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Parenting is hard, and parenting in a tech world can be downright overwhelming. The good news is that we have a good God who calls us to faithfulness, not perfection. So today, rather than focusing on ourselves as parents, we're going to reflect on who God is, who we are, and what it means to be a child of God.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4fxV1ma 

"Notwithstanding you have well done,that you did communicate with my affliction."  At first glance, this verse appears to besimply a "thank you" for a financial gift. But it is much more thanthat. Paul is introducing a wonderful truth that we might call the grace ofgiving. Noticewhat he says first: "You have done well." Paul commends thePhilippians. He isn't praising the amount of their gift. He is praising thelove that motivated it. God has always been more interested in the heart thanin the size of the gift. Jesus reminded us of that when He watched the poorwidow place her two mites into the Temple treasury. Others gave much more, butJesus said she had given the most because she gave out of her poverty whileothers gave out of their abundance. God measures giving differently than we do.He measures sacrifice. He measures love. He measures faith.  ThenPaul says something very interesting: "You did communicate with myaffliction." Today we usually think of the word"communicate" as talking or sending a message. But that is not whatPaul means. The Greek word is koinōneō. It means to share, to participate, orto have fellowship together. The Philippians were not merely sending money.They were sharing Paul's burden. They were entering into his suffering. Thoughthey were hundreds of miles away, they were saying, "Paul, you are notalone. We are standing with you." Isn't that what Christian fellowship isall about? Theword koinōnia, which is translated "fellowship," appears at the verybeginning of this letter. In Philippians 1:5 Paul thanked God for their"fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now." Now, at theclose of the letter, that same fellowship is still evident. Their partnershiphad not ended. It had continued through prayer... Through encouragement... Andnow through generous giving. True Christian fellowship is much more thanenjoying a meal together or shaking hands after church. It means sharing lifetogether. Romans 12:15 tells us, "Rejoice with them that do rejoice,and weep with them that weep." When one believer hurts, we all hurt.When one believer rejoices, we all rejoice. That is the family of God. ThePhilippians could not remove Paul's chains. They could not release him fromprison. But they could stand beside him by sharing what God had given them. Andthat made all the difference. The same is true today. Not everyone can become amissionary. Not everyone can preach. Not everyone can travel around the worldsharing the Gospel. But every believer can have a part in God's work bypraying, encouraging, and giving. When we support those who are taking theGospel to others, we become partners in that ministry. We share in the workthat God is doing through them. Ioften think about the people who faithfully pray for missionaries around theworld. Others give faithfully each week to support God's work. Some writeencouraging letters. Others quietly meet practical needs. None of those actsmay seem very spectacular. But God sees every one of them. Every act of love isan expression of His grace. That is why I like to call this section "TheGrace of Giving." Giving is not something God wants from us. It issomething His grace produces in us. ThePhilippians did not give because they were pressured. They gave because God'sgrace had filled their hearts. Theirgenerosity was evidence of God's grace at work in their lives. The same is truefor us. When Christ has our hearts, He also has our hands, our time, ourtalents, and yes, even our resources. Giving is never about losing something.It is about sharing in what God is doing. Perhapstoday God is giving you an opportunity to share in someone else's burden. Maybethrough prayer. Maybe through an encouraging word. Maybe through meeting apractical need. Remember, when we share the burdens of others, we arereflecting the heart of Jesus Christ Himself. Let's ask God to make us thatkind of believer.

Today we come to the first verse of Philippians chapter 4. Itis much more than a transition verse. In many ways, it is the conclusion ofeverything Paul has been teaching throughout this wonderful letter. Listen towhat he writes:  "Therefore, mybrethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in theLord, my dearly beloved." The very first word is "Therefore."Whenever we see that word in Scripture, we should always ask, "What isit there for?" Paulis pointing us back to everything he has just written, especially the closingverses of chapter 3. Because our citizenship is in heaven... because we arelooking for the return of our Savior... because one day He will transform ourvile, lowly bodies to be like His glorious body... therefore, stand fast in theLord. Our future hope should determine our present faithfulness. Paulthen opens his heart to these believers with a series of beautiful expressionsof love. He calls them "my brethren dearly beloved." Paulloved these people with the love of Christ. Then he says they are "longedfor."Thoughseparated by hundreds of miles and imprisoned in Rome, Paul deeply desired tosee them again. Distance could not diminish his love for them. Next he callsthem "my joy." What a statement! Paul's joy was not found inpossessions or circumstances. It was found in people whose lives had beenchanged by the Gospel. Nothing brings greater joy to a pastor than seeingpeople growing in Christ, standing firm in the faith, and faithfully servingthe Lord. John expressed that same truth when he wrote in 3 John 4, "Ihave no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth." ThenPaul calls them "my crown." The word "crown"here refers to the victor's crown that was placed upon the head of an athletewho had won the race. The Philippian believers were evidence that Paul's laborhad not been in vain. They were his spiritual reward. Every soul that comes toChrist... every believer who grows in grace... every life transformed by theGospel... will be an eternal reward for those who faithfully serve the Lord. ThenPaul comes to the central command of the verse: "So stand fast inthe Lord." The words "stand fast" mean to standfirm, to remain steadfast, to refuse to be moved. Paul has already used thisexpression back in Philippians 1:27: "Stand fast in one spirit, withone mind striving together for the faith of the gospel." The Christianlife is not only a race to run; it is also a battle to fight. The worldconstantly pressures us to compromise. The flesh tempts us to give up. Satanseeks to discourage and deceive us. Yet Paul says, "Stand fast in theLord." Noticehe does not simply say, "Stand fast." He says, "Standfast in the Lord." That makes all the difference. We do not stand inour own strength. We stand in His strength. We do not rely on our owndetermination. We depend upon His grace. Paul would later write in Ephesians6:10, "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power ofhis might." The only way we can stand against the pressures of thisworld is by abiding in Christ every day. Ilove how Paul closes this verse just as he began it: "My dearlybeloved." His command is wrapped in love. He is not speaking as aharsh authority demanding obedience. He is speaking as a loving spiritualfather encouraging his children to remain faithful. My friend, that is God'smessage to each of us today. Stand fast. Stand when culture changes. Stand when others compromise. Stand when trialscome. Stand when your faith is tested. Stand when you feel weary. Stand—not inyour own strength—but in the Lord. One day our Savior will return, and it willbe worth it all. Godbless and may you have a wonderful wonderful day!

The Secure MindPhilippians 4 Welcometo Pastor's Chat. Today we begin our study of the fourth and final chapter ofPaul's wonderful letter to the Philippians. As we begin this last chapter, I'dlike to remind you of the great theme that has run throughout this book.Philippians is often called "The Epistle of Joy." In these four shortchapters, Paul mentions joy or rejoicing at least sixteen times. What isamazing is that he wrote this letter while he was under house arrest in Rome,chained to a Roman soldier and awaiting trial before Caesar. Howcould Paul have such joy in the midst of such difficult circumstances? Theanswer is found in having the mind of Christ. In Philippians 2:5 Paul tells us,"Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus." Aswe have walked through this letter together, we have discovered that eachchapter reveals another aspect of the mind of Christ that produces a joyfulheart. Inchapter one, we learned about the single mind. Paul's heart and life werecentered on one great purpose—to know Christ and make Him known through theGospel. Whether in prison or free, whether living or dying, his passion neverchanged. That is why he could say, "For to me to live is Christ, and todie is gain." A joyful heart begins with a single mind that is fixedon Jesus Christ and His Gospel. Then,in chapter two, we learned about the submissive mind. Paul pointed us to thegreatest example of humility the world has ever seen—the Lord Jesus Christ, whohumbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. ThenPaul gave us three living examples of that same servant spirit: himself,Timothy, and Epaphroditus. They each considered others before themselves andwillingly sacrificed for the sake of Christ. A joyful heart is found in humbleservice. Inchapter three, we discovered the spiritual mind. Paul reminded us to place noconfidence in the flesh—not in our achievements, our religion, or our ownrighteousness. Instead, we are to count all things but loss for the excellencyof the knowledge of Christ Jesus our Lord. Like Paul, we should have one greatdesire: "That I may know him." The spiritual mind is always growing,always pressing forward, and always pursuing a deeper relationship with JesusChrist. Nowwe come to chapter four, where we will discover the secure mind. This chapterteaches us how to stand fast in the Lord when life becomes difficult. Itteaches us to rejoice in the Lord always, to bring every care to God in prayer,and to experience "the peace of God, which passes allunderstanding." It teaches us to discipline our thoughts by thinkingon things that are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and of good report. Itteaches us the secret of contentment in every circumstance. Andit brings us to two of the most beloved promises in all of Scripture. In verse13 Paul declares, "I can do all things through Christ which strengthensme." Then, in verse 19, he assures us, "But my God shallsupply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Whatwonderful promises! As we study this final chapter together, I pray that Godwill give each of us a secure mind—a mind that stands firm in Christ, rejoicesin every circumstance, prays about everything, thinks on the right things,rests in God's peace, and trusts completely in His unfailing provision. Myfriend, that kind of mind produces a joyful heart. Let'spray. Heavenly Father, thank You for the wonderful truths You have taught usthroughout the book of Philippians. As we begin this final chapter, help us todevelop a secure mind that is anchored in Christ. Teach us to rejoice always,to pray about everything, to think on those things that honor You, and to trustYou completely for every need. May we truly experience the peace and joy thatonly You can give. In Jesus' precious name we pray. Amen. Godbless and may you have a wonderful wonderful day!

Today we move on to the last section of Philippians chapter3. As we close this chapter, we want to focus specifically on verse 17, wherePaul writes: “Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who sowalk, as you have us for a pattern.” NowPaul says, "Brethren, be followers together of me." At first,this might sound surprising. It almost sounds like Paul is being proud. But wehave just been reminded of what Paul said earlier: "Not as though I hadalready attained, either were already perfect." Paul knew he was stillgrowing. He was not asking believers to follow a perfect man. He was invitingthem to follow someone who was faithfully following Jesus Christ. Notice hesaid the same thing in 1 Corinthians 11:1: "Be ye followers of me, evenas I also am of Christ." In other words, Paul is saying, "Walkthe same path I am walking because I am following Jesus." Everyone of us needs godly examples. God never intended for us to grow in isolation.He places mature believers in our lives to encourage us, teach us, and show uswhat it looks like to live for Christ day by day. So Paul goes on to say,"And note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.” Theword “note” (sometimes translated "mark") means toobserve carefully or to keep your eye on. We get our English word scope fromthe same Greek root. It means to fix your attention on someone. NoticePaul doesn't say to mark those who merely talk about Christ. He says to markthose who walk with Christ. Anyone can say the right words. Anyone can quoteBible verses. Anyone can appear spiritual for an hour on Sunday morning. Butthe true test of Christianity is a consistent walk with God. Our daily conductshould match our profession, and our character should support our testimony.Our lives should point people to Jesus. Oh,I am so thankful when I look back over the years of my life for the faithfulbelievers God placed in my path. There were pastors who preached God's Wordwith conviction. There were missionaries who sacrificed everything to take theGospel to the nations. There were schoolteachers who were dedicated to thecause of Jesus Christ every day. There were humble church members who quietlyserved the Lord year after year without seeking recognition. Their livespreached sermons long before their voices were silent. I often say at funerals,"This dear person has already preached this service with their life."I truly believe that Christianity is more caught than taught. Peopleare always watching us. Children watch their parents. Grandchildren watch theirgrandparents. Young Christians watch older Christians. Whether we realize it ornot, someone is following our example. That makes this verse very personal. It'sone thing to ask, "Who am I following?" But perhaps the greaterquestion is, "Who is following me?" If someone patterned hisChristian life after yours, would he become more like Jesus? Would he become aperson of prayer? Would he love God's Word? Would he faithfully serve in thechurch? Would he have a heart for souls?  Paulunderstood that the Christian life is never lived in private. Every believer isleaving footprints that someone else may choose to follow. So today, Paulleaves us with a very simple challenge. Choose your examples carefully. Followpeople who are following Christ. Learn from believers whose lives consistentlyhonor the Lord. And then ask yourself another question: Am I becoming the kindof example that others should follow? May God help us to leave footprints that lead people to Christ. Let'spray.  Heavenly Father, thank You for thefaithful men and women You have placed in our lives who have shown us what itmeans to follow Christ. Help us to learn from their example, but even more,help us to become examples that others can safely follow. May our walk matchour words, and may our lives always point people to the Lord Jesus. In Hisprecious name we pray. Amen. 

The nineteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel To The Ends of The Earth'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 28:11-31Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 14th June, 2026S17 E19

The eighteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel on Trial'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 26:1-32Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 7th June, 2026S17 E18

Vintage Church exists to connect people to Jesus and the Local Church.Learn more about Vintage Churchhttps://vintage.church/FOLLOW PASTOR STEPHENInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/vintagestephen/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/vintagestephen/THE UNDER GOD PODCASTWatch and listen to conversations on faith, culture, and leadership.YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@UnderGodPodcastRumble → https://rumble.com/c/UnderGodSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/5Eg0JfNHL9mEUSrowLrQe6?si=lYEy1XRaS5OTUrdT2xvgPwApple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/under-god-with-pastor-stephen-martin/id1749695148Instagram → https://instagram.com/undergodpodcast

The seventeenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel is Defended'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 21:40-22:29Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 31st May, 2026S17 E17

Vintage Church exists to connect people to Jesus and the Local Church.Learn more about Vintage Churchhttps://vintage.church/FOLLOW PASTOR STEPHENInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/vintagestephen/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/vintagestephen/THE UNDER GOD PODCASTWatch and listen to conversations on faith, culture, and leadership.YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@UnderGodPodcastRumble → https://rumble.com/c/UnderGodSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/5Eg0JfNHL9mEUSrowLrQe6?si=lYEy1XRaS5OTUrdT2xvgPwApple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/under-god-with-pastor-stephen-martin/id1749695148Instagram → https://instagram.com/undergodpodcast

The sixteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel is Challenged'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 21:17-39Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 24th May, 2026S17 E16

In this message, continuing our series on the book of Romans, we open up Romans 4. Through faith, Abraham was counted righteous, but what is that practically? Listen to the message to find out!

The fourteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel is Precious'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 20:13-38Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 17th May, 2026S17 E15

The fourteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel Unites All People'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 17:10-21 & Acts 17:22-34Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 10th May, 2026S17 E14

The thirteenth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel Goes Is For Everyone'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 15:1-35Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 3rd May, 2026S17 E13

I'll be sharing one story at a time in audio version from my collection '5 of a Kind: Short Fiction.'  "The Gospel According to God", narrated by my own Wondervox, is the first story the collection. Spanning human history from primordial silence to a chance encounter on a Central Park bench, the story traces what happens when people mistake the infinite for a brick and the boundless for a rulebook — including Eric, a pre-literate mystic who discovers the divine lives inside every person and is killed for saying so. Threading through the ancient scenes is Melissa, a young theater major from Michigan who arrives in New York City chasing a dream and finds herself ambushed by wonder. Riding subways and navigating the beautiful chaos of the city, she begins to sense something watching back — curious and unhurried.

The twelfth sermon in our series in the book of Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth' .Sermon: 'The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles'Series: Acts | 'To the Ends of the Earth'Readings: Acts 13:1-12 & Acts 13:42-52Preacher: Brad FletcherRecorded 26th April, 2026S17 E12

April 27, 2026 Daily Devotional: “The Chain of Faith”2 Timothy 2:2 ​"And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also." Imagine a relay race. The fastest runner in the world can be on the track, but if they refuse to pass the baton, the team cannot win. In his final letter to Timothy, the Apostle Paul is handing off the baton. He isn't just giving Timothy a set of instructions; he is revealing the divine strategy for the survival of theGospel. ​In this single verse, we see generations of faith. Paul's strategy wasn't built on large crowds or flashy events; it was built on investment. He understood that the Truth is a treasure meant to be shared, not hoarded. Christianity is always only one generation away from extinction. If we don't "commit" what we know to someone else, the chain breaks with us. ​The beauty of this command is that it doesn't require you to be a master theologian. It simply requires you to be faithful. Timothy wasn't told to find the most famous or charismatic people; he was told to find faithful people. God values consistency and a teachable heart over raw talent. ​ ​Identify your Paul. Who is pouring into you? If you don't have a mentor or a spiritual "coach," pray for God to bring a seasoned believer into your life to help you grow. Afterwards, ​invest in your Timothy. You don't need to lead a stadium to disciple someone. Who in your life—a child, a coworker, a new believer—needs to hear what you've learned? ​Simplify the messagebecause Paul tells Timothy to pass on "the things that thou hast heard." Don't feel pressured to be original. Stay true to the Word and pass it on exactly as it was given. We often disqualify ourselves from mentoring others because we feel we don't know "enough." But discipleship isn't about being perfect; it's aboutbeing one step ahead and reaching back to pull someone else along. If you have heard the truth, you are already "qualified" to start the chain. Who is your "Timothy"? And who is the "Paul" you are learningfrom? When you think about your own journey, who was the "Paul" in your life that first helped you understand the things of God?

Delivered by Lukita Nanda and Svara Nirmala from the Parish of Our Lady of Assumption Mamajang in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Acts of the Apostles 6: 8-15; Rs psalm 119: 23-24.26-27.29-30; John 6: 22-29.THE FIRST WORK OF GOD The theme for our meditation today is: The First Workof God. This sentence does not mean to show the work that God is doing up therein heaven. What is meant by it, is the divine command or the will of God thatwe humans must do in the first place. When thousands of people who had beensatisfied with the food after the miracle of the multiplication of bread andkept looking for Jesus only to fulfill their bodily needs, they were thenreprimanded by Jesus because of their foolishness. According to the Lord, they should come to Him andchoose the first thing from Him, which was His work, and not the food. This isthe divine wisdom that teaches us to do the work in the first place if we wantto earn food for a living. The first work in this sense is to believe in Godand to entrust our entire lives in the hands of the Father who sent JesusChrist into the world to be our Redeemer. Through this filial act to theFather, the first food we obtain is His own Word that already became human likeus, namely Jesus Christ of Nazareth. This first work was already performed by all thosepeople shown in the scriptures. It starts with Jesus Christ Himself whotestified that He came to do the will of the Father who sent Him. The VirginMary and St. Joseph had focused their lives to fulfill the plan of salvation.The apostles who in the beginning seemed at a lost about their following ofJesus, yet they finally proved themselves to be the genuine messengers of theGospel. Abraham is known as the father of the believers. Moses is famous forthe law instituted for the people of God and the prophets had the high qualityof their faith to lead and renew the people's hearts. Our today's profile of faithful and genuine servant ofGod is Stephen, a disciple of the Lord and a witness of Christ's resurrection.He was filled with the grace and power of the Almighty God as a sign of thequality of his faith. He dared to face the challenges of the Jews who opposedhim. Through this work, the first food consumed by Stephen was to drink the cupof suffering just like what Jesus Christ experienced. Following Christ is our basic vocation, which must befulfilled with the first work of faith and filial devotion to God. The reasonfor our baptism and inclusion in the Church is faith, and not things, goods,position, world enjoyment or good name. It is only after baptism that othersacraments received or performed. Prayers, devotion and various services in theChurch are strongly supported by this foundation of faith. The virtue of faithand obedience are the first criteria for the official process of making abeliever saint by the Holy Church. So our first work from God is of thespiritual, and not the physical one. You will be happy or not as the followerof Christ, the measure that can qualify you is your faith in God, lived out orpracticed daily with good will. Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O Jesus Christ, our good and wise Teacher.Teach us and show us how to be perfect through the faith and devotion that wepractice everyday. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit... In the name of the Father ...

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Questions of EasterI Corinthians 15:1-111. What is the Gospel? v. 1-2Six experiences with the Gospel...1) preached to you2) you received it3) in which you stand4) by which you are being saved5) if you hold fast6) unless you believed in vain2. What is important or ultimate, v. 3-7Here is what the good news says is important...a)Christ died for our sins“The wisdom of God has ordained a way for the love of God to deliver us from thewrath of God without compromising the justice of God.”- John Pipera)b) He was buriedb) c). He was raisedThe resurrection means two things:1) the death of Jesus was enough2) we get to live a new lifeRomans 6:4d) He appeared3. Is the Bible reliable and can it be trusted? v. 3-4“...in accordance with the Scriptures.”Examples of the Bible's reliability...1) historical reliability2) internal consistency3) spiritual authenticity4) prophetic reliability5) scientific reliabilityEcclesiastes 1:7Psalm 1:1-34. Does your past feel bigger than your future? v. 8-9I Corinthians 15:10Mental worship...1 Does the Gospel alter or affect the way you actually live your life?2 Who or what has clarified your view of what is important?3 How often do you experience this “newness of life” the Bible talks about?4 Are there areas of your life where its hard to trust the Bible?5 Do you have a “because” that you think disqualifies you from the promises of theGospel?

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As we wrap up our message series, we look at the power and IMPACT of the gospel!

The Gospel has the power to transform, renew, break chains, and set you free!

Power for Eternal Living  by Pastor Alvin Asiamah

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Homily by Father Peter Zwaans Mount Gambier Catholic ParishGospel according to Matthew 2:13-15,19-23After the wise men had left, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, ‘Get up, take the child and his mother with you, and escape into Egypt, and stay there until I tell you, because Herodintends to search for the child and do away with him.'So, Joseph got up and, taking the child and his mother with him, left that night for Egypt, where he stayed until Herod was dead. This was to fulfil what the Lord had spoken through the prophet: I called my son out of Egypt.After Herod's death, the angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, ‘Get up, take the child and his mother with you and go back to the land of Israel, for those who wanted to kill the child are dead.' So, Joseph got up and, taking the child and his mother with him, went back to the land of Israel. But when he learnt that Archelaus had succeeded his father Herod as ruler of Judaea he was afraid to go there, and being warned in a dream he left for the region of Galilee. There he settled in a town called Nazareth. In this way the words spoken through the prophets were to be fulfilled: ‘He will be called a Nazarene.'The Gospel of the Lord.R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Delivered by Clifford Ericson Kuandang from the Parish of Saint Vincentius a Paulo in the Diocese of Malang, Indonesia. Numbers 6: 22-27; Rs psalm 67: 2-3.5.6.8; Galatians 4: 4-7; Luke 2: 16-21.THE MOTHERHOOD OFMOTHER The title for ourmeditation today is: The Motherhood of Mother. Our universal Church celebratestoday the solemnity of Our Lady Mary, the Mother of God. It's a greatcelebration for our Lady which we all observe on the 8th day after the birth ofJesus Christ. On the 8th day of His birth also, Jesus for the first timesacrifieced His blood through the rite of circumcision according to localcustoms. His Mother Mary, certainly was the person most responsible for caringfor the wounds of her Son, for as an infant, this circumcision would be verypainful. His mother must repeatedly wipe the blood flowing out as the wound wasstill not dry. Blood is a verystrong element to relate a mother with her child. The mother's womb which isinhabited by the child during pregnancy shows an inseparable blood relationshipbetween the two, and it becomes so evident when the baby is already born, as heis bathed in the mother's blood before enjoying the new world outside themother's body. Virgin Mary and our mothers in the world continue to show howthe blood relationship keeps interacting until the child grows up to becomemature. Virgin Mary enjoyed a life filled with blood of Her Son Jesus,especially when she was at the foot of the cross in Golgotha ​​and embracingthe dead body of Jesus Christ, la pieta. Our mothers in theworld, of course with their husbands or our fathers, feel how painful they arewhen their children suffer. Their blood do not flow in normal circulation  because they are not able to endure that suffering.How they are joyful when their children are happy, when the blood in theirbodies circulate well so they look cheerful and happy. The children's actualhappiness or sadness in this world cause the blood situation of their parentsgoes calm, low, and rise. The blood really unites the mother and child, therefore,this relationship becomes so solid and can only be terminated by death. Theseall illustrate that the motherhood of a mother is so important. The woman whogave birth to us is a mother with motherhood because her love and concern forus can be seen of the same patern as God for us, His beloved people. On this very specialday of Mary, the Mother of God, may all our hearts be filled with joy andgratitude. Christmas that brings us together with Jesus and the Family ofNazareth, makes our joy full and we want to carry it out for the next year. Wemust start this year with joy and optimism, and that is the content of theGospel that we are about to proclaim. The motherhood of mother figure,basically  is in women, is very centralin our lives. So we must be very grateful because God is so good to pour giftsto our mothers, ladies and women. Our life cannot be a real one if we don'thave mothers. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O most glorious Father, thank you abundantly for the gift of the Mother ofGod and our respective mothers; make us children who are always loyal to ourmothers and always pray for them. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In the name ofthe Father ...

Homily by Father Peter Zwaans Mount Gambier Catholic ParishGospel according to Matthew 24:37-44Jesus said to his disciples: ‘As it was in Noah's day, so will it be when the Son of Man comes. For in those days before the Flood people were eating, drinking, takin wives, taking husbands, right up to the day Noah went into the ark, and they suspected nothing till the Flood came and swept them all away. It will be like this when the Son of Man comes. Then of two men in the fields one is taken, one is left; of two women at the millstone grinding, one is taken, one is left.‘So, stay away, because you do not know the day when your master is coming. You may be quite sure of this that if the householder had known at what time of night the burglar would come, he would have stayed awake and would not have allowed anyone to break through thewall of his house. Therefore, you too must stand ready because the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.'The Gospel of the Lord.R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

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On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Ericka Andersen, a Christian mom, writer, and author of the forthcoming book “Freely Sober,” joins Kylee Griswold to share how she found freedom from alcohol addiction. They discuss how the pressures of womanhood and “wine mom” culture encourage women to drink, why willpower often isn't enough to stop, how the church can help people who are struggling, and the role of faith in recovery. Find Ericka's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Freely-Sober-Rethinking-Alcohwineol-Through/dp/1514013363?sr=8-1Find more resources at SobrietyCurious.com.The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.

Josh Monday Christian and Conspiracy Podcast Ep. 322How to Support the ministry: $5.99 a monthpatreon.com/JoshMondayChristianandConspiracyPodcastJoin the Patreon here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Joshmonday_podcastIf you want to donate to the Ministry CashAPP:https://cash.app/$JoshmondaymusicNew affiliate: https://wsteif.com/ Paul and Crystals links: https://thetinfoilhatfactory.com/Flat Earth Books by Sakal Publishing Affiliate Link: https://booksonline.club/booksonlinecYoutube: ⁠@joshmondaymusicandpodcast ⁠ Tips for the show to Support our Ministry: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshmondayCoffee Mug Is Available email me your mailing address Joshmonday⁠@rocketmail.com ⁠ Please subscribe to our Spotify and You Tube Channel Joshmondaymusic and Podcast and help us grow so we can keep on spreading the good news. To all of our current and future subscribers thank you for your time, we appreciate you. Please do us a favor subscribe to our You Tube Channel, hit that bell, share, like and comment below on our You tube. Please leave us a 5-Star review on Apple and Spotify.Check out my new show Sunday Service and Wednesday Brought to you by Cult of Conspiracy Podcast. On Cult of Conspiracy Spotify, Patreon and Apple Podcast Channel.Join the study as I go deep into the Bible. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Romans 10:17.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/josh-monday-christian-and-conspiracy-podcast--6611118/support.

November 3, 2025 PATTI HEIGHT,A woman rescued by her loving,gracious & merciful Lord JesusChrist out of the bondages ofgender confusion & lesbianismwho now boldly proclaims theGospel to all who will listen, whowill address: “DOES TRUE LOVE to THOSEENSLAVED by HOMOSEXUALITYEVER REFRAIN FROM the CALLto REPENTANCE?” Subscribe: Listen:

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enVision Together: Going to Out Next Level of Best podcast, welcomes Apostle Ronald Davis has been preaching theGospel since his teenage years, driven by a deep passion for spreading the message of the Kingdom of God. As the founder of Kingdom Truth Global, Apostle Davis equips believers worldwide with biblical truths, empowering them to live out their faith and walk in their God-given purpose. His life's mission is to see lives transformed by the power of the Kingdom and to raise up leaders who will impact the world for Christ. Today's discussion certainly advances that call as we both share about the importance of prayer led by the Holy Spirit and so much more.kingdomtruthintl@gmail.comhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1DREbTw8jFWLkzPcQg3X0Nxz_03dg14S5_Q3_FSyYlVo/edit?usp=sharing

With over 20 years of leadership in one of the largest missions movements in the world, BishopDaniel offers rare, firsthand insight into what it takes to reach those who don't know Christ today.He leads a movement that is transforming entire communities across Africa and Asia—not withWestern resources alone, but by raising up indigenous missionaries equipped to bring theGospel through long-term, culturally rooted impact. Bishop Daniel Bishop Daniel Timotheos Yohannan is a global Christian leader who serves as president of GFA World and is a consecrated bishop of Believers Eastern Church. In his role as President of GFA World USA, Bishop Daniel serves as the primary link between thousands of Christian workers and missionaries serving throughout Africa and Asia and the rest of the church worldwide.Ministry has been the lifelong passion of Bishop Daniel. Growing up in the home of the GFA World founder K.P. Yohannan, he has traveled the world serving the church with his family for over 40 years. He has lived in the U.S. and on the mission field. At a very young age, Bishop Daniel was overcome with compassion for a lost and suffering world. Sensing his own personal calling from the Lord, he dedicated the rest of his life to those who had not yet encountered the hope of the Gospel.After earning his theological degree, he served on the mission field, helping to establish a local church as well as provide pastoral leadership at the seminary. Three decades of ministry have only deepened his passion to serve the world with the Living Water and a cup of cold water in the name of Jesus. In 2008, Bishop Daniel began serving as vice president of GFA World USA. Bishop Daniel is especially committed to seeing GFA World take the hope of Christ to new countries meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of people in some of the most desperate parts of our planet.He and his wife Erika, who serves alongside him in ministry, have three children. While traveling frequently, he resides at GFA World USA headquarters in Texas.Website

Ihope you've enjoyed going through the Gospel of Luke as much as I have. I'velearned so much, and it's been a great joy sharing this book with you overthese past months. As we finish the book of Luke over the next few days, I getso excited looking at these final verses because God didn't just save us to sitand soak. He saved us and redeemed us that we might go and speak and share thatwhich we've heard, that which we've seen, and that which we have handled withour own hands of the Word of life.  Aswe read these final verses, Jesus is revealing Himself to His disciples andassuring them that He indeed is risen from the dead, because everything hingeson that. These eleven men, who were uneducated and came from places nobody knewabout except as fishermen, were called to change the world. God has given usthat commission also. Jesus said in verse 44, "These are the wordswhich I spoke to you while I was still with you, that all things must befulfilled, which were written in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and thePsalms concerning Me.”  Bythe way, just before He spoke these words, it says that He ate with them. Ibelieve we're going to eat in heaven. I'm not sure we're going to eat animals,but we possibly will eat fish from the river of life and eat fruit that isgrowing from the fruit trees growing on the sides of the river coming out fromunderneath the throne of God (Revelation 22:1-2). Jesusthen “opened their understanding that they might understand the Scriptures”.It's important, if we're going to be the witnesses He wants us to be, that wehave an understanding of the Scriptures by the Holy Spirit. In verse 46, Hesays, "Thus it is written, and thus it was necessary for Christ tosuffer and to rise from the dead the third day." That's the essence ofthe gospel: Christ suffered for our sins and He rose the third day.  Verse47 continues, "and that repentance and remission of sins should bepreached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem." Thegospel being shared starts at home, in our own family, our neighborhood, theneighborhood around our church, our community, and then goes throughout thewhole world. Jesus said in verse 48, "And you are witnesses of thesethings." The word "witness" comes from the Greek wordfrom which we get our word "martyr." You're going to be someone whois willing to die, someone who has died to self, as a living testimony of thesethings.  Jesuscontinues, "Behold, I send the promise of My Father upon you, but tarryin the city of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high."We cannot do this task of taking the gospel to the ends of the earth withoutthe enduing of the power of the Holy Spirit upon our lives, as the Gospelsteach. I love what we read in 1 John 1:1-3, because John, this wonderfuldisciple, would later write, "That which was from the beginning, whichwe have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon andour hands have handled concerning the Word of life." My friend, wehave the Word of life in our hands, called the 66 books of the Bible. As wehandle them, we handle Jesus. We love Him, we see Him, we hear Him, He speaksto us.  Johngoes on to write, "The life was manifested, and we have seen and bearwitness and declare to you that eternal life which was with the Father and wasmanifested to us. That which we have seen and heard, we declare to you."My friend, that's what you and I have been called to do as followers of JesusChrist. These powerful verses remind us that it is God who works in us andthrough us to do His perfect will and to manifest the wonderful works of God.  Augustinesaid, "Preach the gospel, and if necessary, use words”. Because itwill show up in our lives as those who are crucified followers of Jesus Christourselves (Galatians 2:20).  And by theway, it will be necessary to use words. Godbless!

Aswe study Luke 23, a good way to recall the events of this chapter is to rememberthat Jesus had seven encounters or conversations with at least seven people orgroups. There was Pilate (vv. 1-25); King Herod (vv. 7-12); Simon the Cyrenian(v. 26); the Jerusalem women (vv. 27-31); the two criminals (vv. 32-43); HisFather (vv.44-49); and Joseph of Arimathea. Whenwe arrive at Luke 23:27-31 Jesus has already gone through terrible beatings andsuffering. At this point, on the way to Golgotha, He is not able to carry Hiscross and Simon of Cyrene is carrying it for Him.  It is now that He has a word for the women ofJerusalem.  Lukeinforms us that “a great multitude of the people followed Him” (v. 27). Publicexecutions drew crowds of spectators, and one involving Jesus would especiallyattract attention. Add to this the fact that Jerusalem was crowded withpilgrims, possibly over a million people could have been in the city at thetime of Passover, so it is not difficult to believe that a "greatmultitude" was following the condemned Man to Calvary. Inthat crowd was a group of women who openly wept and lamented as theysympathized with Jesus and contemplated the terrible spiritual condition oftheir nation. It has been pointed out by Bible commentators, that as far as theGospel records are concerned, no woman was ever an enemy of Jesus. Nor wasJesus ever the enemy of womankind. His example, His teachings, and most of all,His redemption have done much to dignify and elevate women.  Ifyou remember, the news of His birth was shared with a Jewish maiden, His deathwas witnessed by grieving women, and the good news of His resurrection wasannounced first to a woman who had been demon-possessed. Jesusappreciated their sympathy and used it to teach them and us an important lesson(vv. 28-31). While they were weeping over the injustice of one man's death, Jesuswas looking ahead and grieving over the terrible destruction of the entirenation, a judgment that was wholly justified. Jesus had told His disciplesabout this judgment in Luke 19:41-44: “Now as He drew near, He saw the cityand wept over it, saying, "If you had known, even you, especially in thisyour day, the things that make for your peace! But now they are hidden fromyour eyes. For days will come upon you when your enemies will build anembankment around you, surround you and close you in on every side, and levelyou, and your children within you, to the ground; and they will not leave inyou one stone upon another, because you did not know the time of yourvisitation."  Jesuslooking ahead, even on His way to the cross, knew it would be the women andchildren who would suffer the most, a fact supported by history. Just fortyyears later in 70AD, when Titus and the Romans army surrounded Jerusalem, they attemptedto starve the Jews into submission. It has been noted by historians that hungrymen, defending their city, took food from their suffering wives and childrenand even killed and ate their own flesh and blood to keep enough strength tofight. It was a terrible terrible time of judgment that Jesus was speaking of. Thenation of Israel was like a "green tree" during the years when Jesuswas on earth. It was a time of blessing and opportunity, and it should havebeen a time of fruitfulness. But the nation rejected Him and became like a"dry tree," fit only for the fire. Jesus often would have gatheredHis people together, but they would not (Matthew 23:37-39). In condemning Him,they only condemned themselves. Wemight paraphrase His words: "If the Roman authorities do this to One whois innocent, what will they do to you who are guilty? When the day of judgmentarrives, can there be any escape for you?" Myfriend, Jesus has also warned us of another day of judgment coming. Will you beprepared? Godbless!

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Josh Monday Christian and Conspiracy Podcast Ep. 271If you want to support the ministry: $5.99 a monthpatreon.com/JoshMondayChristianandConspiracyPodcastJoin the Patreon here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Joshmonday_podcastIf you want to donate to the Ministry or Buy the Mug Here is our CashAPP:https://cash.app/$JoshmondaymusicNew affiliate: https://wsteif.com/ Sign up for Gold and Silver 7Kmetals: https://www.cocsilver.com/Flat Earth Books by Sakal Publishing Affiliate Link: https://booksonline.club/booksonlinecYoutube: ⁠ @joshmondaymusicandpodcast ⁠ Tips for the show to Support our Ministry: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshmondayCoffee Mug Is Available email me your mailing address Joshmonday⁠@rocketmail.com ⁠ Please subscribe to our Spotify and You Tube Channel Joshmondaymusic and Podcast and help us grow so we can keep on spreading the good news.To all of our current and future subscribers thank you for your time, we appreciate you. Please do us a favor subscribe to our You Tube Channel, hit that bell, share, like and comment below on our You tube. Please leave us a 5-Star review on Apple and Spotify.Check out my new show Sunday Service and Wednesday Brought to you by Cult of Conspiracy Podcast. On Cult of Conspiracy Spotify, Patreon and Apple Podcast Channel.Join the study as I go deep into the Bible. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Romans 10:17.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/josh-monday-christian-and-conspiracy-podcast--6611118/support.

Welcometo Pastor's Chat. Today we continue to look at Luke chapter 22. At this point,we're with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. He's been praying with three ofHis disciples—Peter, James, and John. They've been sleeping while He's beenpraying. Interestingly,one version says that Jesus said, “Then cometh he to his disciples, andsaith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand,and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us begoing: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me.” (Matthew 26:45-46, KJV). I always wondered why Jesus would say,"Sleep on now, rise, let us be going." One of my devotionals pointedout that Jesus is saying, "Okay, wake up. Let it rest. You've beensleeping when you should have been praying. You can't reverse that. You shouldhave been seeking the face of God, watching for the temptation that was goingto come. Now it's too late to do that, so leave it behind you. Rise up, let'sbe going."  Wehave many failures in our lives. We need to let them sleep on, forgetting thethings which are behind and reaching for those things which are before. WhileHe was still speaking to the disciples and encouraging them to get up, Luketells us, "Behold, a multitude, and he who was called Judas, one of thetwelve, went before them and drew near to Jesus to kiss Him." But Jesussaid to him, "Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?"  I'veentitled this devotional "Betrayed with a Kiss." It makes me thinkabout the fact that here is Judas, one of the twelve disciples. Psalms 41:9,tells us that the Psalmist is referring to Jesus when He says, "My ownfamiliar friend who ate bread with Me has lifted up his heel against Me."So here is Jesus, a friend of Judas. In fact, one of the Gospels tells us thatHe actually called him friend when he came to betray Him (Matthew 26:57). Jesushas given Judas every opportunity to repent. Yet Judas, with a deceitful heart,with a hypocritical kiss—a sign of affection, love, and respect, which was howa student would greet their rabbi to show honor—comes and betrays Him.  TheGospel of Matthew tells us that Judas had told the group of soldiers and thechief priest, that he would give them a sign saying, “Whomsoever I shall kiss,the same is he, hold him fast" (Matthew 26:48).  He planned on betraying Jesus with a kiss. Howhypocritical is that? He would look like the friend and disciple of Jesus. "Faithfulare the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful"(Proverbs 27:6). Jesussays, "Are you going to betray Me with a kiss?" Don't youthink the Lord says that to you and me today in many ways? We go to church,sing the songs, lift up our hands, praise the Lord, worship with otherbelievers, and maybe even go to the altar and pray. But then we leave thechurch and live for self, the world, or the devil. We are betraying the Lordwith a kiss.  WhenJudas went and asked the chief priest, "How can I betray Jesus?" theyoffered thirty pieces of silver. It was as if he sold his soul to the devil. Weknow that at the supper with Jesus, Satan entered into him. He sold his soul tothe devil. When we make a choice to exchange Jesus for the world, you becomeservants to whom you yield yourselves to obey (Romans 6:16). Jesus on anearlier occasion had said, “This people draw nigh to me with their mouths,and honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me” (Matthew15:8).  So,my friend, we don't want to be in the position of a Judas. Make sure that ourkiss for Jesus is truly genuine from our hearts, honoring Him. Let's cling toJesus, just as Ruth did to Naomi. Orpah kissed her and went the other way, backto her gods in Moab, but Ruth clung to Naomi (Ruth 1:14-18). May we cling toJesus today and show Him our love with our life every moment of every day.  Isyour heart close to Jesus today or is it far away?Godbless!

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June 18, 2025 GUEST #1:Michael McCarthy,Pastor of Christ Fellowship ofBohemia, Long Island, NY, whowill address: “An OVERVIEW of the UPCOMINGFELLOWSHIP CONFERENCE NEWYORK” GUEST #2:Ryan Hemelaar,Australian street evangelist, apolo-gist, debater, podcast host & foun-der of NeedGod.net, who willaddress: “The RELIGIOUS CLIMATE & MOSTPREVALENT OPPOSITIONS to theGOSPEL in AUSTRALIA” Subscribe: Listen:

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But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her." Luke 10 begins with Jesus sending out the “seventy”.“Afterthese things the Lord appointed seventy others also, and sent them two by twobefore His face into every city and place where He Himself was about to go(v.1). Jesus calls and commissions them and gives them specific instructions. He tellsthem it will be difficult work (v 2), with danger (v. 3), with distractions(vv. 4-9), and with many discouragements as they are rejected (vv. 10-16). Today, like the seventy, we are called and sent as Christ'sambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:18-21). It is important that we be busyambassadors, taking the message of the Gospel to lost souls. Luke tells us thatthe seventy went before Him to every place“where He Himself was about to go”(v. 1). Today, we have the promise that Jesus goes with us everywhere that Hesends us.“…and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew28:20). In Luke 10:25-37, Jesus tells the story of the “Good Samaritan”after He was asked by the lawyer,“Who is my neighbor”. From this storywe also learn that it is essential for us to be merciful Samaritans, seeking tohelp exploited and hurting people who need God's mercy. We should be a “neighbor”to the person closest to us that has a need. If there is one thing that has jumped out at me so far aswe have been going through the Gospel of Luke, it is even though Jesusministered to the multitudes, He always took time to notice the individualclosest to Him that had a need. And even in Luke 8, He was willing to leave themultitudes and to “crossover” to the other side of the Sea of Galilee tominister to one demon possess man at Gadara. We are both ambassadors and neighbors! But before we canrepresent Christ as we should, or imitate Him in our caring ministry, we mustspend time with Him and learn from Him. We must "take time to beholy." As we look at this incident that took place in Bethany, we see andlearn that the greatest priority in our life is to be a “worshipper”! Back in Luke 9:51, it appears that Jesus has completed Hisfirst three years of ministry in the region of Galilee, and we are told:“Nowit came to pass, when the time had come for Him to be received up, that Hesteadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem”.  Just a short distance outside Jerusalem isthe village of Bethany where three of Jesus' friends lived, Martha, Mary, and theirbrother Lazarus. When Martha heard Jesus coming through her village on His wayto Jerusalem, Martha stopped Him and invited Him and His disciples to come inher house for a meal. And this is where we are introduced to her sister Mary. Thereare many women called Mary in the Gospels and this Mary is better known andidentified as Mary of Bethany. Mary of Bethany is seen three times in theGospel record, and on each occasion, she is in the same place: at the feet ofJesus. Here in this passage, she sat at His feet and listened to His Word (Luke10:39). Later on another occasion, in John 11:32, she fell at His feet andshared her grief because her brother Lazarus had died and Jesus wasn't there toheal him. Then in John 12:3, Mary and came to His feet and poured out herworship:“Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointedthe feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filledwith the fragrance of the oil.”   On this occasion in Luke 10, it appears that Martha was aserver and Mary was a worshipper. But as we look at this passage, we shouldlearn that we don't need to make the choice of one or the other. We should bedoing both. The danger is that we can get so busy serving that we forget toworship! We should be ambassadors, neighbors, and worshippers allthe time! God bless!

Are we, as Christians, so focused on our own needs that we're neglecting the communities and neighbors around us? Join us as we dive deep into this crucial question and challenge ourselves to live out the true gospel!Bullet Points (Key Takeaways):Recognizing a hyper-focus on personal problems and spiritual growth within the church, often overshadowing community needs.The importance of shifting from "What can God do for me?" to "What can I do for God?"Exploring the difference between emotional moments at the altar and genuine, transformative action in our communities.The dangers of self-centered thinking and how it can contribute to feelings of depression and isolation.Highlighting that serving others in need is key to finding true fulfillment and shifting our focus from ourselves.Understanding that Jesus' kingdom is about serving, not being served, and about caring for the marginalized, hurting and lost.The Salvation Army as a powerful example of practical and tangible outreach to meet both spiritual and physical needs.A personal story about encountering a woman walking miles down the road who was passed by churchgoers, highlighting the need to see those in need.Action items for practical ways to serve and be the hands and feet of Jesus includingReevaluating our prayer lives to include needs of others.Looking outward for community needs, and seeking opportunities to serve.Remembering that we are filled with the spirit to be a witness for Jesus.Rethinking church, making sure the lost and hurting are being reached.Abiding in Jesus so we can be the best at serving.A call to step out of our comfortable routines and into the streets where the real work of the kingdom is done.Call to Action:Don't just listen, be challenged to act! Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. Let's commit to making a difference in our communities, together! Share this video with someone who needs to hear this important message.Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerhttps://www.instagram.com/conradcarrikerhttps://twitter.com/MostRadicalManhttps://www.tiktok.com/@supernaturalchristianityFreebies for Listeners!AUDIBLE FREE TRIAL https://amzn.to/2MT9aQWReadwise free trial https://readwise.io/i/conrad8My Books:https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBookhttp://bit.ly/NightTerrorEbookT-Shirts https://teespring.com/stores/team-jesus-4PCloud Storage Promo https://partner.pcloud.com/r/75940PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ConradRocksAmazon Ministry Wish List: https://amzn.to/3AZ0IJn

In this episode, D. A. Carson discusses the importance of faithful biblical interpretation and the challenges facing the evangelical church today. D. A. Carson is Emeritus Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a cofounder and theologian-at-large of the Gospel Coalition and has written and edited nearly two hundred books including 'The Gospel and the Modern World: A Theological Vision for the Church' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “D. A. Carson on His Life, Vision for Ministry, and Biggest Influences”: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

Matthew 7:12 (ESV) The Golden Rule 12Sowhatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this isthe Law and the Prophets."