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BuddyWalk with Jesus
The Kingdom on Foot: Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16)

BuddyWalk with Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 35:19


Send a text In this episode of BuddyWalk with Jesus, we step into Matthew 5:13–16, where Jesus tells His disciples, “You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world.” This isn't a call to be loud, flashy, or performative—it's an invitation to a steady, embodied witness that preserves what is good, brings flavor to what is bland, and shines hope into what is dark. We explore what Jesus meant in His original context (salt as preservation and value, light as visibility and guidance), why He connects our “good works” to the Father's glory (not our image), and how to live a public faith without becoming religious performers. If you've ever wondered what it means to make a real difference without losing your soul, this passage is Jesus' roadmap: presence, integrity, and kingdom goodness that can't help but be seen. Support the show  If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com  One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Classical Conversations Podcast
The Habits Every Homeschool Family Needs with Leigh Bortins

Classical Conversations Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 43:03


What if the most important thing you teach your child has nothing to do with curriculum? In this episode of the Everyday Educator podcast, host Emma Bortins sits down with her mother-in-law and Classical Conversations founder Leigh Bortins to discuss the ideas behind her new book, The Habits: Practicing the Art of Grammar. Together they explore how naming, attending, memorizing, expressing, and storytelling build the foundational habits that help children — and homeschool families — truly flourish. If you're a homeschool mom looking for a classical Christian approach to raising lifelong learners, this conversation is for you. Leigh opens by sharing how it took her twelve years of homeschooling to truly understand what her husband had been telling her all along — that what children need most is consistency. It wasn't until she had a second set of young boys while her older sons were teenagers that the power of habits became undeniable. The routines she had built into Robert and John made it possible to keep the family functioning; without them, the whole thing would have fallen apart. From that personal foundation, the conversation moves into the heart of the book: a framework of five habits — naming, attending, memorizing, expressing, and storytelling — that Leigh calls the building blocks of a grammar education. These aren't abstract academic concepts. They're what every good mother already does instinctively: naming the dog, teaching a toddler not to touch the stove, helping a child memorize where mom will be in Walmart. The point is to recognize these habits, name them, and practice them with intention. The episode takes a fascinating turn when Emma asks about AI and technology. Leigh's position is clear: children under 12 don't need screens at all. Not because technology is inherently evil, but because children who never learn to entertain themselves, sit still, or be alone with their thoughts will struggle with self-control for the rest of their lives — with or without technology. The habits of self-governance have to come first. The episode closes with Leigh's single most important piece of advice for new homeschoolers: find a mentor. Not a curriculum. Not a method. A person who seems to be doing it well and is willing to let you watch.  What You'll Learn - What the art of grammar actually means — and why it's about far more than memorization - The five core habits of the grammar stage: naming, attending, memorizing, expressing, and storytelling - Why Leigh says attending is the one habit she'd tell every family to start practicing today - How habits shape not just academic ability but character, self-control, and spiritual formation - Why parents need to self-assess their own habits before they can effectively pass them on - What Leigh thinks about AI and technology — and her recommendation for families with children under 12 - Why feeling inadequate to homeschool is universal — and why it's not actually the obstacle you think it is - How the habits formed in the grammar years show up years later in college anatomy and chemistry courses - Where to find Leigh online and which books to read alongside The Habits   This episode of Everyday Educator is sponsored by: Summit Ministries Do you want your child to have conversations that challenge, encouragement that endure, and friends and faith for life? Summit's Student Conferences equip young Christians with the hope, clarity, and confidence they need to follow Jesus boldly in today's world. It's not just about getting apologetics answers. Students learn how to live winsomely and bravely in today's world. Visit summit.org/cc before March 31, 2026, and lock in the early bird rate. Save an additional $250 when you use the code CC26. Want your child to have conversations that challenge, encouragement that endures, and friends and faith for life? Grab their spot now at summit.org/cc   Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome and Introduction 02:22 — Leigh's Reaction to Being Interviewed by Her Daughter-in-Law 03:10 — What Took So Long to Understand: The Role of Habits in Homeschooling 04:13 — How a Second Set of Young Boys Changed Everything 05:14 — What Her Husband Was Saying All Along — and When She Finally Heard It 06:40 — What Is the Art of Grammar? Beyond Memorization 07:33 — The Five Habits: Naming, Attending, Memorizing, Expressing, Storytelling 09:33 — Expressing and Storytelling in Everyday Family Life 10:19 — What Happens in Families Without Habits 12:04 — Emma's Daughter and the "Tell Stories, Dance" Moment 13:49 — It's Not Just What Students Know — It's How They Learn 15:45 — The One Habit That Distinguishes Flourishing Students: Self-Control 17:08 — Parents Must Self-Assess First: More Is Caught Than Taught 18:47 — Sitting on Daddy's Lap: Three Very Different Experiences 19:50 — Slowing Down in a World That Moves Too Fast 20:15 — AI, Technology, and Homeschooling with Humans 21:19 — Leigh's Recommendation: No Screens for Children Under 12 23:14 — Having the Conversation with Your Kids About Why 24:15 — How Habits Shape Character, Not Just the Mind 25:23 — You're Not Being Raised for Yourself — You're Being Raised to Serve 26:06 — The Story of Jonah's Timeout and What It Revealed About Siblings 27:15 — The Connection Between Intellectual Habits and Spiritual Formation 29:09 — How to Cultivate Spiritual Habits at Home: Find a Mentor 31:27 — There's No Single Answer — Fit the Liturgy to Your Family's Schedule 31:58 — Encouragement for Parents Who Feel Inadequate to Homeschool 33:55 — What Second-Generation Homeschoolers Bring to the Table 37:03 — If You Could Only Start One Habit: Attending 38:09 — Situational Awareness and Why It Matters for Everything 40:35 — How Early Habits Prepare Students for Logic, Rhetoric, and College 41:47 — What CC Students Say When They Call Home from College 42:32 — Thank You, Closing Thoughts, and Where to Find Leigh

Whitewater Church Sunday Sermons
Spiritual Formation - Bryan Gross | 03.08.2026

Whitewater Church Sunday Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 38:54


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Renovaré Podcast with Nathan Foster
Emily Murphy – Faithful Storytelling

Renovaré Podcast with Nathan Foster

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 27:16


Nate talks with author and Renovaré Institute alum Emily Bain Murphy about her new middle grade fiction book and the potency of stories for spiritual formation.

Shifting Culture
Ep. 403 Shannan Martin - Counterweights: Holding Hope in a Heavy World

Shifting Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 59:43 Transcription Available


In this episode, I'm joined by Shannon Martin to talk about her new book Counterweights and how we keep moving forward when life feels overwhelmingly heavy. We explore grief, collective trauma, and why quick fixes and toxic positivity fall short, alongside the small, ordinary practices that help us stay grounded and human. This conversation moves through faith, paradox, community, and the kingdom of God, not as something we wait for, but something we practice together here and now. If you're carrying more than you know what to do with and looking for a way to remain present, honest, and hopeful, this conversation is for you.Shannan Martin is the bestselling author of several books, including Start with Hello, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and the popular Substack The Soup. Shannan is a wannabe gardener, a news geek, a fighter for justice, and a thrift store stalker. She and her family live as grateful neighbors in Goshen, Indiana, where Shannan is on staff at the local community kitchen. Find her on Instagram @shannanwrites.Shannan's Book:CounterweightsShannan's Recommendations:ShrinkingWhere Do We Go From HereCherished BelongingLove Walked InAll About LoveConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGet Your Sidekick Support the show

Brooklyn Zen Center Audio Dharma Podcast
An Interfaith Dialogue on Engaged Action as Spiritual Practice: Rev. Mira Salwani (3/7/2026)

Brooklyn Zen Center Audio Dharma Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 37:36


Recorded on March 7, 2026, at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, NY. Please enjoy this interfaith dialogue on engaged action as spiritual practice with guest teacher, Reverend Mira Salwani of The Riverside Church, and Sarah Dojin Emerson. The BZC Podcast is offered free of charge and made possible by the donations we receive. You can donate to Brooklyn Zen Center at brooklynzen.org under ‘Giving.' Thank you for your generosity! Rev. Mira Salwani speaks about “what it means to find home in the midst of chaos,” by “leaning into discomfort as a means to survival.” She explores the value of “extending home and belonging and safety to someone else … and to ourselves.” Reverend Mira Salwani serves as the Minister of Justice, Advocacy & Change at The Riverside Church. She is a daughter of immigrants, a pastor, a preacher, an educator and a public theologian. Mira received her Master of Divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary where she earned an award for Excellence in Public Theology and a Community Life Award. During her time in seminary, Mira served as the Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation at Peace Fellowship Church, working in partnership with congregants, community organizers and activists to end gun violence in Washington, DC. Mira has also served on the launch team of Resurrection City, a Queer and Black led church plant; as the former Community Pastor at Forefront Church NYC and most recently as the Minister for Spiritual Development and Care at Middle Collegiate Church. Her decolonized approach to justice and advocacy have been informed by her lived experience as a “third culture kid” of Philippine and Indian heritage in her birthplace of Hong Kong, and her extensive experience doing ministry in multicultural communities from Australia to the United States. Her journey as a mother of three girls has fueled her desire to bring about social change for their futures and to bring to realization God's kin-dom here on earth for all to experience.

Mere Fidelity
Delighting In The Ten Commandments

Mere Fidelity

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 53:10


Derek Rishmawy and Alastair Roberts explore the Ten Commandments — their structure, their two tables, the bookending parallel between the first and tenth commandments, and how the law is always oriented toward delight rather than mere prohibition. The law shapes the Christian life, testifies to Christ, and reflects the character of God. — Get the free ebook, Spiritual Formation for the Family, at http://mereorthodoxy.com/family. Mere Fidelity is a podcast from Mere Orthodoxy and is listener-supported. If you would like to support this work, become a Mere Orthodoxy Member today at http://mereorthodoxy.com/membership. Get 30% of the Baker Book of the Month, Keeping Kids Christian: Recovering A Biblical Vision For Lifelong Discipleship, by going to: http://bakerbookhouse.com/pages/mere-fidelity Apply for fall 2026 admission to Beeson Divinity School's MDiv (or M.Div., your choice) and be considered for a full-tuition scholarship.: https://bit.ly/OurRisenLord   —   Chapters 00:00 Exploring the Ten Commandments 04:48 The Structure and Order of the Commandments 08:35 The Heart of the Commandments: Internal Motivation 12:38 Positive and Negative Aspects of the Law 18:08 The Law as a Source of Delight 23:03 The Law in the Context of Freedom 29:51 Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Ministry 32:10 Understanding the Nature of God's Law 36:07 The Role of the Ten Commandments 40:20 The Law as a Reflection of Christ 44:45 The Law and Holiness in Christian Life 46:50 Delighting in the Law of God

Spiritual Life and Leadership
306. Ancient Rhythms for Modern Leaders, with Mark Scandrette

Spiritual Life and Leadership

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 35:56


Mark Scandrette explores Jesus' most countercultural teaching, the Beatitudes, and what it means for how we lead. This conversation digs into the upside-down kingdom values of mourning, meekness, mercy, and peacemaking, and asks what spiritual leadership looks like when it's rooted in these ancient rhythms. Mark and I became friends after this interview when we walked the Camino de Santiago together in 2022.Send me a text! I'd love to know what you're thinking!Click HERE to get my FREE online course, BECOMING LEADERS OF SHALOM.

Shifting Culture
Ep. 402 Justin Ariel Bailey Returns - Discipling the Diseased Imagination

Shifting Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 56:25 Transcription Available


Justin Ariel Bailey joins me to talk about his book Discipling the Diseased Imagination and why imagination plays a crucial role in spiritual formation. We explore how the stories, habits, and media that capture our attention quietly shape our discipleship, and why following Jesus requires learning to behold what is good, beautiful, and true. We also discuss hope, idolatry, attachment, and how the imagination can be healed as we live more deeply in the story of God. Justin Ariel Bailey (PhD, Fuller Seminary) is dean of chapel and professor of theology at Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa. He is an ordained minister in the Christian Reformed Church and has served as a pastor in diverse settings. Bailey is the author of Reimagining Apologetics and Interpreting Your World, and he is a sought-after speaker. His new book is Discipling the Diseased Imagination.Justin's Book:Discipling the Diseased ImaginationJustin's Recommendations:PiranesiThat Hideous StrengthBroken BondsEverything is Never EnoughThe Theological ImaginationConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGet Your Sidekick Support the show

Orlando Grace Church
Equipping Hour | Avenues for Spiritual Formation | Politics and Public Life

Orlando Grace Church

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 55:42


Since a lot of this class involved the whiteboard, here is a picture of the complete whiteboard: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PlrVzLK-UCOu05mD-b11brVtRhEkMZei/view?usp=drivesdk

The Commands of Christ Podcast
Christ's Commands in Action: Jonathan Edwards | Commands of Christ Podcast | S2 E10

The Commands of Christ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 20:47


How should we live now so that we will have no regrets later? As we look at the life of Jonathan Edwards who modeled living with integrity and eternity in view, grounded in Jesus' words from Matthew 5:37. Relying on Christ rather than self-effort, Edwards sought to be a man of his word, shaping his life, ministry, and perseverance through trial. In a time of spiritual coldness, God used his faithfulness to bring a great awakening, reminding us that when we depend on Christ, He empowers us to live truthfully and use our lives for His glory.

Shifting Culture
Ep. 401 Kendall Mariah - The Anchoring Tether in the Midst of Soul Friction

Shifting Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 58:17


What do you do when your faith no longer fits the formulas you were given? In this episode, I sit down with Kendall to talk about what she calls “soul friction” — the holy discomfort that surfaces through disillusionment, infertility, adoption, racial awakening, purity culture, and watching the church miss the way of Jesus. We explore anger, courage, embodiment, and what it really means to pray “on earth as it is in heaven.” This is a conversation about tending the fire instead of letting it burn everything down and choosing courageous faith over easy certainty.Kendall Mariah is a lifestyle content creator, photographer, and brand strategist whose honest storytelling has cultivated a deeply connected online community. As a business owner, military spouse, and adoptive mom, she speaks authentically about the intersections of faith, identity, and everyday life. Her debut book, THIS LITTLE FIRE OF MINE, releases in February 2026.Kendall's Book:This Little Fire of MineConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGet Your Sidekick Support the show

Moments to Ponder
Episode 170: Why Worship Feels Empty (Neh. 8:1-12)

Moments to Ponder

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 25:57 Transcription Available


Thought to share? Send me a text...Why does worship sometimes feel empty?In Book of Nehemiah chapter 8, the people of Israel experience something powerful—true, joyful worship. But it doesn't begin with music, singing, or even celebration.It begins with God's Word.As the people gather during the Jewish feast known as Rosh Hashanah, they listen to the Law for hours. The Word convicts their hearts, leads them to repentance, and ultimately fills them with joy.And only then does worship overflow.In this episode of Moments to Ponder, Betsy explores what this moment teaches us about worship today—and why many churches may be missing the very thing that brings worship to life.You'll also hear reflections from: • a mission trip in Mexico • a worship night that looked like a failure—but wasn't • the revival at Asbury University in 2023Each story points to the same truth:Worship is not the beginning. It's the response.If you've ever wondered why worship can feel dry—or how it can come alive again—this episode will encourage you to prepare your heart before you ever walk into church.Take a few moments in God's Word… and discover the joy that leads to real worship.To find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

This Green Church - Audio Podcast
Spiritual Formation III | Sunday Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

This Green Church - Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 90:10


Spiritual Formation III | Sunday Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

For the Journey
Reflection | “15 Facets of a Meaningful Lent” | Bill Haley

For the Journey

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 19:17


This week, we share a reflection Rev. Bill Haley offered to Deeper Journey participants on Ash Wednesday. He calls us to look at Lent like a multi-faceted diamond and offers 15 Lenten invitations for us to grow personally and communally in our walks with God.Explore the Full Archive of Bill's SermonsExplore More Lenten Resourcesinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

Catholic Latte
Spiritual Formation #Lent2026

Catholic Latte

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 2:17


Fr. Eric speaks about the need to have ongoing conversations with our children to bolster their spiritual formation. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Feb. 22, 2026 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario on the First Sunday of Lent. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

English L'Abri
The Strongest Force in the World: The Spiritual Formation of Corrie ten Boom (Marta Crilly, Head of Public Services, Burns Library, Boston College)

English L'Abri

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 88:06


In 1944, fifty-two year old Dutch watchmaker Corrie ten Boom was arrested by the Gestapo for sheltering Jews. After surviving Ravensbruck and losing most of her family, she embarked on a three decade ministry, sharing a message of love, forgiveness, and hope. Who was Corrie ten Boom and how did she become the kind of person who builds secret rooms, undermines Nazis, survives a concentration camp, and then goes on to share the gospel with refugees, prisoners, and the Nazis who killed her family? Lecture resources: PowerPoint presentationPlease note that the ideas expressed in this lecture do not necessarily represent the views of L'Abri Fellowship.For more resources, visit the L'Abri Ideas Library at labriideaslibrary.org. The library contains over two thousand lectures and discussions that explore questions about the reality and relevance of Christianity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit englishlabri.substack.com

Context Matters
No Discipleship without Justice

Context Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 36:00


This is a re-edited broadcast of a conversation with Dr. Michael Rhodes from 2024. Is it possible that Western Christianity and modern American life is shaping us to become people who are NOT good at doing justice, and loving mercy, and showing kindness? We know of such concepts but do we embody such concepts in the world around us? This week kicks off a several week conversation with scholars about different aspects of discipleship. We start today with a fellow Old Testament scholar, Dr. Michael Rhodes. He is a professor in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College in Aukland, New Zealand. He is the author of Formative Feasting and Practicing the King's Economy.  We start with the impetus for his new book Just Discipleship, which you can find HERE.   What is biblical justice? Is it different from other forms of justice?  Contact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place. Learn more about me and sign up for upcoming tours of Israel/Palestine. Join Cyndi Parker's  Patreon Team!

BuddyWalk with Jesus
The Blessing Turned Toward "You" (Matthew 5: 11-12 The Kingdom on Foot)

BuddyWalk with Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 34:32


Send a text In Matthew 5:11–12, Jesus speaks directly to His disciples about what it can feel like to follow Him in a world that doesn't always welcome Him—insults, pressure, and even false accusations. In this episode of BuddyWalk with Jesus, we slow down and listen with maturity and care: what does “blessed” mean when life hurts, why does Jesus anchor us in “because of Me,” and how can joy be real without being fake? We'll also look at key Greek words that deepen the passage—showing how Jesus isn't romanticizing suffering, but strengthening His people with a truer verdict and a steadier hope. Support the show If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

This Green Church - Audio Podcast
Spiritual Formation II | Mid-Week Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

This Green Church - Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 53:35


Spiritual Formation II | Mid-Week Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

Mere Fidelity
The Spirituality of Aliens

Mere Fidelity

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 62:17


Derek Rishmawy, Alastair Roberts, and Brad East consider what Christian theology actually has to say about aliens — from the populated Christian cosmos to the angelic fall, demonic deception, and the Christological anthropocentrism that runs through Lewis, Edwards, and Aquinas. Are UFO encounters spiritual phenomena in disguise? And does any of this unsettle orthodox faith? — Get the ebook, Spiritual Formation for the Family, by going to http://mereorthodoxy.com/family. Mere Fidelity is a podcast from Mere Orthodoxy and is listener-supported. If you would like to support this work, become a Mere Orthodoxy Member today at http://mereorthodoxy.com/membership. Get 30% of the Baker Book of the Month, R30 Key Moments in the History of Christianity: Inspiring True Stories from the Early Church Around the World, by going to: http://bakerbookhouse.com/pages/mere-fidelity Apply for Beeson Divinity School's Ph.D program by April 1 for Fall 2026 admission here: https://bit.ly/BeesonPhD — Chapters 00:00 Aliens Are In The Air 06:38 What Counts As Alien? 12:22 The Nature of Alien Phenomena 19:08 Close Encounters of the Heavenly Kind 25:40 Lewis vs. L'Engle 32:52 Testimony 39:37 The Uniqueness of the Incarnation 45:30 Angels, Humanity, and Salvation 50:48 Christological Considerations 53:07 Be Fruitful and Explore Space!

Vision For Life
Episode 242 | Real and Realistic Spiritual Formation

Vision For Life

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 40:14


Madang
Madang Podcast: Stephanie Spellers, Ep. 57

Madang

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 55:49


Welcome to Madang.Madang is the outdoor living room of the world. Here, we invite you to sit and tune into unreserved, remarkable conversations with renowned authors, leaders, public figures, and scholars on religion, culture, and everything in between.This is the 57th episode featuring The Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers, one of the Episcopal Church's leading thinkers around 21st-century ministry and mission. The author of several books - including The Church Cracked Open, Radical Welcome and her latest, Church Tomorrow?: What the ‘Nones' and ‘Dones' Teach Us About the Future of Faith - she recently wrapped nearly a decade as canon to the Episcopal Church's Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, with responsibility for guiding the entire denomination's work on evangelism, racial justice, new ministry development and environmental stewardship. An honorary canon in the Diocese of New York, she currently serves as Canon in Residence at St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church.On this episode of Madang Podcast hosted by Faith and Reason, Spellers and I talk about her book, Church Tomorrow? We discuss decline of the mainline church, nones and dones, post-Christian culture, White Christonationalism, and much more.Listen to Madang Podcast on Spotify, Apple, Facebook Reels, or wherever podcasts are streamed.I am grateful to the many sponsors of this Madang Podcast episode.1)Are you longing for deeper rhythm, grounding community, and space to listen for God? The Academy for Spiritual Formation invites you to Academy #44, beginning October 2026 at Camp McDowell in Nauvoo, Alabama. For two years, you'll journey alongside a diverse community of seekers—practicing prayer, silence, study, and embodied faith. Through trusted faculty, guided retreats, and spacious rhythms, The Academy offers a sacred place to rest, heal, and be renewed. Step into a sacred journey of renewal and transformation. Learn more and apply at Academy.UpperRoom.org/44.2)Madang Podcast is sponsored by Church Publishing Incorporated (CPI). Church Publishing is a leading global, multi-market publisher of a wide variety of books and resources, serving millions of readers. Please read Church Tomorrow?: What the ‘Nones' and ‘Dones' Teach Us About the Future of Faith by the Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers, where she presents hard truths about declining religious affiliation in America, paired with stories and wisdom from her interviews with dozens of young people who either grew up with no faith or gave up formal religion. Please visit www.churchpublishing.org for more great books.3.This episode is presented by Central Seminary – a historic, accredited, diverse, cross-cultural, and ecumenical seminary. Central Seminary equips students with the theological knowledge, spiritual insight, and practical skills needed to lead in an ever-changing world. Central offers numerous graduate degrees and certificates, including our Certificate in Peace and Justice Ministry, which is facilitated in live, online classrooms. The Certificate in Peace and Justice Ministry will prepare you to lead and serve through social change in areas ​such as racial injustice, economic injustice, the climate crisis, war and violence, and more. To learn more, visit Central Seminary, Kansas City.4.PANAAWTM Spring Gathering will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 8pm ET on zoom. Any person who identifies as a woman or non-binary individual and as someone of Pacific Islander, Asian, or North American Asian is invited to join the community gathering and business meeting. The business meeting, which follows, is an important part of our annual rhythm, and this is the space where you participate actively as part of the community to shape the org. Please join! (Registration Link)

Soul Talks With Bill & Kristi Gaultiere
How a Retreat Can Transform Your Faith (Conversation with Ron Thompson)

Soul Talks With Bill & Kristi Gaultiere

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 34:27


The demands of life and ministry have taught most of us to prioritize doing over being. Yet eventually we realize that “trying harder” doesn't satisfy our deepest longing for a flourishing relationship with Jesus. Thankfully the Good Shepherd meets us at “the end of ourselves” and invites us into spacious places of renewal. ​Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Kristi talks to Ron Thompson, a pastor with 30+ years of experience who also serves as a Sr. Spiritual Director on our staff. Ron shares how coming on a Soul Shepherding retreat helped him become enthralled with Jesus, find freedom from depression, and transform how he cares for others in partnership with Christ. Friend, we pray that you can also go deeper in Jesus' grace on a retreat.  Resources for this Episode: Attend a Soul Shepherding Retreat Earn a Certificate in Spiritual Direction Meet with a Soul Shepherding Spiritual Director Donate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

Impossible Beauty
Episode 187: Tara Beth Leach- Connecting with the Origin of Beauty

Impossible Beauty

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 36:34


How might our days and conception of beauty change, if we started our morning with God, the author and origin of beauty itself? This is the exact topic we tackle in today's conversation with Tara Beth Leach. Tara Beth is an author, speaker, and the senior pastor at Good Shepherd Church in Naperville, Illinois. In today's conversation, she shares about her latest book, The Great Morning Revolution: Daily Spiritual Practices for Meaningful Moments with God. Specifically, Tara Beth discusses how an invitation from God to connect with Him in the morning changed her life, rhythms, and perspectives amidst a desolate season of loss.She also shares how connecting with God in this daily rhythm not only can make us more attentive to God, but can help us live into a truer understanding and experience of beauty. As Tara Beth says, “We were made to be in relationship with the most beautiful one of all.” May our mornings be an opportunity to connect with the One our hearts are made for.Buy Melissa L. Johnson's book, Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless, here. Learn more about Impossible Beauty and join the community here.

Moments to Ponder
Episode 169: What's the Truest Thing About You? (Neh. 7)

Moments to Ponder

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 28:01 Transcription Available


Thought to share? Send me a text...We trace a personal lie about belonging to the deeper truth of identity in Christ, then open Nehemiah 7 to see why names, roles, and boundaries mattered for a restored people. From census lists to Matthew's genealogy, we follow the thread from exile to Jesus and land on a secure identity that frees us from comparison.• adoption story exposing a belonging lie• roles versus identity and why labels fail• modern identity pressures and their cost• Nehemiah's appointments, delegation, and security• census purpose, family lines, and priestly proof• royal priesthood and identity in Christ• gifts, generosity, and shared rebuilding• Jeremiah's promise fulfilled and hope restored• genealogy from Zerubbabel to Jesus• practices to replace lies with Scripture truthIf this episode encouraged you, please share it with someone who may be wrestling with who they are and I encourage you to spend some time this week writing down what Scripture says is true about you - Just Google what does Scripture say is true about me?If you would like to continue this walk with me through Nehemiah because you've learned something or already discovered more about what your Bible has to say, just subscribe to Moments to Ponder, and I'd love to have you join meTo find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

The Commands of Christ Podcast
Christ's Commands in Action: Billy Graham | Commands of Christ Podcast | S2 E9

The Commands of Christ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 25:50


Do we live with integrity when no one is watching? Are our private thoughts and habits aligned with the holiness Christ commands? Billy Graham, one of the most recognized evangelists in history, sought not only to preach Christ but to live in a way that honored Him. Billy Graham built his life and ministry on integrity. Through daily time in God's Word, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and personal safeguards like the Modesto Manifesto, he guarded his heart and walk from moral failure. Though not perfect, he pursued holiness with sincerity, striving to be the same man in private as in public. His life reminds us that lasting impact flows from a life surrendered to Christ, lived with purity, humility, and devotion.

Orlando Grace Church
Equipping Hour | Avenues for Spiritual Formation | Hospitality and Community

Orlando Grace Church

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 49:44


Equipping Hour | Avenues for Spiritual Formation | Hospitality and Community by OrlandoGrace

This Green Church - Audio Podcast
Spiritual Formation | Sunday Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

This Green Church - Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 75:09


Spiritual Formation | Sunday Service | Pastor Daniel Nwachinemere

Lindale Church of Christ Podcast
Spiritual Formation (Leadership)

Lindale Church of Christ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 37:39


Series: N/AService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Emerson, Kris

For the Journey
Reflection | “Jesus is Supreme: Faith is for a Lifetime” | Bill Haley

For the Journey

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 38:41


This week, we share a sermon offered by Rev. Bill Haley back in 2010 on the Hall of Faith from Hebrews 11. Bill reflects on how each of the saints listed gives us a glimpse into the grand adventure of lifelong faith, which is less like a smooth and steady progress and more like riding a bucking bronco.Explore the Full Archive of Bill's Sermonsinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

AbundantLifeFoursquareChurch
Prayer And Fasting Is Spiritual Formation

AbundantLifeFoursquareChurch

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 48:08


Come hear how prayer and fasting will bring us closer to Jesus Abundant Life Foursquare Church: A Christ-centered church, specializing in marriage and family ministry, with something for everyone! http://alfc.us If you feel moved to respond to today’s message, please click here to tell us about how the Lord is working in your life. https://alfc.us/i-responded Giving and Service https://alfc.us/giving If you’re new to our church family, let us know you’re here: https://alfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/74/responses/new Like, Share, and Subscribe. #ALFC #Faith #Jesus #Savior #ChurchatHome #Hope

Renovaré Podcast with Nathan Foster
Keas Keasler – Dallas Willard's Theology

Renovaré Podcast with Nathan Foster

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 31:59


Nate speaks with author and Willard scholar Keas Keasler about the enduring helpfulness of Dallas Willard's life and work.

Transformed & Transformational
The Myth of Rules Versus Relationship | Spiritual Formation with Brian Delamont (Ep. 210)

Transformed & Transformational

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 48:59


Are you naturally a rule-follower, or do you tend to balk at rules? Brian Delamont joins co-hosts Keane and Heather for a conversation about how God's commands are given in the context of relationship and for our flourishing. "We're created by God to be flourishing and to be in relationship with Him. If we go back to God's original creation, if we go to the garden, in His perfect design God gives us guardrails." - Brian "There's a difference between blind or obligatory compliance and truly joyful obedience." - Heather Genesis 2:16-17 Deuteronomy 5:32-33 "We become the rulemakers rather than actually living in the good things that God has for us." - Brian Romans 2:1 "If in following the commands that God has given us, we are portraying a life that is boring or [...] condemning of others, then we're not actually perpetuating the reality of who God is and our relationship with Him." - Heather Romans 2:14 "God's kindness is intended to lead us to repentance. Do we show that to other people, or do we show contempt for the way that God shows kindness to those people compared to how He shows kindness to us?" - Keane Titus 2:11-13 "We do say 'no' to some things because by saying 'no' to those things, it helps us to live the way that God wants us to live right here, right now, in this present age. Yet, we also know we are waiting for more." - Brian "God is calling me deeper into knowing Him, and part of knowing Him is obeying Him." - Heather Luke 11:37-46 John 14:15-18 "Jesus is asking the Father to send the very power and insight and discernment and understanding we need to keep His commands by sending His Holy Spirit to live in us and guide us into all truth." - Brian "What is actually so distinct about the rules that God gives [...] is that they are about relationship." - Heather "We're not just made to follow these rules; these rules were made in order to help us." - Keane Galatians 5:22-23 Deuteronomy 6:4-9 "What He wants us to do is what He knows is for our good, and that is to be infused with His Word." - Brian Deuteronomy 5:12-13 February Reflection: How do I see God when I think about rule-following - disappointment or lenience? How do I see myself in relationship to God - earning God's favor or leaning on His grace? What's changing our lives: Keane: Using more features of Obsidian Heather: Hosting hygge activities Brian: Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard Weekly Spotlight: Non-teaching roles We'd love to hear from you! podcast@teachbeyond.org Podcast Website: https://teachbeyond.org/podcast Learn about TeachBeyond: https://teachbeyond.org/

Shifting Culture
Ep. 398 Miroslav Volf & Christian Wiman - Wrestling with Faith Together

Shifting Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 53:51 Transcription Available


What happens when a poet and a theologian decide to write letters to each other about faith? In this episode, I sit down with Christian Wiman and Miroslav Volf to discuss their book Glimmerings and talk about the language we use for God and why it so often falls short, the tension between God's presence and absence, what the Book of Job has to say about suffering, and whether faith can survive, even deepen, without easy answers. It's a conversation about holding paradox, paying attention, and what it looks like to keep believing in the middle of real life.Miroslav Volf is the Henry B. Wright Professor of Theology at Yale Divinity School and the founding director of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture. His books include Exclusion & Embrace: A Theological Exploration of Identity, Otherness, and Reconciliation, winner of the 2002 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. His Gifford Lectures (2025) are titled Amor Mundi: God and the Character of Our Relation to the World.Christian Wiman is the Clement-Muehl Professor of the Arts at Yale Divinity School. He is the author, editor, or translator of fifteen books, including Zero at the Bone: Fifty Entries Against Despair and Hammer Is the Prayer: Selected Poems. His work appears regularly in Harper's, The New Yorker, and Commonweal.Miroslav & Chris' Book:Glimmerings: Letters on Faith Between a Poet and a TheologianChris' Recommendations:The Banquet YearsMiroslav's Recommendation:The Cost of DiscipleshipConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGet Your Sidekick Support the show

Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast
How to Find God's Refuge in the Middle of Crisis

Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 35:03 Transcription Available


Episode Summary: Trials and crises are inevitable. Jesus warned us they would come. While we cannot choose the trials we face, we can choose how we respond to them and look at them as opportunities to grow and learn more about God. In this episode of Your Hope-Filled Perspective, I am joined by Lynne Rienstra, author of the inspiring book Sacred Refuge: Finding Unexpected Shelter in Your Crisis. Lynne shares how her personal life crisis became a gateway to discovering God’s indestructible shelter. Through her book, she introduces women to a sacred sisterhood that unites modern and biblical stories of overcoming fear, loss, debt, and loneliness. Together, we explore how God’s love and compassion provide a soul-safe refuge, even in the midst of the most difficult challenges. Quotables from the episode: When COVID hit and like a lot of people, I just kind of went under fear. And after a week of not sleeping well, not eating well, kind of like what's happening and what's coming, I said, "This is crazy. "I am a blood bought and beloved child of the living God. "I am not going to let the enemy have any more time in my headspace or my spirit. And it was a time to boot him out and say, “you're done. I will not live in fear.” The Bible actually says, do not fear 365 times, right? One for every day of the year. And that was over. And then I started realizing if I'm dealing with fear, maybe other women are dealing with fear and struggling to find this safe refuge in who God is for us. This is an invitation, as you mentioned, for women to come out of hiding, which is what fear, of course, puts us in, and into a soul -safe place that Jesus has built for us in the gospel. He is so good and so powerful he can actually use the worst of circumstances for our good, which is to draw us to himself and to make us more like Jesus. I've learned how to do this over the years, to identify his lies. And then because he's a liar and the father of lies, you flip them and you begin to hear in scripture and in the voice of the Lord, the truth. So, all three persons of the Trinity have something very specific to tell me about who I am. And that means that his Father's heart is delighted in us. That's the invitation to take off the masks. That's the freedom that Jesus has purchased for us. Crisis comes with a gift. It's the gift nobody wants. I've had seasons of my life as a Christian speaker, as a pastor's wife, as a leader, all those things, where I'm just like, you know, I just want to veg out. I just want to take three hours and binge something on Netflix, or I just want to eat that half thing, a half carton of ice cream, or I just, I want to check out. And I call those my other lovers, the things I go to apart from Jesus, who is our first love, Revelation tells us, right? - Yes. - When we turn to those other lovers over anything, overeating, over drinking, working, busy -ness can be another lover. Scripture References: Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Isaiah 61:10 “I delight greatly in the Lord; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of his righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.” Isaiah 49:16 “See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands…” Psalm 91:1-16 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly plague. He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the calamity that destroys at noon. Though a thousand may fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand, no harm will come near you. You will only see it with your eyes and witness the punishment of the wicked. Because you have made the LORD your dwelling—my refuge, the Most High—no evil will befall you, no plague will approach your tent. For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. They will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. You will tread on the lion and cobra; you will trample the young lion and serpent. “Because he loves Me, I will deliver him; because he knows My name, I will protect him. When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him My salvation.” Recommended Resources: Sacred Refuge: Finding Unexpected Shelter in Your Crisis by Lynne Rienstra Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Lynne Rienstra: Website / Instagram Connect with Dr. Bengtson: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Guest: Lynne Rienstra serves Samaritan’s Purse as a regional director and has seen crises up close through her travels. She recently navigated her own crisis through cancer. Trained in English at Smith College, she also holds a certificate in Spiritual Formation. Along with her callings as pastor’s wife, women’s event speaker, and writer, Lynne finds joy in traveling, family and friends. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Ashton Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Context Matters
The Soul as Wax

Context Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 22:33


This is a re-edit conversation from 2024 with Dr. Lanta Davis. Her book Becoming by Beholding is a wonderful conversation partner with some of the recent podcast episodes. Her book will prompt you to think about the connection between art, imagination, and theology. How did the historic church think about the imagination and spiritual formation, and can we do a better job of that in today's environment? Are we aware enough of what we "behold" and how that creates an impression on our lives? And how did the Protestant church lose its ability to gaze on images and allow them to stoke our imagination? You can find Lanta Davis' book HERE Read more about Dr. Davis HERE Contact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place. Join Cyndi Parker's  Patreon Team!

BuddyWalk with Jesus
The Kingdom on Foot: Blessed are those who are Persecuted for Righteousness (Matthew 5:10)

BuddyWalk with Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 37:38


Send a text In this episode of BuddyWalk with Jesus, we slow down over Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Jesus isn't promoting paranoia, a victim mindset, or picking fights—He's preparing apprentices for what happens when Kingdom life collides with the values of the world. We explore what “persecuted” means in the original language, why Jesus qualifies it as suffering for righteousness (not for being difficult), and why He repeats the same promise as the first Beatitude: “theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” This episode helps you discern persecution versus consequences, resist bitterness or performative martyrdom, and remain rooted in the present-tense reality of God's Kingdom—even when faithfulness costs you. Support the show If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Mere Fidelity
Resisting Doomerism and Cultivating Hope

Mere Fidelity

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 56:52


Derek Rishmawy and Alastair Roberts take up the problem of Christian doomerism in an age of AI development, geopolitical instability, and algorithmic anxiety — diagnosing why our moment feels uniquely threatening, then building a theology and practice of realistic hope from the Sermon on the Mount, the Psalms, eschatology, and the concrete habits (prayer, scripture, crocheting) that keep despair at bay. — Get your copy of Mere Orthodoxy's ebook, Spiritual Formation for the Family, by going to http://mereorthodoxy.com/family Mere Fidelity is a podcast from Mere Orthodoxy and is listener-supported. If you would like to support this work, become a Mere Orthodoxy Member today at http://mereorthodoxy.com/membership Get 30% of the Baker Book of the Month, R30 Key Moments in the History of Christianity: Inspiring True Stories from the Early Church Around the World, by going to: http://bakerbookhouse.com/pages/mere-fidelity Apply for fall 2026 admission to Beeson Divinity School's MDiv (or M.Div., your choice) and be considered for a full-tuition scholarship: https://bit.ly/beesonscholarships — Chapters 00:00 – The Problem of Living in Interesting Times 05:05 – I Call All Times Interesting 11:52 – Agency 17:34 – Hope at Rock Bottom 28:03 – The Benefits of Apocalypse 32:39 – Eschatology 36:13 – Practically Constructing Hope 42:03 – Investing in Future Generations 49:06 – Back to Basics  

Embodied Faith: on Relational Neuroscience, Spiritual Formation, and Faith
134 Tested with Jesus (2): Attack on Faith and Falling from the Temple

Embodied Faith: on Relational Neuroscience, Spiritual Formation, and Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 20:32 Transcription Available


The Attaching to God podcast continues a three-week Lenten series on the Temptations of Jesus.This episode reframes Jesus' second temptation as an attack on his secure attachment to the Father—an attack on FAITH, provoking anxiety and testing whether God is really available. Geoff and Cyd talk about all the different reasons we develop “trust issues” and how they come out in our lives. They define faith as embodied reliance and lived loyalty, they share practical examples, and offer a practical Lenten practice. Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.Stay Connected: Check out our Attaching to God 6-Week Learning Cohort. Join the Embodied Faith community to stay connected and get posts, episodes, & resources. Support the podcast with a one-time or regular gift (to keep this ad-free without breaking the Holsclaw's bank).

The Art of Slowing Down to Quantum Leap
From Sin to Sovereignty: Awakening the Christ Consciousness Within with David Hulse

The Art of Slowing Down to Quantum Leap

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 47:56


In this expansive and deeply resonant conversation, I sit down with spiritual teacher and author David Hulse to explore what it truly means to awaken in a time of global transition.David shares his journey from fundamentalist Christian ministry at age 19 to becoming a bridge between ancient spiritual wisdom and modern consciousness. Together, we unpack powerful themes: the “Christ portal” as consciousness rather than doctrine, the original Greek meaning of sin as “missing the mark,” and why chaos may actually be a sign of collective transformation.We talk about starseeds, DNA activation, 3D to 5D shifts, the importance of not spiritualizing the ego, and why surrender — not striving — opens the path to aligned creation.If you've ever felt you don't quite fit into old religious structures…If you've sensed that something new is emerging…If you feel the call to live from the heart rather than the head…This episode may feel like a remembering.✨ About David:David Hulse is a spiritual teacher, author, and founder of the Academy for Spiritual Formation. With decades of experience as a minister, frequency practitioner, and consciousness guide, David integrates biblical mysticism, quantum insight, energy medicine, and metaphysical interpretation.He is also the spiritual leader of HeartLight Spiritual Center, where he continues to teach and facilitate spiritual growth in community.His work invites people to move beyond fear-based religion into embodied spiritual sovereignty.

The Commands of Christ Podcast
Christ's Commands in Action: Robert Chapman | Commands of Christ Podcast | S2 E8

The Commands of Christ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 24:31


Are we living Christ, not just preaching Him? Robert Chapman, called “the saintliest man” by Charles Spurgeon, lived a quiet yet powerful life marked by humility, love, and a deep commitment to live for Christ. He gave up personal rights, pursued unity without compromise, and served the poor and the lost with Christlike love. His life reminds us that true gospel witness flows not from fame, but from faithfully living Christ before others.

ReStoried
121. Spiritual Formation: Practicing Pilgrim Feast

ReStoried

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 33:45 Transcription Available


In this episode of Restoried, Brian and Anne revisit the spiritual formation practice of Pilgrim Feast, a rhythm inspired by the biblical feasts where God's people gathered to remember His faithfulness and celebrate together. Pilgrim Feast invites families to reframe vacations and special time away as gifts from God; moments to worship, reconnect, and intentionally celebrate His goodness. Anne shares how her family prayerfully planned a focused trip with their four older children after a long fostering season, choosing unplugged time in the mountains to reconnect and reflect on God's faithfulness. Brian shares about his family's trip to Missouri and how shifting their mindset, seeing vacation as God's generosity rather than something earned, changed the experience. They acknowledge the realities of parenting, tight budgets, and blended family dynamics, encouraging listeners to lower expectations of perfection and focus on connection. Pilgrim Feast does not have to be expensive or elaborate. It can be a staycation, a weekend getaway, or even a single intentional day marked by rest, favorite foods, tech boundaries, and meaningful conversation. The challenge is simple: dream about it, pray about it, put it on the calendar, and trust God to restore your family through celebration. Episode Highlights:  Celebrate God's faithfulness. Receive rest as a gift. Choose connection over perfection. Intentional > expensive. Pray, plan, calendar it.  Links from this Episode: Pilgrim's Feast with Young Kids  Register for Mobilize Ohio 2026 Register for the Pastor + Ministry Leaders Brunch   Find More on Hope Bridge: Visit Our Website  Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Facebook  Register for Mobilize Ohio 2026 

Orlando Grace Church
Equipping Hour | Avenues for Spiritual Formation | Giving and Service

Orlando Grace Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 46:45


Equipping Hour | Avenues for Spiritual Formation | Giving and Service by OrlandoGrace

Moments to Ponder
Episode 168: Stay On The Wall (Neh. 6)

Moments to Ponder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 20:02 Transcription Available


Thought to share? Send me a text...Have you ever wanted to shout at someone on a screen, “Don't believe that!”Deception has always been one of the enemy's favorite tools. In Nehemiah 6, opposition intensifies—from distraction to slander to intimidation and even spiritual manipulation. And yet Nehemiah refuses to come down from the wall.In this episode of Moments to Ponder, we explore:How opposition escalates when the work of God is advancingThe difference between discernment and fearWhy not every “spiritual word” is from GodHow Jesus faced similar tactics—and stayed faithfulWhat it looks like to remain steady when your integrity is questionedNehemiah's response is simple and powerful: “I am engaged in a great work, so I can't come.”If you've ever faced criticism, gossip, false accusation, or pressure to compromise, this conversation is for you.The wall was finished in 52 days—not because the opposition disappeared, but because Nehemiah refused to step away from what God called him to do.Let's take a few moments in God's Word and walk away strengthened.To find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

Context Matters
The Winding Road

Context Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 26:50


Today we continue the conversation with Arrabon's founder, David Bailey. We talk about what the "Gospel of the Kingdom" means along with several of Arrabon's resources to equip all kinds of audiences for understanding Scripture and spiritual formation. There are so many tools  available to help a diverse group of Jesus followers, despite their differences, learn to grow and mature as God's people. Find out more about Arrabon HEREDownload Arrabon's free Lent resource The Winding RoadExplore Arrabon's resources on Spiritual FormationContact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place.Join Cyndi Parker's  Patreon Team!

Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Finding Freedom in Jesus (with JP Foster)

Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 52:16


What does it mean to experience genuine freedom today? And how can a study of God's attributes bring that freedom? In this episode, we talk with pastor JP Foster about his new book (co-written with Talbot professor Matt Williams): Finding Freedom in Jesus: The 21 Attributes of Your Identity in Christ. We discuss how understanding God's character can transform our understanding of who we are, and as a result, leading to relational, spiritual, and emotional freedom.  JP Foster serves as Senior Pastor at Faithful Central Bible Church, one of the largest African American churches in Los Angeles. His leadership and Biblical exposition have impacted thousands both in the Los Angeles area and around the world, as he encourages people to build their lives on the foundation of God's word. He also serves as a Ministry Affiliate Faculty at Biola University, teaching courses in Biblical Interpretation and Spiritual Formation. He has also led impactful initiatives to improve educational outcomes and the overall well-being of impoverished areas in Kenya and Eswatini. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

In Motion Podcast
The Gift of Feelings: Emotional Awareness & Spiritual Formation | Tell Me More

In Motion Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 100:24


What if the breakthrough you're praying for begins with learning how to name what you feel? Your spiritual maturity and emotional maturity are inseparable. In this episode, Whit George, Casey Shirley, and Angela Ekstrum explore why feelings are not obstacles to spiritual growth—but essential to it. They unpack the difference between emotions and feelings,  and what it really means to stay relational under pressure. Emotions will either move us away from relationship or deeper into it. The question is: will we let them lead us toward connection with God and others?   Show Notes:    Listen to the Weekend Message: How to Manage Your Feelings as a Christ Follower | How to Manage Your Feelings as a Christ Follower   In this episode, they reference the 8 Feelings chart: share.google/8zOcfm8ucJW5NCd2g   In this episode, Whit recommends The Book of Psalms: A Translation with Commentary by Robert Alter librarything.com/work/3233206

Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick
Episode 386 - Michael John Cusick, "Exploring Sacred Attachment: The Trinity, Neuroscience, and Experiencing Divine Love"

Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 30:51 Transcription Available


Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today's conversation dives deep into the heart of spiritual growth, as AJ Denson returns to interview Michael about his award-winning book, Sacred Attachment, Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love.The episode explores Chapter 3, focusing on attachment theory and its profound connection to both psychology and the divine. Michael lays a foundation by tracing attachment back beyond neuroscience and child development, all the way to the ultimate example: the Trinity. Together, Michael and AJ unpack how the Trinity models perfect attunement and connection, and what this means for our relationship with God, others, and ourselves.Support the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

Passion Daily Podcast
Start Here: Welcome to the Passion Equip Podcast

Passion Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 1:09


Welcome to the Passion Equip Podcast. In this launch episode, we share the heart behind this podcast and why we believe formation matters more than ever. Our hope is simple: to help you build a faith that lasts — rooted in Scripture, shaped by the Spirit, and lived out in real life. We hope you will join us here on this feed and throughout our Lenten Journey together. Passion Equip exists to see people around the globe know and draw closer to Jesus. Over 20 years of ministry, we've developed resources on almost every passage in the Bible. Explore our latest resources at https://passionequip.com  —  Follow Passion Equip: https://www.instagram.com/passionequip/ Follow Passion Conferences: https://www.instagram.com/passion268 Follow Passion City Church: https://www.instagram.com/passioncity/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.