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God doesn't give revelation to rebels except His gracious call to repentance and restoration. A right relationship with the risen Messiah will cause you to become more and more like Jesus every day.When it was decided that we should sail for Italy, they delivered Paul and some other prisoners to a centurion of the Augustan Cohort named Julius. And embarking in a ship of Adramyttium, which was about to sail to the ports along the coast of Asia, we put to sea, accompanied by Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica. The next day we put in at Sidon. And Julius treated Paul kindly and gave him leave to go to his friends and be cared for. And putting out to sea from there we sailed under the lee of Cyprus, because the winds were against us. And when we had sailed across the open sea along the coast of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia. There the centurion found a ship of Alexandria sailing for Italy and put us on board. Acts 27:1-6 ESVWe struggled along the coast with great difficulty and finally arrived at Fair Havens, near the town of Lasea. We had lost a lot of time. The weather was becoming dangerous for sea travel because it was so late in the fall, and Paul spoke to the ship's officers about it. “Men,” he said, “I believe there is trouble ahead if we go on, shipwreck, loss of cargo, and danger to our lives as well.” Acts 27:8-10 NLTWhen a light wind began blowing from the south, the sailors thought they could make it. So they pulled up anchor and sailed close to the shore of Crete. Acts 27:13 NLTWisdom isn't determined by the direction of the wind!  But the weather changed abruptly, and a wind of typhoon strength (called a “northeaster”) burst across the island and blew us out to sea. The sailors couldn't turn the ship into the wind, so they gave up and let it run before the gale. Acts 27:14-15 NLTDon't let a moment of favor or desire determine your direction or destiny. The next day, as gale-force winds continued to batter the ship, the crew began throwing the cargo overboard. The following day they even took some of the ship's tackle and threw it overboard. The terrible storm raged for many days, blotting out the sun and the stars, until at last all hope was gone. Acts 27:18-20 NLTIn a severe storm, earthly possessions and navigation systems can become of little or no value. No one had eaten for a long time. Finally, Paul called the crew together and said, “Men, you should have listened to me in the first place and not left Crete. You would have avoided all this damage and loss. Acts 27:21 NLTA tactical “I told you so” can be a blessing if you receive it as an encouragement to listen next time. - But take courage! None of you will lose your lives, even though the ship will go down. For last night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve stood beside me, and he said, ‘Don't be afraid, Paul, for you will surely stand trial before Caesar! What's more, God in his goodness has granted safety to everyone sailing with you.' So take courage! For I believe God. It will be just as he said. But we will be shipwrecked on an island.” Acts 27:22-26 NLT God will always prioritize the condition of your soul and salvation over any temporal success or solution.Just as day was dawning, Paul urged everyone to eat. “You have been so worried that you haven't touched food for two weeks,” he said. “Please eat something now for your own good. For not a hair of your heads will perish.” Then he took some bread, gave thanks to God before them all, and broke off a piece and ate it. Then everyone was encouraged and began to eat, all 276 of us who were on board. Acts 27:33-37 NLTOften it's our response to the problems we face that is the real problem, and what causes us to lose our way.The soldiers decided to kill the prisoners so none could escape by swimming, but the centurion, determined to save Paul, stopped them. He gave orders for anyone who could swim to dive in and go for it, and for the rest to grab a plank. Everyone made it to shore safely. Acts 27:42-44 MSGBut Paul shook off the snake into the fire and was unharmed. The people waited for him to swell up or suddenly drop dead. But when they had waited a long time and saw that he wasn't harmed, they changed their minds and decided he was a god. Acts 28:5-6 NLT For the next two years, Paul lived in Rome at his own expense. He welcomed all who visited him, boldly proclaiming the Kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ. And no one tried to stop him. Acts 28:30-31 NLTThe faith and faithfulness of Paul was only outmatched by the faithfulness of our loving, living God.

Today, the Spotlight shines On musician, software engineer, and plug-in developer Aqeel Aadam.Aqeel's got deep roots in Philadelphia's music scene—his grandfather was a jazz musician who gifted him his first guitar. That foundation led him from Princeton's computer science and music programs to a five-year stint at Google, and eventually to creating his own company, Aqeel Aadam Sound.His plug-ins aim to bring the magic of hardware synthesizers and modular workflows into the digital realm. His latest release, Waymaker, ties together his entire ecosystem of products in what he calls "an expansive, inspirational environment to get lost in." Aqeel's here to walk us through this unique approach to music technology and share how he's democratizing complex modular synthesis for producers everywhere.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Aqeel Aadam album Swim, Simian)–Dig DeeperVisit Aqeel Aadam Sound at aqeelaadamsound.comFollow Aqeel on Instagram and Aqeel Aadam Sound InstagramListen to Aqeel's music on Bandcamp and visit his personal site at aqeelaadam.comWatch Aqeel's videos on YouTubeWaymaker - MIDI sequencer plugin on KVR AudioWeeping Wall - Microlooper effect discussion on KVRRidgewalk - Granular looper (part of AAS ecosystem)Mystery Circles - Record label that released Aqeel's albumsDig into this episode's complete show notes at spotlightonpodcast.com–• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate Spotlight On ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.• Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of Spotlight On in your podcast app of choice.• Looking for more? Visit spotlightonpodcast.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Spotlight On email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn.• Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, the Spotlight shines On musician, software engineer, and plug-in developer Aqeel Aadam.Aqeel's got deep roots in Philadelphia's music scene—his grandfather was a jazz musician who gifted him his first guitar. That foundation led him from Princeton's computer science and music programs to a five-year stint at Google, and eventually to creating his own company, Aqeel Aadam Sound.His plug-ins aim to bring the magic of hardware synthesizers and modular workflows into the digital realm. His latest release, Waymaker, ties together his entire ecosystem of products in what he calls "an expansive, inspirational environment to get lost in." Aqeel's here to walk us through this unique approach to music technology and share how he's democratizing complex modular synthesis for producers everywhere.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Aqeel Aadam album Swim, Simian)–Dig DeeperVisit Aqeel Aadam Sound at aqeelaadamsound.comFollow Aqeel on Instagram and Aqeel Aadam Sound InstagramListen to Aqeel's music on Bandcamp and visit his personal site at aqeelaadam.comWatch Aqeel's videos on YouTubeWaymaker - MIDI sequencer plugin on KVR AudioWeeping Wall - Microlooper effect discussion on KVRRidgewalk - Granular looper (part of AAS ecosystem)Mystery Circles - Record label that released Aqeel's albumsDig into this episode's complete show notes at spotlightonpodcast.com–• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate Spotlight On ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.• Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of Spotlight On in your podcast app of choice.• Looking for more? Visit spotlightonpodcast.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Spotlight On email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn.• Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Generation Church, led by Pastor Rich and Tina Romero. Our hope is that these messages give you hope, faith and encouragement throughout the week. To learn more about Generation Church: Visit us online: https://mygeneration.cc Contact us: https://mygeneration.cc/contact Interact with us: If you made a decision to follow Jesus, text "Established" to 970-00

Where You Are From Doesn't Dictate Where You Can GoJohn 7:40-41 “ When they heard these words, some in the crowd said, “This is really the prophet.” Others said, “This is the Messiah.” But some asked, “Surely the Messiah does not come from Galilee, does he?”When I was looking for a scripture verse today, I opened my Bible and just started reading. I was reading about how Jesus was telling people if they were thirsty, they could come to Him. He was talking about living waters flowing from the hearts of those who believed in Him. Then I read these two verses. “ When they heard these words, some in the crowd said, 'This is really the prophet.” Others said, “This is the Messiah.” But some asked, “Surely the Messiah does not come from Galilee, does he?” As soon as I read that last line, I felt like the Holy Spirit stopped me and said, “That right there, that is what you need to talk about today.”Have you been feeling called to do something and yet not feeling qualified to do it? Did you know Jesus couldn't perform any miracles in his hometown? Not because He didn't have the ability, but because no one would believe that Jesus, the little boy that grew up in their town, could be the Messiah. The town Jesus grew up in wasn't special, and Jesus was just a carpenter's kid. He wasn't special. There is no way that the Savior of the world could be born in Bethlehem or grow up in Nazareth, a small village in the region of Galilee.What I feel the Holy Spirit putting on my heart is that some of you are letting other people's opinions of you hold you back or keep you down. You know you are made for great things, and yet you are allowing the voices of others to get in your head. You are allowing your family to decide who you are. Your family has always seen you one way, and no matter how much you change, they can't change how they see you, so you stay stuck. The same can be true with your friends or with your work. They know you as one person, and no matter how much you have changed, they still see you as that person.I remember I was doing this to my friend Kath. Not intentionally, but when I knew her, she was Kathleen. Then at some point, she started going by Kath. I knew her as Kathleen, so I called her Kathleen for the longest time. I am not sure if someone said something to me, or if I just came to my senses, but I realized that if she wanted to be Kath now, I should call her Kath. I know this may be a silly example, but it is to demonstrate how we might not be letting those we know change in ways that they want to. Look at those around you. Are you allowing them to change and grow, or are you treating them the same way you did 20 years ago or 10 years ago?Jesus fulfilled so many prophecies. Jesus did all the signs and wonders. People knew just by hearing Him talk that He was the Messiah. Everyone knew there was something different about Jesus. Yet, even with all that evidence, some people couldn't get past the fact of where He grew up. This might happen to you. You might be doing all the things Jesus is asking you to do. You might be giving all the talks or praying over all the people and yet some people might not be able to get past the fact that you are just so and so's son or daughter. They might not be able to get over the fact that you did not come from some spectacular place or that your family wasn't super religious when you were growing up.We live in a world that tends to judge us by arbitrary standards. They want you to have these credentials, or this upbringing, or their socioeconomic class or background. People don't want to listen to you unless you have a doctorate in whatever it is you are talking about. However, if you are called by the Lord to teach on something, then He will give you all the knowledge you need on that subject. When my mind starts to tell me that I am not qualified, which it definitely tries to do, I look to the Saints. When I am telling myself that I need a theology degree to talk about the Bible, I am reminded of St. Catherine of Sienna, who is a doctor of the Catholic Church, and yet she could not read and write for most of her life. She had no formal education, at least not past grade school.She spent time with the Lord, and He told her everything she needed to know. St. Terese of Lisieux is the patron saint of missionaries, even though she was too sickly to ever go on a mission trip. Don't let those negative voices in your head try to convince you that you are a nobody, so God couldn't possibly use you. Don't listen when those around you tell you that you are not special enough to have a calling from God. Imagine how different life would be for us if Jesus had given up when those in his hometown didn't believe in Him. Imagine if he had listened to all those who said nothing good comes from Nazareth.Where you are from does not dictate where you can go. There are endless possibilities as to where you can go and what you can do. Just follow the Lord, and He will take you wherever you want to go. You don't have to know the way. He is a Way Maker. All you have to do is say yes to his calling and then take the next right step. God will guide you to where He wants you. Your job is just to keep listening to the Lord and ignoring all the negative comments and those who wish to slow you down or stop you from fulfilling your mission. Trust the Lord and His plan for you. You are special in His eyes, and He picked this mission specifically for you!Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode. Lord, help us to listen to you and block out those who wish to discourage us or stop us from doing what you are calling us to do. Lord, give us the grace to see ourselves through your eyes. Help us to love ourselves the way you love, unconditionally and without judgment. Please help us to see in ourselves what you see in us, what you put in us. Help us to be strong, persistent, and resilient enough to fulfill our mission. We love you, Lord, and we ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's holy name, Amen!Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I want to remind everyone of my upcoming retreat in Oct. It is 11 weeks away, which means there is still plenty of time to plan for it and yet it is not so far away that we need to wait forever. In case you missed the discription, here it is again. In a world that constantly tells us who we should be—based on status, appearance, success, or past mistakes—it's easy to lose sight of who we truly are. This retreat is an invitation to step away from the noise and return to the heart of your Creator. Through Scripture-based teaching, worship, journaling, and authentic community, you'll begin to uncover the truth of your identity—not as the world defines it, but as God declares it. You are not your past. You are not your failures. You are not what others have said about you. You are who God says you are: loved, chosen, redeemed, and called for a purpose.
Whether you're seeking healing, clarity, or simply a deeper understanding of your worth in Christ, this retreat is a sacred space to rediscover your God-given identity and walk boldly in it. The retreat is October 11-12th. I hope you can join me. CLICK HERE for all the details. I look forward meeting you here again tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day.Today's Word from the Lord was received in January 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Today is the day the Lord has made. Today is the day the Lord is blessed with his mercy and love. Abide in and live from this mercy and great love.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

What holds many Christians back from sharing the gospel with friends and family? Often, it's a sense of inadequacy or fear. In this opening message for Waymaker.Church's 2025 Year of Harvest, we explore Luke 9–10, where Jesus sends out seventy-two ordinary followers—not just the twelve—to prepare the way for His arrival.This message reminds us that we are not called to save people, but to prepare the way for Jesus to meet them. Through prayer, compassion, and obedience, every believer is invited into the mission of the harvest. The opportunities are all around us—but the workers are few. Jesus is clear: the mission won't be easy—but it is worth the risk. You are sent and you are equipped.

Title: The Way-MakerSpeaker: Rob BerrethScripture: Hebrews 10:1-23Episode Overview:Hebrews 10:1–23 draws a bold contrast between the old covenant system of sacrifices and the once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus Christ. While the law served as a shadow of what was to come, it could never fully cleanse or perfect the worshiper. But through Christ's incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection, we are sanctified, forgiven, and granted full access to the presence of God. This message unpacks the richness of the Gospel — how it fulfills the law, removes every barrier, and invites us to draw near to God with confidence. Jesus is the true and better high priest, and because of His finished work, we are free to approach the throne of grace without fear or shame.Key Highlights:• The law as a shadow, not the substance• Why no sacrifice — no matter how frequent or sincere — could remove sin• Christ's once-for-all offering that perfects and sanctifies believers• The torn curtain and the invitation to draw near to God• The assurance and confidence we have through Christ as our high priest• A call to hold fast to our confession because He who promised is faithfulCall to Action:Come boldly. Hebrews reminds us that we have continual, confident access to God because of Christ's finished work. Don't shrink back—draw near. Rest in His grace. Hold fast in hope.Redeemer Church211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226www.redeemernw.org

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Aqeel Aadam is a musician, sound designer, and plugin developer blending modular synthesis with a love of nature and organic textures. Through his company, Aqeel Aadam Sound, he creates audio plugins for the curious and open-minded. He creates tools that spark inspiration rather than dictate outcomes. Aqeel and I explore the connection between nature and synthesis, the power of limitations in creativity, and how modular gear shapes his sonic world. We talk about learning through struggle, designing plugins that encourage play over perfection, and finding joy in the unpredictable. Aqeel shares his story of learning guitar from his jazz-guitarist grandfather, discovering modular synthesis in college, and developing a suite of expressive, visually rich plugins like Ridgewalk, Waymaker, and Weeping Wall. Listen on Apple | Spotify | YouTube Takeaways: Plugins for the Curious & Open-Minded – Aqeel designs tools that prioritize exploration over precision, encouraging musicians to discover unexpected results through experimentation. Modular Meets Nature – His music and visual plugin interfaces reflect his deep love of nature and organic textures, merging the electronic and the natural in both form and function. Learning Through Struggle – From self-teaching guitar to building plugins, Aqeel embraces the idea that struggling through something is essential to meaningful learning. Designing for Musical Flow – Rather than overloading plugins with technical features, Aqeel focuses on simplicity, usability, and play, so musicians can stay in the creative zone. From Guitar to Eurorack – His journey from jazz guitar to modular synths and plugin development reflects a wide-ranging approach to music-making and sound design. Improvisation as Composition – Aqeel's performances and recordings often begin with semi-generative modular systems, allowing spontaneity to guide structure and form. Inspiration Over Information – His plugins don't just process sound—they invite interaction and interpretation, helping users find their voice through curiosity. Contextual Composition – Like an impressionist painter, Aqeel aims to place abstract textures into recognizable musical frameworks that resonate emotionally. Visual Interfaces Matter – From growing circular meters to mountainous visualizers, Aqeel's plugins look as fun as they sound—inviting creators to explore without intimidation. Building an Ecosystem – With plugins like Waymaker interacting with his other tools, Aqeel is creating a modular digital environment where small ideas lead to big creative breakthroughs. Links: Aqeel Aadam Sound Website – https://aqeeladamsound.com Aqeel Aadam Sound Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aqeelaadamsound Aqeel's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/aqeel.aadam Aqeel's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AqeelAadam Aqeel on Bandcamp - https://aqeelaadam.bandcamp.com Brian Funk Website – https://brianfunk.com Music Production Club – https://brianfunk.com/mpc 5-Minute Music Producer Book – https://brianfunk.com/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack – https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit Music Production Podcast Archive – https://brianfunk.com/podcast

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon.This week's show is called "And This Too Shall Pass." Tune in and hear Steve offer words of encouragement that will help each of us maintain a healthy perspective as we go through our daily lives and experience difficult situations that make us angry and bring on stress.  God has a plan.In this episode of Right Thinking with Steve Copeland, titled "And This Too Shall Pass," I delve into maintaining a healthy perspective during life's challenges. Building on feedback from previous shows, I aim to provide encouragement through shared struggles, emphasizing the bigger plan God has for us. I reflect on my personal journey and the importance of authenticity in my mission with the Right Thinking Foundation, enhancing our understanding of joy amidst trials.I explore the phrase "this too shall pass," its historical roots, and its relevance to our lives. Through biblical insights from Matthew and Philippians, I encourage listeners to let go of worries, reconnect with spiritual priorities, and recognize the fleeting nature of struggles compared to eternal promises. I also highlight Psalm 91's call for refuge in God's love and share inspiration from the song "Waymaker." My goal is for listeners to leave with renewed faith and gratitude, recognizing that divine peace is always within reach.https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

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•Bishop Ron Woods A native of Chicago, Illinois, Bishop RonWoods Jr. is a dynamic and multidimensional leader—Pastor, Teacher, Preacher, Singer, Recording Artist, and Producer—whose ministry spans the pulpit, public square, and global stage. •In 2023, he was elected as the Pastor of AHOP Chicago (Apostolic House of Prayer Chicago). A church known for itshistoric and legacy-rich ministry, founded by the late establishmentarian, Bishop Arthur C. Bell Jr. Today, Bishop Woods leads AHOP Chicago with vision, humility, and a deep commitment to honoring the foundation, while buildingtoward a powerful, Spirit-led future.•An accomplished recording artist, Bishop Woods has released several charting gospel singles including “I'm Blessed,” “Waymaker,” “Water Walkers,” “Better,” “Be A Gift,” “The Chant (Miracles, Signs, and Wonders),” “We're In This Together,” “It's That Time,” and “Jesus Lives.”•His upcoming LP, “The Sunday Morning Experience – Volume 1” with AHOP Chicago, captures the authenticsound of Pentecostal worship and is set to impact audiences across generations.•“It's That Time” is available for downloads and streaming on all digital platforms.•Please send Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would liketo hear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ •You may Subscribe to the podcast and be alerted when the newest episode is published. Subscribe on Spotify and we will know you are a regular listener. All 4+ Seasons of guests are still live; check out some other Podcast Episodesover 200 episodes are available. •LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIOSHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST •There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebookpage ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.   •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •BOOK RELEASES"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!" •“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”••COMING JULY 2025 •"Molding a Black Princess"Pre-Order Information https://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

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The old prayer, “Lord, give me patience and give it now” has more truth than we would like to admit. As Pastor Ricky teaches today, learning to trust God requires a great deal of patience and waiting. We're learning in Habakkuk that God is squarely in charge. Another word for that is sovereign. Pastor Ricky reminds us that as we acknowledge that, it requires us to let go of forcing our own path and agendas in order to see progress the way we prefer it. Trust in God always pays off.

Have you ever wanted to be a part of a family, a company, or a club where everybody looked out purely for the best interest of each other? That sounds a little too good to be true sometimes, doesn't it? Well as Pastor Ricky teaches us today, God is always working and always including us in His victories. We never see God off doing something with disregard to what's going on back in our own lives. Somehow, God sees fit to include us and have us as co-victors with Him. That's the good news of the Gospel.

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“In a world filled with pain and chaos, how can the resurrection of Jesus still be Good News?”In this powerful Easter message, Jon Dupin unpacks 1 Corinthians 15 and shows us why the resurrection isn't just a story from the past—it's the foundation of our hope today.If Jesus didn't rise, faith is empty, sin wins, and death is the end. But because He did rise, we have real hope, real power, and a promise that what's broken won't stay that way.Through honest storytelling and biblical truth, this message invites you to see resurrection not as an instant fix—but as the beginning of restoration in you and the world around you.

When anxious thoughts flood your mind and you feel like you're living in a fog—disconnected from the moment and overwhelmed by “what ifs”—you’re not alone. In today’s devotional, Kelly Balarie vulnerably shares how anxiety hijacked her thoughts even in the middle of everyday moments with her kids. But instead of staying stuck in the spiral of fear, she turned to Psalm 27:1 and found refuge in God's Word:“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” We encourage you to pray: “Lord, help me to release what I’m holding onto so tightly. Let me trust that You are my stronghold, my refuge, and my salvation—even when I feel like I’m falling apart.” When our grip on life feels weak, God reminds us: He’s the one holding on tight.Let this be your permission to stop rehearsing worst-case scenarios and instead rest in the truth that God is your Light, your Refuge, and your Stronghold. When we move out of the way, we make way for the Way Maker. Join the Conversation:Have you ever been so anxious that you struggled to be present? What verse has helped anchor you in those moments? Let us know @LifeaudioNetwork or by email. We’d love to hear your story and stand with you in faith.

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This Sunday morning, we had the incredible opportunity to hear Compassion International's vision and witness the power of child sponsorship firsthand. A former Compassion child shared his inspiring journey—how God used sponsorship to transform his life from poverty to purpose.Be encouraged as we dive into this powerful testimony of hope, faith, and God's provision.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In Matthew 25, Jesus paints a clear picture—true faith is revealed through compassionate action. The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats challenges us to move beyond empty religion and into a life marked by love, service, and sacrifice.At Waymaker.Church, we believe faith and action go hand in hand. In this message, we unpack how Jesus identifies His true Church—not by religious activity, but by a heart transformed to serve “the least of these.”Join us as we explore how compassionate action shapes us to see and become more like Jesus.

There may be times when it seems your dreams will never come to pass. As you continue to trust in God, you will find He is able to make a way where there seems to be no way. Isaiah 43:19 says “Behold, I will do a new thing, Now, it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” Join Richard Roberts and Pastor William Luffman as they share real life testimonies and biblical principles to encourage you that God is a Way Maker you can trust in every difficult situation. Pastor Luffman shares specific steps you can take to keep moving toward your goals when it seems nothing is happening. -To learn more about Richard Roberts Ministries, go to www.richardroberts.org -For prayer, go to www.richardroberts.org/prayer or call 1-918-495-7777 -To learn more about Pastor William Luffman, go to www.faithoutreach.org -facebook: www.facebook.com/RichardRobertsOfficial-YouTube: www.YouTube.com/RichardRobertsMinistries-instagram: @richardrobertsofficial

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What does it mean to be a true friend in a Jesus-centered community? In this message, Pastor Jon Dupin unpacks the biblical foundation of loving correction—a key characteristic of authentic friendship.Too often, we believe myths about relationships in the church:❌ Following Jesus automatically makes us great at friendships.❌ We will naturally get along with other believers.❌ Love for one another is instant and effortless.But the New Testament tells a different story. True friendship isn't about flattery or appeasement—it's about mutual affection and correction, sharpening one another toward spiritual maturity (Proverbs 27:17, Ephesians 4:15).Through Galatians 6, we learn how to:✅ Restore others with gentleness when they stumble.✅ Carry one another's burdens while taking personal responsibility.✅ Love in a way that transforms judgment into compassion and action.Are you ready to build deeper, Christ-centered relationships? Watch now and take a step toward living out the “one another” commands of Scripture.

We may not be able to see the big picture of our life and God's will for us. He has a plan, and He will make a way for us. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us that it begins with TRUST. Samuel's Origin story starts with Hannah's faith and trust in God when she was not given any promise or answer. She faithfully honored God and believed.Bible Verse(s): 1 Samuel 1; Proverbs 3:5-6; Philippians 4:4-7Top 20 list at Feedspot: ⁠⁠https://podcast.feedspot.com/christian_men_podcasts/⁠⁠E: warriorwithin.christianmanhood@gmail.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorwarriorwithinMerch Store: https://wwcm-podcast.printify.me/productsRUMBLE: https://rumble.com/user/WarriorWithinPastor-----------------------------------------------------Track: Jim Yosef - Samurai [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch:Free Download / Stream:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://NCS.io/Samurai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

[Season 5, Episode 3] Welcome to I AM Beautiful Wild Free Affirmation Podcast—a sacred space where faith, miracles, and divine overflow come to life. Here, we declare God's goodness, embrace His perfect timing, and walk boldly in the promises He has fulfilled.This is your reminder that God is a Waymaker, a Promise Keeper, and a Faithful Provider. Through His grace, He lifts, fulfills, and anoints us for such a time as this. Every blessing, every answered prayer, and every moment of breakthrough is a testament to His love and power.Join Erin Marie, @bwfwoman, as we affirm His promises, share powerful testimonies, and speak life over our journeys. Because this is our season, our portion, our destiny—and God Did it For MeGod did it for me. And He will do it for you ✨Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, rate this podcast and subscribe! For inquiries, email info@manifestherdaily.com.Learn More About manifestHERdaily: https://www.manifestHERdaily.comFollow manifestHERdaily on YouVersion: https://bit.ly/MHDYouVersionWatch manifestHERdaily on YouTube: https://bit.ly/MHDonYouTubeStart Getting Erin Marie's Inspirational Texts: https://bit.ly/MHDaffirmationsFollow manifestHERdaily on Instagram: https://bit.ly/MHDInstagramJoin Erin Marie's Inner Circle: https://bit.ly/MHDComeCloser

He is a Way Maker!

Shaking us free from idols prepares us to move into what God has next for us. But we can't do much moving at all if we're too busy looking at the way God moved in the past that we forget to look to our WAYMAKER.  Encounter Questions:  - What way (looking for God to do a specific thing) have I been worshipping that has taken my eyes off the waymaker? - What truth do you want to tell me about who You are that will prepare me for Your Promises?

Shaking us free from idols prepares us to move into what God has next for us. But we can't do much moving at all if we're too busy looking at the way God moved in the past that we forget to look to our WAYMAKER.  Encounter Questions:  - What way (looking for God to do a specific thing) have I been worshipping that has taken my eyes off the waymaker? - What truth do you want to tell me about who You are that will prepare me for Your Promises?

I realized after posting yesterday's podcast episode that I missed Witness Wednesday. I was away for the weekend, and coming back on Monday must have thrown me off. However, I didn't want you to miss out on Witness Wednesday, so I am just doing it a day late this week.  Today's witnesses are from Matthew West's website called popwe.org. If you don't know who Matthew West is, he is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller. This website is for the non-profit that he has with his father, a pastor. Matthew and his father encourage people to share their stories. They have various categories of stories. Today, I chose two testimonies from the Salvation Category. Often, we can hear our own story in someone else's story. When we listen to others tell their story, it helps us see that we are not alone. When we hear how God worked in their situation, it gives us hope that He will work in ours, too! I pray when you hear these testimonies, you get the faith and hope to believe that miracles can happen in your situation, also. I pray you know that God is there with you, and if you invite Him into your situation, He can help. I hope you enjoy these testimonies.My name is Cyndi. My broken story started before I was even born. I was the last of my bio mom's seven kids.  Unfortunately, she was an alcoholic who drank during her pregnancy, so I have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.When I was born in 1971, I weighed about 3 lbs. I was adopted at age 1. Unfortunately, the family I was adopted into was dysfunctional. I suffered all manner of abuse, including sexual abuse. This hurt me so bad that I wanted to die for many years.I was diagnosed at twenty with Bipolar Disorder. But I didn't take the medication because I just didn't want to. I got pregnant at twenty-one.  I literally had my son on my twenty second birthday.  I married his dad four months later.But my husband was abusive, mentally, emotionally, and verbally.  And because I had never dealt with my previous abuse, I believed his abuse was my fault. Not only did I stay with him and raise my son, but I also had another child, a daughter, when my son was six years old.Even though I thought our problems were my fault, I still knew how ridiculous that sounded because I knew I didn't really want to live like that. I separated from him when my daughter was three and tried to take the kids.He used lies and insinuation to get them back. I ended up being divorced and having visitation with my kids. It wasn't easy, but we managed to survive. You may wonder about my faith throughout all of this. Don't worry, I'm getting there!  I was raised Catholic but got into the Jehovah's Witnesses in 1996. I stayed that in that group until November of 2022, when I learned it wasn't what I had been led to believe.I was a lost soul for a little while but came back to Christianity the next November and have been loving it since. I'm quite happy these days. I do take meds. I have two spectacular kids and a wonderful granddaughter. I've been through more therapy than I care to admit and I'm still in it. But I've learned that it's okay to not be okay sometimes.Because I spent twenty-seven years not doing any holidays or birthdays, I take care to do them all and really celebrate them.  I really appreciate and enjoy my friends and family. So, I guess I have a pretty good ending to my broken story.But it's all because of Jesus. I do wish that my kids would love Jesus like I do, but they have to get to know him from a different perspective now. Just like I did.Ben:  I grew up in a Christian home going to church every Sunday, being involved in AWANA and Youth Group, and going to Bible camps based on the Bible. The broken chapters of my life started before age 14. I was a Christian then. I believed hard on God, He was my Savior and He loved me. In 2017, when I was in the 6th grade, the garage of my house went up in flames. That was really tough for me and my whole family to go through. I hated God through that. It was about a year of moving around, and not being in my own neighborhood.
Further into my life starting around age fourteen is when I fell apart from God.  I got introduced into pornography. That was my biggest struggle. A lot of changes happened. I hated God and felt like I didn't belong with Him. Satan took me over and I felt what he could do to me. Just to be living through that, though, is how I saw God. I became an addict to pornography and that was really harsh. Going though that, plus still going to church was a struggle. I believed that God didn't want me and that He left me. I hated God for writing my life like this. And yet, I prayed almost every day for Him to bring me out of this hell, out of Satan's world.Skipping forward in my life, I am now two months from my 16th birthday. In late February 2021, I moved from my hometown of Naperville, IL to South Nashville, TN. This was the biggest move of my entire life. I was confused and scared of moving so far away, but during this time I was doing better with God. I felt Him closer to me and with me more often. As life moved on during February, I came to realize that God has made my life for a purpose and He has drawn my path. So I just had to trust God that He knew what He was doing in my life. In June 2021, me and my family took a trip back up to my hometown to see friends and family and the community. About halfway through the trip, I was fishing at one of my favorite lakes and started to talk to God. I fished there that day for about 2 1/2 hours and during that time I was having a conversation with God. I felt really close to Him and loved Him. I poured out my fears and thoughts.During week three of the trip, I was in bed one night thinking of my strong fear of death. It scared me so bad, something happened between me and the Lord that I fell apart again. That time was one of the closest times I came to taking my own life, but I never did because of God. He came into my thoughts and blocked that idea. I was so scared of death, I couldn't do it.In week 4 of June, my family and I made our way to Gull Lake Ministries, in Hickory Corners, Michigan. The Friday of that week, I was out on the fishing dock at night about 10:30pm and was listening to my Christian music playlist and the song ‘Way Maker' came on. I poured out my heart to The Lord Jesus Christ asking for forgiveness. After that night, I asked God to come back to my heart.  I prayed and I cried happy tears knowing I had been saved.The week before school started, I joined my school's marching band…lots of hard work balancing that with my studies and with God. A month later, I was greatly in line with God. A month after that I met this girl who was in my instrument section for marching band. She is a very strong believer and a true Christian. She is one of the main people that brought me back to Christ. We prayed together and we both shared music, verses and Bible plans to know Jesus more. Finding a church is one of the harder struggles along with finding a youth group that can be of fit for me to be more connected.
One week, she invited me to her youth group and I liked it. I was able to become closer to the Lord and know that community.Two days later, the thought of killing myself and hurting myself came back. I fell apart from God again. I talked to my friend about this, and she seemed really worried. She tried to talk me out of it. She talked to her parents and gave me music and Bible verses about how God wants me, loves me, and knows me. This lasted about two weeks which is the longest I have had in my life yet. The struggle with the aftermath –going through that was the hardest. Reconnecting myself with God, I found this song by Matthew West called ‘The God Who Stays.' I put this song on repeat and listened to it about 100+ times. The lyrics of the song are really powerful and meaningful. After about a week, I grew closer to Christ, and during worship in a church service, I poured my heart out to the Lord. I felt him right next to me and knew that He was with me. Over the last couple months, I have been in line with Jesus, asking for forgiveness, talking openly to friends about Him, and being involved with church leaders. Now I see and consider myself a Christian, after three years of on/off with God. I am back.I got baptized on February 18, 2022. I love Jesus and I never want to lose Him again.  Amen!Thank you so much to both of you for sharing your stories. You have both had such a hard journey. I appreciate you being vulnerable and sharing your story so that others know they are not alone. It also shows them that if God got you through it, he will get them through it too! Thank you so much for sharing!  www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

How do we embrace God's love among our struggles… and is that even possible? Join me as I read from Psalm 119. David faced numerous challenges, including betrayal, adversity, and suffering, yet he boldly proclaimed, "It was good for me to be afflicted." Why would he say this? What would make David say that it was good??? What mindset and level of love and trust in God would bring him to such a statement?Somehow, David had unwavering trust in God's love, even in his darkest times. What can we learn from him and Job? It is my conviction that God is always drawing us closer to Him. God will make all things work out for us because God is a Waymaker… a good Father, and we can trust in the integrity of His Word.Be encouraged my dear brothers and sisters.Where to purchase “necessary.”Available as a paperback worldwide via Amazon. Also available as an audiobook exclusively on UnlockingGreatness.com Join at: https://www.UnlockingGreatness.comWebsite: https://www.ZenjaGlass.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zenjaglassYouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/ZenjaGlassInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ZenjaGlassFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/zenjaglass.fb Twitter: https://twitter.com/zenjaglass Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ZenjaGlassPinsListen to Unlocking Greatness Podcast with Zenja Glass on your favorite streaming platform! Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcast, and Amazon Music/Audible.Much love,Z. Unlocking Greatness Podcast with Zenja GlassVisit https://www.UnlockingGreatness.com to join the “necessary. Retreat” Much love,Z.

In order to gather the harvest, we must be ready for it and prepared to wage war against our enemy. Join us at Waymaker.Church as our Executive Ministry Leader and wife to our Lead Pastor, Tammy Dupin, shares a specific and personal word.

Make your way to Waymaker Brewing. This is a taphouse with 50 beers on tap, a golf simulator, and a sushi bar. Some seating just to watch the games too. Great spot for the guys!

Pastor Mike teaches about the ways that God is our way maker throughout the Bible.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Monday, Dec. 23, 2024. Ever wonder how the Northern Panhandle got its shape? Like the state itself, it came about as the result of a contentious dispute…a Monroe County farm is the winner of the Pitch Southern WV Business Idea Competition…and 26 small business owners graduate from a Goldman Sachs program at Bridge Valley CTC…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV EXPLORER – You've probably heard of the Mason-Dixon Line, but what about the Ellicot Line?  West Virginia's remarkable shape is partly defined by its odd Northern Panhandle, a finger of land that extends northward more than 60 miles from its central mass. Home to Wheeling, the state's first capital, the panhandle's origins date back to the 1700s and a contentious boundary dispute between Virginia and Pennsylvania that helped shape the history of the U.S. According to Weirton-based historian Paul Zuros, both colonies issued land grants before the American Revolution and sent soldiers and frontiersmen to settle the same land. The dispute eventually became so aggressive that the Continental Congress was forced to step in.  Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/2024/11/19/west-virginia-northern-panhandle-origin-dispute/   #2 – From WV HIVE – Michelle and Derek Miller, owners of Waymaker's Meadows Farm in Monroe County, are celebrating a significant milestone as winners of the Pitch Southern West Virginia Business Idea Competition. The competition was coordinated by the West Virginia Hive Network.  Their farm-to-table business, which offers fresh lamb, chicken and duck eggs, and produce, took home the first-place prize of $2,500. Their winnings will be used to purchase mobile electric coolers that will allow their meat, eggs and produce to be offered to customers in a wider geographic region.  The early positive customer interest in Waymaker's Meadows Farm has the Millers taking steps for expansion. They are now leasing an additional 90 acres of land and have added more farm animals. Read more: https://wvhive.com/2024/12/owners-of-waymakers-meadows-farm-in-monroe-county-are-winners-of-pitch-southern-west-virginia-business-idea-competition/?es_id=d668199133   #3 – From METRO NEWS – Nearly 30 small business owners are the first cohort in West Virginia to be graduating from a $100 million national funding initiative through America's leading multinational investment bank Goldman Sachs. Goldman Sachs graduated 26 small business owners from its signature business-education program, 10,000 Small Businesses, at BridgeValley Community & Technical College earlier this month. The commencement is part of the programs' $100 million Investment in Rural Communities grant, an initiative to reach rural small business owners across 20 states over five years. West Virginia marks the seventh state to host graduates from the program to date after it was launched last year. Goldman Sachs Foundation President Asahi Pompey compared the program to a “mini MBA,” in that it's set up to expand business owners' business-education knowledge and growth. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2024/12/13/nearly-30-small-west-virginia-business-owners-graduate-through-goldman-sachs-program-at-bridgevalley/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Having studied Jesus as the Way Maker and Miracle Worker this week, today we close the Way Maker series looking to the Scriptures showing us our Savior as the Promise Keeper. Pastor Graham teaches that there are some 8,000 promises in the Bible that come from God. Jesus is the fulfillment the perfect promise of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29

Continuing the Way Maker series examining the powerful names of Jesus, Pastor Jack Graham looks to chapter 20 in the Gospel of John for his message today. In the message Miracle Worker, Pastor Graham teaches on the marvelous words and miraculous works of our Lord, who is Himself a miracle. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29

During this Christmas season, Pastor Jack Graham brings the message Way Maker from the series by the same name. The names of the Lord Jesus are all matchless, Pastor Graham teaches. Jesus truly is the way, the truth and the life. He made a way when there was no way. He is the Way Maker. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29

The season of Advent is an invitation—an opportunity to slow down and notice, to slow down and take in the wonder and miracle of Jesus’ birth, to reflect and anticipate. This Christmas may look different than you had hoped or planned, but Jesus is still the same. He has not changed, and He has never let us go. Erin H. Warren is joining us today to discuss her Advent Bible study, Waymaker. This episode is not meant to be another “to do” on your list or create more stress in an already stressful season, but rather to point you to the reason He came in the first place. His coming was more than giving us forgiveness of sins or to part the way before us. He came to part the divide between God and us, between us and heaven. Jesus is our Waymaker. Connect with Erin: https://erinhwarren.com/ Read the Show Notes: https://rachaelkadams.com/writing/ Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.