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The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith and Your Personal Connection with God, Jesus & the Holy SpiritIn today's episode, we will take a closer look at various themes related to faith, trials, and revelations. We'll talk about the importance of seeking personal revelation from God rather than relying solely on external sources like Bible teachers. I'm talking about the need for direct communication with God through the Holy Spirit to receive insights and guidance tailored to individual challenges. We'll also discuss the transformative power of experiencing God's peace, the impact of personal revelations on one's faith journey, and the significance of aligning oneself with God's will.
We'll also talk about the importance of...2024-03-1159 minThe Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAre You Struggling to Walk by Faith and Not By Sight in 2023?In this episode, I want to talk about the importance of walking by faith and not by sight in 2023. What's different about 2023? It's not so much about the year as it is about what so many believers experience on a personal level. For example, the Bible says all things are possible to those who believe. That verse alone opens the door to endless possibilities. Somewhere along the line, though, many believers begin to think more in terms of "probabilities" than possibilities.
They take their foot off the accelerator, so to speak. They settle for the same issues...2023-06-161h 00The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDo You Still Want God to Transform Your Life in a Big Way?Welcome back to the Faith Tested By Fire Podcast. Today, In today's episode, we're asking a big question, are you happy with where you are in your life?
Or, do you still want God to transform your life in a big way? It's easy to get comfortable with where we are. It's easy to assume that if God had more for us, it would happen through an act of some kind of intervention.
The truth is, it's easy to forget that God has bigger plans for us. His plans always take us from faith to...2023-04-0142 minThe Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFocusing On Jesus Changes EverythingIn the parable of the weight and tares, both grow up together before the final harvest. Although we don’t know the day and the hour of Jesus’ return, we’re getting closer every day. The signs we’re seeing all around us have intensified significantly over time. It's no longer an exaggeration by any standard to say we're living through perilous times.
Although times have certainly changed, Jesus is still the same. His power to save, heal, and deliver is available to those who put their trust in Him. In today’s episode, we’ll be talking abou...2023-02-2641 minThe Faith Tested By Fire PodcastSome of Life’s Tougher QuestionsFirst, let me take a minute to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. It’s good to be back! Our former podcasting service has closed up shop and we’re now live on a new and improved hosting service. In today’s episode, I want to take a look at a few tough questions.
For example, if God is good, why does He allow so many terrible things to happen? Maybe you’ve asked this question yourself. Thankfully, the Bible does give us some sharp insights into why evil oppresses so many living i...2022-12-2038 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Signs of this TimeI’ve been reading about the signs of the times since the 1980s. And of course, generations of writers have written about the topic long before that. I imagine predictions of the end go back to the Apostle Paul’s time.
Over the years, many have placed their short-term hopes in the rapture to put an end to the trials, tests, and tribulations they were facing in their lives. I can’t imagine the disappointment that was felt when the event didn’t come to pass.
We don’t know and we won’t know the day or the time. We do know t...2022-03-161h 02
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAsk, Seek, Knock – God’s Solutions to Everyday ChallengesIn today’s podcast episode, I’d like to share with you some encouraging thoughts on what Jesus taught His disciples – starting in Matthew, Chapter 7. What Jesus taught will work as well for you and I today as it did for those who believed and put their faith Him then.
In this lifetime, each of us must confront our own doubts, fears, and uncertainties. If you’re in the midst of a trying time in your own life, I believe you’ll get a lot out of today’s episode!Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on S2021-12-0949 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOvercoming HopelessnessHope is a scarce commodity in the time we’re living in. According to statistics, the numbers of people afflicted by depression have reached all-time highs. Especially among younger people.
The world in general is grappling with hopelessness on a mass scale. Everything from disease and global warming to financial ruin – those are the messages that dominate our time.
And yet, there remains an eternal message of hope for those who have ears to hear it. For those who believe, there is a message of hope that assures us we are not alone. Not only are we not alone, but ther...2021-09-2548 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAn Honest Look at the Prayer StruggleMany times, our faith is seriously challenged by what the Bible calls, “Unbelief.” If it weren’t so, Paul (writing under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit) wouldn’t have said – “Fight the good fight of faith.”
Faith is a fight. Especially when we’ve been faced with problems and difficulties that just don’t seem to go away.
We’ve all been there. You live in a state of unrest relative to certain problems you’re facing. Not every challenge keeps people up at night. But even minor problems that have been around for a prolonged time – even those problems have a way of r...2021-07-0359 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Times Have ChangedDuring the past year and a half, we’ve experienced what it was like to live in a world where life as we knew it ground to a halt. Even though life here in Florida was more “open” than it was in many other parts of the country, it was still far from normal.
Today, as we see the world slowly reopening again, I don’t see things going back to the way they were – Post-Covid or post-2020.
Why? I really think God is doing a unique work in His people in this unique time. It appears that an awakening of sorts i...2021-05-2736 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Prophetic Ministry in AmericaIn today’s podcast, I’d like to talk about one of the most controversial topics in the Christian circles today. I’m talking about the Prophetic ministries and the predictions of events that are supposed to occur in the very near future. You won’t want to miss this.
That and more in today’s podcast episode.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2021-01-0838 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastIs “Unbelief” Affecting Your Life?In today’s podcast, I’d like to talk about something that keeps us from experiencing some of the bigger breakthroughs many of us have longed for in our daily lives. I’m talking about unbelief. Hear me out, I believe this will really have a positive impact on your life.The original disciples of Jesus experienced “unbelief” just as we do. And keep in mind, they lived, ate, and traveled with Jesus for YEARS. They saw the miracles firsthand and they still had to deal with the effects of unbelief from time to time. You see, w...2020-10-3055 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastLetting the Truth Set You FreeThere was a time in my life when I felt like the woman from Canaan.
Matthew 15:22-23 KJV
(22) And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.
(23) But he answered her not a word.
In one sense, I knew the Lord was there… but it seemed that He chose to remain silent.
One night, I actually yelled at Him and let my feelings be know!
Afterward, I felt bad, but the point is – I was...2020-10-141h 02
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastGods Mercy Can See You Through to Better Days AheadThe Bible has recorded many stories of people who experienced severe trials and tribulations before finally getting their breakthrough.
The story is really no different today.
If you’re the cause of your problems, God can still help and rescue you from them.
If there are delays that are your fault, God will not abandon you.
Remember, salvation in all its applications (both in this life and the one that is to come) is a free gift. God’s favor is unearned as we were chosen by Him before the foundations of the world (Ephesians 1:4).
All that being the case, if w...2020-09-2855 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastYou’re Not Imagining it – Faith is a FIGHTAccording to Hebrews 4:1, we can fall short of God’s promises for our lives in the here and now. Falling short of God’s promises is basically falling short of God’s best. Recently, I looked back at the past several months and realized that I, too, was falling short of God’s best.
Yes, there are tests and trials. That’s a given. But according to the Bible, we’ve been promised (among other things) peace in the midst of the storms. For me, that peace seemed to be in limited supply. So – I called out to God for help. In today...2020-07-0857 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhat Would Complete Victory Look Like in Your Life?Life seems to have more than its share of frustrating moments. That’s especially so when you’ve prayed and asked for help, but the help you’re seeking seems to have been indefinitely delayed.
Some of life’s challenges seem to persist over time and become points of frustration. In fact, it’s easy to certain things as being “normal” over time. Especially if you consider the lives of those around us.
That said, Jesus painted a much different picture of how life could be in the lessons he taught His disciples. He showed what complete victory could look like. He didn’...2020-06-121h 11
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastNavigating Your Way Through Troubled TimesWe find ourselves in an interesting period of time here at the start of a new decade. The current pandemic has pushed masses of people into a unique period of trial and testing. Fear, worry, and stress have become the norm over the past few weeks.
Some people may ask, “Where is God in all of this?” Or, “Will I be protected?”
The truth is, God doesn’t want you to be fearful or worried? Why? That’s the subject of today’s podcast.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2020-03-2534 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhen it Feels Like Nothing is WorkingI have an encouraging word that I’d like to share with you in today’s podcast. Most of the time we can’t see how God is working in our lives. From the outside, it may appear that we’re stuck. To us, the possibility of things going downhill from there appears to be quite real.
Naturally, the negative emotions tied to those thoughts can be very powerful.
The truth of God’s Word, however, paints a much different picture or vision of who we are and what’s available to those who believe. Those who believe, the Bible says, are in...2020-01-0945 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastInvesting in the Spiritual Basics in 2020Happy New Year to you! I hope you enjoyed the holiday season of 2019 with your friends and loved ones. During the past month and a half, I took the time to examine some of the central truths from the Bible in a fresh and practical way. There’s always room to grow in life. There’s always room for improvement. That’s especially so when it comes to spiritual things.
During the last few episodes of this podcast, I was talking about the topic of “How Faith Worked.” It’s a hard topic to talk about at times for a few reasons...2020-01-0338 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHow Faith Works - Part 3I think you’ll really enjoy today’s latest podcast episode, entitled; How Faith Works – Part 3.
When it comes to trust, we can analyze, philosophize and even hypothesize about what the Bible says.
Many do just that.
We can buy and read books, listen to sermons, etc. None of those things, however, can replace the simple act of doing what the Bible says, and practicing it in our own life experience.
If that sounds good to you, you'll be blessed by today's episode.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2019-11-2148 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHow Faith Works - Part 2In today’s podcast, I want to continue talking about how faith, belief, and praying works in everyday life. More specifically, I’d like to talk about the challenges we face when it appears that our prayers have gone unanswered.
There are many scriptures in the Bible that point to the fact that we (believers) have an enemy in this world. There are invisible, evil forces that seek to thwart God’s best from happening in the lives of His people. We may also have to wrestle with personal doubts or uncertainties as they relate to specific challenges.Subsc...2019-10-1733 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHow Faith Works - Part 1In today’s podcast, I want to talk about how faith, belief, and praying works in everyday life. More specifically, I’d like to talk about the challenges we face when it appears that our prayers have gone unanswered.
There are many scriptures in the Bible that point to the fact that we (believers) have an enemy in this world. There are invisible, evil forces that seek to thwart God’s best from happening in the lives of His people. We may also have to wrestle with personal doubts or uncertainties as they relate to specific challenges.
This is part one of...2019-09-2648 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHow We See the World and Our Place in ItWe each see the world, at least in part, through the lens of our personal experiences. Along the way, it becomes easy at times to accept things God doesn’t want us to accept. There’s a disconnect between what we see and what we believe.
In today’s podcast, I’m going to talk about seeing the world through the lens of God’s Word instead of the lens of tradition or our own limited experiences. God has something better for each of us, but it’s up to each of us to believe it for our individual lives.Sub...2019-08-0554 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith without FeelingsWhat we see and experience outwardly affects how we feel inwardly. Even so, God has given you the measure of faith (Romans 12:3). Jesus is the author and finisher of that faith (Hebrews 12:2)… and that faith will work like it did for the people of Hebrews 11, even if you feel defeated. It will work when your faith stops relying upon the wisdom of man and starts relying solely on the power of God (1 Corinthians. 2:5).
The Bible says Abraham “considered not” his own body. Maybe you’re considered some things that you shouldn’t be considered? If you can relate to that, I think yo...2019-07-2028 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThere’s Only One Fight to Focus OnWe all wrestle with doubts and fears. Faith, however, begins where the will of God is known. Abraham, Isaac and Jacob believed because “God said…”
Before the New Testament was in written form, it was played out in real time through the words and actions of Jesus Christ. The Bible said, “His fame spread.”
In other words, people heard about His preaching and his miracles and faith came.
Some, however, doubted.
People hear, “Jesus saves,” but not everyone believes it. In today’s podcast, we’ll be talking about the Will of God will for you (being always for good) and how to overcom...2019-06-2747 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastIs God in Control of Everything or Not?Theology or theory sometimes does as much to break people apart as it does to bring them together. Over the centuries, much has been writing about good, evil, what God allows, and what the word “allows” even means.
For example, is God allowing you to suffer? Or, are your own doubts and fears allowing or causing the situation to remain unchanged?
These are all great questions that we might ask ourselves as we go through different challenges in life.
In today’s podcast, I want to take a look at this topic and share some thoughts with you. Simply put, I beli...2019-06-1435 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith or Fear, Blessing or Cursing?According to the Bible, the words that come from our mouths have influence in two worlds – the visible one and the invisible one.
What we say not only influences the outer world and the people around us, those same words also affect us internally. They influence what happens next – for better or worse.
Even “self-talk,” where we visualize and internalize these things, can affect us deeply in ways we might not realize.
You might think, “Yes, I heard that before and heard sermons on the subject.” Even so, I encourage you to give this subject some of your time today. Consider it...2019-06-0651 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastGod’s Blessings are within Your ReachIf you feel like the blessings of God are far removed from your daily experience, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle in life with fears, doubts, uncertainty and all manners of temptations.
This, however, is nothing new. What is new for those of us believing in Jesus Christ is the fact that we’re under a new covenant that’s established upon better promises. This leaves us with a choice. We can either focus on Jesus and the love and blessings of God – or we can focus on our own human weakness and inadequacies.
Whichever we choose will play a b...2019-05-3028 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDo You Feel Blessed or Cursed?In today’s podcast, I want to look at some of the scriptures and Bible promises from a pragmatic, practical point of view. As interesting as certain debates or scholarly insights may be – those things don’t really help us as much as we’d like them to in our daily lives. I’m just being honest about it.
So today, I want to talk about Abraham, Bible blessings, Bible curses, and more. Most importantly – how we can start receiving the better things God wants for our lives.
If you need a breath of fresh air and a little inspiration for your dai...2019-05-2341 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPushing through life’s daily challengesDon’t let the tests and trials of life discourage you. Yes, you may be wondering why things take so long at times? I think back to the tests I took throughout my lifetime. I’m talking about the academic and business certification variety. Some were short and to the point. Others seemed to go on and on.
The test was the thing that stood between what I had and what I wanted. It was the thing that stood between where I was and where I wanted to be.
Truth be told, I dislike waiting for things to happen or play...2019-03-2745 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAre All Things Possible in 2019?As we prepare to enter a new year in our lives, it’s a great time to reflect on a question – are all things really possible to you as Jesus said they were?
In other words, did Jesus really mean what He said? Or, have we unwittingly exchanged possibilities for probabilities? Yes, life can be exhausting and even overwhelming to us at times.
That doesn't mean, however, that we should settle in and become comfortable with the struggle.
In today’s podcast, I’d like to talk about what Jesus taught about experiencing the power of God in our lives. I believ...2018-12-2456 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastIs Your Heart Still in it?Sometimes we fight, sometimes we’re just going through the motions. This can apply to anything in life. Our jobs, our relationships, even our prayers.
God can totally transform your life, but you have to be honest with Him about absolutely everything. If you’re looking for help and you feel like you’ll always be repeating the same old defeatist patterns of the past, today’s podcast is for you.
Happy Thanksgiving!Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2018-11-2153 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPraying Effectively for Friends and Loved Ones (Part 2)Over the years I’ve always found it challenging when the friends or loved ones you’re praying for never seem to benefit in a real, tangible way from your prayers. It almost feels at times that your efforts will never produce any positive effect in the other person’s life (or very minimal at best).
In today’s podcast, I want to finish talking about what the bible says about ongoing prayer and get completely away from thoughts, ideas or other teachings on this topic that aren’t explicitly spelled out in the Bible.
This is Part 2 of a two-part s...2018-10-0851 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPraying Effectively for Friends and Loved OnesOver the years I’ve always found it challenging when the friends or loved ones you’re praying for never seem to benefit in a real, tangible way from your prayers. It almost feels at times that your efforts will never produce any positive effect in the other person’s life (or very minimal at best).In today’s podcast, I want to talk about what the bible says about ongoing prayer and get completely away from thoughts, ideas or other teachings on this topic that aren’t explicitly spelled out in the Bible.This is Part 1...2018-09-2541 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastSigns that Are Yet to Come!A simple reading from the Gospel of Luke puts our current time in an interesting perspective.
Specific signs have come, just as Jesus foretold... so besides the obvious, there's no reason to think the remaining signs won't manifest exactly as He said they would.
That and more in today's podcast!Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2018-06-0237 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThis Changes Everything (Concluding Thoughts)We often judge ourselves in the light of our own actions, choices and life decisions. Or, sometimes by the lack thereof in those areas. We don’t like what we see. We don’t like how that makes us feel. Those feelings can begin to dictate our future actions and choices.
Then we see Jesus. Jesus – who was crucified for us. Jesus, who took our unrighteousness and sin and washed it away.
Jesus, who satisfied the claims of justice against the highest court there is. Jesus, whose payment was massive enough to cover the sins of the entire world.
Whatever we loo...2018-04-0338 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFocus on This. This Changes EverythingOftentimes in the Christian community, we jump from topic to topic, sermon to sermon, maybe book to book – getting momentary bursts of hope and insights. Most find that nothing really seems to stick or cause what you might call a “long-term transformation” in their lives.
Today that changes. Are you ready?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2018-03-2844 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastLetting the Holy Spirit Get Things DoneIt can be difficult leaving things in God’s hands for multiple reasons. First, maybe you’re not convinced what the Will of God is? Even if you don’t know specifics – just look at Jesus. Jesus always wins. He’s never intimidated, confused or taken by surprise. He never changes. What more do you really need to know?
Maybe you feel like you’re paying for your sins and there’s no way out? Again, look at Jesus. He’s faithful to forgive us and bring us through the worst of situations, even if we brought those situations on ourselves throug...2018-02-2346 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastGet Renewed from the Inside-OutDo you feel worn down, a bit worn out and in need of some uplifting? Every day we have the choice to feed our spirit with good, uplifting “food” just like we do with our physical bodies.
The things we talk about effect our inner-man. The things we think about effect our inner-man. The things we hear do the same.
You can see why God gave his people Mana or food from heaven – one day at a time. The food they received on Monday wasn’t enough to tide them over several days.
It was just good on Monday. Once Tuesday...2018-02-1635 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastTruths that will Set You Free #2In the words of Jesus, “The truth shall set you free.” The wonderful thing about the truth is, it pertains to every area of life.
There’s no such thing as the truth setting you free in one area of life but not applying to another. When you think about all the different elements and aspects of life, we can face challenges on just about every front you can think.
Jesus said, “I am the Truth.”
Why then does the truth often seem so close, yet just out of reach? I’m talking purely from a practical standpoint?
The truth isn’t just i...2018-01-3047 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastChoose to Believe from the Heart in 2018In the Bible, people who received from God didn't struggle to believe like we see today.Jesus taught people to keep things simple and to believe from the heart with child-like faith.Today, we intellectualize things so much - we make spiritual things overly complex.That's how we've been taught.In today's podcast, I'm going to talk about getting to the place where we know in our heart we have the answer.The place where we're no longer looking or waiting for outward manifestations to validate or confirm that we "really...2018-01-0447 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastTruths that will Set You FreeIn the words of Jesus, “The truth shall set you free.” The wonderful thing about the truth is, it pertains to every area of life.
There’s no such thing as the truth setting you free in one area of life but not applying to another. When you think about all the different elements and aspects of life, we can face challenges on just about every front you can think.
But here’s the thing, Jesus said, “I am the truth.”
The truth isn’t just information about things. The truth is actually a person. When you think about all Jesus did – He...2017-12-2647 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastGet Ready for 2018The Early Church had it right. The had faith in the Grace, Mercy and Peace of God. They had a foundation that has become somewhat lost to most of us in the modern era. That is about to change, I believe. The message of Grace is the foundation upon which the much yearned for life stability can be build. It is the rock - like Jesus Christ Himself, that causes us to overcome when faced with the troubles and tribulations of life.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-12-0236 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastLessons from the 1st Century Believers - 2In this second part of a series of episides (Lessons from the 1st Century Believers), I wanted to examine a few truths that we do not often hear from the modern pulpit.
I believe there are a lot of traditions that make the power of God of no effect in our lives. The wrong emphasis and focus can leave people forever entangled with fears and doubts.
If that's you, today's podcast can really help you.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-11-1448 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastLessons From the 1st Century BelieversTraditions, especially from the American-Based Church, have muddied the ways quite a bit when it comes to how the 1st Century Believers prayed, faced challenges and operated. When you examine certain scriptures closely, you can see where we have departed from the path somewhat in our era. This is the first episode in a series where we will look at and question some of the things we may have taken for granted.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-11-0333 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFinding the Power You Have Been Looking ForThere is an honest, pure heart connection we can make with God, through prayer, in the midst of any test of trial. In this place, fear gives way to faith, and we make the transition the Bible describes as going from faith to faith (Romans 1:17) and from glory to glory (2 Corinthians 3:18).
In this podcast, I will give you real-world examples of why certain things may take longer to receive than others through prayer. I believe true, heart-felt prayer will set you free. Whether it happens in a single prayer or through severalâ ¦ it is the driving principle that separates those wh...2017-10-1051 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDo Bible Promises Cover Our Problems?Do Bible promises really cover your individual case today, or where they just meant for those who lived back in Jesus time? A lot of people debate theology, but I believe we should examine what the Bible itself says about it. What did God Himself intend with the Words that were written?
Up until the Book of Acts, the believers did not even realize salvation was available to Gentiles, even though they walked with Jesus in the flesh. Today, we will take a closer look into Bible promises that have been left to those who believe.Subscribe...2017-09-2743 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPrayer, Safety and the Threat of a HurricaneIn Florida, where I live, people are praying for safety for themselves and for their friends and loved ones.
Elsewhere, people are also praying for those areas either hit by or threatened by the hurricane. In this â Hurricane Specialâ podcast, Iâ m sharing some thoughts about storms, calamities and what Godâ s people can do according to the Bible. (Recorded on 9-9-2017)
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The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Truly Important Things In LifeAs time passes, we tend to reassess or reconsider the value we place on the things in our lives. I’m talking about what’s truly important and what, in retrospect, wasn’t as important as we thought at the time. The other day, I had a deeper insight into this topic. I gave some thought to the big picture and how we as individuals fit into God’s plan. I’ll be talking about this and other things in today’s podcast.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-09-0633 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastKeep On Keeping OnI apologize for the lower volume on this recording. Please turn up your speakers or sound and receive a positive, uplifting word you can apply to your life immediately.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-08-3037 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastIs There Discontentment in Your Life?From the feeling that you’re missing out on something to not being happy with a limiting income, many believers find themselves dealing with discontentment in their lives in various areas.
In today’s podcast, I want to talk about what the Bible says about being content and how you can reset your focus if you feel yourself sinking within the waves that are created through the storms of life.
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The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOvercoming Persistent ProblemsPersistent problems (by definition) seem to be immune to the solutions we’ve turned to. How many times have you wondered why – “For some reason, this problem is still present in my life?”
We all have. The secondary problem occurs when we answer the “why” with false or untrue conclusion. For example, “The problem exists because of God.”
By creating a false reality or belief system, we basically co-sign ourselves to an ongoing imprisonment to that problem.
There’s a better way that I’ll be talking about in today’s podcast.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Sou2017-08-1537 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastLast Days Confusion and ControversyA good portion of the Book of Revelation seems to point to the events surrounding the fall of Jerusalem in 70AD. Still, other events seem to point to a future point in time. If most of the end time prophecies are already fulfilled, are we close to the end of God's timeline or are there still hundreds of more years of history yet to come?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-07-1940 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThoughts About Our Ability to Choose Victory over DefeatThere’s no question, good things happen to those who “choose God’s Word” and purpose to apply its truth as they face various tests and trials in life. Sometimes, however, you can be so introspective of you inadvertently become your own worst enemy.
What seems to be a vicious circle in our experience can actually be a simple matter of focus and the choice we make to believe or doubt.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-07-1130 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhat Are We Really Expecting?Faith creates expectancy. The question is, what are you expecting? Some expect very little, or they expect to have the same or similar limitations as those who don’t believe. I was caught in such a situation and it took quite a while before I realized it.
In today’s podcast, I’ll be talking about what I learned and how you can get to a place where you expect God’s power to help through every test and trial – even the minor ones.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-07-0624 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastStart Changing Your Tomorrows… TodayYou can plant the seeds today for a better tomorrow.
1 Corinthians 3:6-7 AKJV
(6) I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.
(7) So then neither is he that plants any thing, neither he that waters; but God that gives the increase.
Follow the Bible principles and don’t be fearful. Prayer is a form of seed planting. We plant seeds in our own lives and in the lives of others. Persistent praying along with thanksgiving waters the seeds (Philippians 4:6).
In all cases, both instant and those requiring patience, God gives the increase.
Don’t worry about imperfections or inadequacies. The...2017-06-2732 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastRestoring Hope in Times of TroubleThe Bible says the scriptures were written so that “we might have hope.” Hope precedes faith. Without it, faith won’t last and unbelief keeps us bogged down and the struggle becomes exhausting. Today’s podcast will help you identify where you’ve lost hope in your life and with God’s help, have it restored again.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-06-2124 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDo Your Part and Leave the Results to GodEvery day is another chance to turn everything around. I truly believe that. Have you ever come to a place where you suddenly “wake up,” look around and realize something has to change?
I’ve been there. I’ve also experienced going about creating that change in my own strength and ability.
It’s tough, frustrating and I’ve ended up feeling like I went in one big circle when all is said and done.
I’ve also experienced the opposite. I’ve taken stands, looked to God and saw his power at work in ways that left some family and friends scra...2017-06-1339 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAre Your Ready to Experience a Breakthrough?God’s People were made for Breakthroughs
*A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
*An instance of achieving success in a particular sphere or activity.
Are you ready to have a breakthrough in your life?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-05-2338 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith in your Head and Doubt in your HeartA high premium is placed on knowledge within our society and culture. I believe we sometimes inadvertently substitute knowing God within a given set of challenges with know “about Him” from an intellectual standpoint. And then we wonder why problems seem to persist?
I’m learning from experience how to discern the difference in my day to day life.
It’s starts with honesty about everything – coming from the heart. That includes the good and the bad.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-05-1633 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDon’t Let Your Heart Be TroubledExamine the things you’re hearing or seeing? Are they adding to your life or creating unrest in your life? Do the websites you visit, the articles you read and subjects you discuss add or subtract from your being – deep down inside?
Are you allowing these things to trouble you – deep down on the inside?
If so, why not make some changes in your daily routines and habits?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-05-0919 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastAre You Struggling? God's Grace Can Save YouAs a human being, we all come to the place when our insufficiency becomes evident and we question our ability to overcome the problems we're facing. Today's podcast is a glass of water for the dry soul.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-05-0228 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDo You Need Some Rest In Your Life?God's rest to available to each of us. In this podcast, we'll be talking about experiencing a rest and refreshing in your life.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-04-2537 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastYour Life and the Path You Are TakingEach of us has been given a "custom path" to follow for our individual lives. By looking at others and making comparisons, we can lose sight of the things, lessons and blessings God prepared for us before we were born. Each test has a reward waiting on the other side. Don't fall short by opting out or giving up on traveling the road less takenSubscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-04-1828 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe "Thanksgiving Principle"Giving sincere thanks for something your can't see yet may be one of the highest expressions of faith there is. Especially if you stay with it. Being thankful for the blessings you already have is the other side of the same coin. Practicing both not only pleases God, but changes you. In a time of great pessimism, be the light you were called to be.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-04-1129 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPlace Your Faith in the Name of JesusThe early disciples received answer to prayers in the Name of Jesus. The cast out demons and healing the sick by commanding in the Name of Jesus. Whether it’s immediate, gradual, or suddenly after a period of time – the Name of Jesus will still bring results to believers today.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-04-0529 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastJohn 14:14 - Using The Name of JesusIn the John’s Gospel, chapter 14 – verse 14, Jesus told His disciples to use His name to do His works. He said if we asked or called for something in His name – He would do it. Today’s podcast is about using the Name of Jesus, after you’ve prayed, to overcome the destructive circumstances you’re facing in your life.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-03-2232 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDon't Let Confusion Overwhelm YouSatan wants people to blame God for their struggles in life. That
includes, finances, health, relationships and more. The devil wants
believers to be overwhelmed by confusion and negativity. God, however,
never changes. He's always good and wants you to the truth and not a
lie. The choice is ours. What will you believe?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-03-0730 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastPray to Receive a Revelation of Gods Love For YouThe Greatest truth you can ever receive in your heart is to knowing the love of God that passes the intellect's understanding. If you want to live a life filled with peace and utterly fearless, you need truly know and receive God's love for yourself.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-02-2130 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Legal and Personal Side of FaithThere is a legal, mechanical part of faith we can learn and basically understand. There is also a personal, experiential part of faith that can connect us to God as a child, son or daughter connects to a parent through different stages of life.
Both are needed, like to sides of a coin, to complete you.
Moving beyond the technical facts of salvation into a sincere, honest, personal connection with God through Jesus Christ will transform your life and the lives of those around you.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-02-1535 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDon't Over Complicate Everything In Your LifeYou don't have to understand how everything works in order to be the kind of person God designed you to be. Jesus said His burden was easy and His Yoke was light. Forget about the popular systems and teachings of today and make better choices in 2017Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-01-1824 min
The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast3 Important Things To Remember in 2017There are 3 very important things to give your attention to in 2017. Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, gave these instruction to the Apostle Paul thousands of years ago. I'm reminding everyone of them again today. Be encouraged. God has a path He's made just for you. You find it by taking the next step that's before you - by faith.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2017-01-0523 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHow To Get What God Wants To Give YouEach of us has our own path to take that's different from anyone else's. You haven't been short-changed and you haven't been forsaken. You struggle because you've been following the wrong people. The Bible says, "Don't be lazy, but FOLLOW those who through faith AND (not just faith) patience inherit the promises (both in the here and now and in the world to come).Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-12-2728 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastBe Encouraged - You are not aloneBe encouraged, you are not alone! When all else fails, your weakness can be turned into strength when you humble yourself before Jesus and God the Father and wait for them to respond to your sincere cry for help.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-12-0629 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith, Politics and Your LifeThe direction a country takes or heads in is important... but the nation is made up of individuals who make individual choices. You can make the right choices for your own life - not matter what anyone else thinks or believes about it... and God will bless you for it.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-11-1027 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThings to Remember in the StormApproach God like a child and keep things simple. In the end, you choose to trust Jesus and God the Father or you trust in the abilities of those around you. It's your choice. One path leads to life and peace. The other leads to stress, anxiety and failure.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-10-2627 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastDon't Let the Enemy Rob Your Hope or FaithThroughout history, men and women who've received incredible results through prayer have all reminded God of His promises in the Bible according to Isaiah 62:6 & Isaiah 43:26.
Don't let the enemy steal deflate your hope/vision and rob you of your faith. You will succeed if you persist in faith and refuse to give up (Luke 18:1)Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-10-1820 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith In God vs. Faith In Your FaithHosea 14:2 says to take your words and turn to the Lord. As long as take God's promises and let your focal point be God the Father and His Son - Jesus Christ... you cannot be permanently defeated in life. Your personal power and holiness will never get the job done. Focus on God (not on your own faith) if you want the power of God to show up in a particular situation.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-10-1124 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastKeep Thanking God for the Answer No Matter How You FeelThe prayer of faith (the evidence of things not seen) will always work for you if you keep on sincerely thanking God for the answer before you see it - even if it takes a long time and you're going through a difficult test. God's Word works and He will reward your persistence if you show Him you're not giving up.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-10-0822 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastKeep On Believing in the Miraculous Power of GodKeep on believing in the power of God. Faith says what the Bible says and claims the victory before it's seen (we walk by faith and not by sight). If you continue to believe and trust in your heart, God will reward you for putting your unwavering trust in Him.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-10-0526 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastYou Don't Have to Understand How Everything WorksVictory in life isn't dependent on understanding a particular formula for prayer or faith. If you believe, the Holy Spirit will cause you to do the right things at the right time. You don't have to worry or be fearful that evil will prevail in your particular situation.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-09-2325 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhat to Do When You Don't Know What to Do NextEven the slightest bit of hope can provide an open door for God to use to work the miraculous in your life. Why stay where you're at and fail? Take the next step... and let it be a step of faith.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-09-2014 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastSpiritual Warfare – Persistent Faith vs Persistent ProblemsToday, I want to talk about spiritual warfare. The kind you engage in on a day-to-day basis – even if you’re not fully conscious of it. Jesus secured complete victory over Satan through His sacrifice of Himself at the cross. The war is over, but we still have an enemy and the Bible says it’s due to a lack of knowledge that God’s people perish. (Hosea 4:6)Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-09-1721 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhat God Taught Me About Overcoming Financial DifficultiesWhat I've learned from firsthand experience about overcoming financial hardships through Faith in God and His Word. This isn't about tithing or giving to get... so if you're struggling with money, this message is for you.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-08-0229 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith Tested - Making the Transition from Loser to WinnerIf you're experienced prolonged problems in any area of life - today's podcast is just for you. Do what the Bible says and make the transition from loser to winner.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-05-2732 min
The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast"Troubleshooting" Your Christian ExperienceAre you limiting God in your day-to-day experience? Are you tired of carrying the weights of the world on your shoulders? God has something better for you! Learn how to remove the limits...
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The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOnly Believe - Faith That Truly Changes ThingsOnly Believe. Learn the difference between natural human faith and the type of faith that belongs to us in Christ Jesus.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-04-2135 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOvercoming End Times BurnoutRenew your strength and the desire to move forward in life by changing your focus from the negative to the positive.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2016-01-1232 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastHave Faith in the Love of GodYou can't help but overcome any and every adversity by having faith in the love of God.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-12-3013 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe More You Focus on Evil, the Less Peace You Will HaveThe more you focus on evil, the less peace you will have. You magnify either the problem or the solution from one day to the next in your heart and mind.
Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-12-2411 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOvercoming Anxiousness and AnxietyOvercome anxiousness and anxiety and improve the quality of your daily life in the process. Your moods affect everything you do.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-12-0517 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFaith vs UnbeliefShould your prayers and faith for healing or miracles really work 100% of the time?Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-12-0216 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastFacing Your Future With Faith – Not FearYou can overcome any test by speaking God's Word and with assistance from the Helper - The Holy Spirit.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-10-2822 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastThe Truth of God's Word vs Your Test or TrialYour victory over the tests and trials of life is guaranteed - if you hold onto the truth and refuse to accept (in your heart) the lies of the enemy.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-07-1513 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastOvercoming Mindset Setbacks in a Test or TrialYour thought life can present as much of a challenge as the outward circumstances. Learn for yourself how to overcome mental setbacks by remembering God's promises to you.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-06-1622 min
The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast007: Overcoming Nagging Fears and DoubtsThe Faith Tested By Fire Podcast - Overcoming Nagging Fears and Doubts.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-05-2608 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastIn Due Season, You'll Get the VictoryGod is not withholding your answer. Learn how to protect your faith and pray during delays and adversity.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-05-1311 min
The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast006: Quitting Is Not an OptionDo you believe in breakthroughs? You should. When it comes to believing God for your answer, quitting is not an option.Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-04-2917 min
The Faith Tested By Fire PodcastWhen the Battle Seems LostAll unbelief is rooted in Fear. Learn how to look to God to have your faith carry you instead of you struggling to carry it.
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The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast004: Casting Down Imaginations2 Corinthians 10:3-5 AKJV (American King James Version)
(3) For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:
(4) (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)
(5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;Subscribe to The Faith Tested By Fire Podcast on Soundwise2015-04-0336 min