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Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
The High King Over All
In this episode of "Day by Day," host Dr. Clif Johnson explores Psalm 9 as part of the Summer in the Psalms series. Dr. Clif delves into how David praises God not just with thanks, but by recognizing Him as El Elyon—the Most High with supreme authority above all creation. Discover profound comfort and perspective in God’s unchanging throne of justice, and be reminded that true justice prevails despite worldly chaos. Reflect on the certainty of God’s rule, His perfect judgments, and find encouragement to trust His timing even when the wicked seem to prosper.
By: Clif Johnson
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Aired on
Jun 11, 2025
Duration
00:02:23 min.
00:02:23 min.
Tailgate Talks
A Perfect Place for Common Grace
The world is full of simple, good gifts of God's common grace.
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By: Blake Martin
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Aired on
Jun 11, 2025
Show
Tailgate Talks
Duration
00:04:04 min.
00:04:04 min.
Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
Praise With a Pulse
Join Dr. Clif Johnson on LifeWord’s Day by Day as he dives into Psalm 9 and explores David’s wholehearted worship. Discover how true praise is rooted in remembering God’s powerful interventions and faithfulness through every season—battlefields, valleys, and victories. Reflect, remember, and let your praise have a pulse that inspires faith in others.
By: Clif Johnson
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(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 10, 2025
Duration
00:02:23 min.
00:02:23 min.
Lori Cline - Greatest Hits
Lori Cline's Greatest Hits: Least Likely to Succeed
God cares more about the position of our hears than the positions we may hold. Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!
By: Lori Cline
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 10, 2025
Duration
00:03:58 min.
00:03:58 min.
Day by Day Dangerous
Day by Day Dangerous
Join Dr. Clif Johnson as he dives into a common but risky approach to Bible study—treating the Bible as a personal road map for life’s decisions. Dr. Clif unpacks why centering ourselves in Scripture study can be spiritually hazardous, and instead encourages listeners to approach the Bible primarily as a way to know God’s nature and character. Tune in to discover how shifting your focus from “What should I do?” to “Who is God?” leads to deeper, more fruitful Bible study. If you’re looking to enrich your relationship with God and grow in genuine wisdom, this episode is for you.
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 09, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:04:59 min.
00:04:59 min.
ADAW
Against The Current
It's summer, and we’re talking plans — fishing trips, beach days, church camps, and... pickleball? 😂 But underneath the fun, we're asking real questions: Are the plans we make drawing us closer to God or pulling us away?
By: Fernanda Posadas
(Lifeword)
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Aired on
Jun 06, 2025
Duration
00:24:25 min.
00:24:25 min.
Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
Why God Laughs: Confidence in the King
The King is already crowned. His victory is already sealed. Stand tall in His triumph.
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Why does God laugh? Because He has already installed His King—Jesus. His purposes will not fail. No rebellion can dethrone Him. No uprising can unsettle Him. Jesus reigns.
Psalm 2 shifts from rebellion to resolution. God says, “I have set My King on Zion.” It’s not a plan; it’s a done deal. Jesus has been enthroned through His resurrection and ascension. Every knee will bow. Every tongue will confess. It's inevitable.
Clif Johnson emphasizes: we live in the already-but-not-yet tension. Christ reigns now, but His final visible kingdom is still unfolding. Our job? Spread His reign by proclaiming His gospel. Live unshaken. Worship with confidence. Press on with hope.
When anxiety rises—about politics, culture, the future—Psalm 2 calls us to remember: the King is already on the throne. And we belong to Him.
Prayer Points:
King Jesus, anchor my heart in the certainty of Your reign.
Help me live like someone who serves a victorious King, not a defeated one.
Use me to advance Your kingdom, one act of love, truth, and courage at a time.
2 People To Pray For Regino Acuna and his family, our National Changemakers in Paraguay The Fipa Lifeword broadcast for the people of Tanzania
Summary:
The King is already crowned. His victory is already sealed. Stand tall in His triumph.
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 06, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:22 min.
00:02:22 min.
Life Perspectives
Life Perspectives: Megan Almon
The movement of pro-life seeks to uphold the sanctity of life God grants to all people.
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By: Michael Goering
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Aired on
Jun 05, 2025
Show
Life Perspectives
Duration
00:02:22 min.
00:02:22 min.
Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
Kiss the Son: The Call to Allegiance
There’s no neutral ground with Jesus. Bow now in worship, or bow later in regret.
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After laying out the rebellion of the nations and the laughter of heaven, Psalm 2 ends with a call: Serve the Lord with fear, and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son.
In ancient culture, kissing a king's hand or feet was a sign of homage and loyalty. To "kiss the Son" means to bow the knee now in willing surrender before He comes in judgment.
This isn't just a message for ancient kings. It's for us. We've all rebelled. We all must heed the warning. Submission to Christ isn't optional; it’s urgent.
Clif Johnson reminds us: Psalm 2 isn’t just warning others out there—it’s calling us to respond personally. The mercy is immense ("Blessed are all who take refuge in Him"), but so is the danger ("Kiss the Son, lest He be angry"). This is no time for lukewarm half-measures. It’s full-hearted surrender or self-chosen ruin.
Prayer Points:
Jesus, teach me to serve You with reverent joy and trembling wonder.
Let my life be a visible kiss of allegiance to You every day.
Keep me from cold, casual Christianity—ignite deep devotion.
2 People To Pray For Pablo Munoz and his family, our National Changemakers in Chile The Fante Lifeword broadcast for the people of Ghana
Summary:
There’s no neutral ground with Jesus. Bow now in worship—or bow later in regret.
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 05, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:01:56 min.
00:01:56 min.
Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
Plotting Against God: A Losing Battle
Human rebellion may roar loud, but God's reign remains undefeated, and so must our surrender.
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Psalm 2 shows us humanity’s default posture toward God—rebellion. Nations rage, kings take counsel, rulers plot. The Hebrew word for "plot" means to mutter or murmur under your breath—like conspirators huddling in a dark alley, scheming how to throw off God's reign.
Why this anger? Why this stubbornness? Verse 3 tells us: they see God’s authority as bondage. They see His laws, His standards, His goodness—and call it chains. They don't want a King; they want autonomy.
But rebellion against God isn't just the posture of ancient kings or modern nations—it’s also the bent of our own hearts. We resist authority. We want to call the shots. Psalm 2 doesn’t just describe "them"; it diagnoses "us."
Clif Johnson reminds us that this psalm first applied to David and Israel—but ultimately points to Christ. Herod and Pontius Pilate, Jews and Gentiles alike, united against Jesus, fulfilling this ancient rage. And yet, even their rebellion was folded into God's redemptive plan.
Prayer Points:
Father, reveal areas in my heart where I still resist Your authority.
Forgive me for calling Your good boundaries "chains."
Teach me to delight in Your reign rather than resist it.
2 People To Pray For Marco Gaspar and his family, our National Changemakers in Portugal The Ewe Lifeword broadcast for the people of Benin, Ghana & Togo
Summary:
Human rebellion may roar loud, but God's reign remains undefeated—and so must our surrender.
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 04, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:12 min.
00:02:12 min.
Tailgate Talks
Beauty From Hardship
Challenging moments in our lives can produce good things.
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By: Blake Martin
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 04, 2025
Show
Tailgate Talks
Duration
00:03:21 min.
00:03:21 min.
Stand Firm Parents
Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Released Church
Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Released Churchwith Rob Wegner, KC Underground
In this standout episode, Jake McCandless welcomes Rob Wegner, co-founder of KC Underground, to unpack how the decentralized, disciple-making model of the early church can transform the way we parent today.
Drawing from his years of experience catalyzing movements in both India and the U.S., Rob shares how microchurches and spiritual families—built on rhythms of worship, community, and mission—mirror the practices of the Book of Acts. More importantly, he shows how these rhythms shape children into lifelong disciples.
This episode is a masterclass in parenting as discipleship. Rob outlines simple, powerful rhythms—like the B.L.E.S.S. model—that any family can adopt: Begin in prayer, Listen, Eat together, Serve others, and Share stories of God’s work. He also emphasizes the vital role of multi-generational spiritual families and how integrating children into the life of the church, rather than segmenting them away, builds faith that lasts.
💡 Key takeaways for parents:
Faith must be lived with our children, not just taught to them.
Everyday moments—meals, walks, and bedtime—can become spiritual milestones.
Children grow in their faith best through shared mission, joy, and vulnerability in the home.
📘 Get Rob’s Book: The Starfish and the Spirit🌐 Visit KC Underground: https://www.kcunderground.org
Stand Firm Parents is a production of Stand Firm Ministries in partnership with LifeWord Studios.
Rob Wegner Bio
Rob Wegner is a leading voice in the missional movement and the co-founder of KC Underground—a decentralized network of disciple-making microchurches across Kansas City. He also serves with NewThing and Exponential’s Microchurch.Next initiative. Rob is the co-author of The Starfish and the Spirit, a book equipping churches to release leadership and thrive as movemental communities.
📘 The Starfish and the Spirit on Amazon🔗 KC Underground Website🔗 NewThing Network
By: Jake McCandless
(Stand Firm/Lifeword)
(Stand Firm/Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 03, 2025
Show
Stand Firm Parents
Duration
00:40:44 min.
00:40:44 min.
Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
When the Nations Rage, God Laughs
When the world seems out of control, remember: God isn’t worried, He’s working.
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Have you ever scrolled through the news and felt like the world is spinning out of control? Psalm 2 captures that feeling perfectly. Nations rage. Peoples plot. Leaders unite in rebellion. It's not just political; it's deeply spiritual. Their cry? “Let us burst God’s bonds apart and cast away His cords!”
It’s easy to get rattled by the chaos. But Scripture lifts our eyes higher. While earth trembles in rebellion, heaven reverberates with laughter. God is not pacing the floors of heaven, wringing His hands. He is enthroned, undisturbed, sovereign.
Clif Johnson reminds us: God laughs because He knows the end of the story. Every rebellious scheme, every arrogant ruler, every attempt to dethrone God—already accounted for, already defeated. Acts 4:28 makes it plain: all the plotting only accomplishes God's predestined purposes.
When we’re tempted to fear, Psalm 2 invites us to trust. When the world feels unstable, the throne of heaven remains unshaken.
Prayer Points:
Lord, help me lift my eyes above the raging nations to Your unshakable throne.
Teach me to trust Your sovereignty when fear whispers otherwise.
Fill me with peace that comes from knowing You are laughing, not panicking.
2 People To Pray For Milan Bulak, our National Changemaker in the Czech Republic Enzima/Nzema Lifeword broadcast for the people of Ghana & Ivory Coast
Summary:
When the world seems out of control, remember: God isn’t worried—He’s working.
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 03, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:25 min.
00:02:25 min.
Day by Day Dangerous
Day by Day Dangerous
It is dangerous to our Bible study habits to read without submitting to the spirit of God.
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By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
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Aired on
Jun 02, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:03:42 min.
00:03:42 min.
Outdoors with Shaun Merrell
Hungry Fish
Looking for an adventure in the great outdoors with the family? Join Shaun Merrell as he searches out wildlife on the trails in Branson, MO. #outdoorswithshaunmerrell Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!
By: Shaun Merrell
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
Jun 01, 2025
Duration
00:19:08 min.
00:19:08 min.
ADAW
Knocking But No Answer
Welcome back to Another Day Another Way!
In this episode, Fernanda, Marlon, and Jose get honest about asking for help, facing disappointment, and realizing God’s “no” might actually be a bigger blessing in disguise.
Oh—and yes, there’s a wild debate: 100 humans vs. 1 gorilla? 🦍😂
🔥 If you’ve ever felt frustrated by unanswered prayers or afraid to admit you need help, this convo is for you.
By: Fernanda Posadas
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 30, 2025
Duration
00:28:35 min.
00:28:35 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
Mercy Bought On Sacred Ground
When we look back on the cross, we can recognize that it is where mercy met misery.
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At David’s altar on Araunah’s threshing floor, the sacrifice is made, and the plague stops. But this isn’t just a moment of relief—it’s a pointer to a greater story. This same plot of land will become the foundation for Solomon’s Temple. And long before that, Abraham nearly sacrificed Isaac here, only to have God provide a substitute.
In every case—Abraham, David, Solomon—the message is the same: judgment is real, but God provides a substitute. He stays the knife. He relents from the plague. He makes a way.
But on Good Friday, God did not stay His hand. On a hill just outside this area, the Father unleashed His wrath on His own Son. Jesus became the final, sufficient sacrifice. No more temporary relief—eternal redemption.
Every time David looked back at Araunah’s threshing floor, he could say, “That’s where mercy met misery.”
And every time we look back at the cross, we can say the same thing.
Prayer Points:
Thank You, Father, that You provided a final, perfect substitute in Jesus.
Help me to live in daily awe of the mercy You have shown.
Make me bold to tell the story of mercy to others who are still under the weight of judgment.
2 People To Pray For Angel De Jesus, our National Changemaker in Puerto Rico The Ekinyambo Lifeword broadcast for the people of Tanzania & Congo
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 30, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:07 min.
00:02:07 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
A Good King Points Forward
Even the best men have faults, but Jesus ascended as the Man and King with no fault.
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David, despite his flaws, points us to something greater. His humility after failure, his intercession for the people, his costly worship—all these highlight why he was a good king.
Yet David’s goodness has limits. He sins. He fails. He needs mercy himself.
This final chapter of Samuel whispers for something more: a greater King. One who would not just intercede but bear the full penalty. One whose obedience would be perfect, whose mercy would be unending.
Jesus is the better David. Where David sinned, Jesus obeyed. Where David offered symbolic sacrifices, Jesus became the sacrifice. Where David's mercy spared a city, Jesus' mercy spares the world.
Prayer Points:
Jesus, thank You for being the flawless King David could only foreshadow.
Teach me to treasure Your mercy and walk daily in Your grace.
Let my life reflect the kind of kingdom You are building—one of mercy and truth.
2 People To Pray For Rigoberto Jimenez and his family, our National Changemakers in El Salvador The Dagaare Lifeword broadcast for the people of Burkina Faso & Ghana
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 29, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:01:59 min.
00:01:59 min.
Life Perspectives
Life Perspectives: Mitch
One can be raised in a Christian environment, but must still make a personal decision to follow Jesus.
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By: Michael Goering
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 29, 2025
Show
Life Perspectives
Duration
00:32:20 min.
00:32:20 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
Mercy Ends The Plague
The God we pray to is not distant, but listens closely to the cries of the humble.
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David builds the altar, offers burnt offerings and peace offerings—and God responds. The plague is averted. Mercy wins the day.
This mirrors an earlier story in 2 Samuel 21 where famine was halted after an act of intercession. God responds to heartfelt repentance, to true worship.
Our God is not distant. He hears. He moves. His mercies are not stingy. They are vast, immediate, and rich for those who cry out to Him.
This is the God we pray to. The God whose heart is tender toward the broken. The God whose ear is tuned to the humble.
Prayer Points:
Lord, remind me that You hear and respond when I cry out to You.
Give me the faith to believe Your mercy is always near to the repentant.
Help me worship You with a heart full of gratitude for Your nearness.
2 People To Pray For Jairo Bonilla and his family, our National Changemakers in Costa Rica The Creole-Capeverdean Lifeword broadcast for the people of Cape Verde
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 28, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:01:45 min.
00:01:45 min.
Tailgate Talks
The Source of Our Sustenance
The source of everything we need is in Jesus, so we should trust Him.
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By: Blake Martin
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 28, 2025
Show
Tailgate Talks
Duration
00:03:39 min.
00:03:39 min.
Stand Firm Parents
Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from Brain Science
In this groundbreaking episode, Jake McCandless speaks with Dr. Jim Wilder, a pioneer in the intersection of neuroscience and faith. Dr. Wilder, the co-author of The Other Half of Church, introduces the concept of neurotheology, showing how our brains are wired for joy, connection, and relational transformation—exactly what biblical discipleship calls for.
Dr. Wilder reveals how the church has unintentionally focused on performance rather than identity formation, leaving many believers stuck in surface-level spirituality. He unpacks how brain science affirms Scripture, showing that joy and peace fuel lasting faith, while gratitude rewires the brain for spiritual and emotional resilience.
For parents, this episode offers practical insights on raising children with a faith that lasts. When joy is missing in the home, kids associate faith with pressure rather than delight. But when families intentionally cultivate joy and relational connection, they build spiritual endurance that carries into adulthood.
Dr. Wilder also shares one powerful practice to start integrating faith into daily life: expressing gratitude multiple times a day. This simple shift activates the brain’s relational circuits, keeping believers emotionally healthy and spiritually strong.
By: Jake McCandless
(Stand Firm Ministries)
(Stand Firm Ministries)
Aired on
May 27, 2025
Show
Stand Firm Parents
Duration
00:25:49 min.
00:25:49 min.
Stand Firm Parents
Fully Integrated Faith: Lessons from the Underground Church
In this compelling episode of Stand Firm Parents, host Jake McCandless sits down with Joel Richardson, a New York Times bestselling author and internationally respected teacher and filmmaker. Known for his deep understanding of Bible prophecy and global missions, Joel turns our attention toward the underground church in Iran—a place where the gospel is flourishing against all odds.
Joel explains how a movement of everyday believers—not professional pastors—is fueling explosive disciple-making in one of the most dangerous regions on earth. Through simple obedience, Discovery Bible Study, and an unwavering focus on the Holy Spirit’s leading, this underground church has become the fastest-growing expression of Christianity in the world.
The conversation unpacks how Western Christians—and especially parents—can learn from these first-century-style movements. Joel emphasizes that revival doesn't require comfort or polish. It requires humility, repentance, and authentic living. A fully integrated faith isn’t something we attend on Sundays—it’s something we model and multiply every day in our homes.
🛠 Key Takeaways:
Iran’s underground church thrives by embracing disciple-making and suffering.
The movement is led by laypeople, not clergy—with an emphasis on Holy Spirit-led obedience.
Parents in the West must model authenticity, humility, and mission to pass on a lasting faith.
The model of evangelism isn’t debate—it’s invitation.
📚 Books by Joel Richardson:
Sheep Among Wolves II (Documentary)
The Mystery of Catastrophe
Explore more at Joel’s site: Joelstrumpet.com
🎥 Also follow Joel on Twitter/X
By: Jake McCandless
(Stand Firm/Lifeword)
(Stand Firm/Lifeword)
Aired on
May 27, 2025
Show
Stand Firm Parents
Duration
00:30:52 min.
00:30:52 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
The Weight Of True Worship
Though it may look different at different times, there is always a cost to worshipful obedience.
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When David approaches Araunah to buy the threshing floor for an altar, Araunah generously offers it all for free—land, oxen, wood. But David refuses. "I will not offer burnt offerings to the Lord my God that cost me nothing."
David understood something many today miss: worship without sacrifice is hollow. Real worship requires something costly. It mirrors the costly mercy we have received. Worship that doesn’t cost me something—comfort, convenience, pride—isn't worship; it’s self-congratulation.
David’s purchase and offering were tangible acts that said, “God, You are worth everything to me.”
Today, the cost might look different: forgiving someone who hurt you, giving generously even when it pinches, surrendering a dream, obeying when it hurts. Each costly act says to God, “You are worth it.”
This threshing floor becomes sacred space. Solomon would later build the Temple here. The small cost David paid points forward to the infinite cost Christ paid—His life for ours.
Prayer Points:
Jesus, teach me to give You my best, not my leftovers.
Show me today what costly obedience looks like.
Fill me with gratitude that counts no sacrifice too great in light of Your cross.
2 People To Pray For Oscar Gaitan and his family, our National Changemakers in Nicaragua The Duruma/Chiduruma Lifeword broadcast for the people of Kenya
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 27, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:18 min.
00:02:18 min.
Day By Day Expressions
Day By Day Expressions
Truth, goodness, and beauty can be found in many places, even some we don’t always consider.
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By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 26, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:07:47 min.
00:07:47 min.
ADAW
In One Ear and Out the Other
You get advice all the time—sometimes from your mom, your best friend, or even TikTok. But have you ever stopped to ask: Is this really the best advice for me? In this episode, we’re getting real about how to handle advice, who to trust, and why you need to go to God first before anyone else.
You’ll laugh with us (and maybe feel a little called out) as we talk about childhood lessons, awkward college moments, and learning to trust God’s timing—even when you don’t feel like waiting.
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By: Fernanda Posadas
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 23, 2025
Duration
00:21:41 min.
00:21:41 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
The Cost Of Worship
The price we pay to follow Jesus is small compared to what His mercy cost.
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~~~
David is instructed to build an altar at Araunah's threshing floor. Araunah, seeing the king, offers to give the land and oxen for free. But David refuses: “I will not offer burnt offerings to the LORD my God that cost me nothing.”
David understood worship isn’t about convenience. True worship costs something—it demands something personal, something surrendered.
We live in a world that offers easy spirituality: worship without sacrifice, obedience without cost. But David’s example reminds us: God’s worth demands our everything.
The price David paid was small compared to the mercy he had received. And the price we pay in following Jesus is small compared to the grace that bought us.
Prayer Points:
Jesus, let my worship be costly and sincere, not cheap and convenient.
Show me today what it means to sacrifice for You joyfully.
Keep my heart amazed at the worth of Your mercy.
2 People To Pray For Sishir, our National Changemaker in Nepal The Chimatengo Lifeword broadcast for the people of Tanzania
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 23, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:01:44 min.
00:01:44 min.
Doc Talks
"Processed Grief, Deeper Faith" - ft. Russell Threet
Grief that is properly processed can lead to a deeper faith and a more meaningful worship and service.
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By: Brian Sheppard
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 22, 2025
Duration
00:34:51 min.
00:34:51 min.
Life Perspectives
Life Perspectives: Greg Koukl
There is an artistry to apologetics, in which we can defend the idea of God's existence in skillful ways.
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By: Michael Goering
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 22, 2025
Show
Life Perspectives
Duration
00:33:44 min.
00:33:44 min.
Day by Day - 2 Samuel
Mercy Stayed The Hand
God’s justice means that sin has real consequences, but His mercy triumphs.
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The pestilence spreads swiftly—seventy thousand lives lost. But as the angel of death approaches Jerusalem, the Lord intervenes. "It is enough; now stay your hand," God commands.
The justice of God is real. Sin has consequences. But mercy triumphs. Mercy interrupts destruction.
David sees the devastation and pleads, "Let Your hand be against me, not these sheep." A king willing to stand in the gap for his people—that’s a glimpse of Jesus, our true King.
The plague stops because mercy steps in. And ultimately, at Calvary, the greater plague of sin is stopped the same way—because mercy bore the wrath we deserved.
Prayer Points:
Lord, thank You that Your mercy stops the judgment my sin deserved.
Make me someone who intercedes for others, willing to bear burdens.
Teach me to see Your mercy even in moments of pain and loss.
2 People To Pray For Rama Bochung and his family, our National Changemakers in Myanmar The Chikagulu/Kagulu Lifeword broadcast for the people of Tanzania
By: Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
(Lifeword)
Aired on
May 22, 2025
Show
Day by Day
Duration
00:02:05 min.
00:02:05 min.
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