Jolt of Joy
696 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsJoin Bible teacher and best-selling author, Carol McLeod, for a dose of joy from the Word of God every week. Carol wrings the truth out of the Bible in a practical and hopeful manner. You will laugh and cry as Carol goes digging for gold in the Word in such a way that it brings purpose to ordinary lives. “A Jolt of Joy" is a podcast that you will want to add to your routine each week, posting on Monday mornings! For more information on Carol McLeod, visit www.carolmcleodministries.com.
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Episodes
See the Form of a Miracle - The Time Is Now Day 17
June 05, 2018 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBHow does Jesus see your circumstances? Not the way you do. Listen to start seeing how Jesus sees. Take advantage of seeing the form of a miracle. Relinquish what is in your hands. Continue this devotion series on Mark.
Believe for the Impossible - The Time Is Now Day 16
June 04, 2018 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBThere is always a way to the impossible. All you have to do is walk by faith. Continue to strengthen your faith today with this devotional study of Mark start at Chapter 6 Verse 34. Hear this explosive miracle story today to build upon your faith for a miracle.
What miracle have you been expecting in your life? - The Time is Now Day 15
June 01, 2018 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBSadness and disappointment always precede a miracle. If you are struggling with this today, know the miracle you are expecting is on its way. Listen to find more promises of God in this devotion of Mark. Hear how you must study and talk about the miracles Jesus performed on earth. It is soil to the miracle you need in your life. Hear in this episode about how Jesus knew what it meant to lose a friend in Mark 6:30-32. He had to process grief and pain in the same manner you grieve.
Walk By Faith, Not By Sight - The Time is Now Day 14
May 31, 2018 09:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBYou are called to walk by faith, not by sight. Keep praying. Keep worshipping. Keep fellowshipping with other believers. When you continue to pray and worship, your answer is on the way. Hear the story of a very smart farmer from Mark 4:26-29. Learn from this story to keep praying, speaking your faith, believing to receive the miracle you need. Your prayer is a seed germinating. Click to listen for the encouragement to know your bumper crop is on its way.
Assessment of the Spiritual Heart -The Time Is Now Day 13
May 30, 2018 20:12 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBThe health of your heart matters. The part of you that communicates with the Father. Will you allow the Word of the Lord to soften your heart today? Ease drop on the story of the Sower and the Seed. Continue to listen in on this conversation from Mark 4. Learn desires can distract you from Jesus. Nothing else in life should compete for the heart of Jesus. Assess your heart by downloading now.
Do You Have Ears to Hear? - The Time is Now Day 12
May 29, 2018 22:02 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBGod is actively speaking to you today. Will you choose to hear or believe in Him? Listen to this continued teaching on the Gospel of Mark. Hear today's focus on Mark 4:9. Search for the deeper meaning of this parable of the Sower.
The Purpose of Parables: The Time Is Now Day 11
May 28, 2018 04:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBDig deeper into the Word of God with this teaching on Mark 4. Start with verse one to hear about the purpose of why Jesus taught through parables.
Jesus Loved the Sinner - The Time Is Now Day 10
February 15, 2018 22:53 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBGrow in your knowledge of Jesus in Day 10 from this study on the Book of Mark. Hear how Jesus built relationships outside His regular circles. Learn what happened when Jesus visited the house of a tax collector named Matthew (Levi). Change your relationships with Jesus today.
Introducing Jesus As Friend - The Time is Now Day 9
February 14, 2018 23:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBRefuse to become discouraged from introducing Jesus to your friends. In this study of Mark hear the story of four friends who did not give up helping a friend be healed by Jesus. Keep carrying your friends today.
Jesus Heals - The Time Is Now Day 8
February 13, 2018 22:37 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBGet into the word of God today with the good news of Jesus. Listen as Carol continues this study of Mark. Hear the story of the leper and be encouraged to not let the diagnosis of any situation be the final ending.
Bring People to Jesus - The Time Is Now day 7
February 08, 2018 23:23 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWho have you brought to Jesus? What is holding you back? Change lives today by listening to this teaching on the Book of Mark. Hear now is the time for you to bring friends and family to Jesus. No longer fear, trust God for opportunities to share.
The Focus of Jesus's Purpose - The Time Is Now Day 6
February 07, 2018 22:44 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWhat was the focus of Jesus's Purpose? It was you. Continue to open your heart to God's Word through the Book of Mark with an immediate focus on the purpose of Jesus. Hear chapter 21-28 on you are healed to serve someone else.
Will You Follow Jesus? - The Time Is Now Day 5
February 06, 2018 22:30 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWhat does the phrase "Follow Me" mean to you? Jesus is calling you to be someone you can't be on your own when He asks you to "follow" Him. Listen to the story of Jesus continue to be revealed through the Book of Mark. After listening, ask your self, "Will I pursue the calling Jesus has for me?"
Jesus In the Wilderness - The Time Is Now Day 4
February 05, 2018 23:03 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBJesus went before us as an example. Challenge yourself today while walking through the wilderness when you tune in to this teaching on the Book of Mark. Initiate change in your wilderness experience when you follow what Jesus.
Time to Make A Decision - The Time is Now Day 3
February 02, 2018 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBWhat is your decision to follow Jesus or launch out into ministry? Today, pick up from the Book of Mark the baptism of Jesus. Learn how it was an example for us and a sign of Jesus launching out into His calling. Listen before you answer the question, "Will you walk in your destiny?"
The Time is Now for Jesus - The Time Is Now Day 2
February 01, 2018 22:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWhen God makes a promise, it's a miracle on its way. Listen as Mark opens up with the voice of the prophets and with John the Baptist saying that now is the time for the Messiah. This study on Mark 1:1-3 will allows you to learn to hear the voice of God to prepare for your ministry.
The Time Is Now Day 1
January 31, 2018 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBAdventure back in time to join Jesus through the timeless book of Mark. Open your Bible, listen and learn from this perspective of Mark in the new series The Time Is Now.
Miracles Are On the Way - Real Life Day 23
January 31, 2018 00:32 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this final installment of the Real Life series, listen to how your miracle is on the way. If God can do it for Abraham and Rebecca, He can do it for you. Hear how not be tempted to give up during the waiting and what heaven's perspective is during the wait.
God Fulfills His Promises - Real Life Day 22
January 29, 2018 16:17 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBAre you perfect in all your ways? Of course not. Listen to the goodnews of how God uses imperfect people to do His will. Learn from the story of Sarah and Abrabraham their imperfections, their fear issues, and what God did to fulfill His promises to them. Do not miss this study of Gen. 15:1-6.
The Real Life Issues of Sarah - Real Life Day 21
January 26, 2018 23:28 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBSarah experienced the supernatural hand of God in her life. Learn about her real life issues from her story in Genisis 11:26-30. When you listen know your struggles are not the end of your story.
Go Digging for the Miraculous - Real Life Day 20
January 25, 2018 21:58 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBGo digging for miraculous treasure when you listened to the continued story of Elijah and his season of dryness. Be encouraged to get on your face before God and start seeing small miracles appear.
Key to Believing Through the Dryness - Real Life Day 19
January 24, 2018 23:16 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBRecognize the life of God in your circumstances instead of focusing on the death of them. Listen to continue this study on Elijah to learn how to walk in faith during a season of drought and refuse to give into the fear. Hear to apply the key to believing by going back to remind yourself who God is.
Will You Obey In Your Season of Dryness? - Real Life Day 18
January 23, 2018 21:09 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBGod works supernaturally, will you limit Him during a season of dryness? Through the story of Elijah from 1 Kings 17: 2-4 hear how to react in a season of dryness. Understand God will water you during this season and promise to provide.
Spiritual and Emotional Dryness - Real Life Day 17
January 22, 2018 23:46 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBHave you experienced a spiritual or emotional dry period? Maybe you are experiencing this now. Then you will want to listen to this teaching on a spiritual emotional desert from 1 Kings 17:1. Hear the story of Elijah to know the result of rain, new wine and oil.
Given Back More Than What is Given - Real Life Day 16
January 19, 2018 23:13 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBWhat do you allow to take up space in your heart? Where do you go for answers? How much do you give and give again? Listen to the final teaching on the Queen of Sheba. Learn about the real-life issues of giving through the giving of the Queen and King Solomon. Hear as you enter into the presence of Jesus, He has so much to give to you.
With What Do You Fill Your Home With?- Real Life Day 15
January 18, 2018 23:29 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWhat left the Queen of Shebah breathless when she visited King Solomon? Listen to find out and to learn how important it is to fill your home with wisdom, joy, and peace of Jesus.
Go to Jehovah to Get Answers - Real Life Day 14
January 17, 2018 23:14 - 13 minutes - 12 MBWho do you think of as a woman of influence? Listen to this story of the most prominent woman in the Bible. Hear who she is and what God did in this powerful woman's heart from 1 Kings 10:1-13.
How Do You Speak In a Difficult Situation - Real Life Day 13
January 16, 2018 22:53 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBEvery event in the Old Testament of the Bible points God's people to Jesus. This is true in the story of Abigail. Listen to the conlcusion of her story to hear how Abigail diffused a sistuation with her words. Learn to not let your actions and words to a situation bring shame. Speak greatness because people will act out over your expectations of them.
Forgiveness Releases Freedom - Real Life Day 12
January 12, 2018 22:42 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBThe call to Christian living is a call to humility and forgiveness. Apply the life lesson from the Bible story of Abigail and learn how to truly forgive, even when the person is guilty of doing wrong against you. Listen as we continue the Real Life study starting at 1 Samual 25:26.
Confrontation and Humility - Real Life Day 11
January 11, 2018 00:03 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBWhat would you do in a confronational situation? Listen to what Abigail did and learn from her humilty. Hear this story to grow in your faith now.
Taking the Blame - Real Life Day 10
January 09, 2018 23:30 - 13 minutes - 12 MBContinue learning about the real-life story of Abigail, Nabal, and David in Samuel 25. Listen today as you pick back up and continue or start Jolt of Joy's series Real Life.
Let There be Joy - Day 25
December 25, 2017 05:01 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBHost Carol McLeod reads the Christmas story from the Bible, which emphasizes John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, He gave His only son ..."
Let There be Joy - Day 25
December 25, 2017 05:01 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBHost Carol McLeod reads the Christmas story from the Bible, which emphasizes John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, He gave His only son ..."
Let There be Joy Day 24
December 24, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBCan you imagine how the Holy Trinity might meet in heaven to discuss how they might redeem their fallen creation? Host Carol McLeod says a blood sacrifice was needed, that much is clear.
Let There be Joy Day 24
December 24, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBCan you imagine how the Holy Trinity might meet in heaven to discuss how they might redeem their fallen creation? Host Carol McLeod says a blood sacrifice was needed, that much is clear.
Let There be Joy - Day 23
December 23, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBChristmas is all about presents. Before the Scrooge in you responds to that, listen to how host Carol McLeod explains that statement.
Let There be Joy - Day 22
December 22, 2017 17:01 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB"Christmas is the day that holds all of time together." Host Carol McLeod says let that old adage sink into your heart as you prepare for this most holy of days.
Let There be Joy - Day 22
December 22, 2017 17:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB"Christmas is the day that holds all of time together." Host Carol McLeod says let that old adage sink into your heart as you prepare for this most holy of days.
Let There be Joy - Day 21
December 22, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBJesus was there. If your past Christmases have seemed lackluster or hum drum, ask yourself, "Was Jesus in the midst of it?" Make sure He is with you this year.
Let There be Joy - Day 21
December 22, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBJesus was there. If your past Christmases have seemed lackluster or hum drum, ask yourself, "Was Jesus in the midst of it?" Make sure He is with you this year.
Let There be Joy - Day 20
December 21, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBGod used a star to lead the wise men to the Light of the World. They had the hope of future blessedness. Host Carol McLeod says we should rejoiced that they passed it on for future generations to enjoy.
Let There be Joy - Day 20
December 21, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBGod used a star to lead the wise men to the Light of the World. They had the hope of future blessedness. Host Carol McLeod says we should rejoiced that they passed it on for future generations to enjoy.
Let There be Joy - Day 19
December 20, 2017 05:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBChristmas reveals our true relationship with the Christ child. Look no further than the men who had active participation surrounding the birth of Jesus, and what was in their hearts. Host Carol McLeod explains.
Let There be Joy - Day 19
December 20, 2017 05:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBChristmas reveals our true relationship with the Christ child. Look no further than the men who had active participation surrounding the birth of Jesus, and what was in their hearts. Host Carol McLeod explains.
Let There be Joy - Day 18
December 19, 2017 05:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBThe message of Christmas is far more important than presents and and cards and lights. Will you embrace the story of Jesus' birth? Will you believe Jesus came into this world for you?
Let There be Joy - Day 18
December 19, 2017 05:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBThe message of Christmas is far more important than presents and and cards and lights. Will you embrace the story of Jesus' birth? Will you believe Jesus came into this world for you?
Let There be Joy - Day 17
December 18, 2017 05:01 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBThe world, especially during the Christmas season, is filled with busyness and chaos and impatience. That's why God sent His Son into the world--to help us slow down and "hear the angels sing" about the true meaning of Christmas.
Let There Be Joy - Day 16
December 15, 2017 05:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBDuring the time around Jesus' birth, shepherds, considering by many to be lowly had nothing to look forward to in life. Host Carol McLeod explains how that all changed with the birth of one precious baby.
Let There be Joy - Day 15
December 14, 2017 19:32 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBIf you think you're too busy during this Christmas season, just think back to Mary and Joseph and what they faced. Host Carol McLeod compels you to think about that, and how much you are blessed.
Let There be Joy - Day 14
December 13, 2017 05:01 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBChristmas can bring both frustration and joy. Have you allowed the enemy to frustrate you and upset your Christmas spirit? Host Carol McLeod shows us how we can avoid "traffic jams" of the heart during this holiday season.