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Three Pastors analyze the complex economic and logistical reasons behind high gas prices, particularly for residents of Idaho. They explain that domestic infrastructure limitations, such as a lack of refineries and reliance on interstate pipelines, create a captive market that drives up costs beyond global oil trends. The discussion highlights how historical legislation shaped current refining capabilities and contrasts U.S. fuel affordability with significantly higher prices in other nations. Ultimately, urging listeners to maintain perspective on their economic blessings while focusing on local political issues like property tax reform rather than national energy policy.

Many of you remember the old Life Alert commercial. An elderly woman lies on the floor, unable to rise, and cries out, "I've fallen… and I can't get up!" That cry is not merely physical. It is the cry of every human heart after man's rebellion in Genesis 3. We have fallen—and left to ourselves we cannot get up. Grab your Bible and join us from the Chatham Transition Ministries weekly Bible study as we open the chapter that explains how that fall happened, why it still defines us, and why the only One who can lift us is the Seed of the woman who crushed the serpent's head. Listen carefully. The story of our ruin and the first promise of our recovery are both here.

The sermon addresses the sin of jealousy by examining John the Baptist's response to his declining influence as Jesus' ministry grew. It highlights John's contentment in his role as the friend of the bridegroom, finding joy in the souls moving toward Christ rather than clinging to personal acclaim. The central theme emphasizes that all spiritual gifts and crowds belong to God, urging believers to relinquish ownership of their ministries and reputations. This perspective transforms potential envy into profound satisfaction, rooted in the understanding that Christ must always have preeminence. Ultimately, the message calls for a daily posture of humility where self diminishes so that Jesus may increase in every area of life.

August 26 - In just 15-20 minutes a day, you can listen to the entire Bible read through in a year, and/or watch the Bible verses on the screen. Each day, you will hear some of the New Testament, some of the Old Testament, and some of Psalms or Proverbs. You will read through Psalms and Proverbs twice in the year. Today's reading is Isaiah 56-58; 1 Corinthians 7:1-24; and Psalm 56. You can get through the entire Bible in a year listening to it on the way to and from work each day. The elderly with bad eyesight can now see the Bible verses in large print right on the screen. Little children, just learning how to read, can now read along by seeing and hearing each word pronounced. Imagine little children accomplishing something that many adults never do even once in their lifetimes--reading through the entire Bible. Get a free printed copy of the Bible Reading Schedule at LibertyGospelTracts.com. The Books are read in chronological order, which really helps you to understand the order that things happened. We offer free certificates at the end of the year, for those who read through the entire Bible. Just write to us to request one. May God bless you as you read through all that God has written for us.