Ray Overholt, a profanity-slinging heavy drinker singing professionally in nightclubs in the 1950s, was impressed in his spirit to write a song about Jesus. He picked up a Bible and looked for something to catch his eye. What caught his attention was the scene of Jesus' arrest in the garden at night, where He told Peter to put away his sword, and that He could have called 12 legions of angels to His aid if He wanted to. Ray began to write. He wrote a full hymn about the scenes leading up to Jesus' death on the cross and sent it off to be published. It wasn't until he was singing his own song as a guest singer in a church that he actually received Christ as his own Savior. Join me today to learn more about this hymn and how it transformed the life of the man who wrote it.

1. https://dianaleaghmatthews.com/called-ten-thousand-angels/#.YoW64djMJPY

Jesus Christ is the King of Kings, and He has all authority over all things. He's chosen to impart some of His authority to us. What does that mean? What responsibilities come with that authority? Join me today for a look at Scriptures about our role using God's authority.

1. https://ca.usembassy.gov/our-relationship/our-ambassador/the-role-of-an-ambassador/

Because Jesus is the Ultimate Authority, even the seasons change because He deemed it so. Demons are compelled to obey Him. Every knee will bow and every tongue will confess -- from people to angels to demons to Satan himself -- that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Amid the storms of strife and unrest in our world right now, you can rest, secure and sure in the shelter of God's arms. Dottie Rambo gifted us with this beautiful song, and it continues to encourage, assure, and inspire.

1. https://www.staugustine.com/story/lifestyle/faith/2016/02/26/story-behind-song-sheltered-arms-god/16316471007/

Isaiah 40:11 tells us that the Lord is like a shepherd, gathering the lambs in His arms to hold them close. There are other Scriptures that talk about God holding us close, and the comfort and reassurance that provides is beyond measure.

1. https://www.mountainwings.com/past/7219.htm

God says He holds us in the palms of His hands -- that we're engraved there. He promises that nothing will snatch us from His hands, and even if we try to run from Him to the depths of the sea or to the pits of hell, His right hand is holding us, even there.

In 1956, Mosie Lister reflected on the habit instilled in him during his childhood -- the habit of prayer. And he started thinking about how many other people around him likely had had a similar experience, but perhaps no longer talked with God. He started writing down questions, and in 10 minutes, he'd written the lyrics to this hymn. How long HAS it been since you talked with the Lord?

1. http://sghistory.com/index.php?n=M.MosieLister
2. https://www.staugustine.com/story/lifestyle/faith/2016/01/15/story-behind-song-how-long-has-it-been/16320820007/

How do wisdom, insight, and knowledge work in symmetry, and what's different about them? How did God design this three-fold system to help us thrive and flourish in life?

In Proverbs 4:7, Solomon instructs his son to "Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight." Whatever you get -- get insight. What is insight? Why is it so important? In Proverbs 2, we're told to call out for insight, and to search for it like silver and hidden treasure. If we truly did that, what would change in our lives?

1. https://www.etymonline.com/word/insight#etymonline_v_9330

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After the tragic loss of his young nephew, Don Moen wrote this simple song for his sister-in-law and her husband, from inspiration God gave him on the plane ride to the funeral. From Isaiah 43:19, he drew "God will make a way, where there seems to be no way. He works in ways we cannot see -- He will make a way for me."

Don Moen singing "God Will Make a Way" https://youtu.be/1zo3fJYtS-o

1. https://www.crosswalk.com/church/worship/song-story-god-will-make-a-way.html

What's in a name? When it comes to naming your challenge, a LOT! Come on in and learn more about the different ways to choose a name for your challenge and what components are essential in a challenge name.

When the king of Syria wanted to capture the prophet Elisha, he sent an army to surround the city Elisha was in. When Elisha's servant woke up the next morning to see masses of horses, chariots, and soldiers, he was very afraid. Elisha assured him that "those are who with us are more than those who are with them," and he prayed that God would open the eyes of his servant. The Lord answered Elisha's prayer and Elisha's servant saw the horses and chariots of fire outnumbering the Syrian army. What do you need God to open your eyes to? What overwhelming victory do you need fresh eyes to see?

How can you add value to your Who before the challenge even starts? What would enhance their experience and sow into them? Consider offering something smaller when they register that doesn't compete with what you're offering at the end. Come on in to today's episode to hear more about that works, why it works, and how it can work for you.

No matter what obstacles we face, no matter what we encounter in life and in the world around us, we are never separated from the love of Jesus Christ. In fact, we are given overwhelming victory because of His love.

FREE vs PAID -- which type of challenge will work best for you and the people you're serving? What's the difference? Is there any in-between?

What does your Who's internal narrative sound like? What are they telling themselves on repeat and believing? What in that narrative needs to change, and how can you be the one to help that happen?

How does a challenge help a person take action? Why is this important? Because action in the direction of the change you want is victory. Successive victories, one after the other, bring change.

If I say "hard challenge vs soft challenge," what comes to mind? If it's jawbreakers vs gummy bears, that's the wrong kind of challenge! Come on in and learn more about what this "hard vs soft" business is all about.