Podcasts about spiritual apathy

What happens when Christians stop contending for the faith and choose silence instead? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef highlights three warnings from Jude that expose the dangers of indifference toward false teaching and spiritual drift. Israel after the Exodus (Jude 1:5): God delivered His people, yet many later doubted Him—believing obstacles were bigger than God's promises. Their unbelief led to prolonged wandering and loss of blessing. Dr. Youssef warns that apathy toward truth can similarly rob believers of God's best—His power for victory. Rebellious angels (Jude 1:6): Just as Satan deceived many, spiritual leaders can drift through apathy and pull others with them. It often starts when believers stop contending for the faith, resulting in loss of influence and spiritual effectiveness. Sodom and Gomorrah and Lot's slow compromise (Jude 1:7): Lot moved closer to sin step by step—distressed by evil, yet passive. In the end, judgment came and he lost dearly, showing how spiritual apathy can cost privilege and stability. Dr. Youssef's message is clear: apathy produces loss—but contending for the faith is faithful service to our mighty King. This devotional will challenge you to reject passivity, stand on Scripture, and speak truth with courage and love. Prayer: God, I pray against apathy in my life and ask for Your wisdom and love to guide me in sharing the hope of Christ with those inside and outside the church. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Though you already know all this, I want to remind you that the Lord at one time delivered his people out of Egypt, but later destroyed those who did not believe” (Jude 1:5). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Truth: The Most Endangered Species: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In this message, Pastor Karl digs into the third and fourth parables of Matthew 13 — the Mustard Seed and the Leaven — and recovers an interpretation that the earliest church held for the first three centuries: these are not simply triumphant stories of kingdom growth, but diagnostic warnings about corruption quietly taking root within it.Using the memorable image of an unnaturally oversized Chihuahua, Pastor Karl challenges the assumption that bigger always means better — in culture, in church, and in personal faith. Just because something grows doesn't mean it's healthy. God designs everything with a DNA, and when growth outpaces its intended nature, something has gone wrong.From the Mustard Seed, the lesson is clear: a church that softens or reshapes Scripture to fit cultural comfort is one where corruption has found a home. Health — not size — is the measure that matters.From the Leaven, the warning cuts even deeper: what is hidden eventually spreads, and what spreads eventually shapes. Compromise never announces itself. It blends in, seeps slowly, and before long, convictions weaken, hunger for God fades, and obedience stalls.Pastor Karl closes with a pointed and personal call: audit your inputs, don't outgrow your obedience, and do serious business with the leaven you've allowed to stay too long.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

In this episode, our host Jamie sits down with Tom Read and Christian Franklin to dive deeper into our new series on Nehemiah, while also taking time to hear the story behind our new worship song - 'In His Name' Listen to 'In His Name': https://wingsmusic.lnk.to/InHisName

In this message, Pastor Karl tackles one of the more challenging passages in Matthew's Gospel — a section most preachers skip, especially leading up to Easter. Working through Matthew 11:20–30, he confronts a subtle but serious spiritual danger: indifference toward Christ.Using Jesus's sharp words of judgment against Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum, Pastor Karl unpacks why indifference is not a neutral stance — it is quiet opposition. The cities Jesus condemns weren't filled with outright God-haters; they were filled with people who had witnessed his miraculous works firsthand and simply... didn't respond. Jesus declares their judgment will be worse than that of Tyre, Sidon, and even Sodom — cities synonymous with extreme wickedness — because with greater revelation comes greater responsibility.Pastor Karl also walks through what Scripture teaches about degrees of judgment, the nature of hell, and why the unforgivable sin is ultimately the rejection of a known gospel. He then turns to Jesus's tender invitation in verses 28–30 — the rest he offers to those crushed under the weight of self-imposed religion or man-made rules — and explains what it truly means to take on the easy yoke of Christ.The message closes with a powerful challenge: the goodness God has shown you is meant to lead you to repentance, not comfort.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Pastor Keni confronts the danger of spiritual apathy, and how our faith can quietly drift from passionate devotion to lukewarm indifference. New to Echo Grace? We'd love to get to know you! Fill out a quick connect form at https://echograce.com/connect. Want to support our ministries & mission? Your generosity makes a difference. Give at https://echograce.com/give.

Need Some Shaking?Beware Spiritual Apathy (v.14-17)Be Zealous (v.18-20)Be Lifted Up (v.21-22)

Need Some Shaking?Beware Spiritual Apathy (v.14-17)Be Zealous (v.18-20)Be Lifted Up (v.21-22)

Need Some Shaking?Beware Spiritual Apathy (v.14-17)Be Zealous (v.18-20)Be Lifted Up (v.21-22)

Today, we talk about the connection between sleep (or lack thereof), screens, and spiritual apathy. Kelly walks through five ways screens contribute to sleep deprivation and how children and teens who are sleep deprived are more likely to experience poor mental health, among other negative outcomes. More important for Christian parents is the spiritual apathy that arises in kids who are sleep-deprived. In this episode, you will learn how sleep is both biblical and necessary for children’s and teens’ spiritual health. Armed with this knowledge, you will be encouraged and equipped to make changes to your family structure to reprioritize sleep, remove screens from the bedroom, and reinforce the biblical importance of getting enough rest. SHOP our Wristbands and Other Merch! Articles referenced: Teens & Sleep: The Hidden Cost of Sleep Deprivation How to help your child get enough healthy brain-boosting sleep Teens with insomnia who lack sleep may be at risk for high blood pressure The Critical Connection between Teens' Sleep and Mental Health Contemporary Screen Time Modalities among Children 9–10 years old and Binge-Eating Disorder at One-Year Follow-Up: A Prospective Cohort Study Sleep in High School Students Maybe the teen mental health crisis is actually a sleep crisis Scripture referenced: Psalm 121:3-4 Genesis 2:2-3 Mathew 11:29 Psalm 62:1 Psalm 23:2-3 Psalm 116:7 Psalm 46:10 Psalm 3:5 Psalm 4:8 Psalm 127:2 1 Peter 1:13, 4:7, 5:8 2 Samuel 11:2-3 Luke 22:45-46, 50, 52 Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

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David and Brian sit down to discuss the danger of slothfulness, what exactly Acedia is, and how to respond when it arises in our lives.

What kind of sin disgusts Jesus? He is certainly appalled by sexual sin, religious idolatry, and worldly compromise, but in the seven letters to the churches of Revelation, his harshest words are reserved for lukewarm Laodicea. In this letter to Laodicea, Jesus calls them and us out of spiritual apathy and lukewarmness by showing his disgust for it, describing what it looks like, detailing a path back, and revealing that he rebukes in grace.

Speaker or Performer: Randy McLendon Scripture Passage(s): Revelation 3:14-22 Date of Delivery: July 13, 2025

Today's devotional examines Jesus' message in Revelation to the church in Laodicea, which had become lukewarm about Christ.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, watch or listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series God's Final Call: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOWAVAILABLE NOW FOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTOne out of every seven Christians around the globe suffers intense persecution. As hatred toward followers of Jesus increases, we will be forced to either take a stand for Christ or retreat into cowardice. We will be forced to either proclaim our love for Jesus or deny our Lord. That's why Dr. Michael Youssef has written his newest book, God's Final Call. In this timely teaching from Revelation 2-3, Dr. Youssef leads you through important warnings and uplifting encouragements from Christ Himself delivered in His seven letters to the seven churches of Revelation—words just as relevant today as they were to the first-century church. Jesus' letters teach His followers how to live victoriously in times of peril and hostile opposition, so may we heed them closely as the world grows darker and more evil. Request your copy today for your gift of any amount! *Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through April 20, 2025

Are you relying on your own hands to make things happen? Are you trusting in your own comfortable place? Are you hiding away from a community of people that want to bring accountability and peace and joy to your life? Because that's how spiritual drift happens.Join us for part 4 of our collection, "The Bedroom: My Fortress" with Pastor Andy.**********

What if you went all in this year? What if you left behind spiritual apathy and lived into your God given purpose? On week 1 of our new message series Pastor Dan challenges us to live into our God given purpose and leave behind the comfort of being "lukewarm".

What is the danger of spiritual apathy? What is the danger of treating God casually? How can we recognize spiritual apathy in our lives? The book of Malachi is a window into the pitfalls of what happens when we merely go through the spiritual motions of life.

If you've ever felt apathetic towards spiritual things or even God, give this a listen. I discuss ways to overcome and how to identify the causes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fire-branded/support

This week Leslie revisits some of the most foundations truths living set apart for Christ, in this inspiring episode on overcoming spiritual apathy. In this episode, Leslie reminds us that to truly be Christ's disciple - we must start all in for Jesus and stay all in for Jesus: No matter what happens in our lives, no matter what happens in the world around us, no matter how many temptations come against us, no matter how many disappointments we face, and no matter how misunderstood or reviled we are. In times like these, we all need to be freshly resolved to count the cost, take up our cross and follow Him. This message helps us gain a clear vision for the crucified, radically devoted, and incredibly fulfilling life He has called us to.For more free resources from Leslie, visit www.setapart.org. For gift ideas, books, and other materials on Set Apart Living, visit our new online store: shop.setapart.org. To support Set Apart Ministries, visit https://setapart.org/support/.

I was recently asked how to keep from becoming discouraged when you try to share the gospel with your friends, and they just aren't interested? It's a great question. Our adversary wants to discourage us from doing good, including the good of sharing our faith with others.Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how reminding myself of what God expects of me, and what He doesn't expect, helps me stay encouraged in the gospel.Scripture Used in Today's Message2 Corinthians 5:20Matthew 4:19Matthew 28:19-20Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.TomthePreacher.comWe send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

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3 SIGNS OF LUKEWARMNESS 1.  SPIRITUAL APATHY “LUKEWARMNESS is a way of saying God, I believe in you, but you just don't excite me!”  –Charles Spurgeon 2.  COMPROMISE 3.  SELF RELIANCE

3 SIGNS OF LUKEWARMNESS 1.  SPIRITUAL APATHY “LUKEWARMNESS is a way of saying God, I believe in you, but you just don't excite me!”  –Charles Spurgeon 2.  COMPROMISE 3.  SELF RELIANCE

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Are you ready to reveal God's glory where there is no glory? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are reading 1 Samuel 4. I've titled this chapter "Misusing Divine Power." In the first few verses of Chapter 4, we discover that the Israelites were at war with the Philistines. They lose two battles, killing 37,000 men. The Ark of God is taken because Hophni and Phinehas make another stupid decision. They are both killed, and a messenger brings back news: Eli, their father, falls out of his chair because he is fat, apathetic, and blind, breaking his neck and dying. And then this happens to Eli's daughter-in-law: Now his daughter-in-law, the wife of Phinehas, was pregnant, about to give birth. And when she heard the news that the ark of God was captured, and that her father-in-law and her husband were dead, she bowed and gave birth, for her pains came upon her. And about the time of her death the women attending her said to her, “Do not be afraid, for you have borne a son.” But she did not answer or pay attention. And she named the child Ichabod, saying, “The glory has departed from Israel!” because the ark of God had been captured and because of her father-in-law and her husband. And she said, “The glory has departed from Israel, for the ark of God has been captured.” — 1 Samuel 4:19-22 This chapter concludes with the fulfillment of God's prophecy against Eli and his household. In just a few hours, the impact of this prophecy on many generations is evident. Eli, a long-standing Judge, has tipped over and died. His sons, who were high priests, were also slaughtered. Additionally, his daughter-in-law dies during childbirth, leaving his grandson, Ichabod, orphaned. The repercussions are not limited to the family alone - 37,000 families have lost their sons, brothers, fathers, and husbands. The spiritual dismay of Israel, a result of the loss of their high priests, is also significant. Furthermore, there is a looming fear of complete destruction as the glory of God has departed from the Tabernacle in Israel. If you are a father or grandfather and you are reading this with me today, I hope you feel compelled to step up your game because your spiritual apathy affects others. Like Eli, you can sit around, get old, blind, and fat, and become apathetic in your old age. Or you can get into the spiritual game and start doing something. My life was changed by a grandfather who refused to sit around in apathy in his old age. In his retirement, he taught me manners, self-care, and chivalry. He gave me driving lessons, taught me a work ethic, and demonstrated how to love, give, and forgive. He spiritually mentored me when I was desperate for a male role model. He tabernacled his life around my needs and then told me about a man who tabernacled his life on this earth to redeem my soul. The Word became flesh and dwelt [tabernacled] among us, and we have seen his glory. — John 1:14. Through Jesus, where there was no glory [Ichabod], glory was revealed. Fathers and grandfathers, start fulfilling your duty to reveal God's glory today before it's too late. #RevealGodsGlory #SpiritualLeadership #FromIchabodToImmanuel Ask This: In what areas of your life do you see signs of spiritual apathy creeping in, and what steps can you take to actively cultivate a deeper connection with God? Reflecting on the legacy of Eli and his family, how can you ensure that your actions today positively impact future generations spiritually, especially as a father or grandfather figure? Do This: Step Up Your Game. Pray This: Father, help me to recognize and overcome any spiritual apathy in my life, so that I may faithfully reveal Your glory in all that I do. Empower me to lead with wisdom and love, leaving a legacy that honors You and blesses future generations. Amen. Play This: Here Comes the Glory of the Lord.

Your sin can become a national crisis. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are reading 1 Samuel 4. I've titled this chapter "Misusing Divine Power." In the first few verses of Chapter 4, we discover that the Israelites were at war with the Philistines. They engaged in two battles sustaining devastating losses, first 7000 dead, then 30,000 dead, until the Philistines claimed victory, captured the Ark of God, and then sent the Israelites running. A man of Benjamin ran from the battle line and came to Shiloh the same day, with his clothes torn and with dirt on his head. When he arrived, Eli was sitting on his seat by the road watching, for his heart trembled for the ark of God. And when the man came into the city and told the news, all the city cried out. When Eli heard the sound of the outcry, he said, “What is this uproar?” Then the man hurried and came and told Eli. — 1 Samuel 4:12-14 This is a tragic moment for Israel. In a short devotional, it's tough to capture how devastated God's people might have felt. The unnamed Benjamite makes the 20-mile run retreating from the battle and shows up wearing all the signs of a man in mourning “with his clothes torn and dirt on his head.” The only way to capture the feeling of this moment is to imagine that you receive a call in the next few moments that your spouse or child was killed and then multiply it by 37,000. That's the message this man delivered to this city: 37,000 souls lost on the field of battle, including sons, husbands, and fathers. But let's not forget that all of this stemmed from the apathy of one man. Eli, the last in a long line of Judges, allowed his sons to continue to act in disobedience until finally, they did the unthinkable. They took the Ark of the Covenant from the House of the Lord into battle, which led to slaughter. Disobedient actions concern God, but so does disobedient inaction. Eli had plenty of time to deal with his sons' disobedience, but he didn't. He was apathetic. He took no action, and his inaction was counted as disobedience. This devious sin had devastating consequences for him, his family, his legacy, and 37,000 families who were also impacted. Listen carefully: your sin never only affects you. Disobedient action and disobedient inaction have consequences for everyone. Here's the application. Don't be spiritually apathetic to God today. Address your secret sin and stop hiding it. Address the issue in your marriage that you still need to address. Address your child who is acting in sin. Move from disobedient inaction into obedient action and rally those around you to godly action. If you keep putting it off, that situation will have the same devastating consequences in your life as it did to Eli, his family, and the nation of Israel because your apathy never affects only you; it affects everyone around you.

Have you ever felt spiritually empty or like God is far away? God may be trying to get your attention. Discover the subtle signs your spiritual health is at risk and how to reignite it. Watch the Full Episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/6RmthxBidsQ About LCBC Church: LCBC stands for Lives Changed By Christ. We are one church in multiple locations across Pennsylvania. Find the location closest to you or join us for Church Online. We can't wait to connect with you!

Malachi prophesied to God's people after they had returned to Israel from exile in Babylon. His message was one of caution and warning. Back in their homeland, the people were finally comfortable again and spiritual apathy began to settle in their hearts. Through Malachi, God addresses Israel's indifference and unfaithfulness to him. Join Groundwork as we study the profound words of Malachi and witness how out-of-sync life can get when we go through the motions of faith without investing our hearts. We'll learn from his warnings against spiritual apathy and his encouragement to examine our hearts, and discover how our faithfulness to God impacts our lives and our communities. Together, let's explore how the timeless wisdom of Malachi can illuminate our faith and transform our worship today.

God's purpose in all this was to use the church to display his wisdom in its rich variety to all the unseen rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. Ephesians 3:10 NLT   You are citizens along with all of God's holy people. You are members of God's family. Ephesians 2:19 NLT   See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! But the people who belong to this world don't recognize that we are God's children because they don't know him. 1 John 3:1 NLT   'But Christ, as the Son, is in charge of God's entire house. And we are God's house, if we keep our courage and remain confident in our hope in Christ. Hebrews 3:6 NLT   Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ's body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. Romans 12:4-5 NLT   The scriptures are very clear that church is not something you are intended just to attend and receive from, but something you are designed to contribute to for the well-being of others!   You have been believers so long now that you ought to be teaching others. Instead, you need someone to teach you again the basic things about God's word. You are like babies who need milk and cannot eat solid food. Hebrews 5:12 NLT   Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 NLT Physical needs. Safety needs. Love needs. Esteem needs. Cognitive needs. Aesthetic needs. Self-actualization needs. So those who are last now will be first then, and those who are first will be last. Matthew 20:16 NLT   Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant… Matthew 20:20 NLT   For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many. Matthew 20:28 NLT   'I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you. Now that you know these things, God will bless you for doing them. John 13:15,17 NLT   'Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20 NLT   1. Self-Centered Discipleship   “It's only the fruit from the tree in the middle of the garden that we are not allowed to eat. God said, ‘You must not eat it or even touch it; if you do, you will die.'” “You won't die!” the serpent replied to the woman. “God knows that your eyes will be opened as soon as you eat it, and you will be like God, knowing both good and evil.” The woman was convinced. She saw that the tree was beautiful and its fruit looked delicious, and she wanted the wisdom it would give her. So she took some of the fruit and ate it. Then she gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it, too. Genesis 3:3-6 NLT   At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you also going to leave?” Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. We believe, and we know you are the Holy One of God. ” John 6:66-69 NLT   According to Jesus, discipleship is not about self-actualization or self-preservation; it is about self-denial.   'Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.” Matthew 16:24-25 NLT   2. Spiritual Apathy   11 Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. 12 Their responsibility is to equip God's people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. 13 This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God's Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ. Ephesians 4:11-13 NLT   Ministry is the pathway to maturity and many Christians will never obtain maturity until they travel the path of ministry.   How Do I Make A Disciple?   Discipleship is not difficult; it's just proximity over an extended period of time with a purpose.   And He appointed twelve, so that they would be with Him and that He could send them out to preach…Mark 3:14 (NASB)     “There is simply NO substitute for getting with people and it is ridiculous to imagine that anything less, short of a miracle, can develop strong Christian leadership. After all, if Jesus, the Son of God, found it necessary to stay almost constantly with his few disciples for 3 yrs, and even one of them was lost, how can a church expect to do this job on an assembly line basis a few days out of the year?” Quote from The Master Plan Evangelism   You didn't choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit…John 15:16 (NLT)   “When will we realize that evangelism is not done by something, but by someone? . . . It's not better methods, but better men and women who know their Redeemer from personal experience…who see his vision and feel his passion for the world…who are willing to be nothing so that he might be everything.” Quote from The Master Plan Evangelism

Today's episode we're tackling something I know many of us struggle with – that pesky feeling of apathy. You know, when you're going through your daily routine feeling disconnected, like you're just ticking boxes without really engaging with your faith.Do you ever feel that?- [00:02:30] I'll get real with you about the emotional exhaustion that can lead us into the arms of indifference, and I'll share some life-changing tips for staying intentional when you're tempted to switch to auto-pilot.- [00:15:45] Ever felt like you're dialing up to God and just getting voicemail? Stick around, as we explore how to press on in faith, even without the warm and fuzzies.- [00:39:15] We'll dive into what 'cheap grace' versus 'costly grace' looks like and why our faith journey is more marathon than a sprint – especially during those times when doubt creeps in, and you wonder if any of this really matters.- [00:50:49] Can we get personal? I'll open up about the times when even I find reading the Bible a snooze and how I've learned to find rivers of relevance in scripture that sometimes feels dry as a desert.In this episode, it's all about shaking off the numbness and awakening to a vibrant, honest, and obedient faith walk. Whether you're struggling to connect with God, wrestling with questions, or just plain feeling blah about faith, know that you're not alone. I've been there, we've all been there, and together, we'll uncover how to come back to life spiritually.Don't forget to tune in for a heartfelt talk filled with truth, vulnerability, and encouragement. Remember, subscribe to The Thought Vault wherever you listen to podcasts, drop us a review if you're feeling the love, and jump into the conversation on our YouTube channel comments!

Do you feel bored with the Bible? Do you lack enthusiasm in your faith? Do you feel like your love for Jesus has grown cold?Friend, you are not alone. God wants to stir a fire in your heart for Him and help you overcome your spiritual apathy.This fall on the Prayers of REST Podcast we are getting honest with God about our temptations and struggles so that, by the power of the Holy Spirit at work within us, we can break free from the spiritual strongholds in our lives. Join us each week as we:R - Recite God's GoodnessE - Express Your NeedinessS - Seek His StillnessT - Trust His FaithfulnessIf we want to break free from the sins and temptations holding us captive, it is so important that we pray proactively and repeatedly. That's why my team created a special resource just for you!If you want to continue bringing your struggles to Jesus throughout the week—even if you don't have your earbuds on hand!—get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you'll get:A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotionsInstant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you prayA 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God's way of handling hard emotions in our daily lifeConvenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you're always prepared to prayA versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink useI hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you're facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to purchase yours today.Fill your mind with God's Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence...Support the show

In this episode, our host Elizabeth Urbanowicz grapples with the challenging question of how to engage a child who is increasingly disinterested in the things of God. How can we cultivate our child's affection toward God? Don't miss this episode on how to respond to a hard-hearted child.