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  • How to Walk With Those Who Are Suffering (Part 4 of ?)

    How to Walk With Those Who Are Suffering (Part 4 of ?)
    2023/09/13

    In this episode we discuss how to walk with those who are suffering.1. Move towards one another in suffering, not away from2. Listen and be present3. As you listen, discern source of suffering so you know how/if to speak4. Ask good, open ended questions where appropriate to draw out the heart

    • The purpose in a man's heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out. (Proverbs 20:5)

    5. Help to see hopeful outcome by reframing their narrative redemptively
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    34 分
  • Praying While Suffering (Part 3 of many)

    Praying While Suffering (Part 3 of many)
    2023/08/29

    In this episode we cover the need to pray or cry out to God in the midst of suffering.

    We can cry out to God in Lament - Psalm 13

    We can name exactly how we feel to God - Psalm 88

    Jesus prayed in this way - Matthew 26:36-46

    We would challenge you to take some time this week to write out a prayer to God.

    Song - O Rock Eternal - Erik Nieder (Used with permission) We want to thank Erik for allowing us to use the song in our worship gathering as well as for our podcast. To learn more about Erik and his music please visit eriknieder.com

    We also quoted from Cecelia Bernhardt, https://www.ccef.org/what-is-god-up-to/
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    39 分
  • Who/Where is God When We Suffer? (Part 2 of ?)

    Who/Where is God When We Suffer? (Part 2 of ?)
    2023/08/16

    In this week's episode we build on our intro episode on suffering. Where is God in our suffering?God is aware that I will suffer and encourages me to take heart.God has suffered and so is able to help me in my suffering.God comforts us in our suffering.If you haven't listened to season 2 episode 11 we'd encourage you to do so before listening to this episode.
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    32 分
  • Intro to Suffering (Part 1 of many)

    Intro to Suffering (Part 1 of many)
    2023/08/08

    In this episode we briefly discuss the 3 categories of suffering:

    1. We are suffering because we sinned

    2. We are suffering because someone else sinned

    3. We are suffering because we live in a fallen world

    Gmail us at: podcastseekfirst@gmail.com with any specific questions about suffering.
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    31 分
  • The Kingdom and Political Engagement

    The Kingdom and Political Engagement
    2023/05/31
    Is there a Kingdom Ethic that applies to how I interact with politics? What filter should I use as I engage in politics? Join us in this episode as we continue the discussion of how to be a Christian in the political realm.If you'd like to share an idea or thought about future Kingdom Ethic topics you may do so by emailing us at: podcastseekfirst@gmail.com
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    35 分
  • The Uncertainty of Riches and the Certainty of the Kingdom

    The Uncertainty of Riches and the Certainty of the Kingdom
    2023/05/24
    How do our finances impact our lives as well as our neighbor's lives? How do our finances reflect the Kingdom of God where we live, work, and play? In what ways do we compartmentalize our finances from our faith?Do you have a Kingdom Ethic issue you'd like us to cover? Let us know by emailing us at: podcastseekfirst@gmail.com
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    29 分
  • Growing in Discernment

    Growing in Discernment
    2023/05/16
    The discernment questionsIs God glorified in it?Does it reflect loving God and loving neighbor?Will it bear the fruit of the Spirit or the fruit of the flesh?Do the Scriptures speak directly into it?Have a topic that you'd like to hear discussed in our Kingdom Ethics series let us know by emailing us at: podcastseekfirst@gmail.com
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    37 分
  • Awake O Sleeper

    Awake O Sleeper
    2023/04/04
    In this episode we discuss the competing kingdoms and our attentiveness. Are we asleep at the wheel? Are we aware of the Light in the midst of troubling times? What is vying for our attention? Other Scriptures to look up: Romans 13:8-14, Luke 12:35-40
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    33 分