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<p>We live in a world that prizes speed — fast results, quick growth, instant answers. And if we're not careful, we bring that same frantic pace into our faith, rushing through Scripture, sprinting toward spiritual maturity, and wondering why we feel burned out instead of rooted. Tonight's episode is a gentle invitation to slow down and trust the process God is taking you through.</p> <p>A maple tree begins as a seed barely the size of a thumbnail. You cannot rush it into becoming what it is meant to be — you can only nourish it and give it time. Faith works the same way. The deepest, most fruitful growth happens slowly, quietly, steadily — in the unhurried days of walking with Jesus, learning His character, and letting His pace become yours. Tonight, exhale. Settle in. Let the One who called you be the One who completes you, in His time and in His way.</p> <hr> <p><strong>Tonight's Scripture</strong></p> <blockquote> <p><em>"He who calls you is faithful, and he will do it."</em> <strong>— 1 Thessalonians 5:24</strong></p> </blockquote> <hr> <p><strong>Ponder This Tonight</strong></p> <ol> <li><strong>You cannot rush what God is growing in you.</strong> Just as a maple tree takes decades to develop its full beauty, faith formed slowly is faith that lasts. Trying to accelerate the process often does more harm than good.</li> <li><strong>Slow growth is not a sign of falling behind.</strong> Matthew didn't get a fast track to faith — he walked with Jesus day after day, learning by living. The same unhurried process that shaped him is shaping you.</li> <li><strong>The pace of the world is not the pace of the Spirit.</strong> Speed produces burnout; steadiness produces fruit. God is not in a hurry, and He is not asking you to be either.</li> </ol> <hr> <p><strong>Reflection & Encouragement</strong></p> <p>If you've been feeling behind in your faith — like everyone else is growing faster, knowing more, doing more — let tonight be the moment you release that pressure. God is not grading you on speed. He is faithfully, patiently, tenderly doing a work in you that cannot be rushed and will not be left unfinished. Settle into His pace. Trust His process. The tree He is growing in you is going to be something beautiful.</p> <hr> <p><strong>Want More?</strong></p> <p>If tonight's prayer encouraged your heart, there's more waiting for you. <strong>Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio.com</a></strong> for devotional prayers, reflections, and faith-filled content delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe, share, and invite someone you love to listen tonight.</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>Wherever you are today, this biblical meditation, narrated by Jennifer Clark, offers a quiet space to pause and reconnect with God.</p> <p>Hope does not disappoint! Meditate on Romans 15:13.</p> <p>Abide is a Christian meditation app that helps you experience peace and grow in your relationship with Christ through Scripture, prayer, and reflection.</p> <p>Try Abide free for 30 days and explore our premium, ad-free meditations here: <a href="https://abide.com/peace">https://abide.com/peace</a></p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p data-start="14" data-end="446">Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or mentally exhausted? Psalm 143:7–8 reminds us that we can be honest with God about our mental health, trusting Him to meet us in our struggles and guide us toward peace and healing. David’s prayer is raw and unfiltered—he doesn’t hide his pain, and neither should we. God isn’t asking for polished prayers; He invites us to come as we are, even when our thoughts feel heavy and our spirits feel weak.</p> <p data-start="448" data-end="934">Being honest with God is not a sign of weak faith—it’s actually evidence of trust. When we stop trying to hide or “fix” ourselves before approaching Him, we open the door for real connection and healing. God already knows what we’re carrying, and He cares deeply about every part of us—including our mental and emotional well-being. As we bring our struggles to Him, He often provides support through His Word, His presence, and even through people and resources He places in our lives.</p> <hr data-start="936" data-end="939"> <p data-start="850" data-end="1103" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Highlights</p> <ul data-start="957" data-end="1381"> <li data-section-id="eab4wb" data-start="957" data-end="1011">God welcomes honesty about mental health struggles</li> <li data-section-id="1ynjio9" data-start="1012" data-end="1073">You don’t need to “clean up” your emotions before praying</li> <li data-section-id="e4z784" data-start="1074" data-end="1139">Vulnerability with God strengthens your relationship with Him</li> <li data-section-id="1uxq828" data-start="1140" data-end="1191">Struggling mentally is not a sign of weak faith</li> <li data-section-id="1rwgktk" data-start="1192" data-end="1254">God’s love interrupts cycles of fear and negative thinking</li> <li data-section-id="9hox4o" data-start="1255" data-end="1324">Healing may include guidance through people and practical support</li> <li data-section-id="1og3eo3" data-start="1325" data-end="1381">God is present with you, even in your lowest moments</li> </ul> <p data-start="850" data-end="1103" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="850" data-end="875">Do you want to listen ad-free?</strong></p> <p data-start="850" data-end="1103" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! </p> <p data-start="850" data-end="1103" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/subscribe/?utm_source=subscribe_page&utm_medium=YDBV&utm_campaign=YDBV_PLUS">Sign Up Today!</a></p> <hr> <p data-start="1382" data-end="1747" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Full Transcript Below:</p> <p><strong>Be Honest with God about Your Mental Health</strong><strong><br></strong>By: Whitney Hopler</p> <p><strong>Bible Reading:</strong><br>“Answer me quickly, Lord; my spirit fails. Do not hide your face from me or I will be like those who go down to the pit. Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.” - Psalm 143:7-8, NIV</p> <p>At<a href="https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/"> George Mason University’s Center for the Advancement of Well-Being</a>, I work on university-wide well-being initiatives – including programs designed to break down the stigma of struggling with mental health. We believe that talking openly about mental health struggles can help all people strengthen their well-being. In Psalm 143:7-8, King David is completely honest about how much he’s struggling with his mental health. He prays about it without holding back, and he tells God that he trusts him to help. </p> <p>If you’re also struggling with your mental health, you might feel like you have to try to fix your m

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<p>There is a wildflower growing somewhere along the path you walk every day — and there is a good chance you have never noticed it. Life moves quickly, and worry has a way of pulling our eyes inward and downward, fixing our gaze on everything that feels uncertain while the quiet wonders of God's creation bloom unnoticed all around us. But what if slowing down long enough to truly see them could change something in us?</p> <p>Jesus didn't point His followers to a theological argument to ease their anxiety — He pointed them to a flower. Consider the lilies, He said. Look at how God has dressed the fields in a glory that surpasses even Solomon's finest robes, without any striving or toiling on their part. If the Creator tends to the wildflowers with such extravagant care, how much more does He tend to you? The world around us is full of these quiet sermons — a bird in flight, a rainstorm, a patch of flowers left untouched at the edge of a field — each one a whisper from the God who provides. Today is an invitation to slow down, lift your eyes, and let the hidden wonders of creation do what Jesus always intended them to do: draw your heart away from worry and back to trust in the One who holds it all.</p> <hr> <p><strong>Today's Bible Verse</strong></p> <p><em>"And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?"</em> — <strong>Matthew 6:28-30, ESV</strong></p> <hr> <p><strong>Ponder Today</strong></p> <ol> <li>Worry pulls our eyes inward, but wonder lifts them outward — when we pause to notice the beauty God has woven into creation, our anxiety begins to loosen its grip.</li> <li>Jesus used the simplest things — wildflowers, birds, rainstorms — to teach the most profound spiritual truths about God's faithful provision and care.</li> <li>The world around us is filled with quiet testimonies of God's love; the question is whether we are moving slowly enough to notice them.</li> <li>If God clothes the grass of the field with such extravagant beauty, how much more does He care for the details of our lives — including the ones we are most anxious about?</li> <li>Seeking the Kingdom of God first begins with small acts of attention — noticing, pausing, and allowing creation to preach its daily sermon to our worried hearts.</li> </ol> <hr> <p><strong>Today's Prayer</strong></p> <p>Lord of the flowers and birds, open my eyes to the hidden wonders You have placed all around me. Far too often I rush past the reminders of Your love and care, too consumed by worry to notice what You are saying through the world You created. Grant me eyes that truly see and ears that hear the testimony of Your creation. Awaken me again to the wonder of knowing You — my Creator, my Provider, and my Savior. In Your name, Jesus, I pray. Amen.</p> <hr> <p><strong>Enjoy Today's Prayer?</strong></p> <p>If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to stay connected! <strong>Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter</strong> at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com">LifeAudio.com</a> for daily prayers, devotionals, and faith-filled content delivered straight to your inbox. Don't miss an episode — subscribe and share with someone who needs encouragement today.</p> <p>If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/"><strong>Your Nightly Prayer</strong></a> - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/">https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/</a></p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a

<p>If you have ever felt trapped by your body, your limits or a season you didn’t choose, this<br>conversation will meet you where you are. In this bonus episode from The Unbound Podcast, Dr. Tony Evans sits down with Dr. Dan Wallace, one of the world’s leading Greek scholars and a lifelong student of the New Testament.</p> <p>Dan is best known for his work in textual criticism and for founding the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts, which has helped digitize thousands of ancient biblical manuscripts<br>around the world. But this conversation centers on a chapter of his life that few people know.</p> <p><br>After contracting encephalitis, Dan lost much of his strength, mobility and even his grasp of<br>Greek, the language he had devoted his life to studying and teaching. He shares what it was<br>like to relearn Greek from scratch, using the very textbook he had written himself, while<br>navigating years of uncertainty, pain and physical limitations.</p> <p><br>This is not a technical discussion and not a polished testimony. It is an honest conversation<br>about chronic illness, suffering without clear answers and what faith looks like when progress is<br>slow and control is gone. Together, they talk about what Scripture actually teaches about<br>suffering, how endurance is formed over time and why God’s presence often shows up through<br>people rather than quick solutions.</p> <p><br>If you are carrying pain, fatigue or unanswered questions, this episode offers clarity without<br>clichés and hope without pretending everything is fine.</p> <p><br><strong>Learn more about Dr. Dan Wallace:</strong><br><a href="https://www.csntm.org/">The Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts</a><br><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310218950">Greek Grammar Beyond the Basics </a></p> <p><br>The Unbound Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Tony Evans about what it means to live<br>free of what binds us, including fear, pressure, shame and the need to perform strength. New<br>episodes release weekly.</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@drtonyevans">For more of The Unbound Podcast, follow Dr. Tony Evans on YouTube</a></p> <p>The Unbound Podcast<br>Senior Producer & Creative Director: Heather Hair<br>Technical Director, Audio & Lead Editor: Lee Sherman</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p data-start="262" data-end="341">What do we do when God feels silent and life unfolds in ways we never expected?</p> <p data-start="343" data-end="685">In this honest conversation, Jennifer Slattery and Bible teacher Courtney Reissig explore what it looks like to hold onto faith in seasons of disappointment, disillusionment, and deep uncertainty. When prayers feel unanswered and circumstances challenge what we believe about God, it’s easy to question His goodness, His presence, and His plan.</p> <p data-start="769" data-end="988">Together, Jennifer and Courtney discuss how hardship can shake our expectations without undoing our faith—and how, like Peter, we can continue returning to Christ, trusting that He alone holds the words of eternal life.</p> <p data-start="769" data-end="988"><strong>Download this episodes free companion guide <a href="https://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com/downloads/when-life-doesnt-make-sense-clinging-to-faith-in-uncertain-seasons/">HERE</a>.</strong> Scroll down for reflective questions.</p> <hr data-start="990" data-end="993"> <p>Resource referenced: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Someone-Believe-Embracing-Everything-Changes-ebook/dp/B0FNTSH8BL/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=191659966772&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CU8QX5zNrOv4GdbtifsPfu5yVfk9mw6ykgmANtzAtUnwNKS1F6SmUNDBPb-aS_0N7MCOOjmRZ7nV8f0Y95iZBaNMkqJkKivI3FY5jTPo207ePkTiehsL4hsry5FDtpuYipixFAypQcGAsUzIq8I5EPH8MOdvfc9fQbcZkmNt5t1mchgZHHMbuRkHZ9hrdwBgRu_9_PgRkn4VdEhHLLNt_d73GJvqhCD6Gb5wc-ajy84.8iu0g2FywucQ0YVOlvSG0r70JpwzRicuJP6iRkjidLo&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779648875585&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1020414&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=12299204209434004582--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12299204209434004582&hvtargid=kwd-350733963767&hydadcr=22535_13821241_8212&keywords=courtney+reissig&mcid=0d969254de3f3908a0e6b936ca73cf25&qid=1775868066&s=books&sr=1-1" aria-hidden="true"></a><em><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Someone-Believe-Embracing-Everything-Changes-ebook/dp/B0FNTSH8BL/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=191659966772&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CU8QX5zNrOv4GdbtifsPfu5yVfk9mw6ykgmANtzAtUnwNKS1F6SmUNDBPb-aS_0N7MCOOjmRZ7nV8f0Y95iZBaNMkqJkKivI3FY5jTPo207ePkTiehsL4hsry5FDtpuYipixFAypQcGAsUzIq8I5EPH8MOdvfc9fQbcZkmNt5t1mchgZHHMbuRkHZ9hrdwBgRu_9_PgRkn4VdEhHLLNt_d73GJvqhCD6Gb5wc-ajy84.8iu0g2FywucQ0YVOlvSG0r70JpwzRicuJP6iRkjidLo&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779648875585&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1020414&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=12299204209434004582--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12299204209434004582&hvtargid=kwd-350733963767&hydadcr=22535_13821241_8212&keywords=courtney+reissig&mcid=0d969254de3f3908a0e6b936ca73cf25&qid=1775868066&s=books&sr=1-1">Someone to Believe In: Embracing the Savior Who Stays the Same When Everything Else Changes by </a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Courtney-Reissig/e/B071P841F5?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1775868066&sr=1-1">Courtney Reissig</a></em></p> <hr data-start="1445" data-end="1448"> <p> Scriptures Discussed</p> <ul data-start="1480" data-end="2376"> <li data-section-id="1c3614o" data-start="1480" data-end="1644"><strong data-start="1482" data-end="1498">John 6:66–68</strong> – When others walked away, Peter said, <em data-start="1538" data-end="1604">“Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.”</em></li> <li data-section-id="w5ghf6" data-start="1646" data-end="1829"><strong data-start="1648" data-end="1664">John 11:1–44</strong> – Jesus’ interaction with Mary and Martha after Lazarus’ death reveals both His compassion and His power over life and death</li> <li data-section-id="kndprx" data-start="1831" data-end="1946"><strong data-start="1833" data-end="1847">John 14:18</strong> – <em data-start="1850" data-end="1906">“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”</em></li> <li data-section-id="1lblxi3" data-start="1948" data-end="2090"><strong data-start="1950" data-end="1964">John 16:33</strong> – <em data-start="1967" data-end="2050">“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”</em></li> <li data-section-id="ofwt4h" data-start="2092" data-end="2239"><str

<p>What is the "Islamic Dilemma," and is it really an unanswerable challenge for Islam? In this conversation, David Wood join us to discuss some of the biggest questions facing Islam today. We explore David’s journey to faith that began in prison, his friendship with the late Christian convert and apologist Nabeel Qureshi, and the main reasons many Muslims begin questioning their faith today.</p> <p>FOLLOW: The Apologetics Roadshow: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UCePbPbJ96WvMeMm_VuDkOJA">https://www.youtube.com/@UCePbPbJ96WvMeMm_VuDkOJA</a></p> <p>*Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (<a href="https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf)">https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf)</a></p> <p>*USE Discount Code [smdcertdisc] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (<a href="https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM)">https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM)</a></p> <p>*See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (<a href="https://bit.ly/448STKK)">https://bit.ly/448STKK)</a></p> <p>FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:</p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Sean_McDowell">https://x.com/Sean_McDowell</a></p> <p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en">https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en</a></p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/">https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/</a></p> <p>Website: <a href="https://seanmcdowell.org">https://seanmcdowell.org</a></p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>Can you be a Christian and kill the enemy in combat? Black Hawk Down Army Ranger Jeff Struecker has been asked this question a lot and in this episode of March or Die, he gives his answer to Jeremy</p> <p>Jeff Struecker survived the 18-hour Battle of Mogadishu, outnumbered 100 to 1 with no air support, no armor, and no way out. He was 100% certain he would die that night. But instead of fear, he had supernatural peace. When the battle was over, hardened Rangers were waiting to ask him about Jesus.</p> <p>Jeff went from elite Army Ranger and special operations operator to military chaplain, and now serves as a senior pastor. In this conversation, we unpack his faith journey that started at 13, the battle that changed everything, the Christ-and-combat question he's answered thousands of times, and what it looks like to march when everything in you wants to quit.</p> <p>CONNECT WITH JEFF STRUECKER:<a href="https://jeffstruecker.com">https://jeffstruecker.com</a> <br>"A Warrior's Soul" free mini-series: <a href="https://jeffstrueckerministries.com/the-warrior-s-soul">https://jeffstrueckerministries.com/the-warrior-s-soul</a> </p> <p>Hit Subscribe, share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on what landed hardest for you.</p> <p>Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: <a href="https://marchordie.substack.com">https://marchordie.substack.com</a>!</p> <p>Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: <a href="https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional">https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional</a> or text JOIN to (832) 333-8794</p> <p>Follow March or Die:<br><a href="https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie">https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie</a> <br><a href="https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow">https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow</a> <br><a href="https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die">https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die</a> </p> <p>Follow Jeremy:<br><a href="https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker">https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker</a> <br><a href="https://jeremystalnecker.com">https://jeremystalnecker.com</a> </p> <p>Follow Sean:<br><a href="https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard">https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard</a> <br><a href="https://youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard">https://youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard</a> </p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>When faith leaders gathered at the White House for an Easter luncheon, the prayers offered weren't just politically awkward — they were theologically problematic. In this episode, Dr. James Spencer and Dr. Ashish Varma move past the headlines to examine the deeper issues: What happens when national identity absorbs Christian identity? What does the Bible actually say about kings, suffering, and God's purposes for nations? And what does faithful Christian engagement with political power look like?</p> <p>Drawing on the Sermon on the Mount, the book of Esther, 1 Samuel, and the theology of Paul, Spencer and Varma assess the remarks of Paula White Cane, Franklin Graham, and Robert Jeffress — and explain why the problems run deeper than bad word choices. They also highlight what faithful public prayer can look like, pointing to Bishop Barron's remarks as a constructive contrast.</p> <p>If you've been unsettled by the merger of Christian language and political power, this episode gives you the theological framework to understand why — and what to do with it.</p> <p>Read James's Article on <a href="https://www.christianity.com/author/james-spencer/">christianity.com</a> (available 4/14).</p> <p>Purchase <em>Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness</em> on <a href="https://amzn.to/3PTebK5">Amazon.com</a></p> <p>See Ashish's Articles on providence at the <a href="https://barthcenter.substack.com/p/divine-providence-and-meaning-part">Barth Center</a>.</p> <p><strong>Get early access and a bonus with a</strong> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/thinkingchristian/membership">Patreon membership</a>.</p> <p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Useful_toGod">YouTube channel</a></p> <p><strong> Stay Connected & Keep Growing!</strong></p> <p>If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to <strong>subscribe</strong> to <em>Thinking Christian,</em> so you never miss an insightful conversation!</p> <p data-path-to-node="13">#ThinkingChristian #Theology #ModernTheology #ChurchHistory #ChristianScholarship #FaithAndReason #RogerOlson #IntellectualFaith</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>Gentleness isn't weak. It's actually what our world is desperately longing for.</p> <p><strong>LINKS:</strong><strong><br></strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/millionprayingmoms">Read with us in April! </a><br><a href="https://mpm.myflodesk.com/growingingentleness?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ_sXZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5aWh3TVJmTThaZWIxQVJRc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEeG5p2Kn-UqhK9j1SeFwLYJZ6LGHsAIdnULkHZ2J9-DNyAVl2spYyAoHDQVZk_aem_eI42ZELxSjTb2BbFoOLLFg">Download the Growing in Gentleness</a><br><a href="https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/">Connect with Christie Thomas</a><br>Follow Everyday Prayers<strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/millionprayingmoms/">@MillionPrayingMoms</a></strong></p> <p><strong>A World Longing for Gentleness by Nicolet Bell & Christie Thomas</strong></p> <p>We live in an outrage culture — hot takes, anger, polarization... and sadly, Christians are often seen as part of the problem. But what if we became known for our <em>gentleness</em> instead? ➡️️</p> <p>Jesus didn't grasp at power. He humbled himself. He served. He died. And we are explicitly called to have that <strong>same attitude.</strong> (Philippians 2!)</p> <p>And mama — how we respond to our kids today is showing them what Jesus looks like. That's the weight and the beauty of it. </p> <p><strong>Reference: </strong>Titus 3:2</p> <p><strong>Prayer: </strong>Father, help us to offer your gentleness to a longing world. In a culture full of outrage, help us to live another way, Your way. In Jesus' name, amen.</p> <p>Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="http://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>When an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldier is viciously attacked on a US college campus, he doesn't back down. Here’s why hearing IDF soldier stories is so important.</p> <p> Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content that informs, inspires, and empowers.</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>This episode is part 2 in a study of the book of Exodus. Moses grows up, kills someone, flees Egypt, and becomes a shepherd in Midian. But God is not done with Moses or with Israel and calls to Moses from a burning bush.</p> <p>https://thebiblestudypodcast.com/exodus-2-3-the-burning-bush/</p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p><strong>Episode Summary: </strong></p> <p>If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel depleted, disconnected, or out of balance, this episode is for you. In honor of World Health Day, <em>Your Hope-Filled Perspective</em> takes a compassionate look at whole-person health—addressing the deep connection between mental wellness, physical vitality, and spiritual nourishment. Through faith-based insight and practical application, you’ll be encouraged to move beyond survival mode and toward sustainable, Christ-centered well-being that honors how God designed you to live.<strong> </strong>Today we’re marking World Health Day by talking about something that sounds simple but is anything but—<strong>How to Care for Your Whole Self: Biblical and Brain-Based Health for Mind, Body, and Spirit.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Quotables from the episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li>We often try to fix one area of our lives in isolation. We focus on our spiritual life but ignore our emotional health. Or we tend to our bodies while our thought life runs unchecked. But God designed us as integrated beings, and when one area is suffering, the others are usually affected too.</li> <li>Some early mental and emotional signs include:</li> </ul> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Increased irritability or emotional numbness</li> <li>Difficulty concentrating or remembering</li> <li>Racing or repetitive negative thoughts</li> <li>Losing interest in things that once brought joy</li> <li>Feeling overwhelmed by decisions that used to feel manageable</li> </ul> </li> <li>These aren’t character flaws—they’re signals from your nervous system.</li> <li>And spiritually, those same signals often show up as disconnection. You might notice prayer feels harder, Scripture feels flat, or you’re more reactive than reflective. Sometimes we label that as a “faith problem,” when it’s actually exhaustion or emotional overload.</li> <li>Or you find yourself pushing through fatigue, telling yourself, <em>“I’ll rest later,”</em> without realizing later never comes. Ignoring the body’s signals doesn’t make us more faithful—it often makes us more fragile.</li> <li>Spiritually, we often confuse endurance with faithfulness. We forget that Jesus regularly withdrew to rest, pray, and recalibrate. If the Son of God needed rhythms of restoration, so do we.</li> <li>When you notice the slide, the goal isn’t to fix everything—it’s to create safety and regulation.</li> <li>Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is eat a balanced meal, drink water, or get some sleep. Sleep deprivation alone increases anxiety, depression, and emotional reactivity. Caring for your body is not separate from caring for your soul.</li> <li>We don’t heal by striving—we heal by abiding.</li> <li>Whole health isn’t about doing more—it’s about listening better. To your body. To your mind. To the Spirit of God within you.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Scripture References:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>3 John 1:2 (NASB)</strong> “Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.”</li> <li><strong>Proverbs 4:20–23 (CSB) </strong>“My son, pay attention to my words; listen closely to my sayings. Don’t lose sight of them; keep them within your heart, for they are life to those who find them, and health to one’s whole body. Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.”</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Recommended Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><a href="https://amzn.to/401AnCf"><em>Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything</em></a></strong> By Jessica Van Roekel</li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/3OpAZgQ"><strong><em>Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted</em></strong></a> by Dr. Michelle Bengtson</li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/3sCoqqm"><strong><em>The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms</em></strong></a> by Dr. Michelle Bengtson</li> <li><a href="https

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<p>Tommee Profitt, award-winning composer and producer, has spent years making cinematic music for movie trailers, TV shows, and artists like NF and TobyMac. Now he is turning that same epic, orchestral sound toward something deeply personal. <em>The Resurrection of a King</em> is a 19-song album that reimagines beloved hymns as modern worship anthems, featuring voices like CeCe Winans, Crowder, Jenn Johnson, and Ben Fuller. Tommee opens up about why he felt urgently called to make this project, and what it felt like to score the moment Jesus walked out of the tomb.</p> <p>Cinematic worship, the power of hymns, and a God the world desperately needs right now: Tommee shares why he believes the rich theology of classic hymns still has everything to say to a new generation, how a Friday night in a Michigan basement with his friend NF changed the trajectory of both their careers, and why after years of working in the mainstream music world, this album feels like a full-circle moment he did not see coming but could not ignore.</p> <p><strong>Highlights</strong></p> <ul> <li>How <em>The Birth of a King</em> Christmas album led to the idea for an Easter equivalent</li> <li>What cinematic sound means and why orchestral weight changes the way we experience worship</li> <li>What we lose when the church stops singing hymns and why their theology still matters</li> <li>The story of how a casual Friday night with NF led to a record deal and a career-defining moment</li> <li>The first time he heard his music in a Will Smith movie trailer and what that moment meant</li> <li>How 5 million monthly Spotify streams reflect a life built on making music that is emotional and powerful</li> <li>Why <em>Resurrection of a King</em> marks a full-circle shift back to his roots as a worship leader</li> </ul> <p><strong>Resources / Links / CTA</strong></p> <ul> <li> Tommee Profitt website: <a href="https://www.tommeeprofitt.com/">https://www.tommeeprofitt.com</a></li> <li> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tommeeprofitt">https://www.instagram.com/tommeeprofitt</a></li> <li> Album: <a href="https://tommeeprofitt.lnk.to/troak">The Resurrection of a King</a></li> <li> Previous album: <a href="https://tommeeprofitt.lnk.to/tboaklive">The Birth of a King</a></li> <li> Follow, share, and explore more of <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/crosswalk-talk-celebrity-christian-interviews/">Crosswalk Talk</a></li> <li> Follow, share, and subscribe for more faith-driven conversations on <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">Lifeaudio</a></li> </ul><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>

<p>Cuando el Reino de Dios entra en una vida, en una familia, en una comunidad… nada queda igual. Tal vez el Reino ya está sembrado en ti. La pregunta es: ¿lo estás dejando crecer? Porque cuando Dios siembra Reino… todo el campo termina hablando de Él.</p> <p>Escrito por Mercy Cosme</p> <p><em><strong><a href="https://t.me/TheSalvationArmySoundcast">CANAL EN TELEGRAM</a></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><a href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/B8WQJMa1QU9AFAMdmUkwcC">GRUPO EN WHATSAPP</a></strong></em></p><p> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>. </p>