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12 PRACTICAL TIPS FOR LOVING PEOPLE

1. I Love You and Want God’s Best For You

2. Go the Extra Mile

Matthew 5:41, “And whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two.”

Ernie Banks, “It’s a great day for a ballgame. Let’s play two!

3. When someone shows you how you can love them, and you easily can, just do it.

4. Preemptive Forgiveness.

--Gets all personal offenses out of the equation before they even happen.

5. Proactive Prayer

Think ahead and pray that God will love them through you.

6. Hallway Discipleship

Don't be in such a hurry to rush past people.

7. Listening is Loving

Your ears can be a healing instrument.

Some of the most loving words you can say are "Tell me more."

8. There You Are!

9. Little Generosities

10. Your Part in the Body

Love people in your own unique ways!

11. See Through Their Eyes

"If there is any one secret of success, it lies in the ability to get the other person’s point of view and see things from that person’s angle as well as from your own.” Henry Ford

12. Don’t Stress About it!

You can’t do it all, but you can do your part, as led by the Holy Spirit, and that is just the right amount.

Television program initially aired July 19, 2022.

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One of the most famous mothers of all time was one of the most influential. Her people were in spiritual and moral disarray and while the nation was looking to human government to solve its problems, she looked to the cradle. In today's Let the Bible Speak, learn how this wonderful woman's desire, devotion, and dedication is a model for mothers in our times, which are much like the ones in which she lived.

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Shifting the Battlefield: Winning the War Between Flesh and Spirit

When we step into our prayer closets, we aren't just engaging in a routine religious activity, we are stepping directly into a spiritual realm. In "Prayer - Part 2," Pastor Jack King takes us deep into Matthew chapter 6 to examine the cosmic weight behind the words, "Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven."

By looking at the stark contrast between Adam's rebellion in the Garden of Eden and Christ's absolute obedience in the Garden of Gethsemane, Pastor Jack challenges us to look past our physical, carnal surroundings. We are reminded that while we live in bodies of flesh, we are fundamentally spiritual eternal beings designed to carry the presence of the Holy Spirit. This message is a sobering, yet deeply encouraging wake-up call to crucify the "old man" daily, embrace true repentance, and live with an eternal mindset as God continues to populate His heavenly kingdom.

Main points covered in this teaching include:

-- Understanding that prayer is not a carnal activity, but a deeply spiritual experience where the physical world intersects with the heavenly realm.

-- Recognizing that human history is defined by two gardens, the failure of the first Adam in Eden, and the absolute obedience of the second Adam, Jesus Christ, in Gethsemane.

-- Dealing with the daily war between the flesh and the spirit by choosing to crucify our carnal desires so that the spiritual man can grow and prevail.

-- Re-evaluating our priorities on this short earthly journey, knowing we enter this world with nothing and leave with nothing except the eternal investments we send ahead through prayer and presence.

-- Remembering the reality of eternity, prompting us to urgency because a refusal to accept Christ’s sacrifice means being forever cast outside the presence of God.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Matthew 6:9-10

-- 2 Corinthians 12:2

-- Genesis 2:7

-- Revelation 21:1-5

-- Revelation 22:1-5

-- John 10:10

This is episode 131.

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In this insightful interview, Doug Apple talks with Mike Sharman about the complex landscape of healthcare laws and the rising tide of government intervention. They discuss recent legislative changes in Virginia that claim to provide affordability but often result in "float" for insurance companies and revoked authorizations for patients. Sharman argues that the true solution to the healthcare crisis isn't more regulation, but truth, transparency, and a return to the church's original role in caring for its own.

-- The "Unintended" Consequences: How bills labeled for "affordability" can actually allow insurance carriers to break promises on prior authorizations and delay payments to doctors.

-- The Problem with "Big": Why the massive scale of government and corporate monopolies creates a lumbering bureaucracy that hurts the individual consumer.

-- The Power of the Free Market: Why competition and price transparency are real ways to lower costs and improve medical outcomes.

-- A Biblical Oasis: An introduction to Share HealthCare, a Christian medical ministry that operates outside the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) to provide financial and spiritual freedom.

-- Rooted in Tradition: How the practice of healthcare sharing traces back to the Anabaptist communities and the early church’s commitment to "distributing to the needs of the saints."

-- Reclaiming the Church's Role: A call for the body of Christ to step back into its responsibility of providing for one another's needs rather than outsourcing compassion to the government.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Hebrews 13:16

-- Romans 12:13

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In this powerful teaching, Pastor Kortney Fitzhugh breaks down the reality of what it means to be "blessed and highly favored." Using the story of Noah from Genesis 6 and 7, she challenges our modern definition of favor, reminding us that Noah didn't campaign for the ark, he was drafted into it. This message is for the dreamers who have grown weary, the leaders who feel isolated, and the "overthinkers" who are tired of trying to map out a future only God can see.

Pastor Fitzhugh highlights several key shifts in perspective for anyone feeling the "burden" of their assignment:

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The True Definition of Favor: Real favor is not about personal gain or social media influence, but about being recruited for a righteous work that benefits others.

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The "What" Before the "Why": God often provides specific instructions on what to build long before He explains why you are building it.

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Attendance vs. Assistance: Recognizing the difference between spectators who watch you work and the "qualified help" God sends to help you carry the vision.

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The Hidden Timeline: Understanding that while the "rain" may last 40 days, the "wait" for the waters to recede can last a year, and your only job is to remain obedient inside the ark.

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No Rudder, No Problem: Learning to trust God when He shuts the door and provides no steering wheel, knowing that He is the one navigating the flood.

Scriptures for Further Study

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Genesis 6:8-22

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Genesis 7:11-24

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Psalm 34:1-3

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Psalm 119:105

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From the early 1900s political campaigns of Anna Jarvis to the ancient legacies of Sarah and Mary, motherhood has always been a position of strategic spiritual influence. Pastor Mike Jenkins explores how mothers serve as the primary "spiritual coaches" in the household, managing faith formation and laying moral foundations that last for generations. Through the stories of biblical mothers who faced barrenness, fear, and public shame, we see a recurring theme: a mother’s faith is often the anchor of God’s redemption plan for a family.

-- Mothers are the primary spiritual leaders in the home, leading conversations about God and the Bible over 70% of the time according to research.

-- The "domestic church" is built through daily routines like morning prayer, scripture reading, and the integration of faith into mundane moments.

-- Biblical examples like Jochebed and Hannah show that a mother’s courage and persistence in prayer can literally change the course of a nation’s history.

-- Mary, the mother of Jesus, provides a roadmap for navigating "impossible" situations with quiet strength and a heart that treasures God’s small daily moments.

-- Intergenerational faith is a crucial link, as seen in the lives of Eunice and Lois, who passed a sincere faith down to Timothy.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Genesis 21:6-7

-- 1 Samuel 1-2

-- Proverbs 31

-- Luke 1:46-55

-- Luke 2:51

-- 2 Timothy 1:5

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In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Addy Reilly explores the life-altering power of a simple "yes." By comparing the reactions of Zechariah and the Virgin Mary to angelic promises, she challenges us to move past performing religious duties and into a space of radical trust. Whether you are walking through a season of joy or a season of barrenness and hurt, this teaching reveals how the Lord meets us in our mess and honors every surrender with divine access.

-- The difference between asking "How do I know this is true?" (doubt) versus "How will this be?" (faith).

-- How Mary’s surrender of her reputation and safety led to her having unique access to the first miracle of Jesus.

-- The reality that God’s faithfulness is an inherent part of His character, not a reward for our perfect performance.

-- Understanding the provision of Jesus on the cross, specifically how He cared for His mother in His final moments.

-- Encouragement for those who find Mother’s Day difficult, reminding them that God does not shy away from our sorrow.

5. Scriptures for Further Study

-- Luke 1:5-20

-- Luke 1:26-38

-- Luke 1:46

-- John 2:3-5

-- John 19:25-27

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We often treat prayer like a "break glass in case of emergency" button rather than the oxygen of our daily lives. In this message, Andrea Kramer breaks down the fundamentals of prayer based on the Sermon on the Mount, moving us from eloquent babbling to authentic, private intimacy with the Father.

-- Finding a location for prayer is the first step toward consistency; Jesus didn't start with the language of prayer, He started with the place.

-- Creating a "prayer closet" or a designated spot transforms an ordinary space into a holy one through the intentionality of meeting with God.

-- Privacy is a requirement for spiritual growth because while people can encourage you, only God can provide the ultimate answers and heart transformations you need.

-- We must invite the Holy Spirit to shape our prayers, allowing Him to move us from our selfish desires to the perfect, harmonious will of the Father.

-- Consistency in the basics is what prepares us for the battles; just like fundamentals in sports, we never "outgrow" the need for simple, honest communication with God.

-- Bringing a physical Bible and a journal into your prayer time helps eliminate digital distractions and creates a written testimony of God’s faithfulness over time.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Matthew 6:5-13

-- Psalm 18:6

-- Romans 8:26-27

-- 1 Corinthians 14:15

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Wave 94's Doug Apple interviews Christic Henry of Kingdom First Realty in Tallahassee, FL. They discuss Christic's upbringing, how she ended up in Tallahassee, how she met her husband, and how they have been operating a business together now for over 20 years.

Doug and Christic will be emceeing the 2026 Leon County Sheriff's Office Awards Gala on May 14, 2026.

In this powerful continuation of the "Duties of Love" series, Pastor Omar Ellison challenges our cultural understanding of romance and emotion, pointing us back to the biblical reality of love as a moral obligation and a personal commitment. He explores the deep connection between our ability to receive God's love and our capacity to forgive others, revealing that bitterness and fear are simply the results of not knowing how much we are truly cherished by the Father.

-- Love is not an emotion or a feeling that comes and goes; it is a conscious decision made by faith, modeled after how Christ loved us while we were still sinners.

-- Fear is the true enemy of love, not hate. When we feel tormented by anxiety or "what if" scenarios, it is a sign that we have not yet been made perfect in the realization of God's love.

-- There is a vital shift in how we view forgiveness between the Law and Grace. Under the Law, we forgave to be forgiven; under Grace, we forgive because we have already been forgiven through Christ's sacrifice.

-- Bitterness is compared to the sycamine tree, which becomes bitter through repeated stings. The only way to avoid this spiritual toxicity is to learn to "forgive like lightning."

-- Walking in love means walking in the love you receive, not just the love you give. When you are convinced that God is "crazy about you," it changes how you handle every battle, bill, and medical report.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Jeremiah 31:3

-- Matthew 6:11-15

-- Romans 5:5

-- Romans 13:10

-- Ephesians 4:31-32

-- Ephesians 5:1-2

-- 1 John 4:7-10

-- 1 John 4:18-19

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