"The whole reason why we pray is to be united into the vision and contemplation of God to whom we pray." Julian of Norwich This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/09/colossians-42-18-the-christian-life-as-its-meant-to-be-lived/
“Whatever people may do, to whatever they may apply their hands - in agriculture, in commerce, and in industry, or in mind, in the world of art, and science – they are, in whatsoever it may be, constantly standing before the face of God. They are employed in the service of God. They have strictly to obey God. And above all, they must aim at the glory of his God.” Abraham Kuyper This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/08/psalm-24-it-all-belongs-to-god/...
When it comes to our prayers, we ought to expect the unexpected. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/07/2-samuel-517-25-inquire-of-god/
The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/06/james-57-12-hang-in-there/
“The purpose of life is to contribute in some way to making things better.” Robert F. Kennedy This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/05/2-samuel-51-10-living-into-a-purpose/
It is the meek who will inherit the earth – not aggressive people who believe in survival of the fittest, stepping on people to get where they want to go, or badgering others in order to get their way. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/04/matthew-55-blessed-are-the-meek/
In God’s upside-down kingdom, the eager beavers are turned away, and the half-hearted are called. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/03/matthew-818-22-the-path-of-christian-discipleship/
Listening, praying, and acting with justice and kindness are essential pathways to moral leadership. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/02/2-samuel-31-12-which-one-would-you-follow/
Leadership devoid of spiritual awareness will inevitably result in short-sighted and self-serving leaders. Conversely, devout leadership which evidences an integration of mind, emotions, and spirit will surely bring life and happiness to many. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/07/01/2-samuel-21-11-a-devout-leader/
Faith involves information and action. Both are needed for genuine belief. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/30/1-chronicles-101-14-faithfulness-matters/
Premeditated, deliberate, conscious wrongdoing can only expect a predictable process of moral failure. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/29/1-samuel-311-13-warning-signs-from-a-tragic-life/
Sometimes we just need a darned good friend. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/28/1-samuel-2314-18-encouraging-others-in-hard-times/
“Through the prism of my tears I have seen a suffering God. It is said of God that no one can behold his face and live. I always thought this meant that no one could see his splendor and live. But I have come to see that it more likely means that no one can see his sorrow and survive.” Nicholas Wolsterstorff This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/27/lamentations-322-33-the-need-for-lament/
“An acquaintance merely enjoys your company, a fair-weather companion flatters when all is well, a true friend has your best interests at heart and the pluck to tell you what you need to hear.” E.A. Bucchianeri, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/26/1-samuel-201-27-42-a-relationship-sustained-in-truth/
When deliverance and rescue seem slim. And hopelessness begins to calcify the spirit. love can release the hardening situation. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/25/psalm-130-believe-hope-and-love/
True sorrow leads to the careful, tedious, and patient work of repentance with all its vulnerability, awkwardness, and courage. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/24/2-corinthians-72-16-genuine-sorrow-changes-us/
Ultimately, fear has to do with disconnection. It is to feel powerless, separated from any resources, unable to do anything about what is presently staring us in the face and scaring us. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/23/mark-645-52-facing-fear/
The way to avoid wrongdoing is by hating sin. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/22/psalm-119113-128-how-to-change-our-spiritual-taste-buds/
Anxiety can warp our thinking, cause pain in our gut, and darken our heart. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/21/1-samuel-186-30-sauls-deep-anxiety/
The issue is not how much faith we have, but in whom our faith is placed. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/20/1-samuel-171-49-faith-in-action/
Anger is an emotional response to injustice. Whenever we are wronged or treated unfairly – or observe another person or group of people experiencing injustice – it stirs up our anger. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/19/psalm-99-20-assertive-anger-and-confident-trust/
A true friend is one whom you know always has your back; is the first person you call in the middle of the night in an emergency; and is the confidant you can say anything to, and they won’t freak out about it. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/18/1-samuel-1755-185-true-friendship/
If anyone claims to know precisely what God is doing and should do, they are a spiritual huckster speaking from ignorant pride. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/17/1-samuel-1614-23-the-work-of-god/
Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/16/luke-643-45-your-words-reflect-your-heart/
We must see beyond or through the world’s crud to a Divine Being who is there, reachable, and very much, cares about the state of humanity. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/15/psalm-53-is-god-gone/
The human brain is hard-wired, in such a way, that it works its best when healthy rhythms of giving and receiving occur. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/13/the-beatitudes-of-jesus-an-introduction/
Folks who are enamored with outward displays of spirituality and righteousness tend to be compulsive about maintaining appearances – for both themselves, and everyone else. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/14/galatians-611-18-what-counts-is-the-new-creation/
Solitude is important because it is the true path to listening well. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/13/1-samuel-161-13-solitude-of-the-heart-2/
Human flourishing occurs deliberately, not by happenstance. It takes intentional work in attending to the development of the soul, the needs of the body, educating the mind, and feeling deeply about things so that the whole person thrives and enjoys life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/12/psalm-921-4-12-15-just-like-a-cedar-of-lebanon/
Belief transcends time. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2021/06/11/hebrews-114-7-let-the-future-shape-your-present/
