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As I have looked at the passage before us, John 6:22–59, I have prayed that we wouldn't labor so hard for bread that perishes, and that we would all labor even harder for the only Bread the satisfies. That's my whole sermon in a sentence: Don't labor so hard for bread that perishes, and labor with all your heart and time and money and strength for the only bread that satisfies. So many people — and sadly, so many Christians — live their whole lives for the wrong kind of bread.Pastor Jonathan talked last week about how chapters 5–8 are establishing Jesus as the Son of God, with all of the authority and power of heaven. And the verses we looked at last week in chapter 6, verses 17–21, are the height of this long, glorious look at Jesus. It was dark and windy and dangerous in the boat, and the disciples were far out to sea, no one in sight. And then someone was in sight, someone they knew. And then he wasn't just in sight, he was in the boat.And then, immediately, the boat that was lost at sea was safe on shore. . . . He has authority over wind and waves, over gravity and currents, over time and space. When no one could get to the boat, he could get to the boat. He can get to your boat. No matter how dark it is, and how far at sea you feel, he can get to your boat — and he can get your boat home.And now we come to our passage this morning. Crowds were gathering. I mean, why wouldn't they gather? He's just fed five thousand men and their families (and we know, in this church, that there were some boys in those families that ate as much or more than the men). Of course the crowd goes looking for him. They even tried to make him king, we saw, in verse 15. What else would we expect them to do? If a man is doing the things Jesus was doing, shouldn't they want to be near him? Shouldn't they want to see what he's going to do next? Shouldn't they want someone like him to be in power? How else should these people respond?And yet Jesus doesn't like how they're responding.Verse 25: When they found him on the other side of the sea, they said to him, “Rabbi, when did you come here?”Jesus answered them,“Truly, truly, I say to you, you are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life.”Oh this is so important for us, church, as we walk through the Gospel of John and meet Jesus. This crowd teaches us that it's possible to be utterly fascinated by Jesus, follow Jesus, even believe Jesus can do spectacular things for us, and yet totally miss Jesus. You can be looking for Jesus, and not really looking for Jesus. He acknowledges here, “You are seeking me,” but you're not really seeking me. You're here for the wrong kind of bread.And that's the question this text asks us: Why are you here? Why are you in this room this morning? What do you really want from Jesus? I see three bad answers to that question in these verses.Bad Reasons to Seek JesusThis crowd came looking for Jesus, but he isn't happy about how they're coming.“You are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves.”You're seeking me for the wrong reasons. And what are those wrong reasons? I see three bad reasons for seeking Jesus in these verses — you could think of them as three moldy loaves of bread — and those are my three main points this morning.1. They were seeking Jesus to solve earthly problems.First, the most obvious one: They were seeking Jesus to solve earthly problems.“Truly, truly, I say to you, you are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. 27 Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life.” The first bread that perishes is actual bread. They chased him down because he fed them, and they wanted him to do that again (and they worked pretty hard to get that bread — traveling over land and sea to find him again). They came to Jesus to solve an earthly problem.And their problem was a real problem. They really needed bread. Jesus himself said so back in verse 5. He asked Philip, “Where are we to buy bread, so that these people may eat?” These people needed to eat, and Jesus knew that they needed food, and he performed a miracle to feed them. He really fed them. And yet when they come looking for another meal, he calls them out. “You didn't get the point of all that bread.”We might scoff at them for being so worried about bread, but I wonder if, deep down, some of us are really here for the same reason. We're looking for Jesus because we need him to do something for us. Maybe it's literally the next meal — you're not sure where the next few paychecks are coming from. And if you are sure, you're not confident they're going to cover the basics. You're here because you really need someone to turn a few loaves and a couple fish into something much bigger, and you heard Jesus can do that. This wasn't just about bread, though. You know how I know that? Because they tried to make him king. Verse 15:“Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king.”They wanted the next meal, yes, but this is about way more than flour and yeast and metabolism. They don't just want Jesus to solve their lunch problem; they want him to solve all their problems. Their sickness problems. Their money problems. Their living-under-Roman-government problems. This was their chance for God's people to be back in power again. If he could do all that with a little bread, what else could he do for us?They were seeking Jesus to solve their earthly problems — but Jesus came to solve much deeper ones. What does Jesus say to them? Verse 27:“Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life.”We'll see in a minute that this exposes a second bad reason they were looking for Jesus, but for now, what is this bread that never perishes, the bread that endures to eternal life? Jesus says, verse 35:“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”Do you want to know the point of all those loaves and fish, the 5,000 men and their families, the twelve baskets left over? Do you want to know the point of the boat, and the storm, and all that darkness? Do you want to know what I was really trying to say?“I am the bread of life.”I was giving you lots and lots of bread so that you know you needed something more than you need bread. You think you need bread, you need money, you need healing, you need a king, but you really need me. And if you have me, in a real, meaningful way, you have everything you need — no matter what else you need right now. And you have everything you need not only for this short life of bread and bills and fears, but for endless years to come — forever.And to make sure we hear the point, he keeps repeating himself. Okay, you missed the point when I made all that bread for you. I'll use words now:Verse 33: “The bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.”Verse 35: “I am the bread of life.”Verse 48: “I am the bread of life.”Verse 58: “This is the bread that came down from heaven, not like the bread the fathers ate, and died. Whoever feeds on this bread will live forever.”He repeats it over and over and over. I gave you bread to feed you, yes, but also to tell you that bread will never satisfy and sustain you. But I can save you, satisfy you, and sustain you. You have a deeper, more fundamental hunger, and it's to know and enjoy me, through faith. You'll always be deeply, unshakably hungry until you learn to feast here. Are you hearing what the bread is saying? The crowd knew Jesus could feed them, heal them, even rule over them. They didn't know that Jesus himself was the greatest thing Jesus could ever give them. Do you?2. They were seeking Jesus for a list of things to do.There are two more bad reasons, though. First, as we just saw, they were seeking Jesus to solve earthly problems. Jesus said to them,“Truly, truly, I say to you, you are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. 27 Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life.”And how do they respond? When he tells them to stop chasing him for the next meal and to work for the food that endures to eternal life, they latch onto the “work.” They ask, verse 28,“What must we do, to be doing the works of God?”Okay, Jesus, if we're doing the wrong thing, then tell us what to do. They came to Jesus for a way to prove themselves to God. Just tell us what to do to please God, and we'll do it. They wanted a religion they could control, perform, and earn. Just tell me what to do, Jesus.Why would they respond like that? He's telling them, “I am the bread of life. I am the bread of life. I can satisfy you.” And they're like, “Yeah, but just tell me what to do so that I'm okay with God.” Why would they think like that? We should know, if we're honest enough with ourselves. They might have lived in the Middle East a couple thousand years ago, but this isn't foreign to us. They think like this because they want a religion, a salvation that only requires them to do enough — to do this and not that, to give this much, to show up this often, to practice certain habits and avoid certain sins. That's a religion, a Christianity they can stomach, because it's a religion they think they can control.Don't you want a religion you can control? God, just tell me what to do. Be here on Sundays. Join a community group. Give some money to the church. Read your Bible. Be kind to people. Be honest at your job. Avoid certain websites and channels. That's a controllable Christianity — but that kind of list, by itself, isn't Christianity. What must we do? Again, Jesus doesn't like that kind of seeking.They ask what they must do, and he answers, verse 29,“This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.”You want something to do? Believe in me. That's all that's required. If you're really seeking me, believe that I am the Son of God sent to save my people from their sins and fill the deep, gnawing holes in their souls. I am the bread of life, and all you have to do is sit down and eat. You must believe in me. You must want me. You must lay down all your self-righteous doing, and be justified and satisfied through faith alone. They were seeking Jesus for a list of things to do for God, but Jesus didn't want their list of self-righteousness (they didn't have any righteousness to offer, anyway). No, he wanted their heart, their faith. We aren't justified by what we do, but by believing who he is and what he's done for us.He is the bread of life. Our work is to believe in him. Jesus says, “Do not work for the food that perishes, but [do work] for the food that endures to eternal life.” Labor for this food — not to earn it, but to taste it, enjoy it, be filled up with it. Are you laboring to see and enjoy the bread of life? Are you waking up early enough to see him? Are you surrounding yourself with people who help you see and enjoy him? Are you cutting things out of your life that get in the way of seeing him? Again, I want us to stop laboring so hard for all the bread that perishes — and to labor with all our heart, time, money, and strength for the only bread that satisfies. How hard are you working, in this particular season, to know, enjoy, and share the bread of life?3. They were seeking Jesus to erase all their doubts.Okay, two bad reasons down, still one to go. He rebukes them for their focus on their earthly needs. He rebukes them for trying to please God with a to-do list of works. What do they do next? How do they respond this time? They go after a third moldy bread. They said to him, verse 30,“Then what sign do you do, that we may see and believe you? What work do you perform?”This one might be the most wild. I mean, where have you been? He just fed five thousand men and their families with five Wonder breads and a couple walleye. What more do you need to see? You didn't just see, you ate — and you ate as much as you wanted. But it wasn't enough, was it? No, third, they were seeking Jesus to have him erase all of their doubts. Okay, well if you want us to believe, you better give us some more reasons to believe. We're going to need some more signs, Jesus, some more miracles.It's wild to think they needed to see more than they'd already seen — and yet it's not that wild, right? Because we all want to see a little more. We know we live by faith and not by sight, but we'd sure like a little more sight. It doesn't matter how much God has done for us, we're always going to crave a little more certainty. Could you just do the thing with the bread one more time? Yeah, but could you do it again? This is what battling unbelief is like, and it'll be a battle until faith becomes sight. We'll always have to face doubts of various kinds, because if Jesus erased all our doubts, we wouldn't have to believe. And Jesus says here that that's the one thing we must do: believe.So how does Jesus handle their asking for more signs? They were seeking Jesus to have him erase all their doubts with more miracles, but Jesus answered their doubts instead with promises. Let's start in verse 35:Jesus said to them,“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst. 36 But I said to you that you have seen me and yet do not believe.”You're seeking me for things to do, and what you need to do is believe. But you don't believe. You think it's because you haven't seen enough yet. That's not the real reason, though. He goes on, next verse:“All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out.”He doesn't turn the hungry away. There's enough to feed everyone, and he won't stop giving until you've had all you wanted. But you won't come unless the Father gives you to me — unless he draws you to me. That's exactly what he says a few verses later, in verse 44:“No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.” Why does anyone believe? Why do you believe, if you believe? It's either true or it isn't, and if it isn't, we can't just flip a switch. Anyone can decide to attend church, or read the Bible, or be kind to neighbors or co-workers. We can't decide to be spiritually hungry. We can't ultimately decide what we believe. Why does anyone believe in Jesus? Jesus says it's because God draws them — because he gives, by the Spirit, the appetite he requires. God demands the impossible — that we believe — and then he does the impossible: He makes us hungry for him.That means if you came hungry for Jesus this morning, you should thank God! He drew you. He didn't have to draw you, and he drew you to himself. He gave you the gift of your hunger for Jesus. This crowd didn't have what you have, not yet anyway. Some people in this room don't have what you have. We should fall on our faces every day with thankfulness. He drew me.He drew me, and he'll keep me. Here's the promise. Do you want a promise for lingering doubts that plague you? It won't be another miracle, another big answered prayer. No, next verse:I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me. And this is the will of him who sent me, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but raise it up on the last day. For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.Only those who the Father draws will come to me, and anyone who comes to me I will never cast out. And once they've come to me, I'll never lose them, no not one. Why do you believe in Jesus? Because the Father drew you to see what you see and want what you want. Why will you believe in Jesus tomorrow? Because the same God that drew you and satisfied you, he knows how to keep you believing. You may feel fragile and vulnerable. He's not fragile, and no one and nothing will snatch you from his hand.Why Are You Here?So again, I'll ask, why are you here this morning? What do you really want from Jesus? Do you see yourself somewhere in this crowd? Are you here mainly hoping Jesus will solve some heartache in your life? Are you here hoping Jesus will just tell you some things to do so that you can be okay with God and get out of hell? Are you just hoping Jesus will do something to erase all your doubts about him? I hope you hear Jesus saying again this morning, verse 51: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” And this, this brings us to the table. These next verses, John 6:52–59, inspired the words we use to serve the bread and the cup during communion every single week:The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?” So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him.Or, in our words, “His body is the true bread. His blood is the true drink.” He wasn't talking about literally eating his flesh and drinking his blood — they didn't do that then and we don't do that now — but it's a real metaphor for what happens when we believe in and savor Jesus through faith. God gave you food, bread, so that you would know you need Jesus. God gave you drink, so that you would know you need Jesus. And as we eat the bread and drink the cup together, we remind ourselves and each other: He's the only one who satisfies. He is the bread of life for anyone who believes.Why do we cut up the bread into 500 pieces? (Well, to avoid 500 people manhandling the loaf one by one.) But also to say there's enough of Jesus for everyone. Come and eat until you're full. The message might be clearer if we gave out whole loaves until you were full, with lots of baskets left over — like Jesus did — but we think this says it well enough. You don't have to go home hungry today. If you enjoy this meal, by faith in Jesus Christ, you don't ever have to be hungry again.

Did you know that you've known why you're here and who you aspire to become since you were 7? In this inspiring episode, Larry Olsen welcomes Dr. Esther Zeledón (Dr. EZ), a renowned international diplomat, scientist, and life coach. Dr. EZ shares her groundbreaking insights on making dreams a reality through her unique formula for balanced success and productivity. With a focus on empowering individuals and communities across cultures, she discusses how to cultivate a limitless life. Tune in to discover practical strategies for unleashing your potential, discovering your purpose, and transforming your mindset!

Send us a textIn this episode, the I Ain't Gone Lie cast is joined by special guest Cheynilla! We discuss whether or not aliens exist, being with someone who secretly has animosity towards you, the current dating scene and how expensive it is, Young Thug & Big Meech being free while NBA Youngboy & Lil Durk locked up, creating broken homes, and much more! Make sure to follow Cheynilla on Instagram @cheynillla and check out her latest project 'WHY ARE YOU HERE?' !

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Are you ready for all the action? Your Queens of Fantasy are back, and they're diving into part three of book 13. Queens Marissa and Tay argue over exactly how much dislike of Gawyn is appropriate, Queen Alix bites her tongue while trying not to accidentally spoil the ending that we're so close to, and each of the Queens is baffled by what counts as a proposal in Randland. Expect to read about one man's fight to stay alive, another man's dream of a beautiful woman, and Suian... who happened to have some very good soup. In other words, listen in as the Queens discuss Chapter 31 to the end of Chapter 47 of Book Thirteen of The Wheel of Time, Towers of Midnight by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.This episode ends with a game we're calling Name That Playlist. We've got the emo hits, Lan's smexy time songs, Mat's lucky station, and even a few callouts to Mr. Dark One. We end with Tay and Marissa ranking the current list of characters and talking over who performed and who truly did not. Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Sexual Content ReferencesDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeathDisordered EatingFatphobiaExpect spoilers for the first fourteen novels in the series, including the prequel: Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.For those reading along with us, our next episode will come out on November 21, 2024, and will cover chapter 48 to the end of Towers of Midnight, the thirteenth instalment in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series, co-authored by Brandon Sanderson.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensYou can support our project by donating here.Background music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...0:57 Intro2:39 Short Summary4:03 Start of In-Depth Analysis12:22 Someone Help This Poor Man!26:44 Good Soup1:04:42 The Best Place For A Dreamspike1:38:48 Why Are YOU Here?1:58:21 The Sword Fighting Skill Rankings2:25:29 Questioning the Future2:42:26 What Is On The Menu3:05:53 The Worst Proposal... So Far3:34:01 Marissa Turns Rebel3:51:45 Next Chapters to Read3:51:57 Game: Name That Playlist!4:16:54 Character Rankings!4:30:49 Outro & Socials4:33:01 Bloopers

Why Are You Here ?- Matthew Blake

197 - Seven Key Questions to Be Self-Aware Understanding our essential self is a journey, one that requires introspection and a willingness to ask challenging questions. We look into these questions, drawing from Dain Dunston's book, Being Essential: Seven Questions for Living and Leading with Radical Self-Awareness. This two-part series emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in navigating life's journey and achieving personal growth. 1 Where Are You? This foundational question urges listeners to evaluate their current life position, not just physically but emotionally and psychologically. It sets the stage for understanding one's starting point in the journey of self-awareness.2 Why Are You Here? Delving into the meaning behind our existence and actions, this question helps listeners identify their life's purpose, providing a clear direction and making everyday challenges more manageable.3 Who Are You Being? Examining the roles we play in life, this question distinguishes between our essential and synthetic selves, encouraging authentic living.4 What Do You Want? Understanding our desires and goals is crucial. This question helps listeners align their actions with their true aspirations, creating a cohesive path forward.5 What Wants to Happen? This metaphysical inquiry explores the broader direction of our lives, encouraging alignment with the larger movements of the world or our community.6 What Don't You Know? Acknowledging knowledge gaps and seeking to fill them is essential for growth. Confronting the unknowns that hinder progress is a key aspect of self-awareness.7 How Does This Feel? Assessing our emotional responses to our journey helps us navigate its complexities. Mixed feelings are natural, and understanding them aids in personal development. Takeaways:• Reflecting on these seven questions can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself, promoting personal growth and a more fulfilling life.• Small steps towards self-awareness, as emphasized by Burroughs, can significantly impact overall well-being.Authenticity in our roles and understanding our true desires are essential components of a meaningful life journey. https://startwithsmallsteps.com/seven-key-questions-to-be-self-aware/ https://daindunston.com/books/ Jill's Links https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsJill https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsAI https://www.youtube.com/@startwithsmallstepspodcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/smallstepspod https://twitter.com/schmern Email the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.com

Faith Children's Pastor Josiah Falero shares a message from his heart with the congregation of Faith Church on Wednesday night, May 15, 2024, after the Awana awards ceremony. His message is titled "Why Are You Here?" and is based on Mark 10:13-16.

Your favorite Triple Cs (co-parents, colleagues, collaborators), Drs. Dorimé-Williams and Williams tackle (a) the joys of middle age, (b) personal and professional growth, and (c) the importance of mentoring and teaching.  Our Attempt at Minute Markers: Privileged Geriatric Millenials | 1:00  Black Card Revocation & “I'm Standing” | 5:55 Feeling Excited About Doing Less | 10:57 Keynotes Are Just Public Teaching | 19:30 Why Are You Here? | 24:21 Top Seven - The Dealbreakers | 33:25 Links: Outstanding Wanna Be Startin' Something Essentialism - The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown

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"Why Are You Here?" Message Through Minister E. Paul Hightower

Message audio from February 11, 2024 entitled "Why Are You Here?" from Frankie Johnson

Pastor Ed Rea Acts 9:23-43 | Why Are You Here? Outline 1) A Hand to Saul: verses 23-30 2) A Hand to Aeneas: verses 31-35 3) A Hand to Tabitha: verses 36-43 Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from December 17, 2023. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Ed Rea - Sunday, December 17, 2023

Pastor Ed Rea Acts 9:23-43 | Why Are You Here? Outline 1) A Hand to Saul: verses 23-30 2) A Hand to Aeneas: verses 31-35 3) A Hand to Tabitha: verses 36-43 Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from December 17, 2023. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Ed Rea - Sunday, December 17, 2023

Sister Jene Gardner of The Pentecostals of Olean preaches a message titled "Why Are You Here?"

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A listener asks: All I want to do is be a housewife taking care of my husband and children. However, I am scared to share this dream with anyone because I think being a housewife is outmoded and I may be making a bad choice. Dan, what should I do? So what do you think? Is being a full-time housewife just an old outdated Leave it to Beaver career choice. Or is it still a legitimate option today? Does it have to be an either/or choice or could you find a creative option that combines the best of both worlds. Well, let's talk about it - we're right here at Christmas time and it's a wonderful opportunity to dream and plan for the work and life you love in the coming year. So, grab your cup of ginger tea - or maybe your Mt. Dew - and get ready for a power-packed episode filled with practical advice, inspiring stories, and valuable resources to help maximize your opportunities. Questions:  1. I'm staying in a job that I don't love because my husband is pursuing a career in freelance art so we need my income to pay the bills.  2. All I want to do is be a housewife taking care of my husband and children. However, I am scared to share this dream with anyone because I think being a housewife is outmoded and I may be making a bad choice.  3. I love the idea of being an entrepreneur but my problem is that I just don't have an idea yet of what that looks like for me.  4. Should I give up a potential better salary for my contentment.  5. I am a high S on the disc profile and don't think I have much to offer Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my 11-page workbook Who Are You and Why Are You Here in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/ is-just-being-a-housewife-outmoded  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener asks: All I want to do is be a housewife taking care of my husband and children. However, I am scared to share this dream with anyone because I think being a housewife is outmoded and I may be making a bad choice. Dan, what should I do? So what do you think? Is being a full-time housewife just an old outdated Leave it to Beaver career choice. Or is it still a legitimate option today? Does it have to be an either/or choice or could you find a creative option that combines the best of both worlds. Well, let's talk about it - we're right here at Christmas time and it's a wonderful opportunity to dream and plan for the work and life you love in the coming year. So, grab your cup of ginger tea - or maybe your Mt. Dew - and get ready for a power-packed episode filled with practical advice, inspiring stories, and valuable resources to help maximize your opportunities. Questions:  1. I'm staying in a job that I don't love because my husband is pursuing a career in freelance art so we need my income to pay the bills.  2. All I want to do is be a housewife taking care of my husband and children. However, I am scared to share this dream with anyone because I think being a housewife is outmoded and I may be making a bad choice.  3. I love the idea of being an entrepreneur but my problem is that I just don't have an idea yet of what that looks like for me.  4. Should I give up a potential better salary for my contentment.  5. I am a high S on the disc profile and don't think I have much to offer Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my 11-page workbook Who Are You and Why Are You Here in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/ is-just-being-a-housewife-outmoded  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Are You Here?Four traits explain the apostles' witness in the book of Acts—boldness, humility, tenacity, and urgency; these same four traits should characterize our witness.Peter and John constantly went around reminding the religious leaders that they had killed Jesus, a fact they were less than thrilled to recount. Their boldness astonished the religious leaders, especially since Acts 4: 13 tells us Peter and John were not educated. When a fisherman stands up to the most powerful figure in the city, that is bold.But their boldness did not lead them to arrogance; they acted with incredible humility. The apostles were astoundingly blunt about who Jesus was, but not because they had figured things out on their own. They received salvation by grace, and those who receive grace know that they have zero ground for moral or intellectual superiority.But humility does not back down. A humble witness can still be a tenacious one. Peter and John shrug off threats of imprisonment and death. “Throw us in prison? Slander our names? Kill us? Fine, but we'll keep preaching because itis a message worth sharing.” This tenacity comes from the resurrection. They believed that Jesus had risen from the dead and that Jesus was doing something to save people who could not save themselves. When we believe that, we cling to our witness in the face of opposition.We have to be urgent to spread the good news. We know that only Jesus offers salvation. The gospel was constantly on the apostles' lips everywhere they went because they took the gospel's implications seriously. Believing in Jesus means you will do something about the lostness around you. Share that belief, and you will have a movement on your hands.God owes none of us salvation. That any of us have access to it is an unspeakable act of grace. But what is unfair, is for those of us who know the gospel not to do all we can to bring it to others.As we prepare for Advent, what can you do to witness to others about the love of God that you have, as you offer people the chance to discover real hope for real life as we go out and make disciples, so that the world is transformed by God's love? How can you invite someone into a loving relationship with Jesus and connect with the loving grace-filled community that we call Grand Lake United Methodist Church?

Why Are You Here? by Re:Hope Church

A new MP3 sermon from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Where Are You Going? Who Are You? Why Are You Here? Speaker: Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr. Broadcaster: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Event: Chapel Service Date: 10/17/2023 Length: 23 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Where Are You Going? Who Are You? Why Are You Here? Speaker: Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr. Broadcaster: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Event: Chapel Service Date: 10/17/2023 Length: 23 min.

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Rev. Dr. Dean Courtier preaching on 'Why are you here?' at Estuary Elim Online.

Rev. Dr. Dean Courtier preaching on 'Why are you here?' at Estuary Elim Online.

In John 6 Jesus told a crowd of people, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again." Something drew all those people to Jesus. The same thing that draws us to Jesus, or church, or God today. Most of us can't place our finger quite on it or don't even realize the feeling is there in the first place. What is that feeling? We are hungry. Hungry for what only Jesus can offer. Hungry and searching for what only He can provide. Listen as Pastor Tim shares a series entitled, Hungry, where he dives into how we can make sure we are getting the most out of what only Jesus can offer us.

Dear Friends, in Energy Playshop 34 we'll be talking about Why Are You Here. If you've ever wondered about this question, you're on the right video. The meditation at the end of this Playshop is a guided meditation to connect with your body to activate your DNA. Enjoy. If this material resonates with you, please feel free to join me live on A New Human Experience podcast every week. The podcast format is a main talk on a consciousness expanding topic, followed by a brief Q/A or check-in with everyone on the call (this section is not recorded), then comes a meditation and a final check-in (not recorded). Find out how to join a live podcast on this webpage - http://www.thecalltoshine.com/podcast-call-details/ Connect with me on FaceBook Connect with me on MeWe Subscribe to my YouTube channel

00:00:45 Meet Beth Tascione00:01:15 Lillieth Fellan00:05:23 Yoga Helps in Times of Stress00:09:10 About The One Woman Show00:10:35 A Slant of Son00:13:00 The Baker Story00:14:45 Pratyahara00:16:35 “Doing the Dishes Stress”00:17:15 Moving Pratyahara00:18:22 Gabor. Mate … “It takes two minutes to change your state of mind.”00:21:18 Pema Chodron “Happiness Without a Hangover”00:26:25 The Mantra Story00:27:44 Weaving Meditation into Your Yoga Asana Practice00:28:30 Use a Phrase That is Inspiring For You00:29:10 Traditional Sanskrit Mantra Versus Personal Version of a Mantra00:30:30 Just Breathe … You Got This00:31:10 How the direct effect of a personal mantra can keep you out of overwhelm00:32:00 One moment at a time00:32:50 Review of the things that can support you in times of need. Pratyahara, Yoga, Mantra00:34:33 Winnie The Pooh Quote00:35:16 You are Braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think and loved more than you'll ever know.00:36:25 Helpful tips for movers who may find sitting meditation difficult00:38:05 The conscious choice to be still is a powerful one00:38:20 Do a movement practice00:38:55 Should you meditate in the beginning or end of yoga class?00:40:07 Interview with Vanessa Zuisei Goddard Author of the book Still Running00:41:20 Thick Nhat Hahn's Apple juice analogy for the mind settling in meditation00:42:42 Practical Tips That Help With The Sitting Practice 00:46:17 The Timer Story00:48:52 Use a Small Prop On Your Chair to Neutrally Align Your Pelvis00:50:59 Mantras Inspired by Thich Nhat Hahn00:52:14 Stress Rubs Off On Those Around You00:53:15 Find Your Why Behind Doing Meditation00:53:57 Why Are You Here?00:55:09 The High School Philosophers Club Story00:55:45 Tips To Take Away Today00:56:00 Get Up And Move Something Your Body Needs To Move00:57:15 Take A Breath 00:57:22 In a Nut Shell …00:57:40 Find Beth www.thisisyourbliss.com http://Thisisyourbliss.com00:57:58 yoga bliss on facebook00:58:10 Reiki bliss on facebook00:59:15 Free give away Pratyahara PrimerSupport the showThank You for listening! to learn more follow links on:Link tree https://linktr.ee/FrancesTaylor Website http://www.taylorfitwellness.com Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/taylorfitwellness

Episode fifty one of Embracing Bliss,  Why Are You Here?From darkness to light, just a little each day, consciousness can be changed. Embracing Bliss shows us how.Order the book here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Embracing-Bliss-108-Daily-Meditations-ebook/dp/B09SN8KJ3MFind Jeff here: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeffkobermeditation/Website - https://jeff-kober.com/

Pastor Franco Martinez shares today's message called “Why Are You Here?”.

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It's cool to be content - but don't allow that to keep you from continually reaching for your long term goals. Complacency means you've just given up and are accepting this is as good as it gets. Be content while also staying in the driver's seat to move toward the life of your dreams - the life being lived by the people I tell about in this episode. Episode #838 July 08, 2022 Questions: 1. Dan, what's wrong with me? 2. Are you living your life too small? 3. Why are people continuing to leave their jobs? 4. What's the quickest way to being rich? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my 7-page workbook, Who Are You and Why Are You Here (a free download), in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/too-content-for-success-to-find-you Submit your Questions to: https://www.48days.com/askdan/  If I use your question we'll send you an autographed copy of 48 Days to the Work You Love

Maybe that struggle made you stronger, opened the door to a bigger opportunity, or helped you discover your "other self". Listen in to these riveting stories of struggle and challenge that led to new opportunities and more fulfilling ways to thrive. Questions: 1. Have you survived a past struggle that has made you stronger? 2. Has there been an event in your life that caused you to discover your “other self”? 3. What is the transformation you are expecting from your current challenge? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my 11-page workbook Who Are You and Why Are You Here, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/obstacle-into-opportunity/

This week is slightly less chaotic as Alan and Matt discuss “season 2 energy,” plants and Who Goes There, Why Are You Here, Come On Now Seriously (Matt's dumb joke about “Everything, Everywhere, All At Once”).

The campus of FreshU is buzzing with action and we know that sometimes it can be easy to get caught up in the excitement of everything. Instead of fulfilling our exact purpose, we tend to wake up everyday and live a mundane routine because that's what it seems everyone around us is doing. But, stop...take a deep breath and first realize you're still breathing! And if you're still breathing, you still have purpose! No one can fulfill the purpose God has revealed for your life so it is your task in life to answer the all-important question: WHY ARE YOU HERE? We can't move any further on this FreshU journey until we discover this answer. So let's get the conversation started because we do know one thing- you are indeed here; we just need to know why! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The word 'why' is a question, right? But the word 'why' is also a statement of purpose. It means havin a reason, a vision for something. In the bible it says, 'where there is no vision, the people will perish'. Does perish mean to actually die, or could it just mean 'to lose heart'. So the question that is a statement of purpose.... Why Are You Here? Enjoy todays episode..... go to www.PowerlessToPowerful.com to get the free resource I mentioned. ~Mark

In this episode of Oh My Heath ... There's HOPE! Jana talks with Nicole Jansen.    Over the past 30 years, Nicole has empowered thousands of business owners and visionary leaders to generate millions of dollars while making a greater positive impact in the lives of others. As a coach and strategic advisor, she is passionate about helping leaders shift their perspectives and solve complex business and relational issues, with the aim of creating a more just and prosperous world for everyone. She is the founder of Discover The Edge and the Leaders Of Transformation Podcast, reaching listeners in 140 countries.   “The roots determine the fruits.”   This 30-minute episode is on: 1) Growing in your personal valley and journey 2) Trying to do all “the right things” 3) Who are you, why are you here? What do you have to offer? 4) What are you becoming? Tell yourself that 5) What would it take for you to feel joy? How do you want to feel? 6) Closed down the thoughts that don't serve you   This episode is about: In this episode, Jana talks with Nicole Jansen about how there is growth in your valley. Trying to do "all the right things." Asking yourself, Who Are you? Why Are You Here? and What Do You Have To Offer? Take charge and close down those thoughts that do not serve you!   Get in touch with Nicole: https://leadersoftransformation.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nicolejanseninc/ https://www.facebook.com/nicolejanseninc https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolejansen     Free Gift: Free 45-minute consult with me www.leadersoftransformation.com/coaching   Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/   Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music.   Get Your Free Copy of Best Holistic Life Magazine! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://www.bestholisticlife.com/   Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

This week, Pastor Joe and Pastor Dan discuss sweet vs. salty snacks, talk about how to be salt and light in the midst of a global pandemic, and delve deeper into this week's sermon entitled "Why Are You Here?." To watch this week's sermon, check it out on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/cometoconnect or head over to cometoconnect.com/most-recent-sermon

Are you building a new business? Are you wanting to switch up your current business? Marcy Browe, the California branding photographer, is sharing her tips to unleash your branding brilliance.It's all about the vision. Marcy's first step in working with a new client and their business is to interview them, get a feel for who they are and what they want. She asks targeted questions to ensure that the clear vision for the brand is out there. When building your vision for your brand, think about things like...who do you want to connect with? What is your target audience? What do you want people to say about your business?She's seen, I've seen it, people get scared and insecure in front of the camera. Marcy has a method to how she gets her clients comfortable. Her advice brings it back to that vision. She reminds her clients to consider what they are there for. It's easy to be insecure when you feel like all eyes are on you, but I promise it's not about you or your looks. It's about your business and what you have to offer. The average business owner is no Kardashian, as Marcy said. Your desired audience doesn't expect you to be picture perfect and camera ready, only to be authentic.Marcy and I have a lot of similar ideals about mindset, abundance, and manifesting. She talks about the “appreciative mindset” and how that brings her more of what she wants in her life. She describes gratitude as a thankful thought that takes your work and desire for more out of the equation. The analogy she uses is that when a house appreciates in value, its price goes up. So when you appreciate something and have an appreciative mindset, you're validating and saying, I like this and I want more. Unleashing your brand brilliance can come down to some of your choices and actions in your personal life and business. One way you can add to that is by increasing your sustainability, both personally and professionally. Marcy talks about a lot of easy-to-adopt green tips that anyone can use!It was such a pleasure talking to Marcy today. It is always a fun time when I get to work with her! I hope that you are able to translate some of this really great information into your life and your business. I can't wait to hear what you thought about the episode!What's Inside:Tips to help businesses with their personal branding.How to feel more confident in front of the camera.The benefit of an appreciative mindset. How to live a more sustainable life personally and with your business.Mentioned In This Episode:Marcy: Joel Gott 2018 CabernetCrystal: Burtech 2018 SyrahThe Work of Byron KatieThe 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5,  Live Anywhere, and Join the Rich by Timothy FerrissMarcy Browe (@marcybrowe_photo) on InstagramMarcy Browe Photography: San Diego Branding PhotographerConnect with CrystalCrystal on YouTubeCrystal on InstagramCrystal on FacebookCrystal on TikTok

Why Are You Here? Today's Gospel focus moves beyond the feeding of the people with loaves of bread and fish. Jesus departs, and the people do not see Jesus, or His disciples. The people go across the water and find Jesus once again. Jesus asks them a question. Why are you here? They have just been fed, and yet are looking for more signs from Jesus. Why are you here?, Jesus asks. They are here because they wanted to find Jesus. Yet, that is not enough. They came to find Jesus. And Jesus, basically says, Why are you really here? They traveled a great distance to be with Jesus. And He asks the people that question (from the Bread of Life discourse in Jn:6). This Gospel is also for us. Why do we seek Jesus? Why do we go to Mass? And, why do we desire the Holy Eucharist? Listen to this Meditation piece. Hear why the Israelites in the Gospel were looking for Jesus the way they did.

Hey Gal Pals! WHO ARE YOU? WHY ARE YOU HERE? WHAT'S YOUR PURPOSE?  Well, if you don't know the answer to this question, I that this two-part episode brings clarity and encouragement to you. In this episode, I am joined by my beautiful aunt as we dive into the beautiful topic of Identity.  I am so excited for you all to hear Tannie Elmarie's incredible journey and what she learned throughout it. May this episode bless you abundantly!! Have a great week! Follow Joyful Noise on Instagram: @joyfulllnoiseeewww.instagram.com/joyfulllnoiseeeFeel free to share your joy story or how this episode encouraged you via the hashtag #sharethenoiseee, or feel free to DM me on Instagram. I LOVE YOU!!!!

Thank you for listening to the Calvary Road Baptist Podcast.This sermon is from Brother Jeffery Bird from Sunday Morning, April 18th, 2021 entitled: "Why Are You Here."If you'd like more information about our church in Shepherdsville, KY, you can visit our website: https://calvaryroadbaptistchurch.comYou can also visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/CalvaryRoadBaptistChurchShepherdsville/God bless! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finishing the sermon series "Why Are You Here?" We are all called to our own unique ministry. Find out how you can figure out what your calling might be. creekwoodumc.org

Part of the sermon series "Why Are You Here?" The scripture is 1 Peter 2:1-10. From the moment the Holy Spirit came in Acts as “The Advocate” from Jesus to be with always, we were given more than a mission.  We were given an identity as priests; intermediaries between God and the world.  If we are here as members of a church, the Body of Christ, then no matter what role we play, we play the role of showing Christ.  Whether we want to admit it or not, we are filled with the Holy Spirit.  The question we must ask is, “Do others know it?” creekwoodumc.org

Part of the sermon series: Why Are You Here? The scripture for the sermon is from Isaiah 44:1-8. Creekwood United Methodist Church, Allen, TX creekwoodumc.org

A special message from Pastor David about Ash Wednesday and an introduction to the next sermon series - "Why Are You Here?" Creekwood United Methodist Church, Allen, TX creekwoodumc.org

Today's Master of Community is Dr. James McLeary, a forensic psychologist and elder member of the Inside Circle Foundation. McLeary's life mission is to help incarcerated individuals heal from their past. James himself ran into his own issues with the Judicial System and witnessed first-hand the systematic approach to incarcerating young black people. His experiences led him to working with Rob Allbee in prison ‘Circles' to provide a safe, trusting, yet firm place for inmates to work through repressed issues, traumas, and wounds. Past and present incarcerated individuals voluntarily join these ‘circles' to work through their ‘Hero's Journey' - reframing, rescripting and reorienting their negative experience into a process that moves them forward and gives them purpose in life. McLeary reiterates the importance of acknowledging the issues in your life or the world around you, talking through those challenges, and reminding yourself that anyone can change and labels are not permanent. McLeary and his son produced the award-winning documentary, The Work, to communicate James' experience with the Inside Circle Foundation and the power it's having on incarcerated and previously incarcerated lives. Who is this episode for?: Non Profit, In person & Online, Starting 3 key takeaways: - Labels are temporary and every individual has the potential to change and heal themselves for the better. - The Inside Circle positively impacts current and past incarcerated individuals as they openly discuss repressed pain, develop empathy for one another, and embrace change. - McLeary's documentary, The Work, provides an in-depth look into The Inside Circle and the work taking place at Folsom Prison to providing healing, purpose, and meaning for justice-involved youth and adults. Notable Quotes: “The idea was just to check in. Who are you? What's going on? The check-in is generally your state of bank. How are you feeling? What's bothering you? You know, some men just checked in with their name...And people began to share and as they began to share, there was this bonding and cathartic release. So even if you're not doing your own work, you were watching someone do their work and identifying with their pain and with their release and it's a development of empathy along the way. And that empathy grows into a sort of a nurturing wisdom that people care for each other in a circle and it just kept developing.” “The four stages of the hero's journey is that someone hears the call so they show up somewhere. There is the descent and that's the stripping of the armor that keeps you from being transparent, vulnerable, and honest. Then there's the ordeal where you actually confront what your issue is. And then there's the ascent and that's where you determine what's the new vision/purpose for yourself in this thing or in life. And then there's a celebration, which is the coming home. So that's the model method, the hero's journey. And then we introduce processes that help each of those phases progress.” Rapid fire question answers: 1. What's your favorite book to recommend to others? Sense of Man, the Science of Mind, Sense of Mind. 2. Who's an up and coming community builder you think is going to do big things? Elder Jackson the Third - hosts Ashanti Workshops 3. Favorite Question to ask to spark interesting conos when facilitating a group discussion? Why Are You Here? 4. One thing all members of Community should believe about themselves? Within yourself, you have medicine that's brilliant and has the capacity to heal lots of people 5. If you're on your death bed and you could only leave one piece of life advice behind for all the future generations, what would that advice be? Pause. Do an inventory on yourself to understand what you're thinking, feeling, believing, and know what you want then you're congruent and are right with the world and know where you fit in.

How do you treat time? What is your relationship with time like? At times likes this (Merry Christmas!), people think they have no time. But think about it, time is all we have! And from an investing point of view - you're doing well if you live for three property cycles. Yes, only three. Each cycle goes for approximately 15 years, and most people don't fully appreciate how quickly that time goes. So, if you feel like time is running out, or perhaps you feel like you still have plenty of time - listen up! This interview was made just for you :) 5:30 - Reflecting on 2020 11:37 - Is Your Time Slipping Away? 16:27 - Change Your Life Today 22:28 - Do What You Love & Grow Rich 27:38 - Why Are You Here? 31:32 - Do things easy and life will be hard Don't hesitate to hit me up on Facebook @SamSaggers. DM me any of your questions :) If you're yet to subscribe, be sure to do so on your favourite channel. https://positiverealestate.com.au/web/podcast And remember, I'm really good on 1.25 or 1.5 speed :) Take care,  Sam

We have Erin Diedling on the show today! We had so much fun talking about the science and spirit relating to: Cultivating your psychic and intuitive gifts Working with the Inner Baby, Birth and Pre-natal trauma, developmental trauma, and neurological sequential development Visual and body narratives How trauma goes into the tissues and cellular memory if it doesn't have anywhere to go Health problems, Fibromyalgia, and other syndromes, and their connection to early years of life trauma How the soul moves out of the way in early trauma Clearing out the beautiful garbage of what's stuck so we can fully trust and be in our powers Erin Diedling, M.Ed., LCPC, SEP, is a Clinical Psychotherapist, neuro-bio regulation Touch Therapist and Somatic Experience Practitioner. She is passionate about treating trauma and helping her clients heal past complex trauma, eating disorders, childhood development/attachment ruptures and aritists with creativity/performance anxiety. Erin is also a psychic medium and energy healer. She grew up in New Orleans where she first became aware of her intuitive gifts. She works in two worlds: science and spirit. She draws on all her skillsets to know how best to be of service. Her mission is to relieve mental, spiritual and physical suffering in the world. She is passionate about helping her clients manifest their dreams and bring about love, joy, beauty and truth. Erin paints, writes and swims in Chicago. Links, Article, and Resources All Show Notes for This Episode

If you’re ready to become a consistent and profitable Forex trader, Dr. Jason has compiled a list of questions to ask yourself on this Forex Warrior episode, Quit Playing Games and Lying to Yourself. Why Are You Here? First, you should ask yourself why are you here and why are you listening to this podcast. You might be here to learn or to get rich starting out with little money. Maybe you’re here to learn Forex trading to manage other people’s money. You might answer you are here to start it as a hobby and maybe grow it into a part-time income. “With a thousand dollars in a Forex account, the world is really yours.” – Dr. Jason Gospodarek on Forex vs. Stock market trading Are you here with a pure goal of making a certain percentage gain every month or every year.  Some people might answer because they are sick of their current job. Those are questions you should be asking yourself. What’s Your Current Income Flow? Are you here because your current job can’t be scaled two-times, five-times, ten-times or more? Even if you’re making a good income, you might realize that what you are currently doing is a dead end. What happens to your income at your current job or business if you just stop showing up? If you want to take an extended vacation of a month or more? Where does the money come from? Does it continue to flow? Can you access it or grow your income while you’re not at the job. Some folks might be here because the entry into the Forex market is much less than entry into the stock market. Because of the leverage in the Forex market you are able to control larger lot sizes and larger trade results with a smaller amount of capital. To hear the rest of the important questions to ask yourself about the Forex market, download and listen to Quit Playing Games and Lying to Yourself! Episode Links: http://www.newforexbroker.com/ (The New Forex Broker) Connect with Jason: http://www.theforexwarrior.com/ (TheForexWarrior) Facebook Snapchat Instagram YouTube Twitter Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a positive rating and review on https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1370496464 (iTunes) if you enjoyed  Quit Playing Games and Lying to Yourself! Thank you for tuning in to The Forex Warrior podcast!