Best City Church Tulsa Podcasts (2024)

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Oh Come Let Us Adore Him - Hymns of Joy

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Talk NotesO Come Let Us Adore Him Advent 2024 What is Advent?Formed from a Latin word meaning “coming” or “arrival”. Advent is the traditional celebration of the first advent of Jesus (the Christmas story) and the anxious awaiting of His second advent in glory. In Advent we are ushered into a time of waiting where we are connected again with our lo…

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The Tim Easton Interview: Busking in Europe, Music Cities, and Guitar Names 31:06

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Tim Easton is a confessional storyteller who has lived a thousand lives in one, having lived and played in London, Dublin, Paris, Prague, and Madrid. After returning to the States, the singer-songwriter with the vagabond heart moved to New York City and then Los Angeles before making his way to settling down in Nashville. Tim's latest album, "Find …

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A Liturgy for Those Battling Anxiety - Liturgy for the Moment

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LITURGY FOR THE MOMENT: Part 7A LITURGY FOR THOSE BATTLING ANXIETYPrince of Peace, we come with restless hearts and racing thoughts.The weight of worry presses down,and we are consumed by what-ifs and worst-case scenarios.As the deer pants for streams of waterso our souls thirst for You, the living God.You are the God who calms the storm,The Shephe…

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Longing for More: Week 4 - City University

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Message from City University on November 21, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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The Book of Genesis: Week 4 - City University

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Message from City University on November 21, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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Intentional Parenting: Week 4 - City University

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Message from City University on November 21, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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God in the Marketplace: Week 4 - City University

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Message from City University on November 21, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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The JM Stevens Interview: Bo Diddley, Howlin' Wolf, and Getting Back to Mississipi Roots 24:36

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Today's guest is an Americana artist out of Austin, Texas, JM Stevens. Former lead singer of the Retro-rock band Moonlight Towers. Stevens has performed at the prestigious SXSW and Folk Alliance Showcases since striking out solo. He's owner of East Austin Recording Studio and most recently released his second solo album, "Nowhere to Land" with a mi…

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A Liturgy for Those Consumed by Noise - Liturgy for the Moment

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LITURGY FOR THE MOMENTA liturgy for those consumed by noise Father, we are surrounded by a constant stream of content,an overwhelming amount of input.We find ourselves hypnotized by glowing screensand the escape that is found in our loud world.We repent for times of mindless scrolling.We repent for seeking other voices above yoursWe repent for numb…

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The Book of Genesis: Week 3 - City University

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Message from City University on November 14, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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Intentional Parenting: Week 3 - City University

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Message from City University on November 14, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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God in the Marketplace: Week 3 - City University

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Message from City University on November 14, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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Longing for More: Week 3 - City University

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Message from City University on November 14, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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The Jesse Ray Smith Interview: That Bay Area Sound, Music as a Way to Cope, and the Definition of a Great Album 27:18

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Today we have Jesse Ray Smith. He’s a singer-songwriter out of California. His sound is reminiscent of those famous crossovers from the 70s like Fleetwood Mac, Joe Cocker, Eagles, and Jackson Browne with a fresh take. It’s not a carbon copy of that sound, but a resurgence with creative compositions, lyrics, melody and production good enough to riva…

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A Liturgy for the Lonely - Liturgy for the Moment

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Pure Religion SundayLiturgy for the MomentA liturgy for the lonelyGod who sees us and knows us,Although crowds of people surround us,We feel unseen, unheard, and disconnected.We carry with us a deep longing to be known,An aching inside to be unconditionally loved.Holy Spirit, would you meet us in these empty spaces?God who places the lonely in fami…

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Intentional Parenting: Week 2 - City University

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Message from City University on November 7, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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God in the Marketplace: Week 2 - City University

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Message from City University on November 7, 2024By City Church Tulsa

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The Book of Genesis: Week 2 - City University

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In Week 2 of The Book of Genesis, Pastor Matt Nelson guided us through Genesis 2–5, highlighting themes foundational to understanding God’s character and humanity’s purpose. Moving from Genesis 1’s poetic creation account to the more narrative style of Genesis 2, Pastor Matt explored the significance of humanity’s unique creation in God’s image, th…

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Longing for More: Week 2 - City University

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In Week 2 of "Longing for More," Rachel explored how spiritual practices create space for transformation by the Holy Spirit, focusing particularly on prayer and contemplative prayer. Emphasizing that to experience the life of Jesus we must adopt His lifestyle—including practices like solitude, silence, and prayer—she discussed how these disciplines…

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The Matt Joe Gow Interview: Early Americana Influences, Collaboration, and Songwriting 23:08

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Somewhere in the Southern Hemisphere, in a city known for its gothic style architecture, a singer-songwriter was born whose life would change forever hearing a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers album which grew into a love for bands like The Jayhawks, Wilco, and Whiskeytown. Native of Dunedin, the second-largest city in the South Island of New Zealan…

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God in the Marketplace: Week 1 - City University

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"Using your current position for kingdom impact" - If you’re a marketplace leader, this class is just for you. You’ll learn how God wants to use you right now in your current role and be equipped to engage in faith conversations that will foster community and lead to transformation. This class will help you discover Gods vision for your workplace a…

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The Book of Genesis: Week 1 - City University

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In week one of The Book of Genesis, Pastor Matt Nelson guided us through the foundations of this powerful text, emphasizing its role in answering life’s biggest questions. We began by exploring Genesis as Israel’s story of identity, written to counter competing cultural narratives and to clarify who God is and who we are. Rather than seeing humanit…

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Longing for More: Week 1 - City University

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In this first session, Rachel invites us into her journey of spiritual formation, sharing her story of encountering God's presence from an early age and her discovery of spiritual disciplines as an adult. Exploring the life of Jesus as both fully human and fully divine, Rachel unpacks how Jesus lived in constant dependence on the Father and was emp…

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Intentional Parenting: Week 1 - City University

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In this first week of Intentional Parenting, Families Pastor Michael Letney and Lindsay Nelson introduce foundational principles to help parents guide their families with purpose and grace. They emphasize that while there’s no perfect formula, building a strong family culture starts with establishing core values and priorities that shape daily deci…

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A Liturgy for Those Struggling in Secret - Liturgy for the Moment 49:28

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A Liturgy for Those Struggling in SecretFather, I confess that I’ve been struggling.With nowhere else to turn, I come to You.My wounds have festered deep within the dark—They’re veiled in shadows, covered by façades.Yahweh El Roi, You are the God who sees me.Only You know the missteps I have hidden.Only You see the sins I keep secret. Will You make…

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The McKinley James Interview: The Advice His Dad Gave Him, "Working Class Blues" Album, and Motown, Stax, & Chicago Blues 23:19

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Opening for ZZ Top throughout multiple dates on their tour to opening up for the Mavericks at The Ryman Auditorium their’s something universal that connects McKinley James‘s music to playing for these two diverse audiences. That universality is blues meets old school rock meets a straight forward songwriting style. His latest album, Working Class B…

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A Liturgy for a Politically Divided Nation - Liturgy for the Moment

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LITURGY FOR THE MOMENTA liturgy for a politically divided nation10.27.24A liturgy for a politically divided nationFather, in the midst of this political season, we turn our eyes to you.Though hatred and discord seem to surround us,Help us to be instruments of your love and vessels of your grace.We declare our primary allegiance to you and your king…

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The Wesley Dean Interview: Australian Roots, Crazy Hearts, and the Creative Mindset 23:28

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Dubbed "The Psychedelic Cowboy", Wesley Dean is an Aussie with the spirit of the American West. His latest album, Music from Crazy Hearts, with the title track, video featuring two performers from the Nashville Ballet, dancing around Wesley. His sound is reminiscent of Joe Cocker meets Tom Petty meets outlaw country. Moving to Nashville in 2021, al…

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A Liturgy for Those Longing for More in Their Marriage - Liturgy for the Moment

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LITURGY FOR THE MOMENTA liturgy for those longing for more in their marriage10.20.24 Genesis 2:23-2523 The man said, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was taken out of man.”24 That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh. 25 Adam and his w…

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The Edie Carey and Sarah Sample Interview: Songs of Comfort, Recording, and Balancing Touring w/ Motherhood 23:15

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With gentle piano melody, a soft strum on the guitar, and floating vocals In My Arms is more than a lullaby. It is a love song that only two experienced songwriters writing about motherhood can so eloquently express. The first of Edie Carey and Sarah Samples single releases for the new album, Lantern In The Dark: Songs of Comforts and Lullabies. Th…

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A Liturgy for those Disillusioned with their Faith - Liturgy for the Moment

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LITURGY FOR THE MOMENTA liturgy for those disillusioned with their faith10.13.24A Liturgy for those disillusioned with their faithWe come with heavy hearts and broken dreams,Wrestling with our faith and struggling with uncertainty.We are weary, tired, and disillusioned,Wrapped in a dark night of the soul.Would you walk with us on our road to Emmaus…

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Politics and the Church 1:14:19

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In this episode, Cody Jensen, Matt Nelson, Rachel Sanders, and special guest Jonathan Gates dive into the complex intersection of politics and faith. They discuss how Christians can navigate political seasons while maintaining their identity in Christ, the tension between legislating and embodying the Kingdom, and how to engage with others—especial…

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The Crys Matthews Interview: LGBTQ+ Preacher's Kid, Ted Talk, and Reclaiming Country Music 23:34

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An in-depth conversation with singer/songwriter Crys Matthews about the importance of having candid conversations to those in your community and how she uses music intentionally to educate through story and emotion. Her sound is a mixture of Country, Blues, and Folk. This preacher's kid from North Carolina'a songs are message driven and she has a n…

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The Teresa Knox Interview: Renovating The Church Studio, Leon Russell's Legacy, and The Tulsa Sound Revival 27:46

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Within The Church Studio walls if you listen close you can hear the stories of those who've hallowed it, including Leon Russell, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, JJ Cale, Freddie King, Tom Petty, Phoebe Snow, and Willie Nelson to name a few. The studio once owned by Leon Russell has since been not only restored, but also made a world class…

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We Battle Together - The Unseen 39:54

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8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. 9 Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my hands.”10 So Joshua fought the Amalekites as Moses had ordered, and Moses, Aaron and Hur went to the top of the hill. 11 As long as Mo…

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The Kim Richey Interview: Album Inspiration, Girls Just Wanna Weekend, & Songwriting Heroes; w/ special guest Jillian Matundan 24:37

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This week’s Artists You Should Know is a treat to introduce, because she’s one of my favorite songwriters, Kim Richey. She’s had her songs recorded by Trisha Yearwood, Jim Lauderdale, Patty Loveless, Suzy Bogguss, Terri Clark, Brooks and Dunn, and Radney Foster. She’s recorded harmony vocals on songs for Jason Isbell, Reba McEntire, Mary Chapin Car…

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Knowing Your Enemy - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENKnowing your enemy9-22-24WORLD: systems and ideologies that are opposed to the ways of God FLESH: our sinful desiresDEVIL: the dark emanating force of evil in the cosmos who’s aim is our destructionJohn 8:39-47They answered him, “Abraham is our father.” Jesus said to them, “If you were Abraham's children, you would be doing the works Abra…

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The Willie Watson Interview: Real Love, Creative Outlets, and Meeting One of The Beatles 23:02

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Willie Watson's debut self-titled album was released this past Friday. Since leaving Old Crow Medicine Show, founding member Willie Watson, has been forging together an album that really reflects himself as an artist. After two solo albums, the self titled third album finally feels like the solo expression he’s been seeking. To Willie, it’s epic po…

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Weapons & Strategies of Warfare - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENWeapons & Strategies of Warfare9.15.24 We cannot passively resist the Enemy and expect to walk in freedom and victory. Ephesians 2:1-7And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disob…

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The Young Fables Interview: The Songwriting Process and the Stories Behind Them 39:12

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Here’s AmericanaMusic.com's podcast interview with the Americana band, The Young Fables. With Laurel’s powerhouse vocals, Wes’s smooth electric guitar lines, and the band’s amazing songwriting chops you’ll be hooked instantly. Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford live in Nashville, but are originally from Maryville, TN. With 3 full length albums under th…

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Deliverence - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENDeliverance9-8-24 What is demon possession and does this really still happen today? "Possession is always positional and sometimes in presence."Jon Thompson Ephesians 2:1-5 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the …

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The spiritual realm 1:32:41

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In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of the unseen spiritual realm. Cody Jensen is joined by Pastor Matt Nelson, Pastor Rachel Sanders, and special guest Stephen Kuert. Together, they share personal stories and experiences that provide evidence of the spiritual world at work. From miraculous encounters to moments of divine intercession,…

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Identity & Authority - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENIdentity & Authority9.1.24 One of the enemy’s primary tactics in your life is for you to forget or fail to know your true identity in Christ. In the moment we take on a false identity, we immediately forfeit the victory and power that has been given to us. Luke 9:1-2When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authori…

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Signs & Wonders - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENSigns & Wonders8.25.24 Where you may find yourself this morning…1. Belief2. Skepticism3. Denial or Hostile Skepticism Matthew 11:2-6When John, who was in prison, heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples 3 to ask him, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” 4 Jesus replied, “Go back and report…

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Armor of God - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENArmor of God8.18.24Ephesians 6:13-18 (NLT)13 Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. 14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. 15 For shoes, put on the peace that come…

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Kingdoms in Conflict - The Unseen

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THE UNSEENKingdoms in Conflict8.11.24 There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. - C.S. Lewis, Screwtape Letters The two most common responses to spiritual warfare and the spiritual r…

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Missional Shift

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Missional ShiftStephen KuertLuke 10:1-11, 17-21 ESVAfter this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every town and place where he himself was about to go. 2 And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborer…

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Mini-messages | Tim Watkins, Carolyn Udall, Cody Jensen

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TALK 1Grief: Friend or Foe?Tim WatkinsMatthew 14:10-12He sent and had John beheaded in the prison, 11 and his head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. 12 And his disciples came and took the body and buried it, and they went and told Jesus. 13 Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat t…

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Embrace the Process

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Genesis 37:28So when the Midianite merchants came by, his brothers pulled Joseph up out of the cistern and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt. 1. The Test of Brokenness Genesis 39:1-5Now Joseph had been taken down to Egypt. Potiphar, an Egyptian who was one of Pharaoh’s officials, the captain of the guar…

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The Secret Place

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The Secret PlaceLuke 5:15-1615 Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. 16 But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.The unseen will always proceed, fuel & sustain the seen. Jeremiah 175 This is what the Lord says:“Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who …

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