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The presence of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life is evident through wisdom, revelation, and empowerment. Yet, many followers of Jesus struggle to fully embrace the Spirit and remain open to its power and transformative work—both of which are essential for a vibrant, faith-filled life. References: "It is the same with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Evangelical Christianity believes it, but nobody experiences it. It (the Holy Spirit) lies under the snow, forgotten. I am praying that God may be able to melt away the ice from this blessed truth, and let it spring up alive again, that the Church and the people who hear may get some good out of it and not merely say 'I believe,' while it is buried under the snow of inactivity and nonattention." - A.W. Tozer

A.W. Tozer famously said, "What comes to our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." And yet most Christians don't know what to think about the Trinity. How do we wrap our minds around such lofty ideas? It feels too big or abstract. It seems impractical. So why talk about it? Because the night before Jesus died, when he wanted to give the disciples the most essential things that would carry them through very hard days ahead... guess what he talked about? Yes, the Trinity. Why? How would it help the disciples then, and how can it help us now? Let's talk about the joy of who God is and how he is sharing his inner life with us: "3-in-1" (John 14:15-21)

The presence of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life is evident through wisdom, revelation, and empowerment. Yet, many followers of Jesus struggle to fully embrace the Spirit and remain open to its power and transformative work—both of which are essential for a vibrant, faith-filled life. References: "How many blessed truths have gotten snowed under. People believe them, but they are just not being taught, that is all. I think of our experience this morning. Here was a man and his wife, a very fine intelligent couple from another city. They named the church to which they belonged, and I instantly said, 'That is a fine church!' 'Oh, yes,' they said, 'but they don’t teach what we came over here for.' They came over because they were ill and wanted to be scripturally anointed for healing. So I got together two missionaries, two preachers, and an elder, and we anointed them and prayed for them. If you were to go to that church where they attend and say to the preacher, 'Do you believe that the Lord answers prayer and heals the sick?' he would reply, 'Sure, I do!' He believes it, but he doesn’t teach it, and what you don’t believe strongly enough to teach doesn’t do you any good. It is the same with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Evangelical Christianity believes it, but nobody experiences it. It lies under the snow, forgotten. I am praying that God may be able to melt away the ice from this blessed truth, and let it spring up again alive, that the Church and the people who hear may get some good out of it and not merely say 'I believe' while it is buried under the snow of inactivity and nonattention. 'Lord, don’t let me be guilty of keeping the truth of the Holy Spirit’s ministry ‘buried under the snow.’ Help me to both teach and live the active presence and controlling power of the Holy Spirit today. Amen.'" - A.W. Tozer, How to be Filled with the Spirit “Everywhere I go, I find that God’s people lack something. They are hungry for something. Their Christian experience is not all that they expected.” - Billy Graham TRANSCRIPT

Getting Over The Burden Of Self (a heavy load) Tozer Pursuit of God Ch. 9 Great Christian author A W Tozer's Book Pursuit of God Ch. 9 Meekness & RestThank you for listening, our heart's prayer is for you and I to walk daily with Jesus, our joy and peace aimingforjesus.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@aimingforjesus5346 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aiming_for_jesus/ Threads https://www.threads.com/@aiming_for_jesus X https://x.com/AimingForJesus Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@aiming.for.jesus

The God We Worship | A.W. Tozer famously said, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” So what comes to your mind? An impersonal force? A cosmic life coach? An angry judge? This summer, we'll explore who God truly is—and what difference it makes to worship him with your whole life.

When Jesus asked this question two thousand years ago, He was alerting His followers about the prevailing spiritual condition of people on earth at the time of His return. Jesus knew the answer: the close of the age would be marked by a mass defection from the truth. What will they be falling away from? The faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. Let's look at the current defection from the faith leading toward total apostasy and what we can do about it.Show Notes:A.W. Tozer's book: The Knowledge of the HolyWill Jesus Find Faith? Read the article on Concerning The TimesText us for prayer, comments, or ministry questions.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

What is wisdom? What is righteousness? Who are the primary role-models in wisdom and righteousness in the Old Testament, and how do they point us to Christ? As we conclude our last episode in our Gospel Spice Proverbs series, Stephanie invites us to take a final look at what righteousness and wisdom truly are, and then we will gaze at the Face of Him who is our righteousness. We ponder perseverance and endurance in the faith in our struggle against lust--in whatever form. Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom On righteousness: Proverbs talks a lot about the righteous and the wicked, the lazy, the fool. It teaches by example—what is righteous by showing what is wicked.  The moment you accept Christ, life does not become a stroll in the park. Perseverance in your faith is the hallmark of your faithfulness. Your authenticity is proven by your walk. The walk of faith is a slow transformation with lots of roadblocks and dead-ends and detours, many coming from the past – past idols trying to trip you up in guilt and shame. But you are a new creation in Christ. You are the Bride of Christ, pure and blameless and spotless and righteous—not on your own strength but HIDDEN IN HIM. If you think that conversion is a fast-pass to transformation, you are in for a deception. Faith is slow-cooked more often than it is pressure-cooked, though both happen. Righteousness is valuing God above all else. It means that ethics and morality find their source in respecting God as the ultimate worth. Righteousness is more than doing the “right” thing: righteousness is valuing God as ultimate in all things. Valuing God as ultimate in all things is the ultimate right thing, and that is what makes you righteous in His eyes. Our righteousness is exhibited when we too value and respect the worth of God without wavering and upholding it in all that we do, to the nest of our strength in Christ. In other words, We as humans are to practice righteousness towards the goal of obtaining it, knowing it is already ours in Christ. On wisdom: Solomon was the wisest king who ever lived, yet we have seen that he didn't end so well. The consequences cannot be overstated. Proverbs extols wisdom associated with a man who, by everyone's judgment, was considered wise and is so to the present day. Yet he failed to live by wisdom. The result is further affirmation of the testimony of the Law, that our hope is in One. Even so great a force as wisdom, when it is nurtured and embraced, cannot rescue us from the evil that resides in our hearts. Solomon's details and bad ending, moral of the story: even the wisest man, apart from Christ, is not wise enough. “The universal Voice of God was by the ancient Hebrews often called wisdom.” (A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God) “This habit of explaining the Voice by appeals to natural law is at the very root of modern science. In the living, breathing cosmos there is a mysterious Something, too wonderful for any mind to understand. The believing man does not claim to understand. He falls to his knees and whispers, “God.” The man of the earth kneels, too, but not to worship. He kneels to examine, to search, to find the cause and the how of things.” A.W. Tozer Folly is looking for an explanation in the dirt of the earth, under the sun. Wisdom is knowing that God will be found above the sun. And so, wisdom, the voice of God, calls and searches the one who wants to cultivate their spiritual heart. If you have ever experienced inexplicable loneliness, or otherworldly longing, or a feeling of awe and wonder, a moment of light and lightness – that is the Voice of God guiding your spiritual heart to find your rest in Him. On wisdom from above, in the Face of Christ Jesus: Jesus describes the wisdom that is from above in His Sermon on the Mount. Take the Beatitudes and write them in reverse – you will get the wisdom from the world: accumulate riches. Be selfish. Be on the lookout for Number One. Live for this world alone. Jesus is not offering an opinion here. Jesus never gives opinions. He gives truth. HE KNOWS. His wisdom is not from under the sun like Solomon's. His wisdom is not the result of his study of human nature or nature itself. Jesus gives truth because He is fully God. He is speaking from within the intimacy of the Trinity.  His words are not opinions. They are truth. The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus' definition of wisdom that is from above. So, worship God, who is from above the sun. Worship Christ, the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature. This is taken from Hebrews 1:1-5, which tells us that God spoke wisdom through the Old Testament, in Proverbs for example, but that He went all out in Christ: "Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs." ---------------Note to PARENTS--------------- We CARE about your family!! As usual, Stephanie brings in a fictitious character to illustrate our theme. This week's trait is lust. Therefore, the initial illustration, while not explicit, might not be for the youngest ears--unless you are ready to answer spicy questions about intimate relations. Stephanie's mention is brief, but an inquisitive little heart may pick up on questions worth asking! Decide for yourself when to best listen to the first 5 minutes of this episode! Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom MORE ABOUT OUR FICTIONAL GUESTS Over the last few weeks, we have sought to cultivate God-centered hope, faith and joy by pondering wisdom from the Book of Proverbs. We have followed fictitious characters who have role-modeled various options open to us as believers. Today, we will conclude our series by highlighting key takeaways from each one. Samantha has shown us what foolishness is, so that we could know what wisdom from above means. We have seen that embracing Wisdom will bring us knowledge and discernment. We have learned how wisdom undergirds our God-breathed process towards deeper hope, faith and joy. Brian has exemplified the danger of refusing to let God be God. We called this “spiritual adultery,” and discovered guilt that leads to repentance and restoration. We have chosen to embrace integrity and truth in order to enjoy a clear conscience. Brian has shown us that our quest is rooted in our identity. Jessica lived a life rooted in fear and anxiety. She is learning to replace them with faith and trust. With her, we have chosen to embrace faith, as it will lead to peace and serenity. She would tell us that God's love for us is where our heart finds its rest. Lauren's life moved from self-pride to genuine humility. With her, we have embraced a Christ-centered humility that leads to God-honoring gratitude. With Lauren and Jessica, we have pondered this truth: fear stems from a delated view of God; pride stems from an inflated view of self. Eve chose to move away from her self-centered lifestyle, and towards selfless love. She has discovered that true God-grounded love leads to compassion. With her, we have identified the God-given challenge of the Christian life: to nurture our craving for the One who will never disappoint. John's life was deeply rooted in self-destructive greed. Idolatry happens when we love something—anything—more than God. We are all guilty. We all rob ourselves of joy when we choose greed. Because greed robs us of joy, we choose generosity and a purpose rooted in hope, faith and joy. Finally, Lizzie indulged in a lifestyle of selfish numbing and comfortable little pleasures. She created for herself a bubble that isolated her from the real world God had been inviting her to take her place in. We pondered the importance of self-control as the means to the life of freedom that God has for us. Hope, faith and joy are the expression of this God-given, God-glorifying freedom. Through all of them, we have seen that, when we become serious about our intimacy with God, distractions, dangers and hindrances will come knocking. Our life is a spiritual battleground. Our hearts will either side with God, or with the enemy of our soul. Hope, faith and joy lie in the balance. They are the means to the great Reward of life itself: intimacy with God. Worship is the secret of a vibrant relationship with God. Worship is valuing Him as ultimate in all things. First, it means that hope, faith and joy will not grow in the soil of your life without cultivating a heart of gratitude. Also, it means that there cannot be true worship without complete surrender to God's sovereignty. That is spiritual wisdom. Surrender is not adopting a martyr's pose in submission; it is the glad agreement that God is right. Such faith is cheerful, joyful, and approving. Worship is embracing the truth that God is wise, and that we grow in hope, faith and joy under the shadow of His wings, His wisdom, His guidance. Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? 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A. W. Tozer fue pastor, escritor y editor cristiano en el siglo XX. Sin formación académica, pero con hambre de Dios, influyó en la vida espiritual de miles con palabras cargadas de eternidad.SÍGUENOSSitio web: http://biteproject.com​​​x: https://twitter.com/biteproject​​​Podcast: https://anchor.fm/biteprojectTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biteprojectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/biteproject/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biteproject/​​​Créditos:Producido por: Giovanny Gómez Pérez y Pilar PrietoMúsica: Envato Elements.Generación de voces: Daniel Ángel.Edición de sonido y música: Jhon Montaña.

A. W. Tozer said, "true Christian experience must include a genuine encounter with God." Make a distinction between words and right action.

In this episode we talk with Tozer and Greg Fullmer (aka Fromer). 

Tozer and I continue our discussion with Raul and we learn how Raul got Vicente Fox, the former president of Mexico, to visit Raul's university. We also dive into the moral philosophy that Raul so effectively teaches his students.

In this episode Tozer and I talk with Raul Rodriguez, who has one of the most impressive life stories I've ever heard. I think you'll really enjoy hearing about Raul's life and the impact Tozer had on it it.

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings highlights A.W. Tozer's observation that despite varied backgrounds, the great saints all shared a keen spiritual receptivity—recognizing God's presence and actively responding to it. He urges us to move beyond mere awareness and seek God wholeheartedly.

In this episode we talk with Casey Bergeson, one of Tozer's first "roommates" and one of Tozer's closest friends.

In this episode we discuss why Tozer moved from Idaho Falls to Los Alamos. We also learn how Tozer became the Father of LANL's Information System that tracks hazardous waste. 

When a relationship starts to break down, the damage isn't always obvious at first. Small moments of distance, unspoken resentment, or the pressure of outside stress can quietly chip away at the foundation. A demanding career only adds to the strain, making it easy to prioritize work while the relationship fades into the background. Over time, what once felt unshakable can turn into something fragile, where both people feel more like strangers than partners. Dee Tozer, an internationally recognized psychologist and couples master coach, specializes in repairing relationships after betrayal. Author of Affair Repair and Get Your Relationship Right, she has over 30 years of experience helping high-achieving couples overcome infidelity and emotional disconnection. Today, she highlights how disapproval—through criticism, contempt, and negative communication—erodes relationships, often leading to emotional affairs and deeper disconnect. Stay tuned! Resources: Dee Tozer | The International Master for Infidelity Recovery & Repair… for High Achieving Couples Follow Dee Tozer on Facebook Connect with Dee Tozer on LinkedIn

TO THIS MAN WILL I LOOK   “To this man will I look, to him who is humble and contrite of spirit and trembles at my word.” —Isaiah 66:2     The context of this statement is the building of a house for Him. God confronts the absurdity of thinking He is contained by space. Nothing can contain Him. Yet, there is nothing outside of Him. Hannah Whithall Smith once wrote, “People are always trying to enter God's presence but when I read the Bible I see that you cannot get out of it.” Part of the error of the human perspective is that God is like us. That He is here and not there or He must arrive or that He has left. Though we know that the glory of God can depart and manifest, God when understood rightly, envelops all things. He sees, hears and rules all. Tozer once wrote, “The Christian believes, ‘God is there' while the mystic believes that ‘God is here.” In other words, the truth is not merely that God exists, but that you are before Him in all that you do. Humility and the recognition of the all-present one are inseparable. Recently, the drama amongst Christian ministers is at the highest point I have ever witnessed it.  I have found the best way to communicate with each side is to keep before my eyes that the Lord is here. Present. Listening. Let us absorb and conduct ourselves from this revelation of God from God, “heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool. Where is the house you will build for me? Has my hand not made everything?” Yesterday I was on a plane returning from preaching at the Chicago HUB conference. From the plane I saw the Disney fireworks show.  A show that I have seen many times. This perspective of the show was much different.  Those massive, loud and bright bursts that squint the eye and pain the ear covering the entire sky above were as small as an app icon on my iPhone.  From this height I heard nothing and could cover the entire show with my pinky.  Maybe the height or our lives is determined by the greatness of our God.  If we think God comes and goes, is here and leaves, can be contained in our auditorium the world is loud, large and squints the eye. But if we believe He is the omnipresent one and nothing is done in the dark or behind his notice, we can raise to that altitude where the greatest displays of men are smaller than a child's hand.   After the Creator of all things declares His greatness, He then swoops down from the highest heavens to the crawling worm and whispers, “To this man will I look.” Breathtaking utterance - Yaweh has revealed to all men what it is that He searches for. John Trapp translates it, “I have an eye to thee.” Giving a romance tone like that old Flamingos tune, “I Only Have Eyes For You.” Brian Simmons comments, “There is one my eyes are drawn to…” Motyer translates it, “For this one I will look.” We have both an understanding that God notices and searches for this one.    “To this man will I look…” He will turn His countenance towards this man.  His countenance is His blessing, keeping, graciousness and peace (Numbers 6). His countenance is that shining of His face.  He lights upon this man.   What other heaven is there? God's face? The very thing God calls us to seek, “Seek my face.”  That very thing David determined to seek, “Your face Lord will I seek.” His presence and person overshadows the humble.    I want to call attention to the fact that man is thinking house and God is thinking humility.  Man thinks building and God thinks bowing. Man thinks place, God thinks person. Man says, “do?” God says “look.”  Yaweh discloses, “Humility attracts Me!” Andrew Murray defines humility as, “The sense of our entire nothingness.” A true faith that prostrates itself before all that God has revealed Himself to be.  Isaac Ambrose cautions us, “if at anytime the soul begins to feel advanced in regard to the accomplishment of duty and spiritual things let us fall down before God and humble ourselves for the pride in our hearts.” Who are the humble? Motyer says they are “those ready to take the lowest place.” For He who is little in his own eyes will not be troubled to be little in the eyes of others. The high mountains are barren but the low valleys are fruitful. Accordingly the showers of God's grace fall into lowly hearts.    Those who are humble are “contrite of spirit.” Notice that it doesn't say, “contrite” only.  Rather it says, “contrite of spirit.” Meaning, it is not a moment of contrition but a way of contrition.  It is not merely an appeal for mercy but a disposition of mercy. It is recognition of a great need for mercy.  An awareness of frailty. A friend said to me today, “I am as messed up as everyone else, I just want to be honest about it.” Dane Ortlund said, “I went from being an unaware screw up to an aware screw up.”  It is living with a ‘need for mercy' frame of mind. Motyer translates it, “crippled in spirit.” The word, astoundingly is the same word used in 2 Samuel 4:4;9:8 for Mephibosheth. Saul's disabled son. A lameness. A deep sense of the damage of sin and helplessness to please God in ourselves. Earnest Kevan wrote, “Sin so crippled man's moral powers that he cannot perform anything that is truly acceptable to God.” Another Theologian writes that it is to “recognize a radical defect that runs from top to bottom.” The natural man is like water on a hill, left to itself it quickly runs downward. Brian Simmons comments that this imparts a “tenderness” of spirit. The man who knows his personal deformity is granted Christ's beauty.   Martin Lloyd Jones wrote, “The way to become poor in spirit is to look at God.” How do we make our souls dwell in the valley of humility - in view of God look at humanity. All that you are, see your own soul, all you have and do not have. Look upon your body, remember your actions and lack of actions, see your condition, sufferings, home life, incidents with others, seldom virtues. How often you have placed self first, preferred yourself, made yourself the center, forgotten to think of others or even to consider God. Your lack of constant joy, peace, trust, patience, peace, selflessness. You do not know if you will live tomorrow or not.  “If the Lord wills you, you will do this or that.” How little time you have and that it is not yours anyway.    Those who are humble and contrite of spirit tremble at his word. From a crippling faith in God the humble live with a great value of His word. To tremble at His word means we believe it. It is important to us. His spoken words are more valuable than 10,000 gold and silver pieces. The crippled man finds His treasure to be God's word. Brian Simmons comments, “living in awe of all I say.” Motyer defines treasuring God's word as, “longing to obey it. To receive it not as the words of man but the very creative word of God.” For the word of God is not “inspired” but “expired.” The God-breathed word. It is God extending Himself to us. Thomas Watson calls the word of God, “the sundial by which we set our lives.” As Luther told us to remember, “the Scriptures did not grow on earth.”    There is a story of a young boy on a ship whose mother gave him a bible. With it she told him, “Whatever happens in your life, never let this book go.” The ship wrecked, his parents drowned and the boy was found holding only his bible.  The Captain asked him why he chose to save his bible over everything else. He said, “My mother told me, no matter what happens in life, never let this book go.” When they arrived on land, the captain took the orphaned boy to a Christian merchant that he knew. After telling the story to the merchant that captain said, “I thought he might be a Christian.” The merchant gladly received the boy and said, “He who holds on to the word in peril is a Christian indeed.”    Lady Jane Gray was made fun of by her peers for reading the Bible while they all played. Her response was, “All amusements are but a shadow of the pleasures which I enjoy reading this book.”    In summary - amidst all the trials, temptations, and thunder storms of this short life, amidst all the different opinions throughout human existence, amidst all the joys and pleasures of living, there is one kind of person that God looks for and looks at.  Upon this one and this one only does God cast the light of His favor and face. The one whose faith has brought him low, crippled his life and clings to God through His word.     

All of us want the power of God to be evident in our lives. But how is this accomplished? John discusses A.W. Tozer's Five Vows for Spiritual Power as a convicting and helpful tool in pursuing spiritual growth.

All of us want the power of God to be evident in our lives. But how is this accomplished? John discusses A.W. Tozer's Five Vows for Spiritual Power as a convicting and helpful tool in pursuing spiritual growth.

Why was the crucifixion necessary? In this provoking Good Friday episode of Tent Talk Podcast, Nancy McCready reminds us that Jesus didn't just die for our sins - He died to put to death our entire old nature. The crucifixion wasn't about self-improvement. It was God's radical solution to restore sons to Himself. Christ's death allows us to die to our self-exalting ways and be resurrected as true sons who honor Him above all else. Will we live as sons unto the Father? Will we honor Him above all else? This is what the crucifixion and resurrection are all about. Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/The-Restoration-3.0.pdf LINKS The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer: https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-Updated-W-Tozer/dp/1622452968 The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

Why do we call it Good Friday when everything about that day looked anything but good?In this episode, we dive deep into the most pivotal moment in human history—the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. What looked like defeat was actually the setup for the greatest victory ever known. We'll unpack the pain, the prophecy, the betrayal, and the brilliance of the cross.From Roman nails to heavenly purpose, from silent Saturday to resurrection power—this episode walks you through the mystery, the meaning, and the majesty of the cross. Featuring raw storytelling, scripture from multiple translations, theological insight, and quotes from giants like C.S. Lewis, Tozer, and Spurgeon.If you've ever questioned God's silence in your suffering…If you've ever wondered what love really looks like…If you're hungry for hope in a world full of chaos…This one's for you.Because Jesus didn't say, “I am finished.”He said, “It is finished.” And that changed everything.

The Easter season is the amazing revelation of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ…and the restoration of all things. In this episode of Tent Talk Podcast, we glean from A. W. Tozer's The Pursuit of God, which reminds us that in our pursuit of God, we often forget a fundamental truth: true restoration comes from recentering ourselves with our Creator. This Easter season, let's remember that our salvation isn't just a judicial change, but a complete restoration of our relationship with God. As Tozer beautifully puts it, "Essentially, salvation is the restoration of a right relation between man and his Creator, a bringing back to normal of the creator-creature relation." Are you ready to step out of the world's parade and fully embrace your relation to Him? Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/The-Restoration-2.0.pdf LINKS The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer: https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-Updated-W-Tozer/dp/1622452968 The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

“It is possible to be a follower of Jesus without being a disciple; to be a camp-follower without being a soldier” (Barclay). But ”what is the benefit, my fellow believers, if someone claims to have faith but has no [good] works [as evidence]? Can that [kind of] faith save him? [No, a mere claim of faith is not sufficient—genuine faith produces good works]” (James 2.14). “Salvation apart from obedience is unknown in the sacred Scriptures” (A.W. Tozer).Get my FREE Bible Colour Code

In this raw and timely “here you go” episode—recorded from a bustling Starbucks—Nancy McCready shares a provoking word about the restoration of all things to God. So often, our focus is on what needs to be restored to us, but Jesus came because the Father desired to have a vast family of sons who are in the image of His Son. Reading from Acts 3, we look at repentance, refreshing, and full restoration to Him. God's plan isn't just to erase our sins. It's to fully restore us to our original purpose - living in oneness with Him. Are you ready to step into His continual refreshing and be part of His grand plan of restoration to Him? The plan has never changed. Plan A is still on! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/The-Restoration-1.0.pdf LINKS The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer: https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-Updated-W-Tozer/dp/1622452968 The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

He's living your life. What does that truth do to the weight on your shoulders? To the knot in your stomach, to the ache in your chest? Nothing will happen that isn't in accordance with His will. What you think is breaking you is only the beginning of the miracle you've been praying for. Trust Him.Jesus, I trust in You.Lay down your fears,Kiss the wounds,And remember... it's already done.The Cross is your portal.Through every tear, the veil is torn.Through every prayer, you cross over.He's saying,“Sit like it. Smile like it. Because you've already won.”I Love you, nik _________________________--Wake Up to Love, and pray the Holy Rosary, pray the LOVE with us LIVE every weekday morning at 4:44 am ET

Think back to the last time you lost your Peace.What was it?Who was it?Did it pull you into ego, out of Love?What if you could see it differently today?What if you met it with Love?Close your eyes.Feel Love like you're holding a sleeping baby, watching a blazing sunset, or standing under a tree stretching towards heaven. Now, look at the world through this Love.Through His eyes.Everything is Love.Even the hard things, the painful moments.They're here to burn, purify, transform.Offer your suffering.Throw it into God's hands.Draw out peace, hope, grace.Stay in His presence.Pray His name softly, under your breath,“Jesus, help me.”Know that He is enough.His love is enough.When you feel the pull of the world,stop, put your hand over your heart,and whisper, “Thank you, Jesus. You are enough.”This love changes you.It anchors you.You're not the same,and you can't go back now.Keep walking forward in faith.Every stumble, every heartbreak, every moment of doubtonly brings you closer to Him.And as you rise,you shine.I love you, nik _________________________--Blessed Rosaries are back in stock!--Wake Up to Love, and pray the Holy Rosary, pray the LOVE with us LIVE every weekday morning at 4:44 am ET

Lead Pastor Stephen Feith concludes the powerful 12-week "A Life That Matters" series with a profound exploration of surrender as the gateway to significance. As Jesus approaches Jerusalem in Luke 18-19, we witness both the anticipation of Palm Sunday and the heartbreak of misunderstanding that follows. Through encounters with a blind beggar who sees with spiritual clarity and a wealthy tax collector whose surrender transforms his entire life, Jesus demonstrates that recognizing our need is the first step toward true discipleship.The tension between human expectations and divine reality becomes increasingly clear as the cross approaches. While the disciples and crowds want glory without suffering and transformation without discomfort, Jesus redefines power, purpose, and the very nature of God's kingdom. Through tears, he mourns for those who miss the peace he offers because it doesn't match their expectations—a challenge that resonates powerfully with our modern desire for comfort over surrender.This message delivers a convicting reminder that surrender isn't weakness but requires tremendous strength. It isn't a one-time decision but a daily rhythm of letting go—of our preferences, our control, and our version of the story—to embrace God's greater purpose. Through honest reflection, humble confession, faithful stewardship, and persistent trust, we discover that what appears to be loss becomes the doorway to the life that truly matters.Whether you're wrestling with areas of stubborn control or simply feeling stuck in your spiritual journey, this message offers a liberating perspective: the path to glory always runs through surrender. As A.W. Tozer wisely noted, "Many remain troubled because they haven't yet come to the end of themselves." What might change if we stopped trying to give orders and fully surrendered to the King who gave everything for us?Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

Mar 23, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHJulian Solis, Spiritual Formation PastorHow Low Can Grand Parkway Go?Philippians 2:5-111. Think like Christ in your relationships (v. 5)."Has it ever occurred to you that one hundred pianos all tuned to the same fork are automatically tuned to each other? They are of one accord by being tuned, not to each other, but to another standard to which each one must individually bow.” A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God2. Give like Christ, who gave His life for you (vv. 6–8).Matthew 23:12 Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.Matthew 20:25-283. Allow the Father to lift you up (v.9-11).Isaiah 45:23Mental Worship:  1. In what ways are selfish ambition, rivalry, or pride showing up in your life right now (vv. 3–4)? 2. This passage calls us to have the mind of Christ. Where do you see yourself living this out well, and where is there room for growth (v. 5)? 3. As a Christian, you're thankful that Jesus humbled himself and gave his life for your sins. Following that pattern of the cross, how might God be calling you to humble yourself and give today (vv. 6–8)? 4. Where is the Lord pressing you to live this out most— your church, home, work, or community?

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-9, Luke 9:28-36, Psalm 104:2, John 14:8-9 Pastor's teaching on Jesus' transfiguration on a mountain top with Jesus, Peter, James, John, Elijah, Moses and the Voice of God brings this series of God's Ten Words to a conclusion.  It's a surprise ending, because how could Jesus' transfiguration be remarkably connected to God's Ten Commandments, while also having a tremendous application to what we have been studying these past weeks? When Jesus was transfigured his face glowed like the sun. The three disciples Jesus brought along are in awe and amazed. Psalm 104:2 says, “The Lord wraps himself in light as with a garment;” The disciples knew the psalms well, did this verse come to mind as they saw Jesus shining so bright?  They are witnessing the true revelation of who Jesus is.  True God and true man - God-man who has come to deliver us all.  Then suddenly Moses and Elijah appear with them as a cloud (the presence of God) comes over the entire group and they hear the Voice of God, “This is My Son who I love.  With Him I am well pleased.  Listen to Him.” Jesus is revealed as the Son of the Living God. God in the flesh who has come to earth to deliver us all. Why do Moses and Elijah appear?     1.    Both were devout followers of God     2.    Both had unique ends to their lives on earth     3.    Both went to Mt. Sinai     4.    Both heard God speak at Mt. Sinai     5.    But neither of them saw God's face.   But today, at Jesus' transfiguration Moses, Elijah, John, Peter and James all saw the face of God as revealed in the face of Jesus, the Living God. John 14: 8-9 tells us, “Philip said, “Lord, show us the Father and that will be enough for us.” Jesus answered: “Don't you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father'?” Jesus revealed Himself to them. He is the Living God, the Deliverer and He alone saves and He is our only Hope because apart from Him we have nothing. And then suddenly it is just Jesus and the 3 disciples. Jesus tells them not to tell anyone about what they have just witnessed until after His is risen from the dead.. (but they didn't understand what He was talking about or what He meant.) In summary, The Ten Commandments are brilliant, powerful and profound instructions from God, but they can't save us - they are like a curb, a mirror and a guide but they don't save us. In Jesus, the Messiah, are revealed grace and truth and He alone can save. He willingly went to the cross to bring us righteousness as He bore our sin on Himself.. A. W. Tozer says, “The only sin Jesus ever had was ours.  The only righteousness we can ever have is His.” We are encouraged to follow the Ten Commandments, but that will never save us.  There's only Jesus, the Living God, The Living Word of God, The Word that became flesh who can do that! Now What? Learn about God at  https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. Check out the video from our website: https://www.awakeusnow.com/ten-words Check out the video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaaqrC3dMOwt1kzFvsbAtGq6PLMPCn65 Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

Your comments are welcome! Send a text my way!There are many topics in Scripture that can lead to controversy and unfortunately separation from true Christians when we should really still be together as one in spite of many of our differences. Certainly, one of the greatest topics of battles through the years has been the issue of election, which was basically defined and codified in John Calvin's famous work "The Institutes of the Christian Religion." This episode of 2Days Denarius focuses on a short devotional by the famous late minister and author A. W. Tozer, in which he, in short and strait order, laid out a small case in favor of God's choosing grace and dependence on Him over a man-made decision process in one's salvation. This podcast graciously covers this topic from some biblical and historical viewpoints. We should never afraid to look at difficult topics in Scripture. They are there for us to study with open heart and mind, through the illuminating power of the Holy Spirit. Let's take a listen together and praise God for his Amazing Grace!Devotional reading for this episode comes from "Mornings with Tozer: Daily Devotional Readings" by A. W. Tozer and Gerald B. Smith, 2008. Chicago: Moody Publishers. Theme songs "Holy Is the Lord" is used by permission of song writer/performer Pastor Steve Hereford of the Changed By Grace Church in Jacksonville, FL. His inspirational Scripture songs and albums are available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and my other streaming services under search name: Steve Hereford.2Days Denarius is a Bible believing teaching ministry devoted to the inerrancy, infallibility, and authority of Scripture as our only rule of faith and practice. It also holds to the doctrinal tenets of the London Baptist confession of 1689. This ministry may be reached at 2daysdenarius@gmail.com Material used in this podcast are provided under the educational and commentary provisions of Section 207 of the Fair Use Act of 1976.

Explore the profound depth of God's love as Jonny Ardavanis and Hank Bowen break down 10 remarkable aspects of God's love from Psalm 103. This episode examines how God's holy love transforms our understanding of salvation, forgiveness, and our intimacy with Him.Learn why A.W. Tozer believed that "what comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you" and discover why understanding God's holiness is essential to experiencing His love fully. Jonny explains how God loves each person as if they were the only one to love, and why this truth should be the most soul-satisfying element of our lives.Key topics include:Why God's love is holy, forgiving, and satisfyingThe meaning of God's "loving kindness" (chesed) and its eternal natureHow God demonstrates His love through ChristThe fatherly dimension of God's infinite lovePractical ways to experience God's transforming love dailyWhether you're struggling to feel God's love or seeking deeper spiritual understanding, this conversation provides biblical insights that will renew your perspective on God's amazing love.Watch VideosVisit the Website Buy Consider the LiliesFollow on Instagram

St. Patrick's Day & The Greatest Story Ever ToldSummary:In this special St. Patrick's Day episode, Dick Foth shares the remarkable story of St. Patrick, a British-born captive turned missionary who helped shape the spiritual history of Ireland. With his signature storytelling warmth, Dick draws a parallel between Patrick's journey and the greatest story ever told—the life of Jesus. Along the way, he reflects on his own milestone: beginning his 81st trip around the sun. This episode blends history, faith, and personal reflection, celebrating the power of story to illuminate life's deepest truths.Podcast Notes & Chapters

In this episode of Sundays with Tozer, we talk with Zairrick Wadsworth, one of the great wrestlers from Idaho, and one of the great coaches in Idaho, who likely would have never attended college if not for Tozer. 

In this episode we discuss how Tozer helped me get recruited out of high school, and we discuss the movie Oppenheimer, given that Tozer spent more than a decade at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

I believe I remember A.W. Tozer writing about how we live inthe age of a humanistic Christianity. Which means it is all about me! What Godand others can do for me. Instead of what I can do for Christ and others.  The sad truth isthat we have raised a generation of irresponsible, disrespectful people becausethey think it is all about them. “Have your own way”. “Do it your way”. “Whatdo you want to do”. “Follow your heart”. These are all indications of a humanisticheart and philosophy of life. It appears that today most Christians have alsogot caught up in this stream of materialism in America. Someone said it sowell, “We live in the day of rat race! We buy things we don't need, with moneywe don't have, to impress people we don't even like”.  The Gospels are full of verses where Jesus deals with thesubject of money, greed, and covetousness. In His first recorded message in Matthew6:19-21, Jesus said, “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, wheremoth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up foryourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and wherethieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heartwill be also.” Do you want to know where your heart really is? Look in yourcheck book, look in your credit card statements. See what you spend your moneyand time on, who and what you give your money to.  Jesus basically spends the rest of this chapter dealingwith the subject of covetousness and how to avoid this sin of idolatry that hasdestroyed so many families and lives. First, we need to realize that this sinof covetousness is something that comes from within the heart. Notice whatJesus said this certain rich man did. “He thought within himself…”.  He didn't get his friends and neighbors aroundhim and get upon a soap box and proclaim publicly to everyone, “Look at me! I havespent my life working very hard and now am a very wealthy man.” Jesus also said this man was a fool, not because he wasrich, but because he didn't realize the brevity of his life. The very night he thathe thought about what he would do with his wealth, he died and left his hard-earnedmoney and wealth to others, who would probably waste it. Solomon spoke aboutthis in Ecclesiastes 2:15-20. The rich man also revealed his heart by what he said. “Hethought within himself, saying…”.  You can't help but notice all the I's and “My's”.“What shall I do, since I have no room to store mycrops?' So he said, 'I will do this: I will pull down my barnsand build greater, and there I will store all my crops and mygoods. And I will say to my soul, "Soul, you havemany goods laid up for many years; take your ease; eat, drink, and bemerry." It is obvious that his heart was all about himself and whathe wanted. This is the essence of humanism and the sin of idolatry! The truthis, it is not about making a living, it is about learning how to live. We shouldn'twonder why our children are so materialistic, when we teach them that they mustget a “good education” so that they can make a good living. And we fail toteach them to live for the eternal.  Colossians 3:1-7 is a great reminder of the importance of livingfor the eternal things of God: “If then you were raised with Christ, seekthose things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand ofGod. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.... When Christ who is our lifeappears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Therefore put to deathyour members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evildesire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Because of these things thewrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience, 7 in which you yourselvesonce walked when you lived in them.” Idolatry is the worship of anything that gets between youand God. May God help us not to be a fool like the rich man in this story. God bless!

A.W. Tozer once wrote in The Knowledge of the Holy, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Our understanding of God influences everything—including how we handle what He has entrusted to us.In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus tells a story that reveals how our perception of God directly affects our stewardship. Three servants are given different amounts of money while their master is away. Two invest what they receive and are rewarded for their faithfulness. The third, however, buries his portion out of fear. His failure wasn't just financial—it was a failure of understanding his master's character.A Misunderstanding That Led to FearAt first glance, the punishment of the third servant might seem extreme. After all, he didn't lose the money—he simply didn't invest it. But Jesus' parable isn't just about financial stewardship; it's about how we see God.The third servant viewed his master as “a hard man” (Matthew 25:24), someone to be feared rather than trusted. His words reveal the issue of his heart:“Master, I knew that you are a hard man, harvesting where you have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed. So I was afraid and went out and hid your gold in the ground.” - Matthew 25:24-25His fear of failure led him to inaction. Instead of seeing an opportunity, he saw a trap. Instead of seeing generosity, he saw harshness. And because of that, he did nothing.This is the danger of a wrong view of God. When we perceive Him as an unrelenting taskmaster, we shrink back—afraid to fail, hesitant to step out, reluctant to engage with what He has given us. We bury our talents—whether our time, resources, or gifts—assuming He is more interested in punishment than partnership. But Scripture reminds us:“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment.” - 1 John 4:18Faith and Trust Lead to FruitfulnessIn contrast, the first two servants acted in faith. They saw their master as someone worth serving, embracing their responsibility with joy. They took risks, multiplied what they had been given, and were met with their master's praise:“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!” - Matthew 25:21The master's reward wasn't just about productivity—it was an invitation into deeper joy. Their faithfulness wasn't about money; it was about trust. They trusted their master's goodness and acted boldly.Many struggle with obedience because they see it as a burden rather than an opportunity. But the faithful servants understood something key: what they had been given actually belonged to their master, and stewarding it well was a privilege.Jesus invites us to partner with Him in His work, not because He needs us, but because He delights in working through us. Paul describes this beautifully:“For we are co-workers in God's service; you are God's field, God's building.” - 1 Corinthians 3:9We are not slaves cowering under a harsh master—we are co-laborers in His kingdom. When we understand this, our perspective on obedience changes. Giving, serving, and using our gifts for His glory are no longer seen as obligations but as privileges.Living as Faithful StewardsThe real tragedy of the third servant is that he never truly knew his master. His false perception led to his inaction, and his master's response is sobering:“Throw that worthless servant outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” - Matthew 25:30This warning isn't just about stewardship—it's about our hearts. If we live in fear and refuse to trust God, we will miss out on the joy of His kingdom. In fact, I would venture to say that when some meet Jesus, they may not hear, “I never knew you,” but rather, “You never knew Me.”But if we truly know Him, we will step forward in faith, eager to invest our lives in His work.God invites us to see Him as He truly is—loving, generous, and trustworthy. When we do, we won't shrink back in fear—we will step forward in faith. Like the faithful servants in the parable, we will hear His words of joy:“Well done, good and faithful servant.”Let's live as stewards who know our Master—trusting in His goodness and investing in His kingdom with boldness and joy.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:My daughter has $20,000 in credit card debt across five cards. With her husband incarcerated, she's struggling to make the $800 monthly minimum payments. I'm looking for a way to help her consolidate the debt and get a lower interest rate so she can start paying it down.We've been offered a good price to sell our 14-year-old business, but I'm concerned about the capital gains taxes we'll owe. Besides investing in our IRAs, are there any other strategies we can use to reduce the taxes we'll have to pay on the sale?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazineThe Knowledge of the Holy: The Attributes of God: Their Meaning in the Christian Life by A.W. TozerCross InternationalChristian Credit CounselorsNational Christian Foundation (NCF)Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look 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.

Do you believe the God you say you believe in? Do you believe He will do for you what scripture says He will? Do you know who He is?Today we explore what might keep you from being able to stay firmly rooted in faith when the floor is falling out from beneath you. And sometimes we have to go back to fundamentals to figure out exactly what it is we believe about God. Resources Mentioned:·       Another Beautiful Life: A Christian's Journey to Finding Peace and Healing in Brokenness by Tricia Zody https://a.co/d/hoPKsBO·       A. W. Tozer, The Attributes of God: Deeper into the Father's Heart·       Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest·       Get the 6 Days of “About God” Reflection Series: https://www.triciazody.com/podcasttranscripts (You must comment on this episode's transcript to active the emails to your inbox.)·       For more tools, questions for reflection, and resources to help you on your journey, download the Listener's Guide for this episode: https://www.triciazody.com/guideScriptures Mentioned:·       2 Corinthians 10:5; Matthew 5:48; Isaiah 41:10; Jeremiah 29:13 Are you wondering how Life Coaching works? Would you like a free, 30-minute session? Click this link to set up a Consult Call: https://calendly.com/triciazodylifecoach/30minConnect:Website: www.triciazody.comFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tricia.zody/  and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triciazody/Register for the FREE Emotions Workshop - Feb. 24, 2025 @ 2p CT - HERE!

In this episode: John 3:16, worlds most popular verse, Born again, A.W. Tozer, Heliopolis, Sun Temple, Egypt, Obelisk, Pillars, Cleopatras Needle, In Out burger, Tim Tebow, Surgeons Sermons, eternal life, the beloved son, Wesley Hymn. Become a supporter and get unlimited questions turned into podcasts at: www.patreon.com/theologyandapologetics YouTube Channel: Theology & Apologetics www.youtube.com/channel/UChoiZ46uyDZZY7W1K9UGAnw Instagram: www.instagram.com/theology.apologetics Websites: www.ezrafoundation.org www.theologyandapologetics.com

In this episode, we're diving deep into an astonishing truth about Heaven's streets of gold and what it teaches us about abundance, provision, and God's priorities. Spoiler: Heaven's economy makes Earth's GDP look like pocket change. But more importantly, it reshapes how we view money, trust, and the infinite resources of God.

“In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with tow he flew. 3 And one called to another and said: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!' 4 And the posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 So I said: ‘Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.' 6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. 7 And he touched my mouth with it, and said: ‘Behold, this has touched your lips; your iniquity is taken away, and your sin purged.'” Isaiah 6:1-7“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” Matthew 5:8PURE (adj.): not mixed or adulterated with any other substance or material“But as He who call you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, ‘you shall be holy, for I am holy.'” 1 Peter 1:15-16“Our lack of purity is an expression of our belief in the nature and person of God. The answer to being pure is not in action alone but in belief that proceeds these actions. It's not just about not sinning. But for better it is to learn who God really is. To look to Jesus and see him as pure.”- Jackie Hill Perry“1 In the year King Uzziah died, I saw…”“1…I saw the LORD sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of his robe filled the temple.”“2 Above it stood seraphim: each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew.”“3 Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; The whole earth is full of His glory.”“Holiness means ‘separation' and is translated sanctify or purity”- David Hoching“To say the Lord is holy says something. To say the Lord is holy, holy, says more. To say holy, holy, holy is the LORD is to declare this holiness in the highest possible degree.”- David Guzik“Holy is the way God is. To be holy He does not conform to a standard. He is that standard. He is absolutely holy with an infinite, incomprehensible fullness of purity that is incapable of being other than it is. Because he is holy, his attributes are holy. That is whatever we think of belonging to God must be thought of a holy.”- A. W. Tozer“4 The posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke.”“5 So I said: ‘Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.'”“After seeing the holy God, Isaiah then saw himself.”- Jackie Hill PerryThe holiness of God magnified the unholiness of himself“We have a ridiculously low view of sin and an equally mediocre grasp of the holiness of God.”- Jackie Hill Perry“We have all become like one who is unclean, and all out righteous deeds are like a polluted garment.” Isaiah 64:6“6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar? And he touched my mouth with it, and said ‘Behold, this has touched your lips; your iniquity is taken away, and your sin is purged.'”Holiness mandates purificationagiazo (ah-yea-zo): to make holy; to be set apart for service to God and to abandon practices that displease him“Sanctification is the progressive work of God to make a believer more like Jesus Christ”- Grace Seming“Sanctification is the process of becoming more like Christ in our conduct and in character”- Mike Sulivan“The goal of sanctification is to renew men's and women's hearts in God's image”- John Wesleyhe sets us apart (sanctified) to be set apart (holy)refined as: 1) with impurities or unwanted elements having been removed by processing. 2) developed or improved so as to be precise or subtle“For He (God) is like a refiner's fire or a launder's soup. He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; he will purify the Levites and refine them like gold and silver. Then the LORD will have men who will bring offerings in righteousness.” Malachi 3:2-3“Nevertheless, when one turns to the Lord (aka when one repents/looks/beholds), the veil is taken away (salvation)….But we all with unveiled face (saved), beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord (God's image), are being transformed (sanctification/refined) into the same image (God's) from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.”  2 Corinthians 3:16,18“God made us to image Himself. To exist in the world in such a way that when observed, whoever looked at us could accurately imagine God.”- Jackie Hill Perry“Holiness is the everyday business of the Christian. It evidences itself in the decisions we make and the things we do, hour by hour, day by day.”- Charles ColsonAs we behold him, we encounter his holiness. His holiness exposes our unholiness. His holiness then mandates purification. As we respond to this call, and turn to him, he refines us. He sanctifies us and makes us purified. And now pure, we can see him, even more brilliantly. and reflect him even more accurately.“I believe that as you see Him as He is, you'll want to be just like Him too. Holy.”- Jackie Hill Perry

Send me a Text Message!For this episode I simply want to give you the words of the prayer I close with. It's a prayer from A. W. Tozer and is the response of a heart with a deep longing for God. I hope you will listen to this episode and make this prayer your own today.O God, I have tasted Your goodness, and it has both satisfied me and made me thirsty for more. I am painfully conscious of my need of further grace. I am ashamed of my lack of desire. O God, the Triune God, I want to want you. I long to be filled with longing; I thirst to be made more thirsty still. Show me Your glory, I pray that I may know You indeed. Begin in mercy a new work of love within me.  Say to my soul ‘Rise up my love and come away.' Then give me the grace to rise and follow You, up from this misty lowland where I have wandered so long. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Mark war ein vielversprechender junger Pastor. Dann brach eines Morgens sein Sohn Owen zusammen und starb, während er mit ihm Fußball spielte. Mark war am Boden zerstört und trauert immer noch um den Verlust. Durch seinen Schmerz ist er zu einem mitfühlenderen Pastor geworden. Ich habe mit Mark getrauert und mich gefragt, ob sein Schicksal eine Einsicht von A. W. Tozer meint, dass Menschen und Dinge sind wie sie sind, Gott aber diese aber zur Vorbereitung eines Heiligen auf wahre Heiligkeit nutzen wird. Ich fürchte, das ist wahr.

Mark was a promising young pastor. Then one morning his son, Owen, collapsed and died while kicking a ball with him. Mark was devastated and still grieves the loss. But through his pain he’s become a more compassionate pastor. I’ve mourned with Mark and wondered if his trial illustrates A. W. Tozer’s insight, “It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until he has hurt him deeply.” I fear that’s true. Then again, perhaps it’s not that simple. We learn about the complexity of God’s ways by observing the exodus of Israel. God led the young nation out of Egypt on an easy road, saying of Israel, “If they face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt” (Exodus 13:17). Yet a few verses later God told Moses to double back so Pharaoh would rally his army and come out to fight (14:1-4). Pharaoh took the bait. The Israelites “were terrified and cried out to the Lord” (v. 10). Moses chided them, “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still” (v. 14). God uses both easy and hard paths to grow His people and bring Him glory. He promised, “I will gain glory for myself through Pharaoh and all his army, and the Egyptians will know that I am the Lord” (v. 4). So did Israel. So can we. God is building our faith through every test, whether easy or hard. When life is easy, rest in Him. When life is hard, let Him carry you.

Where do you get the strength you need to love others and to keep from being burned-out and frayed around the edges all too often? I've examined what you need to deposit into your energy bank account so you are not living an out-of-balance life. A.W. Tozer once say, “Shakespeare said something to the effect that no man could be a philosopher when he had a toothache! While it is possible to be a weary saint, it is scarcely possible to be weary and feel saintly.”[1] When your body is not in the best condition, either from sickness or fatigue, your strength can fail. That's why it's important to be a good steward of your body, doing everything you can to keep it strong and vital. Now, let's talk about the things which drain our energy. First, there are the inescapable drains on our energy, such as getting up in the morning, children, mates, family, housework, jobs. But many times, we expend energy, even in these areas, unnecessarily. Let's identify a few of the foolish things that often drain our strength: Your strength is used up when you try to do more than you can do. God has not called you to be all things to all people. Jesus was careful where he went to minister. He didn't try to go to every city; he didn't heal every sick person; he didn't preach to everyone on the face of the earth. Yet he could say at the end of a very short three-year ministry that he had accomplished what his father sent him to do. Have you got too many irons in the fire? Are you trying to prove something to yourself by taking on too much? Or perhaps, like me, you just have so much you want to do you can't resist. Maybe you have a hard time saying "No.” Whatever causes you to over-commit, you need to get this area under control. Your strength is used up when you have too much stuff. Did you know the more you have, the more energy it takes out of you? Cleaned your closets out lately? Might be a good idea. A home or apartment full of valued "treasures" can be a real drainer of energy. Now I'm not suggesting we can't have things we enjoy, but the question is, do you enjoy them or are they just sapping your time and energy? --- [1] Tozer, A. W. (n.d.). Taking Time to Rest. SermonIndex.net. https://www.sermonindex.net/modules/articles/index.php?view=article&aid=5278  

What comes to mind when we think about GOD is the most important thing about us.”– A.W. Tozer

“What comes to mind when we think about GOD is the most important thing about us.”– A.W. Tozer

Istrouma Baptist Church (ASC) Jan 5, 2025 ========== January 5 Welcome! We're glad you've joined us today for our Sunday morning worship service! For more information about Istrouma, go to istrouma.org or contact us at info@istrouma.org. We glorify God by making disciples of all nations. ========== Connection Card https://istrouma.org/myinfo A Big God & A Big Prayer Psalm 139:1-16 ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭139‬:‭1‬-‭16‬‬ O Lord, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways. Even before a word is on my tongue, behold, O Lord, you know it altogether. You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high; I cannot attain it. Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence? If I ascend to heaven, you are there! If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there! If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me. If I say, “Surely the darkness shall cover me, and the light about me be night,” even the darkness is not dark to you; the night is bright as the day, for darkness is as light with you. For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them. Are you a big "Godder" or a little "godder?" "What comes into our minds when we think of God is the most important thing about us." - A.W. Tozer 1. The Omniscient God who loves us. a. Conduct You search my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all of my ways. v. 3 b. Contemplations You discern my thoughts from afar. v2b c. Conversations Even before a word is on my tongue you know it all together. v.4 d. Character 2. The omnipresent God who is with us. 3. The omnipotent God who made us. "God saw us and loved us before He made us as he made us.” -Danny Akin A Big Prayer

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Have you ever started reading your Bible with good intentions but struggled to stay consistent? Or maybe you've wondered why it's so important to read through the entire Bible, instead of just a verse here or there? In this podcast episode, we'll explore: Common misconceptions about reading through the Bible The obstacles that often get in the way The incredible benefits of reading the whole Bible The risks of neglecting this vital practice As A.W. Tozer once said, "Nothing less than a whole Bible can make a whole Christian." To help you get started, check out the Living With Power Bible Reading Plan—available as a printable PDF and on the YouVersion Bible app. This plan takes you through one book at a time, paired daily with a Psalm or Proverb for reflection. Begin your journey here: livingwithpower.org/bible  -- ABOUT: Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don't Tell Anyone You're Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org. Follow on Insta: linaabujamra Follow on Facebook: Lina Abujamra

Have you ever wondered if your pursuit of wealth is truly enriching your life, or if it's merely an illusion of prosperity? Join us on a journey that challenges the very notion of wealth as we explore its deeper spiritual implications alongside the timeless essence of music. Drawing inspiration from the insightful minds of Thomas Watson and Randy Elkhorn, we question whether material riches can ever truly satisfy the soul. As we ponder these profound ideas, the conversation takes a lighter turn, filled with humorous anecdotes and a dive into the evolution of music genres—from the classic tunes of the Rolling Stones to the fiery beats of death metal and screamo. Plus, we reminisce about previous episodes with guests like Erwin Lutzer, whose theological insights have left a lasting impression.Our exploration continues with a look at how iconic bands like The Eagles, Aerosmith, and The Beach Boys have navigated the tumultuous waters of fame and longevity. As we humorously imagine their on-stage antics and the challenges they face, we also reflect on the dynamics of long-term band relationships, drawing parallels to our own lives and relationships. Amidst the laughs, a heartfelt testimonial from a listener in New Zealand reminds us of the profound impact our discussions can have on individual faith journeys, underscoring the power of shared stories and insights.Finally, we tackle the complex intersection of wealth, identity, and faith, sharing our personal experiences and struggles with materialism. The biblical teachings on stewardship and generosity challenge contemporary consumerist ideals, while A.W. Tozer's reflections on true contentment prompt us to reconsider what truly holds the throne in our hearts. By sharing personal stories and engaging discussions, we aim to inspire a heart of gratitude and a renewed focus on eternal treasures. Join us for an episode filled with introspection, humor, and a call to evaluate our own lives in light of these timeless truths.Send us a text Thanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro