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  • Episode 88: Be Defensive Part III: Audible distractions

    Episode 88: Be Defensive Part III: Audible distractions
    2023/10/11
    This study delves into the significant impact of our auditory environment on our actions and reactions, exploring relatable scenarios like music's influence on driving and distractions while talking. Driving statistics highlight the dangers of loud music, emphasizing the role of auditory stimuli in shaping behavior. From a biblical standpoint, we discuss the power of speech and the importance of wise counsel, drawing from Proverbs and the example of Moses seeking guidance. We also underscore the perils of isolation and the need to manage our environment, citing lessons from King Josiah and King Solomon. Ultimately, we encourage engaging with positive influences and meditating on things that reflect God's love and goodness to shape our thought patterns. Youtube: https://youtu.be/7PhZIMlm-UY
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    31 分
  • Episode 87: Be Defensive Part II: Visual Distractions

    Episode 87: Be Defensive Part II: Visual Distractions
    2023/09/20
    https://youtu.be/RW0OcH52cP4 ** Defensive Seeing - Staying Aware as a Believer** Guard your eyes like a defensive driver watches the road for potential hazards. Visual distractions can lead to negative emotions, similar to how distractions on the road can lead to accidents. Lust, comparisons, and ingratitude often result from not defensively managing what your eyes take in. ** Gratitude and Seeking the Kingdom - Your Spiritual Visual Focus** Cultivate gratitude for the present moment, just as a driver appreciates the clear view ahead. Seek the Kingdom of God with your spiritual eyes now, much like following the road signs on your GPS. ** Craving What We See - Avoiding the Temptation of the Eyes** Resist the urge to crave everything your eyes land upon, much like avoiding the temptation of following every enticing billboard. Defensive Influences - Navigating Visual Relationships as a Believer Be cautious about what and who you allow into your visual field, akin to carefully choosing who you allow into your car as a defensive driver. ** Battling Temptation - Matthew 26:40 as Your Visual Defense** Keep your spiritual eyes alert and pray as a defense against temptation, just as a driver remains vigilant to avoid accidents. Prayer serves as your spiritual seatbelt, guarding against the impact of visual temptations. ** David's Pride and Wrong Place - Staying on the Right Visual Path** Pride can lead your eyes astray, similar to how a driver's distractions can lead them off the road. Where your visual focus lies, there your heart follows, emphasizing the importance of staying visually aligned with your beliefs. ** Losing Purpose - Staying Visual Course vs. Getting Distracted** Success should not divert your visual focus from your purpose, just as a clear road should not lead you to lose sight of your destination as a driver. ** Courage to Stay and Go - Maneuvering Visual Challenges** Have the courage to visually stay on the right path, similar to the bravery needed to change lanes when necessary as a defensive driver. ** Final Thoughts - The Visual Journey of the Aware Believer** Being in the right visual place matters on your spiritual journey, much like staying visually aware of the road is crucial for safe driving.
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    26 分
  • Episode 86: Be Defensive: Part 1- Awareness

    Episode 86: Be Defensive: Part 1- Awareness
    2023/09/13
    Youtube: https://youtu.be/QVl2cAS69yM - In this episode, we'll explore being a "Defensive Believer" and the power of awareness in our faith journey. Defensive Believers Defined - Defensive Believers live cautiously, not out of fear but to prepare for spiritual risks. - Recognize our sanctification in Christ but also the world's unsanctified nature. ** The Power of Awareness** - Awareness means perceiving crucial facts and knowledge vital for our spiritual journey. - It's a gift from the Holy Spirit, guiding us to follow God's direction. The Noise of Distraction - Distractions like worldly desires, materialism, and pride hinder our spiritual awareness. - Maintain a prayerful, watchful, and accountable mindset with fellow believers. Kingdom-Minded Focus - Prioritize seeking God's rule in every area of life. - Live a Kingdom-minded life by aligning with Christ's authority and characteristics. ** Understanding Distractions** - Reflect on Matthew 6:25-32 to learn about handling worry and distractions. - Recognize how what we see impacts our thoughts, actions, and outcomes, emphasizing the importance of faith over sight. ** Identifying Your Distractions** - Take time to identify your personal distractions and triggers. - Understand how sight plays a role in shaping your thoughts and behaviors. Conclusion - Being a Defensive Believer means maintaining awareness of God's will in your life. - Recognize and address distractions while staying Kingdom-minded for a faith-filled life.
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    37 分
  • Episode 85: Do Better!

    Episode 85: Do Better!
    2023/09/06
    A lot of us become defensive when someone calls us out. Especially when our effort or hard work coms into questions. I personally struggled with this. It often feels like a personal attack. However it is up to us to question our feelings in the moment. Every emotional response is a revelation of where we are not where someone else is. Through Gods wisdom these questions have allowed me to navigate through this emotions Why are you bing defensive? Are there any remnants of truths? Would this make things better?
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    9 分
  • The Journey of Transformation: From Past to Present

    The Journey of Transformation: From Past to Present
    2023/09/05
    In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of transformation, tracing its path from the past to the present. Join us as we dissect the various stages of this profound process. Key Takeaways: The Pre-Encounter Phase: Transformation commences long before we recognize it. Our past experiences play a crucial role in shaping the transformation that awaits us. The Encounter Phase: Transformation becomes tangible when we confront significant moments in life. These moments are akin to fruit, signifying change and growth. Divine Encounters: Transformation through encountering God brings about lasting change, unlike any other. In the absence of such encounters, things tend to remain static. The Post-Encounter Phase: Transformation is an ongoing process that extends far beyond a singular encounter. Life is marked by continual evolution, and each season brings its unique form of transformation. Transformational Grace: Transformational changes are bestowed upon us as an act of divine mercy, designed to improve our lives. Lifestyle of Transformation: Transformation is not an isolated event; it's a continuous process and a way of life. Philippians 1:6 reminds us of our confidence that God will bring our transformation to completion. In this enlightening discussion, we delve into the intricacies of transformation, unveiling the beauty of the journey and the grace that guides us throughout. Youtube: https://youtu.be/ljTkbQ7o8eE
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    8 分
  • Which Meaning will you choose?

    Which Meaning will you choose?
    2023/08/29
    Which meaning will you believe? Genesis 50:20 ESV As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today. When I think of that scripture I used to think God turned it, but God had a different meaning from the beginning. The enemy just added his meaning later. BUT GOD FOR-KNEW God and the enemy both have a meaning for your life. We chose which one we believe. The one we Believe is determine by three things Both God have Satan have plans for you life and these plans are carried out in each situation that we encountered. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Romans 8:5-8 King James Version (KJV) For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Whatever we feed more will be the heaviest, and will tip us in that direction and will building and appetite for those things. Some of know we should have a desire for the spirit but we don’t because we have yet to change our environment. We can build some many attachments to things and people in our environment who ultimately will determine what we see, hear say and ultimately believe then do. The meaning we believe are determined by: What we hear What we see What we say Mistakes How Good we are How Bad we are What people say about us(from out past and present) -What we hear Mark 4:24-28 AMPC And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you–and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. -What we see Matthews 6:22-23 The eye is the lamp of the body; so then if your eye is clear, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light that is in you is darkness, how great is the darkness! -What we say Proverbs 18:20-21 KJV A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; And with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. Death and life are in the power of the tongue: And they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Just cause we have won the victory in Christ doesn’t mean we have the victory in our lives. We have to walk in the victory. What we hear, see and say will reflect.
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    22 分
  • Episode 82: Taking Matters

    Episode 82: Taking Matters
    2023/08/13
    15 分
  • Episode 71: Love Through Rejection!

    Episode 71: Love Through Rejection!
    2023/08/13
    23 分