Episode 2048 - Promises To Count On

Following Jesus isn’t just about starting—it’s about staying. In this episode, we confront the real danger of turning back after walking with God. Through powerful scriptures, we see how some disciples walked away, how Demas deserted the faith, and how Scripture warns us about a ... Show More

Looking back may seem harmless—but spiritually, it can be dangerous. In this episode, we examine how longing for the past, hesitating in obedience, and holding onto what God has called us out of can hinder our walk with Him. Through the examples of Lot’s family and the Israelites ... Show More

Following Jesus is not casual—it’s costly. In this episode, we take a sobering look at what true discipleship requires. Through powerful moments in Luke’s Gospel, Jesus makes it clear: loyalty to Him must come before comfort, relationships, and even personal ambition. This messag ... Show More

Fr. Mike reminds us that God keeps his promises, even if it takes a little longer than we thought. Just like the people of Israel received everything the Lord had promised them, we too will receive everything the Lord has promised us, even in the midst of hardship and temptation. ... Show More

In Genesis 18 made a promise so outrageous that Sarah laughed. The promises that He has made you are bigger. Throughout Scripture, God has promised to save and sanctify you, to wipe away all your tears, and to dwell with you in Paradise for eternity. Now those are promises! But h ... Show More

Pause right now to remember the ways God has kept His promises in your life. 

Did you know that there are over 7,000 promises in the Bible from God to you?  There are promises of security, safety, and provision. Most people go through life never claiming any of the promises of God, but he made those promises to help you fulfill your purpose in life. 

<p>THE WORD THIS WEEK IS: <strong>promise</strong>.</p><p>What a weighted word. We say it like it&#39;s just a noun, forgetting that it is a verb as well. But what does it actually mean to you? Is your word your bond? Do you make promises that you intend to keep, but then pull ba ... Show More

Fr. Mike points out God's remarkable promise of deliverance to Israel even in the midst of their captivity and apparent hopelessness. Even when we don't see God working in our lives, we rejoice in God because we trust and hope in his promise of salvation. Today's readings are Is ... Show More

Fr. Mike reads about the powerful moment God reveals himself to Moses in the burning bush and promises to set the Israelites free from slavery. Today's' readings are Exodus 3, Leviticus 2-3; and Psalm 45. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Pleas ... Show More

Fr. Mike takes a break from 2 Chronicles to enter into the book of Hosea. We learn that Hosea was a prophet called to not only witness to God's words, but to his actions as well. Fr. Mike also touches on hope in times of intense healing, and how essential this virtue is when stri ... Show More

Fr. Mike takes us through the last chapter of Daniel and explains how Daniel models for us on how to live in exile and still be faithful to the Lord. We also see in Jeremiah the Lord promise a new covenant that will ultimately be fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Today’s readings are Je ... Show More

Fr. Mike takes a break from 2 Chronicles to enter into the book of Hosea. We learn that Hosea was a prophet called to not only witness to God's words, but to his actions as well. Fr. Mike also touches on hope in times of intense healing, and how essential this virtue is when stri ... Show More