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Armed and Dangerous - Part 1
ListenedPut First Things First - Part 2
ListenedIn this episode of 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce Meyer explores themes from her series, Put First Things First, focusing on the necessity of prioritizing a relationship with God above all else. Drawing from biblical accounts of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, Meyer discusses how periods of waiting and hardship serve as divine preparation for the blessings to come. The teaching addresses the importance of maintaining faith and obedience during both scarcity and abundance. Meyer emphasizes that true joy must be rooted in God rather than external circumstances like finances or ministry success. The episode concludes with a call to seek God's kingdom first, reminding listeners that working for God should never replace personal time spent with Him.
Put First Things First – Part 1
ListenedIn this episode of 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce Meyer explores the theme of putting first things first, focusing on the necessity of prioritizing time with God. Drawing from her personal history of ministry, Meyer discusses the frustrations of waiting for big dreams to manifest and the importance of being faithful in small beginnings. She shares how she learned to move from seeking God's hand for material provision to seeking His face for relationship. Through an examination of Deuteronomy chapter eight, the teaching emphasizes that obedience to God's commands is ultimately for our own benefit and spiritual victory. Meyer encourages listeners to audit their priorities, avoid the trap of being driven by external circumstances like financial stability or public opinion, and instead find satisfaction in the Word of God.
Keeping God First – Part 4
ListenedIn this episode of 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce Meyer discusses the importance of prioritizing God and living according to His will. She emphasizes the necessity of setting boundaries and learning to say no to others to remain obedient to God's guidance, rather than seeking human approval. Additionally, Meyer addresses the destructive nature of unforgiveness, bitterness, and resentment. She teaches that true mercy involves letting go of grievances and choosing to love through action rather than emotion, ultimately encouraging listeners to seek God's kingdom first to experience His blessings.
Keeping God First – Part 3
ListenedIn this episode of 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce Meyer teaches from her series 'Put First Things First,' emphasizing that our primary priority should be spending time with God. Using an anecdote about a pacemaker to illustrate the necessity of regular connection, she encourages listeners to stop trying to fit God into their existing schedules and instead begin structuring their lives around Him. Meyer further explores the importance of seeking God for who He is rather than just for His benefits. She discusses the dangers of making idols out of worldly desires and challenges listeners to embrace a 'nevertheless' attitude in prayer—submitting their personal wants to God's will. The teaching concludes with an exhortation to seek first the kingdom of God, trusting that all other needs will be provided.