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Twisted RemediesTwisted RemediesE19 - Bill Elwell - "If it's predictable, it's preventable."Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, host Justin Couture speaks with Bill Elwell, a mental health crisis specialist and chaplain for first responders. They discuss Bill's journey into the fire service, the evolving role of chaplains, and the importance of mental health and wellness for first responders. Bill shares insights on navigating trauma, the significance of spirituality versus religion in chaplaincy, and the need for education in trauma recovery. The conversation also touches on the Members Assistance Team (MAT) and the importance of...2025-03-161h 08Messiah in LifeMessiah in LifeCome to Me Part 3: The Washing of the SpiritWhat is the Work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of messianic disciples? As we prepare for the fall feasts during the month of Elul, we need to be aware of the washing of the Holy Spirit, not just in this season, but in every season until Messiah's return. References: Ephesians 5:21-33; 2 Corinthians 11:2; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11. 2023-08-2414 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeCome to Me Part 2: The Work of the SpiritWhat is the Work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of messianic disciples? As we prepare for the fall feasts during the month of Elul, we need to be aware of the working of the Holy Spirit, not just in this season, but in every season until Messiah's return. References: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Leviticus 23:24; John 14:16-18, 26; John 16:7-14; Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:18; Matthew 4:1; Luke 4:1; 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Peter 1:2; Romans 5:16; Luke 4:14; 24:49; Romans 15:19; Acts 1:8; Ephesians 5:18; Acts 2:4; 4:8, 31; 9:17; Romans 8:16; Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Corinthians 12:4, 8-10; Hebrews 2:4; Luke 4:18; Acts 10:38; Titus 3:5; Romans 8:11; 2 Corinthians 3:17; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 3:16; 1 Thessalonians 1:6; Acts 9:31; Psalm 51:11. 2023-08-1718 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeCome to Me Part 1: The Source of the SpiritAs we approach the Fall Feasts of the Lord, we enter a month of preparation. During the next four podcast episodes we will consider a series called: Come to Me. In this episode we look at Yeshua standing in the midst of the Jewish people at the conclusion of the Feast of Tabernacles. References: John 7:37-44. 2023-08-1019 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 15The Parable of the Maidens, addresses the actions of the wise and foolish maidens. What do we learn from this parable? How does the message of this parable inform our living in faith? Give a listen!References: Matthew 25:1-13; Luke 16:19-31; Matthew 25:31-46. 2023-08-0328 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 14Four kinds of hearers, with four different results. What is the message of the Parable of the Sower, or another way, the Parable of the Hearers? What is the link between hearing, understanding and doing? Give a listen!References: Luke 8:4-15. 2023-07-2727 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 13A shrewd steward seemingly applauded by the Messiah? What is Yeshua/Jesus communicating to us through this unusual parable? The Parable of the Shrewd Steward. References: Luke 16:1-3; 15:1-2. 2023-07-2024 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 12Having considered the urgency and the value of the Kingdom of God, Yeshua/Jesus now asks us to consider the costs of following Him. Join me as we consider two parables concerning "the decision." References: Luke 14:28-33; 25-27. 2023-07-1320 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 11The Find: What is the Kingdom of Heaven worth to us? What is the cost of discipleship? We consider these questions and so much more in this episode of Messiah in Life. References: Matthew 13:44-46; Mark 10:17-27. 2023-06-2924 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeTrust in His NameKnowing the name of God, and the specific attributes attached to His name can aid us in prayer. How so? Give a listen. Reference: Isaiah 50:10; Psalm 23:4; 2 Corinthians 1:20; Philippians 1:6. 2023-06-2504 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 10The Lost. Have you ever experienced the joy of finding what had been lost? Maybe your keys, wallet, or even those glasses you were wearing? Then you can relate easily to the parables in this episode: The Lost Sheep and The Lost Coin. Yet, the joy is more profound, more real, and has eternal implications. Give a listen. References: Luke 15:1-10; Ezekiel 34:1-4; 10-16. 2023-06-2223 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 9The parable of the Urgent Invitation. With each parable, Messiah is urging us to a response. What is the urgent response needed here? And what does it speak to our heavily scheduled life today? References: Matthew 22:1-14; Luke 14:15-24.2023-06-1527 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 8The Parable of the Two Debtors. Messiah uses this parable to answer a silent question asked by Simon the Pharisee. What do we learn from this parable, and what does it mean to us today?References: Luke 7:36-50. 2023-06-0826 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 7The Parable of the Prodigal Son, what is the meaning of this parable? Which son was the prodigal? Who wasted what? What did the original listeners hear that perhaps we have overlooked? ***A technical oversight on my part, as the into and outro music was muted. My apologies.***References: Luke 15:11-32. 2023-06-0131 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 6The Merciful Lord and the Unforgiving ServantForgiveness is a vital, and central practice of the messianic faith. How great a debt have we been forgiven? What should such forgiveness foster in us? In this episode of Messiah in Life, we consider forgiveness, and the dynamic of it in the human relationship; as well as how unforgiveness impacts our life and the lives of those around us. References: Matthew 18:21-35; Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 5:23-24; 1 John 1:9; James 2:10. 2023-05-2536 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 5"Then who is my neighbor?" The heart of the question leading to the Parable of the Good Samaritan is: who am I responsible for? Messiah answers in the most profound way, demanding a response on our part. In this episode we consider this well-known parable, and the penetrating twist Messiah Yeshua/Jesus uses to challenge His audience. Reference: Luke 10:25-37. 2023-05-1829 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 4The parable of the talents. What do we learn from this parable? How are we to occupy until His return? What do we do with what has been entrusted to us? Can we find any rabbinic parallels to this parable? Do you fear the Lord to the point of inactivity? He has not called you to that, but to stewardship of what He has blessed you with! Reference: Matthew 25:14-30. 2023-05-1126 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable 3In this episode we consider the parable of the Fair Employer. How has Madison Avenue changed our experience in corporate worship, and in the harvest fields?References: Matthew 20:1-162023-05-0429 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeDown in the BottomlandsWhat do we do when we find ourselves down in the bottomlands, deep down in the valleys of life? Give a listen. References: Zechariah 1:3. 2023-04-3004 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable Part 2In this episode we consider two parables, the contemptible friend and the corrupt judge, and the lesson Messiah is teaching us in these unusual parables. Is God a bad friend? Is He a corrupt judge? We will consider the lessons and meaning of these two parables for application to our lives today. Reference: Luke 11:5-10; Luke 18:1-8; Luke 5:17-25; Luke 17:12-19; Mark 10:46-52. 2023-04-2720 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah and the Parable Part 1When is a story just a story? How were parables used by Messiah Yeshua/Jesus, and his contemporaries? Are they meant to be mysterious? Or were they doing something else for the listener? We will answer these questions and more in Part 1 of Messiah and the Parable. 2023-04-2025 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeOf Ashes and ShoelacesCan we find purpose in the mundane acts of every day life? Certainly! In this episode of Messiah in Life, we look at two verses of Scripture speaking to seemingly minor acts that had big impacts. References: Leviticus 6:1-6; II Timothy 4:13. 2023-04-1322 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Golden RuleThe Golden Rule, Matthew 7:12. Easy to say in part, but difficult to do in practice. We take a look at the meaning and purpose of the Golden Rule, and its historic setting. Reference: Matthew 7:7-12; Leviticus 19:18, 34. 2023-04-0631 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePassover: GratitudeThe Passover Seder can seem overwhelming, until you look at the heart of it. We were slaves, now we are free. We were afflicted, but now we are healed. We were separated, now we are together. We are here, next year may we be there. Gratitude. References: Matthew 26:17-30; Deuteronomy 15:12-15; Malachi 3:10; 1 Corinthians 5:7-8 2023-03-3023 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 6In this final episode on Galatians, we unpack the heart of Paul's theological argument concerning the gospel, the marks of circumcision, and bearing the brand of his Master in his flesh. Galatians 6:1-182 Corinthians 11:22-282023-03-2343 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 5In this episode we unpack the heart of Paul's theological argument concerning the gospel,  walking in the Spirit, and avoiding the legalistic traps of the flesh. Reference: Galatians 5; 1 Corinthians 7:17-24. 2023-03-1645 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 4In this episode we unpack the heart of Paul's theological argument concerning the gospel and a call to maturity. . References: Galatians 4:1-31. 2023-03-0948 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 3In this episode we unpack the heart of Paul's theological argument concerning the gospel, faith, hearing, works, and Torah. References: Galatians 3:1-29. 2023-03-0250 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Ones We EmbraceDue to illness, enjoy this short episode, we will return to the Galatians study next week.The Lord said of Abraham, "Abraham my friend." Then, Yeshua/Jesus calls His disciples friends. What do we learn from this?References: Genesis 17:1; Isaiah 41:8; John 15. 2023-02-2304 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 2Paul's defense of the Gospel. In Galatians chapter 2, we consider the Paul's developing argument, his position, Paul and Peter's dispute, and the primacy of the Gospel. References: Galatians 3:28-29; Galatians 3:6-9; Galatians chapter 2.  2023-02-1634 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePaul's Defense of the Gospel: Galatians 1Paul's defense of the Gospel. In Galatians chapter 1, we consider the Paul's opening argument, his position, and the historical background of this important epistle. References: Galatians 3:28-29; Galatians 3:6-9; Galatians chapter 1. 2023-02-0935 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Shepherding LordBONUS EPISODERecorded for Messiah Congregation's Livestream Shabbat Service, this message looks at the relationship between shepherd, friend, companion in faith. References: Psalm 23; John 10:11; John 15:12-15; Deuteronomy 31:8; Matthew 28:20; John 14:6. 2023-02-0520 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 20The Goal of the Torah: MessiahReferences: Romans 10:1-13; Jeremiah 31:31; Matthew 5:17-18; 2023-02-0232 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 19Paul and the Torah: Who was Paul, and what did he say about his life? In this episode of Messiah in Life, we consider Paul and the Torah.Reference: Acts 28:16-23; Philippians 3:3-11; Acts 22:3; Acts 23:6; Galatians 3:14; Acts 15; Acts 21:20-24; Romans 3:31; Romans 10:4. 2023-01-2652 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 18Messiah and the Torah: "I have not come to abolish, but to fulfill. What is Yeshua's relationship to the Torah? References: John 1:1-5, 14; Psalm 107:20; 147:15; Isaiah 55:11; Genesis 1:27; Genesis 3:8; Genesis 15:6; Genesis 20:3; Exodus 14:31; Numbers 10:35-36; Isaiah 45:17; Hebrews 1:1-3; Matthew 5:17-20; Mark 7:1-14; John 7:19; Luke 24:44. 2023-01-1942 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 17The Torah of PurityIn an age of impurity, does purity matter at all? References: Psalm 24:3-5; 1 Corinthians 3:16-1; 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1; Psalm 119:9; 1 Timothy 4:12; Galatians 5:19-21; Colossians 3:5; I Thessalonians 4:3-8; 1 John 1:9; Ephesians 5:25-27. As always, thank you for listening! 2023-01-1236 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 16In this episode of Messiah in Life we consider the Torah of Ethics: “Be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.” What does it mean to be “holy”? What does that look like? References: Leviticus 19:1-2; Matthew 7:12; Mark 7:17-23; Proverbs 3:18; James 2:14-17. 2023-01-0544 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 15In this episode the Torah of faith is discussed, from the response of Abraham to the gracious call of God, to its meaning for all those who are his sons and daughters in faith. Does the Torah teach faith? Give a listen. References: Genesis 12:1-4; Exodus 24:10; Hebrews 11:1, 6. 2022-12-2941 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMean EstateDrawing on a phrase from an old hymn, Justin speaks about the “mean estate” of Messiah, our own “mean estate,” the hope of the world. 2022-12-2403 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 14The Torah of Liberty. Is the Torah of God a form of bondage? How is it a mirror for us today? References: Psalm 119:1-18, James 1:18-27. 2022-12-2237 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 13In this episode an overview of the types and shadows of Scripture pointing to Messiah Yeshua, Jesus is presented. How do we recognize and understand them? Did the apostles speak in terms of type and shadow? Give a listen! 2022-12-1548 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord 12How do we apply the Word of God to a life of discipleship? What about applying the Torah? How did the Jewish sages reimagine Jewish life apart from the Temple? How was messianic faith reimagined apart from the Temple and Jerusalem? We begin to consider these questions, as we dig deeper into applying the Bible to life, by faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. Opening Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2. 2022-12-0848 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeBearing a CupWhere the Lord set you, from there He will use you. References:Nehemiah 1:3; 6; 2:4-5. 2022-10-2704 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeHis Word RestoredWhat happens when failure finds us? References: John 20:19, 21-22; Acts 17:6. 2022-07-1201 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 11An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Deuteronomy.  References: Deuteronomy 1:1; 6:4-12; Exodus 12:26-27; 13:8; Deuteronomy 34:6; Matthew 16:28-17:5; John 5:46-47. The Discourses of Moses in Deuteronomy:1 - Chapters 1:1-4:432 - Chapters 4:44-26:193 - Chapters 27:1-30:204 - Chapters 31:1-34:122022-07-0737 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Chef and His IngredientsMixing it all together!References: Romans 8:28-29; I Corinthians 1:2; Romans 8:31. 2022-07-0504 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 10An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Numbers. References: Numbers 1:1-2; Numbers 13; Numbers 14:9, 34; Numbers 15:37-41; Romans 8:28-29; Numbers 16:41; Numbers 17:1-13. 2022-06-3023 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeBe StillPsalm 46 is a beautiful poetic vision of the exalted Lord and His involvement in our daily circumstances. References: Psalm 46; Genesis 2:1; Romans 8:28, 37. 2022-06-2803 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 9An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Leviticus. References: Leviticus 1:1-2; I Peter 1:15-16; Matthew 5:48; Romans 12:1; Leviticus 9:1; Leviticus 22:27; Luke 2:12; 9:27-36; John 20:14-31; John 20:25; Leviticus 23. 2022-06-2333 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeOne Word: AmenOne word that means so much. Give a listen!2022-06-2102 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 8An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Exodus. References: Exodus 1:1-4; Exodus 3:14; Exodus 12:1-18; Exodus 12:26-27; I Corinthians 5:7; John 1:29; Matthew 21:12; John 19:4; Mark 15:25; Mark 15:33-37; John 19:31-36; John 19:31. Exodus 15:22-27; Micah 6:8. 2022-06-1625 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe End of Moses?Moses failed, but it wasn’t final. He died, but it wasn’t the end. Listen to his “well done” moment.References: Romans 14:23; Exodus 4:25; II Timothy 4:7; Matthew 17:1-8; Psalms 37:4; Matthew 3:7; John 15:4-11. 2022-06-1402 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 7An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Genesis. References: Genesis 1:1-5; Luke 19:10; John 4:23; Romans 4:18; Genesis 3:26-29; Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 22:1-19; Genesis 32:22-32. 2022-06-0928 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Incarnate PromiseWherever the Lord is, there He is to fulfill His Promise. Facing life challenges? Give a listen!References: Exodus 15:26; Deuteronomy 18:15; Isaiah 53:1; Matthew 17:5; 19:26; Romans 8:28-29; 2 Corinthians 1:20; Rev. 2:17; 22:1. 2022-06-0704 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 6An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we begin to consider interpretative levels of Torah study. References: 2 Timothy 2:15; 1 Peter 2:4-8; Zechariah 5:1-3; Psalm 17:8; Exodus 21:26-27; Proverbs 20:10; Revelation 1:20, 1:12-16; 17:7-18, 1-8; Matthew 2:15; Hosea 11:1; Matthew 3:3, 11; Isaiah 40:3; Hebrews 8:1-5; Hebrews 9:9, 24; Acts 28:23; Revelation 13:18; Matthew 13:52; Genesis 1:1; Leviticus 1:1; Numbers 10:35-36. 2022-06-0223 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMoldy Bread, Tepid WaterWhat does the Lord give along the way of pressure? Give a listen!References: Isaiah 30:20-21; Colossians 3:23-24; Hebrews 12:6.2022-05-3105 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 5An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we continue to examine the Torah as reliable history. References: Exodus 24:1-4; Acts 7:22; John 5:46-47. 2022-05-2621 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeFrom That PlaceDo not underestimate the importance of your current location. References: Genesis 13:14, 10-13, 14-17; 12:1; Philippians 1:6; Psalm 121:1-2; John 14:2-3). 2022-05-2404 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 4An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we begin to consider the Torah as reliable history. References: Acts 7:1-8.Authorship references:Joshua 1:7-8; 8:31, 34; 23:6; 1 Kings 2:3; 2 Kings 14:6; 23:25; 1 Chronicles 22:13; 2 Chronicles 5:10, 23; 23:18; 25:4; 30:16; 33:8; 34:14; 35:12; Ezra 3:2; 6:18; 7:6; Nehemiah 1:7-8; 8:1, 14; 9:14; 10:29; 13:1; Daniel 19:11, 13; Malachi 4:4. Mark 12:19; Luke 2:22; 20:28; John 1:17; 1:45; 5:46-47; 8:5; 9:29; Acts 3:22; 6:14; 13:39; 15:1, 21; 26:22; 28:23; 1 Corinthians 9:9; 2 Corinthians 3:15; Romans 10:5; Hebrews 9:19; Revelation 15:3. 2022-05-1929 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeImitation“Imitate me, as I imitate Christ,” what about originality? References: Exodus 40:1-2; Exodus 29:35; Leviticus 9; I Corinthians 11:1; 4:16; Ephesians 5:1-2; Philippians 3:17; 4:9; I Thessalonians 1:6; I Peter 2:21; I John 2:6. 2022-05-1704 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord Part 3An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this episode, the Torah as Scripture. References: Romans 7:1-14; Deuteronomy 4:44; Numbers 9:23; Romans 6:15; Acts 7:53; 2 Corinthians 3:6; Romans 10:4; John 5:46-47; 2 Peter 3:16-17; Acts 21:18-26; Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-9, 14-15; 8:17; 2 Kings 22; James 1:25; Psalm 1:1-2; 19:7; 40:8; 119:34; 119:97; Mark 7:13. 2022-05-1239 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeCosmic Hide and SeekYeshua/Jesus is the same “yesterday, today and forever,” so He is not hiding. References: Luke 19:8-10; Hebrews 13:5, 8; Deuteronomy 31:6; Matthew 11:28-30. 2022-05-1003 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord ... Part 2An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this episode: the Torah as Revelation. References: Genesis 26:1-6; Exodus 19:10-11; 20:1-2, 18-19; Psalm 119:11-12, 16, 18; 2 Timothy 3:16-17. 2022-05-0531 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMusic in ProphecyInspired music will settle the heart, and allow the plan of God to unfold, not by our interference, but with our faithful commitment to His will.References: 2 Kings 3; Psalm 33:3. 2022-05-0303 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeForever O Lord ... Part 1An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. References: Deuteronomy 4:44; Numbers 9:23; Psalm 1:2; 119:105, 142; Acts 21:20; Luke 23:39-43; Mark 12:28-33; Romans 8: 29; 10:4; I Timothy 1:5-11; 4:11-16; I Thessalonians 2:1-17; John 4:22; 5:46-47. 2022-04-2843 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeRearview MirrorIf we continually look to the past we are merely curators of faith. References: Hebrews 11:10; Hebrews 11:13-16. 2022-04-2602 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeCounting the DaysA lesson from the season: סְפִירַת הָעוֹמֶר, Sefirat HaOmer, the Counting of the Omer. Do not worry if you are not familiar with this, that's the point! "Killing time..." "Wasting time..." or perhaps, "Counting time..." Is the Lord really concerned with how we spend our time? Certainly, He commanded that we count days! Spend some time with me, and see what this is all about. Referenced: Leviticus 23:15-17; Psalm 90:17; Mark 4: 3-9, 14-20; Hebrews 12:2; 3:13. 2022-04-2129 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Gift of TimeThe gift of time is the gift of life. References: Exodus 12:2. 2022-04-1902 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeWhat Does Faith Look Like?What happens when my experience of faith looks different from others? Am I defective? Are they superior? What of the pressures, tribulations, traumas, and joys? What does faith look like? References: Hebrews 10:32 - 11:6; Genesis 15:6; II Corinthians 5:7; 11:23-28.2022-04-1418 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in Life"Happy are they..."The Book of Psalms open with the word "happy." Why? References: Psalm 1; Psalm 84; Romans 10:9-11; Psalm 145; Matthew 11:28-30. 2022-04-1202 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeWhy pray when...Why pray when hope seems lost? What do we learn from an upper room and the resurrected Messiah?References: John 20:1-10, 19-20. 2022-04-0712 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeShort of BreathCan we really respond in faith to the call or work of God when we are short of breath? Let’s see…References: Exodus 6:9; Matthew 11:28-20.2022-04-0503 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe First StepWho will take the first step in faith?References: Matthew 14:23-33; Exodus 14:21-31.2022-03-3116 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Horse WhispererWhat is the meaning of humble? Timid? Gentle? Weak? Nope. Numbers 12:3Matthew 5:5Proverbs 37:112022-03-2905 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe God of 2nd ChancesPerhaps you needed a second chance, or third, etc., how did you feel up to that moment? At the restoration? Now? We take our example from the life of Peter, and a seemingly insignificant detail. References: John 21:9-10; 15-19. 2022-03-2415 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe God of JacobWhat of the sneaky, heel-grabbing trickster Jacob? References:Exodus 3:6Genesis 32II Corinthians 12:8-102022-03-2202 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeUnmasking: If not now, when?How will you reveal your identity in faith? How will we put faith into action for the deliverance and relief of others? As Hillel asked, “If not now, when?” References: Esther 4:13-14; Deuteronomy 31:18.2022-03-1718 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe End of Paul?Was Paul still an apostle in a Roman prison cell? References:I Tim. 1:1, 122022-03-1503 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeOutside: In the WildernessIn this episode we go b'hootz, outside, to discuss seasons in the wilderness, their purpose, and the lessons learned; moving from fear to faith. References: Genesis 1:12-13; Matthew 4:1-11; Deuteronomy 6:13; 6:16; 8:3; Romans 8:28-29. 2022-03-1019 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in Life"Let them say ... "Put your name in: "Let _____ say, "His mercy endures forever." 2022-03-0802 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifePassover with Messiah"... He loved them to the end..." Celebrating and remembering Messiah Yeshua/Jesus at the Passover. References: Luke 22:7-20; John 13:5 ; Luke 22:19; John 13:26; John 13:2; Mark 14:22; Mark 14:23-25; Mark 14:26; John 1:29; Matthew 21:12; John 19:4; Mark 15:25; Mark 15:33-37; John 19:31-36; John 19:31; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32; John 12:1; 12; John 13:1. 2022-03-0336 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeSmall BeginningsA vineyard, a winepress, and a deliverer of Israel ... in the making. 2022-03-0103 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Repair of PassoverThe smallest grace would have been enough: restoring gratitude. Reference: Luke 22:15-16; Deuteronomy 15:12-15. The Passover Haggadah. 2022-02-2427 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeEven BetterWhen disappointment leads us to something even better, by the grace and forgiveness of God. 2022-02-2202 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeFrom Egypt to FreedomThe exodus generation were not born a free people - they were born in bondage - they had to learn to be free. References: Exodus 10:2, 9; 12:25-27; 13:8, 14; Matthew 15:8-9; 28:20. 2022-02-1721 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Frozen GroundA different look at winter; there's more going on than just frigid temps and darkness. 2022-02-1505 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeVirtue Not Virtue SignalingIn Messiah, we are called to virtue, not virtue signaling. References: Matthew 6:1-4; II Peter 1:5-11; Colossians 3:12-15; Galatians 5:22-23; Matthew 5:16.2022-02-1024 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThawing the Frozen MomentsRemembering to remember, moments frozen in time thawed by the retelling. 2022-02-0804 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeLet's Talk Early Gentile InclusionEarly gentile inclusion in covenant hope. References: Ruth 1:16-17; Genesis 10:5; Acts 9:15; Genesis 23; Leviticus 19:33-34; Acts 6:5; Revelation 5:9-10; Ephesians 2:11-22; Galatians 3:26-29; Romans 4:10-12. Excuse the slight cough, recovering from covid.2022-02-0343 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeNot What You Used to Be!Follow Him, and the change will come. 2022-02-0105 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeLet's Talk ApostlesThe ragtag chosen, apostles for Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.References: Acts 1:8; Acts 8:26-40; Acts 10; Acts 22:1-4; Acts 28:17; Revelation 7:9.2022-01-2732 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeWhat’s Your Cloak?A life lesson of Bartimaeus; lay your cloak aside. 2022-01-2505 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeLet's Talk MessiahLet's talk about the Messiah, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the Living God." References:Matthew 16:13-16John 5:46-47Genesis 22:2, 8Deuteronomy 18:15Isaiah 532022-01-2025 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeOn the Way to PrayerThe time and journey to prayer. 2022-01-1804 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Crosswalk LessonLearning to cross the street is a lesson for life, but can it apply to the life of faith? Sure. References:John 5:46-47Matthew 5:17Genesis 15:6Romans 2:13Galatians 32022-01-1325 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Greater RiverDo not mistake the Nile for the Jordan, the temporary for the eternal. 2022-01-1104 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeThe Blessed LifeMessiah in Life - the blessed lifeReferences: Matthew 7:28-29; 5:1-12; 5:17. Deuteronomy 22:6-7. What does it look like to live as described in the Beatitudes? 2022-01-0622 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeHammer to ChiselFinding meaning in the dust and dirt of tedious life tasks when it does not seem to measure up. 2022-01-0404 minMessiah in LifeMessiah in LifeMessiah in Life TrailerAnother new podcast?2021-12-3002 minRaise The LevelRaise The Level5. Justin ConnellI sat down with Justin Connell and talked about where his inspiration comes from, off-season strength training and how he stays hungry. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-elwell0/support2021-03-1522 min