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Wake Before the Day
We are Klarc and BobbieJean! “Wake Before the Day” was actually a phrase that came to us a couple of years ago…and has now become a way of life. With our young and growing family, most of our quiet, listening and creating happens in the early morning. Our church encourages each person to read a chapter of the Bible a day, write a verse the Holy Spirit lifts, pray that verse and share it with others. Let's talk the Bible, Holy Spirit adventures and what's happening in our world. We'll post early…
Episodes
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 9
As we dive into Romans 9 we encourage you to read this not only within the context of Romans but also the Bible! Remind yourself what we know of God and then…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 8
Romans 8 is one of the most theologically dense yet beautiful passages in the Bible. Join Klarc and Bobbie as they discuss what it means to live a spirit…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 7
Join us as we briefly discuss Romans 7 and then dive deeper for a better understanding of the Bible, God and the transgender community.
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 6
Romans 6 challenges us to ask different questions. For example, instead of thinking "how much can I get away with?" we should be asking, "how can our…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 5
Usually when it's too good to be true it usually is but in the case of Romans 5, it's not! God tells us that the experiences in life that have brought…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 4
It seems God wants to make it really clear to us that salvation is found in repenting and believing, accepting the free gift of faith. There is no "Faith +…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 3
Paul concludes his thoughts from Romans 1 and 2 in chapter 3. His conclusion? We're all sinners and need Jesus! In order to fully understand the grace of God…
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 2
We discuss Romans 2 which lays out: God's kindness, crime mob bosses, hypocrisy and much more!
- Wake Before the Day
Romans 1
Romans 1 discusses many things: nature proving God exists but being unable to save, humanity's need for a sinless savior, sexual immorality and the lie that…
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 28
The last podcast on the book of Acts! Paul finished strong and committed his life and ministry to Jesus all the way to the end.
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 27
Acts 27 is a jam packed chapter dealing with Paul as he sails stormy seas headed to Rome. Here is a takeaway from this chapter. The first is don't minimize the…
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 26
We have a responsibility to speak of Jesus. Don't minimize a small conversation nor should we get overwhelmed with the stage!
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Acts 25
The evil one uses sin to form accusations against God's people. The good news is Jesus is our defender and vindicator.
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Acts 24
In Acts 24 Paul is on his way to Rome and continues to have high-stakes conversations regarding Jesus and salvation. In this chapter Paul has a conversation…
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Acts 23
Let's talk about the significance of "place" and God's redemption. 20 years later, Paul stood where Stephen once stood.
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Acts 22
In Acts 22 Paul shares the Gospel by sharing his story. We've all heard "the power of story" and for the christian our story becomes especially powerful when…
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Acts 21
There is power in story and let's unpack the importance of loving the existing church while welcoming the newcomer.
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Acts 20
Devotion: strong love and loyalty; the use of time, money and energy for a specific purpose. The word "devotion" isn't used much in this chapter but this is…
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Acts 19
There is no "second baptism" of the Spirit. The Spirit lives within the believer and can come upon the believer for empowerment!
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Acts 18
We all need friends and a spiritual support system. Paul did. We do. Acts 18 reveals the inner workings of the church!
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Acts 17
Acts 17 encourages and challenges us in many ways. Who can be part of the church? Anyone and everyone who confesses Jesus as Lord! Examine the scriptures…
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Acts 16
Acts 16 reminds us: the Gospel is for the churched and unchurched, baptism is a gift and that prayer + praise = perspective!
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Acts 15
Financial crime experts study the real dollar rather than counterfeits. The same needs to be true with us and the Bible, hear why!
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Acts 14
Let's discuss the importance of the "Word of God" complimenting the "Work of God" and how to avoid the disaster Paul and Barnabas found themselves in.
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Acts 13
The Christians in this chapter encourage us to follow their example: fast, pray and listen for the Lord to speak. As we let this Biblical truth wash over us…
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Acts 12
In Acts 12 we read about the church praying powerful prayers yet being in disbelief when the prayers were answered! The Bible also compares and contrasts Herod…
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Acts 11
Acts shows us that God can bring a great deal of good and growth out of the pain and messiness of life!
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Acts 10
Don't count out anyone for being outside the reach of God's love! We all have "those people" in our life. God loves them, we should too! Acts 10 is one of the…
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 9
It takes courage to love your enemies and know that God wants to use your past to bless your future!
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Acts 8
Growing pains = growth. While the church is being hunted and harmed the Gospel is spreading all over the world. Cultural barriers are being torn down and we…
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 7
In Acts 7, Stephen reminds us the importance of knowing the Story of God and how it can guide us now!
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Acts 6
What happened in Acts 6 has forever changed the Church - the role of deacon is created. The Bible teaches us the important role deacons are to have caring for…
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Acts 5
People often don't change with permission they change with pressure. How we respond to situations often reveals what we believe!
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Acts 4
Will we let the fear of others silence us? Find ways to speak of Jesus and let the Holy Spirit do his work!
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Acts 3
When we bump into people in need we might not always have food, money or clothes to give. But we will always have Jesus to give people! When the Spirit invites…
- Wake Before the Day
Acts 2
Just like gas powers a vehicle, the Holy Spirit empowers the Christian. Is he empowering your life or are you motivated by something else?
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Acts 1
If we didn't have the book of Acts - the rest of the New Testament would be very confusing! Who are these people? How do they have the "power" to do what they…
- Wake Before the Day
Luke 24
We are reading about the resurrection! What is beautiful about this is that this represents everyday for the Christian.
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Luke 23
"Hosanna!" ... "Crucify him!" ... Which one is it?! While the heart of humanity is ever changing, inconsistent and at times unreliable, the heart of God is…
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Luke 22
From creation, God knew what creating would require of him and at this point in Luke 22 Jesus is about to fulfill the plan he created thousands of years ago.
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Luke 21
Giving out of one's abundance is fine and appreciated but giving when it is costly changes the heart!
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Luke 20
Why did Jesus often teach in parables? Why does it seem his "authority" is frequently questioned? We'll respond to these questions and challenge you to live…
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Luke 19
Zacchaeus shows us that nobody is beyond the touch of God. His response to Jesus's love should also move us to a radical love!
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Luke 18
The majority of believers became Christians between the ages of 4-14. Let's talk about why this is important.
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Luke 17
Jesus is swinging for the fences in Luke 17 - his teaching should cause us to pause and reflect on what this means for us. Essentially he reminds us to take…
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Luke 16
In this podcast we aim to tackle what seems to be a doozy of a parable, "The Parable of the Shrewd Manager". Often we leave this passage wondering what to make…
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Luke 15
Jesus didn't come for the healthy and the "found" he came for the sick and the "lost". This impacts all of us. Let's discuss Luke 15!
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Luke 14
How does one grow in humility? The answer has everything to do with understanding grace. God's free gift to the undeserving - us!
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Luke 13
In Luke 13 Jesus begins his teaching giving us a reality check - we are all going to die. The question is do we want to have a fruitful life and are we willing…
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Luke 12
Unpack a difficult passage regarding Jesus bringing division not peace and learning what it means to blaspheme the Holy Spirit!
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Luke 11
Luke 11 teaches us the "repent and replace" method and urges us to let the word and work of Christ shine in and through us!
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Luke 10
In this episode we discuss what it means to "protect your peace". We also discuss Jesus' response to the disciples when they returned from preaching, healing…
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Luke 9
We're discussing Luke 9 today, talk about a jam packed chapter! We're to walk in the authority of Jesus that he has given us in order to continue his mission…
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Luke 8
Let's discuss the importance of parables, the "soil" of our hearts and the demons that were sent into pigs in Luke 8!
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Luke 6
Chapter 6 is Luke's version of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus addresses many of the Old Testament laws but takes it a step further and gets to our heart. He…
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Luke 5
Confession of sin and grasping our inability to save becomes our resume for service to the Lord. Humility is the elevator to growth.
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Luke 4
Like Jesus, our life should be filled with more than "gracious words" but with the very power of God!
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Luke 3
There's a saying that goes, "identity determines destiny". We see Luke making that point here with the genealogy of Jesus and as John the Baptist prepared the…
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Luke 2
Today we're talking about Jesus humanity - something that often goes overlooked and not discussed. Jesus humanity + his relationship with the Holy Spirit has…
- Wake Before the Day
Luke 1
Ask God to give you the awe and wonder needed to fully embrace the coming of Jesus!