Podcasts about weariness

Sunday, June 8, 2025 – Pastor Ryp Hankins delivers a timely message that is sure to meet you right where you are. It’s titled, “Walking Through Weariness.” Everyone will experience a period or periods of weariness in this life. It’s a guarantee of life, yet God’s promise of His faithfulness is stronger than the weariness that comes our way. The enemy is determined to wear you out, but listen to Pastor Ryp encourage you to place your trust in God and to commit to praying and worshiping your way through the times ahead. God has a plan, and His plan is to build you up and prepare you for the times ahead so that you can walk through them. Did you hear that? Everything in life eventually passes, especially the hard things. God’s plan is to strengthen you to walk through yours so that someday you may be able to help another walk through theirs. Be encouraged today as you worship and study along with us…

DateJune 1, 2025SynopsisThis week, we welcome special guest preacher Mallory Wyckoff, who first leads us in an imaginative exercise with scripture, inviting us to step into the story and feel its weight. We then explore how Jesus meets us in our deepest weariness and transforms the emptiest of places into spaces of abundance. Join us as we discover the power of trust in the deep places of our lives, where Jesus weaves nets of liberation and hope.ReferencesScripture: Luke 5:1-11About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Weariness Is A Weapon But God Wants to Move • Todd Coconato LIVE from Living Proof - Tyler, TX If you'd like to support the ministry, please visit: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Learn more at: www.PastorTodd.org    Ezekiel 37:4-5 (NKJV) “Again He said to me, ‘Prophesy to these bones, and say to them, “O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! Thus says the Lord GOD to these bones: ‘Surely I will cause breath to enter into you, and you shall live.'” Amos 5:23-24 (NKJV) “Take away from Me the noise of your songs… But let justice run down like water, and righteousness like a mighty stream.” Galatians 6:4 (NKJV) “But let each one examine his own work, and then he will have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.” Revelation 12:10 (NKJV) “…the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down.” Philippians 3:13-14 (NKJV) “…forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize…” Matthew 7:5 (NKJV) “First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye.” Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV) “When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind… And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”  

"Encouragement that Refreshes Weariness" - Sermon by Pastor Paul Frey - 2 Thessalonians 3

Are you tired and weary? Are you worn out and exhausted? In this message, Pastor Doug shares Scriptural insights to living from a place of rested strength.If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond here so we can pray for you and encourage you along your journey: https://hpfc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/680887Check out the HISplace Bible Reading plan here: https://hpfc.org/bible-reading-plan/At HISplace Family Church we don't want something from you, we want something for you! By giving you open up an endless fountain of blessings that God wants to pour out to you. To give today click here: https://hpfc.org/give/Stay Connected:Website: https://hpfc.org/HISplace Family Church Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559273825317HISplace Family Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hisplacefamilychurch/#hisplacefamilychurch #hpfc #dougbartsch  #church #churchonline #battlefieldofthemind  #battlefield #Jesus #jesuschrist #churchonline #message #sermon #series #god #sharethegospel #evangelism #thegoodnews #sunday #sundayservice #christianity #religion #spiritualgrowth #spiritualtransformation #spiritualjourney #war #warwithin #spiritualwarfare #winning #win #rest #weary #tired #exhausted 

   We’ve all had the experience of TIME running much faster than we want it to, and sometimes we actually run OUT of TIME, or find ourselves far behind a time schedule. That is especially true in a rebuilding project, have you experienced that? Join me again please in Jerusalem about 2500 years ago. Everywhere you look at that time, dirt is flying, as the ruins of the demolition of the city of Jerusalem and the great Temple of God are being cleared and restoration begun! Yesterday we looked at Ezra’s description of the rebuilding of the huge Altar for Burnt Offerings on the Temple mount. (Ezra 3:2) In fact that reconstruction happened exactly on the foundation of the original Altar which had first been constructed there almost 500 years before by King Solomon! (Ezra 3:3) (Click here to see full text, images and links)    Pastor Doug Anderson    “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, with our eyes fixed on Jesus…” (Heb. 12:1,2)Have a comment or question about today's chapter? I'm ready to hear from you, contact me here. Interested in helping "Walking with Jesus" financially? Click here

Hebrews 12:12-17

Welcome to Valleybrook's online service. We exist to know & share the life-changing love of God. Today's message is titled, "From Weariness to Worship." We'd love to CONNECT with you. valleybrookchurch.org/connectBe sure to LIKE, FOLLOW, or SUBSCRIBE our page.Find out more...valleybrookchurch.org#valleybrookchurch #EauClaireWisconsin #RealChurch #AwesomeGod #churchonline

Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you,     and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you.For the LORD is a God of justice;     blessed are all those who wait for him.Isaiah 30:1823 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others. Matthew 23:23GOD WILL SHOW MERCYTherefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you,     and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you.For the LORD is a God of justice;     blessed are all those who wait for him.Isaiah 30:18And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness 2 for forty days, being tempted by the devil.Luke 4:1-2"Misinterpretations of our Redeemer's delays are the occasion of a great deal of wickedness. Our Lord Jesus has gone up into the mount of glory, where he is appearing in the presence of God for us, but out of our sight; the heavens must contain him, must conceal him, that we may live by faith. Weariness in waiting betrays us to a great many temptations."HenryHow we act in the wilderness is not the exception; its the rule (its who we really are)Certain of God's people are in trouble and distress, and they are eager for immediate rescue. They cannot wait God's time, nor exercise submission to his will. He will surely deliver them in due season; but they cannot tarry till the hour cometh; like children, they snatch at unripe fruit. ‘To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven'; but their one season is the present; they cannot, they will not wait. They must have their desire instantaneously fulfilled, or else they are ready to take wrong means of attaining it. If in poverty, they are in haste to be rich; and they shall not long be innocent. If under reproach, their heart ferments towards revenge. They would sooner rush under the guidance of Satan into some questionable policy, than in childlike simplicity trust in the Lord and do good. It must not be so with you, my brethren, you must learn a better way.Charles SpurgeonHOW WILL YOU WAIT FOR GOD?IN VIEW OF HIS ABSENCE“Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, 20 and how our chief priests and rulers delivered him up to be condemned to death, and crucified him. 21 But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since these things happened. Luke 24:19-2132 They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?”Luke 24:32God's absence might be a lack of feeling or understanding; but it is never a true absence. God is always there.IN VIEW OF OUR SINLike a dog that returns to his vomit    is a fool who repeats his folly.Proverbs 26:11God's absence might be due to our pursuit of sin; but it does not stop Him from pursuing us.HOW DID MOSES WAIT FOR GOD?IN VIEW OF GOD'S MERCY11 But Moses implored the Lord his God and said, “O Lord, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you have brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand? 12 Why should the Egyptians say, ‘With evil intent did he bring them out, to kill them in the mountains and to consume them from the face of the earth'? Turn from your burning anger and relent from this disaster against your people. 13 Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, your servants, to whom you swore by your own self, and said to them, ‘I will multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have promised I will give to your offspring, and they shall inherit it forever.'” 14 And the Lord relented from the disaster that he had spoken of bringing on his people.Exodus 32:11-1411 But Moses implored the Lord…Exodus 32:11ḥālâ — to become weak; to groan26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. 27 And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because[g] the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Romans 8:26-27HOW DOES JESUS WAIT? 25 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost[a] those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.Hebrews 7:25JESUS MAKES INTERCESSION FOR USThe son's intercession does not reflect the coolness of the Father, but the sheer warmth of the Son. Christ does not intercede because the Father's heart is tepid toward us but because the Son's heart is so full toward us. But the Father's own deepest delight is to say yes to the Son's pleading on our behalf.Dane C. Ortlund

How tired are you? I don't mean that you just need a nap or a good night's sleep. But that from deep with in, from life, from work, from stress that you are just tired? Did you know that, Weariness breaks us but Christ Mends us? Join us as we start our new series, "Rest for your Soul.

Arcana Colestia 7392. That He remove the frogs from me, and from my people. That this signifies that they might not be driven to reasonings from mere falsities, is evident from the signification of “removing,” as being not to be driven, for the cause of the supplication was weariness arising from being driven to reason from mere falsities; from the signification of “frogs,” as being reasonings from mere falsities (see n. 7351, 7352); and from the representation of Pharaoh and also of the Egyptians, as being those who are in falsities and infest (of which frequently above). [2] As regards the weariness which is the cause of the supplication or humiliation of those who infest, be it known that this is undelightful to them, for they cannot do mischief by reasonings from mere falsities, because the upright-here those who are of the Lord's spiritual church whom they were infesting-laugh at mere falsities, which are negations of truth; but they could do mischief by means of the falsities from the fallacies and appearances by which truths are falsified (which falsified truths are signified by the blood into which the waters of Egypt were turned, n. 7317, 7326), because fallacies and appearances seduce, for they are like a shade and veil to truths. And because they cannot do mischief by means of reasonings from mere falsities, that is, from utter negations of truth, it is undelightful to them, and therefore they deprecate it; for nothing delights the infernals except doing mischief in every possible way; doing mischief being the very delight of their life, insomuch that it is their very life; and therefore when they are not allowed to do mischief, they are in weariness. This is the reason why Pharaoh prayed for deliverance from the evil of the frogs, but not from the evil of the blood, of which above; nor from the evil of the lice, of which below; for by the evil of the frogs is signified infestation by means of reasonings from mere falsities, by which reasonings they cannot do mischief; whereas by the evil of the blood is signified infestation by means of falsities from fallacies and appearances, which infestation is delightful to them, because they can do mischief by its means; and by the evil of the lice are signified evils, which are delightful to them because they are evils. [3] In the other life all those perceive delight in doing mischief who in the world do not impart benefits to the neighbor for the sake of the neighbor, nor to their country for the sake of their country, nor to the church for the sake of the church, but for the sake of themselves; thus who do not do truth and good for the sake of truth and good. That they have delight in doing mischief does not show itself in the world, because the external man hides it; but in the other life when the outward things are being taken away and the man is left to his inward things, then this delight comes forth and manifests itself. From this it is that they are in hell, for all who are there love to do mischief, whereas all who are in heaven love to impart benefits. Third Round posts are short audio clips taken from Round 3 comments offered in the online Logopraxis Life Group meetings. The aim is to keep the focus on understanding the Text in terms of its application to the inner life along with reinforcing any key LP principles that have been highlighted in the exchanges.

As we continue living this Lenten Season and prepare for Holy Week, here is a passage from St. Thomas More's The Sadness of Christ for us to consider.

We've all been there, and maybe you're there now. Exhausted. Continuing on in our Spring Cleaning for the Soul series, in this episode Julie leads us through the varying kinds of weariness and exhaustion, how we get there, and what we can do to find rest and refreshment again. Listen in--your soul will thank you for it. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/. Support us on PayPal!

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The problem with wandering in the wilderness is immediately present: There isn't as much food and water! This leaves us dray, wearing, worn, thirsty, and longing to God. Yet, even then there is sermon we must preach, a sermon our soul needs to hear, a sermon we need to preach to our own souls. “Hope in God!” Yes, no matter, will yet praise him, my Savior and my God! A sermon on Psalm 42.

Are you feeling weary and overwhelmed by life's challenges? Debbie Schofield explores Isaiah 40:25-31 and how God can provide strength for our weariness. Discover how recognising who God is, remembering His faithfulness, and actively waiting on Him can bring hope and endurance in difficult times.All Nations Christian Centre is an Elim Pentecostal Church in Reading, UK.For more information, please visit our website: https://www.allnationselim.orgOr follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @allnationselim

Nikola Jokic looked about as weary as he's ever been as he spoke post game about the Nuggets not being able to "flip a switch" on defense. On the latest Mortcast Jeff talks about the benefits of Jokic missing these games, the Nuggets change in attitude about their playoff positioning, and how this stretch of games is critical for decision making on the Nuggets future. Enjoy the show!

Send us a Text Message - include your name!In this episode, Pastor Eric and Pastor Andy take an unhurried, winding path toward a conversation about John Mark Comer, the new charismatic movement, and the weight of life itself. There's a weariness in their voices—not the kind that shuts down conversation, but the kind that makes room for something real. Stripped of pretense, their words carry the quiet strength of men who know both struggle and hope. What unfolds isn't just a discussion; it's an honest moment, an invitation to sit in the tension, listen closely, and seek Jesus right in the midst of it all. Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS1. CASH APP2. Justgive"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

Dr. John Goetsch - Overcoming the Weariness of God's Will by West Coast Baptist College

In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat writer Bennett Durando and sports editor Matt Schubert are joined by a special guest after a wild Denver win at Golden State. Among the topics discussed: + The Nuggets are in the middle of a mercurial stretch of basketball that's included some of their best (Nikola Jokic's 30-20-20 vs. Phoenix) and worst (Wizards loss) games of the season. What has this stretch revealed about this team? + The Nuggets take care of the Golden State Warriors without Jokic, Jamal Murray and Christian Braun. Is Vlatko Cancar officially back? Can Aaron Gordon continue to channel the play he produced in that improbable win? + What is it about the Timberwolves that makes them such a bad matchup for the Nuggets? Are they the worst potential first-round opponent for Denver? + Did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander take the MVP for good after Denver's disastrous loss to the Wizards? + What are the dream matchups for the first round of the NBA playoffs? Producer: AAron Ontiveroz Music: "The Last Dragons" by Schama Noel

Today's Promise: Isaiah 40:29 In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get worn out and weary. We work longer hours and at a faster pace than ever before. Weariness is almost the word of the day. As Christians, God promises us supernatural strength and power. You have His power flowing through you to accomplish all He wants you to do. He will give you renewed strength as you trust in Him. Besides, it's not about your strength but His strength in you. As you trust in the Lord, He will strengthen you today.

Are you feeling weary with the heavy burdens you are experiencing? Lord, renew your fresh mercy on me for strength to remain steadfast and wait on You!

Today we look at Paul at one of his lowest moments and how Jesus speaks the truth that He is not alone, but Jesus is right there with him.

Today we look at Paul at one of his lowest moments and how Jesus speaks the truth that He is not alone, but Jesus is right there with him.

Today we look at Paul at one of his lowest moments and how Jesus speaks the truth that He is not alone, but Jesus is right there with him.

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In this episode of The Crosswalk Devotional, we tackle the challenging moments when prayer feels difficult and you’re tempted to give up. Life can throw daunting obstacles our way, and it’s not uncommon to feel discouraged in our conversations with God. We’ll discuss the importance of persistence in prayer and how Scripture encourages us to keep seeking, asking, and knocking, even when the answers seem far away. Through inspiring biblical examples and personal testimonies, we’ll explore how to reignite our faith and trust in God’s timing. Join us as we remind one another that prayer is a powerful tool, and even in our weariness, God is listening and working on our behalf. Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear from you! Have you ever felt like giving up in prayer? How did you find the strength to keep going? Share your stories with us on social media @LifeaudioNetwork or via email. What practices have helped you stay committed to prayer during tough times?

Summary In this episode of Coffee and Christ, Robert Bolden shares his personal journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of standing firm in one's beliefs and the motivation behind work. He discusses the call to do more for the Kingdom of God, the challenges of weariness in well-doing, and the power of prayer in seeking breakthroughs. Robert encourages listeners to find rest in God and to renew their spirits through trust and prayer, ultimately inspiring them to fulfill their divine purpose. Takeaways Stand firm in your faith and let nothing move you. It's essential to give yourself fully to the work of the Lord. Work should be motivated by a desire to fulfill God's purpose, not just personal gain. We all have unique roles to play in God's Kingdom. Don't settle for just doing your best; seek to do more for God. Weariness in well-doing can stem from having expectations. Prayer is powerful and can lead to breakthroughs in our lives. Finding rest in God is crucial for spiritual renewal. We must command strength into our spirits and trust in God's plan. Keep plowing and contending in prayer, even when it feels difficult. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transformation and Faith 05:49 The Importance of Commitment to God's Work 08:22 Perseverance in Prayer and Breakthrough 14:30 Empowerment Through Faith and Prayer Life Join the Challenge: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vgrKpW2lT_-wiN2EhNd65w Ready to become part of the community? http://www.lifetransformed.podia.com, message us and we will give you free access. Check out our website:  http://www.life-transformed.com Schedule a serve call https://www.picktime.com/LifeTransformed Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bbolden18?igsh=cnlvdjQ5eGJwZTM%3D&utm_source=qr YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6sszulCUrjodEyThd-rBw Podcasts Join me live from Odd's Cafe here in Asheville…  message me for the exact time.  https://www.oddscafe.com/ Email: robertbolden@thisworldfreedom.com

When Walt Disney animated the story of Snow White, he created seven memorable, even if short characters - the seven dwarfs. I'm not one of them! Now, I'm not going to ask you to name them; we'll save that for a game of Trivial Pursuit or something. But I always loved that little song they sang on the way to work. And well, they didn't exactly work in an environmentally controlled office building. They worked in a mine all day. Not the greatest place to work! But each day they would merrily march off to work singing, (I won't sing it for you, but here we go.) "Hi-ho, Hi-ho, it's off to work we go." Well, what a great way to approach your responsibilities. I'll tell you, anyone who does that is a giant. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about a "Prescription For a Weary Worker." Now, I attended a meeting of people who are very busy in Christian ministry, and one woman expressed a feeling that, as it turned out, everybody in the room agreed with. She said, "You know, people are working for the Lord around here, and they get very discouraged or they quit because of one word - weariness." And I watched a lot of heads nodding in that room. Now, there are a lot of men and women who have spiritual responsibility and they struggle with a deep weariness, and it's far beyond physical. They're just tired of pushing, and of being sometimes the one of the few who care. They're tired of little results for a lot of work, and maybe not being appreciated. Some of you might say, "Well, how did you know?" Because there are a lot of us that serve the Lord that start to feel that way sometime or another. Okay, our word for today from the Word of God, Hebrews 12:2-4 - "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and the perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning it's shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider Him who endured such opposition from sinful men..." And then notice this, "...so that you will not grow weary and lose heart." And then the writer goes on to say, In your struggle against sin, you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood." Okay, there's this weariness that we talked about that some people who are listening can identify with; that deep, emotional kind that saps your physical strength too. And there's discouragement; the kind that results in a mechanical kind of service - just kind of crank it out. And honestly, more and more frequent thoughts of quitting. Weariness, according to Hebrews 12, seems to result from taking your eyes off Jesus. Maybe you're weary because you've been doing God's work in your strength. You know better, but you've gone from God working through you to the crank-it-out weariness of you suddenly working for God. Oh, you're doing the same things, but it's not Him through you. It's you for Him. Or it could be that you've been looking at the results you're getting instead of the Savior you're serving. He gives the results, He gives the rewards - people don't. Is it time to get your eyes back on the Jesus whose love compelled you to serve in the first place? You know, when Jacob had to work seven years to earn the right to marry Rachel, I love what the Bible says, "They seemed like only a few days to him because of his love for her." See, love makes the difference. Then you'll be able to join that saint who served the Lord for 70 years and who sang that song, "Since I started for the kingdom, since my life He controls, since I gave my life to Jesus, the longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows."

What do you do when your weary? I love a good a definition, it helps us form a mental picture of the meaning of a word.  Weariness feels like you've been running in place for hours but you haven't moved an inch.  Wearines is a state of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual exhaustion.  It can make you feel trapped, with lack of purpose with no strength to push forward.  If this is you right now and you don't see a way forward to face another year without your child,  then today's episode is for you!! I'm sharing with you what I do when I'm weary, and giving you inspiration on how to face the New Year with Hope.    REGISTER TODAY!! The 2nd Live Grief Mentor Masterclas is....January 13th and 14th!! It's a 2 day event this year!! That means more door prizes for you friend!! AND!!!! IT'S FREE!!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ REGISTER HERE FOR THE GRIEF MENTOR MASTERCLASS 2 DAY EVE   JOIN ME IN MY PRIVATE CHAT ROOM!!  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ REGISTER HERE FOR THE LIVE COFFEE CHAT FOR 1 DAY ONLY!(either day) REGISTER HERE FOR THE LIVE COFFEE CHAT FOR BOTH DAYS!

Gabe Neitzel and Q Myers react to the pitiful Bears-Seahawks game from Thursday Night. Do MVP be voters have voter fatigue when it comes to Lamar Jackson? Plus DeSean Jackson takes a college head coach job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gabe Neitzel and Q Myers react to the pitiful Bears-Seahawks game from Thursday Night. Do MVP be voters have voter fatigue when it comes to Lamar Jackson? Plus DeSean Jackson takes a college head coach job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Persevere in doing good because there's a promised harvest if you do not give up. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Luke 2:1-20 | The Weary World Rejoices, Part 3 | 12/22/2024 | Pastor Matt Jones.

Matthew 2:13-23, Psalm 22, Psalm 23 | The Weary World Rejoices, Part 2 | 12/15/2024 | Pastor Matt Jones. We mourn with one of our church families whose baby was born and passed away this week. Even so, we reflect on the birth of Jesus, the brutality of the rulers under which He was born, and God's grace and sovereignty in forgiving the sins of any who would come to Him.

As Advent begins, we start by acknowledging the weariness, grief, rage, and hopelessness we carry—and we also affirm that we are made for joy. Sometimes weariness can harden us and prevent us from living fully. We've had hard journeys. Grief has left a scar on us. This is how we show up to Advent. We see how God brings joy in the midst of our weariness.

If you are visionary social impact leader who is committed to making a real and significant change in your community, now is NOT the time to faint. I know you may be tired, discouraged, and may even a little afraid of what the future holds. I know you want a break from the relentless and continuous fight for change. I get that. Believe me, I feel that. It's okay. Take a break my friend. But, whatever you do, don't quit. Now is not the time. We often talk about the burden of leadership, but today, I want to remind you of the blessing of leadership. I want to remind you of the power you hold and I want to encourage you to take the next few weeks prepare to make the post of it. Let's talk Life & Leadership!

In the seventh episode of the Last Call series, we'll look at Malachi 2:17. God tells his people they have made him weary with their complaints. Complaining causes serious health issues. It also is offensive to God. We'll see why and look at alternatives.Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike Novotny wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! 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.

This week's Big Question: Are limits in life a blessing or a burden?  To listen to the rest of the podcasts in this series go to the enCourage Podcst Web Page.  Coaching our Crazy Resources:  Karen: enCourage Podcast: 2023 LT Better Together Keynote from Vanessa Hawkins-Creating Rythms of Prayer in an Anxious World.  Susan: TGC Blog-Three Myths That Fuel Burnout and One Truth that Extinguishes Them- Jenn Hesse

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Bucky discusses his most recent sermon, Winning Over Weariness. Like Elijah, we've all had moments when our faith faltered. So, how does God respond to us when we're in a deep valley of fear or fatigue? And what thought processes help or hinder getting back to a healthy place?

We're constantly bombarded with things that wear us down physically, mentally, and emotionally. While we've all experienced some degree of weariness, it can have detrimental effects on your life if not addressed. So, what signs should you watch out for? And what are the ingredients for winning over seasons of weariness? 

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