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Aneel Aranha is an author, preacher, and evangelist who has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people around the world. You can find a huge selection of his reflections, articles, sermons, songs and other resources on his website www.aneelaranha.com. This daily podcast brings you very short messages of hope and encouragement for these difficult times.
Aneel Aranha is an author, preacher, and evangelist who has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people around the world. You can find a huge selection of his reflections, articles, sermons, songs and other resources on his website www.aneelaranha.com. This daily podcast brings you very short messages of hope and encouragement for these difficult times.
Do you face difficult circumstances in life? Of course, you do! Follow David's pattern of prayer, which is a beautiful expression of faith that can help us in our times of struggle.By Aneel Aranha
Although at times it seems as though God turns his face away from us because of our wicked ways, did you know that God's anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime?By Aneel Aranha
Given that we serve such an awesome God, is there any reason for us to be filled with fear and anxiety? Put your faith in this God and be filled with strength and peace.By Aneel Aranha
David speaks about those who speak cordially with their neighbors while they harbor malice in their hearts as evil people. Are you guilty of this?By Aneel Aranha
David says: “One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” What is the one thing that YOU seek?By Aneel Aranha
Do we dare to ask God to test us and examine our hearts and minds to see if we are faithful? What do you think he will find?By Aneel Aranha
We all go through turbulent times and tend to panic. However, we can follow David’s example and do five things that will see us through the storm, safe and sound.By Aneel Aranha
Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD? Who may stand in his holy place? The one with clean hands and a pure heart. How clean are your hands? How pure is your heart?By Aneel Aranha
Spend a minute or two reading each line of this psalm and reflecting on it. All your anxieties will fade away as you rest in the knowledge that you are in the loving care of the Good Shepherd.By Aneel Aranha
If you have received the gift of salvation, would you not want to see others saved, especially those you love? What are you doing about it?By Aneel Aranha
Scripture speaks of at least five crowns that await the believer when they reach heaven. Do you know what they are? How many of them do you think you will receive?By Aneel Aranha
We need to take heed of the things that Jesus says because these are not just matters of life and death; they are matters of everlasting rest or eternal condemnationBy Aneel Aranha
Do you trust God? If yes, do you worry? Do you realize the inherent contradiction because if we trust God how can we worry?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus warns about the end times, but most of us don't think it will happen in our lifetimes. We may be right. But the world ends for us when we end, no? Are you ready?By Aneel Aranha
Are you conscious, like David was, that you might be guilty of hidden sins? If yes, how can you become aware of them?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus says that in the last days (that's now), there will be many coming out of the woodwork, saying all kinds of things to get us to follow them. What should we know?By Aneel Aranha
Are you as enthusiastic in your expression of gratitude to God as David is, or do you take the victories he gives you for granted?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus prophecies the destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem 40 years before it happened. But why would God allow the destruction of the temple in which people prayed to him?By Aneel Aranha
It is natural to want vengeance agains those who hurt us, but Paul offers some wonderful advice. “Do good to those who are bad to you. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do you see the logic in this?By Aneel Aranha
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The Bite-Sized Gospel with Aneel Aranha
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Matthew 23:33-39 - Let the Restoration Begin
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The world is in shambles! How do we repair it? We can take a cue from Nehemiah, rather than the Pharisees, and begin the restoration today.By Aneel Aranha
St. Augustine once said: "You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you." Is your heart restless, or have you found rest?By Aneel Aranha
It's not a thought that is palatable, but we can be a lot like the Pharisees whom we despite, so perhaps we might want to change?By Aneel Aranha
Do you wish to ascend to God's holy mountain? Here's the checklist. You should be blameless, righteous, truthful, steadfast, generous, and honest. How do you fareBy Aneel Aranha
We continue our examination of the "woes" that Jesus said would befall the Pharisees — and might befall us if we act in imitation of them rather than of Jesus.By Aneel Aranha
Do you lament the evil in the world? How much do you contribute towards it? God is inviting you to change your ways and consequently change the world. What do you say?By Aneel Aranha
In the Beatitudes, Jesus spells out seven things that lead to blessings, grace, and peace. In the Woes, he spells out the things that lead to a life of misery, struggle, and unhappiness. Which do we want?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus never asked us to do anything that he didn't do himself. We also should be careful to do the same.By Aneel Aranha
Our enemies are not always people. Often, they are situations we face as we journey through life. How will you overcome them? God will make the way.By Aneel Aranha
Have the words of people hurt you? Take assurance in the words of God instead, who promises us many things, including his peace that surpasses all understanding. Do WE hurt people with OUR words?By Aneel Aranha
David wrote: The LORD says to my lord: "Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet'" (Psalms 110:1).By Aneel Aranha
Jesus tells us to love him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. The question is: How do we love someone we can't see or hear?By Aneel Aranha
The world might mock your faith, but do you believe the upright will see the face of God? Consequently, will you remain pure in heart?By Aneel Aranha
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Matthew 22:23-33 - Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
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Did you ever wonder what happens to relationships after the resurrection? Do our spouses remain our spouses? Will we recognize each. other?By Aneel Aranha
Do you wonder why the wicked seem so successful while you, who try to please God, struggle? Take heart. The Lord is coming back soon.By Aneel Aranha
Jesus once told us to be innocent as doves, but shrewd as snakes. This is because God is pure with the pure, but shrewd with the devious. Here's an example!By Aneel Aranha
As David said, the nations have fallen into the pit they have dug, and are dragging humanity along with them. Will you despair, or will you take refuge in the Lord?By Aneel Aranha
All believers have received the robe of righteousness that comes through faith in Christ Jesus. However, are we wearing it now?By Aneel Aranha
Do you realize that we are mere specs in a universe with a billion galaxies containing a trillion stars and planets? Yet, God cares for us. How does that make you feel?By Aneel Aranha
The Jews were God's chosen people, but when they didn't fulfill their obligations, he took the "vineyard" from them and gave it to us! Are we fulfilling OUR obligations?By Aneel Aranha
When people slander you, do you try to confront your accusers, trying to prove they are wrong, or do you go to God, trusting him to vindicate you?By Aneel Aranha
In the Parable of the Two Sons, Jesus speaks about a father who tells his two boys to go and work in the vineyard. Which one represents us?By Aneel Aranha
Are you facing a situation that fills you with dread and despair? You can allow yourself to sink into depression, or you can turn your eyes to the Lord. What are you going to do?By Aneel Aranha
Do you seek the downfall of your enemies, or do you wish that they experience the mercy of God as we have?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus made it clear to everybody that he was from God and that his purpose was to save the world from the effects of sin that had enslaved it. Do you believe this?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus says: If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer. Experience has shown us that not all our prayers are answered. So, what's wrong?By Aneel Aranha
When God disciplines us so that we may share in his holiness, do we rebel against him, or do we accept the correction in humility, knowing we will soon reap a harvest of righteousness and peace?By Aneel Aranha
When you face overwhelming odds, do you look at God for rescue, totally trusting he will, or do you look for other human-empowered solutions?By Aneel Aranha
Jesus once cursed a fig tree causing it to wither and die! He was undoubtedly angry at some people, but why take it out on a tree?By Aneel Aranha
Are you becoming cold because of the increase of wickedness around you, or do you believe the Lord will soon make everything right and take refuge in himBy Aneel Aranha
If we want to avoid a murderous spirit taking control of us — as it did the religious leaders of the past — then we need to ensure that we take steps to combat jealousy.By Aneel Aranha
