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Former President Obama will hit the campaign trail to support Democratic candidates in the 2025 elections in Virginia and New Jersey. Mr. Bill joins the show to give a culture update. Bill Mahr and Charlie Sheen discuss the “Republican” concept of… jail? Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The ethos that destroyed California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes God doesn't take away the hard things... but He's always with us in them.In this message, Pastor Phil Kniesel shares how the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego reminds us that real faith isn't just believing God can, it's trusting Him even when He doesn't.When life feels heavy and uncertain, you can still find peace and strength in knowing God is in control and walking with you through the fire.Send us a text

If you have any questions or comments, send Pastor John a text.Pastor John Bornschein and Dr. Steve Ford examine the actions of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3:4-30.Support the showProduced by Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley church. Learn more at www.CalvaryFountain.com

In 2 Chronicles 21 Jehoram succeeds his father Jehoshaphat and rules for 8 inglorious and evil years. Judah's king commences his reign by killing all his brothers. It was said of this king of Judah that he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel - this is because his wife was Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel. Edom revolts and sets up their own ruler. A letter comes from the prophet Elijah and strongly rebukes Jehoram and prophesies of the disease which would kill Jehoram - a disgusting sort of dysentery that causes his bowels to fall out after two years of suffering. During this time the Philistines and Arabians invade Judah and ransack the king's house. In 2 Chronicles 22 we read that the people of Judah make Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, king at the age of 22. Ahaziah is evil like his great grandfather Omri and was no doubt controlled and directed by his mother, Athaliah. King Joram, of Israel, makes war with the Syrians and is seriously wounded. Ahaziah goes to visit his uncle in Jezreel; where he is met and slain by Jehu; whom God had appointed to destroy all of Ahab's offspring. Ahaziah is buried out of respect for Jehoshaphat. Athaliah now takes control of the throne of Judah. Athaliah likewise destroys all the seed Royal in Judah with the exception of Joash, who was hidden in the temple for six years by his faithful aunt Jehoshabeath and her husband the high priest, Jehoiadah. Daniel 3 speaks of Nebuchadnezzar's defiance of the vision presented to him. On the plain of Dura, just outside Babylon, the Chaldean king sets up an image made entirely of gold. The height of this image is about 35 metres and its breadth 3.5 metres - these dimensions suggest it was probably placed on a plinth. All the dignitaries from every province which king Nebuchadnezzar ruled were assembled and commanded to bow down and worship when the orchestra plays. The penalty for disobeying would be to be cast into a fiery furnace. Daniel's 3 friends disobey the king. These three friends were not prepared to submit to the command of a mere mortal man when there was a greater principle at stake - "we ought to obey God rather than man" (Acts 5 verse29). These faithful servants of Yahweh are given a second opportunity to comply. They politely refuse and are cast into the furnace, which was so hot that it kills the officers who cast them into the furnace. The three faithful men walk around in the furnace. The king sees withthem a fourth individual - the angel of God. When they emerge from the furnace they were not even singed, nor could the smell of fire be detected. Nebuchadnezzar is astounded and commands that all of his realm the worship the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego - read aloud verses 28-30 Pause and Ponder. (Daniel must not have been present in Babylon at this time). Acts is Luke's second account - compare Luke 1 verses 1-4 with Acts 1 verses 1-3. Luke 24 closes with Jesus' ascension compare that to account the Acts 1 account which commences with the same event. Luke's first record closes with Jesus praying as he is taken to heaven as does Acts 1. For 40 days Jesus spoke with his disciples of the kingdom of God on earth, as the reconstituted kingdom of Israel. The only question the Apostles had was "Is the time for the kingdom now?" The time, as verse 7 indicates, is known only by Jesus' Father. By AD 96 when the book of Revelation is written Jesus then knew this time. But based on Jesus' commission for them to preach to the entire world it would obviously be some time distant. And following the words of the angels in recorded in verses 9-11 that kingdom would not come until our Lord's return to earth. From verses 12 to 26 a replacement is appointed for Judas, whose behaviour was the subject of prophecy - Psalm 109:8 (in fact it is instructive to read the entire Psalm as it will provide us with an insight as to what motivated Judas). That successor is named as Matthias.

The Bible is full of words of encouragement, but perhaps the most precious, but perhaps the most precious are the words of Jesus which command us not to let our hearts be troubled. He can command this, because he can deliver us to this state of mind. If we place out faith in Him, He will keep us in perfect peace. Join us in this broadcast of Woman at the Well Ministries as Kim searches the scriptures revealing God's plan for a peaceful heart. Do you want to connect with Kim and Erika? Visit us on our website, on Facebook, or on Instagram.  Mentioned in this Episode     John 14:1 – “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+14%3A1&version=KJV     Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah+29%3A11&version=KJV     John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+14%3A6&version=KJV     Romans 10:13 – “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+10%3A13&version=KJV     1 John 3:1 – “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+3%3A1&version=KJV     1 Peter 5:7 – “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Peter+5%3A7&version=KJV     Romans 8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for good...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A28&version=KJV     John 17 – Jesus prays for us www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+17&version=KJV     Hebrews 13:5 – “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+13%3A5&version=KJV Isaiah 26:3 – “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+26%3A3&version=KJV Philippians 4:6–7 – “Be careful for nothing... and the peace of God...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+4%3A6-7&version=KJV Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+4%3A16&version=KJV Daniel 3 – Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Daniel+3&version=KJV Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page.  

In 2 Chronicles 21 Jehoram succeeds his father Jehoshaphat and rules for 8 inglorious and evil years. Judah's king commences his reign by killing all his brothers. It was said of this king of Judah that he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel - this is because his wife was Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel. Edom revolts and sets up their own ruler. A letter comes from the prophet Elijah and strongly rebukes Jehoram and prophesies of the disease which would kill Jehoram - a disgusting sort of dysentery that causes his bowels to fall out after two years of suffering. During this time the Philistines and Arabians invade Judah and ransack the king's house. In 2 Chronicles 22 we read that the people of Judah make Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, king at the age of 22. Ahaziah is evil like his great grandfather Omri and was no doubt controlled and directed by his mother, Athaliah. King Joram, of Israel, makes war with the Syrians and is seriously wounded. Ahaziah goes to visit his uncle in Jezreel; where he is met and slain by Jehu; whom God had appointed to destroy all of Ahab's offspring. Ahaziah is buried out of respect for Jehoshaphat. Athaliah now takes control of the throne of Judah. Athaliah likewise destroys all the seed Royal in Judah with the exception of Joash, who was hidden in the temple for six years by his faithful aunt Jehoshabeath and her husband the high priest, Jehoiadah. Daniel 3 speaks of Nebuchadnezzar's defiance of the vision presented to him. On the plain of Dura, just outside Babylon, the Chaldean king sets up an image made entirely of gold. The height of this image is about 35 metres and its breadth 3.5 metres - these dimensions suggest it was probably placed on a plinth. All the dignitaries from every province which king Nebuchadnezzar ruled were assembled and commanded to bow down and worship when the orchestra plays. The penalty for disobeying would be to be cast into a fiery furnace. Daniel's 3 friends disobey the king. These three friends were not prepared to submit to the command of a mere mortal man when there was a greater principle at stake - "we ought to obey God rather than man" (Acts 5 verse29). These faithful servants of Yahweh are given a second opportunity to comply. They politely refuse and are cast into the furnace, which was so hot that it kills the officers who cast them into the furnace. The three faithful men walk around in the furnace. The king sees with them a fourth individual - the angel of God. When they emerge from the furnace they were not even singed, nor could the smell of fire be detected. Nebuchadnezzar is astounded and commands that all of his realm the worship the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego - read aloud verses 28-30 Pause and Ponder. (Daniel must not have been present in Babylon at this time). Acts is Luke's second account - compare Luke 1 verses 1-4 with Acts 1 verses 1-3. Luke 24 closes with Jesus' ascension compare that to account the Acts 1 account which commences with the same event. Luke's first record closes with Jesus praying as he is taken to heaven as does Acts 1. For 40 days Jesus spoke with his disciples of the kingdom of God on earth, as the reconstituted kingdom of Israel. The only question the Apostles had was "Is the time for the kingdom now?" The time, as verse 7 indicates, is known only by Jesus' Father. By AD 96 when the book of Revelation is written Jesus then knew this time. But based on Jesus' commission for them to preach to the entire world it would obviously be some time distant. And following the words of the angels in recorded in verses 9-11 that kingdom would not come until our Lord's return to earth. From verses 12 to 26 a replacement is appointed for Judas, whose behaviour was the subject of prophecy - Psalm 109:8 (in fact it is instructive to read the entire Psalm as it will provide us with an insight as to what motivated Judas). That successor is named as Matthias. Thanks for joining us - we pray you found these comments helpful in your appreciation of God's words, join again tomorrow 

In today's episode, we join Pastor Jeff as he reminds us of the spiritual battle raging around us, using the example of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3:18. We're encouraged to be the light in a dark world. Are we ready to stand for Christ, even when it costs us everything?

In Daniel 3, King Nebuchadnezzar commands all to worship a massive golden image, threatening death in a fiery furnace for refusal. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow, remaining loyal to God. They are thrown into the furnace but are miraculously unharmed, and a fourth figure appears with them. Seeing their deliverance, Nebuchadnezzar praises the God who saved them and decrees His honor throughout the kingdom.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/lets-talk-scripture/donations

TODAY'S LESSONLet's be blunt: courage isn't the absence of fear — it's refusing to let fear decide your next move.Every man faces moments when pressure hits hard — at home, at work, in faith. You feel that tightening in your chest, that whisper saying, “Maybe stay quiet this time.” But that's exactly when a godly man stands up.Our culture rewards compromise. It says, “Go along to get along.” But men of God don't play that game. They speak truth when silence is safer. They defend their faith when the mob demands surrender. They stay standing when everyone else takes a knee.Pressure reveals what you really believe. It squeezes out what's inside. If fear rules your heart, you'll cave. But if faith rules your heart, you'll rise. That's why Scripture calls men to be anchored in conviction — not comfort.Courage under pressure isn't loud bravado; it's quiet, immovable resolve. It's Daniel opening his window to pray even when he knows the lions are waiting. It's Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego saying, “Even if He does not deliver us, we will not bow.” It's Jesus walking straight toward the cross, knowing full well what's coming — and choosing obedience anyway.Every generation needs men who will do the same — who will walk through fire rather than compromise their convictions. You'll never feel ready. You'll never feel fearless. But courage doesn't wait for feelings — it answers the call.

TODAY'S LESSONLet's be blunt: courage isn't the absence of fear — it's refusing to let fear decide your next move.Every man faces moments when pressure hits hard — at home, at work, in faith. You feel that tightening in your chest, that whisper saying, “Maybe stay quiet this time.” But that's exactly when a godly man stands up.Our culture rewards compromise. It says, “Go along to get along.” But men of God don't play that game. They speak truth when silence is safer. They defend their faith when the mob demands surrender. They stay standing when everyone else takes a knee.Pressure reveals what you really believe. It squeezes out what's inside. If fear rules your heart, you'll cave. But if faith rules your heart, you'll rise. That's why Scripture calls men to be anchored in conviction — not comfort.Courage under pressure isn't loud bravado; it's quiet, immovable resolve. It's Daniel opening his window to pray even when he knows the lions are waiting. It's Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego saying, “Even if He does not deliver us, we will not bow.” It's Jesus walking straight toward the cross, knowing full well what's coming — and choosing obedience anyway.Every generation needs men who will do the same — who will walk through fire rather than compromise their convictions. You'll never feel ready. You'll never feel fearless. But courage doesn't wait for feelings — it answers the call.

What is Third Man Syndrome—a hallucination of the mind, or evidence of something greater? In this episode, we explore the psychological explanation for the “unseen companion” people report in moments of danger and compare it with a very familiar story found in the Bible. From explorers to survivors, many have felt a mysterious presence—but the Bible points us to the Fourth Man in the Fire who stood with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Join me as I uncover why God's presence isn't just psychological comfort, but real deliverance in the heat of life's trials.Breathe. Carry what matters. Leave the rest. Stay mindful.Connect with me --> https://drmatmonharrell.bio.link/Music provided by PodcastleWritten by Dr. Matmon HarrellSubscribe. Share. Rate.A thousand thanks!drmatmonharrell.bio.link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're looking at one of the most powerful displays of faith and divine presence in Scripture — the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel chapter 3. In a culture that demanded compromise, these three young men stood firm when everyone else bowed down. Their story reminds us that faith isn't just what we say — it's who we are, what we believe, and who walks with us through the fire.Their story isn't just history — it's a call for us today. When the world pressures us to bow, will we stand firm in our identity, walk in courage, and trust in the presence of our God?Support the show

Fear is universal—but God's Word is clear: Do Not Fear. Why does fear show up in every stage of life?  What does it reveals about our trust in God?  How can His love drive fear out?  Using the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, we discover how God's presence gives courage, peace, and hope—even in life's fiercest "fires."

This episode delves into the remarkable story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, three Jewish exiles in Babylon who defy King Nebuchadnezzar's command to worship a golden idol. Their unwavering faith leads to a miraculous deliverance from a fiery furnace. The episode also recounts Nebuchadnezzar's descent into madness, highlighting themes of pride, humility, and divine rule.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

Have you ever felt the heat of life's furnace—when standing for your faith brings you face to face with trials, rejection, or even danger? In this powerful message from Daniel 3:8–30, we dive into the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, three men who chose faith over fear and discovered that God doesn't always deliver us from the fire—but He always shows up in it.

Send us a textWhat if the kind of peace you crave isn't a feeling but a fact secured by a Person? We open with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego staring down a furnace and refusing to bow, then follow that courage to its source: reconciliation with God through Jesus that turns every outcome into a win. That's why believers can smile through loss; not because life is soft, but because the war with God is over and Christ stands as our advocate.From there, we dig into mercy with precision. Mercy isn't vague kindness; it's divine compassion that refuses to give us what our sins deserve. Lamentations 3 becomes our anchor—new mercies, every morning. We ask what this demands of us in real life: fewer thunderbolts in our comments, more restraint with people who may deserve our sharpest words. Mercy becomes discipleship: durable love that feels like Jesus.We also wade into contested terrain—temple, abomination of desolation, and the millennium—without getting lost in speculation. Centering on Christ as the true temple and His present reign resets the conversation: our hope isn't a calendar, it's a King. That insight sets up the heart of the episode: the Israel of God is the single family God promised, made of Jew and Gentile who trust Christ by faith. No nationalism, no sectarian labels, no dividing the body. We challenge one another to test the spirits, look for the fruit of the Spirit, and live the five solas with humility.If you're hungry for peace that holds, mercy that transforms, and a church that looks like one family, press play. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs courage today, and leave a review with the scripture that anchors your hope. What's the one passage you turn to when the heat rises?Support the show

Anna and Matt team up with Firefighter Cody to learn about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the fiery furnace. Through their courage and faith, kids discover that God is Deliverer—He rescues His children and has the power to save us from anything, even the fire! What You'll Learn:

In this message from Daniel chapter 3, Pastor Jordan unpacks what it means to stand firm in your faith—no matter the pressure. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show us that who you stand with matters just as much as what you stand for. When obedience to God leads you into the fire, you don't have to fear it—the same God who called you into it will stand with you in it.

Faith in the Furnace (Sermon Series on Daniel) - Sunday, 12th October 2025.[Episode 3 - Daniel Chapter 3 (KJV)]1. Nebuchadnezzar makes a Golden image. Daniel 3:1  - Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon.2. Daniel's friends refuse to worship the image. Daniel 3:16-18 - Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.3 Nebuchadnezzar flies into a rage. Daniel 3:19  Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more than it was wont to be heated.4. They meet Jesus in the furnace. Daniel 3:24-25  Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astonied, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of 5. Nebuchadnezzar sees that there is no other God who can deliver like this. Daniel 3:28-29  Then Nebuchadnezzar spake, and said, Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who hath sent his angel, and delivered his servants that trusted in him, and have changed the king's word, and yielded their bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any god, except their own God. Therefore I make a decree, That every people, nation, and language, which speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made a dunghill: because there is no other God that can deliver after this sort.

The story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace is one of the bible's most famous. But, even if you know the story forward and backward it's worth revisiting time and again; it is one of the scripture's best reminders that God is right there with us in the midst of life's most heated trials. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Feeling powerless amid upheaval or uncertainty? Jennifer Slattery reflects on Daniel 1:6-9, showing how God remained with Daniel during exile and worked through him to influence a nation. This devotional reminds believers that even in times of political, social, or personal turmoil, God is sovereign, present, and always working for the good of His children. Highlights Daniel’s faithfulness in exile demonstrates God’s ability to protect, elevate, and use His people, even in foreign or difficult circumstances. God’s favor can work through unlikely individuals—including secular leaders—for His purposes. Biblical truth affirms God’s control over earthly powers (Proverbs 21:1). Darkness—whether personal, societal, or global—cannot overcome God’s light (John 1:5). Anticipating God’s work in our lives fosters hope and resilience, even amid chaos and hardship. Join the Conversation How have you seen God work in unexpected ways during challenging seasons? Share your reflections and encourage others to trust His sovereignty. Tag @LifeAudioNetwork and use #FaithInTheChaos #GodRemains #LightInTheDarkness to join the conversation.

Send us a textWrestling with Pilate's old question—“What is truth?” In a world of hot takes and endless scrolling, Jess and longtime friend Tracy unpack how to discern real, objective truth, build a life on it, and live it out with courage and peace.DiscoverWhy truth must exist outside of us (John 14:6)How modern culture tempts us to chase what our “itching ears” want (2 Tim. 4:3)Practical ways to hear God in the noise and guard your heartWhat standing firm looks like in parenting, the workplace, and friendshipsHow to anchor your life so shifting trends don't shake your soulReflectWhere am I letting feelings or popularity outrank Scripture?What boundaries help me hear God's whisper this week?Who's my “truth-telling friend” that can lovingly challenge me?TakeawayTruth isn't a vibe; Truth is a Person (Jesus). When you anchor to Him, you gain a sound mind (2 Tim. 1:7) and the courage to stand—like Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—even when lines get blurred.Next stepsSubscribe for weekly motivationShare this with someone who's asking, “What's true anymore?”Join us this weekend at Westside: westsidecommunitychurch.comScripture references: John 14:6; 2 Timothy 4:3; 2 Timothy 1:7; Isaiah 55:8–9; Daniel 3

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In this episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, Ken Pounders delivers a heartfelt message as a guest speaker at Christian Life Fellowship, encouraging listeners to hold firm in their faith even when facing life's toughest challenges. Drawing from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Book of Daniel, the episode explores what it means to have a faith that stands strong against societal pressures and personal crises. Ken candidly shares his own journey from addiction to freedom and reflects on God's power, faithfulness, and wisdom in both miraculous deliverance and times of struggle. Listeners are invited to make bold, real-life commitments to their faith and to walk out a life of transformation and resilience, regardless of external circumstances.   Website: https://omainc.org Email: OMADirector2017@gmail.com or priorityev@mac.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/165704310121828/ Website: https://priorityev.info Instagram: instagram.com/bro_ken   Outreach Ministries of Alabama, Inc., PO Box 98 Valhermoso Springs, AL  35775 Phone:   256-778-8096

Sermon by Pastor Ren Schuffman Discover how God transforms ordinary people into extraordinary vessels in The Devil Didn't See the Mud Coming. Embrace the mud and learn how God uses the ordinary for extraordinary purposes.' This powerful message explores why Jesus used mud to heal a blind man and what that teaches us about our own value in God's kingdom. Learn how God takes the 'mud' of our lives - our imperfections, weaknesses, and even the dirt others throw at us - and shapes it into something beautiful and purposeful. This teaching dives deep into biblical examples of transformation, including the creation story where humans were formed from dust, and the fiery furnace that freed Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from their bonds without harming them. Understand the potter's process - how God shapes us on His wheel and strengthens us through the fire of trials, not to destroy us but to prepare us to hold His blessings. Key topics include:- Finding purpose in your imperfections- How Christians are called to invade darkness with light- Understanding spiritual warfare and territory- The potter's process of transformation- Handling criticism and attacks from others- Trusting God through difficult seasons- Preparing for God's promises through practical stepsPerfect for anyone feeling inadequate, going through trials, or wondering about their purpose in God's plan. This message will encourage you to embrace your role as the 'mud' between God's hands and someone else's miracle. Whether you're facing criticism, enduring difficult circumstances, or simply feeling ordinary, this teaching will help you see your value through God's eyes and understand His transformative process in your life.https://www.ffc.church (Our Website) https://www.facebook.com/freedomfellowshipokc (Follow us on Facebook) Were you blessed by this message? Give to help us spread the gospel https://www.ffc.church/give

An expository sermon from Daniel 3 about Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace.

What if standing firm in your faith meant walking through fire? In this powerful message, Pastor Van unpacks the timeless story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to reveal how true emotional intelligence means pleasing God alone, not people. Through their courageous example of respectfully but firmly refusing to bow to culture's golden idols, we learn that authentic faith may cost us something—but it gains us everything. This transformative message challenges us to examine where we might be compromising and inspires us to live unashamedly for Jesus in our modern "Babylon."

True freedom comes when we refuse to conform to society's expectations and instead embrace our authentic selves. We discover our limitless nature when we're willing to walk through life's fires rather than bow down to external pressures.• The biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego represents our choice to either conform or stand in our truth• Society (like King Nebuchadnezzar) constantly asks us to bow down and shrink ourselves to fit others' expectations• The fire represents the challenges we face when we choose authenticity over conformity• Our greatest tests and hardships are actually initiations into our greater potential• There's always "another one in the fire" with us—we're never truly alone in our challenges• The pressure and heat don't destroy us—they prove what we actually are• When we walk through fire with integrity, we emerge without even the "smell of smoke"• The universe never runs out of miracles for those willing to stand in their sovereignty• True greatness requires discomfort—you can't be both great and comfortable• The hottest flames in our lives are when the greatest miracles and blessings appearJoin the DG Mindset Academy School of Growth at dgmindset.com. The first semester begins November 3rd, but you can start right now.✨ Ready to take your growth to the next level? ✨The DG Mindset Academy | School of Growth is now open! Inside, you'll get access to my masterclasses, live 8-week courses, and Q&A coaching calls with me — all in a semester-style framework designed to help you transform at your own pace. Click here to join the Academy Your next level of growth starts now.

This two-part video series provides a deep historical analysis of Moralistic Therapeutic Deism (MTD), tracing its ingredients from 19th-century New England intellectual and social revolutions to its status as America's de facto civic religion. We argue that MTD collapsed when the sexual and moral revolutions forced a devastating fracture between its Christian heritage and its core principles of self-actualization and benevolence, leading to the polarized political landscape of today.Moralist Therapeutic Deism Part 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eHYMzanOvs&t=4679s @triggerpod   @InterestingTimesNYT   @JonathanPageau   @PaulVanderKlay 00:00:00 - Introduction and Recap00:10:07 - MTD, Chicago, and Obama00:13:00 - Cornell as Microcosm00:25:15 - Tim Keller on programatic secularism00:35:55 - Mainline Christianity00:37:45 - Wokeness and MTD00:47:05 - MTD and Partisanship00:49:20 - Arena vs Agent00:51:00 - Donald Trump 00:56:15 - Nationalism vs Globalism01:03:40 - Who killed MTD?01:05:55 - Competing Arenas01:08:25 - The future of Christian NationalismIn this video I mention:Aaron Renn, Abraham Lincoln, Albert Baker, Alfred, Allen C. Guelzo, Amos, Andrew Jackson Davis, Ann Lee, Anagarika Dharmapala, Arthur Conan Doyle, Athanasius, Barack Obama, Benjamin Franklin, Billy Graham, Black Lives Matter, Bud, Buddha, Calvin, Cathleen Falsani, Catherine Fox, Charles B. Rosna, Charles Carroll Bonney, Charles Haddon Spurgeon, Charlie Kirk, Christian Smith, Christopher Pearse Cranch, Clement of Alexandria, Conrad Grebel, Constantine, David Bentley Hart, Deepak Chopra, Donahoe, Donald Trump, Eddie Lincoln, Eleanor Roosevelt, Elijah Muhammad, Eliott, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Elizabeth Keckley, Ellen Todd, Emilie Todd Helm, Emanuel Swedenborg, Epictetus, Erica Kirk, Ernst Troeltsch, Ezra Klein, Fanny Hayes Platt, Faustus Socinus, Finney, Fox Sisters, Franz Anton Mesmer, Fred Shuttlesworth, Frederick the Wise, Friedrich Nietzsche, Galen, George Barna, George Fox, George W. Bush, Gregory of Nyssa, Henry Clay, Henry David Thoreau, Henry James, H. P. Blavatsky, H. Richard Niebuhr, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Harold Ockenga, Harry Emerson Fosdick, Helen Schucman, Hosea Ballou, J. Gresham Machen, Jacob Blake, James, James Comey, James Lindsay, James Russell Lowell, Jared Sparks, Jean H. Baker, Jenkin Lloyd Jones, Jesus Christ, Jim Lindsay, John, John Adams, John Bunyan, John D. Rockefeller, John Henry Barrows, John Locke, John Milton, John Murray, John Stott, Jonathan Edwards, Jordan Peterson, Joseph Priestly, Joseph Smith, Judith Skutch, Julius Dresser, Kant, Karl Menninger, Karlstadt, Kate Fox, Kenneth Minkema, Koot Hoomi, Kyle Rittenhouse, Lelio Socinus, Leonard Zusne, Lou Malnatis, Luke Thompson (  @WhiteStoneName  ), Lyman Beecher, Madame Blavatsky, Margaretta Fox, Marianne Williamson, Mark Parker (  @MarkDParker  ) , Mark Twain, Mary Baker Eddy, Mary Todd Lincoln, Matt Herman, Meister Eckhart, Melinda Lundquist Denton, Mesmer, Micah, Michael Bronky, Michael Servetus, Monophysite, Morya, Moses, Nancy Pelosi, Napoleon Bonaparte, Nettie Colburn Maynard, Newton, Niccolò Machiavelli, Nicholas of Cusa, Norman Vincent Peale, Oprah, Origen, Paul, Paul Tillich, Paul Vanderlay, Phineas Parkhurst Quimby, Plotinus, Proclus, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Ramakrishna, Rick Warren, Robert Schuller, Robin D'Angelo, Rod Dreher, Ronald Reagan, Ross Douthat, Rowan Williams, Rudolf Steiner, Samuel Johnson, Septimus J. Hanna, Shailer Mathews, Shakers, Shadrach, Socrates, Soyen Shaku, Swami Vivekananda, Tad Lincoln, Tertullian, Thomas Aquinas, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Starr King, Tracy Herman, Virchand Gandhi, Victoria Woodhull, Warren Felt Evans, William Ellery Channing, William James, William Lloyd Garrison, William Newton Clarke, Willie Lincoln, Winthrop, Zwingli.

We all deal with rumors and criticism from time to time. Norman Vincent Peale made an interesting statement: Most of us would rather be ruined by praise than saved by criticism. Our ego loves to be praised and it hates to be criticized by someone. But it can be to our salvation to be able to look at criticism objectively, find any truth in it and throw away the rest. We all have to learn this skill set.There is a lot to be learned from criticism if we are willing to learn. But the decision to do that is up to us. If we are willing to accept criticism, we can grow into a quality leader. In this episode, Dr. Judy Bauer shares 4 key strategies for dealing with criticism and coming out of it as a better person and a better leader. We can learn to deal with the criticism properly, and not get toxic ourselves. The higher the position you occupy, the more strictly you will be judged. It just goes with the territory. A leader is bound to be criticized both fairly and unfairly by those within the organization or department. A good quality leader (whether in the ministry, work or family) needs to develop a tough skin while at the same time remaining sensitive and responsive to fair and useful criticism. A leader, who becomes overly thin-skinned or defensive when criticized, is doing a disservice to the organization or themselves. To be a mature leader, you learn to accept even unfair criticism with calmness and grace because you know who you are in Christ Jesus. Also, rumors are going to happen, and they can spread and cause problems. How we deal with these things will show our maturity. Dr. Bauer shares 6 vital steps for handling rumors: how to glean strategies and wisdom for the future, and how establish a protocol to deal with rumors with grace, maturity and integrity. The three Hebrew men, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, had rumors and criticism spread about them but they came out of the fiery furnace without even a smell of smoke on them. God can get glory out of these things and how we handle them, when we surrender ourselves and put our trust in the Lord Jesus that He is walking around in the fiery furnace of criticism and rumors with us. We don't have to let the flames engulf us. We can trust the Lord. His protection is over us, and He will see us through. Send us a text

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Faith in the Furnace explores how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego demonstrated unwavering faith when faced with King Nebuchadnezzar's demand to worship a golden idol. Their three-dimensional faith—assurance in God's ability, confidence in His deliverance, and submission to His will regardless of outcome—led to divine intervention in the fiery furnace. This biblical account challenges us to examine our own 'God Plus' tendencies, where we want God alongside comfort, approval, or success. True faith means standing firm for God even when everyone else bows down to cultural idols, knowing that God doesn't abandon us in our trials but joins us in them.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Rev. Dr. Timothy Schmeling was preacher for this service. Daniel 3:24-29: Then King Nebuchadnezzar was astonished; and he rose in haste and spoke, saying to his counselors, “Did we not cast three men bound into the midst of the fire?” They answered and said to the king, “True, O king.” “Look!” he answered, “I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire; and they are not hurt, and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.” Then Nebuchadnezzar went near the mouth of the burning fiery furnace and spoke, saying, “Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, servants of the Most-High God, come out, and come here.” Then Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego came from the midst of the fire. And the satraps, administrators, governors, and the king's counselors gathered together, and they saw these men on whose bodies the fire had no power; the hair of their head was not singed nor were their garments affected, and the smell of fire was not on them. Nebuchadnezzar spoke, saying, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, who sent His Angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him, and they have frustrated the king's word, and yielded their bodies, that they should not serve nor worship any god except their own God! Therefore I make a decree that any people, nation, or language which speaks anything amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made an ash heap; because there is no other God who can deliver like this.”

Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 73 - Thine is the Glory, Risen, Conqu'ring Son - Daniel 3:24-29: Then King Nebuchadnezzar was astonished; and he rose in haste and spoke, saying to his counselors, “Did we not cast three men bound into the midst of the fire?” They answered and said to the king, “True, O king.” “Look!” he answered, “I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire; and they are not hurt, and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.” Then Nebuchadnezzar went near the mouth of the burning fiery furnace and spoke, saying, “Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, servants of the Most-High God, come out, and come here.” Then Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego came from the midst of the fire. And the satraps, administrators, governors, and the king's counselors gathered together, and they saw these men on whose bodies the fire had no power; the hair of their head was not singed nor were their garments affected, and the smell of fire was not on them. Nebuchadnezzar spoke, saying, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, who sent His Angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him, and they have frustrated the king's word, and yielded their bodies, that they should not serve nor worship any god except their own God! Therefore I make a decree that any people, nation, or language which speaks anything amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made an ash heap; because there is no other God who can deliver like this.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 547 - Jesus, Brightness of the Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Dr. Timothy Schmeling (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)

What does it mean to be fully committed to God—even when it costs you? In Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego chose faithfulness over compromise, refusing to bow to the golden image even under the threat of the fiery furnace. Their story reminds us that true allegiance to God isn't just words—it's an enduring commitment that stands firm in the fire.In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in Daniel, equipping us with:

“Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego replied, ‘O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you. If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to save us. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty. But even if he doesn't, we want to make it clear to you, Your Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up.” - Daniel 3:16-18The book of Daniel is perhaps the most well-known of the major prophets, but also perhaps the least understood. It is a book of variation: there are perfectly understandable and well-known stories, but there are also visions and dreams and angels and hands writing on walls. There is some truly crazy stuff in the book of Daniel, but at its heart Daniel is a book about the kingdom of God, the faithfulness of God, and the providence of God. To help us navigate the book of Daniel is Dr. John Goldingay, senior professor of Old Testament and David Allan Hubbard Professor Emeritus at Fuller Theological Seminary and author of many books about the Old Testament including a commentary on the book of Daniel.Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by Jason Wieland. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 400 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback).Resources Related to This Episode:https://www.amazon.com/Biblical-Commentary-Daniel-goldingay-408pp/dp/0849902290Subscribe to the Doable Discipleship podcast at Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doable-discipleship/id1240966935) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zc9nuwQZOLadbFCZCmZ1V)Related Doable Discipleship Episodes: Navigating the Bible: Ezekiel - https://youtu.be/hlg6gBYxqsgNavigating the Bible: Lamentations - https://youtu.be/6rrizlXeYXENavigating the Bible: Jeremiah - https://youtu.be/lXPjWl8PdRkNavigating the Bible: Isaiah - https://youtu.be/NZJLaPkgEgsNavigating the Bible: Song of Songs - https://youtu.be/Sg0CYlNBVMgNavigating the Bible: Ecclesiastes - https://youtu.be/-Wr7LCh8F9ENavigating the Bible: Proverbs - https://youtu.be/DytRT5AsZg8Navigating the Bible: Psalms - https://youtu.be/oZeesooAYUINavigating the Bible: Job - https://youtu.be/14jaf2T1eCQNavigating the Bible: Esther - https://youtu.be/7RZ7ATWQZucNavigating the Bible: Nehemiah - https://youtu.be/Gok4WDgwn5INavigating the Bible: Ezra - https://youtu.be/aBC0nEjYeyoNavigating the Bible: 2 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/OG3rHTgMgEINavigating the Bible: 1 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/lQ_Qc4zbfgANavigating the Bible: 2 Kings - https://youtu.be/04q9gDhBKTkNavigating the Bible: 1 Kings - https://youtu.be/aS-KoeQXl2kNavigating the Bible: 2 Samuel - https://youtu.be/ZbpafGgOW7cNavigating the Bible: 1 Samuel - https://youtu.be/lY8wPElSFMYNavigating the Bible: Rute - https://youtu.be/YaH-t-ZzTaMNavigating the Bible: Judges - https://youtu.be/qNGcOf2o0NUNavigating the Bible: Joshua - https://youtu.be/hF28aThBtFsNavigating the Bible: Deuteronomy - https://youtu.be/HzmNgPOM4zUNavigating the Bible: Numbers - https://youtu.be/H1HO6V9HDxsNavigating the Bible: Leviticus - https://youtu.be/08RhDCXYex4Navigating the Bible: Exodus - https://youtu.be/NB9UTpS1F3MNavigating the Bible: Genesis - https://youtu.be/ddhjMfOoasAInspiring Dreams by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

What do we do when the heat around us rises and our allegiance to God is tested? This week, we're continuing our Fall Bible Study on Daniel: Living Right Side Up in an Upside Down World. Nicole walks with us through Daniel 3—the fiery furnace moment with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Using the ALIVE Method (What does it say? What’s the backstory? What does it mean? What does it mean for me?), Nicole shows how this ancient story speaks directly to modern disciples who feel pressure to assimilate to cultural idols. Key theme: Perspective matters. True allegiance shows when pressure rises. The three friends’ confession—“even if He does not”—models a courageous, non-anxious faith that resists idolatry and trusts God’s authority over our trials. In this episode, Nicole covers: How to read Daniel 3 with the ALIVE Method so you see the text, its context, its timeless truth, and its personal application. Why allegiance precedes outcomes: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego’s “even if He does not” (Daniel 3:18) courage shows faith isn’t transactional. Idolatry isn’t only “bad things”: As Tim Keller noted, a good thing that becomes an ultimate thing is an idol. Even noble causes, work, or ministry can become ultimate. (From Keller’s teaching on counterfeits; see Counterfeit Gods for a deeper dive) What to do when the heat rises: Don’t panic—pray. Seek community and God’s wisdom (cf. Daniel 2). How to interpret miracles and suffering: Miracles are a sign of God’s authority; they don’t establish it. And Scripture prepares us not to be surprised by “fiery ordeals.” Living in “Babylon” today: Practice holy resistance without withdrawal—hold firm convictions with humility, love, and clarity. Modern idolatry and competing allegiances: how to spot them, surrender them, and seek God’s kingdom first. Bible Verses Mentioned (linked) Daniel 3 (entire chapter): BibleStudyTools — Daniel 3 Daniel 3:18 (“even if He does not”): Daniel 3:18 1 Peter 4:12–13 (don’t be surprised by fiery ordeals): 1 Peter 4:12, 1 Peter 4:13 Matthew 6:33 (seek first the kingdom): Matthew 6:33 Luke 10:27 / Matthew 22:37–39 (Great Commandment): Luke 10:27, Matthew 22:37–39 Mark 2:1–12 (paralyzed man lowered through the roof—Jesus addresses the deeper need first): Mark 2:1–12 Recommended Resources and Next Steps - Get the free Daniel Study Guide: Daily 15-minute readings, reflection prompts, and prayer to help you engage Scripture all week. (Find it at NicoleUnice.com/daniel.) Subscribe & Review: If this helped you, follow the show and leave a quick review so others can find the podcast. Share the episode with a friend or small group studying Daniel. Watch the bonus segment on YouTube (Who is the “fourth man in the fire?): Join the conversation and get the extra content! https://www.youtube.com/nicoleunice Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

If you paused to consider your own faith for a moment, would you say it's a faith that can be trusted? When push comes to shove, when prayers go unanswered or when life gets difficult, do you have a faith that you can trust to stand firm? Today, Pastor Lydia Miller looks at the faith of three of Daniel's friends: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. We will look at their unwillingness to conform, and their resilient faith that stood firm even in the test of their lives. From their story, we will ask: How do I know I have a faith that can be trusted? How do I stand firm in the fire? --WebsiteFacebookInstagramSunday SetlistConnect with us!How can we prayer for you? Let us know.

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood before the most powerful king of their time, facing a fiery furnace. Their words, "But even if He does not..," show us that real faith isn't based on outcomes but on trust in God's sovereignty. True faith believes God is able, surrenders to His plan even when it hurts, and worships Him simply for who He is.Like them, our greatest witness often comes in the fire, not around it. Trials can become testimonies when we refuse to bow to fear and trust that God's presence is with us in the heat.Are you ready to live with an "even if" faith that stands no matter what?

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood before the most powerful king of their time, facing a fiery furnace. Their words, "But even if He does not..," show us that real faith isn't based on outcomes but on trust in God's sovereignty. True faith believes God is able, surrenders to His plan even when it hurts, and worships Him simply for who He is.Like them, our greatest witness often comes in the fire, not around it. Trials can become testimonies when we refuse to bow to fear and trust that God's presence is with us in the heat.Are you ready to live with an "even if" faith that stands no matter what?

In today's sermon, Pastor Stephen opens up Daniel 3, the story that tells of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego trusting God through the fire. Listen in as we discover how the fire we face in our lives will test us, reveal us, and promote us.

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Trials can feel like blazing furnaces, overwhelming, terrifying, and inescapable. Yet in Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego show us that God's presence is greater than any flame. Through unwavering conviction, surrender to God's control, companionship in the crisis, and emerging unscathed, they demonstrate faith that doesn't bow to pressure, compromise, or fear.In this message, Dr. Ike Reighard explores "Faith in the Furnace." He shows how God transforms trials into testimony, frees us from what binds us, and allows us to walk through life's fires with courage and hope. Like the Hebrew boys, we may enter trials bound, but God's presence can lead us out free, refined, and victorious.The darkness around you is real, but it doesn't have to enter you.

Trials can feel like blazing furnaces, overwhelming, terrifying, and inescapable. Yet in Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego show us that God's presence is greater than any flame. Through unwavering conviction, surrender to God's control, companionship in the crisis, and emerging unscathed, they demonstrate faith that doesn't bow to pressure, compromise, or fear.In this message, Dr. Ike Reighard explores "Faith in the Furnace." He shows how God transforms trials into testimony, frees us from what binds us, and allows us to walk through life's fires with courage and hope. Like the Hebrew boys, we may enter trials bound, but God's presence can lead us out free, refined, and victorious.The darkness around you is real, but it doesn't have to enter you.

[Daniel 1:3-4] Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, his chief of staff, to bring to the palace some of the young men of Judah's royal family and other noble families, who had been brought to Babylon as captives. [4] "Select only strong, healthy, and good-looking young men," he said. "Make sure they are well versed in every branch of learning, are gifted with knowledge and good judgment, and are suited to serve in the royal palace. Train these young men in the language and literature of Babylon."The enemy doesn't just want to ________________ you, he want to ________________ you.[Daniel 3:16-18] Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego replied, "O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you. [17] If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to save us. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty. [18] But even if he doesn't, we want to make it clear to you, Your Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up."Real faith says God __________, believes God ____________, but trusts even if He ________________.[1 Peter 4:12-13] Dear friends, don't be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through, as if something strange were happening to you. [13] Instead, be very glad--for these trials make you partners with Christ in his suffering, so that you will have the wonderful joy of seeing his glory when it is revealed to all the world.God doesn't promise to keep you ___________ the fire, He promises to be ____________ you in it.[Daniel 3:24-25] But suddenly, Nebuchadnezzar jumped up in amazement and exclaimed to his advisers, "Didn't we tie up three men and throw them into the furnace?" "Yes, Your Majesty, we certainly did," they replied. [25] "Look!" Nebuchadnezzar shouted. "I see four men, unbound, walking around in the fire unharmed! And the fourth looks like a god!"You are never ________________ alone.[Isaiah 43:2 ESV] When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.God promises to ________________ be with us.[Daniel 3:27] Then the high officers, officials, governors, and advisers crowded around them and saw that the fire had not touched them. Not a hair on their heads was singed, and their clothing was not scorched. They didn't even smell of smoke!The only thing the fire destroyed was what _____________ them.[James 1:2-3] Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. [3] For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.Your ______________ is not the end of the ________________.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Daniel 3-4; Psalm 81; Revelation 17 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, host Hunter guides us on our continuing journey through Scripture, marking the 256th day of the year. We delve into powerful stories and reflections from Daniel chapters 3 and 4, Psalm 81, and Revelation 17. Hunter begins by highlighting the dramatic tale of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, their unwavering faith in the face of Nebuchadnezzar's golden statue, and the lessons we can draw about resisting the “cult of self” in our own lives. As we listen to God's Word together, Hunter offers thoughtful insights on humility, hope, and the servant-hearted way of Jesus, reminding us that even amidst the fiery trials of life, God walks with us. The episode closes with heartfelt prayers and encouragement to cultivate hope and gratitude within community, looking forward to another day of walking together in faith. Whether you're new to Daily Radio Bible or a long-time listener, today's episode promises inspiration, comfort, and the reminder that, no matter what you're facing, you are loved and there is always hope. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Recognize the destructive life of the cult of self. King Nebuchadnezzar was the poster child for a life centered on the self—a man who built a 90-foot tall statue of gold as a monument to his own greatness and demanded all people bow down and worship an image of himself. That, friends, is the path of the self: it wants life to revolve around our own projects, desires, ambitions, and reputation. If it's not about us, it'll find another narcissist to orbit. So often, even religion gets caught up in the frenzy, enforcing the lie that life is found in worshiping anything but God—the living God who serves. But there is another way—Jesus, the servant King, shows us a life radically different from Nebuchadnezzar's. Jesus is self-giving, radically forgiving, and co-suffering in His love for all, even for those who set themselves against Him. When we awaken to Jesus, the living word, we do not escape the fiery trials and pressures of this world. But we are promised that we will never be alone in those flames. Just as God stood with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire, so He stands with us. In the end, we emerge from those flames into life—His life. The call today is to refuse to shape your life as a monument to self. Don't bow down to the cult of self or any idols that demand your allegiance. Instead, open your heart to the way of Jesus: the way of humility, service, and forgiveness. Participate in His self-giving, radically forgiving, co-suffering love. That is the way that brings true freedom and hope—hope that can't be destroyed by the fires of this world. That's a prayer I have for my own soul. That's a prayer I have for my family, for my wife, for my daughters, for my son. And that is a prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord of heaven and earth, you have awakened us in your mercy once more. Still our anxious minds, quiet our striving hearts and help us to rest in the knowledge that we are held by you. May we walk in step with your Spirit today, not ahead, not behind, but beside you in trust and love through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. O God of all peoples, you formed every soul in your image and breathed life into every heart. Open the eyes of the nations, soften hearts grown cold and teach us to live as neighbors and friends. Let your Spirit move in power. Renew the face of the earth and usher in your reign of peace. Amen. And now, Lord, let me be a bearer of your peace. Where voices divide, let me speak grace. Where fear takes root, let me plant trust. Where the world rushes on, let me walk with you. May I seek not to climb, but to kneel, not to win, but to love, not to grasp, but to give. For it is in emptying that we are filled, in surrender that we are strengthened, and in union with you that we find our truest joy. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. 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“God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.” (Psalm 46:1 NLT) When I was a kid, I attended Southern California Military Academy in Long Beach. We would have mandatory chapel every Sunday. Not being raised in a Christian home, I can recall it was the only time, for the most part, that I was ever in a church service. I remember one of the songs we sang in chapel was “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” At the time, I was experiencing a storm of my own because of the way my mom lived as an alcoholic. I remember singing, “When you walk through a storm, hold your head up high, and don’t be afraid of the dark. At the end of the storm there’s a golden sky and the sweet silver song of the lark. Walk on through the wind. Walk on through the rain.” The problem was that there was no mention of God in those lyrics. As we sang, “Walk on with hope in your heart, and you’ll never walk alone,” I thought, “Who is with me? The lark that we’re singing about? Who is here?” As Christians, we do walk through storms in life. But we can hold our heads high—not because of some bird singing but because the Lord is with us. He was with me as a little boy, though I hadn’t yet put my faith in Him completely. God was there as I cried out to Him. God was there when Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were thrown into a fiery furnace because they refused to bow down to an idol. King Nebuchadnezzar, who ordered that the sentence be carried out, expected to see their incineration. Instead, he saw something amazing. “‘Look!’ Nebuchadnezzar shouted. ‘I see four men, unbound, walking around in the fire unharmed! And the fourth looks like a god!’” (Daniel 3:25 NLT). God was there when Daniel was thrown into a lions’ den for faithfully praying to Him. When King Darius (Nebuchadnezzar’s successor) came to check on him, Daniel said, “My God sent his angel to shut the lions’ mouths so that they would not hurt me” (Daniel 6:22 NLT). God was there when Jonah—who tried to get away from Him by boarding a boat—was thrown overboard in the middle of a terrible storm and swallowed by a great fish. Jonah 1:17 says, “Now the Lord had arranged for a great fish to swallow Jonah” (NLT). These stories and countless others in Scripture reinforce an important lesson. We’re safer with God in a storm than anywhere else without Him. I would rather be with Jesus in a storm than in the plushest, most luxurious place on earth without Him. The Bible tells us that “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble” (Psalm 46:1 NLT). Sometimes God will calm or even stop the storms, but He is always with us through them. Reflection question: When have you gotten the sense that you were not walking alone through a storm in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest speaker Shane Winnings, CEO of Promise Keepers and former missionary, delivers a powerful message at Godspeak Calvary Chapel from Philippians 1, challenging believers to endure trials with unwavering faith and to live for Christ's glory rather than worldly pursuits. Reflecting on his military and police background, including a grueling Seattle Marathon with a rucksack, Winnings emphasizes that true spiritual strength emerges through suffering, drawing parallels to Paul's joy in prison. He urges the congregation to shift their perspective from fitting Christ into life's plans to making Him the pursuit, using the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's resolve to trust God “even if” He doesn't deliver. Winnings' closing prayer calls for repentance and a renewed focus on Christ, aligning with Godspeak's mission of biblical application and cultural engagement.Reference VersesProverbs 11 verse 30, Matthew 13 verses 3–23, Romans 5 verses 3–5, Psalm 139 verse 8, Matthew 6 verses 25–34, Philippians 1 verses 1–30, Philippians 2 verses 14–16, 1 John 3 verse 2, 1 John 4 verse 17, John 17 verse 3, Romans 6 verse 23, Proverbs 16 verse 9, Daniel 3 verses 16–18, 1 Peter 4 verse 12, Matthew 19 verse 24Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content!And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.comPrayer/NeedsIf you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything.Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakAny questions?Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have.Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service!-The Godspeak Team

In his message No Other Gods, Pastor Steve Penate reminds us that the Ten Commandments are not about rules but about radical love and intimacy with God. To have “no other gods before Him” means nothing can compete with His presence or share covenant space with Him. In every generation, false gods—whether idols of stone, money, success, self, or culture—fight for our devotion. But just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, when we refuse to bow, even in the fire, we encounter the true and living God who walks with us. Radical love leads to radical obedience, intimacy, and transformation.

How do you make decisions in the face of fear? Today's episode follows three brave young men as they defy an earthly king to obey their Heavenly King. We explore the history of Babylon, learn about the plight of Judah, and follow Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as they find themselves face to face with Jesus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices