🎙️ Rising 365 — Don’t Ignore the Warnings

Genesis 20

In this episode of Rising 365, we walk through Genesis 20, a chapter that reminds us God often warns us before consequences arrive—but those warnings are easy to dismiss when fear, self-protection, or partial obedience take over.

Abraham’s encounter with Abimelech exposes how even people of faith can repeat old patterns, rationalize half-truths, and place others at risk when they ignore God’s caution. Yet woven through the tension is a powerful truth: God intervenes, protects, and restores—even when His people falter.

This teaching challenges us to ask:

• What warnings has God already given me that I’m choosing to overlook?
• How does fear distort obedience?
• What does it look like to respond humbly when God interrupts our plans?
• How can ignoring small warnings lead to larger spiritual damage?

Genesis 20 invites us to slow down, listen carefully, and trust that God’s warnings are not punishments—but mercy.

🔍 Key Themes

• God’s warnings as grace, not restriction
• The danger of repeating old sins
• Fear vs. faith in decision-making
• God’s faithfulness even when we fail
• Owning our influence on others

📖 Scripture Focus

• Genesis 20
• Supporting cross-themes from Genesis 12 & 16 (patterns repeated)
• God’s protective sovereignty over His promises

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Thanks for listening to Rising 365—where we rise daily, walk honestly, and respond faithfully to God’s voice.

🎙️ Don’t Look Back | Genesis 19

God rescued Lot and his family—but hesitation and divided hearts had consequences. In Genesis 19, we’re reminded that following God means moving forward, not clinging to what He’s calling us out of.

👉 Old sins. Old comforts. Old regrets. When God says run, don’t look back.

“Remember Lot’s wife.” — Luke 17:32

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Forward faith requires forward focus.

What happens when God steps into the ordinary—and asks to be welcomed?

In this episode of Rising 365, we dive into Genesis 18, where Abraham encounters God in an unexpected moment, Sarah laughs at an impossible promise, and one man boldly stands in the gap for an entire city.

This isn’t just a story about hospitality or miracles—it’s about bold faith, honest conversations with God, and what happens when someone dares to ask heaven to intervene on earth.

You’ll be challenged to consider:

• What it looks like when God draws near
• Why God invites dialogue, not silence
• How one righteous voice can make an eternal difference
• Whether your faith is willing to trust God beyond what feels reasonable

This episode will stretch your thinking, strengthen your faith, and challenge you to rise—not just once, but daily.

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Every share, invite, and conversation helps spread truth and encouragement to others.

New episodes drop regularly—so stay connected, stay encouraged, and keep rising.

In this episode of Rising 365, we dive into Genesis 17 and uncover a powerful truth: God’s promises often require discomfort before they bring fulfillment.

As God reaffirms His covenant with Abram—renaming him Abraham—we see that obedience, waiting, and even pain can be part of God’s refining work. But every step has purpose, shaping us into who God has called us to be.

If you’ve ever wrestled with God’s timing or questioned whether the promise is worth the cost, this episode will encourage you to trust Him more deeply.

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Thank you for being part of the Rising 365 community—together, we rise daily in truth, faith, and purpose.

Genesis 16

God Is Looking After You in This New Year

As we step into a brand-new year, it’s easy to wonder: Does God really see me right now? In Genesis 16, we meet Hagar—a woman overlooked, mistreated, and pushed into the wilderness. Yet it’s there that God reveals Himself as El Roi, the God who sees.

In this episode of Rising 365, we’re reminded that even when life feels messy, delayed, or unfair, God has not lost sight of you. He sees your tears, knows your story, and meets you in the wilderness moments of life.

If you’re starting this year carrying questions, disappointment, or uncertainty, this message will encourage your heart with a simple but powerful truth: You are seen, you are known, and God is already at work ahead of you.

Press play and start this new year anchored in hope, trust, and the faithfulness of a God who watches over you—every single day.

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Your support helps spread hope, encouragement, and biblical truth—365 days a year.

God Keeps His Promises — Will You Trust Him Going Into This New Year?

As one year ends and another begins, many of us are still waiting on God to fulfill what He promised.

In this episode, we walk through Genesis 15, where Abram wrestles with fear, delay, and unanswered questions—yet God meets him with reassurance and covenant faithfulness. God doesn’t rebuke honest questions; He strengthens faith by reminding us who He is.

If you’re entering the New Year tired, uncertain, or still waiting, this episode will help you reset your heart, lift your eyes, and trust God again.

New year. Same faithful God. Let’s rise—365.

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Genesis 14 – Who Needs Your Help, and Don’t Be Bought

In this episode of Rising 365, we walk through Genesis 14 and discover how Abram responds to crisis with courage, clarity, and integrity. He steps into battle to rescue Lot—not for power or profit—but out of responsibility and obedience to God.

This chapter challenges us to ask:

• Who has God called me to help?
• Which battles am I meant to fight—and which should I avoid?
• Am I guarding my integrity when rewards are offered?

Abram’s refusal of the king of Sodom’s wealth reminds us that when God is our source, we don’t need the world’s approval or reward.

Key Scripture: Genesis 14

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Keep rising.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

Genesis 13 reminds us that sometimes separation is necessary in order to find and preserve peace. It also teaches that not everything that looks good is truly good for us—and if we’re not careful, those choices can become our downfall. Finally, this chapter shows that when we place our trust fully in God’s hands, He blesses us even when we cannot yet see it.

✨ Reflection: What do you need to separate from in order to experience peace?

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With much thankfulness for you, Mike Peña

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Episode Title: Faith Begins with One Step Scripture Focus: Genesis 12

🔑 Episode Summary

In this episode, we dive into Genesis 12 and explore the moment Abram took his first step into the unknown—trusting God without a roadmap. Michael Peña unpacks how faith isn’t about having all the answers, but about saying “yes” to the One who does. Whether you're facing a new season, a tough decision, or just trying to rise again today, this episode reminds you: Faith begins with one step.

💬 What You’ll Hear

• Why Genesis 12 is a blueprint for bold obedience
• How to recognize God’s call in your own life
• Encouragement for those feeling stuck or uncertain
• Real-life stories and analogies that make Scripture come alive
• A challenge to take your next step—no matter how small

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"What if the Tower of Babel wasn’t just a cautionary tale—but a divine course correction? In Genesis 11, God doesn’t just scatter people… He sets the stage for something far greater. If you’ve ever felt like your plans were interrupted, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about building with purpose, not just ambition."

🎙️ Rising 365 Podcast —Genesis : “Mind What and Why You’re Building” — Encouragement from Genesis 11 📖 Episode Summary In this episode, we unpack the surprising encouragement tucked inside Genesis 11—the Tower of Babel story we often associate with confusion and division. But what if this passage is less about punishment and more about divine redirection?

What if God’s interruption was actually an invitation?

WE explore:

🧱 The heart behind human ambition and spiritual construction

🗣️ How unity without truth can lead us astray

🔥 Why God’s scattering was a setup for global redemption

💡 What this means for your calling, your community, and your next step Whether you're leading a ministry, mentoring teens, or just trying to build something meaningful in your life—this episode will challenge and encourage you to “mind what and why you’re building.”

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