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Pastor Nichole begins a new series digging deep into what's needed to live a transformed life in Jesus. She'll explore the challenges of living a life of genuine love to each other– and why that often seems so hard.
Why does spiritual growth often feel slower than we expected? In the final week of Sacred Rhythms: Simple Practices That Shape a Life With God, Chad Manbeck explores how transformation into the likeness of Jesus is usually gradual, intentional, and formed through everyday faithfulness over time. Together, we examine the role of spiritual disciplines, the quiet power of ordinary obedience, and how God often does His deepest work in the unseen rhythms of daily life rather than dramatic moments alone. This session includes practical encouragement for recognizing where your habits and patterns are leading you, trusting God in the process of transformation, and learning to see everyday moments as opportunities for discipleship and formation.
We all want change. We talk about it, pray for it, and hope for it. But what does genuine, lasting transformation actually look like in a person's life?
When you set your mind on Christ you actively put to death sin in your life and put on Godly character of compassion, kindness, and love.
How can a person who's on the wrong track change? The biblical word for it is “repentance.” It's a change of behavior that comes from a change of mind. Pastor Colin talks about where you find the courage to do it.
A father asks his two sons to go and do something. One son says, “Yes sir!” The other son says, “No way!” Which of the two sons did what their father asked? Pastor Colin talks about why what matters is not what you say, but what you do.
In this Week's episode, Caleb is joined by Matt Ferguson (ThM, Bethlehem College and Seminary) to discuss the biblical understanding of forgiveness, contrasting unconditional, conditional, and two-dimensional views. Togeher they emphasizes the importance of repentance in forgiveness, explores Matthew 18 as the theological hub, and offer practical pastoral guidance on loving enemies and pursuing reconciliation.ResourcesShould We Forgive Apart from Repentance? by Matt FergusonThe Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life by Chris BraunsUnpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds by Chris BraunsMaking Sense of Forgiveness by Brad HambrickBiblical Boundaries of Forgiveness by Vee ChandlerForgiveness and Justice by Brian Maier
Epistle to the Romans chapter 12 calls believers to respond to God's mercy by offering their lives as living sacrifices holy and pleasing to Him. Paul urges Christians not to conform to the patterns of the world, but to be transformed through the renewing of their minds. The chapter emphasizes humility, unity within the body of Christ, the use of spiritual gifts, sincere love, patience in trials, and overcoming evil with good. Romans 12 reminds us that true worship is not only what we say, but how we live, serve, love, and reflect Christ daily. Hashtags: #Romans12 #LivingSacrifice #TransformedMind #RenewYourMind #LoveInAction #OvercomeEvilWithGood #ChristianLivingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.“Thank you for listening to SendMe Radio — where we share the Gospel, inspire faith, and keep you connected with powerful stories and updates from around the world. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe so you never miss a message.And remember — you can listen to SendMe Radio streaming 24/7 at www.sendmeradio.net or simply say: ‘Hey Alexa, play SendMe Radio.'
God had transformed Saul, but most of HIs people didn't believe it. At the start of Saul's new life in Christ, he faced doubters and had a hit put out on his life. Yet one man, Barnabas, stood by him.
This is message 49 in Gospel Record of John John 15:18-25 Following Christ will always bring conflict with a world that rejects God, because a transformed life exposes the darkness of sin and the emptiness of false religion. The closer believers walk with Christ, the more clearly they reflect His character, and the same hatred directed toward Him will often be directed toward them. Yet the rejection of Christ is not merely opposition to a teacher or a message, but rebellion against God Himself, whose truth continues to uncover every excuse and call men to repentance. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through PushPay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc
Benton Cranford | 05.17.26
In this episode Caleb is joned by Chris Brauns (DMin, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) senior pastor at the Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley, Illinois to discusses the biblical concept of repentance, its importance in the Christian life, and how it can be a source of joy rather than shame. Brauns shares personal stories, theological insights, and practical advice on how to understand, practice, and teach repentance in everyday life from his new book.ResourcesThe Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life by Chris BraunsUnpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds by Chris BraunsTrue Repentance by Thomas Boston
Benton Cranford | 05.10.26
Lee Lopez | 05.03.26
Is your life moving forward, or are you simply moving in circles? In this convicting message, Prophet Gomezyo Shamane challenges us to look beyond spiritual activity and pursue true, systemic transformation. The goal of the Christian walk isn't just to attend services, but to ensure that Christ is fully formed within us.Transformation is more than a change in size; it is a change in nature. To gauge your spiritual health, ask yourself:Since I was born again, is there visible fruit in my life?Am I truly growing, or am I just getting older in the faith?Is the character of Christ becoming more evident in my daily reactions?"Spiritual activity does not always mean transformation." — Prophet Gomezyo ShamaneA profound takeaway from this message is the distinction between status and state.A leader must lead by function, not just by title.It is a tragedy for one's title to change while their life remains the same.We must avoid the trap of being "ever learning" yet never arriving at a transformed life through the knowledge of the truth.Why do some believers start the process of change but never finish it? The Prophet identifies four critical barriers:Religious Routine vs. Relationship: Transformation is hindered when our walk with God is built on empty rituals or "wrong application" rather than a genuine, heart-to-heart relationship.Lack of Yieldedness: We cannot be transformed into His image if we refuse to surrender our own will.Inaction (The Note-Taker's Trap): Knowledge without application is dead. Taking notes is good, but taking action is what produces change.Familiarity: When we become too "comfortable" with the things of God, we lose the awe and honor required for the Word to work in us.Growing in size is not the same as growing in Grace. True transformation requires a yielded heart that moves from hearing the Word to doing the Word. Don't settle for a change in your title—demand a change in your nature.The Heart of the Matter: Examining My Change Function Over TitlesThe "Incomplete Metamorphosis": What Hinders Change?Key Takeaway
I. The Transformed Life:The holy life - 12:1-2The humble life - 12:3-8The healthy life - 12:9-21Jesus in John 13John in I John 4Paul in Romans 12Peter in I Peter 4:1-11
Benton Cranford | 04.26.26
A sermon from Geoff Zeigler on Ephesians 4:17-5:2
Eric Bancroft (1 John 4:13-21)
Tuesday, April 21, 2026III Week After EasterToday's episode centers on preparation, identity, and bearing fruit that matches a transformed life.In Exodus 19:1–16, Israel arrives at Mount Sinai, where God calls them into a covenant relationship. They are set apart as His treasured possession, a kingdom of priests and a holy nation. But before encountering His presence, they must consecrate themselves—because approaching a holy God requires reverence, readiness, and obedience.In Colossians 1:1–14, Paul gives thanks for believers who are marked by faith, love, and hope. He prays for their continued growth—that they would be filled with the knowledge of God's will, walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, and bear fruit in every good work. It's a picture of a life shaped by grace and moving steadily toward spiritual maturity.Finally, in Matthew 3:7–12, John the Baptist confronts empty religion with a sharp call to true repentance. It's not enough to claim spiritual heritage—real change is seen in the fruit of one's life. With urgency, he points ahead to the coming One who will bring both salvation and judgment.Together, these passages remind us: we are called to be set apart for God, to grow into lives that bear lasting fruit, and to respond to Him with genuine repentance that prepares us for His presence.
Daniel Yang | 04.19.26
Benton Cranford | 04.12.26
In this episode, Chris Brauns talks through the beauty and centrality of repentance in the Christian life. Chris Brauns is the senior pastor at the Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley, Illinois. He has served in pastoral ministry for over thirty years. He is also the author of 'The Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Hear What God Has Truly Done with Your Sin" with Sam Storms: 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.
Benton Cranford | 03.29.26
Recorded live at Capital Church in Meridian, Idaho Pastor Ken Wilde
Benton Cranford | 03.22.26
Recorded live at Capital Church in Meridian, Idaho Pastor Ken Wilde
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Benton Cranford | 03.08.26
Welcome back to the This Day Podcast! Today on the pod, Megan Welcome's Rabbi Jason Sobel to the podcast to share about his latest book Transformed By The Messiah. The two dive straight into pulling a part scripture and taking a deeper look into the context of so many of the familar texts we know!
Benton Cranford | 03.22.26
Caroline Schandel | 02.15.26
February 10, 2026 WILLIAM ALLEN,formerly “transgengered”, nowsaved by the grace & mercy ofthe Lord, Jesus Christ, & livingas the man God created him tobe, & helping others trapped inthis sin, or suffering from thesubsequent horrors associatedwith it, & their families, with thelove of Jesus Christ, who willaddress:“INTRODUCING the NEW CHRIS-TIAN MINISTRY, TRANSFORMEDLIFE OUTREACH: EXPOSING theSATANIC LIES of the TRANSGEN-DERED MOVEMENT & PROCLAIM-ING NEW LIFE IN CHRIST!” Subscribe: iTunes TuneIn Android RSS Feed Listen:
Turning to Christ in a Muslim country is an amazing story. At the recent FEBC Leadership conference our friend Jonathan Mortiz took the time to talk with Ulaanbek, our Kyrgyzstan director. The focus of the conversation centered on how he found Jesus and how the power of God transformed his life. He shared troubles in childhood, and how his faith brought him to forgiveness with his estranged father. Hear how his personal testimony shapes the way listeners respond to Gospel broadcasts in Kyrgyzstan…Until All Have Heard.
Following Jesus begins with a radical change—the veil is removed, truth sets us free, and new life starts. But it doesn't stop there. God is continually shaping us to look more and more like Him through a daily, intentional process of transformation.
Josh Ramsay // Columbia Falls
Following Jesus begins with a radical change—the veil is removed, truth sets us free, and new life starts. But it doesn't stop there. God is continually shaping us to look more and more like Him through a daily, intentional process of transformation.
Josh Ramsay // Columbia Falls
In this deeply moving episode of The Addicted Mind, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Burton Fischler, author of The Gift: Trauma to Triumph. Burton shares a harrowing personal journey marked by unimaginable loss—the murder of his wife, Barbara, at the hands of her son who struggled with severe mental illness and addiction.Burton discusses how he navigated the dark abyss of PTSD and grief, eventually finding a path toward healing through writing, nature, and service. Now a substance addiction counselor, Burton explains the intersection of trauma and addiction and offers a message of profound hope for anyone feeling lost in the darkness.Key HighlightsA Tragic Turning Point: Burton recounts the heartbreaking events leading up to his wife's death and the systemic failures that preceded the tragedy.The Weight of Trauma: Moving beyond "talk therapy" to understand how trauma lives in the body and the reality of living with PTSD.The Power of Writing: How documenting his journey for eight hours a day became a lifeline and a tool for self-discovery.Gratitude vs. Joy: The shift from waiting for joy to practicing gratitude as a foundational step toward recovery.Neuroplasticity and Choice: Understanding that while we cannot "think" our way into right action, we can act our way into right thinking by rewiring the brain through healthy habits.The Wisdom of Trauma: Why Burton chose to become a substance abuse counselor and how his own pain allows him to connect deeply with his clients.During the conversation, Burton emphasizes the importance of replacing negative feedback loops with positive ones. This process leverages the brain's natural ability to change.Breaking Isolation: Moving from secrecy and shame to human connection.Nature and Awe: Finding symbols of resilience in the natural world (like a flower growing through concrete).Holistic Practice: Incorporating meditation, nutrition, and movement to support the "rewiring" of the mind.Notable Quotes"It is not joyfulness that makes us grateful. It's gratitude that makes us joyful." — Burton Fischler (referencing Brother David Steindl-Rast)"If children after they fell did not get up and try again, we would have a world of people on their knees." — Burton Fischler"There are two ways to look at life: one is that nothing is a miracle, and the other is that everything is." — Burton Fischler (referencing Albert Einstein)Resources MentionedBook: The Gift: Trauma to Triumph by Burton FischlerPoetry: T.S. EliotReferences: Viktor Frankl (Man's Search for Meaning), Gabor Maté, and Bill Wilson (AA).Connect with Burton FischlerWebsite: traumatotriumph.clubCoaching: coachburton.comSocial Media: Follow @BurtonFischler on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.