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Groundwork is a half-hour conversation that digs deeply into Scripture, the foundation for our lives. Each week, pastors Dave Bast (president of Words of Hope) and Scott Hoezee (director of CEP at Calvin Seminary) cultivate our understanding of God's Word by unpacking the richness of the Bible and applying it with insight to today's world.
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Today is a daily devotional that helps God's people refresh, refocus and renew their faith through Bible reading, reflection, and prayer.
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This half-hour adventure for kids (ages 6-12) follows Lizarardo “Liz” Lacerta and his reptilian friends in the little town of Terrene. In the quest for fun, Liz and his pals often get themselves into trouble! With the help of their parents and other grown-up lizards like Grandpa Anole and Granny Gecko, they wrestle with the challenges and drama of childhood, finding real answers in the Bible. Designed to help children find their own roles in God’s big story, the program is supported by a liv ...
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Two BDMs from Unique Vacations discuss Sandals and Beaches Resorts every Monday.
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Dive deep into the world of equine nutrition, feeds, and supplements with Revolution Equine Nutrition! Uncover the importance of scientific evidence, active ingredients, and informed choices for your horse's health. Learn about new products and research. Hosted by Annie Emery, MS CRC CESMT CENA and this is a 100% non-sponsored platform. Annie is not associated with any feed company, product sales, or other commercial interest.
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Welcome to the we got problems podcast, with co-host Curtis G Martin, Rhonda L Brown, and Caliph Johnson Sr, the only podcast where solutions get discussed to our community's everyday troubles. Each week, you will hear mind-blowing conversations and actionable tips and strategies that you can implement in your daily life to become more effective. We Got Problems, and We Got Solutions.
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Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. — Ephesians 4:32Nelson Mandela courageously fought against apartheid in South Africa. His actions led to wrongful convictions and time in prison because of political enemies. As he was leaving prison, he was quoted as saying, “As I stand at the door o…
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Liz doesn't sleep for days because he is preparing for the big spelling bee.By ReFrame Ministries
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Encouragement When We Suffer for Being Christians
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Have you ever been tempted to hide your faith for fear of judgment or ridicule? By studying the words of the apostle Peter, we’ll find courage in the grace of Jesus Christ to remain faithful to the gospel in the face of injustice and suffering. In his letter to the early Christians, Peter reminds us that we have the strength to live this way becaus…
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Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. — Ephesians 4:31The Bible urges us to guard our hearts, for our actions flow from what is in our hearts (Proverbs 4:23). In our reading today, Jesus teaches that whatever fills the heart overflows into our words and actions. He points out that if there…
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Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. — Ephesians 4:29A study showed that in order to cancel the devastating effects of one negative word, four positive words need to be spoken. This shows how negative, harsh, and humil…
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Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. — Ephesians 4:28Everyone knows what stealing is, and in all cultures stealing is considered shameful and unacceptable. In my local context, a thief who is caught may be beaten by an…
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“In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. — Ephesians 4:26-27The Mossi make up the largest people group in Burkina Faso, where I live. They have a strict concept of self-control. They say that a leader—or any real man—should never laugh but always be serious. This notion …
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Speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. — Ephesians 4:25Social media has changed our world. Even in Burkina Faso, a fairly isolated country, the internet has made it much easier for people to connect with the rest of the world. This was a tremendous benefit during the COVID-19 crisis.But there is another side to the u…
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Each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor. . . . — Ephesians 4:25Our readings for today instruct us to be honest with the people in our lives. Jesus speaks about this in terms of keeping oaths, and Paul urges us to speak truthfully. These teachings remind me of two situations in my context.In Burkina Faso, it is not e…
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Put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. — Ephesians 4:24At the invitation of a French church, one of my colleagues was able to travel to Europe. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for him, but the very long flight was rather difficult for him. He was thirsty and hungry, and yet he refused any food or dr…
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The competition at the Junior Reptile Olympics is fierce, and when Morrie goes along with Skink to "positively influence the outcome" the kids run into all kinds of problems.By ReFrame Ministries
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I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. — Ephesians 4:17In some translations of the Bible, this passage tells us not to live “as the pagans do.” That term “pagans” might make you think of primitive tribes, with idols and all sorts of superstitions and outdate…
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As humans, we long for significance and the sense that our lives have value. This is especially acute when we’re experiencing suffering. When we’re through challenging times, we may find ourselves wondering: “Does my life matter? Am I making a difference?” But the apostle Peter confidently proclaims that all who have put their trust in the gospel o…
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From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. — Ephesians 4:16Our body is controlled by our head (not the other way around). Our head is the coordinating center of our body.It’s the same way with the church, which is called the body of Christ. We draw …
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We will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching. . . . — Ephesians 4:14Many societies in the world today tend to neglect elderly people. They often focus on youth, innovation, and the desire to get ahead. Being young is fashionable, and people who can't keep up are often pushed as…
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Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service. . . . — Ephesians 4:11-12Theologians sometimes speak about a difference between the church on earth and the church in heaven. Christ has triumphed over his enemies and is seated victoriously in heaven, and the church …
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He who descended is the very one who ascended higher than all the heavens, in order to fill the whole universe. — Ephesians 4:10An African proverb says, “If a blind man says he will throw a stone at you, he probably has his foot on one.” In other words, don't underestimate the danger of a threat. When someone says something like that, you should be…
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To each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. — Ephesians 4:7A story is told in Africa about a proud politician. This senior official had his own driver but did not treat him well. On a business trip he stopped at a restaurant and enjoyed a full meal, but he left his driver outside. On the way to a meeting afterward, the hungry d…
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School is upside down with both Liz and Skink both getting A's. And why is Granny refusing to attend her high school reunion?By ReFrame Ministries
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There is . . . one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. — Ephesians 4:4-6Citizens of the same country have many things in common. For example, they share the same territory, language, and history. In a similar way Christians are one in Christ. We are united spiritually with the Father,…
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