by Freedom Story Media | Jun 12, 2024 | Five by the Fire
Daily Scripture Readings: If you’re reading along with us, today’s McCheyne Reading Plan passages are:
Deuteronomy 18
Psalm 105
Isaiah 45
Revelation 15
Take 15-20 minutes to read these chapters, then come back and join me.
Bible Focus Verse: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows, (Psalm 23:5)
Summary: This episode looks at the opposition and spiritual warfare we can face when stepping into our God-given callings. It examines common fears like failure, rejection, inadequacy and how the enemy uses these to derail us. The host shares truths from Psalm 23 and practical strategies for countering the opposing forces and moving forward with confidence.
Key Points:
God has prepared a table of provision for us, even in the presence of enemies/opposition
Common opposing fears: failure, rejection, criticism, inadequacy
Truths to counter opposition: God’s presence, divine provision, peace, assurance of success, identity in Christ
Strategies: Stay grounded in Scripture, regular prayer, celebrate small wins, set boundaries, seek community
Takeaway: Don’t allow fear, doubt or the enemy’s tactics to take a seat at the table God has prepared for you. Remain focused on God’s assurances as you boldly move into your calling.
Call to Action: Reflect on areas you’re giving the enemy a foothold. Take practical steps to reclaim your space and God’s peace/confidence.
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by Freedom Story Media | May 15, 2024 | Featured Episodes, Five by the Fire
Today’s Readings from the Plan: Numbers 25, Psalm 68, Isaiah 15, and 1 Peter 3
Focus Passage: Hebrews 5: 13-14
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13 No one who lives on milk alone can know the ins and outs of what it means to be righteous and pursue justice; that’s because he is only a baby. 14 But solid food is for those who have come of age, for those who have learned through practice to distinguish good from evil.
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by Freedom Story Media | Feb 29, 2024 | Featured Episodes, Five by the Fire, Freedom Story Podcast Network
Today we spend a couple of minutes meditating on the text, praying, and then I discuss what we need to go back for as we look to go forward.
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Focus Passage: Revelation 3:1-2
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1“And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. 2 Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your works complete in the sight of my God.
00:00 Intro
01:06 Breathing Exercise
03:01 Meditation Preparation
03:35 Prayer
04:15 Bible Reading and Meditation 1
07:05 Bible Reading and Meditation 2
09:52 Bible Reading and Meditation 3
13:37 Devotional
16:17 Closing Prayer
17:48 Closing Remarks
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by Freedom Story Media | Jan 24, 2024 | Featured Episodes, Five by the Fire, Freedom Story Podcast Network
Today we determine to draw nearer to God and embrace the filling of His Spirit.
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Focus Passage: Matthew 23:25-28 ESV
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25 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you clean the outside of the cup and the plate, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. 26 You blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and the plate, that the outside also may be clean. 27 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like whitewashed tombs, which outwardly appear beautiful, but within are full of dead people’s bones and all uncleanness. 28 So you also outwardly appear righteous to others, but within you are full of hypocrisy and lawlessness.
00:00 Intro
01:06 Breathing Exercise
03:01 Meditation Preparation
03:35 Prayer
04:15 Bible Reading and Meditation 1
07:05 Bible Reading and Meditation 2
09:52 Bible Reading and Meditation 3
13:37 Devotional
16:17 Closing Prayer
17:48 Closing Remarks
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by Freedom Story Media | Dec 28, 2023 | Featured Episodes, Five by the Fire, Freedom Story Podcast Network
Today’s Readings from the Plan: 2 Chronicles 33, Revelation 19, Malachi 1, Psalm 146-147
Focus Passage: Psalm 147:7-11 ESV
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”Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make melody to our God on the lyre! He covers the heavens with clouds; he prepares rain for the earth; he makes grass grow on the hills. He gives to the beasts their food, and to the young ravens that cry. His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.“
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