Living Uncompromised | The Not Our Words Ministry Podcast

In this Part 2 episode of His Sabbath Rest, Pastor Richard shows how it is not only possible, but necessary, for us to clean up and clear out anything and everything in our lives that keep us from entering into His Sabbath Rest.

Chapters

* 00:00 Understanding Sabbath Rest

* 02:59 The Journey of Faith

* 05:45 Conquering the Inner Enemy

* 08:15 The Valley of Baca

* 10:57 Personal Experiences and Lessons

* 13:52 The Importance of Cleanup

* 16:17 The Serpent’s Presence

* 19:01 Final Thoughts and Prayer

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In this episode, Jennifer and Rebecca explore Paul’s prayer in Ephesians. They discuss the emphasizes he puts on the power of the Holy Spirit, the depth of God’s love, and how believers can access divine power to live righteously. Join us as we unpack these spiritual truths and their practical application for a deeper relationship with God.

Takeaways:

* The Holy Spirit reveals deep spiritual truths that surpass human understanding.

* Praying for wisdom and revelation helps believers know God better.

* The power of God is available to believers through the Holy Spirit.

* A reverent posture in prayer reflects humility and awe of God.

* Spiritual growth is a continuous journey enabled by the Holy Spirit.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Prayer Series

00:42 Exploring Paul’s Writings in Ephesians

02:56 The Depth of Paul’s Prayers

09:01 Understanding the Role of the Holy Spirit

16:18 Paul’s Posture in Prayer

19:45 Grasping the Love of God

23:17 Bringing Glory to God

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In this episode, Jennifer and Rebecca discuss Jesus’ teaching on Prayer. They look in Matthew 6 at the scripture referred to as the Lord’s Prayer. They emphasize the relevance for daily personal prayer, relational faith, and spiritual dependence. Dive in as they analyze Jesus’ teaching on prayer, persistence, and trust in God’s provision.

Takeaways:

* The importance of heart posture in prayer

* Jesus’ teaching on persistence and boldness in prayer

* The significance of daily dependence on God

* The relational nature of prayer and trust in God’s knowledge

* The role of forgiveness and spiritual warfare in daily prayer

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Lord’s Prayer

10:57 Daily Dependence on God

17:50 The Importance of Persistence in Prayer

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In this episode, Jennifer and Rebecca explore the profound story of Hannah found in first Samuel. They discuss her heartfelt prayer which leads to lessons on faith and perseverance. Her agony over not being able to have a child led to a very honest and sorrowful plea to God with a promise to return him to the Lord if He would grant this desire of her heart. The divine blessing He gives her teaches us about trusting in God’s timing and the confidence we can have when we present our requests to Him and walk away knowing He is in control.

Takeaways:

* Hannah’s background and distress from being mocked by her rival

* Her prayer and vow to God

* The significance of her faith and trusting His will and outcome

* Divine response and blessing

* Lessons on prayer and perseverance

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hannah’s Story

04:42 Hannah’s Distress and Prayer

09:12 Eli’s Encounter with Hannah

14:03 Hannah’s Vow and God’s Response

18:16 Hannah’s Prayer of Praise

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In this episode, Jennifer and Rebecca explore Jesus’s prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. They highlight His approach to prayer during this agonizing time for Him and the importance of submission to God’s will. They discuss the difference in daily pray versus purposeful prayer during a difficult time. With Jesus as our example we can learn practical insights on how to pray in times of distress and how to deepen our spiritual discipline.

Takeaways:

* Jesus’ prayer shows the importance of honest communication with God during suffering.

* Even Jesus sought strength through prayer and submission to God’s plan.

* Persistent prayer matters, as Jesus prayed multiple times before His arrest.

* Jesus always surrendered to the will of the Father.

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In this episode of Living Uncompromised, Rebecca and Jennifer explore King David’s journey of sin with Bathsheba, and the death of her husband, Uriah. They also discuss the impact of David’s sin and its consequences. They highlight the heart of brokenness in David that led him to a prayer of repentance before God in Psalm 51. 2 Samuel 11 records David’s actions and the LORD’s rebuke through the prophet Nathan is recorded in 2 Samuel 12. David compounded one bad choice with another and another resulting in a child with Uriah’s wife and eventually Uriah’s death. David burns with anger as Nathan tells him about a rich man with many sheep and cattle who took the one lamb of a poor man. He does not realize he is that rich man and Bathsheba the one he had taken from Uriah. At this realization, he says, “ ‘I have sinned against the LORD’” (2 Samuel 12:13).

David’s deep regret for sinning against the LORD is recorded in Psalm 51. David begins with God’s goodness and mercy. He then confesses his sin, noting “Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight...” (Psalm 51:4). David’s relationship with the LORD is evident by his brokenness over sinning against the LORD. He asks the LORD to cleanse him and “blot out all [his] iniquity” (Psalm 51:9). David does not simply seek to make a sacrifice to God to cover his sin, he understands and proclaims God’s desire for a repentant, sorrowful, remorseful heart. David seeks restoration and desires to teach transgressors God’s ways, and he says, “Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, O God of my salvation, and my tongue will sing aloud of your righteousness. O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth will declare your praise” (Psalm 51:14-15).

Takeaways:

David’s sin with Bathsheba resulted in the intentional death of Uriah at the king’s command.Nathan was sent by the LORD to confront David over his sin. Psalm 51 is David’s prayer of repentance before the LORD

David’s relationship with the LORD is evident by his brokenness over sinning against the LORD.

David does not simply seek to make a sacrifice to God to cover his sin, he understands and proclaims God’s desire for a repentant, sorrowful, remorseful heart. David declares God’s mercy, unfailing love, and great compassion. There are consequences for David’s sin, but David repents before the LORD and asks the LORD to cleanse him. God forgives David’s sin and restores him.

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In this episode Pastor Richard discusses what it means to enter God’s rest. He reflects on what His rest really is and what the scriptures say regarding this wonderful invitation from the Lord to His people.

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In this episode, Rebecca and Jennifer explore the prayer life of Daniel. They discuss his character, faithfulness and relationship with God evident through his understanding of Scripture and his prayer. Daniel’s posture of prayer is highlighted as well as his confession to the Lord for the sins of Israel. He includes himself in Israel’s national debt of sin against the Lord. Takeaways:

Daniel’s character and faithfulness to the LordThe historical context of Daniel’s captivity in Babylon and the Lord’s favor on him thereThe structure and elements of Daniel’s prayer, beginning with the greatness and awesomeness of God and how He “keeps his covenant of love with all who love him and obey his commands” (Daniel 9:4)The immediate answer to Daniel’s prayer from God sent with the angel Gabriel

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Rebecca and Jennifer dive into the events of the Holy Week, the week between Palm Sunday and Resurrection Sunday, the week Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead. In this Part 2 episode, their discussion explores the events of Thursday and continuing through Resurrection Sunday. They discuss the Passover and emphasize the truth that Jesus willingly went to the cross to fulfill the will of the Father. He was tried and convicted, and now the crowds shouted for His crucifixion. Jesus was beaten and placed on the cross on Friday as His mother and disciples watched His agonizing death. He was a King who “humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross” (Philippians 2:8). On the cross next to Him, a thief asked Jesus to remember him when He comes into His kingdom. Jesus promised the thief would be with Him today in paradise, showing He was the Sovereign King, even as He was rejected and put to death. The discussion concludes with the greatest moment in history when the rejected Christ conquered death and was raised to life, proving He is the Son of God and the risen King of Kings!

Topics Discussed:

Jesus’ authority and willingness to go to the cross. The significance of Passover and its fulfillment in ChristThe betrayal, arrest, and trials of JesusThe crucifixion and death of Jesus

Jesus’ promise to the thief on the cross who believed in Him

Jesus’ resurrection from the dead

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Rebecca and Jennifer dive into the events of Holy Week, the week between Palm Sunday and Resurrection Sunday, the week Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead. In this Part 1 episode, their discussion explores the events of each day beginning on Sunday, when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a colt, and continuing through the Wednesday. They discuss Jesus’ teaching and the actions of the crowds that followed Him. The truth that Jesus willingly went to Jerusalem knowing that He would give His life is heavily highlighted, as we must understand that Jesus went to the cross to save mankind from sin by His own authority. It was the will of the Father, and although Jesus had all authority to save Himself, He willingly laid down His life. Takeaways:

Jesus’ triumphal entry into JerusalemThe crowds praised Jesus as He rode into Jerusalem. Jesus cleansed the temple, as it had been made “’a den of robbers’” (Luke 19:46).

Jesus spoke in parables to the religious leaders.

Jesus privately taught His disciples.The religious leaders opposed Jesus.Judas betrayed Jesus, even though He had been with Him as a disciple.

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