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Malachi Tresler. Revelation 22:1-5. "Without God, there can be no heaven. His presence is the point."

Can logic exist without God?In this episode of the Worldview Legacy Podcast, Joel Settecase, president of the Think Institute, reacts to a recent atheist debate strategy aimed at explaining logic without appealing to God. With a presuppositional approach grounded in Scripture, Joel breaks down where the atheist's reasoning falls short, how the Christian worldview uniquely accounts for the laws of logic, and what every believer should know when engaging in conversations like this.

John 3:19 This is the judgment, that the Light has come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the Light, for their deeds were evil. Light reveals what exists. That's how God judges. When we walk into a dark room and turn on the light, the state of the room is revealed. The presence of light doesn't change what exists in the room. The light reveals what is in and out of place. The point is that light reveals things as they truly are. We learn from this verse that God sent the Light into this world. He turned the light on in the world, so to speak. What is the state of mankind in the world? Their evil deeds reveal that they love darkness rather than the Light. This is God's judgment that Jesus spoke of in the previous verse when He said, “He who believes in Him is not judged; he who does not believe has been judged already.” In John 1:4-5, John wrote, “In Him was life, and the life was the Light of men. The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” So the state of mankind, bound in the darkness of sin, has been revealed. Without God doing a miraculous work of mercy and grace, every man is judged and condemned. Today, take a moment and consider how you respond when God turns the light on your evil deeds. When He reveals that you are unbelieving, fearful, selfish, impatient, lustful, impure, idolatrous, mean, hurtful, and untrusting, do you run to the Light or do you try to hide and excuse yourself? Your response is the judgment. There will be times when God reveals that you aren't abiding in Christ (which means the Spirit has turned on the light). Humble yourself, quickly look to Jesus again, and thank Him for judging your sin in His Son on the cross. Then turn to Him, declaring that He is your life. Ask Him to love through you for His glory, and His Light will shine through you. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of “giving it forward,” so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

John 3:14-16 As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up; so that whoever believes will in Him have eternal life. For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. Do you remember the story from Numbers 21, when the people complained to God and to Moses about food and water? God sent fiery serpents to bite them, and many died. In verse 9, we read, “And Moses made a bronze serpent and set it on the standard; and it came about, that if a serpent bit any man, when he looked to the bronze serpent, he lived.” Let's be encouraged by God's love for His people, Israel, and then His love for the world. Nicodemus would not have been shocked by God's love for Israel. What would have been shocking would have been to learn that God loves Gentiles in the same way He loves the Jews. These verses in this conversation put the spotlight on what Jesus had been saying. The only way into the kingdom of God for both Jew and Gentile is by new birth, by the Holy Spirit, who gives them faith in Jesus' substitutionary death. Everyone has been repeatedly bitten by the serpent of sin. Without God's provision of an object of faith, like the serpent Moses lifted in the wilderness, everyone perishes. It was the love of God for Israel that moved Him to provide a way of healing and deliverance. In these verses, what would have shocked Nicodemus was that God loves Gentiles also with the same kind of love. He is providing a way for anyone in the world to be healed and delivered from sin's fatal bite. Yes, it is the general love of God that provides the object of faith, but it is the covenant love of God that provides the faith to believe in Jesus, the Son of God. For faith to be given as an assurance of eternal life, it has to have an object. Jesus' substitutionary death is the object God has provided. Then, God can clearly show those who are in His kingdom through faith. Those to whom God gives eternal life will believe in Him and trust in Him, as the Holy Spirit gives new birth. What were the implications of this conversation to Nicodemus if he understood it? It meant that Jews and Gentiles were on equal ground before God. Self-righteousness and religious practices were meaningless. The old covenant was about to pass away and become obsolete, replaced by a new covenant through the blood of Jesus. Eternal life was to be offered to the world, and the way to eternal life was to be through the execution of the man standing in front of Him. All of this is because of the love of God. As we love with Jesus today, may our hearts be amazed at the scope of God's love and the love that has provided eternal life to us through the gift of faith. To God be the glory. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of “giving it forward,” so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

Friends of the Rosary,While we continue to pay our final respects to Pope Francis and mourners fill St. Peter's Basilica, we read today (John 21:1-14) about how the Risen Jesus appears to seven disciples on the shore of the Sea of Tiberias. It was the third time Jesus was revealed to his disciples after being raised from the dead.None of them dared to ask him, "Who are you?" because they realized it was the Lord. John the Apostle said to Peter, "It is the Lord."Jesus takes failing, scared fishermen and fulfills his promise to make them fishers of men.To us, he does likewise, abolishing the slavery of sin and granting salvation in its place.Without God, our nets will be empty; with God, they will be filled, as all things are possible. The Lord knows that sometimes we all need a little reassurance.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will. Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New York• ⁠April 25, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Originally aired August 7, 2012. Dennis addresses the penultimate issue: why everything in life pivots on whether a good God exists. Without God, life is just a cosmic accident; nothing has any meaning; morality is subjective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast, Richard shares a simple but powerful concept that can prepare the way for your breakthrough. You can learn what it means to do your part and trust God to do His part. Oral Roberts used to say, “Without God, you cannot; but without you, He will not.” You won't want to miss this impactful teaching! -To learn more about Richard Roberts Ministries, go to http://www.RichardRoberts.org -For prayer, go to http://www.RichardRoberts.org/prayer or call 1-918-495-7777 -Facebook: www.facebook.com/RichardRobertsOfficial -YouTube: www.YouTube.com/RichardRobertsMinistries -instagram: @richardrobertsofficial

Unless we turn to God, start doing good works, searching and seeking after Him, we have no life in us. We will be brought to destruction, for we came from dust and shall return to death.

ਬਾਰਹ ਮਾਹਾ ਮਾਂਝ ਮਹਲਾ ੫ ਘਰੁ ੪ ੴ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ॥ਵੈਸਾਖਿ ਧੀਰਨਿ ਕਿਉ ਵਾਢੀਆ ਜਿਨਾ ਪ੍ਰੇਮ ਬਿਛੋਹੁ ॥ ਹਰਿ ਸਾਜਨੁ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਵਿਸਾਰਿ ਕੈ ਲਗੀ ਮਾਇਆ ਧੋਹੁ ॥ ਪੁਤ੍ਰ ਕਲਤ੍ਰ ਨ ਸੰਗਿ ਧਨਾ ਹਰਿ ਅਵਿਨਾਸੀ ਓਹੁ ॥ ਪਲਚਿ ਪਲਚਿ ਸਗਲੀ ਮੁਈ ਝੂਠੈ ਧੰਧੈ ਮੋਹੁ ॥ ਇਕਸੁ ਹਰਿ ਕੇ ਨਾਮ ਬਿਨੁ ਅਗੈ ਲਈਅਹਿ ਖੋਹਿ ॥ ਦਯੁ ਵਿਸਾਰਿ ਵਿਗੁਚਣਾ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਬਿਨੁ ਅਵਰੁ ਨ ਕੋਇ ॥ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਮ ਚਰਣੀ ਜੋ ਲਗੇ ਤਿਨ ਕੀ ਨਿਰਮਲ ਸੋਇ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਕੀ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਬੇਨਤੀ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਮਿਲਹੁ ਪਰਾਪਤਿ ਹੋਇ ॥ ਵੈਸਾਖੁ ਸੁਹਾਵਾ ਤਾਂ ਲਗੈ ਜਾ ਸੰਤੁ ਭੇਟੈ ਹਰਿ ਸੋਇ ॥੩॥ ਅਰਥ: (ਵੈਸਾਖੀ ਵਾਲਾ ਦਿਨ ਹਰੇਕ ਇਸਤ੍ਰੀ ਮਰਦ ਵਾਸਤੇ ਰੀਝਾਂ ਵਾਲਾ ਦਿਨ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ, ਪਰ) ਵੈਸਾਖ ਵਿਚ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਇਸਤ੍ਰੀਆਂ ਦਾ ਦਿਲ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਖਲੋਵੇ ਜੋ ਪਤੀ ਤੋਂ ਵਿੱਛੁੜੀਆਂ ਪਈਆਂ ਹਨ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੇ ਅੰਦਰ ਪਿਆਰ (ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਗਟਾਵੇ) ਦੀ ਅਣਹੋਂਦ ਹੈ, (ਇਸ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਉਸ ਜੀਵ ਨੂੰ ਧੀਰਜ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਆਵੇ ਜਿਸ ਨੂੰ) ਸੱਜਣ-ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਵਿਸਾਰ ਕੇ ਮਨ-ਮੋਹਣੀ ਮਾਇਆ ਚੰਬੜੀ ਹੋਈ ਹੈ?ਨਾਹ ਪੁਤ੍ਰ, ਨਾਹ ਇਸਤ੍ਰੀ, ਨਾਹ ਧਨ, ਕੋਈ ਭੀ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ ਨਹੀਂ ਨਿਭਦਾ ਇਕ ਅਬਿਨਾਸੀ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਹੀ ਅਸਲ ਸਾਥੀ ਹੈ। ਨਾਸਵੰਤ ਧੰਧੇ ਦਾ ਮੋਹ (ਸਾਰੀ ਲੁਕਾਈ ਨੂੰ ਹੀ) ਵਿਆਪ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ, (ਮਾਇਆ ਦੇ ਮੋਹ ਵਿਚ) ਮੁੜ ਮੁੜ ਫਸ ਕੇ ਸਾਰੀ ਲੁਕਾਈ ਹੀ (ਆਤਮਕ ਮੌਤੇ) ਮਰ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ। ਇਕ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਦਾ ਨਾਮ ਸਿਮਰਨ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਹੋਰ ਜਿਤਨੇ ਭੀ ਕਰਮ ਇਥੇ ਕਰੀਦੇ ਹਨ, ਉਹ ਸਾਰੇ ਮਰਨ ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਹੀ ਖੋਹ ਲਏ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ (ਭਾਵ, ਉਹ ਉੱਚੇ ਆਤਮਕ ਜੀਵਨ ਦਾ ਅੰਗ ਨਹੀਂ ਬਣ ਸਕਦੇ) ।ਪਿਆਰ-ਸਰੂਪ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਨੂੰ ਵਿਸਾਰ ਕੇ ਖ਼ੁਆਰੀ ਹੀ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਜਿੰਦ ਦਾ ਹੋਰ ਕੋਈ ਸਾਥੀ ਹੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਹੁੰਦਾ। ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਮ ਦੀ ਚਰਨੀਂ ਜੇਹੜੇ ਬੰਦੇ ਲਗਦੇ ਹਨ, ਉਹਨਾਂ ਦੀ (ਲੋਕ ਪਰਲੋਕ ਵਿਚ) ਭਲੀ ਸੋਭਾ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ।ਹੇ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ! (ਤੇਰੇ ਦਰ ਤੇ) ਮੇਰੀ ਬੇਨਤੀ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਮੈਨੂੰ ਤੇਰਾ ਦਿਲ-ਰੱਜਵਾਂ ਮਿਲਾਪ ਨਸੀਬ ਹੋਵੇ। (ਰੁੱਤ ਫਿਰਨ ਨਾਲ ਚੁਫੇਰੇ ਬਨਸਪਤੀ ਪਈ ਸੁਹਾਵਣੀ ਹੋ ਜਾਏ, ਪਰ) ਜਿੰਦ ਨੂੰ ਵੈਸਾਖ ਦਾ ਮਹੀਨਾ ਤਦੋਂ ਹੀ ਸੋਹਣਾ ਲੱਗ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ ਜੇ ਹਰੀ ਸੰਤ-ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਮਿਲ ਪਏ।3।BAARAH MAAHAA ~ THE TWELVE MONTHS: MAAJH, FIFTH MEHL, FOURTH HOUSE:ONE UNIVERSAL CREATOR GOD. BY THE GRACE OF THE TRUE GURU:In the month of Vaisaakh, how can the bride be patient? She is separated from her Beloved. She has forgotten the Lord, her Life-companion, her Master; she has become attached to Maya, the deceitful one. Neither son, nor spouse, nor wealth shall go along with you—only the Eternal Lord. Entangled and enmeshed in the love of false occupations, the whole world is perishing. Without the Naam, the Name of the One Lord, they lose their lives in the hereafter. Forgetting the Merciful Lord, they are ruined. Without God, there is no other at all. Pure is the reputation of those who are attached to the Feet of the Beloved Lord. Nanak makes this prayer to God: “Please, come and unite me with Yourself.” The month of Vaisaakh is beautiful and pleasant, when the Saint causes me to meet the Lord. || 3 ||

There's nothing new under the sun… the sins our culture subscribes to on a massive scale, as well as the intimate, private transgressions of each individual heart, are just copies of the behaviors that have plagued us since the fall in the Garden. As Pastor Ken continues our examination of Isaiah, we'll be reminded that there's nothing clever or unique about the form our rebellion takes today. There are those who pridefully like to think so, but it's the same old sin, and it's just as destructive.  

Our world is full of lost people. Many have heard renditions of the Gospel, but their hearts remain in the grasp of sin and deception. They're on a road to destruction, but in this life, we shouldn't expect them to live a life that honors God when they've chosen to reject Him. As Pastor Ken will point out in today's message, sadly, there are many who have claimed Christianity, accepting that Jesus is God and died for our sins, yet they're trying to brush off sin and cling to a life that dishonors Him.

There are people in our world today who argue that Jesus was a wise, kind teacher who clearly made a big impact in our world – but that He never claimed to be God. As Pastor Ken continues our study in the book of Isaiah, he'll draw our attention to an important reference Jesus made connecting right back to today's passage. In our culture, the connection is easy to miss, but the people of that time, Pharisees included, knew exactly what Jesus meant; He was claiming to be God.

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Segment 1 • Todd discusses Dr. Jason Lisle's emphasis on the Bible as the undeniable proof of creation. • Logic can't exist without the God of the Bible; uniformity in nature points to a Creator. • God's mystery is transcendent, and His word provides clarity on the universe. Segment 2 • Evolution is not science; it's a theory. Christians bring the Bible to battle. • Evangelism is about sharing the good news, not winning theological debates. • There's a time to use presuppositional apologetics and a time to step back. Segment 3 • AI isn't infallible. Real-time translation AI raises questions about implications. • Worship is not just vertical but also horizontal; are we missing its full potential? • America ranks 24th in a 13-year happiness study, raising concerns about our priorities. Segment 4 • Todd shares how he's dealing with challenges and finding normalcy again. • What comes out of your mouth reflects your heart. • 1 in 5 people in the U.S. feel they have no one to count on for support. ___ Preorder the new book, Lies My Therapist Told Me, by Fortis Institute Fellow Dr. Greg Gifford now! https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/liesmytherapisttoldme ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

What is love? Is it even possible to separate the idea of love from God? Let's discuss love together!

God's word fuels our spiritual growth in the same way food and water fuel our physical bodies. Psalm 119 describes God's word as a lamp at our feet that lights our path and gives us more understanding of how to live our lives. Without God's word, we wander through our days as if we are walking in the dark. Through God's word and the community we are blessed with, we can avoid the spiritual stagnation that comes with isolation. Are you allowing God to transform your life through scripture? Who can you be in community with to reap the benefits of the daily bread of scripture? 

Without God, opposing cultural forces look awfully alike.   ___________ Register your student for a 12-day worldview conference with Summit Ministries at colsoncenter.org/breakpoint. 

In this episode, Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD sits down with 19 Keys, global thought leader, visionary, and creator of High Level Conversations, for a transformative discussion on higher consciousness, self-sovereignty, and the future of humanity. From his early journey of survival to becoming a voice for financial and spiritual liberation, 19 Keys shares how aligning with divine truth has allowed him to transcend limitations and help others do the same.19 Keys dives deep into the power of discipline, the cosmic cycles shaping our reality, and the importance of building decentralized systems that empower humanity. He breaks down how attention is currency, how to escape survival mode, and why doing nothing without God is the key to thriving in the age of Aquarius.Sacred Truths & Lessons from This Episode:• Do Nothing Without God – Align your actions with divine purpose to create a world in His image. • Survive, Thrive, Evolve – The three stages of consciousness and how to break free from survival mode. • Attention is Currency – Where you place your focus determines your reality and your future. • Master Your Mind & Body – Physical strength and mental resilience are key to unlocking higher dimensions. • The Power of Alignment – Your purpose lies at the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, and what serves the world. • Build the New Earth – The future is a blank slate—what will you create?To learn more about 19 Keys: 

Pastor Dave Miller continues the series Foundations of Faith with his message titled Let Him Use You. We have been given authority through Jesus, but power comes from being in relationship with him. God is looking for us to invite him into our lives because WITH him nothing is impossible. Without God, man cannot. Without man, God will not!#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 3-16-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: No Hope Without God Speaker: Bobby Quick Broadcaster: Grace Baptist Church Event: Devotional Date: 3/16/2025 Length: 41 min.

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”The Claymore podcast presents a battle plan for Gen Z men who sense something wrong with our increasingly toxic culture and are searching for authentic purpose and identity.• Miletus Christi and Claymore are initiatives from John Paul II Renewal Center designed as battle plans for young men• Our crisis stems from rejecting objective truth and embracing subjective constructs of feelings• When God is forgotten, we lose understanding of ourselves and our purpose• Satan works by twisting what God created good, especially in distorting authentic love into lust• The three-step spiritual battle plan involves morning prayer, turning temptations into opportunities for prayer, and becoming a person of love• True identity comes from understanding we're created beings with divine purpose, not accidents of history• Building "cells" or small communities of like-minded men is essential for spiritual growth• Authentic masculinity means viewing women first as sisters to protect before considering them as potential brides• Fulton Sheen warned in 1974 that we're seeing the end of Christendom's influence on cultureDownload the Claymore battle plan at the John Paul II Renewal Center website. Email info@jp2renew.org with questions or to invite Jack to speak at your church or community.Here are today's Discussion Questions: 1. How does the author contrast a world with God and a world without God? What are the consequences of each perspective on human identity and purpose?2. What role does modern culture play in shaping young people's understanding of love, happiness, and identity, according to the author?3. How does the story of Bill W. and Carl Jung illustrate the importance of spiritual transformation in overcoming struggles?4. What is the significance of Jesus' question, “What do you seek?” in the Gospel of John, and how does it relate to the theme of identity in the text?5. How does Saint Augustine's quote, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You,” summarize the central argument of the article?(The Video-Podcast of this Episode will be made available on Rumble. For past episodes on Video visit our Rumble Channel and don't forget to subscribe!)Follow us and watch on X: John Paul II Renewal @JP2RenewalOn Rumble: JohnPaulIIRCCatch up with the latest on our website: jp2renew.org and Sign up for our Newsletter!!  Support the show

Longing for Eden is at the core of all of our desires. In Eden, mankind had perfect government, perfect fellowship, and perfect provision. Humanity was made for the perfection of Eden and nothing short of that perfection will ever satisfy us. But since we are subject to the pride of our fallen state, all of us, religious AND atheist, seek to recreate that perfection WITHOUT God. Our efforts and failure to do so is the story of our tragic human history. Only by turning to God can we truly reclaim our deepest longing. In this week's podcast:What we lost when we fell from EdenHow we try to replace paradiseWhy we desire to regain Eden without GodHow the judgment and curses of Original Sin are loving and mercifulWhy natural disasters CANNOT be blamed on God  For exclusive content, Q&A Videos, and private Bible study, become a Faith By Reason Patreon www.patreon.com/faithbyreason

The Lord Jesus teaches his people to pray, acknowledging God's holiness and kingdom, as well as our need for forgiveness of our sins. In this particular text we see our need to pray for deliverance, for rescue, from Satan and the evil he fosters in the world. Without God's grace we are helpless, but God is strong and he will keep us safe in his care. Jesus defeated Satan on the cross, and we triumph and live in his victory.

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There is no other nation like Israel in all of history. The Jewish people were chosen by God to be His people; they're unique. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Israel's importance today. He shares a biblical perspective on current changes happening in the U.S. government, as well as our new and emerging policies regarding the Middle East. Israel's history is foretold throughout the Bible, and Pastor Allen teaches on a dozen of the prophecies that have been fulfilled. Without God's chosen people, we would not have our Savior, Jesus Christ, and it's our responsibility to share Him with all nations—including Israel.   To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, visit this link: allenjackson.com/podcastdonate

Brain damage is the hallmark of a highly religious thought process – and I'm not just speaking figuratively. Religion can cause actual physical damage to the chemical receptors in your mind! And don't think you're immune to this malady if you're secular. ALL people practice religion to varying degrees because we ALL promote the ideas of absolute righteousness and justice (GOD) in our pursuits (and of course trying to be right and just WITHOUT God is the definition of religion). In this week's podcast:What the Bible means when it references “religion”Why James 1:27 actually validates the true definition of religionHow unbelievers prove they believe in God when they pursue social causesA brief tangent on the history of global warming/climate changeExamples of secular “religions”How the religious thought process causes cascading brain damageFor exclusive content, Q&A Videos, and private Bible study, become a Faith By Reason Patreon www.patreon.com/faithbyreason

Turning Hearts to God: The Key to Eternal Life Today's readings guide us to seek something that never ends—eternal and everlasting blessings. In the first reading from the book of Jeremiah, we encounter two types of people: those who are cursed and those who are blessed. Jeremiah warns, “Cursed is the one who trusts in human beings.” This prompts us to pause and reflect: In our families, we naturally place trust in our spouses, children, and loved ones. So, is it wrong to trust them? Jeremiah continues, “Cursed is the one who seeks strength in the flesh.” If Our Trust . . . The key message he delivers is this: Cursed is the one who turns their heart away from God. If our trust in people, in ourselves, or in our wealth leads us away from God, then we are truly cursed. In the Gospel, Jesus declares, “Woe to you who are rich! Woe to you who laugh now! Woe to you who are praised!” Again, we must pause and ask: Is it wrong to be wealthy? Is it wrong to be joyful or to receive praise? Certainly not. But if our wealth, happiness, or praise lead us to believe we are self-sufficient, distancing us from God, then woe to us indeed. Jeremiah continues his message: We are cursed when we place ultimate trust in people. We are cursed when we rely solely on our own strength. We are cursed when our hearts turn away from God. Why is this so? Because we become like a barren bush in the desert, deprived of life-giving water, unable to bear fruit. Without God, we lack true life and vitality. Woe to us if we turn our hearts away from Him. But there is hope. Jeremiah also speaks of a second group: “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose hope is in the Lord.” In the Gospel, Jesus echoes this by saying: “Blessed are the poor.” “Blessed are those who weep.” “Blessed are those who hunger.” “Blessed are those who are persecuted.” We might wonder: Is it good to be poor or hungry? Is it good to suffer or be persecuted? No. God did not create us for suffering or sorrow. But blessed are we when we place our complete trust in the Lord, for He is the source of life. The second reading reinforces this by reminding us that life does not end here. Christ rose from the dead, becoming the first fruit of the resurrection. Those who trust in the Lord receive blessings that extend beyond this life—eternal blessings that lead to resurrection and everlasting life. What is the lesson from today's readings? Listen to this Meditation Media. Listen to: Turning Hearts to God: The Key to Eternal Life --------------------------------- Image: Christ and the Rich Young Ruler: German Painter: Heinrich Hoffman:  1889 --------------------------------- Gospel Reading: Luke 6: 17,20-26 First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-8 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20

Have you ever worked tirelessly for something, convinced it would bring fulfillment—only to realize, after all your effort, that it still wasn't enough? Solomon knew that feeling well. He didn't just stumble into wealth and pleasure; he worked for it. He bought, gathered, and acquired more than anyone before him. Yet, in the end, it left him just as empty. Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day. Our text today is Ecclesiastes 2:7-8. I bought male and female slaves, and had slaves who were born in my house. I had also great possessions of herds and flocks, more than any who had been before me in Jerusalem. I also gathered for myself silver and gold and the treasure of kings and provinces. I got singers, both men and women, and many concubines, the delight of the sons of man. — Ecclesiastes 2:7-8 This account is not just a list of Solomon's possessions—it's a record of his relentless pursuit. Solomon bought slaves, had vast herds and flocks, gathered silver and gold, and got entertainers and concubines. Every verb tells the story of a man striving, building, collecting—believing that just a little more would finally bring contentment. But it never did. And isn't that how we live? We hustle, we save, we upgrade, thinking the next thing will bring lasting satisfaction. We work hard to fill our lives with more, only to find that more isn't enough. If wealth, status, and pleasure could satisfy, Solomon would have been the happiest man on earth. Instead, his achievements became his confession: No matter how much you get, it will never be enough without God. The harder we work for what doesn't last, the more we miss what truly matters. Solomon teaches us that even our best efforts at self-fulfillment will fail if they're apart from God. What are you working so hard for? Is it leading to lasting joy or temporary satisfaction? Instead of striving for things that will fade, why not strive just as hard for what lasts forever? Jesus said, “Do not labor for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life” (John 6:27). The time and energy we spend chasing wealth and pleasure could be invested in knowing Christ, growing in faith, and storing up treasure in heaven. Work hard—but work for eternity. #TrueFulfillment, #ChasingGodNotGold, #WorkForEternity ASK THIS: What have you been working hard for, and has it brought lasting fulfillment? How does Solomon's pursuit of wealth and pleasure compare to your own desires? What does John 6:27 teach about what we should truly strive for? How can you practically shift your focus from earthly gain to eternal treasure? DO THIS: Shift your focus from striving for temporary success to investing in what lasts—your relationship with God and His eternal kingdom. PRAY THIS: Lord, help me to recognize that no amount of wealth, success, or pleasure can satisfy my soul apart from You. Teach me to labor for what truly lasts and find my fulfillment in You alone. Amen. PLAY THIS: One Day When We All Get To Heaven.

The strength of the covenant lies in the unwavering presence of God, whose divine presence sustains and empowers the relationship between God and His people. It is through this sacred connection that true life is found—God is the source of all vitality and purpose. In contrast, life apart from God is devoid of meaning and vitality, reduced to mere existence, as it is through Him that all things find their true essence and meaning. Without God's presence, life is not truly alive, but rather, it is a shadow of what it was meant to be. The covenant is a living promise, where God's presence infuses every moment with life, purpose, and fulfillment.

Friday, 7 February 2025   Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets. Matthew 7:12   “Therefore, all as what you may determine that men, they should do to you, thus also you, you do to them. For this, it is, the Law and the Prophets” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus finished a thought concerning the nature of man in relation to God. We are evil, but we still bear hints of His nature, doing what is right toward our children, but He provides more abundantly than we do. Now, He makes a summary statement, beginning with, “Therefore, all as what you may determine that men, they should do to you.”   He uses the word oun, translated as, therefore. HELPS Word Studies says, it “is typically translated ‘therefore' which means, ‘By extension, here's how the dots connect.'” The question that arises quite often with the use of this word is naturally, “What dots?”   At what point do the dots begin for there to be this summary “therefore?” It is not always easy to determine. In the case of Jesus' words now, it seems extremely difficult to find the logical point where His words began. In fact, the thoughts since 7:1 have not seemed to logically fit into what He is now saying in verse 7:12.   Despite this, He is giving a summary that consists first of how His disciples want others to treat them, “what you may determine that men, they should do to you.” In the manner they desire, He continues with, “thus also you, you do to them.”   His words are often called the golden rule. The way you want to be treated, so you must also do toward others. The thought, though expressed a bit differently, is similar to the conclusion others have made. For example, Confucius, using the negative of the precept, said, “Do not to others what you would not wish done to yourself.”   Likewise, Rabbi Hillel said, “...whatsoever is hateful to thee, that do not thou to thy neighbor, ‘this is all the whole law,' and the rest is an explication of it, go and be perfect.” Jesus finishes His thought in a similar manner, saying, “For this, it is, the Law and the Prophets.”   In other words, this precept sums up the Law and the Prophets. The thought is not unlike what the Lord has already said in Leviticus 19:18 –   “You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.”   Jesus will again use this terminology concerning the Law and the Prophets later in Matthew 22, also citing Leviticus 19 –   “Jesus said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.' 38 This is the first and great commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' 40 ‘On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.'” Matthew 22:37-40   Jesus refers to both loving God and loving one's neighbor as being that on which all the Law and the Prophets hang in Matthew 22. However, Jesus only cites the part about interactions between oneself and others here. Therefore, the sentiment among many scholars is like that of Matthew Poole, saying, “This precept containeth in it the substance of all that is to be found in the books of the law and the prophets which concerneth us in reference to others, the sum of the second table, which requireth only justice and charity.”   In other words, they say that what Jesus is saying here isn't a sum of the whole Law and the Prophets but that part dealing with interactions between others (the second tablet of the Ten Commandments), while the interactions between the Lord and men are contained on the first tablet.   This has to be read into Jesus' words. He does not say this. He says that what He has taught is the Law and the Prophets. But how can this be if His words now only deal with interactions between others? The answer is what the word oun, therefore, summarizes, which is everything since Matthew 5 where Jesus said –   “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. 18 For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from the law till all is fulfilled. 19 Whoever therefore breaks one of the least of these commandments, and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever does and teaches them, he shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:17-20   Since that point, Jesus has brought in the nature of the law in many aspects, including Israel's relationship with the Father. That is seen, for example, in the Lord's Prayer and what He says in the surrounding words –   “Therefore do not be like them. For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him. 9 In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. 10 Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. 13 And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.14 “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do ot forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” Matthew 6:8-15   One cannot disassociate his relationship with God when dealing with others while under the law. Jesus has clearly laid out the impossible weight of the law that rests upon those under it. It is the reason for His coming. A person's righteousness must exceed that of the Scribes and Pharisees. In fact, he cannot err in a single point of law (a jot or tittle) and be held blameless before the law.   That is why Jesus' coming was necessary. Without God's personal intervention, not a person could be saved. Man, apart from the law, is already condemned (John 3:18, Romans 5:12, etc.). How much more condemnation, then, came with the giving of the law.   Man is being given schooling on what he needs to be right before God. That “what” is a Who, Jesus. Only He can meet the demands of the greater understanding of the law that He has set forth so far in Matthew 5-7. Without Him, all men stand condemned.   Life application: Paul is quite clear concerning the reason for the law –   “Is the law then against the promises of God? Certainly not! For if there had been a law given which could have given life, truly righteousness would have been by the law. 22 But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe. 23 But before faith came, we were kept under guard by the law, kept for the faith which would afterward be revealed. 24 Therefore the law was our tutor to bring us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith. 25 But after faith has come, we are no longer under a tutor.” Galatians 3:21-25   The Gentiles were never under the Law of Moses. The Jews could not fulfill the Law of Moses but were kept under guard by it until Christ came. The law was given as a means of instruction concerning what God was going to do in the giving of Jesus Christ.   Unfortunately, so many have failed to see this. Instead, they keep themselves under the law (Jews), or they place themselves under the law that was never given to them (Gentiles trying to show God that they are worthy of His merit).   All men must come to God with empty hands. In essence, “Lord God, I have no merit or standing before You. I put my trust in the finished work of Jesus Christ alone.”   Heavenly Father, thank You for the cross of Jesus Christ where we find complete reconciliation with You. Jesus is our only trust, and He is our complete hope. Amen.

Listen to the Message by Pastor Hudson From Sunday, February 2, 2025 Solitary & Safe: How God Helps the Alone and Disregarded   Empowered for Life: Introduction to the 21-Day Devotional Summary Welcome to Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #156! This is a special edition as we prepare for a 21-day devotional on Principles of Empowerment, beginning February 7th. The Power of God's Word Psalm 119:11 – "Your word have I hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against you." God's Word is a source of strength, guidance, and empowerment. In an age of overwhelming information, discerning God's voice is crucial (John 10:27). Jesus, as the Word of God, strengthens us when His Word abides in us. Understanding Sin and the Need for Direction Sin means "to miss the mark" (from archery). Without God's direction, we lack aim and purpose. True empowerment comes through aligning our lives with God's truth. Introducing the 21-Day Devotional Begins February 7th – short daily readings with scripture and reflection questions. Day 1 Theme: "Free Indeed – The Beginning of Empowerment" (John 8:31-32). Key thought: “In Christ, I am free indeed and free forever.” Reflection question: "What have I substituted for the true freedom that only Christ can give?" True freedom is a treasured inheritance through Christ. How to Participate Access the devotional at: NewCovenant.org BryanHudson.com Subscribe to receive daily email lessons at 5:30 AM. Each lesson includes a reflection question and personal insights. Final Encouragement Empowerment = Receiving the ability to do what you couldn't do before. Being in a community of faith provides strength and support. Listen to the recent sermon "Solitary and Safe" about the importance of spiritual family. Stay encouraged, stay strong, and let God's Word empower you! God bless!

This week, Tyler delves into some of the darkest truths in Ecclesiastes, examining how injustice, suffering, and mortality shape human existence. It also offers a stark contrast between a worldview without God (leading to despair) and one with God (providing hope and purpose). While Ecclesiastes paints a bleak picture of life without God, Christianity offers hope beyond suffering. Tyler presents three key truths that separate a Christian worldview from an atheistic one: 1. God Suffers With Us 2. God is Working Against Evil 3. There Will Be Final Judgment and Justice Ecclesiastes is honest about suffering, but Christianity offers a way to deal with it. Without God, suffering is meaningless. With God, suffering is part of a redemptive story. ~ Jesus entered suffering to show us that God cares. ~ Evil is not from God, but He is actively working against it. ~ Final judgment ensures that every wrong will be made right. ~ Christian hope is stronger than secular despair. ~ You can trade a worldview of indifference for one of purpose, love, and eternity.

Without God as our trusted Master, life can feel like meaningless chores instead of valuable training. From February 2, 2025

Entering a new year makes us reflect on the direction of our live. Isaiah 64:8 contains a metaphor of God being a potter, and us being clay. Without God's guidance, our lives are shapeless and messy, like unformed clay. Although we may not always understand God's reasoning, we must humble ourselves and allow God to shape us and use us for his plan.

You can't overcome depression without God. You can't.

We all face temptations every day. They draw us away from God and toward destructive choices that can ruin our lives, families, and futures. In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer explains two conflicts we all face: a battle within and a conflict with God. Without God's intervention, our natural tendency is to love worldly things. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We all face temptations every day. They draw us away from God and toward destructive choices that can ruin our lives, families, and futures. In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer explains two conflicts we all face: a battle within and a conflict with God. Without God's intervention, our natural tendency is to love worldly things. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We all face temptations every day. They draw us away from God and toward destructive choices that can ruin our lives, families, and futures. In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer explains two conflicts we all face: a battle within and a conflict with God. Without God's intervention, our natural tendency is to love worldly things. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. 

There is a war raging within our desires and we desperately need to know how to win it. Without God's intervention, our natural tendency is to love worldly things. In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer calls out our adultery with the world—strong but needed words. Let's stop resisting the only One who can help us. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001. 

Embrace God's provision and protection over your life by asking Him to provide direction for your plans.

It's Christmas Eve, which means the typical attempts to bury Christmas in favor of some sentimental universalism are upon us. Sources: https://www.returntotradition.org Contact Me: Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.com Support My Work: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStine SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-tradition Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStine Physical Mail: Anthony Stine PO Box 3048 Shawnee, OK 74802 Follow me on the following social media: https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/ https://twitter.com/pontificatormax +JMJ+ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-stine/support

It's Christmas Eve, which means the typical attempts to bury Christmas in favor of some sentimental universalism are upon us. Sources: https://www.returntotradition.org Contact Me: Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.com Support My Work: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStine SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-tradition Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStine Physical Mail: Anthony Stine PO Box 3048 Shawnee, OK 74802 Follow me on the following social media: https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/ https://twitter.com/pontificatormax +JMJ+ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-stine/support

Is there morality without the Bible? Without God? How do we know what right and wrong is? That's the first topic during this aggressive "Prove Me Wrong" debate at ASU. Other questions handle the border, U.S. support for Israel, whether homosexuality is a choice, and more.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nobody has ever seen three generations of atheists. Ignaz Semmelweiss was cancelled by woke Hungarian doctors in the 1840s. Without God you can be decent and smart, even intelligent, but not wise. Highly intelligent people are most likely to fall victim to scams and cons. High I.Q. is no help in building a business or making a marriage work--that takes wisdom. We are born with our I.Q. but we can learn wisdom.. Explore the special deal of Happy Warrior membership https://www.wehappywarriors.com The 3 sound strategies to bring God into your life and find wisdom.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices