Welcome to a podcast that brings Jesus’ timeless teachings to life in relatable everyday language. Join me, Glenda Wilson, weekly as we delve into the profound lessons found in the Bible. Whether you’re well-versed in the Bible or just curious about its wisdom, this podcast provides a welcome space for all. Discover how the age-old life lessons of scripture can guide and enrich your life in today’s fast-paced world.
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Worrying about the future is something we all struggle with. How do we live in such an insecure world? Jesus offers practical guidance for living when we feel like our safety net has been pulled away. Text Mark 13 Pod 245Di Celtic Preacher
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Now Would Be A Good Time To Be Brave-Facing Fear In a world of uncertainty, it's easy to be overwhelmed by fear, worry, and apprehension. But every day, we face a choice: we can either allow fear to paralyze us or step forward in faith, trusting that God will provide for us in ways we haven't yet imagined. This kind of trust can help us overcome ou…
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Grief, change, and loss are unavoidable aspects of life. God meets us in our vulnerability, not with a promise of future assistance but with a guarantee of support in the present moment. Pod 243. John 11 LazarusDi Celtic Preacher
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What Do You Want? Aligning With God's Way. "Express your heart's desire." This question from Jesus reveals the motivations behind our actions. Our impulses can misalign us with God or lead us to the right place at the right time. Mark 10 Bartimaeus Pod 242Di Celtic Preacher
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We all have hidden agendas in our interactions. Disappointment and conflict can reveal insights about ourselves, guiding us to better understand why we do what we do. Text: Mark 10 The Zebedee Brothers. Pod 241Di Celtic Preacher
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Recognizing unhealthy attachments is crucial, as they often lead to suffering. When something feels off, it's a sign that change is needed. Jesus calls us to release these attachments, offering us inner freedom. This presents us with a decisive choice to make. (Mark 10). Pod 240Di Celtic Preacher
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Heart Connections: God's Intention For Our Relationships Relationships can be life-giving and bring much joy, but they can also deplete us and cause us anxiety. Today, Jesus reminds us of God's intention for our relationships and the foundation on which they must be built to stay strong and beneficial to us. Text Mark 10 Pod 239…
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Defensiveness often reveals our deeper fears and insecurities as a mirror reflecting our inner struggles. It's comforting to know that Jesus uses our everyday challenges to remind us of who we are in God's eyes and guides us in choosing how to live. The text is Mark 9:38-42. Pod 238Di Celtic Preacher
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Whatever we argue about, disagree with, and become defensive about can be a mirror to our soul, revealing our insecurities and need for validation. Jesus shows us how to step away from the need to defend ourselves. Text Mark 9 The Sons of Thunder. Pod 237Di Celtic Preacher
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Jesus said you 'must' learn how to deny yourself; otherwise, you have no hope of following me. What does it mean to deny oneself? What are we called to relinquish? Text Gospel of Mark 8 Pod 236Di Celtic Preacher
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How do you respond when God says, "No?" It's easy to give up, withdraw, and stop asking for anything. "What's the point? God doesn't care." We might think. That's the wrong approach, Jesus teaches. There's something to be said for persistence and tenacity. Ask and you will receive. Mark 7 Pod 235Di Celtic Preacher
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Contrary to popular belief, Jesus did not teach, "Don't judge." He taught us how to judge accurately, not superficially. He encouraged us to develop discernment, a skill that allows us to see beyond surface appearances and perceive the truth about people, events, and choices. Text Mark 7 Pod 239Di Celtic Preacher
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It's not the stunning victories in our lives that strengthen us. It's how we face profound doubts and fears and move on despite them. We can spend too much time mulling over the predicament we find ourselves in. There comes a point where we must choose to leave disappointments, anger, and fear behind and move on. The text is 1 Kings 19:4-8 The prop…
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Ever heard the phrase, "Don't be so defensive? While that advice often has its place, Scripture offers a different perspective on defense. Defending yourself is necessary, but we need wisdom on what we protect ourselves against. Ephesians 6. The Armor of God. Pod 232Di Celtic Preacher
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Scripture teaches us to channel anger constructively and avoid its destructive pitfalls. The spiritual work is discerning the motivation behind this intense emotion. Once we see why we are angry, we know how to proceed. The text is Ephesians 4. Pod 231Di Celtic Preacher
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Why do we keep making the same mistakes over and over again? Are we picking the wrong partners or jobs, or do we blame someone else for our unhappiness? Why does history repeat itself? Much of the time, it's because we are not learning from our past mistakes. Learning from past mistakes is challenging because it takes brutal honesty. Exodus 16 Pod …
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Are you facing the same challenge over and over? It might feel like you're stuck in a loop, but could there be a more profound lesson behind it? In this episode, we explore how God uses repeated patterns to give us insight into ourselves and our own spiritual tests. John 6 Philip's test Pod 229Di Celtic Preacher
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Distinguishing my will from God's guidance and leading is an ongoing task. It's not easy to pause and reassess amidst life's reactions, but it is necessary if we desire to access the wisdom God promised us. It takes practice. Text Mark 6. Pod 228Di Celtic Preacher
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Why do some of us give up quickly while others persevere and gain ground? Today, Jesus addresses some of the challenges of spiritual/emotional growth. Text Matthew 13 Parable of the Sower Pod 227Di Celtic Preacher
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Setbacks, weaknesses, and failures do not have to define us. Instead, vulnerabilities and flaws can be the doorway to the change we long for. Scripture Text 2 Corinthians 12. Pod 226Di Celtic Preacher
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Feeling like you don't belong? Jesus' miracles always pointed to something more than physical restoration. Today, Jesus targets the deep-seated issue of shame we all struggle with. There is a way out of the shame spiral through vulnerability and honesty. The text is Mark 5 Pod 225Di Celtic Preacher
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Instead of succumbing to panic and believing we must solve all our problems on our own, Jesus reminds us that over-dependence on ourselves keeps us in places of high stress and anxiety. True trust transcends self-reliance. Mark 4. Pod 224Di Celtic Preacher
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Today, we explore Jesus' counterintuitive teaching that requires us to learn how to wait on the empowerment of the Holy Spirit before we act. This transformative practice of waiting shows us that the most potent action can be inaction. It's during these inactive times we are inwardly changed, and that, in turn, affects how we respond to life's chal…
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While many of us long to rewrite our past and undo poor decisions, God is not limited by our failures and weaknesses. Pod 222. Text Acts 1Di Celtic Preacher
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Have you ever felt like obstacles and roadblocks are more than just challenges? Perhaps they are divine messages guiding us toward our true path. In this teaching, we explore the idea that these closed doors, blocks, and hurdles serve as a guide to steer us in the right direction. Text Acts 1:6. Pod 221…
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Ease Matters-Guidance When We Feel Driven Jesus' teachings encourage us to find rest and ease instead of constantly pushing ourselves to the limit. By staying connected to him, we can allow things to come to us and trust the path ahead. Sometimes, the best way to move forward is by stopping. Text Gospel of John 14 Pod 220…
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Jesus taught us that listening to God's guidance is surprisingly more accessible than we think. The capacity to hear God is innate within us, much like a sheep instinctively follows its shepherd's voice. The text is the Gospel of John 10. Pod 219Di Celtic Preacher
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In the midst of change and transition, if grief is added to the mix, we can feel lost and directionless. Yet, it is during these challenging times we often encounter profound moments of divine intervention guiding us toward a new understanding of ourselves and our reality. Text Luke 24 Emmaus. Pod 218…
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Fear and doubt are inherent parts of our journey in this world. Jesus, the risen One, meets us and knows where to find us even when we cannot help ourselves. Text John 20:19-31 Pod 217Di Celtic Preacher
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On that first Easter morning, Jesus' friends struggled to recognize him. This alive resurrected one was the same, and yet he wasn’t. We, too, have a steep learning curve in recognizing the presence of God in our everyday lives. Pod216Di Celtic Preacher
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Are you going through a time of change, stress, and confusion? Today, we explore the idea that our interpretations of events as ‘good’ or ‘bad’ do not reflect the complete picture. The text is Mark 11. It’s Palm Sunday, the last week of Jesus’ earthly life, and as far as Jesus’ closest friends' experience, life can’t get much worse. Pod 215…
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Today, we delve deeply into the profound prayer life of Jesus. Unlike praying to avoid conflict or suffering, Jesus exemplified strength, truth, and courage in facing all challenges. With the words, 'Father, glorify your name,' Jesus showed us how to infuse every event, trial, and circumstance with the presence of God. Explore the transformative po…
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Why did Jesus die, and how did this bring me healing thousands of years later? Jesus parallels His sacrifice on the cross with the story of the fiery serpents that plagued the ancient people in the wilderness. Texts: Numbers 21 and John 3. Pod 213.Di Celtic Preacher
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Today, we explore the intricate dynamics of anger – it's not the problem itself but rather what we choose to do with it. In this episode, we unravel the transformative potential hidden within anger, recognizing it as a potent communicator of crucial messages we might need to heed. Text John 2. Pod 212…
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Have you ever felt like your personality was holding you back, keeping you stuck in unhelpful patterns? In this episode, we delve into the profound teachings of Jesus, who reminds us that we are more than the sum of our personality traits. Discover how shedding the limitations of your personality can open doors to growth, break the cycle of repetit…
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It is common for people to face times of testing in life. These experiences can be challenging and may push us to our limits. It is important to remember that we should not ignore or underestimate them, as they may be a 'desert experience' that we must go through. The key is developing the skills to stand firm and face opposition. Jesus' first less…
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There is no shame in not knowing what to do. It takes humility to acknowledge our limitations. Jesus teaches that we can learn to listen to God's guidance. Listening to the right voice takes a little practice, like all new skills. Text Mark 9 Pod 209Di Celtic Preacher
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When you are tired, and your patience is thin, Jesus has some practical advice. Stop trying to meet every need. You might not be able to leave physically, but neither are you obligated to meet every need of those around you. Jesus didn't. The text is Mark 1.Di Celtic Preacher
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The Scripture teaches that it's not of primary importance who is right or wrong in any conflict or disagreement. In other words, you could be correct in any dispute, but if that's all that matters to you, you are missing out on the freedom of "the need to be right." 1 Corinthians 8 Pod 207Di Celtic Preacher
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If you want to run away, ask yourself why. What motives you to want to run away? Sometimes, the things we try to avoid are areas where we can experience newfound freedom. Avoidance has a way of catching up on us. Lessons from Jonah Pod 206Di Celtic Preacher
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If you are usually a good sleeper and something changes, you are probably worried or stressed about something. Waking up at night can be reframed as a potential opportunity to receive God's guidance. Today, we will hear about God's creative and unusual ways to get our attention. 1 Samuel 13 Pod 205Di Celtic Preacher
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"You are my beloved," God says. The challenge is receiving this love when we don't feel loved or deserving of love. This is the big learning curve. Text Mark 1. Pod 204Di Celtic Preacher
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It’s common to go through seasons when we feel out of control. Most of us try to resist feeling vulnerable at all costs. Jesus addresses this dilemma in today’s teaching. Text Matthew 11 Cousin John’s Dark Night of the Soul. Pod 203Di Celtic Preacher
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Finding Your Own North Star When you are entirely convinced of your life's direction, you don't need the affirmation, understanding, nor approval of others. Matthew 1. Pod 202 Lesson from the Christmas story, Joseph.Di Celtic Preacher
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We all find ways of coping with the challenges and stresses of life. Jesus teaches that not all of the ways we cope with anxiety, fear, and grief are helpful. He teaches we must learn how to "guard our hearts." Luke 21. Pod 201Di Celtic Preacher
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A life playing it safe isn't a life, Jesus taught. There is too much to lose by simply not trying. We may be hesitant because we might fail or be misunderstood, and our ideas may not work, but that's no excuse for not moving ahead. After all, isn't that what trust is all about? The Parable of the Talents. Matthew 25. Podcast 200…
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When you think about it, life is one extensive, multilayered healing opportunity. Recognizing our need for help and healing is what it means to be human. The text is Luke 17. The Ten Lepers Pod 199Di Celtic Preacher
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Is it possible to live without regret? In today's parable, Jesus reminds us that avoiding, ignoring, or procrastinating things we need to say or do ultimately diminishes us and holds us back. The text is Matthew 21—the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids. Pod198Di Celtic Preacher
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Mourning is the way to go, Jesus teaches. Don't deny it, shy away from it, stuff it, medicate it, grieve! Grief has many faces: unwelcome changes, a relationship ends, a loved one dies, we can lose a sense of purpose or sense we have no place in this world. The suffering of others around the world can take its toll. Today, Jesus teaches about the n…
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