Rising In Christ

Ben Found himself going with the flow at his church for 25 years until he started to question the things he was taught during that time. At about 50 years old he went seeking for the truth himself and talks about what he discovered.

In this episode, we explore what true biblical humility really is in light of Scripture. Humility is often misunderstood as self-degradation or the downplaying of God’s work in our lives, but the Word of God reveals something deeper.

True humility is rooted in the fear of the Lord and a surrendered heart that recognizes every gift, opportunity, and blessing comes from Him. It is not about performing humility before people, but about living in obedience and reverence before God.

We also address the tension between celebrating what God is doing in someone’s life and the tendency to shift toward suspicion or judgment. Scripture calls us to rejoice with those who rejoice and to trust that God Himself is the righteous judge of the heart.

This episode challenges false humility, human assumptions, and misplaced judgment, while pointing us back to a Christ-centered understanding of humility—one that honors God, reflects His truth, and keeps Him at the center of all things.

Some Christians are always trying to tell others what to do with their lives and imposing their beliefs on them. This is not in line with what Christ teaches us about considering others and showing mercy. We should focus on sharing our testimony and being a light to others, instead of trying to force them to obey God. Christians need to take a hard look at themselves and examine if they are being hypocrites in their actions and behaviors. We must also police ourselves as a church and not judge others. Finally, The speaker talks about the importance of examining our attachment to false images of Jesus and how it goes against the commandment in Exodus 24. They also discuss the dangers of judging and trying to force our beliefs on others, instead of showing compassion and remembering the mercy of God in our own lives. The focus should be on being a light in the world and helping others come to a true understanding of God.

Sometimes I don't know what to pray, and I can imagine that Jesus disciples felt the same way. Our Father already hear our prayers, spoken and unspoken, because the Holy Spirit intercedes for us.

Sometimes I don't know what to pray, and I can imagine Jesus disciples felt the same way. The prayer Jesus taught his disciples encompasses every prayer that may be prayed.

This episode of the Rising in Christ podcast explores the topic of unity in the Body of Christ and its importance in spiritual growth and protection. Just as God's creatures in nature demonstrate the strength and power of unity, the church must come together as a unified force against the enemy. God has equipped us with all the tools and gifts we need to carry out his mission, but we must fully submit to the authority of Jesus and walk in unity with one another. Let us remember that there is one body and that we must stand united.

Oh Lord, we thank you for being a God of Your word, full of truth and full of life. Lord Jesus, you are the good Shepherd, and we are your flock. You anoint our head with oil, protecting us from all evil. Your words are a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. You prepare a table before us in the presence of our enemies. We shall stand on your word of truth, putting on the whole armor of God. Lord Jesus, give us all we need to complete out mission here on earth. Amen.

The story of Joseph from the book of Genesis teaches us about the importance of those who have been sent ahead of us to pave the way and provide provisions for us. We must remember their suffering and endurance, and stand for justice and defend the oppressed. We should also be humble and trust in God's timing for our own purposes. Jealousy can lead to destructive behavior, as seen with Joseph's brothers and Cain and Abel. The story of Joseph in the Bible is a great example of how God is our deliverer. Joseph's brothers were jealous of him and sold him into slavery, but God was always with him and blessed him. Joseph's brothers ended up benefiting from his suffering, showing that God's plans are always good. We should respect and honor those who came before us and not take credit for their work. The Lord promises to never give our blessings to our enemies and to allow us to eat the fruit of the seeds we’ve planted.

Jesus said to some Jews who believed in him that if they held onto his teachings, they would truly be his disciples and would know the truth, which would set them free. They were resistant to the truth because they were more worried about being educated in the law and holding prestigious positions. However, without the truth, they were slaves to sin. Their truth was from their father the Devil; but the devil is a liar, and his children are the lies. Those who refuse to love the truth are susceptible to powerful delusions. So be lovers of Truth and hate the lie.

In today's episode, I wanted to talk about the importance of seeking truth in our faith and guarding ourselves from false teachings. As believers, we are called to be seekers of truth and to test all teachings against the Word of God. Let us not be divided by superficial differences, but come together as one body in Christ. This passage talks about the importance of unity among believers, regardless of their differences. Jesus prayed for this unity among his followers, and Paul also emphasized the need for it. We should not allow divisions or quarrels to distract us from following Christ and his teachings. Let God be the ultimate truth and do not hold any man above him or his Word.