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This week I've been talking about the danger of cheap religion. And I don't consider myself to be a "religious" person.

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I watched this young family struggling, and I've watched them grow in faith through their trials.

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Sometimes we think our journey of faith should have no problems.

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Let's look at Abraham as we talk about faith.

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The danger of cheap religion.

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In a world that feels increasingly creative in its wickedness, many believers wonder if it is truly possible to live a righteous life. Servant Marcia Carty addresses this head-on by looking back at the "Days of Noah." This teaching breaks down the biblical definition of wisdom as a spiritual gift that provides protection, success, and a pathway to righteousness. By examining the lives of Noah, Solomon, and Enoch, we learn that God’s wisdom is more than just "common sense"—it is a divine release that empowers us to take dominion and establish the Kingdom of Heaven on earth today.

Main Points of the Message:

-- Defining the "Days of Noah" as a season of perversion and innovation in evil that mirrors our current generation.

-- Understanding that righteousness is impossible through human strength but becomes accessible through the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation.

-- The example of King Solomon: how asking for wisdom to serve others unlocks wealth, honor, and global influence.

-- Practical steps for making the best use of time: shifting from "earthly wisdom" to "godly sincerity" and grace.

-- The protective nature of wisdom: how abiding in the "secret place" (Psalm 91) preserves the believer from the destruction and pestilence of the world.

-- How communities of faith, such as those within Share HealthCare, can apply these principles to care for the widow, the homeless, and the hurting.

Scriptures for Further Study:

-- Genesis 6:5-22

-- 1 Corinthians 1:30

-- James 1:5

-- James 3:13-17

-- 2 Chronicles 9:1-22

-- Proverbs 2:1-12

-- Proverbs 3:13-18

-- Psalm 91:1-10

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Miracle in Manhattan: The Divine Intervention of Brittany Williams

In this episode of This is Your Life, hosts Bobbie Agee and Melinda Carroll sit down with Vicki Williams and her daughter, Brittany Williams, to recount a harrowing yet hopeful journey from the brink of death to a life of purpose. While on vacation in New York City, Brittany suffered a sudden cardiac event caused by a previously undiagnosed condition called Long QT syndrome. This episode explores the thin line between life and death and the supernatural peace that guided their family through the crisis.

The conversation highlights several key moments of divine intervention:

-- The immediate appearance of two doctors in a crowded restaurant who began life-saving CPR.

-- Vicki’s decision to obey the "still, small voice" of the Holy Spirit, prompting her to pray and speak life over her daughter.

-- The unexplained appearance of the name "Jesus" on the hospital whiteboard, identifying her nurse during a critical night in the cardiac care unit.

-- The kindness of strangers, from a taxi driver who refused payment to a restaurant manager who shared that patrons had walked to St. Patrick’s Cathedral to pray for Brittany.

-- Brittany’s current mission as an advocate for the American Heart Association and the importance of CPR training for high school students.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Psalm 118:17

-- Psalm 34:17-18

-- Jeremiah 30:17

Television program initially aired Feb. 19, 2019.

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Hell is a real place, affirmed and described in the Word of God. Preachers used to warn people

about this promised eternal judgment of sinners, but more modern trends have all but erased the word from the pulpit. In fact, you most often hear it only as a curse word. The Christian yearns for heaven and rightly shuns this abode of the wicked. There are a few things in hell, however, the we need. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we consider the realizations one man had when he arrived and how we need the same awareness on earth today.

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As 2025 comes to a close, it is essential to look beyond the headlines of celebrity news and pop culture to see what truly impacts the lives of American families. Doug Apple and Mike Sharman discuss the intersection of faith, law, and economics, providing a Christian lens on the year's most significant developments. From the tangible relief at the gas pump to the spiritual revival seen in greatly increased baptism numbers, this review highlights a year marked by a pursuit of excellence and a return to biblical values in the public square.

The conversation also dives deep into the legal victories for parental rights and the ongoing debate over the "Unaffordable Care Act," positioning Share HealthCare as a vital, faith-based alternative for those seeking community-driven medical support.

-- The return to energy independence has driven nationwide gas prices to their lowest levels in years, impacting the cost of every transported good.

-- President Trump’s inaugural address set a tone for the year, emphasizing a commitment to the Constitution and a reliance on God.

-- The global Church saw an estimated 26 million new believers this year, with a staggering 50% increase in adult baptisms.

-- The U.S. Supreme Court issued several landmark rulings, including Mahmoud v. Taylor, which protected parental rights against mandatory school curriculums.

-- United States v. Skrmetti upheld state laws protecting minors from harmful medical procedures, while Catholic Charities v. Wisconsin Labor protected the religious identity of social services.

-- Share HealthCare continues to serve as a 501(c)3 alternative to traditional insurance, allowing Christians to share medical expenses.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Exodus 20:15

-- Galatians 3:28

-- Matthew 28:19-20

-- Philippians 4:19

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Pastor Jack King shares a deeply personal message about the maturing process of faith. Drawing from his own journey—from a "church kid" with head knowledge to a minister led by the Holy Spirit—he explains that the hardships we face are often not attacks to be rebuked, but the hand of God refining us. Through the "Diamond Principle," we learn that the pressure of life is the very tool God uses to bring us to our full potential. This message serves as a sobering warning against "cheap religion" and an invitation to a deeper, more committed walk with the King.

Main Points of the Teaching

-- The distinction between being a "religious person" who acts out an image and a disciple who is being molded into the image of Christ.

-- Understanding that trials and painful circumstances are often God's discipline and maturing process rather than just work of the enemy.

-- Lessons from the life of Abraham, illustrating that the "father of faith" was a flawed man who grew through a long process of failure and return.

-- The "Diamond Metaphor": How God uses time and pressure to turn the "coal" of our lives into something of great value.

-- The danger of quitting when things get hard, which leads to a "cheap religion" that lacks a firm foundation.

-- An analysis of Jesus’ teaching on the two builders, emphasizing that shortcuts lead to a house built on shifting sands.

-- The story of the Rich Young Ruler as an example of choosing the "crutch" of riches over the transformative path of following Christ.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Genesis 12-22 (The Life and Faith of Abraham)

-- Matthew 7:24-27 (The House on the Rock vs. Sand)

-- Matthew 19:16-22 (The Rich Young Ruler)

-- Matthew 16:24 (Taking up the cross to follow Christ)

-- Romans 3:23 (The reality of our flawed nature)

This is episode 110.

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