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Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksGod Fulfills His Promises - He uses the unlikely, even us!Primary Scripture: Joshua 2:8-11In this episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores Joshua 2, focusing on Rahab, a Gentile prostitute who becomes an unexpected instrument of God. He emphasizes that God fulfills His promises through the "unlikely," demonstrating His power to restore the broken and use anyone for His glory. Pastor Rodney highlights how Rahab’s courageous faith and recognition of God’s sovereignty led to her family's salvation and her own inclusion in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, the message illustrates that one person's obedience can impact generations.
2026-01-2330 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Workers In The Vineyard Primary Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16In the concluding episode of Parables, Pastor Rodney explores Matthew 20:1-16, the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. He contrasts our human preoccupation with fairness and effort with the radical, benevolent grace of the King of Kings.Through the story of the landowner hiring laborers at various hours, Pastor Rodney highlights that salvation is unmerited and unearned—a gift "done" by Christ, not a result of our "doing". Rodney challenges believers to view service as a privilege rather than a burden, reminding us that in God’s kingdom, the...
2026-01-2129 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Weeds Primary Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30In this episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores The Parable of the Weeds (or Tares) from Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43. He emphasizes that this parable reveals the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven. Pastor Rodney explains that the Son of Man (Jesus) sows good seed (the people of the Kingdom), while an enemy (the devil) sows weeds (the people of the evil one).Key themes include:The Reality of Two Kings: Choosing between the King of Kings, who offers eternal love and grace, or a lesser king of...
2026-01-2128 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The TenantsPrimary Scripture: Luke 20:9-19 & Proverbs 15:31-33In this episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Tenants from Luke 20. Set during the final days of Jesus' ministry in Jerusalem, the sermon highlights the escalating conflict between Jesus and the religious leaders who question His divine authority.Through the lens of the parable, Rodney illustrates God’s patience and man’s rebellion, emphasizing how the religious elite rejected God’s messengers and ultimately His Son to preserve their own power. The message concludes with a powerful call to submission, reminding listeners that J...
2026-01-2129 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Pharisee and the Tax Collector Primary Scripture: Luke 18:9-14In this episode of the Rod Talks podcast, Pastor Rodney examines the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector from Luke 18. He uses this narrative to contrast two extreme spiritual attitudes: self-righteousness and repentance. Through the Pharisee’s prideful performance and the Tax Collector’s humble plea for mercy, Rodney underscores the dire condition of humanity apart from God. He emphasizes that true justification is an act of God's grace, not a reward for human effort. Leaving a powerful reminder that only through humility and reliance on Christ’s sacrifice can on...
2026-01-2127 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Persistent WidowPrimary Scriptures: Luke 18:1-8In this episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Persistent Widow from Luke 18. He defines persistence as "grabbing a hold and not letting go," comparing the widow’s relentless pleas for justice to a child’s determination. Rodney emphasizes that Jesus uses the "unjust judge" as a foil to God’s holy character, illustrating that if a flawed man eventually grants justice, a loving Father certainly will. Pastor Rodney challenges listeners to pray without ceasing and maintain faith through life's trials, trusting that God always acts in our be...
2026-01-2127 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - Rich Man and LazarusPrimary Scripture: Luke 16:19-31In this compelling episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores the powerful narrative of the Rich Man and Lazarus from Luke 16. He addresses the theological debate over whether the story is a parable or a factual account, ultimately affirming his belief in its literal truth.Rodney vividly contrasts the Rich Man’s earthly luxury with Lazarus’s suffering, revealing how their eternal fates dramatically flip in the afterlife. Central to his message is the urgency of repentance; he stresses that decisions made during our lifetime are final, as a "grea...
2026-01-2134 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Shrewd ManagerPrimary Scripture: Luke 16:1-15In this episode of Rod Talks, Pastor Rodney explores one of Jesus’ most complex teachings: The Parable of the Shrewd Manager from Luke 16. He challenges the common cultural mindset of "it’s just business," where ethics are often sidelined for profit.By examining the manager’s cleverness in securing his future, Pastor Rodney highlights Jesus’ real message: our ultimate priority must be eternal, not temporal. He reminds us that we cannot serve two masters; if we are devoted to worldly wealth, we cannot fully serve God.
2026-01-2136 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Lost SonPrimary Scriptures: Luke 15:11-32In this episode, Pastor Rodney explores the famous Parable of the Lost Son (Luke 15:11-32), the final of three parables Jesus used to address the self-righteousness of the Pharisees. He highlights the younger son’s rebellious demand for his inheritance—an act of total disregard for his father—and his subsequent spiral into a "dire spiritual state" after squandering his wealth.Rodney emphasizes the Father’s character, defined by:Mercy: Not giving the son the punishment he deserved.Grace: Restoring the repentant son to full sonship immediately.The epis...
2026-01-2134 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Lost Sheep and CoinPrimary Scripture: Luke 15:1-10In episode 8 of the Rod Talks podcast, Pastor Rodney explores the Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin from Luke 15. He begins by explaining the historical context of the Pharisees and Sadducees, noting their self-righteous resistance to Jesus’ ministry. Rodney emphasizes that "lostness" is a dire spiritual state of separation from God caused by sin. However, he highlights Jesus’ compassionate mission to seek and save the lost. Believers are called to mirror God's joy when the lost are found through repentance.
2026-01-2150 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Great BanquetPrimary Scripture: Luke 14:15-24In Episode 7 of the Parables series, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Great Banquet from Luke 14. He begins by connecting it to Jesus’ previous teaching about the "narrow door" and the cost of salvation. Rodney highlights the irony of the guests’ excuses—prioritizing land, livestock, and marriage over a divine invitation—and draws modern parallels to how everyday distractions can lead us to reject God.He emphasizes the host’s reaction: expanding the invitation to the "unlikely"—the poor and broken—and compelling them to enter so the house is full...
2026-01-2130 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The YeastPrimary Scripture: Luke 13:10-21In Episode 6 of the Rod Talks podcast, Pastor Rodney explores The Parable of the Yeast from Luke 13:10-21. He sets the scene on the Sabbath in a synagogue, where Jesus heals a woman crippled for eighteen years, highlighting his compassion and divine authority.The focus then shifts to the parable, where Pastor Rodney explains that just as a small amount of yeast transforms a large batch of dough, the Kingdom of God begins inconspicuously but grows pervasively. He emphasizes that this internal transformation, through grace, leads to visible changes...
2026-01-2132 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Unmerciful Servant Primary Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35In this episode of the Rod Talks podcast, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant from Matthew 18. He emphasizes that for Christians, forgiveness is not merely a suggestion but a spiritual obligation rooted in the grace already received from God. Using the parable, he illustrates the stark contrast between a master who cancels an unpayable debt and a servant who refuses to show similar mercy to a peer. Rodney concludes that true followers of Christ must be "grace extenders," offering unconditional forgiveness to others as a reflection of God’s...
2026-01-2132 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Fig TreePrimary Scripture: Luke 13:1-9In Episode 4 of the Rod Talks podcast, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Fig Tree from Luke 13:1-9. Addressing a crowd about the Galileans killed by Pilate, he challenges the idea that suffering is a direct result of being a "worse sinner". He emphasizes that repentance is a universal command, defined as turning from sin and aligning one's heart with God’s will. The parable highlights God’s patience and mercy as the gardener (Jesus) advocates for more time to nurture the tree, illustrating that while God is merciful, there is a...
2026-01-2130 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Rich FoolPrimary Scripture: Luke 12:13-21In this episode, Pastor Rodney explores the Parable of the Rich Fool (Luke 12). Triggered by a man’s request to settle an inheritance dispute, Jesus warns against greed and hypocrisy. The parable describes a wealthy man who builds larger barns to store a massive harvest, planning a life of leisure. God calls him a "fool," as he dies that night, leaving his wealth behind. Rodney concludes that true life is found in being "rich toward God"—prioritizing a relationship with Him and using resources to serve others rather than for selfish gain...
2026-01-2131 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Good SamaritanPrimary Scripture: Luke 10:25-37In episode 2 of the Parables podcast series, the Pastor Rodney explores the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10. He emphasizes that a "good question," such as "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" can still arise from poor motives, noting that the expert in the law only sought to test Jesus. The podcast highlights that knowing the "book answer" about loving God and neighbors is insufficient without genuine action. Ultimately, mercy can be found in the most unlikely places but mercy through Jesus is the only solution for redemption.
2026-01-2135 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksParables - The Sower - SoilPrimary Scripture: Luke 8:1-15This episode kicks off a new study of Jesus’ parables, beginning with the Parable of the Sower from Luke 8. We explore why Jesus used "earthly stories with heavenly meanings" to invite people into meaningful engagement with the Gospel. The discussion centers on the good news of redemption and how our reception of God's Word depends on the "soil" of our hearts: the path, rocky ground, thorns, or good soil. Discover how life's worries or a lack of spiritual "moisture" can hinder growth, and be challenged to become good soil that yields a...
2026-01-2134 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksGod Fulfills His Promises - A New LeaderPrimary Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9Episode 2 - A New Leader: In this episode of "Rod Talk - Joshua", Pastor Rodney walks through the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua and how "God Fulfills His Promises” through a call to be "strong and courageous," as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land.
2026-01-2034 min
Raiford Road Church - Rod TalksGod Fulfills His Promises - End of an EraPrimary Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:48-52Episode 1 - End of an Era: In the debut episode of the podcast series "Rod Talk - Joshua," Pastor Rodney explores the theme "God Fulfills His Promises" by examining the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua.
2026-01-2034 min
The Saluki Royalty PodcastSaluki Radio Basketball Podcast - Game 1 (McKendree)We are back for another season of Saluki Basketball Podcast previews! Hall of Famer Rodney Watson and the voice of the Salukis Luke Martin break down the two exhibition games for SIU, talk about the impact of Herman Williams on SIU Basketball, plus interviews with Hall of Famer Ed Thompson and McKendree head coach George Suggs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-11-0336 min
Sounds of BlueSOB 388 - Featured artists: Muddy Waters, more Herbie Mann, Larry Coryell, Peter Frampton, Jimmy McGriff, Reuben Wilson, Gene Ammons, Harold Vick, Bunky Green & David LaFlamme. + PLUS my (weekly) frightening & exploding ($3.69 + gasoline price) reminder from NRBQ; who wrote & sang about 1979's gas, oil, energy & INFLATION crisis (FOUR +) decades ago! As Yogi Berra would say: "It's déjà vu all over again." I say: HIGH ENERGY PRICES SUCK! SIGNUP FOR MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT: BobP@SoundsofBlue.com - Where you can win FREE CD's, Concert tickets, and more!Artist Song Album Label NotesKinks & NRBQ Gallon of Gas & Get That Gasoline Blues - ID Low Budget - 1979 & 45 RPM Single Arista & Red Rooster-Rounds 2023 Gasoline & Oil IDHerbie Mann Come Together by Lennon & McCarthy w/Ayers, Eddie Hinton, Beckett, Hood & Vitous + Muscle Shoals Nitty Gritty - 1970 Atlantic Records Herbie Mann - 93 - Born NYCEric Clapton & Peter Frampton While My Guitar Gentle Weeps by George Harrison Crossoroads - 2019 Youtube Peter Frampton - 73Peter Frampton Jumping Jack Flash by Jagger & Richards Frampton Comes Alive - 1975 2LP's on 1CD A&M Records Peter Frampton - 73The Rock House All Stars Mignight Rambler by Jagger & Richards - Fea...
2023-05-144h 05
The MIKE Show VAScheduled SexIs Scheduled Sex Is Just as Good as the Spontaneous Kind??? And our TOPLIST- Top Reasons Scheduled Sex Is Just as Good as Spontaneous Sex!!! NOT Headline News & Do Couples Take Longer to Text Each Other Back . . . the Longer They've Been Together?5 Random Facts Include- "the angel's share", Statue at Harvard Wrong, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal , certified master cheesemakers, Shaquille O'Neal at Walmart! Kayla joins from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce talking about the Live2Lead Workshop coming up! AudioVault- Live Action Little Mermaid, Pranksters Fly Weather Balloon over the...
2023-02-1643 min
Salty Dog Blues N Roots PodcastBANNER Blues N Roots - Salty Dog (May 2025)Visit: www.salty.com.au
New Episode Out Now – BANNER
Salty Dog Blues N Roots Podcast – 2 hours of premium blues and roots from Australia and beyond.
Tune into BANNER, a deep-cut journey across soulful grooves, back porch blues, swampy soul, and roots-drenched brilliance. This two-hour set weaves legends and rising voices from both sides of the globe—with standout Australian talent in the spotlight.
Featuring tracks by:
Jimmy Burns, Otis Spann, Raphael Wressnig, Dr. Lonnie Smith
Nathan Beretta N Dan Sullivan, Hussy Hicks, Emily Barker, Josh Cheyenne, The Blow Out and more
Plus heartfelt tributes, smouldering guitar lines, and rich storyt...
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