Some of the best moments on American Idol aren't the solo performances but when all the singers join together and blend their voices in harmony There's nothing sweeter than well-trained voices blended together in first thirds and fifths Spiritual harmony is much the same when believers blend with the triune Godhead there is an alignment that results in a deep sense of fulfillment And what is the note we are to sing in this spiritual song It is the note of loving obedience [... more]

Biden speaks at the NAACP The Secret Service received intel on an Iranian plot to assassinate Trump The mainstream media is concerned that the viral photos at the Trump rally are free PR Dana chimes in on the criticism on the RNC platform including a union president trashing capitalism and the reading of a Sikh prayer on stage Actor Director Nick Searcy joins us to discuss whether the right should engage in cancel culture as a tactic where it concerns free speech like they do on the left Dana admires West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's dog Babydog at the RNC [... more]

Therefore do not be foolish but understand what the Lord's will is - Ephesians That verse is a good reminder that to follow God's will we must first know it for all areas of our lives including finances Brian Holtz joins us today with a question Does your budget reflect God's priorities or yours Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children Ownership vs Stewardship One of the fundamental concepts of Christian finances is the distinction between ownership and stewardship Psalm reminds us The earth [... more]

I rsquo d never planned to start a non-profit organization about adult friendship and when I felt called to do so I had so many questions How would the charity be financed and who should help me build it My greatest help on these matters ended up coming not from a business book but a biblical one The book of Ezra is essential reading for anyone called by God to build something Recounting how the Jews rebuilt Jerusalem after their exile it shows how God provided funds through public donations and government grants Ezra - - and how both volunteers [... more]

Actress Sally Field finally felt what we all long for When she won a second Oscar in she exclaimed in her acceptance speech ldquo I rsquo ve wanted more than anything to have your respect The first time I didn rsquo t feel it But this time I feel it And I can t deny the fact that you like me right now you like me rdquo An Ethiopian eunuch was also amazed by his acceptance As a gentile and as a eunuch he was denied entrance into the temple rsquo s inner courts see Ephesians ndash and Deuteronomy Yet [... more]

Why did Jesus choose Paul a deadly persecutor of Christians to be His instrument for spreading the gospel From his expositional series in the book of Acts today R C Sproul preaches on the power of the Lord in using unlikely individuals to fulfill His glorious purposes Get R C Sproul's Expositional Commentary on Acts for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org acts-commentary Meet Today's Teacher R C Sproul - was known for his ability to winsomely and clearly communicate deep practical truths from God's Word He was founder of Ligonier Ministries first minister of preaching and [... more]

In today's episode we explore the significant impact of spreading the gospel and upsetting the world for Christ Despite seemingly scattered and challenging results Paul's missionary journey in Acts reveals a revolutionary movement initiated by God We will uncover six essential elements needed to upset our world for Christ drawing from Paul's experiences and teachings Join us as we delve into the word of God and learn how to create a spiritual revolution in our own lives and communities [... more]

I greeted our youth group as my husband and I handed out Bibles ldquo God will use these priceless gifts to change your life rdquo I said That night a few students committed to reading the gospel of John together We continued inviting the group to read Scripture at home while we taught them during our weekly meetings More than a decade later I saw one of our students ldquo I still use the Bible you gave me rdquo she said I saw the evidence in her faith-filled life God empowers His people to go beyond reading reciting and remembering [... more]

In this episode we dive into Acts uncovering the rich lessons from Paul's missionary journey and the unexpected stops along the way Discover the powerful story of Lydia a successful businesswoman and the slave girl tormented by a spirit of divination Both encounters highlight the transformative power of the gospel and the significance of divine timing Through these narratives we explore how God's direction and the Holy Spirit's leading can turn obstacles into opportunities for spreading the gospel and deepening our faith [... more]

Do you sense something is just not right in your walk with Jesus You attend church regularly and are involved in a small group but still feel lonely and disconnected In this program we will tell you what you are missing as we continue our series The B I O Lifestyle Listen in as Chip and our Executive Vice President Andrew Accardy break down what it means to find a godly community Learn how an intentional loving group of Christ followers can make an eternal difference in your life Main PointsIntroduction to BIO Andrew and Chip discuss the ministry s [... more]

The Bible contains many accounts of God providing miraculously for His people but none are more fascinating than the story of the Widow's Oil That passage is found in Kings - it's just seven verses but they're loaded with teaching about God's provision Sharon Epps joins us today to unpack the story of the Widow's Oil and how we can apply it to our lives today Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi's parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise Elisha and the [... more]

The Bible clearly says that Christians are to give but is it always as clear about where we should give We all have to decide where we will give from our limited resources So a good question to ask is Does God care where we give I'll talk about that today with David Wills David Wills is President of The National Christian Foundation NCF He is also the co-author of Investing in God's Business The How To of Smart Christian Giving and numerous articles and lectures nationwide A New Perspective on GivingA recent article titled Does God Care Where We [... more]

They didn rsquo t think J oslash rn a tenant farming the land would amount to much Yet despite his weak vision and other physical limitations he poured himself out for those in his village in Norway praying the many nights when his pain kept him awake In prayer he rsquo d move from house to house naming each person individually even the children he hadn rsquo t yet met People loved his gentle spirit and would seek his wisdom and advice If he couldn rsquo t help them practically they rsquo d still feel blessed when they left having [... more]

When Britain rsquo s House of Commons was bombed in World War II Prime Minister Winston Churchill told Parliament they must rebuild it according to its original design It must be small so debates remained face to face It must be oblong rather than semi-circular allowing politicians to ldquo move around the center rdquo This preserved Britain rsquo s party system where Left and Right faced each other across the room requiring careful thought before switching sides Churchill concluded ldquo We shape our buildings and afterwards our buildings shape us rdquo God seems to agree Eight chapters in Exodus - [... more]

If you find a great restaurant or see a good movie chances are you're not shy in mentioning it to someone else We like to pass along helpful suggestions But so many of us just don't feel comfortable in suggesting someone consider the hope of the Gospel We'll talk about that reluctance today on A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie continues his studies in the book of Acts We'll learn to follow the example of our First Century forefathers and discover the thrill of spreading the Good News Keep up with Harvest Crusade details --- Listen on harvest org [... more]

Train up a child in the way he should go even when he is old he will not depart from it Proverbs Teaching our children how to manage God's money is vital to raising them But how can parents do this well Brian Holtz will share some great insights today Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children MVP Parenting Building Financial Wisdom in the Next GenerationIntroducing MVP Parenting a concept foundational for nurturing financial wisdom and spiritual growth in our children Howard Dayton defines [... more]

We all want our plans to succeed but what does the Lord want Are you and God on the same page regarding your financial plans Today we'll discuss achieving your financial goals and doing God's will As avid planners we know that having a plan is the best way to meet your financial goals or any goals for that matter But how do you ensure your plans align with God's will for your life As Christians we believe that Jesus' plans are the best and the Bible supports this in Proverbs Many are the plans in the mind of a [... more]

Jesus warned us that we may face persecution for our faith It doesn't mean we're doing something wrong in fact it may be an indication that we're right with the Lord Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie points to that characteristic and several others that show us how we're doing If we're walking closely with the Lord these traits will be obvious It's good insight and a good opportunity to take some notes Pastor Greg is in the book of Acts today reading from the New Living Translation Keep up with Harvest Crusade details --- Listen on harvest [... more]

GUEST ROBERT WOLGEMUTH General Editor CSB Men's Daily Bible We're coming up on the day where we annually celebrate fathers The sad irony is that men and fathers are often blamed marginalized and vilified for the ills in our society The worldview behind the resentment of men is one that rejects God's design for male leadership particularly in the home and church For their part too many men have allowed themselves to become feminized and passive in the way they think act and dress Instead of displaying traits of biblical manhood like courage decision-making productivity integrity and purity too often [... more]

Dr Steve Pettit continues a chapel series entitled Encountering God with a message from Psalm The post Discovering True Happiness appeared first on THE DAILY PLATFORM [... more]

Is reading the Bible challenging for you Do you have a hard time understanding it or knowing how to apply it to your life In this program Chip picks up in his series Less is More Decluttering Your Time with God He will highlight four purposes of God's Word laid out in Timothy chapter and further explain how the Bible gives meaning to our lives Main Points Timothy quot All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching for reproof for correction for training in righteousness quot Four Purposes of God s Word Good for teaching - Psalm Profitable [... more]

When my wife Cari and I finished our higher education we had several thousand dollars in debt that we needed to consolidate through a lower interest rate We applied for a loan at the local bank but were turned down because we hadn rsquo t lived or worked in that city for long A few days later I shared what had happened with my friend Ming who was an elder in our church ldquo I rsquo d like to mention this to my wife rdquo he said on the way out the door A few hours later the phone rang [... more]

ldquo What do I regret rdquo That was the question New York Times bestselling writer George Saunders answered in his commencement speech at Syracuse University His approach was an older person Saunders who shared one or two regrets he rsquo d had in life with the younger people graduates who could learn something from his examples He listed a few things people might assume he regretted like being poor and working terrible jobs But Saunders said he really didn rsquo t regret those at all What he did regret however were failures of kindness mdash those opportunities he had to [... more]

A love for God and for people undergirds Kathryn rsquo s Bible translating work She rejoices when women in India come to a deeper understanding of Scripture reading it in their mother tongue She remarks that when they do ldquo They often start cheering or clapping They read about Jesus and they say lsquo Oh wonderful rsquo rdquo Kathryn longs for more people to read the Bible in their own language In this desire she holds close to her heart the vision of the aging disciple John on the island of Patmos Through the Spirit God ushered him into the [... more]

On this week apos s episode of the Alex McFarland Show Alex delves into five essential actions for every believer These practices are rooted in scripture and guide us on our walk with Him If ever there was a time for believers to band together and evangelize to the world it is now Things Every Christian is to Do Tithe - Honor God with our tithes and offerings Witness - Be an evangelist for Christ Have daily quiet time in prayer and the Bible Serve the body of Christ with the gifts God has given each of us Be in [... more]

Decades ago I went to a college retreat where everyone was talking about a personality test ldquo I rsquo m an ISTJ rdquo one said ldquo I rsquo m an ENFP rdquo another chirped I was mystified ldquo I rsquo m an ABCXYZ rdquo I joked nbsp Since then I rsquo ve learned a lot about that test the Myers-Briggs and others such as the DiSC I find them fascinating because they can help us understand ourselves and others in helpful revealing ways mdash shedding light on our preferences strengths and weaknesses Provided we don rsquo t overuse them they [... more]

Welcome to the Man Talk Radio Podcast with your Hosts Will Hardy and Roy Jones Jr Get ready for an exciting episode as we dive deep into the world of faith and unity Special guest Pat Teague of Sports Mission Outreach joins us We discuss utilizing sports in Christianity and spreading the Word of God Strap in because we're about to break down the walls of race and denomination and bring men who are disciples of Christ together to worship as one body You don't want to miss this powerful conversation Read More [... more]

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Did the House GOP just try to pass a new ban on reading the Bible on campus It sounds insane but it's true Charlie responds to a new antisemitism bill that enormously overreacts to the wave of anti-Israel protest on campus Become a member at members charliekirk com Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

After burying a few seeds in a planter in my backyard I waited to see the results Reading that the seeds would sprout within ten to fourteen days I checked often as I watered the soil Soon I saw a few green leaves pushing their way out of the soil But my bubble burst quickly when my husband told me those were weeds He encouraged me to pull them quickly so that they wouldn rsquo t choke the plants I was trying to grow Jesus also told of the importance of dealing with intruders that can impede our spiritual growth [... more]

The Playbook for Chronic AnxietyIt's generated by assumptions expectations false beliefs and false needs So if we can uncover false needs we can learn to die to them and relax into God's sovereignty This is a compelling way to grow in our relationship with faith We can use our anxiety triggers to open our souls up to God's presence What is an assumption you hold about yourself that's unreasonable If you're a perfectionist almost every assumption you hold about yourself is unreasonable Think about it When was the last time you looked at your work and said That was well [... more]

Charlie answers questions from Charlie Kirk Exclusive subscribers including -What are Charlie's favorite health tips -How did Charlie first meet Donald Trump -What is Charlie reading right now Become a member to ask a question at members charliekirk com Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

If we seek to be spiritually mature we must make diligent use of the means God has provided for our growth Today R C Sproul presents the reading and study of Scripture as the most essential means toward our maturity in Christ Get R C Sproul's Book and Teaching Series 'Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow' for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org five-things-every-christian-needs-to-grow Meet Today's Teacher R C Sproul - was known for his ability to winsomely and clearly communicate deep practical truths from God's Word He was founder of Ligonier Ministries first minister of [... more]

God hears and listens to children He loves Paul's prayer in Ephesians is one of the most powerful and glorious prayers recorded in the Bible In this message Pastor Philip Miller shows us how prayer is our lifeline to God By walking us through Paul's prayer we're encouraged to pray in full confidence This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at moodyoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

The Danger Of CovetousnessCovetousness is what happens when you see someone else's possessions and want them for yourself It's part envy and part greed and completely sinful But what's so dangerous about that kind of desire Well like any sin its first effect is to draw you away from a right relationship with God Envy can also destroy your relationships with other people When you're zeroing in on getting and keeping what you want you're putting your fleshly desires in God's place Selfishness obliterates your ability to love God and other people One problem with a materialistic mindset is that [... more]

GUEST ALEX NEWMAN author Indoctrinating Our Children to DeathMost Christians who discern the times know that the U S public education system i e government-run schools is humanistic to the core humanism being the worldview religion where man is the highest authority Under the banner of separation of church and state subversives have successfully removed from government schools the most important subject to understand truth reality God Capturing and secularizing the education system has been the top goal of God-rejecting Marxists for well over years according to Alex Newman our guest this weekend and the author of an eye-opening new [... more]

Historical Context and Modern ImplicationsAfter crossing the Jordan into the promised land the Israelites fought the battle of Jericho Joshua was their leader and the Lord gave them the victory In Joshua the general reminds his people of God's faithfulness to them at Jericho and through their history He ends by making that memorable statement of faith As for me and my household we will serve the Lord As Christians in a non-Christian culture we are also called to take a stand We can either choose to serve the gods of this world or the Lord It's not easy for [... more]

Before Charles Simeon attended university in Cambridge England he loved horses and clothes spending a huge sum on his attire yearly But because his college required him to attend regular communion services he started to explore what he believed After reading books written by believers in Jesus he experienced a dramatic conversion on Easter day Awaking early on April he cried out ldquo Jesus Christ is risen today Hallelujah Hallelujah rdquo As he grew in his faith in God he devoted himself to Bible study prayer and attending chapel services On the first Easter day life changed for the two [... more]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make straight your paths - Proverbs - Why are people so worried about the economy these days Part of the issue is concern about a number of factors including the upcoming US election high inflation high interest rates and various geopolitical issues like what's happening with China Taiwan Ukraine and the Middle East How are people dealing with this uncertainty Uncertainty for many people leads to fear especially for those on a fixed budget or [... more]

Most of you reading this are believers Some are not Both are dangerous positions to take but for different reasons vastly different reasons This paragraph in John's Gospel is the summary of all that has been written from chapters through It reviews the two different responses people have to Jesus and then gives us Jesus' own synopsis on faith and unbelief Today you will be able to understand the real differences and consequences of faith and unbelief [... more]

When I joined a group of Christian children rsquo s book authors who prayed for one another and helped spread the word about each other rsquo s books some people said we were ldquo foolish for working with competitors rdquo But our group was committed to kingdom-minded leadership and promoting community not competition We shared the same goal mdash spreading the gospel We served the same King mdash Jesus Together we rsquo re reaching more people with our witness for Christ When God asked Moses to choose seventy elders with leadership experience He said ldquo I will take some of [... more]

On this episode Robby speaks with Jay the Lantern Rescue Director of Teams Operations Jay shares how Lantern's Taskforce Method impacts our mission to rescue the exploited around the world Listen in on his unique perspective of the operations teams Learn more about Lantern Rescue's mission at https lanternrescue org and sign up as a Liberator to make an impact today Text PRAY to - - to join Lantern's Prayer community A warning this program contains sensitive content Listener discretion is advised Join us as a Liberator at https lanternrescue org liberator If you or someone you know has experienced [... more]

I recently read a novel about a woman who refuses to acknowledge she has terminal cancer When Nicola rsquo s exasperated friends force her to face the truth the reason for her avoidance emerges ldquo I rsquo ve wasted my life rdquo she tells them Though born with talents and wealth ldquo I made nothing of my life I was sloppy I never stuck at anything rdquo The prospect of leaving the world now feeling she d achieved little was too painful for Nicola to contemplate I was reading Ecclesiastes around the same time and found the contrast stark Its [... more]

Most of you reading this are believers Some are not Both are dangerous positions to take but for different reasons vastly different reasons This paragraph in John's Gospel is the summary of all that has been written from chapters through It reviews the two different responses people have to Jesus and then gives us Jesus' own synopsis on faith and unbelief Today you will be able to understand the real differences and consequences of faith and unbelief [... more]

Walt Ruff Carolina Hurricanes Reporter on where the Carolina Hurricanes are in regards to picking up new players and or getting rid of current players Are there concerns that Jake Guentzel is coming in with injuries Has Walt noticed any of the current players showing concern about their positions Who rsquo s going to be starting in net tonight What can we anticipate seeing with all of the goalies the Canes have and spreading them out throughout the next few games If Anderson is activated that will mean the Canes have one too many goalies so what might the Canes [... more]

The topic was Leviticus and I had a confession to make ldquo I skipped a lot of the reading rdquo I told my Bible study group ldquo I rsquo m not reading about skin diseases again rdquo That rsquo s when my friend Dave spoke up ldquo I know a guy who believed in Jesus because of that passage rdquo he said Dave explained that his friend mdash a doctor mdash had been an atheist He decided that before he completely rejected the Bible he rsquo d better read it for himself The section on skin diseases in Leviticus fascinated [... more]

What are some habits that make for a deep intimate marriage Not one that's perfect but one where both husband and wife work well together In this program Chip and Theresa Ingram will highlight a few as they continue reflecting on years of marriage They'll explain how practices like praying and studying the Bible paying bills together and having a weekly date have strengthened their commitment to God each other and their family Main PointsIntroduction Chip and Theresa discuss the learning curves expectations they had and communication challenges they had to navigate in their marriage Daily Spiritual Practices They emphasized [... more]

Brandon Pizzurro is President and Chief Investment Officer of GuideStone Capital Management an underwriter of this program WHAT DOES SEEING THE WORLD TRANSFORMED THROUGH CHRISTIAN INVESTING MEAN Seeing the world transformed through Christian investing means stewarding investment resources with intentionality and a faith-driven mindset Christians approach investing to reflect God's Kingdom impacting areas like sanctity of life human dignity and stewardship of creation It means stewarding investment resources with intentionality and faith-driven mindset Christians approach investing to reflect God's Kingdom impacting areas like sanctity of life human dignity and stewardship of creation HOW CAN INVESTING BRING ABOUT CHANGE Investing can [... more]

After another health setback I feared the unknown and uncontrollable One day while reading a Forbes magazine article I learned that scientists studied the rising of the ldquo Earth rsquo s rotation velocity rdquo and declared that the Earth ldquo wobbled rdquo and is ldquo spinning faster rdquo They said we ldquo could require the first-ever lsquo drop second rsquo mdash the official removal of a second from global time rdquo Though a second doesn rsquo t seem like much of a loss knowing that the earth rsquo s rotation could change seemed like a big deal to me Even [... more]

Nikki Haley isn't going to win so why is she running Can she even finish within points of Trump in her home state Rich Baris helps Charlie understand the situation in the Palmetto State before Saturday's vote Scott Baller of Saturate Church talks about going home to home spreading the gospel as this country so desperately needs right now Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Like many teachers Carrie devotes countless hours to her career often grading papers and communicating with students and parents late into the evening To sustain the effort she relies on her community of colleagues for camaraderie and practical help her challenging job is made easier through collaboration A recent study of educators found that the benefit of collaboration is magnified when those we work with demonstrate humility When colleagues are willing to admit their weaknesses others feel safe to share their knowledge with one another effectively helping everyone in the group The Bible teaches the importance of humility mdash for [... more]

Why do the forces of evil hate what John Amanchukwu has to say so much The pastor has been speaking to one school board after another where he traumatizes board members by reading aloud from the same books that they think young children should be reading in class Pastor Amanchukwu talks to Charlie about speaking even when threatened with arrest and about the power of individual parents to overturn an insane system Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

It's surprisingly easy to become lax about reading or teaching the Bible Explore some important warnings and reminders from the apostle Paul and learn how to get the most out of your time in God's Word on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'The Work of the Word' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles [... more]

As a new believer in Jesus at the age of thirty I had lots of questions after committing my life to Him When I started reading the Scriptures I had even more questions I reached out to a friend ldquo How can I possibly obey all God rsquo s commands I just snapped at my husband this morning rdquo ldquo Just keep reading your Bible rdquo she said ldquo and ask the Holy Spirit to help you love like Jesus loves you rdquo After more than twenty years of living as a child of God that simple but profound truth [... more]

If you struggle with sexual temptation and shame don't miss this Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Physician and author Dr Lina AbuJamra will talk about her struggles as a single in a sex-saturated world How can the Church give better support in these challenging days If you're weary from the battle inside and you long to be free hear an honest conversation on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Featured resource Don't Tell Anyone You're Reading This A Christian Doctor's Thoughts on Sex Shame and Other Troublesome Issues See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Aaron Caid joins us again today Aaron's the Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union an underwriter of this program INTEGRATING STEWARDSHIP INTO DAILY LIVING HOW CAN CHRISTIANS PRACTICALLY APPLY THE CONCEPT OF STEWARDSHIP IN THEIR DAILY LIVESRecent research showed that while Christians understand the concept of stewardship they often struggle with practical application in daily life Over of surveyed Christians believe applying stewardship principles positively impacts their lives Many expressed a desire to learn basic stewardship principles and how to use financial blessings in a God-honoring way THE IMPACT OF CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION CCCU ON MINISTRIES LIKE [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories while in modern times we often view prohibition as a failure and even a misstep by fanatics it's far more complex than that Travis Spangenburg Creative and Production Manager for the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah GA tells the story of this complex time in America's past Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

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