Podcasts about Spirit

All truly effective preaching shares one thing in common: it is attended by the power of the Holy Spirit. Today, Sinclair Ferguson focuses on the crucial yet often-neglected ministry of the Spirit through His preached Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-power-of-the-spirit-in-preaching/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Today we're studying Isaiah 5:20 in just one minute! Grab your scriptures and let's dive into them together!And grab study guides for the whole family here: -Grab Kristen's copies of helpful PDFs and study guides here: https://shop.kristenwalkersmith.com/products/ Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@startherestudy/shortsWaitlist for Kristen's NEW Children's book Simon Spots the Spirit: https://kristenwalkersmith.kit.com/simonwaitlist- To get Cali's scripture study guide for adults click here: https://comefollowmestudy.com/shop/ Discount code: OMSSOr purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/002R08vdGet our NEW 365-day Old Testament daily devotional book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0p3Ds0t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EVEN MORE about this episode!Julie Ryan has remotely scanned patients during surgeries for more than 30 years—but says she had never seen anything like what appeared during her husband Tim's operation. As people around the world prayed for him, Julie perceived the operating-room ceiling completely filled with cherubs.After weeks away from The Ask Julie Ryan Show while Tim underwent surgery, Julie returns to share the extraordinary experience and what she believes may have connected it to prayers being offered by children at Dominican schools around the world, along with Franciscan sisters in Illinois.Then Julie takes calls from around the globe for medical intuitive scans, energetic healing, spirit communication, past-life exploration, and messages from deceased loved ones.Mary asks about treatment-resistant depression and ketamine, leading to a discussion of metabolic approaches to mental health. Deanne calls about recurring C. diff and colitis, and Julie performs an energetic scan and healing while discussing digestive health.Meg and her daughter Ella connect with Meg's deceased father, Mike, and beloved dog Ebony. Julie explains how she believes anyone can begin communicating with deceased loved ones and explores whether animals can participate in signs from Spirit.Nick calls from Thailand about his lifelong fear of animals. Julie explores what she perceives as a past life in 1912 Siberia involving sled dogs and a wolf attack—and discusses whether unresolved experiences from another lifetime could influence fears in this one.Julie also scans a caller's friend experiencing severe vision loss and later connects intuitively with Birdie, a dog diagnosed with an intestinal tumor.From cherubs in an operating room and the power of prayer to spirit communication, past lives, medical intuition, energetic healing, and beloved animals, this episode explores the possibility that there may be far more happening around us than we can physically see.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) Julie Returns & Shares an Update on Tim (0:02:51) Cherubs Filled the Operating Room—What Did Julie See? (0:08:56) Ketamine, Keto & Treatment-Resistant Depression (0:13:09) Colitis, C. Diff & a Medical Intuitive Scan (0:24:35) Can Anyone Communicate With Deceased Loved Ones? (0:37:18) Can a Past Life Cause a Lifelong Phobia? (0:44:18) Severe Vision Loss: What Does Julie's Scan Reveal? (0:51:06) Medical Intuition Training Winner (0:54:59) Can Animals Tell Us What's Making Them Sick? (1:02:56) Closing Thoughts & Prayers for Tim➡️ Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️ Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️ Ask Julie a Question!

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 45–46; Luke 1 Click HERE to give! 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. Today is September 18th, and our readings are Ezekiel 45–46 and Luke 1. In Ezekiel, we continue through the prophet's vision of restoration. Land is divided, honest measurements are commanded, offerings are described, and provision is made for worship among God's people. Running through these detailed instructions is a concern for justice, faithfulness, and a people being restored. Then we turn the page to Luke, and suddenly we find ourselves standing at the dawn of something new. An angel appears to Zechariah with news that Elizabeth will have a son. His name will be John, and he will prepare the way for the Lord. Then Gabriel visits a young woman named Mary with an even more astonishing announcement. She will bear a son named Jesus, and his kingdom will never end. Both Zechariah and Mary eventually find themselves singing. Mary sings of the God who notices the lowly, fills the hungry, and remembers his mercy. Zechariah sings of the tender mercy of God, through which the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us. That is our invitation today. Whatever darkness we may find ourselves sitting in, the morning light is coming. God has not forgotten us. His mercy is new. His light is breaking through. And we are invited to join the song. TODAY'S DEVOTION: God's New Morning Light Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us. I love that image. Every morning, the light breaks through the darkness of night. And maybe every new morning is a kind of rehearsal. A reminder of that great morning when the light of God's Son breaks fully upon us. Zechariah sings: "Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us." And what will this light do? It will give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death. And it will guide us to the path of peace. Zechariah has a song. And it is a song worth singing. But Mary has a song too. She says, "How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl." God took notice of her. This young woman. This lowly servant girl. Someone the powerful people of the world might easily overlook. But God sees her. God's light shines upon the lowly. His light breaks upon the humble. It shines upon those willing to let God be God in them. Those willing to believe that what God says he will do, he will do. And something happens when our humble faith meets God's merciful morning light. A song begins to rise. That's what happened to Zechariah. That's what happened to Mary. And I think it can happen to us too. Maybe you're feeling lowly today. Maybe you're hungry. Maybe you're carrying shame. Maybe you're sitting in a darkness that seems reluctant to give way. Maybe you feel unseen. But the morning light from heaven is breaking upon us. God sees you. God has not forgotten you. And when we begin to encounter this God of love, this God who sees us and meets us in our lowliness, a song can begin to rise within us. Not because everything has suddenly become easy. Not because all our questions have been answered. But because the light has come. Because God is with us. Because his mercy is tender. Because darkness does not get the final word. So join Zechariah. Join Mary. Join all those who have dared to believe that God is good enough to take notice of the lowly and big enough to do what he has promised. Let faith rise. Let the morning light break through. And let your song rise with it. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer 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  

The David Alliance  TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com Garth Heckman Accuser     Do you inhale or exhale when you putt?      THE ACCUSER - THE RATT      START WITH A WARNING… **If you do not understand how the accuser works you will be used by him and for his purpose without even knowing it.       Here is how it works:  People play the VICTIM - Why me, me oh my, waaa waaa waaa, poor me.     Then they turn into the VILLIAN - They attack people who they feel have it made, had it easy, they think they are arrogant simply because they are successful in some area of life.   They they become Victors and they fight on behalf of the other “VICTIMS”… Jeff Karow “I shudder thinking about the 11 year old little girl who could not get an abortion after being brutally raped.        The worst thing about being deceived is you do not know you are deceived. You operate in the mindset of fact, but its not fact at all. Remember when cigarettes did not cause cancer.          John 8   Jesus returned to the Mount of Olives, 2 but early the next morning he was back again at the Temple. A crowd soon gathered, and he sat down and taught them. 3 As he was speaking, the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in the act of adultery. They put her in front of the crowd. 4 “Teacher,” they said to Jesus, “this woman was caught in the act of adultery. 5 The law of Moses says to stone her. What do you say?” 6 They were trying to trap him into saying something they could use against him, but Jesus stooped down and wrote in the dust with his finger. 7 They kept demanding an answer, so he stood up again and said, “All right, but let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone!” 8 Then he stooped down again and wrote in the dust. 9 When the accusers heard this, they slipped away one by one, beginning with the oldest, until only Jesus was left in the middle of the crowd with the woman. 10 Then Jesus stood up again and said to the woman, “Where are your accusers? Didn't even one of them condemn you?” 11 “No, Lord,” she said. And Jesus said, “Neither do I. Go and sin no more.”                   The historical background of this passage—traditionally known as the Pericope Adulterae—is shaped by a clever political trap, a clash between competing legal systems, and a fascinating journey through ancient manuscripts. [1, 2, 3, 4]    peh-RIK-oh-pee - It's from Greek, meaning "a cutting out" or "a selected passage,” Adulterae = ah-dul-TAIR-eye   1. The Legal Trap: Roman Law vs. Jewish Law The religious leaders weren't just asking Jesus for a theological opinion; they were trying to force Him into a dangerous political and legal corner: [3, 5]      The Roman Constraint: Under Roman occupation, the Jewish authorities (the Sanhedrin) were stripped of their power to officially execute anyone. If Jesus agreed that the woman should be stoned to death, He would be encouraging an illegal vigilante execution, breaking Roman law and setting Himself up as a rebel leader against Rome. The Mosaic Constraint: If Jesus said she should go free, He would appear to be breaking the Law of Moses(Leviticus 20:10), which prescribed the death penalty for adultery. This would instantly ruin His credibility as a Rabbi among the Jewish people.    What is really going on here? Judging Jesus response - while they themselves do not hold themselves accountable to the same standard.    *they are not willing to make a call on this - but judging Jesus on his response.   People will call you out - all the while never talk about their own lack of character in the same manner.       Where was the man? The Mosaic law explicitly stated that both the man and the woman caught in adultery were to be put to death.   **Missing information: Accusers will never share the whole story.          OOOOO         2. The Location: The Temple Courts The text explicitly states this encounter took place in the Temple courts (John 8:2).     The sprawling courts of Herod's Temple were not dirt roads or sandy paths; they were grand, public plazas paved with massive, polished stone tiles. If there was loose dust blown onto the stones, Jesus could have been writing in the dirt. However, if He was pressing His finger directly against the smooth, hard flagstones of the Temple floor, a mere human finger would leave no mark. For Him to "engrave" or "write" a visible record there would require a miracle. [7, 8]    3. The Theological Parallel: The Finger of God By highlighting that Jesus wrote "with his finger," John uses a very rare phrasing that immediately points a Jewish reader back to the Old Testament. [7, 9]      In the entire Bible, there are only a few times where God is described as physically writing something. The most famous is Exodus 31:18: "He gave Moses the two tablets of the Testimony, tablets of stone, written with the finger of God."     Jesus was silently saying: "You are trying to lecture Me on the Law? I am the one who carved it in stone in the first place." [1, 10]        OOOOOOO   The phrase "the finger of God" appears only a handful of times in the entire Bible. Each instance represents an irresistible, sovereign display of divine authority and judgment on those who try to play God.  When you connect these other passages to Jesus in the Temple courts, they paint a staggering picture of who He was claiming to be.     1. The Plagues of Egypt (Exodus 8:19)   The Context: During the ten plagues, Pharaoh's court sorcerers try to replicate the miracles Moses performs. When God turns the dust of the earth into swarms of gnats, the magicians fail to copy it. Terrified, they tell Pharaoh: "This is the finger of God."     2. The Ten Commandments (Exodus 31:18 & Deuteronomy 9:10)   The Context: God delivers the moral law to humanity not by dictating it to Moses, but by physically carving it Himself. The text notes the tablets were "written with the finger of God" on stone.   3. The Writing on the Wall (Daniel 5:5)   The Context: King Belshazzar of Babylon throws a blasphemous feast, drinking out of the sacred gold cups stolen from God's Temple. Suddenly, the fingers of a human hand appear and scratch a mysterious message into the plaster of the wall (Mene, Mene, Tekel, Parsin). Daniel interprets the writing: God has weighed the king's deeds, found him wanting, and his kingdom is finished.   4. Jesus Driving Out Demons (Luke 11:20)   The Context: Jesus is accused by His critics of using the power of Satan to cast out demons. He fires back: "But if I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you."         This is a great teaching device — pastors use this "voice of the accuser" framing often to expose the enemy's tactics. Here's a biblically-grounded list, treating it as an exposé of strategy rather than actually voicing that persona.   9-16-26 Start here for TDA 10 Ways the Accuser Attacks Faith 1. Rehearsing Your Past He whispers your worst moment on repeat — the affair, the addiction, the abortion, the thing you did at 19 — long after God has already forgiven it, hoping shame will convince you that grace has an expiration date. (Revelation 12:10 — he accuses "day and night") 2. Redefining God's Character "Did God really say...?" He doesn't usually deny God exists — he reframes who God is: distant, disappointed, keeping score. (Genesis 3:1) 3. Comparison He points you at someone else's marriage, ministry, body, or blessing, and lets envy do the rest of the work — convincing you God has been unfair specifically to you. 4. Isolation Disguised as Privacy He convinces you that no one can know the real struggle — that if your small group or spouse knew, they'd walk away. Isolation is where accusation grows unchecked, because it's never tested against truth spoken by someone else. 5. Weaponizing Other Believers' Words He takes a real hurt — something someone at church actually said or did — and repeats it in your mind until it becomes "this is who the church really is" or "this is who God really is." 6. Delayed Answers as Proof of Abandonment When prayer isn't answered on your timeline, he suggests silence means absence — that unanswered prayer is proof you're not really heard, rather than proof you're being asked to trust. (Compare Job's friends' theology vs. God's actual response in Job 38-42) 7. Perfectionism Disguised as Conviction Real conviction from the Spirit is specific and leads to repentance and freedom (2 Corinthians 7:10). Accusation is vague, global, and leads to paralysis — "you'll never get this right," "you're always like this." One brings you to the cross; the other just buries you. 8. Identity Theft He tries to get you to answer to a label — addict, failure, fraud, unworthy — instead of the one Scripture actually gives you: forgiven, adopted, righteous in Christ (Romans 8:1, Ephesians 1:5). Whoever answers the accusation has already accepted the label. 9. Success as a Trapdoor Ironically, he accuses through pride too — convincing gifted, "successful" believers (especially leaders) that their platform, growth, or following is proof of their own righteousness, setting up a fall through self-sufficiency rather than obvious sin. (1 Timothy 3:6 — the danger of being "puffed up with conceit") 10. Truth Without Grace This might be the subtlest one: he loves using real Scripture, real truth, real standards — just stripped of the gospel's grace and hope, so truth becomes crushing weight instead of a path to freedom. (This is actually what he tried on Jesus in the wilderness — quoting real Scripture, Matthew 4:6, but twisting its application.)   THREE  "Dirty Little Secrets" Worth Naming   1-  If there's one unifying tactic underneath all ten, it's this: the accuser rarely needs to invent new material — he just recycles truth without context, timing, or grace. Most of his accusations contain a kernel of something real (a real failure, a real hurt, a real Scripture) — which is exactly why they're so effective. Outright lies are easy to reject. Half-truths delivered at the right moment, with real pain attached, are much harder to resist.     2-  The second secret: he almost never announces himself. Nobody hears an accusing thought and thinks "that was Satan." It just feels like "being honest with myself," or "just being realistic," or "this is just how I am." The accusations feel like your own internal voice of reason — which is precisely what makes Revelation 12:11 significant: believers overcome him "by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony" — meaning the antidote isn't cleverness or willpower, it's actively speaking a different word over yourself than the one he's whispering.       3-  If a thought pushes you toward confession, prayer, and community — that's likely conviction. BUT WITH THAT - ACCUSATIONS MAKE YOU START TO MAKE EXCUSES FOR THAT WHICH YOU ARE BEING ACCUSED OF… THEN HE MAKES YOU FEEL GUILTY FOR THE EXCUSES YOU MADE.      The weapon against accusation isn't willpower or cleverness — it's actively speaking a different word over yourself than the one being whispered. Silence lets the accusation stand unchallenged. Testimony — speaking truth out loud, even just to yourself — interrupts it.       OOOOOOOO   Discernment: Today we have more information and faster information as ever before.  Anyone on social media can be portrayed as an expert, and any information can be presented as fact… But even worse- the absence of clarity creates gossip and presumption that grows into ignorance as fact.        The devil knows your name but calls you by your sin; God knows your sin but calls you by your name     Point 1: The Accuser Has a Title, and a Strategy     Satan's biblical title here isn't "destroyer" or "tempter" — it's accuser. **And Scripture consistently shows this strategy doesn't stay confined to accusing us before God — it plays out horizontally, between people, through gossip, slander, and offense.   Insight: If the enemy's title is "accuser," we should expect his most effective tactic to look like ordinary WORDS     Accusation is not in the power of the words… but the seeds they plant and the doubt they grow. See it's like this: The seeds of innuendo, doubt and insinuation cause the Spiritually immature to feed and water those accusations. **When I was a frosh in HS. The rumor of “ sexually molesting” a child in a cornfield grew into a huge ordeal.  It was started by a teacher's wife - who her and her husband hated me and my family.        Insight: Slander's power has never been the volume of the lie — it's the seed of doubt it plants about someone's character   ITS NOT THE AMOUNT OF ACCUSATIONS - ITS THE SPACE IT CREATES FOR DOUBT = LACK OF FAITH     Why is The Tongue a Fire — it only takes a spark. **a forest fire does not start with a forest fire… it starts with a spark.        So that we don't fall into the role of the accuser we should know this:  Love Covers, Corrupt Talk Corrodes — Two Competing Modes of Speech   Text: Ephesians 4:29-32 PAUL SAYS SPEAK WORDS OF GRACE   1 Peter 4:8 PETER SAYS COVER A BROTHER… HELP BRING THEM INTO HEALING AND WHOLENESS.     ****A truth without grace or healing is still an accusation.     Closing Challenge   Today wether you have been the source of accusation, or the target of it. will you let your mouth be an instrument of the kind of love that actually covers, forgives, and builds up?”   And if I am on the receiving end - Take time to thank God that you are forgiven and accusations only stand as a strong reminder of how great Gods grace is. 

In this episode we look at Eleazar, one of David's mighty men. We look at the heroic account of what he did when Israel was fleeing, under attack from the Philistines. We see how he stood his ground and fought them alone, saving Israel in the process and we see the significance of his sword that he refused to let go of even when he grew weary. We can learn a lot from him for our calling, our spiritual warfare, and our use and love for the sword of the Spirit! Let's rise up and be the Eleazar of our generation!

Welcome to The Narrated Puritan Podcast. In this episode, we unpack the practical and pastoral brilliance of John Owen's Works on the Holy Spirit (Volume 4)—a masterwork that defends the self-evidencing light of Scripture, illuminates the Holy Spirit's vital role in genuine prayer, and draws crucial distinctions between temporary spiritual gifts and true saving grace. Whether you are looking to sharpen your theological discernment, guard your heart against spiritual drift, or simply grasp how the Spirit actively applies God's Word to your daily life, join us as we bridge the gap between 17th-century Puritan depth and today's modern listener. There is a discussion in some detail of the argument of "cessationism."

When God saves a sinner, He immediately forgives, justifies, and reconciles that person to Himself. Yet the Christian life also includes the lifelong work of sanctification. God steadily grows His people in holiness and conforms them to the image of His Son. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the difference between justification and sanctification, the believer's active pursuit of holiness, and the Spirit-empowered growth that marks the Christian life. Sanctification is not self-improvement or sinless perfection. It is God's faithful work of making His people increasingly like Christ. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

When God saves a sinner, He immediately forgives, justifies, and reconciles that person to Himself. Yet the Christian life also includes the lifelong work of sanctification. God steadily grows His people in holiness and conforms them to the image of His Son. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the difference between justification and sanctification, the believer's active pursuit of holiness, and the Spirit-empowered growth that marks the Christian life. Sanctification is not self-improvement or sinless perfection. It is God's faithful work of making His people increasingly like Christ. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

“The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.”Romans 8:6 NIV

A listener who's been working through Dr. Craig's Systematic Philosophical Theology asks whether it's more accurate to say Jesus Christ is "the Spirit of the Logos" united to a human body, rather than "the soul of the Logos," pointing to passages describing God as spirit and drawing an analogy to how a human spirit unites to a body. Dr. Craig first corrects the premise: his actual view is that the Logos is the soul of Jesus, not that the Logos possesses a soul. He then explains why he avoids "spirit" language here, it risks blurring the incarnation with the Holy Spirit's indwelling or even demonic possession, when in fact the incarnation is a unique union unlike either.

It's hard to imagine the powerful prophet Isaiah feeling inadequate. But even despite his insecurities, he volunteered to serve the Lord. Let's study his example in Isaiah 6:8. And grab study guides for the whole family here: - To get Cali's scripture study guide for adults click here: https://comefollowmestudy.com/shop/ Discount code: OMSSOr purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/002R08vd-Grab Kristen's copies of helpful PDFs and study guides here: https://shop.kristenwalkersmith.com/products/ Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@startherestudy/shortsWaitlist for Kristen's NEW Children's book Simon Spots the Spirit: https://kristenwalkersmith.kit.com/simonwaitlistGet our NEW 365-day Old Testament daily devotional book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0p3Ds0t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Questions about how we know that God is one being instead of three distinct divine beings in perfect unity, and why God would give notable miracles to Oneness Pentecostals if their theology is truly heretical.   I see real distinctions between the persons of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Spirit interacting, speaking, and acting in different roles—but what specifically makes God one being instead of three distinct divine beings in perfect unity? Why would God give such notable miracles to Oneness Pentecostals if their theology is heretical? I can't help but wonder if they're seeing this kind of power because they know who Jesus really is.

Everyone agrees Christians are supposed to serve. The question this episode asks is different: did we accidentally turn the pastor into a trainer instead of a minister, and is that even biblical? Who should actually be ministering?ABOUT THIS EPISODE:Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree examine T. David Gordon's 1994 ETS paper (link below) that Ephesians 4:11-12 has been misread for decades. Gordon doesn't question whether ordinary Christians should serve. He questions whether the ordained minister was ever supposed to be a trainer at all, or whether that reading caught on because it fit American egalitarian, populist instincts more than it fit the text.We're exploring Gordon's grammar, his word study, and his provocation about American church culture, and testing all three against Scripture ourselves. Does his argument hold up, or does he overreach? And if his proposition holds, what does that mean for churches built on the idea that pastors only equip the saints?GORDON'S PAPER:https://etsjets.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/files_JETS-PDFs_37_37-1_JETS_37-1_069-078_Gordon.pdf Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 42–44; Revelation 22 Click HERE to give! 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. Today is September 17th, and our readings are Ezekiel 42–44 and Revelation 22. Today we come to the final chapter of Revelation and one of the most beautiful images in all of Scripture. Ezekiel continues his vision of the restored temple. He sees the glory of God returning, filling the temple with God's presence. The prophet falls facedown before the glory of the Lord. Then Revelation 22 carries us beyond the temple into John's final vision of the new creation. John sees a river. It is the river of the water of life, clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb. The tree of life grows beside it, bearing fruit, and its leaves are for the healing of the nations. The curse is gone. Night is gone. And then comes perhaps the most astonishing promise of all: "They will see his face." The story that began in Genesis with humanity hiding from the face of God ends with humanity looking upon God's face without fear. Today's devotion invites us to begin living into that reality now. As we look toward Jesus, the veils that distort our understanding of God and ourselves begin to fall away. We see God more clearly. And in seeing him, we begin to discover who we truly are. TODAY'S DEVOTION: With Unveiled Face John sees a river called life. It is crystal clear, radiant and transparent, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb. And I love this image. Because there is nothing murky here. Nothing obscured. Nothing hidden. John invites us to look into those crystal waters and see something marvelous. The glory of God. And perhaps, reflected there, we begin to see something else too. Ourselves. Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians that as we behold the glory of the Lord with unveiled faces, we are being transformed into his image, from glory to glory. I think that's part of what John is showing us here. For so much of our lives, there are veils. Things that obscure our vision of God. Fear can be a veil. Shame can be a veil. Religion can become a veil. Our wounds can become a veil. Even distorted ideas about God can become veils that keep us from seeing clearly. And when our vision of God becomes distorted, our vision of ourselves becomes distorted too. We imagine God as distant, angry, disappointed, or reluctant to receive us. And then we begin to imagine ourselves as unwanted, unacceptable, or unworthy of love. But John says a day is coming when all the veils are gone. "They will see his face." Think about that. The Bible begins with humanity hiding from the face of God. And it ends with humanity looking into the face of God. No hiding. No shame. No fear. Just communion. And when we finally see him clearly, I think we will discover something we have spent our whole lives learning to believe. We belong. We bear the family resemblance. We are his. But this isn't only a promise for some distant future. Even now, the veil can begin to lift. Every time we look toward Jesus, we see the Father more clearly. Every time we sit with the Scriptures and allow Christ to open them to us, the water becomes a little clearer. Every time we receive his love instead of hiding in our shame, we begin to see ourselves differently. And slowly, sometimes almost imperceptibly, we are changed. From glory to glory. That's the beautiful mystery of transformation. We don't become like Jesus primarily by staring harder at ourselves and trying to repair everything we think is wrong. We become like him by beholding him. By seeing the face of Jesus. By discovering again and again that the face looking back at us is the face of love. So come to the river. Look into those crystal waters. Let the veils fall. See him. And as you see him, may you also begin to see yourself as you truly are. Loved. Cherished. A child of God. Bearing the family resemblance. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. May I see with unveiled face. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May we come to the river and see, and know, and reflect the glory of the Lord. 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  

Most people hear "cancer" and immediately hear "death sentence," then hand their body over to a protocol that shrinks the mass without ever asking why the mass showed up in the first place. Dr. Michael Karlfeldt has spent nearly four decades in integrative oncology. He explains the concept that reframed how I think about the cancer terrain. Your cells produce cancer every single day. Whether those cells take hold depends on your toxic burden, mitochondria, hormones, and immune function.  He shares how heavy metals stall energy production, why cancer stem cells survive conventional treatment, and what happens inside a clinic that stacks photodynamic therapy, ozone, and blood filtration on the same day. We also get into areas that almost nobody addresses: stored trauma, generational patterns, and spiritual connection.    "The best cancer is the one you never get." ~ Dr. Michael Karlfeldt   In This Episode: - Introduction: why Dr. Michael moved into integrative oncology - Removing the fear surrounding cancer diagnoses - Shifting the terrain that drives cancer - How heavy metals and chemicals contribute to cancer - Xenohormones and hormone-driven cancers - Circulating tumor cells vs. cancer stem cells - Repurposed drugs and blocking cancer pathways - Dr. Michael's protocols for addressing cancer - What is EBOO and what are its benefits? - Addressing spike proteins and vaccine-related cancers - The spiritual component of cancer and stored trauma - A message of hope for the newly diagnosed   Products & Resources Mentioned: Dr. Michael Karlfeldt's Book, A Better Way to Treat Cancer: Get your copy at https://a.co/d/05ZhWRNn  Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty, with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/   Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at https://trytruenergy.com/wendy5   Heavy Metals Quiz: Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Dr. Michael Karlfeldt:  Michael Karlfeldt, ND, PhD, is a board-certified naturopathic doctor with nearly four decades of clinical practice. He founded and directs The Karlfeldt Center. Motivated by the loss of his father to colon cancer, Dr. Karlfeldt has dedicated his career to developing restorative, non-toxic cancer protocols that integrate metabolic, genetic, and nutritional approaches with targeted oxidative therapies. He is the author of the Amazon bestseller A Better Way To Treat Cancer and recently co-wrote Breast Cancer Breakthrough with Dr. Veronique Desaulniers. He hosts the television series True Health: Body, Mind, & Spirit and three internationally recognized podcasts: Integrative Cancer Solutions, Integrative Lyme Solutions, and The Dr. K Show. Learn more about his work at https://www.thekarlfeldtcenter.com     Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Maybe you have wondered why some do not respond to the gospel of Jesus Christ. I have often thought, “If they could only see how wonderful Jesus is. If they could only see how amazing it is to know the Lord and to be forgiven of our sins.” But that's just it; they cannot see. They are spiritually blind.Main Points:1. The God who spoke at creation and brought light into the darkness is the same God who can make his light shine in our hearts so that we can see Jesus.2. When we receive word that there is a cure for our spiritual blindness, we too must act. We must step out in faith and trust Jesus Christ to be our savior and our Lord. I am convinced the work of the Holy Spirit is to deal with our hearts so that we can have our spiritual blindness cured. The Spirit reveals Christ to us.3. If you don't know Jesus Christ as your savior, I want you to know the joy that awaits you. You don't have to live in the darkness of sin and this world. I pray you'll experience Jesus, who is the light of the world.Today's Scripture Verses:2 Corinthians 4:4 - “The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.”John 3:19 - “Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil.”2 Corinthians 4:6 - “For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God's glory displayed in the face of Christ.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

In this episode of the Essentials of the Local Church series, Mark and Emily get personal about prayer: naming the excuses, fears, and false theology that keep even seasoned believers from a vibrant prayer life. They unpack why prayer flows from who God is rather than how eloquently we speak to him, and Mark closes with news of upcoming nights of prayer and worship at Cornerstone.Episode Highlights00:59 — Why prayer is hard even when we know we're supposed to do it01:17 — Mark: What prayerlessness reveals about the heart02:00 — Two things prayerlessness exposes: self-sufficiency and a distant view of God04:01 — A hard confession about the American church's prayerlessness, compared to believers in Africa05:41 — The theology question underneath it all: do you believe God actually wants to give you what you need?06:02 — Why the first thing you think of about God shapes your entire prayer life06:35 — The Lord's Prayer: coming to a Father who is both holy and generous09:00 — "Start with God": prayer flows from who you're talking to, not how you talk09:26 — Emily: Losing childlike softness with God as life gets busier and more task-driven11:53 — Why Jesus ties real prayer to childlike dependence13:14 — Emily: God doesn't need a "put-together" church, he wants a praying one13:54 — Romans 8 and the Spirit of adoption crying out "Abba, Father"16:17 — Why it's worth praying "awkwardly" instead of staying comfortable and silent18:34 — Announcing upcoming nights of prayer and worship at CornerstoneResourcesCornerstone Sermons: Listen OnlineAsk Mark a Question!Suggest a topic or question for Mark to discuss on a future episode of the Equip Podcast!

What if the symptoms you've learned to live with are actually your body trying to tell you something? In this episode, I am joined by VJ Hamilton, The Autoimmunity Nutritionist, to explore what can happen when we slowly drift away from optimal health and how we can begin finding our way back. We also dive into nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, gut and cellular health, nervous system regulation, and why rebuilding your health doesn't have to happen all at once.You're going to love this conversation, and you're going to want to share it with everyone you care about who also desires to look and feel their best too!Learn more about VJ Hamilton:VJ Hamilton, also known as The Autoimmunity Nutritionist, is the founder of The Autoimmune Nutrition Clinic and a Registered Nutritionist, specialising in reversing hair loss, particularly alopecia areata, and other autoimmune-related conditions. With a Medical Science degree (BSc) in Biochemistry & Immunology and certification from the Institute for Functional Medicine, VJ combines scientific expertise with lived experience to deliver evidence-based, personalised therapies.After losing significant amounts of hair to alopecia areata in her 20s, alongside battling psoriasis and post-viral chronic fatigue syndrome, VJ rebuilt her health and restored her hair naturally—remaining symptom-free for over nine years. Today, she helps clients worldwide through her signature programmes and her membership, The Root RESET™ Circle, guiding them to address root causes, calm inflammation, and promote healthy, lasting hair growth.VJ's expertise has been featured in Vogue, GQ, Cosmopolitan, and The Telegraph. She also hosts The Autoimmune Reset® Podcast, where she shares practical strategies for hair regrowth, skin health, and immune resilience.Connect with VJ Hamilton:Website: https://theautoimmunitynutritionist.com/Download the The Autoimmunity Recovery Plan: https://vjhamilton.kartra.com/page/TheAutoimmunityRecoveryPlanStep into your Radiance Sanctuary in the Membership https://www.theschoolofradiance.com/membershipFor more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.theschoolofradiance.com/podcasts Follow Rachel Varga Official on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelvargaofficial/ —Catch full episodes of The School of Radiance Podcast here on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RachelVargaOfficial —Subscribe to the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RachelVargaOfficial —Follow me here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelvargaofficial/ Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/rachelvargaofficial/ Website: https://www.theschoolofradiance.com —FREE STUFF: Download my FREE Skincare Checklist, sign up for my FREE 30 minute biohack your way to clear skin and slowing aging training now, and my newsletter for promos and exclusive events just for you! https://www.theschoolofradiance.com/freebiesEveryone gets one FREE call! Book your free 15-minute call with Rachel Varga to see which options will help you achieve your skin radiance goals! https://rachelvarga.as.me/YourPersonalizedRadianceConsultation —Looking for Skincare products, Tutorials, booking YOUR private One-on-One, and the deep dive Radiance Membership?SHOP skincare: https://alwaysradiantskinshop.comBOOK your private One-on-One: https://rachelvarga.as.me/Initialconsultation REGISTER for Tutorials and/or Membership: https://theschoolofradiance.com As a disclaimer, please note that the information shared in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and it's always important to consult with your physician before making any lifestyle changes. Rachel disclaims any responsibility for inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm.Thank you for tuning in to this episode of The School of Radiance with Rachel Varga (formerly The Rachel Varga Podcast and The Always Radiant Skin Podcast)!Rachel Vargainfo@theschoolofradiance.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MINISTERIAL BIBLE STUDY (September 9th): Prophets and the Spirit of Prophecy Part 2Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for listening to our podcast!If you have any questions, subjects you would like to hear discussed, or feedback of any kind, you can contact us at:greengac@yahoo.com or through the links below, where you can find additional information about our work as well as other materials: Green Gospel Assembly Church – The Church that is Different    (church website)

MINISTERIAL BIBLE STUDY (September 9th): Prophets and the Spirit of Prophecy Part 1Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for listening to our podcast!If you have any questions, subjects you would like to hear discussed, or feedback of any kind, you can contact us at:greengac@yahoo.com or through the links below, where you can find additional information about our work as well as other materials: Green Gospel Assembly Church – The Church that is Different    (church website)

The hosts of the Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, react to and discuss the 2026 Spirit of Atlanta Drumline from finals night with their Battery Arranger and Caption Head, Adam Wiencken.

This is easily one of the best conversations to ever happen on this show.We stopped by Trust Records HQ for this incredible chat the great Sammy Siegler, one of hardcore's most prolific drummers to ever grace the throne.We dive into Sammy's origin as the Godfather of Open Handed Lefty drummers in hardcore, his brief stint in Gorilla Biscuits, joining Side By Side at 11-12 years old, the Project X 7", joining Youth of Today as a longtime fan of the band, ALL things Judge, Chung King and Bringin' It Down and his later work in CIV, Rival Schools, Glassjaw and somehow Limp Bizkit of all things.We're appropriately joined by my main man Mike Cesario of Twitching Tongues, Disgrace, Pity Sex, Forced Order and more to round out this mini panel of unique drummers.Thanks to Sammy for joining us and sharing so much lore about so many great bands and records. Enjoy!!!__________HardLore: A Knotfest Series, fueled by Monster EnergyEdited by Steven Grise Title sequence by Nicholas Marzluf• Join the HARDLORE PATREON to watch every single weekly episode early and ad-free, alongside exclusive monthly episodes!• Join the HARDLORE DISCORD! • HardLore Official Website/HardLore Records store• Get 15% off the custom drum kit of your dreams with SJC DRUMS!• Visit TRUST RECORDS to pick up reissues and merch from countless legendary hardcore bands00:00:00 - Start00:03:27 - Discovering Hardcore & Drumming in '80s NYC00:11:14 - Finding Straight Edge00:18:11 - GORILLA BISCUITS00:23:14 - SIDE BY SIDE00:33:23 - You're Only Young Once00:38:46 - The Spirit of 198800:43:51 - The Way It Is Compilation / Side By Side Reunion00:47:17 - Pardon This Interruption...00:50:14 - PROJECT X00:58:24 - YOUTH OF TODAY01:02:39 - We're Not In This Alone01:13:58 - Youth Crew01:19:41 - We're Not In This Alone Tour01:27:27 - Youth of Today Breaking Up01:28:44 - JUDGE01:33:01 - The Earliest Version of "Metallic Hardcore"01:38:51 - Chung King Can Suck It01:47:16 - Bringin' It Down, There Will Be Quiet, The End of Judge01:52:12 - Judge Covering Led Zeppelin01:58:05 - Sammy's First Heartbreaking Edgebreak02:03:39 - Disengage02:07:53 - Breaking Edge & SHELTER02:23:41 - GLASSJAW02:32:08 - LIMP BIZKIT??? (and RIVAL SCHOOLS)02:43:26 - The Knicks02:45:19 - Moshing02:47:59 - Sammy's Unexpected Influences02:50:11 - What Recording Represents Sammy the Most?02:55:44 - Top 4 Hardcore Records02:59:05 - DRUM TALK

Episode Overview Churches often know they need small groups, but creating a small group movement requires more than good curriculum or a one-time training session. Brian Miller talks with Jim Jansen about why coaching may be the missing piece. Rather than trying to teach new facilitators everything they could possibly need to know before they begin, churches can give them enough to get started and then surround them with ongoing encouragement, questions, listening, and support as real challenges arise. Jim introduces a simple structure for sustainable small group movements and explains why the often-missing role—the coach or mentor who comes alongside group facilitators—can make the difference between having a collection of groups and developing a movement that changes a church's culture. Key Ideas & Takeaways Content usually isn't the problem. Churches already have an enormous amount of small group content available. More information alone won't create a healthy movement. Too much upfront training can actually become a barrier. Jim describes the mistake of trying to give new facilitators everything he had learned over decades in a two-hour training. Instead of preparing people, it overwhelmed them. Give leaders enough to begin, then support them as they learn. A coaching environment allows facilitators to deal with challenges when those challenges are actually being experienced. Not everyone needs the same training. One leader may need help with a participant who dominates the conversation, while another needs to learn how to draw quieter people into the discussion. Coaching allows development to become individualized. There are probably more potential small group leaders than current small group leaders. The gap may not be a lack of capable people. It may be a lack of ongoing encouragement and support. Jim's small group movement structure includes several levels: Participants who belong to the group. Facilitators who lead the groups. Coaches or mentors who support the facilitators. Movement leaders who coordinate the overall ministry. In some settings, the pastor may provide another level of leadership. The coach or mentor is often the missing role. This person comes alongside facilitators, helps them reflect on what is happening in their groups, and helps them work through ordinary leadership challenges. As a movement grows, coaching needs to multiply. A movement leader may initially coach three or four facilitators personally. Once that grows to seven, ten, or more leaders, additional coaches are needed. The coaches may require more intentional development than the facilitators. A mentor who becomes overly prescriptive can unintentionally create dependence rather than develop the facilitator. A coach doesn't assume they know the answer. Coaching helps facilitators develop their own ability to think, discern, solve problems, and make decisions. A coaching approach begins with humility. Jim describes foundational assumptions that the Spirit of God is already at work, people are intelligent, and the coach does not know everything about the situation. Confidence in people is contagious. Facilitators can sense when someone believes they are capable and trusts that God is working in and through them. Powerful questions can redirect a facilitator's attention. Asking, "What is the Lord doing in this group?" can move a leader beyond logistical frustrations and help them recognize what is actually happening in people's lives. Look beneath difficult behavior. When a participant is disagreeable or disruptive, Brian suggests asking, "What does that person need?" rather than immediately focusing on how to stop the behavior. Intentional listening is a core coaching skill. Effective leaders listen beyond words to facial expressions, body language, emotions, and what God may be doing beneath the surface. Observations can create awareness without becoming prescriptive advice. Simple statements such as "You seem frustrated" or "You might need to start on time" give the facilitator something to wrestle with without taking ownership of the decision away from them. Don't assume everyone dislikes the things you dislike. Facilitators can unnecessarily carry responsibilities because they assume nobody else would want them. Inviting others to contribute can develop new leaders and give people meaningful ways to serve. Encouragement matters. Small group facilitators regularly need someone reminding them that they are doing better than they think and that ordinary struggles do not mean they are failing. Memorable Quotes & Ideas "If content were the problem, we would have had that fixed a long time ago, because we are swimming in content." "There are probably more people who are capable of leading a small group than are currently leading a small group." "Sometimes mentors become prescriptive." "The Spirit of God is working through this facilitator." "People can feel the confidence you have in them." "What is the Lord doing in this group?" "What does that person need?" "People have to own that decision for themselves." "You cannot over-encourage these small group facilitators." From groups to a movement: The key difference isn't simply starting more groups. It is creating an internal support structure that continually develops the people leading those groups. Train for reality rather than every possibility: Instead of anticipating every problem in advance, equip facilitators with the basics and give them access to someone who can help them think when actual problems arise. Coaching develops leaders instead of creating dependence: A prescriptive mentor becomes the person with all the answers. A coach helps the facilitator become increasingly capable of navigating challenges themselves. A simple coaching toolkit: Powerful questions, intentional listening, concise observations, and encouragement can dramatically improve the experience of a small group facilitator without requiring the coach to be an expert in every situation.

Worship is not just what we sing, it's what we obey, especially when obedience costs us comfort. On day 29 of 31 Days of Obedience, we sit with Romans 12:1-2 and the call to present our lives as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God. That's not hype, it's discipleship for real life, and it forces an honest question: do we love God the way we say we love God, or only when it's convenient?We talk about “reasonable service” as a response to God's mercy, the mercy that meets us through Jesus' cross, redemption, reconciliation, and being brought into right standing with the Father. When that truth lands, obedience stops feeling like a random rulebook and starts looking like worship. We also unpack why the phrase “living sacrifice” matters so much, because a living sacrifice can get up off the altar, and that's why renewing the mind is essential for spiritual growth, consistency, and intentional living.Then we get practical. We name the places we tend to withhold, relationships, habits, plans, ambitions, time, health, and we use a simple image to expose our fear: the small teddy bear we cling to while God is inviting us to trust Him with more. You'll leave with a reflection question, a surrender prayer you can pray out loud, and a gentle push to obey swiftly when the Spirit makes the next step clear.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a rating and review so more women can find the show.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Coffee and Divination, I'm joined once again by Irene Glasse — Heathen Witch, teacher, author, and spiritworker.Irene is the co-author, with Caine Dreamwalker, of the newly released Foundations of Witchcraft: A Blackfeather Mystery School Training Manual, from Crossed Crow Books, as well as Blackfeather Mystery School: The Magpie Training. She is also a contributing writer to Llewellyn's Witch's Sun Sign series and Sabbats Almanacs, a Commissioned Lay Minister at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick, and the lead organizer of Frederick CUUPS.We begin our chat discussing the divinatory experience that inspired Blackfeather Mystery School, and the question at the heart of Foundations of Witchcraft: what skills and practices actually help someone become a capable, grounded Witch?Irene and I talk about spirit communication and discernment, knowing your own internal voice, and using divination to help confirm and clarify messages you've received. We also explore Elemental Life Sculpting, magical agency, guising and altered energetic states, trance states, and the importance of maintaining foundational practices even as our magical work becomes more advanced. It's always lovely to speak with Irene, and this conversation went in some wonderful directions. I hope you enjoy, and let me know your thoughts, as always!--Find Irene Glasse online:Glasse Witch Cottage: https://glassewitchcottage.com/Blackfeather Mystery School: https://blackfeathermystery.com/Signed copies of Foundations of Witchcraft: A Blackfeather Mystery School Training Manual: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/286E8M5RCXXYJ/checkout/FCJQ6DHZABVLPY2ICUXQQLVF--The Diviner's Pathway — Registration Now OpenRegistration is now open for the founding cohort of The Diviner's Pathway, my new six-week live course in nature-led divination.This intensive course will meet weekly beginning November 10, 2026, working across tarot, runes, pendulums, dreams, and the basics of omen recognition, while developing the deeper skills that connect those practices: asking better questions, cultivating spiritual relationships, and learning to listen more clearly.This first cohort will be a small, close-knit group — only eight students total — so if you've been interested in studying divination with me in a more hands-on way, take a look at the full course information and registration here:The Diviner's Pathway — course details and registrationYou can also find information about upcoming classes, events, private divination sessions, and free resources at www.CoffeeAndDivination.com--Support Coffee and Divination:The Diviner's Path: A Nature-Led Approach to Divination with Tarot, Runes & Pendulums is now available from Llewellyn Publishing and through your local bookstore.To find it online:https://amzn.to/4e6EXH9Visit Coffee and Divination:https://www.coffeeanddivination.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coffeeanddivination/To watch episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeeandDivinationSupport the show and access online meet-ups through Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/coffeeanddivinationThank you for listening, and, as always, see you between the worlds...

The ascension of Christ and the pouring out of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost answer the question at the heart of Acts — who are the true people of God? The answer — those who follow Jesus Christ. Christianity began as a movement from within Judaism which explains why the Temple plays such a large role in these early chapters. The Spirit of God now rests in a Temple of living stones called the church. And this Spirit-empowered church receives a mission: the risen Christ has ascended to the highest seat of power at the right hand of the Father. Therefore, all false Temples and gods whether Jew or Gentile must surrender before this king. Acts 3:1-6:7 shows how the power of the Spirit testifies about Christ through the church as they embody the life of the kingdom in various ways. First, we see the mercy and message of the true Temple. Second, we see the blessings and curses of the Temple. Finally, we see the protection and provision of the Temple.

Derricke Gray teaches the Wednesday Night Bible study at River of Life, an inter-denominational, Spirit-filled church in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share them for those determined to worship God in spirit and in truth.

Derricke Gray teaches the Wednesday Night Bible study at River of Life, an inter-denominational, Spirit-filled church in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share them for those determined to worship God in spirit and in truth.

Today Pastor Jeff shares how pursuing kindness and the things that please God helps us grow in the Fruit of the Spirit and become more like Jesus. Proverbs 21:21  Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.

What if a loved one in the afterlife could remind you that you are not alone—and help you release the guilt you've been carrying? In this emotional psychic medium reading, Sandra connects with her daughter Asia, who comes through with loving spirit messages about her mother, her nieces, and her beloved dog, Peanut.Asia also brings an important message about Sandra's ongoing physical struggles and the emotional weight she has been carrying since her daughter's death. Sandra opens up about feeling responsible for not being there to save her daughter, while Laura Lee offers spiritual guidance to help her release the painful thoughts of “what if” and “what could I have done?” This powerful medium reading explores grief healing, signs from loved ones, the afterlife, family bonds, and the possibility of finding peace after devastating loss.

This sermon examines the personal nature of the Holy Spirit and the believer's capacity to grieve Him through sinful actions such as bitterness, anger, and unforgiveness. It emphasizes that while the Spirit seals the believer for salvation, persistent resistance to His conviction leads to quenching His influence, resulting in spiritual dryness and a perceived absence of God's presence. The message contrasts this negative dynamic with the positive possibility of pleasing the Spirit by cultivating kindness, tenderness, and forgiveness within the body of Christ. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging believers to actively listen to the Spirit's voice and respond with obedience to maintain a vibrant, joyful communion with God.

The Ark Fellowship Cypress, Texas Lead Pastor: Dr. Angela Okotie-Eboh

This devotional explores the concept of spiritual maturity by contrasting infantile reliance on basic truths with the capacity for discernment found in solid food. It argues that true growth is not merely an accumulation of doctrinal knowledge but the practical application of biblical principles through constant practice. The preacher emphasizes that God desires hearts conformed to Christ's image rather than heads filled with contradictory facts. Spiritual maturity is evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit, particularly love for God and neighbor, which flows from a life of obedience. Ultimately, believers are assured that God's grace actively works to persevere in their growth until they reach final salvation.

Opening O Lord, open my lips And my mouth will declare Your praise. Make haste, O God, to deliver me; Make haste to help me, O Lord.   Candle Lighting   Prayer of Approach (from St. Augustine) Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, that my work may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, to love what is holy.   Psalm Reading - Psalm 117 - NLT (Pentecost) Praise the Lord, all you nations. Praise him, all you people of the earth. For his unfailing love for us is powerful; the Lord's faithfulness endures forever. Praise the Lord!   Scripture Reading - John 20:16-17 Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'”   Silent Meditation on God's Word   As we enter this time of meditation on God's Word, we pause to be still, to breathe slowly, to re-center our scattered senses on the presence of God, and to take a moment of silent prayer to ask the Holy Spirit to speak clearly to us through His Word.   -Pause 0:15-   As I read our text for today, listen for one word or phrase that is being spoken by God to you. Ask yourself: Through which word or phrase is God wanting to speak to me today? Allow that word or phrase to guide your meditation today. Repeat it over and over in your mind. Let it wash over you. Let it fill you.   Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'”   As the Holy Spirit speaks to You today through His Word, take a moment now to pause and repeat that word over and over in your mind as you allow God's Word to wash over you and fill you.   -Pause 1:00-   Now we reflect on the word or phrase that God is highlighting for us today. Ask yourself: What part of my life needs to hear this word from God? The Spirit has highlighted something in this text for you today. What part of you really needs to hear that? Here, I will read the text again, and then we will have a longer time of silence to reflect on what God is highlighting for you today.   Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'”   Take a moment now to pause and consider: What part of your life needs to hear this word from God today?   -Pause 1:15-   Now we respond to God's Word.   As yourself, What is my response to God based on what I have encountered in His Word? Because God speaks to us all in different ways, your response can also take on many different forms. Maybe that response is in the form of a prayer. Use this time to thank and praise God. Speak to and listen to Him. Ask Him for something. Allow your prayer to flow from your heart freely and fully. Or maybe God is reminding you of something. Maybe He's reminding you of your identity in Him. Or of His promises. Or of His presence in your life. And so I encourage you to sit in that reminder. Or is God inviting you to respond in some physical way to the word that you have heard? Maybe it's an encouragement to keep doing what you're doing. Maybe it's an encouragement to stop doing what you're doing. Maybe it's an encouragement to start doing something new. We hear God's Word and respond to it.    Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'”   Take a moment now to pause and consider: What is your response to God based on what you have encountered in His Word?   -Pause 1:30-   And now we rest in God's Word. We have read God's Word. We have reflected on it. You have responded to it. Now we return to a place of rest.  Remember that this rest is not based on your works. It is not based on your response to God's Word. But today and every day, we can rest in God's promises and His presence here with us today.   Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'”   Take a moment now to rest in God's promises and His presence here with us today.   -Pause 1:00-   Lord's Prayer Our Father who art in heaven: hallowed be Thy name: Thy kingdom come: Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven:  Give us this day our daily bread: and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us:  and lead us not into temptation: but deliver us from evil: For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.   Invitation to Share   Benediction Eternal Creator of light, Yours is the morning and Yours is the evening. Draw us to Yourself so there will be no darkness within us. Amen. Let us go in peace. Thanks be to God.  

This devotional explores the concept of spiritual maturity by contrasting infantile reliance on basic truths with the capacity for discernment found in solid food. It argues that true growth is not merely an accumulation of doctrinal knowledge but the practical application of biblical principles through constant practice. The preacher emphasizes that God desires hearts conformed to Christ's image rather than heads filled with contradictory facts. Spiritual maturity is evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit, particularly love for God and neighbor, which flows from a life of obedience. Ultimately, believers are assured that God's grace actively works to persevere in their growth until they reach final salvation.

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This study explores the profound reality of believers possessing all spiritual blessings in heavenly places through their union with Christ. It contrasts the transient nature of material prosperity with the eternal security of God's spiritual gifts, emphasizing that these blessings are irrevocable and comprehensive. The exposition highlights the source of these blessings in the Father, the means in the Son, and the application by the Spirit, covering past election, present redemption, and future inheritance. The tone is triumphant and pastoral, encouraging believers to find their identity and sufficiency in Christ rather than in worldly circumstances. The message concludes with an exhortation to respond with praise and to set one's affections on eternal things, recognizing that the Christian's true wealth is secure in glory.

This devotional explores the concept of spiritual maturity by contrasting infantile reliance on basic truths with the capacity for discernment found in solid food. It argues that true growth is not merely an accumulation of doctrinal knowledge but the practical application of biblical principles through constant practice. The preacher emphasizes that God desires hearts conformed to Christ's image rather than heads filled with contradictory facts. Spiritual maturity is evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit, particularly love for God and neighbor, which flows from a life of obedience. Ultimately, believers are assured that God's grace actively works to persevere in their growth until they reach final salvation.

SummaryRobert Bolden shares his personal journey of spiritual transformation, emphasizing the importance of daily engagement with the Word and the Holy Spirit's guidance. He discusses the contrast between living by the flesh and the spirit, and how faith in Jesus offers eternal life and peace.Key TopicsThe importance of daily engagement with the BibleThe contrast between living by the flesh and the spiritThe role of the Holy Spirit in personal transformationFaith in Jesus as the only way to GodThe significance of remaining in Jesus and the WordTakeawaysThe power of being in the Word every day to transform your lifeLiving by the Spirit brings life and peace, unlike living by the fleshFaith in Jesus offers eternal life and true peaceThe Holy Spirit teaches us all things and remains within usRemaining in Jesus and the Word is essential for spiritual growthSound Bites"The word does the transforming, not people""Living by the Spirit brings life and peace""There is only one way to God, through Jesus"Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Spiritual Journey02:30 The Power of Daily Engagement with the Word04:04 Living by the Flesh vs. Living by the Spirit05:10 The Significance of Faith in Jesus06:52 The Holy Spirit's Role in Guidance and Teaching08:46 The Bible as a Guide and Confirmation11:05 Remaining in Jesus and the Word for Growth12:46 Money, Idols, and Worldly Influences14:11 Unlearning the Flesh and Relearning the Spirit15:07 Closing Remarks and Invitation to ConnectReady to become part of the community? https://lifetransformed.podia.com/message us and we will give you free access.Merchhttps://www.bonfire.com/store/lifetransformed/Schedule a serve call ⁠https://www.picktime.com/LifeTransformed⁠Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bbolden18?igsh=cnlvdjQ5eGJwZTM%3D&utm_source=qr⁠https://www.instagram.com/bbolden18?igsh=cnlvdjQ5eGJwZTM%3D&utm_source=qrYouTube⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6sszulCUrjodEyThd-rBw⁠Podcasts Join me live from Odd's Cafe here in Asheville…  message me for the exact time.  ⁠https://www.oddscafe.com/⁠Email: robertbolden@thisworldfreedom.com

Acts 9–14 captures the church's transformation from a small, persecuted movement into a bold, Spirit‑driven mission stretching across cultures and continents. Saul's encounter with the risen Jesus turns an enemy into an apostle, Peter's ministry reveals that God welcomes Gentiles without barrier, and the church in Antioch becomes a diverse, generous base for global mission. Paul and Barnabas' first journey then shows the gospel's disruptive power—bringing healing, confrontation, joy, and opposition—as they proclaim Jesus from Cyprus to the cities of Galatia, strengthening new believers and entrusting emerging communities to God's grace.

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Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 40–41; Psalm 128; Revelation 21 Click HERE to give! 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. Today is September 16th, and our readings are Ezekiel 40–41, Psalm 128, and Revelation 21. In Ezekiel, we are given a detailed vision of a restored temple. The prophet is led through gates, courtyards, rooms, walls, and sacred spaces. Everything is measured with care. This temple represented the place where heaven and earth met, where God dwelt among his people, and where humanity approached the presence of God through sacrifice. Psalm 128 offers a picture of blessing, flourishing, family, and peace. Then Revelation 21 carries us into an entirely new vision. John sees a new heaven and a new earth. The holy city descends from God, and a voice announces that God's home is now among his people. There will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain. And remarkably, John sees no temple in the city. There is no longer a separate sacred building because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. There is no need for sun or moon because the glory of God illuminates everything, and the Lamb is its light. The sacred space toward which the temple always pointed has opened wide. God is making his home with humanity. Today's readings invite us to trust God through seasons of change. Buildings change. Institutions change. Familiar patterns pass away. But the presence and faithfulness of God remain. The Lamb is our temple. The Lamb is our light. And the One seated upon the throne declares, "Look, I am making everything new." TODAY'S DEVOTION: The Lamb Is Our Temple The story of sacrifice is finished. That is what stands out to me in today's readings. In Ezekiel, we are given a painstaking description of a temple. There are gates, rooms, walls, courtyards, and exact measurements. This is sacred space. This is the place where heaven and earth meet. This is where the presence of God dwells among the people and where broken humanity approaches God through sacrifice. Every room matters. Every measurement matters. Every altar and sacred space belongs to a much larger story. But it is a story that is always pointing beyond itself. It is pointing toward Jesus. Then John sees something entirely new. A new heaven. A new earth. A new Jerusalem. And he says, "I saw no temple in the city." No temple. No altar. No sacred building separating the holy from the ordinary. Why? Because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. Everything the old temple represented has been fulfilled in Christ. The place where heaven and earth meet is Jesus. The sacrifice is Jesus. The presence of God among humanity is Jesus. The light of the city is Jesus. Even the sun and moon are no longer needed because the glory of God fills everything, and the Lamb is its light. The old structures have served their purpose. The signs have given way to the reality. The symbols have given way to the One they were always pointing toward. And this can be hard for us because we often become attached to the structures. We become attached to the familiar. We find comfort in the way things have always been. But life changes. Seasons change. Our families change. Our bodies change. Churches and institutions change. Sometimes the things that once gave us stability disappear. But the faithfulness of God does not disappear with them. God is not contained within the old structures. God is making all things new. And we are being invited to live in that newness. Our life is not secured by holding tightly to everything that once was. Our life is found in Christ. The Lamb is our temple. The Lamb is our light. The Lamb is our life. And your life has been woven into his. Your story has been gathered into his story. Your name is written in the life of the Lamb. So when seasons change and familiar things pass away, we do not have to be afraid. The One who held us in the last season will hold us in the next. The One who was faithful yesterday will be faithful tomorrow. The Lamb remains. And he is making all things new. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer 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. 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Watch Us On YouTube! Take advantage of our ongoing benefit for annual subscribers of our Slack community. Annual subscribers receive a free Points Path Alerts subscription OR a 30% discount on Points Path Pro. The whole gang is here! Ed and Richard are joined by Summer Hull and newly ChatGPT-certified travel genius Julian Kheel for an episode that somehow takes 17 minutes to get to the news—and makes pretty good use of those 17 minutes. First, there's a celebration: Miles To Go has officially passed 10,000 YouTube subscribers. There's also an update on Richard's missing birthday present, the Flight Wall Mini, and the group examines ChatGPT's scientific determination that there's a "surprisingly strong case" for Julian being a genius. Then they finally get to the news. The TSA is testing Gateside, which allows TSA PreCheck members at participating airports to request access beyond security even when they aren't flying. That means meeting someone at the gate—or accompanying a family member who needs help—could once again become possible. Julian loves the idea, Summer isn't planning recreational trips to the gate, and Richard points out that there have always been…other ways to accomplish this. There's potentially another TSA change coming as well: allowing PreCheck members to bring water through security. But Ed has questions about how smoothly Gateside will actually work when travelers arrive at the checkpoint without a boarding pass, especially given Richard's recent experiences with TSA Touch Free. After Julian departs, the conversation turns to Frontier's major loyalty changes. Diamond status will become easier to earn, but mileage earning is being reduced across fares and several elite benefits are disappearing unless travelers purchase bundles. Richard says Frontier will become much more situational for his family, especially with Gold members losing seat selection at booking. But Frontier's changes come at a particularly interesting time because domestic airfare is getting painful. Summer is paying Frontier for an upcoming family trip to Orlando because comparable United tickets were roughly $2,500–$3,000 for four people. Richard faced similarly painful pricing from New York. Without Spirit providing as much low-cost competition, the group discusses whether we're already seeing the effects in leisure markets such as Orlando and Las Vegas. And miles aren't necessarily saving the day. Summer found United awards running 40,000–50,000 miles for expensive Orlando flights, while international award travel brings its own problem: increasingly painful taxes and fees, particularly when traveling as a family. There are still wins. Summer snagged business class to Europe for 68,000 United miles per person with minimal fees, while Ed found reasonably priced Honolulu–Sydney awards and used an Atmos Rewards 100,000-mile companion certificate. The game isn't dead—but having flexibility, alerts and the right tools is becoming increasingly important. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/ ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode ✈️ Is Julian officially a genius? ChatGPT weighs in Travel intelligence: 9.5/10 Vacation skills: considerably lower The proposed "Julian Kheel, Genius*" nameplate Why asking AI this question may have been a terrible idea ✈️ M2G hits 10,000 YouTube subscribers A milestone for the show Contract-renegotiation jokes immediately follow ✈️ Richard finally gets his Flight Wall The mysterious missing birthday package Life as a New York City doorman in the Amazon era Tracking flights in real time from Richard's office ✈️ TSA brings back access to the gate Gateside access for TSA PreCheck members Meeting arriving passengers at the gate Helping family members through the airport Why Ed is skeptical about how smoothly it'll work ✈️ Could TSA let you bring water through security? A potential future PreCheck benefit Giving pre-vetted travelers more flexibility Why Julian thinks it's a logical expansion ✈️ Frontier takes a chainsaw to elite status Easier Diamond qualification Lower mileage earning Elite perks disappearing Bundles required to regain some benefits Why Richard's Frontier strategy is changing ✈️ Family airfare is getting ridiculous $2,500–$3,000 trips to Orlando Frontier becoming the rational choice despite its changes The potential impact of reduced Spirit competition Vegas airfare reportedly up sharply ✈️ Miles aren't necessarily solving the problem 40,000–50,000-mile domestic awards School-calendar constraints International taxes and fees Why repositioning may be increasingly important ✈️ There are still great awards out there Summer's 68,000-mile United business-class tickets Ed's Honolulu–Sydney redemption Atmos Rewards companion certificates Why flexibility and alerts matter more than ever ⏱️ Episode 454 Timestamps 2:26 – ChatGPT decides whether Julian is actually a genius 6:10 – M2G celebrates 10,000 YouTube subscribers 8:07 – Richard finally gets his Flight Wall birthday present 15:07 – Points Path Flex Alerts and finding better award availability 17:04 – TSA Gateside: going through security without a boarding pass 21:15 – Will TSA's technology actually make Gateside work? 24:22 – Frontier guts elite benefits and changes mileage earning 26:02 – When Orlando airfare costs $2,500–$3,000 for a family 31:14 – Domestic award prices are getting painful, too 32:19 – International award fees, repositioning and finding the remaining deals

ACTS 6:1-7 - SPIRIT & WISDOM - BRIAN SUMNER - 2026ACTS 6:1-7  "In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Hellenistic Jews[ among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. 2 So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, “It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. 3 Brothers and sisters, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them 4 and will give our attention to prayer and the ministry of the word.”5 This proposal pleased the whole group. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit; also Philip, Procorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas from Antioch, a convert to Judaism. 6 They presented these men to the apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them.7 So the word of God spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem increased rapidly, and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith."To support this channel and partner with Brian in Ministryhttps://www.briansumner.net/support/For more on Brianhttp://www.briansumner.nethttps://www.instagram.com/BRIANSUMNER/https://www.facebook.com/BRIANSUMNEROFFICIALTo listen to Brians Podcast, click below.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Purchase Brians Marriage book at https://www.amazon.com/Never-Fails-Da...Brian is a full time "Urban Missionary" both locally and internationally with a focus on MISSIONS - MARRIAGES - MINISTRY. Since coming to faith in 2004 doors continued opening locally and internationally to do more and more ministry with a focus on Evangelism, Outreach Missions, Marriage, Counsel, Schools, Festivals, Conferences and the like.  Everything about this ministry is made possible because of people personally partnering through the non profit. God Bless and thank you. †Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW