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Dr. Stanley explains how the Lord pursues us and how we can embrace an intimate relationship with God.

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During a birthday party, five-year-old Mia enjoyed playing, singing “Happy Birthday,” eating cake, and watching her friend open gifts. When everyone went outside to play, Mia said, “Mom, I’m ready to go.” They thanked their host. Pulling out of the driveway, Mia’s mom asked her to share the best part of her day. “Leaving,” said Mia. Smiling, she fell asleep before they turned the corner.

Even if we don’t realize we’re exhausted, we all need physical, mental, and emotional rest. God also provides divine rest when we accept the good news of salvation through Christ, and spiritual rest daily as the Spirit enables us to live for Christ by faith. Those who place their trust in God can depend on His unending presence, unlimited power, and unchanging promises. Saved through Christ’s work on the cross, we can rest in the peace of His sufficiency (Hebrews 4:1-4). We can experience divine rest as a guarantee fulfilled eternally now and when Jesus comes again (vv. 5-8).

“Anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his” (v. 10). So, secured in Christ, we can enjoy a hope-filled life of surrender and loving obedience as we trust and rely on Him. Only He can provide rejuvenating rest yesterday and today and forever.

Is the housing market finally turning a corner, or is uncertainty here to stay? Higher mortgage rates and tight inventory have kept buyers hesitant and homeowners who want to refinance stuck on the sidelines. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Dale Vermillion explain what the housing market really looks like in 2026. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live—biblical wisdom for your financial journey, weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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It’s Witness Wednesday! Join Todd once again on campus at Oklahoma State University as he makes a powerful presentation about faith, philosophy, worldviews, and apologetics. He wraps up with a question-and-answer session, pointing students towards Christ and His gospel of grace.

Segment 1

• Discover how postmodern thought has shaped your worldview—even if you’ve never read a philosophy book.

• Feelings have replaced facts in our culture, and it’s wrecking spiritual foundations.

• Disney movies and TikTok might be doing more “deconstructing” than your college professor.

Segment 2

• Todd dismantles the top 10 reasons students reject Christianity—with humor and logic.

• You’ll hear the wild syllogisms (like “Trump is bad = Jesus isn’t real”) that people believe without realizing it.

• Learn how rejecting or deconstructing a false version of Christianity doesn’t mean the real one is false.

Segment 3

• Jesus isn’t a life coach—He’s the King who came to serve, save, and reign in love.

• You’ll finally understand what makes Christianity not just true, but beautiful and soul-satisfying.

• Be blown away by the picture of King Jesus—who knows your name, prepares your seat, and serves you at His table.

Segment 4

• Hear a student wrestle with: “How can I have a real relationship with God if I can’t see or hear Him?”

• Todd’s answer shows how knowing God isn’t distant or vague—it’s deep, personal, and more intimate than anything else.

• Discover the one thing you might be missing if your faith feels cold or uncertain.

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Welcome to episode #256! ️ Pure Victory Podcast: Trusted vs. Trustworthy: The Difference That Brings Real Freedom
What’s the real difference between being trusted and being trustworthy—and why does it matter so much in recovery?

In this episode, we unpack a game-changing distinction that impacts healing after betrayal, freedom from porn, and rebuilding integrity. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and hard-won insight, this conversation challenges the idea that regaining trust is the goal—and instead points us toward inner transformation that leads to lasting freedom.

Because freedom isn’t found in being believed… it’s found in being transformed.

Key Takeaways

• Being trusted is external; being trustworthy is internal
  One is about perception. The other is about character.
• You can fool people—but you can’t fool God
  True healing starts when integrity matters even when no one is watching.
• Behavior management isn’t transformation
  Surface-level change may restore trust temporarily, but it won’t bring freedom.
• Being trusted can actually block deeper healing
  When trust is restored, we often stop confessing, stop going deeper, and stop inviting accountability.
• Trustworthiness leads to freedom, integrity, and wholeness
  When the heart changes, trust eventually follows—slowly, safely, and authentically.

Scriptural Highlight

God isn’t after image management—He’s after heart transformation.

️ Action Steps

• Ask the deeper question:
  Not “What do I need to do so others feel safe?”
  But “Who do I need to become so I am safe?”
• Practice integrity in hidden moments
  Pay attention to what you do when there are no consequences.
• Invite light, not performance
  Confess honestly, pursue healing, and bring trusted, safe people into your story.
• Shift the goal
  Stop chasing trust. Start becoming trustworthy.

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It's all about the joys and challenges of raising preteen and teenage daughters on this edition of Practice Makes Parent. Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James emphasize the importance of building strong relationships, identity in Christ, and practical parenting techniques with Kari Kampakis. She shares insights from her experiences as a mother, highlighting the need for connection over correction and the importance of perseverance, integrity, and discernment. The conversation also touches on the cultural pressures teens face and how parents can guide their children through them. Additionally, we answer a listener's question about dealing with a troubled 12-year-old son and discuss the influence parents have on their children's decisions about sexuality.

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"Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me?" This challenging question from the parable of the workers leads Dr. John to explore God's sovereignty—even over Jesus Himself. In Matthew 20:17-19, Jesus predicts His suffering in precise detail for the third time, revealing that the Father had predetermined to crush His Son for our salvation. Dr. John shows how God sovereignly ordains even our sufferings for His glory and our eternal good.

The Ministry of Our Lord: Join Dr. John Neufeld for a journey through Matthew 19-20, where Jesus makes His final trip to Jerusalem. The crowds are growing, expecting triumph and glory. But what Jesus teaches is startling: humility over greatness, sacrifice over power. This Messiah will not rule from a throne—He will reign from a cross. Discover what it means to follow a suffering King.

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Tired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status.

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