Podcasts about servants

Are you living as a slave or as a child of God? You are not an employee in God's kingdom. You are not hired help trying to keep your spot. You are His child. This message from Pastor Juan Sanchez is a bold and beautiful reminder that the law was never meant to be a finish line — it was always a signpost pointing us to Jesus. Straight from Galatians, we are reminded that we don't earn our way in, we are invited in. Not because we got it all right, but because Jesus already did. If you've been carrying pressure, performance, or the weight of wondering if you belong, this sermon will breathe life into your soul. Pastor Juan shares personal stories, spiritual truth, and the kind of clarity that sets hearts free. God is not looking for perfect servants. He is calling His sons and daughters home. Welcome to the family.   Did you make a decision to follow Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

The church grew in such an exponential way that there arose practical concerns and needs amongst the people in Jerusalem. The Apostles saw fit to establish what we now call Deacons to serve the most vulnerable among the Christian church. These servants become a means of the LORD's provision for His people. I. The Problem II. The Solution III. The Effect

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation. Today's Bible reading is Jeremiah 15:10–21. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. ESV Bible narration read by Paul R. House. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode, Dave Jenkins addresses a difficult but vital question: What should a Christian do after committing sexual sin? Drawing from Scripture, he explains the seriousness of sexual sin, the necessity of genuine repentance, and the assurance of God's forgiveness through Christ. Dave also provides practical steps to walk in holiness and find lasting freedom. Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 1 John 1:9 Psalm 103:12 Romans 8:1 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 Matthew 5:29-30 James 5:16 Romans 12:2 Episode Highlights: Understanding the biblical view of sexual sin The call to repentance: turning away from sin and toward God God's promise of forgiveness and freedom from condemnation Walking in holiness empowered by the Holy Spirit Practical steps to overcome temptation and rebuild purity Resources & Support: For further help, encouragement, or prayer, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contact-4/ Explore more teaching from Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins here: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-word/ Connect with Servants of Grace: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/servantsofgrace Instagram: https://instagram.com/servantsofgrace X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/servantsofgrace

Twelve lazy servants brag about how little work they've done — from napping in the sun to not buckling their own shoes just to avoid it! But in the end, their silly stories show that being lazy isn't nearly as clever as they think. Music From the Story Includes: The Best of Times - Spectacles Wallet and Watch Things Went South - Stationary Sign Peppa's Feud - Jon Bjork

Psalm 69

Matthew 7:21–23 is one of the most sobering passages in all of Scripture. The mark of the King's servants is that they live according to the will of the King. There are many who are quick to speak in the name of the King, but will one day find themselves unwelcome in his presence.

Ephesians 6:5-9 SERVANTSAction (v. 5): ____ earthy masters Execution (v. 5-7): Motivation (v. 8): God ___ &_ __ MASTERSAction (v. 9): Do the___Execution (v. 9): Without ___Motivation (v. 8-9): ___&___US

In this sermon from Acts 6:1–7, we explore how the early church navigated a real and potentially divisive issue—neglect in the care of widows—without compromising its mission. Pastor Jamie unpacks how Spirit-led leadership addressed practical needs while keeping the focus on proclaiming Christ.

1. What they are 2. How they are blessed 3. How they are warned

Full Text of ReadingsSaturday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 364The Saint of the day is Saint Albert ChmielowskiSaint Albert Chmielowski's Story Born in Igolomia near Kraków as the eldest of four children in a wealthy family, he was christened Adam. During the 1864 revolt against Czar Alexander III, Adam's wounds forced the amputation of his left leg. His great talent for painting led to studies in Warsaw, Munich, and Paris. Adam returned to Kraków and became a Secular Franciscan. In 1888, when he founded the Brothers of the Third Order of Saint Francis, Servants to the Poor, he took the name Albert. They worked primarily with the homeless, depending completely on alms while serving the needy regardless of age, religion, or politics. A community of Albertine sisters was established later. Pope John Paul II beatified Albert in 1983, and canonized him six years later. His liturgical feast is celebrated on June 17. Reflection Reflecting on his own priestly vocation, Pope John Paul II wrote in 1996 that Brother Albert had played a role in its formation “because I found in him a real spiritual support and example in leaving behind the world of art, literature, and the theater, and in making the radical choice of a vocation to the priesthood” (Gift and Mystery: On the Fiftieth Anniversary of My Priestly Ordination). As a young priest, Karol Wojtyla repaid his debt of gratitude by writing The Brother of Our God, a play about Brother Albert's life. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Join Darren C Davis as he shares about the upside-down Kingdom of leading by serving others.

Are you living like a servant? If we are honest, it's easy for us to live in the kingdom of pursuing our own agenda, feelings, what we want and what we think is right. But servants work to push the kings agenda- they are passionate, committed and chase towards someone else's goal coming to fruition. Join us as we discuss this hard mind-shift and how we are called to live as Jesus did. Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode! If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!

In this Book Talk, Mikkel Søtbæk discusses his forth-coming book on the Septuagint called The Seventy-two Servants of the Word of God.  You can view more of his work: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@truthuntogodliness On Twitter: https://x.com/potamopotos Previous episode on Septuagint: https://www.gottesdienst.org/podcast/2024/10/23/tgc-418-septuagintal-superiority?rq=septuagint   ----more---- Host: Fr. Jason Braaten Special Guest: Mr. Mikkel Søtbæk ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support. 

Comentamos el disco 'In Utero' de Nirvana, con Mario Silvestre (músico, periodista musical y profesor de inglés) como invitado. En esta segunda parte hablamos de: La música y la letra de las dos primeras canciones del disco: «Serve the Servants» y «Scentless Apprentice». Las mezclas originales de Steve Albini e historias contradictorias acerca de si el entorno de Nirvana les presionó para modificarlas. La habilidad de Kurt Cobain para componer melodías superpegadizas de forma intuitiva. La importancia de su voz en el sonido de Nirvana. El concepto, la portada y el arte gráfico de ‘In Utero'. El estilo de Kurt Cobain como letrista. Si quieres participar en la elección de los discos que tratamos en el podcast, ¡visita discoprestado.com y date de alta en mi lista de correo! La música original de 'Disco prestado' forma parte de mi EP 'The Entertainer', disponible en todas las plataformas y marcaliana.com/musica Contacto: discoprestado@proton.me ¡Salud y buena música! Marc Aliana marcaliana.com

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Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7, 14-17

Series: Strangers and Aliens (1 Peter)Service: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Terry Francis

The only path to true freedom is finding the right authority to serve. We examine the stark reality that we will all be servants of something—either sin leading to death or righteousness leading to life. • Paul confronts the misconception that grace gives us license to sin• Christians have both a positional righteousness and a progressive righteousness• True freedom isn't found in having no master but in having the right master• Our past sins don't define us—our new identity in Christ does• The free gift of salvation truly has no strings attached• Christian obedience should flow from delight rather than duty• We follow God's commands not because we "have to" but because we "get to"• Serving Christ transforms our perspective on obedienceIf you want to explore a relationship with Christ or join our church family, please come to the front after the service and speak with Pastor Taylor.

Donald Love teaches from 1 Corinthians 4:1-13.

In Acts 6, the Church is growing and there are more needs to meet, more people to serve, and more resources to administer than the Apostles can handle. Their solution? They need more people like Stephen, full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, to humbly serve tables.

Initial Thoughts and Observations Gratitude for the opportunity to preach. Acknowledges the challenges of preaching, but emphasizes that "the good times carries us through the hard times and the bad times." Humorous observation about Duke being "short in training" to become a song leader. Compares Duke to his father. Jokes about Duke finding a lady in a few years. Encourages joy and laughter in faith, contrasting it with the somber demeanor sometimes seen in Christians. "So many times, the Christians look like they're going to a funeral all the time. They ain't got a smile on their face. They ain't happy in their heart." Scripture Reading: Matthew 13:24-30 (Parable of the Tares) The parable describes a field where an enemy sows tares (weeds) among the wheat. Servants ask if they should remove the tares, but the master says no, to avoid uprooting the wheat as well. The tares and wheat are allowed to grow together until the harvest, when the tares are gathered and burned, and the wheat is gathered into the barn. Prayer Asks for guidance and direction in preaching. Prays for those with sin in their hearts or who have backslidden to return to God. Additional Thoughts and Encouragement Excitement about sharing thoughts received from God. Emphasis on focusing on God and tuning into Him. "Hey, I'm pretty excited. There's a Lord of you out there listening to me out of tune. I'm what you need, brother. We need to focus on me." Stresses the importance of loving one's neighbor and brother. Acknowledges personal experience with backsliding and growing cold with God. Explanation of Tares (Darnel Grass) Darnel grass imitates wheat but produces no seed and has no value. The message is that God wants you. God's Purpose in Difficult Situations Even in jobs we dislike, God has us there as a witness. The remedy is not to pull them up. Understanding the Difference Between Wheat and Tares Farmers who sow seeds regularly can distinguish between wheat and tares. The Bible will preach to the world. During harvest, tares will be gathered. God's Knowledge and Judgment God sees your heart, knows your sin, guilt, and shame. "You got everybody fooled but you ain't never gonna fool God who sees your heart he knows your sin he knows your guilt and he knows your shame." Explanation of Matthew 13:36-43 Jesus explains the parable of the tares to His disciples. The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world. Pranks and Iniquity Recalls playing pranks in the past, such as egging car windows and toilet papering houses. Stopped when they realized it could lead to jail time. In Jesus' time, enemies would sow tares in a person's field as a prank. Those who do iniquity will be cast into a furnace of fire. The righteous will shine forth as the sun. Living a Life That Reflects God How you live your life shows every day. If you cuss around the boys, God knows your heart. God knows everything good and bad and is searching your heart. "He's got you under magnifying glass and He's searching your heart." The Parable of the Tares in the Wind God has us in this world for His glory. It's all about Him and the tares. Transformation Through God Wheat and tares will remain what they are when they grow up. God can change a tare into wheat at any point, even near death. "God, but God, but God, He can change a tare anywhere from His birth until it's almost dead, into a wheat. Only God, only God can do that."

Corinthians

Send us a textEpisode 227: The Westminster Way-Stage 0 Commuting to Start(This episode is better watched on YouTube. Please view it on our channel.)On this Jubilee year we went to London, England to walk the Westminster Way. Why England as it is not what you would consider a Catholic pilgrimage site and yet I've found such a story here of courage and faith, of the photo-martyrs of the reformation, of saints. Therefore in these next episodes we walk with the Saints, Missionaries, Servants, Scholar, Prophet of England and of the Church.For more information of the Westminster Way go to Diocese of Westminster: https://rcdow.org.uk/j...Thank you for watching.Book your stay at the cabin, Running Springs, CAInstagram: @thecabin2021Support the showYour blessing of support is needed and appreciated: https://www.buzzsprout.com/948010/support

In this episode of Anchored in the Word with Dave, Dave Jenkins answers the question, "What is fornication?" Drawing from key Scriptures, Dave explains how the Bible defines fornication, why it is categorized as sexual immorality, and what it means for Christians to pursue holiness in this area. With clarity and pastoral care, this episode helps listeners understand the seriousness of sexual sin—and the hope and transformation found in the gospel of Jesus Christ. ________________________________________

Corinthians

Corinthians

After washing His disciples' feet, Jesus sat down and explained why: “I gave you an example…” Greatness in God's kingdom isn't found in position, but in posture. When we serve humbly, we reflect Christ most clearly—and that kind of witness carries power. In a world hungry for status, the church is called to stoop in love.

Welcome to the TFC Biblecast! Start your day off right and join us as we take the next 10 minutes to dive into God's word. If we can pray for you, email us at biblecast@tfc.org.

Our passage this week talks about the posture that we must take as followers of Christ. It is one that invites us to acknowledge the privilege and power we have been given by the world, and to humble ourselves wholly to God for the service of others. In a time where Christians in the West are throwing themselves into positions of more power, creating bigger walls, and shutting more people out, we must ask ourselves how can we stay true to the word of God and meet people where they are? You can find out more about us at our website www.gracechurchnwa.org It is a priority for us at Vine & Branch to make LGBTQIA+, all ethnicities and races, those with disabilities, and other marginalized people groups feel accepted, included, and valuable to the life of our community!

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Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!Today's Message: Servants Like the Savior (Philippians 2:25-30) with Pastor Jordan FanaraIf you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

In the second episode of Season 21 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob discuss the third, fourth, and fifth episodes of Season 1: "Fighter Flight", "Rise of the Old Masters", and "Breaking Ranks". Among their discussion:– Why "Fighter Flight" isn't just about fruit.– Ezra and Zeb becoming friends!– An introduction to Morad Sumar. – Ezra presses a button (no, seriously, this is important).– The history of The Spire. – Luminara Unduli will be such a great master for Ezra... right? – The brilliant Jason Isaacs as the animated version of The Grand Inquisitor stuns. – The seven forms of lightsaber dueling are canon (we're kinda obsessed with them)!– Imperial philosophy in both their military and their prisons.– Zare Leonis, Jai Kell, Nazhros Oleg, and many more REBELS side characters.– A brief aside about Servants of the Empire and REBELS Season 1 tie-ins. The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on June 6, 2025.Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com

We are joined by David Roth of Defector & The Distraction Podcast to talk about the wonderful world of masculinity retreats-- a sometimes hilarious, sometimes horrific, industry that supposedly helps disaffected men who spend tens of thousands of dollars get in touch with their masculine roots (and occasionally results in death). Follow David: https://bsky.app/profile/davidjroth.bsky.social Read Defector, the last good website: www.defector.com

This week, Kristina Wenger and Elissa Bjeletich consider the Parable of the Servants Waiting for their Lord. We'll be thinking about the Second Coming, and about how important it is for Church leaders to do a good job of watching over Jesus' house.

God is not looking for an army of task-doers to fulfill His purposes in the Earth. He is building a family of sons and daughters that bear His likeness. In this powerful message, Ps. Mike unpacks a very powerful prayer that Jesus, the perfect son, prays to His Father.

Paul was a first-century Christian "celebrity." And yet, that's not how he viewed himself at all. Instead, he saw himself and other ministers, missionaries as "bond-servants."  But what does that look like in our culture? And how does it relate to seeking God in our everyday life? Jeff explains in this week's podcast.

Shavuot- Being G-d's Servants The Mechilta famously tells that before G-d gave the Torah to Beneh Yisrael, He offered it to other nations. He first asked the descendants of Esav if they wanted the Torah, and they replied by questioning what the Torah demanded. G-d said that the Torah forbids murder – whereupon the people of Esav said they could not possibly abide by such a command. G-d then offered the Torah to the nation of Moab, and they, too, asked what it entailed. He said that it forbids immorality, illicit intimate relationships – and the people of Moab refused. G-d then offered the Torah to the nation of Yishmael. When they heard that the Torah forbids stealing, they declined. One of the commentators to the Mishna – the Mirkebet Ha'mishneh (Rav David Moshe Abraham Ashkenazi, 1680-1745) – explains the meaning and significance of this story. The Mechilta here is teaching us that accepting the Torah requires accepting the parts of the Torah that we find difficult, that force us to go against our natural instincts and inclinations. Hashem first told the people of Esav about the prohibition of murder – because they were violent by nature, and in order to accept the Torah, they needed to commit to restraining their violent impulse. This is something they were not prepared to do. And the same is true of Moab and immorality, and Yishmael and theft. The first thing G-d told each of them was the command which they would find most difficult – because this is precisely what accepting the Torah requires: that we be prepared to break our nature, to act in opposition to our instinctive tendencies. Rav Yisrael Salanter, in one of his more famous letters ( Or Yisrael , 17), elaborates on this concept, on the need to observe the Torah even when this is difficult, when this requires struggle. He writes that even if a person observes many Misvot, and generally follows a religious lifestyle, he might still not earn the title "Ebed Hashem" – a servant of Hashem. An "Ebed," a servant, is somebody who works ("Obed"). If a person fulfills Misvot only when he finds it convenient, what it does not entail hardship or difficulty, then he is not working, and so he is not actually serving Hashem. We become Hashem's servants only when we commit to observe even those Misvot which we find challenging, to abide by Hashem's rules even when this demands a great deal of struggle. There is a famous Yiddish expression among Ashkenazi Jews, "Shver tsu zayn a Yid" – "It is difficult to be a Jew." This expression is commonly viewed with disdain, as something one should never say, as it reflects a cynical, negative attitude toward Judaism. We are to be proud of Jewish life and always emphasize – to ourselves, to our children, and to others – the unparalleled joy and beauty of Torah life. I would suggest, however, a different perspective on this expression, that it makes an important and powerful comment about what Judaism is all about. Being a Jew means remaining committed even when this is difficult. Of course, Jewish life is, generally, beautiful. But often, it requires struggling to overcome difficult challenges. And accepting the Torah means committing ourselves to follow the Torah even when this requires struggle. Thus, indeed, "it is difficult to be a Jew" – being a Jew means accepting that it will sometimes be difficult. When Hashem came to Beneh Yisrael to offer them the Torah, they immediately responded with the resounding declaration, "Na'aseh Ve'nishma" – "We will perform and we will hear" (Shemot 24:7). Curiously, however, the Gemara (Shabbat 88a) tells that Hashem suspended the mountain over Beneh Yisrael and threatened to drop it on them if they did not accept the Torah. Many commentators raised the question of why Hashem needed to threaten Beneh Yisrael after they had enthusiastically expressed their commitment by declaring "Na'aseh Ve'nishma." One answer is that Hashem sought to impress upon them the obligation to observe the Torah under all circumstances, even when it is difficult and inconvenient. It was easy to announce "Na'aseh Ve'nishma" – but there would be many times in the future when they would be far less enthusiastic, when Torah observance would be a challenge, when they would need to struggle. G-d therefore held the mountain over them – to make it clear that they were becoming His servants, and this means serving Him even when this requires hard work. We must serve Hashem not only when we are "in the mood," when we feel like it, but even when we don't. Every person has his own set of struggles in Torah observance. What comes easy for one person is a struggle for somebody else. We need to each find our own weaknesses, our own areas of struggle, the parts of Torah observance which pose a special challenge for us. We must then make the commitment to accept this struggle, to work hard, to put in the effort, to do the best we can, to serve Hashem to the very best of our ability even when we find it difficult.

In this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes two incredible veterans and humanitarians, MSG (R) Cassandra Knabenshue and SGM (R) Jeremy Knabenshue. With decades of combined service in elite military units, their story is one of resilience, commitment, and continued purpose beyond the uniform.Cassie Knabenshue, originally a Marine, later transitioned to the Army and was selected to serve on Cultural Support Teams (CST) alongside Army Rangers—helping shape modern special operations from the front lines. Today, she continues her mission as a MARSOC instructor and a volunteer kitten foster with Facilitate Rescue Inc.Jeremy Knabenshue, a veteran of an Army Special Missions Unit, now dedicates his life to helping others heal—founding a nonprofit to support veterans and first responders with PTSD. He also serves as a Membership Chairman for the Special Operations Association and as a role model for AllTru.Together, they offer a rare and authentic perspective on high-stakes service, personal transformation, and giving back.