Daily Adventures in Grace
Join me, Karen Pennington, as we seek to discover and explore the many ways where God's eternal favor touches us through our everyday lives. Let the adventure begin!
Episodes
Have you ever searched feverishly for something, only to discover that it was sitting right out in front of you in plain sight? Sometimes it can feel that way with God. Revelation is never about God showing up, because God is always right there with us. It is rather a matter of our receiving new sight, or maybe just turning our head or cleaning our lenses, so that we can see what God longs to show us.
2 Kings 6:8-23
God's Word instructs us multiple times to be still. It also seems to tell us to work continually for God. How can we do both of those things at the same time? Karen Pennington discusses within this very paradox includes a key to a walk of victory even in the most impossible circumstances.
Exodus 14:10-25; Psalm 46:10; 1 John 1:7
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We should not let ourselves be ruled by our emotions, but nor should we ignore them. Properly managed feelings can be a wonderful tool to promote health and wellness in our lives.
In this episode, Karen Pennington talks about how by grace we have the power to turn the problem of fear into a possibility for more intimacy with God.
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21
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I am certain that there are many true believers out there who will be very bothered by what I have to say on this matter. I'm going to ask you to listen anyhow.
For years I have heard prayers by very devout Christians pleading with God to remove the spirit of religion from the Church. Until recently I've prayed many of these prayers myself. I believe we've made a grave mistake in doing so, one with far rea...
I love a good clearance sale. I love getting things free even more. But some things are worth paying for. Truth is one such investment. Join me, Karen Pennington, as we look into the deeper biblical meanings of the terms grace and truth and the value of investing in both.
Scripture: John 8:31-32; Jeremiah 29:11-14
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It's time to take back the meaning of grace! True grace is an empowerment to live well based on a relationship of favor with God. That's freedom. Perverted grace is an attitude of permissiveness based on our impulses and desires. That's entitlement. Which kind of grace do you want?
If you want to live in freedom, join me, Karen Pennington, as we discuss what it means to truly live according to God's fre...
What kinds of things can you think of that kill good conversation? What makes a good conversation? These are the same kinds of things that contribute to our communication with God, which can lead to the life-giving connection that we call righteousness.
In this episode, Karen Pennington discusses what kinds of things help us communicate well with God and what it truly means to have a righteous walk of faith.
The teaching known as "The Great Commandment" is the heart of everything we are called to do, think and be. The essence of "The Great Commission" is how that call works itself out in our hands and feet. In this episode, Karen Pennington discusses that tension between unconditional love for all and how that affects our witness and call to transformation in others.
Matthew 22:34-40, Matthew 28:18-20
Have you ever been stuck in a place where you really didn't want to be? Have you had a divine appointment that felt anything but divine? Have you ever questioned whether your current situation came as a punishment, or felt that you needed out but didn't know how to leave? Take heart! God may or may not have caused your situation. But the important things to know is that if God allows it, God can and will use it for God&ap...
Have you ever noticed how active and energetic some children can get when they are fighting sleep? The same can be true of adults. Why is it that we often fight the things that we need the most? Psalm 46
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Information is important. Learning is important. But there is one simple lesson that will make all the difference to what any student will learn. Teacher's need to remember this too. John 3:16; Ephesians 4:25-32
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Has anyone out there ever been placed in an impossible situation that you are absolutely certain you cannot handle? You are correct; you cannot handle it. But God can, and you may be surprised at how God has equipped you for your role in the situation....
Exodus 3
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Where there is unity in Christ, there is anointing and overflowing blessings of God. Examining our own hears and our station before God can prepare us for this blessing of unity as we lift our hands and hearts to God.
Psalms 133-134
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There is something extremely peaceful and life giving about holding a sleeping toddler in your arms, and the blessing goes both ways. It pleases God when we seek out that kind of peace and embrace in God's arms. With the coming of Christ, Emmanuel, we no longer need to journey to a specific place to receive this kind of embrace, because God is with those of us who have received Christ as Savior. Psalm 131-132; 1 Corinthians...
God can take even our lowest moments and turn them into deep caverns for understanding and hope in the one who never lies. Psalm 129-130
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King Solomon had chased after about every form of happiness and prosperity that there was and almost always came up empty for it. In the wisdom of his older years he shared from experience that the only true way to a centered, happy and meaningful life is living by faith according to God's will. Psalm 127-128; Ecclesiastes 2-3
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The word advent refers to both the coming of someone or something of great importance and the advance preparation for that coming. The irony of the Christmas season, which is also called the season of Advent, is that every year we prepare for a celebration for someone who has already come and who is already here. In essence, the season of Advent is really a time where we prepare our hearts in advance to remember what has already h...
Do you have a safe place? In a time of great uncertainty in fear, let's remember that the greatest security and comfort are found in the arms of Christ. Psalm 125; Psalm 46
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Remembering the guidance, protection and provision of our heavenly father gives us much cause to celebrate this season, and any season. Psalm 124
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Earthly authority comes with a responsibility to watch over and protect those who have been placed in our care. In Christ we have the ultimate example of authority met with love and servitude. Psalm 123
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