Those Few

In our 22nd and final Psalm 119 episode, we discuss how the Lord places us—at times—in a position of desperate need. Despite the difficulty, God accomplishes some of His most significant work in us during these trials. Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s Psalm 119 episode, we discuss the all-in cost of Christian discipleship.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Psalm 119 episode addresses the persecution of believers, asking the tough question, “If you’re not being persecuted, why?”  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s parenting episode, we discuss the value of one-on-one conversations between you and your children. Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is the 19th episode of our Psalm 119 series. We discuss the Biblical perspective of deep trials, the Godly way to respond to suffering, and the fallacy of the Prosperity Gospel. Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 71 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 71 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 70 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 70 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 70 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s Psalm 119 episode addresses the absolute reliability of God’s promises, including how to navigate the desert which God sometimes puts between a believer and the fulfilment of His promise.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 70 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 70 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 68, we concluded that perseverance is a key characteristic of believers who finish the narrow path. Today we ask how believers persevere in the faith.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.00:00 Introduction00:37 Primary passage01:52 Special group of people07:08 Throwing off sin11:12 Running with perseverance12:27 Maintaining focus17:53 Remembering Christ's example20:08 How not to lose heart21:59 Summary24:05 Closing prayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 69 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 69 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 68 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 68 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 68 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s Psalm 119 episode, we discuss not allowing sin to rule over us. We also address freedom in Christ and the deep sinfulness of the world. Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 68 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 67 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 54, we resolved that nothing in all of creation can pluck us from the Lord’s hand. We tentatively concluded that—because apostasy (abandoning the faith) is possible—the believer alone decides whether to remain with Christ or depart from Him. Today we ask what characterizes believers who choose to remain.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.00:00 Introduction00:32 The importance of today's question / our approach05:42 Hebrews 10:32-3913:14 Hebrews 6:11-1519:04 The Four Soils26:24 The Vine and the Branches29:38 Letters to the Seven Churches35:35 Summary40:54 Closing prayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 67 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 67 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 59 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 57 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 57 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we discuss the idolatry of work and the impact it has on marriage and family. We talk about basing our worth on God’s love vs. our work performance. We also address establishing our priorities (such as work, family, and finances) based upon Biblical principles.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 57 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 66 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s Psalm 119 episode, we explore a rarely discussed topic within the church: hatred.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 65 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 65 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 65 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 64 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 64 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we discuss the value of holding daily devotions with your family. We explore specific recommendations for content (including devotional books), application, participation, and tone.  (In the introduction, we mention the wrong title for episode 61. The full correct title is “Parenting: Sitting by the Well | Iron Sharpening Iron | Ep 61”.)  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 64 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 64 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we ask whether humor is Godly. We explore what the Bible says about laughter, mockery, unwholesome language, and the tongue. We ask whether it is Biblical for pastors, church leaders, and Christians in general to joke, laugh, and engage in humor.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.00:00 Introduction00:32 A time for everything15:59 The Walmart story29:07 Joe's story33:46 The Bible and laughter37:26 The Bible and mockery38:21 The Bible, filthy/unwholesome language, and the tongue40:19 Jokes about God, the Bible, and spiritual realities42:09 Summary43:09 Closing prayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 63 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 63 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 63 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 59 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 59 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we discuss bringing up our kids “in the training and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4) by including them in our hobbies and responsibilities.  (In the introduction, we mention the wrong title for episode 61. The full correct title is “Parenting: Sitting by the Well | Iron Sharpening Iron | Ep 61”.)  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 59 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to all of Episode 59 on your favorite streaming platform.Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As part of our ongoing Psalm 119 devotional series, today we discuss the danger of delusions and of being willingly deceived.  Visit us at https://truth-speak.org and check out our books in the Resources section: The Lowering Sky and Carter in the Crosshairs. See our growing list of recommended books, movies, and music in the Recommendations section. And check out our Devotional page for the historical fiction series All That You Know: The Unfiltered Jesus of the Bible. Please consider donating in support of our Kingdom-building efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.