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My Sheep Know My Voice: The Good Shepherd Continued – John 10:22–42 In Episode 140 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane continue their journey through John 10 as Jesus boldly reveals His identity during the Feast of Dedication. In John 10:22–42, Jesus declares that His sheep hear His voice, He knows them, and no one can snatch them from His hand. As opposition intensifies, Jesus continues to point people to the evidence of His works and His unity with the Father. This passage is a powerful reminder of the security, assurance, and intimacy believers have in Christ. Together, Jamie and Jane explore what it means to recognize the Shepherd's voice, trust His leadership, and rest in the confidence that we belong to Him. Whether you're struggling with doubt, seeking direction, or longing for deeper intimacy with God, this conversation will encourage you to listen closely to the voice of the One who calls you by name. Am I listening to the voice of the Good Shepherd—or allowing other voices to shape my identity and direction? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
The Good Shepherd: Known, Called, and Protected – John 10:1–21 In Episode 139 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane explore one of the most beloved passages in the Gospel of John: Jesus, the Good Shepherd. In John 10:1–21, Jesus reveals His heart for His people, declaring that He knows His sheep by name, leads them with care, and lays down His life for them. Together, Jamie and Jane unpack what it means to recognize the voice of the Shepherd in a world full of competing voices, how Jesus offers abundant life beyond mere survival, and why His sacrificial love sets Him apart from every other leader. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that you are not forgotten, overlooked, or wandering alone—you are known, pursued, and deeply loved by the Good Shepherd. Whose voice am I listening to most—and how is it shaping the direction of my life? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
hiiii GGB:) In this episode of Girls Gone Bible, we read the story of Jesus healing the blind man and explore the deeper reality of spiritual blindness. What keeps us from seeing Jesus clearly? And what happens when He opens our eyes? We pray this conversation helps you encounter Him in a fresh way. Teaching begins at we love you soooooo much. Jesus loves you more. -Ang & Ari ORDER OUR BOOK! You can order our new book "Out of the Wilderness— 31 Devotions to Walk with God Through Your Hardest Seasons" at girlsgonebible.com/book JOIN US ON GGB+
Amazing Grace: The Blind Man Who Finally Saw – John 9 In Episode 138 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane dive into John 9, the powerful story of a man born blind who encounters Jesus and receives his sight. But this miracle is about more than physical healing—it's about spiritual awakening, identity, and what it truly means to see. As the healed man grows in boldness and the religious leaders grow in resistance, this chapter reveals the difference between outward religion and genuine transformation. Together, Jamie and Jane unpack how Jesus meets us in brokenness, how suffering is not wasted, and why sometimes the people who think they see clearly can still miss the heart of God. This conversation is an invitation to let Jesus open your eyes—not just to healing, but to who He truly is. Where might Jesus be inviting me to see differently—about Him, myself, or others? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
Self-Righteousness leads to spiritual blindness because it overlooks personal accountability. Pride, self-centeredness, envy, jealousy, and lack of empathy is just a few characteristics that someone operating in self-righteousness possess. Appearing to be perfect, when everyone has flaws is the reality of not taking personal accountability. We all are a work in progress, and no one should think more highly of themselves than someone else as to put others down. Instead, we should be willing to see that we all are God's children that are standing in need of His grace and mercy daily.
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There's a difference between knowing about Jesus and actually walking with Him in power. This message from Pastor George Sawyer is an invitation to stop standing still in your faith and start stepping into everything God has already made available to you.In Next Steps, Pastor Sawyer takes us into the Upper Room in John , a moment filled with urgency, emotion, and promise. Jesus is preparing His disciples for what's coming, and instead of leaving them empty, He gives them something greater. This message brings clarity to what it actually means to follow Jesus in the New Testament. It's not about routine religion or occasional inspiration, it's about being filled, led, and empowered by the Holy Spirit daily. From creation to salvation, from Acts 1 to today, we see the same truth: God's Spirit transforms everything He touches.Pastor Sawyer challenges us to move beyond surface-level faith and surrender every part of our lives to the Holy Spirit. Because partial surrender leads to partial power, but full surrender unlocks everything.If you've been asking, “What's my next step?” this message will point you directly to it.Digital Connect Card: www.calvaryassembly.org/new Giving: https://calvarylive.churchcenter.com/giving Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CalvaryLiveAL/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calvary_live/ Need prayer? https://www.calvaryassembly.org/prayer Want to take your next step in faith? Https://www.calvaryassembly.org/next Calvary Assembly exists so that people can experience life at the highest level through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Located at 4839 Calvary Blvd., Tanner, Alabama 35671 Two miles west of I-65 & I-565 Intersection on HWY 20 Service Times: Sundays 10AM Contact us at (256) 355-7440 or email us at calvary@calvaryassembly.orgLearn more at our website: calvaryassembly.org00:00 Upper Room Context Explained – Jesus Prepares the Disciples Before the Cross00:47 John 14–16 Breakdown – Why This Moment Matters for Every Believer02:27 “If You Love Me, Obey Me” – What True Faith Looks Like in Action03:38 Who Is the Holy Spirit? – Understanding the Promise of the Counselor06:58 Why Jesus Had to Leave – The Advantage of the Holy Spirit Within You09:40 Why the Holy Spirit Matters Today – Power, Guidance, and Transformation14:46 New Creation in Christ – How the Holy Spirit Changes Your Life16:53 Holy Spirit in Creation – God's Power from Genesis to Today21:53 Spiritual Blindness to Light – How the Spirit Reveals Truth24:18 Acts 1 Explained – The Promise of Power for Every Believer24:59 Waiting on God – Preparing for the Holy Spirit's Power25:42 Outpouring or Falling Away – The Urgency of This Generation26:25 God Orders Your Steps – Walking in Divine Direction27:26 The Church vs The Building – What It Means to Be the Church28:04 Water Baptism and Obedience – Your First Step of Faith29:06 Full Surrender to God – How Much of Your Life Does He Have?30:51 Power to Be a Witness – Living Boldly for Jesus (Acts 1:8)31:30 Peter at Pentecost – From Fear to Boldness Through the Holy Spirit34:13 What It Means to Be a Witness – Living a Life That Points to Jesus36:52 Huddle Then Go – Preparing in God's Presence, Then Taking Action38:07 Anointing vs Calling – Why You Need the Holy Spirit's Power39:07 The Cost of Following Jesus – Faith That Endures Pressure41:25 Praying for an Acts 10 Moment – Expecting God to Move Today44:39 Missions Testimony from Honduras – Real-Life Impact of the Gospel46:07 Bringing the Book of Acts Into Today – Living Spirit-Empowered Daily
In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches how man’s original fall was rooted in an unhealthy relationship that distorted God’s truth and led to dependence, fear, and separation from God. He reveals how one decision reshaped humanity’s identity, relationship with God, and future, while also pointing to God’s redemptive plan through Christ.
The Progressive Nature Of Spiritual Blindness (And How To Overcome It)Pastor Brian Keith
Have you ever missed something that was right in front of you?In Luke 24, two travelers walk alongside the risen Jesus—and don't recognize Him. Not because He isn't there, but because He doesn't match their expectations.In this message, Pastor Nicole Barnett explores how our assumptions about God can actually blind us to His presence. From childhood expectations to deeply ingrained traditions, we often look for God in specific ways—and miss Him when He moves differently.What if God is already at work in your life… and you just don't recognize Him yet?Send us Fan MailLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week.Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor. Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email dirtpathpastor@gmail.com
Machias Community Church Healing Spiritual Blindness John 9 John Stuckey
Join Chris Montgomery as he delves into the profound messages of Ezekiel 12, exploring themes of spiritual blindness, deafness, and rebellion. This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeing and hearing God's Word, understanding the spiritual implications of disobedience, and finding hope in faithful living. Through this thoughtful examination, Montgomery connects the lessons of Ezekiel with the teachings of Jesus, offering insights into how we can live in the favor of the Lord today.
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Matthew 16:1-12 - Spiritual Blindness
Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in John 9 "Spiritual Blindness."
In this episode of The Catholic Man Show, Adam and David crack open a rare Teeling whiskey from Ireland and dive into a topic most men never examine: avarice.Often reduced to “greed,” avarice is far more subtle—and far more dangerous. Drawing from St. John Cassian, St. Thomas Aquinas, and the spiritual tradition of the Church, the guys explore how a disordered attachment to material things can quietly shape our lives, distort our priorities, and even blind us spiritually.They discuss how modern “grind culture” can normalize avarice, why money itself is uniquely deceptive among the vices, and how this sin can creep in unnoticed—even among faithful men striving for holiness. The conversation also tackles:Why avarice is different from other sinsThe “seven daughters” of greed according to AquinasHow avarice leads to restlessness, anxiety, and spiritual blindnessThe connection between avarice and a lack of trust in GodThe surprising concept of spiritual avaricePractical strategies to root it out, including manual labor, generosity, and communityIf you've never considered avarice in your examination of conscience, this episode will challenge you to take a deeper look—and give you a path forward.
Spiritual blindness leaves the unseen, unseen. We need God's help to open our eyes. Prayed to accept Jesus? Congratulations! Text SAVED to 337-222-3210 or click here https://bit.ly/CC_saved New to Crossroads Church? Learn all about us at https://mycrossroads.org
By Bob Orosz - Every person ever born has been born spiritually blind. What we see and perceive is jaded at best until God Almighty shines His glorious light into our hearts, thereby our lives. Join us today as we explore several realizations about Spiritual Blindness and how we might see more clearly.
In John 9, Jesus heals a man who was born blind. The Pharisees cannot believe what they see. It turns out that those with sight cannot truly see. May God give us eyes to see who Jesus is and to see those who Jesus loves.
Msgr John Esseff reflects on the Gospel of the man born blind and how Christ opens the eyes of the heart during the Lenten journey. The post The Fourth Sunday of Lent: Spiritual Blindness – Building a Kingdom of Love w/ Msgr. John Esseff Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
Msgr John Esseff reflects on the Gospel of the man born blind and how Christ opens the eyes of the heart during the Lenten journey. The post The Fourth Sunday of Lent: Spiritual Blindness – Building a Kingdom of Love w/ Msgr. John Esseff Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
This is message 25 in Gospel Record of John John 8:12-30 Jesus alone brings the light that reveals truth, exposes darkness, and guides the soul to life. Those who follow Him are led out of spiritual blindness, while those who reject Him remain in darkness despite all their religious knowledge. The greatest danger is not ignorance but unbelief, because refusing the light leaves a person trapped in sin and separated from God. Yet the same light that exposes also invites, calling every heart to believe, follow, and receive the life that only Christ can give. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc
Lent 4, John 9:1-41 The Rev. Anita M. Slovak
The first part of this year, we are studying the Gospel of John. We continue this series with Senior Pastor Dr. Tyler Smiley speaking from John chapter 9 about how three different groups interacted with Jesus Christ in this chapter.
In 2 Corinthians 4:1–6, the apostle Paul reminds us that the gospel is not a clever argument or a well-marketed ideology—it is a true and better story. A story where light breaks into darkness. A story where mercy triumphs over performance. A story where Jesus, not ourselves, is proclaimed as Lord.In a world full of competing narratives—political, cultural, and personal—Paul calls us back to the only story that can truly save. The gospel is true because it is rooted in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The gospel is better because it brings light to blinded hearts and hope where darkness once reigned.As gospel people, we do not lose heart. We boldly lift up Christ, trusting that the God who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” is still shining in hearts today.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/
Rev. Dr. Kevin Womack | John 9:35-41Sermon Questions
In that moment in human history, Jesus the anointed one came to preach the good news to the poor. In His proclamation of the good news, Jesus brought true justice, God's justice. For everyone has the right to hear. As you listen be blessed, empowered and transformed in Jesus name.Send a textFor more information and free resources visit our website jesuslovestheworld.info Also connect with us in discipleship, watch our videos, follow us on facebook or send us an email
As we have been journeying through several aspect of God's ministry of reconciliation, it has become clear that Jesus is the fulfilment of it all. Jesus brings light into the darkness, healing into the wounds, equality into the oppression and honour into the shame. Jesus the anointed one was sent to heal the brokenhearted. As you listen be blessed, empowered and transformed in Jesus name.Send us a textFor more information and free resources visit our website jesuslovestheworld.info Also connect with us in discipleship, watch our videos, follow us on facebook or send us an email
In this episode of Cryptid Warfare, I sit down with Dr. Dennis Carroll to confront one of the most dangerous and misunderstood realities of spiritual warfare: familiar spirits and spiritual blindness. Why do some people seem irrationally hostile toward you? Why does darkness recognize light—and seek to destroy it? Dr. Carroll breaks down the unsettling truth that hatred, manipulation, and spiritual sabotage often stem from cooperation between humans and assigned familiar spirits. When darkness is accepted, it authorizes itself—blinding the host to their own thoughts, actions, and moral collapse. Drawing from Scripture and excerpts from The Demon Factor: Beyond the Edge of Supernatural Darkness, we expose the hierarchy of the Kingdom of Darkness—from Satan as the Prince of the Power of the Air, to fallen angels, demons, serpent-seed human agents, and even cryptid entities born of shadow science and black magic. This episode dives deep into: The biblical definition of familiar spirits How witchcraft and “shadow work” function as spiritual contracts Why spiritual blindness is voluntary before it becomes enslaving The concept of serpent seed and human agents of darkness God's explicit warnings in Exodus, Leviticus, and Deuteronomy against sorcery, divination, mediums, and spiritism Scripture is clear: consulting familiar spirits is not spiritual enlightenment—it is rebellion, defilement, and alignment with forces hostile to God and humanity. This is not speculation. This is not metaphor. This is spiritual warfare, exposed. Listener discretion advised. This episode pulls no punches. Dr. Dennis Carroll is a National and Internationally Known Writer/Author and an Authority on The Occult and Folklore. His career in all Fields of the Paranormal and The Supernatural has spanned over 55+ Years. He is a Spiritual Research and Demonology Consultant and a Cryptid and Ufology Investigative Field Researcher. He is a Retired Law Enforcement Officer, an Ordained Minister, Doctor of Metaphysics, Parapsychologist and A Certified Paranormal Investigator. His Books are on Amazon and Barnes/Noble. Website: denniswcarroll.com Email: denniswcarroll@gmail.com.) Ways to Support and Connect with Dr. Dennis Carroll (Hunting the Shadows) : https://youtube.com/@huntingtheshadows denniswcarroll.com denniswcarroll@gmail.com Help a brother out and buy me a Coffee (Monthly or one time donation keeps the show going): We know there is room for improvement and have decided to ask you (Our amazing listeners) to help the podcast grow! This will help with better audio, expedition funding, and much more! https://venmo.com/u/cryptidwarfare Email me: Podcast Cryptidwarfare@gmail.com Critter/Cryptid Control/Consulting C.WOPPS@protonmail.com C.woperations17905@gmail.com Help support our mission in giving you the best podcast on ? Anchor.fm/Spotify, iTunes, Podbean + Make sure to give me a ️️️️️ review :). Thank yall! Cryptid Warfare: https://www.instagram.com/cryptid_warfare_pod_cast/ youtube: www.youtube.com/@cryptidwarfare Business Shout Outs: C.W OPERATIONS & SURVIVAL Owner & Operator : Drew M Critter Hitters / Monster Hunters for Hire email: c.woperations17905@gmail.com. or C.WOPPS@protonmail.com Tier1 Restoration Brain Cochrans phone = 615-809-9839 https://tier1restoration.godaddysites.com/ Bearded Brothers Trucking Danny Vega https://vegabrostn.com/ BerryHill Window Cleaning https://www.berryhillwindowcleaningtn.com/ The Tac Patch https://www.instagram.com/thetacpatch_?igsh=MWFidzk3d2tib3Ztdw== https://thetacpatch.com/ FLatTopK9 Owner - Tim Russell www.FlatTopK9.com Stead Fast OverLand Owner - Jerrett Hudson https://www.instagram.com/steadfastoverland?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== kingdom.defense.llc Part Owner : Mr. Charlie https://www.instagram.com/kingdom.defense.llc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/anestillc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Amazing outtro ? by my friend D & Andrew (Walking Lightly Tones Studios Music) as well as Paul. Check out CallhimD Spotify and Instagram give him a listen/follow https://open.spotify.com/artist/16BHUS6UGILgxsBEUxqQJ https://www.instagram.com/call.him.d?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
What if the people most certain they see Jesus are the ones missing Him entirely?In this episode of the Live Like It's True podcast, Glenna Marshall and I dive into John 9, exploring the healing of the man born blind and the danger of rule-driven faith. Together, we unpack spiritual blindness, church power dynamics, and the freedom found in humility and grace.Judgy SeriesFree Resource from Live Like it's TrueResources: Check out Glenna's books on Shannon's list HERE.Glenna MarshallGlenna Marshall is married to her pastor, William, and is the mother of two sons. Glenna is the author of four books and speaks at retreats and conferences, sharing both her struggles with infertility and chronic pain, and her deep love of Scripture. Connect with Glenna:InstagramFacebookWebsiteCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Check out my nine week study, Control Girl: Lessons on Surrendering Your Burden of Control from Seven Women in the Bible.We've got leader's guides, free bonuses and more for you at ControlGirl.com. Visit ComparisonGirl.com and get the answers both she and you need in my new book, Comparison Girl for Teens: Thriving Beyond Measure in a World That Compares. Conversation starters, quizzes and more. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
We will continue on our journey through God's ministry of reconciliation. Where we have been looking at the different aspects of Jesus mission. As you listen be blessed, empowered and transformed in Jesus name.Send us a textFor more information and free resources visit our website jesuslovestheworld.info Also connect with us in discipleship, watch our videos, follow us on facebook or send us an email
Satan attempts to imprison us by blinding us to the truth, but true freedom is found when we recognize Jesus as the Stronger Man who has already conquered the enemy. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49555643 (Do To Winter Weather, In Person Services Were Cancelled. This broadcast was shared on facebook live.)
Satan attempts to imprison us by blinding us to the truth, but true freedom is found when we recognize Jesus as the Stronger Man who has already conquered the enemy. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49555643 (Do To Winter Weather, In Person Services Were Cancelled. This broadcast was shared on facebook live.)
What does it mean that spiritual blindness has come upon Israel and how does a person become spiritually blind? Join us as we take a look at Romans 11.
Spiritual Blindness and Physical Blindness
Pastor Chris Stuffleben -January 1,2026
In our third visit to Pandora hosts James and Miles explore Avatar: Fire and Ash. This time the Sully family wrestles with the loss of their oldest son while running from the reincarnate Colonel Quaritch who has teamed up with a rival Navi clan known as the fire people. It's refreshing to see a blockbuster movie that encourages people to have faith rather than depend on their own materialistic understanding to get through life. Our heroes must face their own internal struggles while even our antagonists are called to repent and turn to their god. Our AVATAR Episode: https://popcorntheology.com/2022/12/11/278-avatar/ Avatar: The Way of Water: https://popcorntheology.com/2023/01/07/280-avatar-the-way-of-water/ Cinemagogue's review of original AVATAR: https://cinemagogue.com/2010/02/12/avatar-attacks/ Be Claus Charity is a children's charity that partners with local artisans and makers to craft one-of-a-kind, personalized gifts for children in need. Visit beclauscharity.com to donate. Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 3:01 - Our RATINGS: Fire & Ash 9:14 - Be Claus Charity / Subscribe & Support 11:22 - ADS 12:50 - SPOILERS! Popcorn Thoughts 28:16 - Noble Savage Myth DESTROYED 35:27 - Theology Thoughts 48:15 - Quaritch's Spiritual BLINDNESS 1:01:18 - Varang and DECONSTRUCTING 1:07:00 - Neytiri and RACISM 1:18:53 - Lightning Round 1:27:21 - Until Next Time… Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to feedback@popcorntheology.com, and you'll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-theology/id990110281 #avatar #fireandash #avatarflames #jamescameron #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
Mark Francis and Cole McQueen sit down with Tim Sanford to unpack topics of faith, miracles, dependency on Christ, and more with a conversation that reviews the sermon from Mark 10:46-52.Listen to the sermon we're talking about: fbcva.org/current-sermon-series or fbcva.org/podcastsBe a part of the conversation by submitting your thoughts and questions: fbcva.org/sermon-spotlight-podcastWatch this episode and subscribe on YouTube: @fellowshipbiblechurchvaFind out more about Fellowship Bible Church: fbcva.orgSubscribe to emails from Fellowship: fbcva.org/subscribeEngage with us:Facebook: facebook.com/groups/fellowshipfamInstagram: instagram.com/fellowshipbiblechurch/ #SermonSpotlight #FBCVA #FellowshipBibleChurch #Mark10 #Bartimaeus #Advent #LightOfTheWorld #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #SeeingJesus #ChristmasReflection
This episode starts with an apology and an update. It's been a wild stretch—hospital visits, birthday mishaps, broken teeth, truck trouble, cows and pigs headed to the processor—but also a lot of grace and gratitude.Adam shares about Lady Haylee's recent medical scare during pregnancy, the prayers from patrons, and what it's like to walk through real uncertainty as a husband and father. The guys reflect on how quickly life can tilt from “normal” to “barely holding it together,” and yet how God can still anchor everything in hope and gratitude.Over whiskey (a Pseudo Sue malt from Iowa), Adam and David shift into the main topic: spiritual blindness—how easy it is for men to be convinced we're right, standing for the truth, and yet be totally off the mark.Drawing from Scripture, the lives of the apostles, St. John of the Cross, Aquinas, and even Dante, they explore:In This Episode:Real-life trials and gratitudeHaley's hospitalization and recoveryKids' birthdays, chipped teeth, and car troubleHow chaos at home can either crush us or deepen our trust in GodMiracles, doubt, and the desire for “proof”“If God would just give us a miracle, evangelization would be easy”The everyday miracles we ignore: the Eucharist, confession, conversionsWhy even those who saw Jesus' miracles still doubted and fledSpiritual blindness in the apostles and in usPeter's “I'll never deny you” moment—and the fall that followedThe apostles missing who Jesus really is, even after years of walking with HimLooking back on friendships and seasons of life and realizing, “I was blind to how unhealthy that really was”How our culture and attachments distort our judgmentBringing politics into our faith and letting ideology outrank the GospelThe overworking dad: when “providing” becomes an excuse to avoid the harder work of fatherhoodAttachment to success, busyness, and being “the guy” who makes everything happenThe “theology guy” who knows tons about the faith but never actually prays or servesSt. John of the Cross and Aquinas on blindness of mindDisordered attachments as a cause of spiritual blindnessMisapplying first principles and deforming prudenceWhy ignorance isn't always innocent—especially when it's chosenDante, betrayal, and why some wounds cut so deepWhy Dante places traitors and betrayers at the bottom of hellThe pain of realizing someone you trusted was not who you thoughtHow misplaced trust in people can tempt us to distrust GodPractical ways to grow in spiritual clarityDaily (or even twice-daily) examination of conscienceHonest fraternal correction and asking your friends to tell you the truthLiving a real ascetical life: fasting, temperance, and taming appetitesSubmitting your judgment to the Church instead of making yourself the standardTurning to the sacraments—especially confession and the Eucharist—for renewed visionAlong the way, you'll also hear:A story about accidentally using cardamom instead of cinnamon on a first dateThe strangely satisfying joy of a perfectly vacuumed game roomThe quiet fulfillment of husbandry—raising animals, caring for land, and stewarding what God has givenThis episode is an invitation to ask hard questions:Where am I convinced I'm right, but might be deeply wrong?What am I attached to that clouds my judgment?Who do I trust enough to tell me what I don't see about myself?If you've ever looked back on a season of life and thought, “How did I not see
Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under GracePaul's purpose in Romans 3:9–18 is to name our true condition before God—that every one of us is “under sin,” unrighteous, and unable to seek or understand Him on our own. Until we see this diagnosis clearly, we won't recognize why our conduct is so broken or why we desperately need the cure God provides in the gospel.Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on November 16, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN