Podcasts about Worship

There is a solidarity among all of God's creatures because all are oriented to give glory to God. We learn that God created the world in six days and rested on the seventh day, sanctifying it and blessing it. Fr. Mike tells us that all creatures were made with a view to the Sabbath, created for the worship and adoration of God. We are all called to the sacred task of worshiping God and nothing else should take precedence over it. We end with an “In Brief” review of all we have learned in recent sessions about the physical world, the spiritual world, angels, and creation. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 344-354. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

We talk worship with pastors Aaron De Boer and Dr. Sean Morris with special attention to liturgy and practicalities that promote reverence and awe with Westminster's Directory for Worship as our guide.  Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNxWFYs8QZk A portion of the text: Of the Assembling of the Congregation, and their Behaviour in the Publick Worship of God WHEN the congregation is to meet for publick worship, the people (having before prepared their hearts thereunto) ought all to come and join therein; not absenting themselves from the publick ordinance through negligence, or upon pretence of private meetings. Let all enter the assembly, not irreverently, but in a grave and seemly manner, taking their seats or places without adoration, or bowing themselves towards one place or other. The congregation being assembled, the minister, after solemn calling on them to the worshipping of the great name of God, is to begin with prayer. "In all reverence and humility acknowledging the incomprehensible greatness and majesty of the Lord, (in whose presence they do then in a special manner appear,) and their own vileness and unworthiness to approach so near him, with their utter inability of themselves to so great a work; and humbly beseeching him for pardon, assistance, and acceptance, in the whole service then to be performed; and for a blessing on that particular portion of his word then to be read: And all in the name and mediation of the Lord Jesus Christ." The publick worship being begun, the people are wholly to attend upon it, forbearing to read any thing, except what the minister is then reading or citing; and abstaining much more from all private whisperings, conferences, salutations, or doing reverence to any person present, or coming in; as also from all gazing, sleeping, and other indecent behaviour, which may disturb the minister or people, or hinder themselves or others in the service of God. If any, through necessity, be hindered from being present at the beginning, they ought not, when they come into the congregation, to betake themselves to their private devotions, but reverently to compose themselves to join with the assembly in that ordinance of God which is then in hand.

This is the Wednesday Lenten evening liturgy for the Compline podcast from the Center for Worship and the Arts at Samford University. For more about the Center for Worship and the Arts, as well as the resources we provide, visit us at https://www.samford.edu/worship-arts/. CREDITS:© 2021 Center for Worship and the Arts, Samford University.Engineered and produced by Wen Reagan for the Center for Worship and the Arts at Samford University.SPOKEN WORD:Wen Reagan, Stacy Love, Tracy Hanrahan, Meagan Kennedy, Pierce Moffett, Eden Walker.MUSIC:“Compline #8 - Lent” by Wen Reagan, © 2020 Sursum Corda Music (BMI).“Compline #9 - Desert” by Wen Reagan, © 2020 Sursum Corda Music (BMI).“Ash Wednesday's Early Morn” by Nelson Koscheski (BMI), Ryan Flanigan (BMI); © 2018 Common Hymnal Digital (BMI), Ryan Flanigan Music (BMI) (admin by Capitol CMG Publishing). CCLI #7123490.TEXTS:The liturgical words for this podcast series include original phrasings, but were primarily curated and designed from several public domain sources, including “An Order for Compline” from the Anglican and Episcopal Book of Common Prayer and collects collected from Grace Cathedral and the University of Notre Dame. SOUNDS:The following sound effects were used in this podcast series and are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA."Door, Front, Opening, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org."Door, Front, Closing, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org.“06 – Crackling Candle.wav” by 14GPanskaLetko_Dominik of Freesound.org.“Lights a Candle Light with a Match” by straget of Freesound.org.The following sound effects were used in this podcast series and are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA.“Soft Shoes Walking on a Dirt Road” by Nagwense of Freesound.org.“Match Being Lit.wav” by...

Living life as though your cup is brimming over isn't a matter of circumstance. It's a matter of choice. Psalm 23:5 says, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup overflows.”God promises bountiful blessings when we follow Him, but what about when times are tough? Nowhere does the Bible suggest we should wallow in misery when things don't go our way. Instead, we should slow down enough to count and savor every blessing, even when goodness is harder to find.Kristi Nelson, executive director of gratefulness.org, says this about gratitude, “I think gratefulness is about understanding that in each and every moment that we notice we are alive, we are succeeding in creating a life that hovers vividly at the brim. Because, in the end, it is all about the glass, not what is in it.” Let's pray. Lord, thank you for the blessings that you pour out on us. Not because we've earned your favor, but because you love us sacrificially. Give us an attitude of gratitude beyond our circumstances. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

Watch On YouTubeWelcome to a new episode of The Worship Key Podcast featuring Spencer Ratkovich. Spencer takes us inside his worship keys rig at Christ Church of the Valley in Phoenix and breaks down how he builds consistent sounds across multiple campuses. He shares his full keyboard setup, how he uses software to stay dialed in week after week, his audio interface and computer workflow, and a walkthrough of his favorite patches and go-to sounds. If you are a church musician or worship keys player looking to level up your setup and create inspiring, flexible sounds for worship, this episode is for you.Spencer RatkovishSupport the showThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

※ 如果你渴望建立每天穩定靈修的生活，加入禱告的大軍，邀請你加入【晨禱祭壇 Line 社群】▶http://line.ldtmission.org → 我們每天會即時在 Line 發送晨禱直播影片，以及每天靈修的分享，可以跟其他夥伴彼此代禱有更多的連結。 ※ 今日晨禱 ※ 【焦點經文】耶穌連忙對他們說：「你們放心，是我，不要怕！」…耶穌說：「你來吧。」彼得就從船上下去，在水面上走，要到耶穌那裡去；只因見風甚大，就害怕，將要沉下去，便喊著說：「主啊，救我！」(太 14:27,29-30) 【今日經文】馬太福音 14:22-36 ▶https://reurl.cc/rKMGXy 【演奏歌曲】願祢降臨 - 鋼琴獨奏 by J-vi 【敬拜歌曲】安靜 - 約書亞 → Worship & Prayer Leader：楊哲豪 Rogery Yang ※ 最新文章 ※ 【02.17 禱告日記】《五餅二魚交給主得豐盛有餘供應》▶https://reurl.cc/OR9gxv 【02.16 禱告日記】《為神真理受迫害尋求投靠主耶穌》▶https://reurl.cc/qKQXE3 【02.15 禱告日記】《遇見天國的寶貝變賣一切去得著》▶https://reurl.cc/vKVKWA 【2026.01 代禱信】《帶領守望者進入群體守望新階段》▶https://reurl.cc/4b9m7X ※ 最新影片 ※ 【1 月影音代禱信】▶https://youtu.be/-4RsTd8yQzY ※ 晨禱邀請 ※ 【訂閱頻道，每天禱告】▶http://sub.ldtmission.org → 邀請你免費訂閱晨禱頻道，讓我們每天一同委身築起晨禱祭壇，復興我們生活的每一天。 【為晨禱事工線上奉獻】▶http://give.ldtmission.org → 邀請你用奉獻一同參與晨禱事工，使我們可以持續帶領世界各地的弟兄姐妹建立每天禱告的生活。 【讓我們為你個別代禱】▶http://msg.ldtmission.org →如果你需要有人個別為你私下代禱，邀請你傳私訊到此連結，我們會有同工與你一同禱告。 【Podcast 聽晨禱祭壇】▶http://podcast.ldtmission.org →你也可以在各平台上的 Podcast 收聽晨禱祭壇。 ※ 關於我們 ※ 【LDT 官方網站】▶http://ldtmission.org 【LDT 粉絲專頁】▶http://fb.ldtmission.org 【Rogery 的禱告日記】▶http://qt.ldtmission.org ※ 經文範圍 ※ 晨禱祭壇每天所使用的經文範圍是跟《活潑的生命》的靈修經文範圍一樣。邀請大家可以在晨禱結束後，有一段經文默想禱告的時間，寫下你的靈修筆記，操練聆聽神的聲音。如果弟兄姊妹有需要的話，可以訂購《活潑的生命》QT月刊：（台灣）02-2931-9066 / www.duranno.tw 《一個火熱愛耶穌、用生命影響生命的門徒社群》 #晨禱 #敬拜 #禱告 #靈修 #安靜 #約書亞 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

What if worship sounds different when lives are at stake? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper uses Psalm 57:9 to show why urgency rightly reshapes expression.

What if generosity is not a moment, but something cultivated over time? This week, we explore what it means to grow a heart that is ready, steady enough to give consistently and free enough to respond instantly. Beneath the surface, something is always being formed in us. The question is not if you will sow, but what has been cultivated when the moment comes.

This is the Tuesday Lenten evening liturgy for the Compline podcast from the Center for Worship and the Arts at Samford University. For more about the Center for Worship and the Arts, as well as the resources we provide, visit us at https://www.samford.edu/worship-arts/. CREDITS:© 2021 Center for Worship and the Arts, Samford University.Engineered and produced by Wen Reagan for the Center for Worship and the Arts at Samford University.SPOKEN WORD:Wen Reagan, Stacy Love, Tracy Hanrahan, Meagan Kennedy, Pierce Moffett, Eden Walker.MUSIC:“Compline #8 - Lent” by Wen Reagan, © 2020 Sursum Corda Music (BMI).“Compline #9 - Desert” by Wen Reagan, © 2020 Sursum Corda Music (BMI).“Ash Wednesday's Early Morn” by Nelson Koscheski (BMI), Ryan Flanigan (BMI); © 2018 Common Hymnal Digital (BMI), Ryan Flanigan Music (BMI) (admin by Capitol CMG Publishing). CCLI #7123490.TEXTS:The liturgical words for this podcast series include original phrasings, but were primarily curated and designed from several public domain sources, including “An Order for Compline” from the Anglican and Episcopal Book of Common Prayer and collects collected from Grace Cathedral and the University of Notre Dame. SOUNDS:The following sound effects were used in this podcast series and are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA."Door, Front, Opening, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org."Door, Front, Closing, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org.“06 – Crackling Candle.wav” by 14GPanskaLetko_Dominik of Freesound.org.“Lights a Candle Light with a Match” by straget of Freesound.org.The following sound effects were used in this podcast series and are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA.“Soft Shoes Walking on a Dirt Road” by Nagwense of Freesound.org.“Match Being Lit.wav” by...

Today, we're talking about grit and determination, which go a long way in helping find success in life. And they're contagious.Winston Churchill was almost 70 when his country needed him most, when he stared down Hitler's war machine. The British Prime Minister's signature line was, “We shall fight on the beaches,” but the essence of his message came with these words, “We shall go on to the end.” Luke 18:1 says, “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” And it is a partnership because God keeps His word. Philippians 1:6, “He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”There's a great practical application in scripture. These old words that are always new were not meant to be just some nice thing to say. God does what He says he will do. If you feel like you have no way out of your troubles today, tell God that. Remember the scriptural promises and remind yourself that countless people have done the same and come out okay on the other side. Don't give up, and see what the Lord will do. Let's pray. Lord, we give you our fear and our uncertainty. We can't cope with the situation we're in alone, but we trust you to give us strength not to quit. We believe for the victory over these circumstances, and God, we find rest in your mercies. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Pastor Andy and Pastor Eric talk about how people understand the role of elders in the church. They reflect on the weight elders carry, the stress and anxiety that can come with shepherding a congregation, and the quiet hope that sustains both paid and non-paid elders as they serve. Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS1. CASH APP2. Justgive"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

When you sing to God, it's a comfort for your soul. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

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Shawn, Cullan, Justin and Other Justin discuss the apostles being sent out and how much of it applies to us today.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 15 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

At the opening of Passion Week, Mary anointed Jesus for burial in a sacrificial act of worship, setting Him apart to be offered as the Passover Lamb of God on the Cross (John 12:1-7, Matthew 26:6-13). Explore the profound symbolism of Mary anointing Jesus, the reactions of the disciples, and the contrasting attitudes of true devotion versus self-interest. Discover the spiritual insights and transformative power of understanding Christ's love and sacrifice.

Bible Teaching from Pastor John Mottley at the First Presbyterian Church of South Amboy - "Where Church Feels Like Home" Contact us and Get more information! Website: http://www.fpcsachurch.org/ Email: firstsouthamboy@optimum.net YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@fpcsa Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/FPCSAMBOY   Join us for Worship! Sundays at 10:30am First Presbyterian Church of South Amboy 150 N Broadway, South Amboy NJ 08879

※ 如果你渴望建立每天穩定靈修的生活，加入禱告的大軍，邀請你加入【晨禱祭壇 Line 社群】▶http://line.ldtmission.org → 我們每天會即時在 Line 發送晨禱直播影片，以及每天靈修的分享，可以跟其他夥伴彼此代禱有更多的連結。 ※ 今日晨禱 ※ 【焦點經文】耶穌說：「拿過來給我。」於是吩咐眾人坐在草地上，就拿著這五個餅，兩條魚，望著天祝福，擘開餅，遞給門徒，門徒又遞給眾人。他們都吃，並且吃飽了；把剩下的零碎收拾起來，裝滿了十二個籃子。(太 14:18-20) 【今日經文】馬太福音 14:13-21 ▶https://reurl.cc/vKV2OA 【演奏歌曲】我們歡迎君王降臨 - 鋼琴獨奏 by J-vi 【敬拜歌曲】一粒麥子 - 小羊詩歌 → Worship & Prayer Leader：楊哲豪 Rogery Yang ※ 最新文章 ※ 【02.16 禱告日記】《為神真理受迫害尋求投靠主耶穌》▶https://reurl.cc/qKQXE3 【02.15 禱告日記】《遇見天國的寶貝變賣一切去得著》▶https://reurl.cc/vKVKWA 【02.14 禱告日記】《持守聖潔為主發光防止變形變質》▶https://reurl.cc/OR9Ga7 【2026.01 代禱信】《帶領守望者進入群體守望新階段》▶https://reurl.cc/4b9m7X ※ 最新影片 ※ 【1 月影音代禱信】▶https://youtu.be/-4RsTd8yQzY ※ 晨禱邀請 ※ 【訂閱頻道，每天禱告】▶http://sub.ldtmission.org → 邀請你免費訂閱晨禱頻道，讓我們每天一同委身築起晨禱祭壇，復興我們生活的每一天。 【為晨禱事工線上奉獻】▶http://give.ldtmission.org → 邀請你用奉獻一同參與晨禱事工，使我們可以持續帶領世界各地的弟兄姐妹建立每天禱告的生活。 【讓我們為你個別代禱】▶http://msg.ldtmission.org →如果你需要有人個別為你私下代禱，邀請你傳私訊到此連結，我們會有同工與你一同禱告。 【Podcast 聽晨禱祭壇】▶http://podcast.ldtmission.org →你也可以在各平台上的 Podcast 收聽晨禱祭壇。 ※ 關於我們 ※ 【LDT 官方網站】▶http://ldtmission.org 【LDT 粉絲專頁】▶http://fb.ldtmission.org 【Rogery 的禱告日記】▶http://qt.ldtmission.org ※ 經文範圍 ※ 晨禱祭壇每天所使用的經文範圍是跟《活潑的生命》的靈修經文範圍一樣。邀請大家可以在晨禱結束後，有一段經文默想禱告的時間，寫下你的靈修筆記，操練聆聽神的聲音。如果弟兄姊妹有需要的話，可以訂購《活潑的生命》QT月刊：（台灣）02-2931-9066 / www.duranno.tw 《一個火熱愛耶穌、用生命影響生命的門徒社群》 #晨禱 #敬拜 #禱告 #靈修 #一粒麥子 #小羊詩歌 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Thus far in our series, there has been a lot of talk about Who worship is for (God), and how that is directed (God's Word). We've seen the Word visualized in the sacraments, and declared in the sermon. In other words, we've covered in depth the things that are declared to you. We have to have these as our starting points. We have to know what has been said to us before we can respond. And that is what we are going to talk about today, how do we as a congregation, as worshipers, properly respond to God's Word and work. We will be looking at this in three parts by covering the last three elements of our worship: praying, singing, and giving.  Now, as before, each of these elements themselves are ordered by the Word of God and find their content in the word of God. So how does that work for praying? Does that mean that we are only allowed to follow scripted, word for word prayers from the Bible? While that in itself would be a lot to pray through, that isn't what we are told to do, nor is what we see in the Bible itself. Scriptural figures didn't only pray Psalms, but they lifted up their requests to God. As we see in our text, we are to pray about everything. Yet the Scriptures can guide what those prayers can look like, and in those times where we just don't know what to pray, we have a deep well to draw from in the Bible. 

At the opening of Passion Week, Mary anointed Jesus for burial in a sacrificial act of worship, setting Him apart to be offered as the Passover Lamb of God on the Cross (John 12:1-7, Matthew 26:6-13). Explore the profound symbolism of Mary anointing Jesus, the reactions of the disciples, and the contrasting attitudes of true devotion versus self-interest. Discover the spiritual insights and transformative power of understanding Christ's love and sacrifice.

Your Response Matters James 1:19 — “Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:” Each Sunday morning some of us gather for prayer before the days Worship service begins. In those moments we often ask the Lord for something simple but very powerful: that He would help us see with Spiritual eyesight, hear with Spiritual ears tuned toward Truth, and respond wisely to whatever the day brings. That prayer lines us up with the instruction in James which is to be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to wrath. Intro Music By: Mike Outland

Pastor Al Dagel believes that we can benefit greatly from what the Bible teaches about being cleansed, set apart for the Lord, and justified through the finished work of Christ. 

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 15 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The angels belong to Christ as they were made through him and for him, and he has made them messengers of his saving plan. We learn that angels have been present throughout the history of salvation, and the life of Christ is surrounded by the adoration and service of angels. Fr. Mike explains how in the liturgy, we join the angels in praising God, and all of human life is surrounded by angels' care and protection. He reminds us that all angels and saints have the power to intercede for us before God. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 331-336. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

What does faithful worship look like across differences? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper helps us see how clothing, music, and conversation reflect cultures God is pleased to welcome.

Check out our FREE Team Night Guide: https://getmxu.com/resources/team-night-guide/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=why-serve-podJesus said, “These people honor me with their lips, but their heart is far from me.”That's not a production issue.That's a posture issue.If you lead worship, mix audio, run lights, speak, or serve in any ministry role — this conversation is for you.Let's talk about purity, preparation, Sabbath, and what it actually means to lead from overflow.FREE RESOURCES

Rachael Lampa has a unique story in the history of Christian music - a teen sensation in the early 2000s, a long absence to find her true calling, and a triumphant return to CCM, but not in a way you might think!

In this week's episode, Dennis Jernigan shares the story behind his song,  “You Alone”,  from the recording, Forty Days and Forty Nights - Songs of Contemplation and Intimacy Vol. 2." That mp3 is available at https://dennisjernigan.com/store/product.php?c=24&p=2385    You can join Dennis and the people of All In All Church for live-stream worship on the first Wednesday evening of each month. Just go to https://www.facebook.com/therealdennisjernigan at 7 PM CST. Mark it in your calendar. Worship with All in All Church - First Wednesday of each month. Daily Devotions for Kingdom Seekers, Vol. 3 is available at https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Devotions-Kingdom-Seekers-Vol-ebook/dp/B081K8TZLX Check out my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/DennisJernigan and read through the various tiers of support and discover the myriad of benefits you will receive based on the level of support you choose. If you're willing, go ahead and sign up!

Do you keep choosing projects instead of purpose-aligned partners? Are you “picking a bird” instead of choosing a destiny relationship?Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell takes us on a powerful journey through the foundational principles of partnership—starting not with “who,” but with “who you are.” This message offers a powerful exploration of identity, partnership, and personal responsibility through the lens of the Adam and Eve narrative. Dr. Gabe's teaching challenges modern thinking about relationships—reminding us that wholeness and purpose come before partnership.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 11 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Games and sports aren't real life, but they often give a pretty accurate picture of how we can choose to face life. Imagine that your profession is on a national stage. You have the ball with less than two minutes to go, and your team is behind. Standing behind center and looking out at the defense, how many of us could even think? Then, imagine throwing the ball with any kind of accuracy, knowing you have to win the game.Most of us would be scared to death!Psalm 23:4 tells us, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”When we believe in something greater than ourselves—whether a close-knit team or better yet, the God of the universe—fear tends to leave. Just leave. Get away from me! If you are feeling terrible pressure right now and don't know what to do, stop what you're doing and get by yourself. Pray to the Lord that He will help you and show you the way.That's the true path to victory, and the best way to assure the win. Let's pray.Lord, we can't do it by ourselves. We need your Spirit in us and your strength every second of every day. Thank you for never leaving us. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

On this First Sunday in Lent, we follow Jesus into the wilderness where the Spirit leads him—not by accident, but on purpose—into confrontation with sin, death, and the devil. In this episode we wrestle with why God would lead his beloved Son into temptation, how Satan's ancient strategy is still to plant doubt in God's promise, and why Jesus answers not with clever arguments but with the steady certainty of the Word. Following the insight of Gerhard Forde that Christ goes ahead of us and not instead of us, we see that where we put God on trial, Jesus trusts God's promise—so that his victory becomes mercy for sinners like us.LENT CHALLENGE GRANTDouble your impact this Lenten season: if you sponsor an episode of Scripture First, a generous donor has agreed to double your donation. We greatly appreciate your support of the show. Thank you for considering. Learn more at lutherhouseofstudy.org/donateCARE OF SOULS - ADDICTIONIn Care of Souls, a special mini-series podcast from Luther House of Study, Lutheran pastors and theologians come together to explore the deeply personal and pastoral task of preaching to and caring for those struggling with life's challenging situations: addiction, death, family disharmony, and more. Rooted in the theology of the cross and the Lutheran tradition of radical grace, this series offers both theological depth and practical guidance for pastors, church workers, and lay leaders.With conversations, real-life stories, and reflections from the front lines of ministry, Care of Souls equips listeners to enter the broken places of addiction not with easy answers, but with the crucified and risen Christ.Because in the end, it's not about fixing people—it's about preaching the Gospel.Listen to Care of Souls wherever you listen to podcasts or on the Luther House website: Care of Souls - AddictionGOSPEL Matthew 4:1-11 1 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterwards he was famished. 3 The tempter came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread." 4 But he answered, "It is written, 'One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.' " 5 Then the devil took him to the holy city and placed him on the pinnacle of the temple, 6 saying to him, "If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down; for it is written, 'He will command his angels concerning you,' and 'On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.' " 7 Jesus said to him, "Again it is written, 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.' " 8 Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor; 9 and he said to him, "All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me." 10 Jesus said to him, "Away with you, Satan! for it is written, 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.' " 11 Then the devil left him, and suddenly angels came and waited on him. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode of Scripture First?Email Sarah at sarah@lhos.org or visit our donation page: lutherhouseofstudy.org/donate

Scripture: Ephesians 6:24+ What you love most is the most important thing about you.“According to Augustine, ‘There is a scale of value stretching from earthly to heavenly realities, from the visible to the invisible; and the inequality between these goods makes possible the existence of them all.' God is one thing, angels are another, as are people, terriers, red oaks, squash, rocks, and dirt. Each item fits in God's overall scheme of creation. The nature of things in the hierarchy is unchangeable, and so is the kind of satisfaction it can provide when we are related to it through love. Because of these actual differences in things, the outcome of loving each actual thing will be different. There is a divinely designed fit between our needs, the character of the things that can satisfy them, and the way we should love them in order to be satisfied. Even though each thing God made is good, delightful, legitimate, and a source of satisfaction as an object of our love, we "must not expect more from it than its unique nature can provide." We must give love and praise to things apportioned to their worth. - David K Naugle, Re-Ordered Loves; Re-ordered Lives."Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. And an outstanding reason for choosing some sort of god or spiritual-type thing to worship...is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive. If you worship money and things—if they are where you tap real meaning in life—then you will never have enough. Never feel you have enough. It's the truth. Worship your own body and beauty and sexual allure and you will always feel ugly, and when time and age start showing, you will die a million deaths before they finally plant you...Worship power—you will feel weak and afraid, and you will need ever more power over others to keep the fear at bay. Worship your intellect, being seen as smart—you will end up feeling stupid, a fraud, always on the verge of being found out." - David Foster Wallace + What does it mean to love Jesus?-       Adoration - thinking highly of Jesus.-       Affection - feeling deeply for Jesus.-       Allegiance - following faithfully after Jesus.Matthew 10:37–38“All of Christ is to be loved, and He is to be loved above all.” John Gill.Revelation 2:1-5Psalm 34:8 (NIV)+ ExaminePsalm 32:1–5 (NIV)+ Exercise+ Encounter

In this episode, co-hosts John Shimp and Pastor Karl Dyrli are joined by Wyatt Tompkins, a member of Fellowship who serves on our worship team as lead guitar player, to explore the tension between excellence and perfectionism. Together, they discuss what it looks like to pursue excellence as Christians and as members of a worship team while guarding against the drift into performance driven perfectionism. Through biblical reflection, they consider how Scripture defines excellence and what that means for our daily walk with Christ. The conversation also touches on stewarding the gifts God has given us and remembering that our pursuit of excellence is ultimately about glorifying him, not ourselves, and so much more.

Ever felt a quiet nudge that wouldn't let go? We dive into how those whispers become world-shaping moments when you dare to obey, featuring Pastor Condon of Infinite Church and the riveting backstory behind his new book, Endless Possibilities. From worship ministry to church planting, he walks us through the messy, human process of discerning God's voice as ideas and instincts—and the bold choices that turn vision into reality.When the pandemic shut their rented venue, a stunning opportunity surfaced: a $3 million facility they couldn't afford. Instead of scaling the dream down to a down payment, they asked for the full miracle. The church rallied for 30 days, “fell short” on paper, and then watched a neighboring congregation initiate a merger, the seller accept a creative offer, and a seven-figure gift arrive just days before closing. The result? A debt-free facility and a community renewed in courage. It's a masterclass in faith leadership, resource mobilization, and practical obedience under pressure.We also explore how creativity springs from trust. A simple nudge led to the song “Cover Me,” which went on to impact millions—evidence that small acts can ripple far beyond our plans. Along the way, we offer clear takeaways for pastors, planters, and everyday believers: how to test a nudge, why faith often looks illogical, how to push past analysis paralysis, and how to surround yourself with people who expand your faith. If you're sitting on a dream—start the church, buy the building, teach the study—this conversation will help you take the next step with confidence.Ready to move from whisper to action? Listen now, share this with someone who needs courage today, and subscribe so you never miss these faith-stirring conversations. If this spoke to you, leave a review and tell us the one bold step you're taking this week.We love to hear from our listeners! Thank you! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1639030158?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_VZBSV9T4GT4AMRWEWXJE&skipTwisterOG=1 Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@charlesgrobinette https://www.instagram.com/charles.g.robinette/ https://author.amazon.com/books https://charlesgrobinette.com/

In this message from "Behold the New", Pastor Hank explores what moves the hand of God in both our lives and our nation. Through powerful Biblical examples, he highlights the blessings that flow from reformation when God's people respond. Be encouraged and strengthened in this timely teaching.

In this episode, I am joined by Stephen Brewster, founder of The Harmony Group, and Chelsea Plank, Worship Director at Southeastern University and leader of SEU Worship. Together, we explore how creativity and worship work together to communicate the Gospel, what it takes to build healthy creative cultures in the Church, and how SEU Worship is forming the next generation of spiritually grounded leaders. Don't miss this conversation on Kingdom creativity, authentic worship, and leadership that shapes culture for years to come.

Read the WHOLE Bible with me! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. If you appreciate what is happening on this channel, please like, comment and most importantly, share this everywhere you can so we can bring as many people as possible with us on this Bible reading journey. GOD IS SO GOOD!Here is a link to all of the worship songs I have finished the Bible readings with. Worship with me!https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUcMr6ja88bC607BoR1EaQuF&si=e1HfJdRXr4LSdU7WHere is the link to read the WHOLE Bible with me on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUdyHEiJ2X2tFvXNINmLMs7O&si=FM_Od_qVefeWU1kY

Read the WHOLE Bible with me! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. If you appreciate what is happening on this channel, please like, comment and most importantly, share this everywhere you can so we can bring as many people as possible with us on this Bible reading journey. GOD IS SO GOOD!Here is a link to all of the worship songs I have finished the Bible readings with. Worship with me!https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUcMr6ja88bC607BoR1EaQuF&si=e1HfJdRXr4LSdU7WHere is the link to read the WHOLE Bible with me on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUdyHEiJ2X2tFvXNINmLMs7O&si=FM_Od_qVefeWU1kY

Sunday School Class at Trinity Church Denver

 Sentimental love fades, but Christlike love endures. In “Star Quality,” we discover how the Bright Morning Star teaches us to choose steady, self-giving love that rises again and again. 

Meatfare/The Last Judgment Matthew 25:31-46  On the Sunday of the Last Judgment, the Gospel reveals that judgment takes place not in a courtroom, but in the throne room of God—a reality the Church enters every Sunday in the Divine Liturgy. This homily explores how worship forms repentance, trains us in mercy, and sends us into the world with lives shaped by the pattern of Christ's self-giving love. --- The Throne Room Now: Judgment, Mercy, and the Work of the Liturgy A Homily on the Sunday of the Last Judgment Matthew 25:31–46 When we hear the Gospel of the Last Judgment, our attention is usually drawn—rightly—to the command to do good: to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, visit the sick and the imprisoned. And the danger every year is that we hear this Gospel as if Christ were saying something like this: "Be good people during the week—and then come to church on Sunday." But that is not what the Lord is saying. In fact, the Gospel appointed for today does something far more unsettling—and far more hopeful. It places the Judgment not in a courtroom, but in the throne room of God. Christ says, "When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory." That is not legal language. It is liturgical language. The people who first heard this would have known exactly what that meant. They would have filled in the details instinctively from the Scriptures and from worship: the throne surrounded by cherubim and seraphim; the unceasing hymn of praise; even the River of Fire—not as punishment, but as the light and heat of God's own glory. And here is the first thing we must understand: We are not only told about that throne room. We are brought into it. Every Sunday, the Church does not merely remember something that will happen someday. We are brought into that reality now—as much as we can bear it. The Kingdom is revealed to us here and now, sacramentally, liturgically, truthfully. And that changes how we hear today's Gospel. First: There is a connection between doing good and coming to church Sunday is not an interruption of the Christian life. It is its measure. In a real sense, every Sunday is a little judgment—not a condemnation, but a revelation. We come into the light, and the truth about us is allowed to appear. And notice how this begins in the Divine Liturgy. It begins not with confidence, not with self-congratulation, but with repentance. The priest, standing before God as the leader and voice of the people, pleads at the very beginning: "O Lord, Lord, open unto me the door of Thy mercy." That is not theatrical humility. That is the truth. We are asking to be let in—not because we deserve it, but because without mercy we cannot even stand. And then, before the Trisagion, the priest names what God already knows about all of us: that He "despisest not the sinner but hast appointed repentance unto salvation." And so he begs Him directly: "Pardon us every transgression both voluntary and involuntary." This is what Sunday is. It is the people of God standing before the glory of His altar and asking to be healed. Asking to see clearly. Asking to be made capable of love. But repentance in the Liturgy does not remain on the lips of the clergy alone. Before Communion, the entire Church takes up the same posture and says together words that are almost shocking in their honesty: "I stand before the doors of Thy temple, and yet I refrain not from my terrible thoughts." We do not pretend that standing in church has magically fixed us. We confess that we are still conflicted, still distracted, still broken. And then, with no room left for comparison or self-justification, we each say: "Who didst come into the world to save sinners, of whom I am first." And finally, we make the plea that fits today's Gospel with frightening precision: "Not unto judgment nor unto condemnation be my partaking of Thy holy mysteries, O Lord, but unto the healing of soul and body." The Church is honest with us here. The same fire that heals can also burn, depending on whether we approach it with repentance or with presumption. This is not a threat meant to drive us away, but truth meant to help us approach rightly. That is why Sunday is a little judgment—not because God is eager to condemn, but because His throne room is opened to us now in mercy, so that we may be healed, corrected, and trained to recognize Christ when He comes to us in the least of His brethren. Second: Sunday worship is where we actually do the work Christ commands And once we see that, we can begin to understand what the Church is actually doing here -  and why worship cannot be separated from judgment. Before we ever offer bread and wine, the Church first intercedes for the world. We pray for peace from above and the salvation of our souls; for the peace of the whole world and the good estate of the holy Churches; for this city and every city and countryside; for travelers by sea, by land, and by air; for the sick, the suffering, and the captive; for deliverance from tribulation, wrath, danger, and necessity. We even pray for civil authorities—not to bless power for its own sake, but that peace and order might make room for mercy and justice. In other words, before we do anything else, we place the needs of others before God. And in addition to interceding for all of this, here—at the heart of the Divine Liturgy—the Church actually performs the works of mercy Christ names in today's Gospel. Not in theory.  Not symbolically.  But truly. Here: ·      Strangers are welcomed and given a home. ·      Prisoners are freed from the shackles of sin and the sentence of death. ·      The naked are clothed with baptismal garments. ·      The thirsty are given living water. ·      The hungry are given the Bread of Life. This is not allegory. This is reality at its deepest level. God Himself tells us to care even more for the soul than for the body. During the week, we sacrifice ourselves to meet bodily needs—and we must grow in that work. But on Sunday, we are commanded to do the most important work of mercy: to restore people to life in Christ. That is why worship is not optional. It is not private devotion. It is the Church doing what the Church exists to do.  And because that work is real, it carries with it genuine hope. Third: Sunday gives us a foretaste of the reward The Gospel of the Last Judgment is not only a warning. It is also a promise. Those who learn to serve Christ in the least of His brethren are not merely rewarded—they are invited to rest in God, to share in His life, to participate in His rule. Saint Paul says something astonishing: "Do you not know that the saints will judge the world? … Do you not know that we shall judge angels?" (1 Corinthians 6:2–3) This does not mean we become harsh or self-righteous. It means we are being trained—here and now—for a future of responsibility, faithfulness, and love. What we do here is forming who we are becoming. Conclusion What happens in this Divine Liturgy is the automatic response of the Church—that is, of a people devoted to sacrificial love—to God's command to care for others as we care for ourselves. This is not a dead ritual. It is a powerful tool for doing essential work. It is the throne room of God revealed to us now. But it is not meant to remain here. The expectation of the Church is that the pattern of the Liturgy becomes the pattern of our life. That the repentance we practice here becomes the repentance that shapes our weeks. That the mercy we receive here becomes the mercy we extend beyond these walls. That the intercessions we make here train us to notice, remember, and bear the burdens of others when we leave. That is why the Liturgy does not end with applause or reflection, but with a command: "Let us go forth in peace." We are sent out not having finished our work, but having been formed for it. And when the Son of Man comes in His glory, He will recognize those whose lives have taken on the shape of His worship—those who learned, here, how to repent, how to intercede, and how to love.

Nehemiah | Week 5 (Student Takeover 2) | Worship At The Center Of Life | Ben Truax

You weren't saved just to believe — you were saved to belong. In Part 3 of EXTRA ordinary, we dive into 1 Corinthians 12:12–21 and explore what it really means to be part of the Body of Christ. The church isn't just a place you attend; it's a people you're connected to. Different gifts, personalities, […]

Evening Service | Pastor Travis Greene

Christ United Sermon Series - Sanctuary Feb 15 - Love God: A Life in Worship Exodus 20:1-6 ~ Rev. Rob Couch Christ United Church Mobile, Alabama 

Christ United Sermon Series - NewSong Feb 15 - Love God: A Life in Worship  Exodus 20:1-6 ~ Rev. Brian Hasty Christ United Church Mobile, Alabama

Sermon recording form Sunday, February 15th, 2026. A study of Mark 6:45-56.Thesis: Learn to soften your heart in order to make Jesus lord of your life.