Podcasts about servants

Unseen Servants Unseen Servants and the risk of bitterness  As writers, we can often feel unseen. If we're not careful, we can become discontent and desire the praise and recognition from men & women. Are we able to be faithful and seek our approval and recognition from God alone? Let's take a look at some examples in scripture.  Gehazi, servant to Elisha (2 Kings 5:20-27) Martha (Luke 10:38-42) Older son (Luke 15:25-32) Women supporting Jesus (Luke 8:1-3) Our friend Craig Sampson, when I worked in YFC. This man was one of the best volunteers you could ever ask for. Always faithful with no desire for personal gain and recognition.  Matthew 6:4-6 - "Your Father who sees in secret…" Revelation 2:2-4 - "I know the things you do…" May we learn to be content as unseen servants for the Lord, regardless of any praise or recognition we receive from people.    Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book, we have a few ways we can help you.  1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week.   2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year, you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally, feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally, ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.

Indentures are agreements between two parties about long-term work. The length of servitude might be a specified number of years or until the servant reached a certain age. Some people indentured themselves in order to gain passage to North America or to escape debt and poverty. E186. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/cLgzFHz4SIY which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Khan Academy available at https://amzn.to/3HSo0jt Indentured Servants books available at https://amzn.to/3KLGJR8 Jamestown products available at https://amzn.to/3RW5kEm ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Mark's HISTORICAL JESUS podcast at https://parthenonpodcast.com/historical-jesus Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Khan Academy: Jamestown series with Kim. Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worship Director Justin Jackson continues our series focusing on the women found in Jesus's genealogy.Today, we step into Rahab's story… a story that's both surprising and uncomfortably honest because Rahab isn't who you'd expect to find in the family line of Jesus. Her past is messy. Her life is shaped by a broken culture. And yet, God sees her. He pursues her. He welcomes her in.And I think that's why this story hits so close to home.All of us walk in with something we wish we could rewrite: a mistake, a moment, a season. And Rahab reminds us that God isn't waiting for a cleaner version of us. He meets us right where we are and invites us into something better.So as we hear the message, hold this thought: Your past doesn't get the final say. God does.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on November 30, 2025, at 9:30am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome01:12 Message: Rahab's Redemption04:50 The Story of Tamar06:43 Introducing Rahab07:30 Rahab's Faith and Actions24:51 Rahab's Obedience and Salvation31:34 Conclusion and Invitation

Training Day - Five Essential Habits for God's Servants (1 Timothy 4:6-16)The Healthy Household: Paul's First Letter to Timothy November 30th, 2025John Bruce, Pastor

1 Corinthians • Week 12 • 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, 2 Corinthians 1:23-24, John 5:44

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For this week’s installment of our Advent Meditation series, our brother Paul Codouni provides commentary on the first 7 passages of our Advent Meditations. Take a listen or click here to download. https://servantsoftheword.org/wp-content/assets/advent-meditations-2025-november-30.mp3 The meditations for the first week center on the restoration and blessing of God's people.

Psalm 119:169–176, The Shepherd Who Seeks His Wandering Sheep Show Summary In this episode of Walking Through the Psalms on the Servants of Grace podcast, Dave Jenkins walks through the final stanza of Psalm 119 (verses 169–176). After 21 stanzas of longing, delighting, clinging, wrestling, hoping, praising, and persevering in the Word of God, the psalmist closes with a prayer that combines desperation, dependance, and devotion. We see a man who has been shaped by Scripture crying out for understanding, deliverance, worship, and sustaining grace. He acknowledges his proneness to wander, yet clings to the Shepherd who never loses His sheep. This passage reminds believers that true maturity is not independence from God but deeper dependance on His grace. Audio Player Video Player Episode Notes Passage Text: Psalm 119:169–176 Outline A Cry for Understanding (vv. 169–170) Humility is the doorway to biblical clarity. The psalmist knows, loves, and obeys the Word, yet still asks for more understanding. We never outgrow our need for a deeper grasp of God's Word and grace. Praise as the Fruit of Learning (vv. 171–172) “My lips will pour forth praise, for you teach me your statutes.” Theology leads to doxology: doctrine fuels devotion and worship. True worship flows from the truth God has revealed in Scripture. Dependance Under Pressure (vv. 173–174) Choosing God's precepts does not remove the need for God's help. Longing for salvation and delighting in God's law can coexist. God's finished work in Christ is the ground of our hope and obedience. A Confession of Need and the Shepherd's Pursuit (vv. 175–176) “I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant.” This is not proud rebellion but humble acknowledgment of weakness. Sanctification is not self-rescue; it is daily dependance on the Good Shepherd. Theological Themes Prayerful Dependance – The psalmist cries out for understanding, deliverance, and help. Praise Shaped by Revelation – God's teaching produces heartfelt worship. God's Help and Human Obedience – Our choice to follow God's ways increases, not decreases, our reliance on Him. Longing for Salvation – Present delight in God's law and future hope in His salvation meet together. The Shepherd's Pursuit – We are prone to wander, but Christ, the Good Shepherd, seeks and restores His own. Application Self: Confess your weakness and ask God daily for understanding from His Word. Others: Encourage weary or wandering believers with the promise that the Shepherd seeks His sheep. Practice: Begin each day with a simple prayer: “Lord, give me understanding according to Your Word, and keep me close to You.” Memorize: Psalm 119:176 – “I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant, for I do not forget your commandments.” Further Study Psalm 23 – The Shepherd who leads and restores. John 10:1–18 – Jesus the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. Hebrews 13:20–21 – The God of peace who equips His people. Isaiah 53:6 – “All we like sheep have gone astray.” Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review on the Servants of Grace podcast to help others find Christ-centered, Scripture-saturated teaching.

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God's Purpose in Our Pain Show Summary Suffering is one of the hardest realities of life in a fallen world. Yet for the Christian, our pain is never pointless. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins walks through key Scriptures to show how God uses suffering to humble us, refine our faith, bear witness to the world, and point us to eternal glory in Christ. Audio Player Video Player Episode Notes 1. Suffering Reminds Us of Our Need for God Trials strip away self-reliance and drive us to depend on the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 — God's power is made perfect in weakness. Suffering humbles us and reminds us that God is in control, not us. 2. Suffering Refines Our Faith James 1:2–4 — “Count it all joy… for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.” Trials act like a refiner's fire, purifying our character and growing endurance. Romans 5:3–5 — Suffering produces endurance, character, and hope. 3. Suffering Witnesses to the World When believers endure suffering with hope, the watching world takes notice. 1 Peter 3:15 — Always be prepared to give a reason for the hope that is in you. The early church grew through persecution, showing that Christ is worth more than comfort. 4. Suffering Points Us to Eternal Glory 2 Corinthians 4:16–18 — “This light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.” Earthly suffering is temporary, but eternal life with Christ is forever. Suffering loosens our grip on this world and lifts our eyes to heaven. Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and subscribe for more biblical teaching. You can also find additional resources our Anchored in the Word page at Servants of Grace or at our YouTube.

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Adult Pastor Ron King starts a new series focusing on the women found in Jesus's genealogy.And today, we begin with Tamar.Her story comes at you fast. It's surprising, uncomfortable, and honest. It's the kind of chapter you don't expect to find in the ancestry of Jesus. A family in freefall. A woman trapped, mistreated, forgotten. A man running from God. And in the middle of it all… a grace that refuses to look away.Tamar's life forces us to wrestle with something both humbling and hopeful: God does some of His most extraordinary work in the very places we'd rather skip over. In the failures. In the fractures. And in the moments that should have ended the story — but didn't.So as you listen, let your heart stay open to this truth: If God can redeem that family, He can redeem yours. If He can bring hope out of Tamar's darkness, He can bring hope out of yours.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on November 23, 2025, at 9:30am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome01:15 Message: Unexpected Grace02:54 Judah and Tamar's Background14:21 Tamar's Desperate Plan19:20 Lessons from Tamar's Story29:19 Call to Faith and Repentance31:24 Closing and Farewell

Preacher: Pastor Keith Withrow | Series: Redeeming Relationships

In this final message of our Costly Discipleship series, Pastor Sean Gasperetti reminds us that in the kingdom of God, “the great ones are servants.” Looking at Matthew 20, he teaches that true greatness begins with Jesus' own suffering, continues with our death to self, and is modeled perfectly in the way Jesus gave His life as a ransom for many. This sermon calls us to follow Christ by embracing humility, laying down our agenda, and serving others the way He first served us.

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We're wrapping up our series on the values and practices of Servants, and we're concluding with the spiritual practice of resting. Nikki Smith explains what biblical rest is and points out a big reason why we don't choose the rest God has for us - and then encourages us all to rest in God's provision for us.If you like what you hear, we hope you'll join us in person if you're in the area. Learn more about us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/servantsanglican⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.servantsanglican.org/⁠

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Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

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Walking Through the Psalms Peace Amid Pressure, Praise Amid Pain, Psalm 119:161–168 By Dave Jenkins • November 21, 2025 • Servants of Grace Podcast Psalm 119:161–168, delight in God's Word produces peace, praise, and perseverance. Show Summary In this episode of Walking Through the Psalms, Dave Jenkins opens Psalm 119:161–168 to remind us that delight in God's Word produces peace amid pressure, praise amid pain, and perseverance amid opposition. Reverence for God's Word conquers fear of man, love for truth fosters discernment, and hope in the Lord fuels obedience. Awe before the Word frees us from fear of man, Psalm 119:161. Love for truth produces hatred for deception, Psalm 119:162–163. Peace grows where praise and obedience meet, Psalm 119:164–165. Hope and holiness walk together, Psalm 119:166–168. Reflection Verse: “Great peace have those who love your law, nothing can make them stumble.” Psalm 119:165. Listen and Watch

All of us, at one time or another have missed an opportunity that could have altered our lives, maybe for the better. There are also many famous moments in history that were squandered. Here are just a few: • A Kodak engineer invented the first digital camera, but the company suppressed the technology, fearing it would hurt its “film business”. • The telegraph company Western Union famously rejected Alexander Graham Bell's offer to buy the telephone patent for $100,000, calling the device "idiotic". • A committee of the British Government rejected Thomas Edison's light bulb, stating that it might be “okay for our transatlantic friends…but unworthy of the attention of practical or scientific men.” • Decca Records famously turned down the Beatles after an audition, because one of their executives stated "guitar groups are on the way out". In JESUS' great “End Times” teaching found in Matthew 24 and 25, He employs a Parable to warn His disciples of the eternal tragedy of squandering our lives. This Parable is most often called the “Parable of the Servants & Talents”, and we'll explore its poignant message this Sunday. In this message, Pastor Joe Still leads us to discover together how to “Maximize our Lives” the JESUS Way!

11/18/25. Five Minutes in the Word scriptures for today: 2 Corinthians 8:18. Trusted, Tested Servants. Resources: biblehub.com; logos.com; ChatGPT; and Life Application Study Bible. Listen daily at 10:00 am CST on https://kingdompraiseradio.com. November 2021 Podchaser list of "60 Best Podcasts to Discover!" LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! #MinutesWord; @MinutesWord; #dailybiblestudy #dailydevotional #Christian_podcaster https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK9zaXqv64YaCjh88XIJckA/videos https://m.youtube.com/@hhwscott

God's People: Saints and Servants Saved by the Gospel (Romans 16) Learn from Paul's greetings in Romans 16 on how to serve one another in love for the sake of the gospel. 1. A Servant-Hearted Sister 2. Saints to Greet 3. Deceivers to Avoid 4. A Few More Greetings from a Few More Good Men a brief recap before Paul's benediction…. 5. To God Be All the Glory!

Theological Maturity, Growing in Christ Podcast: Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins Date: November 20, 2025 Episode Summary In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins walks through what theological maturity is, why it matters for every Christian, and how believers grow in it by God's grace. Drawing from Hebrews 5:14, Ephesians 4:13–14, and other key passages, Dave explains how maturity means being rooted in God's truth, steady in faith, discerning in practice, and Christlike in character. Dave also highlights how theological maturity protects us from false teaching, strengthens our witness before a watching world, and deepens our love for God as we grow in our knowledge of Him and obedience to His Word. Listen to the Episode Watch the Episode Episode Outline 1. What Is Theological Maturity? Theological maturity is not about knowing every Greek verb or winning debates. It is about being rooted in truth so that we are steady in faith, discerning in practice, and Christlike in character. Paul's vision in Ephesians 4:13–14, maturity means being anchored in truth and not tossed about by every wind of doctrine. 2. Why Does Theological Maturity Matter? Protects from false teaching. Immaturity leaves us vulnerable to error, while mature believers can discern truth from error in light of Scripture. Strengthens our witness. A mature church reflects Christ well to the world, whereas shallow faith leads to shallow testimony. Deepens our love for God. Knowing God rightly fuels true worship and obedience, knowledge that is warmed by love for Christ. 3. How Do Christians Grow in Maturity? Stay in the Word: Maturity requires consistent exposure to Scripture (2 Timothy 3:16–17). Commit to sound doctrine: Do not settle for feel good teaching, pursue truth that accords with godliness (Titus 2:1). Practice discernment: Train yourself by comparing all things to Scripture (Hebrews 5:14). Pray in dependence on the Spirit: Growth is Spirit empowered, not self powered. Stay planted in a local church: Christ gave pastors and teachers to equip His people (Ephesians 4:11–12). Live out what you know: Obedience is the mark of true maturity (James 1:22). Application Are you growing in Christ, or simply coasting? Do you find yourself easily swayed by new trends and teachings, or are you anchored in the truth of God's Word? The good news is that growth is possible for every believer. By God's Spirit, we can move from milk to solid food, from immaturity to maturity, from instability to stability in Christ. Scripture Referenced Hebrews 5:14 Ephesians 4:13–14 2 Timothy 3:16–17 Titus 2:1 James 1:22 Colossians 1:28 Thank you for listening or watch this episode of Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins. If this episode encouraged you, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a review to help others find the podcast. For more from Anchored in the Word with Dave please visit our page at Servants of Grace or our YouTube. Until next time, stay anchored in the Word of God.

Amidst the inreasing pressures of beauty culture to run from any hint of aging, it makes sense that cosmetic procedures and skincare products are surging in popularity. And, yet I wonder if we might meet aging in a different way. And that's where Joyce Rupp comes in.Joyce Rupp is the author of numerous bestselling books, an international retreat leader, a conference speaker, was a volunteer with hospice for fifteen years, and is a member of the Servites or Servants of Mary community. In today's conversation, Joyce helps us see aging from a more life-giving perspective and expands our view of what beauty is and what role it plays in our transformation. Joyce also shares about her own faith journey and how she persists in knowing God as good and beautiful amidst a very broken world.May this conversation ground you in knowing a deeper beauty that is already present in you and all around you.Buy Melissa L. Johnson's book, Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless, here. Learn more about Impossible Beauty and join the community here.

Send us a textDo you give rules to your kids just for the fun of it?  Or do you have a reason for your rules?  Most often the rules are there to set our children up for success and to live a better life.  How much more than does it make sense for God to give His children rules?In this episode Veronica and Erika discuss kosher food and the purposes for it, the purposes of tithes, who get their debts canceled, and slavery (aka indentured servants).  Our website is The Context and Color of the BibleWe are on Facebook - The Context and Color of the Bible | FacebookWe are on Instagram - @contextandcolorofthebibleWe are on YouTube - The Context and Color of the Bible - YouTubeMusic: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Joel joined me on The Picky Bookworm again this week, to talk about his new book! I'm always thrilled to have Joel on the podcast, because he's so much fun, and his books are the perfect brand of Epic Fantasy we all know and love. His book series, Servants of the Moon and Sun, is available on Amazon and possibly other places, but I'm not sure. Leave a comment if you've read up to this point in the series, and what you think of the books!When you're done leaving a comment and subscribing to this podcast (it's a quick click, promise!), head to servantsofthemoonandsun.com to say hi to Joel, and subscribe to his newsletter. You can also find links to Joel's socials and books, along with a host of other stuff. Have fun!The sponsor for this week is Champagne Charlie and The Amazing Gladys by BG Hilton. It's the first in a series, so be sure to check out book two next. Both are linked below:Champagne Charlie and the Amazing GladysThe Grimsdale ClaimantI hope you enjoyed the podcast this week! We always have a lot of fun chatting about books and such. I'll be back next week with a new episode, so in the meantime, don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, and as always...keep writing. The world needs your stories. Until next time, friends!

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our Servants & Stewards series, as Joseph's story comes to an end.Sometimes the hardest person to forgive is yourself. As Joseph's family well illustrates, life is messy, and for those of us who follow Jesus, we are no different. We all carry guilt and shame from parts of our own stories.But when the weight of unresolved guilt from our past keeps us from moving forward in the present, what we need to remember more than anything is that our story is just a part of a much bigger story, because we have the hope of the gospel. And when we embrace the truth that when God sees us, he no longer sees us in our past, but instead He sees His Son, this allows us to forget what lies behind and strain forward toward a glorious future in Christ.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on November 16, 2025, at 11:00am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome 01:02 Message: The Weight of Unresolved Guilt04:17 Joseph's Rise to Power and Reconciliation 14:32 The Brothers' Fear and Joseph's Response 21:44 Joseph's Role in Egypt's Famine 26:38 Personal Stories of Forgiveness 28:44 The Hope of Unresolved Promise34:07 Reflection and Prayer

Preacher: Keith Withrow | Series: Redeeming Relationships

Church Life "Learning Then Giving the Word of God" Acts 18:24-28 Learning (vv. 24-26)Mt. 3:11 "I baptize you with water for repentance, but he who is coming after me is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 1 Cor. 1:12 What I mean is that each one of you says, "I follow Paul," or "I follow Apollos," or "I follow Cephas," or "I follow Christ." 3:5-6 4 For when one says, "I follow Paul," and another, "I follow Apollos," are you not being merely human? 5 What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you believed, as the Lord assigned to each. 6 I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.Eph. 4:11-15 11 And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds[a] and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood,[c] to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, 14 so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes. 15 Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, 1 Pet. 2:2 Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation—Heb. 5:14 But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil.

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A neglected Georgian house, shutters still, poplars trees surround it, whispering. Downstairs is a row of servant bells to call servants. One has a mysterious name and is reputed to ring when no one is there. Rumour speaks of a hooded figure and an owl; the corridors mutter with sounds of pipes, disconnected wires, and something harder to dismiss. By night, faces seem to change in the mirror; but by day, the rooms are ordinary. Servants won't stay there and then the owner organises an investigation, a ghost hunt, if you like. A society of guest who are to keep their counsel until Twelfth Night, listening for what remains and for the presence that speaks when the house is empty. First published as the Christmas number of All the Year Round (December 1859), a collaborative sequence framed and partly written by Charles Dickens. This reading includes Dickens's chapters: “The Mortals in the House” and “The Ghost in Master B.'s Room.” Charles Dickens (1812–1870) was a British novelist and social critic, author of Oliver Twist, Bleak House, and Great Expectations. He edited Household Words and All the Year Round, helping to make the Victorian Christmas ghost story a tradition. Join Our Podia Community for 100s of Ad Free Ghost Stories www.classicghost.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exposing the New Apostolic Reformation: Standing Firm on the True Gospel Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins · November 13, 2025 In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins exposes the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)—a modern movement claiming God is restoring apostles and prophets to govern the Church. Dave defines what the NAR teaches, why it's dangerous, and how Christians can stand firm on the sufficiency of God's Word. This episode offers a clear, biblical response that points believers back to Christ and His finished work.

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In this episode, Costi Hinn explores the mystery and majesty of angels as described in Scripture. Their reverent service and unceasing worship remind us that every corner of creation moves under God's perfect will. 

Read OnlineJesus said to the Apostles: “Who among you would say to your servant who has just come in from plowing or tending sheep in the field, ‘Come here immediately and take your place at table?' Would he not rather say to him, ‘Prepare something for me to eat. Put on your apron and wait on me while I eat and drink. You may eat and drink when I am finished?' Is he grateful to that servant because he did what was commanded?” Luke 17:7–9In most cultures today, the idea of having a servant whom you command to wait on you is far from ideal. Jesus uses this image because the people to whom He was speaking would have easily related. He used it as a way of humbling them because when the illustration is properly understood, He was identifying each one of them as the servant, not the master. Only God is the Master. When it comes to our service of God, there is no limit to the commands that God will give. At first, that might seem harsh, but it's not because the commands that God gives to us are dictates of perfect love. We need His commands. We need the order He provides. We need to enter into perfect obedience to Him. We need to listen to everything He tells us and obey it to perfection. Seeing God as our Master and ourselves as His servants will only appear harsh when we fail to understand what sort of Master He is. Recall the beautiful words of our Blessed Mother when she was given the command from the Archangel Gabriel. The angel said to her, “You will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus.” This was not a question posed to her; it was a command of love. Mary did not hesitate and did not refuse. She said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” At the conclusion of today's Gospel, Jesus went on to say, “When you have done all you have been commanded, say, ‘We are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do.'” In many ways, this is exactly what our Blessed Mother did. She was a servant of God's perfect commands, and she knew that her love for God obliged her to follow His will. When you think about your service of the will of God, do you see it as you doing God a favor? Do you see obedience to God's dictates as an act of generosity on your part and your cooperation with those dictates as above and beyond your natural duties? Hopefully not. Hopefully you understand that you, like our Blessed Mother, are a servant of the one true Master of all. Hopefully you also see the commands of God as the roadmap toward a life of complete fulfillment. When we understand Who the Master is, we will never hesitate in being a servant, or even a slave. We will not hesitate in freely surrendering ourselves over to His will in complete and unwavering obedience. God alone knows what is best for us, and we need to give Him complete control over our lives. Reflect, today, upon the image of a master and a slave. As you do, try to shed every preconceived image you have that includes harshness, cruelty, dominance and control. Instead, try to see the image of a divine Master Whose only concern is for the servant. Try to see a Master Who perfectly loves the servant. Reflect upon your own need for such a Master in your life. Pray that you will be able to surrender complete control over to God in all things so that He can direct your life into the glorious things He has in store for you. My Lord and Master, You have commanded me and all Your servants to obey Your commands of perfect love. Your will alone is what is best for our lives and Your dictates bring fulfillment and purpose to our lives. May I, with Your Blessed Mother, always obey You in everything, for I am a servant of You, dear Lord. May I joyfully do what I am obliged to do. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image via FlickrSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

November 2, 20251 Peter 2:13-25Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God. Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor.Servants, be subject to your masters with all respect, not only to the good and gentle but also to the unjust. For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when you do good and suffer for it you endure, this is a gracious thing in the sight of God. For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth. When he was reviled, he did not revile in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but continued entrusting himself to him who judges justly. He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

Gates "The Sniper" Cook joins host Jake Murren on Episode 130 of Forged in Ohio. Gates is a 4-4 amateur mixed martial artist who is set to make his pro debut on November 15th. In this episode, Gates talks about moving from Baltimore to Ohio to pursue MMA, what he learned most from his fascinating amateur career, the key to winning his pro debut, and more.Gates starts his highly-anticipated pro career on Saturday, and this is a journey you'd be crazy not to follow. Discover more about Gates "The Sniper" Cook by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Gates on social media:Instagram: @410_sniper_ Facebook: @gates.cook Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Parables: Unworthy Servants - Luke 17:7-10Marcus Doe | November 9, 2025Redemption Tucson Church

For 11 November 2025, Tuesday of week 32 in Ordinary Time, based on Luke 17:7-10

Epic StorytellerUnworthy Servants | Luke 17:7-10Jeremy Olimb // Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our Servants & Stewards series on Joseph.Every one of us has been hurt by someone — and if we're honest, we've hurt others too. We say things we wish we could take back. We show up when we shouldn't, or disappear when we're needed most. We break trust. We wound. And even after forgiveness is spoken, something deep inside still hesitates. Because forgiveness and trust aren't the same.Joseph knew that pain. He was beaten by his brothers, sold, forgotten, and left for dead. Then, decades later, he stood face to face with the very people who betrayed him. Imagine the tension in that moment. The ache. The question pounding in his heart: Can I trust them again?This story isn't just about Joseph. It's about us. Because every follower of Jesus eventually faces that same crossroads — when forgiving isn't the end, but the beginning of something harder: the slow work of rebuilding trust.And when it happens, when restoration finally breaks through… It's not just reconciliation between people. It's redemption in motion — a glimpse of the God who restores what we thought was gone forever.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on November 9, 2025, at 9:30am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome01:43 Message: The Journey of Rebuilding Trust04:44 Joseph's Tests for His Brothers08:26 The Final Test: Can Trust Be Restored?24:48 The Process of Forgiveness and Trust35:49 Pharaoh's Joy and the Bigger Picture

Because we follow as Lord the Christ who came to give His life in service to others, we too must serve the least and the smallest among us, for that is the sign of true greatness in Christ's Kingdom. I. We Must Remember Why Christ, the Mighty Son of Man, Has Come vv 30-31 II. We Must Never Allow the Story to Be About Us vv 32-34 III. We Must Embrace the Upside-Down Values of the Kingdom Where the Greatest are Servants vv 35-37

God's Blueprint for Servants 1 Corinthians 4 is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast.