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1 Corinthians 11 Worship from the Heart is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲? 𝗜𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿? In this powerful episode, we dive into 𝟭 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝟭𝟭 and uncover how God calls His people to worship, not just individually, but as a unified body. Building on the warning from 1 Corinthians 10 about spiritual complacency, this teaching shifts our focus to corporate worship, where the condition of our hearts matters just as much as our actions. 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀: ✨ God’s design for authority and order ✨ The true meaning of the Lord’s Supper This episode challenges us to move beyond routine and preference, and instead align our worship with Christ where humility, unity, and reverence take center stage. 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿: 🔥 Why imitating Christ is the foundation of authentic worship 🔥 The difference between biblical authority and worldly power 🔥 How outward expressions in worship reflect inward devotion 🔥 God’s design for unity between men and women in the church 🔥 Why the Lord’s Supper is more than a ritual, it’s a proclamation of the Gospel 🔥 The importance of self-examination before communion 🔥 How worship can either divide or deeply unite the church 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆: 🙏 Worship is not about preference. 🙏 Authority is not about control. 🙏Communion is not routine. True worship happens when hearts are aligned with Christ, relationships reflect God’s design, and the church gathers in remembrance of the cross. Because when worship centers on Jesus, order produces unity, unity produces testimony, and testimony glorifies God. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

From Oklahoma to Easter What God is doing right now! is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. What if the desires you’re fighting… were never yours to begin with? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into a truth many of us overlook, culture doesn’t just influence what we think… it shapes what we want. The world constantly pulls at our hearts through the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. But what does Scripture say about this? And how can we guard our hearts in a culture that subtly trains our desires away from God? 🎙️ In this episode, we talk about: How culture quietly shapes your inner desires The biblical warning about worldly influences Why your “wants” matter more than you think How to realign your heart with God’s truth This conversation will challenge you to examine not just your actions but the desires driving them. 🙏 If you’ve ever felt pulled between what the world offers and what God calls you to, this episode is for you. 👉 Watch now and take a step toward renewing your mind and transforming your heart. 📖 “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind…” – Romans 12:2 Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

Fear not, Help is here! John 14:16-18 is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. If the Holy Spirit lives in you, why do you still feel alone or afraid? In this week’s episode, we continue our journey through the powerful words of Jesus in John 14. After the encouraging promises in verses 1–15, Jesus now reveals a deeper assurance for every believer: we are not alone. In John 14:16–18, Jesus promises the coming of the Holy Spirit, our Helper, Comforter, and Spirit of Truth. Even as He prepares to leave His disciples, He reassures them that God’s presence will remain with them… and in them. ✨ What you’ll discover in this episode: Who the Holy Spirit is and why Jesus calls Him “another Helper” (Parakletos) How true comfort doesn’t just soothe but strengthens Why the Holy Spirit is called the Spirit of Truth The connection between being filled with the Spirit and being rooted in God’s Word The powerful truth that the Spirit of God dwells within every believer Why we are never abandoned, never alone, and never without help Jesus didn’t leave His followers as orphans, He gave them His Spirit. And that same promise is true for us today. 💬 If you’ve been feeling troubled, uncertain, or alone, this episode is a reminder: Fear not, help is here. 📖 Key Scripture: John 14:16–18 Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

You Don’t Need More Discipline You Need Deeper Surrender is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. Are you building for God… or walking with Him? Gifted leaders are everywhere… but faithful leaders are rare. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into a sobering and necessary question: Why do so many leaders both in the world and in ministry burn out or fall? From the very beginning, Scripture reveals two paths: the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge. One is rooted in intimacy, surrender, and daily dependence on God. The other is built on control, performance, and self-reliance. Many leaders today are building platforms, growing influence, and achieving visible success but are quietly drifting from the very relationship that sustains them. ⚠️ You can preach powerfully. ⚠️ You can lead effectively. ⚠️ You can build something impactful. …and still be in danger of disqualification. In this episode, we unpack: 🔥 Why giftedness can open doors faster than character can sustain them 🔥 The truth about success—why growth doesn’t always mean health 🔥 How misplaced identity (“needed” vs. “beloved”) leads to burnout 🔥 The role of discipline—not as legalism, but as protection 🔥 Why unaddressed triggers eventually become public failures 🔥 The danger of platform growth without strong boundaries 🔥 How isolation quietly leads to disqualification 🔥 Why ministry busyness can hide spiritual emptiness 🔥 The real key to finishing well: daily surrender, not stronger willpower Key Truth: 👉 Success can happen without surrender but endurance cannot. The world teaches leaders to manage outcomes. Religion can teach leaders to perform. But Jesus calls us to walk with Him daily. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

The Bible never denied other ‘Gods’, it dethroned them is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. Does the Bible Actually Teach There Are “Many Gods”? In this episode, we tackle a question that surprises many Christians: Why does the Bible talk about “many gods”? When people encounter passages like Psalm 82 or Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians, it can raise confusion. Does the Bible teach polytheism? Are these “Gods” just idols, metaphors, or something more? Scripture actually presents a much deeper and more supernatural worldview than most believers realize. Throughout the Bible, we see references to real spiritual beings intelligent, powerful, and active in the unseen realm. Some remain loyal to God, while others have rebelled and now oppose His purposes. Yet the Bible is absolutely clear: there is only one true God—eternal, uncreated, and sovereign—and He has revealed Himself fully in Jesus Christ. In this conversation, we walk carefully through the Bible’s own language to understand what it means when Scripture refers to “Gods,” the divine council, and the unseen spiritual powers influencing the world today. In this episode, we discuss: • What Psalm 82 reveals about God’s divine council • The meaning of the Hebrew word elohim and why it matters • Why Jesus quoted “you are gods” in John 10 • What the Apostle Paul meant by “many gods and many lords” • How Jesus is placed uniquely inside the identity of the one true God • The rebellion of corrupt spiritual powers in Scripture • Why the Bible connects idol worship to real demonic forces • How unseen spiritual powers influence cultures, governments, and systems • Why the biblical worldview is supernatural—but still firmly monotheistic This episode will help you see the Bible’s spiritual worldview more clearly and understand why Jesus Christ stands above every power, authority, and spiritual being. No speculation. No mythology. Just the Bible explaining the Bible. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

When Your Children Are Not Walking With Jesus is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. How do you hold onto hope when your child walks away from faith? In this week’s episode of the Riot Podcast, we speak directly to parents who love the Lord deeply but carry a quiet ache because their children have drifted from faith. Maybe you raised them in church, prayed with them, and tried to model Christ—yet today their lives seem far from God. Or maybe you came to faith later and now wrestle with regret, wondering if it’s too late. This conversation is not about blame or quick answers. It’s about truth, grace, and the hope found in God’s Word for parents who are still praying, still loving, and still trusting God with the hearts of their children. In this episode, we discuss: • How guilt and condemnation distort a parent’s view of God (Romans 8:1) • Whether Proverbs 22:6 is a promise or a principle • How God can redeem years that feel lost or wasted (Joel 2:25) • Why control cannot produce genuine faith (Zechariah 4:6) • The power of persistent prayer even when nothing seems to change (Luke 18:1) • How to hold biblical conviction while maintaining loving relationships • What real hope looks like when children are not yet walking with Jesus (Philippians 1:6) If you’re a parent carrying grief, fear, regret, or unanswered prayers for your children, this episode is for you. Your story is not over, and neither is theirs. God is still at work. 🙏 Share this with a parent who needs encouragement today. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

1 Cor 9 The Power of Voluntary Surrender is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. What if the greatest proof of your freedom is what you’re willing to give up? You have rights. But what if love calls you to lay them down? In this week’s episode, we step into 1 Corinthians 9 and wrestle with a hard question: Just because I can… does that mean I should? Paul proves he deserves support, authority, and recognition then willingly gives it all up for the sake of the gospel. Not because he has to. Because he loves. This chapter confronts our comfort. Our entitlement. Our desire to be served instead of to serve. Freedom in Christ isn’t about self-expression, it’s about self-sacrifice. It’s choosing surrender over status. Discipline over disqualification. Gospel over ego. If you’ve ever struggled with letting go of your “rights”… If you’ve ever wondered what mature faith really looks like… This conversation will challenge you deeply. Love limits liberty. Love surrenders rights. And serious faith runs to win.

1 Cor 10 – Find Freedom Without Failure is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. In 1 Corinthians 9, Paul surrendered his rights for the sake of the gospel. In 1 Corinthians 10, he gives a warning: spiritual privilege does not guarantee spiritual success. Israel saw miracles. They experienced God’s presence. Yet many still fell. Why? Because experiences don’t replace obedience. In this episode, we talk about: Why freedom requires humility The real danger of idolatry and pride How temptation works—and what the “way of escape” truly means (v.13) Why everyday choices reveal spiritual allegiance You can’t live at the Lord’s Table and the table of demons. Freedom in Christ is real but it demands watchfulness. Listen now and learn how to live in freedom without drifting into failure.

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧!! 🔥 Today on RIOT Podcast Eps 275 Why Men and Women Think So Differently show, we talk about how God created men and women distinctively and how they can unite as one under Christ. 𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐍 𝐍𝐎𝐖❗ 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 Why can two people love deeply yet still feel unappreciated? This Valentine’s episode explores a simple truth: relationships aren’t hard because men and women are broken—they’re hard because we’re different by design. God didn’t create two versions of the same person. He created two distinct ways of thinking, processing, and connecting. Most tension doesn’t come from bad intentions, but from misunderstanding. Boxes vs. Webs Men often think in “boxes”—identify the problem, solve it, close it. Women often think in “webs”—connecting emotions, timing, tone, and relational meaning. He wants resolution; she wants understanding. Healthy communication honors both. Words vs. Tone Men tend to focus on what was said. Women often hear how it was said. He values accuracy; she values emotional safety. The same sentence can land very differently depending on tone and timing. Solutions vs. Connection When a woman shares a problem, a man may instinctively try to fix it. To him, solving is loving. But often she’s looking for empathy first. Connection opens the door for solutions to be received well. Internal vs. Verbal Processing Men frequently process silently; women often process out loud. His silence may mean reflection, while hers may interpret it as distance. Naming the silence and allowing space builds trust. Achievement vs. Relational Health Men often measure success by tasks completed. Women often measure it by emotional closeness. Everything can look “fine” to him while feeling “off” to her. Both stability and connection matter. Direct vs. Descriptive Men often give the headline. Women often give the full story. One values efficiency; the other values depth. Flexibility keeps communication from feeling dismissive or overwhelming. Respect vs. Attention Men commonly feel loved through respect and trust. Women often feel loved through attention and engagement. Love breaks down not because it’s absent, but because it’s expressed in different languages. Intimacy in Different Order For many men, physical intimacy builds emotional closeness. For many women, emotional closeness leads to physical intimacy. Same desire—different sequence. The goal isn’t to eliminate differences, but to understand them. When curiosity replaces assumption, frustration gives way to grace. Healthy relationships aren’t about perfection—they’re about progress, humility, and choosing connection over control. 👉 Listen now and ask yourself: Are my choices strengthening the faith of others? 👍 If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs this message today. Truth grows when it’s shared, send this to someone you love. May God richly bless you. #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalTruth #SpiritualMaturity #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #Discipleship #LoveOverKnowledge #ChurchCommunity #BibleTeaching #FollowJesus #ChristianGrowth #NewTestament #GospelLiving Thanks for listening, and don’t forget to: Visit our website https://riotpodcast.co/ Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble

When Being Right Becomes Wrong! 1 Corinthians 8 is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. Can being theologically right actually make us spiritually wrong? In this episode, we continue our journey through 1 Corinthians as Paul shifts the focus from personal relationships to life within the Christian community. At the center of chapter 8 is a challenging question: What matters more, exercising our freedom or protecting the faith of others? While the issue in Corinth involved food sacrificed to idols, Paul reveals a deeper principle that still confronts the church today: knowledge alone can inflate the ego, but love builds up the body of Christ. True maturity is not measured by how much we know, but by how faithfully we love. You’ll discover why freedom without love can wound others, how conscience must be protected, and what it means to willingly lay down your rights for the spiritual growth of fellow believers. This conversation invites us to examine whether our lives are marked by proving we are right or by helping others grow in Christ. In this episode, we explore: • Why knowledge must always be governed by love • The difference between knowing about God and being known by Him • How past spiritual bondage can still shape a believer’s conscience • When Christian freedom becomes a stumbling block • Why wounding another believer is a serious spiritual matter • What our willingness to sacrifice reveals about our maturity • How discipleship is about building people up, not winning arguments 1 Corinthians 8 reminds us that the goal of the Christian life is not simply being right — it is becoming people who love well. When love leads, freedom serves, consciences are protected, and the church becomes a place of safety, healing, and growth. 👉 Listen now and ask yourself: Are my choices strengthening the faith of others? Truth grows when it’s shared — send this to someone you love. May God richly bless you. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble

Sexuality, Singleness, Marriage, Divorce is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. What Does Undivided Devotion to Christ Really Look Like? In this week’s episode, we continue our journey through 1 Corinthians, turning to one of Paul’s most practical and misunderstood chapters 1 Corinthians 7. Writing to believers living in a sexually confused, morally compromised culture, Paul addresses real-life questions about marriage, singleness, sexuality, divorce, and calling. His goal isn’t to impose rules, but to form mature disciples with undivided devotion to Christ—right in the middle of a broken world. Building on last week’s discussion from 1 Corinthians 6, where we saw that our bodies belong to the Lord, Paul now shows us how grace doesn’t lower God’s standards—it empowers us to live them faithfully in whatever season God has placed us. In this episode, we explore: Why marriage is God’s design for intimacy, holiness, and partnership How love in marriage is marked by mutual self-giving, not control Why spiritual devotion should strengthen—not strain—marital unity How God’s grace can sanctify a home even when only one spouse believes Why God calls His people to peace, not coercion or guilt How your worth in Christ is not defined by marital status or past decisions Why singleness is a gift, not a deficiency, allowing undivided devotion to the Lord How living in light of eternity reshapes our priorities, relationships, and freedom Paul’s message is both freeing and challenging: Marriage is a calling. Singleness is a calling. Faithfulness is the calling. Whether married or single, Paul’s ultimate aim is the same—for believers to live wisely, faithfully, and without distraction, with Christ at the center of everything. 📖 Scripture Focus: 1 Corinthians 7 Thanks for listening and don’t forget to: Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Follow us on Rumble The RIOT PODCAST is a listener-supported podcast: Donate Now

World on Fire, Shifting Global Order is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. ?? ?????? ?????? ?????????, ??? ????????? ????? ?????? ???? ?? ????????? ??? ????????—?? ?? ?????????, ??????, ??? ??? ??????? ?? ???? This week’s episode takes on the hard news—through a biblical lens. In a world marked by ???, ???????? ???????, ????????? ??????, ??? ?????? ????????, how should Christians think, pray, and respond? Rather than reacting with fear, outrage, or blind allegiance, this conversation helps believers engage today’s headlines with ??????, ??????????, ?????, ??? ??????????? rooted in Scripture. ? ?? ???? ???????, ?? ???????: • ?.?.–????????? ???????????? & ??? ???????? What do escalating enforcement actions, maritime seizures, and global energy tensions mean—and how does Scripture guide our understanding of authority, justice, and mercy among nations? • ??????? ?? ????????? ??????? ???? ???? As economic pressure increases and global retaliation looms, how do believers balance economic leverage with peacemaking, stewardship, and prayer in an interconnected world? • ??????, ????, ????, ??? ? ?????? ?? ??? ????? As violence intensifies and the risk of wider war grows, how do Christians hold justice and mercy together—praying for leaders, protecting the innocent, and trusting God’s sovereignty over nations? • ??? ??????????? & ???????? ?? ??????????? How should the Church think about immigration, public safety, justice, and the call to love the stranger while seeking peace in our cities? • ????? ????, ??? ?????? ???????, ??? ???????? ?????? From inflation to supply chains to wages, how do global economic decisions affect real people—and how should the Church respond when vulnerable communities bear the cost? • ? ???????? ??????????? ?? ?????? ??????? Jesus promised tribulation—but also victory. What does it mean to stay engaged in the world without being shaped by it, and to pray with courage, compassion, and wisdom in uncertain times? ? ?????????? ?????????? ???????: Romans 13 • Micah 6:8 • Matthew 5:9 • Psalm 46 • 1 Timothy 2 • John 16:33 • Leviticus 19 • James 5, and more. This episode is not about partisan talking points—it’s about helping Christians think clearly, pray faithfully, and live obediently in a world that feels increasingly unstable.

What If Your Life Isn’t Yours? 1 Cor 6:11-20 is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. ??? ????? ???? ????? ????????? ???? ????????? ?? ????????? ??? ???? ??? ?? ???????????, ??? ?? ??????? ??????? ???? ????????? ?? ??????? In this week’s episode, we finish ? ??????????? ? as the Apostle Paul moves from ???????? ?? ?????????. After reminding believers, “???? ???? ???? ?? ???,” Paul presses deeper, asking a confronting question: ??? ?? ??? ?????? ?? ???? This conversation explores what it truly means to be ??????, ??????????, ??? ?????????, and why freedom in Christ is not self-expression—but surrender. Paul challenges the idea that faith is only spiritual and reveals that our ??????, ???????, ??? ????? ??????? are meant to reflect Christ’s lordship. ?? ???? ???????, ?? ???????: Why the gospel doesn’t manage sin—it transforms identity What “freedom in Christ” actually means (and what it doesn’t) Why the body is not morally neutral but belongs to the Lord How sexual sin is about union, not just behavior What it means to be one spirit with Christ Why Scripture tells us to flee temptation instead of negotiating with it How understanding ownership changes obedience from restriction to worship Paul’s message is clear: ??? ??? ??? ???? ???—??? ???? ?????? ???? ? ?????. This episode invites us to stop living from who we were and start living from who we belong to. If you’ve ever struggled with identity, freedom, or surrender, this passage speaks directly to the heart of the Christian life—not as rule-keeping, but as joyful alignment with Christ.

Stop Living Like You’re Still Under the World’s Authority is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. Paul says, ‘Such were some of you.’ Are you still introducing yourself by the sins God has already moved into your past, or are you living from your new identity as ‘washed and justified’? In this week’s episode, we dive deep into 1 Corinthians 6, where the Apostle Paul challenges the church in Corinth—and us—to stop outsourcing our lives to worldly systems. Building off the themes of holiness and church purity in Chapter 5, Paul moves the conversation from the “why” to the “how.” How do we treat each other? How do we view our legal rights? And most importantly, who actually owns our bodies? Paul makes it clear: holiness isn’t just a moral checklist; it’s an essential part of our identity as the people of God. ? What We’re Discussing: Kingdom Authority vs. Worldly Courts: Why do we trust secular systems to resolve spiritual disputes? Paul reminds us that as co-rulers with Christ, we must learn to live from an eternal perspective rather than immediate personal advantage. The Power of Being “Wronged”: The world tells us to protect our rights at all costs, but the Gospel calls us to the “cross-shaped life.” What happens to our witness when we prioritize winning over reflecting Christ? Identity Over Lifestyle: We break down the heavy language in verses 9-11. Paul isn’t just listing sins; he’s describing a past life. We explore the Greek context of malakoi and arsenokoitai and why “such were some of you” are the most powerful words in the text. Washed, Sanctified, Justified: If God has already completed these actions in us, why are we still living under the weight of shame and effort? ? Reflection Question: Paul asks, “Why not rather be wronged?” Is there an area in your life right now where you are fighting for your “rights” at the expense of your witness?

A Year of Intimacy Obedience and Multiplication is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast. ???? ???????, ?????, ?? ?????? ?????? ???? ???? ???? ??? ??????? ?? ????? ?? ???? ?????? ???????? ?? ????? Happy New Year from your RIOT Podcast family! ? As we step boldly into 2026, today’s episode sets the tone for everything God wants to build in you and through you this year. Many of you know Pete wrote the book Rise Beyond Ordinary, but today we’re reintroducing the heartbeat behind it—because this message is more crucial than ever. Rising beyond ordinary is not a slogan… it’s a lifestyle. A lifestyle marked by: ? Intimacy with Jesus ? Obedience to His voice ? Multiplication through disciple-making Jesus never called us to casual Christianity. He called us to a supernatural, Spirit-filled life that transforms families, communities, and nations. And as we begin 2026, we are declaring this year as A Year of Intimacy, Obedience, and Multiplication. If you’re tired of lukewarm faith… if you know God is calling you deeper… if you want this year to look NOTHING like the last—this episode is your launching pad. ? What We’re Talking About in This Episode: ? INTIMACY — Drawing near to Jesus Why intimacy is the most important resolution you can make this year—and how it fuels clarity, peace, purpose, and emotional health. ? HEARING GOD CLEARLY 2026 belongs to those who listen intentionally. Hearing God’s voice brings direction, wisdom, and peace. ? SUPERNATURAL STRENGTH Transformation doesn’t come through willpower—it comes from staying connected to Jesus. ? OBEDIENCE THAT UNLOCKS BREAKTHROUGH “At Your Word, I will…” becomes the key to God-sized results. ? GROUNDED IN THE WORD If you want a different year, you need a different intake: more Scripture, less noise. ? DISCIPLESHIP & MULTIPLICATION Making disciples isn’t a program—it’s a lifestyle that transforms you while you transform others. ? HOLY SPIRIT EMPOWERMENT Acts 1:8 shows us that multiplication flows from overflow. Spirit-filled disciples create more disciples. ? LETTING GO OF WHAT HINDERS Old habits, mindsets, sins, and emotional weights must be released for you to rise beyond ordinary. ? COMMUNITY THAT SHARPENS YOU Your relationships shape your 2026. Walk with people who push you toward Jesus. ? SHINING BRIGHT FOR JESUS This is the year to stop hiding and start shining—boldly, joyfully, and visibly. ? FINAL WORD 2026 isn’t about resolutions—it’s about relationship. If you commit to intimacy, obedience, and multiplication, you will rise beyond ordinary—and you’ll never go back.