Loved & Made Worthy

18. Discovering God’s Goodness in Every Season of Life

God is good.
 
This goodness is inherent. It is integral to His nature and character, and it’s something that is consistently described and affirmed throughout scripture. In this episode, we look at some of the passages in the Bible that describe God's goodness, and discuss how we can come to know and trust in God's goodness for ourselves.
 
We talk about the role that faith plays in trusting in God's goodness, and explore some practical ways that we can cultivate trust in God's goodness and love, even when we are facing difficult circumstances or just having an easier time believing satan’s lies than the truth about who God is.
 
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Psa 145:9 ESV - The LORD is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made.
 
Psa 34:8 ESV - Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!
 
Jas 1:17 ESV - Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.
 
Rom 8:38-39 ESV - For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
 
Psa 34:18 ESV - The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
 
Jhn 3:16 ESV - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.
 
Rev 21:4 ESV - He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away."
 
Jhn 8:44 ESV - You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.
 
2Co 11:14 ESV - And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.
 
Rev 12:9 ESV - And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world--he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.
 
Col 1:10 ESV - so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;

17. Cultivating Rest in a Busy World

During this episode we’re going to talk about 3 major ways God demonstrates the importance of rest for his people and how we can cultivate a life designed for rest.
 
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Gen 2:2 ESV - And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done.
 
Isa 40:28 ESV - Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable.
 
Exo 20:8-11 ESV - "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner who is within your gates. For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested on the seventh day. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.
 
Mat 12:3-8 ESV - He said to them, "Have you not read what David did when he was hungry, and those who were with him: how he entered the house of God and ate the bread of the Presence, which it was not lawful for him to eat nor for those who were with him, but only for the priests? Or have you not read in the Law how on the Sabbath the priests in the temple profane the Sabbath and are guiltless? I tell you, something greater than the temple is here. And if you had known what this means, 'I desire mercy, and not sacrifice,' you would not have condemned the guiltless. For the Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath."
 
Mar 2:27-28 ESV - And he said to them, "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. So the Son of Man is lord even of the Sabbath."
 
Mat 11:28-29 ESV - Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

16. Speak Life Part 2: 5 Biblical Affirmations for Christian Boys and Men

5 affirmations, straight from God’s word, that you can use to speak life over the Christian boys and men in your life.
 
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Phl 4:13 ESV - I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
 
2Ti 1:7 ESV - for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
 
Mat 5:14 ESV - "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.
 
1Co 3:16 ESV - Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you?
 
Isa 54:17 ESV - no weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD and their vindication from me, declares the LORD."

15. Speak Life Part 1: 5 Biblical Affirmations for Christian Girls and Women

5 affirmations, straight from God’s word, that you can use to speak life over the Christian girls and women in your life.
 
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1Jo 4:9 ESV - In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him.
 
Heb 13:5 ESV - Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you."
 
Rom 15:7 ESV - Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.
 
Deu 14:2 ESV - For you are a people holy to the LORD your God, and the LORD has chosen you to be a people for his treasured possession, out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth.
 
Eph 2:10 ESV - For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

14. Bible Translations: How Do You Choose the Right Bible?

Choosing a bible translation is a really big deal and not to be taken lightly. These are the words of God, so it’s important to understand how translations are categorized and what that means for our study.
 
So how do you choose the right one?
 
Settle in, friend, and let’s talk about the three types of bible translations and how you can make the decision to choose one that’s right for you.
 
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https://www.logos.com/grow/best-bible-translation/
https://www.olivetree.com/blog/a-guide-to-finding-the-right-bible-translation/
https://hosannarevival.blog/when-youre-choosing-your-bible-translation/
 
2Ti 3:16-17 ESV - All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.

13. Changing Our Perspective by Living a Life of Gratitude

Living a life of gratitude has the power to change our hearts. Praising God and expressing gratitude for the blessings we receive offers us healing in ways we might not realize. 
 
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Biblical Leprosy: Shedding Light on the Disease that Shuns by Dr. Alan L. Gillen https://answersingenesis.org/biology/disease/biblical-leprosy-shedding-light-on-the-disease-that-shuns/
 
Luk 17:11-19 ESV - On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered a village, he was met by ten lepers, who stood at a distance and lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." When he saw them he said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus' feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then Jesus answered, "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" And he said to him, "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
 
Psa 100:4-5 ESV - Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.
 
2Co 4:15-16 ESV - For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God. So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.
 
Phl 4:6-7 ESV - do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
 
1Th 5:16-18 ESV - Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

12. A Prayer for Moving Through a Spiritual Slump

Spiritual slumps are challenging places to be because oftentimes we don’t know the way out. Fortunately, we’re not alone and there is a simple prayer that we can lift up to God to help us find our way to the other side.
 
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11. The Story of the Loved & Made Worthy Podcast

I didn’t want to start a podcast. But through God’s gentle nudging, he helped me work through my fear and now I’m so glad I said yes to him. What is your next yes with God?
 
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[Jer 1:7-8 ESV] 7 But the LORD said to me, "Do not say, 'I am only a youth'; for to all to whom I send you, you shall go, and whatever I command you, you shall speak. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, declares the LORD."
 
[Jer 1:17 ESV] 17 But you, dress yourself for work; arise, and say to them everything that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them.
 

10. Feeling Anxious? Find Peace in these Characteristics of God

If you’re feeling anxious, you are not alone. Listen in as we dive deep into the characteristics of God in search of peace and truth to fight the enemy’s lies.
 
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[Mar 10:18 ESV] 18 And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone.
 
[Luk 18:19 ESV] 19 And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone.
 
[Psa 34:8 ESV] 8 Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!
 
[Psa 107:1 ESV] 1 Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!
 
[Jas 1:17 ESV] 17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.
 
[Rom 8:28 ESV] 28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
 
[Isa 41:10 ESV] 10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
 
[Jhn 16:33 ESV] 33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world."
 
[Mat 11:28 ESV] 28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
 
[Eph 1:7-12 ESV] 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, 8 which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight 9 making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ 10 as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. 11 In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, 12 so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory.

09. Grow Deeper in Faith and Closer to Jesus With Spiritual Disciplines - Part 2

Grow deeper in faith and closer to Jesus with spiritual disciplines. Listen in as we discuss the spiritual disciplines Jesus made a habit of keeping–setting the example for us to follow–over this two episode series.
 
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See Luke 2:41-52 for the story of the boy Jesus at the temple
 
[2Ti 3:16-17 ESV] 16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
 
[Heb 4:12 ESV] 12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
 
[Psa 119:105 ESV] 105 [Nun] Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
 
[Rom 15:4 ESV] 4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.
 
[Eph 6:17 ESV] 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
 
[Mar 10:45 ESV] 45 For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
 
[Luk 5:16 ESV] 16 But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray.