Podcasts about shepherds

Brad Cummings joins me again today as we dig into the greater role of the pastor. Too often the focus in the congregation as a body, not the development of disciples. We should be seeking to raise up people that are greater than us. This is central to our calling, as we mentor the roles of Shepherds and Stewards to go forth and spread the good news. #BardsFM_DiggingIntoTheWord #Disciples  #ShepherdAndSteward Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com EnviroKlenz Air Purification, promo code BARDS to save 10%: www.enviroklenz.com EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here MYPillow promo code: BARDS >> Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939.  White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS BardsFM CAP, Celebrating 50 Million Downloads: https://ambitiousfaith.net Morning Intro Music Provided by Brian Kahanek: www.briankahanek.com Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here EMF Solutions to keep your home safe: https://www.emfsol.com/?aff=bards Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS26: TreadliteBroadforks.com No Knot Today Natural Skin Products: NoKnotToday.com Health, Nutrition and Detox Consulting: HealthIsLocal.com Destination Real Food Book on Amazon: click here Images In Bloom Soaps and Things: ImagesInBloom.com Angeline Design: AngelineDesign.com DONATE: Click here Mailing Address: Xpedition Cafe, LLC Attn. Scott Kesterson 591 E Central Ave, #740 Sutherlin, OR  97479

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Our shout-out today goes to Ron Frick from Wayzata, MN. Thanks for your partnership in Project23. We cannot do this without donors like you. Our text today is 1 Corinthians 9:7-12a. Who serves as a soldier at his own expense? Who plants a vineyard without eating any of its fruit? Or who tends a flock without getting some of the milk? Do I say these things on human authority? Does not the Law say the same? For it is written in the Law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an ox when it treads out the grain." Is it for oxen that God is concerned? Does he not certainly speak for our sake? It was written for our sake, because the plowman should plow in hope and the thresher thresh in hope of sharing in the crop. If we have sown spiritual things among you, is it too much if we reap material things from you? If others share this rightful claim on you, do not we even more? — 1 Corinthians 9:7-12a Paul knows exactly what some people are thinking, so he addresses it head‑on. People working in ministry shouldn't expect to get paid. Paul responds with a simple question: Does that make sense anywhere else in life? Soldiers get paid. Farmers eat from what they harvest. Shepherds benefit from the flock they care for. None of these realities are controversial—they are obvious expectations. Work is sustained by the provision it brings. Then Paul raises the stakes. This isn't just common‑sense reasoning. It's biblical logic. He reaches back to the Law of Moses and quotes an ordinance about oxen treading grain. Muzzling an ox was abusive—it prevented the animal from eating while it worked, forcing nonstop labor without relief or reward. Paul uses this image deliberately. God forbade that kind of exploitation, and Paul applies the same moral logic to ministry: those who labor in the gospel are not to be worked relentlessly while being denied the fruit of their labor. God is not anti‑paycheck when it comes to ministry. And the Bible is not embarrassed by material support for spiritual labor. Provision does not corrupt calling; it sustains it when handled rightly. Supporting gospel work is not indulgence. It is obedience. It reflects God's order, not human greed. This matters because confusion here leads to two opposite errors. One is suspicion toward anyone who is supported in ministry. The other is pride in those who refuse support, as if forced deprivation itself proves holiness. Paul rejects both. The right to support is legitimate. It is reasonable. It is biblical. And in the next breath, Paul will tell us why he chooses not to use it. And what I am about to say may sound self‑serving, but it isn't: ministry is not anti‑paycheck. God has always designed his work to be sustained by the people it serves. DO THIS: Reflect on how you view material support for spiritual work and ask whether your perspective aligns with God's design. ASK THIS: Do I associate spiritual purity with financial deprivation? How does Scripture reshape the way I think about provision and calling? Where might I need to replace suspicion with biblical clarity? PRAY THIS: Father, align my thinking with your design. Help me honor the work you value and support what you sustain. Guard my heart from pride, suspicion, or confusion. Amen. PLAY THIS: "All I Have Is Christ"

1. Seth continues his review of Luke 11, further examining the tombs of the prophets.2. No question in the inbox.3. Seth discusses AI usage in church.

For today's episode, Pastor Mike and Bryan sit down with a special guest from the Shepherds conference, Gary Kim the owner of 316 publishing.

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Keusi Donald, Executive Director and Lead Shepherd with Economic Opportunities (known as "EcOp"), along with Consultant Ramsay Clark, who both highlight the 35-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of justice-impacted and under-resourced adults in the Greater Memphis Area by providing sustainable employment opportunities, life coaching, spiritual guidance, and mentoring through their innovative "Shepherd's Work" program. During the interview, Keusi explains their Shepherd's Work model, which pairs participants with mentors for comprehensive support during employment. The organization and Shepherds offer support in various areas including job training, credentials, and personal development, with a strong emphasis on faith-based principles. Keusi highlights the importance of retention support and accountability to both individuals and employers. He highlights EcOp's evolution, including the implementation of the Shepherd's Work model in 2017 and a pilot for new credential training opportunities in 2024. He emphasizes EcOp's independence as a standalone 501c3 organization since 2024, which provides flexibility in grant submissions and stakeholder involvement. Keusi shares a success story of an individual who went from unemployment to securing a higher-paying job and purchasing a home with the help of EcOp's services. Keusi highlights the importance of giving individuals access to employment resources and the collective effort needed to support their reintegration into the workforce. Ramsay then provides information on how the public and corporate leaders can get involved with EcOp, including visiting the website and contacting him for further information. Visit https://www.ecopmemphis.org to learn more about Economic Opportunities or email Ramsay Clark at ramsayclark1@gmail.com to discuss specific ways to engage with EcOp.

Series - The Gospel According to Zechariah pt. 18 Text - 10:6-12 by Paul Abeyta, pastor | Midweek Service | 03.11.26

Pastor Larry Turner with Standing Stone Ministries shares their work to pastors and ministry leaders to provide encouragement, mentoring, and confidential care. He discusses common struggles you're seeing among ministry leaders, warning signs that a pastor may be running on empty, a healthier pastor impact the overall health of a church and advise for a pastor that's feeling weary. Pastor Larry draws from nearly three decades of pastoral experience and is passionate about strengthening those in ministry—helping them navigate challenges, stay spiritually healthy, and remain faithful to their calling.

Shepherding was hard and generally thankless work. And that is exactly the image the Bible uses for spiritual leadership. Consequently, shepherds can be prone to shepherd selfishly rather than sacrificially. How do we overcome this? Sermon Outline:I. The Shepherd's Perspective.II. The Shepherd's Calling.III. The Shepherd's Reward.Sermon Discussion Questions:1. Think of a leader in your life who modeled sacrificial shepherding. What did that look like practically, and how did it affect you?2. How does remembering that the people we lead ultimately belong to God change the way we treat them in the church, in our families, or in places where we have influence?3. Peter addresses three vices shepherds face: sloth, desire for gain, lust for power. Which of these do you think is most common today, and why? Where might you personally feel the pull of one of these?4. In what ways do you find your service drifting from love for Christ toward mere habit or obligation? What practices help you return to that first love?5. How does keeping eternity in view practically change the way you approach discouraging or thankless seasons of serving others?

Verse by Verse – Parables, Week 19 Pastor Nathan Zickert · John 10:1–18 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

Today I'm continuing my Bold Pastor Series: Shepherds in the Storm with Pastor Gary Hamrick from Cornerstone Chapel. We're talking about Israel, the headlines that won't stop coming, and what biblical discernment and civic engagement should actually look like for Christians right now. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or confused, this conversation will help get you grounded back in God's Word and back to peace.Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

On This Week at Charlestown Road, Jason and Roger revisit Sunday morning’s sermon, “The Sheep & Shepherds of God’s Pasture,” digging deeper into the work of shepherds or overseers in the life of a local church.

1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9

Message from Pastor AJ SwansonExodus 18; Numbers 11; 2 Samuel 12; Ezekiel 34; Jeremiah 23

Message from Pastor AJ Swanson1 Peter 5; Acts 20; John 21

Message from Pastor AJ SwansonRomans 13:1; John 19:11; Acts 20:28

Sunday Morning, March 1, 2026 | S0606 SPEAKER: Jason Hardin DOWNLOAD: Interactive outline WATCH NOW: Livestream S0606

In this episode, Joshua reviews Family Shepherds by Voddie Baucham Jr. You will find an overview of the book along with helpful portions read aloud.

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Text - Zechariah 10:1-5 Series - The Gospel According to Zechariah pt. 17 by Paul Abeyta, pastor | Midweek Service | 02.25.26

HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT: The Shepherds Gathering Conference - April 27-29, 2026! Register online at theshepherdsgathering.com and check out the latest podcast to find out all the details from Pastor Jerry Madden

What if church felt less like a spectator event and more like a training camp? In Christ continues as Neil Silverberg opens Ephesians 4:7–12 and shows how the ascended Jesus gives people as gifts—apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers—to equip every believer for real ministry. Unity doesn't erase difference; it thrives on it. Grace meets diversity, and the church matures, stabilizes, and moves with purpose.Neil lingers on the often-overlooked power of the ascension. Drawing from Psalm 68 and Psalm 110 and Peter's words in Acts 2:33, he frames Jesus as the triumphant King who ascended and then distributed gifts to his people. He clarifies Paul's “descent/ascent” parenthesis, not as a post-cross torment but as the movement from incarnation and humiliation to exaltation, so that Christ might fill all things. This keeps the conversation grounded: leadership is not self-invented expertise; it is a stewardship derived from the risen Lord.From there he unpacks the fivefold ministry as Jesus' design for growth, not a leadership ladder. Apostles lay and extend healthy foundations. Prophets bring a present word that is weighed, not worshiped. Evangelists make the gospel plain and stir a heart for the lost. Shepherds care as a team—plural elders who lead by teaching. Teachers ground us in truth. The aim is equipping, not dependence, so that people become apostolic in mission, prophetic in discernment, evangelistic in witness, pastoral in care, and rooted in teaching.“Pastors As Equippers” challenges common models that keep congregations passive and leaders exhausted. Neil contrasts three philosophies of ministry—the museum curator, the short-order cook, and the wise master builder—and urges leaders to move from needs triage to blueprint-building on Christ and the written word. Echoing Elton Trueblood, he insists the ministry belongs to all who share Christ's life, while pastors exist to help them practice it. And with R. Paul Stevens, he reminds leaders that true equipping points people to depend on the Head, not on human personalities.Neil also explores the rich meaning of equipping (katartismos): mending what is torn, establishing firm foundations, and training like athletes who actually enter the race. The outcome is a therapeutic, formational, and sending church—where disciples heal, are formed on Christ and Scripture, and are released into mission. Watch and share with your team or small group, and let's build a church that looks like Jesus—united, diverse, and equipped.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

Welcome to the Christmas series! It is time for God to announce the arrival of his only begotten Son. Who shall He choose to proclaim his arrival to first? Kings? Priests? No… He sends a choir of angels to lowly shepherds. Sign up for special devotionals at StoriesoftheMessiah.com. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the Pray.com app. To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the podcast! This week Brent and David continue the series for February. They are sitting down to talk about the importance of reframing the concept of your volunteers from providing chaperones to building shepherds for the students in your ministry.Whether you are a young or old youth pastor, we would love for you to listen in and see what is talked about in today's episode and we would also love to hear from you! What is your tidbit of advice that you would add to the conversation?You can listen to this episode on all your preferred podcast providers. We would also love to have you join the conversation if you would like to be on the show!Shoot us a message on social media (@talkstudentmin) or an email (podcast@studentministryconversations.org) to get a time set for you to be on the show.Connect With SMC⁠⁠⁠⁠www.studentministryconversations.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram – ⁠⁠⁠⁠@talkstudentmin⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook – ⁠⁠⁠⁠@talkstudentmin⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Student Ministry Conversations"⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect With The HostsBrent Aiken – @heybrentaikenDavid Pruitt - @pruacoustic

On today's show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill buzzes about two very different nonprofit educational institutions that are sure to tug at your heart, hopefully your wallets, and that nearby box of tissues to wipe away a tear from your eye. Michael talks with two parents from the tiny Noah-Christian Academy in Salem, Virginia that works with PreK through 2nd grade children who have struggled in traditional schools. And he visits with the nonprofit Masterpiece Alliance, which provides community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Masterpiece Alliance has formed a new partnership Shepherds College, a first-of-its-kind college in Wisconsin that offers higher education and workforce training  for the community that they serve.

Preached at The Shepherds' service, ANOINTED PEOPLE INTERNATIONAL 

The leaders of church and state have defied God by not taking care of His people. God has organized for new shepherds to lead His people, henceforth. Jeremiah 23:1-4 (KJV)

In this episode of Shepherds of the Wild, filmmaker Tom Opre sits down with Garrett Budds, Chief Conservation Officer of American Prairie, for a direct and wide-ranging conversation about one of the most ambitious conservation projects in North America. Budds explains American Prairie's vision to assemble a large, functioning prairie ecosystem in north-central Montana and addresses hard questions around land acquisition, grazing allotments, bison reintroduction, predator expansion, water rights, public access, and hunting. This episode explores what "rewilding" really means on the ground—and how conservation, agriculture, wildlife management, and rural communities collide in the modern American West.

Thanks for watching! This sermon was preached by Dave Cook at Calvary Baptist Church on 2/8/2026 as part of our Gospel of John sermon series. We'd love to have you join us in person or learn more about who we are.

In every generation, God raises up shepherds who are willing to speak the truth—even when it costs them. In this Shepherds in the Storm episode, I'm joined by my friend Pastor Phil Hopper, lead pastor of Abundant Life Church, to talk about why the church was never meant to be silent. We unpack the fear keeping pastors quiet, why today's biggest issues are biblical—not political—and why courage in the pulpit matters more than ever. If you're a pastor, church leader, or believer longing for clarity and conviction in a confusing culture, this conversation will encourage you.Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

We're joined by newly engaged couple Phil and Kim to discuss the Valentine's Day slasher, Heart Eyes! We talk about love, feminism, decorative muscles, throuples, Adam Sandler's ugliness, Love Actually, and the immortal sexiness of Devon Sawa. Content Warning: Spoilers, Gore This episode's drinking game: Drink whenever . . . Harry brings up Scream (finish drink) Someone says the title of a rom-com Our Guest's Awesome Stuff: Check Phil's fantastic band, Lito and the Shepherds! And here they are on Spotify! Socials n' Such: Check out the show on Instagram and Facebook! Wanna suggest a movie? Wanna say "hi?" Did you make a movie we should watch? Email us: harryandjenpodcast@gmail.com

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Ephesians 4:11-13 “Jesus traveled through all the towns and villages of that area, teaching in the synagogues and announcing the Good News about the Kingdom. And he healed every kind of disease and illness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. He said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.'” – Matthew 9:35-38  NLT   “like sheep without a shepherd” – Mark 6:34  1 Kings 22:17  Ezekiel 34:5  Zechariah 10:2 Jesus to Peter, “Feed my sheep / Shepherd my sheep.” – John 21:15-17  CSB Jesus loves us. Jesus gives us gifts. Spiritual gifts given by Jesus, not to be limited (There is no prescribed formula or “gift mix” for any particular office, as God uses different people in different ways in each of these five ministries Christ has given.), not to be confused with gifts given by Father God listed in Romans 12:6-8, or gifts given by God the Holy Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12:8-10. “And he (Jesus) himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God's Son, growing into maturity with a stature measured by Christ's fullness.” – Ephesians 4:11-13  CSB Ephesians 4:11-13 with context of Ephesians 4:1-16. Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors/Teachers: Jesus' agape love = motivation and evaluation. A person who functions in a particular way for the purpose: “Jesus gives some a gift for ___ and equipping each of us to be active in ___.” Equipping – making, preparing, training, perfecting, making fully qualified for service, (in classical language the word was used to describe setting a bone during surgery – The Great Physician is now making all the necessary adjustments so the church will not be “out of joint”) Shepherds – one who is responsible for the care and guidance of a Christian congregation “pastor or minister” Pastors – Care-giving leadership Shepherd understanding from: Psalm 23, Ezekiel 34, Luke 2:8-20, John 10:7-18, Luke 15:4-7, Hebrews 13:20, 1 Peter 5:1-5, Acts 20:28, “In Ephesians 4:11 there are four classes of person, not five, for the last class involves two complementary roles, pastor and teacher, in other words, to guide and help a congregation as well as to teach.” – Louw & Nida Greek – English Lexicon Teachers – feeders Teacher – one who explains or shows how to do something, one who provides/imparts instruction, 70 times Jesus is referred to as a teacher. “You have one Teacher…one Instructor, the Messiah.” – Jesus in Matthew 23:8-10  CSB  (teaching disciples humility when they lead, in contrast to the Pharisees) Biblical – a spiritual leader who explains God's Word, guides believers into spiritual maturity, equips them for ministry, and models Christ-likeness, acting as a conduit for divine truth to build up the church and lead people to obedience and worship. This role involves diligent study, sound doctrine, discipleship, and fostering growth. In the New Testament, this includes the apostles, Paul, Barnabas, Apollos, Priscilla, Aquila, and Timothy. Paul – 1 Timothy 2:7  2 Timothy 1:11  Teachers recognized in Antioch, Acts 13:1. Elders/pastors are required to be able to teach the local church, in 1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:9. How would we describe the pastor-teachers mentioned in Ephesians 4:11? Jesus-following, care-giving, feeding, serving leaders, equipping the local church members for the work of the ministry, growing into great spiritual maturity, stability, and ability to refute deceptive narratives. Leading you to a place that you may not have been able to arrive at on your own. If Jesus gives good gifts, for his purpose and our benefit: What are pastors? What are pastors NOT? What is the purpose of our interactions with pastors? …according to Ephesians 4:1-16 What should we do? 1.       Read Ephesians 3:14-21 and 4:1-16. 2.       Pray, asking God for guidance. 3.       Think about what we are reading. 4.       Write down elements of God's purpose for us. 5.       Write down ways in which we should interact.

In this episode of Heroes of the Holocaust, CJ Burroughs shares the true stories of three Righteous Gentiles who protected Jewish lives. The pastors we'll meet today were spiritual shepherds who refused to stay silent in the face of evil.You'll hear the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German pastor whose faith led him to resist Hitler… and make the ultimate sacrifice.You'll also meet Vladimir Kuna, a pastor in Slovakia who opened his church orphanage to Jewish children whose parents had nowhere else to turn.And finally, we'll travel to France to remember André and Magda Trocmé, whose compassion inspired an entire town to shelter Jewish refugees and protect them from Nazi persecution.These stories remind us that faith is not shown by words alone—but by action, even when doing what's right comes at a cost.To learn more about God's people—from the days of the Bible through the present day—visit The Fellowship's Learn Center.

Shepherds Not Hirelings Why You Need Pastoral Care Episode Summary Too many men today confuse content with care. They follow pastors online, defend them in comment sections, and quote them from podcasts but when their marriage is bleeding, their son is drifting, or sin tightens its grip, those men are nowhere to be found. In this episode of The Patriarchy Podcast, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon sits down with Aaron Prelock, pastor of Bloomington Bible Church and newly elected president of New Geneva Academy, to expose the lie of influencer Christianity and recover the biblical vision of real shepherds. We talk about what pastoral care actually is, why the modern church has traded shepherds for platforms, how this damages men and families, and why your soul depends on being known, corrected, and loved by faithful elders. This is a call to stop drifting. Stop just consuming. Christ did not redeem you to be untethered. He bought a people and gave them shepherds, not hirelings. Check out New Geneva Academy: https://www.newgenevaacademy.com/ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Content Is Not Care02:20 – The Biblical Call to Shepherd the Flock04:30 – Introducing Aaron Prelock and New Geneva Academy08:00 – Pastoral Ministry in a Hostile Culture13:45 – Training Pastors in Character, Conviction, and Courage20:00 – Loving the Church as It Is, Not an Ideal25:45 – Purity and Peace in the Church28:30 – Sponsor: Steadfast Cigars29:45 – What Pastoral Care Actually Is35:10 – Why Preaching Alone Is Not Enough41:20 – The Internet Age and the Loss of Shepherding43:40 – Why Every Man Needs Pastoral Care48:40 – What Real Pastoral Care Looks Like49:55 – When Pastoral Care Becomes Abuse55:25 – A Word to Cold and Weary Pastors57:10 – Final Charge to Men About the Show The Patriarchy Podcast features in-depth conversations on faith, culture, theology, and leadership. Each episode equips Christians to live boldly and biblically in an age of compromise, calling men to reject passivity and embrace responsibility. Support the Mission We are raising funds to expand Sovereign King Academy and keep tuition affordable for families.Give here: https://sovereignkingacademy.com Connect with The Patriarchy Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePatriarchyPodcastSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/58tm5zjzApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/f3ruzrsaWebsite and All Links: https://linktr.ee/thepatriarchypodcast Follow Pastor Joseph Spurgeon:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatriarchyPodcastX: https://x.com/PatriarchyPodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatriarchypodcastGab: https://gab.com/thepatriarchypodcast Sponsored By Steadfast CigarsFor men who reject passivity and hold the line.Order at: https://steadfastcigars.com Fit Father ProjectReclaim discipline. Get strong. Lead your family well.Start here: https://secure.fitfatherproject.com/a/transformation/4539 Books by Joseph Spurgeon:It’s Good to Be a Boy: https://a.co/d/7zpEh5DIt’s Good to Be a Girl: https://a.co/d/6VlBTzS Final Call to Action Subscribe for more conversations that sharpen men for battle.Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.Like and share this episode to call men back to Christ’s Church. Build. Fight. Protect. Lead. This is The Patriarchy. https://youtu.be/-W0Qf5WOeps

1 Peter 5:1-5 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider the polity of Christ's church. That is, they consider the organization of the local congregation and the role of elders (shepherds, pastors, bishops, overseers).Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24230The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

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Pastor Rich Blum joins me for an unfiltered conversation about what happens when cultural hostility no longer stays outside the church doors. We unpack the disruption of a Minnesota church service and why moments like that demand courage and real shepherding—not silence. From COVID and government overreach to education, freedom, and biblical authority, this episode is a clear call for pastors and believers to stop playing defense and start leading. This is no time to shrink back—it's time for faithful leadership to rise.Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/fanmailfriday

The three guys catch up at the start of 2026. Kyle is accused of being almost Baptist. Rural Tim Keller recounts a recent instance of harassment from Dr. Pres. Rev. York. But then the guys quickly sober up as they turn to the topic at hand. For they take up the weighty discourse of public …

For hundreds of years, the left has seen religion and in particular Christian churches as the enemy, and America got the latest reminder of that over the weekend when a mob disrupted a Christian worship service with the help of failed CNN anchor Don Lemon. The show explains the left's long history of anti-Christian hostility and calls for accountability. "Shepherds for Sale" author Megan Basham explains how this anti-Christian harassment is joined by steady internal subversion, and reacts to "rising star" Democrat James Talarico, a "seminarian," claiming that all religions are just as good as Christianity. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the close of the nineteenth century, serial killer Joseph Vacher terrorized the French countryside for years, eluding capture while murdering more victims than Jack the Ripper. His sprawling crime wave ultimately drew in prosecutor Emile Fourquet and pioneering criminologist Alexandre Lacassagne, whose pursuit of Vacher helped push criminal investigations toward the modern era. My guest is Douglas Starr, author of "The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True Crime Story and the Birth of Forensic Science". He shares details with us about Vacher's reign of terror and the groundbreaking investigation that led to his conviction. The author's website: https://douglasstarr.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is time for God to announce the arrival of his only begotten Son. Who shall He choose to proclaim his arrival to first? Kings? Priests? No… He sends a choir of angels to lowly shepherds.Today's Bible verse is Luke 2:10, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peace came first to people who needed it most. Shepherds in the dark. Then heaven broke through with the Prince of Peace. In this Christmas message, experience the peace that transforms.NEXT STEPSHave you made the decision to follow Jesus? You might be wondering what's next for you. We want to help! Check out these resources to ​​discover what saying yes to Jesus means: https://www.life.church/yesCelebrate Christmas at Life.ChurchIn a world that can feel dark, uncertain, and heavy, there's a peace that changes everything. His name is Jesus. We invite you to spend the Christmas season at Life.Church. Come as you are, bring your friends, and get ready to be filled with the peace that only Jesus can bring. Find out more about Christmas at Life.Church: https://www.life.church/christmas/ABOUT THIS MESSAGEYou might be feeling a lot of things this Christmas season—and not all of them joyful. Maybe you're struggling with loneliness or wondering if anyone really sees you. Jesus came to meet you right where you're at and be exactly what you need. Let's discover who Jesus is and what that can mean for us in our new series.The Gift: An Advent Devotional: https://finds.life.church/advent-devotional/7 Powerful Names of Jesus in the Bible: http://go2.lc/jesus-namesThe Christmas Story Bible Plan: https://go2.lc/christmas25ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.churchFind locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/appFIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/life.churchTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifechurchYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@life.churchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIG GROESCHELYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/craiggroeschelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craiggroeschelLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/35447748/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The shepherds were ordinary people, faithfully tending their flocks, when God interrupted their routine with extraordinary news. Chosen to witness the birth of the Savior, these humble outcasts responded with immediate obedience, awe, and heartfelt praise. Luke’s Gospel reminds us that God meets us exactly where we are—not where we think we should be. True worship isn’t limited to church services or special moments; it flows from obedience, attentiveness, and living each moment for God’s glory. Like the shepherds, we are invited to respond to Jesus with joyful praise and to glorify God in the everyday rhythms of life. Main Takeaways You’ll learn why God often meets us in ordinary moments, just as He did with the shepherds. Discover how obedience to God naturally leads to joy and worship. Understand that worship extends beyond singing—it includes everyday acts done for God’s glory. Be encouraged that God can use you right where you are, regardless of your circumstances. Reflect on how living with eternity in mind shapes a life of praise and purpose. Bible Verse References Luke 2:20 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/2-20.html Luke 2:8–14 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/passage/?q=luke+2:8-14 Luke 2:15–16 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/passage/?q=luke+2:15-16 Psalm 139:7–8 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/psalms/passage/?q=psalm+139:7-8 1 Corinthians 10:31 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/1-corinthians/10-31.html Your Daily Prayer Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that You meet us where we are and work through ordinary lives for Your glory. Open our eyes to see Your presence in our daily routines and help us respond with obedience, joy, and praise. Teach us to do everything—both big and small—for Your honor. May our lives reflect worship in spirit and in truth, and may we boldly share the good news of Jesus, just as the shepherds did.Amen. Want More? Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement rooted in Scripture. Leave a rating or review to help others discover the podcast. Visit LifeAudio.com to explore more Christ-centered podcasts. Read more devotionals and Bible studies at Crosswalk.com and Christianity.com. Relevant Links & Resources Study today’s Scripture passages with helpful tools at:BibleStudyTools.com – https://www.biblestudytools.com Faith-based articles and Christmas devotionals:Crosswalk.com – https://www.crosswalk.comChristianity.com – https://www.christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.