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  • Today · 12 min

    The Joy Bringer Podcast with Season Bowers - The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 16 (The Lord Will Fight For You)

    The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 16 (The Lord Will Fight For You) summary Season reflects on 2 Samuel 16 and the challenge of responding when people criticize, misrepresent, or accuse us. Through David’s restraint, her own college experience, and practical cautions about gossip and rushed decisions, she encourages listeners to trust God as defender while speaking truth when needed. keywords 2 Samuel 16, David, faith, criticism, trusting God, gossip, biblical reflection, Christian podcast, Season Bowers, Joy Bringer key topics Season introduces 2 Samuel 16 through the reminder from Exodus 14:14: God will fight for you, and you need only be still. Ziba brings David supplies and claims Mephibosheth has stayed behind to reclaim Saul’s kingdom; David gives Ziba his master’s property without hearing Mephibosheth’s side. Season warns against making permanent decisions based on incomplete information, especially when hurt, isolated, or under pressure. Shimei curses and throws stones at David, while Abishai offers to kill him; David refuses retaliation and leaves room for God to defend him. David acknowledges that his own sin may have consequences without accepting Shimei’s accusations as true. Season connects David’s restraint to Proverbs 12:16 and shares a college theater confrontation where she responded assertively, kindly, and truthfully. Listeners are urged to consider how gossip spreads, whether a story is theirs to tell, and how they would feel if the same claim were made about them. Season notes that public attention moves on and encourages handing criticism to God rather than reacting to every insult. The chapter’s account of Ziba prompts a second lesson: pause, seek God’s guidance, and avoid rewarding flattery or deception with rushed decisions. takeaways the more faith we place in God as our defender, as our righteousness, and as our peace, the easier it is for us to move about the world even when things seem unfair. This really is a warning about making permanent decisions based on incomplete information. He recognizes that there is consequence to his actions. A fool is quick tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted. I was assertive, I was kind, and I spoke truth. what I've had to learn is just to allow the truth to speak for itself To think before we speak, to recognize who it is we're talking about. Is it our story to tell? Let's involve the Lord in our decision making, so that we don't jump to conclusions We can be still in his presence. We can be surrounded in his peace, confident in what we know to be true trust him to lead us and guide us and fight our battles. key frameworks God as defender: trust the Lord to fight battles while discerning when it is appropriate to speak up. Pause before permanent decisions: seek God’s guidance and get the full story before acting on claims. action items Before repeating a claim, ask whether it is true, whether it is yours to tell, and how you would feel if it were said about you. When criticism comes, pause and seek God’s guidance before responding; choose calm, truthful, and kind words when a response is needed. Avoid major decisions based on one person’s account, flattery, or pressure. Hear other perspectives first. Chapters 00:00 God will fight for you: the message of 2 Samuel 16 01:42 Ziba brings David supplies and a consequential story 02:39 Shimei curses David, but David refuses retaliation 04:12 Absalom hears advice from Ahithophel and Hushai 05:31 Why David’s decision about Ziba was premature 06:27 David faces insults while trusting God to defend him 08:08 Proverbs, patience, and Season’s college confrontation 10:27 Let truth speak and think before repeating a story 11:14 Hand criticism to God and remember peo

  • Today · 1 hr 5 min

    WiLD Conversation - What Are You Hiding From Yourself? Imperfect Leadership with Jim Brown

    What if the biggest obstacle standing in the way of your team’s performance isn’t your strategy or capital plan, but the pressure you feel to have all the answers? In this episode of The WiLD Conversation Podcast, hosts Dr. Rob McKenna and Sabeth Kapahu sit down with Jim Brown, author of The Imperfect CEO and The Imperfect Board Member, and founder of Org Health. Together, they peel back the curtain on the exhausting myth of executive perfection and confront the hidden fears leaders rarely admit out loud: What if someone else in the room has a better answer than me? Drawing from decades of work with C-suite executives and boards, Jim and Rob unpack why pretending to have it all together fractures team trust, fuels turnover, and breeds quiet disengagement. They explore how real leadership shifts the focus away from being the "hero- doer" to building systems that embrace imperfection because extraordinary things happen when imperfect people are put together well. In this episode, they dive into: The Cost of Perfectionism: Why western corporate expectations force leaders to pretend, and how acknowledging personal brokenness creates room for others to thrive. What Leaders Hide: Examining the subconscious need to be the "answer person" and how leaders unintentionally train their teams to stay silent. The Trust-Health Dilemma: Does trust create organizational health, or does health create trust? The IKEA vs. Layoff Paradigm: The real bottom-line difference between cutting headcount for quick savings and multiplying human value. The First 20 Minutes in the Room: What Jim and Rob look for immediately when evaluating leadership dynamics without using an assessment. Stop carrying the weight alone. Tune in to discover why healthy, high-trust leadership doesn't demand flawless answers, it demands the courage to stop pretending and lead with candor. To learn more about Jim Brown click the links below: • The Imperfect CEO – Jim Brown’s book is available now: amazon.com/dp/1637749023 • The Imperfect Board Member 20th Anniversary Edition – pre-order link: amazon.com/dp/1394336543 • Connect with Jim Brown – linkedin.com/in/authorjimbrown

  • Today · 26 min

    Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe - The Crossing -- Part 1

    Are you standing at the edge of a new season? Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe opens Joshua chapter 3 with a message called The Crossing. A crossing is a critical moment of transition ... it can lead you into God’s intended destination, or it can become a place of danger and poor decisions. Learn how to prepare for your own crossing and step out in obedience ... listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe. Bold Steps Gift: Anne Graham Lotz - Jesus In Me Visit or watch Mark Jobe at New Life Community Church Become a Bold Partner: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Today · 32 min

    Generations at Work - 047: Passing Wealth and Wisdom From Genration to Generation

    In this episode of Generations at Work, Susan Davis and Tim Elmore are joined by author and former international executive René Sonneveld. Together, they explore the complex dynamics of passing wealth and leadership across multiple generations within family businesses. Tax planning and governance can only address so much. Discover the critical roles of emotional readiness, trust, and open communication. The episode offers insightful strategies for... fostering belonging leveraging generational diversity

  • Yesterday · 25 min

    Samuel Rodriguez’s Podcast - GOLIATH NEVER WINS | Part 5: You Don't Have to Fight Every Giant Yourself!

    What happens when the giant is still standing, but you no longer have the strength to fight? YOU DON'T HAVE TO FIGHT EVERY GIANT YOURSELF! In the powerful final installment of Goliath Never Wins, Pastor Samuel Rodriguez delivers a transformational message from 2 Samuel 21 about the people God sends into our lives when we're too weary to fight another battle. David had defeated Goliath. He had conquered armies, overcome impossible odds, and experienced extraordinary victories. But decades later, the legendary giant killer found himself exhausted, cornered, and facing another giant armed with a new sword. And just when it appeared David's strength had run out, something extraordinary happened. ABISHAI SHOWED UP! David's nephew stepped onto the battlefield, rescued the king, and defeated the giant. David didn't need another stone. He didn't need another sword. God had already positioned someone who could fight on his behalf. “When you can no longer lift up your sword, God will send an Abishai your way!” Through this prophetic message, Pastor Sam reveals why the Christian life was never designed to be lived in isolation. Some believers are exhausted not because they've lost their faith, but because they're carrying responsibilities and fighting battles God never intended them to face alone. GOD WILL SURROUND YOU WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE, IN THE RIGHT PLACE, AT THE RIGHT TIME! Discover the power of spiritual community, the importance of lifting one another when we fall, and why receiving help is not a sign of weakness. But the message doesn't stop with the people God sends to help you. GOD IS ALSO CALLING YOU TO BECOME AN ABISHAI IN SOMEONE ELSE'S LIFE! Your testimony is meant to strengthen somebody else's faith. Your victories are meant to equip the next generation. And your greatest legacy may not be the giants you personally defeated, but the giant killers you raised! “The greatest accomplishment of your life may not be the giants you defeat. It may be the giant killers you raise.” As this powerful sermon series concludes, Pastor Sam challenges families, churches, parents, and spiritual leaders to raise sons and daughters who know how to pray, believe, worship, and overcome. MY CHILDREN WILL NOT INHERIT MY FEAR. THEY WILL INHERIT MY FAITH! Whether you're weary from fighting your own battles, struggling to trust others, or believing God for a greater spiritual legacy, this message will remind you that your light matters, your calling matters, and your life can empower generations to come. STOP FIGHTING ALONE. BECOME AN ABISHAI. RAISE GIANT KILLERS! GOLIATH NEVER WINS! Scripture References 2 Samuel 21:15–17 — When David becomes exhausted and is threatened by a Philistine giant, Abishai comes to his rescue. 2 Samuel 21:18–22 — David's warriors defeat other descendants of the giants from Gath. Colossians 2:15 — Jesus triumphs over the powers and authorities of darkness through His finished work. Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 — Two are better than one because they can lift each other up when one falls. John 10:10 — Jesus comes to give abundant life, while the enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Isaiah 60:1 — Arise and shine, for your light has come and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. Ephesians 4:11–12 — God equips believers through ministry leaders for works of service. Psalm 78:4 — Declare God's mighty works and wonders to the next generation. Psalm 145:4 — One generation declares God's mighty acts to another. 2 Timothy 2:2 — Entrust spiritual truth to faithful people who will teach others. Psalm 126:5–6 — Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy. Key Poin

  • Yesterday · 49 min

    The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge - What glories is the Holy Spirit seeking to cultivate in you? - Alistair Begg | Where were the virtuous men? - Carmen LaBerge

    God doesn't save you only to leave you broken in this life. Carmen talks with Alistair Begg of Truth for Life, author of "We Will Be Changed," about what fruits and glories the Holy Spirit is seeking to cultivate in our lives. As the legal matters around the case of the Cornell 7 continues to be re-litigated, what about moral matters? Carmen reflects on an article by Anthony Bradley focusing on the lack of classic and theological virtues being taught to younger generations, and the problems it has led to. The Reconnect with Carmen and all the offerings of Faith Media are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here!

  • Yesterday · 18 min

    How to Study the Bible - Bible Study Made Simple - How to Pray: A Bible Study on the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:5-8)

    In this best-of episode, Nicole invites us to explore the Lord’s Prayer, found in the Gospels, particularly in Matthew, emphasizing that prayer is not just about saying the right words or following a formula, but about having a personal and intimate conversation with God. Nicole guides us through the passage in Matthew 6, verses 5-8, where Jesus teaches us how to pray. We’ll examine the contrast between those who pray for show, those who pray in secret, and those who babble like pagans. Nicole highlights the importance of understanding the principles behind Jesus’ teaching, rather than just following a formula. We’ll explore how to create a space for intimacy and connection with our Heavenly Father, and how to experience God in our daily lives. Nicole shares that prayer is not about getting God to respond to our actions, but about submitting to His will and desires. We’ll discuss how to avoid the pitfalls of hypocrisy and instead, cultivate a genuine relationship with God. This episode sets the stage for the rest of the series, where we’ll delve into the Lord’s Prayer and explore its significance in our lives. If you’re feeling uncertain about your prayer life or wondering if you’re doing it “right,” this series is for you. Join Nicole as we explore the principles of effective prayer and how to deepen your relationship with God. Want to listen to the rest of the series? We created a playlist on Spotify with each episode. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2fHv6yxAydcsLstrfoVvPZ You can also find all of the episodes on this page of Lifeaudio.com: https://www.lifeaudio.com/podcasts/how-to-study-the-bible/?page=24 Connect with Nicole: https://nicoleunice.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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  • Yesterday · 35 min

    The Called to Flourish Podcast - A Strong Church Reputation Can Hide Staff Culture Problems — Tim McConnell, First Presbyterian Church

    A church can have a strong reputation and a long history while the people serving on its staff quietly wear down. When departures come as surprises, the harder question is whether leaders can see what their staff is experiencing. In this conversation, Tim McConnell, Lead Pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Colorado Springs, describes stepping into a 154-year-old church and finding deeper staff culture concerns the longer he looked. He explains why he asked his elders to prioritize staff health, what an outside, anonymous Best Christian Workplaces Employee Engagement Survey showed, and the steps that followed, including conflict training and a short weekly gathering for the whole staff. According to the church's survey reports, disengagement fell from 28.9% in 2023 to 2% in 2026. For pastors and ministry leaders, it is a candid look at how to measure and improve church staff health. You'll Gain Insight On: Why asking "are the right people staying or going?" can tell you more than overall turnover How an outside, anonymous survey can show what leaders can't see from their own chair Why healthy conflict and cross-team communication take deliberate practice What a lead pastor says it takes to begin: humility, patience, and outside help Subscribe to Called to Flourish and share this conversation with a fellow leader. Access full show notes, resources, and transcript at: https://workplaces.org/podcast/unhealthy-church-staff-culture-how-to-spot-and-measure-it

  • Yesterday · 25 min

    Tony Evans' Sermons - Audio - The Impact for the Kingdom

    As Christians, our lives are intended to count for God's Kingdom. But how do we make a difference without becoming obnoxious or annoying? Dr. Tony Evans explains how we can have a positive influence on the people around us and make the kind of impact God intended.

  • Yesterday · 4 min

    Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope - Tell Jesus Your Trials

    We would love to pray for you! Please send us your requests here. -------- 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.

  • Yesterday · 12 min

    The Joy Bringer Podcast with Season Bowers - The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 15 (Surrender)

    The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 15 (Surrender) summary Season reads and reflects on 2 Samuel 15, contrasting Absalom’s use of public grievances to win loyalty with David’s willingness to surrender the outcome to God. She connects the chapter to political promises, personal loss, and the practice of trusting God through difficult change. keywords 2 Samuel 15, Absalom, David, surrender to God, trusting God, Christian devotional, biblical reflection, faith in difficult times, Season Bowers, Joy Bringer key topics Season reads 2 Samuel 15, where Absalom cultivates support by hearing people’s complaints and promising justice. Absalom uses legitimate grievances to advance his own ambition, turning the appearance of compassion into manipulation. Season contrasts political promises with godly leadership grounded in compassion, listening to the Lord, and follow-through. David flees Jerusalem after learning of the conspiracy, while loyal followers accompany him. David sends the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem rather than treating it as a guarantee of his return or success. David accepts that God may or may not bring him back, demonstrating trust in God’s sovereignty while still making practical plans. Season relates David’s surrender to a difficult change in her family business and the invitation to release what she and her husband valued. The episode encourages listeners to examine what they may be holding too tightly and to practice gratitude through all circumstances. takeaways He uses the promise of justice to cultivate people's loyalty. That's manipulation dressed up as compassion. A godly leader moves with compassion, listens to the Lord, and follows through. If the Lord is pleased with him, God will bring him back. David is willing to accept God's decision. He's refusing to use the ark as a guarantee of his own success. Beneath all of these actions is a willingness to trust the Lord to surrender and release control. Can we trust that God is good even if it feels like we're losing the thing that He gave us? Are we willing to open our hands? Trust the Lord in surrender today. Chapters 00:00 Reading 2 Samuel 15 during election season 03:08 David flees Jerusalem with his followers 03:34 Ittai pledges loyalty to David 04:14 David sends the Ark back to Jerusalem 05:10 David prays against Ahithophel’s counsel 06:15 Political promises and compassion used as a tactic 07:47 David surrenders the outcome to God 09:24 Trusting God when we lose what we love 10:03 A business change becomes a lesson in surrender 10:51 Practicing gratitude in every circumstance

  • Yesterday · 29 min

    Equip & Empower Podcast with Christine Caine - Episode 419 | Solomon's Prayer: What Solomon Asked God for and Why It Changed Everything

    We live in a world drowning in information and starving for wisdom. Everyone has an opinion. Everyone has a platform. Everyone is doing what seems right to them. And yet the more knowledge we accumulate, the more things seem to spiral. Christine Caine has a diagnosis for what is happening and it is not a lack of intelligence, education, or information. It is a wisdom deficit. And there is only one place to find what is missing. In the first episode of our series Uncommon Wisdom, Christine Caine opens 1 Kings 3 and takes us into the most important conversation Solomon ever had, the night God appeared to him in a dream and said: ask for anything. What Solomon asked for, and what he almost didn't ask for, reveals everything about what true wisdom actually is, where it comes from, and why it is the most countercultural thing a person can pursue in the world we live in today. In this episode, Christine Caine walks through the story of Solomon's early reign, including the small compromise that was already quietly laying the groundwork for the idolatry that would destroy him decades later, and shows that wisdom is not a destination you arrive at but a posture you maintain. She unpacks Solomon's prayer: his humility in acknowledging his youth and inexperience, his recognition that the people he led belonged to God and not to him, and his request not for wealth or power or the defeat of his enemies but for a hearing heart — the ability to perceive things as God would. And she shows that God's response was not just to grant the wisdom Solomon asked for but to throw in everything he didn't ask for, because seeking God's kingdom for God's kingdom's sake has always been the path to a life that flourishes. The takeaway that opens this series on wisdom: one wise decision is better than ten smart decisions, and wisdom is something you must keep seeking, because the moment you stop applying it, you begin to lose it. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ How do I make wise decisions when right and wrong aren't clear and the answer isn't obvious? ✅ Why does it feel like the more information I have, the more confused and overwhelmed I become? ✅ How do I know if a small compromise is actually a big deal or if I'm overreacting? ✅ What does it actually look like to seek wisdom from God rather than just making my best guess? ✅ Is biblical wisdom actually relevant to the complex real-world decisions I face today? ✅ How do I keep from starting well and ending poorly, like Solomon did? ✅ What is the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom, and how do I know which one I'm operating in? …then this is your episode. What you'll learn: → Why the world has a wisdom deficit, not an information deficit, and how the more we know God and apply His Word to our lives, the wiser we become, regardless of our education, experience, or intelligence. → Why small areas of compromise are rarely small — how Solomon's one-degree detour from God's explicit instruction laid the foundation for the idolatry that destroyed him forty years later, and how to identify the "buts" in your own life before they become catastrophes. → What Solomon's prayer reveals about the posture that pleases God — why asking for a hearing heart rather than wealth, power, or the defeat of your enemies is the most countercultural request you can make, and why God's response to that kind of humility is always more than you asked for. UNCOMMON WISDOM: Looking to Scripture for Countercultural Living — new episodes every Monday. Order Christine's new devotional Whom Shall I Fear? → ChristineCaine.com/Unafraid Go deeper with Christine's book The Faith to Flourish → ChristineCaine.com/Flourish Free Seasonal R

  • Yesterday · 26 min

    Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe - Living Open-handed and Generous in an Unpredictable World -- Part 2

    If you wait for perfect conditions, you’ll end up doing nothing. Today on BOLD STEPS, Pastor Mark Jobe concludes his message from Ecclesiastes chapter 11 with a reminder that while life may be unpredictable, God never is. We’ll discover why we have to persevere in the gap between sowing and reaping ... and how surrendering to God unlocks the purpose He designed you for. Keep sowing in faith ... Listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe. Bold Steps Gift: Anne Graham Lotz - Jesus In Me Visit or watch Mark Jobe at New Life Community Church Become a Bold Partner: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Saturday · 49 min

    The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge - The Reconnect Revisited: Re-presenting Christ where you are

    When Carmen LaBerge talks about applying the mind of Christ to the matters of the day, what does that really mean? On this Reconnect Revisited, Carmen is joined by an audience in Madison, WI as she talks about what connecting the eternal with the everyday. The Reconnect Revisited with Carmen and all the offerings of Faith Media are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here!

  • Friday · 50 min

    The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge - Why does my child want to act like Spiderman? - Adam Holz | By what mark are you identifed? - Rolando Remedios

    Do you feel Hollywood is promoting witchcraft, especially to our daughters? Guest host Rebekah Haynie talks with Adam Holz from Plugged In talking about Hollywood's history around witchcraft. Many of the modern iterations do seemed aimed at girls. Also, ever notice how the characters you and your kids focus on affect your personal character? There's a reason! Plus, Pastor Rolando Remedios, author of "Love is Our Logo," reminds us that as Jesus said, "They will know we are Christians by our love." Loving as God loves should the unmistakeable mark of the Christ-follower. The Reconnect with Carmen and all the offerings of Faith Media are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here!

  • Friday · 25 min

    Tony Evans' Sermons - Audio - The Blessings of the Kingdom

    When we think about the blessings of the Christian life, brokenness and pain probably aren’t the first things that come to mind. Dr. Tony Evans explains how God can use both to position us for greater spiritual blessing and shows the connection between submission and Kingdom living.

  • Friday · 4 min

    Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope - A Time to Feel, a Time to Think

    We would love to pray for you! Please send us your requests here. -------- 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.

  • Friday · 14 min

    The Joy Bringer Podcast with Season Bowers - The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 13 (Stand Up For Love And Justice)

    The Joy Bringer Podcast - 2 Samuel Ch 13 (Stand Up For Love And Justice) summary Season reads and reflects on 2 Samuel 13, warning listeners that the chapter includes graphic content involving rape, manipulation, abuse, and murder. She examines Tamar’s experience, David’s failure to intervene, and the way unchecked power and silence enable further harm, urging listeners to turn concern into practical protection, accountability, justice, and care. keywords 2 Samuel 13, Tamar, Bible study, Christian podcast, abuse, sexual violence, justice, accountability, church leadership, righteous anger, Joy Bringer, Season Bowers key topics Season begins with a clear content warning for rape, manipulation, abuse, and violence, and offers listeners the option to skip the episode. The reading of 2 Samuel 13 recounts Amnon’s assault of Tamar, her expulsion and grief, and Absalom’s later revenge killing of Amnon. Season argues that David’s anger at what happened was not enough: Tamar needed protection and meaningful intervention. She connects the family’s violence to the consequences of David’s actions and describes how patterns of harm can persist across generations. The episode distinguishes righteous anger from action, challenging listeners to put service and resources behind their concern for injustice. Season discusses victim silencing, victim shaming, and cover-up culture, including in church leadership, as conditions that perpetuate harm. She calls for victims to be listened to, believed, protected, and supported, and for perpetrators to face accountability. Season urges listeners to seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance when deciding how to bring truth, justice, and healing into difficult situations. The closing reflection draws on 1 Corinthians 13: love protects, rejoices with truth, and requires presence, voice, action, resources, and availability. takeaways anger isn't enough. it's not good enough to simply talk about it or posture. We must put action behind it. Put your money where your mouth is. Put your service where your passion is. It requires courage to act righteously. Tamar is a person whose suffering matters in its own right. We can ask the Holy Spirit how he wants to use us to bring light and justice and healing and wholeness to the situation. Our discomfort in standing up for justice and righteousness doesn't even compare to the pain and the tragedy inflicted. It truly is our responsibility to protect those who need a safe place to heal. Love does not require silence in the face of abuse. Love is a verb, it's an action word Chapters 00:00 Content warning and invitation to seek healing 01:33 Reading 2 Samuel 13: Amnon assaults Tamar 04:04 Tamar’s grief and Absalom’s revenge 07:06 Why David’s anger was not enough 08:14 Generational patterns and righteous action 09:30 Tamar’s suffering and unchecked power 10:36 Accountability, belief, and support for victims 11:33 Confronting injustice and protecting those harmed 12:35 What godly leadership must make room for 13:00 Love acts: a closing challenge

  • Friday · 26 min

    Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe - Living Open-handed and Generous in an Unpredictable World -- Part 1

    Do you ever believe the lie that you have nothing to give? Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe opens Ecclesiastes chapter 11 with a message on the divine nature of generosity. We’ll see why nothing we cast upon the water of faith is ever wasted ... and how God’s divine current brings it back to us in ways we’d never expect. Learn to live open-handed ... listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe. Bold Steps Gift: The Church In Babylon: Heeding the Call to Be a Light in the Darkness - Erwin Lutzer and Ed Stetzer Visit or watch Mark Jobe at New Life Community Church Become a Bold Partner: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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