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Send us Fan MailTruth didn't get weaker, but the pressure to treat it like a preference has never been louder. We sit with a hard question: why is it so difficult to stand for eternal truth in a culture that keeps insisting truth is negotiable? I walk through why objective truth matters, why “your truth” can quietly become a trap, and why aligning our lives to truth is the opposite of the modern message to adjust truth until it fits. From there, we talk about the real battle underneath the noise: identity. When you don't know who you are, you'll borrow your worth from trends, approval, or fear. I share why the restored gospel answers identity with clarity: you are a child of God with divine potential and eternal worth. We connect that foundation to discipleship in real life, especially when social pressure hits hard at school, online, or at work and you feel tempted to stay quiet just to belong. We also get practical about spiritual survival in a distracted age. The adversary does not always need to prove truth is false; sometimes he only needs to drown it out. That's why daily prayer, scripture study, worship, and stillness matter, because the still small voice is easiest to miss when life is always loud. Finally, I lay out four anchors to help you stand firm through modern storms: daily personal revelation, covenants, holy places, and Jesus Christ as the true foundation. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a friend who feels stretched by today's culture, and leave a review so more people can find it. What's one “anchor” you want to strengthen this week?Support the showYou can reach me anytime at email: tandrewsen.monat@gmail.comInstagram @toddtalks_ig

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Littleton (Denver), Colorado. He was ordained in May of 2021. Click here for more information on Bosco Ministries.  In Today's Show: Recently married, and I've felt like I'm not doing enough to lead spiritually. I don't want to start bad spiritual habits with my spouse. What do you see that new husbands do wrong, and what do you wish more of them knew/did?   Can a priest be tempted by a confession? For example, if the penitent goes into detail about their sins of drunkenness or lust, could this become a near occasion of sin for the priest?   Why do you think Protestants get angry when we speak about loving our Holy Mother Mary? I was a Protestant and never felt angry. How can we be angry when she is Jesus's Mom and said yes to God's call for her life?   Could you clarify how to properly make a spiritual communion?   Could you clarify whether we should attend the Saturday anticipated Mass or not?   I like to receive communion on the tongue, but last Sunday a Minister wanted me to take the Host in my hands. I refused, and she told me they are not supposed to do that anymore. Is it still allowed in the Catholic Church?   What is the proper integration of fitness with faith?   ​​If God's ultimate desire is reconciliation, what do you think is the deepest reason He allows so much suffering that seems to drive people away from Him rather than toward Him? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

As schedules shift and summer routines take over, it's easy for our spiritual lives to drift into autopilot. In this episode, Whitney and Scott sit down with pastor Daniel Moore to explore what it means to intentionally lead yourself spiritually. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Daniel shares four practices that have shaped his own walk with Christ: communing with God through his Word, recognizing areas of self-deception, using our gifts to build up the church, and living with an eternal perspective as we anticipate Christ's return.If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at: https://grace.sc/resources/podcasts/podcast/

EPHESIANS – WEEK 5 Pastor: Daniel BunnSeries: Ephesians

Lets talk about a part in John 5, where Jesus says He does only what He sees the Father doing and seeks not His own will but the Father's. I think many of us wonder why we feel stuck spiritually, yet rarely stop to examine what is actually shaping our decisions. So in this episode, we're reflecting on three questions:• What is driving your decision-making on a daily basis: God's leading, fear, obligation, ambition, or something else?• Has the way you've structured your life over the last six weeks or six months led you toward Christlike character or away from it?• What practical steps can you take to become more aware of God's presence and seek His will in your everyday life?Connect with me on:

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr have been discussing a book called “Whosoever Will”. This book is a critique of Calvinism. Today they will […]

Praying in tongues is a powerful gift that strengthens and edifies the believer. In this practical and encouraging message, Pastor Corey Erman outlines five ways praying in the Spirit builds your faith, sharpens your spiritual sensitivity, and helps you grow stronger in your walk with God. Learn how this supernatural prayer language equips you for victorious Christian living. “But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit.” - Jude 1:20To support this ministry and help us reach the nations with revival visit RiverWPB.com or text GIVE and any amount to (855) 968-3708.

Spiritually speaking are we somehow connected to turtles? Are they endlessly sharing messages and we've chosen to look a different way?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Lester Holland Ministries was birthed out of Love for the people and a commitment to bring people the Word of God. Vision of LHM Teaching God's message of faith and dominion to all the earth and His Word to the ends of the world. Teaching believers who they are in Christ Jesus, taking them from the milk of the Word to the meat of the Word. (Romans 10:18; Hebrews 5:12)  If this message has blessed your life, and if the Lord is leading you to support our ministry, please visit our website to give through payfast, a secure payment gateway. https://www.lesterhollandministries.org/ Follow Lester Holland Ministries on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesterhollandministries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lesterhollandofficial Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lesterhollandministries?_t=ZS-90yt5q8Eafw&_r=1

Read Online“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves…” Matthew 11:28–29The words gentle and power do not often appear side by side. Yet when we contemplate the Sacred Heart of Jesus, these two seemingly opposite qualities unite perfectly within the divine mystery of Christ's love.In Year B of the liturgical cycle, we read from John's Gospel the scene in which a soldier pierces our Lord's Sacred Heart with a lance—“and immediately blood and water flowed out” (John 19:34). Today, in Year A, we hear a different but complementary revelation. In Matthew's Gospel, Jesus opens His Heart to us not by the soldier's lance but by His own words: “Come to me…” Spiritually speaking, we are invited to enter into His Heart—the same Heart that will be pierced for us, from which mercy will flow like a river of grace.These tender, gentle, and powerful words are far more than a compassionate summons to draw near. They are a divine invitation to union—to rest in Him, to dwell in Him, and most profoundly, to live within His Sacred Heart. This Heart is not only a place of refuge, but a furnace of transforming love and strength.To enter the Sacred Heart of Jesus is to enter the very center of God's love—a love that is meek and humble, yet also all-powerful and eternal. In this Heart, we do not find a throne of earthly power, but the throne of divine mercy. We find not a king who rules with coercion, but the King of kings who governs through self-sacrifice and compassion. The One who holds the universe in existence invites us into rest, not by removing our burdens, but by sharing them and sanctifying them through His love.When Jesus says, “Take my yoke upon you,” He does not mean we will escape from life's labors but that those labors will be transformed by, with, and in Him. The yoke binds us to Him. He does not place it on us from without; rather, He invites us to share in His own yoke—to labor with Him, walk with Him, and suffer with Him. In so doing, we discover that His way is one of deep interior rest and peace. Why? Because His yoke is forged in love. His burden is light because it is borne together with grace. The Sacred Heart is more than an object of admiration and devotion; it is a dwelling place for all who seek refuge, strength, and divine union. To rest in the Sacred Heart is to surrender our illusions of self-sufficiency, to cast our anxieties upon Him, and to entrust ourselves entirely to His providential will. It is to let go of striving alone and to begin walking in step with the One who is Himself the Way, the Truth, and the Life. When we live in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we live in union with Him, and He begins to act in and through us. Most importantly, we are drawn into His own prayer to the Father—the prayer He offered just before extending His invitation: “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth…” and “All things have been handed over to me by my Father” (Matthew 11:25, 27). In Jesus, we give praise to the Father and hallow His name—His very essence—fulfilling the first petition of the Lord's Prayer: “Hallowed be Thy name.” And in Christ, as those who dwell within His Sacred Heart, we can truly say that all things have also been handed over to us: the fullness of divine sonship, the inheritance of the Kingdom, and the joy of sharing in His mission of mercy. Nothing could be more glorious than this. On our part, we simply need to heed His gentle and powerful command: “Come to me…” Reflect today on the invitation Jesus offers you. What burdens do you carry that He wants to bear with you? What anxieties must be surrendered into the furnace of His love? What would it mean for you to live in His Heart, and allow Him to live in yours? Come to Him, do not hesitate, and your burdens will be transformed by grace. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I trust in You, love You, and adore You. Transform my understanding of today's solemnity into something far greater than mere devotion—make it a way of life. I say “Yes” to Your invitation, dear Lord, and I come to You without hesitation. Enfold me in Your merciful Heart and teach me to live in union with You each day. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Sacred Heart of Jesus, altarpiece in the Holy Trinity Parish Church in Klenovnik, Croatia Source: 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.

In this episode, we share a special interview of Dave Wiedis on what it means to be a spiritually healthy leader. This episode was aired on the "Fueled Pastoral Resilience" podcast hosted by Pastor Raphael Mnkandhla. The Spiritually Healthy Leader: Finding Freedom from Self-SabotageFueled Pastoral Resilience podcast 

Are you constantly busy but spiritually dry?In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Steve Snyder joins Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson to discuss how modern culture's obsession with productivity can quietly become an idol. While efficiency can be useful, believers must guard against measuring their worth by accomplishment, performance, or public recognition.The conversation explores the dangers of burnout, misplaced priorities, ministry-driven busyness, and the subtle ways the worries of life can choke spiritual growth. Most importantly, the hosts point listeners back to the believer's primary calling: worshiping Christ and seeking His kingdom first.Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.Follow on InstagramFollow on FacebookFollow on YouTubeFollow on TwitterFollow on ThreadsVisit https://ihcc.org

RESOURCES:Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.comTake the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.comPray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.comTo learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.comThis ministry is entirely listener-supported. To partner with us, visit https://fiercemarriage.com/partner Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkyO4yVeRdODrpsyXLhEr7w to subscribe and watch. We hope to see you there!

Is your house clean - not just physically, but spiritually? In this powerful Bible teaching, we uncover what it truly means to consecrate your home and keep it set apart for God's glory. Using the stories of Moses and John the Baptist, we see what happens when discouragement causes us to strike at our Deliverer - and how God still moves in the midst of our mess. Jesus' message to John in prison and to us remains the same: He may not be removing you from your situation, but He is working IN it. Today's message will teach you how to: 1. Anoint your home and pray angel protection over every door and window 2. Walk in sanctification and discernment: you are chosen by God 3. Make your home a house of prayer, joy, and life-giving conversation 4. Develop christian habits that honour God in your household 5. Live in gratitude: you are not a foreigner, not an orphan “As for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” Joshua 24:15 Your home is not just a building. It is a sanctuary. It's time to live like it! #gebhardtberndt #empowerchurch #bible #holyspirit #protection #discernment #christian #habits #family #chosenones #bibleteaching #household

Most of us have a complicated relationship with dating apps — we use them, but we rarely love them. In this episode, we explore why that friction exists and what it reveals about us.The real issue isn't the technology. Dating apps simply expose our deeply human tendencies: judging by appearances, chasing the best deal, and projecting our desires onto others. But what if the most powerful matching technology you have isn't in your phone — it's in your consciousness?When you develop genuine discernment through inner work, you can read people more clearly in any context — not just on apps. You stop being fooled by flashy profiles or polished presentations, and you start sensing energetic alignment instead.We also unpack the difference between limerence (the intoxicating feeling of falling in love) and true resonance — feeling like a more expansive version of yourself around someone. And we explore what it means to be the source of your own love, so that no matter how a relationship unfolds, your sense of wholeness stays intact.Send us a text message. We'd love to hear from you!

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Most people think spiritual growth is about learning more. These dreams reveal something deeper. In this episode of the Dream Interpretation Podcast, Michael and Sandy explore a collection of short but powerful dreams that all point toward the same message: Spiritually gifted people often sabotage themselves by giving away credit, shrinking their gifts, and staying hidden. You'll discover: What a flying dream reveals about embodying spiritual knowledge instead of just understanding it intellectually How an Aisling School banquet dream exposed a hidden gift for seeing when people need help Why seals, mailboxes, and red-and-white hats point toward confidence in channeling The surprising reason some healers never receive the energetic rewards of the work they do How over-protection can quietly block spiritual growth If you've ever struggled to trust your gifts, acknowledge your contribution, or step fully into your spiritual role, these dream interpretations offer a powerful roadmap forward. Dreams are not random. They're showing you exactly where your next breakthrough is waiting. Chapters 00:00 - The Hidden Habit That Steals Your Spiritual Power 01:11 - Mentorship, Dream Dictionary App & Community Resources 02:54 - Flying by the Beach: Moving Spiritual Knowledge Into Embodiment 05:27 - Why Understanding Isn't the Same as Living It 07:28 - When Your Partner Doesn't Follow Your Spiritual Growth 07:56 - The Problem With Moving Too Fast Spiritually 10:29 - From Ponds to Oceans: Partial vs Full Embodiment 11:00 - Aisling School Banquet: Seeing What Others Miss 12:48 - The Umbrella: Hidden Self-Protection Patterns 14:36 - The Gift of Seeing Who Is Lost 15:39 - Why Your Sensitivity Is Actually a Spiritual Strength 16:46 - Helping Others Without Taking Responsibility for Their Journey 18:36 - Copper Cups, Crystals & Feminine Energy 19:38 - The Dangerous Habit of Giving Away Credit 20:56 - Why Spiritual Work Must Pay You Back Too 22:12 - The Purple Scarf: Holding Back Your Voice 24:11 - Seals With Hats: Confidence in Your Channeling Gifts 25:47 - Why Red and White Are Powerful Dream Symbols 26:17 - Seal Care: Overprotecting Your Spiritual Gifts 27:25 - The Cycle of Pushing Too Hard Then Retreating 28:20 - Stop Playing Small: Trust the Gifts You Already Have   Get Our Free App with Dictionary & Journal iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aisling-dreams/id6753309760      Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dream_analysis.aisling_dreams      Check out our courses https://www.dream-analysis.com/courses/     Talk to Sandy about our courses https://bookings.theaislingschool.com/sandy/got-questions  

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In a world filled with endless sermons, podcasts, YouTube channels, audiobooks, devotionals, and Christian content, an important question emerges: Are believers growing spiritually—or simply consuming more information?In this episode, the team explores the difference between biblical knowledge and genuine transformation. They discuss how Christians today have unprecedented access to teaching from trusted voices, yet many still struggle with obedience, discipleship, and spiritual maturity. Is it possible to know a great deal about God without becoming more like Him?Join us as we examine the dangers of mistaking content consumption for spiritual growth, the importance of personal Bible study, and why true discipleship requires more than learning facts. If you've ever wondered whether your faith is moving from your head to your heart, this conversation is for you.Clarity in chaos. Bringing hope to a chaotic world.patreon.com/TheTruthResponsehttps://linktr.ee/thetruthresponsehttps://www.instagram.com/thetruthresponse/https://www.facebook.com/thetruthresponsehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-response/id1504362531https://open.spotify.com/show/6Kpkgsy7I7zVuv5UyiRACu?si=BqwQH988RW2DpLbYg5BnSA Derek's Recommendations & InfluencesApologists / SpeakersFrank Turek — Derek's top recommendation and biggest influence in apologetics. He repeatedly praises Turek's ability to answer difficult questions with kindness and clarity.Wes Huff — Derek's second favorite apologist and one he sees as addressing modern questions effectively.BooksI Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist — Specifically recommended by Derek as an impactful apologetics book.Case for Christ — Mentioned positively by Derek as a worthwhile read.Podcasts / ContentNinjas are Butterflies (mentioned as "Christian-adjacent" content Derek enjoys).ShowsThe Chosen — Discussed positively as a show they want to watch/catch up on.House of David — Derek specifically praised the portrayal of Samuel.Matt's Recommendations & InfluencesBible Teachers / PastorsSkip Heitzig — Matt's #1 influence and strongest recommendation. He calls him one of the greatest Bible teachers of their generation.John MacArthur — Highly praised; Matt owns and uses his New Testament commentary set.Charles Stanley — Long-time influence.Alistair Begg — One of Matt's favorites for more than 20 years.Rick Warren — Mentioned as someone Matt has listened to.Josh Howerton — Matt specifically enjoyed his teaching on denominations.Craig Groeschel — Mentioned as someone Matt listens to.ApologistsRavi Zacharias — Matt praised his teaching while acknowledging the issues surrounding his legacy.Lee Strobel — Recommended positively.J. Warner Wallace — Recommended for people seeking evidence and information.Gary Habermas — Mentioned positively among the "old school" apologists.BooksThe Screwtape Letters — Matt highly enjoyed the audiobook version.Seeing the Supernatural — Matt said it was really good and he enjoyed it very much.Historical Christian InfluencesCharles Spurgeon — Praised by Matt as "really great."Billy Graham — Mentioned as one of the greatest evangelists and part of a positive illustration.ShowsHouse of David — Matt generally liked it, though he had some criticisms.Dave's Recommendations & InfluencesAuthors / SpeakersSteve Harvey — Dave said he was surprisingly impressed by Harvey's wisdom and ability to make ideas digestible.BooksThe 5 Levels of Leadership — Dave had recently completed it and referenced it positively.Never Split the Difference — Dave called it a "phenomenal book" and used it to illustrate a point about communication.ShowsPromised Land — Dave brought it up and described a scene he enjoyed.

Marygrace Sorensen Join us this Sunday morning, May 10th , as Rev. Marygrace Sidovar Sorensen returns to central Texas from California to share with as we celebrate Mother's Day. Whether this day just is another retailer's holiday to you or you had a wonderful mother we will explore the deeper meanings of mother, the divine feminine within which nurtures, and view this day through a different lens. We'll discover how Mother's Day came to be and what the day's ‘mother' came to think of the holiday she had championed. We will also look at what it means to us Spiritually and how we can honor the Divine Feminine within everyone.

The Key to Staying Spiritually Alive - From Death to Life

Pastor Chris Waldvogel  ~  2nd Sunday after Pentecost   Old Testament:  Hosea 5:15- 6:6 Epistle:  Romans 4:13-25 Gospel:  Matthew 9:9-13 The post June 7, 2026 ~ “Calling All Spiritually Sick People!” ~ Matthew 9:9-13 appeared first on Beautiful Savior Fargo.

Today's podcast answers a question from someone who has been going through somatic experiencing therapy. They are concerned that it is not rooted in the Orthodox Faith and does not overtly guide on Orthodox principles. What this type of therapy is and whether it is safe or not are discussed.

What happens when life feels so busy that your relationship with God, your health, and even your sense of peace start feeling inconsistent too? In this episode, we sit down with Susan Ro — wife, mom of four, host of Leadership for Busy Working Moms, and creator of the Aligned Leadership Method — to talk about consistency with God during busy, overwhelming seasons of life. We talk about identity in Christ, staying anchored in God's word, protecting your mind from negativity and social media overload, and how your thoughts, habits, and the way you speak to yourself begin to change when your relationship with Him grows. We also dive into consistency with health and fitness, burnout, motherhood, surrendering control, and learning how to care for yourself in a way that honors God instead of constantly striving for perfection. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of starting over, this conversation will remind you that true peace and consistency start by staying close to Him. Leadership For Busy Working Moms Podcast Susan's website  Susan's community facebook group  ************************************* ✨Next Steps:  Get personalized support to help you reach your goals without the overwhelm.

Coming off the heals of the latest "Emmaus Retreat," Fr. Augustine shares how he converted through this retreat years ago when he was barely showing up to Church. Now he leads them. That part is strong on its own. But what we really got into is what happens after a retreat for most people. You come home on fire, then real life shows up. The feeling starts to fade. Your family looks at you like they don't quite recognize you. And you catch yourself wondering how much of it was even real once you're back in your normal routine. We talked about the honest parts that usually don't get said out loud. Why chasing the good feeling can actually pull you in the wrong direction. What it costs when you try to go back to your old life after something real happened inside you. And whether you even have to be “ready” before you sign up for a retreat in the first place. If you've ever left a retreat or any kind of spiritual experience feeling close to God and then watched it slip away once you got home, you'll probably recognize a lot of what we said. For the young Chaldean Catholic adults in our diocese, the youth convention is coming up: https://spyouthconvention.org Featuring: Fr. Simon Esshaki, Fr. Augustine Joseph, Fr. Christoper Somo, Fr. Fadi Auro ––– 00:00 Back from Emmaus 03:16 Emmaus Passage Walkthrough 08:48 Why Retreats Matter 13:03 Retreat Versus Vacation 18:51 After The Spiritual High 23:07 Consolation And Desolation 34:16 Am I Ready For a Retreat 40:53 Perpetual Conversion 47:07 Youth Convention Preview 49:16 Burrito "Draft Day" & Kanafa 53:22 Leo Elects First Female Prefect –––  

Alternate nostril breathing or Nadi Shodhana is breathing technique from yoga that promotes relaxation, clarity, and stress relief. It involves inhaling and exhaling through one nostril at a time, alternating sides, and can benefit the cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems. It aids in lowering blood pressure, improving heart rate variability, enhancing lung function, and activating the parasympathetic nervous system. Mentally, it calms the mind, reduces anxiety, and improves focus. Spiritually, it balances the body's energy channels (nadis), promoting deep states of consciousness and transformation. Practiced correctly, it can lead to a calmer, clearer mind and better sleep.Sound mixing by the fabulous Eric Fischer.Support the showHost: Tess CallahanSubstack: Writers at the WellInterview Podcast: Writers at the WellMeditations on Insight TimerMeditations on YouTubeTess's novels: https://tesscallahan.com/Music (unless otherwise noted above): Christopher Lloyd ClarkAudio Editing: Eric FischerBy tapping "like" and "follow" you help others find the show. Thank you for listening!DISCLAIMER: Meditation is not a substitute for professional psychological or medical healthcare or therapy. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to this recording. Use the material provided at your own risk. Do not drive or operate dangerous equipment while listening. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.

What sustains faith when prayer feels flat and God seems distant—and there's no clear tragedy to explain it? Anglican priest and former New York Times columnist Tish Harrison Warren joins Macie Bridge to talk about weariness, burnout, and the quiet middle stretches of a long spiritual life. Drawing on her new book What Grows in Weary Lands, she turns to the Desert Fathers and Mothers for a resilience that resists both flaming out and numbing out. "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." In this episode with Macie Bridge, Warren reflects on her own season of spiritual aridity and the ancient counsel to stay in your cell rather than escape. Together they discuss the difference between burnout and weariness, acedia and the noonday demon, perseverance, silence as countercultural practice, and the world as a womb. They explore why escape rarely heals and what it means to trust the slow work of God. Episode Highlights "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." "We're not having to hold our life together in the midst of weariness with will power and duct tape." "We kind of bring Times Square with us wherever we go now." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." About Tish Harrison Warren Tish Harrison Warren is a writer and an Anglican priest. She is the author of Liturgy of the Ordinary, named Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won both Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times on faith in public and private life and was a columnist for Christianity Today; her essays have appeared in Comment, The Point, and Religion News Service. She currently serves as the C. S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence at Baylor's Truett Seminary, is a senior fellow with The Trinity Forum, and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. (Source: tishharrisonwarren.com) Learn more and follow at tishharrisonwarren.com, Instagram @tishharrisonwarren, and X @Tish_H_Warren. Helpful Links and Resources What Grows in Weary Lands (newest book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/whatgrowsinwearylands Liturgy of the Ordinary (most popular book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/liturgy-of-the-ordinary Curt Thompson, referenced on the brain and community: https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/ Show Notes Writing from the middle of the process Weariness vs. burnout—bigger than the occupational "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." Two years at The New York Times—top of a career, bone-tired Spiritually tinged exhaustion, distinct from depression Comprehensive difficulty—work, marriage, church, politics, drama Post-COVID burnout talk; why the church rarely names this Craving emotional highs in contemporary Christian faith We lack stories of long, steady faith "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." Discovering the Desert Fathers and Mothers Acedia, the noonday demon—sloth, boredom, irritation, doubt Flame out, numb out, or go deep The cell as guiding metaphor—a rhythm of prayer and work "Stay in your cell"—counsel of St. Moses and Arsenius Resisting the lie that escape elsewhere brings contentment "The cell is actually this transformative place." Curt Thompson: the brain isn't made to do hard things alone A desert mother's maternal metaphor—the world as a womb "What is happening right now matters"—hope without escapism Grace: "we're not having to hold our life together... with will power and duct tape." "Part of our weariness is it is too noisy. The world is too noisy." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." Trusting the slow work of God #TishHarrisonWarren #WhatGrowsInWearyLands #ChristianResilience #Burnout #DesertFathers #SpiritualFormation #Weariness #Acedia #Hope #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld Production Notes This podcast featured Tish Harrison Warren Interview by Macie Bridge Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. Robert Lewis joined us to explain why discipleship moves beyond an audience mentality and into real investment, equipping believers to lead, grow, and call others up in Christ. Dr. Lewis is a pastor, founding partner of Better Man, and author of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight.” Dr. Hormoz Sharia joined us with an update on Iran, sharing how believers are suffering, and how Christ is bringing hope even in deep grief. Dr. Shariat is the Founder and President of Iran Alive Ministries (IAM), which uses satellite broadcasting and the internet to share the gospel with Iranians. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. Robert Lewis [ 27:16 ]Dr. Hormoz Sharia [ 41:06 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're kicking off a brand-new summer series today! All month long, we'll be talking about how to make the most of the new rhythm summer brings to your home. In this episode, we're talking about simple, practical ways moms can grow spiritually alongside their kids. We hope this conversation encourages you that you don't have to do this perfectly to take meaningful steps of growth toward Jesus together as a family.Episode Recap:Whether you look forward to summer or dread it, try to enjoy it! (2:00)You do not have to entertain your child all summer long (4:14)Which kind of summer mom are you? (7:15)You want your kids to see Jesus shining through you to your kids (11:35)Let your kids see your real struggles (appropriately) (14:00)Pray BIG with your kids (17:00)Walk your kids through unanswered prayers when you are praying together (20:31)Model humility and repentance (22:00)What does this look like at different ages? (25:30)Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7(NIV) “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”Discussion Questions: Which part of this conversation felt most challenging to you: praying big, modeling repentance, letting your kids see your struggles, or something else?Which one of these do you feel like you're already doing? How can you create small, intentional spiritual rhythms in your home this summer without putting pressure on yourself to “do it perfectly”?What is one practical step you could take this week to help your kids see authentic faith lived out in everyday life?Resources:Pick up a copy of Karen's devotional to read this summerRegister for the SOAR Conference today. Snag How to Teach Your Kids the Bible and work through it with your kids this summer! Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily answer listener questions about kids pushing back against going to church and asking big questions about God. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

It's the start of summer, and it's time to discuss the future of the podcast. What started as a simple update turned into a vibrant conversation between cohosts. If you're invested in the show, you'll want to tune into this for some updates.

Many Christians spend years accumulating knowledge while remaining spiritually stuck. Why? Because information alone doesn't transform lives. In this powerful episode, Pastor Ken Senchal examines Paul's prayer in Ephesians and reveals how spiritual wisdom and insight help believers move beyond knowledge into true transformation. You'll discover: • The difference between knowing about God and walking with God • The five stages of spiritual growth • Why spiritual maturity requires intentionality • How to overcome offense, pride, selfishness, and inconsistency • Why God's plan has always been multiplication, not accumulation If you've ever wondered where you are in your spiritual journey—or how to move forward—this message provides a practical roadmap for becoming the disciple Jesus has called you to be. Remember: "The measure of spiritual maturity isn't just what you know—it's who you're investing in." Subscribe, share, and join us as we pursue life-changing faith together.

A TEACHING ON HOW TO GROW OUR SPIRITUAL STRENGTH....BE BLESSED

Katia Bolotin is a Torah educator, speaker, and author, based in Israel. Her thought-provoking articles and audio talks highlight the enduring relevance of Torah in our ever-changing world. Katia's focus on personal growth harmonizes with the Torah's wisdom of how to best cultivate and maintain that growth. Katia is also a pianist, songwriter, and composer of contemporary classical music. Her original musical compositions can be streamed at Katia Bolotin on SoundCloud. Katia released an insightful book called Timeless Torah Wisdom: Making It Relevant For Our Ever-Changing World that is the subject of this interview. Katia teaches us about the importance of spiritual wealth. While many of us chase monetary wealth, a perfect body, and relationships, Katia helps us understand that those things are only the MEANS to and END. The marriage, the flat stomach, the gorgeous house, and everything else that we want are not the end in itself. Katia shows us how to see beyond the superficial qualities of someone or something that we love and look beyond it to see that it was Hashem who created it for us. She gives us a great exercise to teach us how to see Hashem as the Source of everything, and how to internalize that realization. Katia discusses the importance of seeing every obstacle and challenge in our lives at a set up, and not as a set back. She teaches us to apply Torah wisdom to changing our perspective on any challenge, and thereby using Torah to help us OVERCOME our challenges. "When you change the way you see things, the things that you see change."In this poignant conversation, we learn how to go from being a victim to being a victor, just like Joseph did when he found himself thrown into a pit by his brothers. If he thought of himself as being left in a pit to die, he would have drowned in his victimhood. Instead, he looked at himself as being sent into the pit for a higher purpose, which later revealed itself when he became a leader in Egypt, and saved the people (including his own family) from famine. We are all put into this world to achieve our own unique purpose--NOBODY else can do it for us. We may look or dress the same, but our intentions are different; our life experiences are different, and because of that, the way we approach people and situations is different. It is that very difference that helps us carry out our mission.Throughout or conversation, Katia shared beautiful nuggets of knowledge on how to use ancient Torah wisdom to navigate the challenges we face in life today.Katia's Book: Timeless Torah Wisdom: Making It Relevant For An Ever-Changing World, can be purchased on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Making-Relevant-Timeless-Torah-wisdom/dp/B0FRSWS2B2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=P8LUA7J5YRT9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pLUw-JJXdgp3xgp_b94jM1HQZa-Ja40W1gMI2Dzrh5PSNiHuwjNeUWAMS-S7yR7poFdbcIrdax3Dw5usrzdhwvQeecJMS0_MdQPKMOsAGOzNH82GA9UaF8krLVJg9wsb4YTsjO6uahoDQw9DEC2s4dx2tQHenUkKe-ZabnISkUllnLHBB5IpJLCQN__m_DeEuyG-sNnkgZ_-9u8wFjzYOu30DlZXJm3O27CNiMMekJs.o3HzKgHQGThEiSOESCXHa15oXXy_Q7hYiJoq_FJkM5I&dib_tag=se&keywords=katia+bolotin&qid=1780415287&sprefix=katia+bol%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-1If you would like to rediscover who you are on a soul level and unlock a life of self-worth and authenticity, click the link to book a free discovery call with Vera Kessler:https://innerlifecoachingwithvera.com/Contact email: atrebbetzins@gmail.com

May 31, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on Nehemiah 8 and "How to Spot a Spiritually Strong Person." What does it look like when we are walking in the ways of the Lord? Through this message you will find practical ways to take joy in what the Lord has given you and be a blessing to those around you.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

What if worship isn't just about the songs we sing on Sunday mornings, but about the very foundation we build our lives upon? This exploration of Psalm 1 challenges us to reconsider everything we thought we knew about intimacy with God. The opening psalm doesn't begin with celebration or instruments—it begins with roots. We're invited to see that worship is not an event we attend or a song we sing, but the life we build day by day. The psalm presents a stark contrast: we're either like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding fruit in season with leaves that don't wither, or we're like chaff that the wind blows away. The difference isn't in our outward religious activity, but in where we've let our roots go down. Are we rooted in God's presence, delighting in His word and meditating on it day and night? Or have we let our roots go down into success, comfort, approval, or other things that cannot carry the weight of our souls? The progression in verse one is sobering—first we walk with ungodly counsel, then we stand in ungodly patterns, and finally we sit in ungodly identity. Drift happens slowly, and what may not feel significant in the short term will completely reroute us from God's blessings over time. The invitation is clear: intimacy with God begins when He stops being a religious obligation and becomes the desire of our hearts.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrate Church is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected!Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

Throughout the New Testament, we see a church that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and strengthened through the ministry of spiritual gifts. These gifts were never intended to be confusing, divisive, or pushed to the margins of church life. They were given by God to build up His people, reveal Jesus, and help the church fulfill its mission in the world. This weekend, we'll explore what it means to be a spiritually-gifted church, the vision God has for His people, and why this matters for Northwest Church. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-11 Series: Stand Alone Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663 Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org "On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made."

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says GPS-related navigation errors lead to over 200,000 car accidents annually in the U.S. alone. Many drivers blindly followed GPS instructions right straight into trouble. Spiritually speaking, that’s what happens when we listen to the Devil. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out, our adversary’s temptations sound appealing, but they’re deadly. Let’s recalculate our route. The Harvest Crusade is coming to Angel Stadium on July 11! Stay updated on all important event details. — 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.

The memorial for Daystar co-founder Joni Lamb was intended to honor her life and legacy. Instead, Jentezen Franklin used the platform for a passive-aggressive public rebuke of Jonathan and Suzy Lamb that many viewed as a form of spiritual abuse.