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July 6, 2025  Have you forgotten what it is like to dream again? God's people had a time like that, too. In fact, Psalm 126 was written during a time of Exile in the anticipated hope of return. While we are not in the same place as the Jews were in Exile, there is something about the character of God for us to glean even today! Listen in as Pastor JoAnn Johnson helps us trust in God's restorative power. In this message, you will be: Encouraged and challenged to dream God's dreams for you again. Seek God for miracles and breakthroughs.

What have you devoted your life to getting? What does Jesus have to say about that?   ---    Jesus was the greatest teacher the world has ever known, and His teachings continue to shape lives still today. Not far from His ministry base of Capernaum, a hill on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee is traditionally known as the site from which Jesus delivered His Sermon on the Mount. In this beautiful place, Jesus sat down and shared a paradigm-shifting message that became the most famous sermon in history – the greatest sermon ever preached!    Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49457597 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

What does God expect from those who shepherd his people? In this message, we explore the Lord's expectations for spiritual shepherds—not according to the world's standards of charisma or popularity, but according to faithfulness, humility, and sacrificial love. Drawing from 1 Peter 5 and Ezekiel 34, we reflect on the tragic failures of Israel's past leaders and the ultimate hope found in Jesus, our Good Shepherd. Jesus doesn't just model faithful shepherding—he is the Shepherd. He laid down his life for his sheep and still continues to care for us today through faithful pastors who proclaim his Word and administer the Sacraments. This sermon is both a call to appreciate and pray for our current shepherds and an encouragement to raise up the next generation of ministers and teachers of the gospel. As our church body faces many pastoral and teaching vacancies, how might God be calling you to encourage someone to serve?

Putting God First Will Change Your Marriage If you're anything like me, you've found yourself caught in the swirl of responsibilities, relationships, expectations... and distractions. It's so easy to let the noise of life drown out the voice of God. Even in marriage—especially in marriage—it's easy to start placing our hope in the wrong thing. And when we do that, even the good things, like marriage, can become shaky ground. But what if the real anchor isn't your spouse, or your role, or your routine—but your relationship with God? Why Putting God First Can Transform Your Marriage We live in a world of constant input. Notifications, streaming, social media, endless to-dos. And if we're not intentional, those distractions steal our attention—and with it, our peace, our purpose, and our priorities. I've found that when I step away from it all—when I intentionally remove the distractions—I can finally hear God clearly again. Whether it's walking in nature without my phone or sitting in a quiet space with my journal, those moments of silence are sacred. They realign me. Because when God is clear, everything else becomes clear, too. “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” —Matthew 6:33 How Husbands Can Become Spiritual Leaders in the Home Husbands, you are called to lead your home—not because you have all the answers, but because God entrusted you with that role. Leadership doesn't mean control. It means surrender. It means taking responsibility, laying down pride, and anchoring your identity in Christ—not in your wife's response. If your stability is based on her reactions, your leadership will always be shaky. But when your eyes are on Jesus, you can lead with strength, consistency, and peace—even if the journey is slow. “The wise man built his house on the rock… and it did not fall.” —Matthew 7:24-25 (paraphrased) What Biblical Respect Looks Like for Christian Wives Wives, I get it. Maybe you feel like you've had to take the reins because your husband hasn't. Maybe you feel stronger spiritually. Maybe you're just more organized. But leadership is about role—not ability. And when we as wives step out of our God-given role, we accidentally make it harder for our husbands to rise into theirs. Respect doesn't mean silence or enabling. It means honoring the role God has given him, even when it's hard. And when you do? It makes your husband feel safe, trusted, and invited to lead. Should I Still Respect My Husband If I Don't Trust Him? If your husband has let you down—or worse, betrayed your trust—you might wonder: “How do I respect a man who hasn't earned it?” That's real. But our motivation as believers isn't based on someone else's worthiness. It's based on God's worthiness. You can walk in wisdom, set boundaries, and still respect the role. Because when you show honor, you're honoring God first. (Need more on this? Search our site for our podcast: “Respect an Untrustworthy Man”) Why Most Marriages Struggle Without Spiritual Rhythms If you've been running on empty, it may be time to return to spiritual rhythms. Daily time with God. Weekly check-ins with your heart. Monthly reflection. These aren't just good habits—they're lifelines. They give you clarity, patience, and power to live out your role with joy. Even if your personality makes this hard (mine does too!), it's worth fighting for. Your family's health depends on your spiritual nourishment. What “Helper” Really Means (And It's Not What You Think) In Genesis 2, God calls Eve a “helper”—and the original Hebrew word ezer is used most often to describe God Himself as our rescuer, protector, and strength. Wives, this means your role is powerful, not passive. You have the God-given ability to uplift, empower, and even save your husband in ways no one else can. Not through control, but through encouragement, respect, and faith-filled love. When Leadership in Marriage Gets Out of Order The fall of man in Genesis didn't start with an affair or abuse. It started with misplaced leadership. Adam was present. He knew the truth. But instead of leading, he followed. Instead of obeying God, he obeyed his wife. Men, this is your reminder: you are responsible. And women, if you want your husband to lead, you have to let go of the wheel. Restoring biblical order doesn't mean a power struggle—it means peace, protection, and purpose. What to Do When You Feel Hopeless in Your Marriage You might be reading this with tears in your eyes. Maybe your marriage is hanging by a thread. Maybe you've tried everything, and nothing has worked. Maybe you're ready to give up. Don't. God sees you. He hasn't forgotten you. And no matter how far things have gone, there is still hope. Even if your spouse doesn't change right away. Even if it's just you taking the first step. Seek God first. Love your spouse like Jesus. And trust that God will do the rest. Where there is breath in the lungs, there is hope.   With love,   The Delight Your Marriage Team   PS – Ready to take the next step and learn more about our Coaching Programs? We'd love to talk with you. Book a free Clarity Call today: delightyourmarriage.com/cc PPS - To watch the full episode on YouTube, click here. PPPS - Here's a quote from a recent graduate: "When I started DYM, I was desperate to save my marriage. When Dana told me that I could do more than just save my marriage, but could actually enjoy it, I literally laughed at her. I had given up hope of having a happy marriage. All I wanted was to avoid divorce at all costs. Here we are a year later, expecting our third sweet baby… I did in fact, by Gods grace, do more than save my marriage!! I actually genuinely LIKE my husband!! We are happy and healing and couldn't be more grateful. God bless DYM. Thank you for having hope for my marital happiness, even when I did not."

Wednesday Night Service on 7/2/25 "Consider What?" - Brother Darren Hansen     "Let's Seek God" - Brother Clint Playle

It seems that God is seeking to draw all of us closer to Him. How close are you to the Lord? Where do you have compromises? Where do your personal values counter God's eternal, Kingdom values? To what sin do you easily yield to? Selfishness? Pride? Anger? Gossip? Self-promotion? Lust? Pornography? Fornication? Harmful habits like smoking, alcohol consumption, overeating? Worry? Drug addiction? God is asking us to lay aside distractions before Jesus returns, so that His power and glory can flow unhindered through us. The greatest move of God the world has ever seen is right in front of us! He wants us to get ready for it! Resources: Sermon Notes: Victory Church Notes Get Pastor Mitch's New Book "An Appointment with God's Power": Order on Amazon Website: victorychurchraleigh.com Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast!  

The Bible tells us words are powerful tools that can be used for good or ill. Seek God's understanding to see the impact of how our words spoken with wisdom, grace, and truth build up ourselves and others, and reflect the power of God's word in our lives. Use faith-filled words! Words become faith words by hearing the Word of God.  Hearing the Word of God is not passively listening but actively receiving, understanding, and applying its truths to our lives. Hearing this way continuallyleads to a deeper and more robust faith that remains. Ask God for help with our words – to use them wisely and responsibly!  We will be held accountable for our words at the judgment.  Take the Word at face value and live it!

Tim Wood Seek God and Live - Interrupted by Amos (2025)

Join the Trudge Report duo this week as Shawn and Greg bring you a wonderful guest speaker to the show. TRP welcomes Timmy Mac. Timmy has been a long time friend of all of us since each of us got sober, spanning over 15 years. Timmy brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, faith, and good vibes as the three of us discuss a variety of topics surrounding life and recovery. From topics such as being married to a person not in recovery, to having a blended family, to navigating early sobriety in a halfway house, and dealing with life's issues in a faith-based way. This episode has a great flow and promises to be inspiring to all levels of recovery and also those not in recovery.Seek God first and He will be the one to determine if you need to seek human counsel.            -Timmy Mac-Don't forget to like, share, rate, and download the podcast on all of your listening platforms. Check out and subscribe to our YouTube channel, @trudgrereportpod, for other content surrounding sports and trending topics. Trudge on good people. Contact the Guys:Instagram: @trudgereportpodFacebook: Trudge ReportTikTok: trudgereportpodYouTube: @trudgereportpod

Shh! God is speaking! He is speaking when we least expect it. He is speaking when we feel all hope is gone. He is speaking when things are going well! The truth about it, He is always speaking to us because He wants the best for us! But are we truly listening? Seek God like never before! The time is now to develop a closer walk with Him. Not just during your valley moments but also during your mountaintop experiences! We can't keep doing it our way and expecting God to bless it! We have to allow Him to lead and guide us all the way if we want to be victorious! He is waiting... will you allow him to dwell within your heart so that He can usher you into a life of abundance!

In this episode of Tell Me More, hosts Katy Reed Hodges and Luke Stehr speak with guest Curt Grice about Sunday's sermon by Dennis R. Wiles at First Baptist Arlington. The discussion centers on the sermon "Flourishing Formation: Seek God's Kingdom!" based on Matthew 6:25-34.The conversation examines Pastor Wiles' use of metamorphosis as a conceptual framework for spiritual formation. The hosts and guest analyze the sermon's main points regarding transformation in Christian life, addressing the questions of identity and purpose in spiritual development.Topics covered include the prohibition against worry, the practice of seeking God's kingdom as a priority, and the promise of divine provision. The discussion references theological perspectives from Dallas Willard, Eugene Peterson, and John Mark Comer on spiritual formation and discipleship.The episode provides factual information about the contrast between cultural approaches to life and the alternative path of following Jesus. Listeners will hear an analysis of what it means to be "formed, conformed, and transformed" as disciples according to the sermon text.

Join us as Solomon's wisdom teaches us about prioritizing God, loving others, and trusting in the Lord's enduring faithfulness. You'll see how Solomon's early choices as king reveal timeless principles that still guide faithful living today.Themes of this podcast:Seek God first as the foundation of a faithful life. True wisdom and success come from prioritizing God above all else. Solomon shows us inquiring of the Lord should be our first response, not our last resort.The blueprint for righteous living. When we love God and love others, everything else falls into place. Solomon shows us this when he asks for wisdom rather than wealth–genuine love for God naturally flows into love for others, which is how we can live a righteous life. God's faithfulness across generations and sacred places. From Abraham's near-sacrifice of Isaac to David's deliverance from the plague and Solomon's Temple construction, God remains faithful to His people across time and generations.Show Notes:BlogDrawing of the TabernacleThe TempleWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!

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Join Pastor Rob Byker as he shares a message from Psalm 24 in the Daring to Draw Near series, titled “Join the 'Seek God's Face' Generation.” Who can stand in God's holy presence? Only those with clean hands and a pure heart—those who seek Him above all else. Like Jacob, we're called to stop chasing blessings and start treasuring God as the ultimate blessing. Be part of the generation that seeks His face with wholehearted devotion. Want to learn more about Connections Church? Visit our website: https://myconnections.church/

Dads you will shape the future one way or another. So, why not choose the way you will shape the future. Seek God and walk in His ways. Teach your children to love God and keep His commandments. In this message we will look at five dads that shaped the future. As a dad there is something we can learn from each of these dads.

 JESUS: Like No OtherCalled by name, transformed by grace. (Jesus Seeks and Saves the Lost)Series: JESUS: Like No OtherSpeaker: Jeremy NortonScripture: Luke 19:1-10 (ESV)Timestamps: 00:00 - Have you ever felt like you've done so much wrong that you'll never be able to make it right?02:47 - Zacchaeus wanted to see Jesus.03:16 - Jesus doesn't just notice the lost.05:06 - We live in a world where people are either running from grace or assuming they don't need it.07:58 - Coming back to Zacchaeus, this is core to his encounter with Jesus.13:52 - It's worth noting that Luke places this account just before Jesus enters Jerusalem to begin His journey to the cross.14:59 - This Good Shepherd is still seeking and saving the lost today.15:58 - This is an invitation to answer the calling of Jesus.17:18 - Prayer18L56 - Updates21:00 - Discussion & Prayer Focus.#jesus  #lord  #likenoother  #calledbygod  #seekgod  #saves  #graceSupport the show

Joshua 1 – Joshua faces a daunting and overwhelming future after the death of Moses. He sets his focus on obeying, honoring, and trusting God. Joshua approaches his future with courage, and God prospers his efforts. God will do the same for us, but it requires a determination to follow God, whatever the cost. Seek God's plan this week and not your own.  

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Conner from Mass on May 28, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Referenced Readings: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1 John 16:12-15 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Seek God and His anointing. The anointing power is not power for power's sake. The anointing sets YOU apart for God's use. Allow Him to instruct you in all things to be used with impact – power to be His witness, to discern what is true and real, and to bear fruit continually. Nurture the anointing by staying connected to Holy Spirit.  

May 25, 2025Pastor Chris WrightBreakthrough in Battle1 Chronicles 14:8-17In this passage, we learn from David how to respond when facing a crisis, an obstacle, or a crucial decision point in our lives. He experienced breakthroughs in battle and we can too.Seek God's GuidanceObey God's CommandsGive God Glory for the VictoryThank you for listening!For more info on Redemption City Church check out our website. If you'd like to connect with us further, please fill out a Connection Card and one of our staff will get in touch with you.Follow us on on social media: Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Straight Outta Context 6, Week 5 Pastor Nathan Zickert · Romans 3:11A video recording of this sermon is available here.For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

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Do you want to be deeply rooted? Do you want to be like a tree with deep roots that go deep in your faith? Do you want depth? Oh friend---This is something I am so passionate about. It is the title of my podcast and it is the title of my book. So I thought today I would share with you more about being deeply rooted, about having depth, and share the books along the way that I learned so much from. Depth Podcast Episode links and Book Recommendations to Grow your Roots Deep: *Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak to Strength by Jodi Snowdon. What if your greatest heartbreak catapults you to your greatest growth? (see below for more podcast episodes about my book) Depth Podcast Episode 215: I share about Jennifer Tucker's book, *Breath as Prayer. She has a new book called *Present in Prayer where she shares all about growing roots! *Thrive by Mark Hall (the cover of this book captivated me and began my journey to discover depth!) *Detours by Tony Evans (an amazing book about the life of Joseph and how he grew deep roots in his faith through detours) Depth Podcast Episode 114: I talk with Banning Liebscher about his book, *Rooted: The Hidden Places Where God Wants to Develop You. He says that God wants to grow you on the inside before he ever grows you on the outside. This hidden growth is so important. Depth Podcast Episode 115: I share practically how to grow deeper roots! Depth Podcast Episode 210 with Angie Baughman on the 5 Step Bible Study Method. More Episodes on my book, *Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak to Strength Episode 146 (Behind the Scenes of the book & 3 year anniversary of the podcast- 2022) Episode 147 (Reading Chapter 1 of the Depth Book) Episode 148 (Going in Depth About Depth) Episode 192 (Happy 1st birthday of the book, Depth) For those walking through grief- I highly recommend Episodes 188-196 where I do one episode for each letter in my STRENGTH Acrostic in my book! See details below: Seek God and Invite Him into the Pain -- Depth Podcast Episode 188 Tearfully Allow Yourself Time to Grieve and Process the Emotions -- Depth Podcast Episode 189 Replace your Finite View with God's Infinite Perspective -- Depth Podcast Episode 190 Embrace God's Character Development in the Midst of the Chaos -- Depth Podcast Episode 191 Never Lose Sight of God's Grace -- Depth Podcast Episode 193 Give Praise to God Even as Your Heart Breaks -- Depth Podcast Episode 194 Trust God is Good When Your Mind is Doubting and You Don't Understand -- Depth Podcast Episode 195 Honestly Share Your Story and Help Another Hurting Heart -- Depth Podcast Episode 196 Other episodes on trees and growing deep roots that I did not share about in the episode: Depth Podcast Episode 80 with Jennifer Dukes Lee on her book, *Growing Slow. We talk about growing through the seasons. Depth Podcast Episode 112: I talk with Dr. Matthew Sleeth about his book, *Reforesting Faith. The sub-title is “What Trees Teach Us About the Nature of God and His Love for Us.” Depth Podcast Episode 212: I share about Lara Casey's book, *Cultivate: A Grace-Filled Guide to Growing an Intentional Life *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!

There's a difference between a relationship and a purpose partnership. In this episode, I'm sharing why I want my purpose partner to seek God before they ever seek me. If you're not going to the One who wrote my story, how do you know you're meant to be in it? Let's talk spiritual alignment, prayerful pursuit, and why a God-centered connection hits different and lasts longer.

Are You a Part of What God Is Doing in Our Country Today? Do You Seek God's Presence in Your Life? MESSAGE SUMMARY: Can you tell what God is up to in the World, in our time, in our church, and in America? Are you a part of what God is doing in the world today, or are you just reacting to what God is doing, thereby, creating conflict and division? Psalms 105 reminds you of God's power in the world if you do seek His presence in your life: “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! Remember the wondrous works that he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he uttered.". On the other hand, Paul, in 1 Thessalonians 1:9, warns you of the implications for not including the presence of Jesus in your worldly considerations: “They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might.”. While the Lord is leading, and directing, it seems that we are wrapped up in our agenda and our way of doing things; therefore, we miss God's presence; and we miss the Holy Spirit in our lives.    TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, everything in me resists following you into the garden of Gethsemane to fall on my face to the ground before you. Grant me the courage to follow you all the way to the cross, whatever that might mean for my life. And then, by your grace, lead me to resurrection life and power. In Jesus' name, amen.   Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 100). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Loneliness. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Presence. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 5:6; Matthew 5:10; Psalms 112:1-6; Psalms 119b:13-24. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Being in Christ, Part 3”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

SCRIPTURE: Daniel 2 SHOW NOTES: We invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, to find more resources to support your spiritual journey.Daniel was a man of fervent prayer. He was taken captive to Babylon and served there for over 60 years. In this first historical episode, he learns that the king had a dream and wants to know both the dream and its interpretation. The wise men of the court cannot reveal this information to the king. The Chaldeans answered the king and said, “There is not a man on earth who can meet the king's demand, for no great and powerful king has asked such a thing of any magician or enchanter or Chaldean. The thing that the king asks is difficult, and no one can show it to the king except the gods, whose dwelling is not with flesh.” Daniel 2:10-11Daniel learns of the king's harsh order—kill all the wise men—and requests time to find a solution to the king's dilemma. He returns to his house, calls his friends—Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah—and asks them to join him in prayer. "He urged them to plead for mercy from the God of heaven concerning this mystery, so that he and his friends might not be executed with the rest of the wise men of Babylon." Daniel 2:18 They asked for God's compassion to manifest through a revelation of the king's dream and its interpretation to Daniel. God revealed the secret mystery to Daniel. He believed this vision was an answer to their fervent prayers. “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, to whom belong wisdom and might. He changes times and seasons; he removes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding; he reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him. To you, O God of my fathers, I give thanks and praise, for you have given me wisdom and might, and have now made known to me what we asked of you, for you have made known to us the king's matter.” Daniel 2:20-23SONG: Perfect Wisdom of Our God - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSnzYnOe6kI

Pastor continues his dynamic series through the book of Acts.

Are You a Part of What God Is Doing in Our Country Today? Do You Seek God's Presence in Your Life? MESSAGE SUMMARY: Can you tell what God is up to in the World, in our time, in our church, and in America? Are you a part of what God is doing in the world today, or are you just reacting to what God is doing, thereby, creating conflict and division? Psalms 105 reminds you of God's power in the world if you do seek His presence in your life: “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! Remember the wondrous works that he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he uttered.". On the other hand, Paul, in 1 Thessalonians 1:9, warns you of the implications for not including the presence of Jesus in your worldly considerations: “They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might.”. While the Lord is leading, and directing, it seems that we are wrapped up in our agenda and our way of doing things; therefore, we miss God's presence; and we miss the Holy Spirit in our lives.    TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, everything in me resists following you into the garden of Gethsemane to fall on my face to the ground before you. Grant me the courage to follow you all the way to the cross, whatever that might mean for my life. And then, by your grace, lead me to resurrection life and power. In Jesus' name, amen.   Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 100). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Fear. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Faithfulness. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 5:6; Matthew 5:10; Psalms 112:1-6; Psalms 119b:13-24. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Being in Christ, Part 2”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Many people ask, “How can I get clean?”—but the deeper question is: How do I stay clean?In this final episode of the 3-part series from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster unpacks Psalm 119:9–16, providing a step-by-step answer to the question that every young believer must face:“How can a young man cleanse his way?”Pastor Webster dives deep into Scripture to show how cleansing and lasting purity come not just from knowing the Word—but living it.

Mark 1:35 Matthew 14:22-23 Matthew 26:39 Luke 11:1   John 17:6-26   Prayer was supremely important to Jesus. Multiple times in the gospels he's recorded to have gone off alone to pray. So how do we spring forward in prayer?: Pray Prayer is the opportunity: to worship God to connect with God to affect his will on creation. Pray more. Pray regularly. Pray continuously. Stop treating it so lightly Seek God's desire: for you. for them. for the world. Add WEIGHT to your prayer.   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

May the God of Wonders Bless You!

By Daniel Apartian - When we look at the vastness of God's creation, we see his glory everywhere. Likewise in our Christian walk during the days of Unleavened Bread, whose glory do we seek? Do we live our lives in honor of him?

Among its leadership lessons, the Old Testament book of Exodus reminds leaders today of the value of seeking God's strength in our weakness.  When God called him to leadership, Moses immediately began listing his shortcomings, from lack of credibility to poor speech. Yet God assures Moses that God will be with him.   “The Lord said to him, ... The post Leadership Lessons from Exodus: Seek God's Strength appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Today's episode of the Sunshine will discuss why it is so important that we work the work of he who sent us while it is day, when night comes no one can work! Choose Jesus today!

Leaders can find themselves losing patience when team members invariably act like the humans they are. The Old Testament book of Exodus reminds leaders that God hears our frustrations and gives us the strength to be patient.  The Israelite's grumbling for water pushed Moses to the brink, and he expressed his frustration to God.  “Then ... The post Leadership Lessons from Exodus: Seek God's Patience appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Life will surprise you. It likes to throw curveballs at you at unexpected times. Will you swing or duck? Lent is nearing Holy Week, and we're reflecting on how a righteous man like Joseph faced chaos with virtue.  Picture this: Joseph's world flips upside down, yet once God's will clicks, he doesn't hesitate. He steps up as husband, guardian, and defender. Today's culture tells men to run from unplanned challenges, abandoning women and kids, and staying at work until 10 PM to "provide for your family." Joseph shows us differently. He prays, discerns, and acts. My challenge to you: take that hurdle in your life and hit your knees. Seek God's will through prayer today. Don't let the world's Herod choke out your call to greatness.  We kick off with St. Michael's prayer and close with St. Joseph, terror of demons—your spiritual wingmen. This episode's for men ready to ditch passivity, root themselves in Scripture, and prepare for life's game days. One week from Holy Week, it's time to fight. Hit play, brothers—let's get to work.  References:  Holy Bible (Matthew 1:19)  St. Michael Prayer  St. Joseph Terror of Demons PrayerPowerful Quotes:  “No more passivity, no more excuses, no more lukewarm faith. This is your battle cry, your call to arms.”  “Once his eyes were opened to the will of God, without hesitation, he leaned into it fully and embraced it with great virtue.”  “We were not made for comfort. We were made for greatness.”Key Takeaway:Pray today. Take your latest curveball to God, discern His will, and act—don't let chaos win.  Send us a textSupport the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

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Homily of Fr. Michael P. O'Connor from Mass on April 2, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Referenced Readings: Isaiah 49:8-15 John 5:17-30 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Welcome to our sermon series, "The Miracles of Jesus"! In this powerful episode, "How to Overcome Doubt," we explore how faith can help us navigate uncertainty, inspired by the miraculous works of Christ.Key Topics in This Episode:

Crisis of Faith:  A crisis of faith is a deeply personal and often painful experience where a believer struggles with doubts about God, His goodness, or their beliefs. While it can feel like spiritual darkness, it is not uncommon—many strong Christians have faced seasons of questioning and uncertainty. 1. Understanding a Crisis of Faith A crisis of faith can be triggered by: Personal suffering – Loss, illness, unanswered prayers, or hardships can make God seem distant. Unfulfilled expectations – When life doesn't go as planned, we may question God's promises. Intellectual doubts – Questions about theology, science, or the problem of evil can shake one's faith. Hypocrisy or church hurt – Seeing failures in Christian leaders or experiencing hurt from believers can create disillusionment. Even biblical figures like Job, David, Elijah, and Thomas wrestled with doubts, yet God remained faithful to them. 2. How to Navigate a Crisis of Faith Bring Your Doubts to God – God isn't afraid of our questions. The Psalms are full of raw prayers where David expresses his struggles (Psalm 13:1-2). Stay in the Word – Even when faith feels weak, continuing to read Scripture allows truth to anchor your heart. Romans 10:17 reminds us that "faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God." Surround Yourself with Godly Community – Isolation deepens doubt, but wise counsel and fellowship can bring clarity (Proverbs 11:14). Seek God, Not Just Answers – Sometimes, we want explanations when God invites us into deeper trust (Proverbs 3:5-6). Faith grows not by having all the answers but by leaning into God despite uncertainty. Remember Past Faithfulness – Reflecting on what God has done in the past can remind us of His faithfulness even in the present storm. 3. The Outcome: Strengthened, Not Destroyed A crisis of faith does not mean the end of faith—it can be a refining process. James 1:2-4 tells us that trials develop perseverance and maturity. Even Jesus, on the cross, cried out, "My God, my God, why have You forsaken Me?" (Matthew 27:46). Yet, in the resurrection, we see that doubt and despair are never the final word.  

Is deconstructing your faith a path to deeper belief or total doubt? In this episode, Mike Stone breaks down the growing conversation around faith deconstruction—why people question Christianity, what leads some to walk away, and how others come out with an even stronger faith.

Today's episode of the sunshine will discuss how we seek God and surrender to our flesh and choose God on today!

1. Pray & Seek God's Guidance   Ask God to reveal the right path for you and to give you peace and clarity about where to focus. Look for confirmation in scripture, opportunities that naturally open, and the desires God has placed on your heart.   2. Identify What Energizes You   Think about: What do you love talking about endlessly? What have women naturally come to you for help with? When you look at your past work, what felt most fulfilling and aligned? What could you teach for free and still feel excited about?   3. Define Your Core Message   If you had a microphone and could share one core message with thousands of women, what would it be? Write down: The transformation: What change do you want to help women achieve? The audience: Who exactly are you speaking to? (Be specific!) The method: How do you want to help them? (Coaching, content, courses, retreats?)   4. Test & Experiment   If you're unsure, don't overthink—start taking small steps: Host a free workshop or masterclass on a topic that excites you. Create a short coaching package to test an idea with a few clients. Poll your podcast audience or social media community about what they struggle with most.   5. Look for the Fruit   Pay attention to what brings results for your audience and feels fulfilling to you. Often, clarity comes after you start taking action, not before.   6. Make a Decision & Commit   At some point, you'll need to decide. Even if you tweak it later, commit to a path and build momentum. Trust that God will refine your purpose as you move forward.     Ps: If you are ready to finally see how you can bring in thousands of dollars per week while just doing a few simple actions (and never feel like you *HAVE* to work an 8 hour day again)? To have clear direction in your day to day activities so you can easily implement strategies for more simplicity in your life and biz? Then 5 weeks to 5 figures course is for you! Check the link below

Welcome to Day 2589 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Day 2589 – Wisdom Nuggets – Old Testament Orientation – Books of Wisdom: Knowing God and Being Loyal to Him – Ecclesiastes 34:13-14 Putnam Church Message – 03/16/2025 Sermon Series: Old Testament Orientation Message 10: Books of Wisdom: Knowing God and Being Loyal to Him   Last week, we continued our Old Testament Orientation series and reviewed Prophecy, Idolatry, the Day of the Lord, Loyalty, and Messiah. We explored from an ancient Israelite worldview. This week, we will explore the Books of Wisdom: Knowing God and Being Loyal to Him. These books are my favorite genre in the Old Testament. So let us think like an Ancient Israelite and their worldview of the Wisdom books. Opening Prayer Heavenly Father, Creator of heaven and earth, we humbly come before You today to seek Your wisdom and guidance. Just as You once walked with Adam and Eve in Eden, may You walk with us today through the gardens of Your Word. Grant us open hearts and receptive spirits to hear Your voice through the wisdom of the Scriptures. May the ancient words of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon awaken within us a renewed passion for knowing You intimately. Let our hearts not merely gather knowledge, but let our lives demonstrate steadfast faithfulness and loyalty to You. May our understanding deepen, and our love for You grow stronger with each word we hear. In Jesus' precious name, Amen. Introduction Let's climb back into the imagination station. Today, we are an ancient Israelite living in the flourishing kingdom of Israel under King Solomon. The land is peaceful, your fields are productive, and the nation is prospering like never before. Yet, despite material wealth, you sense a more profound emptiness within your community. The priests offer sacrifices daily, and the temple is bustling>with activity, yet people's hearts seem distant from Yahweh. Then, one day, you hear a wise teacher speaking openly at the city gate, challenging people to think differently, to move beyond mere ritual to a deeper understanding and loyalty to God. He shares wisdom not just about how to be successful in life, but about what truly matters>knowing God and living faithfully for Him./ Even today, people seek wisdom and true knowledge that wealth alone cannot provide. The sages and teachers call out to people in the streets and city gates: “Seek wisdom! Seek God above all else!” Today, we journey through the wisdom literature of the Old Testament—Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon—to explore the ancient path of knowing God intimately and remaining loyal to Him. Let's briefly examine the concepts found in each of these books. (Bulletin Insert)     Main Points The Wisdom of Job: Trusting God in Times of Suffering Expanded Narrative: In ancient Israel, the story of Job was both inspiring and troubling. The book of Job shows a very clear picture of God and His interaction with His Divine Council. Let me read Job 1: 6-9 6 One day the members of the heavenly...

Read Online“What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?” Mark 8:36This short and direct question is worth much meditation. In Mark's Gospel, this line comes within the context of Jesus teaching about the requirements of being His disciple. And it comes after Jesus began to explicitly teach that He Himself would suffer and die as the Christ.Think about this question above, starting with the first part of the question. “What profit is there for one to gain the whole world…” Do you want to gain the whole world? For most people, such a possibility is quite enticing. To “gain the whole world” is to gain everything this world has to offer. Imagine being offered unlimited wealth in this world. What if you were to win the largest jackpot any lottery ever offered and more? What if you were able to have beautiful mansions around the world, your own private jet, every modern convenience, the most expensive of cars, and the ability to do whatever you wanted for the rest of your life? Is this enticing? Certainly it is on a superficial level. But it is also a very deceptive enticement, because all of this could not make you any happier or more fulfilled than you already are.The second part of this question is also easy to address. Would you want to forfeit your life? Certainly not. So Jesus offers two contrasting statements in one sentence. Most people would want to gain the whole world but would never want to forfeit their lives. Jesus sets up this contrast as a way of telling us very clearly that we cannot desire one without also choosing the other. In other words, if your heart's desire is for the riches of this world, then you do indeed forfeit your very life to the extent that you give into that desire. On the contrary, if you choose the salvation of your soul, then you must forfeit the desire for the riches and enticements of this world. You cannot desire and choose both.With that said, there might be a very rare soul who has many things in this world but has no attachment to them at all. They live completely detached from the things of this world, finding true satisfaction only in God and His holy will, becoming indifferent to any material things they have. Of course, this is a very difficult interior disposition for one to arrive at when they have accumulated much wealth.Alternately, there are those in this world who have very little. They are truly poor in the literal sense. However, they spend their days dreaming about riches and covet all that they do not have. Sadly, this poor soul is, in fact, just as materially attached as the one who has made riches the goal and focus of life. And that interior attachment will do great spiritual damage. Reflect, today, upon this question of Jesus: “What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?” Use that question as a source of prayer, meditation and self-examination. Try to be honest about your desires. If you find that you spend much time daydreaming about riches, then pay particular attention to this question. Life in its fullness can never be obtained through those desires or the fulfillment of those desires. God and God alone fulfills. Seek God above all else and you will find that nothing this world has to offer comes close to the riches of the Kingdom of God. Lord, You and You alone are the source of fulfillment in life. Please purify my desires so that I ultimately desire only You and Your holy will. Free me from every deception and false enticement in life so that I will find satisfaction only in You. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Day of Judgement by Lawrence OP, license CC BY-NC-ND 2.0