Podcasts about scripture romans

Scripture: Romans 5:1–11+ We are called to Rejoice in our sufferings+ We must see our suffering through the lens of the Gospel  “You stand before God as if you were Christ, because Christ stood before God as if he were you—he in your stead, you in his stead. Substitution! that is the word! Christ the Substitute for sinners.” - Charles Spurgeon.Peace with GodStanding in Grace+ We must reject false narratives and adjust our expectations 1 Peter 4:12–13 NIV+ We must trust that God is working something in us through our sufferings Endurance Character James 1:2–4 NIVHope Mark 4:16–17 NIV+ We must seek the felt experience of the love of God

The Kind of Church Our Communities Are Waiting For asks a bigger question than whether church still matters: What kind of church does your community actually need?People around you are searching for hope, real friendships, and a sense of purpose. And while many may feel disconnected from church, that doesn't mean they've stopped searching for something more.In this message, guest speaker Sean Badeer shares a vision for the kind of church our communities are waiting for—a church that is Jesus-centered, others-focused, and outward-facing.You'll discover:• Why spiritual hunger can exist even when people feel disconnected from church• How Jesus offers hope in the middle of uncertainty and hopelessness• Why real relationships require us to “cover the distance” toward others• How serving your community can change you, too• Why an outward-facing church gives people opportunities to find purpose• How God may be inviting you to move toward people you wouldn't normally move towardFollowing Jesus isn't about waiting for people to come to us. It's about meeting people where they are, building genuine relationships, bringing peace, and showing them through our lives that God is FOR them.So ask yourself:Where is God inviting you to move with Him?Who could you invite, encourage, serve, or simply get to know?The kind of church our communities are waiting for begins when ordinary people choose to move toward others with the hope and love of Jesus.

Scripture: Romans 3:21-4:25; Series: Made Right; Speaker: Dr. Rick Walston

Pastor Dobbs ministers from Romans 8:37-39 on a believer refusing to be separated from the love of God despite the trouble they may deal with. The enemy is trying to get us away from the love of God. Scripture: Romans 8:37-39 37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 38 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39 nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. 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

Pastor Dobbs ministers from Romans 8:37-39 on a believer refusing to be separated from the love of God despite the trouble they may deal with. The enemy is trying to get us away from the love of God. Scripture: Romans 8:37-39 37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 38 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39 nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Worship: Sunday, August 23 - Twentieth-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time; Minister: Rev. Debbie Weatherspoon; Preacher: Rev. Odette Lockwood-Stewart; Scripture: Romans 13:7-11 ; Music director: Scott Jespersen; Audio engineer: Joaquin Muñoz, David Cardenas; Podcast producer: Ethan Toven-Lindsey

In our world, promises are often broken, expectations are unmet, and we are constantly let down. In the mist of pain in life, it's easy to wonder if God will do the same. In our text, Paul gives three life changing promises given to us by God that we can cling to when our trust starts slipping.Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Because My Dad Promised Me | Romans 4We live in a world of “maybe.” People change their minds. Circumstances change. Promises get broken. And if we're not careful, we can begin to approach God the same way—wondering if He really means what He says.But faith moves us from the world of maybe into confidence in the character of God.In Romans 4, Paul points us back to Abraham. Abraham wasn't made right with God because of his works, religious performance, or ability to perfectly obey. Scripture says, “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.”Even when every observable circumstance seemed to contradict God's promise, Abraham kept believing. Why? Because God had promised.And that same faith points us to Jesus. We are made right with God not because we have performed well enough, but because we believe in the God who raised Jesus from the dead—the One who was handed over for our sins and raised to make us right with God.Faith isn't confidence in my ability to perform.Faith isn't confidence that the circumstances are favorable.Faith isn't confidence that I can figure everything out.Faith is confidence in God's character to keep His promise.When everyone else says, “Maybe,” faith says, “My Dad promised me.”

Scripture: Romans 1:18-3:20; Series: Made Right; Speaker: Monte French, Senior Minister

What do we do when we can't understand what God is doing? In Romans 11, Paul wrestles with some of the biggest mysteries of God's plan and discovers that His mercy leaves no room for pride, God's faithfulness is bigger than our failure, and His wisdom goes far beyond what we can comprehend. We don't have to understand everything God is doing in order to trust Him—we just need to know enough about His character to trust Him with what we don't understand. In the end, Paul reminds us that our lives are from Him, through Him, and ultimately for Him.Scripture:Romans 11:25-36Resources:FaceBook- FCC Young AdultsInstagram- @fccyaEmail- fccyadmin@fccsantamaria.orgWebsite- fccsantamaria.org

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 15:13 — May the God of Hope Fill You With All Joy and Peace: An Evening Prayer for Hope Themes: Hope • Joy • Peace Nations in this prayer: Uganda • Canada • Brazil • Hungary • Romania • Russia Evening gives us space to look back. Some things may have gone well, while other things may have disappointed us. But one difficult moment does not have to determine how we see tomorrow. Tonight, we turn our hearts again towards the God of hope. Scripture — Romans 15:13 (NIV) “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.” Prayer Father, as evening comes, I pause and look back over this day. This morning You reminded me that You are with me. Then You helped me receive the day with gratitude. At midday, You reminded me that I can draw strength from Christ. Now, Lord, I bring You the things that have gone well and the things that have not. Some moments may have lifted my heart, while others may have disappointed me. But tonight I choose not to let one difficult circumstance decide what I believe about tomorrow. Your Word calls You the God of hope and asks that You fill Your people with all joy and peace as they trust in You. Lord, fill me again with that hope. I pray for Uganda, Canada, Brazil, Hungary, Romania and Russia. Meet people tonight who feel discouraged, disappointed or uncertain about what comes next. Let hope rise gently within them. Jesus, You are my hope. When I cannot see the whole picture, help me trust You with what I cannot understand. When an answer has not yet come, keep me from assuming that silence means You have forgotten me. Give me patience to wait and faith to continue. Holy Spirit, fill my heart with joy and peace. Let hope become stronger than fear and trust become deeper than disappointment. Father, I release the unfinished parts of this day to You. Tomorrow has not arrived yet, so I do not need to carry it tonight. Thank You for bringing me through this day. Let Your hope remain with me as I prepare to rest. Amen. Blessing May the God of hope fill your heart tonight with joy, peace and renewed confidence in His faithfulness. Evening prayer for hope, Romans 15:13 prayer, Christian prayer for peace, prayer when you feel discouraged, prayer for joy and hope, Jesus evening prayer. hope, evening, peace, joy, Romans15, Jesus, prayer, trust, encouragement, Christian An evening Christian prayer for listeners facing disappointment, uncertainty or discouragement. DailyPrayer.uk creates Jesus-centred prayer for a global audience, helping people end the day with renewed hope, peace and trust in God.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Do you actually believe Jesus rose from the dead — or have you just checked a box? Week 1 of our new series, While I Breathe, I Hope, asks a question worth sitting with: What Have I Become? Almost half of Americans say they believe Jesus is Lord and that God raised Him from the dead. But there's a massive gap between people who check that box and people whose lives have actually been changed by it. In this message, we unpack why a belief that isn't radical won't give you hope — and why the resurrection of Jesus is one of the most radical, world-altering claims a person can make. Scripture: Romans 10:8-13 ⛪ New Life Gillette Church | Gillette, WY ️ Series: While I Breathe, I Hope Next Steps: Decide to Follow Jesus: [link] Join a Life Group: [link] Join the Prayer Team: [link] Plan a visit: [link] Subscribe for weekly messages from New Life Gillette Church. #WhileIBreatheIHope #WhatHaveIBecome #NewLifeGillette #GilletteWyoming #Romans10 #SundaySermon #Hope Chapters (00:00:02) - Introduction and Opening Prayer(00:02:51) - The Elk Hunting Story(00:08:18) - The Bigfoot Encounter Reveal(00:09:11) - How Radical Is Christian Belief?(00:11:18) - Believing Like We Believe in the Dodgers(00:13:41) - Belief Without Allegiance or Impact(00:15:18) - Checking the Data on Faith vs Practice(00:16:36) - A Belief That Isn't Radical Won't Give You Hope(00:19:07) - Jesus Is Lord: The Radical Roman Context(00:21:54) - Rome, Crucifixion, and the Resurrection's Power(00:23:24) - While I Breathe, I Hope(00:24:52) - Nathan Kissack's Story(00:28:00) - Nathan's Final Days and Salvation(00:29:48) - Hope Beyond Breath(00:31:30) - Invitation to Recommit(00:32:43) - Prayer of Salvation(00:34:52) - Response Cards and Closing

Romans 9 is one of the most debated—and misunderstood—chapters in the Bible.Does God choose who gets saved and who doesn't? Why does Paul say, “Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated”? What does it mean that God has mercy on whom He wants to have mercy? Does Romans 9 eliminate free will? And most importantly… can God be trusted?In this episode of Word On The Way, we walk through Romans 9 and tackle the difficult questions surrounding God's sovereignty, election, mercy, Israel, Pharaoh, the potter and the clay, and human responsibility.Rather than pulling individual verses out of context, we look at Paul's entire argument and ask what Romans 9 is really saying—and what it means for believers today.If you've ever struggled with Romans 9 or wondered whether God chooses some people for salvation and others for destruction, this conversation is for you.

“God knows my heart.” We hear it all the time—but is that actually what the Bible teaches?Romans 10 makes an incredibly clear statement about salvation: “If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” So yes, the heart matters. But is simply saying “God knows my heart” enough?In this episode of Word On The Way, Nicole and Vanessa walk through Romans 10 and unpack what Paul teaches about faith, salvation, confession, righteousness, hearing the Gospel, and calling on the name of Jesus.We're answering questions like: Can someone believe in God without surrendering to Jesus? Why does Romans 10 connect believing in your heart with confessing with your mouth? Can being sincere make you right with God? What does “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” actually mean? And why does Paul say faith comes by hearing the Word of Christ?Romans 10 reminds us that salvation isn't about earning our way to God through religious works—but it also doesn't reduce Christianity to “God knows my heart.” The Gospel calls us to believe, confess, call on Jesus, and respond to the truth we've heard.Whether you're studying Romans, wrestling with questions about salvation, or you've used the phrase “God knows my heart,” this conversation is for you.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 5:5 — God's Love Has Been Poured Into Our Hearts: An Evening Prayer When You Need Hope Again Themes: Love • Hope • Assurance Nations in this prayer: Kenya • Austria • Belgium • Spain • France • Australia  As evening arrives, we often look back over the day. Some things went well; others may still be sitting heavily on our hearts. Tonight, we come back to the love that does not change. Scripture — Romans 5:5 (NIV) “God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit.” As evening arrives, we often begin to see the day differently. Some things may have gone well, while others may still sit heavily on our hearts. Perhaps you are thinking about a conversation, a disappointment, or someone you love who needs hope. This morning we looked to Jesus for light. We asked Him to guide us, and at midday we asked Him to renew our strength. Now we come to the deeper assurance beneath all of it: we are loved by God. Paul writes that God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Lord Jesus, thank You that Your love is not something we have to earn by having a perfect day. Today we pray for people in Kenya, Austria, Belgium, Spain, France, and Australia. Bring comfort to those carrying disappointment, hope to those facing uncertain circumstances, and reassurance to those who feel forgotten. Holy Spirit, make the love of God real to weary hearts tonight. Jesus, where we have made mistakes today, lead us towards grace rather than shame. Where somebody has hurt us, help us begin to release what we cannot change. Where tomorrow is already making us anxious, teach us to leave tomorrow with You. Your love gives us a place to stand when circumstances move around us. We do not have to prove our worth tonight. We can simply receive Your love and remember that we belong to You. So as this day begins to close, settle our hearts in Jesus. Let the light, guidance and strength we have received today lead us into hope. Amen. Blessing: May the love of Jesus anchor your heart tonight, restore your hope and remind you that you are deeply held by God.  evening prayer for hope, prayer when you feel disappointed, Christian prayer for assurance, Romans 5:5 prayer, prayer for God's love, prayer when you need hope  prayer, Jesus, love, hope, assurance, comfort, evening, faith, Christian, devotion An evening prayer for anyone carrying disappointment, uncertainty or a need for reassurance. Wherever you are listening tonight, rest in the love of God poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Science says billions of years. Your Bible says about six thousand. Pete said always be ready to explain it, so here is what you do when the two do not line up. Kevin Weatherby rides into week two of No Apologies, a five week series on how to defend your faith, built on 1 Peter 3:15-16. This week takes the three hardest questions people ask about God and science. Does God exist, and the answer is in the order of the place, in a calf that finds the udder without being taught, and in the plain fact that everything left alone runs down and goes back to dirt. What do you do when science and faith collide, which is a real collision and not one to talk around. And who made God, which sounds like a trap until you notice nobody made him, because only the things that began ever needed a maker. In this message: "Does God exist?" "What do you do when science and faith collide?" "Who made God?" Scripture: Romans 1:20, Romans 1:25, Colossians 2:8, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Psalm 90:2 Grab this week's free 5-day Bible study at savethecowboy.org. Watch the full message: vimeo.com/1224414812 Read the Bible in plain cowboy talk, the Simplified Cowboy Version: simplifiedcowboyversion.com Ride with the Long X Ranch Cowboys: lxranch.org Give to the ministry: savethecowboy.org A sick pen for sinners, not a show ring for saints.

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17; Series: Made Right; Speaker: Monte French, Senior Minister

Sep 13th - Let Me Be A Light: A Practice for this New Season , with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Celebrating Goodness. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Romans 12:21.Feeling the rush of fall and the weight of a busy world? This week we explore how ordinary acts of goodness can quiet the noise and bring real hope. Pastor Steven Koski shares stories of Dolly Parton, Wendell Berry and Gloria Steinem to show how simple, daily choices, like offering a kind word or a helping hand, can change lives. Join us Sunday, in person or online, to discover a practice that lets you be a light in the everyday. 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/mygiving for more information.Support the show

Sermon: A Faithful God in an Unfaithful World Date: 9/13/2026 Scripture: Romans 3:1-4 Speaker: Pastor John Core Series: The Book of Romans Resurrection Church Arizona www.reschurchaz.com

Stewardship of Deliverance & Mercy || 13th of September, 2026 Series: ‘Foundations for Flourishing' Scripture: Romans 14:1-12 & Matthew 18:21-35 Who: Rev'd Nate Hayes Rev'd Nate Hayes starts our new sermon series, ‘Foundations for Flourishing' that has a focus on Stewardship. In this weeks message Rev'd Nate unpacks Deliverance and Mercy. Key Points: - Gods deliverance is a gift we steward through mercy, forgiveness and how we treat one another. - We have freely received God's mercy, so we need to freely share God's mercy. - We as forgiven people and followers of God, we have been given the Ministry of Reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-20) CONNECT WITH US Our Website: https://holytrinity.au/ Instagram: @holytrinity.au

Send us your feedback — we're listeningROMANS 8:38–39 — NOTHING CAN SEPARATE YOU FROM HIS LOVE: AN EVENING PRAYER FOR ASSURANCE AND HOPE Themes: Love • Security • Hope Nations in this prayer: Kenya • Austria • Belgium • Spain • France • Australia  When the day has not gone as planned, remember what cannot change. SCRIPTURE — ROMANS 8:38–39 (NIV) “Nothing… will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” As evening comes, you may be thinking about everything that happened today. Some things went well. Other things may have disappointed you. Perhaps there is still a question you cannot answer or a situation you cannot fix. But tonight, there is something you can be certain of: the love of God in Christ Jesus is not fragile. Today we pray for people in Kenya, Austria, Belgium, Spain, France, and Australia. Surround families, communities and individuals with the assurance of Your love. Be near to those facing uncertainty, grief, pressure or change. Holy Spirit, remind us that our security is found not in perfect circumstances but in Jesus. Lord Jesus, there are things we cannot control, but Your love is stronger than our uncertainty. We do not have to spend this evening trying to predict tomorrow. We can place tomorrow into Your hands. Where we have failed today, lead us towards grace. Where we have been hurt, help us begin to release the pain. Where we have been afraid, remind us that we are not separated from You. Jesus, anchor our hearts in what does not change. People may disappoint us. Circumstances may shift. Plans may change. But Your love remains. So we finish this day with hope. Not because everything has been resolved, but because we belong to You. Thank You, Jesus, that nothing can separate us from Your love. Amen. Blessing: May the love of Jesus anchor your heart tonight, quiet your fears and give you confidence for tomorrow.  evening prayer for reassurance, prayer when life feels uncertain, Christian prayer for security, Romans 8 prayer, prayer for God's love, Jesus love  prayer, Jesus, love, security, hope, evening, faith, comfort, Christian, devotion  An evening prayer for assurance when circumstances feel uncertain. Wherever you are listening tonight, remember that your security is not found in perfect circumstances but in the unchanging love of God through Jesus.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Sometimes it's not the kids - it's the adults around them that make parenting so difficult! Today we are answering your questions about difficult in-laws, boundaries with extended family, and tricky friendships that can make even simple parenting scenarios more complicated. Tune in and learn something practical to help you navigate whatever you're facing this week.Episode Recap:Should I re-engage my family of origin? Historically, it has been painful. (5:30)I'm struggling with my sister-in-law who tries to parent my kids (8:30)We are raising our kids far from family - how do I bring this grief to God? (11:55)One of my close friend's children is just plain destructive, how do I handle that? (16:07)Scripture: Romans 12:18 (NIV) “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”Discussion Questions:Generally speaking, are boundaries easy for you to create? Is there a relationship in your life that regularly makes parenting harder? What specifically is creating tension?Where do you need a clearer boundary with extended family? What keeps you from setting it?Are you carrying grief over the family relationships you wish your kids had? Have you honestly brought that disappointment to God?Resources:Use code WT20 to get $20 off SOAR registration today! 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+, Karen and Emily share real-life examples of how boundaries have brought freedom to their relationships and Karen offers her best in-law advice! Become an Insider today to get bonus content each week, join quarterly Zoom calls with Karen and sustain the ministry of this podcast! 

In Romans 12:2, Paul gives Christians a command that feels more urgent than ever: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” But what does that actually look like in everyday life? In this episode of Fearless with Mark & Amber, we begin with something very practical—our year-and-a-half health journey and the transformation that came through changing our habits, nutrition, exercise, and discipline. That physical transformation led us to an even bigger question: What does spiritual transformation require? The world is constantly discipling us. Culture, entertainment, education, social media, our habits, and the voices we listen to are all shaping the way we think. The question isn't simply Are you being discipled? The question is who is discipling you—the world or the Word? We talk about what it means to renew your mind, why lasting transformation requires more than motivation, how daily time in God's Word changes us, and why going to church once a week cannot replace a daily walk with Christ. Just as physical transformation doesn't happen through one workout, spiritual transformation doesn't happen through one hour on Sunday. Transformation is a daily process of allowing God's Word to renovate the way we think and make us more like Christ. If you've been struggling with old habits, strongholds, compromise, or simply feel like you've stopped growing, we hope this conversation encourages you: change is possible. Keep walking with Christ, one faithful day at a time.

If love is a debt we owe to actual people, what does paying that debt look like when the relationship is broken or strained? Drawing on Romans 13:8 and Matthew 18's discipline passage, Fr. Clint argues that love is not a feeling you either have or don't—it's a debt that comes due specifically in the moments where you'd rather not pay it. Moving from Paul's command to "owe no one anything except to love one another," we explore what it means to address conflict with someone you're avoiding, to practice what he calls "cross-shaped love," where the commandments are finally not about rules, but about the neighbor standing right in front of you, especially when that relationship is broken.Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20 (NRSV)Preacher: The Rev. Clint WilsonSt. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church | Louisville, KYhttps://www.sfitf.org

Hard Sayings of Scripture: Romans 7. Nick and Dylan use a Wile E. Coyote parable to unpack Paul's "I don't understand myself" chapter and the law as an X-ray that exposes the problem. Subscribe to the free monthly magazine at elishasriddle.com

SCRIPTURE- Romans 11:33  “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his ways!”  REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSIC- "Night Rain" by Ola Gjeilo- "O God, You Search Me" by Bernadette FarrellNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into 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.

Hard Sayings of Scripture: Romans 7. Nick and Dylan use the Wile E. Coyote cartoons to unpack one of Paul's hardest chapters, the guy who knows exactly what he wants to do and keeps doing the opposite anyway. They talk about the law as an X-ray that exposes the problem without fixing it, and ask the same question Paul asks: who's going to rescue him from this? It lands in Romans 6, free from sin, not just free to sin.The Elisha's Riddle Podcast is a prophetic conversation unraveling the Riddle of Christ in all things. Support Elisha's Riddle and join our online community by subscribing to our free monthly magazine at http://www.elishasriddle.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/elishasriddle

Deb Davis shares Wednesday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Romans 8:1-4]

Everything we have comes from God and belongs to Him. In this message from Romans 11:33–36, we are reminded that we are not owners, but managers—called to live with gratitude, purpose, generosity, and accountability.Scripture: Romans 11:33–36+ All we have is from GodPsalm 24:1–2 NIVJames 1:17 NIVPsalm 50:12 NIVEphesians 2:8–10 NIVPhilippians 2:13 NIV+ From Pride to Praise1 Corinthians 4:7 NIVDeuteronomy 8:17–18 NIV1 Chronicles 29:10–14 NIV+ From Possessiveness to Purposefulness+ From Consumerism to CommunityEphesians 4:28 NIV+ From Autonomy to Accountability

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7Sermon Series: One Another #5Sermon Discussion Guide:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iIyQAWjwjv6xe7I25JDwbPJjcBEFhpkNSermon Notes:https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-277436.html

A New Foundation | Have your past failures become the foundation of how you see yourself? Maybe the voice in your head keeps reminding you that you're not good enough, you don't belong, or you'll never measure up. But what if that voice isn't telling you the truth?In Week 3 of our Fixer Upper series, we explore the difference between guilt and shame—and why Jesus doesn't just forgive your failures. He gives you a brand-new foundation for your identity.You'll discover:• The difference between guilt and shame• Why shame convinces you that you're unworthy of love and belonging• What Romans 8 teaches about living free from condemnation• How Jesus gives you a new identity instead of asking you to earn one• Why God's love is stronger than the voice of shame• How a secure identity leads to a more joyful, purposeful lifeMany of us spend our lives trying to outrun our past, prove our worth, or hide behind a carefully crafted image. But no amount of success, approval, or achievement can silence shame.The good news is that Jesus doesn't simply patch up your life—He rebuilds it from the foundation up.When you begin to believe what God says about you instead of what shame says about you, everything changes. You become free to admit your failures, grow through them, and experience the life Jesus has been inviting you into all along.This week, every time that inner voice tells you you're not enough, pause and read Romans 8:31–33. Let God's truth become louder than your shame.Because your identity isn't built on your failures—it's built on God's love.

Why do we still struggle even when we sincerely want to change and trust God? In Romans 7–8, Paul reminds us that struggle is not evidence that grace has failed. When old patterns return, life overwhelms us, or we don't even know how to pray, the Spirit meets us in our weakness. God doesn't promise that we will never struggle. God promises that we will never struggle alone.Scripture: Romans 7:15–25; 8:18–39Series: This Is Grace: Paul's Letter to the Romans

What does it mean to love genuinely when our love is rejected, ridiculed, or met with evil? Drawing on Romans 12:9-21, Fr. Nathan Dearen identifies three characteristics of genuine love: it is selfless and familial (like sibling love), it is humble and willing to serve without expectation of recognition, and it is triumphant—it overcomes evil with good, even unto death.Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (NRSV)Preacher: The Rev. Nathan DearenSt. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church | Louisville, KYhttps://www.sfitf.org

Scripture: Romans 12:10b Sermon Series: One Another #4Sermon Discussion Guide:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e5wGVkgYCmfekwtuG8UTm33LUIkMismf/viewSermon Notes:https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-276935.html

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: A Vision for Healthy Churches | Scripture: Romans 12:3-8 | Download Audio

Bishop Jim's insightful messages help others find THEIR METRON through M~otivation E~nlightenment T~ranscendence R~enewal O~utreach and N~etworking Learn more: www.bishinthenow.com Follow Jim Swilley on Youtube to see the videos live Sundays at 11:11 am – https://www.youtube.com/bishinthenow   Bishop Jim Swilley continues “The Healing Word” by exploring healing not simply as something that comes vertically “from God,” but as something that also moves horizontally through human connection, relationships, words, thoughts, and presence. Beginning with Jesus healing the centurion's servant from a distance, Jim considers how difficult circumstances can actually become catalysts for revelation. The message moves into the power of our thoughts and intentions, while avoiding the simplistic idea that every negative experience is something we somehow attracted. Ultimately, the emphasis is on connection: sometimes the healing word is encouragement, sometimes it is simply hearing the voice of someone you trust, and sometimes it is an uncomfortable truth spoken by someone who loves you. Healing happens as we remain open, nurture our relationships, release offenses, reframe painful memories, and become intentional about the energy and words we send into one another's lives. Main Takeaways 1. Sometimes the negative becomes the catalyst for revelation.Jim returns to the Roman centurion who tells Jesus, “speak the word only” and his servant will be healed. The centurion understood that physical proximity was not necessary for healing. Jim's larger point is that circumstances that make us uncomfortable, insecure, rejected, or seemingly trapped can sometimes push us into seeing possibilities we would never have considered otherwise. Scripture: Matthew 8:5–13; Romans 8:28; Hebrews 11:7 “Sometimes the worst thing that ever happened to you may be the best thing that ever happened to you.” — Bishop Jim Swilley 2. The healing word is not limited by distance.Psalm 107 says that God “sent his word, and healed them.” Jim connects this with prayer, positive intention, “sending good energy,” and simply intentionally holding another person in your thoughts. Different people may use different terminology, but the underlying idea is connection that transcends physical distance. Scripture: Psalm 107:20; Matthew 8:8 3. Healing is horizontal as well as vertical.Spirituality is not only about our relationship with God. Jim emphasizes the importance of the “horizontal beam” — our relationships with one another. Jesus connected loving God with loving our neighbor, making human relationship an essential expression of spiritual life. Scripture: Matthew 22:37–40; Ecclesiastes 4:12 “It's the relationships in your life that reveal the Christ to you.” — Bishop Jim Swilley 4. Prayer should seek agreement rather than control.Prayer can become unhealthy when it is really an attempt to make another person's circumstances conform to what we think should happen. Jim argues that before praying for someone, we should understand what that person actually wants rather than assuming we know the proper outcome. Scripture: Romans 8:26; Matthew 18:19 5. Mature spirituality moves beyond everything being simply good or bad.Using the imagery of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil versus the Tree of Life, Jim challenges binary thinking. Heroes can be flawed. Villains can be wounded people. Painful circumstances can produce unexpected growth. The cross itself demonstrates that suffering and resurrection can exist within the same story. Scripture: Genesis 2:9; Hebrews 12:2 6. Unreleased offenses can keep the past alive in the present.Jim uses Charles Manson as an extreme example of what can happen when someone continually collects offenses and interprets everything through what has been done to them. The lesson is not to deny what happened, but to process it rather than allowing yesterday's pain to dictate tomorrow's behavior. “When you keep collecting offenses, it makes you crazy after a while.” — Bishop Jim Swilley 7. Our thoughts matter, which makes intentional living both freeing and challenging.Jim shares a message from Charles McFall responding to the statement, “Every thought I think is creating my future.” “It is as freeing as it is terrifying. Living without intent is scary and it's hard work to always be intentional.” — Charles McFall Jim acknowledges the tension: we cannot simply turn off unwanted thoughts. The practical work is learning how to reframe them rather than repeatedly allowing painful memories or fearful projections to control the present. Scripture: Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:8 8. Sometimes we need someone's presence more than their advice.Jim describes calling someone close to him during an intense week and deliberately not talking about what was troubling him. The conversation itself was enough. Sometimes healing energy comes through familiarity, connection, a trusted voice, or someone simply saying, “It's going to be okay.” Scripture: Proverbs 17:17; Galatians 6:2 9. A healing word isn’t always a comfortable word.Like medicine, something can hurt while ultimately helping us. Someone who genuinely loves us may tell us something we do not want to hear. Healthy relationships create enough safety for truth, vulnerability, correction, and growth. “A healing word sometimes is an uncomfortable word. It's a challenging word.” — Bishop Jim Swilley Scripture: Proverbs 27:6; Ephesians 4:15 10. Relationships are worth maintaining because we need connection.One of the strongest conclusions of the message is that independence should not become isolation. Keeping relational “airwaves clear,” releasing unnecessary offenses, communicating honestly, and understanding how different people connect can become part of our own healing. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9–12; 1 Corinthians 12:20–21 The Central Thought You cannot control every thought that enters your mind, every painful memory, every difficult circumstance, or every unknown in your future. But you can change the framework through which you interpret them. Instead of repeatedly wounding yourself with yesterday, you can extract whatever truth is useful, release what belongs to someone else, and remain open to the people whose presence brings healing into your life. “Hang on and keep staying open and get outside of yourself and let people speak into your life and nourish and nurture your relationships, because you never know when you're going to need that person.” — Bishop Jim Swilley

What are we still holding back from God?In God First, Pastor Aaron Pennington continues Return with a message about stewardship, generosity, surrender, and what it means to truly put God first.Jesus taught that where our treasure is, our heart will follow. This message challenges us to stop giving God our leftovers and instead return our first and best to the One who already owns it all.From Matthew 6 and the parable of the talents to Malachi 3 and the example of Cain and Abel, Pastor Aaron shows that biblical generosity is ultimately not a money issue. It's a heart issue.Scripture: Romans 6, Matthew 6:19-24, Luke 12:15, Matthew 13, 1 Timothy 6, Deuteronomy 14:23, Exodus 23:19, Hebrews 11:4, Genesis 14:20, Genesis 28, Matthew 23:23, Malachi 3:6-10, John 3:16.God First | Return | Pastor Aaron PenningtonTrace Church | Colorado Springs, Colorado

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: A Vision for Healthy Churches | Scripture: Romans 12:3-8 | Download Audio

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2Speaker: Brandon EggarSeries: Worship

SCRIPTURE- Romans 15:4  “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” REFLECTION- JavierMUSIC- "Praise To The Lord, The Almighty" by Mark Magnuson- "So Will I" by Hillsong 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.

Glorious Ruins | Romans 3:1–20What if our biggest problem isn't simply that we do sinful things—but that sin has become a condition we live under?In Romans 3, Paul makes a sobering declaration: “No one is righteous—not even one.” Every one of us was created in the image of God, designed to reflect His glory, and given incredible worth. But sin has distorted that image. We aren't worthless—we are glorious ruins: still bearing the fingerprints of our Creator, yet broken by a power we cannot overcome on our own.In this message, we explore what it means to be “under the power of sin,” why even our best efforts cannot make us righteous before God, and why the law was never meant to save us—it was meant to show us our need for a Savior.And that's where the good news becomes so powerful.The clearer we see our need, the more clearly we see the greatness of Jesus' love. Christ didn't give everything for us because we had earned it. He gave everything because He loves us.The blessing of knowing how sinful we are is discovering just how much we have been loved and forgiven.

Can a Christian continue living in sin because of God's grace?Romans 6 answers one of the most misunderstood questions in Christianity. The Apostle Paul explains that while we're saved by grace—not by works—grace was never meant to give us permission to keep sinning. Instead, grace gives us the power to live a transformed life.In this Bible study through Romans 6, you'll discover:✅ What it means to be dead to sin✅ Why baptism is more than a symbol✅ How grace empowers holy living✅ What freedom in Christ really looks like✅ Why obedience leads to life✅ How to stop living under the power of sinWhether you're a new believer or have followed Jesus for years, Romans 6 will deepen your understanding of salvation, sanctification, and God's transforming grace.

This Sunday, we begin a brand-new journey through one of the most powerful books in all of Scripture: Romans. This in depth look into the Gospel is an intense study. Not because of scholarly skills needed, but because of how intently it digs to the very core of our faith. Paul opens his letter with a message that had already turned his own life upside down—and would eventually shake the Roman world. He calls it the Gospel. But what if the Gospel isn't simply a message you hear once, believe, and then move beyond? What if it is the power of God that continues to reshape who we are, how we live, how we see others, and what we hope in? Whether this Sunday will be the first time you've truly heard the Gospel or what feels like the 500th time, you need this good news. Join us as we open Romans 1:1–17 and begin our new series, Romans: The Gospel Changes Everything. - Pastor Ben Key Verses: Romans 1:16-17 (NIV) - For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.” For this week's Scripture and notes: http://bible.com/events/49642701

Where is the "sinner's prayer" in the Bible? Trick question. It's not there. In this episode of Fuel for the Harvest, Nathan sits down with fellow Forge speaker Joshua McFann to unpack where this prayer came from, why it works, and exactly what to say when someone tells you they want to give their life to Jesus.Joshua and Nathan trace the sinner's prayer back to its roots, from baptism in the book of Acts, through the Second Great Awakening, to Billy Graham's altar calls in the 1900s, and explain why both baptism and the prayer function the same way in a person's life: as the starting line of following Jesus, not the finish line.You'll walk away understanding the three biblical components every salvation prayer needs (surrender, belief, and repentance), grounded in Romans 10:9-10 and 1 John 1:9, along with practical, word-for-word guidance for actually praying with someone in that moment.In this episode you'll discover:-Why the sinner's prayer isn't "magic words," and what actually has to happen in someone's heart-The real difference between baptism and the sinner's prayer (and why neither saves on its own)-The 3 non-negotiable components of a biblical salvation prayer-How to guide someone through their own words instead of just feeding them a script-Why what happens after the prayer matters just as much as the prayer itself-A powerful true story of transformation from Joshua's time in ZimbabweWhether you've never led anyone to Christ before or you do it often and want to sharpen how you disciple new believers, this conversation will give you real, usable tools.

This week at our Jackson Campus, our Associate Pastor, Nick Shadday, concludes our new short sermon series, Heroes—a journey through the lives of faithful men and women from Scripture and church history whose examples ultimately point us to the true Hero, Jesus Christ.We pray this message is a blessing to you.For more information about The Point Church, visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Scripture:  Romans 3:20-26Takeaway: God's Righteousness Isn't Achieved, but Received

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer concludes our new short series, Heroes—a journey through the lives of faithful men and women from Scripture and church history whose examples ultimately point us to the true Hero, Jesus Christ.We pray this message is a blessing to you.For more information about The Point Church, visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Scripture: Romans 3:20-26

What if healing isn't about becoming someone new—but about gently discovering a new relationship with your story?In this episode of The Heartlifter Way, Janell explores trauma therapist Peter Levine's beautiful concept of renegotiation and reflects on how true healing unfolds through small, compassionate shifts rather than dramatic breakthroughs. Drawing from neuroscience, Christian spiritual formation, and the metaphorical mirror of a vase with Black-Eyed Susans and Basil leaves,You'll discover:What Peter Levine means by renegotiationWhy healing doesn't require reliving your painHow your nervous system can learn that yesterday's danger is no longer today's realityWhat the Green Heron teaches about patience, presence, and gentle adaptationA simple Heartlifter practice for responding differently instead of reacting automatically. If you've ever felt like you're failing because your healing isn't happening fast enough, this episode offers a hopeful reminder:Healing isn't a finish line to cross. It's a relationship we're continually renegotiating—with ourselves, with others, with our story, and with God.Join Janell as she continues The Birth Season series and discovers that perhaps God's deepest work isn't to rush our transformation—but to accompany us into freedom, one gentle step at a time.Scripture: Romans 12:2 • Psalm 23 • 2 Corinthians 3:18

SCRIPTURE- Romans 12:11-12"Do not grow slack in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, endure in affliction, persevere in prayer. "REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- Beyond Time by Malte Martin- Shades of June by Chasing ReverbsPRAYER 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.NOTES - Sr. Kara's PrayerWhen our hearts are broken and we can't find the words,Lord teach us to pray.When noise overpowers the stillness of silence,Lord teach us to pray.When destruction is rampant and peace can't be found,Lord teach us to pray.When lies and confusion distort the truth,Lord teach us to pray. When the darkness of sin casts a shadow on the goodness of humanity,Lord teach us to pray.When despair blinds our eyes of faith, Lord teach us to pray.When doubt darkens our flame of hope,Lord teach us to pray.When hate hardens our hearts made for love,Lord teach us to pray. Teach us to pray with words,with silence,with action,with pondering.

Abba Father, I bring all of me to you -- body, soul, and spirit.Scripture: Romans 12:1 Best of, Summer

When Olivia Paige entered a Christian coffee shop carrying tarot cards, Jerilyn sensed something deeper surrounding her. Jerilyn herself understood the danger of the occult from personal experience.  But God gave her one clear instruction: LOVE HER. This is the other side of Olivia's journey from witchcraft to Jesus: a story of rescue from spiritual darkness, and the ordinary coffee-shop encounter that changed two lives. -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everyday-miracles-julie-hedenborg/1146173449?ean=9798881501808 Subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast1395 Website for Everyday Miracles (APPLY!): http://everydaymiraclespodcast.com/ To follow Everyday Miracles Podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-miracles-podcast/id1447430033 On Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaymiraclespodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast X: https://x.com/miracles9598 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hedenborg-452028a7/ To email Julie directly: everydaymiraclespodcast@gmail.com To connect with Jerilyn and Wall of Fire Ministries: https://walloffire-ohio.org/ -- Scripture ✝️: Romans 2:4 Matthew 12:30 Isaiah 58:6 John 10:27 John 16:13 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 68:6 Mark 16:20