94) You Can't Bootstrap Kindness
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Release Date: 06/18/2025
94) You Can't Bootstrap Kindness
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Overview Personal story illustrates impact of kind communication in a church setting, highlighting the surprise of a young girl previously unfamiliar with such interactions. Biblical foundation for kindness rooted in Ephesians 4:31-32 emphasizes need for cooperation with the Holy Spirit for genuine transformation. Three root causes of unkindness identified: lack of modeling, hurt from trauma, and absence of a relationship with Christ. Salvation path articulated through Romans 10:9-10, underscoring the belief in Jesus’ resurrection and commitment to follow Him. The...
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93) Thursday Devo - Philippians 4:6 Is It Presumptuous to Tell God What You Need?
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Overview Host Carrie Hurley emphasizes the focus on Philippians 4:6, encouraging listeners to directly communicate their needs to God and express gratitude for His actions. The story of the blind beggar from Mark 10 highlights Jesus’ attentiveness to individual needs, illustrating that our true desires may not be apparent to others. Listeners are invited to engage in a deep reflection exercise to discern their needs by asking the Holy Spirit for guidance, fostering a closer relationship with God. The outcome of the blind man emphasizes faith as a catalyst for healing,...
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92) Speak Life: Breaking FREE from the Lies that Hold You Down
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Overview In this engaging episode of the "Speak Life" podcast, the host celebrates the launch of Season 4 and shares significant updates, including changes to the episode schedule and the introduction of bonus episodes featuring guests. The episode delves into the critical theme of self-talk, emphasizing its impact on an individual's self-worth and relationships, while referencing biblical principles that support positive self-affirmation. The host outlines three actionable steps to combat negative self-talk: identifying its root, repenting and renouncing false beliefs, and replacing...
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91) Monday Devo - Philippians 4:6 NLT "Don't Worry About Anything"
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In this engaging episode of the podcast, host Carrie Hurley leads a devotional focused on Philippians 4:6, emphasizing the importance of replacing worry with prayer. Drawing creative parallels between family dynamics and characters from Winnie the Pooh, she showcases how each member embodies unique traits that can contribute to a nurturing environment. Carrie offers practical guidance for overcoming anxiety by acknowledging worries and actively choosing to pray, referencing Hebrews 4:16 to encourage listeners to approach God boldly. To support this transformation, she suggests...
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90) Pray It Forward - Wisdom & Grace for Government Officials
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Today we are praying for wisdom and grace for government officials as they implement the changes that are being issued by the Executive Branch of our government. Proverbs 2:6 NLT: " For the Lord grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding." James 3;17 NLT: " But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere." Philippians 2:3-4 NLT: " Don’t be selfish; don’t try to...
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89) Monday Devo - Philippians 4:4 Practical Practices to ALWAYS REJOICE
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In the latest episode of the Podcast, the focus is on Philippians 4:4, emphasizing the exhortation to "Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again. Rejoice." The meeting highlights the significance of repetition in Scripture, providing practical methods to cultivate joy, such as using joyful phrases as passwords, smiling at others, maintaining a gratitude journal, and putting on the whole Armor of God daily - all aimed at overcoming life's challenges. The discussion encourages listeners to actively choose joy and praise God, even during tough times. Additionally, an invitation is...
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88) Pray It Forward - Body of Christ to Walk in Holiness, Righteousness, Joy, and Love.
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Today we are praying for the Body of Christ to walk in holiness, righteousness, joy, and love. Colossians 3:1-17 NLT: "Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God. And when Christ, who is your life, is revealed to the whole world, you will share in all his glory. So put to death the sinful, earthly things lurking within you. Have nothing to do...
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87) Monday Devo - Philippians 4:4 "ALWAYS? REALLY???"
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Overview In the latest episode of the Devotional Podcast, hosted by Carrie Hurley, the focus is on Philippians 4:4, urging listeners to "Always be full of joy in the Lord." Carrie discusses the challenges of maintaining joy and obedience to this divine command, providing practical steps to cultivate joy, such as shifting focus from personal issues to Jesus, engaging with scripture, and seeking the Holy Spirit’s assistance. She also offers a heartfelt prayer, encouraging listeners to commit to the practice of joy and share their progress. Additionally, Carrie announces an upcoming...
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86) Pray It Forward - Salvation of Our Leaders at ALL Levels of Government
Rise Up & Roar - Overcome Overwhelm, Recover from Burnout, Be Bold, Pray with POWER, FREEDOM
Today we are praying for the salvation of our leaders at all levels. 2 Peter 3:9 NLT: " The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent." Acts 2:38 NLT: "Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." Titus 3:5 NLT: " “he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done,...
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85) Monday Devo - Philippians 4:4 NLT "Happiness vs Joy - Live the Difference!"
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Overview In the recent Devotional Podcast meeting, hosted by Carrie Hurley, the focus was on Philippians 4:4, emphasizing the importance of rejoicing and being filled with joy in the Lord. The discussion highlighted the distinction between joy and happiness, noting that while happiness is dependent on circumstances, joy is a stable state rooted in trust in God's sovereignty. Practical examples were given, including the biblical story of Paul and Silas singing praises in prison, illustrating how to find blessings in unexpected situations. Listeners were encouraged to cultivate joy through...
info_outline- Personal story illustrates impact of kind communication in a church setting, highlighting the surprise of a young girl previously unfamiliar with such interactions.
- Biblical foundation for kindness rooted in Ephesians 4:31-32 emphasizes need for cooperation with the Holy Spirit for genuine transformation.
- Three root causes of unkindness identified: lack of modeling, hurt from trauma, and absence of a relationship with Christ.
- Salvation path articulated through Romans 10:9-10, underscoring the belief in Jesus’ resurrection and commitment to follow Him.
- The Holy Spirit's role in transformation discussed, focusing on the fruit of the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22-23, particularly kindness.
- Inner healing ministry highlighted as essential for addressing trauma, referencing Hebrews 4:16 for access to God's grace and James 5:14 for communal healing support.
- Jesus serves as the ultimate model of kindness, exemplified through His actions in the Gospel of Mark and His forgiving words while on the cross.
- Steps to overcome unkindness outlined: confession, breaking agreements with negativity, and seeking Holy Spirit's filling.
- Upcoming 'Speak Life' workshop promotes practical strategies for addressing unkind speech and fostering empowerment in individuals.
- Importance of seeking mature believers who display kindness as models for personal growth and transformation in faith.
- References Ephesians 4:31-32 as core scripture: removing bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, slander and replacing with kindness, tenderheartedness, and forgiveness
- Emphasizes cooperation with Holy Spirit rather than self-effort for sustainable kindness
- Speaker admits personal experience with season of bitterness and harsh words requiring Holy Spirit's work for transformation
- Never Been Modeled - People who have never experienced or witnessed kindness, only saw niceness when wanting something
- Wounded People - 'Hurting people hurt people' - those acting from pain and spiritual wounds, compared to dangerous cornered animals
- Need Jesus - Those without relationship with Christ lacking foundation for true kindness
- Cites Romans 10:9-10 for clear salvation path: declaring Jesus as Lord and believing in resurrection
- Leads salvation prayer for listeners: acknowledging need for Jesus, believing in his death and resurrection, commitment to follow
- References Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizing salvation by grace through faith, not works
- Quotes Colossians 1:13-14 about rescue from darkness kingdom and transfer to God's kingdom
- Cites Galatians 5:22-23 listing fruit of Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control
- Emphasizes cooperation with Holy Spirit to unlearn toxic habits from 'kingdom of darkness' background
- Explains new believers must learn to live as new creation while unlearning old patterns
- States everyone deals with trauma - both 'big T' (abandonment, betrayal, abuse) and 'little T' (embarrassment, name-calling)
- References Hebrews 4:16 for bold access to God's throne for mercy and grace
- Cites James 5:14 about calling elders for prayer and healing, extending to soul/spirit wounds
- References Galatians 6:2 about sharing burdens as scriptural basis for inner healing ministry
- Recommends reading Gospel of Mark for new believers to learn Jesus' example of gentleness and kindness
- Acknowledges Jesus' harsh words to Pharisees due to their misrepresentation of God, but notes his kindness to individuals like rich young man, woman at well, centurion
- Highlights Jesus' ultimate kindness: 'Father, forgive them, they don't know what they're doing' while on cross
- Confess and Repent - Own words and actions, confess following flesh instead of Spirit, ask forgiveness for damage caused
- Break Enemy Agreements - Cancel agreements made with enemy regarding unkind words, gather up warfare under Jesus' feet using believer's authority
- Holy Spirit Filling - Ask Holy Spirit to fill places where unkindness resided and produce his fruit
- Pray salvation prayer acknowledging Jesus as Lord and believing in his death/resurrection (04:54)
- Contact Carrie via comment or email to share salvation decision for encouragement (06:27)
- Reach out to speaker for prayer support if needed (12:48)
- Visit https://CarrieHurley.com under services/soul care to learn about healing sessions (14:24)
- Read Gospel of Mark to learn Jesus' example of kindness and gentleness (16:15)
- Follow three-step process: confess/repent, break enemy agreements, ask Holy Spirit filling (17:54)
- Register for 'Speak Life' workshop on June 22nd via https://CarrieHurley.com/workshop (22:09)
- Find mature believers who demonstrate fruit of the Spirit as models for kindness (17:54)
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