Misrepresented. Isn’t that how many of us feel? Isn’t that how God must feel right now? Both Christians and non-Christians quote the Bible to justify their beliefs and actions. But do we really know God? Do we take time to study His character, not just the things He did? In this episode, learn about how the image of God you carry around in your heart and mind affects the way you live your daily life. Our reactions to what happens in life reveal what we really believe about God. Episode notes here. Learn more about our ministry at Lionshare.org

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We don’t like the word “obey.” It sounds hard, legalistic and even manipulative. But obeying Jesus shouldn’t be difficult because of who we are putting our trust in. Obedience isn’t really about following a list of do’s and don’ts; it’s about following what God has revealed to you to do or stop doing. It is the key to transformation. The Bible tells us Jesus learned obedience. Since He did, we can too. Stories of obedience in the Old Testament and New Testament show us that obedience brought transformation, both in the lives of the ones who obeyed and to the world around them. Episode notes available here. For more about our ministry go to Lionshare.org

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Humility is not valued in our culture. It’s looked upon as a sign of weakness or often manifests as false humility. But God values humility and it is both a fearlessly honest appraisal of yourself before Him AND it neither minimizes one’s achievements nor exaggerates one’s failures. We unlock wisdom when we care about what God cares about. What are some practical steps we can take to live a humble life and what do we often forget? Episode notes available here. Learn more about our ministry at Lionshare.org

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One of the most misunderstood concepts in the Bible is the “fear of the Lord.” Fear is a word with a negative connotation. We condemn anyone or anything that causes fear; we react from a place of fear; we take medications to calm fear and anxiety. But the Bible lists promises for those who fear God. Is there a disconnect? Isn’t God supposed to be loving? Why are we asked to practice “the fear of the Lord?” Episode notes here. For more about our ministry go to Lionshare.org

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When was the last time you heard God’s voice? Is that even possible today? There are many ways He communicates with us but it’s important that we discern if what we have heard through Scripture, the Holy Spirit’s impressions and through others is from Him. Learn about the “triple confirmation” test and how you can hear the voice of God. Episode notes available here. Learn more about our ministry at Lionshare.org

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Honoring someone is usually due to someone’s performance or achievement – a sports championship or a new record, a milestone such as a 50th wedding anniversary, a new job or even 25 years at the same company. That’s not wrong but a Biblical value system has other measures of honor including character, because we are made in God’s image and reflect His character, and our intrinsic value because Jesus sacrificed His life for us. So why is dishonor so pervasive in our culture? Episode notes available here. Learn more about ministry at Lionshare.org

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Our hearts are under attack. We are wounded by others, we suffer from the consequences of our own sin and we struggle with deep disappointments, betrayal, offenses, rejection and abandonment. These attacks produce hopelessness, cynicism, isolation, anger, a desire for revenge and living life in “survival mode.” But we don’t have to live this way. The ways of God show us how to guard our hearts by running to repentance, being fast to forgive, opting out of offense, holding firm to the fear of the Lord and trending towards trust. Episode notes available here. Learn more about our ministry at Lionshare.org

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We hate waiting. We try to avoid it as much as we can – in the mundane (standing in lines, slow internet speeds, honking the horn when a driver takes too long) and even for important things (a spouse, a job, a big decision). But in the Bible, we are reminded over and over again about the importance of waiting on God. If we don’t wait to hear from Him, we default to proceeding with our own plans and ideas. The Scriptures show us to wait in oneness, in stillness and in anticipation. Have you ever taken time to do that? Episode notes here. Learn more about our ministry at lionshare.org

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This episode defines the phrase “the ways of God,” something we see throughout the Bible. We read in Psalm 103 that God made His ways known to Moses, His acts to the people of Israel. David asks in Psalm 25 “Make me to know your ways, O LORD…” Lionshare’s Dave Buehring explains that “the ways of God” means God’s path on a matter, how God does stuff and how He wants us to approach life. Episode notes here. Learn more about ministry at Lionshare.org

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When available, episode notes are at Lionshare.org/podcast. Learn more about Lionshare's ministry at Lionshare.org Purchase books on discipleship and subscribe to teaching videos at Lionshare.org/store Download the Lionshare Leadership Group app for free video devotionals.