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CGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 21, Queen Esther Series – “The War, The Victory, The Man” Subtitle: "The Wealth of the Wicked"Send us a textQueen Esther Series, Episode 21, “The War, The Victory, The Man” Subtitle: "The Wealth of the Wicked"Hello and thank you for joining us for the conclusion of our series on Queen Esther. We end this series the way we began, expounding on God’s favor and grace to Esther and Mordecai and to us. The title of today’s episode, is, “The War, The Victory, and The Man." We will see God’s display of grace and favor as he blesses Esther and Mordecai with the wealth of the wicked, v...
2025-11-3023 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 20, Queen Esther Series –"A Defeated Tyrant" 2025 Podcast "Stay in His Presence"Send us a textIn today's episode, we will learn how a tyrant and tyranny were ultimately defeated. We will consider how fear plays into success or failure. Then we will ask what price must sometimes be paid to defeat evil. Finally, what special tools does God give us to prevail over tyranny? Last week, we left you with a challenge: Did you think about how to change your tomorrow? If so, thank you for taking the challenge. We also ended the episode with Haman being taken away to the second banquet Q...
2025-11-1416 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 18, Queen Esther Series – "One Thing" 2025 "Stay in His Presence"Send us a textWe are celebrating five years of podcasting in 2025 by revisiting our archives and rebroadcasting select episodes since June 20, 2020. This is Stephanie Wright. Thank you for joining us for Episode 18, “One Thing” from the Queen Esther series. Let's get started.One thing, one thing. Today, we are asking a very important question. What is that one thing that is holding you back from your blessings? Haman, who had blessings beyond what he deserved could not see the blessings because he was so consumed with hatred for Mordecai. Today, we look at the one...
2025-10-1827 min
Written SpokenBiblical Roads: The Narrow WayAs we continue our focus on roads in the Bible, today Esther explores one of Jesus’ most challenging teachings—one that calls us to examine the path we are walking and the choices we are making every day.Scripture References:Matthew 7:13–14(NIV). Psalm 119:105 (AMPC). Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 (NIV). John 14:6 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NIV). Mentioned ResourcesBibleProject Scholarship Team, “What is the Narrow Gate in the Bible? (Matt. 7:13-14 Meaning).”As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.comReflection Questions1. What does “walking the narrow way” look like in your life right now?2...
2025-09-2819 minWritten SpokenThanksgiving in Every Season: A Hymn of GratitudeIn this final episode of her birthday month celebration, Esther reflects on the timeless hymn, “Now Thank We All Our God.” Join her as she: - Shares the historical context of the hymn- Reflects on each verse through the lens of Scripture- Invites listeners to notice God’s daily gifts- Leads a moment of prayer and thanksgivingWhether you’re in a season of joy or challenge, this episode will encourage you to lift your heart, hands, and voice in wholehearted praise to the Giver of every go...
2025-08-3119 minWritten SpokenWholehearted Praise: A Birthday Month Reflection on Psalm 138In this episode, Esther reflects on the spiritual discipline of giving God wholehearted thanks and praise. Drawing primarily from Psalm 138, she explores how gratitude rooted in God’s unchanging character can transform our praise—even in difficult seasons. Esther shares emotional insights, biblical encouragement, and practical ways to speak truth to our souls when our feelings threaten to cloud our thanksgiving and praise to God.Scriptures Referenced: Psalm 138 (ESV). Psalm 103:1–19 (NKJV). 1 Thessalonians 5:23 (BRG).Key Takeaways:Wholehearted thanks is a choice rooted in commitment, not emotion. Emotions are valid but not authoritative—God’s character is.Our bel...
2025-08-1714 minWritten SpokenPraise Him Consistently: Our God From Whom All Blessings FlowAugust is a month of celebration, reflection, and thanksgiving as Esther honors her birthday all month long. In this special re-release of an episode first shared on October 20, 2024, we turn our hearts toward the Ultimate Giver—God, the Source of every good and perfect gift. Inspired by James 1:17 and the timeless Doxology hymn, this episode invites listeners into a sacred space of praise and gratitude.Scripture Verses: Genesis 1:1 (NKJV). Revelation 22:21 (NKJV). John 1:1–3 (NKJV). 1 Chronicles 29:14 (AMP). Hebrews 11:3 (NKJV). Psalm 33:6 (NKJV; TLB). Jeremiah 32:17 (NKJV). Revelation 4:11 (NKJV). James 1:17 (AMP). Psalm 147:4 (AMP]). Ephesians 1:3-8 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 9:8 (AMP). Psalm 103:1-5 (AMP...
2025-08-0320 minWritten SpokenHope for the Second Half of the Year: You're Not AloneIn this midyear reflection, Esther explores the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand and what it teaches us about trusting God when our resources feel small and the future feels uncertain. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, underprepared, or just unsure of what’s next, this episode is a reminder that God already knows what He will do—and He invites us to trust Him with what we have.Scripture ReferencesJohn 6:4–9. Jeremiah 32:17. Isaiah 41:10. 2 Corinthians 12:9. 1 Kings 17:7–16. 2 Kings 4:1–7. Isaiah 41:10. Romans 8:31. Deuteronomy 1:30. Psalm 18:34. 2 Corinthians 10:4. Psalm 71:5. 2 Corinthians 12:9. Isaiah 61:3. Matthew 4:4.Mentioned Resources Nicole Sands, “What are the implicat...
2025-07-0619 minWritten SpokenSummer 2025 Edition: God is HereIn this first episode of the Summer 2025 Edition of the podcast, Esther reminds us of a comforting, stabilizing truth we can rely on in all seasons of life, “God is always with us.” Resources References in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses (Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture references are from the New King James Version [NKJV): 1 Samuel 7:12. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. Job 42:2. Psalm 115:3. Deuteronomy 32:4. Psalm 33:5. 1 Peter 1:16. Genesis 16:13. Isaiah 55:8-9. Psalm 139:1-12 (HCSB). Psalm 22:28; 47:8. Genesis 1:1-3. Malachi 3:6. Hebrews 13:8. James 1:17. Joshua 1:9 (AMP). Isaiah 41:10 (AMP).Other Resources:As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
2025-06-2215 minWritten SpokenResurrection Encounters: Simon PeterIn this episode Esther focuses on Jesus’ encounter, after His resurrection, with Simon Peter who had vehemently denied knowing Jesus three times in one night.Resources in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses: Joel 2. Luke 24:49 (AMP). Acts 2:1-4 (NIV). Matthew 4:18-20 (NKJV). Matthew 16:16-18 (NKJV). 8-20). Luke 22:55-62 (NKJV). Matthew 26:33-35 (NKJV). John 21: 1-19 (NKJV). Other Resources: As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.comThe background music is comprised of the tracks "Destined" and "Backto'03 Gospel Worship from Eman's Tracks emanstracks.wixsite.com
2025-06-0818 minWritten SpokenResurrection Encounters: In Hiding Behind Locked DoorsIn this episode Esther focuses on Jesus’ encounter after His resurrection with several of His disciples who were in hiding behind locked doors. Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses:1 Corinthians 15:5-8 (NIV). Luke 24: 32-53 (NKJV). John 21 (NKJV).Other Resources:As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.comJoshua Bremerman, “Reading Without Seeing: How Not to Study the Bible” The background music is comprised of the tracks "Destined" and "Backto'03 Gospel Worship from Eman's Tracks emanstracks.wixsite.com
2025-05-2519 minWritten SpokenResurrection Encounters: Road to EmmausIn this episode Esther focuses on Jesus’ encounter after His resurrection with two of His disciples, as they travelled home to Emmaus from Jerusalem.Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses (Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture references are from the New King James Version [NKJV]): 1 Corinthians 15:5-8 (NIV). Luke 24: 13-21, 25-27. John 2:19-21. 2 Timothy 3:16 (HCSB). 1 Corinthians 13:9. Luke 24:28-31.Other Resources:As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.comSteven Baker, What Do We Know about Cleopas, the Man Who Saw Jesus on the Road to Emmaus?“Where Do I Meet You...
2025-05-1119 min
To Your Health299. Creating Healthy Habits with ADHD with Nikki Kinzer & Pete WrightNikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, authors of Unapologetically ADHD and hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, join me to talk about what it means to be neurodivergent—and how that can affect your ability to plan, prioritize, and follow through.We dive into the unique challenges and strengths of neurodivergent brains, especially when it comes to health goals like meal planning, habit-building, and staying consistent with routines.Nikki and Pete share practical strategies that honor how your brain works, helping you create systems that feel supportive instead of overwhelming.Whether you’ve been...
2025-04-281h 07Written SpokenResurrection Encounters: Mary MagdaleneIn Episode 9 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther focuses on Jesus’ first encounter with one of His disciples after His resurrection. Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses (Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture references are from the New International Version [NIV]): John 20:16. 1 Corinthians 15:5-8. Exodus. 1:15. Exodus. 1:21. Deuteronomy 34:7. Exodus 2:12-15. Luke 8:1-3, Mark 16:9. Matthew. 14:26-27. John 20:1-18 (ESV).Other Resources:As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.comLevi Lusko’s devotional, “Easter People: A 4-Day Easter Devotional.” The background music is comprised of the tracks "Destined" and "Backto'03...
2025-04-2715 minWritten SpokenHoly WeekIn Episode 8 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther focuses on Holy Week and the unfathomable lengths God went to, to redeem us. Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses (Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture references are from the New King James Version [NKJV]):Luke 19:28-42. Isaiah 53:1-12 (VOICE; New Testament verses that reference verses from this Scripture passage: Romans 10:16; John 12:38; Matthew 8:17; Acts 8:33; Romans 10:16; John 12:38). Matthew 1:17. Galatians 4:4-5 (NLT). Luke 2:41-47. Matthew 3:13-17. Matthew 4:1-11. Matthew. 4:18-22. Matthew 14:22-33. Matthew 5:1-12. Matthew 8:5-15. Matthew 8:28-34. Luke 8:41-56. Luke 8:43-48. John 4. John 11:1-44. John 13:1-17. Matt...
2025-04-1322 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: GraceIn Episode 7 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s grace and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses (Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture references are from the New International Version [NIV]): Romans 3:24; Romans 5:15; Romans 11:5-6. John 1:14, 17. Revelation 13:8. Genesis 6:5-6, 8 (NKJV). Exodus 33:17 (NKJV). Proverbs 3:34 (AMP). Ephesians 2:6-9. 2 Timothy 1:9-10. Romans 5:1-2. Titus 2:11-14. Genesis 3. 2 Kings 20:1-11 (NKJV). Acts 9:1-19; Acts 22:6-16; Acts 26:12-18. Ruth 2; 2 Samuel 9 (NKJV). Titus 2:11-12 (ESV). 1 Corinthians 1:10. Romans 5:2. 2 Corinthians 2:12. 1 Peter 1:7. 2. Timothy 2:9. Hebrews 13:9. Colossians 4:6. 1 Peter 1:10. 2 Corinthians 2:9. 2 Corinthians 2:8. Acts 11:23. Acts 20:24. John...
2025-03-3027 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: MercyIn Episode 6 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s mercy and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.Resources References in Today’s Episode:Scripture VersesLamentations 3:22-23 (ESV). Psalm 103:8-18 (NKJV). Psalms 107:7 (NKJV). Ephesians 2:4-5 (AMP). Titus 3:5-6 (AMP). 1 Peter 1:3-5 (NKJV). Genesis 3:20-24 (NLT). Genesis 4:8-15 (NKJV). Book of Exodus (All translations). Genesis 19:1-22 (NKJV). Genesis 16; Genesis 21:8-21 (NRSV). 1 Kings 21:25-29 (NKJV). 2 Kings 20:1-6 (NIV). John 8:3-11 (ESV). Mark 10:46-52 (NIV). Luke 17:11-19 (NKJV). Romans 15:4 (NKJV). Psalm 103:10-12 (NKJV). Micah 6:8 (NKJV). Luke 6:35-36 (NIV...
2025-03-1626 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: Love In Episode 5 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s love and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.Resources References in Today’s Episode:Scripture Verses: Exodus 33:18 (NKJV). Exodus 33:19-20 (ESV). Exodus 34:5-6 (ESV). Isaiah 54:10 (ESV). Jeremiah 31:3 (ESV). Lamentations 3:21-23 (ESV). Psalm 52:1, 8 (ESV). Psalm 146 (ESV). Psalm 145:8 (ESV). 1 John 4:8 (ESV). 1 John 4:16 (ESV). John 1:14 (NKJV). 1 John 4:10 (VOICE). John 3:16-17 (ESV). Romans 5:6-8 (ESV). Ephesians 2:1-5 (ESV). Jeremiah 31:3 (NIV). Psalm 119:88 (NIV). Psalm 119:76 (NIV). Psalm 51:1 (NIV). Psalm 119:149 (NIV). 1 John 4:19 (ESV). 1 John 4:7 (ESV). (Mark 22:35-40 NKJV). 1 John 4:20 (ESV).Other...
2025-03-0225 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: JusticeIn Episode 4 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s justice and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.Resources References in Today’s Episode:Scripture VersesDeuteronomy 32:3-4 (NKJV). Psalm 19:9 (NKJV). Psalm 92:12-15 (NKJV). Psalm 97:2 (AMP). Revelation 16:5-7 (AMP). Psalm 89:14 (BRG). Psalm 97:2 (BRG). Deuteronomy 6:4 (KJ21). 2 Peter 3:9 (NIV). Jeremiah 17:9 (NIV). Romans 6:23 (NIV). 2 Peter 2 (NIV). Matthew 10:28 (NIV). Romans 3:9-20 (NIV). Hebrews 9:22 (ESV). Romans 3:23-26 (ESV). 2 Corinthians 5:21 (AMP).Other ResourcesAiden Wilson Tozer, The Attributes of God (Volume I): A Journey into the Father’s Heart...
2025-02-1623 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: HolyIn Episode 3 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s holiness and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses
Exodus 15:9 (BSB). Exodus 15:11 (BSB). Leviticus 19:2 (AMP). 1 Samuel 2:2 (AMP). Psalm 29:2 (AMP). Psalm 71:22 (AMP). Psalm 77:13 (AMP). Psalm 99:1-3, 5 (AMP). Isaiah 6:1-4 (NKJV). Hebrews 12:10 (AMP). John 13:23; 19:26; 21:7, 20, and 24 (NKJV). 1 John 1:5 (AMP). Revelation 4:8 (AMP).
Other Resources
Jack Wellman, “What Does The Word Holy Mean? Bible Definition of Holy”
Jack Wellman, “What Is The Biblical Definition Of Holy?”
Topical Bi...
2025-02-0225 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: ImmutabilityIn Episode 2 of season 15 of the podcast, Esther reflects on God’s immutability and on some of the implications this attribute of God has for us.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
Malachi 3:6 (NLT). Psalm 102:25-27 (AMP). Psalm 55:19 (NIV). James 1:17 (AMP). Hebrews 13:8 (AMP). Numbers 23:19 (BSB).
Other Resources:
Aiden Wilson Tozer, The Attributes of God (Volume I): A Journey into the Father’s Heart.
Clayton Taylor, “What is the immutability of God?”
Nicole Sands, “What are the implications of God being infinite, unlimited, and unmeasurable?”...
2025-01-1918 minWritten SpokenThe Attributes of God: InfinitudeIn Episode 1 of this new season of the podcast, Esther introduces the theme of the season, the attributes of God. She also highlights a benefit of grounding ourselves in the knowledge of who God is at the beginning of the year, shares some of the ways God reveals Himself to us, and reflects on one of God’s attributes.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Genesis 1:1 (AMP). Revelation 22:21 (AMP). Daniel 11:32 (KJ21). Romans 1:19-20 (ESV). Psalm 19:1 (NKJV). Psalm 50:6 (AMP). Ecclesiastes 3:1 (AMP). Romans 2:14-15 (NLT). Luke 24:27, 44–45 (ESV); John 5:39 (ESV). Genesis 22:1-14 (ESV). Genesis 16:1-14 (ESV). Judges 6...
2025-01-0524 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 4: LoveIn Episode 4 of the Holiday Edition of the podcast, Esther focuses on love, the theme of the 4th week of the Advent Season. She reminds us that God is Love.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Psalm 43:4 (NIV). Galatians 5:22-23 (AMP). Psalm 16:11 (AMP). Psalm 21:6 (ESV). Acts 5:41 (NKJV). Philippians 3:1 (NKJV). Romans 15:13 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 6:10 (ESV). Matthew 1:23 (AMP). John 1:14 (NKJV). John 15:11 {NKJV).
Other Resources:
Full lyrics of “What Wondrous Love Is This.” Author unknown.
Frederick M. Lehman’s hymn, “The Love of God.”
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Repl...
2024-12-2212 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 3: JoyIn Episode 3 of the Holiday Edition of the Written Spoken Podcast, Esther focuses on “Joy,” the theme of the third week of the Advent Season. Biblical joy is distinguished from the secular definition of joy.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Psalm 43:4 (NIV). Galatians 5:22-23 (AMP). Psalm 16:11 (AMP). Psalm 5:11-12 (AMP). Psalm 21:6 (ESV). Acts 5:41(NKJV). Philippians 3:1(NKJV). Romans 15:13 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 6:10 (ESV). Matthew 1:23 (AMP). (John 1:14 NKJV). (John 15:11 NKJV).
Other Resources:
The Bible Project’s word study “Joy.”
As One Being Taught Blog as one being taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish.
Esther...
2024-12-1514 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 2: PeaceIn a time that seems characterized by unrest in the world around us and often within us, in this second episode of the 2024 Holiday Edition of the podcast, Esther focuses on "Peace," the theme of the second week of Advent. She also reminds us that God’s peace is available to us in all circumstances.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV). Philippians 4:6-7 (AMP). Ephesians 3:20 (AMP). Judges 6:1-6 (NLT). Judges 6:23 (AMP). Judges 6:24 (NKJV). Isaiah 26:3 (ICB; AMP). Philippians 4:6-7 (AMP; MSG). John 14:27 (AMP).
Other Resources:
Ann Voska...
2024-12-0815 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 1: HopeToday is the first day of the Advent Season and in this first episode of the 2024 Holiday Edition of the Written Spoken Podcast, Esther focuses on Hope, the theme of the first week of Advent.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
Genesis 3:15 (NKJV). Romans 15:13 (NLT). 2 Thessalonians
2:16-17 (ESV). Psalm 71:5 (NKJV). Romans 15:13 (TPT; NLT). Psalm 68:19 (NKJV). Psalm 71:5 (NKJV). Hebrews 6:19-20 (NKJV). Isaiah 40:30-31 (NIV). 1 Thessalonians 1:3 (NIV). Psalm 62:5 (HCSB). Numbers 23:19 (NKJV). Jeremiah 31:3 (NKJV). Hebrews 13:5 (ESV). Jeremiah 29:11 (AMP). Deuteronomy
31:6, 8 (NKJV). Psalm 78:7 (NKJV).
Other Resources:
Meg Butcher’s article, “7 Beautiful Advent Hymns of H...
2024-12-0115 minWritten SpokenGod's Invitations: To Those Who ThirstIn this second episode of the new season, Esther focuses on several of God’s invitations to those who are thirsty to come to Him for water.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses
Isaiah 55:1 (NKJV). John 7:37-38 (NKJV). Genesis 1:1-2, 6-10 (ESV). Exodus 14 (ESV). Exodus 17:1-7 (ESV). Numbers 20:1-13 (ESV). John 4:10 (NKJV). Psalm 63:1 (VOICE). Psalm 143:6 (GW). Psalm 42:1-2a (LSB). Psalm 107:9 (ICB). Jeremiah 2:13 (ESV).
Other Resources
James McIntosh’s article, “15 benefits of drinking water,” published on the Medical News Today website.
Rebecca Valdez’s article, “Thirst,” publish...
2024-11-1719 minWritten SpokenGod's Invitations: Come to METhe focus of Season 14 of the Written Spoken podcast is God’s invitations recorded in His written Word, the Bible. In this first episode of the new season, Esther focuses on the invitation recorded in Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV).
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Hebrews 1:1-2 (BSB). Psalm 90:1 (AMP). Genesis 2:25 (AMP). Genesis 2:16-17 (NIV). Genesis 3:8-9 (NIV). Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV; MSG). John 14:6 (AMP). Acts 4:12 (AMP).
Other Resources:
“Just As I Am.” Written by Charlotte Elliott. Published in 1835. Copyright Status: Public Domain.
“Jesus, I Come.” Written by William T. Sleeper. P...
2024-11-0318 minWritten SpokenPraise Him Consistently: Our God From Whom All Blessings FlowDeveloping and maintaining the practice of consistent praise to God has been the focus of Season 13 and Esther identified accurate and increasing knowledge of God as the foundation of this practice. In this final episode, Esther continues the focus on who God is and, using a hymn and Scripture verses, points to God as the Source of all blessings.
Resources References in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Genesis 1:1 (NKJV). Revelation 22:21 (NKJV). John 1:1–3 (NKJV). 1 Chronicles 29:14 (AMP). Hebrews 11:3 (NKJV). Psalm 33:6 (NKJV; TLB). Jeremiah 32:17 (NKJV). Revelation 4:11 (NKJV). James 1:17 (AMP). Psalm 147:4 (AMP]). Ephesians 1:3-8 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 9:8 (AMP). Psalm 103:1-5 (AMP...
2024-10-2017 minWritten SpokenPraise Him Consistently: Our Almighty Creator who is Our Salvation and More
In Episode 6, Esther again uses a hymn and Scripture verses to remind us of several attributes of our God. As in Episode 5, the purpose of the reminder is rooted in the truth that, to praise God consistenly for who He is, we must remind ourselves of truths we already know about His character and strive to deepen our knowledge of Him. In today’s episode we will focus on God’s attribute as the Almighty and several other attributes.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
God is the Almighty: Revelation 1:8 (NIV). 2 Corinthi...
2024-10-0623 minWritten SpokenPraise Him Consistently: Our Redeemer who Loves Us and Reigns ForeverIn Episode 5, Esther uses a hymn and Scripture verses to remind us of several attributes of our God: His redemptive power, His love, and His sovereignty. The purpose of the reminder is rooted in this truth - to praise consistently for who He is, we must remind ourselves of truths we already know about His character and strive to deepen our knowledge of Him.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
God our Redeemer (all verses are from the NASB unless otherwise stated): Job 19:25. Psalm 19:14. Psalm 34:22. Psalm 69:18. Psalm 78:35. Psalm 106:10. Psalm 107:2. Isaiah 43:1. Isaiah 47:4. Isaia...
2024-09-2227 minWritten SpokenPractical Steps to Develop and Maintain the Practice of Consistent Praise to God (Part II): Be IntentionalIn Episode 4 of Season 13, Esther continues to reflect on practical steps to develop and maintain the practice of consistent praise to God. She does a deeper dive into the concept of being intentional about praising God and provides additional strategies to aid in implementing and maintaining this practice.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Psalm 103:1 (NIV). Habbakuk 3:17-18 (NKJV). Habbakuk 3:18 (AMP). Exodus 16:1-8 (ERV). 1 Peter 5:7 (NKJV). Philippians 2:14 (NKJV). Philippians 2:13 (NLT). Psalms 100:4 (GNT). 1 Chronicles 16:34. 1 Thessalonians 5:18. Psalm 150 (NKJV). Psalm 55:16-17 (NKJV). Ephesians 2:6 (NKJV). Psalm 37:23 (NKJV). Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV).
Amanda Williams' article: “What Does The Bible...
2024-09-0820 minWritten SpokenPractical Steps to Develop and Maintain the Practice of Consistent Praise to God (Part I)In the 3rd Episode of Season 13, Esther focuses on two steps that can help us to develop and maintain the practice of praising God consistently: 1) making the decision to praise God at all times; and 2) catching ourselves complaining and repurposing our complaints.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses:
Psalm 3:1-3 (NKJV). Psalm 103:1 (NIV). Habbakuk 3:17-18 (NKJV). Habbakuk 3:18 (AMP). Exodus 16:1-8 (ERV). 1 Peter 5:7 (NKJV). Philippians 2:14 (NKJV). Philippians 2:13 (NLT).
Lori Stanley Roeleveld’s article, “What Does the Bible Say about Complaining?”
Blog post from holysojourners.com, “Turn Complaining into Gratitude...
2024-08-2520 minWritten SpokenThe Purpose of Our Praise to GodIn the second episode of Season 13, Esther invites us to reflect on the purpose of our praise to God, on what praising God at all times accomplishes.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Scripture Verses: Psalm 50:23 (NKJV). Psalm 8:2 (NIV). Psalm. 33:1 (AMP). Psalm 147:1 (AMP). Psalm 67:5-7 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 10:4 (AMP). Ephesians 6:11-18 (NKJV). 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 (NKJV). Acts 16:16-40 (NKJV). Isaiah 61:1-3 (NKJV). Psalm 150:6 (AMP). Hebrews 13:15 (AMP). Psalm 67:5-7 (NKJV). Psalm 139:14 (NKJV). Psalm 145:1-6, 10-13, 21 (AMP)
John Piper’s article, “Glorifying God … Period.”
As One Being Taught Blog https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
The...
2024-08-1124 minWritten SpokenThe Practice of Consistent Praise to God: Why Praise God at All Times?In Episode 1 of Season 13, Esther introduces the focus of the new season, “Developing the Practice of Consistent Praise to God,” and reflects on the question, “Why praise God at all times?”
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode
Scripture Verses:
Examples of the psalmist David’s experiences: Psalm 34:1 (NKJV). 1 Samuel 16:1-11; 17:26-29; 18:5-7. 1 Chronicles 15. 2 Samuel 11:1-17; 12:1-13. Psalm 51. 2 Samuel 15 to 19. Acts 13:22. Psalm 7:17.
Jesus and the Samaritan Woman: John 4:18-24 (NKJV).
Paul’s statement to the men of Athens: Acts 17:22-23 (NKJV).
Character of God: Deuteronomy 7:9; 32:4. Psalm 11:7; 86...
2024-07-2822 minWritten SpokenSinging to God: The Last Recorded SongIn the final episode of Season 12, Esther focuses on the last recorded song in the Bible. This song is known as “The Song of Moses and of the Lamb.”
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Article:
Audrey Alessio - “Do You Hear God in Good Music? Listening for the Immortal Song | Desiring God”
Scripture Verses: Revelation 15:1-4 (NIV). Malachi 3:6 (NIV). Hebrews 13:8 (NIV). Deuteronomy 32:4 (NIV). Psalm 104:24 (AMP). Psalm 111:2-3 (NIV). Isaiah 6:1-3 (AMP). Jeremiah 10:7 (NIV). Psalm 86:9 (NIV). Psalm 98:2 (NIV). Exodus 15:1-18 (NIV). Deuteronomy 26:8 (NIV).
The blogs from which some of the p...
2024-07-1415 minWritten SpokenSinging to God in the Wastelands: Why and HowIn today’s episode, Esther focuses on singing to God during difficult seasons of life, referred to as “wastelands.” She also shares reasons to sing and what enables us to sing in wastelands.
Resources Referenced in Today’s Episode:
Articles: Bob Kauflin - “Words of Wonder: What Happens When We Sing?” Scott Hubbard - “Raise Your Song in the Night.”
Scripture Verses: Psalm 96:5 (AMP). Psalm 47:6 (AMP). Psalm 100:2 (NKJV). Ephesians 5:19 (NKJV). Colossians 3:16 (NKJV). Psalm 59:16-17 (AMP). Psalm 89:1 & 8 (BSB). Psalm 101:1 (NKJV). Psalm 50:15 (AMP). Hebrews 4:16 (NKJV). Philippians 2:13 (NIV). Isaiah 40:29-31 (NKJV). Isaiah 35:1 (NLT). Psalm 34:1 (KJV). Isaiah 43:2 (NLT...
2024-06-3022 minWritten SpokenSing to God: LamentIn Episode 5 of Season 12, Esther continues to focus on the practice of singing to God. She directs our attention to what author Mark Vrogep describes as "one of the most theologically informed practices of the Christian life," lament.
Resources referenced in the episode:
Lori Stanley Roeleveld’s article, “What Does it Mean to Lament? Bible Meaning Explained”
Mark Vrogep’s article, “The 4 Basics of Lament”
Ian Hamilton’s article, “3 Things You Should Know about Psalms”
Josh Lee’s article, “Why Lament Is Important in Worship.”
Jessica Brodie’s article, “5 Psalms of La...
2024-06-1621 minWritten SpokenSinging to God: The Practice of Quieting Our SoulsIn Episode 4, Esther continues Season 12's focus on the practice of singing to God. She highlights another of the Songs of Ascent in the Bible, Psalm 131, and considers what it means to engage in the practice of quieting our souls as we journey through life.
Resources referenced in the episode:
Max Lucado, Daily Devotional, February 27, 2020 “Why God Hates Pride”
“Quieting the Soul” blog post.
Scripture verses: Psalm 131 (NKJV). Psalm 31:23 (LEB). 1 Peter 5:5 (AMP). Psalm 42:5 & 11 (NKJV). Psalm 132:2 (VOICE). Philippians 4:6-7 (VOICE). Isaiah 26:3 (AMP). Proverbs 3:5-6 (VOICE). 1 Samuel 30:6 (VOICE).
2024-06-0220 minWritten SpokenSing to God: Songs of AscentIn Episode 3, Esther continues Season 12's focus on the practice of singing to God. She highlights the Songs of Ascent in the Bible (Psalms 120-134), reflects on Psalm 121, one of the Songs of Ascent, and shares instructions from the psalm that can help us navigate stages of our journey through life.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
“What Are the Songs of Ascent in the Bible?” by Madeline Kalu.
“My Help” by Jackie Gouche
Scripture verses in the order referenced:
Psalms 120-134 (NKJV). Psalm 121 (AMP). Psalm 33:6, 8-9 (TLB). Hebr...
2024-05-1919 minWritten SpokenSing to God: First SongIn Episode 2, Esther continues Season 12’s focus on the practice of singing to God. She reflects on the first recorded song in the Bible and highlights several of its themes for personal application.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
“Favorite Song of All” - Lyrics
“Favorite Song of All” - Video
Scriptures verses in the order referenced:
Job 38:4-7 (NKJV). Job 2:11 (NIV). Exodus. 14:26-30 (NKJV). Exodus 15:1-18 (NKJV). Romans 15:4 (AMP). Genesis 15:18 (NKJV).
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken - A space to reflect...
2024-05-0516 minWritten SpokenSing to God: Who? Why? What? How? When?Our focus in Season 12 is the practice of singing to God. In Episode 1 Esther reflects on five questions related to the practice of singing to God: “Who is to sing to God?” “Why sing to God?” “What do we sing to God?” “How do we sing to God?” and, “When do we sing to God?”
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Bob Kauflin’s resources: “Words of Wonder: What Happens When We Sing?” and “What Should We Sing? How to Identify a Good Worship Song.”
John Piper’s resource: “Singing and Making Melody to the Lord.”
Scott Hubbard’s...
2024-04-2127 minWritten SpokenLiving Out the Truth of the Resurrection of Christ JesusIn Episode 7, the final episode of Season 11, Esther reflects on the Resurrection of Christ Jesus and what it means to live out the truth of the Resurrection in our daily lives.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Matt Perman’s article, “6 Things Christ Accomplished by His Death.”
John Piper’s article, “Six Gifts of the Resurrection.”
The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother of the Resurrection Lawrence.
Scriptures verses in the order shared. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, New King James Versio...
2024-04-0724 minWritten SpokenHoly Week: Every StepIn Episode 6 of Season 11, Esther focuses on Holy Week and reminds us that, from the moment of His birth, every step Jesus took was in the direction of Golgotha and the Cross, to willingly pay the incomprehensible cost to redeem us.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
“If That Isn’t Love,” written by Dottie Rambo.
Scriptures verses in the order shared: (Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, New King James Version). Luke 19: 8-42. Zechariah 9:9-10. Matthew 1 (NIV). Galatians 4:4-5 (AMP). Luke 2:41-47. Matthew 3:13-17. Matthew 4:1-11, 12-17, 18-22. John 2...
2024-03-2421 minWritten SpokenGazing at the Lamb of GodIn Episode 5 of Season 11, Esther returns to the invitation issued by John the Baptizer in John 1:29, and reflects on what it means to gaze at the Lamb of God, and on what we will see as we do so.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Scriptures verses in the order shared. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, New King James Version: John 1:29. Hebrews 12:1-3 (AMP). John 1:1-4. Colossians 1:15-18. Matthew 16:13-18. Hebrews 10:5-7. Galatians 4:4-5. John 1:14. Hebrews 2:17-18 (AMP). Philippians 2:5-8 (HCSB). 1 Corinthians 8:5-6. Philippians 2:5-11. Romans 14:9. Hebrews 1:1-12.
The Project G...
2024-03-1021 minWritten SpokenBehold the Lamb of GodIn Episode 4, Esther focuses on the invitation issued by John the Baptizer, in John 1:29, “Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!”
Scriptures verses shared in Episode 4 (Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture verses are from the NKJV): John 1:29. John 1:6-7, 28-29. Luke 1:41, 44. John 1:14. John 5:39. Luke 24:27. Exodus 25:9, 31. Hebrews 12:2-3. Exodus. 25:31. John 1:4, 9; 8:12; 9:5. Isaiah 11:2. Hebrews 1:9. Revelation 1:4. Genesis 3:15. John 1:1-14. Luke 24:7. John 5:39.
Link to Glen Scrivener’s article, “Where Is Jesus in the Old Testament? | Desiring God.”
Link to the song, “He Is.”
Link to the lyrics of Helen Lemmel’s hymn, “Turn Your Eyes Upo...
2024-02-2522 minWritten SpokenThe Greatest of LovesIn Episode 3 of Season 11, Esther invites us to let the fact that Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, and Valentine’s Day occur on the same day this year, prompt prayerful reflection on the greatest of loves.
Link to the history and lyrics of James Weldon Johnson’s iconic hymn, "Lift Every Voice and Sing"
Link to Jack Zavada’s article, "4 Types of Love in the Bible"
Link to the late Dr. Billy Graham’s newspaper article, "Billy Graham: Bible is God's 'love letter'"
Link to Mary Fairchild’s article, "Learn What Lent Mean...
2024-02-1121 minWritten SpokenAre We Breathing? God is Still WorkingIn this second episode of 2024, Esther ties the ordinary yet life-giving and essential act of breathing to God’s work in us, His children.
Scripture verses shared in the episode: Genesis 2:7 (AMP, ESV). Acts 17:28 (ERV). Psalm 104:29. Psalm 150:6 (VOICE). Philippians 2:13 (ISV). Psalm 69:30-31 (AMP). Psalm 50:15 (AMP). Psalm 91:15 (AMP). Hebrews. 13:8 (AMP). Psalm 46:1-3, 7 (NKJV). Hebrews 10:23 (AMP). Romans 8:28 (AMP).
Link to Jennifer Tucker’s article, “What are Breath Prayers?”
Link to Brooke Obie’s article, “10 ‘Breath Prayers’ to Pray”.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's conten...
2024-01-2816 minWritten SpokenGod is Still Working on UsIn this first episode of 2024 and the new season of the podcast, Esther reminds us that God’s work in our lives is an ongoing process.
Scripture verses shared in the episode: Philippians 2:13 (HCSB). Isaiah 1:18 (NKJV). Isaiah 55:6-9 (NKJV). Jeremiah 18:1-6 (NKJV).
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken - A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit...
2024-01-1410 minWritten SpokenAs we face a brand-new year: His Word and a PrayerIn this bonus episode of the Holiday Edition of the podcast, Esther shares several verses of Scripture and a prayer.
Scripture verses from today’s episode: Psalm 90:12 (TPT). Matthew 10:29-31 (NIV). Psalm 139:1-10 (TPT). Joshua 1:9 (AMP). Isaiah 43:2 (AMP). Isaiah 41:10 (ESV). Isaiah 26:3-4 (AMP). Psalms 23: 1-6 (NKJV). Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV). Psalm 90:12 (TPT). Matthew 10:29-31 (NIV). Psalm 139:1-10 (TPT).
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken - A space to reflect, create, and s...
2023-12-3113 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 4: LoveIn Episode 4 of the Holiday Edition of the podcast, Esther focuses on love, the theme of the 4th week of the Advent Season and reminds us that God is Love.
Scripture verses from today’s episode: John 3:16 (AMP). Isaiah 9:6 (ESV). 1 Corinthians 13:13 (TLB). 1 John 4:8 (ESV). 1 John 1:10 (VOICE). John 3:17 (ESV). Ephesians 3:17-19 (TLB). Romans 8:35-39 (NLT).
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken - A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsg...
2023-12-2413 minWritten SpokenAdvent Week 3: JoyIn Episode 3 of the Holiday Edition of the podcast, Esther focuses on joy, the theme of the third week of the Advent Season. Biblical joy is distinguished from the secular definition of joy.
Scripture verses from today’s episode: Luke 1:38-45 (ESV). Psalm 16:11 (ESV). Psalm 21:6 (ESV). Matthew 1:23 (AMP). Galatians 5:22-23 (AMP). Acts 5:41. Philippians 3:1. Romans 15:13. 2 Corinthians 6:10. Matthew 1:23 (AMP).
Click here to access the Bible Project's word study of joy.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Enco...
2023-12-1714 minWritten SpokenAdvent: Week 2 - PeaceThere seems to be unrest, violence, wars or threats of war on almost every continent and there is often unrest within each of us. Esther reminds us in Episode 2 of the Holiday Edition of the podcast, that God’s peace is available to us in all circumstances.
Scripture verses from today’s episode: Psalm 29:10-11 (NKJV). Judges 6:1-10 (NLT). Judges 6: 11-19, 23-24 (AMP). Psalm 71:5 (AMP). Psalm 28:7 (NIV). Isaiah 26:3 (ICB). Philippians 4:6-7 (NKJV & MSG). Isaiah 9:6-7 (NKJV). John 14:27 (AMP).
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
2023-12-1015 minWritten SpokenAdvent: Week 1 - HopeIn this first episode of the Written Spoken Podcast's 2023 Holiday Edition, which is centered on the Advent Season, Esther focuses on Hope, the theme of week 1 of Advent.
Scripture verses from today's episode:
Romans 15:13 (NLT). 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 (ESV). Psalm 71:5 (NKJV). 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. Lamentations 3:24 (GNT). Psalm 62:5 (NKJV). Romans 15:13 (TPT). Genesis 3:15.
Click here for Dr. Mark D. Roberts' article, "What is Advent? An Introduction to Advent."
Click here for the video of the Bible Project's word study of hope.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of...
2023-12-0313 minWritten SpokenA Former Leper's Prayer of ThanksgivingIn episode 7 (the final episode) of Season 10, through the story of the Samaritan who Jesus healed of leprosy, Esther encourages us to consider the typical distance between when we receive a gift from God and when we give Him thanks.
Scripture verses in Episode 7: Luke 17:11-19 (NKJV)
Emmons, R. A., and Michael E. McCullough. "Counting blessings versus burdens: An experimental investigation of gratitude and subjective well-being in daily life." Journal of Personality and Social Psychology 84.2 (2003): 377-389.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's c...
2023-11-2612 minWritten SpokenA Prayer of ThanksgivingPsalm 92:1 states, "It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and sing praises to Your name, O Most High" (NKJV). In Episode 6 of Season 10, Esther focuses on a prayer of thanksgiving penned by the psalmist king David and invites us to engage in our own prayers of thanksgiving and praise as we listen.
Scripture verses in Episode 6. Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture verses are from the NKJV: Psalm 138 (ESV). Psalm 103:1. Proverbs 14:33. Psalm 37:4. Proverbs 4:23. 1 Corinthians 3:16. 1 Peter 2:9 (ESV). Psalm 20:6. Psalm 119:89. Numbers 23:19. Titus 1:2. Hebrews 6:18. James 1:17 (AMP). 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (KJV). Isaiah 57:15 (ESV).
Links to As One Being Taught and F...
2023-11-1222 minWritten SpokenPraying to the God who SeesIt is not possible to be human and not have had the experience in some moment or moments of feeling overlooked or not seen by others. In Episode 5 of Season 10, Esther reminds us that God is El Roi, the God who sees. He sees each of us.
Bible verses in today’s episode: Genesis 15:1-5. Genesis 16:1-14 (NIV). 2 Chronicles 16:9 (NKJV). Psalm 33:13-15, 18-19 (AMP). Proverbs 5:21 (NKJV). Proverbs 15:3 (NKJV). 1 Peter. 3:12 (NIV). 1 Samuel 16:7 (AMP). Hebrews 4:13 (VOICE). Psalm 31:7 (NLT). Psalm 139: 1-3, 7-16 (NKJV).
Click here for the link to the lyrics of “His Eye is on the Sparrow” by Civill...
2023-10-2920 min
Live LovedFor Such a Time As This - A Discussion on The War In Israel and Lessons from the Book of EstherAs the war in Israel continues to escalate, we find ourselves living in a pivotal time in history when the past and the present seem to be converging. This isn't the first time the enemy, working through corrupt leaders, has called for the destruction of the Jewish people. In the book of Esther, the Jews were on the brink of destruction until a woman, positioned for "such a time as this", made the courageous choice to use her influence to confront injustice and deliver a generation from genocide. As believers, we must also refuse to remain silent during this tim...
2023-10-2129 minWritten SpokenPraying to the Lord of HostsIn Episode 4 of Season 10, Esther reminds us that battles are a part of life, but children of God are never fighting alone. The Lord of Hosts, who has never lost a battle, fights for us and equips us to fight.
Scripture verses shared, unless otherwise noted, are from the NKJV: Deuteronomy 3:22; Deuteronomy 20:4 (HCSB); Psalm 46:7; Psalm 89:8-9; Psalm 91:11-12; Romans
8:31; Psalm 50:15; 2 Chronicles 20:1-30; Exodus 14:13; 1 Samuel 17:34-37, 45-47-51; Psalm 18:34; Psalm 9:10; Daniel 11:32b; 2 Kings 18 & 19; 2 Chronicles 14:9-11; 1 John 2:1; 1 John 3:6 (AMP); Ephesians 6:10-13.
Link to the article, “What Does it Mean That God Is ‘Lord of Hosts’?”
Links to...
2023-10-1525 minWritten SpokenPrayer for a Rooted LifeIn Episode 3 of Season 10, Esther focuses on the process of becoming deeply rooted in God and His love. She reviews several characteristics of God’s nature and His love, some of the benefits of being deeply rooted, several consequences of not being deeply rooted, and several strategies to help us become deeply rooted in God and His love.
Scripture verses shared in the episode:
Trees and plants as a metaphor for our spiritual growth and relationship with God - Jeremiah 17:7-8 (TLB)
Deeply rooted in the love of God – Ephesians 3:17-19 (TLB)
Go...
2023-10-0121 minWritten SpokenPraying to the God who ForgivesIn Episode 2 of Season 10, Esther continues her focus on prayer. She reflects on the truth that God is a God who forgives and highlights an obstacle to us receiving the forgiveness God offers us freely.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Scripture References (Unless otherwise noted, verses are from the New American Standard Bible):
Isaiah 43:25. Isaiah 55:7. Psalm 65:3. Psalm 86:5. Micah 7:18. 1 Jo...
2023-09-1718 minWritten SpokenPrayer: Know the God to Whom You PrayIn this 1st episode of Season 10, Esther introduces the theme of Season 10, prayer, and emphasizes the importance of knowing the God to whom we pray.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Scripture References: Unless otherwise noted, verses are from the NKJV.
Verses about God's immutability: Psalm 51; 2 Samuel 11; Malachi 3:6a; James 1:17 (AMP)
Verses about the love of God: John 3:16; 1 John 4:9-10; John 1:10-13; Ep...
2023-09-0317 minWritten SpokenA Prayer to the God of HopeIn this 9th and final episode of Season 9, Esther focuses on a prayer to the God of hope, found in Romans 15:13.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to Andrew Hess's blog post, 10 Powerful Prayers the Apostle Paul Prayed Over God’s People
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-08-2013 minWritten SpokenGiftsIn this 8th episode of Season 9, Esther encourages us to notice God’s gifts and shares some of those she has received from Him.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-08-0614 minWritten SpokenGod ProvidesIn this 7th episode of Season 9, Esther focuses on God’s provision, drawing from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and the story of Abraham and Sarah.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to the blog post "Question."
Link to the blog post "Provide."
Link to Esther's boo...
2023-07-2313 minWritten SpokenWeight Lifting Tips: Lift. Cast. Let Go.In this 6th episode of Season 9, Esther reviews several common weight lifting tips and focuses on their spiritual application.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to the blog post "Weight Lifting Tips: Lift. Cast. Let Go."
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-07-0910 minWritten SpokenDeserve
Whether we acknowledge this fact openly or in the hidden places of our hearts, most of us believe there are things we deserve. In this 5th episode of Season 9, Esther highlights a common human response to the concept of our rights and unearned privileges and invites us to consider God’s rights.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and s...
2023-06-2510 minWritten SpokenA Lifestyle of WorshipIs worship just singing and praising God at certain moments or appointed times? In this 4th episode of Season 9, the focus is on worship as a lifestyle.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com
Link to the blog post “Worship in Silence and Solitude” by Rachel Johnson.
2023-06-1114 minWritten SpokenMental Health Awareness Month: Christians, Let Us Talk About DepressionIn the third episode of season 9, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Esther focuses on one of the most common mental disorders in the USA, depression. Information is shared to encourage Christians experiencing mental illness and assist those who are not, in their interactions with those who are.
If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. In life-threatening situations, call 911.
Links to As One Being Taught and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of...
2023-05-2819 minWritten SpokenMother's Day: Celebrating Viola Agatha. Learning from Hannah.In the second episode of season 9, Esther celebrates her mother, Viola Agatha, and highlights lessons from the life of Hannah, a mother in the Bible.
Links to As One Being Taught (formerly WORD... breathed) and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com//
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com//
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-05-1417 minWritten SpokenThe Log that Makes Bitter Water SweetIn the first episode of Season 9, Esther uses the Biblical story of one of the children of Israel's wilderness experiences to highlight God's ability to transform what is bitter into a life-giving resource.
Links to As One Being Taught (formerly WORD... breathed) and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com/
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com/
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-04-3012 minWritten SpokenHope: A Recap of Season 8In this final episode of Season 8, Esther shares excerpts from each episode of the season and reflects on what children of God can hope for.
Links to As One Being Taught (formerly WORD... breathed) and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com/
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com/
The article, "Raise Your Song in the Night," by Scott Hubbard can be found at https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/rais...
2023-04-1629 minWritten SpokenHoly WeekIn Episode 7 of Season 8, Esther invites us to focus on Holy Week by reading an excerpt of a Biblical account of events that occurred on Palm Sunday and sharing a composite of two blog posts, "Every Step," and "Holy Week: God's Plan, Timing, and Love."
Links to As One Being Taught (formerly WORD... breathed) and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com/
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com/
Link to Esther's bo...
2023-04-0218 minWritten SpokenHope in God's WordIn this 6th episode of Season 8, Esther continues to focus on hope by reflecting on several reasons to hope in God's word.
Links to As One Being Taught (formerly WORD... breathed) and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
As One Being Taught – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com/
Fitly Spoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com/
Link to Esther's book Sliced Bread: Food for the Spirit
2023-03-1914 minWritten SpokenRemembering fosters HopeIn this 5th episode of Season 8, Esther continues to focus on hope and reflects on how remembering fosters hope in God. Several memory aids are shared.
The article, ”Everything you always wanted to know about human memory (but were afraid to ask) can be found at https://habr.com/en/company/spbifmo/blog/494988/
Links to WORD... breathed and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
WORD…breathed – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. https://asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com/
fitlyspoken I A space to reflect, create, and share https://eadamsgrace.wordpress.com/
2023-03-0519 minWritten SpokenSinging Songs of Hope at MidnightSinging songs to God when things are going well requires little of us. But what about singing songs of hope to God during the night seasons of life? In this 4th episode of season 8, Esther discusses the necessity of singing songs to God during night seasons and presents hope that is based on knowledge, trust and love as the required ingredient for doing so.
The article, "Raise Your Song in the Night," by Scott Hubbard can be found at https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/raise-your-song-in-the-night.
Links to WORD... breathed and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from w...
2023-02-1924 minWritten SpokenHopeIn this first episode of Season 8, Esther focuses on hope. Hope is defined, some of the reasons hope matters are provided, and the source of true hope is identified.
Links to resources referenced in today's episode:
Hope: Why it matters - Harvard Health
What Is Hope? | Desiring God
Links to WORD... breathed and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate:
WORD…breathed – Encourage. Challenge. Replenish. (wordpress.com)
fitlyspoken | A space to reflect, create, and share. (wordpress.com)
2023-01-0824 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: ImmanuelIn this final episode of Season 7, Esther directs our attention to God’s greatest gift - the Incarnation of God in the Person of Jesus, the Eternal Word who became flesh for us (John 1:14). We are reminded that "Immanuel", God with us, is not a wish or mere words, but the truth we can build our lives upon.
Links to resources referenced in today's episode:
What Is the Incarnation? | Desiring God
"O Holy Night" playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Fu7iYs0trkiGao6skgTYn?si=03c456027902405b
Links to WORD... breathed and Fitly Spo...
2022-12-2520 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: FaithIn episode 6 of Season 7, Esther invites us to reflect on God's gift of faith, not faith as in "religion", but that which is necessary to walk with God and please Him. We are also invited to ask ourselves and answer the question, "What am I doing with this gift of faith?"
Links to resources referenced in today's episode:
Awe: Why It Matters for Everything We Think, Say, and Do (Hardcover Book) - Paul David Tripp - PaulTripp.com – Paul Tripp Ministries, Inc.
God Has Allotted to Each a Measure of Faith - John Piper
L...
2022-12-1120 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: CreationIn this fifth episode of Season 7, Esther focuses on God's gift of creation and reflects on the process and purpose of creation. Spoiler alert - creation is not an end itself.
Links to resources referenced in today's episode:
How many stars are in the universe? - Durango Downtown
Awe: Why It Matters for Everything We Think, Say, and Do (Hardcover Book) - Paul David Tripp - PaulTripp.com – Paul Tripp Ministries, Inc.
What Creation Teaches Us about God - DTS Voice
The Marvel of Creation | Desiring God
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2022-11-2721 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: PrayerIn this fourth episode of Season 7, Esther reflects on the awesome truth that God desires an intimate relationship with us, and that prayer is one of the ways our relationship with Him is developed and maintained. She also shares a personal story about the person whose prayers have an ongoing impact in her life.
Links to articles referenced in today's episode:
God Wrote a Book | Desiring God by David Mathis, Executive Director, desiringGod.org.
What are the different types of prayer? | GotQuestions.org
7 Tips to a Better Prayer Life
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2022-11-1419 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: The Holy BibleGod has written a Book for us, an act of incomprehensible generosity. An act of grace. In this third episode of Season 7, Esther highlights another of God's gifts, The Holy Bible. We are invited to reflect on what God says about His Book and consider some of the possible ways we can best utilize this amazing gift.
Links to articles referenced in today's episode:
God Wrote a Book | Desiring God by David Mathis, Executive Director, desiringGod.org.
17 Benefits to Reading the Entire Bible – kristen wetherell (wordpress.com)
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2022-10-3021 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: GraceIn this second episode of Season 7, Esther highlights another of God's gifts, grace, and invites listeners to join her in reflecting on two questions, "What is God's grace?" and "What are we doing with the grace of God?" The link to a playlist of several songs about the amazing grace of God is shared below. Listeners are encouraged to take note of the Bible verses shared in today's episode and prayerfully reflect on these verses.
The Grace of God Playlist (Spotify)
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2022-10-1619 minWritten SpokenThe Generosity of God: BreathIn this first episode of Season 7, Esther poses the question, "Is God generous?" and invites listeners to reflect on one of the gifts God gives and how they are using this gift.
The addresses of WORD... breathed and Fitly Spoken, the blogs from which some of the podcast's content originate are, in the order listed, https://wordpress.com/view/asonebeingtaught.wordpress.com and https://wordpress.com/view/eadamsgrace.wordpress.com.
2022-10-0214 min
wRightWay LivingBible Challange-Day 20- Read the story of EstherHave you ever felt that you were unqualified are unable to carry a specific task through? In this bible challenge, we're reading about Esther, who was an orphan raised by her cousin, who had know idea of the influence and impact she had just by being obedient and carrying through with the task given to her. Notice, Esther first response to carrying through her mission was to fast and pray. She encouraged others to do the same. The outcome was amazing. Esther was used " in times such as this". She was used and chosen by God in just the right...
2022-09-2108 min
Blaxit GlobalEsther Milanzi: Magical Realism in BaliEsther Milanzi is an author and writing coach, currently based in Bali, Indonesia. Esther grew up in North Carolina and took her first international trip when she traveled to South Africa to meet some of her family for the first time. Since then, she's traveled to Thailand, with her sister where she ultimately met her future husband, Lo. Hear how Bali has influenced her writing, wellness practices, along with her entrepreneurial pursuits. Esther also shares why hanging with the locals can be more exciting than spending all your time with fellow expats.Follow Esther on Instagram: @estyubuntu
2021-08-1649 min
Once Upon A CrimeArtful Crimes, Volume 2: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Taliesin MassacreFamed architect Frank Lloyd Wright begins an affair with Martha “Mamah” Borthwick. When the scandal threatens his career and reputation, he builds a home near Spring Green, Wisconsin. Called “Taliesin”, it was supposed to be a place of peace and refuge for the couple, but in 1914, it became the site of a horrifying massacre. Resources: “Soulmate Stunt Loses its Zest”, Kokomo Daily Tribune, August 3, 1910. Frank Lloyd Wright by Jan Adkins, published by Penguin Random House, 2008 “Cook massacres seven at Wisconsin home Frank Lloyd Wright built for his mistress”, by Mara Bovsun for The New York Daily News, Jan 25, 2014. Links: Facebook Group: https://www.f...
2021-04-1940 min
Christian Woman Leadership Podcast with Esther Littlefield & Holly CainChristy Wright on Discerning Whether Your Dream is From God & Trusting God's Faithfulness in All Seasons of Your Life [Part 2]How do you know if your dream is from God or just your own idea? And what if your dreams and ambitions for the future don't line up with the season God has placed you in? In this episode (part 2 of 2), Holly and I continue our conversation with Christy Wright. We dive deeper into the topics of Christy's devotional, "Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to You", including discovering which of God's traits has meant the most to Christy in her life. Christy shares her wisdom on how to discern whether...
2021-03-2338 minChristian Woman Leadership Podcast with Esther Littlefield & Holly CainChristy Wright on Developing Your Message, Self-Awareness vs. Selfishness, & Responding to Cancel Culture [Part 1]What is the most important aspect of developing your message as a leader? Is it possible to grow in self-awareness without becoming focused on self? And is it okay to follow people if you don't agree with them? Christy Wright has developed an influential message and platform as a business leader, and she has recently expanded into focusing more on faith and personal development. But she didn't start out with a large following or a clear message. In this episode (part 1 of 2), Holly and I chat with Christy about her leadership...
2021-03-1645 min
To The Moon Honey PodcastEfterfødselssamtale med Esther Straarup Wright
Som 21-årig finder Esther Straarup Wright ud af, at hun er bærer af en arvelig muskelsvindsygdom. Så da hun og hendes mand senere gerne vil have et barn, anbefaler lægerne at gå direkte til IVF-behandling, hvor æggene kan blive testet for sygdommen. Hør Esther fortælle om en fantastisk graviditet og en super fødsel af lille Marlon, som mangler to fingre på den ene hånd, da han kommer til verden - noget der føles af større betydning for omverdenen end for Esther selv. Det er en efterfødselssamtale om at skille sig ud og om at pas...
2021-01-1144 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 8 of 8, Queen Esther, "The War, The Victory, and The Man" Subtitle: "The Wealth of the Wicked"Send a text Thank you for joining us for the conclusion of our series on Queen Esther. We end this series the way we began, expounding on God’s favor and grace to Esther and Mordecai and to us. The title of today’s Episode 8, is, “The War, The Victory, and The Man” and the subtitle is, “The Wealth of the Wicked.” We will see God’s display of grace and favor as he blesses Esther and Mordecai with the wealth of the wicked, victory in warfare, and as he bestows honor and regal power on Mordecai. We wil...
2020-09-2626 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastQueen Esther, Episode 7 of 8, “A Defeated Tyrant” Subtitle: "Don't Dig Ditches"Send a textEpisode 7 of our Queen Esther series is entitled, “A Tyrant Defeated” Subtitle: “Don’t Dig Ditches.” In today’s presentation, we will explore the following questions: How is a tyrant and tyranny ultimately defeated? How does fear play into success or failure? What price must sometimes be paid to defeat evil? What special tools does God give us to prevail over tyranny? Last week we left you with a challenge: Did you think about how to change your tomorrow? If so, thank you for taking the challenge. We also ended the epi...
2020-09-1918 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 5 of 8, Queen Esther, "One Thing"Send a textOne thing. One thing. Today, in Episode 5 of Queen Esther, we are asking a very important question. What is that one thing that is holding you back from your blessings? Haman, who had blessings beyond what he deserved, could not see the blessings because he was so consumed with hatred for Mordecai. Today, we will look at the "One Thing" that led to Haman's demise. Thank you for joining us today. Stephanie Wright is the media coordinator for Charles George Missions, Inc. She is married to Apostle Charles G. Wright. She is...
2020-09-0531 minCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastQueen Esther, Episode 4 of 8, For Such A Time As ThisSend a text“For such a time as this were you born.” With these words, Mordecai compelled Esther to make her first critical move to destroy Haman's plan to kill all the Jews living in Persia. Now, this Queen would be ready to risk her very life because she embraced the fact that she was born for this time. My name is Stephanie Wright. Thank you for joining us today as we learn that we too were born “for such a time as this.” Let's get started.If you want to contact us or comment on this...
2020-08-2931 min