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Ave Maria In The AfternoonForgiving as Unity with ChristTheodore McCarrick has died, but the stains of his scandal live on. We talk with Matthew Bunson, and Nathaniel Peters dicusses how Neil Postman predicted America “amusing itself to death.”2025-04-0748 min
Catholic ConnectionThe Passing of Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, Government Promoting Christianity, Confession and much more!Dr. Matthew Bunson of EWTN News joins to reflect upon the passing of former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick. Matt Swaim with Journey Home highlights. Andre Picotti-Bayer talks on The Federalist article "Yes, It's Completely Constitutional for the U.S. Government to Promote Christianity". Plus, Gail Buckley Barringer with the scripture of the week, T's Two Sense on confession...and, Johnnette and Jack Williams discuss upcoming Monthly Marriage Monday on Women of Grace, Live!2025-04-071h 38
ConspiritualityBrief: Deep Church Conspiracy (w/David Lafferty)From the Supreme Court to Project 2025, reactionary Catholics are on the frontlines of this year’s war on democracy. Many of them bend the knee to an Italian redpilled Vatican diplomat: Cardinal Carlo Maria Viganò. Who is this guy, and who let him onto the internet?In 2018, Viganò rebranded Pizzagate for Catholics, by accusing Pope Francis and his progressive allies of supporting “homosexual networks, which are now widespread in many dioceses, seminaries, religious orders,” and “act under the concealment of secrecy and lies with the power of octopus tentacles, and strangle innocent victims and priestly vocations.”...2024-02-0345 min
Messages - Cornerstone ChurchMatthew 11:28-30 - Pastor Colin Thompson2022-09-1100 min
One Verse DevotionalIn The Tomb | Matthew 27:64 | April 16, 2022Even when hope feels lost, God is working behind the scenes. This is the story of the cross.2022-04-1607 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Sacrifice of a Savior | Matthew 27:50 | Good Friday | April 15, 2022Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice so we could receive the ultimate gift.2022-04-1504 minOne Verse DevotionalLove your neighbor | Matthew 22:39 | Holy Week | April 13, 2022In His final week on earth, Jesus reminded us of the most important commands: Love God and love people.2022-04-1306 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37 | Holy Week | April 12, 2022Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. As we look to Easter, let’s spend some time with God and express our love and thankfulness to Him.2022-04-1205 minOne Verse DevotionalWho is this? | Matthew 21:10 | Holy Week | April 11, 2022At some point in our lives, we all have to answer this question: “Who is Jesus?”2022-04-1108 minOne Verse DevotionalLosing Your Life For Jesus | Matthew 16:25 | March 28, 2022If you want to find true Life, you have to give yours away for Jesus.2022-03-2806 minMessages - Cornerstone ChurchMatthew 24 "Bible Basics : Prophecy"2021-08-1900 minOne Verse DevotionalLet Your Light Shine | Matthew 5:16 | January 12When we allow the Light of Jesus to shine through us, something amazing happens...2021-01-1207 minOne Verse DevotionalDo This First In 2021 | Matthew 6:33 | January 1We are looking at verses to get 2021 started off on the right foot. Today's One Verse teaches us what we should do first this year.2021-01-0107 minOne Verse DevotionalJesus Means Salvation | Matthew 1:21 | December 17She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins. -Matthew 1:212020-12-1705 minOne Verse DevotionalHow Christmas Began | Matthew 1:18 | December 15This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. -Matthew 1:182020-12-1504 min
Lighthouse FaithThe Vatican's McCarrick Report: What Now for Catholics and the Catholic Church?Theodore McCarrick was one of the most powerful priests in American Catholicism, rising to the rank of Cardinal and Archbishop of Washington, D.C. But now in the wake of the Vatican's two-year investigation into his sexual abuse of minors and vulnerable Seminarians, it's clear that this darling of the Church was really a demon. He was a 'predator and pathological liar", to quote eminent scholar George Weigel. But what's also clear from the report, is that McCarrick did not rise in a vacuum. He had help, unwitting partners in his quest for prestige and position. On this episode of...2020-11-1241 minOne Verse DevotionalMercy Over Sacrifice | Matthew 9:13 | October 21Jesus is more concerned with us showing mercy and love to others than trying to be good little boys and girls.2020-10-2106 minOne Verse DevotionalA Spiritual Hospital | Matthew 9:12 | October 20When Jesus called Matthew, a tax collector, to become a disciple, the Pharisees could not handle it. They rebuked Jesus for hanging out with sinners. But Jesus has a different view. Jesus is the benefactor of Grace. And through this story, Jesus reminds us of something key… It is the sick who need a doctor.2020-10-2007 minOne Verse DevotionalRest in Jesus | Matthew 11:28 | August 22Is life weighing you down? When we feel weary and burdened, Jesus invites us to come to Him and He promises to give us rest.2020-08-2207 minOne Verse DevotionalBecause of Jesus | Matthew 5:11 | July 30At the start of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that it won’t always be easy to follow Him. We have to be prepared to take some heat if we are going to proclaim the name of Christ.2020-07-3006 minOne Verse DevotionalFinding hidden treasure | Matthew 13:44 | May 28When was the last time you were really excited about your faith?2020-05-2804 minOne Verse DevotionalThe light of the world | Matthew 5:14 | April 19As followers of the One True Light (Jesus), we are called to reflect His Light and Love to a dark and hurting world. We are the light of the world.2020-04-1907 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Sacrifice of a Savior | Matthew 27:50 | Good FridayI head a question once: “Was Jesus murdered or did He commit suicide?” Neither. He gave Himself as a sacrifice in the greatest act of Love the world will ever see. Spend some time, today, reflecting on the love Jesus showed to you through the cross.2020-04-1803 minOne Verse DevotionalLove your neighbor | Matthew 22:39 | April 8During this time of coronavirus and the Covid-19 pandemic, how can we effectively love our neighbor?2020-04-0807 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37 | April 8Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. As we look to Easter, let’s spend some time with God and express our love and thankfulness to Him.2020-04-0804 minOne Verse DevotionalWho is Jesus | Matthew 21:10 | April 7At some point in our lives, we all have to answer this question: “Who is Jesus?”2020-04-0807 minOne Verse DevotionalSaving your life | Matthew 16:25 | April 2To save your life, you must lose it in Jesus.2020-04-0208 minOne Verse DevotionalFirst and Last | Matthew 19:30 | February 14The world says to look out for #1. Some Christians even say that God helps them who help themselves. But these ideas are opposite to the teachings of Jesus. What does He say? Put others first. Otherwise, you could end up last.2020-02-1407 minOne Verse DevotionalThe lost sheep | Matthew 18:12 | February 10The Shepherd cares about every single one of His sheep. Are you the lost sheep? Have you gone your own way and chose to turn your back on a God who loves you? It’s not too late. Our One Verse today was spoken by Jesus, Himself! He is pursuing you. He isn’t angry with you. He desires to restore your relationship and spend time with you. Don’t keep running from God. He cares for you. Make today the day that you turn around and run back to Him!2020-02-1006 minOne Verse DevotionalJanuary 13 | Seek God First | Matthew 6:33What if we could ask God what He wanted for us in 2020? What if we could ask Him how to be successful in the new year? I believe He has already given us the answers. Today, Matthew 6:33 gives us the key to having a successful new year.2020-01-1314 minOne Verse DevotionalMercy over Sacrifice | Matthew 9:13"For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners." Matthew 9:132019-11-1208 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Great Doctor | Matthew 9:12"On hearing this, Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick." Matthew 9:122019-11-1106 minOne Verse DevotionalGood Friday | Matthew 27:50Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice so we could receive the ultimate gift. Matthew 27:50 is the verse that changed history. In this moment, Jesus took on the weight of the world. He bore the wrongdoings of every man and woman that has ever lived or ever will live. Jesus paid the sin-debt of death for all of humanity. In the beginning, God and humankind enjoyed a perfect relationship, spending everyday together. But sin changed that. God is perfect and holy, and He can not associate with sin, evil, or injustice. It is against His very nature. By our...2019-04-1905 minOne Verse DevotionalLove your neighbor | Matthew 22:39How can we effectively love our neighbor? Yesterday and today, we are looking at what Jesus called the first and second greatest commandments. Jesus said “all the laws and prophets hang on these two commandments.” What did he mean? Can the entire Christian life be summarized in just two commands? If we love God and love people, we would live a life full of worship and purpose!2019-04-1706 minOne Verse DevotionalThe Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. As we look to Easter, we are looking at a verse, each day, from the last week of Jesus’s life. It’s funny how many times Jesus doesn’t answer a direct question in the Bible. He usually answers a question with another question. He wants people to think and dive deeper. That is, until someone is trying to test Jesus. Then He doesn’t mess around! Well, today’s One Verse is one of those times. It is during Holy Week, the last w...2019-04-1606 minOne Verse DevotionalWho is Jesus? | Matthew 21:10This is the start of Holy Week, which means we are less than a week away from Easter, resurrection Sunday! To prepare for Easter, we are going to look at a verse, each day, from the final week of Jesus’s life here on earth. Today’s One Verse takes place when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey. The Bible tells us it caused quite a stir when Jesus entered the city. Palm leaves and branches were being thrown in the street, and people were shouting, “Hosanna!” For those who didn’t understand what was happening, they had one question...2019-04-1507 minOne Verse DevotionalHow does God feel about you? | Matthew 18:12Do you feel lost? Whether you feel lost in finding your future or lost because you have messed up in your past, Jesus hasn’t given up on you. He is pursuing you, He will show you the path of life, and He will rejoice once you are back home.2019-03-0409 minOne Verse Devotional561: Stand firm in your faith | Matthew 5:11Living for Jesus isn’t always easy. The Sermon on the Mount is the greatest sermon ever told. For almost three chapters in the book of Matthew, Jesus lays out many of His core teachings. Over and over, He calls us to a new way and a new outlook on life. In Matthew 5:11, He says, “Blessed are you when people insult you because of me.” What Jesus? How is that a blessing? Persecution is a blessing when it is for Jesus. Are we standing firm in our beliefs? Or are we going with whatever is popular at the ti...2018-10-0107 minOne Verse Devotional552: Finding hidden treasure | Matthew 13:44Jesus tells a story of a man who found hidden treasure in a field. Can you imagine being this man? He’s just walking through an empty field. It’s barren. No crops. No fruit. And then he stubs his toe on something. As he looks down, he uncovers something special. Hidden treasure! What would you do? Jesus tells us that the man went immediately and sold everything he owned so he could buy the field. Can you imagine what his friends thought? Why would he sell everything for one field? What a waste! But the man knew what he f...2018-09-1206 min
CLASSIC SHOWS31 August 2018, The Terry and Jesse Show, Is There a Casting Couch Amongst the Episcopacy?Today's Topics: 1) Gospel Matthew 25:1-13 Wise Persons Live in a State of Grace, Foolish Persons Live in a State of Mortal Sin 2) Vatican Arranges Escape Hatch by Church Militant ChurchMilitant.com • August 30, 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncMEXr60AeI 3) Pope Knowingly Gave Vatican Apartment to Gay Priest Later Caught in Cocaine Fuelled Orgy https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-pope-knowingly-gave-vatican-apartment-to-gay-priest-later-caught-i 4) “The Best Nuncio (Vigano) We’ve Had Thus Far” by George Weigel https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2016/04/the-best-nuncio-weve-had-thus-far 5) Bishop Barron Says There Must Be a Thorough Investigation Until We Get at The Truth About McCarrick. Who Knew About Him and Wh...2018-08-3159 minCLASSIC SHOWS27 August 2018, The Terry and Jesse Show - Today's Gospel Sounds like the Clergy Sexual Predators of TodayToday’s Topics: 1) Gospel - Matthew 23:13-22, You Hypocrites, You Blind Guides… 2) Venerable Sheen – The Confusion of Today 3) Cardinal McCarrick in 2013 said: Francis will “change” Church in 5 Years and Change the Papacy in 2 Years https://youtu.be/NnM3959OzTc 4) Ex-Nuncio Accuses Pope Francis of Failing to Act on McCarrick’s Abuse HTTP://WWW.NCREGISTER.COM/DAILY-NEWS/EX-NUNCIO-ACCUSES-POPE-FRANCIS-OF-FAILING-TO-ACT-ON-MCCARRICKS-ABUSE?_GA=2.197487210.496042281.1534729207-2061093839.15284834312018-08-2759 min
Royal Doors HomiliesSermon - Ralph Martin's Response to Theodore McCarrick - Fr. Andriy ChirovskyAugust 18, 2018
Post-feast of the Dormition; Holy Martyrs Florus and Laurus (313-24)
1 Corinthians 2:6-9; Matthew 22:15-222018-08-1933 minCLASSIC SHOWS14 August 2018, The Terry and Jesse Show, Most Laity do not Trust Cardinals or Bishops Right NowToday's Topics: 1) Gospel - Matthew 18:1-14, Unless You Turn and Become Like Children, You Will Not Enter the Kingdom of Heaven 2) Venerable Sheen - Why the Commandments? 3) The McCarrick Mess 4) Dr. Marshall Speaks Out Against Catholic Homosexual Scandal: Does the Mega-Diocese Foster Sexual Scandals and Bad Priests? 5) An Open Letter from Young Catholics 6) Eighty-Eight Percent Disbelieve the Cardinals who say They Knew Nothing About McCarrick's Sex Abuse 7) Pope Francis and the Death Pen...2018-08-1556 min
Our Lady of Lourdes PodcastAugust 5, 2018 — 18th Sunday In Ordinary Time — Father Brian LarkinRegarding the Cardinal McCarrick scandal:
Our answer to the scandal is not to turn away from the Church, but to turn toward Jesus. What drives out evil is holiness.
"That stumbling block in the road does not mean the road is bad. The darkness does not disprove the light."
"I am not a Catholic because there is no sin in the church... I am a Catholic because Jesus Christ founded the Catholic Church. I will always be a Catholic." —Fr. Brian
Matthew 18:
"Woe to the world because of things that cause sin! Such things must come, but woe to the on...2018-08-0927 minCLASSIC SHOWS01 August 2018, The Terry and Jesse Show, Catholics Serve Christ, not MenToday’s Topics: 1) Gospel - Matthew 13:44-46 2) Venerable Sheen - A Body Needs a Head 3) Tour de France Cyclists Stop to Pray at Shrine at Lourdes 4) Alice von Hildebrand: The Communist Infiltration of the Catholic Church 5) Is Pervert Uncle Teddy McCarrick One of Bella Dodd's Grandchildren? 6) We have a Bad Parenting Problem in the Church 7) Interview with Dr. Phil Chavez on Upcoming Men’s Conference2018-08-0159 min
CRUSADE Channel On-Demand PreviewsHighlight - The Mike Church Show - McCarrickGate: It's The Liturgy Stupid - 240718 To Listen To The Full Feature Visit Click HERE Mandeville, La - This Highlight Was Grabbed From 'The Mike Church Show' Episode no.615 "2018 Needs a Lot More Lombardi and A Lot Less Lukewarms" The Catholic Church is a cesspool by Matthew Walther McCarrick should be prosecuted aggressively to the furthest extent possible by the laws of the various states in which his alleged crimes were committed. Why do these Priests receive Canon lawyers? The Church has 1st ultimate authority. They should go before the civil authority. 2018-07-2408 minOne Verse Devotional526: We are the light of the world | Matthew 5:14As followers of the one, true Light (Jesus), we are called to reflect His Light to a dark and hurting world. We are the light of the world. In our culture, the word Christian carries a lot of emotional baggage. There are a lot of terms associated with Christian that are, well, less than flattering. Today, the word Christian has become very confused: christian movies, christian music, there is even a christian phone book. I feel we have lost something from the original meaning. There is something about a fresh ray of sunshine on your face. It brightens your...2018-05-2107 minOne Verse Devotional496: Good Friday | Matthew 27:50Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice so we could receive the ultimate gift. Matthew 27:50 is the verse that changed history. In this moment, Jesus took on the weight of the world. He bore the wrongdoings of every man and woman that has ever lived or ever will live. Jesus paid the sin-debt of death for all of humanity. In the beginning, God and humankind enjoyed a perfect relationship, spending everyday together. But sin changed that. God is perfect and holy, and He can not associate with sin, evil, or injustice. It is against His very nature. By our...2018-03-3006 minOne Verse Devotional494: Love your neighbor | Matthew 22:39How can we effectively love our neighbor? Today’s One Verse is like “part 2” of yesterday’s verse. In this story, Jesus is being tested by one of the “experts” of the law. While Jesus normally answered one question with another question, this time He had no problem putting this guy in his place. But through this interaction, we are able to discover the first and second greatest commandments. Jesus said “all the laws and prophets hang on these two commandments.” What did he mean? Can the entire Christian life be summarized in just two commands? And if this is true...2018-03-2806 minOne Verse Devotional493: The Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. As we look to Easter, we are looking at a verse, each day, from the last week of Jesus’s life. It’s funny how many times Jesus doesn’t answer a direct question in the Bible. He usually answers a question with another question. He wants people to think and dive deeper. That is, until someone is trying to test Jesus. Then He doesn’t mess around! Well, today’s One Verse is one of those times. It is during Holy Week, the last w...2018-03-2706 minOne Verse Devotional492: Who is Jesus? | Matthew 21:10This is the start of Holy Week, which means we are less than a week away from Easter, resurrection Sunday! To prepare for Easter, we are going to look at a verse, each day, from the final week of Jesus’s life here on earth. Today’s One Verse takes place during the story of Palm Sunday, when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey. The Bible tells us there was a large crowd, and it causes quite a stir when Jesus entered the city. Palm leaves and branches were being thrown in the street, and people were shouting, “Hosanna!” For those...2018-03-2605 minOne Verse Devotional477: The last will be first | Matthew 19:30Sometimes, it can be hard to sacrifice and serve when no one seems to notice. It can be difficult to put others first, while at the same time feel like we are being pushed to the back of the line. Is it worth it? Should we be more vocal about who we are and what we are doing? Do we deserve more? Jesus tell us that our service is not in vain. Our sacrifice has been noticed. And when the time comes, Jesus, Himself, will take us from the back of the line and escort us to the front...2018-03-0506 minOne Verse Devotional472: How does God feel about me? | Matthew 18:12How does God feel about me? This is a question many of us have wrestled with at some point. Honestly, we’ll probably need to answer this question a few times in life. It’s natural for us to wonder where we stand with God. This question becomes even more real after we mess up or make a mistake in life. Fortunately, this is a question that Jesus has already answered. In Matthew 18, Jesus shares a parable of a shepherd with a lost sheep. The sheep has wandered away. It’s not where it is supposed to be. The shephe...2018-02-2606 minOne Verse Devotional445: Reflecting the Light of Jesus | Matthew 5:16Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, Jesus has invited us to reflect His Light to a dark world. This isn’t about religion: rules and guidelines to make sure you’re in good standing with God. This is a relationship, and Jesus wants us to take part in His mission of Love. The One Verse Devotional Bible study is provided by Phosphorus Project. About the One Verse Devotional Podcast One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a da...2018-01-1803 minOne Verse Devotional431: Weary and Burdened | Matthew 11:28Is life weighing you down? Starting to feel the strain and pressure of the upcoming Christmas season? When we are feeling weary and burdened, Jesus said to come to Him and He would give us rest. The One Verse Devotional Bible study is provided by Phosphorus Project. About the One Verse Devotional Podcast One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your...2017-11-2704 minOne Verse Devotional420: The Gospel of Mercy Part 2 | Matthew 9:13Jesus is more concerned with us showing Mercy (active compassion) to others than trying to be good little boys and girls. The One Verse Devotional Bible study is provided by Phosphorus Project. About the One Verse Devotional Podcast One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a short, 5 minute podcast where we grow deeper...2017-11-0705 minOne Verse Devotional419: The Gospel of Mercy Part 1 | Matthew 9:12Why did Jesus spend so much time with sinners? He makes it very clear in Matthew 9: “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.” The One Verse Devotional Bible study is provided by Phosphorus Project. About the One Verse Devotional Podcast One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a shor...2017-11-0606 minOne Verse Devotional365: Because of Jesus | Matthew 5:11At the start of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that it won’t always be easy to follow Him. We have to be prepared to take some heat if we are going to stand up for what is right. About the One Verse Devotional Podcast One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a...2017-08-2105 minOne Verse Devotional355: Like treasure hidden in a field | Matthew 13:44Jesus loved to speak in story. He was a master storyteller, while teaching deeper meanings through His parables. In Matthew 13, Jesus tells six different parables, all about the Kingdom of Heaven. In Matthew 13:44, He tells a story in just one verse! Sounds perfect for the One Verse Devotional... About the One Verse Devotional One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith...2017-08-0706 minOne Verse Devotional316: The Light of the World | Matthew 5:14In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus began to teach us what the Kingdom of Heaven looked like. In Matthew 5:14, Jesus taught us that His Kingdom would be made up of Light Bearers. As followers of the One True Light (Jesus), we are called to reflect His Light to a dark and hurting world. We are the light of the world. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it h...2017-05-1706 minOne Verse Devotional310: Losing your life for Jesus | Matthew 16:25When Jesus predicted His death, Peter immediately corrected Him. Jesus wasn’t a fan of that (“Get behind me, Satan”). Peter didn’t understand something critical: If you want to find true Life, you have to give yours away for Jesus. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a short, 5 minute po...2017-05-0906 minOne Verse Devotional298: The Sacrifice of a Savior | Matthew 27:50I head a question once: “Was Jesus murdered or did He commit suicide?” Neither. He gave Himself as a sacrifice in the greatest act of Love the world will ever see. Spend some time today, on Good Friday, reflecting on the love Jesus showed to you through the cross. About One Verse Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a short, 5 minute podcast where we grow deeper in our faith through just one verse a day, Monday through Friday. A prac...2017-04-1406 minOne Verse Devotional296: Love Your Neighbor | Matthew 22:39Is the Church failing at loving our neighbors? We are called to be Light and Salt, but does the world feel that from us? Jesus said to love God and love people. Why are so many other things getting in the way? About One Verse Is it hard to find time to spend with God and grow your Christian faith? The One Verse Devotional is a short, 5 minute podcast where we grow deeper in our faith through just one verse a day, Monday through Friday. A practical and encouraging look at the Bible, n...2017-04-1209 minOne Verse Devotional295: The Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. As we look to Easter, let’s spend some time with God and express our love and thankfulness to Him. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When it comes to working out, eating healthy, or managing our finances, consistency always trumps intensity. We reach our major life goals through small, pur...2017-04-1105 minOne Verse Devotional294: Who is this | Matthew 21:10It’s Holy Week! What better time to get us focused on Jesus? But first, we have one very important question to answer: “Who is this man?” About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When it comes to working out, eating healthy, or managing our finances, consistency always trumps intensity. We reach our major life goals through small, purposeful steps taken daily. The same is true in our spirit...2017-04-1005 minOne Verse Devotional264: First and Last | Matthew 19:30The world says to look out for #1. Some Christians even say that God helps them who help themselves. But these ideas are opposite to the teachings of Jesus. What does He say? Put others first. Otherwise, you could end up last. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When it comes to working out, eating healthy, or managing our finances, consistency always trumps intensity. We reach our m...2017-02-2705 minOne Verse Devotional260: The pursuit of a Savior | Matthew 18:12Do you feel like you are losing your faith? Jesus isn’t angry with you. He is pursuing you. He desires to restore your relationship and spend time with you. Don’t keep running from God. He cares for you. Make today the day that you listen for his voice and turn back to Him. He is calling your name. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When...2017-02-2005 minOne Verse Devotional236: Let your light shine | Matthew 5:16Jesus never called us to rules and regulations. That is not the Christian life. Jesus, instead, called us to live lives that spread Light and Love in a dark world. And when we live according to the Light of Jesus, we can inspire others to glorify God. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When it comes to working out, eating healthy, or managing our...2017-01-1706 minOne Verse Devotional229: Seek God First | Matthew 6:33What if we could ask God what He wanted us to do in 2017? What if we could ask Him how to be successful in the new year? I believe He has already given us the answers with some key verses we’ve been looking at last week and this week. Today, Matthew 6:33 gives us the formula to live without worry. About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. Whe...2017-01-0904 minOne Verse Devotional220: A Not So Silent Night: Christmas according to the Book of Revelation | Revelation 12It’s Christmas time! That means hanging decorations, putting up a tree, listening to Christmas carols and candlelight services. According to Andy Williams, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. This weekend, you will probably open up your Bible to Luke chapter 2 and read the Christmas story. But did you know there is another account of the Christmas story? It doesn’t take place in Luke or Matthew. It’s Christmas according to the Book of Revelation, and it’s wild. While we sing of silent nights and celebrate a babe in a manger, Revelation peels back the veil a...2016-12-2307 minOne Verse Devotional196: Let tomorrow take care of itself | Matthew 6:34When we first seek after God, we don’t need to be anxious about tomorrow. Follow Him today, and tomorrow will take care of itself. Once again, our One Verse for today is one that makes you think, “Did Jesus really say that?” Matthew 6:34 says to focus on today and for us to let tomorrow take care of itself. Is that right? It seems so irresponsible. Shouldn’t we plan for the future? Shouldn’t we save and plan for a rainy day? Yes. So, what does this verse mean? Well, the verse right before is a famous pas...2016-11-1505 minOne Verse Devotional185: Rest in Jesus | Matthew 11:28“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” -Jesus Is life getting you down? Are you feeling stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you showing up at a job that you know isn’t a long term plan? Are you going through a rough patch? We serve a God who understands. He experienced everything that we have. Jesus isn’t sitting in heaven, separated from our lives. He is watching out for you. He can provide for you, protect you, and lead you through these rough times. In our One Verse fo...2016-10-3105 minOne Verse Devotional176: The Gospel of Grace Part 2 | Matthew 9:13Jesus says something surprising in this passage in Matthew: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” Doesn’t God want us to follow all the rules and live perfect lives? Jesus says, “No.” That is not the main thing. We’ve made it the main thing. It is not an excuse to sin. Instead, it paints a beautiful picture of Grace. Jesus is most interested in the work of His Love in our lives!2016-10-1105 minOne Verse Devotional175: The Gospel of Grace Part 1 | Matthew 9:12When Jesus called Matthew, a tax collector, to become a disciple, the Pharisees could not handle it. They rebuked Jesus for hanging out with sinners. But Jesus has a different view. Jesus is the benefactor of Grace. And through this story, Jesus reminds us of something key… It is the sick who need a doctor.2016-10-1008 minOne Verse Devotional121: Stand firm in your faith | Matthew 5:11In a world of chaos, it’s more important than ever to stand firm in Jesus, even if it means persecution. The Sermon on the Mount is the greatest sermon ever told. For almost three chapters in the book of Matthew, Jesus lays out many of His core teachings. Over and over, He calls us to a new way and a new outlook on life. In Matthew 5:11, He says, “Blessed are you when people insult you.” What Jesus? How is that a blessing? Jesus ends with “because of me.” That is when persecution is a blessing, when it is for...2016-07-2505 minOne Verse Devotional109: Finding hidden treasure | Matthew 13:44When was the last time you were really excited about your faith? Jesus tells a story of a man who found hidden treasure in a field. Can you imagine being this man? He’s just walking through an empty field. It’s barren. No crops. No fruit. And then he stubs his toe on something. As he looks down, he uncovers something special. Hidden treasure! What would you do? Jesus tells us that the man went immediately and sold everything he owned so he could buy the field. Can you imagine what his friends thought? Why would he s...2016-07-0705 minOne Verse Devotional071: We are the Light Bearers of Jesus | Matthew 5:14The Christian life should be as refreshing as a warm ray of sunshine. Let’s be more than just “christians,” let’s be the Light Bearers of Jesus! I am passionate about this idea of being the light of the world. The One Verse Devotional is a part of my blog, the Phosphorus Project. Phosphorus means “bringer of light” or “light bearer.” Phosphorus is the element that is in a head of a match that makes it spark. So, yes, this is an important one to me. In our culture, the word Christian carries a lot of emotional baggag...2016-05-1605 minOne Verse Devotional064: Saving your life | Matthew 16:25I love following Jesus. So many people think it’s boring. They couldn’t be further from the truth. Following Jesus is crazy! Jesus was famous for saying phrases that were completely opposite of what you would normally think (for example: The first will be last). Today’s One Verse in Matthew 16:25 is another great example. From the words of Jesus, Himself, we learn that in order to save our lives we must lose them. What?! Well, here is the key. We don’t just lose them. That’s not smart. We lost them in Jesus. That’s the smartest thi...2016-05-0505 minOne Verse Devotional035: One Verse that changed the world | Matthew 27:50Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice so we could receive the ultimate gift.
Matthew 27:50 changed history. In this moment, Jesus took on the weight of the world. He bore the wrong-doings of every man and woman that has ever lived or ever will live. Jesus paid the sin-debt of death for all of humanity. In the beginning, God and humankind enjoyed a perfect relationship, spending everyday together. But sin changed that. God is perfect and holy, and He can not associate with sin, evil, or injustice. He is against His very nature. By our own sin, we had...2016-03-2503 minOne Verse Devotional034: Well done | Matthew 25:21My hope and prayer is to one day hear Jesus say, “Well done, good and faithful servant!”
Let’s just put it out there… The Christian life is hard. It’s tough! Following Jesus is not an easy task, and He told us it wouldn’t be easy. The world doesn’t understand us. We live by a set of guidelines that is, let’s be honest, a little vague at times. There are temptations all around us. Yet, through all of this, my hope is that Jesus is proud of me. Like a father and son, I want God to be...2016-03-2404 minOne Verse Devotional033: Love your neighbor | Matthew 22:39How can we effectively love our neighbor?
Today’s One Verse is like “part 2” of yesterday’s verse. In this story, Jesus is being tested by one of the “experts” of the law. Of course, this is perfect because Jesus, well, wrote the law! And while Jesus normally answered one question with another question, this time He had no problem putting this guy in his place. But through this interaction, we are able to discover the 1st and 2nd greatest commandments. So, if we can figure out these two, everything will pretty much fall into place. Right! If we learn...2016-03-2304 minOne Verse Devotional032: The Greatest Commandment | Matthew 22:37Loving God with everything you have. That is the Great Commandment.
It’s funny how many times Jesus doesn’t answer a direct question in the Bible. He usually answers a question with another question. He wants people to think and dive deeper. That is, until someone is trying to test Jesus. Then He doesn’t mess around! Well, today’s One Verse is one of those times. It is during Holy Week, the last week before Jesus goes to the cross (every One Verse this week is from the last week of Jesus’s life.) An “expert” in t...2016-03-2205 minOne Verse Devotional031: Who is Jesus? | Matthew 21:10At some point in our lives, we all have to answer this question: “Who is Jesus?”
Welcome to Holy Week! Yesterday was Palm Sunday and next week is Resurrection Sunday: Easter! Today’s One Verse comes from the story of Palm Sunday when Jesus entered Jerusalem. As He came in riding the donkey, people began to wave palm branches and shout “Hosanna!” This caused another reaction. Many began to ask the question, “Who is this?” This is a question we all have to ask at some point in our lives. Who is Jesus? But we don’t just ask it once...2016-03-2104 minOne Verse Devotional016: The last will be first | Matthew 19:30016: The last will be first | Matthew 19:30
Look out for #1! That’s what our culture tells us. Unfortunately, that thinking is totally opposite of the Bible.
Work hard to get ahead, no matter the cost. That's what our world teaches. Love first. That’s what the Bible teaches. Put others before ourselves. Whenever we do that, it always seems to work out for us, too. Funny how that works, isn’t it? Maybe Jesus was on to something.
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One Verse is a short, daily devotional designed to help you...2016-02-2904 minOne Verse Devotional011: The lost sheep | Matthew 18:12The Shepherd cares about every single one of His sheep.
Are you the lost sheep? Have you gone your own way and chose to turn your back on a God who loves you? It’s not too late. Our One Verse today was spoken by Jesus, Himself! He is pursuing you. He isn’t angry with you. He desires to restore your relationship and spend time with you. Don’t keep running from God. He cares for you. Maybe today is the day that you turn around and run back to Him!
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