Arise and Abide
1,078 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsA daily Devotional Podcast where married couple Curtis and Sally Perea read a portion of scripture then discuss what stood out to them, and apply it to their day to day growth.
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What God Has Done
June 04, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBReading Judges 7:16-8:3 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Gideon and the 300 men take the Midianite camp by surprise. They followed the instructions and watched as the LORD threw the army into a panic, turning on themselves. The warriors of Ephraim offended for not being called on earlier. Gideon’s humble response was an encouragement to the people of Ephraim and pointed them to what God has done for them. Proverbs 15:1. Gideon of the tribe Manasseh, Ephraim being Manasseh’s ...
Faith Stretch
June 03, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MBReading Judges 7:1-15 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Asking God for help and then failing to praise the LORD when He brings success. Gideon’s faith journey. The process of showing Israel that God is going to rescue them, tests Gideon’s faith. God meets us in our unbelief and is faithful to answer. Help me overcome my unbelief reference, Mark 9:14-29. God wants to give Gideon encouragement that God will bring the victory. Shifting our mindset to confidence in God and not se...
LORD, Give Me a Sign
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBReading Judges 6:33-40 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. When Gideon sends out a call to arms the people respond. Gideon was “clothed” with power by the Holy Spirit. Colossians 10:3, 12, and 14. Clothing yourself in your new nature, tender-hearted mercy, kindness, humility, patience, and love. Clothed in power but still needing to grow out of his imposter syndrome and into confidence in the LORD. God gives signs and allows us to ask for a sign or two. Signs increase our faith...
God Shows Up
June 01, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 8.83 MBReading Judges 6:25-32 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The people didn’t want to respond to the message God sent through the prophet and their response to witnessing what repentance looked like was violence. Gideon needing help and doing it under the cover of night. God still moving for the peoples rescue and salvation even though they are not yet at a place of repentance. The contrast between Baal and gods that do not show up and the One True God who again and again shows ...
God is Enough
May 31, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBReading Judges 6:1-24 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The people of Israel turning away from God, then calling out to God asking why, and God sends a prophet to tell them why, and they still are not listening. The Angel of the LORD speaks to Gideon who doesn’t see himself as able to save anyone. God calls us to lead others as God leads us. God showing Gideon that Gideon’s life is in the LORD’s hands. Being in God’s presence.
Faithful to His Promises
May 30, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.9 MBReading Judges 4:1-24 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Deborah calls for Barak, and Barak’s response being less than full of faith. The story starts again with the odds against Israel, they would need God to give the victory. The LORD is marching ahead, the LORD’s victory over Sisera will come from the hands of a woman. Jael being used by God to bring His justice. Learning lessons on walking in faith.
Wait, Trust, See
May 29, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBReading Psalms 62:1-12 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The Psalm starts in a quiet place waiting for God to rescue him from his enemies. Waiting quietly, listening for God, waiting for God to move. Psalms 46:10&11, David trusts the LORD at His Word. David recognizes his strength is from the LORD. Waiting quietly, clearing our mind of all the thoughts and worries, meditating and listening. The equality of people, all our value should be in God. Not putting your hope in ste...
Trust and Obedience
May 28, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 9.02 MBReading Judges 3:1-11 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The LORD leaving the other nations in place to continue the relationship with the future generations so they can learn to trust and obey. The test is the opportunity for God to prove His faithfulness. The Israelites abandoned God and served images of Baal and Asherah poles. Looking at problems as something I must solve vs the opportunity to see how God is going to move next.
Predictable Pattern
May 27, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBReading Judges 2:6-23 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The pattern of Israel following the LORD but then returning to other gods. The people who were faithful died and then the people no longer acknowledging the LORD. The people abandon the LORD, and the LORD brings them back. God’s plan to change the world is us. God uses His people to help and rescue His people. Our nature to go back to selfish ways. The key piece to God using us to change the world is God’s own Holy Spir...
Count the Cost
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBReading Joshua 24:19-33 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Finishing the book of Joshua. The people committed themselves saying, “We will serve the LORD…” twice. Joshua knows the people will fail and the need for a savior. Don’t worship idols doesn’t seem like a big ask. Joshua pushing the people to consider the consequences of turning away from God, Jesus urged the disciples to count the cost of following Him. The consumer culture of instant gratification can cause us to go...
Make Your Choice
May 25, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBReading Joshua 24:1-16 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Joshua, letting go of any leadership he has over the people, offers them the choice of following God or turning away. The importance of remembering. Recounting their story all the way back to when Abraham was with his family, his father Nahor, worshiping idols. God is faithful to His promises. Matthew 6:24, you cannot serve two masters. The story going back to Abraham’s father Nahor worshiping idols shows that it doesn’...
Glory to God
May 24, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBReading Joshua 23:1-16 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Joshua gives the people an encouragement, instructions, and a warning.it is tempting to lose sight of where you are going when there is a change in leadership, Joshua gives all the glory and credit to God. Instructions to not turn from God, neither to the left nor the right and the danger of churches being distracted by political morality instead of biblical truth. Intentionally cling tightly to God. God’s word has come...
Communicating Fears
May 23, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.8 MBReading Joshua 22:1-34 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Joshua’s encouragement in 22:5. Israel was afraid the two and a half tribes were going to bring trouble on all of Israel. The two and a half tribes were afraid the rest of Israel may exclude them from future worship. Israel’s first response was to prepare for war, then sent a delegation to speak with the two and a half tribes to gather more information. They are set at ease when they hear their hearts on the matter. Com...
Pitched His Tent
May 22, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11 MBReading Psalms 61:1-8 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. David cries from the ends of the earth. Being scattered, overwhelmed, and how God draws us to Himself. God’s presence, brings protection, and gives us peace. When we are overwhelmed and do not feel safe, we can feel alone. Matthew 5:3. When we are in the struggle, we need to purposefully move our mind back to God, who is near and is drawing you close. Sanctuary, literally meant “tent” just like the Tabernacle. God choose...
Remain In His Love
May 21, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MBReading Joshua 22:1-10 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Jumping from chapter 11 to chapter 22. God helping Israel clear out the land, dividing the land, Caleb getting his allotment of land, the daughters of Zelophehad getting their land. Some of the tribes failing to fully drive out the people. Cities of Refuge established. Joshua’s encouragement to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half tribe of Manasseh. Joshua does not want the distance, or the natural barrier of the Jordan ...
Burn the Chariots
May 20, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBReading Joshua 11:1-23 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Israel once again is faced with a collective of kings and their armies seeking to destroy Israel. God once again says “do not be afraid”. Isaiah 31:1, trusting in military might and not in the LORD. Joshua killing the descendants of Anak, the giants that the people of Israel were afraid of when they first sent spies into the land. Joshua’s victories came because of His obedience to the instructions God gave Moses and M...
Victory is the LORD’s
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MBReading Joshua 10:16-43 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Israel’s history of wishy-washy obedience seeming to come to an end. Victories continue coming from the LORD as they obey. The confidence boosting/faith building moments of victory. The repeated encouragement to not be afraid or discouraged but to be strong and courageous. Keeping eyes focused on God and the call He has put on your life will go well for you and your life.
Defended
May 18, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBReading Joshua 10:1-15 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The Gibeonites’ deception was an act of faith that the LORD would do what the LORD said He would do. Jacob’s deception and the consequences of his lies. The Gibeonites were known to have strong warriors. Just like all the other victories, this was an act of God. The LORD through them into a panic and the hailstorm that killed more than the Israelites killed with their swords. The LORD didn’t use the Amorite kings to tak...
Go to God
May 17, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.6 MBReading Joshua 9:1-27 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The difference between what we see and what God sees. We can only see what is presented to us, God sees down into people’s heart. Israel relied on their own examination and do not consult the LORD. The call for us to remain in a posture of humility so that we go to God for everything we need.
Hit Pause
May 16, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11.1 MBReading Joshua 8:30-35 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Following the victory that came after defeat, Joshua and the Israelites take the time to worship the LORD their God. Worshiping God with building an altar, sacrificing, and reading the Word. The importance of taking time to remember God, His Word and promises, God’s covenant and all that God has done. Hearing again the words of Moses from Deuteronomy 20, regulations concerning war, versus one through four. The enemy is ...
Rallying Point
May 15, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBReading Psalms 60:1-12 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. A psalm useful for teaching. David pointing out the need to turn to God in the face of defeat and teaching that truth to his people. 2 Samuel 8 telling the story of the time this psalm was written and gives no word or sign of defeat. When we are being defeated or running into obstacles it is time to turn to the LORD. Joshua’s defeat then victory over Ai in Joshua 7&8. God will trample down the foes, He will kick down th...
Nowhere to Run
May 14, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBReading Joshua 8:1-22 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The LORD now giving the instructions and giving the Israelites victory over Ai. This time the LORD lets them keep the plunder. Purging Achan from the people was a statement to the LORD that the people valued the LORD and His word more than any thing else, not following the example of Achan. Joshua learning to follow God’s lead and that following God’s lead requires us to obey His Word. Sometimes obeying means taking noth...
The Need for Jesus
May 13, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBReading Joshua 7:1-26 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Israel won Jericho by the LORD’s hand, and now without the LORD’s help they were defeated when it looked like they should have easily won. Joshua blaming the LORD, and the LORD revealing the truth. One man’s choice caused the whole people group to be guilty of sin. The choice to turn away from God and live selfishly. Even though they have made it to the promised land, the sin problem is still not solved. The LORD is the ...
Have Faith
May 12, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11.1 MBReading Joshua 6:20-27 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Jericho’s impenetrable walls fall, not like in the movies portraying walled cities being conquered. Rahab’s home was attached to the wall. Witnessing the supreme might of God to give His people whatever He want’s them to have. Walled cities, fortified strongholds, hardened hearts, and God is moving in. God can break down the walls and move you into the life He has prepared for you. Surrender and let God in. Hebrews 11, ...
The Battle Belongs to the LORD
May 11, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MBReading Joshua 5:13-6:19(NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. This was God’s battle. Joshua understood that his job was to be obedient to the LORD. God’s method would not have worked in human strength. This was a gift of God to His people. Are you friend or foe? For me or against me? Neither. God is for truth, goodness, and for His perfect purposes.
Rolled Away
May 10, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBReading Joshua 5:1-12 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Gen17:9 starts the original call to circumcision. God provided the way across the Jordan, paralyzes the inhabitants of the land with fear, making room for all the Israelite males to be circumcised and recover safely, so that they will bear the mark of the covenant, the covenant that is the reason they are being given the land. The Israelites prepare themselves for battle by obeying the LORD, which was Moses’ instruction...
Memorial Stones
May 09, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBReading Joshua 4:1-24 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Twelve people chosen to pickup stones from the middle of the river to set up a memorial for telling future generations. Each tribe was important and unified. Joshua being made a great leader in the eyes of all of Israelites at the hand of the LORD. It is the LORD who gives favor not our abilities, experiences, or who we learned from. The best leaders are the best followers. Jesus always followed the Father and calls us t...
Satisfied
May 08, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBReading Psalms 59:1-17 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. David, the mighty warrior, goes to God for his protection and does not rely on his own strength and ability. God scoffs at the hostile and arrogant people. Waiting on the LORD is how David fights his battles. We are strong and courageous as we wait of the LORD and Glorify His name in the circumstances, we find ourselves in. Versus 6 and 14, the image of snarling dogs prowling the streets but going unsatisfied. We live u...
God Makes a Way
May 07, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBReading Joshua 3:1-17 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The Israelites crossing on dry ground, this time the Jordan River into the promised land. The miracle of dry ground is God making a way. God demonstrates His leadership as He makes the way for His people to cross the Jordan. You cannot make people know God is with you, God shows up, God moves, God lifts up the humble. Keeping our identity in the Word of God and surrendering the Holy Spirit. Getting out of the selfish min...
Works of Faith
May 06, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MBReading Joshua 2:1-24 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Rahab’s act of faith mentioned in the book of Hebrews and James. Her place in David’s and Jesus’ lineage. Rahab recognizing God as LORD of everything in creation. The spies return with the words of Rahab which echoed the words God had been saying through Moses. Rahab and all of Jericho had heard of all the LORD had done for Israel, they were already a testimony of God’s supremacy. Faith without works is dead, the Holy Sp...
How We Go
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBReading Joshua 1:1-18 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The Lord’s encouragement to Joshua to be strong and courageous, becomes a command. Versus 3-5 God’s promise, versus 6-9 God’s command. The call to be 100% focused on obeying the LORD. The word’s God spoke to others in the Bible are for you, and me. The Word is alive. Walking by faith with His strength and courage, surrendered to God’s Holy Spirit. Wherever we set our foot, God has called us there to be a witness and He ...
Last Words
May 04, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11 MBReading Deuteronomy 33:26-34:12 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Moses’ final words encourage Israel to not be afraid, that God is with them and all they need is God. Who else is like you? Who has a living God? The Living God has claimed us as His own. God clears the way before His people, Psalms 50:3. Macro and Micro protection of the LORD. Moses puts his trust in God as he goes up Pisgah Peak. The people needing to put their trust in the LORD as they go into battle withou...
The Lion and The Lamb
May 03, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 15.3 MBReading Deuteronomy 32:15-47 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Seeing God’s heart in the Old Testament. How will God teach people idols have no power over their life? By making them need healing and salvation. O, if they could only understand this. The desire of Moses for the people of Israel to listen and understand the Truth of God heart. We live in a time when we are restored to God because of Jesus. As children of God, it is part of our history too. The encouragement take...
Eagle’s Wings
May 02, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MBReading Deuteronomy 32:1-14 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The imagery of Moses teaching being absorbed, internalized, and nourished. Moses’ heart is still for the people who get it. God isn’t demanding to be pleased, but He wants your love. Perverse is anything that has deviated from the truth of God into something self-indulgent, self-gratifying. God being our Father and creator. The importance of reminding ourselves of our identity as Children of God.
Justice
May 01, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBReading Psalms 58:1-11 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Washing feet. Knowing the meaning of the word justice. The call of leaders to act justly. The dark picture of what happens when the wicked come to power. We all choose our own way, from Adam and Eve, Moses talks about the choice between life and death, the choice to follow God’s way or their own way. Changing power from one selfish leader to another until they put the LORD God as their King. Romans 7:18-25
Rhythms of Remembrance
April 30, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBReading Deuteronomy 31:9-13 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. God telling the people of Israel that they should read the Book of Instruction to the people regularly. The significance of reading the story of their history during the Year of Release and the Festival of Shelters. To be read to everyone, men, women, old, young, all who could understand. Revelation coming from God, there are no special insights known only by “spiritual elites”. Remembering your roots, where you’...
Be Strong and Courageous
April 29, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBReading Deuteronomy 31:1-8 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The somber yet exciting time for the Nation of Israel as Moses passes leadership to Joshua. In the call to be strong and courageous points the people to why they have a reason to be strong and courageous. The reason is that the LORD will personally go ahead of them, be with them, never fail of abandon them. Moses seeing how the people tended to panic in the face of fear. In fear and worry we think about the what i...
Within Reach
April 28, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBReading Deuteronomy 30:11-20 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. From the beginning, the way was the same, die to your selfish nature, love God and love people. Romans 8:6, letting your sinful nature control you mind leads to death, but letting the spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. Not letting distractions keep you from the call of God to Love God, love people, and go make disciples. Jesus was always pointing people to the Father, and we are called to “walk in H...
Repent and Believe
April 27, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 9.71 MBReading Deuteronomy 30:1-10 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. If they obeyed they would be blessed, if they disobeyed they would experience the curses, if they repent, they would be restored. Your relationship with God is more important than all the good things God puts in your life. The circumcision of our hearts, Hebrews 2:29. Recognizing that we have gone our own way and returning to the LORD, being baptized, and following Jesus.
God Gives Understanding
April 26, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.7 MBReading Deuteronomy 29:2-29 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion
Hard Truth
April 25, 2022 21:52 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBThis episode ran longer than we expected and decided to make this one available to you all but release it as a special episode. In it we look at the consequences of disobedience, our future hope, the works of the flesh, the fruit of the Holy Spirit and how to respond to warning signs.
A Witness to His Good News
April 25, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBReading Deuteronomy 28:1-14 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The blessings for obedience shows God’s heart for the earth to be filled with kind and loving people. Obedience to God’s word would make them an example and testimony of God’s love and faithfulness. Be an example that other people want to follow, one of God’s love and generous heart. God’s response to people who love God and love people is a pouring out of blessings. Jesus makes it all possible. Seeking the Kingdo...
God Fulfilled
April 24, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBReading Psalms 57:1-11 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. When Saul wanted David dead, David calls out to God. David understanding that God was the one who could provide everything He needed. 1 Samuel 16. God has a plan for our lives. We have a call to reflect the life of our Servant King, Jesus, making disciples, being a royal priest hood, and we can trust God to fulfill the purpose of our lives when we face obstacles and opposition as we answer the call. Singing praises re...
God Speaks
April 23, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.9 MBReading Deuteronomy 18:9-22 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. We are to go to God and not seek wisdom, knowledge, or power from other sources. Moses again brings up that the people asked for God to speak to them through a Prophet. Acts chapter 3, Peter’s message to the witnesses. Jesus was crucified because of arrogance, the importance of recognizing our own depravity in our faith journey. From the beginning God is listening to us, we are heard, and He wants to speak to us a...
King Jesus
April 22, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBReading Deuteronomy 17:14:20 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Regular reading keeps you from becoming proud, pride keeps you from regular reading. Prophetic foreshadowing of the people asking for a king in 1 Samuel 8:19&20. The heart of God who gives the people a way, knowing who they are going to fail. God instructing the people to appoint as king the one God chooses. Being defined by God’s word or by comparison to others. Jesus’ baptism and Transfiguration are clear examp...
A Tithe
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 15.4 MBReading Deuteronomy 14:22-29 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The physical act of bringing the tithe. The image of a party, God has invited us to His banquet. Jesus continuing this invitation at the Last Supper. The loss of these traditions and what it could look like in our lives today. 1 Corinthians 11:24, “as often as you drink it”. The opportunity to share a meal with Jesus is always at hand. The picture of the whole family going on the mission of celebrating in the LOR...
Love Over Fear
April 20, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.8 MBReading Deuteronomy 10:12-11:7 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Moses speaks to the people of Israel who are going into battle, encouraging them to remember God and live in a way that will be a good example for their children who were not eyewitnesses to the LORD’s work of deliverance and discipline, so they to would learn to walk and live loving God and loving people. The fear of the LORD brings us to our need for Jesus. Deuteronomy 5:28-29, Oh that they would always have h...
A Stubborn People
April 19, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBReading Deuteronomy 9:1-6 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The greatness of the nations the LORD is going to drive out for Israel, Deut. 7:22. The LORD is capable of victory against all obstacles. “Quickly” is not always as quickly as humanity may want to see, but the LORD’s timing is good. The new attitude of the people of Israel vs. forty years ago. Not getting the land because of their own strength or goodness, but because of God’s love, favor, and goodness towards those ...
Not by Bread Alone
April 18, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MBReading Deuteronomy 8:1-20 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Repetition increases remembrance. God humbles his people so they can learn to rely on Him. Jesus quoting this verse during His temptation in the desert. Following the decrees, love God and love people. God shows us our need for Him. The burden of having to do it all on your own in your own strength vs allowing God’s strength and power to lift that burden. The life achieved through God’s strength and power is so muc...
Going Through It
April 17, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBReading Psalms 56:1-13 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. David reminding himself of God’s promises when feels afraid. Praising the LORD while you remember as it is the appropriate response to the trustworthiness of God’s promises. Psalms 22:3, Holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel. God is on your side. Romans 7:15-20, the things I want to do I do not do. The enemy uses fear and lies to keep us from putting our trust in God. Though the enemy is tempting David to take his e...