2025 has started off hot—no pun intended! I hope no tragedies will visit you this year. However, if you encounter difficult times or tragedies in 2025, I encourage you to embrace them with joy, with a positive spirit, a joyful mindset like the one that is promoted in the opening verses found in the Book of James, James 1:2-4. In this episode, we explore how to view setbacks and chaos from a different perspective. Perhaps God is shaping you into a more refined version of yourself. If you find this message uplifting, please share it with a friend.

In Episode 15 we will discuss a brief overview of Chapter 20 of Genesis, and pay special attention to Verse 17. This is where Abraham prays for Abimelech. Thereby, Abraham's actions in Verse 17 shows the audience of the Book of Genesis that the Patriarch of the Children of Israel is a man of compassion. Abraham's compassion and loving kindness is a character that Children of Abraham should follow. If this episode has inspired you then like and share with a friend.

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The topic of Suffering frequently arises when Christians engage with non-believers during evangelism. In Episode 29, we explore why believers should not allow discussions to remain focused solely on the temporary sufferings of this world when sharing the gospel. Instead, we should guide the conversation towards the eternal future, where we will share in Christ's glory forever and ever—Amen. If this message has blessed you, please share it with a friend.

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In this episode, we explore a lesson from the Book of Proverbs that offers an alternative perspective for unemployed professionals. This applies not only to those who appear to be successful—since even a seemingly thriving career can change unexpectedly—but also to those who frequently face layoffs or struggle to find employment. If you find this episode uplifting, please support the podcast by sharing it with a friend!

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In this episode we will read Romans 3:23 and discuss the initial steps towards being Saved by using the metaphor of being trapped in a slowly flooding home. If this message has resonated with you then please consider sharing it with a friend. If you would like to support this podcast then you can do so by purchasing the book, Bible Devotionals For Everyday Living in the link below.

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In this episode we will briefly discuss the reasons why you should incorporate praying for protection from evil into your prayer life. Also, We will discuss why you should read the Book of Job Chapters One and Two. And, at the end we will briefly discuss creating a journal as a practical exercise to aid you in your prayer life in regards to praying for protection from evil. If you have listened to this episode and have found it to be uplifting then please, like, share and subscribe.

When discussing the best literature from Ancient Rome, students might mention works by notable figures like Julius Caesar, the historian Tacitus (from whom the term "tactics" derives), and Marcus Aurelius's "Meditations," which some believe was written for personal reflection. Despite two writers being powerful Roman emperors, none of their writings are even as close to being as impacting throughout history as Paul’s letter to the Saints in Rome, this man who declared himself a slave in Romans 1:1. In this episode we will briefly discuss how Paul's writing impacted the Ancient Roman Empire and in similarity how Paul's letters can impact the modern day American Empire.

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The discussion in today's devotional is, Being Taken Advantage of and Choosing to stay in a negative environment, and how it can be detrimental to your life. In our modern world you will witness an example of this statement every night on the nightly news. Some innocent bystander at the wrong place and at the wrong time, loses their sense of awareness and then makes a critical misjudgment involving substance abuse from which their life is changed forever. A biblical example of this is found in Genesis Chapter 19 verses 30 through 38, this is the tragic sub-story concerning Lot and his daughters, in which we will discuss in detail. If you have listened to this episode and it has blessed you then please like, share, and subscribe.

Our hard times that we face in life can cause believers who are trying to do the right thing in life to become confused about their spirituality. Christians, may feel uncertain that God is even listening to their prayers. Doubts will spring forth from hardship that may even cause believers to question their position in Christ. But, if you know you have placed your trust in Christ for your salvation then do not let your doubts confuse you about your standing in Christ! In Episode 8 we will discuss staying strong during a difficult season by reading a select passage from 1 Peter and having a discussion thereafter. If you have listened to this episode and have been blessed by it then please like, share and subscribe to the podcast.

In this episode we will explore whether the Super Bowl is merely a source of entertainment, a form of escapism that helps us cope with the increasingly challenging aspects of life in the United States, or if it has transformed into America’s sacred cow, serving to captivate the masses and becoming an idol. To guide our discussion, we will reference biblical texts that encourage listeners to arrive at their own conclusions. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend. Thank you!