Utah's Hope

How often have you attained something worldly and found it completely fulfilled all your hopes and dreams? Even if it did satisfy in the moment, how long before another desire began to capture your attention? Learn to shift your focus to the eternal things that really matter.

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"We look to forgive because forgiveness has been extended to us."

"This is like Rocky Balboa squared."

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We're traveling all the way back to May 2017 for this episode! Forgiveness, health, listener call-ins, and the usual Oddcast fun—this episode has it all. We hope you enjoy!

Scripture reveals we were not only created on purpose, but for a purpose. And while that purpose may bring opposition, it also brings authority and sends us forward.

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Luke 4
  
Why do you exist?
Why were you created?
 
The Bible says we were not only created on purpose,
but that we were created for a purpose.
 
Luke 1:3 (NLT)
 
Luke 1:4 (NLT)
 
What is God’s purpose?
 
Luke 4:14–30
 
#1 Purpose Brings Opposition
 
Before you accomplish the purpose of God, you need to have the Spirit of God.
 
Hebrews 4:15 (NKJV)

Luke 4:18–19 (NKJV)
"The Spirit of the LORD is upon Me,
Because He has anointed Me
To preach the gospel to the poor;
He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,
To proclaim liberty to the captives
And recovery of sight to the blind,
To set at liberty those who are oppressed;
To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD."
 
Jesus doesn’t just bring comfort.
He claims authority.
He is the Messiah.
 
Luke 4:30 (NKJV)
Then passing through the midst of them, He went His way.
 
Luke 4:30 (MSG)
But He gave them the slip and was on His way.
 
Living for God’s purpose brings opposition.
 
Live for God’s purposes rather than your own.
 
Luke 4:31–37
 
#2 Purpose Carries Authority
 
Opposition is confirmation that we are on the right track.
 
Sometimes opposition is correction.
Sometimes opposition is immaturity.
Sometimes opposition has consequences.
 
"The world has yet to see what God can do with a man fully consecrated to Him."
—D.L. Moody
 
But Jesus isn’t just authoritative, He’s compassionate.
He’s not just powerful, He’s loving and merciful.
 
Luke 4:38–44
 
#3 Purpose Sends You Forward
 
Jesus had authority in the synagogue,
compassion in the home, and
mercy in the streets.
 
Luke 4:43 (NKJV)
but He said to them, "I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, because for this purpose I have been sent."
 
What is your purpose?
 
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This special episode shares Pastor Greg Laurie’s commentary over the years on the truth of God’s Word regarding the topic of abortion. With insight into God’s perspective, he helps the Christian answer: Does life really begin at conception? What biblical support is there for the pro-life argument? Does God forgive those who had abortions? And can Christians ever support abortion?

As Sanctity of Human Life Sunday approaches this year, get the biblical take on the topic of abortion.

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Author and Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson has spent more than 45 years guiding individuals and couples in everyday financial situations. Discussing his book, Your Money Made Simple, he offers practical advice for mastering your finances biblically. Then, for years, Christy Osborne turned to wine to manage grief, a struggling marriage, and the pressures of motherhood, only to feel trapped in her habits. In desperation, she cried out to Jesus—and through His grace, began a journey of healing, finding new strength in Scripture and healthier ways to face life’s challenges. She shares her story as a testimony of God’s peace, redemption, and the lasting hope found in Him.

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Dr. Stanley talks about the four types of calls that God issues to His people: salvation, sanctification, service, and accountability. The question isn’t, "Is God calling me?" It’s, "Am I listening?"

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Proverbs 21:20 states, “Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling, but a foolish man devours it.” God's Word is clear on the need to live below one's means and to be able to save for the future. To do that, you need a budget—a way to steward every dollar with wisdom and intention. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Chad Clark share some interesting facts about budgeting. Then, it's on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live, biblical wisdom for your financial decisions. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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