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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 15 MIN

Say Yes To God: Preparing Hearts For Christ’s Return

from Welcome to the 411 · host Raymond Brown, Clarence Matthews, North Clinton Ave Church of Christ

Send us Fan MailA new year is more than a fresh calendar—it’s a holy invitation. We open 1 Thessalonians 3 and listen to Paul pray for a straighter path, an overflowing love, and hearts established in holiness. That prayer becomes our pattern: ask God to direct our way, embrace love that spills beyond our circle, and live with steady, practical obedience that makes God’s will visible in daily steps.We talk candidly about the detours that pull us off mission and the simple habits that realign us: Scripture that speaks, prayer that persists, and choices that consistently say yes to God. Holiness emerges not as deprivation but as a fruitful life—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—formed in us by the Spirit. We press into what it means to be firmly set in dedication, not stiff but rooted, so that our lives carry weight and witness in every season.All of this points forward without letting us escape the present. Christ is coming, and that promise teaches us how to live now: hearts unblameable, relationships tended, work offered for the kingdom, and a readiness that looks like hope in action. If you’re ready for a year marked by direction, generous love, and a deeper yes to God, this conversation will steady your steps and expand your vision.If this speaks to you, follow the show, share it with a friend who prays with you, and leave a quick review telling us where you need God to direct your path next. Visit Us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/NorthClintonAvenueChurchOfChrist

Send us Fan Mail A new year is more than a fresh calendar—it’s a holy invitation. We open 1 Thessalonians 3 and listen to Paul pray for a straighter path, an overflowing love, and hearts established in holiness. That prayer becomes our pattern: ask God to direct our way, embrace love that spills beyond our circle, and live with steady, practical obedience that makes God’s will visible in daily steps. We talk candidly about the detours that pull us off mission and the simple habits that reali...

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