Podcasts about serving god

The worship of daily obedience is not at bottom a burdensome giving to God, but a joyful getting from God. That is the true service that God demands.

Serving God with the gifts that He has given us is a wonderful thing; but we must not get “Puffed Up”. To each He gives both gifts and grace. While the grace is the same for all, the gifts are different for each believer. We must use our gifts as He directs and to His […]

Faith and trust should be at the foundation of our relationship with God. It should not be based on what He can do for us. If we live according to His will, our blessings and rewards will overflow.

This week we are pulling an episode from the archives–Handling Leadership Privilege. How we handle trials shows who we are, but how we handle privilege shows our character even more. We should never come to a place where our privilege stops us from being a servant or being accountable. Serving God is a privilege and that means not taking advantage of every opportunity. 

Don Dollar is a good man. A God loving man. He shares the imprortance of serving humanity by serving tea. Yes, good, old fashion souther sweet tea. Don even gives us his magic formula. Don has had a blessed life as well as facing the challenging of illness and sadness in his family. He teaches us the importance of serving others and keeping a s sense of humor. The YJHTL family is honored to call him a brother and friend.

Being a Christian can be hard in the current climate of hostility—where believers worldwide face physical oppression and persecution. In our own culture, the church is labeled archaic and irrelevant in its stance on modern issues. Today we will consider a few reasons for the opposition we face as Christians and how we can face it victoriously.I. Opposition is NormalII. Opposition is VerbalIII. Opposition is ContinualIV. Opposition is ConquerableTalk with God: Ask the Lord for the courage to stand firm in Christ, despite opposition.Talk with others: Encourage a believer or family member who's been struggling this week and remind them that their “labor is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58).Talk with kids: Why did Moses need help leading the people?

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Bobby Bosler recounts the recent cross-country move that marked a major transition into the pastorate—and the spiritual insights it sparked. With everything his family owned packed into a single trailer, he reflects on Jesus' words in Matthew 6 about treasure, focus, and true devotion. This convicting challenge invites listeners to evaluate what they're living for and whether their heart is fully invested in heaven.Topics DiscussedTransition to pastoral ministry in Fairmont, WVThe tangible feeling of having all possessions in one trailerMatthew 6:19–24 and the call to lay up treasure in heavenWhat a “single eye” means—and why it mattersIdentifying the pull of materialism and earthly desiresA warning against divided loyalties and serving two mastersThe call to total surrender and singular devotion to ChristKey TakeawaysWhere your treasure is, your heart will inevitably follow—so store it where it's safe.What you focus on shapes every area of your life.A divided focus will always lead to spiritual darkness and dissatisfaction.We can't serve both God and material desires; we must choose our master.A single-minded life requires surrender—and the sustaining grace of God. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Wayne Shepherd reads excerpts from Serving God and Country, United States Military Chaplains in World War II.   (click for more)   In World War II, over 12,000 Protestant ministers, Catholic priests, and Jewish rabbis left the safety of home to join the Chaplain Corps, following the armed forces into battle across Europe, Asia, North Africa, and the high seas.With author Lyle Dorsett's permission, this week we feature selected readings from this book. These are the personal stories of some of the bravest and most selfless men who served with the armed forces. Many lost their lives or suffered debilitating wounds while serving as pastors to the troops. For more information about Dorsett's book, click here.                                          NEXT WEEK:  Matthew WolakSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

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Does being a Christian mean we miss out on “all the fun”? This common lie deceives even believers. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals the first of five truths that transform our understanding of pleasure—both ours and God's. Serving God and experiencing authentic pleasure aren't in opposition. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Does being a Christian mean we miss out on “all the fun”? This common lie deceives even believers. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals the first of five truths that transform our understanding of pleasure—both ours and God's. Serving God and experiencing authentic pleasure aren't in opposition. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. 

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In this episode, we sit down with Christian music booking agent Mike Mack to explore the behind-the-scenes world of faith-based live events. Mike shares insights on the unique challenges of booking Christian shows, navigating the evolving music industry, and how his personal journey has shaped his adaptability and acceptance in a space where faith and business intersect. Whether you're an artist, agent, or fan, this episode offers a real look at what it takes to serve a mission-driven audience while staying grounded in purpose.Connect with Mike here: https://www.instagram.com/_mike_mack/ 

Sermon: The Foundation of Serving God: The Absolute Necessity of God-Centered LivesSeries: ExodusSpeaker: Pastor Tom WilsonText: Exodus 20:1-6Speaker: Pastor Tom Wilson...

McKnight Crossings Church former MX Elder's wife, Susie Burge, brings us a message sharing her thoughts surrounding God's challenge for us to draw close to Him through service to those around us. Not just those like us or in our church community, but everyone. Susie asks us to consider how we are living in service to better the lives of those around us, and how we might do better in this work.

Text: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10  

The walls around Jerusalem have been rebuilt under the bold, faith filled leadership of Nehemiah. However, the work of God was not merely stonework, it was people work. Nehemiah helped the people by appointing leaders, assessing the citizenship of Jerusalem to ensure and led the people in acts of personal worship to the Lord. The restoration continued with a widespread hunger for the Word of God. Truly, this is one of the most incredible moves of God among His people since their return from captivity. Today we will see that is only one book in all the world that can restore a people and guide them into holy and happy living— it is the Word of God.Proverbs 14:34 Righteousness exalteth a nation: But sin is a reproach to any people.Note — Nehemiah is referenced in the third person in chapters 8-10. Ezra becomes the focal point. Serving God in the work of the Lord often allows us to serve together in very fulfilling ways. Download NotesThanks for joining us for this episode and please take a moment to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoy this content, please don't hesitate to leave us a 5-star review and share this podcast with your friends.  We'd like to extend an invitation to you and your family to join us for worship this week at Grace Baptist Church. We'd also love to connect with you online at https://gracekettering.org. Thanks again for checking out this episode, and we look forward to having you join us again right here on the Grace Baptist Church Podcast!

Ministry In 2025 - What To Watch OUT For, Boundaries, & Serving God.. | Wide Open #58

Biola University theology professor Thaddeus J. Williams has written a great book on living in today's culture titled, “Don't Follow Your Heart: Boldly Breaking The Ten Commandments of Self-Worship.” Williams enlightens readers, young and old, on how to identify the cultural lies we so easily believe, all of which are cultural lies that point us in the direction of worshipping and serving ourselves, rather than worshipping and serving God. Share these timely words from Williams with your kids: “ The more you worship yourself, the less you become your self. You become a shadow, a specter, and unself. The longer and deeper you stare into the mirror, looking for answers, the more it will feel like looking at Edvard Munch's “the Scream.” This is the strange paradox of self-worship. Why? It's simple. You were not designed to be the center point of your own psyche. You are not God. Self-deification is a bust.” Teach your children that have been made to worship God.

I am Just Joe No Title, by the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit, giving a message that if you say that you are going to live for God you need to live up to it.

What need is calling to your soul? Where are you hungering to serve in God's Kingdom? In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, Pat, and Janel discuss: Surrendering to God's will and releasing our control. Keeping your word even when it isn't easy. Serving God and His kingdom no matter what industry you are in. Talking with your family about what is important to you in giving. The culture differentiator.   Key Takeaways: God gives us the desires of our heart, we can listen to them and still be following Him. Everything we have belongs to the Lord. As we make choices, we need to honor Him as it all belongs to Him. Now more than ever, people are separated from what they eat. If you have questions, ask them. Pass along wisdom to your family, not just assets. Build and invest in the next generation. Be mindful and present. If you don't slow down, you won't be able to hear where He is directing you.   "We're just trying to take that platform that God has given us and provided us, and trying to steward it the best way we know how." —  Pat Hord Episode References: Jim Gaffigan - “BACON!” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqFi0cZ4p1ENational Christian Foundation: https://www.ncfgiving.com/ About Pat & Janel Hord: Pat and Janel Hord are the owners of Hord Family Farms in Ohio. Connect with Pat & Janel Hord:Website: https://www.hordlivestock.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hord-livestock-company/X: http://www.x.com/hordfamilyfarmsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HordFamilyFarms/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hordfamilyfarms  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

There is great reward in serving God, no matter what you think. God is a rewarder! He has proven that time and time again in His Word and in testimonies! In this sermon, Pastor Charles talks about the rewards one is bound to reap when a decision to serve God is made and active, CONTINUAL steps are taken! He mentions divine protection, prosperity among many,many others. Press and play!

April 10th, 2025:  Thursday in Passion Week - The Sinner & the Savior; God Takes Things Away Sometimes;  The Sacrifice to God is a Contrite Heart; Passiontide - Take Up Your Cross; Serving God with Body & Soul

Serving God Through Soul Winning (part 1)-Prophet Samuel B. Addison

A new MP3 sermon from Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Seeing and Serving God's Glory Subtitle: Family Worship Speaker: James Hakim Broadcaster: Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian Event: Devotional Date: 4/5/2025 Bible: Deuteronomy 3:23-29 Length: 17 min.

  The scriptures of God cannot be broken, so every promise in the Bible is true. The Benefits of Serving God Serving God truly will make you different (Job 2:3). There are demands in serving acceptably and this is what trully brings profit. 2 Samuel 6:7 (Hebrews 12:28, Leviticus 10:1-2). How to Serve God Acceptably for Profit Serve from Your Heart: Serve God with a sincere heart (Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Chronicles 25:2). Serve Out of Love: Serve God out of love (1 Kings 3:3). Serve with Clean Hands: Serve God with clean hands (Psalm 24:3). Serve Faithfully: Serve God faithfully and not facefully (1 Corinthians 4:2). Serve Willingly: Serve God willingly and not grudgingly (2 Corinthians 8:12, 1 Corinthians 9:17). Serve Joyfully: Serve God joyfully and cheerfully (Deuteronomy 28:47-48). Serve Diligently: Serve God diligently (Romans 12:11). Serve Sacrificially: Serve God sacrificially. Serve Unashamedly: Serve God unashamedly. Serve God Wholeheartedly: Serve God with your whole heart.

Kingdom and Righteousness; Misunderstanding the bible; Metaphors and allegory; Wisdom; Why Israel?; Kingdom of God; Lessons from Proverbs; Loving thy neighbor; Who is Lord of your life?; "Lord"; "Hate"; "Yahweh"; Serving God; Going under bondage; Christ's instructions; Tables you choose to eat from; Graven images?; Foolish giving; Knowing you can be wrong; Sophistry; Folly of Saul; Seeing the whole truth; People's government; Making YOU great again; Commandments from Christ; Gen 2:1; Seventh day; "generations"; "ouranos"; Sabbath principle; Spiritual gifts; Tree of Life; Life span; Spiritual understanding from a physical world; Adam - dust of the ground (adamah); Avoiding distractions; 5-6-5-10?; "living soul"?; Beasts of the field; Gen 3:22; gimel-nun (garden); ayin-dalet-nun (Eden); Two trees (sources); Creating rulers?; Or living within families; v17 Tree of knowledge; Human resources; Making word of God to none effect; Leaven; gods deciding good and evil for you; Ex 22:28 ruling judges; Delusion; Incorrect knowledge; The way back to Eden?; v18 help meet; Creation of woman; Naked?; Death?; Knowing Holy Spirit; Why not be alone?; What is "Woman"?; Believing in God; Daily bread; "ezer" help meet; Oppression of women; kuf+nun-gimel-dalet+vav; "rod"?; 1 Cor 11:9; Men like Christ; Eph 5:23; Moneychangers; Facing corruption; Standing up for principle; Living in darkness; Thinking differently; Titus 2:4; Obedience to (Christ-like) husbands; 1 Tim 5:14; Prov 31:27; Bread of idleness?; Roles of men and women; Cities of blood; Calling people to repentance; Communities; One purse?; Abraham's army; The "Way"; How to seek His kingdom and Righteousness; Idolatry; Biting your neighbor; Seek Humility!

For what do the godly plead? Deuteronomy 3:23–29 looks forward to the evening sermon on the coming Lord's Day. In these seven verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the godly plead to know the glory and the goodness of the Lord.

To sign up for the wait list of Season 2 of The Stuck No More Academy: Creating A Podcast From The Overflow, click hereIn this episode of the season, we're getting to the root of something every faith-filled creative, entrepreneur, and leader struggles with — building while battling financial fear. What if you could build, serve, and create, not from striving or survival mode, but from the overflow of your relationship with God? In this episode, Theresa will share 3 foundational keys that will help you prioritize intimacy with God, embrace your identity as a son or daughter, and allow faith—not fear—to guide every step you take. Whether you are launching a podcast, a business, or simply dreaming again, these truths will shift how you show up and create.Stuck No More Academy—helping purpose-driven voices launch their podcast or step onto stages with confidence. Through the Stuck No More Method, rooted in biblical principles, you'll learn how to break through barriers, ‘talk to your flock,' and grow your business, ministry, or product. It's time to get unstuck and start speaking!https://stucknomoreacademy.com *"If this episode spoke to you, take a moment to rate, share, and leave a review—your feedback helps more purpose-driven voices get unstuck and step into their calling!

Serving God through prayer is necessary, powerfully effective, and available to everyone!

Sunday Service | A teaching on John 6:1-14 in the series The Gospel of John with Pastor Josh BlackVictory Calvary Chapel is a church in Menifee, California. We gather for Jesus, to worship Him, to follow Him, and represent Him wherever we go. To learn more, visit us at www.victorycc.com.

Serving God fervently and diligently to experience Him more

“And Solomon, my son, learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve him with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the Lord sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek him, you will find him. But if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.” (1 Chronicles 28:9 NLT) God promised David that his kingdom would last forever. That was a reference to Jesus, who, centuries later, not only descended from David but also was closely identified with him. People called Him “Son of David.” God also promised that He would bless David’s son, who would also succeed him as king. It would be that son who finally built the temple that David wanted to build. That son would continue the lineage of David that would eventually produce Jesus. That son was Solomon, the second child born to David and Bathsheba. (Their first child died as a consequence of their adulterous affair.) God promised to bless Solomon and treat him as a son. According to 1 Kings 3, when Solomon became king, God said, “Ask for whatever you want me to give you” (NIV). Solomon asked for wisdom so that he could be the ruler God wanted him to be. God was so pleased with Solomon’s request that He gave him wisdom—and then threw in wealth and honor. God equipped David’s son to carry on his father’s legacy and make a name for himself. King Saul was dead. That meant David was the only living human who knew the challenges Solomon would face as king. And before he died, he offered Solomon some final words of advice. You don’t have to be next in line to the throne of Israel to benefit from David’s hard-earned wisdom. You can find his advice in 1 Chronicles 29 (and in the passage above). Here are three starting points. One, develop an intimate relationship with God. Knowing about God from stories in the Bible or other people’s perspectives isn’t the same as knowing Him personally. You develop an intimate relationship with God by spending time in His presence, praying, and listening. And by meditating on His Word, asking Him to reveal Himself through His promises and commands. And by prioritizing His will. Isn’t that what the Christian life is all about: a deep friendship with God? Two, serve God with a whole heart and a willing mind. The better you know God, the more you’ll want to serve Him. Serving God isn’t drudgery; it’s not a duty. It’s a delight and a privilege, no matter what form that service takes. Remember, God’s plan for you is better than your plan for yourself. Three, put the Lord first in your life, and everything else will find its proper balance. That’s the key to effective prayer: aligning yourself with God’s will. Jesus said in John 15:7, “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted!” (NLT). He also said, “You are my friends if you do what I command” (John 15:14 nlt). He didn’t say, “You are my friends if you do the things that you personally agree with.” God has told us in His Word how to live. It is not for us to pick and choose sections of the Bible we like and toss the rest aside. If God tells you to do something, He says it for good reason, and you need to obey Him. If God says not to do something, He also says it for good reason. Even if you don’t understand it, obey Him. Reflection question: How can you tell when you’re putting the Lord first in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Serving God means saving us! And church is all about finding your fit to serve your part in the body of Christ. From March 9, 2025

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Fr. Mike clarifies some questions surrounding the Tribe of Levi and talks about what it means to be held to a higher standard as a leader in your community. Numbers 3, Deuteronomy 3, and Psalm 87. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.