Podcasts about thankfulness

Devotion : Thankfulness / Psalm 100 by Community Lutheran Church

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Love: a new goal Col 3:14 But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. 3:14 “put on love which is the perfect bond of unity” Love, which issues in unity, is the distinctive mark of the Christian (cf. Eph. 4:2–3; 1 Cor, 13; Gal. 5:22). Paul leaves the greatest and highest grace to the last: ‘But above all these things put on love'. Christian love is above all these other important and beautiful graces because it is self-sacrificing, self-giving, and the fulfilment of both the law and the gospel. It is a new commandment given to us by our Savior (John 13:34–35). The local church needs lashings of love for unity to be maintained. Put on … love (Col. 3:14). This is the most important of the Christian virtues, and it acts like a “girdle” that ties all the other virtues together. All of the spiritual qualities Paul has named are aspects of true Christian love, as a reading of 1 Corinthians 13 will reveal. Love is the first of the fruit of the Spirit and the other virtues follow—joy (Col. 3:16), peace (Col. 3:15), long-suffering, gentleness, kindness, and meekness (Col. 3:12). When love rules in our lives, it unites all these spiritual virtues so that there is beauty and harmony, indicating spiritual maturity. This harmony and maturity keep the life balanced and growing. The gnostic system could never do this.[1] Once again, Paul gives the Colossians the responsibility for making changes to their lives. The new clothes are beautiful gifts from God, but putting them on is the work of every individual Christian. The most important item of all is love, which Paul imagines as either an overgarment or a belt. Love unites all the other qualities, and makes the outfit perfect.[1] THE SUPREMACY OF LOVE: ‘above all these things put on love'. Philosophy was the ‘false teachers” trump card, however, ‘the love of God poured out in our hearts' (Rom. 5:5) is the ultimate thing. It is superior to all other graces (1 Cor. 13; 1 Thes. 3:12). THE STRENGTH OF LOVE: ‘which is the bond of perfection'. Love is like cement or belt that binds all the holy graces together in perfect harmony. Love completes and to keep our illustration of holy apparel, it completes the outfit. If there is no love then the other graces are only duty, cold morality or at best good manners. But love makes them all acceptable to God (even when they are imperfect). Col 3:15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. In this verse Paul turned from character to conduct. How can a Christian know when he is doing God's will? One answer is: the peace of Christ in the heart and in the church. When the believer loses his inner peace, he knows that he has in some way disobeyed God. 3:15 “Let the peace of Christ” This term originally meant “binding together that which was broken” (cf. John 14:27; 16:33; Phil. 4:7). There are three ways the NT speaks of peace: (1) as the objective (doctrinal) aspect of our peace with God through Christ (cf. Col. 1:20); (2) as the subjective (experiential) aspect of our being right with God (cf. John 14:27; 16:33; Phil. 4:7); and (3) as God's uniting believing Jews and Gentiles into one new people (body) through Christ which is the mystery of God (cf. Eph. 2:14–17; Col. 3:15). The word translated “rule” is an athletic term. It means “to preside at the games and distribute the prizes.” Paul used a variation of this word in his Letter to the Colossians: “Let no one declare you unworthy of a prize” (literal translation, Col. 2:18). In the Greek games, there were judges (we would call them umpires) who rejected the contestants who were not qualified, and who disqualified those who broke the rules. The peace of God is the “Umpire” in our believing hearts and our churches. When we obey the will of God, we have His peace within; but when we step out of His will (even unintentionally), we lose His peace. THE SIGN OF LOVE: love teaches us how to talk to each other, how to cope with each other and how to forgive. It fills the heart with God's peace (v. 15). This is a subjective ‘peace' (it is felt within) which is intended to ‘rule', i.e. to ‘act like an umpire' who keeps us right and tells us when we are wrong. There must be no racial barriers, cultural barriers or social barriers when love is in control. Love is a telling sign of regeneration. We must beware, however, of a false peace in the heart. Jonah deliberately disobeyed God, yet he was able to go to sleep in the hold of a ship in a storm! “I had peace about it!” is not sufficient evidence that we are in the will of God. We must pray, surrender to His will, and seek His guidance in the Scriptures. The peace of heart alone is not always the peace of God. Something else is involved: if we have peace in our hearts, we will be at peace with others in the church. We are called to one body, and our relationship in that body must be one of harmony and peace. If we are out of the will of God, we are certain to bring discord and disharmony to the church. Jonah thought he was at peace, when actually his sins created a storm! When a Christian loses the peace of God, he begins to go off in directions that are out of the will of God. He turns to the things of the world and the flesh to compensate for his lack of peace within. He tries to escape, but he cannot escape himself! It is only when he confesses his sin, claims God's forgiveness, and does God's will that he experiences God's peace within. When there is peace in the heart, there will be praise on the lips: “And be ye thankful” (Col. 3:15). The Christian out of God's will is never found giving sincere praise to God. When David covered up his sins, he lost his peace and his praise (Pss. 32; 51). When he confessed his sins, then his song returned.[1]  “rule” This is a PRESENT ACTIVE IMPERATIVE. In contrast to the false teachers acting as umpires in 2:18, Christ is our only judge, guide and arbiter.  “you were called” God always takes the initiative in calling, electing, and wooing believers to Himself (cf. v. 12; John 6:44, 65; Eph. 1:4–5, 11). The term “calling” (kaleō) is used in several theological senses: (1) sinners are called by God through Christ to salvation; (2) sinners call on the name of the Lord to be saved (cf. Rom. 10:9–13); (3) believers are called to live Christ like lives (cf. Eph. 4:1); and (4) believers are called to ministry tasks (cf. 1 Cor. 12:4–7).  “in one body” This speaks of unity amidst diversity (cf. 1:18, 24; Eph. 4:4–6)! Notice that the emphasis is not on personal election, but corporate election. Salvation is corporate, not just individual. In reaction to the abuses of power in the Roman Church, the Protestant Reformers emphasized the rights and responsibilities of the individual before God. However, their formulation became a biblical overstatement. The Bible does not teach the “priesthood of the believer,” but “the priesthood of believer s.” It is not a doctrine which emphasizes the freedom of the individual, but the body-life responsibility of each believer (cf. 1 Cor. 12:7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all:).  “be thankful” This was a PRESENT ACTIVE IMPERATIVE, “keep on always being thankful.” Thankfulness is a sign of Christian maturity, of the Spirit-filled life (cf. v. 17; Eph. 5:20; 1 Thess. 5:18). It is not a resignation to determinism (Islam), but a biblical world-view that God is with us and for us even amidst the difficulties and circumstances of this fallen world!        Mark 8:36 "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?              John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. Have you trusted Him as your Savior? He can Save you if You ask Him based on His death, burial, and resurrection for your sins. Believe in Him for forgiveness of your sins today.               “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”  -John 8:32             Our mission is to spread the gospel and to go to the least of these with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ; We reach out to those the World has forgotten.              hisloveministries.podbean.com #HLMSocial hisloveministries.net https://www.instagram.com/hisloveministries1/?hl=en His Love Ministries on Itunes Don't go for all the gusto you can get, go for all the God (Jesus Christ) you can get. The gusto will get you, Jesus can save you. https://www.facebook.com/His-Love-Ministries-246606668725869/?tn-str=k*F             The world is trying to solve earthly problems that can only be solved with heavenly solutions

Send us a textJohn 15:4 "Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. 5 "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. 6 "If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned. 7 "If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. 8 "By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples.                In this wonderful section of Scripture we will see that unless we abide we can nothing that God has ordained for us to do. I believe abide first of all means we are saved if we abide in Him and He abides in us, Romans 8:9, John 14:20, 17:23. Then, when we are filled with the Spirit we bear much fruit.  Being filled with the Spirit is talked about in Eph 5:9, 5:18-21, and Col 3:16-23. If we are not saved we are unable to do anything that is a supernatural God work. In other words, if you are saved you know that before you were saved you were unable to change and get rid of those sin areas in your life that plagued you. You also now have an ability to live for God and also do great works in His name (see Mt 5:16, Eph 3:20). The Fruit of the Spirit is spoken of in Gal 5:22, but it also is shown in the passages above where Paul says it will be shown by;1. Speaking about the Word of God (What dominates your thought life)2. Singing and Making Melody in your Heart (Joy) 3. Thankfulness  4. Being Submissive to God and Others in your household and your workplace and treating others like they should be treated.5.  It also will glorify God      Mark 8:36 "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?             John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. Have you trusted Him as your Savior? He can Save you if You ask Him based on His death, burial, and resurrection for your sins. Believe in Him for forgiveness of your sins today.               “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”  -John 8:32           Our mission is to spread the gospel and to go to the least of these with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ; We reach out to those the World has forgotten.              hisloveministries.podbean.com #HLMSocial hisloveministries.nethttps://www.instagram.com/hisloveministries1/?hl=en His Love Ministries on Itunes Don't go for all the gusto you can get, go for all the God (Jesus Christ) you can get. The gusto will get you, Jesus can save you. https://www.facebook.com/His-Love-Ministries-246606668725869/?tn-str=k*F            The world is trying to solve earthly problems that can only be solved with heavenly solutions 

The Light Exposes Darkness Expressing gratitude for a place to take burdens and grief to God. "Thank God for a place where I can take my burden. I can take my grief. I can take the things that I've messed up and done wrong." Finding grace and mercy anywhere, not just in church. "You can find grace you can find mercy for your soul today anywhere you're at." Thankfulness for the church and the Holy Spirit's presence. "Thank God the church doors were open that night. Thank God the lights were on. Thank God the saints had gathered. Thank God the Holy Spirit did what He said He would do." Sharing personal testimony of being saved and transformed by Jesus. "He changed my life. Made me a new creature. Brought me out of the darkness I was in. Set my feet on a solid rock." Desire to lift up Christ to the world. "If I live another year, another hundred years, I want to be able to lift up Christ to this world that they might see Him, that they might know there is a Redeemer." Gratitude for earthly mothers who honored God and taught right from wrong. "Thank God for every mother that has tried to stand, take a stand for the Lord Jesus Christ and live their life in the way...That honored God." Acknowledging those without mothers and emphasizing the importance of a mother figure. The Mother Church Finding a family in the church after being saved. "I found a family the day I got saved." Gratitude for the raising received, including discipline and instruction. "I'm grateful for the raising I had. I don't regret not being able to every whipping I caught, every instruction I caught, every meal I ate." The church as a spiritual mother that cares for the soul. "When I got saved, I got laid into a family that loves me worse than all. They care for my soul." Reference to Hebrews 12:22, discussing the church of the firstborn written in heaven. "You are come unto Mount Zion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels." Emphasizing the need to be born again to be part of the true church. "To get into that church I'm talking about this morning, the mother of us all, you're going to have to come through Christ." Importance of being part of the church. "One of the things the Lord Jesus asked you and I to do was to be a part of the church." Appreciation for prayer meetings and houses opened to the gospel. Reference to a prayer meeting at Brother Wayne Black's house with about 30 saints. "We need more houses that are opened up to the gospel, that are opened up to a prayer meeting." The church as everlasting and eternal, the church of the firstborn. "Thank God to be a part of a church, a church, friends, that is everlasting and eternal, of the church of the firstborn, those whose names have been written in heaven." The church nurtures and makes one of its own. "She took me in automatically and made me one of her own. I was turned to the firstborn." The church provides spiritual mentors, Sunday school teachers, and pastors. "Every person that was in the house of God that night...they became my mama and they became my daddy...my spiritual mentors...my Sunday school teachers." The church never leaves, even when the flesh resists. "She ain't never left me...There was a drawing in my soul that said this is your mother." God as the only spiritual father, referencing Matthew 23. "Call no man father on this earth...neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, even Christ." The church of the firstborn includes all believers, regardless of race. "White, black. Don't make no difference. If your name was written down in heaven, you're a part of the firstborn." The church cares for the soul. "You've got a mother here and she cares for your soul."

Key Verses: Psalm 50:14-15A simple, but powerful sacrifice that will honor God and transform our lives.

Tom Thibodeau teaches servant leadership at Viterbo University and discusses three important terms that we often take for granted in our daily vocabulary: Thankfulness, Gratitude and Appreciation.

LESSON 123I Thank My Father For His Gifts To Me.Today let us be thankful. We have come to gentler pathways and to smoother roads. There is no thought of turning back, and no implacable resistance to the truth. A bit of wavering remains, some small objections and a little hesitance, but you can well be grateful for your gains, which are far greater than you realize.A day devoted now to gratitude will add the benefit of some insight into the real extent of all the gains which you have made; the gifts you have received. Be glad today, in loving thankfulness, your Father has not left you to yourself, nor let you wander in the dark alone. Be grateful He has saved you from the self you thought you made to take the place of Him and His creation. Give Him thanks today.Give thanks that He has not abandoned you, and that His Love forever will remain shining on you, forever without change. Give thanks as well that you are changeless, for the Son He loves is changeless as Himself. Be grateful you are saved. Be glad you have a function in salvation to fulfill. Be thankful that your value far transcends your meager gifts and petty judgments of the one whom God established as His Son.Today in gratitude we lift our hearts above despair, and raise our thankful eyes, no longer looking downward to the dust. We sing the song of thankfulness today, in honor of the Self That God has willed to be our true Identity in Him. Today we smile on everyone we see, and walk with lightened footsteps as we go to do what is appointed us to do.We do not go alone. And we give thanks that in our solitude a Friend has come to speak the saving Word of God to us. And thanks to you for listening to Him. His Word is soundless if it be not heard. In thanking Him the thanks are yours as well. An unheard message will not save the world, however mighty be the Voice that speaks, however loving may the message be.Thanks be to you who heard, for you become the messenger who brings His Voice with you, and lets It echo round and round the world. Receive the thanks of God today, as you give thanks to Him. For He would offer you the thanks you give, since He receives your gifts in loving gratitude, and gives them back a thousand and a hundred thousand more than they were given. He will bless your gifts by sharing them with you. And so they grow in power and in strength, until they fill the world with gladness and with gratitude.Receive His thanks and offer yours to Him for fifteen minutes twice today. And you will realize to Whom you offer thanks, and Whom He thanks as you are thanking Him. This holy half an hour given Him will be returned to you in terms of years for every second; power to save the world eons more quickly for your thanks to Him.Receive His thanks, and you will understand how lovingly He holds you in His Mind, how deep and limitless His care for you, how perfect is His gratitude to you. Remember hourly to think of Him, and give Him thanks for everything He gave His Son, that he might rise above the world, remembering his Father and his Self.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

LESSON 123I Thank My Father For His Gifts To Me.Today let us be thankful. We have come to gentler pathways and to smoother roads. There is no thought of turning back, and no implacable resistance to the truth. A bit of wavering remains, some small objections and a little hesitance, but you can well be grateful for your gains, which are far greater than you realize.A day devoted now to gratitude will add the benefit of some insight into the real extent of all the gains which you have made; the gifts you have received. Be glad today, in loving thankfulness, your Father has not left you to yourself, nor let you wander in the dark alone. Be grateful He has saved you from the self you thought you made to take the place of Him and His creation. Give Him thanks today.Give thanks that He has not abandoned you, and that His Love forever will remain shining on you, forever without change. Give thanks as well that you are changeless, for the Son He loves is changeless as Himself. Be grateful you are saved. Be glad you have a function in salvation to fulfill. Be thankful that your value far transcends your meager gifts and petty judgments of the one whom God established as His Son.Today in gratitude we lift our hearts above despair, and raise our thankful eyes, no longer looking downward to the dust. We sing the song of thankfulness today, in honor of the Self That God has willed to be our true Identity in Him. Today we smile on everyone we see, and walk with lightened footsteps as we go to do what is appointed us to do.We do not go alone. And we give thanks that in our solitude a Friend has come to speak the saving Word of God to us. And thanks to you for listening to Him. His Word is soundless if it be not heard. In thanking Him the thanks are yours as well. An unheard message will not save the world, however mighty be the Voice that speaks, however loving may the message be.Thanks be to you who heard, for you become the messenger who brings His Voice with you, and lets It echo round and round the world. Receive the thanks of God today, as you give thanks to Him. For He would offer you the thanks you give, since He receives your gifts in loving gratitude, and gives them back a thousand and a hundred thousand more than they were given. He will bless your gifts by sharing them with you. And so they grow in power and in strength, until they fill the world with gladness and with gratitude.Receive His thanks and offer yours to Him for fifteen minutes twice today. And you will realize to Whom you offer thanks, and Whom He thanks as you are thanking Him. This holy half an hour given Him will be returned to you in terms of years for every second; power to save the world eons more quickly for your thanks to Him.Receive His thanks, and you will understand how lovingly He holds you in His Mind, how deep and limitless His care for you, how perfect is His gratitude to you. Remember hourly to think of Him, and give Him thanks for everything He gave His Son, that he might rise above the world, remembering his Father and his Self.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

(Bilingual) このメッセージではモンティー牧師が「実際のところ賛美って何なんだろう？」について以下の4つのポイントから話します。In this message Ps Monty talks about "What Exactly is Praise?" in these 4 points: 2 Samuel 6:5 NLT / 2サムエル 6:5 JCB2 Samuel 6:13-15 NLT / 2サムエル 6:13-15 JCB2 Samuel 6:16 NLT / 2サムエル 6:16 JCB2 Samuel 6:22a NLT / 2サムエル 6:22a JCBPsalm 103:1 NLT / 詩篇 103:1 JCBPsalm 136:1 NLT / 詩篇 136:1 JCBPsalm 150:6 NLT / 詩篇 150:6 JCBLuke 19:37-40 NLT / ルカ 19:37-40 ERV1.Praise is Thankfulness賛美とは感謝である2.Praise is Pleasig to God賛美か神様を讃えること3.Praise is the Posture of Putting God First賛美は神様を第一にする姿勢4.Carry Praise Wherever You Goどこへでも賛美を運ぶ 　Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalVideo Messages: ビデオメッセージ: youtube.com/LifehouseTokyoOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Messages (English): https://lifehousemessages.captivate.fm/listenLifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen

Hello Fam, Due to some changes in policies in streaming platforms like Spotify, we would be changing our Sleep Music only content to Guided Meditation + Sleep Music to help you sleep better. As uploading Music Only Tracks would make the Spotify remove our Podcast, so that's the reason for changing To Guided Meditation Tracks. We will also be coming soon with our own Android/iOS app to serve you better. Hope you understand and continue to support us. Regards, The Mindset Meditation Team Don't Click This: https://bit.ly/2RnSdjS Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/themindsetmeditationpodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= I AM Morning Affirmations: Gratitude, Self Love, Positive Energy, Freedom & Happiness Detox your mind and heart of thoughts and emotions that don´t serve you anymore, but are there out of habit. Close your eyes, take a minimum of six slow deep breaths, and begin focusing on relaxing every inch of your body. - Start by focusing on your toes and wiggle and relax your toes - Relax your feet, rotate your ankles and relax your feet - Work up to your calves, Relax your muscles - Continue working your way up your body, one body part at a time. Within minutes as you work your way up to your head continue to take deep breaths. You will begin to feel relaxed as if you were floating. Your body and brain will be massaged into a deep sleep. Detach and let go. Feel at peace. Feel happy. Feel Free. Don't forget it may be useful for your family and friends too. Enjoy this amazing episode. Don't forget to Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Mindset Meditation Link to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2RnSdjS

This week's topic.... Thankfulness.

Brayden and Tali's are back! And are we ever thankful! So thankful in fact, that we decided to make that the focus of this weeks podcast. Thankfulness when it's good. Thankfulness when it's hard. Listen as Brayden recounts one of the most challenging situations he's been in, and how one simple act changed the entire situation from despair to hope.    We also have 4 exciting updates   1. We have launched a new channel dedicated to our music. It will host our musical albums as well as scripture memory verses and sometimes just our fun songs that we like to sing while we are out and about. You can see our new channel here https://www.youtube.com/@LoveandPurityMusic   2. Harp + Farm. Harp + Farm 2025 is officially underway. We have a wonderful group of interns this year. Follow us on Facebook to get all the updates from that.    3. Proclaim Music Festival. We will be playing at the proclaim music festival this year in Hornick Iowa on June 19-22. We hope you can join us! https://proclaimmusicfestival.com/   4. The Fight For The Heart Tour will be traveling from Missouri to Tennessee and into North and South Carolina in July and August. If you are on the way and would like Aaron and his family to come and speak to your church/fellowship/small group/youth group email Aaron at aaron@loveandpurity.com    This weeks portion is:  Tzav TORAH LEVITICUS 6:1-8:36 PROPHETS MALACHI 3:4-24* GOSPEL MATT 17:9-13*     Want to learn more about our ministry? Visit www.LoveAndPurity.com    Intro and outro song: Faith for Salvation (1 Peter 1:3-5) by Brayden & Tali Waller All music rights belong to Love & Purity Ministry

Central Baptist Church in Kansas City Sunday sermon with Samuel Nelson. Colossians

1.  Be devoted to PrayerHe will ask the Church to pray specifically for opening doors in order that he may be able to preach the gospel even though he is in chains (v.3).  But first, he asks the Church to be watchful and thankful while praying.  When I think of Paul's request to be watchful, I think of a lifeguard canning the ocean making sure that nothing is wrong or under attack.  Thankfulness stems from us experiencing His grace. 2.  Engage outsiders.Paul encourages the Church to engage outsiders but gives us some ways to do so.  Be wise (v.5), Let our conversations be full of Grace and seasoned with salt(v.6) In other words, full of love and compassion (grace) but not to compromise the truth (salt).  In that time the people would have understood two things about salt.  Salt was used to preserve and to put in wounds to fight off infection.  In the same way our conversations with outsiders should be focused on God's unconditional love, fueled by our passion for Jesus and others, but making sure we are not compromising or watering down the message of the Gospel.  Jesus demonstrated this with his conversation with the women caught in adultery.  Jesus asked her, “Who has condemned you, I don't condemn you” this is grace.  He then says, “Go and sin no more” this is the salt. 3.  Make DisciplesOur job is to make new disciples and teach them to become like Jesus.  Paul points out that we should all be ready to answer everyone (v.6)I believe that takes learning the scripture and living out the scripture.  James tells us to not just be hearers but doers of the Word. 

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Welcome to Parenting is Heart Work!This season we will focus on marriage, with podcast episodes inspired by Dr Scott Turansky's latest book Activate Your Marriage. Whether your marriage feels strong or strained right now, the principles in this book—drawn from God's Word—can provide hope, encouragement, and practical steps toward greater connection.In each episode, we will deal with one different chapter. Enjoy listening and pass it along!

Welcome to Parenting is Heart Work!This season we will focus on marriage, with podcast episodes inspired by Dr Scott Turansky's latest book Activate Your Marriage. Whether your marriage feels strong or strained right now, the principles in this book—drawn from God's Word—can provide hope, encouragement, and practical steps toward greater connection.In each episode, we will deal with one different chapter. Enjoy listening and pass it along!

Central Baptist Church in Kansas City Sunday sermon with Samuel Nelson. Colossians 1:9-14

Today, I will discuss the importance of expressing gratitude to the LORD and being thankful. I will pair this with prayer, scripture, and a story time, and discuss the different levels of thankfulness.   Enjoy!   This episode's show notes: https://www.faithfuelsmyfire.com/post/why-is-it-important-to-show-gratitude-to-the-lord-the-different-levels-of-thankfulness If you want to check out previous Bible studies, click here To Purchase my "Christ Transforms Me" Journal, click here   Email me: faithfuelsmyfire@gmail.com Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/486483515603028/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmBsSKktGU_8WHVNIxhFuzg The Bible App that I use: http://bible.com/app Instagram: @_lorenacamille_ Never Forget to Choose Faith Over Fear, -Lorena Camille

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups — Week 20: Thankfulness

Jesus had amazing resolve to fulfill HIs purpose (Luke 9:51). The Joy that compelled Him was cultivated by His Trust in The Father, Thankfulness, Focus, and Prayer....among other things. Listen and grow closer to your destiny. Please like and subscribe and partner with us to grow the Kingdom of God. @willbrockermin ​

The Scripture readings are Exodus 8:16-24; Ephesians 5:1-9; and Luke 11:14-28. Scripture gives you several ways to fight against the devil and the darkness. But this text gives you one simple, specific weapon to fight back against the forces of evil, and that is thanksgiving. As you give thanks, the darkness flees.

If you could add more peace and joy to your life by adding one characteristic, would you be interested? What if this one characteristic would open the courtyards of heaven to you? Join us in this weeks Hope, Healing, and Freedom podcast as we look at the power of thankfulness. It will change your life. To learn more about the ministry of Restoring the Foundations International, please visit www.restoringthefoundations.org.

Send us a textIf you are looking to live a worry free life, consider these things:1) Make things right with a fellow believer. You need each other.2) Be about God and thankful to God ALL the time. Don't just reach out when you are in a pinch. 3) Think on spiritual things. Read the word. Have bible discussions.4) Practice what you read. Pick at least one action item per day.5) Find contentment in the nearness of Christ. His strength is aways enough.     If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comSponsors:  Jon Cunningham, Owner, Cunningham Financial GroupWebsite:  www.cunninghamfinancialgroup.com   Phone:  205-326-7364Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487

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2 Corinthians 9:10-15 ESV He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. 11 You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. 12 For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God. 13 By their approval of this service, they will glorify God because of your submission that comes from your confession of the gospel of Christ, and the generosity of your contribution for them and for all others, 14 while they long for you and pray for you, because of the surpassing grace of God upon you. 15 Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift! For more information about Redeemer Church Lubbock visit our website at redeemerlubbock.org.

Healing Hands Matthew 8:14-17 by Mike Deguzman 1. The Power of His Touch Luke 4:31-38 2. The Problems of the People      a. A Religious Problem Mark 1:32 Luke 4:40 Luke 13:14 John 9:14-16 Matthew 12:1-8 Mark 2:27-28      b. A Recognition Problem Luke 5:8 John 4:28-29 Matthew 11:23-24 3. The Point of the Miracles Isaiah 53:4-6 Application: 1. Don't Miss the Obvious Luke 7:12-16 Acts 2:22-24 Acts 2:36 Matthew 11:28-30 2. Watch Your Religion 1 Peter 3:18 3. Serve Out of Thankfulness

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In this episode, we celebrate eight years of abiding together with you! We want to celebrate what God has done and is doing in not only our lives, but also in yours. We reflect on why we started the podcast and how our hearts still echo with a desire to help women grow closer to our Lord through communion with others. We share why we surrender the podcast to the Holy Spirit, how we've navigated supporting each other through different seasons of life, and what our hopes are for the future of the podcast. Most of all, we want to thank you for how you've received our vulnerability, your openness to us and the Lord, and your steadfastness in journeying with us along the way. Heather's One Thing - Jubilee Spotify Playlist Sister Miriam's One Thing - Our very first episode - Coffee, Unity, and Companionship Michelle's One Thing - Our listeners! We are so grateful for you!   Announcement: Join us for our Lenten Study beginning March 5th, 2025 as we journey through “Jesus and the Jubilee: The Biblical Roots of the Year of God's Favor“ by Dr. John Bergsma. We look forward to sitting at the feet of a leading scholar as we unpack what the Lord has in store for us in the year of Jubilee. Order your copy at the St. Paul Center with promo code “ABIDE15” for 15% off. There are also bulk discounts available. While “Jesus and the Jubilee” is currently backordered, the St. Paul Center expects a new shipment of books later this week and plans to fulfill your orders by late February.   Journal Questions: Have I experienced friendships and relationships that have been anointed by the Lord? How can I steward my relationships, gifts, time, and opportunities well? When have I seen the difference between success and fruitfulness?   Discussion Questions: When did you first start listening to the podcast? Do you have a favorite episode, season, series, or study? How did it bless you? What areas of your life can you surrender to the Lord to give growth?   Quote to Ponder: "To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything He has given us - and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him. Gratitude therefore takes nothing for granted, is never unresponsive, is constantly awakening to new wonder and to praise of the goodness of God. For the grateful person knows that God is good, not by hearsay but by experience. And that is what makes all the difference." (Thomas Merton)   Scripture for Lectio: "Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying, 'Thus far the Lord has helped us.'" (1 Samuel 7:12)   Sponsor - The Little Rose Shop: Discover the beauty of integrating faith into your everyday life with The Little Rose Shop. Our Morning Offering Prayer Mug the perfect companion for your morning routine, allowing you to start each day with a heartfelt prayer, focusing your thoughts on Christ. Plus, explore our Quiet Books collection, including the Mass Quiet Book, Rosary Quiet Book, the Where is Jesus Quiet Book, and Wrapped in Mary's Mantle Quiet Book. These engaging books are designed for babies and toddlers, making it easy to introduce them to the wonders of faith in a quiet and interactive way—perfect for adoration or Mass. As a special treat for Abiding Together listeners, use promo code ABIDING15 for an exclusive 15% discount at checkout. Enrich your spiritual journey and bring the joy of faith into your home with The Little Rose Shop.   Timestamps: 00:00 - The Little Rose Shop 01:17 - Intro 02:09 - Lenten Book Announcement 02:54 - Welcome 04:40 - Guiding Quote and Scripture Verse 05:53 - Born Out of Friendship 09:19 - Surrendering Everything Back 10:39 - Honest Conversations 12:05 - Stewarding Well 15:22 - Thankfulness 18:23 - Hearing from Listeners 20:35 - A Collaboration 22:47 - Your Starting Point 24:26 - Hope for the Future 28:29 - One Things 31:12  - Lenten Book Study Reminder  

February 16, 2025 Daily Devotion from Lutheran Hour Ministries

Join Niki and her guest Terry as they discuss finding joy in the midst of difficult times. They break down the five things you can do right now in your life to find joy despite your circumstances. Scripture readings:  Mathew 11:28, Psalm 34:18, Ephesians 4:32, Mark 11:25, Mathew 7:3, Mathew 6:34, Lamentations 3:22-23, Jer 29:9, Math 11:28, Phil 4:6-7, Romans 8:28, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Thess 5:18Worship Song:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uysGt7JVw9U&ab_channel=taurenwellsVEVO

Thankfulness and Gratitude

The Lord spoke to me that 2025 is a year to prioritize thankfulness and that no matter the situation or circumstance we must learn to be thankful. God is good even when things don't look good. We must change our focus and fix our mindset to what the Kingdom of Heaven says.   Psalms 100:4 says, “ Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”    What can you do this year to prioritize thankfulness in your life and begin living with an attitude of gratitude and a lifestyle of thanksgiving all year long, not just one month a year?  

Receive God's great gift - for free.Grace is the free unmerited favor of God, towards the undeserving and the ill-deserving. God offered us good which we did not deserve, we had no claims on, it simply came from God's grace.Support the show

Can worry disguise itself as love in your prayers? Let's talk about the difference between being a prayer warrior and a prayer worrier! In this episode, I share personal stories—including a hilarious road trip with my mom and sister—to unpack how worry can sneak into our prayers and impact generations. Shifting from anxiety-filled to faith-filled prayers isn't easy, but it's worth it. I'll show you how to trust God more deeply and confidently present your concerns. Let's grow together—connect with me on social media, and if you're looking for a speaker, I'd love to join your event. Go to www.donnajones.org to learn more. Xo, Donna Listen in to learn more! (07:30) Release vs Rehash  (14:48) Finding Comfort Through Prayer  Donna's Resources: Order a copy of my new book -  Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.  It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon.  If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you'll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman's Guide to Meeting God. It's a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith! Connect with Donna  Instagram: @donnaajones     Website:  www.donnajones.org     Donna's speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/      

“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” - 3 John 1:4In that verse, the Apostle John praises his friend Gaius and other believers for their generosity toward missionaries. As parents, we want our children to be generous toward God's Kingdom. Dr. Art Rainer joins us today with some steps we can take to grow our kids in generosity.Dr. Art Rainer is the founder of the Institute for Christian Financial Health and Christian Money Solutions. He is also the author of The Money Challenge: 30 Days of Discovering God's Design for You and Your Money and the Secret Slide Money Club, a book series designed to teach young readers about God's way of being wise with money. Why Teaching Generosity MattersParenting is a high calling. Everything we say and do influences our children's lives, shaping their worldview and their relationship with God. Generosity is part of God's plan for His people, so we must intentionally guide our kids away from selfishness and toward selflessness.But how do we teach children to be generous when human nature tends to favor holding on rather than giving away? It starts with a few key principles.1. Model GratefulnessBefore kids can learn to give, they must first recognize the blessings they've received. A heart of gratitude fosters a heart of generosity.Regularly express thankfulness for the resources God has given your family. Teach your children that everything belongs to God—we are simply stewards of His gifts. Share stories of how generosity has impacted your own life and how giving frees us from the grip of money.Gratefulness leads to an open-handed posture toward money and possessions.2. Talk About GenerosityChildren won't naturally connect giving to their faith unless we explain it to them. Conversations about generosity help shape their understanding of why we give.Explain that we give because God first gave to us (John 3:16). Share personal testimonies of times when generosity blessed others—or when you were blessed by someone else's generosity. Connect giving to the gospel: Just as God gave us His Son, we reflect His love when we give to others.3. Model Generosity in Everyday LifeKids have a strong radar for hypocrisy. If we talk about generosity but don't practice it, they'll notice. That's why we must demonstrate generosity in tangible ways.Let them see you giving—to your church, to charities, or to people in need. Discuss the needs of others. Ask them, “Have you ever needed help? How did it feel when someone helped you?” Involve them in acts of giving, such as donating food, helping a neighbor, or supporting a ministry.When children witness generosity in action, they begin to understand its value.4. Let Them Earn and GiveFor kids to truly grasp generosity, they need to experience both the sacrifice and joy of giving. One way to do this is by allowing them to earn their own money.Provide opportunities for them to do small jobs or earn an allowance. Encourage them to set aside a portion for giving, just as they do for saving and spending. Let them choose where to give—whether it's to the church, a missionary, or a local charity.Handling their own money makes giving more meaningful and personal.5. Prioritize Giving to the Local ChurchOne of the best ways to instill a habit of generosity is by encouraging children to give to their church.Introduce them to pastors and missionaries so they can see how their giving impacts the Kingdom. Show them how to give—let them physically place money in the offering plate rather than only giving online. Reinforce that their giving contributes to something much bigger than themselves.6. Encourage Giving with Joy, Not GuiltGiving should be joyful, not forced. Pressuring kids to give out of obligation can lead to resentment rather than a cheerful heart. Instead, celebrate their generosity and show them the blessings that come from giving freely.As 2 Corinthians 9:7 reminds us, “God loves a cheerful giver.”Raising generous children requires intentionality. By modeling gratefulness, discussing generosity, and providing opportunities for them to give, we can help shape their hearts to reflect God's generosity.Want to dive deeper into this topic? You can read more in Faithful Steward, FaithFi's brand-new quarterly publication that equips families to align their faith and finances for God's glory.To start receiving Faithful Steward every quarter, become a FaithFi Partner by giving $35 or more per month or $400 annually. Visit FaithFi.com/give to partner with us and receive this inspiring publication delivered right to your mailbox.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have a 401(k) with about $128,000 in it, and I'd like to invest $60,000 into an annuity. The person I talked to said I would get an 8,600-dollar bonus immediately if I invested the $60,000. He also said I could take out 20% of the annuity after two years. What do you think about this annuity option?I am 51 years old. I retire at the end of next year and have a state pension. In addition, I also have some 401ks and 403bs that I've tapped into over the last, you know, 30 years that I've been employed or contributed to. Instead, what do I do with those 401k's and 403B's at that time of retirement?Half of my portfolio is in real estate, and the other half is in stocks. The old advice was to move more into bonds as you get older, but bonds haven't done well lately while the stock market has been incredible. What are your thoughts?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly PublicationLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Niki shares 5 Heavenly habits that are scripture based and God breathed.  These habits will fit seamlessly into your week and bring peace, comfort and joy to your life in 2025!  Scripture readings:  1 Peter 1:3-4, 1 Thess. 5:16-18, James 5:16, Mathew 21:22, 1 John 5:14-15, Hebrews 10:24-25, Psalm 100:4-5, Psalm 9:1-2, 1 Sam. 16:23, Acts 16:23, 2 Chron 20:21, Josh 6:20, Ephesians 6:10-18Worship Song Suggestion:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnUo1_fCjTM&ab_channel=ChristianNation1000

Wallace G. Smith | Recorded November 30, 2024

Wallace G. Smith | Recorded November 30, 2024