Day 3: Purified by the Word
Scripture: John 17:17 (ESV)
"Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth."

Devotional:
Jesus prayed for us to be sanctified by truth—His Word. As we fast, we feast on the Scriptures. Time in God’s Word renews our mind and aligns our hearts with His will. Sanctification isn’t just spiritual—it’s practical. The Word washes us clean and prepares us for holy living.

Prayer Focus:
Father, grow in me a deeper love for Your Word. Let it sanctify me from the inside out.

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Day 2: Out of Egypt
Scripture: Exodus 3:7–8 (ESV)
"Then the LORD said, 'I have surely seen the affliction of my people who are in Egypt and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters. I know their sufferings, and I have come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land to a good and broad land, a land flowing with milk and honey.'"

Devotional:
Sanctification begins with God seeing us, knowing us, and initiating deliverance. Just as God saw Israel’s oppression, He sees our burdens today. Sanctification starts with divine compassion and a call to leave behind the place of bondage. He doesn't call us out to leave us wandering—He leads us to a place of blessing.

Prayer Focus:
Lord, thank You for seeing my pain and responding with mercy. Help me to trust Your call to leave the things that enslave me.

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WEEK 1: THE CUP OF SANCTIFICATION
"I will bring you out…" – Exodus 6:6

God calls us out from the world so we may belong to Him. Sanctification begins with separation unto God—a call to live differently because we are His.

Day 1: Set Apart
Scripture: Leviticus 20:26 (ESV)
"You shall be holy to me, for I the LORD am holy and have separated you from the peoples, that you should be mine."

Devotional:
Sanctification is not primarily about what we do—it’s about whose we are. God calls us to be set apart because He is holy and we are His. To be holy means to be different, distinct from the world. In this fast, God invites us to remember that we are His treasured possession, called to reflect His character and glory.

Prayer Focus:
Lord, thank You for calling me Your own. Help me live as one set apart for Your glory.

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Episode 2 — Knowing Your Enemy
Scripture: John 8:44; 1 Peter 5:8

Every believer is in a spiritual battle, but to fight effectively, we must know who our enemy is and how he works. In this episode, we dive into what Scripture reveals about Satan. Jesus describes him as “a liar and the father of lies” (John 8:44), and Peter warns us that he prowls around “like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Satan’s primary weapons are deception, accusation, and temptation, and his goal is to distort truth, divide God’s people, and destroy faith.

We will uncover how he twists God’s Word, how he blinds hearts to the gospel, and how he subtly works to pull us away from wholehearted devotion to Christ. But we won’t stop there—we’ll also see how God equips us to resist him. Knowing the enemy reminds us that we are not powerless. Through Christ’s victory at the cross, believers are given the armor of God, the truth of His Word, and the power of the Holy Spirit to stand firm.

This is not about glorifying the adversary, but about shining light on his schemes so that we can live alert, watchful, and victorious lives in Christ.

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The Reality of the Battle

In this first episode of Standing Firm: A Biblical Guide to Spiritual Warfare, we laid the foundation by looking at Ephesians 6:10–12. Paul reminds us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against rulers, authorities, cosmic powers, and spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.

The main truth we explored is this: spiritual warfare is real, unseen, and unavoidable. Every believer is engaged in it—whether we realize it or not. This isn’t a battle fought with physical weapons or against other people; it’s a spiritual conflict where the enemy uses lies, temptation, and distraction to weaken our faith and steal our joy.

We also emphasized that ignoring this battle leaves us vulnerable, but recognizing it equips us to live alert and dependent on God’s strength. This series isn’t about fear or sensationalism—it’s about clarity, preparation, and confidence in Christ.

Key Takeaway: The Christian life is lived on a battlefield, not a playground. But we don’t fight for victory—we fight from victory, because Jesus has already triumphed at the cross.

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🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨

Pride isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a spiritual danger that Scripture calls out again and again. In Episode 9 of our Proverbs series, The Folly of Pride, we dive into why pride blinds us, breaks relationships, and distances us from God—and how humility opens the way to His wisdom and grace.

Join me as we look at Proverbs 16:18, Proverbs 11:2, and Proverbs 3:34 (ESV) and discover why true strength is found not in self-reliance, but in surrender.

Check out this episode today—you won’t want to miss it!

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🎙 Episode 9: Work and Wealth That Worship

Text: Proverbs 6:6–11; 22:29; 3:9–10; 11:24–28
Theme: Honoring God with diligence and generosity at every stage of life
Key Idea: The way we work and the way we handle what we earn are both acts of worship.

Overview:
In this episode, we explore the biblical connection between our labor and our stewardship. Proverbs teaches us to look at the diligence of the ant (6:6–11), the excellence of skilled work (22:29), the call to honor God with our firstfruits (3:9–10), and the life-giving cycle of generosity (11:24–28).

We’ll consider how laziness drains life, while diligence honors God and benefits others. We’ll also see that wealth is not simply about accumulation—it’s about stewardship, generosity, and trust. When we tithe, save wisely, and give freely, we declare with our actions that God is our true Provider.

Practical applications are given for every life stage: students learning discipline, workers pursuing excellence, families practicing tithing and giving, and retirees leaving a legacy of generosity. The episode closes with a reminder that whether we’re at our job, in our home, or managing resources, everything we do is an opportunity to worship the Lord with our whole lives.

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🎧 Title: Real Friends Don’t Flatter—They Strengthen
📚 Series: Walking in Wisdom
🗝 Theme: Cultivating Wise, Truthful, and God-Honoring Friendships
📖 Key Scriptures: Proverbs 27:6 · Proverbs 29:5 · Job 2–3 · Romans 12:9–10

🧭 What kind of friends do you really have? And what kind of friend are you becoming?

In a culture of shallow compliments, surface-level connections, and filtered lives, this episode cuts through the noise with biblical clarity and heartfelt truth.

Dr. John Baldwin dives into the wisdom of Proverbs and the real-life friendship challenges in the life of Job to answer a vital question:

You’ll discover:

• Why flattery is a danger to your soul (Proverbs 29:5)
• How faithful wounds from a friend can bring healing (Proverbs 27:6)
• What Job’s friends got right—and horribly wrong
• How to pursue genuine, love-filled relationships marked by truth (Romans 12:9–10)
• What it looks like to build godly friendships that last through both joy and suffering

With insight drawn from Scripture and inspired by the teaching ministry of Dr. John Baldwin, this episode will encourage you to reevaluate your circle and realign your heart with God’s design for friendship.

🔥 Whether you’re walking through a storm and need someone to lean on, or you're learning to be that friend for others—this episode is for you.

👂 Tune in today and be equipped to grow wiser, love deeper, and strengthen the people God has placed in your life.

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In this episode of Restoration, we tackle one of the most challenging and necessary topics for godly living: how to handle conflict and extend forgiveness in a way that reflects the heart of God. Drawing wisdom from Proverbs 17:9, 19:11, and 20:3, we explore what it means to be peacemakers in a world addicted to offense, and how true strength is often shown through restraint, grace, and reconciliation.

We’ll discuss:

• Why overlooking an offense can be a mark of spiritual maturity.
• How slowing down our anger leads to greater peace.
• The blessing of being someone who avoids strife rather than fuels it.
• Practical ways to pursue peace in your relationships—at home, at work, and in the church.
• The powerful connection between forgiving others and experiencing freedom in Christ.

If you’ve ever struggled with bitterness, quick tempers, or unresolved tension, this episode will challenge you to embrace the wisdom of Proverbs and follow the Prince of Peace—Jesus Christ—in your daily relationships.

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🎙️ Podcast : Episode 6 — Godly Wisdom for Families
📖 Proverbs 22:6; 14:1; 31:10–31
🧱 Theme: Building Strong Homes

In this episode of Restoration: Where New Life Begins, we journey into the center of everyday life—our families. From parenting young children to guiding teenagers or even preparing for an empty nest, God’s Word offers unshakable wisdom for every season of the home.

We’ll explore three foundational scriptures from Proverbs:

• Proverbs 22:6 gives insight into shaping the next generation.
• Proverbs 14:1 challenges us to build our homes with wisdom, not tear them down with foolishness.
• Proverbs 31:10–31 offers a portrait of strength, dignity, and godly influence in the home.

You'll hear real-life applications for parents, spouses, and grandparents. We’ll talk about legacy, intentionality, and what it means to create a home where Christ is central and wisdom is practiced daily.

Whether you're in the thick of raising little ones or walking with adult children, this episode invites you to reflect, reset, and recommit to building a home that honors the Lord.

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