gwot.rocks - God, the World, and Other Things!
Subscribed: 4Played: 62
Subscribe
© Kenny Price
Description
Welcome to gwot.rocks, a podcast about God, the World,and Other Things! We're all about advancing the peace of Christ in the midst of an agitated world. In a time where hate, tension, and stress seem to be at an all time high in our culture. Personal transformation the peace Jesus Christ brings can ultimately result in the restoration our decaying cities.THE CITY is the core of our human existence. As our key cities go, so goes our nation. In the first century A.D., synagogues were central to Jewish worship, teaching, and community life. In Luke 4, after His baptism and temptation, Jesus begins His public ministry by attending a synagogue on the Sabbath. Following custom, He stands to read and is handed the scroll of Isaiah. The passage He reads proclaims that the "Spirit of the Lord" is upon the speaker, anointing Him to preach good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to captives, recovery of sight to the blind, and freedom for the oppressed. This passage relates to the Jewish “Year of Jubilee” (Leviticus 25), a period every 50 years when debts were forgiven, slaves freed, and land returned, symbolizing liberation and restoration. The Isaiah passage is a messianic prophecy about God's servant bringing spiritual and social renewal. It was expected that the visiting Rabbi would continue reading from the place marked in the scroll. The marker was at the 61st out of 66 chapters…“The Spirit of the Lord God is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of our God’s vengeance; to comfort all who mourn, to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, festive oil instead of mourning, and splendid clothes instead of despair. And they will be called righteous trees, planted by the Lord to glorify him. They will rebuild the ancient ruins; they will restore the former devastations; they will renew the ruined cities, the devastations of many generations.” (Luke 4:1-4, CSB) After reading the passage, Jesus sits down, which in Jewish custom indicated He was about to teach. He then makes the profound statement, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21).
On that first day of His public ministry, Jesus proclaims that He is the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy - that He is the Messiah who has come to bring the spiritual and social liberation promised in the passage. This is a bold and revolutionary claim, especially in His hometown. As the account unfolds, the people’s reaction turns from amazement to rage, leading them to attempt to throw Jesus off a cliff. However, Jesus miraculously walks through the crowd unharmed and leaves Nazareth. This event is significant as it marks the beginning of Jesus' public ministry and sets the tone for His mission: to bring spiritual, physical, and social liberation. Jesus’ reading and declaration align His mission with the messianic prophecy, emphasizing he is not just a teacher or prophet but is the long-awaited Messiah who inaugurates God's kingdom of the ultimate spiritual Jubilee - spiritual liberation and the arrival of God's kingdom, bringing freedom, healing, and renewal to all people. The Jubilee of Jesus Christ for individuals AND society as a whole is available to all today! As you can tell from the title and the podcast genesis, the topics covered in the future will be an eclectic and engaging look at stories and topics that inspire you and advance the peace of Christ in your life. and in the lives around you!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
566 Episodes
Reverse
What a day! Listen to the podcast intro for the full story. I revisit our first episode from August 2019 to show how this podcast began and how God has kept me steadfast despite cultural shifts. My original assessments about major cities and their ongoing turmoil still hold true. I changed the byline from "equilibrium" to "peace" to clearly reflect the spiritual goal of equipping you to stand firm in a chaotic world. I’m also launching "Coffee Fueled Wisdom," a new channel to foster community online and through local gatherings, starting in Nashville and potentially expanding globally if God wills it.📱 Connect with Us:📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🌄Ever stumbled on something that flips your perspective? 💡 I did, browsing archive.org, when I found a public domain audiobook of every interview Mark Twain—aka Samuel Clemens—ever gave. It hit me...where was Twain during the Civil War. I remember no mention of his participation or service. The front half of this episodes reflects on his escape out west with his brother Orion. ✨ But could he really escape 🏃♂️ ? Could anyone? 🤔Join me on a journey back to the 1860s...What You’ll Hear 🎧:🏜️ Twain’s escape to Virginia City and the West’s false promise of peace.⚔️ The Civil War’s limits and the West’s own dangers—Indigenous tensions, lawless towns.🌍 How even Twain’s world travels couldn’t satisfy the soul’s longing.😔 Today’s mayhem and our urge to run from it.✝️ The only true escape: heaven’s promise through Christ.✝️ Key verses:Revelation 21:4, Philippians 3:14🙏Why Listen? 💬 This episode isn’t just history—it’s personal. It’s about our ache for serenity and the hope that never fades. 🌟 Share your thoughts: have you ever wanted to escape the chaos? How do you keep your eyes on the “high calling”? Drop a comment! 📩. 🕊️ #NowhereToRun #MarkTwain #CivilWar #HopeInChrist📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️ Episode TitleThe Grace of Silence: Grace Measured in Silence🌿 Show NotesWhat do you do when heaven goes quiet? 🤫 When your prayers seem to echo back unanswered, God may be inviting you into His most intimate form of grace — silence.In this episode, we explore the mysterious pause in John 11:6 when Jesus delayed two days before visiting His dear friends in Bethany. 🕰️ What looked like inaction became the stage for resurrection power — the raising of Lazarus! 🌅You’ll hear how God’s stillness is not neglect but nurture — the quiet rhythm by which He measures out His favor. 💧 Silence matures faith, deepens trust, and prepares the heart for miracles that only time and surrender can unveil. 🙏💭 “If you believe in Me, even if you die, you will live.” — John 11:25-26The silence wasn’t the end; it was the setup for eternal life breaking through. 🌤️🎧 Tune in and let this reflection steady your soul. Discover how waiting in faith becomes worship — and how grace is never absent, even when all you hear is quiet. 🌾🔥#Faith #Grace #Silence #gwotrocks #Devotional #ChristianPodcast #Hope #John11 #Lazarus📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3)Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!LIFE HELPS Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🔍 In This Episode:📖 The connection between Scougal’s Life of God in the Soul of Man and Charnock’s Existence and Attributes of God💔 Why even redeemed believers wrestle with a “contrarian spirit” within⚖️ How recognizing our instability humbles us — and how grace stabilizes us🔥 Paul’s Romans 7 struggle and how it mirrors our own divided hearts💫 Why awareness of our frailty becomes the soil of worship and transformation✨ Key Quote:“The stability we do have is from grace… The believer’s faithfulness is not a human achievement but a supernatural participation in the constancy of God Himself.” — Stephen Charnock❤️ Takeaway:Our divided nature does not disqualify us — it drives us closer to the One who heals division with His own steadfast love. Every moment of grace that steadies us is evidence of the living God at work within our souls. 🌸📚Key VerseRomans 7:18–25 (CSB)📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
✨ In this episode, we look at the lives of four men—Chuck Swindoll Jr., Frank Schaeffer, Joshua Harris, and Bart Campolo—sons of prominent Christian leaders who each walked away from the faith of their fathers. Paired with the biblical example of Demas, their stories highlight a crucial truth: God has no grandchildren. Salvation requires personal conviction and new birth in Christ.📖 We’ll unpack key Scriptures (John 3:7, Hebrews 6:4-6, Romans 10:9-10, 2 Peter 1:10, and more) that remind us to anchor our faith not in culture, heritage, or reputation, but in Jesus Himself.🔎 What you’ll discover in this episode:🚶♂️ The sobering journeys of four sons who left their fathers’ faith.📜 The biblical warning in Demas’s slow drift from coworker to deserter.❤️ Why inherited faith is never enough—you must be born again.🔥 A challenge to “make your calling and election sure” today.💡 Whether you’ve grown up in the church or are wrestling with questions of your own, this episode invites you to look past fallible humans and fix your eyes on the infallible Savior.👉 Don’t wait for tomorrow. Faith is personal. Today is still called today.🎧 Tune in, reflect deeply, and take the step to confirm your faith in Jesus Christ.📱 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
✨ Episode Overview: Remember when this was supposed to be a trilogy? Well… surprise! Here’s the bonus track — the addendum. 📀 Sometimes the most important things aren’t the longest, but the stickiest. In this episode, we slow down to highlight five truths that cling to your heart, not to weigh you down, but to set you free. 💡Paul shows us that the Law is powerless to save, yet it exposes something deep in us — our bent toward self-rule. But in Christ, the cycle of sin is broken, and what once fueled rebellion now becomes the doorway to true satisfaction. 🙌🪞 Five Sticky Truths We Explore:The Law as Mirror – it reveals sin but can’t wash it away.The Engine of Sin – how “don’t” seems to stir up the very thing.The Conscience Paradox – guilt alone can’t make you good.The Idol of Self-Rule – our deepest rebellion is wanting to be our own king.Christ as Satisfaction – the only One who silences the accusations and sets us free.💭 Takeaway: These truths are not about adding pressure but lifting it. My prayer is that one of them will settle into your heart in a way that brings freedom, peace, and deeper joy in Christ. 🕊️📖 Scripture Anchor: Romans 8:3–4 (CSB)📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3)Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!LIFE HELPS Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️✨ Episode Summary: How do you step into the messy places of the world 🌍 without losing your holiness? How do you love ❤️ without being consumed by sin? In this final part of the Idol King Trilogy, we explore what it means to walk in witnessed presence—entering brokenness with compassion, consistency, and Spirit-led boundaries.Drawing from Romans 12:21 (“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good”) and Romans 13:10 (“Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore, love is the fulfillment of the law”), this episode unpacks how presence, not pressure, leads to transformation.🔥 Key Themes:🙅♂️ Why condemnation fuels rebellion, not change🤝 How to engage without judgment while keeping healthy boundaries🙏 The role of prayer and Spirit-led patience in transformation✝️ Jesus’ example: full of truth, full of love, never compromising holiness💡 Takeaway: Laws and lectures can’t change hearts. But Spirit-led presence—rooted in love, humility, and faithfulness—plants seeds of transformation 🌱 that only God can grow over time.🙏 Closing Prayer: “Lord, help me walk in witnessed presence. Teach me patience, protect my witness, and let my actions reflect Your love. Work through me, by Your Spirit, to bring true transformation.”📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️Have you ever tried to change someone by nagging, scolding, or pressuring them—only to find it makes things worse? In this second installment of the Idol King Podcast Trilogy, we explore a radically different approach: presence. Drawing from 1 Peter 3:1–2 (CSB), we see that transformation doesn’t come from relentless words or correction but from a quiet, Christlike witness.Through personal stories and biblical insight, we’ll reflect on how presence communicates care, compassion, and community in ways pressure never can. Whether it’s at home, in friendships, or even in unexpected places like bars, Christ calls us to embody His love where brokenness lives—without compromise and without judgment.🔑Key Themes:Why nagging and constant correction often backfireHow presence plants seeds of transformation where pressure failsJesus’ example of meeting people where they wereReal-life stories of quiet witness and compassionate presence📖Scripture Reading:1 Peter 3:1–2 (CSB)🚀Takeaway:Presence, not pressure, opens the door for the Spirit’s transforming work. Our role is to faithfully embody Christ’s love, trusting Him to bring the change.📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit! LIFE HELPS Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️ Have you ever noticed how the moment someone says “don’t”—something in you wants to do it even more? Children feel it. Adults know it. And the Apostle Paul explains why in some of the most unsettling yet freeing words of Scripture. In this first part of the Idol King trilogy, we explore Paul’s radical insight that the law itself fuels sin—not because the law is bad, but because our hearts are bent toward self-rule.Paul shows us that beneath every sinful action lies a deeper desire: the longing to be king of our own lives. But there’s hope—what the law could never achieve, God accomplished in Christ. Jesus broke sin’s engine and offers us true satisfaction in the Spirit.📖Scripture Focus: Romans 8:3–4 (CSB)🔑Key Themes in This Episode:The paradox of the law: holy and good, yet fueling rebellion in our sinful nature.The law written on our hearts as both dignity and indictment.The idol of self-rule—the deep root of our resistance to God.A personal story of presence vs. nagging and how Spirit-filled witness can bring change.Christ’s victory: how Jesus fulfilled the law and broke sin’s destructive power.🎁Takeaway: Christ fulfills the law within us, breaks sin’s engine, and gives true satisfaction in the Spirit.👉 Don’t miss Part Two of the Idol King Podcast Trilogy, where we continue to uncover how Paul’s anthropology of sin and grace transforms our understanding of Christian freedom.📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3)Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesThe Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️Episode Overview 🌟Ever wondered why we casually toss around phrases like “Have a great day!” at the gym, grocery store, or office? 💬 These small exchanges are more than just polite chatter—they’re woven into the fabric of our daily lives. In this episode, we dive into the origins, cultural significance, and biblical roots of this common phrase. Discover how these words carry echoes of ancient blessings and learn three practical, Bible-based keys to actually having a great day, no matter what life throws at you! 🛠️✨Segment 1: The Social Phenomenon 🤝Segment 2: Echoes of a Blessing 📜Segment 3: The Bible’s 3 Keys to Actually Having a Great Day 🔑Conclusion 🎯The next time someone says, “Have a great day!” don’t just brush it off. It’s more than small talk—it’s a tiny echo of a sacred blessing, a reminder that we all long for joy, peace, and goodness. 🌟 With the Bible’s practical tools, you can make every day great, not just because someone said it, but because God’s Word shows you how. 🙏So, go out there and have a great day! 🚀Connect with Us! 📲Follow us on social media for more uplifting content!Subscribe to our podcast on grok.com or your favorite platform.Share your thoughts on X using #HaveAGreatDay! 💬📱 Connect with Us:💻 Website: gwot.rocks home page 📺 YouTube: "Other Things with... " ❤️ Support the mission: DONATE . Make checks payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3)Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org 🔗 ResourcesCharles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening (Public Domain Source)The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!LIFE HELPS All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️EpisodeIn this powerful episode, host Kenny Price draws inspiration from Mark 2:4 and Charles Spurgeon’s September 7 morning devotion to challenge listeners to unleash bold, creative faith in sharing the gospel. Using the story of the four friends who broke through a roof to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus, Kenny urges believers to overcome obstacles and leverage modern tools—especially AI—to reach the lost in 2025. The episode also reflects on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, framing it as a sobering call to action for Christians to engage in spiritual warfare and do great exploits for Christ.🔑Key ThemesBold Faith in Action: Mark 2:4 illustrates relentless determination to bring others to Jesus, no matter the barriers.Creative Use of Tools: Harness modern technology for God’s glory to share the gospel effectively.Urgency in 2025: The assassination of Charlie Kirk serves as a wake-up call for believers to act courageously in a challenging world.Overcoming Obstacles: Fear, doubt, and busyness are no match for faith driven by a hunger for souls.✝️ Mark 2:4, CSB: “Since they were not able to bring him to Jesus because of the crowd, they removed the roof above him, and after digging through it, they lowered the mat on which the paralytic was lying.”🥾Action StepsIdentify One Person: Think of someone in your life who needs Jesus.Get Creative: Use modern tools to craft messages, videos, or blog posts that share the gospel.Take Risks: Don’t be afraid to “cause a scene” or make a mess in pursuit of souls, just like the friends in Mark 2:4.Pray for Boldness: Ask God for courage to break through barriers and invent new ways to share His love.🫶DONATE Click our secure PayPal account to support our podcast. Donation by check: payable to "Transform This City", P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube ChannelLIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org All scripture quotations are taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
✝️Welcome to another EEN – Empowering Encouragement Now episode, inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s Morning Devotion for September 4, 2025 – “I Will; Be Thou Clean” (Mark 1:41). In this power-packed episode, we dive into the story of Jesus healing the leper, revealing His unmatched power and compassion. This is a call to action for believers to step boldly into a broken world, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to do great exploits for God! 🌟DON'T HOLD BACK!The Call to Great Exploits 🚀Jesus’ compassion and power are our example. His hand, which multiplied loaves, saved Peter, and crowns believers, still touches sinners today.Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we’re called to do “greater things” (John 14:12).Challenge: Go boldly into this sick and sad world, touching the untouchable and loving the unlovable in Jesus’ name. These are the days for great exploits for God! 💪Listener Challenge 🎯Reflect: Who are the “untouchables” in your community? How can you show them Christ’s love?Act: Pray for boldness and seek one opportunity this week to minister in Jesus’ name.Share: Tell us how you’re doing great exploits for God! Connect with us 📣 gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Let’s go boldly into the world 🌐, empowered by the Spirit, to touch lives with Christ’s love and power. These are the days to shine for Jesus! ✨ Have a blessed day!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Source: Inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s Morning Devotion (https://spurgeonmae.com/devotional/2012-09-04-0/).KJV used in this episode for impact. Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️ 🧠Your mind is a battlefield, and thoughts—good and bad—are fighting 💪 for control.Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:5, we explore how to take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ. Kenny shares a personal story from his Biblical training where a theology professor argued this command was only for apostles. Spoiler: we disagree! 🙅♂️ This episode unpacks why every Christian is called to fight the war in their head and how to do it practically.📖 Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5 “We demolish arguments and every proud thing that is raised up against the knowledge of God, and we take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ.”🏆Practical Steps to Win:Spot the Invader 🕵️♂️: Identify negative or harmful thoughts by paying attention to your mental patterns.Challenge with Truth ⚔️: Test thoughts against Scripture, like Philippians 4:8, and replace lies with God’s promises.Replace and Renew 🌱: Fill your mind with God’s Word, prayer, and uplifting influences to rewire your thoughts.Community Matters: Like David facing Goliath, lean on God and trusted believers to fight mental battles.💡 Weekly ChallengePick one thought that’s been waging war in your head. Write it down, test it against God’s Word, and replace it with a scriptural truth. Try this for 7 days and share your story at gwot.rocks or in the comments! 📝🙌🤝 Connect with Us ✝️DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook 🤝 gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe 🚀! Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🔦In this episode, we explore the profound call from 1 John 1:7 to "walk in the light as He Himself is in the light." Discover what it means to pursue God's flawless purity, even when it feels unattainable, and how this journey leads to deep fellowship with others and the cleansing power of Jesus' blood. Through biblical insights, analogies, and historical wisdom, learn to reflect God's radiance in your daily life, step by step.📖Key Scripture- **1 John 1:7 (CSB):** "If we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin."- **Matthew 5:48 (CSB):** "Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect."- Reference to 1 John 1:5 (implied): "God is light, and there is no darkness in him at all."📃Notable Quotes- "Though we might feel we’ll never match God’s absolute perfection, we’re called to pursue it relentlessly, never settling for less than His holy standard."- John Trapp: "We may walk in the light as God does in quality, but not in equality."- "These treasures—community and purity—are inseparable from living in God’s truth."💭Additional Resources- For deeper study, read the full context in 1 John 1:5-10.- Explore Puritan writings, such as those by John Trapp, for more on holiness and light.- Listen to related episodes on pursuing holiness (e.g., Season 25 episodes on Matthew 5).🙏Thank you for tuning in! If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend and subscribe for more insights on living in God's presence.DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel(Ctrl+click to follow the link) 🛟LIFE HELPS🏠gwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️This is another Empowering Encouragement Now episode based on the devotions of Charles Spurgeon..📖 ScriptureIsaiah 51:5 (CSB)“My righteousness is near, my salvation appears, and my arms will bring justice to the nations. The coasts and islands will put their hope in me, and they will look to my strength.”📝 Episode OverviewWhen life feels like it’s falling apart and every human support is stripped away, where do you turn? In this episode, we explore the profound truth that real security is found only in God’s strength. Using Isaiah 51:5 as our anchor, we reflect on how trials can push us away from distractions and into the very arms of our heavenly Father.Like a ship driven to its “beam-ends,” crises force us to trust completely in the One who cannot fail. What looks like disaster may actually be the storm that drives you to the Rock that is Christ Himself.You’ll discover:Why brokenness and isolation can become unexpected blessings.How hardship strips away false securities and deepens your intimacy with God.The importance of demonstrating unshakable faith before a watching world.Why weakness is the very stage where God’s strength shines most brightly.🙏 Key TakeawayThe struggles you face aren’t meant to destroy you—they are meant to drive you closer to God, where you will find unshakable hope, peace, and strength.📌 Closing EncouragementThis is your moment for bold faith. Trust Him fully, stand firm in His promises, and let your life proclaim that God’s strength is enough.DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel(Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🔑Theme: Overcoming procrastination to live boldly for Christ, inspired by the urgency of time and faith.Inspiration from Traveling Robert: The host was moved by an episode of the YouTube travel channel "Traveling Robert," which highlighted the fleeting nature of time through Robert Morales' journey of developing his RV property, Pelicamp, in Florida.Biblical Urgency:James 4:14: Life is fleeting, like a vapor, emphasizing the need to act now.2 Corinthians 6:2: "Now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation."Hebrews 3:7-8: Urges listeners not to harden their hearts to God’s call, avoiding procrastination.Call to Action: Eliminate procrastination by embracing a life of gusto for Christ—promoting the Gospel, caring for others, and pursuing holiness without delay.Historical Insight: Reference to Richard Baxter, a 17th-century Puritan theologian, via E.M. Bounds’ Power Through Prayer. Baxter’s quote compares procrastination to neglecting a plague, labeling it as “sensual laziness and diabolical cruelty.”🔍 TakeawaysAct Now: Start small—read the Bible, reach out to someone in need, or step into God’s mission for you NOW, TODAY!Live with Gusto: Trust Christ fully to experience a flourishing life.Reject Procrastination: In a world of chaos, the need to share the Gospel and live for Christ is urgent.📣Call to ActionLive robustly for Jesus—today is the day of salvation!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel(Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! All Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we explore the life and extraordinary talents of bluegrass prodigy Billy Strings, drawing from publicly available sources to highlight his God-given gifts and inspire listeners to recognize and use their own for God’s glory and the well-being of others. Join us as we reflect on Billy’s journey—from overcoming hardship to Grammy-winning success—and issue a call to align our talents with the Creator for true flourishing in 2025.Biographical details are compiled from the following sources:- Rick Beato’s YouTube interview with Billy Strings (2024) for insights into his performance style and the joint incident discussion.- Articles and interviews in *The New Yorker*, *Rolling Stone*, and *Billboard* for details on Strings’ upbringing, family struggles, substance use history, and career milestones.- Public posts on X and fan discussions for recent events, including Debra Apostol’s passing in June 2025.- Billy Strings’ official statements, music releases (e.g., *Me/And/Dad*, 2022), and Grammy records for career achievements.- Additional details from music journalism outlets and public interviews.Scripture references: James 1:17, Matthew 5:45, Psalm 37:4.For more on Billy Strings’ music, visit his official website or platforms like Spotify. Share your thoughts or personal story of using your gifts for God’s glory in the comments or via show email below. Thank you for listening, and may you be inspired to flourish for Him!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel(Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙Episode Overview: In a world that feels like it’s constantly on fast-forward—filled with political tension, cultural division, and economic uncertainty—our first instinct might be to withdraw, insulate, and hide. But Jesus never called His people to hide. He called us to shine.In this episode, we unpack the biblical concept of consecration: being fully set apart for God in a way that is healthy, joyful, and deeply human. From the Old Testament priests to Jesus’ prayer in John 17, to Paul’s call in Romans 12, consecration is less about retreating from the world and more about living for God in the middle of it.We’ll also look to the example of St. Francis of Assisi, who embraced an organic life of consecration. His service, simplicity, and joy remind us that mowing a yard, cooking a meal, or helping a neighbor can be just as holy as preaching a sermon.🧠What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy biblical consecration is not withdrawal but engagement with the world.How Jesus redefined consecration for all of life.What St. Francis of Assisi teaches us about organic, everyday holiness.Why Romans 12 calls us to present our whole lives as worship.How living consecrated to God brings peace into an agitated world.📖Key Scripture ReferencesJohn 17:19 – “I sanctify Myself for them, so that they also may be sanctified by the truth.”Romans 12:1 – “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true worship.”🧗♀️Challenge for the WeekDon’t wait for the chaos to calm down before living fully for Christ. Let your consecration be organic—woven into your work, your play, your serving, and your resting. Be a living picture of Christ’s peace in an unstable world.DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel🛟LIFE HELPS🏠gwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎙️ Episode Summary: What’s holding you back from speaking up? In this episode, we explore what it means to overcome silence and share words of love, encouragement, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From music icons who nearly lost their voices to biblical figures struck silent by God, we’ll uncover how moments of quiet can become powerful preparation for proclaiming truth.You’ll hear stories of:Brian Littrell (Backstreet Boys) – living and singing through spasmodic dysphoniaMark Stuart (Audio Adrenaline) – turning vocal loss into a new mission in HaitiAdele – recovering from vocal cord surgery to keep inspiring millionsZechariah – struck silent for doubting, then restored to praise God (Luke 1)Ezekiel & Paul’s companions – silenced to magnify God’s messageBy the end, you’ll be challenged to SPEAK UP with your own voice—whether it’s through encouragement, love, edification, or sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.Key Scripture: “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of the one who brings good news, who proclaims peace, who brings glad tidings of good things, who proclaims salvation, who says to Zion, ‘Your God reigns!’” – Isaiah 52:7 (CSB)Practical Takeaways:Speak Love → Offer kindness to someone hurting (1 Cor. 13:4-7)Speak Encouragement → Lift up a friend with hope (Heb. 10:24-25)Speak Edification → Build others up with truth (Eph. 4:29)Speak Inspiration → Share the Gospel boldlyCall to Action: This week, find one way to SPEAK UP—whether it’s sharing a verse, posting encouragement online, or telling someone about Jesus. Let’s bring Good News to a world that desperately needs it!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.orgScripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we explore the ancient yet urgently relevant practice of proclaiming God’s Word aloud. From Ezra reading the Law to a nation in Nehemiah 8, to Jesus declaring Isaiah’s prophecy in the synagogue, to Paul’s instructions to Timothy—Scripture calls us to speak the Word so others can hear and respond.Discover why public reading is not just tradition but God’s chosen method for igniting faith, transforming hearts, and uniting His people. You’ll hear biblical examples, historical insights, and practical encouragement to bring this practice into your home, workplace, and community—whether around the dinner table, in a church service, or even on the pickleball court!Key Verses:Genesis 1:3Nehemiah 8:1–12Luke 4:181 Timothy 4:13Romans 10:17Isaiah 55:11Highlights:Why Ezra’s public reading brought national revival.The difference between proclamation, preaching, and study.How hearing God’s Word aloud reaches the heart like nothing else.Simple ways to incorporate Scripture proclamation into daily life.Challenge:This week, stand up and read a chapter of Scripture aloud—slowly, clearly, and with reverence. Then, let God’s Word do its work.Next episode: Speak Up! Overcoming Silence to Share the Good News. DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws- how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God’d Holy Spirit!"Other Things with... " YouTube Channel LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States