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Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk

by C.M. Alvarez

Religion

Christ came to earth, died, and rose again not only to enable us to have eternal salvation but so that we can live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit filled by the peace of God and free from bondage and oppression. This podcast discusses what the life actually looks like with interviews with every day saints on the street and discussion on various topics. Join us for the adventure! Subscribe to the podcast, get updates at http://raisedtowalk.org/news,

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Episodes

  1. Celebrating the Prince of Peace

    The Advent season is a celebration of the coming of the Prince of Peace. Some Sunday thoughts on the third week of Advent.

  2. The Appeal of the Gospel

    What makes a person decide to become a Christian, especially in a country where they face persecution. Some Sunday thoughts on the appeal of the Gospel.

  3. Jesus: A Person, Not A Gig

    Often the church is focused on numbers and programs. But Christianity is about Jesus, and Jesus is a person, not a gig. Some Sunday thoughts.

  4. Thankfulness vs Gratitude

    We are wrapping up a holiday focused on thankfulness. But do we really understand what it means. Some Sunday thoughts.

  5. The Danger of Misdirection

    Sometimes an opportunity will seem like a good thing, but it is actually misdirection. Some Sunday thoughts.

  6. Watching Out for Snakes

    There are always snakes lurking and it's important to be on guard. Some Sunday thoughts.

  7. The Importance of Empathy

    Empathy isn't just a word in the dictionary, we should be putting it into practice. What does empathy look like and where is the lack. Some Sunday thoughts.

  8. Where is your trust?

    We are saved by faith, and faith is trust that commits ... but where are we really putting our trust? Some Sunday thoughts.

  9. Fighting Oppression

    We often think the "good" life is easy and free of trials. But Some Sunday thoughts.

  10. The Unexpected Journey: Where will your journey end?

    We like to make plans and be certain of the results, to know what is coming around the corner. Some Sunday thoughts.

  11. Blocked Blessings

    There are many promises from the Lord in Scripture that he will bless his people. But what happens when we block those blessings? Some Sunday thoughts.

  12. Missed Opportunities

    Sometimes we complain that our life isn't the way that we want, but is it the way it is because we've missed opportunities for something else? Some Sunday thoughts.

  13. The Blessing in Associations

    You can do good work on your own, but for great work, you need a team. Continuing the conversation on the importance and impact of associations. Some Sunday thoughts.

  14. The Danger of Associations

    One of the youth pastors at my church used to say, “You are who you run with.” A succinct way of warning against the dangers of associations. Who are we running with? Some Sunday thoughts.

  15. When Hope is Deferred

    There is a Proverb which states “hope deferred makes the heart sick.” (Proverbs 13 12) This exactly describes the situation of Afghan refugees Some Sunday thoughts on the two year anniversary of the NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan.

  16. The Problem with Christian Nihilism

    There is a lot of discussion today about the dangers of Christian nationalism. But I think the real problem is Christian nihilism. What is it? Some Sunday thoughts.

  17. Does anyone want what you have?

    The Great Commission is to “go and make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 28:18-20). This is a foundational belief of the evangelical church. We are to spread the Good News. But what if someone doesn’t want to hear your “Good News” or what you think they should have? Is the problem with them?...

  18. A Warning: God Shows No Partiality

    It is written in Deuteronomy 10:17, ““For the LORD your God is the God of gods and Lord of lords. He is the great God, the mighty and awesome God, who shows no partiality and cannot be bribed.” So why do so many Christians act like he does? Some Sunday thoughts.

  19. Hoping in the Lord

    Sometimes we read passages in the Bible and simply gloss over the words. What did the words really mean to the writer and what do they mean to you when you’re looking for hope. Sunday thoughts on Psalm 31.

  20. What it Means to Fight to Win

    There is a lot of wrong done, and very little of it is hidden. Often it is brazen and out in the open. So why does it continue? Because very few people are willing to say or do something about it. It is far more comfortable to be a coward.

  21. Is it “peace” or cowardice?

    There is a lot of wrong done, and very little of it is hidden. Often it is brazen and out in the open. So why does it continue? Because very few people are willing to say or do something about it. It is far more comfortable to be a coward.

  22. The Destruction of Detachment

    What happens when we just don’t care? Much of the situation in Afghanistan can be explained by the detachment of those who should care.

  23. Hope is not delusion

    When you’re hard situation, you have to have hope to make it through. But hope is not delusion. How do we know when our hope is reasonable. Some Sunday thoughts.

  24. Cheap Talk & Faith without Works

    There is a saying “talk is cheap.” We can say anything, but what we actually believe and who we are is shown by what we do. James says essentially the same thing in James 2-26 when he writes, “faith without works is dead.”

  25. What is the End-Time Delusion?

    It’s been a week of disclosures in the U.S., but do those revelations change anyone’s mind? The dangers of choosing delusion over truth.

  26. Are You Guilty?

    We are very quick to point out what other people are doing (or have done) wrong, but are your hands clean? Are you equally guilty?

  27. How our School Board prepared me for the Taliban

    Afghanistan isn’t the only place shady people are in control. Thoughts for the day: how the actions for our school board prepared me for the Taliban.

  28. Standing Your Ground: When Life Seems Overwhelming

    When life seems overwhelming, sometimes all you can do is stand your ground. Some Sunday thoughts and an update on Kabul Hope.

  29. How God Speaks: Recognizing His Voice

    When we are looking for direction and seeking answers from God, how does God speak and how do we recognize his voice? We've been talking about recognizing manipulation as well as recognizing manipulators. I share a few more common characteristics of manipulators.

  30. Recognizing Manipulators: Being On Guard

    Continuing the theme from last week’s discussion about manipulation, this week is about recognizing manipulators, real world examples, the consequences, and how to address it

  31. Recognizing Manipulation: Propaganda & Politics

    The theme of this week has been all about manipulation. I’ve experienced it personally, there is massive media manipulation going on regarding the debate about the international community as a whole and the U.S. specifically recognizing the Taliban. Just some thoughts.

  32. The Covenant Movie: Fact vs Fiction

    The movie “Covenant” with Jake Gyllenhaul came out this week. Is the movie an accurate portrayal of situation?

  33. Faithful Promise versus False Hopes

    Everyone likes to claim credit, but very few like to pay the cost. Why it’s important to be faithful to the promises we make.

  34. The Path of Betrayal

    Much of Easter week is a reflection on the path of betrayal that Jesus walked. Some Sunday thoughts the day before Easter.

  35. Light in the Darkness by Charlotte Thomason

    Light in the Darkness is a 25-day devotional for trauma survivors written by Charlotte Thomason. Watch an interview on the inspiration behind the book.

  36. The Real Horror

    What is the real horror in life? When you think you're good, but don't even know what you're missing.

  37. The Connection Between Fear & Idolatry

    We experience fear because of things we cannot control. What is the connection between fear and idolatry?

  38. When We’re Reaping the Whirlwind

    The prophet Hosea wrote, “Those that sow the wind shall reap the whirlwind.” What does that mean and what whirlwind is the U.S. reaping?

  39. The Dangers of the Comfortable Middle

    Who really are the people who are the farthest away from God? Sometimes it is the people in the comfortable middle.

  40. Watching Out for Mergers

    When things start going your way, suddenly everyone wants to be in your lane. The importance of watching out for mergers. Some Sunday thoughts.

  41. Are Some People Beyond Salvation?

    The Great Commission is to take the Gospel to all the nations, but are some people beyond salvation? Some Sunday thoughts.

  42. On Faith and Community

    The Christian life is not only about being in communion and fellowship with God, but also with others. Some Sunday thoughts.

  43. Sunday Thoughts: On Individualism and “Stuff”

    In America, often we are all about ourselves and we think we accomplish things on our own. But is that how we are supposed to operate within the body of Christ. Some thoughts on individualism.

  44. Would you be able to defend your faith if your life depended on it?

    Would you be able to defend your faith if your life depended on it?

  45. When It Seems Like Your Efforts are Falling on Dry Ground

    When you see the long awaited for answer to prayer. An update on Kabul Hope.

About this show

Christ came to earth, died, and rose again not only to enable us to have eternal salvation but so that we can live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit filled by the peace of God and free from bondage and oppression.

This podcast discusses what the life actually looks like with interviews with every day saints on the street and discussion on various topics.

Join us for the adventure! Subscribe to the podcast, get updates at http://raisedtowalk.org/news,

Hosted by

C.M. Alvarez

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk have?

Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk has 45 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 24, 2023.

What is Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk about?

Christ came to earth, died, and rose again not only to enable us to have eternal salvation but so that we can live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit filled by the peace of God and free from bondage and oppression. This podcast discusses what the life actually looks like with interviews with every...

How often does Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk release new episodes?

Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk publishes weekly, based on its 45 episodes since January 2023.

Who hosts Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk?

Sunday Thoughts from Raised to Walk is created and hosted by C.M. Alvarez.
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