In this episode we delve into the captivating yet cautionary tale of Samson from the book of Judges particularly focusing on chapter Samson often remembered as the Herculean figure of the Old Testament reveals a deeper narrative of temptation compromise and tragic consequences Key Points The Whales and the Sardines We begin by drawing a poignant analogy between Samson's pursuit of forbidden pleasures and whales chasing sardines ultimately leading to their demise Samson's Slide into Tragedy Despite his immense potential and divine calling Samson's life serves as a vivid illustration of Israel's spiritual decline His actions reflect the nation's apathy [... more]

We all have unfinished business shifting blame avoiding pain or even living in an illusion Why are we so willing to live in denial In this message Pastor Lutzer addresses the seven symptoms of denial including emotional numbness a lack of trust being a selective listener and more God can meet us in whatever we can't face This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Even a loved and nurtured child can grow up to be a prodigal When we're living in sin we become lost in an illusion of control In this message Pastor Lutzer counts the steps that take prodigals in the wrong direction Jesus' story of the original prodigal can bring hope to anyone far from God This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Devote yourself entirely to God and experience lasting joy and contentment [... more]

Our obedience to God is to be based on our love for who God is not fear [... more]

Older Americans are strongly united in support of Israel and its war against Hamas But as Charlie explains in this important hour younger Americans are different On both the right and the left there is far less sympathy for Israel and more disturbingly growing sympathy for Hamas Charlie explains the sources of this trend On the left a pathological need to support anyone oppressed and on the right growing disillusion with all foreign entanglements If Israel can't fix its PR Charlie warns then in a generation it will have lost its greatest ally Support the show http www charliekirk com [... more]

Dr Bob Jones III preaches a message titled Life in the Wilderness from Exodus - The post Life in the Wilderness appeared first on THE DAILY PLATFORM [... more]

Being a stepfather can feel like bathing cats with your hair on fire but your thoughtful navigation of the dynamics in your home can make a difference that lasts for decades Author Gil Stuart offers tips on stepfathering thoughtfully and shaping the kind of family you all long for We are the one with the influence Are we going to use it for good or for evil I mean when you think about what the Scripture says The power of the tongue is for life or for death So what are we saying Is it going to bring life or [... more]

The skepticism and disillusionment we see in our own day are nothing new Today R C Sproul explains how the ancient philosopher Socrates defended the pursuit of truth and virtue in a decadent society Get R C Sproul's 'The Consequences of Ideas' -Part DVD Series along with the Audio and Video Download for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org the-consequences-of-ideas Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

The Covid emergency is over So why are young Americans still dying at much higher rates of heart attacks and other ailments than they were just five years ago And why is nobody allowed to notice or name the elephant in the room Finance guru turned vaccine investigator Ed Down joins with an updated look at the figures from the first half of Plus Miranda Devine explains the importance of Devon Archer's testimony and responds to the media's lockstep narrative that Hunter only offered people an illusion of access to his father rather than the real thing Support the show [... more]

The trees with the strongest root systems are not those where a breeze blows gently through the leaves No the strongest trees face challenging winds which cause their root systems to grow deeper Could it be that God is revealing a lesson about how winds of adversity affect our spiritual roots Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see what's happening when trials and tribulations are blowing against us We'll learn how to embrace the growth and find joy in the journey Listen on harvest org --- Own Jesus Revolution on DVD Receive your copy when you [... more]

Do you have a performance-based marriage On this Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman you rsquo ll hear about the difference having a ldquo grace marriage rdquo can make Brad and Marilyn Rhoads believe marriage is God rsquo s idea and if you rsquo re disillusioned and disappointed there rsquo s a better path Hear how to have a grace marriage right now on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Featured resource The Grace Marriage How the Gospel and Intentionality Transform Your RelationshipSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

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There are certain chapters of the Bible that stand out for their unforgettable truth Genesis the Creation Exodus chapter the Commandments Psalm the Shepherd's psalm Matthew and the Sermon on the Mount Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie helps us dig in to some powerful words that point out no matter what we're going through God is aware God cares and He's ready to take action It's insight recorded by Paul in the th chapter of Romans Listen on harvest org --- Own Jesus Revolution on DVD Receive your copy when you donate to Harvest Ministries today at [... more]

Join us as we worship our Triune God- For more information about Grace Church please visit www graceharrisburg org [... more]

Even a loved and nurtured child can grow up to be a prodigal When we are living in sin we become lost in an illusion of control In this message we count the steps that take prodigals in the wrong direction Jesus' story of the original prodigal can bring hope to anyone far from God This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Find out why God sometimes requires us to wait [... more]

When we remember the story of Cain and Abel merely as the first murder-account in history we miss the real Divinely-inspired weight of the account Join Stephen in this message to rediscover what makes this story so unforgettable [... more]

People in deep bondage are often under the illusion that they are free When Jesus told the religious leaders that they needed deliverance they couldn't accept it In this message we find the spiritual power to live like children of God not religious slaves The truth is Jesus was born to set us free This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

God is more than capable of meeting your needs [... more]

Accepting Jesus Christ as your Savior is the only way to gain eternal life [... more]

If something or someone has caused your faith to fracture don't miss this summer best-of Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Lina Abujamra went through a period of disillusionment with her church and its leaders Instead of deconstructing or leaving her faith she found it strengthened What do you do with a fractured faith Find out today on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Featured resource Fractured Faith See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

I think therefore I am Do you know the story behind Ren Descartes' famous statement Today R C Sproul addresses the doubt of this French philosopher and helps us reveal the unshakable foundation of our faith Get R C Sproul's 'Defending Your Faith' -Part DVD Series for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org defending-your-faith Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

If you struggle with the concept of prayer don't miss today's Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Asheritah Ciuciu provides help and hope for those too busy or disillusioned with prayer The invitation is to REST Recite Express Seek and Trust It may be just the encouragement you need for your soul Featured resource Prayers of Rest Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God's Voice See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Perhaps no verse in Scripture is taken out of context more than Romans In that verse Paul says that all things work together for good to them that love God and people take that to mean a lot of things it doesn't mean So in this message Stephen reminds us of the real meaning and power behind this promise from God [... more]

Analyze God's challenge for you to walk wisely [... more]

Dr Stanley explores what it means to practice complete reliance on God [... more]

Dr Todd Rose co-founder of the think tank Populace and author on his new book Collective Illusions Conformity Complicity and the Science of Why We Make Bad Decisions Learn more about your ad choices Visit megaphone fm adchoices [... more]

Lessons drawn from Job Joseph Mary and Martha as they dealt with seasons of disillusionment based on various Biblical passages [... more]

Lessons drawn from Job Joseph Mary and Martha as they dealt with seasons of disillusionment based on various Biblical passages [... more]

In the early s the US was filled with anticipation of a bright future Youthful President John F Kennedy had introduced the New Frontier the Peace Corps and the task of reaching the moon A thriving economy caused many people to expect the future to simply ldquo let the good times roll rdquo Then the war in Vietnam escalated unrest on a national level unfolded Kennedy rsquo s assassination took place and a dismantling of the accepted norms of that previously optimistic society ensued Optimism simply wasn rsquo t enough and in its wake disillusionment prevailed nbsp Then in theologian [... more]

Whether you're a Christian or not what's hindering you from doing what God wants you to do You cannot stay neutral in the battle of two kingdoms Satan tried to prevent Christ from reaching adulthood thus preventing redemption Yet Satan's victories are always illusionary In this message you'll hear conclusions that prove God's superiority in history nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

Does it look to you like Satan and evil is winning You can't play both sides or even be neutral in the battle between good and evil But all of Satan's supposed gains are merely illusions The Lord's victory is firm but the battle continues to go on and will until Christ returns In this message your heart will be strengthened by three examples of conflicts where Satan appeared to be winning but God still hastened Satan's judgment nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

We know God exists because creation exists Today R C Sproul winsomely responds to the common claim that the question of God's existence is an unsolvable mystery Get the Digital Download of R C Sproul's series 'Objections Answered' and 'Defending Your Faith' for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org objections-answered Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

If something or someone has caused your faith to fracture don't miss this edition of Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Bible teacher and medical doctor Lina Abujamra ah boo JAM ruh went through a period of disillusionment with her church and its leaders Instead of deconstructing or leaving her faith she found it strengthened What do you do with a fractured faith See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The problem of evil is one of the most common objections raised against the Christian faith How can we account for the existence of evil in a world ruled by a perfect and holy God Today R C Sproul responds to this thorny challenge Get 'Everyone's a Theologian' by R C Sproul for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org everyones-a-theologian Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

Avoiding language that causes or promotes negativity in others speaking words that are timely edifying and helpful based on Eph and other passages Included in the -part series Embracing Newness CLICK HERE to ORDER this full message on CD [... more]

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We end our Highlight Reel series with a powerful testimony from Salvation Army officers Rob and Heather Dolby During our mental health series from the Dolby's joined us to share their incredible testimony from addiction and homelessness to restoration Series The Highlight Reel [... more]

The Line of Fire Radio Broadcast for [... more]

Counselors Milan and Kay Yerkovich examine the five love styles parents have and how those styles also apply to children Our guests also discuss how parents can work through these love styles to help their kids become healthy and secure Part of Original air date July Get the Yerkovichs' book How We Love Our Kids for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast understanding-your-childs-love-style-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

Under cover of darkness criminals steal kill and destroy But the light cuts the darkness like a knife It reveals that our hearts are full of deception even if we are not convicted criminals In this message the light of God rsquo s Word cuts through our illusions and shows us what God sees when He looks into our soul nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

People in deep bondage are often under the illusion that they are free Many of the religious leaders of Jesus rsquo day thought they were free and they didn rsquo t like being told that they needed deliverance We can be delivered for Jesus came to set us free nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

Susan Spencer looks at the psychological imperative of planning especially when plans are upended David Pogue reminds us of good news from Dr Jon LaPook honors medical workers who've put their lives in jeopardy Michelle Miller examines feelings of grief and of hope for the New Year Mo Rocca looks back at the life of TV pitchman Sy Sperling who was not only the founder of Hair Club for Men but also a client Plus our Lee Cowan hosts this week's CBS Sunday Morning See Privacy Policy at https art com privacy and California Privacy Notice at https art com [... more]

Money success and pleasure can't satisfy our deepest longings This realization may disappoint us and make life seem trivial Learn how to deal with the inevitable disillusionment that comes from chasing the wind on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Country artist Chris Stapleton rsquo s deeply personal song ldquo Daddy Doesn rsquo t Pray Anymore rdquo was inspired by his own father rsquo s prayers for him The poignant lyrics reveal the reason his father rsquo s prayers ended not disillusionment or weariness but his own death Stapleton imagines that now instead of speaking with Jesus in prayer his dad is walking and talking face-to-face with Jesus nbsp Stapleton rsquo s recollection of his father rsquo s prayers for him brings to mind a biblical father rsquo s prayer for his son As King David rsquo s life ebbed [... more]

Ultimately we all surrender to God The question is whether or not we do it willingly Join Dr Tony Evans as he talks about what happens when our only path toward obedience is brokenness and how we can learn to let go of the illusion of self-sufficiency [... more]

Island Humor [... more]

From Hope for the Caregiver A pastor friend once told me Rage is the most delicious of sins - it gives the illusion of power As a caregiver we find ourselves faced with a long list of injustices Do we rage against them What does that look like as a caregiver For me i discovered a surprising antidote for rage We talked about it on the air plus took calls one in particular provided an opportunity to explore the current destruction in our cities as a teachable moment Peter Rosenberger hosts the nationally syndicated program HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Hope [... more]

How does Narcissism relate to Religion does it help or not In today's episode Aimee Cabo speaks to Larry White the author of The Confessions of a Zen Narcissist Struggles with the Illusion of Self an honest revealing and personal account that demythologizes and explains a personality disorder from a perspective rarely seen The Cure Radio live talk radio show and live-streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced or is currently experiencing domestic violence abuse trauma mental health or other challenges that affect your life It's a place to [... more]

Kill them with kindness' doesn't always work but practicing kindness at every possible chance will make your life more fulfilled Guest of The Cure Veronica Sommer founder of The Kindness Solution shares how she can improve the lives of individuals who look at their lives through the lens of kindness The Cure Radio live talk radio show and live-streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced or is currently experiencing domestic violence abuse trauma mental health or other challenges that affect your life It's a place to find comfort knowledge [... more]

ForgivenessSupport the show https www lonsolomonministries com give [... more]

Here is the extended version of our conversation with Rob and Heather Dolby They discuss life in recovery and the church's role in welcoming someone back into the community after treatment Series HEADSPACE a series on mental health [... more]

As we continue our discussion on addiction today Aleata discusses recovery Specifically she offers advice on what the family of a recovering person can do to help We are also joined once again by Rob and Heather Dolby as they discuss the church's role in welcoming someone back into the community after treatment Series HEADSPACE a series on mental health [... more]