When Peter walked on water, Jesus stepped in to keep him from sinking. Dr. Tony Evans explains how God does the same for believers who find themselves drowning in debt and offers a biblical path toward financial freedom.

Today we’re continuing our One Word 2026 series, and I’m offering you two more invitations to consider for the year ahead: grateful and peaceful. My heart for this series is simple—I want you to listen for what God might be forming in you as you look back on 2025 and step into 2026 with intention. Gratitude can feel “easy” in theory, but it actually takes attention and practice, because it’s so easy to drift into discontent without realizing it. And peace isn’t about having a quiet, trouble-free life—it’s the kind of inner calm Jesus gives that can hold steady even when your soul feels disturbed. We’ll look at Luke 17 (the one healed leper who comes back to give thanks) and Hannah’s story in 1 Samuel (how she leaves God’s presence with peace before her circumstances change), and I’ll invite you to imagine what might happen if you learned to give thanks in every circumstance—and to bring your turbulence to God so He can exchange it for His peace.

What I'll Share:

• A clear picture of gratitude as a posture and discipline—not just a personality trait or a fleeting feeling.

• A challenge to notice the “opposite spirit” of gratitude (discontent, dissatisfaction, thanklessness) and how easily we slip into it without attention.

• A practical invitation to give thanks in every circumstance, including the hard or unwanted parts of life, by asking God how He might be shaping you through them.

• A fresh understanding of gratitude as a catalyst for love, creating space in your heart for compassion and care for others.

• A biblical framework for peace as “freedom from disturbance”—not merely the absence of fear or trouble.

• A way to recognize agitation in your body and soul (tight jaw, tense shoulders, restless energy) and treat it as an invitation to bring your heart to God.

• Encouragement from Hannah’s story that peace can be real before answers arrive—because peace comes from God’s presence, not perfect outcomes.

• Two simple affirmations you can practice all year if either word becomes your focus for 2026.

Bible Verses Mentioned:

• Philippians 1

• 1 Thessalonians 5:18

The start of a new year can stir up a lot of emotions. Maybe you’re entering this season feeling tired, discouraged, or tempted to pull the covers over your head as the world feels darker and more uncertain. If that’s you—this message is for you.

In this powerful episode, Christine Caine unpacks Isaiah 60 and delivers a timely reminder: even when darkness covers the earth, God’s light has already come. Now is not the time to shrink back—it’s time to rise up, shine boldly, and live out your God-given purpose with courage and hope.

You’ll be encouraged, challenged, and reminded that God’s light is always greater than the darkness we face.

✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What it truly means to “arise and shine” in hard and uncertain seasons

• Why darkness never has the final word when God’s light is present

• How believers are called to reflect Christ’s hope to a hurting world

This message will help you step into the new year with renewed faith, clarity, and confidence—no matter what you’re facing.

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As cities continue to shape the future of culture, influence, and innovation, what does faithful gospel witness look like in an increasingly urban world?

In this Lausanne Movement Podcast archive episode, we revisit two landmark talks by Tim Keller from the Third Lausanne Congress in Cape Town 2010. Keller first unpacks why cities matter so deeply for God’s mission, then offers a practical and theological framework for how the church can faithfully engage and reach them.

If this episode encouraged or challenged you:

This episode is part of the Lausanne Movement Archive, featuring historic messages from key moments in the global mission movement. These two talks were originally delivered by Tim Keller at the Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Cape Town (2010).

Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization (Cape Town 2010)

https://lausanne.org/cape-town-2010-the-third-lausanne-congress-on-world-evangelization

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Timothy Keller (1950–2023) was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City and a widely influential pastor, theologian, and author. Alongside his wife Kathy, he helped plant Redeemer in 1989 and later co-founded Redeemer City to City, which has supported the planting of more than 1,000 churches in over 150 cities worldwide. Keller authored 31 books, including The Reason for God, The Prodigal God, and The Meaning of Marriage.

The Joy Bringer Podcast - Genesis Ch 28:5 - 29 (Running from Conflict, Running Towards Grace)

Summary

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season Bowers reads and delves into Genesis chapters 28 and 29, exploring themes of running away from conflict, responsibilities, and even one's calling. She reflects on the characters of Jacob and Esau, highlighting their struggles and the consequences of their actions. Jacob's journey to find a wife leads him to a profound encounter with God, where he dreams of a stairway to heaven, symbolizing God's promise and presence in his life. Season emphasizes that despite our flaws and mistakes, God meets us with love, grace, and mercy, reminding us that we are never alone in our struggles.

As the narrative unfolds, Season discusses the complexities of Jacob's relationships, particularly with Leah and Rachel, and how God sees and blesses those who feel overlooked or unloved. She encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives, urging them to confront what they might be running from and to embrace God's invitation to turn towards Him. The episode is a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness and the importance of recognizing His presence in our lives, especially during challenging times.

Joy Bringer Podcast, Genesis 28, Genesis 29, Jacob, Esau, running from conflict, God's grace, biblical stories, faithfulness, spiritual journey

God meets us with love and grace, even when we run away.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Joy Bringer Podcast

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