PAST EPISODES

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Take responsibility for your actions and offering reasons or justifications for not meeting expectations or achieving goals. Doing so signifies a shift from blaming external factors to owning one's actions and committing to improvement.  

 Distractions, both external and internal, can significantly hinder progress toward achieving goals. 

Bartimaeus was a blind beggar who was healed by Jesus near Jericho. Hearing that Jesus was passing by, he shouted, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" After a brief rebuff from the crowd, Jesus called Bartimaeus over and, after asking what he desired, healed his blindness 

A command to avoid making hasty or superficial judgments about others, especially based on outward appearances or without understanding the full situation. It encourages a spirit of mercy and compassion, prioritizing love and understanding over condemnation.  

 Generational poverty refers to a situation where poverty persists within a family for two or more generations. It describes a cycle where individuals are born into impoverished households and lack the resources and opportunities to escape poverty, often perpetuating the cycle into future generations. This type of poverty is characterized by a lack of access to basic necessities like healthcare, education, and stable employment, leading to a cycle of hardship and limited prospects.  

To trust God means to have faith in His reliability, His Word, His ability, and His strength, even when circumstances are difficult. It involves believing in His goodness and knowing that He has your best interests at heart, even if you don't understand His plan. Ultimately, it's about placing your life in His hands, believing He will take care of you.  

 Regardless of your past or current circumstances, God sees your inherent worth and potential for good. You are precious, valued, and capable, and God desires for you to live a life filled with love, joy, and purpose. 

 While rejection in the church is not that different from other life scenarios, it usually carries a greater sting. It hurts to ‘be hurt’ in the church. Where is the love that Jesus had? Why aren't we inclusive like Him? All should be included and not left outside the church until they "Get It Together" Love covers a MULTITUDE of Sin. 

 Life is full of challenges and setbacks. Persistence allows individuals to view these as temporary hurdles rather than insurmountable obstacles, enabling them to learn from mistakes and keep moving forward. 

God is the ultimate provider, sustainer, and origin of all good things in one's life. All blessings, strength, and provision ultimately come from God, rather than relying solely on worldly means or personal abilities. This perspective fosters trust in God's faithfulness and encourages a life of faith, obedience, and generosity.