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Fr. Mike continues reading from the book of Nehemiah as we read of the many attempts to prevent Nehemiah from doing the great work of God. We also see the events that lead to Esther being chosen as queen and the goodness she will bring even in the midst of a broken system. Today's readings are Nehemiah 6-7, Esther 1-2, and Proverbs 21:1-4. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
What made Caleb's spirit different?In this episode of More Than Conquerors, Terry and Reneé Mize explore The Spirit of Faith and the connection between believing God's Word and speaking from that belief.Terry explains the distinctions he draws between the law, fruit, gift, and spirit of faith. Through Caleb's example, Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 4:13, and a practical illustration about growing a fruit tree, they discuss cultivating faith for everyday life.Terry also recalls his early missionary years with Jackie in Oaxaca, Mexico, while Reneé shares encouragement about approaching God confidently in prayer.FEATURED RESOURCEThe Spirit of Faith — Dr. Terry L. Mize3-CD teaching set: $20https://shop.terrymize.com/products/the-spirit-of-faithIncludes The Spirit of Faith; Where the Word of a King Is, There Is Power; and How Big Is Your God?Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:13; Psalm 116:10; Numbers 14:24; Joshua 14:6–12; Romans 3:27; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 Corinthians 12:7–11; Hebrews 4:16; 1 John 5:14–15Connect with Terry Mize Ministries:Website: https://terrymize.comPartner / Give: https://terrymize.com/givePodcast: https://terrymize.com/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrymizeministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrylmize/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@terrymizeministriesJackie Mize International Children's Foundation: https://orphan1.com
Fr. Mike continues to describe Nehemiah's process of rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem and encountering a variety of challenges in his calling. He explains that in doing God's work, we will often face internal or external opposition which we must meet with prayer and perseverance, trusting God entirely. Today's readings are Nehemiah 4-5, Esther 11-12, and Proverbs 20:27-30. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike continues discussing the call of Nehemiah and how we should approach the work the Lord calls us to do. He explains why all work is divine participation in God's Kingdom on earth and encourages us to remember our service to God and to others, keeping our focus on serving and loving in the realm of our influence. Today's readings are Nehemiah 3, Zechariah 14, and Proverbs 20:23-26. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
In this edition of Morning Manna, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart examine Proverbs 30:5–6 and one of Scripture's strongest declarations about the reliability of God's Word. “Every word of God is pure.” His Word has been tested like precious metal in the fire and found without impurity. Because God has spoken, we can trust Him completely and take refuge under His protection. Agur then gives a serious warning: “Add thou not unto his words.” When we add human traditions, doctrines, or opinions and attribute them to God, we are no longer explaining His Word; we risk misrepresenting the One who spoke it. God's Word does not need improvement. It needs to be believed, obeyed, and faithfully proclaimed. Lesson 193-2026 Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting MannaNation.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961 MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com
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Father Koys takes us on another “brain wrinkling” walk as he discusses The Bible and how the Word of God is a person which The Bible is an earthy view of. Today Father Koys opens with St Jerome whose feast day is today, before going into the nature of the Bible and how Catholics and Protestants differ in our approach to scripture. He further offers historical insight into this topic discussing a story of a mission of St Isaac Jouges in upstate New York and later compares the new Act of Contrition with the older form some may remember. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish
Bishop Walker of A Place of Refuge ministered from Psalm 119:71 on appreciating an afflicted pastor. This is a powerful message on what bona fide pastors go through when delivering the Word of God to their congregation. This message was delivered during the appreciation for Pastor and Lady Dobbs. Scripture: Psalm 119:71 - It is good for me that I have been afflicted, That I may learn Your statutes. Hit the notification bell so that you do not miss our most recent video. From your mobile device, to sow a financial seed into the ministry you may visit us at occvr.org and click the menu tab to locate the donate button. The donate button will provide two options for online giving. You may utilize “Text To Give” in which you will text “give” to the phone number 770-692-2225 to setup your monthly gift or one time financial gift. The additional method for online giving is simply click on the paypal “donate” button. Thanks to our generous partners in ministry, we are able to continue spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our local and foreign outreach ministries. For further information on Overcomers Christian Center including address, service times, and other information please visit occvr.org. Also you may visit us at the following: Facebook: @occvr Podcast: The Overcomers
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La Porta | Renungan Harian Katolik - Daily Meditation according to Catholic Church liturgy
Delivered by May Ann Rodrigo from Saint Peter's School Kelapa Gading, Jakarta Utara, in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Isaiah 66: 10-14b; Rs psalm 131: 1.2.3; Matthew 18: 1-5.GOD IS PLEASED WITH THE LITTLE ONES The theme for our meditation today is: God is Pleasedwith the Little Ones. At the moment when she was about to pass away as a24-year-old contemplative Carmelite nun, Saint Therese uttered her last wordsthat went like this: "My Lord, I love You!" This expression of prayeronce was repeated so fervently by the children and young people in one ofremotest parishes, who were having a full year faith formation program. Inone of those occasions when the Bishop of that diocese was also present, achild approached the Bishop and asked in this way: "What is the bestprayer for children when they like to pray?" The Bishop replied: "Follow the example of SaintTherese of the Child Jesus who always prayed in these words, 'O my Lord, I loveYou'. The Bishop asked the children to repeat this prayer every day, apart fromsaying common prayers such as "Our Father" and "Hail Mary".The children were delighted and satisfied by this brief and very touchingprayer. When children want to repay kindness and care they have received fromtheir parents, teachers and anyone else, they usually say the word "thankyou" and there might be no more additional explanation to it. If anexplanation is needed, it would be appropriate for them to simply say: "Ilove You". Today Saint Theresa teaches us to love God in the sameway the children do, namely with simplicity and with the reality of our dailylives. Christian spirituality shown in the life of children, emphasizes thespirit of dependence on God and living in gratitude. The scriptures show howthe Lord provides a very important place for those whom He chooses, namelychildren and young people. Our today's readings indicate that people who areinsignificant and smallest according to human view, will be the greatest in theKingdom of Heaven because it is according to the will of God. God's will is fulfilled when we heed His invitationthat we need to fight our human pride. This is the capital sin that move peopleto always look for position, power, wealth, and fame. God is so pleased with thelittle ones and are abandoned in order to humiliate those who always think ofthemselves better and holier than others. One of the ways to overcome our prideis to follow the way that the Prophet Job had, especially when he faced all theadversities in his life. In that situation, he still believed and depended onGod. This is really the attitude of a child, because he only knows that God isthe ruler of life. Job's strong faith was expressed in this way: "It isGod who gives, it is God who takes away, praise the name of God." Thewords of this prayer are the same as the prayer we have just mentioned earlier:"O my Lord, I love You." Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O most loving God, may our lives todaydepend solely on Your providence and increase in us the sense of gratitude.Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ... In the name ofthe Father ...
Continuing our new fall sermon series titled 'Light Love Life', Pastor Myron shares from 1 John 2:3-17, a sermon titled 'Real Faith in Real Life'. If you need support or encouragement, or would like to learn more about how to begin a relationship with Jesus, please reach out to the church or email help@hhachurch.com.
La Porta | Renungan Harian Katolik - Daily Meditation according to Catholic Church liturgy
Delivered by Father Peter Tukan, SDB from Salesian Don Bosco Gerak in the Diocese of Labuan Bajo, Indonesia. Job 9: 1-12.14-16; Rs psalm 88: 10bc-11.12-13.14-15; Luke 9: 57-62.PLACE OF HONOR The theme for our meditation today is: Place of Honor.Today our Church celebrates the memorial of Saint Jerome. He studied law andtheology in Rome. After his conversion to Christianity and got baptized, hethen chose to embrace asceticism. In this way of life, as his focus ofattention was to study and meditation on the wisdom of God, he chose toconcentrate on studying the scriptures in the Syrian desert, a particularregion in the Middle East. For this special way of life, Pope Damasus I thenentrusted to him the work to translate the sacred scriptures from theiroriginal language into Latin, the bible version which is known to us asvulgata. He is known in the Church as an extraordinary bible scholar. Hiswell-known expression which is very familiar to all Christians that goes likethis: knowing the scriptures means knowing Jesus Christ. Not knowing thescriptures means not knowing Jesus Christ. Starting from this profound statement of Saint Jeromethat says about one who knows the scriptures knows Jesus Christ, we are quiteaware that we are in agreement with this simple question: How can people knowthe holy bible? Or a similar question would be: What can we know from thescriptures? Our common answer would be our willingness to know more on thecontents of the scriptures, and for that reason we can know more about the LordJesus Christ. This is a commitment and challenge as well for all of us. It is our common understanding that as long as wealways read, hear, meditate, and practice what are being taught from thescriptures, we actually experience the true person of Jesus Christ. Ourreadings today reveal to us one element in the teachings of Jesus. He teachesus about the place of honor in His Kingdom. The place of honor is provided forpeople who are entitled and worthy to occupy it. Who are they? When you are invited by someone as his guest of honor,you will be offered to sit in a special place, for example, right next to thehost who invites you. This is how the Lord prepares a place right next to Him,in the kingdom of heaven for those chosen. There are many conditions proposedby Jesus so that His followers can up to the standard as the chosen ones andhave rights to sit together with Him. One of the important conditions is what Jesus shows ustoday. He calls upon those who willingly and freely want to follow him by meansof abandoning their personal interests. It is sufficient for a person to makethe choice of his wholeheartedly. The prophet Job's advice for us, as he saysin this way: even though we are granted a place of honor in God, we remain obeyHis will, and never follow our own will. Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O merciful Father, May your words todaymake us even more humble and sincere, and for this we are so grateful to Youand we promise our full obedience to You. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In nameof the Father ...
Fr. Mike introduces the book of Nehemiah and takes us through Nehemiah's exemplary response to the call of God as he does what God asks simply because he asks. He also encourages us to pray for our enemies and explains the need to refrain from vengeance in our interactions with others, especially when we are provoked by their actions. Today's readings are Nehemiah 1-2, Zechariah 12-13, and Proverbs 20:20-22. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Luke 11:28 "But he said, Yea rather, blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it." King James Version
Kara Hackert, Director of Children and Family Ministries
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Fr. Mike discusses God's instruction to the people of Israel not to marry women from foreign lands. He explains why God would provide this instruction and how Ezra reacted when he discovered that many prominent Israelites had not obeyed it. He also identifies the prophecies of Palm Sunday and the thirty pieces of silver found in Zechariah. Today's readings are Ezra 9-10, Zechariah 9-11, and Proverbs 20:16-19. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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Send us Fan MailIn this week's podcast, Pastor Jackson continues in his discussion of Chapter Two of "Are We Still Making Disciples". What will people see in us that will draw them to Christ? When we leave the sanctuary, how are we representing the faith? Let's talk about it!Support the showBe sure to find us at https://linktr.ee/kellyrjacksonTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond
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Fr. Mike explains how God's favor was with Ezra because he set his heart to study God's laws, to obey his laws, and to teach his laws to others. We also learn about hypocritical fasting, and how our sacrifices should remind us that everything ultimately belongs to God at all times. Today's readings are Ezra 7-8, Zechariah 7-8, and Proverbs 20:12-15. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
John 10:22-42 Rev. Rodney Henderson
Pastor Dobbs ministers from Romans 8:37-39 on a believer refusing to be separated from the love of God despite the trouble they may deal with. The enemy is trying to get us away from the love of God. Scripture: Romans 8:37-39 37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 38 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39 nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Hit the notification bell so that you do not miss our most recent video. From your mobile device, to sow a financial seed into the ministry you may visit us at occvr.org and click the menu tab to locate the donate button. The donate button will provide two options for online giving. You may utilize “Text To Give” in which you will text “give” to the phone number 770-692-2225 to setup your monthly gift or one time financial gift. The additional method for online giving is simply click on the paypal “donate” button. Thanks to our generous partners in ministry, we are able to continue spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our local and foreign outreach ministries. For further information on Overcomers Christian Center including address, service times, and other information please visit occvr.org. Also you may visit us at the following: Facebook: @occvr Podcast: The Overcomers
Pastor Dobbs ministers from Romans 8:37-39 on a believer refusing to be separated from the love of God despite the trouble they may deal with. The enemy is trying to get us away from the love of God. Scripture: Romans 8:37-39 37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 38 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39 nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
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Fr. Mike encourages us not to be discouraged about the small things happening in our lives, because just as we see through Zechariah's visions, God takes small things and turns them into great triumphs. He also touches on the dedication of Israel to rebuild the temple, and the connection between the crowing of Joshua and the crowning of Christ the King. Today's readings are Ezra 5-6, Zechariah 4-6, and Proverbs 20:8-11. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike continues to take us through the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem, and the importance of moving on from the past to see what God is doing in our lives right now. He also gives some context on the Samaritans and what was happening across Jerusalem, post return. Today's readings are Ezra 3-4, Zechariah 1-3, and Proverbs 20:4-7. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
The Bible is no empty word. It is your very life — the foundation and kindling of your joy!
“What is the inerrant Word of God?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic understanding of Scripture’s divine inspiration and truth. The conversation also touches on Mary as Queen of Heaven in the Bible, the timeline of the deuterocanon’s inclusion in Scripture, and the meaning of being born of water and spirit in John 3:5. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – What do Catholics mean when we say the inspired inerrant Word of God? 18:33 – Where do we find Mary as Queen of Heaven in the bible? 31:06 – In John 1, how could Andrew tell Peter that they found the messiah if Peter had already confessed in the synoptics? 33:20 – When were the deuterocanon officially made a part of the bible? 44:10 – How do I explain the meaning of being born of water and spirit referred to in John 3:5?
Fr. Mike introduces us to the books of Ezra and Haggai, explaining the Israelites' return to the promised land. He also warns us against apathy and indifference in our relationship with God, as we see Israel display towards the temple. Today's readings are Ezra 1-2, Haggai 1-2, and Proverbs 20:1-3. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Welcome to the Return period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the ninth biblical period, which covers the Israelites' return to Jerusalem, the rise of the Pharisees, and the establishment of common household practices. They explain the pattern of exiles and returns throughout the Bible, starting with Exodus and leading all the way to Jesus' ministry. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
We continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction" today on Karl and Crew. How biblically and spiritually literate are you? How do we arm ourselves to know what is true and what isn't? Dr. Sam Storms is Founder and President of Enjoying God's Ministries and author of over 40 books, including "Understanding Spiritual Warfare." He offered insight and wisdom on avoiding spiritual deception and staying rooted in God's Truth. How is your Bible reading time? Nate Pickowicz is a pastor and author of "How to Eat Your Bible: A Simple Approach to Learning and Loving the Word of God." He shared encouragement on Bible-reading plans and restoring your love of God's Word each day. Have you heard the phrase "If one door closes, God will open another"? We had a great discussion today on familiar misused phrases and verses. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: One Door Closes; Another Opens [5:55] Dr. Sam Storms [13:44] Grateful for God's Word [30:26] Nate Pickowicz [34:05] The Power of the Tongue [47:03]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does Terry mean when he calls faith “the currency of heaven”?In this episode of More Than Conquerors, Terry and Reneé Mize explore trusting God's Word, growing in faith, and letting His thoughts reshape yours.They discuss the connection between believing and speaking, the importance of searching the Scriptures for yourself, and practical questions that help you read Bible verses in context. Terry explains what he means by spiritual laws, while Reneé encourages believers to renew their minds and put God's promises into practice.Listen for encouragement to move beyond familiar ways of thinking and build your confidence in God's Word.Key Scriptures: Romans 10:9–10,17; 2 Corinthians 4:13; Acts 17:11; 1 Corinthians 2:9–10; Isaiah 55:8–11Resources mentioned:High Class Christianity Combo — includes High Class Christianity and God's Opinion of You:https://shop.terrymize.com/products/high-class-christianity-comboHigh Class Christianity — Reneé Mize:https://shop.terrymize.com/products/high-class-christianity-bookGod's Opinion of You — Terry Mize:https://shop.terrymize.com/products/gods-opinion-of-you-mini-bookSupernatural: Where Are You From?Audio Download / Stream: https://shop.terrymize.com/products/supernatural-where-did-you-come-fromCD Single: https://shop.terrymize.com/products/supernatural-where-did-you-come-from-1Connect with Terry Mize Ministries:Website: https://terrymize.comPartner / Give: https://terrymize.com/givePodcast: https://terrymize.com/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrymizeministriesYouTube: https://youtube.com/@terrymizeministriesJackie Mize International Children's Foundation: https://orphan1.com
As we finish the Gospel of Matthew, Fr. Mike takes us through Christ's passion, explaining the meaning of "Barabbas", the importance of saints, and temptation towards false truth. He also explains the context of the gospels, and how we fit into them in the new and eternal covenant. Today's readings are Matthew 27-28 and Proverbs 19:25-29. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike explains sins of omission, and how these are some of the biggest deciding factors of who goes to heaven and who goes to hell: whether or not we did good works God called us to. He also reminds us that not all of the New Testament parables are universally relevant, recalling the parable of the talents and the parable of the wise and foolish maidens. Today's readings are Matthew 25-26 and Proverbs 19:21-24. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike continues to explain the parables Christ recites in Jerusalem, specifically focusing on the dangers of preaching God's Word without practicing it in our lives. Jesus goes on to speak against the Scribes and Pharisees, reminding us that he's not only the Prince of Peace, but the Way and the Truth. Today's readings are Matthew 22-24 and Proverbs 19:17-20. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike takes us through various parables in Matthew such as the parable of the lost sheep, the merciful servant, and the laborers in the vineyard. He invites us not to be envious when others are blessed, but to allow the Father to be generous. Today's readings are Matthew 18-21, and Proverbs 19:13-16. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
As we read about the many miracles Jesus performs in today's readings from Matthew, Fr. Mike asserts the objective reality of those miracles and reinforces that Jesus is truly the Son of God who has power over matter. We learn that in Jesus, we too can do things that we could never do on our own. Today's readings are Matthew 14-17, and Proverbs 19:9-12. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike explains the many parables we hear today in Matthew, including the return of the unclean spirit, and the danger of ornate souls. He emphasizes that when God sweeps the sin out of our souls, we must replace it with virtue, otherwise our souls remain empty without a relationship with God. Today's readings are Matthew 11-13 and Proverbs 19:5-8. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike reinforces Jesus' divinity as we read about how Jesus heals people physically, mentally, and spiritually and frees them from the enemy's kingdom of darkness. Fr. Mike also encourages us to not be afraid when we experience persecution and division for the sake of Christ, but to rather courageously carry the Cross. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.