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This podcast is about bringing out the greatness of CHRIST in you; looking internally to release HIS greatness externally. Excuse me...excuse me, it's all about CHRIST, let HIM use you for HIS great glory.
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Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Are you standing in SUFFERING? In this conversation, Sully and David Quinones explore the complex topic of suffering, addressing why bad things happen to good people and the inevitability of suffering in life. They discuss the importance of perspective, the role of faith, and the biblical case study of Job, emphasizing God's sovereignty and the redemptive nature of suffering. The conversation also touches on practical applications of faith during difficult times and the significance of worship as a response to suffering.
Quotes
"Somewhere there is a farmer praying for rain and in the same place a bride is praying for sunshine"
"The willingness to suffer is a condition of being a disciple of Christ, and those who embrace suffering are the closest to Him." - Saint Padre Pio
"Suffering becomes beautiful when anyone bears great calamities with cheerfulness, not through insensibility but through greatness of mind." - Aristotle
Takeaways
- Suffering is an inevitable part of life that everyone will face.
- Understanding the difference between pain and suffering is crucial.
- The analogy of buffaloes and cows illustrates how we can face adversity.
- Job's story serves as a powerful case study in enduring suffering with faith.
- God's sovereignty remains intact even in our suffering.
- Worship can be a powerful response to suffering and adversity.
- Our perspective during suffering can determine our growth and healing.
- The importance of community and support during times of suffering.
- Suffering can produce perseverance, character, and hope.
- We must anchor our faith in God, our Redeemer, during difficult times.
References
Job 1, Job 13:15, Job 19:25-27, Job 38-42, Matthew 7:24-27, Romans 5, 2 Cor 5:21, Psalm 19:14, John 14:16-17, Romans 8:9-11, John 16, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12, John 14:13-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Saturday May 17, 2025
Saturday May 17, 2025
"Mercy is the bridge between God's justice and His love." - Saint Augustine. Let's dive in, as we break open the three dimensional Hebrew word that is Mercy and its action oriented nature that we can experience and provide to others. Have you given God mercy space to work in your life? Does your compassion care? Does your care take action beyond the understanding of feelings or individual circumstances of others? Join us as we explore and discuss what it means to put care into action.
References:
Exodus 34:6; Joel 2:13; Lamentations 3:22-23; Hebrews 4:15;Deut 4:31; John 1-11; Jonah 4:1-2; Romans 7:7-25; Matthew 25:35-36; Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 18:21-22; Luke 23:33-34
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
What does "walking in our worship" mean? Join Samuel Navarro and Sully as they explore the Hebrew word Avad (עבד)! This talk fuses how purpose aligns with worship across the Biblical narrative and considers the three-dimensional element avad takes on in our lives. Where is God's place in all this? How is worship made practical? How is worship our ongoing reality? Join us as we consider the duality of service in obedience as it relates to our Avad.
Key References: Col 3, Gen 2:15, Romans 1, Daniel 3: 1-6, 1 Sam 15:12, Acts 17:28, Romans 12:1
Quote: A man can no more diminish God's glory by refusing to worship Him than a lunatic can put out the sun by scribbling the word "darkness" on the walls of his cell
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
In this series, we will explore words and phrases within the Hebrew language that will provide breadth & depth to the Bible and bridge our understanding of the concepts that surround it across the Bible. When we get into language we get into culture which brings us more intimately with context. This episode's word is "Shuv". it means to Turn Back, Return, Repent. Let's dive in and open ourselves to learning what God has for us as we yearn to grow deeper in Him. Let's Get it.
CHALLENGE READ: Psalm 51 "Perek Teshuvah" – The Great Chapter of Repentance
References: 1 Kings 8:22-3;46-51;Luke 24: 45-47; Luke 5:29-32; Jonah 3; Matt 3:4-11; Ezek 18:21-22; 1 Kings 15:9-24; Luke 15:17-20
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
What is your life's story and why do you do what you do? This episode will briefly explore a psychological phenomenon that occurs around us daily and aim to bring to light the followership of Christ as a beacon toward identity. One of the biggest questions on the world stage for ion is "Who am I" and "What is my purpose"? This talk brings us close to that answer and forces us to ask what is my highest belief rooted in?
References
Book: Nudge
Bible Ref: Gen 1:26-27; Gal 2:20; Eph 2:10; 2 Cor 5:17; 1 Pet 2:9; 1 Cor 3:16; Prov 27:19; John 1:12; Rom 8:17
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose"- Jim Elliot. Do you give it all for Jesus? We will explore how growing into our salvation is a reflection of our faith in practice. Join us as we lean into the urgency of leaving it on the field for God and how by doing so we open the door for others to cross the threshold of salvation to sanctification.
Key Concepts: Luke 14:25-35, Mark 8:34-38, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 28, Matthew 22, Deuteronomy 6, 1 Peter 2:1-3, Leviticus 11:44, 1 Peter 1:16, Romans 5, Leviticus 19, Matthew 7:13-14
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Ever wonder how you can truly seize the day and maximize each moment in your life? Sydney Sullivan, the motivational host of the Maximize the Moment Podcast, joins us for an exhilarating discussion about his philosophy of life. He shares his personal journey, the importance of building partnerships, and his passion for personal growth. Sydney's unique perspective on generational wealth, not just in terms of finance but also personal development, will make you rethink your own strategies towards growth. The conversation with Sydney doesn't stop there. We delve deeper into the concept of personal improvement, discussing the significance of learning from others, ruthlessly prioritizing and maintaining a work-life balance. Sydney shares an interesting approach to finding out life's real values and a secret to starting the day before it begins. As we wrap up the episode, we explore the impact of small decisions on our lives, supported by a captivating analogy of dominoes and a heartening story about a man saving starfish. Prepare to be inspired and motivated to make the most of each moment in your life.
Show Notes: 00:00 Intro 02:54 Discussing Maximize The Moment 04:58 Importance of pouring into the cup of others 08:04 Creating an empowered inner dialogue 13:00 Actions to take when feeling unfocused 13:25 Embracing Growth and Personal Improvement 18:25 Celebration one year later 20:16 Random Questions to strangers 21:02 Random Questions, Dominoes, and Inspiring Messages 21:15 New beliefs and habits 26:30 Billboard message for everyone to see and read Full AUDIO episode with topics, and CHAPTER MARKERS: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/ep...
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Book and People mentioned in this episode: Kevin Hill Evelyn Hernandez Danny Cox Chris Nikic Josh White from @HeroFrontPodcast Dwight Eisenhower Jim Collins - Good to Great Key Takeaway: The podcast episode was a treasure trove of inspiration and motivation. It shed light on the importance of personal growth, generational wealth, and seizing each moment. Sydney's words of wisdom offered a fresh perspective and are sure to inspire listeners to reevaluate their strategies towards growth and personal improvement. Whether it's understanding the value of partnerships, recognizing the power of small decisions, or learning to start the day before it begins, the insights shared by Sydney Sullivan in this episode are invaluable. Get inspired, and get ready to seize the day and maximize every moment of your life.
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
We only see what we attend to! What has got your ATTENTION? What has your focus? Attention "is the taking possession by the mind…It implies withdrawal from some things in order to deal effectively with others. Distraction is the great nemesis to destiny. Join this podcast episode as we explore the gateway of attention and how that is the gateway to all that calls out to us!
Key Concepts
Acts 8:9-10, Matthew 4, Luke 22, Job 33:14, Exodus 3, Exodus 15:25-26, Proverbs 2
Friday Sep 22, 2023
Friday Sep 22, 2023
How do we recognize others? How are we recognized? Can we recognize God beyond ourselves? Main points we will explore on this episode of Recognize the Real"! We will use the premise of Exodus 3:1-4 and needle away at the importance of how recognition could be a harbinger of what is to come or cognitive prison for some.
If our thinking at its foundation is fractured we fail to discern (recognize) the normality's of God and we will forever see God's movements as abnormal, obtuse, and coincidental instead of realizing His omnipresence.
Key Concepts
Exodus 3:1-4 NKJV, Mark 6:4-6 NIV, Matthew 7:21-23, Mark 11:12-14, 1 Kings 4:24, Micah 4:4, Jeremiah 17:10 NIV, Luke 13:6-9 NIV, Matthew 23:27-28 NIV, Galatians 5
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023