Brick City Podcasts
Brick City Podcasts is motivational, inspirational, and intellectual collection of presenters providing "Serious Brain Food". From the challenges of being a single parent to analysis of today's toughest issues, we hope you enjoy our podcasts and refer friends.
Episodes
1357 episodes
Words of Inspiration - God's Strategic Positioning
Here's the encouraging truth from Esther's story: the same God who positioned an orphaned Jewish girl as queen of Persia is positioning you for His purposes today. He sees the bigger picture when you can only see the present moment. He's orches...
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The Bible Speaks - The Book of Esther
Esther is the only book in the Bible where God's name is never explicitly mentioned, yet His providence permeates every chapter. This makes it particularly relevant for those of us who sometimes feel God is absent or silent in our circumstances...
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Words of Inspiration - Spiritual Renewal Through God's Word
After 52 days of backbreaking labor, constant opposition, and unwavering determination, the wall was finally complete. Jerusalem was secure. The mission was accomplished. But Nehemiah's story doesn't end with construction—it culminates with som...
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Words of Inspiration - Purpose Brings Opposition
The moment Nehemiah and his team began rebuilding Jerusalem's walls, the attacks started. But this wasn't coincidence—it was confirmation. When we align ourselves with God's word and will, we can count on opposition. It's not a sign we're doing...
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Words of Inspiration - God's Implementation Plan
After seasons of prayer and strategic planning, Nehemiah finally reaches the implementation phase. But this isn't just about building walls—it's about how God orchestrates human effort to accomplish divine purposes. Chapter 3 gives us one of Sc...
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Words of Inspiration - Strategic Planning God's Way
Remember Nehemiah's pattern: Pray before planning, combine courage with humility, maintain steady hearts when opposition comes, trust God for necessary favor, assess situations honestly, and declare faith in God's guaranteed success.
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Words of Inspiration - Holy Preparation
Let Nehemiah's pattern become yours: When faced with overwhelming challenges, go to God with lamentation that shows you care, confession that shows you're honest, promise-based prayer that shows you trust Him, and humility that shows you depend...
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The Bible Speaks - The Book of Nehemiah Introduction
In the days ahead, we'll explore how Nehemiah's principles apply to modern leadership challenges, family responsibilities, church ministry, and personal spiritual growth. We'll see how his example of prayer-driven action can transform our appro...
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Words of Inspiration - Community Strength
As we've journeyed through Ezra, we've seen a remarkable truth: when we are moving in God's will, He brings people into our path to facilitate our mission. This isn't coincidence—it's divine orchestration.
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Words of Inspiration - Holiness Choices
The book of Ezra presents us with a heart-wrenching dilemma that every believer faces: What do we do when we realize we're in relationships, situations, or scenarios that seemed right at the time, but don't align with God's will?
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Words of Inspiration - Spiritual Authority and Effectiveness
Ezra lived what he learned. His integrity gave weight to his words. His character validated his calling. When he spoke about God's standards, people listened because they saw those standards reflected in his life.This is crucial for our ...
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Words of Inspiration - Faith In Action
The same God who stirred hearts in ancient Babylon is stirring hearts today. The same God who provided for the journey then will provide for your journey now. The same God who accomplished monumental purposes through ordinary people is ready to...
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Words of Inspiration - Divine Provision
God's economy operates differently than the world's. In His system, the generous become more wealthy, the givers receive abundantly, and those who lose their lives for His sake find true life.
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The Bible Speaks - Permission Granted
How often do we face situations that seem impossible? How often do circumstances make us question God's promises? The book of Ezra reminds us that God's faithfulness isn't limited by human politics, personal setbacks, or seemingly insurmountabl...
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Words of Inspiration - Made Whole
So whether you're the one needing restoration or you're watching someone else's journey back to God, remember this: our Father specializes in making people whole. He doesn't operate by the world's standards of cancellation and permanent condemn...
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Words of Inspiration - Courageous Obedience
We live in an age of instant judgment. Our culture places people on pedestals when they align with our expectations, but the moment they stumble, we're quick to tear them down. Social media becomes a courtroom where verdicts are swift and sente...
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Words of Inspiration - Spiritual Vigilance
Before you check social media, read news, or consume any other content, feed your soul with Scripture. Let God's truth be the first voice you hear each day, setting the filter through which everything else will be processed.
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Words of Inspiration - Healing Our Land
Here's what many believers don't realize: when you live worship as a lifestyle, you create ripples that extend far beyond your immediate circle. Your children see authentic faith in action and are more likely to embrace biblical values rather t...
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Words of Inspiration - Wisdom Above All Else
Our decisions become more thoughtful when filtered through God's perspective. Our words become more helpful when seasoned with divine understanding. Our actions become more beneficial to those we serve when guided by heavenly wisdom rather than...
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The Bible Speaks - 2 Chronicles Introduction
As we journey through 2 Chronicles in coming episodes, we'll see these principles lived out in the real experiences of kings and kingdoms, with all their struggles and triumphs. We'll discover that the same God who blessed Solomon's wisdom, hon...
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Words of Inspiration - Your Legacy
Remember, you're not responsible for converting anyone—that's the Holy Spirit's job. You're simply called to be faithful in sharing what God has done for you.
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Words of Inspiration - Your Legacy
Every righteous choice you make, every moment you choose God's way over the world's way, every time you demonstrate authentic faith to those watching your life, you're contributing to God's kingdom work that will last forever. Your legacy isn't...
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Words of Inspiration - Your Kingdom Assignment
Remember, your kingdom assignment isn't necessarily full-time ministry or dramatic spiritual service. God calls teachers to influence young minds, business people to demonstrate integrity in the marketplace, parents to raise the next generation...
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