Brilliant Gaze

When Jesus says to those He is welcoming into the Kingdom, "I was a stranger and you invited me in," they were confused. "When did we do that?" they asked. The Lord's answer might surprise you. We are called to live invitational lives.

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Despite the fact that scripture lifts up the idea of Biblical hospitality as one of the most important characteristics of righteous people, many of us live in cultures that have long since forgotten its importance. Let's talk about why that matters.

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How can those of us who would rather not live the consumeristic, covetous lives that our society seems to demand learn the secret to contentment? Lives of gratitude and generosity are essential for those who would experience the abundant life.

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When Jesus says our lives will be blessed when we are persecuted because of righteousness and His name, it gives many of us pause. But the unfolding Kingdom that Jesus is ushering in requires faithfulness and commitment even in the face of persecution. Fortunately, Jesus leads us and shows us the way.

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Join us as recently retired Pastor Joe MacLaren discusses decades of faithful leadership in the local church, what makes for fruitfulness, and the things that bring forth peace in life and ministry. Episode 4-16

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Listen as cross-cultural witness Beth Tatum discusses joining Jesus in His mission in Costa Rica, and the lessons she and her family have learned after almost 15 years of faithful service and perseverance.

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What would the world look like if we set down our perpetual pursuit of power and control, and in its place began to pursue the things that make for peace? Perhaps the pursuit of God's shalom is the very heart of what it means to be children of God.

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Every human being will experience times of challenge, darkness, even devastation in our lives. There is no avoiding this reality. But we do have a choice. Will we embrace the One who brings forth even life from death and discover how God can do some of best work in the dark places of our lives? Listen as Pastor Jorge talks about this and so much more. Grace Church's Hurricane Ian Response site: http://www.egracechurch.com/ian Book Link: https://www.inviteresources.com/ Episode 4-14

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Want to see God? Many people are pursuing exactly that, in a multitude of ways, often to no effect. Yet, our Lord gives us a workable answer for those who would see God. And He promises to help us in the process.

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Some of the earliest roots of the Christian message come from the East African nation of Ethiopia. Join special guest Richard Coleman as we discuss how the mission of Jesus is being lived out there today.

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