https://lifeword.org Pray. Give. Reach the World. en-US Lifeword Lifeword Cloud info@lifeword.org https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28105&title=Counteracting-Culture-with-Grace-and-Truth:-Equipping-Gen-Z-to-Stand-Firm-in-Faith Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:48:00 +0000 On this episode of Life Perspectives, Michael Goering talks to Abigail Dejarnet as she  shares how her ministry, CounterACT USA, equips Gen Z Christians to respond to shifting cultural and political ideologies with biblical truth and grace, emphasizing the importance of keeping the gospel central amid modern challenges and spiritual hunger among young people. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org]]>https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28105&title=Counteracting-Culture-with-Grace-and-Truth:-Equipping-Gen-Z-to-Stand-Firm-in-Faith https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28098&title=Tired-of-Being-the-One-Who-Tries? Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:34:23 +0000 On this episode of Awake My Soul, Yalanda asks the question, Are you exhausted from always being the one who checks in, shows up, gives, forgives, and tries? 💔 In this devotional, we’ll look at what Jesus says about loving others when the effort doesn’t feel equal. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org]]>https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28098&title=Tired-of-Being-the-One-Who-Tries? https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28097&title=Don\'t-Blend-In Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:51:46 +0000 On this episode of Awake My Soul, Yalanda asks, What if something as simple as a bland casserole could remind us of a powerful truth from Jesus? Join Yalanda as she talks about what it really means to be the “salt of the earth” and how our lives can reflect His goodness to the world around us. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" 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Yalanda shares in Awake My Soul a message to remind us that while we are limited, Jesus is not—He came to carry our burdens, heal our hearts, and offer the hope and restoration only He can give. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org]]>https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28048&title=The-Healing-We-Truly-Need https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28047&title=Learning-from-Our-Choices:-Trusting-God-on-the-Tailgate Fri, 29 May 2026 00:53:12 +0000 On this episode of Tailgate Talks, Blake and Sarai discuss the importance of making wise choices, learning from mistakes, and trusting in God, using a humorous farm story and Proverbs 3:5-6 as an illustration. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" 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Through stories from the outdoors and truth from God’s Word, this devotional challenges men to stop chasing their own plans and start looking for where God is moving—and join Him there. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org]]>https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28045&title=Follow-the-Bite https://lifeword.org/inside?id=28044&title=Hope-Amid-Rituals:-The-Light-of-Christ-in-Nepal Thu, 28 May 2026 22:03:13 +0000 On this episode of Painting With Pantoja, Heather and Fernanda share the story about how, in the midst of Kathmandu’s spiritual traditions and crowded streets, individuals seeking something real are discovering hope in Jesus—despite the costs—bringing light to places long shrouded in darkness. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" 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