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The crucification of Christ, one of the most central themes in all of Scripture and one of the most misunderstood. This study brings us back to the beginning to answer a question that matters for everyone: what is the purpose of the blood of Christ? From Adam and Eve's exile from the Garden, to Israel's slavery in Egypt, to the prophet Ezekiel watching God's presence leave the temple, sin has always created distance between humanity and God. And that distance required a price to be paid. In this episode, we walk through the entire biblical storyline, the foreshadowing, the fulfillment, and the invitation. Whether you've been in church your whole life or you're just beginning to explore faith, this is a conversation about the most important event in human history. Because here's what the Bible makes clear: the blood of Christ isn't a religious formality. It's the reason the distance has disappeared and the reason how and why God now lives inside every believer who receives Him.

In this episode of The Messenger Podcast, We walk through Acts chapter 5 and explore how it serves as a powerful framework for both personal growth and leadership. This Bible study highlights themes of character, resolve, integrity, opposition, and accountability, while also showing how Acts 5 speaks to building healthy teams, ministries, and organizations. We discuss the importance of community, the reverence of the Holy Spirit, and the danger of mixing self-glory with kingdom work. This chapter reminds us that true anointing is not just about power or influence, but about holiness, humility, obedience, and alignment with God’s heart. Whether you are leading others or simply seeking to live faithfully, Acts 5 offers wisdom on how to build a life that honors God with sincerity, conviction, and reverence.​Be sure to follow and subscribe to  @christianteawithdea  for more Bible studies, uplifting content, and powerful Kingdom-centered conversations!Psalm 107:2 - “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story."What’s your message?#biblestudy #ChristianLeadership #biblicalwisdom #characterbuilding #leadershipwithintegrity

In this raw and deeply transparent episode, Malachi sits down with Bobby to unpack a story marked by loss, identity, failure, and redemption. Bobby opens up about his childhood in the foster care system, where he not only face instability, but also endured abuse. He also reflects on the emotional weight of later meeting his biological parents and the complexity of reconciling past and present.Bobby courageously speaks about his divorce, having an affair, and the internal battle of living a Christian life while wrestling with shame, guilt, and the consequences of his choices. Rather than offering a polished testimony, he shares an honest journey of faith, one marked by mistakes, repentance, and learning how grace meets us in our brokenness.The conversation also dives into Bobby’s struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts, shedding light on the silent battles many carry behind closed doors. Through it all, this episode explores what it looks like to confront shame, seek healing, and choosing hope even when faith feels fragile.This is a powerful conversation for anyone who has ever felt disqualified, overwhelmed by their past, or unsure if redemption is still possible.If you’ve ever struggled with identity, mental health, or believing God can still use you, this episode is for you.Bobby can be contacted on at @dj_peacock on Instagram and  @Fatherbuilt  Psalm 107:2 - “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story."What’s your message?#MentalHealthAwareness #breakingthestigma #suicideprevention #jesussaves #jesuslovesyou #adoptionjourney #divorcejourney

In this powerful episode, Malachi sits down with Denet as he shares the beginning of his story of how a Sudanese upbringing shaped his identity and worldview. Drawing from the trials, sacrifices, and resilience embedded in his family’s journey from Sudan, Denet reflects on the values his parents instilled in him through every season of life.He later shares about the devastating loss of his brother to suicide, a moment that changed the course of his life and his family’s forever. In that turning point, he discovered a renewed sense of purpose and felt called to honor his brother’s legacy in a meaningful, lasting way. That calling led Denet to create a nonprofit in his brother’s name, later to become Better South Dakota, an organization dedicated to breaking stigmas, expanding access to therapy, and empowering others to seek help without shame. Today, Denet uses his voice, his platform, and his faith to advocate for mental health and build pathways to healing for communities that often go unheard.This episode is a testament to heritage, healing, and the power of turning personal tragedy into hope and impact.Deter can be contacted on at @dcvic_09 and @bettersouthdakota on Instagram.Psalm 107:2 - “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story."What’s your message?#MentalHealthAwareness #breakingthestigma #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #advocacymatters #themessengerpodcast #purposedrivenlife #faithandmentalhealth

In this moving and redemptive conversation, Erica opens up about her journey through pain, perseverance, and purpose. She shares what it was like growing up in a home filled with domestic violence, enduring abusive relationships, battling depression, facing seasons of suicidal thoughts, and how losing her faith in God led her to rediscover it through His grace. Erica also shares her experience raising a son with autism, how that journey inspired her to write a children’s book to spread autism awareness, and how God used motherhood to transform her life and strengthen her faith.Now walking in freedom, sobriety, and a renewed relationship with Jesus, Erica is using her testimony to bring hope to others facing similar battles, spreading awareness, advocacy, and the message that healing is possible through Christ. If you’ve ever felt broken, forgotten, or too far gone, Erica’s story will remind you that God can redeem every season and use your pain for a greater purpose. Subscribe to this channel for more conversations that inspire healing, faith, and transformation! Erica can be contacted on at @erica_yueh on Twitter (X) and @ericayueh on TikTok. Her children’s book for autism awareness is called “My Sonshine on a Cloudy Day” is available on Amazon. Psalm 107:2 - “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story." What’s your message? #beautyfromashes #themessengerpodcast #autismawareness #jesussaves #godislove #faithandhealing

In this powerful and transparent conversation, Marco shares his journey through the battles of drug addiction, struggles with adult content addiction, and the search for identity and faith in the middle of life’s storms. He opens up about the destructive cycles of the past and the moments of accountability that began his path toward healing and freedom.Marco talks honestly about how God transformed his life, not only redeeming his struggles but also using his business and creative gifts as a platform to spread the gospel. Together, we discuss what it looks like to face our storms head-on, take responsibility for our healing, and walk boldly into the purpose God has designed for us.This is more than just a conversation about struggle, it’s a testimony of courage, grace, and redemption. If you’ve ever battled addiction, questioned your identity, or wrestled with faith, Marco’s story will remind you that God can take even the darkest chapters and rewrite them into a message of hope.Subscribe to this channel for more conversations that inspire healing, faith, and transformation!Marco can be contacted on at @hair_splinta and @tricombsbarbershop on Instagram#faith #addiction #sobriety #identity #hope #podcast #themessengerpodcast #jesus

In this raw and inspiring conversation, Elijah shares what it was like to grow up without knowing his father, without his mother present, and being raised by his grandparents. He opens up about the pain of rejection, the challenges of homelessness, and the search for God in the middle of brokenness.Elijah talks honestly about how these experiences shaped his view of manhood, fatherhood, the struggles of faith, and turning points that led to healing and breakthrough. This is not just a story of survival—it’s a testimony of resilience, faith, and redemption. If you’ve ever felt abandoned, unseen, or broken by your past, Elijah’s story will remind you that God can redeem every chapter and use your life to bring hope to others.Subscribe to this channel for more conversations that inspire healing, faith, and transformation!Elijah can be contacted on all social media platforms at @eliisetapart #faith #homeless #fatherlessness #rejection #hope #podcast #themessenger #jesus

After a long break, I’m back — The Messenger Podcast, inspired by Malachi 1:1: We all have a message.In this debut episode, I share my journey from fatherlessness, abuse, addiction, and depression to forgiveness, freedom, and purpose. You’ll hear about my breaking point with God, the divine interventions that saved my life, and the lessons that shaped me:- Forgiveness opens doors- Your story isn’t over- Burdens can carry blessings. Today, I’m 6 years sober, serving in ministry, mentoring, speaking, and writing, proof that God can redeem any story!Follow @malachiburden on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter (X) for more content! Follow "themessengerpodcast" on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and Instagram!

A raw, honest, and hope-filled word about the chains that keep us bound—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Whether you’ve been weighed down by anxiety, trauma, addiction, generational curses, or sin, this message reveals that Jesus is the One who breaks every chain.Follow Malachi Burden for More Inspiration and Motivation:📸 Instagram @MalachiBurden_🐦 Twitter/X @MalachiBurden🎵 TikTok @MalachiBurden_