August 27 · 13 min
The Bible Study Podcast - #986 - Exodus 29 – Consecration of the Priests
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August 27 · 29 minYour Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Ben... - Daring to Hope When Your Heart Is Shattered: Trusting God Through Pain and Loss
Episode Summary: When you are crushed and broken hearted, where do you go to find hope? Jesus said that in this life we will have pain, heartbreak, and trials. So how do we deal with our pain? What does it look like to walk with God in our grief. Our guest today has experienced her share of pain including a traumatic brain injury as well as cancer diagnoses for two of her daughters. In her suffering, Linda boldly asked God tough questions like How do I keep going? God, where are you? And How do I keep trusting. In honor of Grief Awareness Day, today we’re going to be talking about Daring to Hope When Your Heart Is Shattered: Trusting God Through Pain and Loss. Quotables from the episode: I'm going to dare to hope anyway. I am going to dare to hope. God, I can't give up. I have to keep trusting you. I will not give up. I will not give up. I will not give up. Hope does not come from a change in your circumstances, but from a change in your thinking. I had to look up, I had to look at him, and I had to say ‘I won't give up.’ You are my hope, God, and my hope will be in you. If I got on my knees and opened my hands and surrendered to him, I got my perspective right because my eyes were lifted up to him. The greatest way to pour hope into your hurting heart is to sink deep into the love of God. Because being with you, my beloved, is the most important thing in my life. Peace can't be in our circumstances. It has to be in him. Scripture References: Lamentations 3:21-24 “Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my inheritance;’ therefore, I will hope in him!” Habakkuk 2:4 “The just shall live by faith.” Romans 15:13 “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Recommended Resources: Hope for My Hurting Heart: 8 Heart Skills to Help You Cling to God and Not Give Up by Linda Dillow Calm My Anxious Heart by Linda Dillow Free Stress-Response Personality Assessment Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals
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August 27 · 1 hr 4 minThinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing... - When Your Interpretation Becomes the Authority | Inversion
James Spencer and Ashish Varma continue the series on what narrows the church's vision with a look at inversion — what happens when an interpretive grid quietly takes over the authority that belongs to Scripture itself. The conversation moves from the hermeneutical spiral (nobody comes to the text from nowhere) to the passages most of us never work: the command not to destroy fruit trees in Deuteronomy 20, God giving the land little by little in Deuteronomy 7, the instruction not to dispossess Moab in Deuteronomy 2, and the "remember the poor" tagline at the end of Paul's account of the Jerusalem council. James and Ashish ask what those texts do to confident readings of conquest, Christian nationalism and dominionism. They also walk through how heresy was actually decided — Augustine and Pelagius, Nicaea in 325 and the deliberate loosening of that language in 381 — and why the young-earth reading of Genesis 1 owes more to a social moment than to the text. Plus: Acts 7, Aquinas, and why interpretations should be written in pencil. Chapters (approximate, from speaker turns — verify against the final cut): 00:00 What inversion is: when the grid outranks the text 03:22 The hermeneutical spiral — no one reads from nowhere 09:30 Beach muscles: the books we never work 12:11 Deuteronomy 20 and the fruit trees 16:03 Galatians and "remember the poor" 20:11 Deuteronomy 2, dominionism, and the limits question 29:06 Acts 7: Stephen and the opposite error 33:18 How heresy was actually decided 42:23 Nicaea 325 → 381 and loosening the language 47:15 Genesis 1, young earth, and the social moment 59:40 Brokering gaps, creativity, and writing in pencil Follow and subscribe Subscribe to Thinking Christian: https://episodes.thinkingchristian.org Website: www.thinkingchristian.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 36 minTimeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager - The New York Times: A History of Misinformation | Ashley Rindsberg
This episode of Timeless Wisdom delves into the world of the New York Times, where the lines between truth and propaganda are blurred. In a shocking revelation, a renowned journalist shares the dark side of one of the world's most influential newspapers, exposing a history of misreporting, distortions, and fabrications that have radically altered our understanding of major events. The conversation with Ashley Rinsberg, author of the book "The Gray Lady Winked," takes us on a journey through the 20th century, highlighting pivotal moments where the New York Times got it wrong. From the Nazi Olympics to the Ukraine famine, and from the Holocaust to the Vietnam War, Rinsberg's research reveals a pattern of deliberate misreporting that had far-reaching consequences. We explore how a dynasty of owners controlled the narrative, prioritizing their interests over journalistic integrity. Follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timeless-wisdom-with-dennis-prager/id1517302239 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SZEYeH4tuLr2FvG4ok1rl Learn more about Dennis Prager: https://pragertopia.com/ Follow Dennis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DennisPrager Follow Dennis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennisprager/ Follow Dennis on X: https://x.com/DennisPrager Learn more about the Salem Podcast Network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 22 minThe Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal - 1 Peter 2:1-10 - You are a Chosen Race, a Royal Priesthood, and a Holy Nation
The episode explores 1 Peter 2, discussing how Jesus is the Chief Cornerstone and the foundation of the church: Any teachings or practices that aren't grounded in Jesus can lead to spiritual instability. In contrast, those who build their faith on Jesus, the Living Stone, will find stability and security. Jesus is a stumbling stone, which refers to Jesus as a rock of offense to those who reject him. A discussion of Romans 9 and being chosen by Christ To close, Jenn emphasizes the importance of revisiting the basics of the Gospel, even for more advanced Christians. Related Episode: 1 Timothy 4:6-16 - How A Young Person Should Conduct Themselves as A Christian Be sure to click every link for the full P40 experience: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more: www.lifeaudio.com Need help memorizing Scripture? Check out Verse in the Chorus: https://www.youtube.com/@VerseintheChrous Become a member to gain access to The Bible Explained on Fridays: https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 9 minYour Nightly Scripture - Finding Quietness When Life Feels Loud (Isaiah 32)
Evening Scripture Isaiah, Chapter 32 See, a king will reign in righteousness and rulers will rule with justice. Each one will be like a shelter from the wind and a refuge from the storm, like streams of water in the desert and the shadow of a great rock in a thirsty land. Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen. The fearful heart will know and understand, and the stammering tongue will be fluent and clear. No longer will the fool be called noble nor the scoundrel be highly respected. For fools speak folly, their hearts are bent on evil: They practice ungodliness and spread error concerning the Lord; the hungry they leave empty and from the thirsty they withhold water. Scoundrels use wicked methods, they make up evil schemes to destroy the poor with lies, even when the plea of the needy is just. But the noble make noble plans, and by noble deeds they stand. You women who are so complacent, rise up and listen to me; you daughters who feel secure, hear what I have to say! In little more than a year you who feel secure will tremble; the grape harvest will fail, and the harvest of fruit will not come. Tremble, you complacent women; shudder, you daughters who feel secure! Strip off your fine clothes and wrap yourselves in rags. Beat your breasts for the pleasant fields, for the fruitful vines and for the land of my people, a land overgrown with thorns and briers— yes, mourn for all houses of merriment and for this city of revelry. The fortress will be abandoned, the noisy city deserted; citadel and watchtower will become a wasteland forever, the delight of donkeys, a pasture for flocks, till the Spirit is poured on us from on high, and the desert becomes a fertile field, and the fertile field seems like a forest. The Lord’s justice will dwell in the desert, his righteousness live in the fertile field. The fruit of that righteousness will be peace; its effect will be quietness and confidence forever. My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest. Though hail flattens the forest and the city is leveled completely, how blessed you will be, sowing your seed by every stream, and letting your cattle and donkeys range free. Evening Reflection It was only Tuesday, but I didn’t know how I was going to make it through the rest of my week. With a million thoughts in my mind and 200 items on my to-do list, I was exhausted, overstimulated, and anxious. Riddled by fear and what-ifs, I craved relief, stability, and the end of my tasks. Have you ever been in this place? Sometimes, no matter how calm life may appear on the outside, our heads and hearts grow too loud. Racing thoughts, fear of the future, and emotional numbness consume us. And this is the picture I see refuted in Isaiah 32. While Isaiah paints a picture of safety, refuge, strength, justice, and restoration, he also offers beautiful imagery. A future where we find: shelter from the wind refuge from the storm streams in the desert shade in a thirsty land The reality of this imagery is that God’s presence brings all of these things and more. He brings steadiness in seasons of chaos. And because He lives within us, we can have power over our greatest fears. This doesn’t mean that our anxiety or struggles will magically cease, but it does mean that we can find eternal rest for our souls. Anxiety often keeps us hyper-alert and emotionally exhausted. But trust in God doesn’t mean immediate peace; it’s choosing to trust in His character even when the anxiety doesn’t cease. “Fearful hearts will know and understand” because God gently calms our confused and worried minds over time. Quietness isn’t pretending everything is okay; it’s learning who we anchor our
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August 27 · 6 minYour Nightly Prayer: Evening Prayers for Christian... - When You’re Afraid of Getting it Wrong
Psalm 32:8 is a promise worth holding onto in every season of difficult decision-making. "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." This is not a vending machine approach to guidance, where we input our question and receive the correct answer. It is the promise of a relationship, a loving, attentive, personal accompaniment through every choice we face. We often treat decision-making as though the goal is to find the single correct answer that unlocks God's perfect plan, and anything short of that risks catastrophe. But Jesus said He is the Way. Decisions are best made as we follow Him, not as we decode a map. The goal is not primarily to find the right path. It is to know and follow the right Person, trusting that He who walks with us is fully capable of redirecting what needs redirecting and redeeming what needs redeeming. You are not going to accidentally outmaneuver God's purposes. He is far greater than our decisions and our mistakes. Ponder Tonight The fear of getting a decision wrong often reveals a view of God as someone whose perfect plan is fragile enough to be disrupted by our imperfect choices. Psalm 32:8 presents a very different picture of a God who actively guides, teaches, and counsels His people. Decision-making in Scripture is relational rather than mechanical. It happens in the context of walking with God, seeking wise counsel, and following Jesus rather than searching for a formula that produces the guaranteed right answer. Wise counsel from a godly person is one of the primary ways God fulfills His promise to instruct and guide us. Seeking that counsel is not a sign of weak faith. It is wisdom in action. The question worth reframing tonight is not "what is the right choice?" but "am I walking closely enough with Jesus that I can trust Him to guide me through whichever path opens up?" Tonight's Scripture "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." — Psalm 32:8, NIV Your Evening Prayer Lord, You know how often we second-guess ourselves when making decisions. We fear that we will somehow choose the wrong path and disrupt Your perfect plan. But You are far greater than our decisions and our mistakes. You promised to instruct us in the way we should go, and You keep Your promises. Increase our desire for a closer relationship with You, so that we seek You more than we seek the right answer. Help us trust that as we follow You, You will lead us where we need to be, and that Your loving eye is on us every step of the way. In Jesus' name, Amen. Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 7 minThe Crosswalk Devotional: A Daily Devotional Chris... - Giving Your Adult Child's Heartbreak to God
When your adult child is going through heartbreak, it can be difficult to know what to do. You want to protect them, take away their pain, and somehow make everything better—but you can't walk through the heartbreak for them. Whether they are grieving a breakup, betrayal, disappointment, or another painful relationship experience, Christian parents can learn to support their adult children while trusting God to carry them through the storm. Isaiah 43:2 reminds us that God doesn't promise a life without painful seasons, but He does promise His presence in the middle of them: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.” As a parent, that means you don't have to fix your adult child's heartbreak. You can listen, offer a steady and loving presence, pray for them, and give their pain and future to God, trusting Him to bring healing, wisdom, and hope in His timing. Highlights How to support an adult child through heartbreak without trying to fix everything Why parents must learn to trust God with their grown children's pain How Isaiah 43:2 offers hope in seasons of grief and emotional pain Practical ways to be present for an adult child who is hurting Why listening can be more helpful than offering advice or pity How to cast your own anxiety about your child's pain on God Finding faith, hope, and love while waiting for healing and redemption Want more encouragement throughout your week? Subscribe to The Good Word, LifeAudio’s free weekly newsletter. Sign up at LifeAudio.com/thegoodword Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Giving Your Adult Child’s Heartbreak to God By: Lia Girard Bible Reading: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. – Isaiah 43:2, NIV As Christians, we know that Jesus doesn’t promise a trouble-free life here on earth. Which naturally means we can expect that there will be days or seasons of pain, heartache, confusion, or grief. However, just knowing that we’re human (and that hurt will find us eventually) doesn’t pre
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August 27 · 8 minYour Daily Bible Verse - Three Steps to Take in Hard Times (Romans 12:12)
Today's Bible Verse: "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be in constant prayer." — Romans 12:12 What should you do when you're going through hard times? Romans 12:12 gives three simple but powerful ways to respond: remain joyful in hope, practice patience through difficult circumstances, and stay faithful in prayer. These aren't quick fixes, but they provide a biblical foundation for navigating seasons of stress, uncertainty, and hardship. Hard times can make it difficult to see beyond the present moment. Yet Christian hope reminds us that our circumstances don't have the final word. Patience helps us endure when answers don't come quickly, while prayer keeps us connected to the God who is with us through every season. When life feels overwhelming, these three practices can help anchor your heart in God's faithfulness. Want more encouragement throughout your week? Subscribe to The Good Word, LifeAudio’s free weekly newsletter. Sign up at LifeAudio.com/thegoodword “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel ️ Listen to more daily devotionals with Jessica at Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio Rev. Jessica Van Roekel is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and worship pastor who shares how God brings beauty from brokenness. Her message centers on God’s power to rescue, restore, and renew, even after seasons of rejection or loss. She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything, a guide to seeing God’s purpose in life’s disappointments. Jessica and her husband are raising a vibrant family, with two adult daughters, a college-aged son, and a high school daughter. You can explore her teachings, devotionals, and resources at WelcomeGrace.com. Let Scripture shape your heart today—begin with the Bible Verse of the Day on Biblestudytools.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 12 minCrosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews - The NFL Fullback Who Became a Psychiatric Nurse
Patrick Hill was a fullback at the University of Miami, had stints with the Titans, Broncos, and Texans, and when football doors stopped opening he asked God to lead him somewhere else. That somewhere else turned out to be a nursing program at UCLA, and eventually a career as an inpatient psychiatric nurse and orthopedic nurse practitioner. The transition made more sense than people might expect — a fullback's whole job is selfless service, blocking so someone else can score. Patrick just traded the field for the ward. True strength, Mercy Ships, and the devotional series that brought an NFL player and a Jacksonville Jaguar together: Patrick shares how nursing reshaped everything he thought he knew about strength — that the loudest victories at the bedside are often completely silent, that the most vulnerable patients carry the most unwavering faith, and that a smile from a dementia patient who remembers your name is one of the most powerful moments a human being can witness. He is part of Strength in Service, a 10-part devotional series on the Glorify app in partnership with Mercy Ships, and his message to every young athlete who thinks strength means never showing weakness is simple: be yourself, be rooted in Christ, and the sky is the limit. Highlights How a conversation with the dean of UCLA's nursing school during the NFL lockout changed the entire direction of his life Why the fullback position — the most selfless role on the field — prepared him perfectly for a life of service in healthcare What nursing taught him about strength that football never could, including the power of a hand on the back or a smile at the right moment Why he believes the strongest people he has ever met were patients at their most vulnerable How his faith shapes his approach to every patient, modeled after Jesus going after the sickest and most broken What Mercy Ships does and why its model of volunteer surgeons and free care in the world's most medically scarce regions moved him deeply His message to young Christian athletes: don't be afraid to be rooted in Christ and you will play more freely than you ever thought possible Why he believes God answered his high school prayers through a path that looked like disappointment before it looked like a blessing Resources / Links / CTA Strength in Service devotional series Mercy Ships: https://www.mercyships.org Glorify app: https://www.glorify.global/app Follow, share, and explore more of Crosswalk Talk Follow, share, and subscribe for more faith-driven conversations on Lifeaudio Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 6 minEveryday Prayers with Million Praying Moms - A Prayer to Use the Tools Available in God's Word
"Don't pray for patience, God will answer by testing yours." We've all heard it. In today's episode, Brooke McGlothlin makes the case for praying for it anyway. LINKS: Freebie: Drive Time Conversations Fruit of the Spirit Download How to Pray God's Word for Your Children Follow Everyday Prayers @millionprayingmoms Get today's devotion and prayer in written form to keep for future use! Support the ministry with your $5 monthly gift through Patreon. A Prayer to Use the Tools Available in God's Word by Brooke McGlothlin Reference: Proverbs 16:32 Prayer: Father, help my children to use the tools you've made available to us in Your Word. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 23 minJesus Calling: Stories of Faith - Bringing Characters and Wonder to Life: Megan Piphus & Jim Cummings
This week, we’ll hear from Megan Piphus, a puppeteer and ventriloquist known for playing Gabrielle on Sesame Street. She’ll share how a childhood spent in her father’s church led her to an opportunity at the Jim Henson Company and how she’s since used puppetry to teach kids about God’s love. You’ll also meet her puppet, June Bug, who occasionally jumps in to help tell the story. Next, we’ll hear from legendary voice actor Jim Cummings, whose iconic performances as Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, and countless other beloved characters have brought comfort and joy to generations. Jim reflects on discovering his gift at a young age, the surprising path that led him into voice acting, and the unforgettable moments when his work became a source of hope for people facing difficult circumstances. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: RaeLynn Upcoming interview: Chuck DeGroat Megan Piphus Gabrielle on Sesame Street Psalms 126:6 Cinderella Sweep Saving Our Daughters Sesame Street on PBS Jim Cummings The Jack Benny Program www.JimCummingsWorld.com Interview Quotes: “I realized that puppetry was something that you could learn and something that you could do for other people and do for kids.” - Megan Piphus “I believe that God’s timing is perfect and divine. I knew very early that I had a calling to teach kids about God’s love.” - Megan Piphus “By teaching [children] something new, they are inspired to be anything.” - Megan Piphus “It is so important for young girls to see themselves represented in the most diverse spaces and unique spaces.” - Megan Piphus “Oftentimes, kids are told, ‘I don’t know if you can do that, or I don’t know if that’s possible.’ As we get older, our world slowly confines into a space of what we see is possible and what the world tells us is possible. What I loved about puppetry is it kind of broke the rules of what’s possible.” - Megan Piphus “I was always in a lot of plays as a child, and I didn’t want to be the student prince, or this and that. I wanted to be the troll that lived under the bridge. I was inadvertently doing research for what I was going to ultimately do when I grew up.” - Jim Cummings “Winnie the Pooh is like comfort for the soul. ‘You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.’ He’s got a lot of that folksy wisdom that people rely on to get through tough times. And I’ve just been very fortunate to be a part of that.” - Jim Cummings “I think the key word with Winnie the
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August 27 · 1 minLatido - La hija favorita de Dios
Quiero recordarte lo siguiente: Si Dios me sostuvo en momentos difíciles, también puede sostenerte a ti. Dios no tiene hijos favoritos, pero sí hijos profundamente amados. Y cuando descubres cuánto te ama, entiendes que los milagros no son solo para otros... también son para ti. Escrito por Mercy Cosme CANAL EN TELEGRAM GRUPO EN WHATSAPP Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 4 minChapter-A-Day Audio Bible - Proverbs 26
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August 27 · 7 minYour Daily Prayer - A Prayer to Pull Away to a Quiet Place Before Autumn Hits
The calendar is about to fill back up. New school schedules, new work projects, church commitments, and the steady accumulation of fall's demands are just around the corner. Autumn is an exciting season, but it also carries a real risk of losing peace of mind to stress if we enter it without intentional preparation. Right now, before the rush arrives, there is a sacred window of time available — and the wisest thing we can do with it is pull away to a quiet place. Isaiah 26:3 connects perfect peace directly to a mind that is steadfast in trusting God. Without regular quiet time to reset that focus, the mind becomes like a fallen leaf tossed around by the wind — distracted by the present and anxious about the future. Going into a busy season with a mind in that state means being easily overwhelmed by demands that would otherwise feel manageable. Quiet time with God is not a luxury for special occasions. It is how we build the spiritual reservoir we draw from when the harder days arrive. Filling ourselves with His love and wisdom now means that when the pressure of a full fall schedule hits, we will not have to scramble for peace. It will already be there, steady and available, because the foundation beneath us is strong. Choosing to pull away to a quiet place is itself an act of trust — a declaration that we believe God will meet our needs even when we stop driving ourselves relentlessly forward. Bible Verse "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." — Isaiah 26:3, NIV Ponder Today A steadfast mind is a prepared mind. When quiet time with God becomes a regular practice, the mind grows calm and focused. When it is neglected, the mind grows anxious and easily overwhelmed. The difference shows up most clearly in the busiest seasons. Choosing rest is an act of trust. The belief that we cannot afford to stop is rooted in the fear that our life depends entirely on our own effort. Pulling away to a quiet place tells God we trust Him to hold things together while we rest in His presence. Build the spiritual reservoir now so you can draw from it later. The peace, wisdom, and renewal you receive in quiet time with God do not disappear when you return to a busy schedule. They carry you through it. A Prayer for You Today Dear God, I can feel the upcoming autumn season approaching, and I already want to race ahead into the busyness of it. I confess that I often let my mind get cluttered with worries about tasks I need to complete and problems I need to solve. But right now, I am choosing to stop worrying and start trusting You more. In this quiet place, please quiet the noise inside my soul. Send me Your peace. I want to live with a steadfast mind rooted in Your truth, not a mind constantly tossed around by changing circumstances. I surrender my need for constant productivity and choose to rest in Your presence. I trust You to meet all of my needs. As the seasons change outside, let Your unchanging peace keep me steady. Thank You, God. Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 1 minHeartbeat - What You're Missing in Your Bible Study
Have you ever stood in front of a beautiful painting and realized there was far more to it than you noticed at first? The colors, lighting, symbols, and tiny details all work together to tell a deeper story. The longer you look, the more you discover. The same is true when we read the Bible. Scripture is rich with meaning, revealing God's character, His plan of redemption, and His love for His people. Even details that may seem ordinary, like the lampstand in the tabernacle, point to profound spiritual truths about God's presence and His light. In this episode of HEARTBEAT, be encouraged to slow down as you read God's Word. As you spend time in Scripture, the Holy Spirit helps you uncover deeper truths, gain fresh insight, and see God's heart more clearly. The Bible isn't just meant to be read. It's meant to be explored, understood, and lived. Don’t forget: You can also download our free devotional, “Mind, Body & Soul,” designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP Learn more about HEARTBEAT- https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 27 · 4 minDaily Devotions with Pastor John - Hand over to God whatever causes you to fear
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August 26 · 56 minConfessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seid... - Married to an Alcoholic Pt. 2: Faith, Forgiveness, and Surrender with Dr. (and Wife) Brenda Fann Katula
What do you do when you love someone who won't stop drinking or give up their addiction? Dr. Brenda Fann Katula knows that frustration well. She understood alcohol addiction, withdrawal, and relapse. But none of that could fix her husband. In Part 2 of this two-part interview, Brenda takes us through the final stage of her former husband's destructive behavior. From an intervention, to hallucinations, to putting on a front and doing what she could to protect her kids. But more important than the story, she explains her deepest crisis from this period: her spiritual one. Angry that God hadn’t healed her husband or restored their family, Brenda stopped praying personal prayers and tried to solve everything herself—until exhaustion forced her to surrender. She eventually recognized, though, that her prayers had an interesting through line: they all focused almost entirely on changing her husband rather than asking God for the healing, strength, and wisdom she needed. We talk about her faith, her frustration, and her final surrender. We also discuss boundaries, gaslighting, unanswered prayer, repeated forgiveness, identity in Christ, and the thing her husband left behind that went from a painful reminder to a powerful retreat. This important interview is crucial for friends and family members looking for hope. Listen to Part 1 here. Follow Brenda on Instagram: @brendafannkatula Article: What does it actually look like to forgive? Get Caroline Beidler's book for loved ones, When You Love Someone in Recovery Get Gospel-centered addiction recovery resources and help at veritasrecovery.org Follow me: @jonseidl Order my book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic Watch this episode ad-free at The Vertias Daily We explore: — Why Brenda staged an intervention after her husband threatened to drive to daycare intoxicated — How severe alcohol withdrawal led to hallucinations, a hospital escape, and an ICU ventilator — Why Brenda pressured a doctor to keep her husband from driving their children — What happened when unanswered prayer became anger at God — How Brenda’s prayers shifted from changing her husband to asking God to heal and strengthen her — Why recognizing gaslighting doesn’t eliminate the need for personal self-examination — How forgiveness can be repeated without calling the damage acceptable — Why her husband’s alcoholism increased her empathy for patients with addiction — How an unfinished treehouse became a place of study, service, and redemption Support the Show: https://www.jonseidl.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 26 · 1 hr 8 minThe Sean McDowell Show - The New Mormonism: How LDS Beliefs Are Changing
Mormonism is changing and the version of it a Latter-day Saint holds today may look almost nothing like the version their parents held. I sat down with Aaron Shafovaloff and Brandi Bronson to map what's actually happening. Aaron has done evangelism in Utah for two decades and volunteers with Mormonism Research Ministry. Brandy was LDS for 27 years before leaving. Aaron lays out seven distinct streams within the movement today and Brandy describes the Mormonism she was raised in divine nature, eternal progression, creating worlds, and what made her start to question it. CHECK OUT: Logos Bible 60 Day Free Trial (https://logos.com/mcdowell) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [smdcertdisc] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Timestamps 0:00 — What is "the new Mormonism"? 0:27 — Brandy: 27 years as a Latter-day Saint 1:08 — Aaron: two decades of evangelism in Utah 2:05 — The eras: early, pioneer, correlation, neo-orthodoxy 4:54 — Is it changing faster now? 5:42 — Ships at sea with no anchor 6:51 — Brandy's 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 7:16 — The great apostasy and the exclusivity claim 9:16 — When the cracks appeared for her 11:09 — The seven streams 12:37 — Correlated Mormonism 13:24 — Neo-orthodoxy and "a crush on evangelical grace" 15:08 — Revisionism 16:21 — Primitive Mormonism 17:23 — Progressive Mormonism 18:29 — Cultural Mormonism 19:13 — Which streams are actually biggest 21:26 — Why the apologist and the stake president sounded so different 22:22 — Why Mormons are forced to be more nuanced now 24:19 — "I even considered staying" 27:15 — The Gospel Topics essays 30:06 — Who is Blake Ostler? 31:14 — The regress of deities 32:24 — Ostler's reinterpretation 35:02 — Is any stream moving genuinely orthodox? 36:38 — "More rhetorical than structural" 41:17 — What used to make something essentially Mormon 45:13 — What holds it together now 46:45 — Do you have to believe in Jesus to stay a member? 50:32 — Why orthopraxy over orthodoxy 52:23 — Universalism and "we're all going to make it" 55:18 — 2 Nephi 25:23, before and after 59:07 — Are more people coming to Christ? 1:03:32 — The one change Aaron celebrates without reservation 1:04:25 — If you're LDS, I want to hear from you 1:05:03 — Where to follow Brandy and Aaron Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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August 26 · 30 minThe Love Offering - (Bonus) On The Ground with Samaritan's Purse - Keeping Faith through Difficulty
In this special bonus episode from The Bible Explained, Host Jenn Kokal is joined by Kristy Graham, a dedicated wife, mom, and communications expert at Samaritan's Purse. Kristy shares her personal story of how her family's life was shaped by their involvement with Samaritan's Purse, and how her role in the organization's podcast, On the Ground, has been a game-changer for her faith. Kristy talks about the importance of prayer in the ministry, and how the organization's staff starts each day with Scripture and prayer. She shares stories of the organization's work in disaster relief, including training for doctors and nurses fighting the Ebola epidemic, their response to Hurricane Helene, and helping those devastated by earthquakes in Venezuela. Through these stories, Kristy highlights the impact of Samaritan's Purse's work in bringing hope, love, and comfort to those affected by disaster. Kristy also opens up about her own journey of learning to rely on God's strength, rather than her own. She shares how her role in the podcast has taught her the importance of rest and surrender, and how she's learning to say yes to God's plans, even when they don't make sense to her. Kristy's vulnerability and passion for her work will inspire you to take a closer look at your own faith in the One who comforts, heals, and loves. Listen to On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse to hear more faith-based stories of God's provision. Discover how you can get involved with Samaritan's Purse Learn about Operation Christmas Child Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more. Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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