The Light

In this message, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the strife between Esau and Jacob from birth, tracing how a divided womb becomes a divided house. Along the way, he unpacks a hard truth: God's choice of Jacob had nothing to do with Jacob's character, and everything to do with mercy toward the undeserving. If you've ever wondered whether your own failures disqualify you from God's promises, this message says otherwise—and points to the God who chooses the unworthy anyway.

Amazing Promises to Dysfunctional People: In this 20-message series, Dr. John Neufeld walks through the dysfunctional family of Abraham found in Genesis 25-36, uncovering the relational brokenness at its core. Sin leaves human relationships fractured—we long for connection, yet find ourselves divided in so many ways. Listen in, and be challenged to live with integrity even when the world around you feels like it's falling apart.

Have you ever sensed God leading you toward something, only to immediately feel unqualified, afraid, or unsure? Maybe you've wondered, Who am I to do what God is asking?

In this encouraging conversation, Becky Murray joins Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson to explore the story of Moses in Exodus 3-4 and the excuses that often keep us from stepping into God's calling. Drawing from her own journey as the founder of One by One, Becky shares how God met her fears, insecurities, and feelings of inadequacy — and how He can do the same for you.

If you've been holding back because of intimidation, fear of rejection, or your own perceived weaknesses, this episode will remind you that God has never called you to rely on yourself. He's simply asking you to keep your eyes fixed on Him.

You’ll learn:

• Why intimidation, rejection, and insecurity are some of the enemy's greatest tools to keep you from God's calling.
• What Moses' excuses reveal about the struggles we all face when God asks us to take a step of faith.
• How to stop letting your past define your present and embrace the freedom Christ has already won for you.
• Why God often calls ordinary, imperfect people so His strength — not theirs — gets the glory.
• How intimacy with God gives you the courage to keep saying "yes," even when the path feels impossible.

Resources From This Episode:

• Learn more about Becky's ministry to prevent human trafficking and protect vulnerable children at onebyone.org.
• Connect with Becky Murray:
  • Website: beckymurray.org.
  • Book: Embrace the Journey.
• If today's episode encouraged you, leave a rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts. Your review helps more women discover biblical encouragement through The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast.
• Capstone Wellness provides residential treatment and custom therapy intensives that retrace hurt to the roots in a Christ-centered environment. Learn more at Capstonewellness.com/proverbs31
• Download a copy of this transcript here. 

Want More on This Topic? 

• Listen to this podcast episode with Lysa TerKeurst on the topic of obedience.

Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into Job’s faith and integrity through sickness (Job 2).

From the Series: Job: A Man of Heroic Endurance

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Misunderstandings can easily lead to broken relationships. Before this happens do your best to come to a resolution. Then graciously forgive. And move on.

You’ve probably heard that a Bible that’s falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn’t. One reason: When you’re constantly reading Scripture and meditating on its truth, the more you’re reminded of the blessings of being in Christ. Risk some wear and tear on your Bible with John MacArthur as he continues his study called The Gospel According to God.

What does it mean to be clothed in Christ? Rooted in Romans 13:14, we explore how seeking God's will instead of our own desires leads to lasting peace, wisdom, and spiritual growth. Learn how to resist the pull of self-focus and daily choose to follow Jesus.

Every day presents opportunities to follow our own desires or surrender to God's leading. Megan J. Conner reminds us that while our hearts can be easily swayed by the world's distractions and instant gratification, God invites us to seek His face first. As we intentionally "clothe ourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ," He transforms our hearts, strengthens our discernment, and produces the fruit of the Spirit, enabling us to walk in obedience and experience His best for our lives.

Highlights:

• Discover what it means to clothe yourself with Christ according to Romans 13:14.
• Learn why our hearts can be deceptive and why God's wisdom is essential.
• Find encouragement to seek God's direction before making important decisions.
• Understand how waiting on God develops spiritual maturity and discernment.
• Explore how walking with Christ produces the fruit of the Spirit.
• Be reminded that God's peace comes through surrender, not self-reliance.

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When have you found yourself choosing between your own desires and God's direction? What practices help you seek Christ first before making important decisions?

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Full Transcript Below:

Clothed in Christ
By Megan J. Conner

Bible Reading:
“… Clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh.” (Romans 13:14, NIV)
My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, LORD, I will seek.” (Psalm 27:8, NIV)

Every day, all day long, we face one decision after another. Sometimes these choices are practical: What do I need from the grocery store? Or how much money should I pay off on the credit card? But other times, the dilemma is a matter of the heart – a tug-of-war between what I should do and what I want to do. Even more seriously, a decision between what we know to be right and what our conscience tells us is wrong.

When choosing between what we think we want and what the Lord desires as his best for us, the struggle can be REAL. The allure of the world is powerful.  Especially in this modern, technology-driven era, where even our devices are labeled with the pronoun “I,” the pull of selfishness and self-focus is strong, to say the least. The phones in our hands provide us with constant access to commercialism and propaganda that suggest it's all about me and that I should have or do anything I want simply because it is available or sounds appealing. And though we may logically identify the potential pitfalls in these scenarios, when our emotions or sinful desires

When we come to Jesus, he satisfies the deepest needs and longings of our soul. Here in these verses, Jesus has compassion on a needy crowd and provides for them from heaven. We see his heart of kindness, and his power to provide. His heart is the same today, and his power undiminished.