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Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastPsalm 7:14-17Whoever is pregnant with evil conceives trouble and gives birth to disillusionment.Whoever digs a hole and scoops it out falls into the pit they have made.The trouble they cause recoils on them; their violence comes down on their own heads.+Imagine being âpregnant with evil.â Consider who can access our intimate lives. Who or what hides evil inside--with hurtful actions, violent images, and vengeful slogans that tear others apart? And why?Our speech and actions can embed seeds of rage or merc...2025-07-1501 min
Make Schools Christian AgainGenesis 4: Cain and AbelThe ancient narrative of Cain and Abel stands as humanity's first recorded murder mystery, though there's little mystery about who committed the crime. This foundational story from Genesis 4 explores the devastating consequences of unchecked jealousy and the ripple effects of violence that would shape human civilization.When God accepts Abel's offering of prime lambs but rejects Cain's crop offering, we witness the dangerous birth of comparison and spiritual envy. God's warning to Cain provides one of scripture's most vivid metaphors: sin crouching at the door like a predator, waiting to pounce and dominate unless mastered. It's a...2025-07-0603 min
Pastor Sherman BurkheadGenesis Part 16: Sinâs Legacy and Godâs MercyGenesis Part 16: Sinâs Legacy and Godâs Mercy
đ Genesis 4:8â16
In this sobering and hopeful sermon, we witness the deepening corruption of humanity through Cainâs murder of his brother, and yet, we also see the surprising mercy of God. Genesis 4 confronts us with the legacy of sinâalienation, judgment, and fearâbut also offers a glimpse of grace and the promise of restoration through Christ.
đ€ Theme: The deepening corruption of sin, Godâs righteous judgment, and His surprising mercy.
đĄ Proposition: Because sin leads to alienation, judgment, and fear, we must turn to Christ, whose blood speaks a better word than Abelâs and who res...2025-06-2337 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastLuke 1:46-51God took one good look at me, and look what happenedâIâm the most fortunate woman on earth!What God has done for me will never be forgotten,the God whose very name is holy, set apart from all others.His mercy flows in wave after waveon those who are in awe before him.He bared his arm and showed his strength,scattered the bluffing braggarts.+With some people thereâs no doubt whoâs...2025-06-1801 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastPsalm 30:5, 11-12You turned my wailing into dancing;you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy,that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent.Lord my God, I will praise you forever.+It is difficult to live in the image of God whose âanger lasts only a moment,â and whose âfavor lasts a lifetime.â Yet Godâs love invigorates us with an eternal power we can tap for change in ourselves and our communities.Receive the great mercy that makes our...2025-05-3101 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastIsaiah 50:8-9The Lord God who vindicates me is near.Who will contend with me?Let us stand up together.Who is my adversary?Let them come near to me.Behold, the Lord God helps me;who will declare me guilty?Behold, all of them will wear out like a garment;the moth will eat them up.+Nearly six hundred years before Jesus, Isaiah prophesied that a gracious person could face the terror of crucifixion...2025-04-1301 min
Reformed Devotionals Daily PodcastGenesis 4:1-16 Cain and AbelGenesis 4:1â16 (ESV)Now Adam knew his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, âI have gotten a man with the help of the Lord.â And again she bore his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, and Cain a worker of the ground.In the course of time Cain brought to the Lord an offering of the fruit of the ground, and Abel also brought of the firstborn of his flock and of their fat portions.And the Lord had regard for Abel and his offering, but for Cain and his offering he had no regard.So Cai...2025-04-0709 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastMarch 2025 Flashđ„Devos ~ Thank You!Thank you to all whoâve been praying with me during March as we celebrate Divine mercy. Todayâs thank-you gift is a Lenten revelation about attuning to Christâs suffering through experiences I had at Prairiewoods, a Franciscan Eco-Spirituality Center in Hiawatha, Iowa. May the gift of reconciliation come to you through nature as well, a reciprocal movement of loving forgiveness that shifts how we live in the world.Bouquet of Thorns by Marianne Abel-LipschutzA direct encounter with Jesus in a locust tree taught me how God shares life with e...2025-03-3006 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastMatthew 9:27-29Two blind men followed him, calling out, âHave mercy on us, Son of David!âWhen he had gone indoors, the blind men came to him, and he asked them, âDo you believe that I am able to do this?"+These men respected the power and possibility of restoration with Jesus. âThen he touched their eyes and said, âAccording to your faith let it be done to you.ââ Do others see faith as a power in your life?Ask Jesus for mercy. You'll receive a whole lot more.Todayâ...2025-03-1700 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + Podcast1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Take a good look, friends, at who you were when you got called into this life. I donât see many of âthe brightest and the bestâ among you, not many influential, not many from high-society families. Isnât it obvious that God deliberately chose men and women that the culture overlooks and exploits and abuses, chose these ânobodiesâ to expose the hollow pretensions of the âsomebodiesâ?+Bathe the beloved community in mercy.Who has not received a holy anointing to serve?Olly Costelloâs bright collages delighted me when I first cl...2025-02-2101 min
Divine Mercy Ruimsig's PodcastMonday of the 6th Week in Ordinary Time â Year 1Send us a textMonday, 17 February 2025Monday of the 6th Week in Ordinary Time â Year 1 Antiphons on p. 823 and Readings on p. 830 of the Daily Missal.First Reading: Genesis 4:1-15.25Adam knew Eve his wife,  and she conceived and bore Cain, saying,  âI have gotten a man with the help of the Lord.â  And again, she bore his brother Abel.  Now Abel was a keeper of sheep,  and Cain a tiller of the ground. In the course of time, Cain brou...2025-02-1707 minDivine Mercy Ruimsig's PodcastThursday 4th week in Ordinary Time, Year I Sts. Paul Miki and CompanionsSend us a textThursday 6 February 2025Thursday 4th week in Ordinary Time, Year ISts. Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs Antiphons on page 1889 and readings on page 789 Daily Missal Entrance AntiphonThe souls of the Saints are rejoicing in heaven, the Saints who followed the footsteps of Christ, and since for love of him they shed their blood, they now exult with Christ for ever.First Reading: Hebrews 12:18-19.21-24A reading from th...2025-02-0606 min
Roseville Covenant SermonsA Bias Towards Mercy // Rev. Matt Kennedy // Jan 26 2025Perhaps the bitter cold days of midwinter are not the best time to read the stories of Genesis 3-11 , they tell a sad story. Fairly quickly in the book of Genesis we read an extended account of humanity's descent into sin and destruction. Last week we read of the exile from the garden; the beginning of the descent, but unfortunately it was only the beginning. This week we turn to the next generation of our ancient ancestors and uncover a crime more terrible than the first: the murder of a brother. Cain kills Abel. Once again, th...2025-01-2931 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastLuke 1:76, 78-79And you, my child, will be called a prophet of the Most High⊠because of the tender mercy of our God,by which the rising sun will come to us from heaven to shine on those living in darknessand in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.â+Give thanks when you hear how and why you are called to live.Let âthe tender mercy of our Godâ allow everyone to grow through love.2025-01-2500 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastColossians 4:17-18 âSee to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.â I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.+In prison and on papyrus, Paul poured out his heart to disrupt evil with Christâs love. I honor how Paulâs writing still shapes our faith. Can you write or draw about what holds your conscience captive?Shine Godâs mercy into âthe fruitless deeds of darknessâ with words and images of power and spirit.Meg West and I have bee...2025-01-2201 min
7 Minutes Of HeavenThe First Family Feud: How Humanity Began to Seek GodWelcome to 7 Minutes of Heaven!In todayâs episode, weâre diving into Genesis 4 and uncovering the powerful story of Cain and Abel.
This transformative Bible study will help you:
âš Understand the significance of faith-filled worship.
đ„ Learn the consequences of unchecked sin and pride.
â€ïž Discover how Godâs justice is balanced by His mercy.
đĄ Reflect on how our hearts affect our relationship with God.
âïž Key Takeaways:
đ True worship begins with humility and faith, not ritual or self-reliance.
đĄïž Sin, like a crouching predator...2025-01-2007 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastLuke 8:38-39 Jesus sent him away, saying, "Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you."+Two men crazed by demons lived in the tombs. When Jesus drew near, he restored their health and sanity, then showed mercy even to the demons, granting their wishes. The townspeople took fright at Godâs power and fled. One of the healed men begged to follow Jesus but received a holy anointing for a tough assignment--to serve his community instead.Let your obedience embody the merciful presence of God.To...2025-01-1001 min
Wonderfully Made: Bible Stories for childrenCain and Abel: A Lesson on Choices and God's MercyJoin us in this heartfelt episode of Wonderfully Made: Bible Stories for Children as we explore the story of Cain and Abel. Discover how Cain's anger led to a difficult choice and how God, even in His justice, showed mercy. Through this story, children will learn about the importance of trusting God, making good choices, and understanding His love and forgiveness. Perfect for family devotionals, car rides, or quiet time, this episode brings the Bible to life with engaging storytelling and thoughtful lessons.2024-12-2804 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastTitus 3:3-5 For at one time, we too were foolish and disobedient, deceived and enslaved by a variety of passions and pleasures. We spent our lives in evil and envy; people hated us, and we hated each other. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, God delivered us.+Sometimes our troubled lives can take a detour and, by the grace of God, we stop and think. A wordless plea for mercy opens pathways.Turn to a friend or the mirror or the Spirit with hope.Iâm...2024-12-2601 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + Podcast2 Corinthians 7:11 See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done.+We fear remorse and shame when seeking forgiveness. Yet the Lord shows mercy and grace. Reconciling with God opens hearts and doors so we can turn to others in peace.Seek the fruits of reconciliation through Jesus that create a flourishing life for all.Flashđ„Devos + Podcast is a reader-supported publication. Your subscription is a gift to the arts and...2024-12-2001 min
The Story of God - City Alive ChurchIn the Beginning E4 - Cain & AbelOutside the eternal life of God in Eden, Adam and Eve's family experiences the destructive effects of sin up close. Cain allows sin to corrupt his heart, he kills his brother Abel, and he is driven out from the presence of God. But Abel's death is a sign of another innocent death to come, the death of Christ. Abel's blood cried out for justice, but Jesus' blood cries out for mercy.2024-12-0512 min
Marianne's FLASHđ„DEVOS PodcastFlashđ„Devos + PodcastRomans 2:3-4 Tell me, when you do the same kinds of things that you judge others for, do you think what you have done will be hidden from the eyes of the Great Spirit? Or do you hold bitter thoughts about Creatorâs kindness, patience, and willingness to bear with others?+We silly humans judge our Creator for excessive patience, unreasonable forgiveness, and outrageous mercy.Accept Creatorâs kindness. Allow yourself to be drawn back toward the right path today.Give your spiritual life a boost with a free or paid...2024-11-2600 min
Practical Advice from the ScripturesGenesis 4 - The Story of Cain and AbelIn this episode of Practical Advice from the Scriptures, we explore the tragic story of Cain and Abel from Genesis 4, where sibling rivalry escalates into jealousy, anger, and ultimately murder. We recount the narrative of Cainâs jealousy over his brother Abelâs offering to God, and the devastating consequences of his actions.Through modern applications, we delve into key themes such as the importance of intention in our actions, the dangers of letting jealousy and anger fester, and the necessity of personal responsibility. We also reflect on the balance between justice and mercy, and how our indi...2024-10-2606 minDivine Mercy Ruimsig's PodcastThursday of the Twenty-Eighth Week in Ordinary Time - Year IISend us a textThursday, 17 October 2024Thursday of the Twenty-Eighth Week in Ordinary Time - Year IISt Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and martyr, memorialAntiphons on page 1786 and Readings on Page 1364 of the Daily Missal Entrance Antiphon.With Christ I am nailed to the cross, yet I am alive, though it is no longer I, but Christ who is alive in me. I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me, andgave himself up for me.2024-10-1706 min
The Philpott PodcastGenesis: In the Begining - Genesis 4 - Cain & Abel, a Story of Sin & JusticeThis Sunday we continue our series on Genesis as Pastor Russell walks through the story of Genesis 4 and looks at the implications of Cain & Abel's story for our lives, including the role of Christ's sacrifice in bringing redemption to our sinfulness.
Discussion Questions for this Message:
How does the story of Cain and Abel illustrate the ripple effects of sin in our relationships with others and with God? Consider the progression from Adam and Eveâs disobedience to Cainâs murder of Abel.
What can we learn from the way God...2024-10-1333 min
Venture ChurchGenesis: Cain and AbelIn this message, Pastor Brandon shares a gripping sermon on the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis, exploring how sin and the human desire for revenge and judgment can lead to devastation. Cainâs jealousy and rage lead to the first murder in history, and Pastor Brandon discusses how revenge, pride, and anger create cursed lives for many. However, this message also highlights Godâs mercy, offering hope for those willing to confess and repent. Learn how Godâs mercy triumphs over judgment and how to break free from the destructive cycle of revenge.2024-10-0637 min
The Word Walk with Ty: Bible, Faith & Real-Life QuestionsEpisode 2 - Cain and Abel: When Worship Turns to Wrath (Genesis 4 Explained)Send us a textIn this episode of The Word Walk, Ty unpacks the tragic story of Cain and Abel in Genesis 4âthe first recorded act of worship and the first murder. Why did God accept Abelâs offering but not Cainâs? What does this moment reveal about the posture of our hearts toward God?Weâll explore:The difference between Cain and Abelâs offeringsGodâs warning to Cainâand what it teaches us about temptationHow unchecked anger leads to devastating consequencesGodâs response: justice with unexpected mercyWhat this story means for how we worship...2024-07-2325 min