Podcasts about testing god

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Today's shout-out goes to Mark Blumenthal from Charlotte, NC. Mark, your partnership with us through Project 23 is a testament to your faith and a blessing to us. This study is for you. Our text today is Mark 8:11-13: The Pharisees came and began to argue with him, seeking from him a sign from heaven to test him. And he sighed deeply in his spirit and said, “Why does this generation seek a sign? Truly, I say to you, no sign will be given to this generation.” And he left them, got into the boat again, and went to the other side.— Mark 8:11-13 The Pharisees show up again—not to listen, but to argue. They demand a sign. Not because they're curious—but because they're testing Jesus. And Jesus responds with a deep sigh—not the frustrated kind, but the disappointed kind. The sigh you make when someone just doesn't get it. He says: “Why does this generation seek a sign?” The irony is Jesus has given them plenty of signs. Healing. Exorcism. Bread. Fish. Hearing. Sight. Storms calmed. But these religious elite are not looking for evidence—they're looking for control over a situation that is scaling beyond their control. And Jesus doesn't play their game. He doesn't cave to pressure. He doesn't bend to cynicism. He walks away. This is a sobering moment. Jesus doesn't chase them. He doesn't argue back. He gets in the boat and moves on. Some people don't want to believe and surrender—they want to control and stay in charge. And that's the Pharisees. They have not come to inquire of Jesus or have any desire to follow him. They merely want Jesus to play by their rules. And we can all fall into the same trap. We think: “God, show me something and then I'll believe.” “Fix this first, and then I'll trust you.” “Give me a sign, and then I'll surrender.” But that's not how belief and faith work. Faith moves before the sign. It steps out without a guarantee. It trusts in Jesus—without forcing his hand. There's a huge difference between asking by faith and demanding with pride. One walks toward Jesus. The other makes Jesus sigh and walk away. Jesus, I don't want to test you—I want to trust You. Help my faith walk ahead of the sign I think I need. Amen. #FaithNotSigns, #TrustJesus, #Mark8 ASK THIS: Have you ever asked God for a sign to prove Himself? How do you respond when God seems silent? What's the difference between testing God and trusting Him? How does pride keep us from surrender? DO THIS: Choose to trust Jesus today in one area where you've been waiting for proof. PRAY THIS: Jesus, I don't want to test you—I want to trust You. Help my faith walk ahead of the sign I think I need. Amen. PLAY THIS: “Trust in You” by Lauren Daigle.

In this thought for 2nd Sunday (our monthly informal, all-age worship), we explore the profound truth of God's protection as revealed in Psalm 91 and exemplified in the life of Jesus during his time in the wilderness. With honesty and relevance, we're invited to reflect on what it means to be truly protected by God - not always from challenges, but through them. Drawing parallels between the Psalmist's promises and Jesus' temptations, this message speaks to anyone wrestling with the questions of suffering, temptation, and divine safety. Discover how testing can be part of God's protection plan to strengthen, mature, and prepare us for his purpose.   ⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS   0:00 – Intro & Scripture Reading A reading of Psalm 91 (NCV): verses 1–2 and 9–16, declaring God as our refuge, protection, and Saviour.   2:00 – Who Is God to You? A call to reflect on the various names of God - Most High, Almighty, Rescuer - and which resonates most today.   2:55 – Modern “Panic Rooms” & Seeking Safety Comparing worldly safety (panic rooms) to divine safety found in God - even when he seems absent.   4:45 – When God's Protection Feels Missing Addressing the hard truth: Christians still suffer. So what does divine protection really mean?   5:30 – Jesus in the Wilderness A deeper look at Jesus' 40 days of fasting and his unwavering trust in God's provision and protection.   8:00 – What Do We Truly Need? Exploring the difference between needs and wants, and how spiritual discipline and trust in God provide true fulfilment.   10:00 – Temptation of Power Reflecting on what we'd do with power, and how Jesus rejected worldly control to remain obedient to the Father.   12:00 – Testing God vs Trusting God Unpacking the final temptation - demanding proof from God - and the wisdom in trusting his natural order and timing.   14:30 – Temptation as Preparation How temptation, far from being meaningless suffering, prepares us for God's calling and strengthens us to endure.   16:00 – Prayer of Reflection & Strength A heartfelt communal prayer asking God to forgive us, protect us, and help us grow spiritually through all trials.   #Sermon #Bible #BattleReadySermon #Christian #Christianity #UKChristian #ChristianTikTok #ChristianTok #SalvationArmy #Maidenhead #Psalm91 #GodsProtection #ChristianSermon #JesusInTheWilderness #SpiritualGrowth #Temptation #FaithOverFear #TrustInGod #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #NewCenturyVersion #LentReflection #GodIsOurRefuge #SermonOnTemptation

In this thought for 2nd Sunday (our monthly informal, all-age worship), we explore the profound truth of God's protection as revealed in Psalm 91 and exemplified in the life of Jesus during his time in the wilderness. With honesty and relevance, we're invited to reflect on what it means to be truly protected by God - not always from challenges, but through them. Drawing parallels between the Psalmist's promises and Jesus' temptations, this message speaks to anyone wrestling with the questions of suffering, temptation, and divine safety. Discover how testing can be part of God's protection plan to strengthen, mature, and prepare us for his purpose.   ⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS   0:00 – Intro & Scripture Reading A reading of Psalm 91 (NCV): verses 1–2 and 9–16, declaring God as our refuge, protection, and Saviour.   2:00 – Who Is God to You? A call to reflect on the various names of God - Most High, Almighty, Rescuer - and which resonates most today.   2:55 – Modern “Panic Rooms” & Seeking Safety Comparing worldly safety (panic rooms) to divine safety found in God - even when he seems absent.   4:45 – When God's Protection Feels Missing Addressing the hard truth: Christians still suffer. So what does divine protection really mean?   5:30 – Jesus in the Wilderness A deeper look at Jesus' 40 days of fasting and his unwavering trust in God's provision and protection.   8:00 – What Do We Truly Need? Exploring the difference between needs and wants, and how spiritual discipline and trust in God provide true fulfilment.   10:00 – Temptation of Power Reflecting on what we'd do with power, and how Jesus rejected worldly control to remain obedient to the Father.   12:00 – Testing God vs Trusting God Unpacking the final temptation - demanding proof from God - and the wisdom in trusting his natural order and timing.   14:30 – Temptation as Preparation How temptation, far from being meaningless suffering, prepares us for God's calling and strengthens us to endure.   16:00 – Prayer of Reflection & Strength A heartfelt communal prayer asking God to forgive us, protect us, and help us grow spiritually through all trials.   #Sermon #Bible #BattleReadySermon #Christian #Christianity #UKChristian #ChristianTikTok #ChristianTok #SalvationArmy #Maidenhead #Psalm91 #GodsProtection #ChristianSermon #JesusInTheWilderness #SpiritualGrowth #Temptation #FaithOverFear #TrustInGod #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #NewCenturyVersion #LentReflection #GodIsOurRefuge #SermonOnTemptation

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

God's instruction seemed impossible to Randy, especially as he faced financial struggles and heartbreak. But when he took a leap of faith, God's blessings poured in, transforming his life in ways he never imagined. Discover how Randy's ... ...

Nobody wants to be called GREEDY. BUT… what if this thing that we say we despise is actually something that's a part of each of us? And what if this characteristic we say we hate is actually within each of us??

Tea Time 23: Do you have a habit of playfully testing God?    I sometimes say what I can to get what I want out of my moments with God, and that really is not a good thing.  I believe He listens to what we want, but I also believe that we should get to know Him and not test the limits.

Testing God is demanding that He prove Himself. “Why?” is one of the common words we use when we are grading God's paper. We have forgotten our place. God will remind us. Whenever we publicly vent our anger against the leaders over us, we are publicly calling God out. We're accusing God of doing wrong to us.

Sir Thomas More used to tell about a friend who was an addicted gambler.  Concerned for him and his family, More used to plead with him to stop his gambling and start supporting his family.

Thanks for joining us today as well continue in our series into the wilderness. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out at info@bedrockroanoke.com

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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Wednesday of the Third Week of Advent by Dr. John Bergsma. Advent Weekday (O Clavis David) First Reading: Isaiah 7: 10-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 24: 1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 Gospel: Luke 1: 26-38 Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Wednesday of the Third Week of Advent by Dr. John Bergsma. Advent Weekday (O Clavis David) First Reading: Isaiah 7: 10-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 24: 1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 Gospel: Luke 1: 26-38 Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

Ever wondered if your faith might be unintentionally leading you towards financial irresponsibility? In this episode, we unravel a subtle but crucial pattern among Christian female entrepreneurs—confusing faith with irresponsibility in money matters.

A tested, hardened, straying, evil and unbelieving heart that falls away from the living God. I. Be warned by Israel's unbelief, vv7-11. II. Examine your own heart, vv7-11. III. Don't fall away, v12.

Malachi 3:10 This passage has an important lesson about trusting and testing God. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at the challenges God gives us and the commitment He makes if we accept the challenge.

MALACHI 3:7-12CHAPTER 37 From the days of your fathers you have turned aside from my statutes and have not kept them. Return to me, and I will return to you, says the Lord of hosts. But you say, ‘How shall we return?' 8 Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?' In your tithes and contributions. 9 You are cursed with a curse, for you are robbing me, the whole nation of you. 10 Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need. 11 I will rebuke the devourer for you, so that it will not destroy the fruits of your soil, and your vine in the field shall not fail to bear, says the Lord of hosts. 12 Then all nations will call you blessed, for you will be a land of delight, says the Lord of hosts.

In this Bible Story, Sarah passes away and God continues his promise through Isaac. He provides Isaac with a wife, Rebekah, and the two loved one another deeply. This story is inspired by Genesis 24. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year. Today's Bible verse is Genesis 24:26 from the King James Version. Episode 17: Abraham is dying, and it's time for his son to have a wife. So he sends his most loyal servant on a mission to go to his homeland to find a wife for his son. As Abraham's servant was at the well in that town, he prayed, and God delivered unto him the woman Rebekah, who would become the wife of Isaac. Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham. Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories. Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living. This episode is sponsored by Medi-Share, an innovative health care solution for Christians to save money without sacrificing quality. Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store. Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max Bard Producer: Ben Gammon Hosted by: Pastor Jack Graham Music by: Andrew Morgan Smith Bible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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