The One Thing That's Needful

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “When You Don’t Understand His Hand, Trust His Heart.” Dr. Funches picks up where she left off in the last message, the very vital topic about how when you can’t understand God’s hand, you must trust His heart. In every believer’s life, there are going to be times — maybe even seasons — when we just don’t understand what it is that God is doing, or possibly don’t understand why God isn’t doing something that we feel He needs to do.

Dr. Funches returns to John 11 and Martha, Mary, and Lazarus and shares how much she can relate to needing a miracle from God in the most grievous and even fearful circumstances. Martha seemed not to understand the hand of the Lord when she told Him Lazarus would not have died if the Lord had been there, but she showed her faith that even after Lazarus died, Jesus could heal him and raise him from death. Dr. Funches emphasizes Jesus revealing Himself as the resurrection and the life.

Listen in to hear how you can trust in God’s heart as a New Covenant believer of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[3:19] John 11, NKJV [referenced]

[6:19] Song of Solomon 2:15, NKJV 15 Catch us the foxes, The little foxes that spoil the vines, For our vines have tender grapes.

[14:13] Isaiah 55:10, NKJV 10 “For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there, But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater,”

[15:56] John 11:21–22, NKJV 21 Now Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.”

[18:37] Luke 1:37, NKJV, 37 “For with God nothing will be impossible.”

[19:47] Acts 20:24, NKJV 24 But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.

[20:40] John 11:23, NKJV 23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.”

[20:47] 1 Timothy 6:12, NKJV 12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.

[21:25] John 11:24, NKJV 24 Martha said to Him, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. 26 And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?” 27 She said to Him, “Yes, Lord, I believe that You are the Christ, the Son of God, who is to come into the world.”

[29:29] Matthew 6:33, NKJV, 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. [referenced]

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In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “When You Don’t Understand His Hand, Trust His Heart.” Dr. Funches begins by recapping the previous three messages. It is vital for believers to trust the heart of God, especially in the times when you don’t understand His hand. There will be times when you don’t understand. Sometimes you don’t understand when He’s doing something and sometimes you don’t understand when He doesn’t seem to be doing what you think you need. Those are the moments we fight the good fight of faith. The only way to do that is to know God’s heart; to know Him. God is unconditional love toward us at all times and in all seasons.

Dr. Funches continues with a review of the previous messages starting at John 11:1–16, about Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. If something is important to you, it’s important to God. Dr. Funches discusses how Jesus stayed in the place where He was for two days when he heard that Lazarus was sick. We need to walk by faith, not by sight when we don’t understand what God is doing. He does everything out of love. Dr. Funches continues reading the story at John 11:17–22 and stresses that Martha knew that with God all things are possible. You cannot cast your cares until you first humble yourself. Take God at His word.

Listen in to hear how you can trust in God’s heart as a New Covenant believer of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[4:05] 1 Timothy 6:12, NKJV 12 Fight the good fight of faith... [referenced]

[4:12] Proverbs 3:5–6, NKJV 5 ...Lean not on your own understanding; 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.

[6:01] 1 Corinthians 1:30, NKJV 30 But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God—and righteousness and sanctification and redemption—

[18:12] John 11:17, NKJV 17 So when Jesus came, He found that he had already been in the tomb four days.

[20:54] John 11:18–21, NKJV 18 Now Bethany was near Jerusalem, about two miles away. 19 And many of the Jews had joined the women around Martha and Mary, to comfort them concerning their brother. 20 Then Martha, as soon as she heard that Jesus was coming, went and met Him, but Mary was sitting in the house. 21 Now Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.”

[21:38] Matthew 19:26, NKJV 26 …With God all things are possible.

[28:02] 1 Peter 5:6–7, NKJV 6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

[32:06] John 11:22, NKJV, 22 “But even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.”

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In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “When You Don’t Understand the Hand of God, Trust the Heart of God.” We need to do what we’re called to do and walk by faith, not by sight and really trust the heart of God. Dr. Funches encourages you to go back and listen to the previous episodes in this series.

Dr. Funches introduces this message by reviewing from John 11:1-3, the account of Mary and Martha sending for Jesus to heal their brother Lazarus from his serious illness. Today, we do not send for Jesus but we pray in faith and He sends us forth to do greater works and carry the presence of God at all times and anywhere.Dr. Funches continues with the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus with her teachings on God’s love and creative power of speaking words of life by the perfect will of God. Dr. Funches also examines Jesus bringing to life the daughter of Jairus, the raising from death of the son of the widow of Nain, and Elisha raising the son of the Shunammite woman. Dr. Funches stresses our need to trust in the love of God, even when we don’t see His purposes for us.

Listen in to hear how you can trust in God’s heart as a New Covenant believer of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[10:03] John 11:5, NKJV 5 Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.

[12:33] John 11:6, NKJV 6 So, when He heard that he was sick, He stayed two more days in the place where He was.

[16:31] John 11:7–11, NKJV 7 Then after this He said to the disciples, “Let us go to Judea again.” 8 The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi, lately the Jews sought to stone You, and are You going there again?” 9 Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours in the day? If anyone walks in the day, he does not stumble, because he sees the light of this world. 10 But if one walks in the night, he stumbles, because the light is not in him.” 11 These things He said, and after that, He said to them, “Our friend Lazarus sleeps, but I go that I may wake him up.”

[21:17] Proverbs 18:21, NKJV 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.

[25:39] John 11:12–14, NKJV 12 Then His disciples said, “Lord, if he sleeps he will get well.” 13 However, Jesus spoke of his death, but they thought that He was speaking about taking rest in sleep. 14 Then Jesus said to them plainly, “Lazarus is dead.”

[29:14] John 11:16, NKJV 16 Then Thomas, who is called the Twin, said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with Him.”

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Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “When You Can’t Understand the Hand of God, Trust the Heart of God.” Dr. Funches introduces this message by reminding you that God loves you perfectly and there’s nothing you could ever do to change His love for you. Dr. Funches asks you to listen to last week’s message if you have not heard it.

Dr. Funches teaches that there are going to be times when you just do not understand what God is doing, why He is doing it, or the way He is doing it. We don’t understand why something may be taking so long or why something is moving so fast. Understand that God is unconditional love; God is wisdom. God’s wisdom and love work together to shield us from some things. Dr. Fuenches uses the example of a parent leaving a child in the hands of a surgeon for a necessary procedure.Dr. Funches continues with the story of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, reviewing verses 1–3 and studying verse 4, as well as other passages to show God’s love. Listen in to hear how you can trust in God’s heart as a New Covenant believer of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[16:40] Luke 7:47, NKJV 47 Therefore I say to you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much. But to whom little is forgiven, the same loves little.”

[18:15] John 11:4, NKJV 4 When Jesus heard that, He said, “This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it.”

[28:31] Proverbs 23:7, NKJV 7 For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. “Eat and drink!” he says to you, But his heart is not with you.

[29:53] Ephesians 6:13–18, NKJV [the whole armor of God summarized]

[30:58] Phillippians 4:8, NKJV 8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.

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The True Story for God’s Glory: The Life of Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade, by Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade

Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches begins the series, “When You Can’t Understand the Hand of God, Trust the Heart of God.” Dr. Funches introduces this message by talking about the times when you might be impatient with God’s work in your life, either that it’s not happening when you want, or it’s not what you want, you can trust God’s heart. God is love. God loves you. You will not stay in the waiting room for too many seasons. You are to possess your promise. The things you are waiting for are not just for you but are for a blessing to others.Dr. Funches teaches about God’s wisdom and superiority. Like Job, we sometimes need to be humbled and trust God through the process. Everything good stems from God. God will work all things together for your good. Dr. Funches discusses the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus as an example of God’s love when we face challenges. Dr. Funches will continue with the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in next week’s message.

Listen in to hear how you can trust in God’s heart as a New Covenant believer of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[13:30] Job, NKJV [full book referenced]

[24:54] John 11:1–3, NKJV 1 Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 It was that Mary who anointed the Lord with fragrant oil and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. 3 Therefore the sisters sent to Him, saying, “Lord, behold, he whom You love is sick.”

[30:09] 1 Corinthians 13, NKJV [chapter referenced]

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The True Story for God’s Glory: The Life of Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade, by Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade

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In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches finishes the series, “Putting it in the Hands of Jesus.” Dr. Funches introduces this message by stating that whether we have a mess of our own or we are involved in someone else’s mess, as we put it in the almighty hands of Jesus, He will turn your mess into whatever miracle you need, beyond even your prayers.Dr. Funches recaps the message from last week, that Jesus washes us clean. His word is a lamp to our feet. It directs our paths. One thing is needful — getting at the feet of Jesus and hearing His word. Jesus is God’s Word. When we know the Word, we know the Son of God, who is God. Jesus is the Light of the world. Jesus is the Bread of Life. He is everything that we can possibly need. Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life.In this week’s message, Dr. Funches teaches that no one can serve two masters. Mammon is of the devil. Jesus knows our needs before we do. God supplies all of our needs. We must grasp the truth that we cannot serve God and mammon. Dr. Funches takes us to a study of Luke 5 where Jesus blessed Simon, James, and John with a catch of fish that started to sink their boats and they followed Him. God provides and His provision changes as He wills it. Dr. Funches speaks about tithing. When you give God 10% of your income, it is a way of putting it in His Hands. God will open the windows of heaven and pour at that there will not be room enough to receive it. You will have to give some of it away! When you give God 10%, 100% becomes holy. You can’t lose, with God. Whatever is put in His hands grows and multiplies.

Listen in to hear how God favors the New Covenant believer who puts their needs into the hands of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[18:46] Matthew 6:24, NKJV 24 “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and Mammon.”

[24:33] Luke 5:1–11, NKJV 1 So it was, as the multitude pressed about Him to hear the word of God, that He stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, 2 and saw two boats standing by the lake; but the fishermen had gone from them and were washing their nets. 3 Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and asked him to put out a little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. 4 When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.” 6 And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking. 7 So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish which they had taken; 10 and so also were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid. From now on you will catch men.” 11 So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.

[35:37] Malachi 3:10, NKJV 10 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse, That there may be food in My house, And try Me now in this,” Says the Lord of hosts, “If I will not open for you the windows of heaven And pour out for you such blessing That there will not be room enough to receive it.”

[38:43] Romans 11:16, NKJV 16 For if the firstfruit is holy, the lump is also holy; and if the root is holy, so are the branches.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The True Story for God’s Glory: The Life of Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade, by Siohvaughn L. Funches-WadeYou Gotta Let God Finish, by Siohvaughn L. Funches

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In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches begins the series, “The Benefits and Blessings of Putting it in Jesus’s Hands.” Dr. Funches is excited about this series. It’s a powerful message but simple to understand. The Bible passages show that when people come to Jesus and put something in His hand, they are greatly blessed beyond what they asked for. Today, when we come to Jesus, we come to Him in praise, when we open up the word of God, when we go to Church, and when we go to Bible study.In this week’s message, Dr. Funches delves into the benefits of coming to Jesus with whatever you have need. God gives lavishly and prospers us. God wants us to rule over money and use it for His purposes and His glory. Dr. Funches goes to John 6 for a miracle of provision with barley loaves and fish and reminds that God provides so you are filled to overflowing and are satisfied. Our needs can never outmatch what God supplies.

Listen in to hear how God favors the New Covenant believer who puts their needs into the hands of Jesus.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[22:36] John 6:1–7, NKJV 1 After these things Jesus went over the Sea of Galilee, which is the Sea of Tiberias. 2 Then a great multitude followed Him, because they saw His signs which He performed on those who were diseased. 3 And Jesus went up on the mountain, and there He sat with His disciples. 4 Now the Passover, a feast of the Jews, was near. 5 Then Jesus lifted up His eyes, and seeing a great multitude coming toward Him, He said to Philip, “Where shall we buy bread, that these may eat?” 6 But this He said to test him, for He Himself knew what He would do. 7 Philip answered Him, “Two hundred denarii worth of bread is not sufficient for them, that every one of them may have a little.”

[25:40] John 6:8–14, NKJV 8 8 One of His disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, said to Him, 9 “There is a lad here who has five barley loaves and two small fish, but what are they among so many?” 10 Then Jesus said, “Make the people sit down.” Now there was much grass in the place. So the men sat down, in number about five thousand. 11 And Jesus took the loaves, and when He had given thanks He distributed them to the disciples, and the disciples to those sitting down; and likewise of the fish, as much as they wanted. 12 So when they were filled, He said to His disciples, “Gather up the fragments that remain, so that nothing is lost.” 13 Therefore they gathered them up, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves which were left over by those who had eaten. 14 Then those men, when they had seen the sign that Jesus did, said, “This is truly the Prophet who is to come into the world.”

[34:02] Psalm 100:4, NKJV 4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.

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The True Story For God’s Glory: The Life of Siohvaughn L. Funches-Wade, by Siohvaughn L. Funches-WadeYou Gotta Let God Finish, by Siohvaughn L. Funches

Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches finishes the series, “Favor on the Way.” Dr. Funches invites you to go back and review the previous messages in this series to lay the foundation for this message, and see in this series that God favors you on the way to inheriting that promise God made you.Dr. Funches recaps the message from the previous episodes that we must walk by faith and not by sight. Do not give up. God is good to you, now and always. Dr. Funches reviews how you face the storms in life with faith. Clouds pass in front of the sun, blocking the view but the sun has not gone away. God goes before you. Dr. Funches talks again about God favoring Joseph so that Potiphar could see the Lord was with Joseph.

In this week’s message, Dr. Funches continues with Joseph refusing to commit adultery with Potiphar’s wife, being thrown in prison, being granted authority over the prison, interpreting the dreams of the Pharoah’s butler and baker in prison, and being brought to Pharoah to interpret his dreams. Dr. Funches tells how Pharoah put Joseph in authority just under himself to save Egypt and the surrounding nations from seven years of famine, so Joseph could preserve his family from the famine.

Listen in to hear how God favors the New Covenant believer on the way to receive His promises.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[18:04] Genesis 39, NKJV (summarized)

[22:47] John 16:33, NKJV 33 These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

[31:30] Genesis 39:21–22, NKJV (summarized)

[32:31] Genesis 40, NKJV (summarized)

[35:22] Genesis 41, NKJV (summarized)

[38:56] Genesis 42, NKJV (summarized)

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Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “Favor on the Way.” Dr. Funches invites you to see in this series that God favors you on the way to inheriting that promise God made you.Dr. Funches recaps the message from the first episode of this series that everyone faces storms in life. We live in a world that is fallen, where the devil has influence with people. The spiritual storms that arise in us are like natural storms. Visibility is not good in a storm. God wants us to use our eyes of faith to see God in His word. We don’t see a way out of our troubles but God surely has a way. Jesus has overcome the world with His blood. Look with eyes of faith. Ask God to open your eyes of faith so you can see Jesus every day in your walk with Him. God is good to you every day. Dr. Funches talks about the favor of God to you through Jesus as you walk by faith.

In last week’s message, Dr. Funches started delving into the Book of Esther. This week, Dr. Funches continues in the Book of Esther. We see that Esther and Mordecai had a journey to get to their promised blessings. Dr. Funches invites you to slow down and meditate as you read the scriptures. Think about how long Abraham and Sarah waited on God. Slow down, soak in the truth, and let the Holy Spirit minister to you. It is better to read a little with the Holy Spirit than to read a lot without seeking the Holy Spirit.

Dr. Funches recaps the first chapters of the Book of Esther, looking at how Esther was orphaned and Mordecai took her in as his daughter. Dr. Funches summarizes the events in the Book of Esther concerning how Esther, as a virgin, was brought before King Ahasuerus as a potential bride for him. Even in their hardships, Esther and Mordecai trusted in God and God favored them along the way. Dr. Funches picks up in the Book of Esther where last week’s message ended.

Listen in to hear how God favors the New Covenant believer on the way to receive.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[20:00] Esther, NKJV (Chapter 2 summarized)

[20:38] Esther 2:15, NKJV 15 Now when the turn came for Esther the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her as his daughter, to go in to the king, she requested nothing but what Hegai the king’s eunuch, the custodian of the women, advised. And Esther obtained favor in the sight of all who saw her.

[29:10] Esther 2:16–18, NKJV 16 So Esther was taken to King Ahasuerus, into his royal palace, in the tenth month, which is the month of Tebeth, in the seventh year of his reign. 17 The king loved Esther more than all the other women, and she obtained grace and favor in his sight more than all the virgins; so he set the royal crown upon her head and made her queen instead of Vashti. 18 Then the king made a great feast, the Feast of Esther, for all his officials and servants; and he proclaimed a holiday in the provinces and gave gifts according to the generosity of a king.

[36:17] Esther, NKJV (Entire book summarized)

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

You Gotta Let God Finish, by Siohvaughn L. Funches

Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.

In today’s episode, Dr. Siohvaughn Funches continues the series, “Favor on the Way.” Dr. Funches invites you to see in this series that God favors you every day while you’re on the way to your promised land.Dr. Funches recaps the message from last week that everyone faces storms in life. Jesus has overcome the world and tells us to have good cheer. God doesn’t cause the storms. Jesus rebuked the storm on the Sea of Galilee. Visibility becomes almost nothing in a storm. We walk by faith and not by sight. God is there; God’s goodness is there; God’s love is there. The enemy tries to block our vision with clouds, darkness, and raging storms so that we don’t see. With eyes of faith, you can see right through the storm.

Dr. Funches reviews when God opened the eyes of the servant of Elisha to see the forces of God were more than the forces against them. Dr. Funches reminds the listener of the Book of Ruth when God blessed Ruth and Naomi through their personal storms along the way to receive greater blessings.

Today’s message starts in the Book of Esther, looking at the lives of Esther and her relative Mordecai, to see into the heart of God and learn more about Jesus. Esther was orphaned and Mordecai took her in as his daughter. Dr. Funches summarizes the events in the Book of Esther concerning how Esther, as a virgin, was brought before King Ahasuerus as a potential bride for him. Esther and Mordecai trusted in God and God favored them along the way. Dr. Funches will continue in the Book of Esther in the message, next week.

Listen in to hear how God favors the New Covenant believer on the way to receive.

KEY BIBLE VERSES

[11:24] Esther, NKJV (Chapters 1 and 2 summarized)

[26:19] Esther 2:9, NKJV 9 Now the young woman pleased him, and she obtained his favor; so he readily gave beauty preparations to her, besides her allowance. Then seven choice maidservants were provided for her from the king’s palace, and he moved her and her maidservants to the best place in the house of the women.

[27:25] Proverbs 21:1, NKJV 1 The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, Like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

You Gotta Let God Finish, by Siohvaughn L. Funches

Please visit DrFunches.com for books, blogs, and more helpful resources from Dr. Funches and for ways to get involved with this ministry, A Woman’s Worth Foundation.