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In this message, Adrian Rogers reveals the secret of satisfaction found in Psalm 23. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/135/29?v=20251111

This is Ken Ham, editor of the best-selling apologetics series, The New Answers Books. Today we’re finish our series on how you can encourage your family to stand on the authority of God’s Word. We’ve discussed reading, memorizing, talking about, and rejoicing in it. Now what do all these things have in common? Well, they keep the Bible as a constant companion in your home. When the Bible is held in this place, you and your family will welcome its authority in your life, and it will have the final say. When you are constantly reading, memorizing, discussing, and rejoicing in God’s Word, you’ll know what it says and can apply what you’ve learned. God’s Word becomes the standard—the authority—by which you think. Dig Deeper Is the Bible at Home in Your Family? A Biblical Authority Ministry!

Have Republicans made a losing bet by siding with Christian Nationalists going into the midterm elections? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Faith in Culture The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, October 2, 2026

Doris Nicholson shares with us her true story.Visit our podcast website to learn more about this ministry, unshackledpodcast.org.

Listen to today's Laugh Again with Phil Callaway, "Return Policy." Enjoy!

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What if one of the clearest signs of generosity isn’t simply how much we give, but how deeply we desire to participate?In 2 Corinthians 8, the apostle Paul describes a group of believers whose generosity was remarkable—not because they had abundant resources, but because they were eager to give even amid significant hardship.Their example shows us what happens when grace transforms the heart.Generosity in the Midst of HardshipPaul is writing to encourage the church in Corinth to participate in a collection for believers in Jerusalem who were experiencing severe need. To encourage them, he points to the churches of Macedonia.But the Macedonians weren’t wealthy benefactors with plenty to spare. Paul writes:“We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, begging us earnestly for the favor of taking part in the relief of the saints.” - 2 Corinthians 8:1–4Paul describes their circumstances in striking terms: severe affliction and extreme poverty. Yet alongside those circumstances was an “abundance of joy,” and somehow the combination overflowed into generosity.Perhaps the most surprising detail is that they begged to give.Paul wasn’t begging them for money. They were asking Paul for the privilege of participating.From Obligation to OpportunityThat posture can feel unfamiliar. Even within the church, giving can easily begin to feel like another financial obligation—a bill to pay, a percentage to calculate, or a requirement to satisfy. The question becomes, “How much am I supposed to give?”The Macedonians appear to be asking a very different question: How can we be part of this?They knew their brothers and sisters were suffering, and they didn’t want their own difficult circumstances to prevent them from participating in their care.Paul tells us where that desire came from. He begins the passage not by praising the impressive generosity of the Macedonians, but by saying, “We want you to know…about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia.”Their generosity was evidence of God’s grace at work in them. Verse 5 takes us even deeper: “They gave themselves first to the Lord.”That came before the money. Before offering their resources, they had entrusted themselves to God.Grace Changes What We TreasureWhen we understand that we belong to Christ and that everything we have ultimately comes from His hand, generosity looks different. It becomes less about losing something and more about participating in what God is doing.That doesn’t mean Scripture calls Christians to give recklessly or neglect legitimate responsibilities. Paul provides important balance later in the same chapter:“For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have.” - 2 Corinthians 8:12Paul continues by explaining that his goal is not for some believers to be relieved while others are left burdened. Rather, he describes a kind of mutual care in which one person’s abundance can meet another person’s need.So the point of the Macedonians’ example is not that everyone should give beyond what they can responsibly afford. The deeper lesson is about the posture of the heart.Do I primarily see generosity as something being taken from me, or as an opportunity God may be placing before me?When I encounter someone in need, is my first instinct to protect what is mine, or am I willing to ask whether God has entrusted me with something I can share?The Macedonians’ c

October 2– Morning by C. H. Spurgeon, revised and edited by W. C. Neff“The hope that is laid up for you in heaven.” —Colossians 1:5Send us Fan MailSupport the showGet a copy of the book, Morning by Morning TODAY (contains all of the Daily Readings)Donate to Morning & Evening to support this Podcast. Thank you!

Have you noticed how problems always seem bigger in the middle of the night? They can overwhelm us. They can rob us of sleep and steal our peace. In the middle of the night, when we can’t figure out what to do, we need to remember that God works the night shift. He’s up all night anyway, why not cast our cares on Him? Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie returns to the Sermon on the Mount for great reassurance from Jesus Himself for worry-free days and restful nights. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Listen to Today's Devotion The father may have thought he was walking the road to Capernaum all alone. Quite the contrary. Christ had supernaturally gone into the nobleman’s residence and not only healed the son, but also won the hearts of the entire household. Was the father’s prayer answered? By all means! It was answered in a manner greater than he had requested. Yours will be as well. Perhaps the answer will come this side of heaven. Perhaps it awaits you on the other side. Either way, this story urges you and me to keep walking and believing in our God who is our ever-present help in trouble. Ever-present. You’ll never be put on hold or told to check back later. Ever-present. As near as your next breath. Ever-present help. He is here to help. That’s the message of this miracle. That’s the message of the Gospel. Remember friends, you are never alone. Read more You Are Never Alone: Trust in the Miracle of God's Presence & Power For more inspirational messages please visit Max Lucado.

I’ve been challenging you to become intentional about praying at all times about everything. Just talking to God all day long. He’s with you at all times, so why not take advantage of that and talk to him at all times. One of the difficulties we have with praying at all times is that our lives are full of distractions, and in the last few decades, that has become an increasingly real issue. In addition to praying with our eyes wide open through our entire day, busy or not, we do need times when we put the distractions aside and turn them off while we communicate with God. It is not uncommon for me to work on my computer at home. It’s there, all my work is there, so I am often found sitting in my home with a computer in my lap, working or surfing the internet or texting or something. When my husband was alive, he would begin a conversation with me, which I would catch maybe halfway through because I was distracted by my computer. And he often said, “Can you just put that away for a minute so I can talk to you?” I wonder how often God thinks the same thing about me. “Mary, can you just put those distractions aside long enough to give me your full attention and talk to me and listen to me?” Honestly, I think we have to be even more proactive in guarding and keeping our prayer time with God than in former days because there are so many gadgets all around us, making noise, interrupting our thoughts, demanding our attention. A few years ago, our pastor challenged us to turn off all electronics for three days. Unless our work demanded it, we were asked to turn off televisions, radios, computers, smart phones, all the things that demand so much of our attention in a normal day. Let me tell you, it was not easy to do at first. The silence was deafening. But those who took part in this agreed that we came to love the quietness and it reduced our stress. Of course, it gave us more opportunities to communicate with the Lord, to recognize his presence, and keep the conversation going with him. So, praying at all times is learning to pray in the midst of our busy lives, in crowded places and public arenas. As Paul wrote to the Ephesians, it is learning to pray: in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people (Ephesians 6:18).

When you have a commercial flight to catch at a major airport, it's important to pay attention. There are so many flights, so many gates, so many people, and there's only one plane you want to board; the one that's going to your destination. Right? Well, I guess folks must have made mistakes over the years. I mean, that's got to be the reason the boarding agent or the flight attendant gets on the plane and often says something like this: "This is a destination check. You're on Flight 88 to Atlanta. If Atlanta is not your destination today, this would be a good time for you to deplane." Yeah, I guess. In other words, this buggy ain't going where you want to end up! I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "The Most Surprised People in Hell." It's one of the most chilling truths in the Bible: there are people who are sure their destination is going to be heaven and they're never going to get there. Unless, you might say, they get off the wrong plane and get on the right plane. Would you listen to these sobering words from Jesus Himself in Luke 13, beginning with verse 24. It's our word for today from the Word of God. "Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able to. Once the owner of the house gets up and closes the door, you will stand outside knocking and pleading, 'Sir, open the door for us.' But He will answer, 'I don't know you' ... Then you will say, 'We ate and drank with You, and You taught in our streets.' But He will reply, 'I don't know you or where you come from. Away from Me...'" Jesus then concludes by describing this heartbreaking scene: "There will be weeping there, and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves thrust out." These are tough verses, but they're here so none of us will end up being one of the most surprised people in hell. They're here because Jesus loves us too much to let us live and die with the spiritual fantasy that we're ready for eternity when we are not. It is dangerously easy to know all the "Jesus words" and still miss Jesus; to have Him in your head, but not in your heart, to be in a religion that's all about Jesus, but miss Jesus, to have lots of Christianity but never have Christ. It's easy to mistake agreeing with Jesus for commitment to Jesus. I have a number of friends that I agree with on many things, but I'm not married to them. You know, my marriage to my wife was not because of my agreement with her, but because of my total commitment to her. It's the same with Jesus. The question is this: Has there been a time in your life when you have consciously given yourself completely to Jesus, when you've committed yourself to live for the One who died for your sins? If you know you've done that, you belong to Jesus. If you don't know you've done that, you probably haven't. And you probably need to sooner rather than later. Heaven and hell are nothing to gamble with. Please don't let your religious pride cost you heaven. Tell Jesus this very day, "Lord, I've known about you a long time, I've never really known You. But I want to, beginning right now. I'm putting my trust in You and not in my Christianity. I know I’ll never get to heaven without Your forgiveness. All my trust is in You, Jesus and what You did on the cross to erase my sins. Beginning today, Jesus, I am Yours." Wow! This could be the for real day when you really know Him for real. Get it settled. Let's get this done while you're hearing His voice in your heart. I would encourage you to go to our website - ANewStory.com. It's all about securing your relationship with Jesus Christ and you need that right now. It's time for an eternal destination check whi

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Read: Galatians 3:26; Ephesians 1:3-6; 1 John 3:1-2 Mai sat quietly at the dinner table, poking at her rice with her chopsticks. Usually she loved dinner—especially when her dad made his special noodle stir-fry—but tonight, nothing tasted good. “Mai, sweetheart, you’ve barely touched your food. Is everything all right?” Mum asked. Mai’s chest tightened. “I don’t want to do the presentation about Japan,” she blurted, tears stinging her eyes. “I don’t even like my culture!” Her parents exchanged a worried glance. Before either could speak, Mai pushed back her chair and ran to her room. A few minutes later, there was a soft knock on her bedroom door. “May I come in?” her mum asked gently. Mai sniffled but nodded. Her mum sat beside her on the bed. “What’s really bothering you?” she asked. Mai hesitated. “I don’t look like you and Dad,” she finally admitted. “Everyone will think it’s weird. You both have blonde hair and blue eyes, and I have black hair and dark eyes. I look different because I’m adopted!” Mum smiled and tucked a strand of Mai’s hair behind her ear. “You know, Mai, we are different in some ways,” she said, “but do you know what you and your dad and I have in common?” Mai shook her head. “We’re all adopted,” her mum said. Mai blinked in surprise. “We are?” “When Jesus died on the cross, He made a way for us to become God’s children,” Mum explained. “No matter where we’re from, what we look like, He says, ‘You are My child, and I love you.’” Mai frowned. “So…God adopted me too?” “Yes. He chose you before you were born, and when you put your faith in Jesus, you became His child. And He loves you more than you could ever imagine. One day, Jesus is coming back to take all God’s children home. And you, my sweet girl, are part of that forever family.” Mai wiped her eyes. “Mum,” she said, “can you tell me everything about Japan? I want to know where I come from.” Mum’s face lit up. “I’d love to.” And as they sat together, sharing stories and memories, Mai felt grateful to be part of God’s big, wonderful family. –Esther Espinoza How about you? Did you know that God loves you so much He sent His Son, Jesus, to die for you and make you His child? If you’ve put your faith in Him, you’re part of God’s big family. No matter who you are or where you’re from, God says, “You are Mine!” He is always with you, and one day Jesus will come back and all God’s children will live with Him forever! Today’s key verse: God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:5 (NLT) Today’s key thought: God our Father adopted us

Share a commentIf “love” is everywhere, why does it feel so thin? We dig into agape, the kind of love Scripture treats as the finishing touch of spiritual maturity and the one quality that keeps everything else from going off the rails. Peter’s list in 2 Peter 1 stacks up virtues like knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, and godliness, then lands on love as the crown. We talk about why that matters: without agape, knowledge quietly turns into pride, virtue hardens into legalism, and perseverance becomes self-preservation.We also slow down and compare the common Greek words for love. Storge is family affection, philia is friendship built on shared interests, and eros is sexual desire that needs commitment to avoid becoming selfish and disposable. Then we get to the surprise: the New Testament keeps choosing agape, a word the surrounding culture barely used, because it points to a supernatural, learned way of living that doesn’t rise naturally in us.From there we step into 1 Corinthians 13 and let Paul confront us. You can be gifted, eloquent, and loaded with Bible knowledge, but without love you’re just making noise, and without love you’re nothing. That lens changes how we speak, how we serve, and even how we post online, where bragging can become “helpful content” and envy can hide behind a smile. If you want a clearer, more practical picture of biblical love that shows up in patience, kindness, humility, and self-giving action, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with what challenged you most.Learn more about twenty-five years of global impact, and reserve tickets to our gala. https://www.wisdomonline.org/mp/25 Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show

Share a commentA year’s salary in a tiny bottle, poured out in a single moment, and the whole house smells like it. That’s the scene we walk through as Jesus arrives in Bethany just before Passover, shares a meal with friends, and receives a gift that still stops readers in their tracks. Mary anoints Jesus’ feet with pure nard and wipes them with her hair, an act of humble, sacrificial worship that says more than words ever could. We slow down to unpack why this matters: Mary’s gift quietly honors Jesus’ coming burial, boldly treats him like a King, and challenges our instinct to keep devotion “reasonable.” We also look at the hard interruption from Judas, whose complaint sounds charitable but is exposed as hypocrisy and greed. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell the difference between real compassion and performative virtue, this passage in John 12 gives a clear diagnostic. Then we connect the “fragrance” theme to everyday life through the story of a teacher, Mrs. Thompson, and a hurting boy named Teddy Stoddard. A small, costly kindness becomes a turning point he carries for decades, showing how love poured out in the moment can echo for a lifetime. We end by asking what our own “alabaster jar” might be, whether that’s time, talent, money, attention, or courage, and who might be blessed by it. If this encouraged or challenged you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it. What would it look like for you to do a “beautiful thing” this week?Learn more about twenty-five years of global impact, and reserve tickets to our gala. https://www.wisdomonline.org/mp/25 Learn more at https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show

After getting fired from his job without prior notice, Wil became so depressed that he admitted himself into an inpatient mental health facility. Then one day, after weeks with no progress, he was taking his daily walk when his therapist, seeing him, smiled and called out, “I bet I’ll beat you to the community room.” Wil recalls, “That small act triggered something inside of me.”

What will you leave to the next generation, and will they be prepared to steward it well? A faithful wealth transfer involves more than deciding who gets what. In Scripture, David prepared Solomon not only with resources, but also with wisdom, purpose, and responsibility. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Dr. Kelly Rush explore David’s example about passing wealth well. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live, biblical wisdom for your financial journey. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a convicted felon, Jermaine Wilson became a Christ-follower through a Prison Fellowship program and now discusses his changed life with Wayne Shepherd.  (click for more…)         Website:  www.prisonfellowship.org/story/the-spiritual-awakening-of-jermaine-wilson/Jermaine Wilson, now mission ambassador for Prison Fellowship, describes growing up in government housing with a teenage mother and a father who struggled with addiction. He began using drugs at 11 and committed his first crime at 12, seeking the acceptance he lacked at home. He spent four years in juvenile corrections, where he joined a gang, and after release he returned to drugs and crime. That led to a three-year adult prison sentence for narcotics possession, served when his son was eight months old. During that sentence, facing the prospect of his son repeating his path and with family visits suddenly stopping, he joined Prison Fellowship's program, surrendered his life to Jesus, and saw his family restored. After release, the church and Prison Fellowship volunteers gave him and his family food, housing, and jobs. He had his record expunged and later served as mayor of Leavenworth, Kansas. He now shares his story with inmates and lawmakers and urges listeners to volunteer with Prison Fellowship, especially its Angel Tree program, and to extend grace to people who have been incarcerated.                                                             NEXT WEEK:  Brad WilleySend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

In this message, Adrian Rogers reveals the secret of satisfaction found in Psalm 23. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/135/29?v=20251111

Jack Willis shares with us his true story.Visit our podcast website to learn more about this ministry, unshackledpodcast.org.

This is Ken Ham, the CEO of the ministry behind the popular Answers Bible Curriculum. The Bible is different from any other book. God’s Word is a fountain of wisdom, it details God’s sovereign acts throughout history, lays out the plan of redemption, and even tells how the cosmos will ultimately end. It’s God’s perfect revelation to us. And reading the Word of the sovereign Creator should give us comfort, peace, and hope as we face worrisome circumstances or scary times. The psalmist writes that he delights in God’s testimonies as much as he delights in riches. Do you rejoice in God’s Word? Does it warm your heart and bring you hope? It should! And you should be sharing that with your family. Dig Deeper Is the Bible at Home in Your Family? General Revelation, Special Revelation, the Gospel, and Science

Pluralism, Secular, Democracy... what are the new Humanists trying to do with all of these buzzwords? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Faith in Culture The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026

In the Psalms, the most powerful emotions of the human experience are distilled into the most profound expressions of faith, hope, and healing, making this ancient collection of poems and writings a timeless and universal source of comfort and inspiration.

A man who'd just seen God answer his biggest prayer fell apart the very next day, and what God did next reveals what exhaustion, faith, and our hardest days actually need.

Spectators at a race often shout, "Keep going!" to motivate the athletes. That's also great advice for anyone who feels emotionally, mentally, or spiritually exhausted from running the marathon of life. Join Pastor Rick as he reminds us that God will give us the power we need to finish what he has called us to do.

Listen to today's Laugh Again with Phil Callaway, "Fear Factor." Enjoy!

How many of us have worried a problem away? We spent hours wracked with anxiety, and that did it! Problem solved. No, not likely. Author Erma Bombeck famously said, “Worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere.” Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out that it’s actually possible to live a worry-free life. We’ll see where to focus our eyes instead. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will you leave to the next generation—and will they be prepared to steward it well?A faithful wealth transfer involves more than deciding who gets what. It means thinking carefully about the people who will receive those resources and whether they have the wisdom, maturity, and spiritual foundation to handle them faithfully.Dr. Kelly Rush, Professor of Finance, Financial Planning Program Coordinator, and Chair of Business and Technology at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, points to David and Solomon as a compelling biblical example. Rush, who also serves on the board of Kingdom Advisors, says David did more than accumulate resources for his son. He prepared Solomon for both great wealth and great responsibility.David knew Solomon would eventually build the temple in Jerusalem. So before transferring tremendous resources, David helped prepare his son for the work ahead.His example offers families four important principles for thinking about wealth transfer today.1. Pursue Unity Before Making a PlanThe first principle is unity: husbands and wives should agree on their plans for transferring wealth.We see this in 1 Kings 1. As David neared the end of his life, his son Adonijah attempted to establish himself as king. Bathsheba approached David and reminded him of the commitment concerning Solomon. David acted, and Solomon was publicly established as his successor.For families today, the circumstances are obviously very different, but the underlying principle remains valuable. Parents should work toward a shared vision for what they hope their wealth will accomplish and how it will eventually be distributed.That unity can clarify the plan for the entire family. Children and other heirs are less likely to receive conflicting messages when parents have already worked through difficult questions together.Before asking, “How much should we leave?” couples may need to begin with a more fundamental question: “Are we united about what we hope this wealth will accomplish?”2. Transfer Wisdom Before WealthAssets will eventually change hands. The larger question is whether wisdom will accompany them.David understood that Solomon needed more than resources. He needed spiritual and practical preparation.David prayed that God would give Solomon wisdom and understanding, and he personally instructed his son to know the Lord and serve Him wholeheartedly. He also gave Solomon detailed plans for the temple and prepared him for the responsibilities he would inherit.In other words, David did not simply leave Solomon a fortune and expect him to figure things out.Parents today have a similar opportunity. Children and grandchildren can be taught biblical principles of stewardship alongside practical financial skills such as budgeting, saving, giving, investing, and making wise decisions.The goal is not merely to prepare assets for heirs. It is to prepare heirs for assets.That preparation may begin long before an inheritance is in view. Younger children can learn to manage small amounts of money and decide how to give. Teenagers can take on greater financial responsibilities. Adult children can increasingly participate in conversations about family resources, generosity, and long-term plans.Wealth without wisdom can create significant challenges. But when wisdom comes first, financial resources can become another tool the next generation is prepared to steward faithfully.3. Consider Readiness, Not Just AgeDavid recognized something important about Solomon: he was “young and inexperienced” (1 Chronicles 22:5).So David prepared him gradually. He imparted wisdom. He supplied practical plans and instructions. Eventually, Solomon received the resources he

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October 1– Morning by C. H. Spurgeon, revised and edited by W. C. Neff“Pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for you, O my beloved.” —Song of Solomon 7:13Send us Fan MailSupport the showGet a copy of the book, Morning by Morning TODAY (contains all of the Daily Readings)Donate to Morning & Evening to support this Podcast. Thank you!

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Ephesians 6:18 tells us to pray at all times with all kinds of prayer for all people. So, to do this, we have to learn to pray with our eyes open, wherever we are. In her book, Praying with Eyes Wide Open, Sherry Harney says, “When we pray with our eyes wide open, our time with God is limitless.”[1] God invites us to be with him, consciously aware of his presence, at all times, and that means whether we are in a quiet place alone, standing in line at the grocery store, driving to work, or singing praise songs at church, we are able to directly and personally connect with God. And God delights in our presence. Zephaniah 3:17 says: The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing. Don’t you love that thought—the God of the universe rejoices over you and takes great delight in you? So, when you choose to be in his presence throughout your day—verbally or silently—he’s very pleased. Let me give you some examples of ways you can pray at all times with your eyes wide open. While you are at work, take those short opportunities you have for prayer. When you walk down the hall, pray for the people you work with. When you’re sitting in a meeting, pray for those in authority over you. When you’re talking to a customer or client, send up a silent prayer for wisdom and care for that person. Here are some other suggestions. When you watch or listen to the news, most of which is not good, pray for those in the news. For example, the news is usually full of all kinds of tragedies. Just stop and pray for the people involved. Instead of griping about our government leaders pray for them even as you listen to the news, with your eyes open, silently or out loud, if you can. If you don’t like the way your organization is headed, or you’re upset at something your boss has done or said, or some new policy seems wrong to you, instead of participating in the office gossip, just pray about it as you perform your work. If you’re concerned about a situation at your church, maybe about something the leadership is doing, just pray about it every time it comes to your mind. That’s a lot more helpful than criticizing and complaining, don’t you think? Praying at all times is not mission impossible. It is totally doable, provided you set your mind to pray throughout your day, talk to the Lord who is there with you, and just let prayer be a part of your daily flow of life. Then you’re going to pray much more than you do now. [1] Sherry Harney and Kevin G. Harney, Praying with Eyes Wide Open: A Life-Changing Way to Talk with God (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2017).

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Read: Psalm 78:34-39; Ephesians 4:26-32 “Stop following me around, Diego!” Santos yelled at his little brother. “But I want to be with you,” Diego said tearfully. “I don’t care! I’m tired of you following me everywhere!” Santos said as he stormed out of the house. Later that day, Santos went inside to get a snack. “What are you doing?” he asked when he found his dad under the kitchen sink. Dad crawled out from under the sink and fumbled around in his toolbox. “Oh, the faucet is leaking again, and I’m trying to fix it. Ever since it started leaking, I just can’t seem to get it to stop! I may have to call in a professional.” Dad sighed, somewhat discouraged, then went back to work as Santos continued to look for something to eat. A few minutes later, Dad gave up trying to fix the faucet and sat down at the table. “You know, we can be like that faucet sometimes,” he said. Santos looked confused. “What do you mean?” “When we get angry with someone and respond to them harshly, it’s a lot like water dripping from a leak. Once it gets started, it’s hard to mend. The faucet was never the same after I tried to fix it, just like our feelings toward one another are never quite the same when we try to fix them ourselves. We need to call in a professional!” “A professional? Like who?” Santos asked. “Jesus!” Dad answered. “We need to call on Him to fix the leak in our relationships. The only way to stop anger from leaking out of our hearts and hurting others is for Him to replace it with His love. We need to remember how much He loves us and then trust Him to help us respond to others with love and forgiveness instead of anger.” Santos thought about how he had yelled at his little brother earlier that day. “I think I need to ask Jesus to fix a leak in my heart and then go apologize to Diego.” Dad smiled. “I think that’s a good idea. While you do that, I’m going to call a plumber!” –Elena Ketner How about you? Do you have a leak in a relationship that you just can’t seem to fix? Do mean, angry words spurt out of your mouth when you get upset? You can’t fix that leak on your own—you need a professional. Jesus is the only one who can fix the angry leak in your heart. Trust Him to help you love others the way He loves you so you can respond to them with kindness and forgiveness instead of anger. Today’s key verse: A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NKJV) Today’s key thought: God’s love can fix relationships

Share a commentCriticism can harden you or soften you, and the difference shows up in how you treat people who have nothing to offer you. We start with a surprising window into Abraham Lincoln’s presidency: mocked daily, threatened constantly, and yet remarkably available to the overlooked. That kind of openhearted attention feels rare in any era, and it sets up the deeper question we all face in church life: when we’re tired, irritated, or different from each other, do we retreat or do we move closer?From there we look at Jesus, who consistently crosses the lines everyone else protects. He speaks with the Samaritan woman, stops for the desperate, touches the untouchable, and turns interruptions into mercy. It’s easy to admire that from a distance and then excuse ourselves with “I’m not Jesus.” But Peter won’t let us off the hook. In 2 Peter 1:5-7, brotherly affection is not optional, not automatic, and not reserved for people with a naturally warm personality. It’s a deliberate supplement to faith that makes our lives fruitful and effective.We unpack what “brotherly love” means in the New Testament, why the local church is meant to function like a family, and why our self-focused culture makes this so hard. We also share practical, grounded observations: real love is practiced one act at a time, cultivated supernaturally through repeated choices, and expressed through small deposits of grace that honor others. A member testimony and Ronald Reagan’s unforgettable act of kindness bring it all down to street level: time, attention, and warmth that the world can’t explain.If this challenged you, subscribe for more, share it with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one simple act of brotherly love you can choose this week?Learn more about twenty-five years of global impact, and reserve tickets to our gala. https://www.wisdomonline.org/mp/25 Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show

Share a commentIf you knew tomorrow was your last day, would you change anything or would you live it the way you’re living today? We open with John Wesley’s bracing answer and then follow Jesus as he heads toward Jerusalem, still healing, teaching, and saving without hesitation. That steady purpose becomes the lens for Luke’s Jericho scenes, where need, sin, and hope all collide on the roadside.First, we meet a blind beggar who refuses to be silenced. Bartimaeus cries out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me,” and Jesus stops long enough to ask the question that exposes desire and faith: “What do you want me to do for you?” Then the spotlight swings to Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector with a stained reputation and a curious heart. Jesus calls him by name, chooses his house, and Zacchaeus responds with real repentance that shows up in real restitution.Finally, we walk through the parable of the minas, a story about stewardship, accountability, and what faithfulness looks like while we wait for the King to return. We connect the dots to Jesus’ mission statement, “The Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost,” and we end with a personal inventory of our time, finances, talents, and spiritual gifts. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review, then tell us: what would you change if today were your last day?Learn more about twenty-five years of global impact, and reserve tickets to our gala. https://www.wisdomonline.org/mp/25 Learn more at https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show

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Jared Huffman, Representative for California, has declared a cry for "No Prophets" in America with the publication of his newest book. Is the fear of a Christian Nationalism  takeover so strong that it will change the meaning of religious freedom in America? Let's discover this and more today on The Public Square®. Topic: Role of Government The Public Square® Long Format Program with Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 30th 2026  

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