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This song of Zechariah is a powerful proclamation of God's faithfulness, salvation and mercy. See Luke 1:57-79.

After the announcement of Jesus' birth, Mary praises God for his faithfulness to his promises. See Luke 1:39-56.

Joshua Mack | Luke 18:31-43

Devotion : What Did You Go To See? / Luke 7:24-35 by Community Lutheran Church

Sunday Message recorded 05 October 2025by Associate Pastor Josh ShellFirst Baptist Church - Columbus, TX, USA1700 Milam St.Columbus, TX, USA 78934

"So, it's true after all: God is out to get you! Just like the sandwich-board evangelists have always said...But it's not with the closed fist of anger and punishment. God arrives with an invitation in hand. God invites you to the party. God welcomes you to the table. At least that's the kind of God revealed to us by Jesus. I don't know where we got this other God who is so hateful and unkind; this God so retrograde and primitive, this God who is more cruel and sadistic than any human being who has ever existed. The only God is I know is the God revealed by Jesus of Nazareth: A God who is good! A God, not too good to be true, but a God so good, it just has to be true!" (See Luke 14)

We're back with more Luke Mones Explained. This week we have the great JT Parr (Chad and JT Go Deep). Tap in immediately. This is truly the greatest podcast ever recorded. See Luke on tour: http://punchup.live/lukemones Connect with JT: Tickets: https://www.chadandjt.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/JTParr14 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@Chadandjtgodeep Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GoingDeepWithChadandJTPodcast Connect with Luke: Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones YouTube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast #ChadandJT

“How can we regain the ability to form Christian disciples who will actually be guided by Jesus, instead of politics or economics or the fashionable? Can we infuse those in our congregations with such courage, that they will be able stand for what is right and true and virtuous - even if it means losing what have been long-lasting relationships; even if it means losing status or favor with others? Why aren't Christians leading the way when it comes to honesty…integrity…love…and truth?” (See Luke 12:49-55)

Luke Mones Explained. Morgan Jay. The collab of the century. This week we have international comedy music sensation, the Autotune King, Morgan Jay. The fellas talk about all sorts of stuff -- Morgan's international tour, ethical animal consumption, and more. Morgan debuts brand new unheard songs he's gonna play on his tour in Brazil. They're in Portugese. It's wild and inappropriate. Tap in. See Luke on tour: http://punchup.live/lukemones  Connect with Morgan: Tickets: https://www.morganjay.com  Instagram: http://instagram.com/morganjay  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MorganJay Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@MorganJay  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones   X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones  Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones   Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones  Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones   #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast #MorganJay

Luke Mones Explained East. Our pal Brendan is back. The fellas talk about all sorts of stuff. The Late Show cancellation, Brendan's Lost Loves, The Coldplay Kiss Cam Cheating Scandal, and more. This is truly the greatest podcast of all time.   See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Brendan: Tickets: https://punchup.live/BrendanSagalow Instagram: http://instagram.com/BrendanSagalow  X: https://twitter.com/BrendanSagalow  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@BrendanSagalow  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones  X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones  Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones  Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones  Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones  #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast

Read Online“And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 16:17–19Saints Peter and Paul are often referred to as two of the great “Pillars of the Church.” They each played an incredibly essential role in the establishment of the early Church. And though each of their roles was essential and foundational, their roles were as different as they were different as persons.Peter was a family man, a local fisherman, uneducated and quite ordinary. From what we know about him prior to being called by Jesus, there was nothing that made him uniquely qualified to become one of the pillars of the new Church to be established by the Son of God. Jesus simply called him, and he responded. Jesus got into Peter's boat, ordered him to lower the nets, and produced a huge catch of fish. When Peter saw this miracle, he fell down at Jesus' feet and acknowledged that he was “a sinful man” who was unworthy of being in Jesus' presence (See Luke 5:8). But Jesus informed Peter that he would from now on be catching men. Peter immediately left everything behind and followed Jesus.Paul describes himself as “a Jew, born at Tarsus in Cili′cia, but brought up in this city at the feet of Gama′li-el, educated according to the strict manner of the law of our fathers, being zealous for God as you all are this day” (Acts 22:3). Paul was well educated in the strictest interpretation of the Jewish law, understood philosophy and was quite zealous as a young man. Recall, also, that prior to becoming a convert to Christianity, he “persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it” (Galatians 1:13). In many ways, Paul would have been seen as the most unlikely person to be chosen to be a pillar of the Church, because he so vigorously opposed it at first. He even supported the killing of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Though each of these men would have been considered by many as very unlikely founders of the Christian Church, this is exactly what they became. Paul, after his conversion, traveled far and wide to preach the Gospel, founding several new Churches throughout Asia Minor and Europe. Eventually he was arrested in Jerusalem, brought to Rome for trial and was beheaded. Over half of the New Testament books are attributed to Paul and half of the Acts of the Apostles detail Paul's missionary journeys. Paul is especially known for his missionary activity to the Gentiles, those who were not Jews. Peter's role was truly a unique one. His name was changed from “Simon” to “Peter” by Jesus. Recall Jesus saying, “And I tell you, you are Peter (Petros), and on this rock (petra) I will build my church…(Matthew 16:18). “Peter” in Greek is Petros. However, the Greek word petra means a rock as a solid formation that is fixed, immovable, and enduring. Therefore, Jesus chose to make Peter a solid foundation of immovable rock on which the Church was to be built.You, too, have been called by our Lord to a unique mission within the Church that has not been entrusted to another. In your own way, God wants to use you to reach certain people with the Gospel as He did with Saint Paul. And like Saint Peter, God wants to continue to establish His Church upon you and your faith. Reflect, today, upon these two holy and unique pillars of our Church. As you do, ponder how God may want to use you to continue their mission in this world. Though Saints Peter and Paul are among the greatest and most consequential Christians within our world, their mission must continue, and you are among the instruments that God wants to use. Commit yourself to this mission so that the preaching of the Gospel and the rock foundation of our Church will remain strong within our day and age just as it was of old. Saint Peter, you were uniquely chosen to be a rock foundation of faith upon which the Church was established. Saint Paul, you went forth to preach this faith far and wide, establishing many new communities of faith. Please use me, dear Lord, to continue the mission of Your Church so that the faith may be firmly planted in the minds and hearts of all Your people throughout the world. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Jusepe de Ribera, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Ismael returns to the dungeon (?) for another classic Luke Mones Explained. This is truly the greatest hour in American podcasting. It heavily features Luke's dog once again. See Luke on tour: http://punchup.live/lukemones   Connect with Ismael: Tickets: http://ismaelloutfi.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/ismaelcomic  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones   X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones   Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones   Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones   Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones   Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones   #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast #IsmaelLoutfi

Hey! More Luke Mones Explained. This time with the hilarious Maddy Smith. Luke and Maddy talk about it all. Get into it and enjoy the best episode in the history of podcasting. See Luke on tour: http://punchup.live/lukemones   Connect with Maddy: Tickets: http://punchup.live/maddysmith  Instagram: http://instagram.com/somaddysmith  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaddySmithcomedy  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones   X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones   Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones   Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones   Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones   Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones   #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast #MaddySmith

We're back. It's an all time episode of Luke Mones Explained. Luke is joined by his hilarious pal Jessie "Jetski" Johnson. Enjoy the golden era of podcasting. Thanks everybody See Luke on tour: http://punchup.live/lukemones   Connect with Jessie: Tickets: http://jetskijohnson.com/  Instagram: http://instagram.com/jetskijohnson  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@jetskijohnson  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones   X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones   Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones   Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones   Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones   Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones   #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast  

Luke Mones Explained welcomes back Brendan Sagalow aka Swag Daddy the Friend. This is, without hesitation, the greatest hour in the history of podcasting. Enjoy and god speed.   See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Brendan: Tickets: https://punchup.live/BrendanSagalow Instagram: http://instagram.com/BrendanSagalow  X: https://twitter.com/BrendanSagalow  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@BrendanSagalow  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones  X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones  Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones  Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones  Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones  #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast

In this episode we read the story of the calling of Levi in Luke 5:27-32. Together we discuss the reality that Jesus sees each and every single one of us right where we are and invites us to follow Him regardless of wherever we may find ourselves. And as people who are seen, with Jesus as our model, we have the opportunity to see others where they are and show them just who Jesus is.

This week's guest is the hilarious Raanan Hershberg. Luke and Raanan talk about everything. This is an important episode in the Great American Songbook. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Raanan: Tickets: https://punchup.live/raanan  Instagram: http://instagram.com/raanancomedy  X: https://twitter.com/RaananComedy  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@RaananHershberg  Connect with Luke:  Tour Dates: http://Punchup.Live/LukeMones  X: http://twitter.com/LukeMones  Instagram: http://Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@LukeMones  Facebook: http://facebook.com/LukeMones  Youtube: http://youtube.com/@LukeMones  #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast

More Luke Mones Explained. This week we have return guest Ian Fidance (Bein' Ian with Jordan). The Delaware Demon aka Poor Hunter Biden. Things get weird. But everything is okay. It's a good time. This was a few months ago so the Luigi talk seems not so fresh but hey what can ya do. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Ian: Tickets: https://punchup.live/ianfidance Instagram: instagram.com/ianimal69 YouTube: youtube.com/@beinianpod  TikTok: tiktok.com/@ianimal69   Connect with Luke: Tour Dates: Punchup.Live/LukeMones Twitter: x.com/LukeMones Instagram: Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: tiktok.com/@LukeMones  Facebook: facebook.com/LukeMones Youtube: youtube.com/@LukeMones  

I urge . . . first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people. . . . — 1 Timothy 2:1 Maybe you have seen a plaque or a sign that says “Prayer Changes Things.” Indeed, God has shown in the Bible that he uses the prayers of his people in his kingdom-building work in this world. Many examples show that God often provides what his people ask for in prayer. But that doesn't mean God is something like a good-luck charm or a magic genie that grants our wishes. Our prayers need to be in line with God's will for our lives and for his kingdom work in this world (see Matthew 6:9-13; 1 John 5:14-15). And while God will often answer our prayers aligning with his will, there are times when the answer may be different from what we ask. At times we don't understand God's will or his plans or even his ways (Isaiah 55). Sometimes God's answer may be “Yes, but not yet” or “Not in the way you think” or even “No.” (See Luke 22:42.) In 1 Timothy 2 Paul urges believers to intercede (pray) for everyone—including “kings and all those in authority”—because “this is good, and pleases God our Savior.” When we intercede faithfully for others, we become personally involved in God's redemptive work. Each spiritual victory, I believe, is a testament to the fact that someone has been praying. Lord and Savior, help us to pray faithfully for others, that they may come to know you and have faith in you. May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. And when we struggle, Lord, please give us your peace. In Jesus' name, Amen.

We're back with Joe List. The triumphant return of Joe and the podcast. The fellas talk Joe spilling on his seatmate, 9/11 and Santa Claus, and much more. Go see Joe's new special SMALL BALL in theaters May 21st, and his documentary TOM DUSTIN: PORTRAIT OF A COMEDIAN also in theaters everywhere. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Joe: Tom Dustin - Portrait of a Comedian: https://punchup.live/tomdustindoc Tickets: https://punchup.live/joe-list Instagram: instagram.com/joelistcomedy X: https://x.com/JoeListComedy YouTube: youtube.com/@joelistcomedy TikTok: tiktok.com/@joelistcomedy Facebook: facebook.com/comedianjoelist Connect with Luke: Tour Dates: Punchup.Live/LukeMones Twitter: x.com/LukeMones Instagram: Instagram.com/LukeMones  Tiktok: tiktok.com/@LukeMones  Facebook: facebook.com/LukeMones Youtube: youtube.com/@LukeMones #LukeMones #standup #comedy #entertainment #podcast

For Christians, the resurrection of Jesus is not something that is celebrated once a year but a moment that forever changes your life.In a few weeks, many will celebrate the completion of their high school or college studies. To recognize these achievements, schools will host graduation ceremonies, called commencement exercises. Because these ceremonies celebrate the completion of a course of study, most people think of a commencement service as a ceremony to mark the conclusion of something.However, to commence means to start. Commencement exercises are intended to mark the beginning of something. For high school graduates, that is the beginning of their life as adults and entering the workforce, and for college graduates, that is the beginning of the career they trained for.This is similar to how many think about Resurrection Sunday. In many ways, Resurrection Sunday can feel like the conclusion – the big event. And thus, the Sunday after is more about getting back to normal. The family pictures have been taken and posted to social media. The new clothes are now just another piece in your wardrobe. All of the candy has been eaten. And now things are back to a regular routine and norm. For those who have confessed Jesus as Lord and believed that God raised him from the dead, the resurrection is not the conclusion but the beginning. For Christians, Resurrection Sunday is not an event that comes and goes; it is a celebration of a moment that forever changes their lives.Luke 24:13-35 recounts the experience of two men who seemed very familiar with Jesus and what He taught. They seemed to have had high hopes that Jesus was, in fact, the Messiah. Yet they are perplexed because of the events that led to Jesus's crucifixion and death. They have heard reports that His body is no longer in the grave and that He is, in fact, alive.These are amazing and perplexing things to these men, but at the point that we meet them in Luke 24, these events have had no impact on their lives. They are walking home and getting back to their regular lives. But as they walk home, they meet Jesus, and everything about their lives changes.The resurrection forever transforms your understanding and your life.Ben Smith is the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Waycross, GA.This sermon was originally preached on 4/27/2025 for Resurrection Sunday.Books and downloadable PDFs of Pastor Ben's sermon notes are available at http://bensmithsr.org/resources.For more information on Central Baptist Church, visit www.cbcwaycross.org.

SERIES: Open Door PoliciesAs we begin Holy Week, we see Jesus bury humanity's endless attempts at seizing power. In our world, power dynamics are almost always in play. Those who don't have power want it, often more than anything else. Those who have power are willing to do anything to keep it. In contrast, Jesus—who possesses all power as the Son of God—willingly surrendered his power and placed himself in the hands of his enemies. Why? What he wanted more than anything else was not power, but you.So, Jesus begins this Holy Week riding into Jerusalem on a donkey colt, knowing full well that he was riding to the cross. He would surrender himself to the punishment that our sins deserved, so that through Spirit-wrought faith we might seize the glory and heaven that only he deserves.

Joseph's life serves as a vivid contrast between the freedom that forgiveness brings and the chains that unforgiveness can place on the heart. Joseph, despite the grave injustices he suffered, chose the path of mercy. For his brothers, however, though they had been forgiven, their hearts remained bound by shame and anxiety. This kept them from fully experiencing the freedom Joseph enjoyed because they had not yet received the peace that comes from truly accepting forgiveness. Join us for session fourteen as we examine the power of forgiveness and the freedom it confers.Verses Used:Gen. 50:7-10Gen. 50:15Lk. 6:35-361 Tim 1:15-17Gen. 50:19Rom. 7:24-8:2Gen. 50:20Discussion Questions:*In a conflict when you hold a grudge or repay evil for evil, what is the result? Is there peace? Is there resolution to the conflict?*What does Joseph's response to his brothers teach us about the power of forgiveness?*How do you think he was able to forgive them despite everything they did to him?*When his brothers expect Joseph to bear a grudge and repay the evil they had done, he asks, “Am I in God's place?” What did he mean by this? How does taking our own vengeance usurp God's place?*While our instinct may be to repay evil for evil, what are we called to instead? (See Luke 6:27-36, 1 Thessalonians 5:15, Colossians 3:12-14) Why is it hard to act like this? Why should we obey these verses, even though it's difficult?*Is there someone in your life with whom you have unresolved issues or you bear a grudge against? What can you purpose to do to help you walk in obedience to how you are called to treat your enemies?

This week we're reading Luke 18:31-19:10, the stories the disciples being unable to comprehend Jesus's impending death and resurrection, a blind man asking Jesus to regain his sight, and Jesus inviting himself to the home of Zacchaeus. Each of these stories, we realize, is about perception—who is able to see correctly and whose vision is blocked. The disciples cannot grasp Jesus's words about his suffering, death, and resurrection, perhaps mercifully so, since seeing clearly what was about to transpire may have been more than they could handle. With some irony, we note that it is the blind man who sees correctly, recognizing Jesus as the Son of David and having the courage to imagine that a new reality is possible for him. And while Zacchaeus famously climbs a sycamore tree to see Jesus, it is the crowd who misperceives Zacchaeus, accusing him of being a sinner when in fact he is living a righteous life. Who is it we misperceive, we sonder, and how might we be bold enough to imagine a new reality?

More of His Saving Fullness See (Luke 7:1-17) by Edgington EPC

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”This is a supplement and interim update: How to face the overwhelming moral complexities of our time. Join Jack and navigate this challenging landscape, drawing inspiration from the prophecy of the "last great battle" over marriage and family as articulated by Sister Lucia of Fatima. This isn't about conflict with individuals but rather a stand against the manifestations of evil. This battle, primarily fought through the power of prayer, the sacraments, and aligning with Jesus' teachings, we aim to build the "City Of God" and inspire you to pursue righteousness and eternal life. Amidst a backdrop of corruption and crumbling societal values, we examine the middle class and the working poor's struggle in a culture dominated by the lies and distortions of powerful entities. Figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump are highlighted for their roles in challenging government overreach and the deep state, amid concerns about excessive taxation, government spending, and failing public education. Moving to the next step in your "Spiritual Formation" the meditative practice of Lectio Divina, and developing a deeper relationship with scripture, and the building of a supportive faith community. You will need courage and your intellect as you prepare for spiritual battles and find the path to peace and joy amidst life's present chaos.1.    Spiritual Formation:   a.  3 Simple Morning Solution to combat evil! Knees before looking at the phone!       1.    Kneel with Our Blessed Mother, your mother! "Let it be done to me according to your word" (See Luke 1:34-38)        2.    Temptation is not a sin: Use every temptation as an invitation to pray! Divine Mercy reading (Download app)        3.    Charity, Love the next person you see...action!b. Daily 15-30 minutes Prayer with Scripture (Lectio Divina: read, meditate, pray, contemplation-silence)  Daily Readings can be found:  Magnificat Subscription (on-line only $19.99 Year!) or a complete prayer app Hallow or for free at USCCB Bishops.c. Mass-Eucharistd. Confessione. Daily Rosary or Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Hallow app includes the Rosary, Divine Mercy app the Chaplet) (The Video-Podcast of this Episode will be made available on Rumble. For past episodes on Video visit our Rumble Channel and don't forget to subscribe!)Follow us and watch on X: John Paul II Renewal @JP2RenewalOn Rumble: JohnPaulIIRCCatch up with the latest on our website: jp2renew.org and Sign up for our Newsletter!!  Contact Jack: info@jp2renew.orgRead Jack's Blog: https://jp2renew.org/Support the show

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”Disillusioned by societal institutions that have failed to provide genuine meaning? Generation Z, especially young men, are awakening to a world that is off-kilter. We dive into the societal pressures and spiritual battles they face, offering practical resources through Claymore and essential practices to find truth and peace amidst the storm of moral relativism. You'll discover how Jesus's steadfast mercy and the transformative power of a personal relationship with Christ can guide you towards your true purpose and value.Step into a new morning routine designed to arm you for the spiritual battlefield of daily life. We'll walk you through a three-part ritual that begins with prayer and the support of the Blessed Mother, turning temptations into opportunities for growth and peace. Discover how to lean on the saints and Divine Mercy readings to combat the lure of modern distractions, and understand how these moments of struggle can actually bring glory to Jesus. Stay tuned as we offer insights into the rich young man's encounter with Christ, urging you to look beyond the superficial and embrace a life aligned with eternal truth. On the way we learn not to bury our passions and desires but instead understand the significance of aligning our passions and desires with the intrinsic human desire for God, as articulated in the opening paragraphs of Catechism of the Catholic Church. As we navigate personal journeys and the search for eternal truth, we invite you to engage with us on this spiritual formation journey, asking questions about prayer, the Mass, and Catholicism. Join us again next Friday as we continue to challenge inefficiencies and seek divine truth, offering gratitude and blessings to all listeners along the way.1.    Spiritual Formation:   a.  3 Simple Morning Solution to combat evil! Knees before looking at the phone!       1.    Kneel with Our Blessed Mother, your mother! "Let it be done to me according to your word" (See Luke 1:34-38)        2.    Temptation is not a sin: Use every temptation as an invitation to pray! Divine Mercy reading (Download app)        3.    Charity, Love the next person you see...action!b. Daily 15-30 minutes Prayer with Scripture (Lectio Divina: read, meditate, pray, contemplation-silence)  Daily Readings can be found:  Magnificat Subscription (on-line only $19.99 Year!) or a complete prayer app Hallow or for free at USCCB Bishops.c. Mass-Eucharistd. Confessione. Daily Rosary or Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Hallow app includes the Rosary, Divine Mercy app the Chaplet) (The Video-Podcast of this Episode will be made available on Rumble. For past episodes on Video visit our Rumble Channel and don't forget to subscribe!)Follow us and watch on X: John Paul II Renewal @JP2RenewalOn Rumble: JohnPaulIIRCCatch up with the latest on our website: jp2renew.org and Sign up for our Newsletter!!  Contact Jack: info@jp2renew.orgRead Jack's Blog: https://jp2renew.org/ Support the show

Reading Luke 7:24-27 where Jesus challenges the people and their understanding of who John the Baptist is and the message he spoke during his ministry. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Have you noticed this detail of Zacharias' account in Luke 1... that there was assembly of worshippers that gathered to pray? That they gathered during the "hour of incense"? See Luke 1:10. Try reading it in multiple versions. Will you be gathering with your family or church family to offer up sweet incense to Jesus? May you find some inspiration to do so through this Advent episode that includes language of worship to lift up to His Holy Name!

The Gospel According to Luke: Encountering the Real Jesus Pastor Anson McMahon

Matthew 3 Matthew 3:1 – John was not a Baptist. John was a baptizer. See Luke 1:36. Elizabeth was a blood relative, but not technically…

It is incredible to think that anyone could misunderstand the simple teachings of Christ. Sadly, so many did. In this message, Brother Luke looks at the reasons why so many did not see what was happening or understand what was being taught by Jesus, when it was all so clear and simple. This is an …

Simon Peter . . . dragged the net ashore. It was full of large fish, 153, but even with so many the net was not torn. — John 21:11 Years ago we lived on the edge of a lake in eastern Ontario. We often took our fishing poles out to see what might be swimming in the water. Some seasons were better than others, and we released many sunfish so that they could grow bigger. Some bass ended up in the frying pan, but we certainly were not experts. The fishermen in today's story were experts. They didn't know who was calling out to them from the shore, but they knew what it was like to try fishing on the other side of the boat. Yet on this day they were not sure what to expect; they had been fishing all night and had caught nothing. These men had also had a rough time lately. They had been following Jesus, the Messiah, but they were confused with the outcome. Jesus had died and risen again, but Rome was still in control. What was the Messiah up to? Then, after throwing their nets on the other side and getting so many fish that they couldn't haul the net in, something triggered in their minds: “It is the Lord!” (See Luke 5:1-11.) Eventually they dragged their overflowing net ashore, and it was not even torn. A reminder that God can do more than we can ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). Today Jesus wants to remind us that he has called us to follow him too. What is Jesus up to in your life? In your neighborhood? Your community? Your area? Is he calling you to trust him again like you did when you first met him? Lord, thank you for your abundant love as you keep calling us to love you and others. Amen.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has made headlines for being picked as Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate. One underreported aspect of his record is signing Minnesota's first “right to repair” law last year. The bill took effect last month.The concept sounds simple enough: if you buy something like a phone or a car, you should have the right to fix it. But as our world becomes more digitized, doing it yourself, or having your devices repaired by third-party mechanics or cell phone shops, can be complicated. Everything from opening a car door to adjusting your refrigerator can now involve complex computer code, giving manufacturers more control over whether, and how, devices can be repaired. Frustrations over this dynamic sparked the “right to repair” movement, which advocates for legislation to require manufacturers to provide parts, tools, and guides to consumers and third parties. While powerful companies like John Deere and Apple have cited cybersecurity and safety concerns with farmers and iPhone users tinkering with their devices, right-to-repair advocates say irreparability undermines consumer rights, leads to higher prices and worse quality, and harms small businesses that provide third-party repair services.As more states continue to adopt and debate these laws, which industries will be impacted? And will the federal government consider imposing the policy nationwide? Evan and Luke are joined by Kyle Wiens, perhaps the most vocal proponent of the right to repair in the U.S. Wiens is the co-founder and CEO of IFixit, which sells repair parts and tools and provides free how-to-guides online. Read Kyle's writing on repair rights and copyright in Wired and his article in The Atlantic on how his grandfather helped influence his thinking. See Luke's piece in Reason on how the debate impacts agriculture.

7/21/24 - Glenn Durham

Read Online“And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 16:17–19Saints Peter and Paul are often referred to as two of the great “Pillars of the Church.” They each played an incredibly essential role in the establishment of the early Church. And though each of their roles was essential and foundational, their roles were as different as they were different as persons.Peter was a family man, a local fisherman, uneducated and quite ordinary. From what we know about him prior to being called by Jesus, there was nothing that made him uniquely qualified to become one of the pillars of the new Church to be established by the Son of God. Jesus simply called him, and he responded. Jesus got into Peter's boat, ordered him to lower the nets, and produced a huge catch of fish. When Peter saw this miracle, he fell down at Jesus' feet and acknowledged that he was “a sinful man” who was unworthy of being in Jesus' presence (See Luke 5:8). But Jesus informed Peter that he would from now on be catching men. Peter immediately left everything behind and followed Jesus.Paul describes himself as “a Jew, born at Tarsus in Cili′cia, but brought up in this city at the feet of Gama′li-el, educated according to the strict manner of the law of our fathers, being zealous for God as you all are this day” (Acts 22:3). Paul was well educated in the strictest interpretation of the Jewish law, understood philosophy and was quite zealous as a young man. Recall, also, that prior to becoming a convert to Christianity, he “persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it” (Galatians 1:13). In many ways, Paul would have been seen as the most unlikely person to be chosen to be a pillar of the Church, because he so vigorously opposed it at first. He even supported the killing of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.Though each of these men would have been considered by many as very unlikely founders of the Christian Church, this is exactly what they became. Paul, after his conversion, traveled far and wide to preach the Gospel, founding several new Churches throughout Asia Minor and Europe. Eventually he was arrested in Jerusalem, brought to Rome for trial and was beheaded. Over half of the New Testament books are attributed to Paul and half of the Acts of the Apostles detail Paul's missionary journeys. Paul is especially known for his missionary activity to the Gentiles, those who were not Jews.Peter's role was truly a unique one. His name was changed from “Simon” to “Peter” by Jesus. Recall Jesus saying, “And I tell you, you are Peter (Petros), and on this rock (petra) I will build my church…(Matthew 16:18). “Peter” in Greek is Petros, meaning a single stone that is movable. However, the Greek word petra means a rock as a solid formation that is fixed, immovable, and enduring. Therefore, Jesus chose to make Peter, this single stone, into a solid foundation of immovable rock on which the Church was to be built.You, too, have been called by our Lord to a unique mission within the Church that has not been entrusted to another. In your own way, God wants to use you to reach certain people with the Gospel as He did with Saint Paul. And like Saint Peter, God wants to continue to establish His Church upon you and your faith.Reflect, today, upon these two holy and unique pillars of our Church. As you do, ponder how God may want to use you to continue their mission in this world. Though Saints Peter and Paul are among the greatest and most consequential Christians within our world, their mission must continue, and you are among the instruments that God wants to use. Commit yourself to this mission so that the preaching of the Gospel and the rock foundation of our Church will remain strong within our day and age just as it was of old.Saint Peter, you were uniquely chosen to be a rock foundation of faith upon which the Church was established. Saint Paul, you went forth to preach this faith far and wide, establishing many new communities of faith. Please use me, dear Lord, to continue the mission of Your Church so that the faith may be firmly planted in the minds and hearts of all Your people throughout the world. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: Saint Peter and Saint Paul  By Jusepe de Ribera, via Wikimedia Commons

1 Samuel 8 starts by telling us “when Samuel became old …” and the next few chapters tell us of all the drama that happened in his old age.  The first problem was that Samuel's sons whom he had made judges “did not walk in his ways, but turned aside after gain.  They took bribes and perverted justice.” [v.3]. There is no record of Samuel's wife.  How important it is for a wife to support her husband in the spiritual training of their children especially one as busy as Samuel for “he judged Israel all the days of his life.  And he went on a circuit year by year to Bethel, Gilgal and Mizpah.  And he judged Israel in all these places. Then he would return to Ramah, for his home was there, and there also he judged Israel …” [7 v.15-17] We live in a world where few if any of those in authority have any real Bible based principles, everyone is “after gain” in some way to some degree.  Those who seek to serve the Almighty and his Son must be after a different kind of “gain” – treasure that they can lay up in heaven! See Luke 12 v.21,33,34.       When Jesus returns those who have done this will be “judges” – reigning with him in his kingdom. Maybe Samuel's role as a judge is an example – but they will have divine power, which the Apostles experienced as a foretaste of “the powers of the age to come.” [Heb. 6 v.4]  In those days the whole world will be taught righteousness and what a wonderful word picture we read today in Isaiah of this time!  “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news of happiness, who publishes salvation, who says in Zion, ‘Your God reigns.' … The LORD has bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations, and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.” [52 v.7,10]  To talk of beautiful feet is a poetic expression of the joys of doing the Lord's work.  What a challenge it is to “walk” in that way now. As a final passage look at Hebrews 13, “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he (Jesus) has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'  So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?'” [v.5,6]  Let us confidently say that! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christadelphians-talk/message

From the The Logopraxis Workbook Step 6 - Preparing a Submission - Questions for Reflection  The key to preparing a summary or submission for our group is to focus on how our task influenced our mental state: What did we actually experience? What did we learn about our self? About the Lord? About the inner activity of our mind? Were there any insights related to the contents of the reading that illustrate what was experienced? How can I frame this, so it supports others in my group? Reflect & Discuss In what way is each submission the Lord's Gift to the Group? How does sharing too much personal stuff distract me, or the Group? In what way do I experience the Life Group as a spiritual community? The Lord's Providence exists in what each person selects to work with. The Life Group is an opportunity to share the Holy Supper. How might this be true? See Luke 22:14-20.   Third Round posts are short audio clips taken from Round 3 comments offered in the online Logopraxis Life Group meetings. The aim is to keep the focus on understanding the Text in terms of its application to the inner life along with reinforcing any key LP principles that have been highlighted in the exchanges.

The Gospel According to Luke: Encountering the Real Jesus Pastor Anson McMahon

AN ABILITY TO SEE Luke 18:31-43 Jeff Kelly April 28, 2024

We have been looking at how various people respond to Jesus. In this week's sermon, Joshua Kansiewicz explores how Jesus uses common sayings to express spiritual truths, including Jesus' image of a light not being hidden from the world.  Jesus final advice was to be careful how we hear.

Sunday, 17 March 2024   Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You are permitted to speak for yourself.” So Paul stretched out his hand and answered for himself: Acts 26:1   A more literal translation would be, “And Agrippa said to Paul, ‘It is permitted for you to speak for yourself.' Then Paul, made his defense, having stretched out the hand” (CG).   The previous verse ended Chapter 25 with Festus noting that it was unreasonable to send a prisoner without specifying charges against him. Now, Chapter 26 begins with, “And Agrippa said to Paul.”   Scholars state that he was not in a superior position to Festus, but rather a different type of position. Therefore, his speaking first isn't a yielding to his status. Instead, Agrippa, as the one who has requested the audience (25:22), and as the one who has been petitioned for assistance in the matter (25:26), is the one to grant Paul permission to speak. Understanding that, Agrippa says, “It is permitted for you to speak for yourself.”   Agrippa, having previously noted to Festus that he wanted to hear Paul, eagerly hands over to the chained apostle the right to speak. There is no introductory statement, no question added concerning the words of Festus, and no repetition of any of the charges of the Jews. One gets the sense that Agrippa truly was excitedly curious about Paul and what he had to say.   Having given the platform to Paul, it next says, “Then Paul, made his defense, having stretched out the hand.”   This stretching forth of the hand has already been seen by Paul in Acts 21:40 and by Alexander in Acts 19:33. Barnes notes, “This was the usual posture of orators or public speakers. The ancient statues are commonly made in this way, with the right hand extended. The dress of the ancients favored this. The long and loose robe, or outer garment, was fastened usually with a hook or clasp on the right shoulder, and thus left the arm at full liberty.”   As for Paul's defense here, it is not one petitioning release. He was bound by law to go to Rome because of his appeal. Rather, he is repeating his case of innocence, knowing that it will be recorded for his trial in Rome.   Further, his appeal to Agrippa may ease the burden of other Christians in the future who would be subject to Agrippa's rulings. A third reason is that Paul was an evangelist. What better opportunity to speak out the message of Christ? See Luke 21:12, 13 where Jesus spoke of exactly such an opportunity.   Life application: There are always times in life when it seems inconvenient to stop and tell someone about Jesus. We may be busy, we may have other things on our minds, etc. And yet, if we let the chance pass, we are bound to find out that whatever was distracting us wasn't that big of a deal after all. But more, we will then consider that we missed our opportunity to tell that person about Jesus. The “I'll get it next time” never happens.   The message of Jesus is the only message that can redirect a person from condemnation to salvation. Without it, they will be lost forever. Let us remember this and use every opportunity to share the good news.   Remember this from day to day. Redirect your mind to make sharing the gospel a priority. The more you do it, the more you will be willing to do it. Like everything else, such things take mental effort to do. However, as you continue to share the good news, it will become more and more natural until it becomes a part of your daily life. So get started and continue on!   Lord God, we often only get one chance to talk to a particular person. May we make talking about You a priority so that when we have that one-time meeting with someone, we at least can say we used it properly and told them what You have done for us. Help us not to be people who later regret neglecting this most important of all human interactions. It alone can make an eternal difference in their destiny. May we be willing to share it! Amen.

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Questions Covered: 01:09 – What are your thoughts on the UFO/ET sightings being demons? 17:01 – In The Shining Dick Halloran the chef tells young Danny Torrance that the Shining gives people the ability to see the things from long ago and things that have not yet happened. With that being said is the ability to Shine in the movie & book the same thing as prophecy, extrasensory perception, intuition, empathy, precognition, and retrocognition? 12:10 – What are the historical ramifications if Abraham had never left Ur? 13:43 – Is it true that the Vatican has one of the best science labs in the world, and if so why and what is it used for? Thank you. 16:41 – Suppose an couple is engaged and is approaching the Church to be married. However, they are an unfortunate genetic match and have certainty that 100% of their children will perish in the womb. Would it be immoral for them to live as husband and wife? And does the Church have any legislation that would prevent them being married in the Church? 18:46 – Can a priest celebrate Mass if he has no arms? 22:42 – On May 31, 1985 I was baptized by the fire of the Holy Spirit from the crown of my head, through every cell in my body. See Luke 3:16 Do you think the fire of Purgatory is the same purifying fire I experienced? Meaning, do you think it’s the Holy Spirit that does the purging? 29:00 – How many times in one’s life can one vow “till death do us part?” 34:00 – If throughout the Bible angels (who are spiritual, non-corporeal beings) appear with enfleshed bodies as apparitions, could that be true for the Holy Spirit as well? Is it possible that those puzzling times in Scripture when people didn't recognize Jesus it was because the Third Person of the Trinity was making an appearance? When Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene in the tomb (John 20:14-18), and to the two followers on the way to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) and to the seven disciples fishing (John 21:1-14), is it possible that they didn't recognize Him because they were not seeing God the Son at first, but God the Holy Spirit for a brief time? The One who they didn't recognize consoled, comforted them, revealed truth to them, testified to them, convicted them, taught them, walked along side of them (parakletos), witnessed to them, brought things to their remembrance, and revealed and glorified the Lord to them…all the things Jesus promised the Advocate would do when He came (John 14:15-31, John 15:26-27 and John 16:5-16). 40:05 – If angel are non-corporeal beings, why do we gender them? 46:42 – How does one mistake a reconnaissance balloon as an alien space craft? 48:30 – Where was Jesus between the ages of 12 and 30? 50:54 – Let's say that macro-PK is real. Where does the energy to move the objects come from? If there is a violation of the laws of thermodynamics, could the heat death of the universe be defeated by a sufficiently large, trained force of PKers? …

I hope you're enjoying our “Trusting God” series as much as I am. So far we've talked about trusting God with our failures and our future self, and this week we're talking about trusting God with our resources. Don't worry, this isn't a discussion of giving away all your money. (Although we definitely are called to live generously with all aspects of our lives, including our finances.)    Pastor Libin Abraham is my Pastor at Bent Tree Bible Church here in Dallas. My family attends this church, and I'm so excited that he's sharing ways to identify our resources and use them to impact our culture. He challenges us to leave the “shallows” of our faith and take  a deeper dive into God's plans and purposes for our lives. (See Luke 5 for context)   I have to be honest with you, today's conversation spoke directly to my heart and reminded me why I'm doing some hard things that don't make sense outside of God. Libin calls these life decisions our “irrational acts of obedience,” and gives two questions to consider when it comes to trusting God with our resources.    I can't wait for you to hear this conversation!    All things Cynthia Yanof Bent Tree Bible podcast with Pastor Libin Abraham

The show goes around the room and asks each other questions to get to know each other better, like where is a place they never want to visit again and has anyone tried something new? Hear their answers! Then, find out how Amy's daughter softball season is going and why she is proud of her for sticking it out! Mailbag: A listener purchased Luke Combs tickets months ago. Now her son's first flag football game is happening on the same day they would be traveling. This is the closest Luke's show is coming to them. What would you do? We share our thoughts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.