Podcasts about sharing christ

Send us a textRick Mumford is the Kansas City Director for Search Ministries. From their website: “search has been transforming lives through the incredible power of face to face connections and meaningful conversations." They desire for “every adult in every city to be invited to know and share Jesus.” Their “unwavering mission is to encourage adults to take their next step toward God, meeting them where they are on their spiritual journey."Resources: Searchnational.orgSearch Greater Kansas CitySearch PodcastBooks mentioned on the podcast:Mack & Jesus: MumfordOut of the Salt Shaker Into the World: Rebecca PippertSent: Heather HollemanGiving Jesus Away: John HopperQuestioning God: John Hopper

Dadvice: Living boldly and sharing Christ at any moment

Many of us long to make a meaningful impact for Christ in our communities but feel inadequate, awkward, and afraid of accidentally causing offense. How can we communicate the life-giving invitation of Jesus in a better way? Ed Stetzer talks with Derwin Gray about his book, Lit Up for Love and how to share the gospel with authenticity, to become a beacon of light in a world desperate for love and belonging on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the nearly 200,000 incarcerated women in the United States, this Women's History Month may not feel like a cause for celebration or empowerment. For so many women, they feel a deep-rooted shame around their past mistakes. Heather Rice-Minus is President and CEO of Prison Fellowship. She has dedicated her life to serving those behind bars, shares about their struggles and how the Church is called to step in to help. The story of Jesus provides a different identity for these women, and you have the opportunity to share that story.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wmbwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think your circumstances are holding you back from sharing the gospel? In reality, those "barriers" might just be the relationship magnets God has given you! Whether you're a stay-at-home parent navigating playdates or a professional juggling a busy schedule, the key to evangelism is finding common ground with those around you. In this episode, we unpack how everyday experiences—parenting, hobbies, challenges, and routines—can open doors to meaningful relationships and gospel conversations. Don't miss this practical and encouraging conversation on how to turn life's ordinary moments into extraordinary opportunities for Christ.

"Sharing Christ at Work"  first appeared at Skyline Church. For more info about Skyline Church, visit us anytime at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.skylinechurchnj.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

We spoke with Dr. Morris today about her journey of faith and creativity. Dr. Morris spoke about facing resistance in creative faith, empowering other creatives, the role of creativity in sharing Christ, and much more. To connect with Dr. Morris: ⁠https://trinkatworks.com/⁠ G'Ades Books: ⁠https://linktr.ee/theunfilteredbygade⁠

Called to Compassion: Sharing Christ's Message Through Deeds In the last several days' readings, we hear about the prophecies . . . . . . which foretell that the blind will see, the mute will speak, the crippled will walk, and the deaf will hear. These miracles have been the focus of this week's readings, and in the Gospel, we see Jesus fulfilling these promises. He restores sight to the blind, enables the mute to speak, feeds the hungry, and heals the crippled. Similarly, the words of Prophet Isaiah assure us that those who weep will no longer mourn, and the Lord will provide bread, water, and guidance for His people. In the Gospel, Jesus moves among the people, doing good, healing the sick, and proclaiming the Kingdom of God. This fulfillment of prophecy affirms that Jesus is the promised Messiah. He is the one foretold by the prophets, the one we are called to trust. There is no other. Only He can provide what we truly need in life. Jesus Wants to Help Us The Gospel also reveals Jesus' compassionate heart. He sees the troubled and distressed, likening them to sheep without a shepherd, and He cares deeply. Unlike others who may ignore or dismiss our problems, Jesus takes our struggles personally. He wants to help, heal, and bring peace. If we trust Jesus, we will understand the depth of His love and care. He restores us and gives us new life. Seeing the need for guidance and care, He tells His disciples that the harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few. He urges them to pray for more laborers and sends them out to show compassion, heal the sick, and proclaim that the Kingdom of God is nearby. As Christians, we are called to live out this message. Our lives and actions should reflect the nearness of God's Kingdom. Jesus sends us not only to preach but also to heal, encourage, and bring hope to the hopeless. We all face struggles, whether they stem from health issues, financial concerns, or the weight of our past mistakes. Often, memories of harm we've caused or betrayals we've committed make us feel helpless. But Jesus calls us to bring these burdens to Him. He offers hope and restoration, empowering us to share this hope with others. Through Our Deeds . . . As Saint Francis of Assisi famously said, “Preach at all times; if necessary, use words.” While words have power, it is through our deeds that we truly embody the message of Christ. Listen more to this Meditation Media. Listen to: Called to Compassion: Sharing Christ's Message Through Deeds -------------------------------- Image: Jesus' Discourse to His Disciples: French Painter: James Tissot -------------------------------- Gospel: Matthew: 9:35–10:1, 5-8 First Reading: Is 30: 19-21, 23-26

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave considers how the means of grace helps us in our evangelism, Why Christmas is a great time for evangelism, Ray Comfort provides advice on addressing fear in evangelism, and much more on this new episode.What You'll Hear on This EpisodeDealing with objections to why Christians don't engage in evangelism.Advice from Ray Comfort on addressing fear in engaging in evangelism.How the means of grace help us in our evangelism.Why worldliness is crippling the Church's effectiveness in evangelism.Why we need to count the cost of following Christ to engage in evangelism.Why Christmas is a great time for evangelism.Subscribing, sharing, and your feedbackYou can subscribe to Equipping You in Grace via iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcast catcher. If you like what you've heard, please consider leaving a rating and share it with your friends (it takes only takes a second and will go a long way to helping other people find the show). You can also connect with me on Twitter at @davejjenkins, on Facebook, or via email to share your feedback.Thanks for listening to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

Happy Thanksgiving!  Today Coach Jonathan shares one of the things we can be most thankful for – God's goodness in our lives.  Everyone's story is unique – and a great tool for telling others about the Lord.  So, what's your story about and who can you share it with?We would like to send you our brand new "Scripture Absorption Journal." Think of the impact you could make if you soaked in God's Word daily and became so saturated in His wisdom and love that you couldn't help but share it!Daily prompts, weekly reflection pages, and a Bible reading tracker will help you focus and become spiritually fit for the New Year!Click the link here and get your copy today with a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

In this inspiring episode, we welcome guest speaker Daniella Kirk from Operation Open Eyes, a ministry dedicated to bringing hope and Christ's love to those in need. Daniella shares how her team hosts special Christmas parties to create a safe, joyful space for women, offering them a night of respite, encouragement, and blessings. She also opens up about the realities of human trafficking and how her ministry addresses this issue by empowering women and raising awareness. Together, we explore how each of us can make a difference, instilling strength, faith, and purpose in the next generation.Donate to the Thailand Christmas Party: Click HereThe Blog Explaining What They DOOperation Open Eyes MinistryGeneration to Generation Ministry

When Jullie and Matt Love opened The Well, their goal wasn't just to serve great coffee, but to share the life Jesus promises in John 4:14. Through deep conversations and ongoing relationships, they're making disciples in one of the most diverse and busy cities in the country. Tune in to see how their commitment to loving their literal neighbors over the long haul has transformed their community and family. Show Notes: The Well Coffee House: https://www.thewellcoffeehouse.com/  Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver  The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women  Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Ask Your Evangelism Question Now!In this episode of Gospel Talks, we explore the top five fears that stop Christians from sharing their faith. Whether it's the fear of rejection, ruining a relationship, or being asked a question you can't answer, we break down each fear and provide practical, biblical strategies to overcome them. With real-life examples and spiritual insights, you'll learn how to face your fears with courage and share Christ confidently. Tune in for encouragement and tools to help you share the gospel boldly!Support the showSubscribe to our podcast today! More Tools:

1 Timothy 1:12-15Rev. Lee Ferguson11 AM Worship

This intriguing discussion helps Christians to share the gospel in a personal and engaging way, while learning to walk alongside unbelievers in everyday life. Boden shares about making disciples, translating the Christian message for a lost culture, and sharing the hope we have in Christ through kindness and hospitality.   Get a copy of Dave Boden's book, Parallel Faith, for a gift of any amount!   Read this article for more insight on sharing God's love with others who are going through hard times.   Listen to a ReFocus with Jim Daly episode with Rosaria Butterfield.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

2 Corinthians 5:11-17

This is the final sermon in the Colossians series. In this message, Pastor Mark walks through Col. 4:2-18 to show how Sharing Christ is how we ought to spend our life, and this text shows us how we ought to do that. Preached 5/1/24.

Emmanuel Baptist Church San Jose, CA www.emmanuelbc.org

Emmanuel Baptist Church San Jose, CA www.emmanuelbc.org

Emmanuel Baptist Church San Jose, CA www.emmanuelbc.org

Emmanuel Baptist Church San Jose, CA www.emmanuelbc.org

Emmanuel Baptist Church San Jose, CA www.emmanuelbc.org

“Sharing is caring” is a popular phrase that communicates that people demonstrate that they care when they share what they have with others. The excitement and enthusiasm that is displayed when sharing about a clothing sale, a place to get quality merchandise for cheap, or a place to save on gas can be infectious. This is what sharing should look like in the body of Christ. The post BEING AN AUTHENTIC CHURCH: Sharing Christ (YOU-Spr'24, Study 2, Session 2) appeared first on YOU.

Until Acts 4, the beginning of the church experienced miraculous success. People joined the church daily, shared what they had with one another, and gained more and more favor with outsiders. But in Acts 4, all of that changes. Suddenly confronted with the gospel truth, Jewish leaders give in to their anxiety and start harassing the disciples. Peter and John are forced into court, interrogated, and threatened. But instead of toning down their message, they get bolder. Peter remains a stable non-anxious presence amidst the fear of the culture around him. Our culture is much the same today. And like Peter we also have a choice; we can either tone down our message, or get bolder in proclaiming it. By reminding ourselves that Christ is our cornerstone, we too can remain non-anxious and continue spreading the good news with those around us.

Until Acts 4, the beginning of the church experienced miraculous success. People joined the church daily, shared what they had with one another, and gained more and more favor with outsiders. But in Acts 4, all of that changes. Suddenly confronted with the gospel truth, Jewish leaders give in to their anxiety and start harassing the disciples. Peter and John are forced into court, interrogated, and threatened. But instead of toning down their message, they get bolder. Peter remains a stable non-anxious presence amidst the fear of the culture around him. Our culture is much the same today. And like Peter we also have a choice; we can either tone down our message, or get bolder in proclaiming it. By reminding ourselves that Christ is our cornerstone, we too can remain non-anxious and continue spreading the good news with those around us.

Until Acts 4, the beginning of the church experienced miraculous success. People joined the church daily, shared what they had with one another, and gained more and more favor with outsiders. But in Acts 4, all of that changes. Suddenly confronted with the gospel truth, Jewish leaders give in to their anxiety and start harassing the disciples. Peter and John are forced into court, interrogated, and threatened. But instead of toning down their message, they get bolder. Peter remains a stable non-anxious presence amidst the fear of the culture around him. Our culture is much the same today. And like Peter we also have a choice; we can either tone down our message, or get bolder in proclaiming it. By reminding ourselves that Christ is our cornerstone, we too can remain non-anxious and continue spreading the good news with those around us.

Sharing Christ with those in need is a noble work. Preaching the gospel, withnessing for Christ is God ordained and it is a blessed work. Unfortunately, not many who claim to be Christians do not do it at all. They are grossly negligent in sharing the gospel with those who are on their way to hell forever. Those who are obedient disciples are led by the Holy Spirit to share Christ the life & truth with others. Spirit filled evangelism yeilds great results and some amazing stories are shared in this episode! Let us prayerfully and faithfully begin to do it from now on. May God bless your efforts. Amen. SDG.

Series: Guard the TreasureTitle: 5 Keys to Success in Ministry (& Life)Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16 NIV Bottom line: “Watch your life and doctrine closely.” Persevering in them will lead to success in ministry (and in life).Alt. Bottom Line: We succeed in ministry through Christlike character and competency.Competencies that include:The WordGifted nessDiligence, andBalanceINTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESOUTLINESDISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDINTRODUCTIONIllustration or storyLife-Changing Words by Nicky GumbelMy father wanted to go to Russia before he died. We went there on holiday as a family. At that time Bibles were strictly illegal there. I took with me some Russian Bibles. While I was there I went to churches and looked for people who seemed to be genuine Christians. (Church meetings were often infiltrated by the KGB.)On one occasion, I followed a man down the street after a service. I went up to him and tapped him on the shoulder. There was nobody about. I took out one of my Bibles and handed it to him. For a moment, he had an expression of utmost disbelief. Then he took from his pocket a New Testament, which was probably 100 years old. The pages were so threadbare they were virtually transparent. When he realised that he had received a whole Bible, he was elated. He didn't speak any English and I didn't speak any Russian. But we hugged each other and he started to run up and down the street jumping for joy.CONTEXTTimothy seems to be where he doesn't really want to be right now.Church didn't call him.Elder leaders don't think he's seasoned enough.And yet Paul sends him to “Guard the treasure” for the sake of the Church's mission.In ministry and in life, we guard the treasure of the gospel (truth and godliness) successfully by growing in Christlike character and the following competencies:The wordGiftedness DiligenceBalanceBut it all starts with and is built on character. Rick Warren showed me this using his famous baseball diamond illustration. First base is fellowship (knowing Christ), second base is discipleship (growing in Christ) which is where character formation begins, third base is ministry (serving as the hands and feet of Christ), and home is mission (Sharing Christ). You'll notice that ministry or competency (third base) is built on the foundation of second base (character) which is built on knowing God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Yeah, it all starts with Christlike character which is a fruit of the Spirit of God that we receive at salvation. SERMON OUTLINE (based on Hughes' outline):Successful Ministry requires us to grow in Christlike character and competency—Becoming and Doing like Christ:I. Successful ministry assumes that you are eating and exercising spiritually. A. Diet—word of God (1 Tim 4:78-)B. Exercise—training to remain/abide in Christ (cf. John 15:1-5)C. Note that in v. 11 Paul urges Timothy to “Command and teach these things.”II. Successful ministry happens through personal godliness/Christlike character. (V. 12) Note Paul's 5-fold godliness description:A. Through speechB. Through conductC. Through loveD. Through faithE. Through purity—John goes on to describe the completed church in heaven – their *purity* and their *power*. The two are connected. As Pastor Rick Warren has tweeted, ‘In ministry, *private purity* is the source of *public power*.'F. Note that he starts with the observable and moves to the inner life. G. Paul seems to understand that when we are challenged in our leadership our first impulse/response is to speak when we should listen and act when we should be still.III. Successful ministry happens through the Word (v. 13)A. Public reading of scripture“When a church ceases to be in touch with another world, she is no longer in touch with this one.” -someone, heard from J Vernon McGeeB. Preaching—exhortation to obey, imitate, or apply the Word to your lifeC. Teaching—explanation and doctrinal instruction More than devotional thoughtsMore like boundaries, wisdom and truths to base your faith on when you're tempted to doubt e.g. What is God like?IV. Successful ministry happens through personal giftedness. (V. 14)A. Not talking about talents or abilities here, though they are relevant. B. Talking about spiritual gifting that comes with the Holy Spirit when we are born again. When we are spiritually born, we get birthday gifts:New life/new creation or spiritual birthday where we are immersed (baptized) by the HSPresence of the Spirit as a deposit guaranteeing he'll finish what he's startedFruit of the Spirit (builds character)Gift(s) of the Spirit (points to our ministry or spiritual strengths)Everyone has at least oneNo one has them allSee Romans 12, 1 Cor 12, and Eph 4:11-12 for a partial list of spiritual giftsV. Successful ministry happens through diligence. (v. 15)A. DietB. Train hard. Hard work. VI. Successful ministry happens through balance. (V. 16)A. Note the balance in this verse. “Godly people are God-fearing people. They have experienced the Copernican revolution of Christian conversion from self-centeredness to God-centeredness..” -John StottLife (how you live) andDoctrine (what you believe) What you believe determines how you live and How you live demonstrates what you (really) believeI.e. Faith matters in life—not just in the afterlife.B. Note how this verse summarizes successful ministry: “Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.”“Yourself” (character)“Teaching” (word & gifting)“Persevere in them” (diligence)Balance seen in summary formC. Find Your Balance by Nicky GumbelMy body is so inflexible. I was told once by a professional fitness trainer, who happened to notice the way I was walking, that I was one of the worst cases of stiffness he had ever come across. I am now trying to do more stretching! I had considered myself reasonably fit (for my age!), as a result of still playing squash and biking everywhere. But in other ways, I realised I am not. Physical fitness is a balance of strength, flexibility, aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Some people are exceptionally strong but cannot even run to catch a bus. Others are aerobically very fit (they could run a marathon), but are not very strong. However, spiritual fitness is far more important than physical fitness. It also involves balancing a number of areas of your life.CONCLUSIONSt. Patrick's Day. It's always been--and never been--a holiday for me. It hasn't been a holiday for me because I don't partake in the typical Irish revelry. No interest there. It has been a holiday for me in that I tend to wear green that day and engage in the silly banter around that tradition. But I've never really taken the holiday marking the death of St. Patrick seriously. But that's changing.The more I learn about this disciple-making saint, the more I like him. Like Joseph, son of Jacob, he was sold into slavery--this time to the Irish barbarians. After six years of servitude, he escaped eventually making it back to his British homeland. It's at age 48--my age this year--that he receives a "Macedonian call," similar to Paul in Acts, to go share the Gospel with the Irish. He gathers a team and does just that for the next thirty years. As a result, the Irish move from a pagan culture to a Christian one.He used methods that were controversial, to say the least, in the church in that day. He didn't focus on converts but on making disciple-makers. He emphasized holy-living while planting 200 churches. He used methods that focused on implanting Christ into the Irish culture instead of paving a Romanized Christ overtop of that culture. A movement was born, as a result.I pray that we'll see that as our missional mandate--to take Christ to our culture in a way that results in a movement that redeems that culture instead of destroying it. What a legacy St. Patrick has. I hope I leave a legacy like his. Bottom line: “Watch your life and doctrine closely.” Persevering in them will lead to success in ministry (and in life).PrayNOTESLet's ask some summary questions:Q. What do I want them to know?A. 5 keys to success in ministry (and life)Q. Why do I want them to know it?A. So that they'll examine their life Q. What do I want them to do about it?A. Make adjustments and surrender to his way.Q. Why do I want them to do it?A. So they'll stay true to Christ and carry out his mission.Q. How can they begin to do this?A. Prayerfully examine their life and obey the word.OUTLINESOutline Bible (Willmington)SECTION OUTLINE FOUR (1 TIMOTHY 4)Paul contrasts two kinds of shepherds.1. GODLESS SHEPHERDS (4:1-5): Paul warns Timothy against false teachers.II. GODLY SHEPHERDS (4:6-16): Paul lists some dos and don'ts concerning Christian ministry.A. The don'ts (4:7a, 12a, 14)1. Don't waste time arguing over foolish ideas and silly myths (4:7a).2. Don't be intimidated because of your youth (4:12a).3. Don't neglect your spiritual gift (4:14).B. The dos (4:6, 7b-11, 12b-13, 15-16)1. Warn the church members concerning apostasy (4:6).2. Keep spiritually fit (4:7b-11).3. Be a godly role model in all you do (4:12b).4. Continue to publicly read, teach, and preach the Word of God (4:13).5. Give yourself wholly to the ministry (4:15).6. Keep close check on your own life (4:16).BKC OutlineI. The Salutation (1:1–2)II. Instructions concerning False Teachers (1:3–20)III. Instructions concerning Conduct in the Church (2:1–3:13)IV. Instructions concerning Guarding the Truth in the Church (3:14–4:16)A. …C. Responsibilities of a good minister of Christ (4:6–16)V. Instructions concerning Various Groups in the Church (5:1–6:10)A. Concerning various age-groups (5:1–2)B. Concerning widows (5:3–16)C. Concerning elders (5:17–25)D. Concerning slaves and masters (6:1–2)E. Concerning the heretical and greedy (6:3–10)VI. Final Charge to Timothy (6:11–21)A. Exhortation to godliness (6:11–16)B. Instructions for the rich (6:17–19)C. Exhortations to remain faithful (6:20–21)W Wiersbe sermon outlineKey theme: How to manage the ministry of the local churchKey verse: 1 Timothy 3:15I. The Church and Its Message (1)II. The Church and Its Members (2–3)III. The Church and Its Minister (4)A. A good minister (4:1–6)B. A godly minister (4:7–12)C. A growing minister (4:13–16)IV. The Church and Its Ministry (5–6)A. To older saints (5:1–2)B. To widows (5:3–16)C. To church leaders (5:17–25)D. To servants (slaves) (6:1–2)E. To trouble-makers (6:3–5)F. To the rich (6:6–19)G. To the “educated” (6:20–21)DISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process:Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really God's word, what changes would I have to make in my life?Who am I going to tell about this?Final Questions (optional or in place of above)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastAlternate Discussion Questions: Based on this passage:Who is God?What has he done/is he doing/is he going to do?Who am I? (In light of 1 & 2)What do I get to do? (In light of who I am)Final Questions (index cards optional)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?MAIN REFERENCES USED“1 - 2 Timothy,” by David Helm, Preaching the Word Commentary, Edited by Kent Hughes“1 & 2 Timothy” by John StottExalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Timothy & Titus, David Platt, Daniel Akin, Tony Merida“Look at the Book” by John Piper (LATB)“The Visual Word,” Patrick Schreiner (VW)“The Bible Knowledge Commentary” by Walvoord, Zuck (BKC)“The Bible Exposition Commentary” by Warren Wiersbe (BEC)Outline Bible, D Willmington (OB)Willmington's Bible Handbook, D Willmington (WBH)NIV Study Bible (NIVSB) https://www.biblica.com/resources/scholar-notes/niv-study-bible/Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT)ESV Study Bible (ESVSB) https://www.esv.org“The Bible in One Year 2023 with Nicky Gumbel” bible reading plan on YouVersion app (BIOY)ChatGPT https://openai.com/blog/chatgptAnswerThePublic.comWikipedia.com

Sharing Christ in Today's Culturew/ Shauna Pilgreen

US State of the Union Address; Bribery; Political Jesus?; Exodus study; Social safety nets; Setting captives free from bondage of Egypt; Baptism into Corban; Welfare snares; Sweet savors of the altar; The Way of John the Baptist; "idiotes"; Golden calves/statues; Christ's way of liberty; Mistaking emotion for Holy Spirit; Abraham leading out of bondage; Practical altars; Taxation; Church-provided Social Welfare; Pervasive darkness; John 8:1; Stoning; Wrath of God; Love = charity; Learning what real Christians were doing; Alternate jurisdiction; Light of the World; Awakening to righteousness; Jesus in the Temple treasury?; Covetous practices; Caiaphas became a Christian?; Pilate?; Prodigal sons; Seeking His kingdom and righteousness; Which "sin"?; Workers of iniquity; Col 3:5; Disobedience; Eph 5:5; Cutting yourself off; 1 Cor 5:10; Hearing God's words; More than just home congregations; Republics vs democracies; Organized religion; Knowing the way of Christ; Networking together; "death"; Leaving judgement to the Father; Wanting to kill Jesus; Bringing anger to the surface; Mark 9:35; Mark 12:41; Luke 5:3; "sat"; How the kingdom works; Lk 16:6; Anarchy; Unseen corruption; John 19:13; Rome's purpose in Judea; Are you doing righteousness?; The Devil; Your control; Christ's "weightier matters"; Injustice; Your bondage; Parens patria; Marriage licenses; New World Order; Finding others to gather with; Surviving freedom; Sharing Christ's light; Seek His kingdom and righteousness.

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Message from Guest on February 18, 2024

Rev. James Williams (C.U.R.E.) Montgomery

Have you ever wondered how to unlock the power within you to become the leader God intends you to be? This week, we embark on a spiritual exploration of Ephesians 3:20, uncovering the transformative potential of surrendering to Christ's Lordship. We'll also take you on a fascinating journey with Jeff Davis of Truth in Nature, an organization playing a pivotal role in the lives of young boys without father figures. Jeff and I delve into the inspiring realm of using our passions for a greater good, setting the stage for some compelling discussions on how you can mirror this in your own life.For full show note details, go to the episode webpage:https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/295-fun-friday-sharing-christs-love-through-creation/Our Black Friday promotion is Live Right Now!We're thrilled to offer you access to our vibrant community at over 50% off! Inside our community, you'll find opportunities to elevate your journey through exclusive spiritual kick-offs, engaging Bible studies, Lion lunches, forums, and so much more. Don't miss out, your journey begins here. Visit thelionwithin.us to join today!Join the Community TodayThe exclusive community for men who are seeking Truth and Accountability which creates courage to lead, fulfillment and direction. Start your 30-Day Risk-Free trial today!Join the Daily Spiritual Kick OffFor only $5 a month, join Chris and other members every weekday morning in our app! Dive into God's Word and leave with practical ways to simplify and apply it to your daily walk. Join the Daily Spiritual Kick Off today!

Why do Christians not share their faith with non-believers? Join Pastor Ben as he explores statistics on evangelism and challenges us to have meaningful conversations with non-Christians.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 8:34-38, Acts 1:8 Series: Christ in Culture   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Shawn and Kathy Salamida about their faith journeys, what led them to adopt, some of the challenges they went through during the adoption process, and advice for parents that are looking to adopt.

Partner Morgan Boardman grew up in ministry and had a continuing desire to keep evangelism in the forefront of where he would serve. For several years he developed a strong skill set in fundraising, working for a consulting firm that supported churches and ministries. Then God began floating a different kind of opportunity before Morgan, although he didn't realize it. After the third opportunity presented itself, it became clear that God had a new direction, but was still going to meet the desires planted in Morgan's heart. Listen to Morgan's story and how he is using his gifts and talents to advance the Kingdom. Could God be floating a new adventure your way? Morgan Boardman's bio.  Reach out to Morgan here: morgan@medsend.org PinnacleForum.com Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2023/10/ul-podcast-262/

How are you at sharing your faith in Christ? For most of us, much as we want to share, it's difficult. Our heart races, our breathing speeds up, and our hands get clammy. What if we do it wrong? What if we alienate someone we love? Join Sharon and Nicole for a close look at how Paul shared Christ and how we can do so as well - with wisdom and respect. Continue reading Episode 113 Sharing Christ Wisely - 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 at Sweet Selah Ministries.

Sometimes we miss the point of the plod. God made the plod. Sharing Christ, living for Christ, exalting Christ in our daily work takes faithful, patient diligence. It's a slow but rewarding work. Today I'm sharing how we can prove faithful in the plod.    Show Notes: sheprovesfaithful.com/podcast/episode246 Support $5 a Month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithful    

Dare to dream about living a big life for the glory of God! That is our theme today, through seemingly mundane examples of daily faithfulness and stewardship. Today, Stephanie welcomes Janell Wood, who was inspired to host exchange students and turn it into a ministry. Hosting these students has not only impacted their lives but has also transformed Janell's life in the process. Stephanie was a foreign exchange student from France when she was 17 (30 years ago this year!) and, as you may know, she gave her life to Jesus at the end of her  year there. She is a living proof example of the power of faithfulness when a family welcomes a student in their home and shares Christ faithfully--albeit imperfectly. Being real and authentic is what matters. Janell therefore encourages us to be authentic and to ask God for guidance in making decisions that might affect our lives. Together, Stephanie and Janell talk about faith and daring to trust God to live a big life for His glory. Janell also discusses the importance of exposing her kids to different worldviews and traditions through hosting exchange students. In her ministry, Janell interviews young women who have questions about God and belief, and they speak with various Christian apologists to address these questions. Janell emphasizes the importance of being faithful in one's spiritual walk, and of loving God and our neighbors. BONUS | QUESTIONS TO GO DEEPER 1. How has Janell's experience hosting exchange students challenged and transformed her faith in God? 2. Janell talks about embracing change and stepping out in faith. What are some examples of where you see this in your own life? 3. Janell emphasizes the importance of being authentic and seeking God's guidance. How do you remain authentic in your relationships and life experiences? 4. How has apologetics helped you to address your own doubts and uncertainties about faith? 5. What can we learn from Janell's approach to sharing her faith with others she meets in her work? 6. How has traveling and experiencing different cultures impacted your worldview and faith? 7. Janell's family intentionally exposes their children to different worldviews. Have you had conversations with your own family, friends, or colleagues about faith differences and how to love others well through those differences? 8. What can we do to "offer our lives" to God and be obedient to His call in our lives, even when we don't necessarily see the results? 9. How do you handle fear or doubt when stepping out in faith to do something new or challenging? 10. How can we seek God's guidance in making decisions that might impact our lives or the lives of those around us? MEET JANELL WOOD Janell Wood is a devoted wife and mother of four children who grew up in a Christian household and gave her life to Christ at an early stage. Although she experienced her own doubts and struggles with faith, she felt a nudge to go all-in for the Lord after reading Francis Chan's book, Crazy Love. Fueled by this call to action, Janell and her husband decided to do something extraordinary and ended up hosting exchange students from different parts of the world. Starting from the Netherlands, they now have hosted five exchange students and hope to host more! The experience has been life-changing for Janell, who now views this ministry as a way of opening her heart up to young women from different backgrounds who have never known someone who deeply loves the Lord. The journey has not been without its challenges, but Janell has found that God has been working in her life along the way. Find Janell at https://www.janellmwood.com/ If you want more info about hosting foreign exchange students, go to www.efexchangeyear.org If you want to get connected with Janell directly on this topic, meet her at https://efexchangeyear.org/iec/janell-wood/ or email her at  janellmwood@gmail.com We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Or, of course, you can start at the beginning with episode 1.  Season 1: the gospel of Matthew like you've never experienced it https://www.podcastics.com/episode/3280/link/ Season 2: Experience Jesus through the Psalms https://www.podcastics.com/episode/33755/link/ Season 3: the gospel of Luke, faith in action https://www.podcastics.com/episode/40838/link/ Season 4: Proverbs spiced with wisdom https://www.podcastics.com/episode/68112/link/ Season 5: Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Season 6: Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Season 7: Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ Season 8: God's glory, our delight |  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   We are spending one whole month having conversations with inspiring guests about parenting at different stages of life - from newborns to adult children, and every stage in between! 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Before God fully captured his heart, Joe Dallas identified as a homosexual and tried to integrate his sexuality with his Christian beliefs, actively promoting a pro-gay theology. In this broadcast, Dallas addresses major controversies in today's increasingly hostile cancel culture, helping believers to cultivate respectful discussions and share Christ's love and truth with others who don't share our faith. (Part 2 of 2)Receive the book "Christians in a Cancel Culture" and the audio download of the broadcast "Sharing Christ in a Cancel Culture" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-10-11?refcd=1495207Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/sharing-christ-in-a-cancel-culture-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Before God fully captured his heart, Joe Dallas identified as a homosexual and tried to integrate his sexuality with his Christian beliefs, actively promoting a pro-gay theology. In this broadcast, Dallas addresses major controversies in today's increasingly hostile cancel culture, helping believers to cultivate respectful discussions and share Christ's love and truth with others who don't share our faith. (Part 1 of 2)Receive the book "Christians in a Cancel Culture" and the audio download of the broadcast "Sharing Christ in a Cancel Culture" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-10-11?refcd=1495207Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/sharing-christ-in-a-cancel-culture-part-1-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/