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Send us a text Galatians 6 Believers should support one another in love, restoring with gentleness those who have fallen into sin while being aware of their own weaknesses. Paul reminds them to bear one another’s burdens, fulfilling the law of Christ. He warns against pride and self-deception, urging everyone to examine their own actions. He emphasizes that whatever one sows, they will also reap—those who live for the flesh will experience destruction, but those who live by the Spirit will re...

Published: 27 August 2025

Send us a text Galatians 5 Believers must stand firm in the freedom Christ has given them, not returning to the bondage of the Law. Paul warns that relying on the Law for righteousness separates them from grace. Instead, faith expressing itself through love is what truly matters. He cautions against false teachers and emphasizes that Christ has set them free. Paul explains that freedom is no excuse for sin but an opportunity to serve others in love. He contrasts the works of the flesh—such as...

Published: 26 August 2025

Send us a text Here is a recap of today's 5 Hobbies with Some Subtext: (Following our Feature Sponsors) Daily Bible Devotional (ALL THREE VOLUMES) Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Sponsors: Spiritbuilding Publishers Website: www.spiritbuilding.com Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide Mortgage Websites: https://statewidemortgage.com/ https://tylercain.floify.com/ Phone: 813-380-8487 Here is a recap of today's 5 Hobbies with Some Subtext: 1) Make You Money - Enjo...

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Send us a text Galatians 4 Before Jesus, the Galatians were like children under guardians, enslaved to the world’s principles. But when the time was right, God sent His Son to redeem them so they could be adopted as His children. Because they are His children, He has given them the Spirit, allowing them to call Him “Abba, Father.” Paul warns them not to return to bondage under the Law, reminding them of their initial joy in the gospel. He expresses deep concern for them, longing for Christ to...

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Send us a text Galatians 3 The Galatians are being deceived into thinking they must follow the Law to be justified. Paul reminds them that they received the Spirit by faith, not by works. Paul uses Abraham as an example, showing that righteousness comes through faith, as God declared Abraham righteous before the Law existed. He explains that those who rely on the Law are under a curse because no one can perfectly keep it. However, Christ redeemed them from the curse by becoming a curse for th...

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

Send us a text Galatians 2 The apostle Paul visits Jerusalem, where he meets with church leaders to confirm his gospel message to the Gentiles. Peter and James affirm his ministry through their personal testimony and the scriptures, agreeing with him, only reiterating that he should care for the poor. Later, in Antioch, Paul confronts Peter about his hypocrisy—eating with Gentiles but withdrawing when Jewish believers arrived. Paul rebukes him, reminding him that justification comes through f...

Published: 21 August 2025

Send us a text Galatians 1 The Galatian letter begins with Paul asserting his apostleship, stating that it comes directly from Jesus Christ and God the Father, not from human authority. He expresses deep concern that the Galatians are turning to a distorted gospel, warning that anyone—human or angel—who preaches a different message is accursed. Paul emphasizes that he seeks to please God, not people, and that his gospel was revealed to him by Jesus Christ, not taught by men. He shares his pas...

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 13 Paul prepares the Corinthians for his third visit, warning them that he will not spare those who continue in sin. He urges them to examine themselves to see if they are in the faith, reminding them that Jesus Christ is in them “unless indeed you fail the test.” Paul does not seek to prove his authority but desires their spiritual growth. He prays that they do what is right, not for his sake, but for the Lord’s sake. Paul writes these warnings in advance so tha...

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

Send us a text How do you deal with people who do not like you, or want to be around you, or who do not treat you well? What about self-focused people who can't see past themselves to love others, including you? Today we look at an empathy progress scale to learn to see others properly, emotionally, like Jesus sees them. Then we examine the need to be okay with not being liked. The goal isn't to have people treat you better. The goal is for them to find their way in Christ to become better pe...

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 12 Paul shares a powerful vision in which he is caught up to the “third heaven,” experiencing indescribable revelations from God. However, to prevent him from becoming prideful, he receives a thorn in the flesh, a persistent struggle that keeps him humble. He prays for its removal, but God responds, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness." Paul embraces his weakness, knowing that through it, Christ’s strength is revealed. He boa...

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 11 Paul warns the Corinthians about false teachers who preach a different Jesus and deceive them with smooth words. He expresses deep concern for their purity, comparing himself to a loving father betrothing his daughter to a husband. He reminds them that he preaches the true gospel not for personal gain but out of love. Paul contrasts himself with false apostles who disguise themselves as servants of righteousness but are actually working for Satan. He humbly de...

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 10 Paul defends his authority as an apostle, addressing those who criticize him for being bold in his letters but unimpressive in person. He explains that his confidence comes from God, not human strength. Though he walks in the flesh, he does not wage war as the world does; instead, he uses spiritual weapons to demolish strongholds and take every thought captive to Christ. Paul warns against judging by appearance, reminding the Corinthians that true authority co...

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 9 Paul continues to focus on generosity and cheerful giving. He encourages the Corinthians to fulfill their commitment to give generously to brethren in need, emphasizing that giving should be done willingly, not reluctantly or under pressure. He reminds them that whoever sows sparingly will reap sparingly, but whoever sows generously will reap abundantly. God loves a cheerful giver and provides abundantly so that believers can continue doing good works. Paul ass...

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 8 The Corinthians are encouraged to follow the Macedonian churches' example, giving generously despite their poverty. Their giving was an act of grace, overflowing from their joy in Christ. Paul reminds the Corinthians that true generosity comes from a willing heart, not obligation. He urges them to complete their commitment to give, just as they excel in faith, love, and knowledge. Paul points to Jesus as the ultimate example of generosity. Though rich, He becam...

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

Send us a text Why are God's people stronger together? What does it mean to be committed to believers, and what does that look like in your life? We teach new converts that their involvement with God's people is their lifeline, but are we demonstrating that years after becoming a Christian? Daily Bible Devotional (Volumes 1 and 2): Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Sponsors: Spiritbuilding Publishers Website: www.spiritbuilding.com Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Sta...

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 7 Paul encourages the Corinthians to pursue holiness, cleansing themselves from anything that defiles body and spirit, as they live in reverence to God. He expresses his love for them, reminding them that his previous letter, though painful, was written to bring repentance, not harm. Paul rejoices that their sorrow led to repentance, producing a lasting change in their hearts. He contrasts godly sorrow, which leads to salvation without regret, with worldly sorrow...

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 6 The Corinthians are encouraged not to receive God’s grace in vain but to live faithfully, embracing the time for salvation. Paul describes the hardships he and his fellow workers endure—beatings, imprisonments, difficulties, and sleepless nights—yet they remain steadfast, acting with purity, patience, and sincere love. Though they are treated as impostors, they stay true; though sorrowful, they rejoice; though poor, they enrich many in Christ. Paul then warns t...

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 5 Earthly bodies resemble temporary tents, but God has prepared an eternal house for the future. While Christians may groan in their current bodies, they hold onto the hope of resurrection and the promise of being clothed in immortality. Paul encourages them to walk by faith, not by sight, knowing that being absent from the body means being present with the Lord. He emphasizes that all believers will stand before Christ to give an account of their lives. B...

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 4 Paul emphasizes that his ministry arises from God’s mercy, and he refuses to distort or manipulate God’s word. Instead, he preaches Christ openly, even though the gospel remains hidden to those blinded by the god of this world. He reminds the Corinthians that he is merely a servant, proclaiming Jesus as Lord, with God’s light shining in his heart. Paul describes the Christian life as a treasure in jars of clay, illustrating that the power comes from God,...

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 3 The apostle Paul explains he does not require letters of recommendation because the Corinthians themselves stand as proof of his ministry. Their transformed lives are letters from Christ, inscribed not on stone but on human hearts by the Spirit. He then contrasts the old covenant, which brought death through the law, with the new covenant, which imparts life through the Spirit. The law had glory, yet the ministry of the Spirit possesses even greater glor...

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Send us a text Daily Bible Devotional (Volumes 1 and 2): Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Sponsors: Jon Cunningham, Owner, Cunningham Financial Group Website: www.cunninghamfinancialgroup.com Phone: 205-326-7364 Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide Mortgage Websites: https://statewidemortgage.com/ https://tylercain.floify.com/ Phone: 813-380-8487 I'd like to simply include two passages of scripture today that are featured in our episode: ...

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 2 Paul explains that he is postponing his trip to Corinth to avoid causing great sorrow. He writes this letter, urging the church to forgive and restore a repentant member who had previously been disciplined, emphasizing that excessive punishment could lead to despair. Paul reminds them that forgiveness strengthens unity and prevents Satan from exploiting their division. He then describes his ministry, explaining how God guides believers in a triumphant mi...

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Send us a text Daily Bible Devotional (Volumes 1 and 2): Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Sponsors: Jon Cunningham, Owner, Cunningham Financial Group Website: www.cunninghamfinancialgroup.com Phone: 205-326-7364 Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide Mortgage Websites: https://statewidemortgage.com/ https://tylercain.floify.com/ Phone: 813-380-8487 I'd like to simply include two passages of scripture today that are featured in our episode: ...

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Send us a text II Corinthians 1 Paul begins his second letter to the Corinthians by praising God as the source of all comfort during times of affliction. He shares his own sufferings, explaining that trials teach reliance on God rather than on oneself. Paul assures the Corinthians that just as they participate in suffering, they will also receive God’s comfort. He recalls a life-threatening experience in Asia, where he “despaired of life” but was delivered through God’s power. Paul emphasizes...

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 16 The apostle Paul concludes his letter with practical guidance and personal remarks for the church in Corinth. He encourage...

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 15 The resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. He died for our sins, was buried, and rose on the t...

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 14 Paul refocuses on spiritual gifts, stressing the importance of using these abilities to strengthen the church. He points...

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

Send us a text Picking the title this week was tough, as you'll hear in the episode. It was a genuine pleasure to listen to the best golfer in the world add some incredibly valuable perspective about life, golf, work, and family. There are many awesome ways to testify to the love of Jesus. Sometimes you can say His name and tell people how much you love Him. Other times, it's just refusing to get caught up in valuing things about Jesus and others. Today's episode includes excerpts from ...

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 13 Love is the premier quality and focus in the life of a believer. While spiritual gifts like prophecy, tongues, and knowl...

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Send us a text Picking the title this week was tough, as you'll hear in the episode. It was a genuine pleasure to listen to the best golfer in the world add some incredibly valuable perspective about life, golf, work, and family. There are many awesome ways to testify to the love of Jesus. Sometimes you can say His name and tell people how much you love Him. Other times, it's just refusing to get caught up in valuing things about Jesus and others. Today's episode includes excerpts from a rec...

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Send us a text Picking the title this week was tough, as you'll hear in the episode. It was a genuine pleasure to listen to the best golfer in the world add some incredibly valuable perspective about life, golf, work, and family. There are many awesome ways to testify to the love of Jesus. Sometimes you can say His name and tell people how much you love Him. Other times, it's just refusing to get caught up in valuing things about Jesus and others. Today's episode includes excerpts from a rec...

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 12 The Christians in Corinth possess a wide variety of spiritual gifts, such as miraculous wisdom, healing abilities, and spe...

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 11 The Corinthian church needs guidance regarding aspects of its worship. Paul starts by addressing head coverings, teaching ...

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 10 Israel’s history serves as a cautionary tale for Christians. Despite experiencing God’s blessings and deliverance, many Is...

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 9 Some Corinthians have questions about Paul’s rights as an apostle. Paul affirms his authority by explaining that he has the...

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025

Send us a text Will just one sin cost the Christian their soul? If you sin just before you die, and do not repent, are you lost? If you are sinning now, and forget you did it, or don't even yet understand you are doing it, and refuse to repent, is it over? These are dominant questions across the religious landscape recently. Let's dive in on this, but with our full attention first on Jesus and the cross. From there, all good things can happen, even with flawed people like you and me.&nb...

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 8 The church has questions for Paul about eating food sacrificed to idols. Paul acknowledges that while idols are nothing and...

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Send us a text Will just one sin cost the Christian their soul? If you sin just before you die, and do not repent, are you lost? If you are sinning now, and forget you did it, or don't even yet understand you are doing it, and refuse to repent, is it over? These are dominant questions across the religious landscape recently. Let's dive in on this, but with our full attention first on Jesus and the cross. From there, all good things can happen, even with flawed people like you and me.&nb...

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Send us a text Will just one sin cost the Christian their soul? If you sin just before you die, and do not repent, are you lost? If you are sinning now, and forget you did it, or don't even yet understand you are doing it, and refuse to repent, is it over? These are dominant questions across the religious landscape recently. Let's dive in on this, but with our full attention first on Jesus and the cross. From there, all good things can happen, even with flawed people like you and m...

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 7 The church poses questions to Paul about marriage and singleness. He offers guidance based on God’s law while also consider...

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 6 Paul addresses disputes among the Corinthians, criticizing that some take legal matters to secular courts instead ...

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 5 Paul addresses a serious issue within the Corinthian church: the acceptance of blatant sexual immorality. A man is...

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 4 The apostles of Christ should not be viewed as exalted leaders, but rather as servants and stewards of God’s myste...

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

Send us a text What is the difference between saving belief and insufficient belief? The answer is found all across the Gospel of John, and particularly in the story of the Pharisees approaching Jesus with a woman caught in adultery. Which one are you? The outline for that study: The Pharisees' Belief was in Vain - Believe in God and Scripture - Desired a Messiah of their Making - Resisted Jesus when He Opposed Them - Paraded a YOJ life, missing the Heart of Truth True Believers Know they Nee...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 3 In Corinth, divisions arise as believers align themselves with leaders like Paul or Apollos. Paul addresses the church, exp...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Send us a text What is the difference between saving belief and insufficient belief? The answer is found all across the Gospel of John, and particularly in the story of the Pharisees approaching Jesus with a woman caught in adultery. Which one are you? The outline for that study: The Pharisees' Belief was in Vain - Believe in God and Scripture - Desired a Messiah of their Making - Resisted Jesus when He Opposed Them - Paraded a YOJ life, missing the Heart of Truth True Believers Know they Nee...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Send us a text What is the difference between saving belief and insufficient belief? The answer is found all across the Gospel of John, and particularly in the story of the Pharisees approaching Jesus with a woman caught in adultery. Which one are you? The outline for that study: The Pharisees' Belief was in Vain - Believe in God and Scripture - Desired a Messiah of their Making - Resisted Jesus when He Opposed Them - Paraded a YOJ life, missing the Heart of Truth True Believers Know they Nee...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 2 The gospel of Jesus Christ does not require special people or eloquent speech. In fact, such things can distract f...

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] I Corinthians 1 The apostle Paul writes to the church in Corinth in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, addressing their divisions ...

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Send us a text Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below: Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle) Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback) Youtube Video Introducing the Content Feel free to reach out with any questions: [email protected] Romans 16 Paul’s letter to the Romans concludes with personal greetings, final instructions, and praise to God. He commends Phoebe, ...

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025