Podcasts about scripture proverbs

Summer doesn't have to be packed with fancy vacations or elaborate plans to be memorable. In this episode, Karen and Emily share simple, practical ways to add more laughter, spontaneity, and fun to your family's everyday moments. From DQ runs to dance-party cleanups, we hope this episode gives you some ideas and encourages you to let go of the pressure and just enjoy your kids this summer! Episode Recap:We're talking about creating fun this summer with your kids (2:02)Does summer feel daunting or fun to you? (4:35)Fun isn't trivial, it creates connection (9:53)It's okay to let your kids be bored (12:10)Ask yourself, “is there a FUN way to do this?” (18:33)Fun is the antidote to anxiety! (20:57)I'm a blue, what if “fun mom” is just not my personality? (22:38)Nothing is ever enough for my kids (26:22)My kids are always bored, no matter what I do (27:11) Scripture:Proverbs 17:22 (NIV) "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."Discussion Questions: What are some of your favorite summer memories from childhood?Which ideas from this episode for adding fun into everyday life could you try with your family this week?Do you feel pressure to create a "perfect" summer for your kids? How might that expectation be stealing joy from your family?How does your temperament influence the way you approach fun and play with your children?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up a pack of conversation starters to add some fun to family dinnerWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk +, Karen and Emily dive into how temperament affects the way moms experience and create fun at home. They also discuss why cultivating joy and laughter in your home matters in the long run.Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

In this installment of Metron Live, Bishop Jim Swilley continues his series on being seated in heavenly places, drawing from Ephesians 2 and Psalm 16:11. He challenges listeners to rethink joy—not as an emotional high, but as a state of presence. Using stories from his own life, the Israelites' wilderness journey, a beloved family cat nearing the end of its life, and even a tense basketball game, Bishop Jim argues that fullness of joy is found when we stop living in regret over the past or anxiety about the future and become fully present in the moment. His central revelation is that “in His presence is fullness of joy” also means learning to live in our own presence—to fully inhabit the life we are experiencing right now. Key Takeaways 1. Your Life Has a Path, Even When It Feels Circular Drawing from Psalm 16:11, Bishop Jim teaches that God shows us “the path of life,” but that path is often cyclical rather than linear. Like Israel wandering for 40 years before facing the same Jericho, many people revisit similar lessons until they learn to see their circumstances differently. Key Thought: Stop obsessing over the “should have, could have, would have” moments. Fullness of joy requires making peace with the path that brought you here. Scripture: Psalm 16:11 2. Presence Is the Gateway to Joy The core revelation of the message comes from a simple observation about a family cat that peacefully accepted the end of its life. “He was present all the way to the end.” — Bishop Jim Swilley recounting a conversation about Avery’s cat. That statement unlocked a deeper understanding of Psalm 16:11. Most people are physically present but mentally somewhere else—replaying the past, worrying about the future, or trying to solve problems that don’t yet exist. Bishop Jim shares a personal story of standing in the Gulf of Mexico on vacation while mentally sorting through future responsibilities, realizing: “My body’s in the Gulf of Mexico, but I’m not here.” — Bishop Jim Swilley Main Lesson: You cannot experience fullness of joy if you are not fully present. Scripture: Psalm 16:11 — “In Your presence is fullness of joy.” 3. Anxiety Pulls You Out of the Present Moment Whether it’s worrying about finances, relationships, aging, health, or the future, anxiety fragments attention and lowers our ability to experience joy. Bishop Jim contrasts this with Jesus’ teaching: Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 6 — Consider the lilies. Matthew 6:34 — “Take no thought for tomorrow.” The message is not irresponsibility; it is refusing to sacrifice today’s peace for tomorrow’s uncertainty. 4. Stop Rehearsing the Stories That Keep You Sick Referencing Proverbs, Bishop Jim teaches that many people unknowingly reinforce negative realities by constantly speaking about them. Scripture: Proverbs 13:12 — “Hope deferred makes the heart sick.” He argues that there is a healthy place for processing pain, counseling, and healing, but eventually there comes a point where continuing to repeat the story keeps it alive. Key Thought: There comes a time when you stop retelling the wound and start telling a new story. 5. Don’t Make Your Joy Dependent on Other People’s Approval One of the strongest practical applications of the message is the reminder that everyone wants acceptance, but joy cannot be dependent upon it. “You got to feel good about yourself whether anybody gets it or not.” — Bishop Jim Swilley Jesus serves as the model. He never sought permission from others to live in the truth of who He was. Scriptures Referenced: John 8:58 — “Before Abraham was, I am.” John 10:18 — “No man takes my life, I lay it down.” 6. God Is Not Against Pleasure Bishop Jim closes by examining the final phrase of Psalm 16:11: “At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” He contrasts this with religious systems that often treat pleasure, enjoyment, and happiness as suspicious or sinful. Using Jesus turning water into wine at Cana as an example, he argues that God is not opposed to joy, celebration, or abundance. Scripture: John 2 — The wedding at Cana. His conclusion is that many religious traditions have taught people to expect struggle, guilt, and stress, while Scripture repeatedly points toward joy, peace, and life. Memorable Quote “You can’t have fullness of joy if you’re not present.” — Bishop Jim Swilley Main Scripture Psalm 16:11 “You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Final Thought The heart of this message is simple but profound: joy is not found in fixing the past or controlling the future. It is found in fully inhabiting the present moment. According to Bishop Jim, the highest vibration, the heavenly place, and the fullness of joy are all experienced when we stop living somewhere else and become fully present to the life unfolding right in front of us.

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW TITLE: The Intersection of Faith and Business SHOW DESCRIPTION: Deacon John Rogers, vice president at Prenger Solutions group and ordained permanent deacon for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, joins us to discuss how Catholics can integrate their faith with their professional lives and leverage social media for evangelization. SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 3:5-6 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin  

Journey Through Scripture- Proverbs 22-24 & 30-31

Sermon Series: Seek Wisdom and LiveScripture: Proverbs 9:13-18Pastor: Chris Cutshall

Sermon Series: Seek Wisdom and LiveScripture: Proverbs 9:1-12Pastor: Casey Wright

Sermon Series: Seek Wisdom and LiveScripture: Proverbs 8:22-36Pastor: Casey Wright

Closer than a Brother | Proverbs 18:24We live in a world with more connections than ever, yet many people feel more alone than ever. We have more followers, more options, more conversations, and more access—but fewer deep friendships that can actually carry weight.In this message, “Closer than a Brother,” we look at Proverbs 18:24 and the difference between having many companions and having a true friend. Scripture warns that a person with many companions may still come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.This message confronts the spiritual pull of “more”—more attention, more praise, more affection, more intimacy, more options—and shows how the endless pursuit of more can leave us increasingly lonely. Jesus shows us a better way. He loved the multitudes, sent the 72, chose the 12, brought the 3 close, and shared deep friendship with the beloved disciple.The invitation is not to love fewer people less, but to love the right people more deeply.In this message: Why hard times reveal true friends  How social media and modern dating can create shallow connection  Why deep friendship requires time, intention, and shared experience  What Jesus teaches us through His circles of intimacy  Why not everyone should have the same level of access to your life  How to exchange the love of many for the love of a few  What it means to invite Jesus into the center of your closest circle You do not need more friends as much as you need to love the people around you more faithfully. And above every earthly friendship, Jesus offers Himself as the Friend who sticks closer than a brother.Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 Message Title: Closer than a Brother Core theme: Exchange the love of many for the love of a few

Series: Wisdom From Above Week: 5 Scripture: Proverbs 5, 6, 7; 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:33; Proverbs 21:9; Proverbs 31:26 Preacher: Brian Lowe

Sermon Series: Seek Wisdom and LiveScripture: Proverbs 8:1-21Pastor Chris Cutshall

Today's Scripture: Proverbs 22:6The nurturing love of a VIBRANT church is a testament to the holy strength of God's Spirit alive in every believing heart. For all who place their trust in Jesus, God nurtures in us a hope beyond this life, the promise of resurrection, and the joy of being with him forever, a union that begins here and now.

Have you ever had a plan that was perfect — and then God said… turn left?In Episode 12 of the "What's In Your Hands?" series, we unpack Proverbs 16:9 — in their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. Your plan is your intention. God's establishment is the actual path. And they rarely match.We'll walk through Joseph's thirteen-year detour from the pit to the palace, why the Israelites took forty years on an eleven-day journey, and the powerful difference between trusting the dashboard and trusting the Driver. God's detours are not delays — they're divine setups for destinations your GPS couldn't find.If God just rerouted your plan and you're standing on a road you didn't choose — this episode will change how you see it.

Sermon Series: Seek Wisdom and LiveScripture: Proverbs 7Pastor Chris Cutshall

Call: Psalm 23 Offering: Philippians 4:19 Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31 NASB

Evening Service: “Wisdom” How do we understand the wisdom writings in the Bible and wisdom as God intends it to be? Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-6; 3:13-21

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 3:5-6"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, on your own intelligence do not rely; In all your ways be mindful of him, and he will make straight your paths."REFLECTION- JeffMUSIC- NOTES-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.

Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Proverbs 3:19-26]

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 3: 5"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; and He will make all your paths straight."REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- Benedictus by Karl Jenkins (from A Mass for Peace)NOTES-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.

Series: Wisdom From Above Week: 2 Scripture: Proverbs 2; 1 Kings 3; James 1:5 Preacher: Brian Lowe

SCRIPTURE -  Proverbs 24:16"The godly may trip seven times, but they will get up again."REFLECTION -  Sr. KarolynMUSIC - "Peace is Flowing Like a River" by Carey Landry- "Path 19 (Yet Frailest)" by Ben Russel & Max RichterNOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To 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. 

SCRIPTURE -  Proverbs 6:5"Free yourself like a gazelle from the hunter, like a bird from the hand of the fowler."REFLECTION -  LaurenMUSIC -  "Zuzu's Petals" by William Ackerman- "Great is the Lord" by David Bauer- "Memories" by Ólafur ArnaldsNOTES - Blog: The History of Christianity, Part 1 by Fr. Ron HoyePRAYER OF LETTING GO To 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. 

Nothing in your life is outside of God's sovereign control, and nothing that reaches you is beyond his ability to redeem.In this message:- Why feelings of being out of control are real but are not the final word- The default systems we lean on instead of God (and why they always have a limit)- What the name Yahweh actually communicates about who we are trusting- What "acknowledge him in all your ways" means for the compartments we keep from God- How Jesus walked the full path of humanity so he could walk yours with youScripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 | Sermon notes available at https://spbaptist.org/sermons#Proverbs3 #TrustInTheLord #WhenLifeIsHard #ChristianFaith #SermonOfTheDay #BlackChurch #StPaulBaptist #LiveAndLoveLikeJesus #BibleStudy #SundaySermon

SHOW NOTESEpisode Title: When the Music Stopped Nightlight with RTTBROSEpisode Description:Tonight on Nightlight, we look at the life of Ira Sankey, the great gospel singer who couldn't see what God was doing until everything fell apart. If you've ever been in a season where nothing made sense and the path forward was hidden, this practical biblical wisdom from Proverbs 3 is for you. We dig into what it really means to trust God with your whole heart, and why leaning on your own understanding has a ceiling that God's wisdom never hits. This is bible wisdom daily for anyone who needs a reminder that God hasn't lost the plot on your story.Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6Full Transcript:On April 9, 1865, a Confederate soldier named Ira Sankey was sitting in a prison camp wondering if his life was over. The war was ending, the cause was lost, and everything he thought his future would look like had crumbled. He had no idea that within just a few years, he would become the most famous gospel singer in the world, traveling alongside D.L. Moody, leading thousands to Christ in revival meetings across America and England. Ira Sankey's greatest chapter hadn't ended. It hadn't even started yet.I think about that a lot when I'm sitting with people at the end of their lives. I've had more bedside conversations than I can count with folks who look back on the hardest, most confusing seasons of their lives and say the same thing, almost word for word: "I couldn't see it then, but God knew exactly what He was doing."That's the heart of Proverbs 3:5-6. "Lean not unto thine own understanding." Now, that's not telling us to check our brains at the door. It's telling us that our understanding has a ceiling and God's doesn't. We see the chapter we're in. He sees the whole book.Here's what I've learned, and I am too soon old and too late smart on this one: the moments that felt like dead ends were often the moments God was setting up something I never could have arranged for myself. The detour was the destination in disguise.Maybe today you're in one of those confusing chapters. The music has stopped and you can't figure out why. Friend, acknowledge Him in that. Bring Him your confusion, your fear, your "I don't understand this, Lord." That's not weak faith. That's exactly the kind of honest trust Proverbs is talking about.Because history is just HIS story, and He hasn't lost the plot on yours.Let's pray: Lord, today we choose to trust what we cannot yet see. Thank You that Your understanding has no ceiling and Your paths are always good. Direct us, even through the confusion. In Jesus' name, Amen.Reflection Questions:What situation in your life right now are you trying to figure out on your own instead of bringing to God?Can you look back on a past "dead end" that turned out to be a detour God was using? What did that teach you about His faithfulness?What would it look like practically for you to "acknowledge Him" in the middle of your current confusion?Connect: Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe, it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbros#BiblicalWisdom #ChristianWisdom #TrustGod #PracticalBiblicalWisdom #DailyDevotion #ScripturalWisdom #Faith #RTTBROS #NightlightBe sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe, it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbros

In this message:- Why having more information hasn't made us more steady -- and what's actually missing- What Solomon means by "the fear of the Lord" and why it's not about terror- How algorithms and culture are forming us whether we notice it or not- Why wisdom in Proverbs shows up as a person, not a principle- What it looks like practically to consult Jesus like he's actually presentThis week, try going against the grain of everything in you and interacting with Jesus like you believe he's real. Not just in your theology -- in your actual day. In the shower. Before you respond. Before you decide. Ask him what he thinks. God's wisdom works because it's built into the very structure of reality -- and the one who holds that reality together is still present, still speaking, and still inviting you to trust him with the weight of your life.- Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7 | Series: Street Smart Faith (Quarter 2, Week 2) | Sermon notes available at spbaptist.org/sermons#Proverbs #StreetSmartFaith #WisdomOfGod #FearOfTheLord #BetterWayToLive #ChristianSermon #BlackChurch #StPaulBaptist #LiveAndLoveLikeJesus #FaithThatWorks

David Platt addresses the perennial question of discovering God's will. Acknowledging that believers constantly wrestle with God's direction for their lives, Platt examines whether Scripture addresses all decisions from mundane choices to major life directions. Many decisions aren't explicitly answered in Scripture, yet believers wonder if God cares about all details. Understanding God's character as infinitely good, wise, and loving provides the foundation for experiencing His will in every circumstance. Trust God's infinite wisdom and goodness as you make daily decisions, seeking His guidance through Scripture and His Spirit. Scripture: Proverbs 3:5; 1 Kings 19; Acts 16 Topics: God's Will, Decision-Making, Guidance, Discernment, Scripture

What does it really mean to fully surrender to Christ? In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey of letting go of control, trusting God in the unknown, and how surrender transformed my life in ways I never expected. From navigating disappointment to walking in purpose, I open up about the moments that stretched me, humbled me, and ultimately positioned me. If you've ever struggled with letting go, trusting God's timing, or releasing what you thought you needed—this episode is for you. Your breakthrough may be on the other side of your surrender. Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Isaac and Stephanie Stiles provide biblical guidance on dating practices. With 13 years of marriage and experience counseling students through Across Campus, the Dosses address how dating culture has shifted from public chaperoned courtship to modern hookup culture. Though dating itself has radically changed, Scripture speaks directly to how believers should approach relationships and honor God throughout the dating process. Their practical counsel helps students navigate relationships with biblical integrity. Evaluate your dating practices against biblical standards and seek counsel from godly married couples. Scripture: Proverbs (fear of the Lord); James 1; 2 Corinthians 6:14; 1 Corinthians 7:39 Topics: Dating, Relationships, Purity, Marriage, Biblical Courtship

This Spring, Tasha has been walking the women of Prestonwood through the book of Proverbs. In this episode we share teaching from one of the most famous passages in all of Scripture: Proverbs 31. Check out the full 9-session study at prestonwoodwomen.org

In this episode I speak with  Wife, Mom, Author, Speaker, and Founder of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith on How Sharing Your Story Helps Others Persevere. Listen as Jen shares on loss, gain, and reimagining your purpose. She relays how God will use your circumstances to bear fruit as you are faithful to share your story with others. Jen believes that when you give and love others to reach those unaware that you will see God's love as abundance in your own life. Find Jenn :    the website and Instagram    Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him,  and he will make your paths straight.   Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosperyou and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.   2 Corinthians 9:7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.   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."   Proverbs 3:27 Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.   James 1:22 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.   Mark 5:19 Jesus did not let him, but said, "Go home to your own people and tell themhow much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you."   Psalm 107:2 Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story— those he redeemed from the hand of the foe,   Additional Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Proverbs 19:17, Mark 12:41-44, Proverbs 11:24-25, Isaiah 1:19, Luke 8:39,         Psalm 66:16, 1 Peter 3:15-16 REGISTER @ CFLEX Academy Arts Enrichment   Listen to our sister podcast:  Abundantly Rooted   Other Resourses: Grab your Artza Subscription Box and bring home a bit of Israel.  use promo code: ARTZAKRISTINARISINGER for 25% off   Check out our Linktree   Get the Books:  Life After Losing A Loved One: How to Turn Grief Into Hope Strength and Purpose Adventures of LiLy and Izzy Bee: The Imagination Journey 

The Slow Work of Change, with Becca Ellis. Series: Life as Pilgrimage, Lent 2026 A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Proverbs 1, 3, 8–9, James 3:13–17, Esther 4:13–16.Curious what it means to live like a pilgrim? Like a stranger willing to be stretched and a little uncomfortable? Join us this Sunday, online or in-person, as we explore wisdom, “befores and afters,” and how stepping beyond our safe edges can open the door to something unexpected and beautiful.About the Series, Life as Pilgrimage, Lent 2026: Our sacred stories are filled with journeys from the familiar into the unknown. This season invites us to become pilgrims, open to being changed along the way. Through shared workshops, contemplative practices, creative expression, and time on the trail, we will make space to listen deeply and be gently transformed by the spacious love of God.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:Wisdom, thresholds, turning points, Sophia, hachma, Proverbs, Esther, courage, change, critical yeast, community, relationships, transformation, practices, small acts., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Jesus, you are my friend, who sticks closer than a brother.   Keywords: Friendship; relationship; deeper; faith; intimacy; Jesus.  Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23“Life is getting faster. And while some might be inclined to dismiss this accelerating pace as neutral or even beneficial, there are good reasons to suspect that our habitual exposure to this hyper-paced world has serious consequences for our capacity to slow down and pay attention to things that really matter.” – A Heart Aflame for God, Matthew Bingham. “The Greatest difficulty in conversion is to win the heart to God; and the greatest difficulty after conversion is to keep the heart with God.” – John Flavel.  Luke 6:45 NIV Mark 7:20–23 NIV + Keep it Free From Sin  Haggai 1:5Lamentations 3:40–42 NIV Psalm 119:59–60  From Idolatry  1 John 5:21 NIV + Keep it on Fire Matthew 15:7–8 NIV+ Keep it Focused Psalm 27:4 Deuteronomy 6:6Psalm 119:11 Meditation Psalm 1:1–3Psalm 119:15Prayer Psalm 139:23-24 NIV 

COMPANION SAINT PRAYER- St. Faustina, you learned to trust completely in the mercy of God. Lead me this week to surrender what I cannot control and to pray along with you, “JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU.”SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 28:13"Those who conceal their sins do not prosper, but those who confess and forsake them obtain mercy."REFLECTION- JenMUSIC- "Nocturnal" by Ola Gjeilo- "In These Days of Lenten Journey" Piano 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.

Apostle Jerry Boykin of Bethlehem Temple Church Of A New Beginning ministered from Proverbs 4:27 during our Spring Revival on how we must allow the Lord to shift us from prep to purpose as a Learned church. Apostle Boykin gave us three keys to preparing which was 1) divine timing, 2) preparing for spiritual growth 3) character formation. I believe you will be blessed by the message. Scripture: Proverbs 24:27 - Prepare your outside work, Make it fit for yourself in the field; And afterward build your house. 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

Apostle Jerry Boykin of Bethlehem Temple Church Of A New Beginning ministered from Proverbs 4:27 during our Spring Revival on how we must allow the Lord to shift us from prep to purpose as a Learned church. Apostle Boykin gave us three keys to preparing which was 1) divine timing, 2) preparing for spiritual growth 3) character formation. I believe you will be blessed by the message. Scripture: Proverbs 24:27 - Prepare your outside work, Make it fit for yourself in the field; And afterward build your house.

Abba Father, expand my understanding of faith, of the world, of who you are. Keywords: Knowledge; understanding; expand; deeper; faith; growth.Scripture: Proverbs 18:15 Resource: Come With Me: Discovering the Beauty of Following Where He Leads

LENTEN ANTIPHON- Mother Mary, walk with me this Lent that my heart may be one with yours. Lead me closer to God, that I too may say, “Let it be done to me according to Your Word.”SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 19:17"Whoever cares for the poor lends to the LORD, who will pay back the sum in full.”REFLECTION- Sr. M KarolynMUSIC- "Before the Throne of God Above" by Jonathan Roth- "Meditation" by Michele NoblerNOTES- 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.

Friendships in motherhood are rarely as simple as we expect them to be. Today Karen and Emily are continuing our friendship conversation by tackling comparison, conflict, cliques, and what to do when a friendship changes. They answer listeners' questions about unmet expectations and learning when to lean in and when to let go. If friendship feels confusing, discouraging, or just plain messy right now, we hope this episode encourages you! Episode Recap:What is happening over on Wire Talk+? (4:01)Where do your friendship expectations come from? (10:30)How have your healthy friendships naturally changed over time? (12:56)Ask God for what you need - even in your friendships (14:52)Friendship doesn't always look exactly like what we have imagined (18:02)How do we handle conflict and tension in friendship? (18:30)You can create space without ghosting people (21:37)How do I make friends when everywhere around me is full of cliques? (22:00)My friend continually brings up a topic of conversation that irritates me (25:25)Scripture: Proverbs 17:17 (EST) “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”Discussion Questions: How has comparison (especially through social media) shaped your expectations of friendship?Are there friendships in your life where proximity (distance, schedules, seasons of life) has changed the relationship?When conflict or tension shows up, do you tend to address it or pull away? Why?What kind of friend do you have the capacity to be right now? What kind of friendship do you realistically need in this season?Is there one practical step you could take this month to strengthen a current friendship or pursue a new one?Resources:Listen to the rest of our conversation on WT+: boaw.mom/insiderJoin our BOAW Moms Facebook groupCheck out our BRAND NEW Bible study: How To Teach Your Kids the Bible

Blessed Are the Gentle in a Heartless World, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Standalone Services A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Proverbs 4:23.Curious about a different way to live in such an outraged world? Join us this Sunday, online or in person, as we explore Jesus' upside-down promise, “Blessed are the meek.” Come hear a hopeful word about gentle strength, guarding your heart, and walking for peace, one small step at a time.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:Guard your heart, Beatitudes, meekness, gentleness, outrage, bitterness, despair, humility, compassion, nonviolence, peace, resilience, vulnerability, love, forgiveness., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Dave and Bethlie continue their series on overcoming with this part 2 of Overcoming Anger. How do you overcome anger in your marriage and family Start with confession Eph 4:30. Confess it as sin Control your anger - better - confess your anger Jesus got angry - you aren't Jesus Meditate on Scripture Proverbs 15:1-3 A soft/gentle answer turns away wrath Recognize that you are most vulnerable to sin when you are sinned against the tongue of the wise uses knowledge aright Recognize that your words evidence your heart the eyes of the Lord are in every place beholding the evil and the good Recognize that God is always present and always holding us accountable  Proverbs 17:19 Ecclesiastes 9:17 Start with some growth/spiritual steps If you have an anger issue this is the answer You have to grow Confess it as sin Pray about it every day Ask forgiveness Secure accountability Respond immediately to any failure You have to sow As you sow the right seeds, you will begin to see fruit You have to love and honor Your wife matters Your husband matters If you are married to someone with an anger problem, this is the answer. You have to grow too In order to confront your spouses anger, you have to put your spiritual house in order essential to have the strength, courage, perspective, and ability to help your spouse Pray about how to respond in a right way Practice how to respond in a right way That was a very angry way to say that, can you say it differently so I don't feel so defensive You have to allow time for fruit Anger is usually a learned behavior that is habitual When you respond to your spouse with gentleness and a request for a different response, allow your spouse to process that It makes them aware It give the Spirit time to work Separate as a last resort. I can't (with a clear conscience) believe that anger is a grounds for divorce Separation however, may be needed if a man's anger is making him abusive

Jesus, help me to open my heart to healthy connection with others.  Keywords: Friendship; relationship; deeper; faith; intimacy; community.  Scripture: Proverbs 27:9 

We are celebrating 500 episodes of Wire Talk and using this milestone to talk about something every mom wants: wisdom that actually works in real life. Today Karen breaks down what it means to be a wise mom, not a perfect one, and offers a simple grid for everyday moments by asking, “Will my response build my house or tear it down?” From discipline to independence, this conversation focuses on proactive parenting that shapes our kids over time.Episode Recap:Wire Talk is celebrating 500 episodes - don't miss our BIG GIVEAWAY (2:34)A wise mom builds her house up in all she does (7:10)Children are born with a sin nature (11:00)Being intentional is hard work (14:31)What is the difference between teaching, training, and discipline? (15:50)Consistency builds trust (20:30)Discipline sets your child up for success long term (23:40)Listener question - how do I discipline my biter? (26:44)Listener question - is it too late for me to disciple my child in faith? (29:39)How do I discipline tantrums in public? (31:52)I don't know how to help my daughters solve sibling conflict… (33:30)Scripture: Proverbs 14:1 (NIV) – “The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.”Discussion Questions: Karen's guiding question is, “Will my response build my house or tear it down?” Where do you most need that filter right now? (Discipline, mornings, homework, sibling conflict, or marriage?)Where do you tend to parent reactively, and what would it look like to be proactive instead?How does remembering your child's sin nature change both your expectations and your compassion?Karen talks about how tearing down can show up in our words with kids or a spouse. Where do you need to shift from criticism to building up?Which do you lean toward most: teaching, training, or disciplining, and which one do you tend to avoid? Why?Where do you need to ask God for help right now, one specific area where you are asking Him to meet you with encouragement?Resources:Join our giveaway by commenting on this episode over on YouTube! Check out our BRAND NEW Bible study: How To Teach Your Kids the BibleListen to Wire Talk Episode 1! Start a new habit this year with Karen's devotional: Moments with God for Moms

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 22:9-10"The generous will be blessed, for they share their food with the poor."REFLECTION- GaryMUSIC- "Do You Hear What I Hear" by Van Vogal Ensemble- "Come to the Water" InstrumentalNOTES-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.

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 3:1-2"My son, do not forget my teaching, take to heart my commands; For many days, and years of life, and peace, will they bring you.”REFLECTION- Fr. CarlADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Pray - Pause in the middle of your day to say, “Thank You, Lord.” Gratitude turns ordinary moments into prayer. Download our GOD MOMENTS app to help.MUSIC- "O Come Divine Messiah" by Greg Capozzi- "Whatsoever You Do" by C. VenusNOTES

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 9:10"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding."REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- "Stay in the Dark" by Paul Tony Lambert- "Blessed the People" Psalm 33 by Jeremy Mayfield- "How Great Thou Art" by bHp MusicNOTES-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.

When it comes to raising independent kids, doing less can actually mean loving more. Karen and Emily welcome back mom of eight, Elizabeth Pehrson, whose last Wire Talk clip went viral with over 7.6 million views! In this powerful conversation, Elizabeth unpacks the long-term value of letting kids struggle, take responsibility, and learn from consequences. From packing lunches to doing laundry, she shares age-appropriate ways to teach kids ownership and why moms need to resist the urge to over-function.Episode Recap:Elizabeth's last conversation on Wire Talk struck a nerve with viewers (3:31)Her children are reaping the rewards of parents who did less, not more (8:16)Age-appropriate chores for all ages (9:28)How does not helping set our kids up for success in the long run? (14:30)We set ourselves up for failure when we put too much of ourselves into our kids (19:20)Overfunctioning means doing things for your child that they can do for themselves (17:23)How can we start small this week? (23:00)It's not what matters today, it's what matters when they're 30 (29:11)Just because you can do, provide, or give…doesn't mean you should (29:43)Scripture: Proverbs 22:6 (NIV)“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.”Discussion Questions: What's one area where you tend to step in for your kids instead of letting them handle it?How does doing less for your children actually prepare them for adulthood?Elizabeth said, “Just because you can do, provide, or give, doesn't mean you should.” What does that look like in your home?What are some areas you need to teach your children to do for themselves this week? What might God be teaching you about releasing control as your children grow?Resources:Follow Elizabeth online: www.instagram.com/octomama or www.instagram.com/theexchangeus 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

Between ages 6 and 10, kids are learning big lessons about honesty, responsibility, and gratitude…and those moments don't always feel peaceful. Today Karen and Emily are talking  about shaping character during these years. From handling bad attitudes and entitlement to teaching kids about truthfulness and contentment, they share practical ways to mold your child's heart without losing your cool.Episode Recap:My 10 yr old pitches a fit when he has to do something he's not prepared for (5:50)Life doesn't always go the way we want it to go, that's what builds character (10:50)My 6 yr old struggles with gratitude and contentment (11:30)My kiddo is a whiny complainer! Help (17:50)My niece recently stole a ring from my home and lied about it, my sister won't address it!  (20:40)|Scripture: Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.Discussion Questions: Why is it important to address small character issues early, instead of assuming kids will “grow out of them”?Do your kids struggle with gratitude and contentment? What did you think of Karen's approach to dealing with that heart issue? What's one area of character (honesty, gratitude, perseverance, responsibility) that you want to intentionally strengthen in your child this month?Resources:Use coupon code HBDK for 30% off a cozy Peace sweatshirt Raising Emotionally Strong Boys with David Thomas: https://amzn.to/4hkvDk9A Grown Up's Guide to Kids' Wiring: https://amzn.to/3J8ZTlq