<![CDATA[Compass Bible Church Women's Ministry]]>8a1938be-5286-5b5f-a8ce-7887fc743269Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:45:19 +0000Captivate.fmCompass Bible Churchhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/6af52ae7-5f5b-4044-aebd-be29dc83c276/VR5eYVwRnkYsWkzr2BJYG-lu.pngCompass Bible Church Women's MinistryCompass Bible ChurchCompass Bible ChurchCompass Women’s Ministry hosts a monthly bible study on the Fruit of the Spirit. We welcome you to join us for a blessed time of good food, fellowship, Bible study, and small group discussion. https://compassntx-womens-ministry.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastSpring Tea 2026- Amy Carmichael StorySpring Tea 2026- Amy Carmichael StoryThis message explores the life and legacy of Amy Carmichael (1867–1951), an Irish-born missionary who served in India for over 55 years — never once returning home.

Life Highlights

  • Born December 16, 1867, in Ireland — the eldest of seven children
  • Came to faith as a teenager through the hymn "Jesus Loves Me"
  • Attempted mission work in China and Japan; poor health redirected her to India
  • Bought a one-way ticket — and never left
  • Learned Tamil and lived among the people to share the gospel

Ministry in India

  • Traveled to villages, gathered crowds, and shared the gospel through conversations
  • Faced two major obstacles: the caste system and the established religions of Hinduism and Islam
  • Understood the work as spiritual warfare (Ephesians 6:12)

Dohnavur Fellowship

  • Began rescuing young girls from temple prostitution after meeting a woman and a 7-year-old girl named Prina
  • Children and pastors brought babies and children to her care
  • Eventually settled at Dohnavur, a permanent compound that became home to hundreds of children
  • Over 1,000 children called her Amma (Mama)
  • Established a separate space for boys as the family grew
  • Created "God's Garden" — a graveyard on the compound — as children and babies died in their care

Later Life

  • Confined to bed after a bad fall but continued writing and communicating with her children daily
  • Wrote special "coming day" letters to each child (the anniversary of their arrival at Dohnavur)
  • Died at age 83 and was buried in God's Garden; a birdbath inscribed "Amma" marks her grave

Closing Quote "The sweetest things in all my life have been the handicaps." — Amy Carmichael

]]>This message explores the life and legacy of Amy Carmichael (1867–1951), an Irish-born missionary who served in India for over 55 years — never once returning home.

Life Highlights

  • Born December 16, 1867, in Ireland — the eldest of seven children
  • Came to faith as a teenager through the hymn "Jesus Loves Me"
  • Attempted mission work in China and Japan; poor health redirected her to India
  • Bought a one-way ticket — and never left
  • Learned Tamil and lived among the people to share the gospel

Ministry in India

  • Traveled to villages, gathered crowds, and shared the gospel through conversations
  • Faced two major obstacles: the caste system and the established religions of Hinduism and Islam
  • Understood the work as spiritual warfare (Ephesians 6:12)

Dohnavur Fellowship

  • Began rescuing young girls from temple prostitution after meeting a woman and a 7-year-old girl named Prina
  • Children and pastors brought babies and children to her care
  • Eventually settled at Dohnavur, a permanent compound that became home to hundreds of children
  • Over 1,000 children called her Amma (Mama)
  • Established a separate space for boys as the family grew
  • Created "God's Garden" — a graveyard on the compound — as children and babies died in their care

Later Life

  • Confined to bed after a bad fall but continued writing and communicating with her children daily
  • Wrote special "coming day" letters to each child (the anniversary of their arrival at Dohnavur)
  • Died at age 83 and was buried in God's Garden; a birdbath inscribed "Amma" marks her grave

Closing Quote "The sweetest things in all my life have been the handicaps." — Amy Carmichael

]]>f4647023-d470-46e0-9d37-723bac544b92Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:45:00 -050025:22falsefullSpring Tea 2026- Ujin Rush TestimonySpring Tea 2026- Ujin Rush Testimony

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]]>b1880dc7-a147-4e2a-8773-b28c6fc7b05cSat, 01 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -050022:28falsefullSpring Tea 2026- Julia Cogan TestimonySpring Tea 2026- Julia Cogan TestimonyJulia Cogan, wife of Pastor Marc and mother of four, shares the story of how she came to faith at age 11. Raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico by devoted Christian parents, Julia grew up immersed in the gospel — through her parents' teaching, their example, and a steady soundtrack of early 2000s Christian rock (think Zoe Girl).

The turning point came when her parents announced they felt called to homeschool her, just as she was excitedly anticipating middle school. Julia was furious — at her parents, and at God — and wrestled with whether she really wanted Him involved in the details of her life.

But that summer, alone in her room listening to the very Christian music her dad had poured into her life, the lyrics hit differently. Convicted by the Holy Spirit, she surrendered control and gave her life to the Lord.

Years later, in her 20s, Julia revisited her faith to make sure it was truly her own — tracing the fruit of the Spirit through her childhood desire to honor her parents, love her sisters, and pursue community with other believers. She concluded that the roots went all the way back to that pivotal summer at age 11.

]]>Julia Cogan, wife of Pastor Marc and mother of four, shares the story of how she came to faith at age 11. Raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico by devoted Christian parents, Julia grew up immersed in the gospel — through her parents' teaching, their example, and a steady soundtrack of early 2000s Christian rock (think Zoe Girl).

The turning point came when her parents announced they felt called to homeschool her, just as she was excitedly anticipating middle school. Julia was furious — at her parents, and at God — and wrestled with whether she really wanted Him involved in the details of her life.

But that summer, alone in her room listening to the very Christian music her dad had poured into her life, the lyrics hit differently. Convicted by the Holy Spirit, she surrendered control and gave her life to the Lord.

Years later, in her 20s, Julia revisited her faith to make sure it was truly her own — tracing the fruit of the Spirit through her childhood desire to honor her parents, love her sisters, and pursue community with other believers. She concluded that the roots went all the way back to that pivotal summer at age 11.

]]>1bcab142-56c0-4dd2-a51f-e062549ca353Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -050011:15falsefullEphesians 5:1–14 | Following the Leader (Kristin Gomez)Ephesians 5:1–14 | Following the Leader (Kristin Gomez)The amazing, wonderful, and ever-beautiful Kristin Gomez preached a wonderful sermon on Ephesians 5:1–14.

00:00 Learning to Trace

00:59 Why Christians Need a Pattern

01:53 Read Ephesians 5

03:53 Imitate God Walk in Love

06:05 Forgiving Love Example

08:44 Giving Love That Costs

11:04 Counterfeit Love Sexual Sin

14:01 Warnings and Sexual Ethics

17:16 Guard Your Heart Habits

20:14 Speech Associations Gratitude

24:10 Walk as Children of Light

27:49 Expose Darkness Share Gospel

31:52 Closing Prayer and Charge

]]>The amazing, wonderful, and ever-beautiful Kristin Gomez preached a wonderful sermon on Ephesians 5:1–14.

00:00 Learning to Trace

00:59 Why Christians Need a Pattern

01:53 Read Ephesians 5

03:53 Imitate God Walk in Love

06:05 Forgiving Love Example

08:44 Giving Love That Costs

11:04 Counterfeit Love Sexual Sin

14:01 Warnings and Sexual Ethics

17:16 Guard Your Heart Habits

20:14 Speech Associations Gratitude

24:10 Walk as Children of Light

27:49 Expose Darkness Share Gospel

31:52 Closing Prayer and Charge

]]>a1635193-e29a-49e9-a6fb-888fb0e047ccSat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -050034:19falsefullEphesians 4:17-32 | Burn the ShipsEphesians 4:17-32 | Burn the ShipsA message from our Ephesians series.

00:00 Burn the Ships Meaning

01:36 Ephesians Old and New

04:07 Futility of Unbelief

09:32 Lot’s Wife Warning

13:58 Put Off Put On

16:23 Sanctification Tools

21:48 Ruth No Looking Back

26:24 Truthful Speech

29:23 Anger Without Sin

33:08 Work Not Steal

36:56 Words That Build

41:47 Guard Your Influences

45:30 Do Not Grieve Spirit

46:20 Kindness and Forgiveness

47:09 Burn Ships Conclusion

]]>A message from our Ephesians series.

00:00 Burn the Ships Meaning

01:36 Ephesians Old and New

04:07 Futility of Unbelief

09:32 Lot’s Wife Warning

13:58 Put Off Put On

16:23 Sanctification Tools

21:48 Ruth No Looking Back

26:24 Truthful Speech

29:23 Anger Without Sin

33:08 Work Not Steal

36:56 Words That Build

41:47 Guard Your Influences

45:30 Do Not Grieve Spirit

46:20 Kindness and Forgiveness

47:09 Burn Ships Conclusion

]]>32e4d4d3-4258-40cf-a607-1cc9361fceb4Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 -050047:47falsefullEphesians 4:1-6 | How Not to Destroy Your ChurchEphesians 4:1-6 | How Not to Destroy Your Church00:00 Band Unity Illustration

02:09 Why Church Unity Matters

02:59 Ephesians 4 Reading

05:04 Seven Ones Foundation

05:41 Unity Roots in Trinity

09:10 Walk Worthy Transition

12:22 Make Worthy Living Priority

12:54 Prisoner Perspective

14:35 Eager to Maintain Unity

16:48 Pride the Unity Killer

19:50 How Pride Shows Up

27:33 Carpet Wars Example

29:11 Cultivating Humility

32:57 Calling Out Sin

36:12 Overflow of Humility

38:20 Closing Prayer

]]>00:00 Band Unity Illustration

02:09 Why Church Unity Matters

02:59 Ephesians 4 Reading

05:04 Seven Ones Foundation

05:41 Unity Roots in Trinity

09:10 Walk Worthy Transition

12:22 Make Worthy Living Priority

12:54 Prisoner Perspective

14:35 Eager to Maintain Unity

16:48 Pride the Unity Killer

19:50 How Pride Shows Up

27:33 Carpet Wars Example

29:11 Cultivating Humility

32:57 Calling Out Sin

36:12 Overflow of Humility

38:20 Closing Prayer

]]>cd81790d-991c-4009-b041-0b83fffba497Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -050040:01falsefullEphesians 3:14-21 - Pray Like PaulEphesians 3:14-21 - Pray Like Paul00:00 Introduction and Context

01:00 Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: A Lesson in Exceeding Expectations

02:22 Paul's Prayer for the Ephesians

06:31 The Importance of Posture in Prayer

08:24 Praying for Christlikeness in Others

19:23 God's Abundant Resources

26:13 Encouragement and Community in Prayer

40:52 Conclusion and Call to Action

]]>00:00 Introduction and Context

01:00 Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: A Lesson in Exceeding Expectations

02:22 Paul's Prayer for the Ephesians

06:31 The Importance of Posture in Prayer

08:24 Praying for Christlikeness in Others

19:23 God's Abundant Resources

26:13 Encouragement and Community in Prayer

40:52 Conclusion and Call to Action

]]>ea7f6c36-df6d-4752-a96f-c7856fd9f031Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -050042:01falsefull"A Thrill of Hope" - Christmas Coffee 2025"A Thrill of Hope" - Christmas Coffee 202500:00 A Christmas Memory: Kara's Wedding Dress Barbie

01:59 The True Meaning of Christmas Hope

02:25 Exploring Romans 15:13

04:44 Joy and Peace in Believing

05:26 Trusting the Process of Spiritual Growth

08:05 Different Perspectives on Christmas

13:18 Finding Joy and Peace Amidst Struggles

16:53 The Gift of Salvation and True Hope

19:23 Confident Assurance in God's Promises

25:39 A Thrill of Hope: Awaiting Christ's Return

30:32 Conclusion: Embracing True Joy, Peace, and Hope

]]>00:00 A Christmas Memory: Kara's Wedding Dress Barbie

01:59 The True Meaning of Christmas Hope

02:25 Exploring Romans 15:13

04:44 Joy and Peace in Believing

05:26 Trusting the Process of Spiritual Growth

08:05 Different Perspectives on Christmas

13:18 Finding Joy and Peace Amidst Struggles

16:53 The Gift of Salvation and True Hope

19:23 Confident Assurance in God's Promises

25:39 A Thrill of Hope: Awaiting Christ's Return

30:32 Conclusion: Embracing True Joy, Peace, and Hope

]]>659998ae-d201-4c80-b3f7-b640d12e6199Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -050033:36falsefullEphesians 3:1-13 - The Gospel: No Longer a MysteryEphesians 3:1-13 - The Gospel: No Longer a Mystery
  • [0:00] Introduction and Personal Story
  • [1:22] Paul's Imprisonment and Stewardship
  • [10:32] The Mystery of the Gospel
  • [17:44] Living Up to Your New Status
  • [23:00] The Church's Purpose and Encouragement
  • [31:36] Conclusion and Final Prayer

    • ]]>
  • [0:00] Introduction and Personal Story
  • [1:22] Paul's Imprisonment and Stewardship
  • [10:32] The Mystery of the Gospel
  • [17:44] Living Up to Your New Status
  • [23:00] The Church's Purpose and Encouragement
  • [31:36] Conclusion and Final Prayer

    • ]]>    41f9a4dc-4ffe-46bd-bd98-79fd5633cbacThu, 13 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050031:38falsefull    Women and Words: Session 3 - Conflict Resolution - Proverbs 18 - Amanda BernerWomen and Words: Session 3 - Conflict Resolution - Proverbs 18 - Amanda Berner
  • Introduction: The Importance of Communication in Conflict — 0:00
  • Resolving Conflict Before It Starts — 6:40
  • The Role of Listening in Conflict Resolution — 20:53
  • Being Discerning in Conflict — 29:31
  • Moving Toward Reconciliation — 39:52
  • The Power of Forgiveness and Grace — 44:42

    • ]]>
  • Introduction: The Importance of Communication in Conflict — 0:00
  • Resolving Conflict Before It Starts — 6:40
  • The Role of Listening in Conflict Resolution — 20:53
  • Being Discerning in Conflict — 29:31
  • Moving Toward Reconciliation — 39:52
  • The Power of Forgiveness and Grace — 44:42

    • ]]>    163c7056-e822-4e53-9f01-af2caf23fc6eWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050048:03falsefull    Women and Words: Session 2 - Taming the Tongue - James 3:3-13 - Kayla ThomasWomen and Words: Session 2 - Taming the Tongue - James 3:3-13 - Kayla Thomas
  • Introduction: The Texas Fire Ant Analogy — 0:00
  • The Power of Our Words — 1:13
  • Introduction to James Chapter 3 — 2:50
  • The Tongue's Influence in Different Areas of Life — 4:41
  • The Spheres of Influence of Our Speech — 8:20
  • The Untameable Nature of the Tongue — 17:52
  • Types of Sinful Speech — 23:30
  • Speaking with Godly Consistency — 41:55
  • The Holy Spirit's Role in Taming the Tongue — 50:17

    • ]]>
  • Introduction: The Texas Fire Ant Analogy — 0:00
  • The Power of Our Words — 1:13
  • Introduction to James Chapter 3 — 2:50
  • The Tongue's Influence in Different Areas of Life — 4:41
  • The Spheres of Influence of Our Speech — 8:20
  • The Untameable Nature of the Tongue — 17:52
  • Types of Sinful Speech — 23:30
  • Speaking with Godly Consistency — 41:55
  • The Holy Spirit's Role in Taming the Tongue — 50:17

    • ]]>    3a9903d8-15f1-4b67-958a-48cec5e786e0Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050054:35falsefull    Women and Words: Session 1 - Encouraging Words - Eph 4:29 - Amanda BernerWomen and Words: Session 1 - Encouraging Words - Eph 4:29 - Amanda Berner
  • Introduction — 00:04
  • Encouraging Words — 02:37
  • Speaking at the Right Time — 26:35
  • Encouraging Your Husband — 44:04
  • Seasoning Words with Grace — 49:10

    • ]]>
  • Introduction — 00:04
  • Encouraging Words — 02:37
  • Speaking at the Right Time — 26:35
  • Encouraging Your Husband — 44:04
  • Seasoning Words with Grace — 49:10

    • ]]>    408f1a5f-11aa-444b-93c5-9966ece3a2dcTue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050053:00falsefull    Ephesians 2:11-22 - "Bridges not Walls"Ephesians 2:11-22 - "Bridges not Walls"
  • [0:00] Introduction: Two Types of People
  • [3:01] The Problem of Division in the Early Church
  • [5:43] Modern Examples of Division in the Church
  • [8:42] Israel's Purpose as a Light to the Nations
  • [11:42] The Past Status of Gentiles
  • [15:27] Our New Status in Christ
  • [18:54] The Temple Courts and Separation
  • [24:00] God's Vision for Unity in the Church
  • [28:01] The Church as God's Temple
  • [31:13] Pursuing Holiness Together

    • ]]>
  • [0:00] Introduction: Two Types of People
  • [3:01] The Problem of Division in the Early Church
  • [5:43] Modern Examples of Division in the Church
  • [8:42] Israel's Purpose as a Light to the Nations
  • [11:42] The Past Status of Gentiles
  • [15:27] Our New Status in Christ
  • [18:54] The Temple Courts and Separation
  • [24:00] God's Vision for Unity in the Church
  • [28:01] The Church as God's Temple
  • [31:13] Pursuing Holiness Together

    • ]]>    6833f7f0-f499-4e69-ab29-9c623858969cTue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -050033:23falsefull    Ephesians 2:8-10 - "It's All Grace"Ephesians 2:8-10 - "It's All Grace"
  • Introduction & AT&T Stadium Illustration — 0:00
  • Recognizing God's Glory in Salvation — 6:57
  • The Gift of Grace — 11:42
  • Surrender to God's Design — 18:18
  • Living Out Good Works — 24:21
  • Practical Applications for Daily Life — 35:44
  • Conclusion & Call to Action — 44:35

    • ]]>
  • Introduction & AT&T Stadium Illustration — 0:00
  • Recognizing God's Glory in Salvation — 6:57
  • The Gift of Grace — 11:42
  • Surrender to God's Design — 18:18
  • Living Out Good Works — 24:21
  • Practical Applications for Daily Life — 35:44
  • Conclusion & Call to Action — 44:35

    • ]]>    8136df7c-6f1c-4b6c-bf84-e42b53a2e52aThu, 07 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -050044:44falsefull    2025 Spring Tea and Testimonies: "Saved by Grace"2025 Spring Tea and Testimonies: "Saved by Grace"0:00 - Kristin Gomez's Testimony

    11:38 - Shea Azuma's Testimony


    19:09 - The Story of Fanny Crosby

    ]]>    0:00 - Kristin Gomez's Testimony

    11:38 - Shea Azuma's Testimony


    19:09 - The Story of Fanny Crosby

    ]]>    199acbb8-d2eb-4d80-8720-b27c12c20158Fri, 16 May 2025 09:00:00 -050039:38falsefull    Ephesians 1:15-23 - "How to Church"Ephesians 1:15-23 - "How to Church"00:00 Introduction to Chunking Method

    01:08 Applying Chunking in Daily Life

    02:20 Chunking vs. Spiritual Growth

    02:58 Paul's Encouragement to the Ephesians

    05:21 Faith and Love in Action

    08:58 The Importance of Knowledge in Faith

    16:30 Living a Life of Submission to Christ

    26:07 Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth

    42:45 Concluding Thoughts and Prayer

    ]]>    00:00 Introduction to Chunking Method

    01:08 Applying Chunking in Daily Life

    02:20 Chunking vs. Spiritual Growth

    02:58 Paul's Encouragement to the Ephesians

    05:21 Faith and Love in Action

    08:58 The Importance of Knowledge in Faith

    16:30 Living a Life of Submission to Christ

    26:07 Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth

    42:45 Concluding Thoughts and Prayer

    ]]>    1bac9ba9-adcd-4362-b5cf-5d7a6569b371Fri, 16 May 2025 09:00:00 -050043:01falsefull    Ephesians 1:11-14 - "Saved By Him and For Him"Ephesians 1:11-14 - "Saved By Him and For Him"This is the second installment of our study of Ephesians.

    00:00 Introduction: Just the Facts, Ma'am

    00:52 Misquoted Phrases and the Search for Truth

    01:42 True Crime Podcasts and Selective Storytelling

    03:11 The Bible: The Ultimate Source of Truth

    04:23 Ephesians: The Assurance of Salvation

    08:07 Understanding Our Inheritance in Christ

    15:51 Trusting God's Power to Guard Our Faith

    20:55 The Power of God's Justification

    21:32 Unbreakable Love in Romans 8

    22:33 Reflecting on Our Salvation

    23:09 Dealing with Doubts and Sin

    24:55 Evaluating Spiritual Disciplines

    27:27 The Role of the Holy Spirit

    29:21 God's Unchanging Promise

    31:30 Salvation for God's Glory

    37:42 The Ultimate Assurance

    40:50 Living for God's Glory

    ]]>    This is the second installment of our study of Ephesians.

    00:00 Introduction: Just the Facts, Ma'am

    00:52 Misquoted Phrases and the Search for Truth

    01:42 True Crime Podcasts and Selective Storytelling

    03:11 The Bible: The Ultimate Source of Truth

    04:23 Ephesians: The Assurance of Salvation

    08:07 Understanding Our Inheritance in Christ

    15:51 Trusting God's Power to Guard Our Faith

    20:55 The Power of God's Justification

    21:32 Unbreakable Love in Romans 8

    22:33 Reflecting on Our Salvation

    23:09 Dealing with Doubts and Sin

    24:55 Evaluating Spiritual Disciplines

    27:27 The Role of the Holy Spirit

    29:21 God's Unchanging Promise

    31:30 Salvation for God's Glory

    37:42 The Ultimate Assurance

    40:50 Living for God's Glory

    ]]>    16b44d76-d8f7-4521-a024-bbb62e6b1bc4Fri, 21 Mar 2025 08:45:00 -050042:09falsefull    Ephesians 1:1-10 - "Good News for Every Day"Ephesians 1:1-10 - "Good News for Every Day"00:00 Introduction and Setting Expectations

    00:31 Purpose of Studying Ephesians

    02:50 Paul's Connection to Ephesus

    04:09 The Rally Cry of the Gospel

    12:36 Understanding Spiritual Adoption

    25:05 The Foundation of Your New Identity

    26:29 Understanding Redemption Through Christ

    28:52 Living Forgiven: Embracing Your New Life

    34:10 The Call to Forgive Others

    38:43 Trusting God in Every Detail

    44:02 The Eternal Perspective

    ]]>    00:00 Introduction and Setting Expectations

    00:31 Purpose of Studying Ephesians

    02:50 Paul's Connection to Ephesus

    04:09 The Rally Cry of the Gospel

    12:36 Understanding Spiritual Adoption

    25:05 The Foundation of Your New Identity

    26:29 Understanding Redemption Through Christ

    28:52 Living Forgiven: Embracing Your New Life

    34:10 The Call to Forgive Others

    38:43 Trusting God in Every Detail

    44:02 The Eternal Perspective

    ]]>    e7f0eb01-ca4e-4ee0-86f0-20625f041a24Sat, 01 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -050046:39falsefull    Christmas Coffee 2024Christmas Coffee 202400:00 The Four Stages of Santa Claus

    01:03 Mary's Magnificat: A Deep Dive

    02:19 The Humility and Worship of Mary

    03:38 Applying Mary's Example to Our Lives

    06:00 God Knows You Personally

    06:38 A Personal Anecdote: Washington D.C. Trip

    08:38 The Importance of Knowing God's Word

    11:15 Worshiping God in All Circumstances

    30:20 The Chain of Testimonies

    35:21 Final Reflections and Prayer

    ]]>    00:00 The Four Stages of Santa Claus

    01:03 Mary's Magnificat: A Deep Dive

    02:19 The Humility and Worship of Mary

    03:38 Applying Mary's Example to Our Lives

    06:00 God Knows You Personally

    06:38 A Personal Anecdote: Washington D.C. Trip

    08:38 The Importance of Knowing God's Word

    11:15 Worshiping God in All Circumstances

    30:20 The Chain of Testimonies

    35:21 Final Reflections and Prayer

    ]]>    dc3fb22e-54e9-4342-8efc-8031f04616cdTue, 21 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -050035:44falsefull    RETREAT: Anxious For Nothing Session 3RETREAT: Anxious For Nothing Session 300:00 Introduction and Personal Story

    00:10 The Shift to Healthy Eating

    01:30 Dealing with Anxiety

    02:17 Biblical Guidance on Anxiety

    04:17 Practical Steps to Combat Anxiety

    04:30 Personal Anecdotes and Lessons

    06:37 The Importance of True Thoughts

    10:20 Thinking Honorably and Justly

    19:38 Becoming a Lovely Woman

    22:10 Active Practice of God-Pleasing Actions

    24:31 Understanding Anxiety in a Christian Context

    25:13 The Importance of Practicing Faith

    25:42 Building a Relationship with God

    27:10 Paul's Example of Overcoming Anxiety

    28:32 Applying Paul's Teachings to Our Lives

    30:07 The Power of Trusting God

    35:39 Personal Story: Wedding Day Anxieties

    39:39 Psalm 16: A Guide to Trusting God

    46:29 Final Thoughts and Prayer

    ]]>    00:00 Introduction and Personal Story

    00:10 The Shift to Healthy Eating

    01:30 Dealing with Anxiety

    02:17 Biblical Guidance on Anxiety

    04:17 Practical Steps to Combat Anxiety

    04:30 Personal Anecdotes and Lessons

    06:37 The Importance of True Thoughts

    10:20 Thinking Honorably and Justly

    19:38 Becoming a Lovely Woman

    22:10 Active Practice of God-Pleasing Actions

    24:31 Understanding Anxiety in a Christian Context

    25:13 The Importance of Practicing Faith

    25:42 Building a Relationship with God

    27:10 Paul's Example of Overcoming Anxiety

    28:32 Applying Paul's Teachings to Our Lives

    30:07 The Power of Trusting God

    35:39 Personal Story: Wedding Day Anxieties

    39:39 Psalm 16: A Guide to Trusting God

    46:29 Final Thoughts and Prayer

    ]]>    9e0a8a81-50c4-4d79-b5a7-36a0e44a091cWed, 06 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -050047:44falsefull    RETREAT: Anxious for Nothing Session 2RETREAT: Anxious for Nothing Session 200:00 Morning Check-In and Hypochondria Confessions

    00:33 A Mother's Worry: The Bee Sting Incident

    01:46 Anxiety and Faith: Lessons from a Rash

    03:51 The Ultimate Trade: Christ's Sacrifice

    07:10 Finding Peace in Christ

    07:32 Personal Stories of Anxiety

    08:36 The Root of Anxiety

    10:04 Trials and Faith: A Test of Trust

    19:48 Guarding Your Heart and Mind

    26:40 Four Ways to Guard Your Mind

    26:50 Guard Against Doubting God's Character

    27:31 Guard Against Thoughts That Make Sin Look Good

    28:43 Guard Against Pride and Self-Absorption

    29:40 Guard Against 'What If' Scenarios

    31:47 Submit Your Emotions to Christ's Control

    38:07 Practical Steps to Deepen Your Relationship with Christ

    44:33 Persisting in the Fight Against Anxiety

    47:44 Concluding Prayer and Encouragement

    ]]>    00:00 Morning Check-In and Hypochondria Confessions

    00:33 A Mother's Worry: The Bee Sting Incident

    01:46 Anxiety and Faith: Lessons from a Rash

    03:51 The Ultimate Trade: Christ's Sacrifice

    07:10 Finding Peace in Christ

    07:32 Personal Stories of Anxiety

    08:36 The Root of Anxiety

    10:04 Trials and Faith: A Test of Trust

    19:48 Guarding Your Heart and Mind

    26:40 Four Ways to Guard Your Mind

    26:50 Guard Against Doubting God's Character

    27:31 Guard Against Thoughts That Make Sin Look Good

    28:43 Guard Against Pride and Self-Absorption

    29:40 Guard Against 'What If' Scenarios

    31:47 Submit Your Emotions to Christ's Control

    38:07 Practical Steps to Deepen Your Relationship with Christ

    44:33 Persisting in the Fight Against Anxiety

    47:44 Concluding Prayer and Encouragement

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    00:51 Reflecting on Past Experiences

    02:52 The Onset of Anxiety

    05:22 Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

    08:01 Defining Anxiety

    17:36 Turning to Prayer

    25:31 Control and Trust in God

    28:01 Personal Anecdote: Singing in Church

    29:18 Secular Advice on Anxiety

    33:42 Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

    34:59 Trusting God's Plan

    44:28 Practical Steps to Combat Anxiety

    50:51 Concluding Thoughts and Prayer

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    00:51 Reflecting on Past Experiences

    02:52 The Onset of Anxiety

    05:22 Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

    08:01 Defining Anxiety

    17:36 Turning to Prayer

    25:31 Control and Trust in God

    28:01 Personal Anecdote: Singing in Church

    29:18 Secular Advice on Anxiety

    33:42 Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

    34:59 Trusting God's Plan

    44:28 Practical Steps to Combat Anxiety

    50:51 Concluding Thoughts and Prayer

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    00:17 Celine Dion's Journey and Struggles

    02:29 The Role of Self-Control in Achieving Goals

    03:36 Biblical Perspective on Self-Control

    05:20 Paul's Athletic Metaphor for the Christian Life

    07:32 The Eternal Reward for Self-Control

    15:34 Challenges in Practicing Self-Control

    20:21 Fighting Sin with Self-Control

    23:05 The Relentless Battle Against Sin

    24:54 Reflecting on Galatians 2:20

    25:17 The Struggle with Sin

    26:17 Practicing Self-Control

    26:49 Actions and Speech

    32:16 Avoiding Temptation

    38:57 Accountability and Support

    41:21 Paul's Example of Discipline

    45:39 Hudson Taylor's Legacy

    47:11 The Eternal Reward

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    00:17 Celine Dion's Journey and Struggles

    02:29 The Role of Self-Control in Achieving Goals

    03:36 Biblical Perspective on Self-Control

    05:20 Paul's Athletic Metaphor for the Christian Life

    07:32 The Eternal Reward for Self-Control

    15:34 Challenges in Practicing Self-Control

    20:21 Fighting Sin with Self-Control

    23:05 The Relentless Battle Against Sin

    24:54 Reflecting on Galatians 2:20

    25:17 The Struggle with Sin

    26:17 Practicing Self-Control

    26:49 Actions and Speech

    32:16 Avoiding Temptation

    38:57 Accountability and Support

    41:21 Paul's Example of Discipline

    45:39 Hudson Taylor's Legacy

    47:11 The Eternal Reward

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