Podcasts about Spirit

Gen 26:17-27:46, Matt 9:1-17, Ps 10:16-18, Pr 3:9-10

The Demon of Dover MassachusettsEpisode 470 | January 12, 2026In Tonight's Episode of Paranormal Mysteries...Almost five decades ago, a small Massachusetts town was thrust into the paranormal spotlight when several of its residents encountered a terrifying creature they couldn't comprehend. It's a story that has captured people's imaginations ever since, and spurred numerous researchers and news outlets to investigate the bizarre reports. But was it merely a hoax, or was it in fact a sinister creature that we have yet to explain? A creature most famously known as, The Dover Demon.SOURCESOnly In Your State - https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/massachusetts/dover-demon-ma/The Register Citizen - https://www.registercitizen.com/news/article/TWISTED-HISTORY-The-Dover-Demon-12106167.phpMilford Daily News - https://www.milforddailynews.com/story/news/2005/05/08/what-exactly-was-dover-demon/41187738007/Chowdaheadz - https://www.chowdaheadz.com/blogs/news/new-england-myths-legends-the-dover-demonAll That's Interesting - https://allthatsinteresting.com/dover-demonExemplore - https://exemplore.com/cryptids/The-Mystery-of-the-Dover-DemonLoren Coleman - http://www.lorencoleman.com/books.htmlMUFON - https://mufon.com/NEUFOR - https://www.neufor.com/APRO - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerial_Phenomena_Research_OrganizationINFO & CONTACTWebsite: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.comTell Your Story: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/tell-your-storySUPPORT THE SHOWPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/paranormalmysteriesBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/paranormalPayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MG24QCZBAWRRNFOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParanormalMysteriesPodcastPodcast Source: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-mysteries--2321086

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Show Summary: Which fruit of the Spirit do you struggle with? As we work to be more Christlike, we often struggle with different Spirit-produced characteristics in different seasons of life. In this special God Hears Her conversation hosted by Eryn Eddy Adkins, Elisa Morgan invites us to consider the fruit of the Spirit and how we can grow in these qualities of character to reflect Jesus in everything we do.    Notes and Quotes:  “Most of us, no matter what our age, we want to grow a life that matters. We want to leave a legacy of character.” —Elisa Morgan  “It's not up to us to grow the fruit [of the Spirit]. It's up to God to grow the fruit, but we have the opportunity to cooperate with Him as the fruit producer; the orchard keeper in our lives.” —Elisa Morgan  “God's fruit of the Spirit is His characteristics evident in our personalities. So joy in you might look a little different than joy in me, but it's still going to look like joy.” —Elisa Morgan   Verses:  Galatians 5:17-25 Jeremiah 17:7-8  Related Episodes:  GHH Ep 86 – When We Pray Like Jesus: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/when-we-pray-like-jesus/ GHH Ep 115 – Unhurried Transformation with Gem Fadling: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/unhurried-transformation/  Links:  God Hears Her website: https://go.odb.org/ghh191  Fruitful Living by Elisa Morgan: https://a.co/d/9pTkuIF Subscribe to the God Hears Her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GodHearsHerODBM

Jason and Pierre had worked together for a decade putting siding on houses. They were good friends, but neither was talkative. As they worked, they said hardly a word. Yet they knew each other so well that this was seldom a problem. The two could rely on the mere nod of a head or glance of the eyes to communicate. Small gestures spoke volumes. Psalm 32 evokes this level of familiarity between God and the psalmist. One version renders verse 8 this way: “I will guide you with my eye” (nkjv). God isn’t looking from afar; He’s a loving Father working in partnership with His child. While the psalm begins with confession of sin (vv. 1-5), the focus is not on punishment but on loving redirection as God teaches His child the right path. The other option is to be like the horse or the mule, which “must be controlled by bit and bridle or they will not come to you” (v. 9). The picture is of willful defiance and ignorance of God’s way. As believers in Jesus, we are to develop a deep intimacy with God so we’re in tune with His gentle gestures. One way we develop this intimacy is through reading the Scriptures. This helps us “keep in step with the Spirit” (Galatians 5:25) so we’ll love what God loves. Then we can “rejoice in the Lord and be glad” (Psalm 32:11).

When God asks a question, it's never because He needs an answer—it's because we do.In this message, we look at the powerful moments in Scripture when God asks questions that reveal the true condition of the human heart. From Solomon's defining encounter with God to the first questions asked in the Garden of Eden, we discover that God's questions are invitations—into surrender, repentance, wisdom, and intimacy.This sermon challenges us to examine:What we truly desire when God says, “Ask, and I will give.” How small compromises slowly drift our hearts away from GodWhy obedience creates clarity—and convenience creates distanceThe difference between worldly intelligence and godly wisdomHow surrender positions us to actually hear God's voiceIf you've been asking God for relief, direction, or clarity, this message will help you shift your prayers toward wisdom—and align your heart with what God treasures most. Authentic Church 2416 N Center St Hickory, NC 28601 (Beside Planet Fitness) GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Job 32-34

Job 32-34

Take all of that to your heart and take courage as you begin again to live for your Lord. Let your light shine, let the Spirit of God pour love out of your heart and see what God will do – even in painful situations. Broadcast #6974To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menuA transcript of this broadcast is available on our website here. To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram.

Garth Heckman The David Alliance TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com    Awaken the Spirit    Christina walking past my door     The river of God… The Mississippi River John 7:38 He who believes in, out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water. The very next verse (John 7:39) explicitly identifies this river: "But this He spoke concerning the Spirit, whom those believing in Him would receive..."   John 4:14 a fountain of living water - the Holy Spirit     Why does the spirit dry up - how do we awaken the spirit?   1 Cor. 2:14 But people who aren't spiritual can't receive these truths from God's Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can't understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means. 15 Those who are spiritual can evaluate all things, but they themselves cannot be evaluated by others. 16 For, “Who can know the Lord's thoughts?     Who knows enough to teach him?”[h] But we understand these things, for we have the mind of Christ.     **Here Paul talks about how the sinful man/unspiritual can't understand the spiritual realm.  BUT HE GOES ON IN CHAPTER 3… Stating that there are some Christians that cannot understand the spiritual realm due to living in their flesh.  Chapter 3 3 Dear brothers and sisters, when I was with you I couldn't talk to you as I would to spiritual people. I had to talk as though you belonged to this world or as though you were infants in Christ. 2 I had to feed you with milk, not with solid food, because you weren't ready for anything stronger. And you still aren't ready, 3 for you are still controlled by your sinful nature.      CONTROLLED BY THE FLESH…. VS. CONTROLLED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT  

January 11, 2026. Fr. Tyler's homily for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Enjoy! Gospel Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. John tried to prevent him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?” Jesus said to him in reply, “Allow it now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he allowed him. After Jesus was baptized, he came up from the water and behold, the heavens were opened for him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”

Pastor Chrissy Cole teaches week two of the Rhythms series with a message titled “Worship.” This sermon reframes worship as a spiritual rhythm designed to form believers through corporate gathering, unity, and devotion to Jesus—not simply an emotional experience. Chrissy outlines the kind of worship that pleases God: unity-driven devotion, Spirit-filled praise, Bible-centered proclamation, and a heart-connected response that leads to obedience and transformation. (00:00) - Podcast intro & welcome (00:23) - Sermon intro: Worship as a rhythm (01:18) - Worship is God's invitation (not emotionalism) (01:48) - The power of worshiping with the Body (03:46) - Rhythms form us into Christlikeness (06:21) - Worship vs fellowship (don't reduce it) (07:04) - Don't drift into isolated “safe faith” (09:14) - Worship beyond Sundays (prayer room & presence nights) (11:06) - If there's no worship, it's just a convention (13:45) - Worship that pleases God: unity-driven devotion (18:52) - Worship that pleases God: Spirit-filled praise (24:44) - Worship that pleases God: Bible-centered proclamation (30:38) - Worship that pleases God: heart-connected response (32:53) - First biblical worship: sacrifice (Genesis 22) (38:06) - Personal story: fear, conflict, and humility (40:51) - Invitation to respond to Jesus (42:38) - Salvation prayer (44:03) - Closing & online community outro

1/11/26  (banger alert) What does it mean to have the eyes of your understanding enlightened? This weeks's message is about the process of mind renewal where we begin to see things from the perspective of the Spirit in order to usher the reality of Heaven into the earth. 

Gen 24:52-26:16, Matt 8:18-34, Ps 10:1-15, Pr 3:7-8

Gen 24:52-26:16, Matt 8:18-34, Ps 10:1-15, Pr 3:7-8

It began with a rush of cold air in a bathroom and a growl no human throat could make. What followed stretched across multiple homes, multiple years, and multiple attempts to outrun whatever kept finding her in the dark.From beds shaking in the night to shadows slipping through hallways, from terrified pets to friends who saw figures she didn't dare describe, Molly's experiences only grew more intense with each move. A new house brought new nightmares. A new town brought new voices. And no matter how often she changed her address, something seemed to change with her.But it wasn't until people around her—friends, neighbors, complete strangers—started commenting on the same unseen presence that she began to wonder whether the haunting wasn't attached to a place at all… but to her.Now an adult raising a daughter who has begun staring at empty corners, Molly asks the question she's avoided for years: What if some people don't live in haunted houses… but live with the ability to hear what everyone else has learned to ignore?#realghoststories #paranormalencounter #hauntedlife #shadowfigure #sleepterror #entityattachment #ghostlyanimals #residualhaunting #redbluffhaunting #supernaturalexperiencesLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

"In today's Conversations for the Journey, host and Care Director Wes Butler leads us in praying through Acts 2:1-21. In this episode, we pray for 3 things seen in Acts 2:1-21—we thank God for the gift of the Holy Spirit and ask him to give us a sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, that the fruit of the Spirit would be evident in our lives, and that we would revere God's Word. If you would like to submit a prayer request to the Watermark prayer team, you can do so at https://www.watermark.org/prayer You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665 Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources! https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df"

836 Worshiping with Fasting and Prayer Night and Day, A Guided Christian Meditation on Luke 2:36-38 with the Recenter With Christ app The purpose of this podcast is to help you find more peace in  and connect with the true source of peace, Jesus Christ.  Outline: Relaxation, Reading, Meditation, Prayer, Contemplation and Visualization.  You can sit comfortably and uninterrupted for about 20 minutes.You should hopefully not be driving or anything tense or unrelaxing.  If you feel comfortable to do so, I invite you to close your eyes.   Guided Relaxation / Guided Meditation:   Breathe and direct your thoughts to connecting with God. Let your stomach be a balloon inflate,  deflate. Scripture for Meditation RSV 36 And there was a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phan′u-el, of the tribe of Asher; she was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years from her virginity, 37 and as a widow till she was eighty-four. She did not depart from the temple, worshiping with fasting and prayer night and day. 38 And coming up at that very hour she gave thanks to God, and spoke of him to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. NAB 36 There was also a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived seven years with her husband after her marriage, 37 and then as a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day with fasting and prayer. 38 And coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem. Reflection on Scripture: The prophetess, Anna, dedicated her life to God. This scripture outlines her frequency in the temple as well as prayer and fasting. She was where God's presence was represented to be. As a result she was able to see the redemption of God and was able to share it. Catholics and Orthodox Christians hold Anna in reverence as a Saint. It is such an interesting micro story that is shared here. The woman is called a prophetess and it references her father as though we are supposed to know who he is. Or perhaps symbolically because his name means "Face of God" One fact that is hard to deny is that if we spend our time where godly things happen, we are more likely to encounter godly things. If we want to encounter God more in our life we should ponder on going to the places where His presence is represented for example church and making our home a sanctuary to the Lord. I sometimes reflect on the nature of this dedication. Obviously us as fallen and sinful humans don't get to decide where God goes based on what we dedicate to Him. God can choose to go anywhere God wants to go. With that said, when we dedicate places to God and set it apart, such as the Temple, we put ourselves in the kind of mind where we look for and see God more. Perhaps it is because he chooses to bless us with His presence to encourage us to do more of the things that He wants.  So the invitation stands for us to dedicate our homes as sanctuaries to God and treat them as such, not making habits of sins that would challenge that dedication. Also spending time with Godly music, and also spending time in community with others in church attendance and worship. Also making prayer and fasting a part of our process of building a relationship with the Lord.  Meditation of Prayer: Pray as directed by the Spirit. Dedicate these moments to the patient waiting, when you feel ready ask God for understanding you desire from Him. Meditation of God and His Glory / Hesychasm: I invite you to sit in silence feeling patient for your own faults and trials. Summarize what insights you have gained during this meditation and meditate and visualize positive change in your life: This is a listener funded podcast at patreon.com/christianmeditationpodcast Final Question: If you consider the invitation and command to persevere in the faith, what change in your life does that bring to your mind?  FIND ME ON: Download my free app: Recenter with Christ Website - ChristianMeditationPodcast.com Voicemail - (602) 888-3795 Email: jared@christianmeditationpodcast.com Apple Podcasts - Christian Meditation Podcast Facebook.com/christianmeditationpodcast Youtube.com/christianmeditaitonpodcast Twitter - @ChristianMedPod  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE:Genesis 27-28; Psalm 4 and Luke 11 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible podcast! In today's episode, dated January 11th, Hunter, your Bible Reading Coach and brother, guides us through a rich journey in Scripture, diving into Genesis chapters 27 and 28, Psalm 4, and Luke chapter 11. As always, Hunter invites us to keep things simple: spending time in God's Word, letting it shape and transform us, with the ultimate goal of experiencing the love of Jesus. This episode traces the dramatic story of Jacob and Esau, the struggle for blessing and birthright, and God's faithfulness in Jacob's life—even as he journeys away from home. We hear David's cry for help in Psalm 4, and receive Jesus' wisdom in Luke, including His teaching on prayer, the goodness of God as our Father, warnings against religious hypocrisy, and encouragement to seek God persistently. Through heartfelt reflections, Hunter challenges the lies of separation and legalism, pointing us to a God who is close, present, and loving—not distant or angry. The episode closes with prayer, practical encouragement, and an invitation to deeper engagement with Scripture every day. So, whether you're new or a longtime listener, settle in and let today's Scriptures and reflections draw you closer to Jesus—the One who offers unconditional love and the gift of Himself, the Holy Spirit. Let's walk together, step by step, in this daily journey of faith! TODAY'S DEVOTION: He's angry. These teachers are a bunch of fakes. He's angry because these teachers of His Word ought to be offering people something real, something true. He's angry because they're a bunch of religious, self-righteous, self-serving hypocrites, and Jesus is none too happy about it. They're telling lies about God, and the main one is a lie of separation. God is separate, he's distant, and he's angry. He's angry until you perform the right religious duties, until you wash your hands the right way, until you wash your cup in just the right way, until you give the right amount of everything that you own in just the right way. Even the herbs in your garden and a thousand other things like this were all used as a way of ensuring that you knew that God was separate from you, that he was angry with you. And this message of separation served these guys well. They leveraged it for coercion and control, for power, prestige, and money. They used this lie to become important in the eyes of those with power. They liked to walk around with their flowing robes in the marketplaces. They liked when important people, powerful people, recognized them and honored them. All the while the people suffer. Jesus looked at this and declared it hogwash. He called them hypocrites, snakes, vipers. In effect, Jesus says, you say that you speak for God, but you don't know God. If you knew God, you would know his justice, not yours, which is so rarely just. You would know his love—his love which declares that God is not separate. Rather, God is here. He is with us, and God is for all people. He is wanting his people and his priests who use his name to tell the truth, to demonstrate the love and justice of God, to live in the reality of the God who is with us, the God who is their present king, because it's true and the world so desperately needs it. If you read the Bible and you're left with a God who is separate, distant, petty, and angry, more concerned with how much turmeric you tithe than he is about you loving your neighbor and knowing that you are loved, then you've been sold a lie and you have completely missed the point of who he is. Because the point of his word is to show us that God is for us, not against us. That God is good. That God is not petty, but abounding in grace and mercy. That God is present and he is full of love. This was the message of all the prophets. God. God is with you, people. Wake up. Wake up to the God who is with you. He's angry that religion has become a way to crush people's spirits with unbearable religious demands rather than something that sets them free and makes them new. Jesus begins this reading in Luke by telling us that God is something completely different than what the Pharisees are selling. Jesus says God's not like that. God is good. When you ask him for good things, he doesn't give you scorpions and snakes. He's a good father. Don't let circumstances and the seeming delay in God's response to your need dissuade you from the truth of his kindness. Like the man who's knocking and seeking and asking for bread, God comes through. So keep asking, keep knocking, keep seeking. God's not angry with you. Don't let others or the circumstances prevent you from knowing the kind of father that you really have. Your Father knows what it's like to give his children good gifts. Earthly fathers know what it's like to do that. How much more will our good Father give good gifts if we ask for them? Jesus is angry at the evil in this world that keeps people from knowing and experiencing his loving kindness. God's not angry with you. What's the gift the good Father is giving? He's giving himself. He's giving the Holy Spirit. How much more will your Heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him? He is offering himself to be with us and in us. Pray that God will renew your mind so that you will no longer see your Father as separate from you and angry with you, but rather as good and kind. He wants to give you everything. May your soul, may my soul, may we know this well today. That's my prayer. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  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 tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO to this reflection on YouTubeGospel - Matthew 3: 13-17As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.”

This episode addresses a tension many believers feel but rarely understand: why truth, rules, and even Scripture can feel lifeless or oppressive. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 3, Dr. Jim explains that the issue is not the Word of God, but the absence of dependence on the Spirit of God. True Christianity is not self-powered obedience but Spirit-empowered life.Topics DiscussedThe meaning of “the letter killeth, but the Spirit giveth life”Why truth without the Spirit produces frustration rather than transformationHow rules and standards provoke rebellion when divorced from graceThe difference between self-effort Christianity and Spirit-enabled obedienceWhy the solution is not rejecting the Word, but relying on the SpiritKey TakeawaysThe Bible is never the problem; dependence on self is.Obedience without the Spirit leads to defeat, not freedom.The Spirit gives life to truth, enabling joyful, willing obedience.Christianity only works when Christ Himself is the source of power.Real freedom comes through surrender and faith, not self-discipline alone. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Job 29-31

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260111dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. But John tried to deter him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?” Jesus replied, “Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness.” Then John consented. As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:13-17 How’s Your Approval Rating? Whether it’s at work, school, or home, we are constantly graded, compared to others, and rated. The boss gives us our annual review. The teacher hands out report cards. The son informs mom that her Mac & Cheese isn't as good as what Dylan’s mom makes. It is strange how these “ratings” can affect our day. If they’re good, we feel good. If they’re lousy, we feel lousy. If they’re nothing special, then we are tempted to feel that we’re nothing special. How's your approval rating with God? How have you been keeping up with those Ten Commandments? Remember, they’re not God’s suggestions; they are his commands. How’s it going between you and your neighbor, all your neighbors? Jesus said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” If we’re going to talk comparisons, why not go all the way and, as God says, compare ourselves to him. “Be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.” Yikes! Will I ever meet with God’s approval? Will God ever say of me, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased”? This is what makes the Baptism of Jesus, as well as our own baptisms so special. God, in his grace, has connected me to Jesus. God has given me faith in Jesus as my Savior. Jesus has taken away all my sins. Jesus gives me his perfection and holiness. When God looks at me, he sees Jesus and he says, “This is my son, my daughter, whom I love! With him, with her, I am well pleased.” Approval ratings don’t get any higher than this. God be praised! Prayer: Dear Jesus, when doubts of my worth come, drown them in the waters of Baptism and remind me of your love for me in Jesus. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Lord Jesus, at the Jordan River You humbled Yourself, standing among sinners and revealing the Father's love. The heavens were opened, the Spirit descended, and the Father proclaimed You as His beloved Son.Renew in us the grace of our own baptism. Wash us clean of sin, strengthen us with the Holy Spirit, and help us to live as beloved children of God.May we walk in faith, serve with humility, and reflect Your light to the world. We ask this in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 11, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 2. In this chapter, Paul uses a toll called a diatribe to confront religious self-righteousness, showing that moral superiority, possession of the law, or outward signs like circumcision do not exempt anyone from God's judgment. He argues that God shows no partiality. Our relationship with God is not based on ceremonies, activities, or lineage. It is rooted in faith and proved with Spirit-led obedience. Ultimately, Romans 2 levels everyone, revealing equal need for God and emphasizing that faith is proven by a transformed heart and life.

What if you stopped guessing God's will like a blindfolded dart throw and started walking in it every day? In Colossians 1:9–14, we unpack Paul's prayer and discover that guidance isn't reserved for crises or special moments. It's the steady result of being filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we can walk worthy of the Lord and live a life that fully pleases Him.We start by reframing what a “good week” looks like under the supremacy of Christ. Then we lay out God's general will that applies to every believer: care about souls, pursue sanctification, be filled with the Spirit, silence fools by doing good, and expect suffering to become a platform for the gospel. From there, we move to practical discernment for the 10,000 decisions Scripture doesn't list—relationships, jobs, school, care for aging parents—using a clear four-step framework: pray to be Spirit-filled, confirm through the Word, evaluate the fruit over time, and invite faithful believers into your process.This approach replaces anxiety with purpose. As we walk this way, Colossians promises real outcomes: we bear fruit in every good work, grow in the knowledge of God, and receive strength according to His glorious might for endurance, patience, and joy. Gratitude rises because the Father has delivered us from darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, where redemption and forgiveness define our identity. If you're ready to trade guessing for guidance and activity for fruitfulness, press play, take notes, and let's walk worthy together. If you want to learn more about the MidTree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.

In this episode, we dive into Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount and uncover how the Beatitudes are not a checklist of virtues, but a portrait of a life transformed by grace. We explore how true spiritual fruit flows from surrender, not striving, and how the Kingdom of God belongs to the humble, the broken, and the spiritually hungry. Through historical context and Scripture, this message challenges cultural ideas of power, status, and performance, and calls us back to the inner work of the Spirit that forms us to look more like Jesus. ______________________________________________________________________________________ NEW HERE? We'd love to connect with you. Text "NEW" to 323-405-3232 SERMON NOTES: www.bible.com/organizations/f223…-a8fc-3297da42c26a - Or Text: "SERMON" To: 323-405-3232 CONNECT WITH US: Hopeland Website: www.hopelandla.com Hopeland Podcast: @steinbot-519314947 Hopeland YouTube: www.youtube.com/@hopelandchurch Hopeland Facebook: @hopelandla Hopeland Instagram: @hopeland.church To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people with the gospel click here: hopelandla.com/give Or, choose a giving option here: - Venmo: @Hopeland-Church - CashApp: $HopelandChurch - Zelle: shawn@hopelandla.com - Text "Hopeland" to 833-767-5698

Luke 4:1-15Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and at the end of them he was hungry.The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.”Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.'”The devil led him up to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. 6And he said to him, “I will give you all their authority and splendor; it has been given to me, and I can give it to anyone I want to. 7If you worship me, it will all be yours.”Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.'”The devil led him to Jerusalem and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. “If you are the Son of God,” he said, “throw yourself down from here. For it is written:“‘He will command his angels concerning you   to guard you carefully;   they will lift you up in their hands,   so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.'”Jesus answered, “It is said: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'”When the devil had finished all this tempting, he left him until an opportune time.Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. He was teaching in their synagogues, and everyone praised him.

Community Prayer and Encouragement

Gen 23:1-24:51, Matt 8:1-17, Ps 9:13-20, Pr 3:1-6

Community Prayer and Encouragement

Gen 23:1-24:51, Matt 8:1-17, Ps 9:13-20, Pr 3:1-6

What is the fullness of the Holy Spirit, and how does it relate to making music to God in a church gathering? God opens our eyes so we can sing to him.

When a popular spiritual podcaster claimed that Spirit told him to go on a dating app—and eventually impregnate someone outside his marriage—it sparked outrage across the wellness community.But this episode isn't about judging his choices. It's about what our reactions reveal about us. From projection and moral superiority to spiritual bypassing and purpose distraction, we're unpacking the deeper truths behind the scandal—and how to use moments like these to expand awareness instead of leak energy.If you've ever found yourself triggered by someone else's “spirituality,” this one's for you.Send us a text message. We'd love to hear from you!

In today's Weekend Pulpit, Scott Pauley preaches from John 7:37–39, explaining Jesus' promise of "living water" and the work of the Holy Spirit in believers. Not only must we come to Christ, but we must remove obstacles that hinder the work of the Spirit, so that God's life may flow through us to others. Join our study through Scripture this year. Find resources for every book of the Bible at enjoyingthejourney.org/journey-through-scripture/ Whether you're a new believer or have walked with the Lord for years, you'll find thousands of free devotionals, Bible studies, audio series, and Scripture tools designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of the Bible, and help you stay rooted in the Word of God. Explore now at EnjoyingTheJourney.org. Extend the Work Enjoying the Journey provides every resource for free worldwide. If you would like to help extend this Bible teaching, you may give at enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/

Read OnlineJesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. John tried to prevent him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?” Jesus said to him in reply, “Allow it now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he allowed him. Matthew 3:13–15John the Baptist was the last of the Old Testament prophets, entrusted with the mission to immediately prepare the way for the Messiah. Today's feast marks a pivotal transition from the Old Law to the New. Prior to Jesus' baptism, John's mission was in full motion. With Jesus' baptism, the mission of the Old Testament prophets is fulfilled, and the New Law of grace begins.Why did Jesus enter the waters of baptism? He was sinless and had no need of repentance. Yet, in His divine wisdom, Jesus chose to be baptized to sanctify the waters, opening the gateway of grace for all who would follow. By entering the waters of baptism, Jesus set a precedent. Every Christian who enters the waters of baptism meets our Lord there, sharing in His life of grace.As we reflect on Christ's baptism today, we are invited to consider our own. Most of us were baptized as infants and have no memory of the event. Others came to baptism later in life, fully aware of the grace they were receiving. Regardless of when it occurred, baptism's effects are profound and enduring. That singular moment of sanctification forever changed us, and its transformative power remains active within us.Through baptism, Jesus meets us under the waters. When baptism is performed by full immersion, it powerfully symbolizes the reality of this encounter. We enter the waters of repentance, as John offered, but we emerge united with Christ. Just as the Father's voice declared at Jesus' baptism, “You are my beloved Son…,” so too does the Father continually speak to us after our baptism, affirming our identity as His beloved children. The Holy Spirit descends upon us, and we are offered every gift of the Spirit, provided our hearts remain open.Baptism occurs only once in our lives and imprints on our souls an “indelible spiritual mark (character)” (see Catechism of the Catholic Church #1272 and 1274). This mark configures us to Christ and signifies our permanent belonging to Him and His Church. It cannot be lost or removed, even by mortal sin. However, while this character endures forever, the state of sanctifying grace within our souls can be lost through mortal sin. In such cases, the grace of baptism is restored through the Sacrament of Reconciliation in which our souls are once again cleansed and brought back into full communion with God. Marked as members of Christ's Body, we are continually disposed to receive sanctifying grace through the other sacraments, as long as we remain in a state of grace. Baptism accomplishes this disposition, enabling us to participate fully in the life of grace that flows from Christ.As we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, reflect today on your own baptism. You are forever marked as a child of God. You encountered our Lord under the waters of baptism, were cleansed of all sin, and were filled with sanctifying grace. Though sin diminishes or even extinguishes that grace when it is mortal, the Sacrament of Reconciliation restores it, and the Eucharist and other sacraments increase it. Always return to your baptismal grace, seeking to live out your identity as God's son or daughter, as this sacred mark intends. My sanctifying Lord, through the waters of baptism, I encountered You and received the abundant grace You bestowed upon me. Please help me to keep my soul free from sin and to live with the true dignity of a child of God. Thank You for meeting me under those waters. May I remain with You, growing ever closer to You by the ongoing gift of all the Sacraments. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Genesis 25-26; Psalm 6; Luke 10 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, join your host and Bible reading coach, Hunter, as we journey together through Genesis 25–26, Psalm 6, and Luke 10. Whether you're brand new or a longtime listener, today's readings invite us to discover the transformative power of scripture—reminding us that more than anything, our greatest hope is to truly know that God is with us, and that God is love. As we encounter the stories of Abraham's descendants, listen to David's honest cries in Psalm 6, and hear Jesus send out the 72 disciples in Luke, Hunter unpacks the "secret" that fills Christ and the Father with joy: the invitation to live a "with God" life anchored in Jesus' name—not in our own strength or resources, but in the blessing of His presence. Through personal reflection and heartfelt prayer, Hunter encourages us to rest in this joyful, transforming truth and to let it shape our everyday lives. So, settle in for a thoughtful time of Bible reading, prayer, and encouragement—a time to invest in your soul and be reminded that, above all else, you are loved. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Jesus is telling a secret, and he is thrilled at the thought of it. In Luke 10, verse 21, we find Jesus filled with joy through the Holy Spirit, saying, "O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, thank you for hiding these things from those who think themselves wise and clever, and revealing them to the childlike. Yes, Father, it pleased you to do it this way." This secret fills both the Father and the Son with great joy. So what is this secret? The secret is Jesus himself. He is the way to God, the way to life. He is what every heart is looking for. Jesus is the King, and he is proclaiming the kingdom. Jesus is the secret to it all. It's not the law, not traditions or piety, but living in the name, the power, and the presence of God. The God who is with us and for us. When Jesus sends out the 72, notice he tells them not to take anything with them—no bag, no money, no staff, nothing but his name. The only thing they are equipped with is the name of Jesus. The "with God life" isn't about our resources, our money, our provisions, but only about him. They are to go with his name, his message, his blessing, and his presence to the world. This is the "with God life"—a life of utter reliance on God, of being available to his presence and his agenda. When we allow him to lead, we end up fulfilling the law, becoming people of mercy, like the Good Samaritan. We participate with Christ; his power works in and through us. We're not the hero—Christ in us is. That's the secret: his presence in you, which Paul says is your hope of glory. Let's live in the reality of Christ in us. Let's awaken to the wonder of stepping out into the day simply in his name—not striving, not pushing or fretting, but knowing our real life is hidden with God in Christ. Our truest self is found in learning more and more to love God, our neighbor, and ourselves. Today, walk with him, eyes and ears wide open to his presence in you. Let him lead, and let him fill you with his joy. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's the prayer that I have for my family, for my wife, for my daughters, for my son. And that's the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  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 tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Genesis 1:2-3 - The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.

Get the NEW APP - Apple Google PlayVision for 2026: Walk by the SpiritAs a new year approaches, the world pushes resolutions built on willpower and hustle. But Scripture calls us to something deeper—a life led by the Spirit.In this episode of New Path New You, Ron unpacks Galatians 5:16–6:10 and casts a God-centered vision for 2026 that moves beyond self-improvement toward spiritual transformation. Learn the difference between striving and surrender, the works of the flesh versus the fruit of the Spirit, and how what you sow spiritually will shape the year ahead.This episode also features a Listen → Worship → Reflect moment centered around “Search Me” by New Path Worship, inviting you to prepare your heart for God to move before chasing new goals.If you're ready to stop rushing into resolutions and start walking closely with God, this episode will help you reset, realign, and grow spiritually in the year ahead.

Job 24-28

Gus Felder is the Director of Football Player Development at the University of Nebraska. A North Philadelphia native, Felder earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Penn State. He later earned his master's degree in educational leadership with a concentration in health education from Penn State, during which time he served as a graduate assistant with the Nittany Lion football team.He is the author of “The Inside Game: Mastering the Mind, Strengthening the Spirit, Leading with a Purpose”. In this powerful and deeply personal debut, Coach Gus “BigDawg” Felder shares the spiritual, mental, and leadership principles that shaped his life—from the locker rooms of Penn State and the NFL to mentoring thousands of student-athletes across the country.#gusbigdawgfelder #tsc #gogetit Chip Baker Social Mediahttps://www.wroteby.me/chipbaker

Tracy discusses film ratings and the bias behind them. Talk then turns to clothing in the afterlife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gen 20:1-22:24, Matt 7:15-29, Ps 9:1-12, Pr 2:16-22

Gen 20:1-22:24, Matt 7:15-29, Ps 9:1-12, Pr 2:16-22

“Why Don't Catholics believe in Sola Scriptura?” This question opens a discussion on the foundations of Scripture and its authority, touching on related topics such as the Catholic understanding of Sola Scriptura and the sacrament of Confirmation in light of biblical spontaneity. Other questions include assessing the correctness of Catholicism versus Protestantism and the implications of indulgences in the context of original sin. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:40 – One Protestant challenge is that the sacrament of Confirmation conflicts with the Bible reveals about the spontaneity of the Spirit. 11:30 – How do I properly assess which Christian belief system is correct, Catholicism or Protestantism? 38:13 – Why don't Catholics believe in Sola Scriptura? 49:40 – How can one be free of attachment to sin and receive a plenary indulgence when we are born with original sin?

What if prophecy isn't about predicting the future, but about revealing how heaven already sees us? In this teaching, we discover that edification, exhortation, and comfort form the heartbeat of all prophetic speech—designed to build us up, stir us up, and cheer us up. The Spirit moves like a wind, creating momentum toward who we're becoming.Key Scriptures:+ 1 Corinthians 14:3. "But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification, exhortation, and comfort."+ Jeremiah 29:11. "I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord..."+ John 15:11. "These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and your joy may be made full."**Want to explore more?**

In this episode we discuss how to have a gentle and quiet spirit to truly become a feminine woman. Enjoy!For Ad Free Listening click here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/drmichelle/subscribeFollow Me On Instagram: @DrMichelleDafShop my fragrance: https://www.fineforever.com/Use this exclusive code for 20% off of your purchase: “DRDAF”

Welcome to The Best of You Every Day. Today's Scripture is Romans 8:5-6 . Go Deeper: Episode 56: Am I Really Supposed to Die to Myself Episode 29: How to Stop Chasing Approval and Start Living the Life You Actually Want ⁠I Shouldn't Feel This Way⁠ — Learn to understand & regulate your emotions. ⁠The Best of You ⁠— Discover your true self in God. ⁠Boundaries For Your Soul⁠ — Learn to access the Spirit-led self within. ⁠Sign up⁠ for Dr. Alison's free weekly email for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to capture the essence of legendary musicians through the lens of a camera? Join host Buzz Knight in this captivating episode of takin' a walk as he welcomes renowned photographer James Fuller, who shares his remarkable journey of photographing iconic artists like Bruce Springsteen. Fuller’s stories are not just about images; they are about the moments that define music history. He reflects on the serendipity of being in the right place at the right time and how his early work with Springsteen became a cornerstone of his career. As the conversation unfolds, Buzz Knight dives deep into the pressures of excellence that come with capturing the essence of such legendary musicians. Fuller’s meticulous approach to his craft shines through, especially when he discusses the intricate process behind publishing his book, Spirit in the Light. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone passionate about music history, photography, and the art of storytelling. The evolution of music photography is explored, alongside the unique tales behind some of Fuller's most memorable shots. But that’s not all! Buzz Knight also brings insights from musicians like Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace who was on Music Saved Me with Lynn Hoffman and Chris Young on Takin A Walk Nashville with Sarah Harralson, who share their own artistic journeys and the deeper meanings behind their music. The intersection of music, photography, and storytelling creates an enriching tapestry that showcases how these artists convey their passions through their crafts. Whether you’re a fan of classic rock history, indie music journeys, or simply interested in the stories behind albums, this episode of takin' a walk offers a wealth of music history insights. Discover how iconic songs are born, the emotional healing that music brings, and the cultural impact of these legendary musicians. Join us as we walk through the vibrant landscape of music and photography, exploring the creative journeys of those who shape our musical heritage. Don’t miss this enlightening Buzz Cuts episode of Buzz Knight’s podcast, where every conversation is a step into the heart of music history. Tune in now and immerse yourself in the stories behind the music that has defined generations!Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep better and Stress Less— with Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. We hope this biblical sleep meditation, narrated by Dianne Jackson, helps your body relax and your mind rest on the truth found in scripture. Winter holds many gifts that we may not always realize. This sleep story highlights the coziness, beauty, whimsy, and deep wisdom of the coldest season - along with the gift of restoration that God brings. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for better sleep is right here: https://abide.com/peaceDiscover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us