RIOT Podcast

In this episode of our Christian podcast, we dive into a profound and timeless calling: holiness. Building on last week's discussion about resetting our lives, we explore the biblical foundation and practical application of being set apart for God.Drawing from 1 Peter 1:13-16, we unpack what it means to live a holy life, as Peter urges believers to prepare their minds for action, set their hope on God’s grace, and live as obedient children. We'll discuss:1. The Holiness of God: How His perfection and otherness shape His love, mercy, and justice.2. Is Holiness Possible?: The role of Christ and the Holy Spirit in our pursuit of holiness.3. Practical Steps for Holy Living: Insights from Romans 12:2, Titus 3:5, and 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 to help us cultivate a lifestyle that glorifies God.Visit our website https://riotpodcast.co/

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀?Welcome to today’s audio! We’re tackling a bold topic: “𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀” and diving deep into the critical differences between religion and a relationship with God.𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻:🔹 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁: How man-made rules and rituals can distract from truly knowing God.🔹 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Christianity is about walking in obedience to Jesus, not performing works to earn salvation.🔹 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗴𝗲: How to move beyond lifeless rituals to experience authentic faith and grace.🔹 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: What the Bible says about religious practices versus a true connection with Christ (e.g., 1 John 2:1-6, Matthew 7:21-23).Visit our website https://riotpodcast.co/

Do you believe Jesus is purposeful in His interactions with you, just as He was with the man at the Pool of Bethesda? What might God be calling you to do in response to His healing power?In this audio, we dive deep into the story of the man healed at the Pool of Bethesda, found in 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝟓:𝟏-𝟏𝟓. Jesus performs a miraculous healing, but there's much more to this encounter than meets the eye.In today's teaching, we explore the background of the Pool of Bethesda, located near the sheep gate in Jerusalem, and its spiritual significance. We unpack the meaning behind Jesus’ interactions with the crippled man and why He healed him in such a purposeful way. Visit https://riotpodcast.co/.

Can family drama ever lead to something greater in God's plan?In this episode, we dive into Genesis 29:31, continuing our deep dive into the life of Jacob. After our special one-off episodes, we’re excited to return to Genesis, where Jacob's family drama takes center stage. Now married to Leah and Rachel, Jacob faces challenges as his polygamous marriage stirs jealousy, heartache, and competition among the wives. This complex family dynamic becomes even more complicated with the involvement of four different women, leading to the birth of the twelve tribes of Israel.We'll explore how God works through Jacob's family despite the mess and strife, fulfilling His promise of numerous descendants. From Leah's struggle for affection to Rachel’s prayers being answered, we’ll unpack the biblical significance of parenthood and the divine stewardship of building a family. We’ll also discuss how Jacob's faith, despite the challenges, brought about God’s blessings. Visit our website https://riotpodcast.co/.