Today is a daily devotional that helps God's people refresh, refocus and renew their faith through Bible reading, reflection, and prayer.
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How might your pop culture fandom resonate with your faith? Josh Larsen, editor of Think Christian, talks with TC writers about the latest in TV, movies, music, and more, exploring the ways popular culture and its cultivators interact with God’s story.
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Groundwork is a half-hour conversation that digs deeply into Scripture, the foundation for our lives. Each week, pastors Dave Bast (president of Words of Hope) and Scott Hoezee (director of CEP at Calvin Seminary) cultivate our understanding of God's Word by unpacking the richness of the Bible and applying it with insight to today's world.
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This half-hour adventure for kids (ages 6-12) follows Lizarardo “Liz” Lacerta and his reptilian friends in the little town of Terrene. In the quest for fun, Liz and his pals often get themselves into trouble! With the help of their parents and other grown-up lizards like Grandpa Anole and Granny Gecko, they wrestle with the challenges and drama of childhood, finding real answers in the Bible. Designed to help children find their own roles in God’s big story, the program is supported by a liv ...
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You’ve dealt with painful and unexpected things too, right? Whether it’s a diagnosis, a hard death, a dreadful divorce, a disability, a series of difficult trials, you name it, we can all cast our two cents into the jar of suffering. This transaction can lead us to feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, and depression, and often result in questioning our core beliefs about life and God. Colleen Swindoll-Thompson, daughter of well-loved pastor Chuck Swindoll and director of Insight for Living’s Re ...
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Our goal is to reframe, simplify, and focus on our mission to make disciples in a post Christian culture. We discuss reaching new people and raising up leaders while removing the barriers of churchianity. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-bryant1/support
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How could your church communicate better? Join hosts Bryan Haley and Jeanette Yates as they discuss tips, strategies, and tools that anyone in church communication can use to enhance their church marketing and communication.
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The Replant Bootcamp Podcast is a boots on the ground resource for replanters by replanters hosted by Bob Bickford and JimBo Stewart. Both Bob and JimBo are replant pastors and serve other replant pastors through their local associations and the North American Mission Board. It is Bob and JimBo’s desire that this podcast encourage and equip pastors and ministry leaders in the gritty and glorious work of replanting dying churches.
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Welcome to Faith Meets Academia! Struggling to connect your faith with everyday life, career ambitions, or academic pursuits? Hosted by a university professor and ordained minister, Dr. Adrian Reynolds, this podcast will help you translate your faith-based values into personal growth, professional development, and academic success. Faith Meets Academia emphasizes that faith and work can forge a mutually sustaining partnership. Each episode breaks down complex academic concepts into everyday ...
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An Interview with Kenny & Claire HilliardBy Colleen Swindoll Thompson
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“Do not worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say, for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.” — Luke 12:11-12There is a common misunderstanding in many churches. Many Christians think there is a big difference between proclaiming God’s Word from a pulpit and sharing his truth in a conversation. Simil…
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A bully is bothering Scooter, but what can Liz do about it?By ReFrame Ministries
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Did the Christmas story really happen? Wasn’t Christmas originally a pagan holiday? Why do some churches celebrate Advent? Join Groundwork as we dig into Scripture to answer commonly asked questions about Christmas and Advent.By ReFrame Ministries
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Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God. . . . — 1 Peter 2:10Peter, one of Jesus’ closest followers, urgently encouraged Christians in the first century as they endured intense persecution, suffering, trials, and hardships. I imagine that Peter’s words also helped to lift himself up in some way, especially considering the chan…
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There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. — Ecclesiastes 3:1I can still remember the sound of the little bird that popped out of the old cuckoo clock on the wall at my grandparents’ house. Every hour, on the hour, the red faded bird would announce the time. I also recall that when the bird was quiet, I could…
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EP 269 – Exploring the ‘Withness’ of Discipleship with Bob Bumgarner
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In this episode of the Replant Boot Camp, host Jimbo Stewart and guest Bob Bumgarner discuss the significance of discipleship in church renewal. They explore how the American church has lost its focus on discipleship and the importance of creating a framework for making disciples with the end goal in mind. They delve into practical […]…
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“He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” — John 15:2I don’t know much about plants, but I imagine it might be painful for a vine to go through the pruning process. I also imagine that if I were a plant, I might get frustrated with the gardener for …
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Embracing Change: Heather Zempel on Navigating Ministry in a Post-Christian Era
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In this episode of The Post-Christian Podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant sits down with Heather Zempel from National Community Church in Washington DC. Heather shares her insights on navigating a post-Christian world, emphasizing the importance of revisiting how we fulfill our mission and how we serve as the local church - to root them in biblical truth rath…
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A new podcast series explores the monumental run of albums released by Stevie Wonder in the 1970s, giving Josh, Aarik, and Kathryn an excuse to celebrate the expansive musicality and spirituality of the pop-culture icon.SHOW NOTESThe Wonder of Stevie podcast — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wonder-of-stevie/id1767486783Send your picks fo…
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When Jesus saw their faith, he said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.” — Luke 5:20Sometimes I find it hard to ask someone for help. I’m not sure if it’s my pride to be independent or my fear of being a burden that gets in the way, but I know there have been times in my life when asking someone for something would have eased the burden I was carryin…
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Men's MinistryBy ResLife Ministry
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“Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’” — Luke 15:6The term “Christian” roughly translates into “little Christ,” meaning that a person who follows Christ is an extension of Jesus and a representative of his Father in heaven. This is a heavy responsibility for two significant reason…
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“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” “The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid.” — Hebrews 13:5-6A fly-fishing enthusiast can tell you about all the excitement that can unfold when you hook a fish much bigger than one you planned for. An angler—that is, a person who fishes with a rod and line—typically uses the equipment they need…
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God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. — Psalm 46:1When I was a young child, I was often afraid of thunderstorms. The lightning flashes and the rumbling thunder were startling and scary, and I would grow anxious if I heard that a storm was coming. I’m not sure where my fear of thunderstorms came from, but I think it may ha…
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When Miss Manners comes to town for a reality show about manners the kids all try to win the contest. But the winner is a surprise for everyone.By ReFrame Ministries
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Episode 34: Start with What You Have: You May Already Have What You Need
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Send us a text Have you ever gone shopping only to find out you already had what you bought at home? In this episode, let's explore the unexpected abundance right at our fingertips. We often overlook the treasures right within our reach. This episode encourages you to reframe your perspective and recognize the resources you might be overlooking in …
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“I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever. . . .” — John 14:16An advocate offers support and pleads on behalf of someone (or something), ensuring fair and honest treatment. An advocate aims to look after, protect, care for, and fight for the one they are assigned to. The Bible’s word for this,…
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Have you ever wondered what will happen when Jesus Christ returns? Whether you call it the Day of the Lord, Judgment Day, or the Second Coming, all these titles refer to the time and events of Christ’s return to earth. The early Christians waited expectantly for Christ’s second coming, but when he didn’t appear, scoffers planted seeds of doubt amon…
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“Have you entered the storehouses of the snow or seen the storehouses of the hail . . . ?” — Job 38:22Have you ever noticed that things that looked really big when you were a child don’t seem so big when you are older? I remember walking through my old elementary school after becoming an adult, and one of the first things I noticed was how much sma…
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EP 268 – Fundamentals of Church Renewal with Brandon Moore
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Fundamentals of Church Renewal We are often asked to give a summary of how to revitalize a church. I get the desire for a quick answer and something to grab on to and implement but I have always struggled to give a concise answer. The reality is that church revitalization and renewal isn’t a cookie-cutter […]…
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A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity. — Proverbs 17:17One of God’s greatest gifts to humanity is relationships. We are created for relationships; we are designed by God to be in community with others. We will meet many people over our lifetime. With some, we will have no more than brief interactions in passing …
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Miracles, Politics, and Impacting the City with Mark Batterson
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In this episode of The Post-Christian Podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant sits down with prolific author and pastor Mark Batterson about leading the National Community Church in Washington DC, the importance of prayer, and remaining nonpartisan yet prophetic. Mark shares insights from his 28 years of ministry, emphasizing the significance of standing in the g…
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