Podcasts about spiritually

Do you feel like you’re running on empty—physically, emotionally, or spiritually? Life’s challenges can leave us depleted, but God’s love is designed to carry us through every season. In Deuteronomy 1:31, Moses reminds the Israelites that God carried them through the wilderness “as a man carries his son.” This isn’t a fleeting support—it’s a lifelong, sustaining love that holds us steady when we can’t hold ourselves. Intersecting Faith & Life Are there areas of your life where you’ve been trying to carry burdens alone? How might you invite God to carry what has been too heavy for you? Take a moment to rest in the assurance that Christ holds the details of your life, sustaining you with His love. Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: The Kind of Love That Carries YouBy Sarah Frazer Bible Reading:And you saw in the wilderness how the Lord your God carried you as a man carries his son all along the way you traveled until you reached this place. - Deuteronomy 1:31 (CSB) My car flashed the empty light. I was almost out of gas. My heart sighed. The to-do list for the day felt never-ending. Life was really hard for our family. During seasons of busyness, I find myself running like a car on an empty tank of gas. Hardships faced everyone. Maybe you are facing sickness, loneliness, grief, fear, or even depression today. How do we continue to hold everything together when we run out of energy? The beautiful truth of the Bible is that we do not keep running and running by ourselves. Spiritually, emotionally, and even physically, we are not asked to endure everything on our own. We are not alone. God’s love comes with a promise. In the Book of Deuteronomy, we read some of Moses’ last words to the people. Before recounting the laws and telling them how to live, Moses reminded them of God’s love for them: “And you saw in the wilderness how the Lord your God carried you as a man carries his son all along the way you traveled until you reached this place” (Deuteronomy 1:31 CSB). Good fathers carry their sons because of their love for them. Sometimes human fathers fail. Maybe you didn’t have a good father. Friend, if you are a Christian, God is your Father. This imagery is woven throughout the entire Bible. A good father will care for and love his son. I can remember my husband carrying each of our children up the stairs to bed every night when they were young. This type of carrying we see here is one of deep and lasting love. Notice that God carried the people in the wilderness, along a very uncertain road. No matter what they faced, famine, thirst, and enemies, God carried them each and every step. You and I have the comfort that God, as our Father, will carry us through life. God isn’t just there for guidance; He lifts us up and bears the weight of this life with us. When life gets too heavy, God carries us like a Father. Not only does God’s love carry us now, it also does so throughout our entire lives. The prophet Isaiah warns the people against running to their idols for safety. He says: I [God] will be the same until your old age,and I will bear you up when you turn gray.I have made you, and I will carry you;I will bear and rescue you. - Isaiah 46:4 (CSB) Notice the time span. From birth… to old age… to gray hairs. The older I get, the more I realize that my strength from twenty years ago just isn’t the same now that I’m in my forties. It doesn’t matter what our physical bodies are capable of; God’s love is a love that lasts throughout our whole life! God tells the Israelites, “I have made you and carried you.” No matter what happens, God will bear us up and rescue us. God’s love is not seasonal or situational. It does not withdraw as we age. It never weakens or changes. The one who created us commits Himself to carry us all the way through our lives. The idea of God carrying us is not just in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, we see this repeated as well. One of the most powerful examples of this is found in the book of Colossians. Paul says that Christ is not just our Savior, but our sustainer: “For in him [Jesus] all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together” (Colossians 1:16-17 CSB). Notice the phrase, “in him all things hold together.” Jesus Christ is the reason the universe is still running! Christ is beside God on the throne in Heaven, keeping our world going. He carries all of creation, but that also means you and me! All things include you, me, and the details of our lives. The power Christ has to sustain us is beyond our ability to understand. We can rest, you and I, today, that God’s love carries us personally, patiently, and powerfully! Intersecting Faith & Life: Where might you have been trying to carry burdens God never intended you to bear alone? I want to encourage you today that God’s love does not demand strength from us; it supplies it. You are not held together by your own effort - but by Christ! Further Reading:Psalm 68:19Psalm 55:22Matthew 11:28-30Hebrews 13:5 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

If you've ever been tempted to confuse spiritual health with spiritual perfection, this conversation is for you.In this episode, you'll learn:The markers of a spiritually healthy Christian and the daily habits they consistently pursue.The overlooked patterns that may be threatening your spiritual health and relationship with God.How to escape shame, guilt, and isolation and return to the Lord — who has never left your side.Links and Resources We'll Mention This Episode:Download the "Healthy Conversations Contract" Jim talks about here.We're grateful to the American Association of Christian Counselors for being a yearlong sponsor of Therapy & Theology. Click here to apply for their Youth Mental Health Coach program — a biblically grounded, clinically excellent training to help you support youth facing today's most common mental health challenges. Go to Compassion.com/Lysa to join us in sponsoring a child through Compassion International today.Subscribe here to receive new Therapy & Theology episodes straight to your inbox.Want a chance to be featured on Listener Mail? Leave Lysa, Jim, or Joel a message or a question right here.If you'd like to give a gift today so Therapy & Theology can reach even more women in their desperate moments, go to proverbs31.org/givenow.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton Smith interviews Gavin Duerson, a simple church disciple-making practitioner from Lexington, Kentucky. Gavin shares his journey from being a mascot at the University of Kentucky to working with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and eventually transitioning to leading a network of simple churches. He discusses the impact of his daughter's special needs on his faith and ministry, emphasizing the importance of love, connection, and understanding God's grace. Gavin advocates for a decentralized approach to church, focusing on mentoring and supporting others in their faith journeys, and highlights the significance of living out the Great Commission in everyday life.

This week's episode had everything: halftime show skepticism, aquatic conspiracy theories, holographic ethics, and a little too much time in the Wasteland. We may have skipped science again… but we made up for it with sharks and Starfleet. Real Life Devon: Safe Bets and Stadium Spectacles Devon kicked things off with the Super Bowl halftime show — Green Day and Bad Bunny sharing the stage. The big question: was Green Day the safe choice? Are legacy punk bands the NFL's version of comfort food? Reliable. Recognizable. Not too disruptive. Devon wrestles with whether the performance felt bold or carefully calculated — and what that says about the league's broader decision-making. It's less about music and more about cultural positioning. When the biggest stage in America picks its soundtrack, what are they really trying to say? Ben: Jaws, Mayors, and Weresharks Ben watched Jaws with his son, and instead of simply enjoying the terror of a seaside predator, he zeroed in on the real villain: The mayor. What exactly is going on with this guy? Ben proposes several theories: Is the mayor the shark? Is the shark a metaphor? Is this some kind of Ice Nine Kills-style symbolic horror? Or… is the mayor secretly a wereshark? The conversation spirals in the best way possible. Spoiler alert: they don't get a bigger boat. Ben also makes a strong case that Starfleet Academy is not for everyone — but it is for him. That leads to a deep dive into holograms in Star Trek. Some holograms are "hard light" and physically interactive. The Doctor in Voyager was designed for short-term use… and then just kept going. What does that mean philosophically? Legally? Spiritually? And somewhere in there, Ben cautiously circles around the fate of Captain Sisko. Steven: Fallout Season 2 — A Love Letter or a Stall? Steven brings us back to the Wasteland with thoughts on the Fallout Season 2 finale. Devon, generally, is not thrilled. The season lacked momentum. The pacing felt uneven. Something didn't quite land. Steven counters with a structural theory: The three main characters represent different player archetypes. Different play styles. Different moral approaches to the same broken world. He also notes something important: there were a lot of Easter eggs. A LOT. For longtime game veterans, it was a treasure hunt. For casual viewers? Probably noise. Steven's bigger hypothesis: Season 1: Establish the world and characters. Season 2: The creators indulge in their favorite corners of the setting. Season 3: (Hopefully) we move into entirely new territory not tied to a specific game. If that happens, the show might finally become its own thing. Future or Now There was, once again, too much Fallout talk. Science gets skipped. Again. We promise nothing for next week. Book Club Next Week: "Liar!" by Isaac Asimov Read it here: https://lecturia.org/en/short-stories/isaac-asimov-liar/23933/ Classic Asimov. Robots. Logic. Emotional complications. You know the drill. This Week: "The Orchard Village Catalog" by Parker Peevyhouse https://strangehorizons.com/wordpress/fiction/the-orchard-village-catalog/ Reactions were mixed — but thoughtful. Ben: Loved the realistic corporate nonsense. Found it creepy and fascinating. Devon: Felt it might be too open-ended, but still enjoyed it. Steven: Didn't fully "get it," but appreciated the quality of the writing. Which, honestly, is sometimes the best kind of sci-fi discussion — confusion paired with admiration. Between halftime show politics, aquatic conspiracies, holographic sentience, and post-apocalyptic pacing debates, this episode covered a lot of ground. If you've got thoughts on safe Super Bowl picks, weresharks, or where Fallout should go next, we want to hear them. And maybe next week… we'll finally talk about science.

What do you want most from Jesus? Are you asking for comfort, success, or something deeper? Can you see your sin clearly? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Mark 10:32–52 uses the story of Bartimaeus to show us that spiritual blindness often keeps us asking for lesser things, while Jesus invites us to receive true sight and lasting healing. Read the Bible with us in 2026! This year, we're exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Mark 10:32–52

Presence lies at the center of both professional coaching and Christian formation. This episode explores presence not as a technique or coaching skill alone, but as a disciplined way of being. For Christian coaches, presence is where ICF-aligned professionalism and faith come together rather than compete. In coaching, presence means being fully engaged, comfortable with not knowing, able to work with silence, and responsive rather than reactive. Spiritually, Scripture reveals God as a present God. From the burning bush to the ministry of Jesus, transformation flows from attentive presence, not hurried action. The conversation addresses a key truth: we cannot be present with clients beyond the level we are present with ourselves. Stillness, surrender, and self-awareness shape our ability to hold space for others. Practical reflections highlight what Christ-centered, client-centered presence looks like in real sessions, including honoring boundaries, resisting advice-giving, trusting the process, and allowing insight to emerge in its own time.   --- Start your journey to become a Professional Christian Life Coach!  Connect with an Academic Advisor: https://calendly.com/d/cqkt-5nf-5pw/connect-with-an-academic-advisor?utm_source=podcast Join the Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/professionalchristiancoaching/ Our gift to you! 15+ Hours of FREE Training "The Ultimate Christian Coaching Bundle": https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/bundle PCCI Website: https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCoaching/videos  

We're constantly bombarded with negative information that hijacks our attention and drains our energy. Social media algorithms are designed to trigger emotional reactions, leaving us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and disconnected from reality. When we scroll through disturbing content, we often mistake other people's fear for our own, identifying with emotions that aren't even ours.Instead of shutting down when faced with distressing information, we need to step back and ask “what's beyond this? What's the bigger picture?” When we do this, we realise the alarming messages we're seeing represent only a tiny sliver of reality, not the whole truth.Five Days to Calm Your Mind and Meet Your Spirit – Jeffrey's course, FREE to Lorin's listenersJeffrey's websiteSpirit Mind – Jeffrey's work with HisamiFollow @iamjeffreyallen on InstagramFollow Jeffrey on YouTubeMentioned in this episode:The Core Method™ The trademarked, unique and universal coaching framework for deep transformationHealing Your Relationship with the Masculine A 4-week immersive program for women

Questioning Everything Was Just the StartThis wasn't a planned episode. This was me hitting record because I couldn't keep carrying everything in my head.Lately, I've been tired. Not just physically. Mentally. Spiritually. Creatively. And it had me asking some uncomfortable questions. About the podcast. About my direction. About whether I'm burned out or just done.Somewhere in all of that, one question kept coming back up:What's my why? And maybe more importantly… is it even mine?In this episode, I talk through burnout, pressure, comparison, and the boxes we put ourselves in trying to be liked, understood, or validated. I don't have a neat answer. I'm not teaching a framework. I'm just being honest about what it feels like to realize the way you've been moving no longer fits.If you've ever felt disconnected from something you once loved, or stuck trying to live up to expectations that aren't really yours, this one's for you.No perfection. No polish. Just a real moment in the middle of a shift.It's About DAMN Time SegmentIt's about damn time I stop moving for everyone else and start defining my why for myself.D.A.M.N. ChallengeTake some time this week to discover or rediscover your why. Not the one that sounds good. Not the one that makes other people comfortable. The one that actually belongs to you.Write it down. Sit with it. Let it change if it needs to.

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Brother Ram delivers a sermon on how as Christians it is important that we do not become stagnant, but continue to grow in Christ

Lent Devotional Guide: https://www.stanthonystongue.com/products/p/pdf-a-lenten-devotional-guide Lent is not a performance review. It is not a spiritual productivity challenge. It is the Church leading exhausted people back into the desert, not to crush them, but to strip away the false god of competence and return them to love.In this video, I offer a Lenten guide inspired by the Catholic mystics for those who are tired, burned out, scrupulous, or spiritually numb. We talk about how Lent becomes distorted into proof, how devotion becomes consumption, why rest feels irresponsible to the anxious soul, and how the mystics practiced penance without turning God into an HR manager.This is a Lent for people who still want God, but are tired of trying to earn Him. A Lent for those who want repentance without self-hatred, silence without shame, and prayer without spiritual grinding. We look at practical ways to enter Lent with a mystical posture, rooted in Scripture, the tradition, and the lives of the saints.

This week I'm talking to Holly Porter about her book 'Near Death Shift : What Dying Taught Me About Life, Business, and Purpose'.When everything fell apart, grace held her together.After seventy days in the hospital—including two intubations, a coma, and a near-death experience—Holly Porter awoke to a life forever changed. Near Death Shift is her breathtaking true story of survival, spiritual awakening, and divine purpose.When Holly entered the hospital, she had no idea her world was about to stop breathing. Fighting for her life through sepsis, paralysis, and weeks on a ventilator, she experienced what few ever have—a journey beyond the veil. In that sacred realm, she found herself surrounded by a radiant stadium of light, angelic choirs, and divine messages that would reshape everything she believed about life, leadership, and love.What she brought back was more than hope—it was a blueprint for transformation. Through her signature SHIFT framework—Surrender, Hope, Intuition, Faith, and Transformation—Holly reveals how pain can become purpose and how surrender can lead to strength. Each lesson offers spiritual and practical guidance for anyone navigating loss, trauma, or the longing to live a more purposeful life.As Holly learned to walk, breathe, and live again, she also learned how to listen—how to trust the quiet voice of divine intuition and follow the signs that would lead her to rebuild not just her body, but her mission. Her near-death experience became a new beginning, inspiring the creation of Retreat RnR, a platform for transformational retreats, and the Adventure Bucket Wish Foundation, dedicated to helping women lead with purpose, passion, and presence.Blending powerful storytelling with timeless spiritual truths, Near Death Shift invites readers to see their own challenges through the lens of grace. It's a reminder that the hardest seasons often carry the seeds of our greatest callings—and that even in the darkest nights, love and light remain.Whether you've faced illness, loss, burnout, or a crisis of faith, this book will meet you where you are and guide you toward healing and hope. With honesty, humor, and hard-won wisdom, Holly shows that no matter what you've endured, your story isn't over—it's shifting you toward the person you were always meant to become.Readers will discover:✨ How to find divine meaning in life's hardest moments✨ The healing power of faith, surrender, and intuition✨ Tools to rebuild life after loss or trauma✨ Ways to transform adversity into abundance✨ Hope, strength, and renewed connection with what truly mattersIf you've ever wondered why you're still here—or what your pain is trying to teach you—Near Death Shift will help you uncover the light hidden within your own story.“I didn't come back to who I was—I came back to who I was created to be.”BioHolly Porter, Hon. Ph.D., is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcast host, and humanitarian who turned the fight for her life into a global mission of purpose and transformation. During a seventy-day hospitalization, Holly had a near-death experience and several other profound spiritual experiences. These led to the development of her SHIFT framework—Surrender, Hope, Intuition, Faith, and Transformation—a model that guides individuals to find meaning in adversity and to live with greater purpose. Holly is a best-selling author and the founder of multiple ventures, including the PropTech and SaaS platform Retreat RnR, and the Adventure Bucket Wish Foundation. She inspires audiences worldwide with her keynote speeches and her All Things Retreat Podcast. She received the President's Lifetime Achievement Award and an honorary doctorate in Global Humanitarianism. Holly and her husband, Scott, live in Southern Utah, where they enjoy their large blended family of eight adult children and nearly nineteen grandchildren.https://neardeathshift.com/https://hollyporterinternational.com/https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G1J9PCBY https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's Shine with Frannie Show, I share a humorous story from my childhood about my crazy family vacation to Washington, DC.It's late night, we are lost, it begins pouring and my mom is freaking out--I think we can all relate--metaphorically. It's actually a great visual for how we sometimes feel in life. When we feel lost, lonely, afraid, anxious or stressed--we need to block the outside voices and tune in to hear the voice of God. I share three practical tools to spiritually connect with God and get in tune with the Holy Spirit. I pray this blesses you! If you feel stuck in life, want to hear the voice of God more clearly, or want to have a deeper connection with the Holy Spirit, DM me CLARITY over on Instagram. I'd love to see how I can support you on your journey! Click here and head to my DMs. Also, I'd love if you'd leave a review and a rating! That helps get the word out and reach others for the Kingdom!Until next time, keep on shining!

If your faith feels a little dry right now, you're not alone. God promises to pour water on thirsty ground… and He knows exactly how to refresh your heart.

Join Psychic Medium Cari Mugz from Idaho Falls, as she pulls a card to let you know what's coming up for the week and the signs and symbols to watch for. Cari MugzInstagram: @spirit.medium.carimugz FB Page: Psychic Medium Cari MugzWebsite: https://www.carimugz.com/Events #cariconnects #carimugz #psychicmedium #mediumship #weeklyreading #cardreading #cardoftheweek #idahofalls #mediumidahofalls #psychicmediumidaho #bestmediumidahofalls

The Discipline of the Lord (Hebrews 12:5) For Believers, discipline is NOT PUNITIVE but redemptive (corrective, protective) Motive: God's Love: Hebrews 12:6; 1 John 2:2 The discipline of the Lord (correction) can “feel like” punishment. (Hebrews 12:11) (Remember and Trust God's motives. This will be tested! Hebrews 12:5b: rebuke: address inappropriate actions, words, attitudes. Blessings of God's Correction: Hebrews 12:7-11 Love, honor, treasures His child Preserved life (Hebrews 12:9) Partakers of benefits of holiness Holiness: set apart to the Lord and separated from the evil one; the flesh, the world's values, and ways of thinking, speaking, choosing The Holy Spirit is the Agent of conviction of our sin: (John 16:8,9) Our sin's root is our unbelief: i.e: fear (2 Timothy 1:7; 1 John 4:16-18) Anxiety: (Philippians 4:4-7) The heart of God is that our discipline, correction is centered in our internal direction and correction! (The heart is “control center” of our lives!) [Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15:18, 19] “Godly Sorrow”: true repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10, 11) [Recognize how our choices affect the offended and turn away!] If we won't listen and take corrective action internally, God may allow/direct correction from the “outside”. The Relationship Between Correction/Discipline and the spiritual law of Sowing and Reaping (Galatians 6:7-9) God's Grace to intervene (bring out) and to sustain (bring through) won't allow us to sink, or skip the process! Withdrawn intimacy, distance; turbulence in relationships, resources, etc. Corrective words from others Hindrance from the enemy: if we engage in viewing, thinking, acting in line with the devil's territory, he will start operating in our space. (Spiritually illegal but given access by our cooperation or negligence) (Ephesians 4:27) This interference from the enemy can take various forms, i.e. physical, mental/emotional, relational, financial, etc. (1 Thessalonians 2:18; James 5:15) (Just because we are attacked by the enemy doesn't necessarily mean we are “out of order” in our relationship, fellowship with the Lord!) REMEMBER: His correction is from a heart of Perfect Love, for our benefit! ✸FAITH is in my spirit. It doesn't come from my mind. Faith in my spirit requires exercise to grow! (Matthew 17:20; Luke 17:5,6)

Shane Harris | 3 Things You Must Do To Stay Spiritually Aligned by Bethel Austin

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What is the theme of Paul's letter to the Thessalonians? Listen to this message to get a quick overview of the book in preparation for a verse-by-verse study. See that Paul expresses his thanks to God for these believers and encourages them to always be thankful for what God has done for them. See how he emphasizes love for others and explains that knowing about the coming Rapture is a comfort to others when believers they know die. Be challenged to walk by means of the Holy Spirit and grow to spiritual maturity.

Most people think spiritual danger looks like rebellion. But Jesus warned about something far more subtle — and far more dangerous.This video explores what the Bible says about lukewarm faith, spiritual drift, and how believers slowly lose passion for God without realizing it.In Revelation 3, Jesus delivers one of His strongest warnings to the church — a warning about becoming spiritually lukewarm. But what does lukewarm Christianity really mean? And why is spiritual indifference often more dangerous than outright rebellion?In this message, we talk about:• The slow fade of faith• How believers drift from God without noticing• The warning signs of spiritual complacency• Why lukewarm faith is so dangerous• How Jesus lovingly calls drifting hearts back to HimIf you've ever felt spiritually dry, distracted, or stuck going through religious routines without passion, this message will help you recognize the warning signs and rediscover spiritual fire.⸻

#newearth #5D #sanatkumara #ascension 00:00 Chant 01: 17 Introduction 03:17 Non-soul connected people 05:13 Five qualities of soul connected people 12:13 Next lessons 14:03 Chant Our website and Portal to Earth's spiritual university: namasmasyouniversity.org

I'm announcing CENTERED—my new spiritual wellness app launching April 2026. This is 10 years in the making. And it feels like holding onto a rocket right now. Think Spotify for spiritual wellness. A place to design your day based on devotion. Wake up to the energetics of the day. Build playlists with prayers, mantras, meditations—all the things. The existing wellness apps are for coping and calming down. You press play. You stay passive. Spiritually neutral. But CENTERED is built for depth, not dopamine. I'm partnering with Aligned, a Silicon Valley software company led by an early Spotify exec. Launching April 17th with my new audiobook, Bless & Release. Here's what shocked me: Only 1.1% of global venture capital goes to female-led startups. I'm changing that. CENTERED is open to investment from $100 to $1.5 million. The goal? A women-majority investor base. We're putting the feminine in fem tech. Listen in for all the details. With Love, Danielle As mentioned in this episode: Learn more about investing in the CENTERED App at centeredapp.com. We'll send you the pitch deck, and access to our WeFunder campaign where you can become a founding investor with as little as $100. Pre-order my new audiobook and I'll send you BTS content and early access to chapters. Bless & Release: The physics of letting go…and wanting what's meant for you – get yours at daniellelaporte.com/bless.

Do you feel busy all day but still behind. Scattered. Spiritually foggy. This episode is for the woman who wants to focus on God but keeps getting pulled in ten directions.In this solo episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin talks honestly about how distraction shows up in everyday life and why it quietly steals our peace, clarity, and sense of purpose. She shares a powerful insight from Bob Goff that reframed how she sees spiritual resistance. Not as destruction. As distraction.You will learn 3 to 4 practical, faith centered ways to reduce noise, reset your attention, and create space to hear God again. This is not about doing more. It is about choosing what actually matters.If you feel stretched thin, disconnected, or frustrated with yourself for losing focus, this conversation will help you name what is happening and take simple steps forward.Takeaways• Distraction is not random. It often targets what matters most. • Constant busyness can block clarity and spiritual growth. • Focus is a spiritual practice, not a personality trait. • Small daily choices can help you realign with God's direction.Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotionalReady to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today!What to feel more energized in midlife? Grab my 5 Day Energy Reset Jump Start Guide here.Ready to work with Kristin to make a shift in your life? Click here to get started.Christian women podcast, faith and focus, overcoming distraction as a Christian, spiritual focus for busy women, hearing God clearly, Christian mindset and clarity, faith based personal growth, women of faith and purpose, Christian encouragement for overwhelmed women, intentional living with God

Something you might notice about Boston musician Naomi Westwater is that they have both sides of the brain on lock. They are very good at community organizing, grant applying, advocating, and other "left-brained" activities. However, they are also a creative, deeply spiritual, open-hearted person, traits typically associated with the right brain. That's not always something that goes hand-in-hand, but it is a beautiful thing when it does! Westwater, who identifies as queer and Black-multiracial, grew up on Cape Cod in Massachusetts, where they never felt like they fit in. Thanks to their parents, there was a lot of music being played: reggae, jazz, funk, classic rock and '70s feminist folk. There was always a deep connection with nature, which plays into their spiritual practice and their songwriting, two areas they previously kept separate.On their new album, 'Cycle & Change,' Naomi made an effort to fully embrace her identity as a songwriter and a witch. She shares, “Each song ties back to its seasonal context, weaving a story that spans spring's hopeful beginnings, summer's vibrancy, autumn's introspection, and winter's quietude…” Right in the final stretch of preparing to release the album, all these very hard things happened: the sudden loss of Naomi's father; they went through a divorce; and they relocated. It was as if, with the album, they had created the blueprint for remaining grounded during these challenging life changes. We get into all of this on Basic Folk, as well as navigating self-advocacy while struggling to get their endometriosis and adenomyosis diagnosed and treated and the impact their father's death had on their creativity.Follow Basic Folk on social media: https://basicfolk.bio.link/Sign up for Basic Folk's newsletter: https://bit.ly/basicfolknewsHelp produce Basic Folk by contributing: https://basicfolk.com/donate/Interested in sponsoring us? Contact BGS: https://bit.ly/sponsorBGSpodsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Podcast Episode Description – Concepts & Conversations (Episode 13: Moving as a Single Intentionally)In Episode 13 of Concepts & Conversations, Coach Bryan explores the importance of navigating singleness with clarity, discipline, and intentionality. In this episode, titled “Moving as a Single Intentionally,” he challenges listeners to view singleness not as a waiting season, but as a preparation season that shapes the quality of future relationships.Drawing from a recent conversation with his fiancée, Coach Bryan reflects on how intentional choices made before entering a relationship can eliminate unnecessary complications later. He emphasizes the importance of establishing personal boundaries, closing emotional loose ends, and developing clarity about relational direction before committing to someone long-term.Using real-life experiences and conversations with a group of men discussing modern dating challenges, Coach Bryan breaks down the importance of communication strategy, patience, and genuine interest when building connections. He highlights the difference between approaching someone out of attraction versus approaching someone with intentional curiosity about who they are beyond physical appearance.A key theme in this episode is the distinction between options and opportunities. Coach Bryan explains how options represent established choices, while opportunities represent potential paths that require discernment and maturity. Understanding this difference, he explains, helps individuals avoid emotional confusion and premature attachment.Coach Bryan also addresses the misconception that a person's relational value is defined solely by financial provision or external achievements. Instead, he emphasizes that true value is rooted in character, self-awareness, emotional maturity, and having a clear life direction. He encourages listeners to ask themselves whether they are bringing substance into relationships or simply relying on attraction and surface-level compatibility.Throughout the episode, Coach Bryan provides practical insight for both men and women. He encourages men to develop discipline in how they communicate and engage visually and emotionally, while encouraging women to focus on authentic presentation and allowing compatibility to reveal itself naturally rather than forcing expectations prematurely.Spiritually, this episode challenges the urgency often associated with relationships and marriage. Coach Bryan reminds listeners that preparation, growth, and alignment with purpose are essential before pursuing long-term partnership. He emphasizes that successful relationships are often built long before two people officially come together.“Moving as a Single Intentionally” serves as a thoughtful conversation about relational readiness, personal growth, and strategic decision-making. This episode is ideal for anyone navigating dating, preparing for commitment, or seeking to develop stronger relationship foundations through intentional living.

Podcast Episode Description – Concepts & Conversations: Discipline PersonifiedIn this episode of Concepts & Conversations, listeners are invited into a thoughtful discussion about the true meaning and necessity of discipline in personal growth, spiritual development, and long-term success. Titled “Discipline Personified,”this episode explores the reality that many people desire results, achievement, and abundance, yet often struggle with the consistent work required to sustain those outcomes.The conversation centers around the idea that discipline is not simply about motivation or temporary bursts of effort, but about building sustainable habits, managing time effectively, and developing the mental and emotional endurance necessary to maintain progress. The episode highlights how success is often lost not because of a lack of talent or opportunity, but because discipline is inconsistent once initial goals are achieved.Listeners are encouraged to evaluate how daily choices—including health decisions, time management, spiritual habits, and personal boundaries—directly influence long-term outcomes. The episode emphasizes that discipline begins with honest self-evaluation and requires individuals to identify areas where comfort, convenience, or overcommitment may be limiting their growth.A key theme throughout the discussion is the difference between quick results and lasting transformation. The episode examines how extreme measures or short-term efforts can produce temporary change, but long-term success requires gradual, intentional habit development. It reinforces the idea that sustainable progress is built through consistent small decisions rather than dramatic overnight changes.The episode also explores how personal discipline affects other areas of life, including relationships, career goals, creative development, and overall quality of life. It highlights the importance of aligning daily habits with long-term vision, while recognizing that meaningful growth often requires letting go of distractions, unhealthy routines, and patterns that no longer support personal goals.Spiritually, the conversation encourages listeners to combine discipline with intentional reflection, strategy, and clarity of purpose. It emphasizes the importance of seeking guidance, creating structured goals, and remaining committed to improvement even when progress feels slow or uncomfortable.“Discipline Personified” serves as a motivational and reflective conversation designed to help listeners evaluate their habits, refocus their priorities, and develop the consistency needed to support the life they desire to build.

I've come to learn that a lot of Reiki practitioners are working with only half the equation - and, in my experience, that costs us energy, confidence, and spiritual authority. In this episode, I unpack the difference between Reiki energy (universal life force energy), and personal life force energy. If you're pulled to tune in, you'll discover why understanding these 2 separate energetic systems means you won't be energetically or Spiritually compromised when working with clients. By the end of listening in, you'll discover:The "hollow bone" vs. "clear channel" distinction ~ Learn why being a hollow bone (the bridge between physical and spiritual realms) is the foundation for spiritually guided healing, and why the channel language without this understanding may keep you feeling deeper connection is available. Why your energy gets depleted (even though you've been trying to protect it) & how to stop that happening~ Discover an often hidden truth: when you're not the bridge between worlds, your personal life force energy gets pulled into the healing work. This explains that exhausted feeling after sessions. The energetic entanglement nobody is speaking about ~ You can't fill an egg yolk with egg white. When you're extracting personal energy from clients with or without knowing it, you need to return personal energy - not use Reiki energy to fill the gap. Learn the two techniques (spiritual detoxification and personal life force energy return) that Reiki training doesn't normally cover. Your authentic spirit-led reiki style (away from your lineage's rule book) ~ As you know, Reiki isn't one-size-fits-all, yet most practitioners & teachers are bound by methods that don't resonate with their own animistic and cultural lineage, even when actively working in their own way. Uncover how to access your exclusive, spiritually guided style of working with Reiki energy that's uniquely yours - and infinitely more powerful, in my experience. The 3 huge shifts that happen when you understand the difference ~ Stop over-functioning. Eliminate energetic bleed. Reclaim your sovereignty. Learn how understanding that Reiki and personal life force are separate systems fundamentally evolves how you practice, hold space, and most importantly - how you live without becoming a martyr to the cause of supporting others. Free workshop Lifting the Veil on Reiki: https://www.reikiredefined.com/lifting-the-veil-on-reiki/Spirit-led Reiki Pathway:https://www.reikiredefined.com/spirit-led-reiki-pathway/Get my free updates directly to your inbox: https://reiki-redefined.kit.com/6629991732Free community: https://www.reikiredefined.com/free-community/You'll find me most on Tiktok @reikiredefined and Instagram same handle.

This episode features Dave Wiedis,  founder and Executive Director of ServingLeaders Ministries, a ministry that provides pastoral care and counseling for ministry leaders and their families, as well as the broader Christian community. Dave shares about his new book, The Spiritually Healthy Leader: Finding Freedom From Self-Sabotage. We talk with him about how spiritual healthy leadership is connected to our passions and motivations, and he offers wisdom about how processing our emotions helps us grow toward spiritual health. Dave also shares about the ministry he oversees, Serving Leaders Ministries. Click HERE to learn more about this ministry.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

February 2026 - American Heart Month - Heart Health Awareness Caring for Your Heart—Spiritually, Mentally, and Physically.Tune in every Wednesday as we discuss topics on overall wellness to help you reset, refocus, and feel encouraged for the week.Send us a textSupport the show

Jehovah Jireh means: The Lord will provide. We often hear this name of God and immediately think of monetary provision, but it is way more than that. God provides for our body, soul and spirit needs. In fact the first mention of God as Jehovah Jireh is in Genesis 22 when God provides a ram to be sacrificed in place of Isaac. Abraham pronounces, "The Lord will provide!"    Jireh, is derived from a Hebrew root meaning "to see" or "to provide," implying "He sees and provides" or "The LORD will see to it."   Philippians 4:19 says, "And My God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus."    Not only will I AM Will Provide, I Am Will See to It. What God sees, He will provide for. Spiritually, and physically      You can connect with Amie on her website: https://rawandrealministries.com/   You can connect with me or order my books on my website here: https://debbiekitterman.com/ click on the store tab and choose the book(s) you would like to view under the book tab.   OR on Amazon here using my affiliate links:    Legacy: The Lost Art of Blessing  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNJNNHKY/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   Releasing God's Heart through Hearing His Voice:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615316220/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement: Hearing the Word of God for Others:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/0800798864/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement Bible Study: Living a Lifestyle of Encouragement  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B083J3RCYP/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   Symbolism Reference Guide & Dream Journal: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0984012346/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20  

Are there universal foundations that allow children to stay rooted in their inner wisdom, no matter what is happening in the world around them? Join us for an illuminating discussion with Efrat Shokef, PhD, on her new book UniverSoul Promises: Foundations for Creating the Conditions Our Children Need to Thrive in Times of Transformation. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDr. Efrat Shokef holds a PhD in social-organizational psychology, is a Fulbright Alumni, and the author of the Silver Nautilus Award-winning book: The Promise We Made. Dr. Shokef guides parents in parenting from their essence, choosing, healing, and becoming the humans their children chose to come to. Explore Dr. Shokef's transformative insights at www.EfratShokef.comFor more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Lee and Leslie Strobel join Kirk Cameron to discuss the early years of their marriage, focusing on a period of time during which Leslie came to faith in Christ while Lee remained an atheist. They share the challenges they faced, the emotions they were navigating and the power of consistent prayer in the years that led to Lee investigating "The Case for Christ." Don't miss this riveting interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud shares his moving testimony and personal faith journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH Takeaways with Kirk Cameron episodes for free on TBN+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Each episode of Takeaways with Kirk Cameron features knowledgeable guests having a respectful and thoughtful conversation surrounding topics that are impacting our society every day. Kirk's hope is that you will walk away from this show with practical steps on how to better your family, your community, and your nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing up, one of my favorite baseball players was Steve Avery, a dominant pitcher for the Atlanta Braves. Before injuries changed his career, he was electric—one of the best on the mound. Recently, watching old clips of his playing days stirred a deeper thought in me.All of us, at some point, have been hurt. Wounded. Spiritually injured. And the dangerous story we tell ourselves is this: I used to be good before I got hurt. This episode is a reminder not to live in that sentence. You are not defined by the injury. You are not finished because you fell. Healing is possible. Growth is still ahead. Get back up. Recover. And don't let it be said that the best of you only existed before the pain.

Has finding a way to turn your passion and spirituality into an impactful, profitable and joyful brand been a bit of an elusive journey? Perhaps you're feeling called to lean into starting a business that is driven by your authenticity, passion and soul but haven't quite found the right pathway forward yet...you're not alone.Today, we're talking with Eva Bautista-Fung, Creator and Founder of CosmicPop and Reiki Master about her journey in redefining spirituality and what it means to be successful.Along that journey, after many expressions of brands and businesses that were picked up and then put down when they no longer served their purpose - Eva found the lightness and joy she was seeking in a business and brand expression that connected her spirituality and natural desire to help people and incorporate intentionality into their daily lives - because that is exactly what she found for herself.Listen in as Eva opens up about the hardship that transformed everything after losing her father at the age of 27 and what steps she took along the way to rediscover herself, her soul and the light she wanted to experience and express in this lifetime.In this episode, you'll learn:How to reconnect with your authentic selfPermission to pivot, shift, and realign your business and creative vision as you evolveHealing your relationship with money and charging for your energy, creativity, and services with confidenceThe magic in building offerings and businesses based on intentionality, authenticity, and loveLinks:Get my FREE Clarity Checklist for heart-led women building what's next and find out if podcasting is your pathway forward!More from Eva Bautista-Fung:Find CosmicPop on Instagram: @shopcosmicpopEva Bautista-Fung on Instagram: @evabautistaMore episodes on this topic:Ep.193 - How To Create A Soul-Led Brand with Suzanne TulienEp.190 - Building Your Business From Connection with Jason MossEp.183 - the Secret To Starting OverThank you so much for listening! If you loved this episode, please consider becoming a follower on Apple Podcasts by clicking the plus + sign or become a subscriber on Spotify by clicking the “follow button” or wherever you enjoy listening to this podcast so you don't miss any new episodes!

Have you ever noticed that your field of vision narrows under stress? Spiritually speaking during seasons of suffering we're prone to lose perspective. And that's actually the time we desperately need it. Pastor John Randall will show us how to maintain perspective for seasons of suffering and how to navigate through trials today. Staying focused on Jesus, and our great salvation will help us make it through whatever may come our way. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29?v=20251111

Read OnlineThere was a woman afflicted with hemorrhages for twelve years. She had suffered greatly at the hands of many doctors and had spent all that she had. Yet she was not helped but only grew worse. She had heard about Jesus and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak. She said, “If I but touch his clothes, I shall be cured.” Immediately her flow of blood dried up. Mark 5:25–29According to Jewish law, the condition from which this woman suffered rendered her ritually unclean, which excluded her from both religious and social life, causing her to endure not only physical suffering but also psychological and emotional isolation (cf. Leviticus 15:25–27). This isolation, while difficult, reflected the Mosaic Law's intent to teach Israel about the holiness of God and the need for purification to approach Him.Her condition symbolically reflects the spiritual affliction of sin—an incurable state that separates humanity from God and others. By permitting her suffering, God prepared the way for His glory to be revealed through her healing. Her humble yet bold act of faith—reaching out to touch the cloak of Christ—teaches us to trust in God's power and mercy. Her suffering was permitted, not as punishment, but as an opportunity for God to manifest His saving power. Through her faith, she not only received physical healing, but also restoration to her community and a share in God's glory.This Gospel invites us to see ourselves in this woman. Spiritually speaking, her condition mirrors our state when burdened by sin, which causes an interior isolation and separates us from God's family. Sin ultimately leaves us dissatisfied and alienated. Like the woman's healing, our restoration requires a humble act of faith, reaching out to Christ in the sacraments, where His grace heals and restores us.Beyond sin, we all face various afflictions—physical, emotional, or relational—that can weigh us down. In these moments, it is natural to seek immediate relief. Yet this Gospel reminds us that God's plan for our lives often includes permitting suffering for a time to bring about a greater good. The woman's twelve years of affliction were not in vain; they became the means through which God revealed His glory and brought her into deeper communion with Him. Similarly, our sufferings—whether caused by sin, physical ailments, or rejection—are opportunities for God to manifest His saving power, if we approach Him with trust and humility.Believing these truths can indeed be difficult, especially when we are in the midst of suffering. In such moments, we must rely on the gift of supernatural hope, which is borne of grace and sustains us when human strength falters. Hope is rooted in the certitude of faith, and faith opens our hearts to truths that transcend the limitations of human reason (cf. Hebrews 11:1). This humble woman exemplifies both faith and hope in the face of suffering. Her unwavering belief in Jesus' power to heal not only inspired her to hope but also moved her to act. Her hope compelled her to reach out and touch His garment, trusting that even the slightest connection to Christ could bring her healing. By this simple yet profound act of faith, she received far more than physical healing—she encountered the transformative power of God's mercy and love, which restored her fully and brought her into deeper communion with Him. Reflect today on the example of this holy and humble woman. Her act of faith inspires us to approach Christ with humble confidence, especially in moments of suffering and need. Like her, we are called to humble ourselves, reach out to Jesus in prayer, and trust in His power to spiritually heal and restore. In the sacraments, particularly Reconciliation and the Eucharist, we touch the hem of Christ's garment and encounter the transformative power of His mercy. Pray for the grace to trust in God's providence, knowing that He lovingly permits even our trials to lead us to deeper communion with Him and to reveal His glory in our lives. My merciful Lord, You allow me to endure the effects of sin and the frailty of my fallen human nature, not as punishment, but as an invitation to deepen my faith and hope in You. In moments of affliction, grant me the grace to turn to You with trust, believing in Your power to transform all things into good and to reveal Your eternal glory. Jesus, I trust in You.Image via picrylSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

Today's guest is Britt Skinner — helps us unpack the dilemma of when you feel voiceless or afraid to really use your voice. This episode is packed with helpful practices right down to tips to enter His presence with purpose and meaning. Britt is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, and codependence. She helps clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect — all through a biblical lens — so they can go from overwhelmed to anchored in peace. Britt is all about making mental health practical, accessible, and full of compassion. You can find her on Instagram or through her website.Britt Skinner's resources: Click here for coping skills.For Britt's Devotional Five Day Journey Click hereDoors are still open to the Webinar for the Stuck No More Voices Academy with bonus 3 Steps to Start you podcast. Click here and get bonus before it's not available.Stuck No More Voice Webinar Click hereInstagram https://instagram.com/theresacroftFacebook https://Facebook.com/theresamcroftYouTube https://YouTube.com/@theresacroftMore Podcast Episodes on Apple and Spotify

DOWNLOAD KEYNOTE SLIDES Sermon Summary: “Delight: Learning to Trust God More” Pastor Bryan Hudson, D.Min. www.BryanHudson.com / www.NewCovenant.org This sermon introduces the spiritual theme of delight as both the 2026 vision emphasis and the foundation for a 21-day devotional journey through Psalm 37. Pastor Hudson teaches that delighting in the Lord is not passive emotion but an intentional, practiced orientation of life that results in deeper trust in God and fulfilled desires aligned with His will. Foundational Scriptures Psalm 37:3–5, Trust in the Lord, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. 5 Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.  Psalm 90:12 – “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” These texts frame the message by connecting trust, delight, wisdom, and stewardship of life. Numbering Our Days: Wisdom Through Awareness Psalm 90:12 teaches that life has limits, and those limits are a gift. Recognizing limitation brings clarity and focus, helping believers invest energy in what truly matters. Key insights: Limitation is not negative: It helps eliminate distractions and refocus purpose. Time is a stewardship: Time is non-renewable; once spent, it cannot be reclaimed. Wisdom values quality over quantity: As maturity grows, the goal shifts from “trying everything” to living intentionally. Awareness matters: Living “awake” to God's activity helps believers avoid taking people, opportunities, or blessings for granted. What Delight Really Means Delight is a simple word with profound spiritual significance. Delight reflects three things: Desire – what you want Disposition – your attitude and emotional posture Direction – where your life is headed Biblically, delight means to bend, incline, or shape. What a person delights in is what they are ultimately bent toward. Over time, delight forms character, priorities, and spiritual posture. If someone dislikes what they see in their desires or direction, God's grace allows for intentional change. The Power of Choice and Obedience God leads, but believers still choose. Personal power lies in decision-making aligned with God's will. Psalm 37 outlines repeated actions: Trust (in the Lord), Do (good), Dwell (in the land), Feed (on His faithfulness), Delight (yourself in the Lord), Commit (Your way to the Lord), Trust (in Him)  These are not one-time acts but repeated behaviors that train the heart. [WATCH VIDEO] Parable of Spiritual Formation: Learning Changes the Brain Using a scientific illustration of learning (neural pathways and muscle memory), Pastor Hudson explains that: Repetition creates pathways. Practice strengthens habits. What becomes “second nature” is the result of sustained discipline. Spiritually, obedience works the same way. Prayer, worship, generosity, faithfulness, and trust are learned behaviors that shape a believer's inner life over time. Christian growth is not transactional (“pray once and move on”) but relational and transformational. Delight Can Shape Us for Good—or Harm Just as hearts can be shaped toward God, they can also be trained toward foolishness. Proverbs 1:22, “How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? For scorners delight in their scorning, And fools hate knowledge. Culture often reinforces habits that produce spiritual immaturity.   The key question becomes: “How am I bent?” What a person practices repeatedly eventually defines their nature.   Do Not Glory in Gifts—Glory in Knowing God Jeremiah 9:23–24 warns against placing confidence in wisdom, strength, or wealth. Important truths: Blessings can become burdens if they replace trust in God. Success without spiritual grounding leads to misplaced confidence. True delight is found in understanding and knowing the Lord. Trusting God more requires trusting things less.   God Delights in His People David's testimony in 2 Samuel 22:19 shows that God delivered him because He delighted in him. Looking back over hardship reveals God's faithful support and deliverance into “broad places” of freedom. This echoes the old gospel lyric: “I look back and wonder how I got over.” God brings His people through—not because of perfection, but because of faithful relationship.   Seeking the Kingdom Is a Continual Practice Jesus taught that seeking the Kingdom is ongoing, not occasional. Delight requires consistent alignment, shaping believers so God can bless them without the blessing overwhelming them. Matthew 6:33, But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. God: Shapes before He gives, Trains before He entrusts, Aligns before He expands   Blessings are meant to be enjoyed and shared, not idolized. God's Pleasure Is to Give Luke 12:31, But seek [delight in] the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you. 32 “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure [delight] to give you the kingdom. There is: No begging No striving No manipulation When hearts are aligned, desires become pure, motives mature, and requests reflect God's will.   The Promise of Alignment Isaiah 58:14 declares that those who delight in the Lord will: Ride on the “high places” of God's purpose Walk in freedom Live unrestrained in God's will This is not about fame or excess, but about living fully in God's intended design. Conclusion Delight is learned. Trust is cultivated. Faithfulness forms pathways in the heart. As believers are trained, shaped, and bent toward God: Trust deepens Desires align Blessings become sustainable Life reflects God's purpose The prayer of the sermon: “Lord, train me, shape me, and bend me into a form that pleases You. I am learning to trust You more.”

Hebrews 4:16 - Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260129dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion The darkness is passing and the true light is already shining. Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness. Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light. 1 John 2:8-10 Walking in the Light Anyone who has spent too long cooped up in one place knows what cabin fever feels like. At first, it’s comfortable, safe, familiar, and predictable. But slowly, irritation creeps in. Small things start to bother us. Our patience shortens. Our perspective narrows. The walls begin to feel closer. What once felt like shelter starts to feel like confinement. Spiritually, cabin fever can happen, too. When people remain inward-focused and demonstrate by their attitudes and actions that they love themselves more than others, darkness closes in. Our hearts become disconnected from loving relationships with God and with others. That is what the apostle John addresses in our Bible reading when he says, “Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.” The best way to overcome cabin fever is to step out of your place of confinement, breathe in the fresh air again, and, best of all, go where the sun is shining. John reminds us that the true light is already shining. The Son of God, Jesus Christ, continues to shine the light of God’s mercy and forgiveness into our darkened hearts. The good news that Jesus died for our sins and rose from the dead in victory, enlightens our hearts to believe that God's love for us will overcome the darkness of evil. In the end, spiritual cabin fever fades when we remember that life in Christ was never meant to be lived in isolation or fear. His love replaces our impatience with peace. His Word and promise of life with him forever, replaces our weariness with renewed purpose—to love one another as Christ loved us. Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light. Where Christ-like love is practiced, the darkness lifts, the cabin fever fades, and life opens up again. Prayer: Gracious Savior, you are the true Light shining in the darkness. Drive hatred and bitterness from my heart. Fill me with your mercy so that my life reflects your love to others. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Feeling confused about temptation or sin? Discover the truth behind HaSatan and whether the devil really makes you do it.Before diving in, we recommend watching the full teaching first, If the Law Is Gone, What Is Lawless? | HaSatan (Did the Devil Make You Do It?)In the fitness world, afterburn refers to the extra oxygen your body consumes after intense exercise. The harder the workout, the more your body benefits afterward.Spiritually, the same happens after Rabbi Berkson's powerful weekly teachings. This Afterburn Q&A from HaSatan part 15 gives your mind and soul a chance to process, absorb, and grow—maximizing the impact of what you've learned.Afterburn | HaSatan (Did the Devil Make You Do It?) | Part 15Some of the topics covered are:• How is this love?• It's all in the book?• Personal development from the scriptures?• Evolution• No one is coming to rescue you• I need help with applying the Fruit of the Spirit• There will not be a list of Beth Shalom service providers • Scripture or inspired writings?• More personal development from 2 Peter• Are we to be a voice for the voiceless?• I am not a Zionist in this regard…• Politics can't fix anything• 2 Peter 3:9—The word “all” is uncomfortable for me• Why does Yahweh allow us to “torture” each other?• Do we choose to be untaught and unstable?Subscribe to be notified of new content each week.Learn more about MTOI:https://mtoi.orgThe MTOI App https://mtoi.org/download-the-mtoi-appFollow MTOI:https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwide https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@mtoi_worldwide Contact MTOI: 

Serious question. Why does my oven have a lasagna button? Are people out here crushing lasagna at such a high frequency that it earned its own dedicated setting? And more importantly… am I not eating enough lasagna?Then it hits me. I am officially out of passwords. Mentally. Spiritually. Emotionally. It's 2026 and we are still typing characters into tiny boxes like it's 2009. How is this still the system and why has no one saved us yet?And just when you think life couldn't get more dangerous, winter rolls around and suddenly we are propping open kitchen cabinets so pipes don't freeze. All good until you wake up half asleep at 3am, go to the bathroom, and absolutely wreck your chin on an open cabinet door.This episode is a rapid-fire rant about modern inconveniences, outdated systems, and the oddly specific things no one warned us about. Come for the lasagna button confusion. Stay for the password burnout and mild household injuries.

It is not the will of God that we be alone or that we go through life isolated from others. He has created the church to be our spiritual family. It's here that we find fellowship, encouragement, support, and accountability. It's also here that we are able to offer these same gifts to others.Main Points:1. Sometimes the reason for such isolation is the pain we have experienced in the church. Maybe we felt ignored, neglected, or forgotten. Perhaps someone made a mistake and said something that was hurtful. Rather than experience this pain again, we put up barriers and choose to not engage with others.2. But I want you to see this is exactly what Satan wants. He wants you to be isolated from others because if you do, you'll also miss the blessings that come from being in community with others. You'll miss the encouragement and the support. You'll miss the fulfillment that comes with deep friendships. Others will miss the investment you could have made in their lives.3. If you want to be blessed you have to step out of your comfort zone. To experience the richness of friendship and support, you have to show up. To be a blessing to others you have to engage, take initiative, and be committed.Today's Scripture Verses:Genesis 2:18 - “The Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone…”John 8:44 - “…for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”Philippians 2:4 -  “Look out for one another's interests not just your own.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Ever gotten up too quickly and felt a little light-headed . . . maybe lost your balance? When you lose your balance, it’s hard to walk a straight line. Spiritually, some believers let their lives get out of balance, and then have difficulty walking the straight and narrow path of faith. Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, some help from Pastor Greg Laurie on bringing our lives back into balance . . . back into harmony with God’s plan. It’s a prescription for healing what ails us spiritually. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever gotten up too quickly and felt a little light-headed . . . maybe lost your balance? When you lose your balance, it’s hard to walk a straight line. Spiritually, some believers let their lives get out of balance, and then have difficulty walking the straight and narrow path of faith. Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, some help from Pastor Greg Laurie on bringing our lives back into balance . . . back into harmony with God’s plan. It’s a prescription for healing what ails us spiritually. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the deepest wound you carry isn't about what happened to you—but about whether you ever felt truly held by life itself? In this powerful and intimate conversation, JJ is joined by a longtime soul sister, healer, and registered nurse who shares a deeply transformative experience that healed a lifelong sense of abandonment—not just from people, but from God, Source, and existence itself. After more than 25 years of personal growth, spiritual practice, and emotional work, she realized there was still an existential fracture beneath it all: a quiet belief that life was not fully safe, that love could be given endlessly but not fully received, and that stepping into her full calling might come at a devastating cost. What unfolded during a sacred, carefully held journey became a profound reclamation of safety, trust, and belonging—at the nervous-system and soul level. This episode is not about escapism or quick fixes. It's about: ·         How early experiences can fracture our sense of safety with life itself ·         Why control often masks a fear of annihilation or abandonment ·         What true surrender actually feels like in the body ·         Healing the relationship with Source beyond religion or belief systems ·         Learning to receive love after a lifetime of giving ·         Releasing the fear that being fully seen could destroy you ·         Embodiment, integration, and lasting nervous-system change JJ also speaks to the importance of integrity, preparation, emotional readiness, and sacred containment—emphasizing that this kind of work is not for everyone, not always, and never casual. At its core, this is a conversation about remembering who you are, restoring trust in life, and discovering that you were never alone—not for a single breath. If you've ever felt: ·         Like you don't fully belong here ·         Afraid to take up space or be fully visible ·         Deeply loving but unable to receive ·         Spiritually devoted yet quietly disconnected ·         Called to something more but scared of the cost This episode may speak directly to your heart. This is not an escape from life.It's an invitation into the truth of who you really are. http://Karinrose.love