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Today,we're continuing to look at Luke 22. We are now in the upper room on Thursdayevening with our Lord Jesus Christ and His twelve disciples. In verses 14–16, theyhave sat down at the table to eat the Passover meal with Jesus the night beforeHe will be crucified. According to John's Gospel (John 13), Jesus had risenfrom the table and washed all the disciple's feet which would have includedJudas before they went through the eating of the Jewish Passover. It is afterthis that Jesus reveals the disciple who has already betrayed Him and made adeal with the chief priest (Matthew 26:14). Ona number of occasions Jesus had already hinted to His disciples that one oftheir number was not truly with Him (John 6:66-71), but now He openly spokeabout a traitor in their midst. However, He did not do this just for the sakeof the disciples, but more for the sake of Judas. Jesus had kissed Judas andwashed his feet, and now He was giving Judas another opportunity to repent. Itis most significant that Jesus did not openly identify Judas as the traitor butin a sense had protected him until the very end. Aquestion we all ask is that if Jesus knew that Judas would betray Him, why didHe choose him in the first place? And, if somebody had to betray the Lord, whycondemn Judas? After all, he simply did God's will and fulfilled the OldTestament prophecy in Psalms 41:9; 55:12-14; 69:25; 109:8; Acts 1:15-20. Youmight remember that before Jesus chose His 12 Apostles, He spent a whole nightin prayer (Luke 6:12-16), so we must believe that it was the Father's will thatJudas be among them (John 8:29). But the selection of Judas did not seal hisfate; rather, it gave him opportunity to watch the Lord Jesus closely, believe,and be saved. God in His sovereignty had determined that His Son would bebetrayed by a friend, but divine foreknowledge does not destroy humanresponsibility or accountability. Judas made each decision freely and would bejudged accordingly, even though he still fulfilled the decree of God (Acts2:23). Thefact that the disciples were puzzled by this strange announcement reveals thatthey did not know Judas' true character, their own hearts, or the prophecies inthe Psalms. It appears that they all ask the question after Jesus made thisannouncement, “Is it I?” (Matthew 26:22-25). Nor did they remember the Lord'sstatements that He would be betrayed into the hands of the enemy (Matthew17:22; 20:18). If Peter had fully understood what was happening, he might haveused his sword on Judas! Thereis much about Judas that remains a mystery to us, and we must not speculate toomuch. Judas is certainly a witness to the sinlessness of Jesus Christ, for ifanybody could have given witness against Him, it was Judas. However, theauthorities had to find false witnesses in order to build their case againstJesus. Remember when Judas went back to the chief priest and gave them back theirmoney admitted that he had "betrayed innocent blood" (Matthew27:4). Itis at this point that Judas left the Upper Room to go to the religious leadersand get ready for the arrest of Jesus in the Garden. Judas went out "andit was night" (John 13:30), for he was obeying the prince of darkness(Luke 22:53). Jesus had said, “Woe to that man by whom He is betrayed”. That man was Judas, and for him it was night,and is still night, and always will be night! Wemust also remember that Satan can still appear as an angel of light, and like Judas,sit in our church, stand in the pulpit, serve on the leadership team, and deceiveeveryone as he destroys the church. Paul warned the church about these peoplein 2 Corinthians 11:13-15. Oneday Jesus will expose these people for who they really are! In the meantime, weshould be aware! Godbless!
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Thank you for joining us for worship this Sunday at Upper Room Church! We would love to hear from you. Comment below and let us know you are watching. View this week's sermon notes here: https://upperroomchurch.cls.co/YXvh Proverbs 16 More about the Nightingale: https://upperroompensacola.com/at-the-nightingale Join the Legacy Team: https://bit.ly/UR_Join_the_Legacy_Team Let us know if you are interested in Baptism: https://bit.ly/UR_Baptism Click this link to Connect with us! https://bit.ly/UR_Connect_with_US If you would like to join a group or lead a group, find out more here — https://upperroompensacola.com/urgroups/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, you can give a donation here https://upperroompensacola.com/give/ or text GIVE and the AMOUNT to 84321. Whether you need prayer or assistance or just want to share your decision of faith with us, please connect with us at https://upperroompensacola.com/get-in-touch/ Streaming License through CCLI https://ccli.com/us/en/streaming Copyright protection under 17 U.S.C. § 110 - U.S. Code - Section 3
Send us a textThe Holy Spirit is essential to the existence and reality of the church. Jesus makes this truth clear to his apostles in the Upper Room just hours before his arrest and an execution o the cross. John 14 records Jesus promise to return to the disciples after he goes away. His first return was his post resurrection appearances and after he return to the Father he promises to send the Helper, the Comforter who is the Holy Spirit. John 14:18-24 contains the great truth of the Tri-unity of God and the essential ministry of the Holy Spirit to make the ones believing in Jesus a dwelling place of God. By the Holy Spirit Jesus said "will come to him and make our home with him."Bible Insights with Wayne ConradContact: 8441 Hunnicut Rd Dallas, Texas 75228email: Att. Bible Insights Wayne Conradgsccdallas@gmail.com (Good Shepherd Church) Donation https://gsccdallas.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTZX6qasIrPmC1wQpben9ghttps://www.facebook.com/waconrad or gscchttps://www.sermonaudio.com/gsccSpirit, Truth and Grace MinistriesPhone # 214-324-9915 leave message with number for call backPsalms 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter One and Verse Thirteen
Pastor Boyd continues our Acts series "From the Upper Room".
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What if your past success is actually holding your worship team back? Jonathan Lewis from UPPERROOM Dallas reveals why comfortable teams stop growing—and shares the one question that changes everything: "What if we tried this?" Discover why humility is what heaven breathes through, how to shepherd your congregation into new sounds without losing them, and why your greatest strength might be your greatest weakness. If you've ever felt stuck doing "what's always worked," this conversation will challenge you to ask the question that could unlock your team's next innovative breakthrough. Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free trial at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation! Mentioned in the Episode UPPERROOM's New Release --- If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at podcast@worshiponline.com. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast. Don't forget to sign up for your FREE 2-week subscription to Worship Online at WorshipOnline.com! The Worship Online Podcast is produced by Worship Online in Nashville, TN.
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Exploring the topic of Holy Fire, an annual ritual in Jerusalem… but the main question is– do we have the fire of the Holy Spirit in our lives? Are you a woman of fire? Are you a man of fire? Are we aglow with the Spirit of the living God?
Empty Tomb to Upper Room: The Purpose of Pentecost Pastor Caleb Schafer, the Lead Pastor of Redeemer's Church, closes our series by delving into the significance of the baptism of the Holy Spirit that the disciples received in the upper room. Sunday, June 8th, 2025 | 6.8.25
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In this episode, Pastor Dilip ministers from the account in Acts 2. Part 21 of the sermon series titled 'Word Became Flesh', preached at the Sunday Service on 8 June 2025 at Revelation Church.
What does it really mean to build your life, your ministry, or your future with God not just for Him? In this Pentecost message, we dive deep into Psalm 127 to unpack the futility of self-building, the restful posture of trust, and the gospel promise of family. From Babel to the Upper Room, Pastor Josh Kelsey explores how the Spirit builds what striving never could. Jesus is not only the cornerstone. He's the builder. Unless the Lord builds the house, our labor is in vain.
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Pastor Alex continues our new Acts series called "From the Upper Room"
Fr. Brad breaks open the mystery of Pentecost by connecting Babel, Sinai, and the Upper Room in this deeply moving spiritual reflection.Morning Offering, June 8, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________
Thank you for joining us for worship this Sunday at Upper Room Church! We would love to hear from you. Comment below and let us know you are watching. View this week's sermon notes here: https://upperroomchurch.cls.co/gtgx Proverbs 16; Proverbs 20 More about the Nightingale: https://upperroompensacola.com/at-the-nightingale Join the Legacy Team: https://bit.ly/UR_Join_the_Legacy_Team Let us know if you are interested in Baptism: https://bit.ly/UR_Baptism Click this link to Connect with us! https://bit.ly/UR_Connect_with_US If you would like to join a group or lead a group, find out more here — https://upperroompensacola.com/urgroups/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, you can give a donation here https://upperroompensacola.com/give/ or text GIVE and the AMOUNT to 84321. Whether you need prayer or assistance or just want to share your decision of faith with us, please connect with us at https://upperroompensacola.com/get-in-touch/ Streaming License through CCLI https://ccli.com/us/en/streaming Copyright protection under 17 U.S.C. § 110 - U.S. Code - Section 3
In this passionate Pentecost Sunday message titled “The Moment and The Mission,” Pastor John D. Putnam takes us back to the Upper Room and reminds us that Pentecost was not a past event—it's a present reality. With vivid storytelling and compelling scripture, Pastor Putnam paints a powerful picture of the risen Christ who didn't just appear for 40 days—He prepared His followers for both a moment of outpouring and a mission to reach the world. From the sound of rushing wind in Acts 2 to the challenge Jesus gave to 500 people—only 120 of whom obeyed—this message asks every believer: Will you just have a moment, or will you join the mission? With truth, humor, and urgency, Pastor Putnam invites us all to experience the same Holy Ghost that was poured out on Pentecost. If you've ever questioned whether the Spirit still moves or whether God's promise is still for you—this sermon will leave no doubt. It's time to stop standing on the sidelines and step into both your moment and your mission. To learn more about God's plan for your life and about the work He is doing in Sheboygan County, visit our website posc.church!
It is Pentecost Sunday! Today, Unison celebrates the first Pentecost Day which marks the movement of the Holy Spirit in the gathering of the believers in the Upper Room in Acts. Pastor Chase preaches about that day today.
Pentecost often slips by unnoticed in our cultural calendar—but what if it's one of the most important days of all? In this message from Acts 2, we explore Pentecost as the day the Church was born and sent into the world. It's not just about fire and wind—it's about mission, courage, and God's presence breaking into ordinary people for the sake of others. The Spirit fills us, yes—but not so we stay in the Upper Room. We're filled to be sent. So… where is the Spirit sending you?
Experience the fire, the glory, and the supernatural impartation of the Holy Spirit in this special Pentecost service with Dr. Michelle Corral. In this powerful episode, you'll receive deep prophetic insight into the meaning of Pentecost and a fresh anointing to walk in divine power, purpose, and breakthrough.This is not just a message, it is a moment of encounter. Prepare your heart for impartation and let the power of Pentecost transform your destiny.The same Spirit that fell in the Upper Room is ready to fall on you today!
For the Solemnity of Pentecost, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our being sent on mission for Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.
Darkness is part of every believer's journey—but it's not the end of the story. In this powerful message, we dig into Psalm 23 and uncover the often-missed truths about how God leads us through the valleys, not just out of them. You'll learn why provision isn't about what's around you but who's with you, how God uses darkness to shape rather than shake your faith, and why even in your lowest moments, goodness and mercy are tracking you down. If you've ever asked, “Where is God when it's dark?”—this message will help you see that sometimes, the light shows up one step at a time.
For the Solemnity of Pentecost, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our being sent on mission for Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.
Empty Tomb to Upper Room: When the Spirit Moves Pastor Caleb Schafer, the Lead Pastor of Redeemer's Church, continues our series with a message about the conflicting natures of our logic-leaning culture versus the logic-surpassing Holy Spirit. Sunday, June 1st, 2025 | 6.1.25 Category: Heart vs. Mind, Nicodemus, Faith
Michael Miller of Remnant Radio shares a bit about his life and how he processes when to speak out about spiritual abuse and other challenges facing the Church. We touch on Alan Scott, Dr. Michael Brown, and Upper Room and much more! You can find out more about Michael here: https://www.thomasministries.org ❇️ Recommended John Wimber Books ❇️ "Power Healing," by John Wimber (https://amzn.to/2HiA3YV) "Power Evangelism,' by John Wimber (https://amzn.to/2TP6Nyd) "Power Points," by John Wimber (https://amzn.to/31NwqSC) "Everyone Gets to Play," by John Wimber (https://amzn.to/2Z4PJdf) "The Way In is the Way On," by John Wimber (https://amzn.to/2ZdiTCg) ❇️ Recommended Books ABOUT John Wimber ❇️ "John Wimber: The Way it Was," by Carol Wimber (https://amzn.to/2HiUFQJ) "Never Trust a Leader Without a Limp: The Wit and Wisdom of John Wimber," by Glenn Schroder (https://amzn.to/3PtHvSM) "John Wimber: His Life and Ministry," by Connie Dawson (https://amzn.to/3FSpYAI) "Worshiping with the Anaheim Vineyard: The Emergence of Contemporary Worship," by Andy Park, Lester Ruth, & Cindy Rethmeier (https://amzn.to/31TDm0w) "Toronto in Perspective: Papers on the New Charismatic Wave of the 1990s," edited by David Hilborn (https://amzn.to/2L3nIsP) "John Wimber: His Influence & Legacy," edited by David Pytches (https://amzn.to/2ZfgbfC) || FOLLOW US || Website: https://sacramentalcharismatic.substack.com Luke IG: https://instagram.com/lukegeraty Luke Twitter: https://twitter.com/lukegeraty Wes IG: https://www.instagram.com/wesmac5 Wes Twitter: https://twitter.com/wesmac5 SUPPORT US BY SUBSCRIBING AND CONSIDERING BECOMING A PAID SUBSCRIBER!
This Sunday, Pastor Nathan concludes our series What's Your Role? with a message on, “From Fear to Upper Room Faith”.Notes can be found in the YouVersion app under Events. (Available for a week only, so click “save” if you want for later.)To learn more about Thrive and to see all our upcoming events visit our website: https://www.livewithpurpose.church/SOCIALS:ThriveCCAthensFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThriveCCAthens/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveccathens/GIVING:Giving Online: https://www.livewithpurpose.church/giveGiving By Mail: 610 ½ Old Tyler Highway Athens, Texas 75751YouVersion:Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49442286
Download and listen to a powerful message from Pastor George Brandon as he shares a message on the build up to Pentecost 2025 ministering on the Upper Room and how we as believers should have our prayer place. The message will inspire and also ignite the spiritual man within to seek God's face and presence. 18 May AM 2025
Download and listen to a powerful message from Pastor Jacques Rossouw as he ministers a powerful message on getting your breakthrough, and that is on your knees seeking God in prayer. Todays's message will bless you and remind you to pray for the Word says test me in... Be inspired as you listen to this powerful message. 18 May PM 2025
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Thank you for joining us for worship this Sunday at Upper Room Church! We would love to hear from you. Comment below and let us know you are watching. View this week's sermon notes here: https://upperroomchurch.cls.co/hncm Proverbs 1:20-21; Proverbs 9:1-18 More about the Nightingale: https://upperroompensacola.com/at-the-nightingale Join the Legacy Team: https://bit.ly/UR_Join_the_Legacy_Team Let us know if you are interested in Baptism: https://bit.ly/UR_Baptism Click this link to Connect with us! https://bit.ly/UR_Connect_with_US If you would like to join a group or lead a group, find out more here — https://upperroompensacola.com/urgroups/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, you can give a donation here https://upperroompensacola.com/give/ or text GIVE and the AMOUNT to 84321. Whether you need prayer or assistance or just want to share your decision of faith with us, please connect with us at https://upperroompensacola.com/get-in-touch/ Streaming License through CCLI https://ccli.com/us/en/streaming Copyright protection under 17 U.S.C. § 110 - U.S. Code - Section 3 Music for Video Announcement: “Modern Island Jam” by Kevin MacLeod
Occasionally Jesus says things so enormous that we tend to read right past them. This week we come to just such an occasion in our Upper Room series. Jesus offers what sounds like a genie-in-a-lamp granting wishes: "Ask anything you want, in my name, and I will do it." Can we take this seriously? Skeptics point out that this is demonstrably false. Charlatans tell you to send money and your prayers will come true. As a result, many Christians downplay (or outright ignore) an incredible gift from Jesus: prayer. We find it impractical or treat it as a last resort. So what are we missing? If it's so impractical, why would the fishermen and tax collectors ask Jesus to teach them to pray? Let's talk about one of the greatest promises Jesus ever gave: "Whatever You Ask"
Happy Easter! There are nine days until Pentecost—meaning today marks the beginning of the original and most powerful novena: the Pentecost Novena. In this episode of Rise Up, Father Jonathan Meyer invites you to join Mary, the apostles, and the early Church in the Upper Room as we pray for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Discover the beauty and power of novenas, the importance of writing down your intentions, and the simple invitation: “Come, Holy Spirit.”
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Empty Tomb to Upper Room: The Holy Spirit Is Like... Pastor Caleb Schafer, the Lead Pastor of Redeemer's Church, continues our series with a message about different aspects of the Holy Spirit and ways the Spirit works. Sunday, May 25, 2025 | 5.25.25 Category: Helper, Fire, Wind, Living Water
Pentecost celebrates the moment the Holy Spirit descended upon the Blessed Mother Mary and the disciples in the Upper Room, giving them the courage to proclaim the Gospel to all they encountered. Pentecost is the birthday of the Church and Mary's is known as the Mother of the Church. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, in his reflection on Pope Francis' Bull of Indiction for the Jubilee Year, Spes Non Confundit.24. Hope finds its supreme witness in the Mother of God. In the Blessed Virgin, we see that hope is not naive optimism but a gift of grace amid the realities of life. Like every mother, whenever Mary looked at her Son, she thought of his future. Surely she kept pondering in her heart the words spoken to her in the Temple by the elderly Simeon: “This child is destined for the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed, so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed – and a sword will pierce your own soul too” (Lk 2:34-35). At the foot of the cross, she witnessed the passion and death of Jesus, her innocent son. Overwhelmed with grief, she nonetheless renewed her “fiat”, never abandoning her hope and trust in God. In this way, Mary cooperated for our sake in the fulfilment of all that her Son had foretold in announcing that he would have to “undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again” (Mk 8:31). In the travail of that sorrow, offered in love, Mary became our Mother, the Mother of Hope. It is not by chance that popular piety continues to invoke the Blessed Virgin as Stella Maris, a title that bespeaks the sure hope that, amid the tempests of this life, the Mother of God comes to our aid, sustains us and encourages us to persevere in hope and trust.In this regard, I would note that the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City is preparing to celebrate, in 2031, the fifth centenary of Our Lady's first apparition. Through Juan Diego, the Mother of God brought a revolutionary message of hope that she continues to bring to every pilgrim and all the faithful: “Am I not here, who am your Mother?” [20] That message continues to touch hearts in the many Marian shrines throughout the world, where countless pilgrims commend to the holy Mother of God their cares, their sorrows and their hopes. During the Jubilee Year, may these shrines be sacred places of welcome and privileged spaces for the rebirth of hope. I encourage all pilgrims to Rome to spend time in prayer in the Marian shrines of the City, in order to venerate the Blessed Mother and to implore her protection. I am confident that everyone, especially the suffering and those most in need, will come to know the closeness of Mary, the most affectionate of mothers, who never abandons her children and who, for the holy people of God, is “a sign of certain hope and comfort”. [21] (from Pope Francis' Bull of Indiction for the Jubilee Year, Spes Non Confundit) Notes:Jubilee ResourcesRead Spes Non Confundit hereVisit Pope Leo XIV resource pageView Pope Francis ResourcesView conclave resources here Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.
Thank you for joining us for worship this Sunday at Upper Room Church! We would love to hear from you. Comment below and let us know you are watching. View this week's sermon notes here: https://upperroomchurch.cls.co/rrsd Hebrews 12:1; 1 Kings 19; 2 Kings 2 More about the Nightingale: https://upperroompensacola.com/at-the-nightingale Join the Legacy Team: https://bit.ly/UR_Join_the_Legacy_Team Let us know if you are interested in Baptism: https://bit.ly/UR_Baptism Click this link to Connect with us! https://bit.ly/UR_Connect_with_US If you would like to join a group or lead a group, find out more here — https://upperroompensacola.com/urgroups/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, you can give a donation here https://upperroompensacola.com/give/ or text GIVE and the AMOUNT to 84321. Whether you need prayer or assistance or just want to share your decision of faith with us, please connect with us at https://upperroompensacola.com/get-in-touch/ Streaming License through CCLI https://ccli.com/us/en/streaming Copyright protection under 17 U.S.C. § 110 - U.S. Code - Section 3
About six months ago, a simple puzzle activity with my daughter sparked a deep reflection: life doesn't make much sense when you only see a few pieces. And that's exactly how the disciples must have felt during Holy Week. They knew Jesus was the Messiah, but they didn't yet have the full picture. In this sermon from John 16, we explore Jesus' words to His disciples in the Upper Room—the night before His crucifixion—where He says, “In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me.” Their confusion mirrors our own when we face grief, uncertainty, or even death. But here's the hope: Jesus' resurrection changes everything. Like the image on a puzzle box, it gives us clarity, context, and joy. What once looked like tragedy becomes triumph. Through Jesus' victory over the grave, we are given a perspective that transforms sorrow into joy and despair into confidence. And when the pieces still don't seem to fit, Jesus gives us something else—prayer. We can turn to our Heavenly Father in Jesus' name, trusting that He sees the full picture of our lives and is working all things for our good.
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Were women a part of Jesus' Ministry Author Evangelist Laverna Spain. This Sunday let us briefly review the topic of 'were women a part of Jesus' Ministry'; did they serve as Disciples along with men, becauseSome consensus think that women were just on lookers when Jesus walked and carried through His Ministry for God's Kingdom. However, the scriptures do not reflect this consensus. There were many women, though there are women whose names are not mentioned this Sunday, please be encouraged that women were planting seeds for God's Kingdom along with men. You are encouraged to also do God's Kingdom ministry. Here are a few names of women to consider; Mary Magdelene, Dorcas, Salome the mother of the sons of Zebedee, Mary the wife of Clopas, Joanne the wife of Chuza along with Mary the Mother of Jesus Christ. These women served in varies roles as Disciples of Jesus Christ. They were also in the upper room on the Day of Pentecost. The scriptures reads that, "they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues." Therefore, be encouraged brethren, women were Disciples of Jesus Christ just as the men that served as Disciples. Joyful!Evangelist Laverna Spain.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faith-of-a-mustard-seed-messages-of-faith-through-challenges--4257220/support.
In this message, pastor Ethan Bricker discusses why all Christians have been called royal priests and what the priesthood of all believers means for us in our modern-day lives. To be a priest first and foremost means to be a first follower - someone who is willing to follow a leader before anyone else. Contrary to our post-modern mindsets, FOLLOWING IS LEADING. God has called us to approach him, become united with Him by His Son, and mind the gap between the lost and our Father who finds.For more information regarding The Clearing Church, visit our website by clicking hereFollow us on Instagram today by clicking hereWatch the message on our YouTube channel here
Jesus is about to leave his disciples. This was unthinkable for them. But in the culmination of the conversation in that Upper Room, he explains how everything that's about to happen is for their benefit—and ours.
Jesus prays for unity within the body.
UPPERROOM is a community that gathers morning, noon, and night to minister to the Lord. They exist to minister to the Lord by giving Him our thanksgiving and praise, to worship Him by agreeing with who He is, and intercede by agreeing with what He desires to do in our lives, city, and earth.We spoke with their Worship Director, Jonathan Lewis, and Oscar Gamboa: writer, producer, and MD of UPPERROOM. We speak on organizing and pouring into a large group of volunteers, their latest release 1350 (and how these album releases differentiate between their Moments releases), and the importance of returning to the place where God first met us. Resources for UPPERROOM: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/UPPERROOM/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com
Thank you for joining us for worship this Sunday at Upper Room Church! We would love to hear from you. Comment below and let us know you are watching. View this week's sermon notes here: https://upperroomchurch.cls.co/zckt Hebrews 12:1; Psalm 23 & 37 More about the Nightingale: https://upperroompensacola.com/at-the-nightingale Join the Legacy Team: https://bit.ly/UR_Join_the_Legacy_Team Let us know if you are interested in Baptism: https://bit.ly/UR_Baptism Click this link to Connect with us! https://bit.ly/UR_Connect_with_US If you would like to join a group or lead a group, find out more here — https://upperroompensacola.com/urgroups/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, you can give a donation here https://upperroompensacola.com/give/ or text GIVE and the AMOUNT to 84321. Whether you need prayer or assistance or just want to share your decision of faith with us, please connect with us at https://upperroompensacola.com/get-in-touch/ Streaming License through CCLI https://ccli.com/us/en/streaming Copyright protection under 17 U.S.C. § 110 - U.S. Code - Section 3
Friends of the Rosary,Today, May 14, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Matthias, apostle and martyr, chosen by the Holy Spirit.Matthias, who was present in the Upper Room at Pentecost when the Holy Spirit came down as tongues of fire, would become the twelfth apostle after Judas' betrayal and death.The events took place this way: after the Ascension of Jesus, St. Peter proposed to the assembled faithful that they choose a disciple of Christ to fill the place of the traitor Judas. Prayers of all would result in favor of Matthias.He brought the Gospel to Judea, Cappadocia (present-day Turkey), the coasts of the Caspian Sea, and Ethiopia.Matthias is often pictured with an ax, which suggests that he was beheaded.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will. Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New York• May 14, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET