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What if one of the biggest obstacles to your prayer life isn't finding the right words, but holding onto unforgiveness? In this message, we explore Jesus' surprising connection between forgiveness and effective prayer. Through powerful stories, biblical teaching, and practical insight, we're challenged to examine the hidden "clogs" in our hearts that can keep us from experiencing the fullness of God's presence. Whether the wounds are small frustrations or deep betrayals, Jesus invites us into the difficult but freeing journey of forgiveness, trusting Him to do what we cannot do on our own.---Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:45AM.Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decidedStay Connected!Website: http://localchurchgr.orgFacebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrInstagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! https://localchurchgr.org/care

Jesus Followers Can Personally Talk to God, the Universe's Creator, About Issues Like His Will for You; but Do You? MESSAGE SUMMARY: As a Jesus Follower, you have a personal relationship with God, the Creator of the Universe; and you can talk to God like you talk to your father. Remember God loves you. Imagine climbing up into His lap and imagine Him wrapping His arms around you – He is God your loving father. As God tells you in 2 Samuel 7:14-15: “I will be to him a father, and he shall be to me a son. When he commits iniquity, I will discipline him with the rod of men, with the stripes of the sons of men, but my steadfast love will not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I put away from before you.". You need to start talking to Him as the best dad there could ever be. Talk to God, regularly, about your life; your concerns; and your needs. You need to ask Him for His counsel, and you need to ask Him questions regarding His will for your life.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, may the pains I experience in life kill the things that need to die in me — arrogance, pride, and indifference to others. Help me, daily, to see my frailty and how dependent I am on you, the Master of the Universe. In Jesus' name, amen.  Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 72). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will proclaim Him. (Philippians 1:15f). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans 1:7; Matthew 6:7-15; 2 Corinthians 6:18; Psalms 12:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Our Awesome God -- Part 2: Trinity; Our Father”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

What if your confidence in prayer isn't supposed to come from how well you pray, but from who is listening? This message explores Jesus' teaching on prayer in Luke 11, revealing that prayer is not about performance, perfect words, or spiritual eloquence—it's about trusting the character of a loving and honorable Father. Through powerful stories, cultural insights, and Jesus' own words, we're reminded that God hears us not because we've earned His attention, but because He delights in His children. If you've ever wondered whether you're praying "the right way," this message offers a refreshing invitation to rest in God's goodness and draw near to Him as your Abba, Father.---Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:45AM.Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decidedStay Connected!Website: http://localchurchgr.orgFacebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrInstagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! https://localchurchgr.org/care

This Sunday, Sarah walks through Mark 1 and shows how Jesus moved toward people in need. He healed, restored, and made space for fresh encounters. Through the beginning of Jesus' ministry, we're reminded that prayer is deeply connected to relationship, trust, and learning to recognize who Jesus is. Sarah's message invites us to see what Scripture teaches about both Jesus and our connection to Him through prayer. If you've ever wanted to grow in prayer or better understand how Jesus meets people, this message will encourage you. __Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9 & 10:45AM (EST).Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided=============Stay Connected!=============Website: http://localchurchgr.orgLocal Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrLocal Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

What do we do with the gap between what Jesus says about prayer and what we actually experience? This week we kicked off our Help Me Pray series by looking at Jesus' bold invitation to pray with faith, even when prayers seem unanswered or life feels disappointing. Through stories of Peter, James, and real-life heartbreak, we wrestled with the tension of trusting God when miracles don't come the way we hope. Rather than settling for safe prayers, we were challenged to anchor our faith in God Himself and courageously bring Him our risky, honest prayers. What might Jesus be praying for you right now?__Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9 & 10:45AM (EST).Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided=============Stay Connected!=============Website: http://localchurchgr.orgLocal Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrLocal Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

This is message 39 in Gospel Record of John John 12:27-36 The cross stands as the turning point where God's glory is revealed through surrender, where sin is judged, and where the power of darkness is broken. What appears to be defeat is in truth the triumph that draws all people to salvation, offering life to those who believe while warning that the opportunity to respond will not last forever. The call is urgent and clear to walk in the light while it is given, because rejecting it leads only to deeper darkness. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through PushPay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc

Solving a problem ALWAYS begins with a conversation with God.  Think of it as a foundation for a positive result.  The best part, He is always there. 

It is good not to talk very long about God without talking to God. Frequently interrupt your talking about God by talking to God.

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass on March 19, 2026 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings 2 Samuel 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16 Romans 4:13, 16-18, 22 Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Send a textDo you talk to God? I think many people do not because they think they don't know how to. Some use meaningless repetition, as if that is some form of conversation. Others never . Others never bother. But the reality, talking to God is communicating what is on your heart. It is not a memorized speech, it is dialogue. You speak and He listens, and then pause, the He speaks and you listen.This is called prayer and it is a gift God has given to us all. He gave it because He wants to hear from us. That is one way to have sweet fellowship with Him.

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There's a difference between prayers for comfort and prayers that keep us comfortable—the ones that keep us from experiencing everything that's possible with God.   Let's explore the kinds of prayers that truly shape us. By the end, you'll know the difference between prayers that keep you steady and prayers that transform you, and how to begin noticing the invitations God may already be placing in your heart.   Download the Audio Podcast Here:  

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Over the past weeks, we've explored the Rhythm of Rest and the Rhythm of Community. In this message, we begin a new rhythm, Prayer. This week's big idea is simple, but transformative: We don't pray to inform God; we pray to be formed by God.To learn more about Cross Points, check out our website:http://crosspointschurch.comTo stay up to date, check out our social media:Instagram: @crosspointskcFacebook: Cross Points ChurchYoutube: CrossPointsKC

The What's, Why, and How of Prayer.In 2026, our Thinking About It podcast will focus on the most important aspects of living like a Christian. We hope you'll listen along, and become more like Jesus.Each episode is produced at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. To learn more about Grandview Church, and the hosts behind this podcast, (Dr. Jon Cleland, Pastor Jeremy McQuoid, Pastor Tim Mudde, and Andrew Noble) please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/.

A brilliant computer engineer believed God commanded him to build an operating system — and his tragic story forces us to confront how we treat the broken among us.SERMON TRANSCRIPT…https://weirddarkness.com/cotu-terrydavisWeird Darkness® and Church Of The Undead™ are trademarked. Copyright © 2025.#WeirdDarkness #TempleOS #TerryDavis #MentalHealth #ChristianPodcast #TrueStory #Schizophrenia #Faith #Programmer #TragicStory

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Find the complete show notes here:  https://watwm.podbean.com/. Prayer is our means of talking to God. It is the way we invoke God's presence, help and guidance. Yet many of us don't pray. Join us in this podcast of Woman at the Well Ministries as Kim opens the Holy Scriptures and reveals what the Bible says about prayer.   Scriptures Mentioned in this Episode Revelation 3:20 – Jesus stands at the door and knocks www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Revelation+3%3A20&version=KJV John 15:13 – Greater love hath no man than this www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+15%3A13&version=KJV John 11 – Jesus' friends: Lazarus, Mary, and Martha www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+11&version=KJV James 2:23 – Abraham the friend of God www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+2%3A23&version=KJV 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast all your care upon Him www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Peter+5%3A7&version=KJV Hebrews 4:14–16 – Come boldly unto the throne of grace www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+4%3A14-16&version=KJV Romans 10:13 – Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+10%3A13&version=KJV John 3:16 – For God so loved the world www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+3%3A16&version=KJV Luke 19:10 – The Son of Man is come to seek and to save that which was lost www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+19%3A10&version=KJV Ephesians 2:8–9 – For by grace are ye saved through faith www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+2%3A8-9&version=KJV John 3:3 – Except a man be born again www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+3%3A3&version=KJV 2 Timothy 2:15 – Study to show thyself approved www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Timothy+2%3A15&version=KJV Psalm 119:105 – Thy word is a lamp unto my feet www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+119%3A105&version=KJV Psalm 119:11 – Thy word have I hid in mine heart www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+119%3A11&version=KJV Ephesians 6 – The whole armor of God www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+6&version=KJV 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray without ceasing www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Thessalonians+5%3A17&version=KJV 1 Chronicles 16:11 – Seek the Lord and his strength www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Chronicles+16%3A11&version=KJV James 5:16 – The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+5%3A16&version=KJV 1 John 1:9 – If we confess our sins www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+1%3A9&version=KJV Matthew 7:7–8 – Ask, and it shall be given you www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+7%3A7-8&version=KJV 1 Corinthians 2:9 – Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+2%3A9&version=KJV   Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page. 

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Jesus Followers Can Personally Talk to God, the Universe's Creator, About Issues Like His Will for You; but Do You? MESSAGE SUMMARY: As a Jesus Follower, you have a personal relationship with God, the Creator of the Universe; and you can talk to God like you talk to your father. Remember God loves you. Imagine climbing up into His lap and imagine Him wrapping His arms around you – He is God your loving father. As God tells you in 2 Samuel 7:14-15: “I will be to him a father, and he shall be to me a son. When he commits iniquity, I will discipline him with the rod of men, with the stripes of the sons of men, but my steadfast love will not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I put away from before you.". You need to start talking to Him as the best dad there could ever be. Talk to God, regularly, about your life; your concerns; and your needs. You need to ask Him for His counsel, and you need to ask Him questions regarding His will for your life.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, may the pains I experience in life kill the things that need to die in me — arrogance, pride, and indifference to others. Help me, daily, to see my frailty and how dependent I am on you, the Master of the Universe. In Jesus' name, amen.  Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 72). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will proclaim Him. (Philippians 1:15f). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans 1:7; Matthew 6:7-15; 2 Corinthians 6:18; Psalms 12:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “A Christmas Message – What God Has Done For Us”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Scripture: James 5:7-10Message from Brady Bryce, Senior MinisterFor more resources and access to everything we have going on at First, visit https://www.firstabq.org

Part two of Social Media and You dives into one of the most misunderstood topics in mental health: therapy. This week, Izzy Baker sits down with Omaha-based licensed professional counselor Payton Hogan, founder of Bear Company Counseling, for an unfiltered conversation about the intersection of faith, healing, and the internet. What starts as a discussion on how social media glorifies “self-care” quickly becomes a deeper exploration of why so many men avoid therapy altogether.Izzy and Payton break down the myths that keep men silent—like the idea that therapy is just “talking to a stranger” or that prayer alone is enough to fix what discipline and dialogue are meant to address. They discuss how the rise of “therapy culture” online has made mental health both a movement and a marketing trend, and how that confuses people who genuinely need help. Payton shares how he went from private struggle to running a full counseling practice, why community care matters more than image, and how faith can guide—but not replace—the therapeutic process.The episode also challenges the common phrase, “I talk to God, not a therapist,” and examines how spiritual pride can sometimes block emotional growth. Through their conversation, Izzy and Payton connect faith and practicality—showing that therapy isn't the absence of God, it's often how He meets you. Together, they discuss the emotional labor of entrepreneurship, the exhaustion that comes from constantly performing strength, and the freedom that comes with being honest about your limits.As the episode closes, Izzy reminds listeners that vulnerability is not weakness—it's alignment. Healing doesn't always look holy on social media, but it's still sacred work. Listen. Reflect. And remember, real men heal out loud.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by heartache that you didn't even want to talk to God? When loss, grief, and suffering pile up one after another, it's easy to feel stuck — angry, exhausted, and wondering where God is in the middle of it all. In this deeply personal episode, Madelynn Reyes, Donor Community Manager at Proverbs 31 Ministries, shares her journey through a season of unimaginable loss and how Jesus met her at her lowest point. Through the story of the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4, Madelynn reminds us that God doesn't wait for us to get ourselves together — He's already there, waiting to meet us in our mess. Whether you're walking through your own season of suffering or supporting someone who is, this conversation will encourage you that your story matters and God wants to use it.You'll learn:Why it's OK to be honest with God about your anger, disappointment, and pain.What it means to acknowledge your own suffering and give yourself permission to heal.How Jesus uses your brokenness and heartache to bring hope to others.The power of being fully known and fully loved by a God who never pushes you away.Resources From This Episode:Join The Well. Become a monthly partner and help women around the world encounter Jesus in their hardest moments.Download First 5. Start your day in God's Word with our free mobile app.Give today. Help another woman know the Truth and live the Truth because it changes everything.Subscribe. Never miss an episode of biblical encouragement.Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts. Help other women find the hope and Truth they're searching for.Complete our listener survey. Your feedback helps us serve you better, informing us of the topics and teachings you need most.Click here to download a transcript of this episode

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Jesus changed the world—one table at a time. Whether He was eating with tax collectors, reclining with friends, or feeding the multitudes, Jesus used the table as a place of welcome, witness, and transformation. In this five-week series, we'll reimagine evangelism not as a presentation to perfect, but as an invitation to extend. Using the acronym T.A.B.L.E., we'll learn how to reach those around us with love, authenticity, and boldness—one meal, one conversation, one act of kindness at a time. Each week, we unpack a simple, intentional step that brings us closer to someone far from God—and brings them closer to the life-changing love of Jesus.  

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We all dream about the future and what it may one day look like. Dreaming about the future is healthy; we should never withhold expressing our desires, goals, or dreams about it. Sometimes, it helps to share our dreams aloud and even with others. Lending our voice to them may help us clarify what we are dreaming about doing or considering for the future.For those who are followers of Jesus, always know, you have an enemy who specializes in killing your dreams. He sometimes steals your joy and even plants doubt in every good thought you have about the future. Satan is your dream-killer! Please do not listen to him or his demonic voices that will often ring aloud in your ears and even in your heart. I am not talking today about the dreams you have when you sleep. I am talking about the dreams you have for your future—your goals, thoughts, and objectives for the days ahead. These ideas that are in us may, in fact, become our path for the future, most especially when we learn how to talk to God about our dreams. The Dream-Killer, Satan, the Devil himself, tells you that you have no value and no future ahead of you. To some of you, he claims that you are a failure. To others, he says you are too old. Listen to me: you are never too old or too young to dream about the future! So whether you are waiting tables in a restaurant, going to class as a college student, a CEO of a Fortune 100 company, a retired woman in assisted living, a young couple facing insurmountable debt, parents of teenagers considering their futures ahead, or you are now empty nesters, or as a young single adult with a college degree and your entire future is ahead of you, this podcast is for all of you. Whatever age or stage of life you're in, whether you're a dreamer or someone who makes fun of others who dream about the future, this podcast is for you. 

Preparing For Life As It Was Meant To Be | Week 3: How Do We Talk To God // Kelly Walter // In our hyper-connected world, disconnection still persists. We still long for genuine relationships, but we attempt to fill that void with material success and hobbies. Yet, you cannot replace the irreplaceable need to connect with God and one another for true fulfillment. In this series, we'll get connected to prepare for our next spiritual growth campaign, Life As It Was Meant To Be - Connecting With God Through The Lord's Prayer.

We explore how the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:5-15 can guide you in learning to talk to God—especially when words don't come easily. If you're walking through a breakup or a tough season, this isn't about saying the “right” thing, but about showing up honestly. This episode is inspired by the Practicing the Way course on prayer— it's full of practical tools to help you actually live this out: https://www.practicingtheway.org/prayer

Send us a textConversation is an art form. It must be learned. Perhaps that is why there are so many problems between people today, because they don't know how to talk to each other or to God.This message will instruct you and encourage you to engage with good conversation with God. Prayer changes things and it is a gift God has given us.Paul also gives instructions on how to talk to people. He gives some very simple ways we can engage in and the outcome will always be good. This is especially important when speaking to people far from God.Share this one with someone to help them in their own conversations with God and people.

Sharifa Stevens Kay Daigle Sharifa Stevens, author of When We Talk to God: Prayers and Poems for Black Women, talks with Kay Daigle about her book. Although it's written with black women in mind, any woman can identify with most of the feelings that permeate this beautiful book. This is a book that prays women's feelings, as the Psalms do. There is something for each reader as Sharifa pours out her heart in these prayers and poems. Recommended resources sharifastevens.com sharifahstevens.substack.com Podcast series with Nika Spaulding: Understanding Lament & Practicing Lament The Psalms This episode is also available on video. Timestamps: 00:20 Introduction to Sharifa & her book 01:39 Sharifa's heart for the book and how it came to be 08:03 How do you see women of other backgrounds connect to the poems & prayers? 10:08 What did you hope that black women of faith would take from your book? 11:31 Women are worthy to talk to God. 15:22 Some of the prayers may be challenging but no topic is off limits with God 16:35 How did you deal with reliving difficult experiences? 18:54 Sharifa shares a favorite, "Moving On Up." 22:26 Resources TranscriptKay >> Hi. I'm Kay with Beyond Ordinary Women Ministries. Welcome to our podcast. Our guest today is actually one of our ministry team members, Sharifa Stevens. And today she is the one being interviewed rather than just one of our team members. So, Sharifa, it's so great to see you as always. Sharifa >> It's always a pleasure to see you, Kay. Kay >> Now, Sharifa, according to her book, Sharifa is a writer, a poet, a speaker, and a singer. And it's all true. Sharifa >> It's true. This is going to be so fun! Kay >> I don't know... I'm not quite sure why you think this is so funny. That's the wonderful things that you are. Sharifa >> It is. It's wonderful. Kay >> She looks so sad. Sharifa >> I'm so sorry. I'm not. I'm so happy. Kay >> Anyway, we won't talk about you anymore if it'll make you feel better. Sharifa >> Okay. Kay >> You can read Sharifa's entire bio on our site BeyondOrdinaryWomen.org. So today we are talking to Sharifa because she has a book, and it is beautiful. It is one of the prettiest books I've ever seen. And it is When We Talk to God: Prayers and Poems for Black Women. So Sharifa, actually, I was just really blown away by your book, by the beauty of it, by so many of the poems and prayers in it. It just really touched my heart in a lot of ways. It reminded me a lot of the psalms, which mean a whole lot to me, because you had a lot of raw emotion in there like the psalmist, and it all came from your heart. And there's no doubt about it. That kind of expressed your deepest thoughts. And, you know, just like the Psalms that give us words to pray when we don't know what to say to God. I see your book is doing that for a lot of people there. There will be a lot of poems and prayers in here that will be very dear to many women who will read them and pray them over and over. I think, just like the Psalms, it will help people when they face difficulties be anchored in the Word when that happens. Thank you for doing this. Sharifa >> Thank you for those affirming words. And I am especially honored that you would draw a parallel to the Psalms because that was my goal. And I see the Bible as being so vivid and rich with emotional depth that it's not just an intellectual exercise to read the Bible. It is spiritual, and it's also emotional, and it reflects the fullness of God's love and of our humanity. And so in the book, I wanted to reflect some of that back to the frankness and intimacy of the Psalms and the prophetic voice of the prophets, and the thirst for justice that echoes throughout the prophetic books, and also the playfulness of the Song of Solomon. They're just different beats in the Bible. There's history, there's lamentation, there's so much praise,

Send us a textSo many people do not have a conversant relationship with God because they don't know how to talk to Him. Actually they would say they don't know how to pray.I heard someone say on a TV show they didn't know any prayers and the other person said I know a prayer I was taught. That is not really what God is looking for. He is not looking for memorized phrases, He is looking for convrersation. Think of Prayer as talking, talking to God for that is what it is.Once you are relaxed in this area, you will learn prayer is not something to fear or to think you will fail in. It's just talking to God.

Jesus Followers Can Personally Talk to God, the Universe's Creator, About Issues Like His Will for You; but Do You? MESSAGE SUMMARY: As a Jesus Follower, you have a personal relationship with God, the Creator of the Universe; and you can talk to God like you talk to your father. Remember God loves you. Imagine climbing up into His lap and imagine Him wrapping His arms around you – He is God your loving father. As God tells you in 2 Samuel 7:14-15: “I will be to him a father, and he shall be to me a son. When he commits iniquity, I will discipline him with the rod of men, with the stripes of the sons of men, but my steadfast love will not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I put away from before you.". You need to start talking to Him as the best dad there could ever be. Talk to God, regularly, about your life; your concerns; and your needs. You need to ask Him for His counsel, and you need to ask Him questions regarding His will for your life.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, may the pains I experience in life kill the things that need to die in me — arrogance, pride, and indifference to others. Help me, daily, to see my frailty and how dependent I am on you, the Master of the Universe. In Jesus' name, amen.  Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 72). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will proclaim Him. (Philippians 1:15f). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans 1:7; Matthew 6:7-15; 2 Corinthians 6:18; Psalms 12:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Prayer for America”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

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At some point, devotion stops being a duty—and starts becoming a dialogue. In this solo Q & A episode, Kaustubha explores how spiritual life matures when it stops being mechanical and starts becoming deeply personal. With humor, clarity, and depth, he answers questions on emotional attachment, the gradations of divine love, and how to relate to God not just in theory—but in the heart. Key Highlights: •⁠  ⁠How to respond when someone is emotionally attached to you •⁠  ⁠How divine love comes in different gradations of perfection •⁠  ⁠The art of sharing bhakti without alienating others •⁠  ⁠Moving beyond theory: when spiritual life becomes deeply personal •⁠  ⁠Plus: a surprise Krishna miracle on a quiet dirt road #BhaktiYoga #TalkToGod #KrishnaConsciousness #WisdomOfTheSages #PrayerPractice #ConversationWithKrishna #SrimadBhagavatam #KaustubhaDas ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108

At some point, devotion stops being a duty—and starts becoming a dialogue. In this solo Q & A episode, Kaustubha explores how spiritual life matures when it stops being mechanical and starts becoming deeply personal. With humor, clarity, and depth, he answers questions on emotional attachment, the gradations of divine love, and how to relate to God not just in theory—but in the heart. Key Highlights: •⁠  ⁠How to respond when someone is emotionally attached to you •⁠  ⁠How divine love comes in different gradations of perfection •⁠  ⁠The art of sharing bhakti without alienating others •⁠  ⁠Moving beyond theory: when spiritual life becomes deeply personal •⁠  ⁠Plus: a surprise Krishna miracle on a quiet dirt road #BhaktiYoga #TalkToGod #KrishnaConsciousness #WisdomOfTheSages #PrayerPractice #ConversationWithKrishna #SrimadBhagavatam #KaustubhaDas ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108

What is the true essence of prayer? It is not a ritualistic plea to an external force, but a powerful tool to connect with the divine Light within. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we discuss how prayer creates a direct pipeline to the Creator, allowing us to become co-creators in our own lives. You'll discover the three elements every prayer should include. When our actions align with our prayers, our lives themselves become the prayer. Tune in to learn how to make your prayers not only heard but lived.

Rose and Robert are joined by author and theologian Sharifa Stevens to talk about her book When We Talk To God Prayers and Poems for Black Women. Sharifa is a dear friend of the podcast and a wonderful human being. Please buy her book wherever books are sold and check out her substack at https://sharifahstevens.substack.comTo get some of the books that we mention on the podcast, please check out our growing collection here: https://bookshop.org/lists/black-and-alive-a-black-coffee-theology-reading-list? https://bookshop.org/lists/black-and-alive-a-black-coffee-theology-reading-list? Please check Rose's substack out at https://agentlelanding.substack.com/ If you're a fan of the show, please like, subscribe, and leave a positive review on your podcast app.  You can also support financially on Patreon at: patreon.com/threeblackmen Finally, you can check out Robert's writing at: https://musingsfromabrokenheart.substack.com

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Worry is much bigger than you are.  Taking a moment to talk with God can mean the difference of being stuck, or moving forward.  Let's get you unstuck, today.

In this episode, we get the opportunity to sit with our first guest ever...Sharifa Stevens in a full circle moment as we discuss her new book When We Talk to God: Prayers and Poems for Black Women. Please go and get her book wherever books are sold and check out her substack at https://sharifahstevens.substack.comTo support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblackmenpodcast@gmail.com

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In this week's episode -- the thirteenth episode in our "overcomers" -- we will discuss how to leave behind prayer-lessness and become prayer-ful, the different kinds of prayer, how not to pray and more! The scripture discussed this week: Mark 11:23-24, Matthew 6:7, Matthew 6:5-13.follow me on instagram! https://instagram.com/braxtenhmfollow me on tik tok! https://www.tiktok.com/@UCKFDLPcSq_V1LP76Kq4HL1g

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