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Faith Love Trust
by Michael Clogs
Welcome to Faith Love Trust with Rev. Elder Michael. This is a reading and sermon. Michael believes that our world needs messages of Love Trust and Peace in our time. These Sunday sermons will deliver that message Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faith-love-trust--3493635/support.
Episodes
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be sympathetic love one another be compassionate and humble.
Drawing from 1 Peter 3, the host reflects on the call to repay evil with blessings, practice humility, and maintain a clear conscience. Sharing a personal experience about attending the funeral of a close friend—a funeral director who fought to make end-of-life care affordable while actively…
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Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching My Father will love them
Theological Interpretations Nature of Obedience: True obedience is not mere adherence to rules but begins with opening the heart to love; loving first allows a person to find the way to follow God's commands 1. The Holy Spirit: Described as the "Advocate" and "Spirit of Truth," the Holy Spirit...
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He came and preached peace to you who were far away and peace to those who were near
Michael interprets a passage from Ephesians to argue that Christians should be radically inclusive, welcoming foreigners and strangers into their lands, homes, and lives 12. He emphasizes that true community is built by removing barriers of hostility and offering help—whether material,...
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My foot is slipping your unfailing love Lord supported me
This episode reflects on Psalm 94, focusing on divine justice, the nature of evil, and the importance of inclusivity. The speaker contrasts human systems that exclude or oppress the vulnerable (such as the foreign-born, widows, and orphans) with God's ultimate justice, which aims to unburden,...
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let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit
The sermon drew from Paul's letter to the Corinthian church to distinguish godly sorrow from worldly sorrow, and God's justice from man's justice. The central message is that God's Word uplifts rather than condemns, and that true justice transforms a person rather than punishes them. Congregants...
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For the Lord takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with victory.
The session opened with a reading of Psalm 149, emphasizing humility, praise, and divine victory. Michael then drew a parallel between marketing language (e.g., "extra fresh") and broader societal pressures that discourage critical thinking. The central message: individuals must actively filter...
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Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
What does true faith look like when modern life is louder than ever? In this episode, we reflect on the powerful testament of faith found in Hebrews 11—drawing lessons from Abel, Enoch, Noah, and Abraham. We explore how easy it is to place our trust in material wealth, social media validation…
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if any comfort from his love if any common sharing in the Spirit
The session centered on Philippians 2 as a foundation for Christ-like humility and service. The speaker challenged listeners to extend their Sunday/Sabbath commitments into active, love-driven behavior across all six remaining days of the week, drawing a parallel between God's six days of…
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make known among the nations what he has done
The act of praising God through song is far more than a musical performance; it is a dynamic, reciprocal conversation between the creator and the creation. When we lift our voices in song, sending our prayers upward with an open and vulnerable heart, we engage in an active spiritual exchange. God...
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The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you
The sermon explored 2 Peter's message that God's patience reflects His desire for all people to come to repentance, not slowness in keeping His promises. The central call is to live holy and godly lives by embracing radical equality, rejecting discrimination and hatred, and extending love to all…
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1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almight
Michael delivered a faith-based reflection centered on Psalm 91, sharing how the psalm served as a personal source of spiritual protection during a difficult childhood. The session emphasized God as refuge, fortress, and protector, encouraging listeners to internalize the psalm as a daily…
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thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by or like a watch in the night
Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. 2 Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. 3 You turn people back to dust, saying, “Return to dust, you mortals.” 4 A thousand years in your sight are like a...
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we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together
This sermon focuses on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and emphasizes the Christian duty to encourage and uplift one another rather than shame people for their differences, particularly criticizing how corporate-driven beauty standards lead believers to judge others on social media instead of celebrating...
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Be devoted to one another in love Honor one another above yourselves.
This is a spiritual reflection on Romans 12:9-21, emphasizing that Christians should not judge or seek revenge against enemies, but instead show kindness and leave judgment to God. The speaker affirms belief in God's vast capacity to forgive even those who committed great atrocities against...
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the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God
28 As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs, 29 for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. 30 Just as you who were at one time disobedient to God have now received mercy as a result of...
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For Where two or Three gather in My Name there I am with them
Michael delivered a sermon reframing traditional values through biblical teaching, emphasizing that true traditional roles place women in leadership positions within the home and community, not subordination. 12 The message calls for equal partnership between men and women in raising children and...
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Be devoted to one another in love
9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with...
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For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.
20 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. 22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. 23 But each in turn: Christ, the...
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Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me
Jesus Predicts His Death 21 Jesus strictly warned them not to tell this to anyone. 22 And he said, “The Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests and the teachers of the law, and he must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.” 23 Then he said…
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he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves
11 Since, then, we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade others. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also plain to your conscience. 12 We are not trying to commend ourselves to you again, but are giving you an opportunity to take pride in us, so that you can answer those...
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Put on the full armor of God
The Armor of God 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities,against the powers of this...
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clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
Living as Those Made Alive in Christ 3 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When...
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so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God
Praise to the God of All Comfort 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 5 For just as we…
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God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever
When my heart was grieved and my spirit embittered, 22 I was senseless and ignorant; I was a brute beast before you. 23 Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. 24 You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. 25 Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth...
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There is no fear in love But perfect love drives out fear
God’s Love and Ours 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that...
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This is love not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins
7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live…
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love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you
Love for Enemies 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor[i] and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on...
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Love the Lord your God with all your heart
4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.[a] 5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. 6 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. 7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and…
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brothers and sisters whatever is true whatever is noble whatever is right whatever is pure whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable
Final Exhortations 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God,...
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Do everything without grumbling or arguing so that you may become blameless and pure
12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. 14 Do everything without...
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live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age
11 For the grace of God has appearedthat offers salvation to all people.12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions,and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age,13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and...
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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest
The Father Revealed in the Son 25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do. 27 “All things have been...
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the time came for the baby to be born
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came...
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the glory of the Lord shone around them
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came...
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I am the resurrection and the life.
Jesus Comforts the Sisters of Lazarus 17 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Now Bethany was less than two miles[b] from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20 When Martha heard...
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everything will be destroyed in this way what kind of people ought you to be You ought to live holy and godly lives
The Day of the Lord 3 Dear friends, this is now my second letter to you. I have written both of them as reminders to stimulate you to wholesome thinking. 2 I want you to recall the words spoken in the past by the holy prophets and the command given by our Lord and Savior through your apostles. 3...
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Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise
A psalm. For giving grateful praise. 1 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. 2 Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his[a]; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter his gates with...
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Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.
Be good to your servant while I live, that I may obey your word. 18 Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. 19 I am a stranger on earth; do not hide your commands from me. 20 My soul is consumed with longing for your laws at all times. 21 You rebuke the arrogant, who are…
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Come now, let us settle the matter
Your country is desolate, your cities burned with fire; your fields are being stripped by foreigners right before you, laid waste as when overthrown by strangers. 8 Daughter Zion is left like a shelter in a vineyard, like a hut in a cucumber field, like a city under siege. 9 Unless the Lord...
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But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession
4 As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house[a] to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says…
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All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching
10 You, however, know all about my teaching, my way of life, my purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance, 11 persecutions, sufferings—what kinds of things happened to me in Antioch, Iconium and Lystra, the persecutions I endured. Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. 12 In fact, everyone who...
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Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; 2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. 3 Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. 4 Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the...
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Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.
Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. 9 They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. 10 My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them. 11 If they say, “Come along with us; let’s lie in wait for innocent blood,...
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Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near.
“Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost. 2 Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will…
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The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God
The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. 11 For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 12 What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from…
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All God’s people here send their greetings.
11 Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. 12 Greet one another with a holy kiss. 13 All God’s people here send their greetings. 14 May the grace of the Lord Jesus...
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having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind
2 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing…
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He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom
24 Now I rejoice in what I am suffering for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church. 25 I have become its servant by the commission God gave me to present to you the word of God in its fullness— 26 the...
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let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation.
Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song. 3 For the Lord is the great God, the great King above all gods. 4 In his hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks...
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he heard my cry for mercy Because he turned his ear to me
I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. 2 Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live. 3 The cords of death entangled me, the anguish of the grave came over me; I was overcome by distress and sorrow. 4 Then I called on the name of the Lord:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Faith Love Trust with Rev. Elder Michael. This is a reading and sermon. Michael believes that our world needs messages of Love Trust and Peace in our time. These Sunday sermons will deliver that message
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faith-love-trust--3493635/support.
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