We're called to love. There is nothing more important or transformational. And we also struggle about how to really love. This talk is part of a series exploring/unpacking Danny Silk's message and book "Keep Your Love On". For more info - and access to the audio of the talks, please go to www.blazingfire.org.
As we enter the new potentiality of a year (2015), we step forward into possibility, probability, facing some of the same challenges of 2014, yet with a new-found self-belief, a newly discovered wisdom, and an evolving bravery. As the 2014 ebbs, it's a good time for reflection, to ask questions of the self, for instance:
This is the first part of a series we are doing about faith development at Cafechurch Melbourne (www.cafechurch.org), largely based on John J Shea's book "Finding God Again." We want to be adults, with fully functional adult faith, but how do we go about it? This session is about the God of the superego with which we start our journey. These images of God aren't wrong exactly, but they become increasingly inadequate, and as we develop, we need to develop more adequate notions of God.
As we enter the new potentiality of a year (2015), we step forward into possibility, probability, facing some of the same challenges of 2014, yet with a new-found self-belief, a newly discovered wisdom, and an evolving bravery. As the 2014 ebbs, it's a good time for reflection, to ask questions of the self, for instance:
This is the first part of a series we are doing about faith development at Cafechurch Melbourne (www.cafechurch.org), largely based on John J Shea's book "Finding God Again." We want to be adults, with fully functional adult faith, but how do we go about it? This session is about the God of the superego with which we start our journey. These images of God aren't wrong exactly, but they become increasingly inadequate, and as we develop, we need to develop more adequate notions of God.
When parents incorporate divine patterns of learning into their home schedule and routine they will greater opportunity for learning and growth for their children
This presentation introduces basic concepts of intimacy in a relationship. Although the points here can apply to romantic relationships, they also work for friendships as well. Intimacy is defined and explained and points are punctuated with clips from popular movies.
When parents incorporate divine patterns of learning into their home schedule and routine they will greater opportunity for learning and growth for their children
This presentation introduces basic concepts of intimacy in a relationship. Although the points here can apply to romantic relationships, they also work for friendships as well. Intimacy is defined and explained and points are punctuated with clips from popular movies.
safety environment for kids, Circle of GraceEmanuelEstrada
Safety environments for kids, Circle of Grace, How to protect yourself from unsafe situations, examples of unsafe situations. prepare kids for unsafe situations
Emotions operate on many levels, physical and mental, and they bridge thought, feeling, and action ; they affect many aspects of a person our lives. Emotions round us out, as we are more than our thoughts, perception, reason, or memories. Understanding and identifying emotions so we can express them effectively is key to a healthy life.
In order to have healthy intimate relationships with others, it helps to have a healthy intimate relationship with God. With God, there is absence of judgment and unconditional acceptance, unlike with a human partner. Through reference to biblical concepts and teachings from the Catholic Catechism, this presentation explains how to form a healthy intimacy with God.
This is the first part. This includes my thoughts from the foreward and chapter one. Have a piece of paper handy so you can fill out the parts it says to.
Are you looking for a book that captures the beauty and complexity of love in all its forms? Look no further than "Unconditional Love: A Collection of Love Poems" by Baraka Godwin.
This stunning collection of poems explores the highs and lows of love with sensitivity and grace. From the sweetness of a new romance to the heartbreak of a breakup, each poem is a window into the human heart, revealing the depth of emotion that makes us human.
Are you a hypochondriac of love or fear of love’s power, or are you a ‘relegator of love to nonsense? Not releasing love is ‘controlling’, as well as giving it where it’s met with abuse. Debunking love is unacknowledged common by pessimistically oriented non believers who put it in the same category as ‘believing in Santa Claus’.
(1) From an external orientation to an internal orientation
(2) Deconstruction of the false beliefs and stories we hold
(3) Feel to heal
(4) Accept our humanness
(5) Integrate our shadows (the parts we disowned)
(6) Be supported by relationships
And a list of day-to-day things we may want to do more of and less of to live a better life!
Pastor Brent encourages us and challenges us to surrender our will to the leading of God's Spirit instead of settling for judgments, disconnections, and addictions (living from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil). Slides for a talk given Jan 30, 2021.
Hearing the "Voice" of Jesus - Brent Lokkerrfochler
Pastor Brent Lokker shares a timely message about the privilege we have as believers to listen to the voice of Jesus recognizing the reality that He is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care (Ps 95:7). blazingfire.org To listen to the podcast, go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-83t6q-d5c6ca
Pastor Karena spoke from Luke chapter 14. Sadly, the audio was not recorded. However these slides carry part of the understanding and wisdom Karena beautifully conveyed. blazingfire.org
Pastor Russ Fochler shares the significance of Jesus' teaching to Nicodemus about being "born from above" and the necessity of being born of water and the Spirit. There is much we can learn from the way that Jesus engaged with Nicodemus that can make us wiser disciple-makers among our friends, neighbors and co-workers. blazingfire.org To listen to the talk, go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-vi8i4-d3e2eb
Given at Blazing Fire on Jan 18, 2020. Sierra shares honestly and powerfully from her own walk with God. To listen to Sierra's talk, go to
https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-dy9rm-d06d3d
The Father's Covenant of Grace - Brent Lokkerrfochler
This important message brings joy and freedom when we understand what it means for each of us. It's truly amazing good news instead of the "somewhat good news" many of us have been taught. Given at Blazing Fire on January 11, 2020. blazingfire.org To listen to this talk: https://blazingfire.podbean.com/mf/play/4r2asr/BF-J_Sermon_1-11-20.mp3
The Simplicity and Grace of Salvation - Kara Holtherfochler
Kara Holthe shares her joy in the simplicity and beauty of God's plan of salvation, as she recounts several stories from the book of Acts and her own life. The simple gospel is just as relevant and powerful today as it was 2000 years ago; his faithfulness continues through all generations (Ps 100:5). Kara included a moving message about God's heart to save whole families. Given at Blazing Fire Church on 12/14/2019 blazingfire.org To listen to the podcast, go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-fw65q-cb6ffa
Pastor Brent Lokker reviews what we've learned from the book of Acts, and helps us focus on the centrality of the Holy Spirit in any advance of the Kingdom. The secret is always to yield to Him, so that His dynamic life and power is allowed gain victory both in us and through us. For a talk given November 23, 2019 at Blazing Fire Church blazingfire.org To listen to the podcast go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-234xv-c8cb56
God Responds to Worship and Does A New Thingrfochler
Pastor Russ Fochler shares the story of Peter and Cornelius from Acts 10, and how God orchestrated changed minds and hearts to bring the Gentiles into full fellowship, receiving the Holy Spirit and baptism. We too are encouraged to move beyond the status quo, and hunger for the "more" that God has for us. Blazing Fire Church blazingfire.org To listen to the podcast, go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-8djpj-c376eb
Pastor Karena shares from the Bible and personal experience about how God engages with our heart and will - to grow up like Jesus. From a talk given at Blazing Fire blazingfire.org
Pastor Brent reminds us of the simple Gospel message and its power to set us free, if only we would take it at face value. Too often we have allowed never-quite-good-enough, performance-based religion to turn God's good news into a man-made prison! Pastor Brent invites us back to the place where we trust the completeness of God's salvation work in us, and can confidently state that we're fully accepted and loved as God’s favored child! To listen to the audio, go to: https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-7x8e8-c15475
Coming Home To Our True Identity - Charles Razzellrfochler
Charles Razzell contrasts the attitudes and outcomes for two men who encountered God's power: Simon the Sorcerer and Paul the Apostle (Acts chapters 8 & 9). God calls us to experience sonship and values us accordingly, whereas many of us still tend to assess each other for what we do. The best possible outcome is when we know who we are in Christ and live accordingly; Jesus being the Vine, and we the branches. To listen to the audio, go to https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-x7ybq-bf913d
Slides for a talk given at Blazing Fire on July 20, 2019. Welcoming Holy Spirit to fully access our heart. Here is the link to the podcast: https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-t2b8u-b89896 God's "hesed" love for us, the work of Holy Spirit in our hearts, the problem of being "stiff-necked"/narcissistic, and the challenge of loving our enemies.
Welcoming Holy Spirit To Fully Access Our Heart. Slides for part 1 of this talk on Acts 6:8 - 7:60. Given on July 13, 2019 at Blazing Fire Church blazingfire.org by Russ Fochler. Listen to the podcast here: https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-kqv3y-b7e37e
How Does Fear Fit With The New Covenant of Grace? Acts 5:11-42rfochler
Continuing our study of the Book of Acts, Pastor Brent looks at Acts 5:11-42. Like the discussion last week, Brent helps us consider scriptures we sometimes wonder what to do with. This time, we take a deeper look at what kind of fear is appropriate in the lives of believers given that "perfect love drives out fear." (1 John 4:18) To listen to the talk, go to: https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-eifed-b58525
blazingfire.org
Ananias & Sapphira - There's More to the Storyrfochler
Pastor Brent Lokker looks deeply into this famous story and questions our assumptions about what it means. Given at Blazing Fire Church June 15, 2019 blazingfire.org
To listen, go to:
https://blazingfire.podbean.com/e/theres-more-to-the-story-—-brent-lokker/
Pastor Brent Lokker highlights the defining characteristics of the fellowship of believers as described in Acts 2:42-47 and Acts 4:32-37. Rather than treat these ideas as confined to the first century, Pastor Brent demonstrates that breaking of bread, praying for one another and taking care of each other's practical needs remain as defining marks of Holy Spirit-inspired communities today. To listen to the podcast, go to https://blazingfire.podbean.com/e/true-community-—-brent-lokker/ Given at Blazing Fire Church blazingfire.org on May 18, 2019.
From talk given by Russ Fochler on April 13, 2019. To listen to the talk: https://blazingfire.podbean.com/e/the-holy-spirit-reveals-jesus/
To learn more about us: blazingfire.org
From a talk given at Blazing Fire Church www.blazingfire.org on 3/3/2019. Pastor Susan Fochler traces Peter's transformation from head-strong to humble, showing how he became secure in his sonship and ready to lead a new move of God. You can listen to the podcast here: https://blazingfire.podbean.com/e/preparing-for-power-the-story-of-peter/
Talk given on February 16, 2019 at Blazing Fire Church. blazingfire.org Jesus had a lot to say about the coming indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. We'll see the impact of this beautiful, powerful Promise and Gift in the Book of Acts. To listen, go to https://blazingfire.podbean.com/e/preparing-to-dive-into-acts-%E2%80%94-russ-fochler/
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
2. How do I
“Keep my Love “On”?
• With people who are scaring me?
• With everyone?
(That is a lot of people!)
• Without being used-up and
consumed by the needs of others?
4. T extremes of “Saul’s armor”
wo
Hard-Hearted, quick to reject. look for
rejection and get offended; I’ll reject you
before you reject me.
Overly Compliant and People-pleasing;
afraid to be honest with our own needs and
desires.
Both responses are caused by Fear, and
lack of love for, and belief in, yourself.
6. Love is Supernatural
Loving Others, not by trying hard to “be
nice”, but by first receiving love from God
for yourself, and living from that stream.
7. What about people who scare me?
“When we are confronted with
people who scare us, fear makes it
difficult for us to remember that
they are worthy of love.”
- Danny Lee Silk
8. But Jesus....
Jesus never let fear overpower Him, He
constantly showed us who was worthy:
enemies, children, sinners, women,
extorters, prostitutes, soldiers,
politicians, the sick and diseased, highclass, low class, religious, nonreligious.
Everyone.
- Danny Lee Silk
9.
10. Does the Emotion of Fear
• Ever seem to “take you over”?
• It does with me sometimes
• A recent story....
11. Is This an
Existential Threat?
• When people are upset
with us
and forcefully “press us” implying:
• “You are not enough”
• Existential threat?
• Fear!
• “Do I fight?” or “Do I
try to run
away” or “Do I freeze”
13. Control of the Brain During
Distress & Suffering
• The brain is not configured in a way that makes
obedience through logical, language based
propositions possible during distress and suffering.
• The only way we can avoid sin (missing the mark)
while using a human brain is to learn to
synchronize with God while we are suffering. Joy
makes this possible.
James Wilder - Neurotheology & The Life Model
Source - http://www.lifemodel.org/topic.php?rn=4&page=2
14. “If the emotional control center of the brain
has the last word and takes over when hard
times and strong feelings come, then a
spiritual life that changes what we do in the
hard times must be learned in the presence
of our emotions and will not be helped by
banishing them.”
James Wilder - Neurotheology & The Life Model
15. Staying Connected
While Upset
“We would not abandon each other or
miss chances to be together just
because we were upset—not because
we eliminated emotions, but because we
formed relationships based on love that
is stronger than our fear of pain.
James Wilder - Neurotheology & The Life
Model
16. Able to Stay Connected
“We would learn to feel strongly yet stay
together and give life. This kind of face-toface relationship when we are upset is just
what is needed to train a young or poorly
developed control center to handle distress.
That would be a spiritual life that would
change character.”
James Wilder - Neurotheology & The Life Model
17. How do I
“Keep my Love “on”?
• With people who are scaring me?
•Withiseveryone?
(That a lot of people!)
• Without being used-up and
consumed by the needs of others?
20. But....
• We can focus our love towards the one
that God puts in front of us!
• “Love the one” - Heidi Baker
• We can love and pray for the ones that
the Holy Spirit brings to our heart and
mind.
• And I believe that our human spirit is
capable of allowing the Love of God to
flow through us to entire groups.
21. How do I
“Keep my Love “on”?
• With people who are scaring me?
• With everyone?
(That is a lot of people!)
• Without being used-up and
consumed by the needs of
others?
22. Value Your Life as God Does
Do whatever you need to do so you
can receive His love for you. Take
care of yourself. The more you
receive His love, the more you will
learn to value your life as He does.
The process of receiving God’s value
for your life is what anchors you in
setting healthy boundaries.
Pg 137-138 “Keep Your Love On”
27. Deeply Attaching to God
• Is through mutual joy with Him
• Through exchanges of love and affection - “face
to face”
• And through experiencing a “quieting” with Him.
• “The Lord (Yahweh) your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing.”
Zeph 3:17 NKJV
28. “This is what God's love
does-- it casts out fear and
destroys every dividing wall
created by fear. It heals all
disconnection between God
and His children, between each
of His sons and daughters.”
Danny Lee Silk
