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When we do God's good work according to His will, we tend to push ourselves without realizing that ambition kicks in. In those moments, we fail to keep in step with the Holy Spirit and instead move forward rather than remaining present, patient, and obedient to His orders.••#FaithInAction #GodsWill #HolySpirit #PatienceAndGrace

Paul says that nature itself testifies, yet people would rather worship creation than the Creator. While humans seem to thrive in nature, nature is ultimately just a creation. On Earth, happiness is driven by cause and effect—something happens to make someone happy. What Christ offers, however, is a peace for all circumstances, which is why He speaks of a peace that surpasses all understanding.••#CreationNotTheCreator #NatureTestifies #GodsHandiwork

Should we, as followers of Christ, expect the world to see eye to eye with us? By no means. The world will not be just. Even though there is little justice in earthly laws, injustice will still remain on the earth. True justice comes only from the One who is above it all.

What are you afraid of losing when nothing in this world actually belongs to you?” This quote, said by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, comes from someone who was not a Christian, yet it holds profound truth. Do we, as believers, prioritize things here on Earth? If so, how can those earthly achievements and possessions remain with us after we die?••#GrammarCorrection #MarcusAurelius #Stoicism #ChristianFaith 

Everyone has weaknesses—both those who are of the world and those who abide in Christ. However, for the person who abides in Christ, weakness becomes strength. God is glorified in their weakness because they recognize that all things are possible through Christ, who strengthens them.••#FaithOverFear #AbideInChrist #GodIsStrength #ChristianInspiration 

There are truths that remain eternally fixed. Two ultimate outcomes—how we choose to live this life, or whether we succumb to spiritual death—are set before us. We live in a fallen world bound by physical decay, yet God grants us the free will to choose Him or turn away. In the end, what is destined will come to pass, unfolding entirely according to God’s sovereign will.••#FaithInGod #GodsWill #ChristianTheology #SovereigntyOfGod #DivinePurpose #ChristianFaith

One of the most frequently used passages in the church is Romans 7:24, where Paul cries out, "Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?" But why do so many people misuse it? If a person is not in Christ, then this verse applies to them. However, if you are in Christ, how can you call yourself wretched when Paul immediately answers his own question in Romans 7:25, saying, "Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!". With Christ, you are not mastered by sin.www.outcastfory.com ••#Romans7 #Romans8 #InChrist #SetFree #GraceNotLaw #FreedomInChrist #VictoriousLiving

In this episode, we dive a little deeper into the topic, picking up right where we left off—this is Part 2 of 'Yearning Aimlessly.' As a quick reminder: when you get married, you don't just marry the flesh. You are marrying the whole person—their attributes, spiritual gifts, and everything else they bring to the table.••#YearningAimlessly #ChristianPodcast #FaithTalk #PodcastEpisode #PartTwo #SpiritualGrowth #KingdomMindset #FaithInAction #ChristianLiving #BiblicalTruth

As men and women of God, when we ask Him for something, a common assumption is that we are simply praying for someone who loves God and attends church. While that is true, not every person has the same attributes or spiritual gifts. We must meditate, discern, and ask God according to His will for what we are seeking. Those who are aligned with God will naturally seek after the spiritual things of God.••#MenAndWomenOfGod #GodsWill #Discernment #SpiritualGifts #FaithInAction #SeekingGod #SpiritualGrowth #PrayerLife #KingdomMindset #FaithJourney

Can the eyes see without you? When you see who is making the choices, is it the flesh or the conscience? Are the mind and the flesh one and the same, or does each have its own role? The flesh wants, but the conscience thinks to make choices—either to resist or to deny. Yet, it is through Christ that we can do all things, for He gives us strength.www.outcastfory.com ••#Faith #ChristianLiving #WordOfGod #Philippians413 #ChristGivesMeStrength #SpiritualGrowth #FleshVsSpirit #ChristianMindset

To witness a storm, the ocean, or the wildlife on Earth is deeply moving and majestic. Yet, those very same forces can destroy us in an instant. God’s glory is powerful and awe-inspiring, but also lethal to our mortal bodies so vast that even the angels cover themselves before His radiant presence.www.outcastfory.com ••#ToWitnessNature #OceanLife #WildEarth #MajesticStorms #PowerAndBeauty #GodsGlory #DivinePresence #AweInspiring #FaithAndNature #CreationCare #HeavenlyGlory

One can start in doubt and end up discouraged, just as one can start discouraged and end up in doubt. Either way, it is almost as if doubt and discouragement are one and the same, yet they still have their differences. The Word of God says to keep your eyes on the Kingdom of Heaven, and everything else will fall into place. While this is true, the moment those blessings fall into place, we often begin to focus on them rather than on God Himself—and that is exactly when doubt or discouragement takes over.www.outcastfory.com••#FaithOverFear #TrustGod #KeepYourEyesOnHim #KingdomFirst #OvercomingDoubt #SpiritualGrowth #GodsPromises #FaithWalk #Encouragement #ChristianInspiration #FocusOnGod 

In this episode, we sit down with a recent high school graduate and future D1 soccer player. He shares openly about his faith, his perspective on his generation, and a major misconception taking hold today: the idea that we can balance our lives by canceling out a bad deed with a good one. The truth is, no amount of good works can save us; on our own, our righteousness is like filthy rags before God. True righteousness comes through Jesus Christ, trusting in Him and living out as an unworthy servant only doing what our master (God) says. ••#NewEpisode #FaithJourney #NextGen #ChristianPodcast #GospelGrace #BiblicalTruth #YouthMinistry 

The things that God plants are organic and pure. They are meant to grow and produce what they were created for. There is the spirit and the flesh. What is of the spirit pleases God, but what is of the flesh is not pleasing to Him. The flesh is the very thing that produces thorns and thistles, which will eventually choke the plant God placed within you. It is not God who does this, but rather those who contaminate it through the desires of the flesh.www.outcastfory.com ••FaithOverFear #GodIsGood #ChristianLiving #GraceUponGrace #FaithJourney #TrustGod #ScriptureOfTheDay #WalkByFaith #GratefulHeart #InHisPresence #GodsPlan #PrayerWarrior #DailyDevotional #BlessedAndGrateful #SpiritualGrowth 

Prayer, fasting, and wisdom are essential to your walk with God. Keep all three in harmony, just as the apostles did. They left us a perfect example of how prayer, fasting, and wisdom should play out in our daily faith. However, there will be moments in our walk when one might override the others—and that is exactly where things can go wrong.••#PrayerLife #FastingAndPrayer #SpiritualWisdom #WalkWithGod #FaithJourney #ChristianLiving #ApostolicExample #DailyDevotion #SpiritualDiscipline #GodlyWisdom #InHarmony #FaithOverFear #ChristianInspiration #SpiritualGrowth #SeekGodFirst #DeepenYourFaith #WalkingInWisdom #PrayerWarrior #Discipleship #FaithCommunitywww.outcastfory.com

The Lord says “For just as rain and snow fall from heaven and do not return therewithout saturating the earthand making it germinate and sprout,and providing seed to sowand food to eat, so my word that comes from my mouth will not return to me empty,but it will accomplish what I pleaseand will prosper in what I send it to do.” God’s mission will never stop, for what He says will be done no matter what. So, either you hop on God’s mission, or you will be replaced.••#GodsMission #HopOnBoard #UnstoppableFaith #GodsWill #KingdomWork #FaithInAction #GetOnBoard #DivinePurpose #TrustGodsPlan #FaithOverFear #ChristianUrgency #WalkByFaith #GodsKingdom #FaithJourney #ServantHeart #ChristianLiving #SpiritualAlignment #NoTurningBack #KingdomMindset #RadicalFaith #GodIsMoving #FaithFilled #Discipleship #PurposeDriven #TrustAndObey #ChristianEncouragement #FaithFirst #SpiritualGrowth #OnAMission #SoldOutForGod

Do you really think your plans and God’s plan are being mixed together? Or do you really think you can bend your plans into God’s plan? Absolutely not! God is the one who hands out talents and He is the one who gives purpose. We do not give ourselves talents and we do not give ourselves purpose; rather, we seek after His purpose.••#FaithOverFear #GodsPlan #TrustGod #FaithJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #ChristianLiving #DailyInspiration #DivinePurpose #WalkByFaith #GodsWill #FaithInspired #SpiritualGrowth #KingdomMindset #TrustTheProcess #FaithBlogger #ChristianCommunity #SeekFirst #GodsGrace #InspirationalQuotes #FaithWalk #Devotional #FaithFirst #HeartOfWorship #GodIsGood #Purpose #Believer #ChristianEncouragement #GraceAlone #FaithOverFeelings #TrustingGodsPlan

Godly ambition? The Word of God never speaks of such a thing, but rather tells us to make it our ambition to lead a quiet life. Ambition builds a confidence that relies entirely on whatever that ambition is striving for. But if those things are taken away, where is your confidence then? Our confidence is in Christ. The confidence we have in Christ is because we deny ourselves, take up our cross, and have faith in Him—for we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.••#GodlyAmbition #WordOfGod #QuietLife #1Thessalonians411 #FaithInChrist #ConfidenceInChrist #DenyYourself #TakeUpYourCross #Philippians413 #StrengthInHim #ChristianLiving #FaithOverFear #GospelTruth #TrustInGod #SpiritualGrowth #RootedInChrist

Ambition is an action seen everywhere—whether it is the pursuit of money, fame, or glory. It is often considered the key ingredient to reaching one’s goals. But that is the world’s standard, right? What happens when a follower of Christ introduces ambition into their mission for God? Unavoidably, human ambition leads us to turn our backs on God. In Scripture, whenever personal ambition was mixed with God’s mission, destruction and failure followed. God’s mission is for His glory; our mission is to be vessels for Him. As Paul says, make this your ambition: "to lead a quiet life."••#AmbitionIsASin #FaithOverAmbition #GodsGloryNotMine #ChristianLiving #KingdomMinded #VesselForGod  #BiblicalTruth #1Thessalonians4 #QuietLife 

We often compromise our faith; yet 'compromise' means to weaken, damage, or make something unsafe. Faith in God and the word 'compromise' do not belong together, for faith in God is not meant to be weakened, damaged, or made unsafe. Rather, we make ourselves weak. We cause damage to what we hope for and create instability through our own doubt.www.outcastfory.com ••#UncompromisingFaith #StrengthInGod #FaithOverDoubt #SpiritualFoundations #GodsWord #FaithStandard #ChristianEncouragement #HoldFast #NoCompromise #SpiritualGrowth #TrustInHim #FaithAndHope #Steadfast #BibleStudy #KingdomLiving #VictoryInChrist #OvercomingDoubt #FaithJourney #RootedInWord #ChristianMindset #GodIsFaithful #DailyBread #GraceGiven #Unshakable #SpiritualWarfare #TrustTheProcess #ScriptureDaily #FaithInspired #FaithfulLiving #ChristFollower

When we look at nature, we see that even animals have an instinct to wash and be clean. However, they can only stay clean if a source of purification is provided—which, in their case, is water. In the same way, God has provided a way for us as followers of Christ to wash our robes daily.www.outcastfory.com ••#FaithReflections #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #GodsGrace #DailyDevotion #CleanHeart #ScriptureTruth #FollowersOfChrist #BiblicalMetaphor #FaithInspiration #CreationSpeaks #ChristCentered #fyp #GraceAbounds #HealingWaters #WalkingInFaith #FaithCommunity #WashedInTheBlood #RenewedDaily #FaithJourney #GodsCreation #FaithWalk #GospelMessage

For the follower of Christ, being truly involved in God’s mission carries great weight. At the moment we thrash against His divine plan, the ripples of our choices do not stop with us; they pull at everyone within our reach. From Genesis, the ripple effect is shown to us through the actions of Adam and Eve, for we are still experiencing the consequences of the choice they made. So, to those who are on God’s mission: discern and be watchful, so that you may know the perfect will of God.••www.outcastfory.com Link is in our bio! You can listen to our podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy! ##BibleStudy #DivineMission #KingdomCalling #SpiritualLegacy #FaithInAction #AncientTruths #TheNarrowPath #RippleEffect #fyp

This episode was recorded during a Bible study. We discuss the Book of Luke, specifically where Christ says, 'To whom much is given, much is required.' This is a passage every believer should pay attention to, as it reminds us that the more God bestows upon us, the more He will hold us accountable.••Link is in our bio! You can listen to our podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy! ##BibleStudy #GospelOfLuke #WordOfGod #FaithJourney #Luke #ScriptureDeepDive #ChristianPodcast #Discipleship #Accountability #GodsGrace #BiblicalTeaching #SpiritualGrowth #BlessedToServe #KingdomLiving #FaithInAction #StudyTheWord #ChristianLiving #GratefulHeart #StewardsOfGrace #BibleVerseOfTheDay #fyp #TheMoreYouKnow #ChristFollower #FaithCommunity #BibleStudyGroup #SpiritualAccountability 

In life, we all sit back and calculate everything for the possibility of a certain outcome. But when one comes to Christ, Christ tells His followers to hate their lives and surrender all their possessions. For those who plan for their own lives cannot be salt in the world; they are instead useless salt, only good to be trampled underfoot. ••Link is in our bio! You can listen to our podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy! #FaithWalk #ChristianLiving #SurrenderAll #SaltAndLight #GospelTruth #Discipleship #BiblicalWisdom #KingdomMindset #TrustGod #SpiritualGrowth #FollowChrist #LivingSacrifice #GraceAlone #FaithOverFear #ChristCentered #DevotionalThoughts #TheGreatCommission #PurposeDriven #InHisSteps #SaltOfTheEarth

Do we truly have free will, or are we simply confusing it with the ability to make choices? To possess true free will would mean existing outside of any predetermined outcome—the power to will yourself into any state of being. Yet, that is not our reality. In the end, we are bound to one of two fates: eternal condemnation or eternal life. Our 'freedom' is limited to the choice we make between two outcomes we cannot escape. So, choose wisely.••Link is in our bio! You can listen to our podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Enjoy! ##FreeWill #Faith #Christianity #EternalLife #Theology #ChooseWisely #Truth #Eternity #SpiritualGrowth #Salvation #Gospel #Philosophy #BiblicalTruth #HeavenOrHell #GodsWill #DailyReflection #ChristianLiving #FaithOverFear #Destiny #TheGreatCommission #fyp #choice 

Thank you to all who have been listening!  This is our 100th episode , and from the first episode to this milestone, it’s been a tremendous blessing . All glory to God for the wisdom and understanding He has provided. Stay tuned for Season 2 , where we’ll go into much deeper topics. The topics we’ll explore are the very reason we named our podcast Outcast. ..www.outcastfory.com

Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.” When we seek bread to eat, we do everything to obtain it. The question is: Do we make Him the bread of our lives?

The Holy Spirit will lead you to people—never by coincidence. In this episode, we share how God led us to a brother in Christ and the experiences that followed.

Christ said “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” In your walk with God, you nourish yourself with His Word—true sustenance for the spirit. Walk and think in the Spirit.

Gathering is important—never stop gathering.  But the four walls are  not the journey. The journey is to do what God has called you to do, even if that means leaving the four walls of the church. Yet, this is not to pursue selfish ambitions but to pursue the things of God.  

What happens when you turn to Christ?  You become a new creature. The things you learned from the world, you will now start to unlearn. The Holy Spirit will teach you, and you will discover what is truth, what is holy, what is life, and what is love.

Temptation is unavoidable. We all get tempted in many ways. When one struggles, it is because temptation is being acted upon, and their faith is based on their own strength. But when one suffers, it is because they are resisting temptation, placing their trust in God. The result is victory through Jesus Christ, who helps us overcome all things.

God commands us to deny ourselves if we want to follow Him. God sending His one and only Son was an act of love due to the fact that we are incapable of meeting God's standards. For God is a holy God, and He will execute His judgment. For that reason, He sent His Son and gifts us with eternal life.

We, as humans, rely on the elements of the Earth, which are water, wind, earth, and fire. As Christians, sometimes we want to fight back with the physical elements of the Earth, but the scripture in the Bible teaches us that this is not a battle of flesh and blood, but of the spirit. We should rely on the spiritual things that God has placed before us, such as prayer, scripture, and fasting. Jesus, while being tempted, did not fight with earthly things; instead, He fought spiritually.

God, the Creator of all things, makes Himself known through nature. Being present and meditating in His creation can offer rich lessons of wisdom and understanding. Many have their minds in the future, past, or both, and they believe they are receiving wisdom; however, it is often earthly wisdom that is taught by the mind of man.

Is God a coping mechanism, or is He your Lord and Savior? Many tend to play hide and seek with God, coming to Him as if He is a bandage or something temporary. However, there are those who, no matter what happens, see God as the one and only true living God!...www.outcastfory.com

In this episode, we talk about how we relocated the podcast, and how God has shown us things through Scripture and His Word. We touch a little bit on the law and the flesh. Stay tuned for more episodes!

A letter from John: As the body of Christ, we should all be in agreement with the truth. However, one who remains in the truth and abides in the truth does not tolerate evil. It is important to judge righteously and to call out what is evil. Are we not children of the true, righteous, holy God?..www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: Be aware of those who add to the Word of God, for their hearts condemn them all day long. Keep your confidence in God, and have faith in God and all that He is. Do not tolerate those who do evil; rather, pray for them and correct them. But if they don’t listen, wipe the dust off your feet and move on...www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: Who is it that claims God's commandments are burdensome? Isn't the first commandment to love God with all your heart, mind, and soul? Those who perceive God's commands as a burden are often the ones who love the world and the things of the world. After all, how can love feel like a heavy burden?..www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: Test all spirits, for the world has become more deceitful than ever. However, there are spirits that come from God that will be a test of our obedience and faith in God. Remain strong and be vigilant.www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: For the one who has confidence in God lacks nothing and is stable. However, the one who is tossed about like the waves is the one who is condemned by their own heart...www,outcastfory.com

A letter from John: The one who knows the truth, how can one lie about the truth? Impossible! The only way to go against the truth is to deny it. Whoever confesses that Jesus is Lord but then goes against His teachings is an antichrist. Woe to you who believes but denies!..www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: The love of the Father is not displayed by reading and memorizing His commands. Rather, it is kept imprinted in the heart; naturally, the fruits will show. The one who does not have the love of the Father and walks in darkness stumbles naturally...www.outcastfory.com

A letter from John: John, an eyewitness of God, is writing to the brothers and sisters of Christ. God is absolute truth and honesty; therefore, we must also walk in the light of truth and honesty.www.outcastfory.com

The Word of God was revealed during specific times, moments, and events. Some parts of Scripture are relevant to us as we live through them, while others pertain to those who experienced the events Paul wrote about. However, we must never lose sight of the fundamental teachings of Jesus.

To do or want to do things for God is always a good thing. However, we have this mystery in our flesh, where our hearts can deceive us into thinking we are capable, but only God knows the depth of our hearts. Jesus asked Peter, "Do you love me?" and Peter responded with, "I am willing to die for you," but he ended up denying Christ and then the rooster crowed. We must be honest with God, for He will not condemn our honesty; rather, He will prepare us for the journey He has for us.

A letter written by James: the last and final few verses of James 5. "But let your 'yes' mean 'yes’, and your 'no' mean 'no’, so that you won't fall under judgment." Have faith in what you say "yes" to, and do not be double-minded in your ways. If you are, do not expect anything.www.outcastfory.com

A letter written by James: A warning to the rich. Being rich is not a sin, but the love of money is what corrupts a person from within. God calls us to be humble and not to worry about the day of tomorrow, but it is impossible to be present if one loves money...www.outcastfory.com

A letter written by James: We are created to be in the present. It is easy to try to plan for tomorrow, but the fact is that we do not know what tomorrow will bring...www.outcastfory.com