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No matter how committed you are to Christ, your loyalty will be tested. Abraham faced the most difficult test a father could face—being asked to sacrifice his son. Abraham’s story is a great example of how trials can strengthen our commitment to God.

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On December 9, 1987, a squirrel chewed through a power line in Connecticut, and the NASDAQ’s vast financial machinery blinked, sighed, and went dark. Some of the world's largest corporations stood limp and listless. Global economies watched, sweating bullets for nearly an hour and a half. All because of one tenacious, furry rodent.

Scripture tells many stories of something or someone small making a big impact. But God can turn meagerness into something mighty. John recounts how Jesus fed a hungry crowd (five thousand men, probably fifteen thousand with women and children included) when “a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish” handed over his small lunch (John 6:9). In the Old Testament we remember that a young shepherd boy named David trusted God and slayed a giant (1 Samuel 17). And Christ repeatedly insisted that the kingdom of God is something like a mustard seed, “the smallest of all seeds” (Matthew 13:32).

When we ponder the many complex global crises in addition to the bewildering concerns in our own neighborhoods and families, we’re tempted to believe that our seemingly small efforts lack power. But Scripture tells us to act in obedience and trust as God helps us—assured that with Him, small things can become mighty (John 6:10-12). 

Kids are always watching—especially when it comes to how we handle money. Every purchase, every act of generosity, every moment of contentment quietly shapes how our children learn to view God’s provision. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and John Cortines look at five practical ways to build a biblical financial foundation for the next generation. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live—where biblical wisdom meets today’s financial decisions—weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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On today’s Witness Wednesday, Dr. Greg Gifford joins Todd Friel at the University of North Georgia to field questions on faith, mental health, and therapy. Dr. Gifford brings his expertise in the field of Biblical Counseling to challenge students on their ideas about therapy and medication.

Segment 1:

• Todd and Greg confront the popular “Jesus and therapy” trend, urging students to consider the sufficiency of Christ alone.

• Learn the critical difference between therapists who integrate worldly psychology and those who stand on Scripture.

• Real hope comes when sin is called what it is: something Christ can actually set you free from.

Segment 2:

• Greg is asked why he didn’t address abuse and Trauma. Abuse and deep wounds deserve more than 20-minute treatments; Scripture speaks to them with care and power.

• Biblical counseling doesn’t ignore pain—it applies truth to the heart and brings real healing.

• Discover why people often say “I’ve read this verse 100 times, but now it hits different.”

Segment 3:

• A student asks, “Has Christ ever restored your hope personally?”

• Todd shares his childhood anxiety and how Jesus completely redefined his fears.

• Don’t underestimate the power of a local church and Scripture applied directly to your hardest questions.

Segment 4:

• One student wrestles with surrendering fear—and Todd & Greg dig deep.

• Multiple students ask about anxiety, humility, and Bible reading.

• Anxiety fades when truth replaces lies, which happens when we fill our mind with God’s word and are transformed. Don’t just check boxes; use Scripture to engage your heart and fight your sin.

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Spending decisions aren’t just financial—they reveal what (and whom) we value. Jonah’s Old Testament story isn’t only about a prophet running from God—it also gives us a surprising look at how our financial choices mirror the condition of our hearts. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Dr. Kelly Rush unpack how our spending is inseparably connected to our walk with the Lord. Then, it’s onto your calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial decisions, weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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Welcome to episode #252! ️ Pure Victory Podcast: Boundary Markers: Why They Matter For Your Freedom
In this episode, we’re kicking off the new year by unpacking a deeply biblical and practical concept: boundary markers. Ancient Israelites used physical boundary stones to define their identity, inheritance, and responsibility. Today, you and I may not be placing stones in a field—but we are placing markers in our spiritual, emotional, and healing journey.

When it comes to breaking free from porn, addiction, or destructive patterns, boundary markers aren’t restrictive—they’re protective. They anchor us when life gets messy and keep us moving toward who God created us to be.

We explore:
 • What boundary markers are
 • Why we lose our way without them
 • How to set identity, behavioral, relational, and rhythm markers
 • A powerful biblical example from the life of Daniel
 • How these boundaries anchor your freedom long before temptation hits

Scripture Highlight

Proverbs 22:28 – “Do not move an ancient boundary stone set up by your ancestors.”
A reminder that boundaries are part of God’s design for identity, order, and blessing.

Daniel 1:8 – “Daniel resolved not to defile himself…”
Before the pressure came, Daniel already knew who he was—and who he wasn’t.

Key Takeaways

• Boundary markers aren’t limitations—they’re declarations of identity, calling, and responsibility.
• When boundaries fade, identity fades. Compromise doesn’t happen in leaps—it happens stone by stone.
• Boundaries anchor you to Jesus, not your feelings or impulses.
• Clarity beats chaos. Without boundary markers, we drift into behaviors we never intended.
• Freedom requires intention. We don’t drift into purity—we walk into it with purpose.

Practical Boundary Markers to Consider

Identity Markers

• I am a son/daughter of God.
• My mind and body belong to Jesus.
• I choose purity, not secrecy.

Behavior Markers

• I won’t consume anything that awakens lust in me.
• I won’t be alone with devices that trigger me.
• I choose honesty over hiding.

Relational Markers

• I stay connected to my accountability group.
• I invest intentionally in healthy relationships.

Rhythm Markers

• Bible before phone.
• I prioritize sleep and rest.
• I make space for soul care.

Action Steps

1. Identify 3–5 boundary markers you need in this season—identity, behavior, relational, or rhythm.
2. Share them with a trusted friend, mentor, or pastor for support and accountability.
3. Write them down somewhere visible (home screen, journal, bathroom mirror).
4. Revisit them weekly and ask: Am I drifting? Do I need to reset a marker?
5. Pray and invite God to reclaim any territory where boundaries have been moved.

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Just who do you think you're talking to when you talk to God? Dr. John Neufeld examines Isaiah 40:12-26, where God asks eleven questions that reveal His incomparable nature. Who has measured the oceans in the hollow of His hand or marked off the heavens with a span? Idols - whether carved from wood or forged from gold - are products of human imagination, easily toppled and compared to creation. But the true God is beyond comparison, beyond human comprehension.

God and the World's Idols: What are you really worshipping? In this series through Isaiah 40–44, Dr. John Neufeld explores one of Scripture's most powerful confrontations between the living God and the idols humanity creates. Writing to a nation facing exile and questioning whether their God has abandoned them, Isaiah paints a stunning portrait of who God truly is — His wisdom that needs no counsel, His power that never grows weary, His sovereignty over history itself.

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The story of Cain and Abel is tossed around rather generally in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Many folks are aware of the big picture aspect of the account—namely, that the older brother murdered the younger—but beyond that, little is known and even less is applied to everyday life. But woven within and between the lines of this amazing story are several insights that await our discovery.

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