Wave 94

Going through the motions isn't the same as walking in faith. In this convicting message from Luke 15, we meet the older brother—a character who stayed home, worked hard, and followed all the rules, yet found himself just as lost as his rebellious sibling. This powerful teaching exposes how religious performance without relationship can leave us physically present but emotionally absent from God's heart.

Whether you've been faithfully serving but secretly resenting, or struggling with entitlement disguised as devotion, this message will challenge you to examine your motives and rediscover the joy of truly faithful living. Sometimes the most dangerous place to be isn't far from God—it's close to His house but far from His heart.

Scripture Reference: Luke 15:25-32, Ephesians 2:8-9

Big Idea: Faithful-ish looks like loyalty but hides resentment—true faithfulness flows from love, not leverage.

Key Quote: "Rebellion takes you far from the father's house, but religion can keep you close to the house but still far from the father."

+++++++

Join us for church this Sunday.

For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

+++++++

Join us for church this Sunday.

For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

References:

(1) Both Islam and Christianity share some common beliefs. I refer you to the pamphlet Muslim and Christian Beliefs by Bruce McDowell and Anees Zara which gives 8 common beliefs.

(2) Islam, Judaism, and Christianity honor Abraham as the progenitor of their religions. The frequent mention in the Qur’an of the biblical characters like Adam, Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Joseph, Moses, David, Solomon, and others, together with such NT characters as Zacharias, John the Baptist, Mary, and Jesus, appears to demonstrate a close relationship between the Bible and the Qur’an and therefore between Christianity and Islam.

(3) Christianity views their God, Yahweh, the God who said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM” (Exod. 3:14). The God of Christianity is called the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Christianity views Jesus as the Son of God, fully divine and fully human. He is the Lord and Savior; His death on the cross of crucifixion paid the penalty for our sins (1 Cor. 15:3) and His resurrection was for our justification (Rom. 4:25).

(4) Islam DENIES Jesus was crucified (most Muslims believe He was taken to heaven without dying). Islam further denies Jesus was divine, and, in particular, denies He was the Son of God. (5) The biblical law of Moses, Psalms of David, and the Gospel of Jesus are accepted in the Qur’an, but Muslim scholars teach that Jews and Christians have corrupted these original revelations.

(6) Many Muslims think that Christians believe in 3 Gods and are therefore guilty of the greatest sin what they call shirk. Muslims reject the biblical concept of the Trinity.

(7) The resurrection is important because it PROVES Jesus’ claims to DEITY (Rom. 1:3).

(8) The gospel NEEDED because

it provides a WAY for humanity to be SAVED and RECONCILED to God. It offers FORGIVENESS of sins and a relationship with the Heavenly Father through faith in Jesus Christ.

(9) In Christianity morality flows from the love of God and neighbor (Matt. 22:37-40); grace and salvation produces good works (Eph. 2:8-10). Good works are evidence of salvation. Only in Christianity is salvation offered as a free gift. Salvation is through Jesus Christ — not something EARNED, but something received by grace through faith in Christ.

(10) In Islam, morality is based on obedience to Allah’s laws (sharia). Salvation depends on the balance of good and bad deeds. Christianity sees morality as a response to God’s grace; Islam sees morality as a means to EARN FAVOR with Allah.

(11) In Islam, humans are basically good, but fallible and need guidance. The balance between good and bad deeds determines eternal destiny in paradise or hell. Allah’s mercy may tip the scales to heaven, as Allah’s will is supreme.

This is episode 241.

The Righteous Path in a Perilous Generation

Are we the last generation? Servant Marcia Carty begins with this pressing question, drawing from Jesus' words in Matthew 24. She then dives into a scriptural analysis of the characteristics of our current generation, as described in Proverbs 30 and 2 Timothy 3, revealing a world that mirrors the days of Noah.

This message offers a powerful call to action for every believer:

-- Be a Royal Priesthood: You are a chosen generation, a holy nation, called out of darkness into God's marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9).

-- Endure Affliction: Live in opposition to the world's ways by enduring persecution and affliction. This is how all who live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer.

-- Flee and Pursue: Flee from the love of money, pride, and false teachers. Instead, follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and meekness.

-- Submit and Resist: Submit to God and resist the devil, and he will flee from you. This is the key to conquering the desires of the flesh.

-- Do Not Judge: The only judge is God. Believers are called to keep their mouths shut and avoid judging others, especially in a world that is easily offended and divided.

-- Bless Those Who Harm You: When others persecute or speak evil of you, do not render evil for evil. Instead, bless them and entrust your defense to God, who judges righteously.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Matthew 24:34-40

-- Proverbs 30:11-33

-- 2 Timothy 3:1-17

-- 2 Timothy 4:3-8

-- 1 Timothy 6:11-16

-- James 4:7-10

-- 1 Peter 2:9-25

-- 1 Peter 3:8-18

+++++++

We have begun building a new website which you can see here: https://www.noahdays.org/

Psalm 135:15 says that the idols of the heathen are silver and gold. And it says that the people who make them are like them...with no ability to properly see and hear.

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

Psalm 135:15 says that the idols of the heathen are silver and gold. But if I had enough gold and silver and I could really be a great influence in the world.

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

Psalm 135:15 says that the idols of the heathen are silver and gold. Meanwhile, the Bible tells us that the love of money is the root of all evil.

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

Psalm 135:15 says that the idols of the heathen are silver and gold. But what is a heathen?

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

What are the idols of the heathen?

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

In this insightful message, Pastor Jack King delves into the biblical truth that the idols of the heathen are not just carved statues, but the very things we often pursue with our lives: silver and gold, or the quest for wealth, prestige, and power. He contrasts this empty pursuit with the fulfillment of a life lived in faith, exploring how a spiritual glimpse of God can ignite a lifelong journey toward Him.

Pastor King highlights several key points:

-- The definition of a "heathen" is someone without faith, spiritually disconnected from God.

-- While idols may be made of silver and gold, the true idol is the pursuit of worldly wealth and status itself.

-- These man-made "idols" are empty—they have no spiritual ability and cannot see, hear, or speak.

-- The story of Abraham shows us that faith begins with a glimpse of God, which grows as we respond to it.

-- The Israelites' creation of the golden calf demonstrates the ultimate loss of faith—they turned from the powerful "I AM" to a powerless idol.

-- A person who makes an idol, or pursues an idol, becomes like it—devoid of true life and spiritual purpose.

-- The greatest reward is not the accumulation of earthly things, but the promise of eternal life in heaven with God.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Psalms 135:15

-- John 10:10

-- Luke 12:16-21

-- Hebrews 11:6

-- Exodus 32

This is episode 096.

*******

By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

In this powerful interview, Mike Sharman offers a profound Christian perspective on two national tragedies: the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. He asserts that while evil seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, Christ's purpose is to bring abundant life. Sharman challenges the modern-day culture of division and hatred, calling Christians to be a source of grace and truth in their speech and actions.

-- The Purpose of Evil vs. the Abundance of Christ: Sharman opens with the core theme from John 10:10, contrasting the thief's intent to "steal, kill, and destroy" with Christ's promise of "life and life more abundantly." He argues that both the 9/11 terrorists and Charlie Kirk's assassin were motivated by a destructive worldview, but their actions ultimately failed to silence the truths they opposed.

-- The Unification of a Nation: Sharman notes that the 9/11 attacks, while tragic, brought about a rare sense of national unity. He highlights the heroism of the passengers on Flight 93 and points to the cross that emerged from the rubble of the Twin Towers as a powerful symbol of Christ's enduring presence and power, even in moments of profound destruction.

-- The Unsilenced Voices: Drawing a parallel between Charlie Kirk and Martin Luther King Jr., Sharman explains that assassination doesn't end a message—it magnifies it. He describes how Kirk's commitment to Christ-like peace and dialogue will be remembered and how his death will inspire more people to embrace his principles.

-- God's Protection on 9/11: Sharman provides compelling examples of God's providence on September 11, 2001. He highlights how the Pentagon plane struck a newly renovated, bomb-proof section and how the Twin Towers were largely empty because many people were either voting in a mayoral primary or taking their children to school.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- John 10:10

-- Ephesians 2:14

-- John 14:27

+++++++

You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website:

https://sharehealthcare.com/