Podcasts about worldly

Today we're diving into the gray zone of Christian dating, tackling whether dating apps are too worldly and breaking down the real pros and cons of online dating for those seeking godly relationships! Need 1:1 support for your specific dating situation? Book a coaching call today! https://www.heartofdating.com/coaching  Find out your Dating Personality Type for free by taking our QUIZ here! https://www.heartofdating.com/quiz Join Basics of Dating! The 6-Week Program for the Christian single feeling stuck, anxious, or healing from heartbreak. https://www.heartofdating.com/basics-of-dating   Love Heart of Dating Podcast? Want to support us AND be a part of the fam? Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/heartofdating Subscribe to our YouTube channel here! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ1PswEXEyeSddMmOSiRKGw Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest  Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library  Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast  Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness https://www.instagram.com/jjtomlin/?hl=en Interested in advertising on this show? Learn more here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16V_c91F1iIYNZOVvrEinrB9h2dsZq-kZFqYYEDQ4A60/viewform?edit_requested=true  . . . . .  Check out this week's sponsor: Better Help: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HOD and get on your way to being your best self. . . . . .  A quick thank you to one of our friends! Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

As Christians, we are called to be different from the mainstream world. That includes how we handle estrangement from an adult child… and all the grief and sorrow that comes with being estranged. In this episode of The Estranged Mom Coach™, I'm talking about Godly grief versus worldly grief and how one sets you free while the other keeps you caged in such a way that estrangement lingers. Warm up something good and decaf and let's talk about it. . Next Steps: 1) Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Jenny 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your son or daughter back in your life. And learn how estrangement coaching can get you there: www.theestrangedmomcoach.com/schedule    ⬇️ 2) Access your audio meditation to help you cast your anxieties and worries about estrangement at the feet of Jesus: https://www.theestrangedmomcoach.com/meditation   ⬇️ 3) Join the free Facebook support community for Christian estranged mothers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianestrangedmothers    ⬇️ 4) Download Your Free Guide Of What To Do When Your Adult Child Estranges: https://www.theestrangedmomcoach.com/child-estrangement-next-steps  . Client Reviews… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  Jenny's teachings have produced results reconnecting me with my estranged daughter I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible support and guidance received in the most tragic time of my life from coach Jenny Good. Her faith, compassion, understanding, dedication and display of radical love has truly been life-changing for me. I was so overwhelmed with feelings of confusion, guilt, and sadness. I felt lost and didn't know how to navigate through the emotional turmoil I was experiencing. However, from the very first call, Jenny created a safe and non-judgmental space for me to share my details. Her ability to listen attentively and empathize while helping me understand a different way of thinking is truly remarkable. She understood my feelings and offered tools each session in ways I have not experienced even from therapy. I am forever thankful for the medicine she has poured into me to be the very best version of myself! This has rippled into all areas of life for me. Jenny's teachings have produced results reconnecting me with my estranged daughter! Thank you for being the vessel of unwavering faith & love that so many of us could benefit from, estranged or not. A true Godsend.  - Melinda Wyman . ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am living a truly happy life, and I reconciled with my son  Having a coach and mentor who is rooted in Christ is very important. I've experienced so much inner healing with Jenny as my Coach. I am living a truly happy life, and I reconciled with my son! I feel empowered to continue stepping into my full power as a mother and to live a life where my children matter, but they don't determine my worth. I am me again. - Carol Adams

What can a missionary from the eighth century teach us about faith, leadership, history, and using our talents well? Recorded on the feast of Saint Boniface—the patron saint and namesake of Father Boniface Hicks—this episode explores the life of the Benedictine monk known as the Apostle to the Germans and the lasting civilization that grew from his mission.Father Boniface explains how Saint Boniface left England to preach among the Germanic peoples, established monasteries and dioceses, strengthened connections with Rome, reformed parts of the Church, and worked wisely with political leaders who could protect the growing Christian communities. His monasteries became more than religious buildings: monks and nuns cultivated land, educated people, stabilized communities, and helped create the foundations from which towns and cities grew.Joe reflects on what this means today. Saint Boniface did not separate spiritual faithfulness from practical competence. He used language, organization, diplomacy, courage, Scripture, liturgy, and political awareness in service of God. His life demonstrates that Christians are not called to withdraw from the world or reject success. They are called to develop their gifts, use worldly knowledge wisely, and direct everything toward love, evangelization, and the good of others.Key IdeasReading the lives of the saints gives us a personal and often more reliable way to understand history.Saint Boniface combined missionary courage with organization, education, diplomacy, and practical leadership.Monasteries became centers of evangelization, agriculture, stability, learning, and the development of communities.Worldly skills are not opposed to holiness when they are placed in service of God and the good of others.Saint Boniface invested his talents rather than protecting them, ultimately giving his life while continuing his missionary work.Links & ReferencesNone explicitly referenced with a clear official/source link in this episode.CTA: If this helped, please leave a review or share this episode with a friend.Questions or thoughts? Email FatherAndJoe@gmail.com.TagsFather and Joe, Joe Rockey, Father Boniface Hicks, Saint Boniface, feast of Saint Boniface, Apostle to the Germans, Benedictine, Benedictine monk, missionary, evangelization, Christian history, Church history, eighth century, Germany, England, Rome, Pope Gregory, Saint Augustine of Canterbury, Charles Martel, Charlemagne, Holy Roman Empire, monasteries, monasticism, Church reform, Latin Church, Latin liturgy, Scripture, martyrdom, courage, talents, stewardship, leadership, diplomacy, political wisdom, civilization, agriculture, education, community building, Fulda, Saint Vincent Archabbey, Boniface Wimmer, Catholic history, relationship with God, relationship with others, relationship with self

If we are open to improve, the Scriptures will guide us and God's family will help by providing the example and godly reproof and correction as needed. There are two types of mourning or shame; (1) Godly and healthy, and (2) Worldly and toxic. The first inspires change and the second causes resentments, guilt, condemnation and escapism. 2 Timothy 3:15-17 doctrine – reproof – correction Proverbs 12:1; 15:10 the person who hates reproof is stupid Matthew 19:16-22 the rich man was not open to improve 1 Kings 12:1-19 Rehoboam did not receive wise counsel 2 Corinthians 7:8-11 the Corinthians received reproof and correction and changed.  Right sorrow can cause transformation and change. Two kinds of sorrow – (1) Godly sorrow causes godly change and (2) Worldly sorrow causes guilt, isolation, condemnation and usually escapism. Biblical education and godly community are important to develop conscience and character. 1 Corinthians 6:2, 3, 9, 15, 16 Paul taught them during the 18 months he was with them so why the negative lifestyle change? The culture of Corinth continued to exert a strong influence on the believers. Rather than transforming their society, many of the saints were being shaped by it. The values, practices, and attitudes of the surrounding pagan culture had begun to infiltrate the church, producing the very problems that Paul was compelled to confront in his letter. How do we help others to change? Two kinds of shame – toxic and healthy 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 he built them up, did not belittle, tear down, reject; rather he loved them and reminded them of who they really are in Christ. Luke 10:17-24 Jesus is the example Luke 10:38-42 Martha, Martha Hebrews 10:22-25 we need the word and each other If we are open to improve, God will help through His Word and people. Rev. Vince uses the Bible version NASB-95The post Transformation 4: Openness to Improve first appeared on Living Hope.

A message from Pastor Sof (A Study of the Book of Psamls)....Psalms Ch 103 v 18-14, The Heart of the Father! If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.

“All different varieties of atmaramas [those who take pleasure in atma, or spirit self], especially those established on the path of self-realization, though freed from all kinds of material bondage, desire to render unalloyed devotional service unto the Personality of Godhead. This means that the Lord possesses transcendental qualities and therefore can attract everyone, including liberated souls.” (Shrimad Bhagavatam, 1.7.10)

The Rebbe writes that instead of involving ourselves in worldly affairs, we should strengthen our commitment to Torah and mitzvos, and through this, worldly matters will be rectified. He blesses the recipient for a kosher and joyous Pesach celebrated in true freedom. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/007/2065

A Divine Perspective on a Worldly Dilemma

Subscribe at: https://takingthelandpodcast.comWhy do some believers start strong and then completely derail years later?In this powerful sermon from the Waltham Forest Conference, Pastor Joe Campbell preaches a sobering message about the hidden temptations Christians leave “on the table” of their lives.Old relationships. Bitterness. Worldly ambitions. Offenses. Carnal dreams.What you refuse to remove today can become the very thing that destroys you tomorrow.PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION for WORLD EVANGELISM:• NO ADS, Early releases, Full-Length Testimony Tuesdays⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/4owjo5ZUsing stories from his own conversion, the life of Demas, Judas, David, Elisha, and even Adam and Eve, Pastor Campbell calls believers to make radical decisions that protect their future with God.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgments02:06 The Temptation of Choices05:36 Life's Options and Spiritual Choices11:42 The Danger of Leaving Options on the Table24:11 Removing Temptations for a Better Future33:58 The Power of Decision-Making37:49 Closing Thoughts and Call to ActionShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

In a world obsessed with success, achievement, and wealth, God's voice cuts through with a life-changing question: what truly matters in life? Worldly wisdom, strength, and riches are ultimately empty pursuits that cannot satisfy or secure our eternal destiny. God calls us instead to find our greatest joy and purpose in knowing Him personally, understanding His lovingkindness, justice, and righteousness. He challenges us to examine what we're really living for and discover the one relationship that brings true meaning, lasting peace, and eternal hope: know Christ personally.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get your Hosea Scripture Journal now. Listen to our text today, Hosea 5:8-15: Blow the horn in Gibeah, the trumpet in Ramah. Sound the alarm at Beth-aven; we follow you, O Benjamin! Ephraim shall become a desolation in the day of punishment; among the tribes of Israel I make known what is sure. The princes of Judah have become like those who move the landmark; upon them I will pour out my wrath like water. Ephraim is oppressed, crushed in judgment, because he was determined to go after filth. But I am like a moth to Ephraim, and like dry rot to the house of Judah. When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah his wound, then Ephraim went to Assyria, and sent to the great king. But he is not able to cure you or heal your wound. For I will be like a lion to Ephraim, and like a young lion to the house of Judah. I, even I, will tear and go away; I will carry off, and no one shall rescue. I will return again to my place, until they acknowledge their guilt and seek my face, and in their distress earnestly seek me. — Hosea 5:8-15 Because we have a long text today, I want to focus on verse 13. The point being, you cannot fix a spiritual problem with a worldly solution. That's the mistake Israel makes—and it's the same mistake we still make. Israel finally realizes the damage. The nation is sick, and they can't ignore it anymore. So they act. But they don't turn to God. They go to Assyria. The nation that is going to destroy them. They look for power, protection, and a solution they can see and control. They reach for something political, strategic, and immediate. And God says plainly: "[Assyria] is not able to cure you." Why? Because their problem wasn't external. It wasn't about enemies, resources, or positioning. It was about their relationship with God. No worldly solution can repair a spiritual issue. And this attempt shows up in our lives the same way. We chase success to fix insecurity. We look to relationships to fill emptiness. We distract ourselves to avoid conviction. We try to manage behavior instead of surrendering our heart. We keep applying worldly solutions to spiritual problems. And they never work. They may numb it. They may delay the consequence. But they never heal what's actually broken. Because only God can do that. What are you turning to right now that cannot actually fix you? Because until you bring a spiritual problem back to God, it will remain. Stop reaching for what looks strong but cannot save. Turn to God. He's not just a better option. He's the option. DO THIS: Bring one area of your life to God today that you've been trying to fix on your own. Be honest about it and surrender it to Him. ASK THIS: What worldly solution am I relying on instead of God? What deeper issue am I trying to manage instead of surrender? Where do I need God—not just improvement? PRAY THIS: God, forgive me for turning to other things instead of you. Help me trust you to heal what I cannot fix on my own. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"

'The Hidden Dangers of Worldly Pleasures' - Friday Dhamma videos | 12 Jun 2026. To join Ajahn Anan and the Wat Marp Jan Community online for daily chanting and meditation, you may register at https://watmarpjan.org/en/live/ for a unique link. Daily live sessions at 7.15pm - 9pm, Indochina Time (Bangkok, GMT+7).

Carl and Mike are joined by Mike Conti as they discuss the World Cup and where Team USA stacks in comparison to the rest of the world.

In this episode of Crosstalk, hosts Charles and Daniel continue their series on biblical thinking by examining "worldly thinking." They explore its influences, including the allure of worldly glory, gratification, and Satan's role as the "god of this world." The hosts highlight worldly thinking's inadequacies, noting its temporal and selfish motivations that fail to address eternal needs. They also expose its intentions, revealing how the world seduces minds, steals affections, and ultimately seeks to harm souls. The episode encourages Christians to remain vigilant and discerning, setting the stage for a future discussion on cultivating biblical thinking.

This is session 3 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Here, Dr. Yuille discusses "Finding Contentment."   For the video/audio version of this content, see this link https://youtu.be/1usxvJPGqfA 

Class 1 from this series was used in GCT Episode 403.

"You can't pour from an empty cup." It's a phrase that floods social media feeds and self-care conversations — and on the surface, it sounds reasonable. But in this episode, Emily Rose Massey gently but boldly challenges the ideology beneath it. Because if we wait until our cup is perfectly full before we give to others, we may wait forever — and miss the profound, counter-cultural beauty of a life lived in total dependence on God's grace. The Christian life, as modeled by Jesus Himself, is not one of self-preservation first. It is one of sacrifice, selflessness, and humility. Philippians 2:3-4 calls us to regard others as more important than ourselves — not from a place of overflow, but from a place of surrender. Jesus didn't wait until conditions were ideal. He stepped down from a heavenly throne, emptied Himself, took the form of a servant, and gave everything. Emily invites us to ask a searching question: what do we reach for when we feel like we're running on empty? The world offers endless distractions and temporary fixes — but God may be inviting us to something better. When we come to the end of our own strength, His strength can finally shine through. And an empty cup, offered to God in humility, may be exactly what He uses to fill others and conform us into the image of Christ. Today's Bible Verse "Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others." — Philippians 2:3-4, NASB Ponder Today The Christian life is one of sacrifice, not self-preservation. Jesus is our model — and He did not wait until He was "full" before giving. He emptied Himself completely, and in doing so, showed us the way of true humility. Weakness is not a barrier to serving others — it is an invitation to depend on God. When we reach the end of our own strength, His strength has room to shine. Our limitations are not obstacles to His work; they are the very conditions He works through (2 Corinthians 12:9). What you reach for when you're running on empty reveals what you truly trust. Worldly distractions and temporary fixes will never truly fill you. God wants to be your first stop, not your last resort. Vulnerability with others is an act of love, not weakness. Isolating ourselves when we're struggling robs the Body of Christ of the opportunity to serve us — and us of the opportunity to experience God's grace through community. God gives grace to the humble. When we stop striving to fill our own cup and bow before Him in our emptiness, He meets us there — with the grace, strength, and renewal we could never manufacture on our own (James 4:6). A Prayer for You Today Heavenly Father, there are so many days when I feel drained and weak — but I'm learning that is exactly where You want me, so I can fully rely on Your strength and not my own. You don't call me to grit my teeth and bear it. You call me to live by the power of Your Spirit, who empowers me to walk in obedience and humility. Thank You for showing me what great sacrifice looks like. Christ laid down His life for me — may I live to lay down my life for Him by serving others and preferring others above myself. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer shifted your perspective from self-reliance to surrender, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to help you live a life of humble, Spirit-empowered faith every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The peace Jesus offers is unlike anything the world can give. Circumstances change. Success fades. Storms come. But Christ's peace remains steady through it all. In today's blessing, receive the other-worldly peace of Jesus—the kind that is not dependent on what is happening around you, but flows from His presence within you.

A Special message from Pastor in Training Joseph Harris. This is his second time to to bring the message. Today is Jeremiah 1:4-9 with the title : GOD Can Use Anybody, Why Not You? If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.

This is session 2 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Here, Dr. Yuille discusses "Biblical Meditation."   For the video/audio version of this content, see this link https://youtu.be/e8YcU22fGPw 

People are mentally conditioned when it comes to most things, but this episode is about the bills people create and their mindsets to spend, which has lead to major debt for many people. A changed mindset changes your life! Please pray for and get financial wisdom! People are conditioned to spend without knowing it keeps the rich richer! You can change that mindset, but you can't if you allow yourself to continue to be gripped by the jaws of greed and consumption!You can listen to this Podcast on Amazon, Spotify, etc.! You can buy my book on Amazon, Lulu, etc. "People Lie Signs and Red Flags Don't" by Cherry GatesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.

* You can get the sermon note sheet at: https://family-bible-church.org/2026Messages/26May31.pdf * We are entering into the second half of our study of the book of Ecclesiastes. Over the past two weeks, we have considered the importance of Remembering Our Creator in Our Labor and in Our Season of Life. In each of those studies, we saw the importance of redeeming time and the importance of our consideration of others. * Today, we turn to that Consideration as our focus ... Remembering Your Creator in Your Consideration of Others. * As we considered the topic of Remembering Your Creator in Your Pursuit of Wisdom, we saw that there are actually two "wisdoms" - "Worldly Wisdom" and "Heavenly Wisdom." One of the primary distinguishing factors between these two wisdoms is who is targeted beneficiary of our actions. "Worldly wisdom" is self-focused because we are truly our own god. "Heavenly wisdom" focuses upon God and others as it seeks to be aligned with the greatest commands: to Love God and to Love Your Neighbor. * Paul encouraged believers to have the "mind of Christ" which would be revealed in how we treat, or consider, others. Philippians 2:1-5 states, "Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus." * Today, we will examine how this mindset is the antithesis of that of those who have a worldly mindset. * This message was presented by Bob Corbin on May 31, 2026 at Family Bible Church in Martinez, Georgia.

This is session 1 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Dr. Yuille answers the question: "Who are the Puritans?"

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyConnected: Where Life and Relationships Begin is a 7-week journey designed to help you experience the life God created you for—rooted in Him and lived out in authentic relationships. This series will challenge and encourage you to stay connected daily and live with purposeTo Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/In this message, Pastor Rick Long discusses the biblical principles of healthy love and relationships, drawing from the Book of Ruth to illustrate how God orchestrates connections for those who put Him first (8:05, 15:55).Core Principles for Healthy Relationships:Put God at the Center (21:35): Rather than seeking a partner to complete you—a notion the pastor identifies as a cultural lie—individuals should first prioritize their relationship with God, as only He can fulfill that role (29:38, 30:01).Pursue Commitment Over Chemistry (31:28): While attraction is real, long-term healthy love is built on character, loyalty, and dedication to God's plan, not just physical chemistry (33:14, 35:13).Honor Boundaries (39:18): Boundaries are presented as tools to protect love and integrity rather than restrictions. The pastor encourages maintaining purity and avoiding sexual compromise before marriage (40:03, 44:41).Invite Wise Counsel (49:43): Relying on godly, experienced voices is essential for avoiding isolation and navigating life's challenges. The pastor emphasizes the value of community and resources like Celebrate Recovery (50:13, 51:28).Trust God Beyond Your Control (52:39): Regardless of circumstances, trusting in God's sovereignty allows for peace and eventual restoration, as seen in the lineage of Ruth and Boaz (53:19).The Ultimate Example:Pastor Long concludes that the story of Ruth and Boaz points to the greater love story of Jesus Christ, the ultimate Kinsman-Redeemer, who died to buy humanity back from sin (56:00).Additional Notes:The message opens with a celebration of the Forge Christian High School girls' soccer team state championship win and highlights the church's ongoing community and educational initiatives (0:51, 1:01:17).0:00 Welcome to Grace Church0:41 Introduction to the Connect Series0:51 Celebrating Forge Christian High School Girls Soccer State Title8:05 Healthy Love Starts Here12:35 Worldly views vs. God's view of relationships15:55 The Book of Ruth: A model for love21:35 Principle 1: Put God at the center31:28 Principle 2: Pursue commitment over chemistry39:18 Principle 3: Honor boundaries49:43 Principle 4: Invite wise counsel52:39 Principle 5: Trust God beyond your control56:00 The ultimate Kinsman-Redeemer: Jesus57:30 Invitation to trust in Jesus1:01:17 Final announcements and closing worship

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True Wisdom | Baccalaureate Service Brandon Rodriguez Today we're diving into the wisdom that comes directly from God Almighty. As you step into new seasons of life, you'll hear plenty of voices offering advice, but I want to point you to the best counsel available, the wisdom of our holy God. In Proverbs, King Solomon, the wisest man to ever live, teaches us three essential principles for navigating life with true wisdom. First, we must trust in the Lord with all our hearts, not leaning on our own limited understanding. This means submitting completely to His ways, even when we can't see the full picture ahead. Second, we must acknowledge Him in all our ways, developing a genuine relationship with God and seeking His direction in every area of our lives, from our relationships to our careers to our deepest ambitions. Third, we must fear the Lord, placing Him at the very center of everything we do, recognizing His holiness and authority above all else.Now here's what the world won't tell you: Worldly wisdom focuses on success, comfort, and self-fulfillment, but it can't satisfy the deepest needs of our souls. Godly wisdom, on the other hand, seeks to glorify God and align us with His perfect plan. Throughout Scripture we see examples of people who trusted God without understanding the full plan, from Abraham leaving everything for an unknown land to Joseph persevering through betrayal and imprisonment to Mary saying yes to bearing the Messiah itself. But the most important truth is that Jesus Christ lived out this perfect wisdom completely. He trusted God fully, feared the Lord completely, and willingly went to the cross to save us. If you haven't yet surrendered your life to Jesus, I urge you to do that today, because true wisdom begins and ends with knowing Him as your Savior and Lord.

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A message from Pastor Sof (A Study of the Gospel of II Chronicles).... II Chronicles Ch 9 v 1-12, The Queen is Here! If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.

A message from Pastor Sof (A Study of the Gospel of II Chronicles).... II Chronicles Ch 9 v 1-12, The Queen is Here! If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at calvarylubbock@hotmail.com, or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.

Colossians 3:1-4 (ESV)Andrew and Edwin discuss how setting our minds on things above changes our approach to self-control and self-denial.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25579The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

In this video, I show you three encounters that are a combination of psychology, perception, and something much harder to explain. A couple experiences the same terrifying night, but walks away with completely different realities.A driver witnesses a n orb hovering over a highway… and later loses hours of their life with no explanation. And a teenager steps onto his balcony for dinner… only to lose 18 hours that, somehow, still happened without him. I kept coming back to one thing while putting this together: none of these people agree on what they experienced, even when they were in the exact same moment. And that might be the most unsettling part.Are these neurological events?Sleep paralysis?Memory errors?Or something that doesn't fully fit into any of those categories?Chapters:00:00 - Story 1 Secret Visions10:20 - Story 2 The Orb17:17 - Story 3 Did He Teleport?If you've ever had an experience you couldn't fully explain, you'll probably find something in this video that feels relatable. Let me know what you think actually happened in each case. I read all the comments.If you're a fan of scary stories, please Like this video and Subscribe to the channel. I post 2 times a week, bringing you the most unsettling true stories from around the globe, in ways you've never heard them before. Turn on notifications so you never miss an upload.Support the Channel:Merch: https://darek-weber-shop.fourthwall.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darekscary/Music by: ​⁠⁠ @repulsive1908 ⁠ Edited by: SaadiContributors: Paul from Ohiou/Human-Cap4408u/theluckiest-1#TrueStories #Unexplained #SleepParalysis #MissingTime #Paranormal #Mystery

Sermon Passage: 2 Corinthians 7:2-16

Pastor Kirk Hall continues the sermon series entitled, "The Pastoral Epistles: Biblical Ministers & Biblical Ministry." Today's message is entitled "How to Handle Worldly Riches Biblically" — focusing on 1 Timothy 6:17-19.

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The British Empire covered much of the world during the 19th century–and each time someone moved through it, they left a paper trail in their wake. Julia Stephens, the author of Worldly Afterlives: Tracing Family Trails Between India and Empire (Princeton UP, 2025), uses that archive of documents to try to piece together the stories of Indian migrants that traveled the empire throughout their lives–and, in some cases, after their lives were over. Julia joins us today to talk about her book and her attempt to find a different approach to studying these histories: Figures like Kuala Lumpur magnate Thamboosamy Pillai, Zanzibar–Bombay matriarch Jambai, and the elusive sailor John Muhammad. Julia Stephens is associate professor of history at Rutgers University. She is also the author of Governing Islam: Law, Empire, and Secularism in South Asia (Cambridge University Press: 2018) You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books. You can read its review of Worldly Afterlives here. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at @nickrigordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The British Empire covered much of the world during the 19th century–and each time someone moved through it, they left a paper trail in their wake. Julia Stephens, the author of Worldly Afterlives: Tracing Family Trails Between India and Empire (Princeton UP, 2025), uses that archive of documents to try to piece together the stories of Indian migrants that traveled the empire throughout their lives–and, in some cases, after their lives were over. Julia joins us today to talk about her book and her attempt to find a different approach to studying these histories: Figures like Kuala Lumpur magnate Thamboosamy Pillai, Zanzibar–Bombay matriarch Jambai, and the elusive sailor John Muhammad. Julia Stephens is associate professor of history at Rutgers University. She is also the author of Governing Islam: Law, Empire, and Secularism in South Asia (Cambridge University Press: 2018) You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books. You can read its review of Worldly Afterlives here. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at @nickrigordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

The British Empire covered much of the world during the 19th century–and each time someone moved through it, they left a paper trail in their wake. Julia Stephens, the author of Worldly Afterlives: Tracing Family Trails Between India and Empire (Princeton UP, 2025), uses that archive of documents to try to piece together the stories of Indian migrants that traveled the empire throughout their lives–and, in some cases, after their lives were over. Julia joins us today to talk about her book and her attempt to find a different approach to studying these histories: Figures like Kuala Lumpur magnate Thamboosamy Pillai, Zanzibar–Bombay matriarch Jambai, and the elusive sailor John Muhammad. Julia Stephens is associate professor of history at Rutgers University. She is also the author of Governing Islam: Law, Empire, and Secularism in South Asia (Cambridge University Press: 2018) You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books. You can read its review of Worldly Afterlives here. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at @nickrigordon.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to explain the important impact of community for men, women, married couples and priests. Today's hosts share insights on St. Hilary of Arles and St. Hilary of Poitiers and discuss many topics, such as: living well in dark times, resisting worldly comforts, creating fellowship rooted in faith, and growing in nobility.

This Dhamma talk was offered on May 1, 2026 at Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery.

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Episode Summary Your financial future is not just about money—it's about mindset. In this transformational teaching, you'll learn how a scarcity mindset rooted in fear, lack, and limitation can sabotage your success, while a Kingdom mindset rooted in biblical business principles unlocks abundance, stewardship, and prosperity. This is essential for every Kingdom entrepreneur ready to renew their mind and build wealth God's way. Key Moments 00:00 – Introduction to money mindset00:45 – Defining scarcity vs abundance thinking01:30 – How beliefs shape financial behavior02:00 – Worldly mindset explained (fear, lack, insecurity)03:30 – Signs of scarcity: hoarding, comparison, entitlement05:00 – The danger of “I deserve it” and YOLO thinking06:30 – Kingdom mindset framework07:30 – Stewardship, investing, and contentment08:30 – Generosity and debt-free living09:30 – Trusting God as your provider10:30 – Renewing your mind for financial transformation Get the book: Destined to Prosper: https://www.chontahaynes.com/offers/6shmrWjS Connect with Dr. Chonta Haynes Book a call https://chontahaynes.com/destiny YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ChontaHaynes Instagram: https://Instagram.com/ctahaynes LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/chonta-haynes Support the Mission Heart 2 Heart Truth Foundation Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=UZG5B9KX59U4S

Hey friends, this is the first episode of The Road Home in a bit. Please remember to check out and sign up for the upcoming Windhorse (Confidence) meditation workshop on Saturday May 2nd (1-5pm ET) via A Mindful World. It should be a great mini-retreat with a helpful practice that anyone can use, anytime, anywhere to be brave and show up to all those difficult moments in life. This week, in a solo talk, Ethan revisits the theme of The Eight Worldly Winds from his last book Confidence (you can always have Ethan send you a signed copy of Confidence or his other books). He specifically hones in on the valid experience of longing for success and fearing failure, and how the practice of confidence involves the willingness to fail repeatedly. Did you know, by the way, that even the great tennis players of all time only win (very) slightly over half the total points they ever play? Embrace your longing before you listen. The Road Home is available here now, or wherever you get your "pods," Apple, Ethan's Website, etc after 3pm ET on Tues, April 21). Last year, with your subscriptions, we were able to release more episodes than any previous year. This was only possible with your subscriptions. Please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber here. Paid subscribers to The Road Home will receive occasional extras like guided meditations, extra podcast episodes and more! The Thursday Meditation Group happens each week at 8am ET on Thursdays, and guided audio meditations are released monthly. Another bonus podcast for paid subscribers discussed the obstacle of resistance to meditation practice, and Ethan also offered instruction in the RAIN method for working with emotions with self-compassion. These are all available to paid subscribers. You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, etc). You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, etc). If you're looking for a great in-person retreat, check out our annual Fall retreat at the Garrison Institute Sep 30 - Oct 5. More cool resources: Check out our sponsor platform, A Mindful World! A new free video course from Ethan on Metta (lovingkindness) meditation is now available at this link. Sign up for Ethan's May 2nd Windhorse Meditation workshop at this link.

John 17:14–23,14 I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 15 I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one. 16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 17 Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth. 18 As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world. 19 And for their sake I consecrate myself, that they also may be sanctified in truth. 20 “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 The glory that you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and you in me, that they may become perfectly one, so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me.Last week, I said that John 17 is one of the most amazing chapters in all the Bible (because the whole thing is a prayer that Jesus prays for us). And I just wanna start this week by saying that I'm in no hurry to be done with it. We're gonna eventually get to Chapter 18, but for the next two weeks we're gonna stay in Chapter 17, and today I want us to pay special attention to how Jesus talks about us — There is so much in this prayer that we learn about Jesus and about his relationship to the Father, and it's as deep as it gets! It's glorious! But also, as we're listening in on this prayer, we hear Jesus say some important things about us as his people. And he doesn't just say random facts, but they're more like defining realities of who we are as the church — and they're defining realities that Jesus gives us in direct connection to himself. We can see that grammatically each time Jesus uses the word “as” or “just as.” He says three different times about us: “They are this, JUST AS I am this.” Or “AS this is true of me, this is true of them.”He names three defining realities this way, and I'll go ahead and tell you what they are. He says:We are separated. We are sent.We are one. We're gonna look at each of these. Let's start with the first.1. We are separated (verses 14–17).Look again at verse 14:I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 15 I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one. 16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.We all just heard that. It's straightforward. Jesus says: “They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.” And he says it twice, in verses 14 and 16! Which means there's an emphasis.If Jesus is our teacher (and he is), and if this prayer is meant to teach us (and it is), then Jesus wants us know about our relationship to the world: We are not of it.Every Christian must agree with that in principle, because Jesus says it. In basic terms, we as Christians, the church, we have a negative relationship to the world. This same idea is repeated all throughout the New Testament — Pauls says in Romans 12:1, “Do not be conformed to this world…” James says in James 4:4, “Friendship with world is enmity with God…” John says in 1 John 2:15, “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.”What Is the ‘World'?These are strong statements, and clear statements — we just have to make sure we understand the meaning of “world.” When Jesus says “world,” what's he talking about?The best way to think about the meaning of “world” is to think of it as the realm of human values, ideas, and effort that, because of sin, is in active rebellion against God.The biblical image for the world is Babylon. Or it's what Augustine calls simply the City of Man. Or another way we sometimes talk about the idea of the world is with the word “culture.”In fact, back in 1951, theologian Richard Niebuhr wrote a famous book called Christ and Culture — in it he described different approaches the church has historically taken toward culture. But when he defined culture, he defined it as “what the New Testament writers frequently had in mind when they spoke of ‘the world'…”In the New Testament, the world is not the earth; it's not a globe; it's not a bunch of individual people — but it's a realm. It's a realm of values, ideas, and effort.And it's a realm that Christians are NOT OF — Jesus tells us. But why are we not of the world?Called Out and Set ApartWe're not of the world because, as we saw last week in verse 6, the Father has called us out of the world and he has given us to the Son, who is not of this world. So we now belong to Jesus who is not of this world. That's how God has separated us from the world.We belong to Jesus and Jesus has given us his word. And that is what makes us different! It's verse 17:“Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.” We are set apart by the truth: we have the gospel! We have the true revelation of God! We have eternal life! The world does not have this, and in fact, it's because we have it that the world hates us. That's verse 14.And Jesus has already told us this. In Chapter 15, verse 18, he says:“If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.”Look, I don't know how Jesus could be more clear. Christian, you are not of the world … because God has separated you from the world … and the world hates you. That is what's going on outside here with these people who line up on Sundays. These people are against you; they do not seek your good; they do not want us here. They're full of hate. And we're gonna be okay. Because they're just proving what Jesus has already taught us. If we're paying attention to the New Testament, we should not be surprised by this. The world hates us. Jesus says that. And yet, I'm a little concerned that when we hear this kind of message we can instantly write it off and give it a name like Fundamentalism. We can think: Just relax. You're overdoing it.But how dare we think such a thing when our Savior is so clear. Jesus tells us we have a negative relationship to the world in that we are not of the world and the world hates us. We must listen to him. Understand what Jesus is telling us about who we are, and he starts by saying we are separated from the world. We start here. But then … a second defining reality:2. We are sent (verse 18).This is verse 18:“As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world.”Jesus already said in verse 15 that although we are not of the world, he is not asking the Father to take us out of the world. We're still in this realm, because Jesus wants that for now. And in verse 18 Jesus says more. He says: We're not just here, but he has sent us here. So get this: If you are a Christian in this world, you're here because Jesus has sent you here. You're not of the world, but you've been sent into the world.This is the phrase: Not of, but sent into.Life-Changing RephraseFor me, personally, that phrase has changed my life. I mean that. True story… Before I proposed to Melissa, we were in North Carolina, and I told her we were gonna move to Minneapolis for two years. It was gonna be two years for a pastoral training program, and then seminary somewhere else, and then wherever God calls us. That was eighteen years ago.And under God, one of the big reasons we sensed him calling us here was David and Megan Mathis. Years ago I worked with David at Desiring God, and we did some writing together, and I remember one day David had this idea for a blog series (y'all remember blogs?).This was gonna be a blog series on the church's mission, and David's first article to launch the series was titled “Getting the Accent Right: ‘Not Of, But Sent Into.'” Have any of y'all ever heard the saying that Christians are “in the world, but not of the world” — in, but not of.Well, David thought it was inaccurate with what Jesus says in John 17. So he had this idea: he said let's change the phrase! Let's reinvent this popular saying! (David was just 30 back then). He said: instead of saying in, but not of, let's change it to say not of, but sent into — “not of the world, but sent into the world.” That's the new way to say it! We were gonna change the Evangelical church in America!I don't know if y'all have ever read David's article or heard his rephrase, but since that day I have never thought of John 17:18 any other way.We are not of, but sent into. That's what Jesus says! That's why I'm here. That's why we're here. Jesus has sent us into this world — and sent us how? Sent us with what?Sent with What?Well, Jesus says he has sent us just as the Father has sent him. There is a sameness in our sending. Now we shouldn't misunderstand the sameness: the Son does what only the Son can do! Only the Son can truly save! But the sameness is seen in our message. Jesus came here to reveal God and redeem people to God. That was his mission, and he now sends us here as part of that mission, to tell of what he did. The Father sent Jesus here to accomplish the gospel. Jesus now sends us here to tell that gospel. Not of the world, but sent into the world with the gospel.That's who we are, church! We are sent — and sent for this purpose. It is the gospel that makes us unique and different from everything else in the world. There are lots of other good things a local church might do in a city, but Jesus sets us apart by the gospel. That's what he says in verse 19. We have been “sanctified in truth” — another word for sanctified is consecrated. Jesus has consecrated us for the mission of offering life and light to a dead and dark world by pointing to him. He has sent us here to witness to the surprising love of God — that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. This is the message we carry in our commission to Go and make disciples.We Must Be About the GospelPlease understand: this is not optional. Churches don't get to choose whether they're involved in this mission or not. To be a church is to have this mission — to be not of, but sent into the world with the gospel.The stakes could not be higher.If you know our church, you know that we're not a ‘political church' (in terms of what most people mean by that). But instead, we're all about the gospel. And listen: we must be that. Because here's the thing: if a church is withdrawn from politics and culture wars because they're all about the gospel, but then they don't really go share the gospel, they might as well just be Amish. … I meant that. Because Amish (or Mennonite communities and others like them) are built on a theological approach to the world that is extreme separation. This approach understands the “not of” part in John 17; they're missing the “sent into” part. But see, we understand the sent into part. We just need to keep being clear on why we're sent into the world.It's not mainly so that we get to dress the way we do … or cheer on our favorite sports team or drive our vehicles or watch our shows or use our phones … if those are the only reasons we're not like the Amish, we're doing it wrong. Jesus sent us into the world with the gospel! We are here to make him known to everyone who is willing to listen! That is why we are sent. We are separated from the world, yes — and we are sent into the world with the gospel. This a defining reality of who we are.Now, the third defining reality Jesus gives us …3. We are one (verses 19–23).And I want you to hear this again in verses 20–23:I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me.22 The glory that you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and you in me, that they may become perfectly one, so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me.It's easy to pick up a theme in these verses. The idea of oneness is mentioned four times. And the word we use for this is unity — which is really important. We need to think carefully about it. Two things to consider: What kind of unity is Jesus talking about? What is the unity for?What Kind of Unity?One thing that the 21st century has in common with the First Century is that our societies both have its own concept of unity. Remember that Jesus is speaking all of this in a Greco-Roman world, and they valued unity. It was a value then kinda like it is today. And you know what I mean. “Unity” is a buzz word. It's the kind of word that the NFL might put on their helmets, or make all the coaches to wear a shirt that says “Unity.” We've seen this before. And at first glance, we might think: Well this is great! Jesus obviously values unity, and our world values unity, so see the world can't be that bad. The world has a biblical value.And that is possible! Over time, Christian values can (and should) influence and transform the values of society (that would be good for society). But just because the same word is used doesn't mean it's the same value — the devil is in the details, literally.And the details of worldly unity is that it's really about coercive ideological uniformity. Worldly unity is a forced sameness of thought that's engineered and held in check by social threats.I remember one time another pastor blamed me as being against broader church unity because I believe what the Bible says about sexuality. He was basically saying I'm against unity because I was unwilling to defy the word of God — but does that mean I'm against unity? … No, I'm against worldly unity.That's not what Jesus is talking about, and he understands it exists. He knows he's in the world. He gets his context. So when Jesus describes unity, he's clear that it's unity from him and to him.The oneness he's talking about is not so much our oneness with each other, but our oneness with him. Our unity is not a Babel-like ground-up operation. It's a heaven-sent miracle experienced in our fellowship with the Trinity. That's the kind of unity Jesus means — “unity controlled by, defined by, and shared by the unity of the Father and the Son” (Klink, 724). And it's unity with a purpose. What Is the Unity For?Jesus tells us this twice, in verse 21 and 23:In verse 21, Jesus asks for the Father to make us one “so that the world may believe that you have sent me.” In verse 23, it's “so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me.”These verses are saying the same thing. The purpose of our unity is so that the world would see it and know Jesus — so that the world would know that God loves his people … and that those of the world can become his people through faith in Jesus. People of the world become not of the world when they trust in Jesus. They're called out of the world, separated by God, and then Jesus sends us into the world with the gospel. And we do it together with him, filled by his Spirit, welcomed into his fellowship. Church, this is who we are. Separated, sent, one. And my prayer is that in these days we would not shrink back from these defining realities, but that we would embrace them anew. That we would not only endure, but that we would advance.His word shall not fail you, he promisedBelieve him and all will be wellThen go to a world that is dyingHis perfect salvation to tell.That's what brings us to the Table.The TableAs we take the bread and the cup, we remember the death of Jesus for us, and we remember who he has made us to be. He has saved us and given us a mission. Grace upon grace.If you're a Christian, if you trust in Jesus Christ, we invite you to eat and drink with us and give him thanks!

Worldly fitness fails—so why do we keep going back to it? Because on the surface, it looks like it should work. More discipline. More effort. More control. But underneath that system… there's pressure, frustration, and a cycle that never truly leads to peace or consistency. In this episode, I walk you through three God-led truths that will help you step out of that cycle and approach your health in a way that actually lasts. In this episode, I'm walking you through three God-led truths that will help you step out of that cycle and approach your health in a way that actually lasts. Why worldly fitness results don't last  The difference between controlling your body and stewarding it How comparison quietly shapes your confidence and identity Why transformation starts in your mind, not your meal plan What it looks like to invite God into your health journey Scripture referenced: Romans 12:1 Romans 12:2 Hebrews 12:2 Ready to learn how to do fitness – God's way? Inside the Fit God's Way 30-Day Transformation, I guide you through a Christ-centered proven path, so you can end the start over every Monday cycle. Get all the details: https://kimdolanleto.com/fit-gods-way-course If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian lifestyle encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on  Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember who you are: called, chosen, set apart—and living God's way. With so much love,  Kim Dolan Leto Listen or Watch Living God's Way Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his-christian-fitness-health-and/id1504962677 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ymer79UOqIbItrwPJErxC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kimdolanletofit All Episodes: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast  Connect with Me Newsletter: https://kimdolanleto.com/get-on-the-list Website: https://kimdolanleto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/kimdolanleto Facebook: https://facebook.com/kimdolanleto YouTube: https://youtube.com/kimdolanletofit  

We are constantly bombarded with advice, opinions, and what the culture calls wisdom. But did you know that there are two kinds of wisdom? And one of them is demonic. In Episode 4 of “Wisdom,” Duane Sheriff reveals the striking contrast between worldly wisdom and God's wisdom.Worldly wisdom is based on pride, selfishness, and what we experience through our five physical senses. Many people, even believers, can unknowingly operate in a wisdom that appears intelligent but is actually earthly, sensual, and influenced by demonic thinking. This kind of wisdom produces pride, envy, strife, confusion, and destructive outcomes. It's the same temptation found in the Garden of Eden, when humanity believed they could determine good and evil apart from God.According to the book of James, Godly wisdom produces righteousness and peace through the fruit of these eight traits: pure, peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruit, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. These characteristics serve as a powerful test for discerning truth in our culture, relationships, and even in the church. Recognizing the difference between these two kinds of wisdom is essential for anyone who wants to live in truth and avoid the confusion dominating our culture.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

A reading for contemplation of the sutta - Dutiyalokadhammasutta - AN 8:6The Dutiyalokadhammasutta (“Second Discourse on the Worldly Conditions”) teaches about the eight worldly winds that constantly affect human life:Translation: Amalgam of Translations from Bhikkus Bodhi, Thanissaro and Sujato - compiled by Ayya Jitindriya________________________________