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Life is not accidental—it is sacred, intentional, and God-given. This Christian devotional explores the biblical truth of the sanctity of life and why choosing life matters more than ever in today’s culture. Rooted in Deuteronomy 30:19, this devotion calls believers to honor God’s design by valuing life at every age and stage. Highlights Life is a sacred gift intentionally created by God Scripture calls believers to actively choose life over death Every person is made in the image of God and has inherent value Our words have the power to influence life or destruction Biblical truth affirms life from the womb to the grave God’s design for humanity does not change with culture Christians are called to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Why Life Is Sacred By Lynette Kittle Bible Reading: “This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live.” - Deuteronomy 30:19 Why are so many people choosing death over life these days? If asked, many individuals might disagree, not realizing what they are doing. Still, when we consider our culture’s views on the sacredness of life, we see the reality that individuals are choosing abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, suicide, and more. Because death is a popular choice for so many people, it’s more important than ever for us to speak out and help lead others to choose life over death. As Christians, we recognize that those who reject Jesus are choosing death, rather than receiving the life God gives us. A Day Set to Choose Life Every January since January 22, 1984, many Christians observe Sanctity of Life Day, a day set aside to commemorate God’s priceless and sacred gift of life. The United States' 40th President, Ronald Reagan, first issued the national proclamation setting aside a day to honor life and remember the millions of lives ended through abortion. It’s a day to remember those who can’t speak for themselves, committing to pray for and protect their life at every age and stage. Proverbs 31:8 urges us to “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.” Like Deuteronomy 30:19 urges, we, who are believers in Jesus Christ, are daily called to choose life over death, to believe that life is sacred. So, how do we put this into action daily? By choosing life through the words we speak, write, and communicate about it to ourselves, friends, family, community, and the world at large. Speaking Influential Words As Proverbs 18:21 reminds us, “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Whether we realize it or not, the words we choose to speak and write influence those who hear and read our words. Because they do, it’s vitally important, a matter of life and death, that we celebrate and support life for those around us. Choosing God’s Truth God describes the very beginning of humankind, of their sacredness of being made in His image, as Genesis 1:27 describes, “So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” Christians who replace biblical truth with other ideologies are choosing creator-less options, calling God a liar, along with removing the need for a Savior and devaluing life. But as believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to embrace and cherish the sacredness of life, of the truth of being formed in the image of our amazing Creator, who breathed His breath of life into us. There should be no doubt in our hearts and minds about who created us, the One who formed us with His own hands and has called us priceless in His sight. As Genesis 2:7 explains, God is very clear about where humans began and by whose hand. “Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being.” Sanctity of Life Remains Nothing changes God’s truth about life and the sacredness of it, despite the world’s efforts to promote abortion, assisted suicide, and selecting and euthanizing those who have physical and mental issues and disabilities, various illnesses, and the elderly. God’s plan for each individual is life, as Psalm 139:16 describes: “Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in Your book before one of them came to be.” Men and women, from the womb to the grave, are God’s glorious, sacred creations. As Psalm 8:4-6 describes, “What is mankind that You are mindful of them, human beings that You care for them? You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor. You made them rulers over the works of Your hands; You put everything under their feet.” Intersecting Faith & Life: How are we speaking about life? Are we sharing with others the sacredness of it? Further Reading:10 Things Christians Can Do to Celebrate Sanctity of Life Day Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In Week 3 of Win the War (in the spiritual), we explore the schemes Satan uses to try to distract and defeat us, along with the tools and weapons of Truth God has given us to stand firm against them.Website:www.experienceredemption.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/experienceredemptionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/experienceredemption

Our culture is lying about identity—and the consequences are devastating. In this bold follow-up conversation, Walt Heyer exposes how trauma and ideology fuel confusion, and why real compassion means telling the truth and returning to God's design. This is a hard conversation, but it's one we can't afford to ignore.Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/fanmailfriday

The Ninth Commandment calls us to not only speak and live out truth, but to know THE TRUTH God has revealed, Jesus Christ.

If you've ever felt pressure to be the “perfect Christian mom,” today's episode will breathe relief into your soul. We're breaking down the unrealistic expectations working Christian moms carry — the pressure to be calm, organized, patient, soft-spoken, always put together, and never overwhelmed — and replacing them with the truth of what God actually says about motherhood, identity, and faithfulness. In this episode, we look at the real biblical picture of womanhood — not perfection, but valor, strength, resilience, and dependence on God. You'll learn how the Hebrew word ezer reveals God's true design for women, and why the moms in Scripture looked a whole lot more like you: stretched, brave, imperfect, and deeply loved. Whether you're navigating work, motherhood, overwhelm, or spiritual exhaustion, this conversation will help you release pressure, realign your heart, and step into the motherhood God has actually called you to — one marked by courage, not perfection. ✨ Join the Faithfully Balanced Course If you're ready to create rhythms that help you stay present, peaceful, and aligned with God in your busy season of work and motherhood, the Faithfully Balanced course gives you practical, grace-filled tools to: Establish priorities Release pressure Build boundaries Reset your heart around God's design Find details in the show notes below.

Hiiii GGB! Guys. We have such a good episode this week. We have our friends, Drs Les & Leslie Parrott on the podcast to talk about Les' new book "Bad Thoughts: A Preacher and a Shrink's Guide to Reclaiming Your Mind and Soul" by Judah Smith and Les Parrott and my goooodness is it everything we needed. Les and Leslie walk us through how to uproot "Bad Thoughts" and how to renew your mind biblically & psychologically. Here are the "Big 5" Bad Thoughts as presented in Bad Thoughts: 1. False Guilt – Feeling unforgivable or unworthy. → Remember: You're forgiven and free by God's grace. 2. People-Pleasing – Living for others' approval. → Truth: God's acceptance is enough. 3. Self-Doubt – "I'm not good enough." → Truth: You're equipped and empowered by the Spirit. 4. Pride / Entitlement – "I deserve this." → Fix: Choose humility and dependence on God. 5. Wavering Value – "Am I loved? Do I matter?" → Truth: Your worth is secure in God's love. https://www.zondervan.com/p/bad-thoughts/ https://www.lesandleslie.comhttps://www.myheartchart.com we love you so much. Jesus loves you more. -Ang & Ari ORDER OUR NEW BOOK! You can order our new book "Out of the Wilderness— 31 Devotions to Walk with God Through Your Hardest Seasons" at girlsgonebible.com/book JOIN US ON GGB+ https://ggb.supportingcast.fm COME SEE US ON TOUR: Tickets for our tour are now on sale. Go to www.GirlsgoneBible.com/tour November 14, 2025 Atlanta, GA December 6, 2025 Los Angeles, CA WE LOVE YOU AND CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU! Glorify App Guided meditations and daily devotionals to build your faith and find inner peace on the go. Download the app for free at https://Glorify-app.com/ggb. CrowdHealth A smarter, more affordable alternative to traditional health insurance. Join a community that helps you save money while staying covered. Use code GGB to get your first 3 months for $99 at https://JoinCrowdHealth.com. Kikoff Build your credit effortlessly with Kikoff. No credit check, no interest—just a simple way to improve your score fast. Get your first month for $1 at https://GetKikoff.com/GGB. DripDrop Clinically proven hydration faster than water alone. Formulated with electrolytes and vitamins to help you recover and rehydrate. Use code GGB for 20% off at https://DripDrop.com/GGB. Grand Canyon University Earn your degree online or on campus with programs designed to fit your life. Enroll today and find your purpose at https://GCU.edu/MyOffer

Loving Hard-to-Love People Through God's Grace and Truth God wants us to love everyone, even those who are hard to love. In this episode of The Perdue Podcast, Pastors Aaron […] The post Loving People! That Are Hard To Love | The Perdue Podcast – EP06 – Aaron & Heather Perdue appeared first on Charis Christian Center.

Leddy Hammock Inspired by lyrics to "God Is" by Rich Fagan based on the "Prayer for Protection" by James Dillet Freeman: "In the morning when I rise and before I close my eyes, Anytime I'm in despair, I just speak this little prayer – God's light surrounds me. When the cold winds start to blow and they beat upon your door, Every night will have its dawn, hold this thought as you hold on – God's love enfolds you. We all hear the Spirit call. It's a small world after all. Bound together in and through this one common, simple Truth: God's power protects us. God's light surrounds us, God's love enfolds us; God's power protects us; The presence of God watches over us; Wherever we are, God is!"

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Grace & Truth: God Reigns Above All! Pastor Steve PooleTEXT - Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) - “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”GRACE - Jesus offers rest to all who come to Him.TRUTH - Jesus was unapologetically offensive.“And blessed is the one who is not offended by me.” ~ Matt. 11:6TRUTH - Jesus is offensive because He doesn't meet our expectations.For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon.' The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at him! A glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!' Yet wisdom is justified by her deeds.” ~ Matthew 11:18-19 ESVNow then, why do you try to test God by putting on the necks of Gentiles a yoke that neither we nor our ancestors have been able to bear? ~ Acts 15:10 NIVThe HEAVY yoke of Jesus? Matthew 5:17, 21-22, 27-29, 43-44GRACE - In Jesus, we find rest from sin and shame.But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved— and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. ~ Ephesians 2:4-7 ESVThe sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. ~ 1 Corinthians 15:56-57 ESVNEXT STEPS1. Come to Jesus for salvation through faith.2. Come to Jesus and let Him help carry your burdens.3. Do less this week and rest more.4. Continue reading the gospels with us this week and ask God to show you where you have false expectations of Jesus.

Ever felt like deep Bible study is only for pastors, church leaders, Christian influencers, or scholars full of commentaries and Hebrew concordances? I mean, they have degrees in that stuff. They're trained in theology. They just GET the Bible in a way ordinary Christians don't. But... me? I'm just normal. I love Jesus and I believe the Bible is God's very Word that I respect and honor, but I didn't go to seminary, I'm not bilingual, and I wouldn't even know where to start.   Join Kristin Nave and podcast host Heidi Lee Anderson to dismantle the lie that deep Bible study is just for experts. They share honest stories, relatable struggles, and practical ways to approach Scripture--with or without a seminary degree.   You'll hear: Why Bible study is for every believer—not just the “professionals” Deep study doesn't always mean complex methods Highlighting and journaling can enhance Bible study The role community plays in understanding Scripture Simple, doable tips for studying the Bible with confidence How God's mercy meets us right where we are—not where we think we “should” be Kristin reminds us that God's Word was never meant to be locked behind titles, training, or theology degrees. This episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to open your Bible with curiosity, freedom, and expectation. Whether you're brand new to Scripture or returning after feeling disqualified, this conversation will remind you: you are invited to the table.   Connect with Kristin: https://www.shelovesbible.com/ Kristin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelovesbible   Heidi''s Book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours Heidi's Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com   Sound bites: "Navigating Bible Study: Tools and Resources" "God desires to meet us in our quiet time." "God's mercy is waiting for us to seek Him."   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Game Setup 02:56 Challenging the Lie of Bible Study 06:00 Personal Experiences with Scripture 09:01 Community and Bible Study 11:54 Approaching Scripture with Simplicity 14:55 Practical Bible Study Methods 17:58 Reading the Bible in Different Ways 21:02 Conclusion and Encouragement 23:59 Exploring Bible Study Tools 27:52 Powerful Conversations Through Scripture 32:51 God's Mercy and Compassion 36:55 Encouragement for the Unqualified 38:03 Rapid Fire Icebreaker Questions   Keywords: Bible study, faith, community, scripture, personal growth, encouragement, spiritual journey, Kristin Nave, Heidi Anderson, She Loves Bible

Research shows a child's worldview is largely formed by age 13, making these early years critical for shaping their hearts and minds. In this episode, Paige Clingenpeel sits down with Molly DeFrank—author, speaker, and mom of six—to talk about what today's boys need to thrive. Molly shares practical ways moms can model a biblical worldview, create meaningful moments with their sons, and equip them with the essentials for life—belonging, authority, bravery, tenderness, creativity, and emotional durability. Be encouraged as you discover how God intentionally paired you with your children and how, with His help, you have what it takes to raise confident, godly young men.Resources:Mothering Boys: 8 Things Your Son Needs from You before He Turns 10 by Molly DeFrank: https://mollydefrank.com/mothering-boys/ Molly DeFrank's website: https://mollydefrank.com/ Molly DeFrank's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollydefrank Paige Clingenpeel: PaigeClingenpeel.comQuestions About the Podcast? Email: paigeclingenpeel@gmail.comFacebook: @Paige ClingenpeelInstagram: @paigeclingenpeelYouTube: Embracing Your Season sponsored by HomeWordPaige's Takeaways:Lead your kids to the ultimate source of Truth—God's Word.Show them that Scripture isn't just true—it's real and it works in everyday life.Use the Bible as the foundation for understanding masculinity, truth, and gender identity.Remember: the Bible alone is our unchanging source of Truth.Explore resources like HomeWord to support and encourage a biblical worldview in your family.Trust that God calls us to train our children in His ways and promises to guide us.Don't fear your children's tough questions—see them as opportunities for growth and discipleship.Rest in the assurance that the Holy Spirit is already at work, pursuing their hearts.Keywords/Hashtags#EmbracingYourSeason #PaigeClingenpeel #MollyDeFrank #BoyMom #Christian #Faith #BiblicalParenting #ChristianParent #Parenting #Parents #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #HomeWord #PFCAudioVideo Send us a text

Leddy Hammock Highlights: Inspired by lyrics to “God Is” by Rich Fagan based on the “Prayer for Protection” by James Dillet Freeman: In the morning when I rise and before I close my eyes, Anytime I'm in despair, I just speak this little prayer – God's light surrounds me. When the cold winds start to blow and they beat upon your door, Every night will have its dawn, hold this thought as you hold on – God's love enfolds you. We all hear the Spirit call. It's a small world after all. Bound together in and through this one common, simple Truth: God's power protects us. God's light surrounds us, God's love enfolds us; God's power protects us; the presence of God watches over us; Wherever we are, God is!

Grace & Truth: God Reigns Above All!Pastor Steve PooleTEXT - Daniel 4:28-37TRUTH - God's sovereignty and kingdom > man's sovereignty and kingdom“...for his dominion is an everlasting dominion,  and his kingdom endures from generation to generation;  …all the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, and he does according to his will among the host of heaven and among the inhabitants of the earth; and none can stay his hand…” Daniel 4:34-35GRACE - God paid the price that allows us citizenship in His eternal Kingdom through faith alone in Jesus.Daniel 7:13-14Mark 10:45GRACE - God's kingdom is for people from ALL nations and languages.Daniel 4:1Daniel 7:14Revelation 7:9-10NEXT STEPS1. Join God's kingdom by believing in Jesus.2. Be humbled by the example of Nebuchadnezzar and recognize that your “kingdom” is not for your glory, but God's.3. Find hope and comfort in the truth that God's kingdom will come and His Will will be done, even when life looks its darkest.GO DEEPERA Brief Guide to Apocalyptic ProphecyBooks like Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation are filled with weird symbols and visions. The authors reveal divine truths through imagery that invites us to pay attention to several layers. Remember this:1. Focus on the historical context. The first layer is always the message the author wanted the immediate audience to grasp.2. Next study the symbols and imagery as they are used throughout the Bible. The meaning of these symbols remains consistent throughout the Bible. 3. The next layer is to understand what these passages teach us about God. And in particular, how these prophecies are fulfilled in Jesus. 4. The final layer asks how these prophecies might be fulfilled again today or in the future.Be Careful:1. Don't lose the big picture of the battle between good and evil and God's ultimate victory over evil.2. Avoid over-interpreting every detail; instead, focus on the prophetic themes of hope and the establishment of God's kingdom. 3. Do not interpret symbolic language literally. The authors describe complex ideas in terms that would have been understandable to the original audience. 4. Resist the temptation to get carried away by elaborate schemes that assign a specific modern meaning to every symbol. When we read these books we take the authors at their word when they explain what they hope to tell us. Ezekiel is clear in chapter 1 verse 1: “I saw visions of God.” John is clear in Revelations 1:1 “The revelation of Jesus.”

Grace & Truth: A new heart and spiritPastor Steve PooleTEXT: Ezekiel 36:22-36GRACE: God will save, restore, forgive, bless and establish His people.TRUTH: God restores and blesses His people to bring glory to His name.LEV & RUAKH“...Character, personality, will, mind are modern terms which all reflect something of the meaning of ‘heart'...” (Banwell)“...ruakh is used to talk about humans, it describes their breath and core qualities.” (Schlimm)GRACE: God offers a new heart and His Spirit to ALL who believe in Jesus.NEXT STEPS1. Believe in Jesus and receive a new lev and ruakh by God's grace.2. Consider how God has changed your heart (lev) since your salvation and share a story of God's faithfulness with someone.3. Continue reading Ezekiel, following this guide to interpret and apply God's word to your lifeGO DEEPERA Brief Guide to Apocalyptic ProphecyBooks like Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation are filled with weird symbols and visions. The authors reveal divine truths through imagery that invites us to pay attention to several layers. Remember this:Focus on the historical context. The first layer is always the message the author wanted the immediate audience to grasp.Next study the symbols and imagery as they are used throughout the Bible. The meaning of these symbols remains consistent throughout the Bible. The next layer is to understand what these passages teach us about God. And in particular, how these prophecies are fulfilled in Jesus. The final layer asks how these prophecies might be fulfilled again today or in the future.Be Careful:Don't lose the big picture of the battle between good and evil and God's ultimate victory over evil.Avoid over-interpreting every detail; instead, focus on the prophetic themes of hope and the establishment of God's kingdom. Do not interpret symbolic language literally. The authors describe complex ideas in terms that would have been understandable to the original audience. Resist the temptation to get carried away by elaborate schemes that assign a specific modern meaning to every symbol. When we read these books we take the authors at their word when they explain what they hope to tell us. Ezekiel is clear in chapter 1 verse 1: “I saw visions of God.” John is clear in Revelations 1:1 “The revelation of Jesus”

This week's preach is about 'God is Truth', Leonie unpacks 1 John 5, showing us that truth is not just an idea but a reality revealed in Christ. Faith in Jesus frees us to love, to obey and to overcome the world. Even in seasons of trial, we can hold onto the testimony that in Him we have eternal life.

Do you ever feel like you're not enough, that everything depends on you, or that there's simply not enough time in the day—even time for God? If you've been running on empty and feeling the weight of overwhelm, this episode is your invitation to pause and reset. In today's conversation, we're uncovering the common lies that working Christian moms often believe—lies about busyness, worth, and pressure—and replacing them with the life-giving truth of God's Word. You'll walk away with encouragement and biblical wisdom to help you step into more peace, presence, and balance in your daily life. Whether you're juggling career, motherhood, and faith, or just longing for space to breathe, this episode will give you practical hope and a spiritual reset for your heart. ✨ What you'll learn in this episode: The lies that keep working moms stuck in overwhelm How God's truth brings freedom and peace in daily life Encouragement for moms who feel like there's never enough time Faith-based strategies to reclaim presence and balance

When bad things happen and we wonder where God is, we're tempted to dismiss or deny him. Although God is not in control of everything, he is always working with us to bring good out of anything, even something evil.For links and more info, visit: https://www.meadowheights.com/hub

Hey Mama,  Anxiety and stress in children is skyrocketing in our society today. With the overstimulation of modern technology and access to more information than we need, it can be hard to process through our emotions and feelings. Unfortunately, society today celebrates the suppression and numbing of our feelings and emotions through non-stop dopamine hits of social media scrolling, nightly wine celebrations for surviving our children for the day, and pushing medications that can make us feel numb.  But what if, instead of numbing our feelings, we preach to them? What if we acknowledge the feelings and then we put them to the test against the TRUTH- God's truth- to engage in the battle of God's truth versus lies we are agreeing with.  Join me today as I share with you 3 simple ways to help teach your children how to seek God when they are stressed.   For His Glory, Christen   I would love to hear from you!  >>Leave a Review >>Connect with me:   Sign Up for Manage In The Moment Coaching Call: https://bit.ly/ManageStressInTheMoment   Email me : naturalwellnessforbusymoms@gmail.com  Sign Up to Become an Insider: https://bit.ly/naturalwellnessinsider  Join Our FREE Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1789472588229094  >>Find Related Products Here: https://bit.ly/m/Natural-Wellness-for-Busy-Moms  >> These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. >>I make a small commission when using the links above to purchase items.

Let's get honest—every one of us has believed lies about ourselves. “I'm not good enough.” “I'll never change.” “God is disappointed in me.” These thoughts don't come from Heaven. They're planted by an enemy who knows that if you ever truly believed who you are in Christ, he wouldn't stand a chance. So today, we reject those lies—loudly.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind...” — Romans 12:2 (ESV)This world is full of voices competing to define you. The media tells you what you should look like. Social platforms tell you how successful you should be. The past tells you what you'll never become. But God? God speaks truth over your life—and the only way to hear Him clearly is to renew your mind.That means identifying every lie and refusing to agree with it.Here are some common lies we need to evict:* Lie: “I'm too broken.”Truth: You are made whole in Christ.* Lie: “I've failed too many times.”Truth: His mercies are new every morning.* Lie: “God can't use someone like me.”Truth: God chooses the weak to shame the strong.Lies gain power when we agree with them. Truth breaks chains when we declare it.So how do we reject lies? We replace them. Not with motivational quotes—but with Scripture. God's Word is our ultimate filter. If it doesn't align with what He says, it gets thrown out—no exceptions.Question of the Day:What lie have you believed about yourself—and what truth from God's Word will you use to replace it?Mini Call to Action:Write down one lie you've believed. Cross it out. Then write a verse from Scripture that speaks the truth. Say that truth out loud today.Let's Pray:Jesus, I repent for agreeing with lies about who I am. Help me renew my mind with Your truth. Show me what You see when You look at me—and give me the courage to believe it. In Your name, amen.Let's Get To Work!Your identity is too sacred to let the enemy narrate it. Speak truth. Live free.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

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Our position as God's children is established in Jesus by trusting what He has said is true. His power of love frees us from spiritual darkness and opens our eyes to the reality of belonging to God, of being His children and of entering His kingdom now. It is the same power by which He raised Jesus from the dead. That power has raised us up also. Listen to what is God saying in this meditation about who He is to you, what He has done for you, and who you are to Him.Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us.Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser

This episode is also on the IPH YouTube podcast.Become a paid subscriber to access practical exercises that use mindset, mindfulness & mindsight to grow confidence, handle change with good stress, raise your frequency & inner stillness & ground yourself in VVS: ⁠podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maria-florio/subscribe⁠Inspiring Human Potential spotlights higher-self mindset lifestyle POVs, stories, ideas & practices.Maria Florio inspires human potential by sharing the keys to inner growth & following your heart. She brings together human, spiritual, & spirituality elements to explore human evolution, consciousness, & being yourself. She looks at how sciences & spirituality together reveal the way to access infinite higher human consciousness potential when pursuing self-help, personal development, spiritual growth, & mental & emotional mastery. She also talks about how mindset & lifestyle, mindfulness, secure attachment, integration of the brain, & restorative embodiment lead to higher intelligence & fulfillment. She uses perspectives & stories from her self-empowered, enlightening, mystic, spiritual, & mindful life. From the age of eight, Maria decided she was going to help people when she grew up. A vague statement that meant to her, & still means, to help people live a good life as themselves.5D mystic POV stories on mindfulness, educational podcasts & being yourselfA securely attached self-led mystic, spiritual & mindful person knows inconsistencies for what they are: fear, fear of intimacy, emotional vulnerability & being yourself in connection.Be you, mindful & flawed with integrity.Love is supporting each other to fly. Love lifts you up when you're down & it soars the skies with you when you're up. Love is always there."The kingdom of God is within you." - JesusLove, Maria5D Mystic Spiritual Self-Help Mindful Mentor Podcast Spiritual & Science Human VoiceBringing Together Human, Spiritual & Spirituality Elements to Explore Human Evolution & ConsciousnessEmail ⁠floriomaria80@gmail.com⁠ for 1-to-1 Mentorship or Masterclass & Spiritual Workshops & Retreats info."It is the ability to bring out the best in others that makes you a leader." - Sadhguru"Mindfulness can help integrate the mind, body, & relationships, which can lead to well-being." - Dan Siegel, MD"A non traumatized person with a secure attachment has the capacity to regulate independently of relationships." - Pat Ogden, PhDSecurely attached self-led people are strong, brave & bring change for the better because we embody intelligence, expand consciousness & self.Be Yourself In Connection In Life & Love - 5D Mystic Functional Adult POVs & StoriesSubscribe on Spotify, YouTube: @inspiringhumanpotential, another favorite podcast platform you use, or Fanbase.5D Mystic Enlightenment Functional Adult Relationships New Stories To Heal Trauma Together & Bring Forth Your Humanity"If you are a piece of creation, the Creator is definitely embedded within you. You just have to turn inward to know." - SadhguruYou'll know the piece of creation you are once you're living life as a securely attached restorative embodied self-aware, accountable & regulating person.Love, Maria5D Mystic Woo-Woo Pseudoscience Self-Help Mindful Mentor & Podcast HostMaria brings together sciences & spirituality to support human evolution & consciousness, to shed light on love & you being able to be you, the authentic you - an inner child adult who has secure attachment, integration of the brain, & restorative embodied self-aware life potential with your personal motivation to do self-help & personal development that get your self-awareness to put into practice accountability & regulation skills with the mental, emotional, & physical mastery at play as you apply & use the inner growth mindset & lifestyle approach.Inspiring Human Potential Inner Growth 5D Self-Empowered Enlightened Expanding Consciousness Voices, Stories & Perspectives

Our story begins with God. He has always been. There has never been a time when He didn't exist. Everything was made by Him and finds its purpose in Him, especially us. Before we were born, God has designs for us, a destiny that displays His kindness and grace, the power of life in love. Let these truths sink into your heart and mind as you listen today.Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us.Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God's Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics. What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God's Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics. What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God's Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics. What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading

Daily Dose of Hope May 20, 2025 Day 2 of Week 8   Scripture – Matthew 2   Prayer:  Dear God, You are amazing!  How awesome it is that you who created all things are also so intimately involved in our lives.  We give you glory and praise for who you are.  We are so thankful for your love.  We want to know you more.  We want and need to hear your voice.  Help us set aside our scattered thoughts and focus on you.  In these next few moments of silence, Lord, hear our prayers...  In Your Name, Amen. Welcome back, friends, to the Daily Dose of Hope, a devotional and podcast connected to the Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, FL.  Today, we are digging into Matthew 2.  This is pretty familiar Scripture to many of us.  Let's try to see it with fresh eyes. The text begins with foreign Magi visiting King Herod.  These men are an interesting and mysterious group. We don't really know much about the magi who come seeking Jesus from eastern lands.  Some translations call them wise men or kings.  Matthew doesn't include a lot of details.  We have no idea how many there actually were (despite the popular carol, Scripture does not say there were just three of them).  Like the shepherds, the magi seem an unlikely group to seek out and worship Jesus. They were pagans, gentiles, involved in the occult, and yet they knew there was something more.  They were searching for something more.  So these magi embark on a long journey, carrying expensive gifts worthy of a king, eager to pay homage. Their efforts lead them to an encounter far beyond their expectations. Unlike an earthly king who would have been found in a palace, the magi are led to what we can probably assume is a modest home of a Jewish family and it's there that they find Jesus with his mother and Scripture says they bow down and worship him.  Maybe it wasn't what they expected but they see God's hand in it nonetheless and worship the one they know to be the Messiah, the savior of the world.  They were outsiders but they recognized the Messiah when so many insiders failed to do so. Up until now, it all sounds great, right?  But there is another character in this story.  His name is Herod the Great. The Herod family ruled over the holy land both before and after the time of Christ, they were somewhat like puppet kings, put in place by the Romans to keep order.  And they don't have a great reputation at all.  They were, for the most part, insecure and power-hungry. One reason I don't think it's accurate to refer to the magi as wise men is because they did one thing that was really unwise.  They go straight to King Herod, “So where is the NEW king? Where is the one who has been named king of the Jews?”  Keep in mind, Herod the Great considered himself to be king of the Jews.  The man is insecure and vicious so he tries to trick the magi into divulging Jesus' location.  But no amount of earthly power can get Herod what he wants.  The magi are warned in a dream to not return to Herod.  And this angers him more.  Herod was both feared and hated. The Jewish historian Josephus painted a picture of Herod as a suspicious and cruel client king, with a history of killing anyone whom he saw as a threat, including three sons and his wife. So even though the magi remind Herod of Micah's prophecy that the Messiah was to be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2), his response was not to pay homage but to destroy the newborn king.  In Matthew 2:16, we read that Herod decides to take matters into his own hands and kill all the baby boys who might be in the age range of Jesus, When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had learned from the Magi.  Truly dark and horrific.  The extent to which human beings will go to gain power surely demonstrates the brokenness of our world.  Then and now.  But through all of this, Jesus is saved.  The baby's family is warned in a dream and they head down to Egypt for a period of time to keep the boy safe from Herod before they come back to Israel and settle in Nazareth.  Because God's purposes will prevail.  God had promised long, long ago to send a Savior for his people and there is nothing that could get in the way.  Listen to this prophecy from in Isaiah 9:6-7, spoken 700 years before the birth of Jesus, For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.  He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.  It's like God was saying “I'm going to send someone who will restore the people of Israel to me.  This person will be a light to the Gentiles, and will bring my salvation to the ends of the earth AND it will be obvious once more that your God reigns.”  No power-hungry king could mess that up as hard as he tried.  No earthly power could thwart God's plan of redemption for his people.  It's true that bad things to happen.  God allows human beings free will and that is too often used for evil.  But that doesn't mean God isn't involved, it doesn't mean he isn't invested, God can and has orchestrated, changed, and/or stopped the plans of all kinds of people to get done what needs to get done.  God has been working, in his time, over the course of thousands of years, to achieve his bigger purpose. And what was the bigger purpose?  God's mission from the beginning was to redeem his world.  He did this through Jesus.  That little baby that the wise men knelt down and worshiped, that child that Herod felt so threatened by --- that child would grow to become the Savior of the world.  He would bring sight to the blind, freedom for the oppressed, he would proclaim good news to the poor.  He would preach the Kingdom of God and show the world a different way of living, ultimately giving up his own life voluntarily on a Roman cross.  In doing so, he became the final sacrifice for sin, providing a way for you and me and all people to be redeemed.  Because of Jesus' sacrifice, our sins can be forgiven and we can walk hand in hand with a holy God.  Because of Jesus, nothing separates us from God.  And then, three days after he died, he was resurrected, defeating evil and death and demonstrating to the world who HE is.  He is, after all, God.  Jesus is the Lord. Jesus is LORD of all.  Paul writes this in Colossians 1:15-20, The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. 19 For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.  Jesus is above all things.  Jesus is Lord. And over the course of 2000 years, rulers and kings and dictators and autocrats have tried to wipe out his influence.  They have misused his teachings, they have twisted the Gospel.  Like Herod, they have done all kinds of things to either try to eliminate the influence of Jesus or to use the Gospel for their own deceitful purposes.  And at times, it's been ugly and violent and really sad.  But this is TRUTH:  God will ensure that his purposes prevail.  Yes, in our sinful and broken world, all kinds of horrors will occur.  Vladimir Putin will think he's invincible.  Kim Jong Un will declare himself supreme ruler.  American politicians will think themselves unshakable.  You and I will experience heartbreak, loss, and illness.  And yet, Jesus is still Lord of all.  God is still working in our lives, God is still present with us in the middle of the mess, and Jesus is still in the business of transforming lives.  Friends, Jesus is on the throne, King of Kings and Lord of Lords.  The rulers of the world may oppose him but they are ultimately answerable to him.  Because he will come again. I'll stop there for now.  But I do have to ask this question:  Is Jesus Lord of your life?  More tomorrow. Blessings, Pastor Vicki    

Grace & Truth: God's Perpetual Rescue Pastor Kent Landhuis  THEME - God sets our feet on a rock.TEXT - Psalm 401. Call for rescue.* I am stuck.* I need help.2. Recap and review. * God is great.* God is good.3. Repeat for resilience. * Mud comes and goes.* God never changes.NEXT STEPS: * Cry out for rescue.* Never stop crying out.* Celebrate every rescue.SHORT PRAYERS FOR DELIVERANCEPsalm 9:9-10 (GWT) - "You, Lord, are a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name trust You, O Lord, because You have never deserted those who seek Your help."Psalm 16:1 (NIV) - "Keep me safe, my God, for in You I take refuge."Psalm 17:8 (NIV) - "Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings."Psalm 23:4 (NIV) - "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Yourrod and Your staff, they comfort me."Psalm 32:7 (NIV) - "You are my hiding place; You will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance."Psalm 57:1 (NIV) - "Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of Your wings until the danger has passed."Matthew 6:13 (ESV) - "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil."

Fear of the Lord: Prioritizing God's Truth God wants us to love Him, not fear Him! Pastor Damon Peterson shares a powerful message about the “fear of the Lord.” It's […] The post Victory Through the Fear of The Lord – Guest Speaker Damon Peterson appeared first on Charis Christian Center.

You've been lied to about who God is.In this raw, revelatory episode, I sit down with angel medium Dany Michaels, for a no-holds-barred conversation about what Heaven wants you to know right now.We talk about:    •    Why the Church is crumbling, and what's being reborn    •    How religion taught us to fear the God who created us    •    Why so many people feel unworthy of love, and how to heal that lie    •    How to tell if you're hearing from angels, God, or something darker    •    The rise of Christ consciousness, chosen souls, and curse-breakersThis episode is a wake-up call. A heart check. A soul reminder.If you've ever felt disconnected from your worth, your faith, or your purpose—this is your sign.

You've been lied to about who God is.In this raw, revelatory episode, I sit down with angel medium Dany Michaels, for a no-holds-barred conversation about what Heaven wants you to know right now.We talk about:    •    Why the Church is crumbling, and what's being reborn    •    How religion taught us to fear the God who created us    •    Why so many people feel unworthy of love, and how to heal that lie    •    How to tell if you're hearing from angels, God, or something darker    •    The rise of Christ consciousness, chosen souls, and curse-breakersThis episode is a wake-up call. A heart check. A soul reminder.If you've ever felt disconnected from your worth, your faith, or your purpose—this is your sign.

Grace & Truth: God of the Break-OutPastor Steve PooleTEXT - 1 Chronicles 13:11 & 14:111. Yahweh is the God who breaks-out.2. God breaks-out in judgement of those who disobey.3. God breaks-out in favor of those who align themselves with Him.4. We respond to God's break-out power in fear, awe and worship.NEXT STEPS: 1. Have you made Jesus your king? 2. Are you out of alignment with God? 3. Where do you need a breakthrough?SHORT PRAYERS FOR BREAKTHROUGHCONFESSION: Lord, I confess my failure and ask you to break through barriers caused by my sins.PETITION: Please part the waters before me and make a way forward were there seems to be no way.INTERCESSION: We ask for divine breakthroughs to the world's most pressing needs --poverty, disease, and injustice.PRAISE: Your power breaks all the chains and limitations - I praise you as the breakthrough God,THANKSGIVING: Thank you for lifting me out of stuck places --you are my breakthrough.MEDITATION: I meditate on your Word - it says to ask and I will receive; seek and find; knock and the door will open. SUPPLICATION: With deep passion I plead --break through and pour out your blessings in my life!PROTECTION: Protect me from doubt when facing obstacles; lead me into breakthrough faith.DECLARATION: By faith, I declare this situation will turn around for breakthrough and blessing!AUTHORITY: In Jesus' mighty name, I speak breakthrough into every problem I face.

In the biblical story of humanity's beginning, there's a curious and often overlooked detail. When God speaks to Adam in the garden, He doesn't begin by issuing a command. Instead, He gives a warning: “But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die” (Genesis 2:17). At first glance, this seems like a straightforward prohibition. But in Jewish tradition, the interpretation leans another way: God isn't laying down the law. He's offering a word of caution. Deacon Harold talks more about God's invitation to freedom. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 135:7-12

Grace & Truth: Worship the KingPastor Kent LandhuisTHEME - God reigns.TEXT - Psalm 931. Submit to the Great King. * Truth: God is King. * Grace: The King calls his people.2. Revere the Glorious King. * Truth: The King's people rebel. * Grace: The King protects his people.3. Trust the Good King. * Truth: The King has a plan. * Grace: The King leads his people.4. Adore the Gracious King. * Truth: The King is worthy of all honor. * Grace: The King loves his people.NEXT STEPS: 1. Submit, revere, trust, and adore.2. Keep growing as a disciple.DISCIPLES IN THE KINGDOMWe are the kind of people who grow to become more like Jesus. We are disciples.What is a disciple? Matthew 4:19 definition: Come Follow me (belong to the body of Christ)... and I will make you (become more like Jesus)... fishers of men (join Jesus in ministry reproducing and multiplying disciples).Best practices for growing as a disciple. * Intimate relationships: deep trust is the soil for life change. * Accountability: speak the truth in love to one another. * Biblical truth: the Bible gives the vision of the life of a disciple. * Spiritual disciplines: practice the habits that lead to intimacy with Jesus and service to others. * Multiplication: empower those who are discipled to disciple others. * Spiritual gifts: serve according to gifts and passions. Four Chair Discipleship Pathway: This pathway builds on the truth that living things grow and leans into the Biblical vision of organic (a seed or a tree), not mechanical growth (an assembly line). Growth is a slow and steady process requiring nurture, cultivation, and patience. The soil of growth is life-on-life relationships in real-life situations, in real-time, with real people. The four chairs of this pathway include: * Chair 1: Come and See (John 1:39) - Seekers * Chair 2: Follow and Grow (John 1:43) - Believers * Chair 3: Abide and Serve (John 15:5) - Workers * Chair 4: Go and Bear Fruit (John 15:16) - ReproducersWhere are you on this pathway?

THE TRUTH ABOUT TITHING: TIPS OR TITHE GENESIS 4:1-7 Why did God reject Cain's offering and accept Abel's? It was a matter of the heart! Cain tipped God; Abel obeyed God. Do we have the heart of Cain or Abel? When it comes to our finances, who are we going to thank and who are we going to trust? What we do with our finances reveals the condition of our heart. Truth: God doesn't need our money; He wants our heart! Tithing is not about getting something out of us, it is about doing something for us! The account of Cain and Abel teaches us: 1. Tithing reveals the condition of the heart. An unholy hold on money divides every aspect of our lives. Blessed money unifies. 2. Tithing determines how much God can trust me. 3. Tithing determines how long my giving lives. Hebrews 11:4 My faith in God speaks longer than I live on earth. Everything we work to accumulate (possessions) dies with us. Ask yourself: Who is going to be standing before God's throne because of me? +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Is it really worth it to follow God when the wicked seem to win? In this powerful and hope-filled conclusion to the book of Malachi, we see that God is not blind to injustice nor forgetful of faithfulness. He promises that the Day of the Lord is coming—a day when the arrogant will face judgment, and the faithful will leap like calves set free. The same God who calls His people to remember and return also provides the mercy we so desperately need in Jesus Christ.This sermon unpacks the final words of the Old Testament, showing us how the story points forward to Christ, the true Sun of Righteousness, who brings healing in His wings.

Deacon Harold asks the question of where have you seen the presence of God in your life or do you find it hard to see Him working? We also look into Soulful Psalm 78:44-48

THE TRUTH ABOUT TITHING I KINGS 17:10-22 She Was Afraid! 1 Kings 17:13-16 When we obey God, there is ALWAYS enough! She Was Tested! 1 Kings 17:15-16 Who are we going to thank and who are we going to trust? More money is not the answer-More faith in God is! Faith activates God and moves His hand in our behalf. Tithing is NOT giving; Tithing is RETURNING! Truth: Generosity begins at 11%! Some argue that tithing is an Old Testament law, remember this: Jesus NEVER lowered the bar; He raised the bar. Matthew 5:17-30 Jesus taught tithing. Luke 11:42 She Received The Supply! 1 Kings 17:15-16 There was no natural solution to this problem. Truth: God doesn't need the natural to do the supernatural! If He can get it thru you, He will get it to you! She Experienced The Promise! 1 Kings 17:21-22 Her son dies-obeying God doesn't mean your business will never go under, you will never get cancer, you will never lose a child, you will never go through a divorce. The promise means when the ‘son' dies, Jesus is right there with us! Jesus will always breathe life into our circumstances! +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

How do we know if God is speaking to us or if it's just us feeling and thinking what our own hearts want to hear under the guise of "God told me"? Throughout the Bible, God spoke in different ways to different people, using a burning bush, a whisper, visions, even a talking donkey. How does God speak to us today? Pastor Mike teaches how God promised to speak personally to each of us.To help you stay rooted in God's Word, we'd like to offer you a new book by Time of Grace's very own Dr. Bruce Becker. It's called Torn: Living on Earth While Longing for Heaven. Dr. Becker shows us how to stay faithful in a world that makes it hard to follow Jesus. Request your copy with your financial gift to Time of Grace. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

Send us a textHow many of us are able to truly live in the Truth of God's Word? How often do we ready God's Word and think, "Yes, I believe this...but for someone else"? How often do we exclude ourselves from the blessings, privileges, and  benefits of being a child of God?Romans 8:1 is a staple Truth in walking in the freedom God offers through accepting His Son, Jesus, as our Savior. However, many of us struggle with this Truth. This hold especially true for women who have experienced an abortion. That choice continues to haunt them, keeping them shackled to shame and living in condemnation.It's time for us to embrace the Truth God offers in His Word. It's time to EMBRACE IT FOR OURSELVES and...LIVE IN THE TRUTH!!!I pray this episode of Beauty Beyond the Ashes helps to silence the lies of the enemy so that you can hear and receive God's Word about you!Listen in each week and don't forget to SHARE, LIKE AND COMMENT!!!Connect with TonyaWebsite - https://www.tonyabjones.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@beautybeyondtheashes/videosFree Mini E-Book - https://tonyabjones.com/4pillarsEmail - bbta@tonyabjones.comFacebook - Tonya Bailey Jones https://www.facebook.com/thetonyabjonesInstagram - Blessed1_t2w https://www.instagram.com/blessed1_t2w/TikTok - Beauty Beyond the Ashes https://www.tiktok.com/@beauty_beyond_the_ashes?lang=en

If the Devil Can't Get to You, He'll Send a Narcissist—6 Tactics He Uses to Destroy YouWhy This Battle Feels DifferentYou've locked every door, secured every window, and set every alarm—but what do you do when Judas is already inside the house?This isn't just a difficult relationship; it's a spiritual attack.The enemy knows your weak points, and when he can't reach you directly, he'll send someone who already has the keys—a narcissist.The tactics they use aren't just harmful; they're designed to steal, kill, and destroy.6 Demonic Tactics the Enemy Uses Through the Narcissist

In this episode, Dr. John discusses the importance of prayer in our faith, based on 1 Timothy 2:8-10. He encourages us to pray with pure hearts, without anger or arguments, while highlighting the unique challenges men and women face in their spiritual journeys. Tune in to discover how prayer can transform our relationship with God and others.Upholding the Truth: Upholding the Truth is a 15-message series focused on the study of 1 Timothy. Do you remember the words of Jesus to Pilate? “Everyone who is on the side of truth, listens to my voice.” The question might arise in our day, “is there such a thing as truth?” There is, and it never changes. It is found in the Word of God. Discover or rediscover this truth for the church, and your role in proclaiming the unchanging truth of God, in Christ reconciling the world to Himself.

Struggling with fitness guilt? You're not alone. In this episode of Strong. Confident. His., we're talking about faith, fitness, and how to move forward with God's grace instead of guilt. If you've ever felt stuck in your Christian fitness journey, this episode is for you! We've been trained to focus on what we didn't do right, but what if we chose to focus on how God is working in us? God isn't asking for perfection—He's asking for faithful obedience. Philippians 3:13-14 reminds us: "But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." In this episode, you'll learn: Why Christian women struggle with fitness guilt—and how to break free How to find balance in faith and fitness (without perfectionism!) A biblical prayer to release guilt and trust God with your health journey Next Steps: Freebie: Want a simple, biblical plan to get started? Grab Your Faith-Fueled Fitness Plan → https://www.kimdolanleto.com/christian-fitness-guide Workshop: Want all the steps? Join the 7 Quick Wins to Kickstart Your Christ-Centered Fitness Journey → https://www.kimdolanleto.com/christcenteredfit  Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His! Kim Dolan Leto   Connect with me!  WEBSITE: https://www.kimdolanleto.com PODCAST: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/strong-confident-his-podcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/kimdolanleto INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kimdolanleto YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/kimdolanletofit SHOP: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/shop

While living with my parents, sometime in early teens, we attended one of the oldest churches in the south. We'd dress in our Sunday finest, traverse the winding country roads, and find “our pew.” After a few stares from my parents, a pinch or two under the thigh, and some monotone words from the pulpit, we were free. The church would empty and we'd head to the car, ready to ditch the Sunday best and get on with life. Every Sunday, no matter what…my dad would strike up a conversation while the three of us sat in the car…waiting! We would glare, roll the window down and motion, one time a horn was used in efforts to get things moving. Waiting was for the birds! We always asked, what is the hold up!?!? This weekend, we explore the same question about God's seeming delay in His return! If you're keen, read ahead in 2 Peter 3. Pastor Matthew McCarter

The law of the Lord, the Ten Commandments, leads us to deeper intimacy and communion with the Living God. They help shape us into the person who God created us to be. Deacon Harold talks more about this as together we will discover how God's Blueprint for a Happy Life leads to a rich and rewarding life. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 119:Tsade.

1 THESSALONIANS 5:16 PSALM 48:12 PSALM 22:3 What is the difference between thankfulness and gratitude? Thankfulness is a response to a ________________________________. Gratitude is a _________________________, a state of grace. Most of us have a story or stories of God's faithfulness that brought gratitude. Truth: God is attracted to grateful people. What do we know about gratitude? 1. Gratitude is never invisible or silent. Luke 6:45 When we are grateful, we will say it and show it. 2. Gratitude sustains joy and blessing. Psalm 9:1 The secret to joy is learning to remember all that God has done for you, especially in the bad times. 3. Gratitude begins when entitlement ends. 1 Corinthians 15:5 It is impossible to be grateful for something we think we are entitled to. Without God, what are we entitled to? God's mercy keeps us until God's grace finds us! 4. Grateful people can find a blessing or enlarge a blessing. Psalm 126:5-6 You have everything you need to do everything God has asked you to do. Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Banu and Neli overcome great odds. Rahel is redeemed from a life of witchcraft. Teresa trusted Christ for healing.