Geek Devotions

There are moments in faith where the path forward is unclear, and all we can do is trust. This episode features the message Dallas preached at The Healing Place (www.thpshreveport.com) during their online gathering, continuing the Names of God series with a teaching on Jehovah Jireh — "the Lord will provide." Walking through Genesis 22 and the binding of Isaac, Dallas unpacks why the ram in the thicket means more than we usually realize, and what it costs to put something on the altar.⛪️ This message was originally preached at The Healing Place's online gathering: https://www.thpshreveport.comQuestion of the Week: What's something you've had to lay on the altar and trust God with? Leave a comment below!Sign up to get updates on Dallas' upcoming book "How Do I Actually Pray" 👉 https://mailchi.mp/b7ddcf5cc33a/how-do-i-actually-pray💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONSWe are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner, Paul J Powers, Savie Wilson, The Cel Cast, Monster Island Film Vault — and so many more.Thank you for your continued support! Become a Devoted Patreon Geek:👉 https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotionsDiscover other ways to support: https://geekdevotions.com/support/📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒⚡️ (Podcast) Listen to our extended chats on Comm Talk: https://geekdevotions.podbean.com/📱 Connect with Geek Devotions:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GeekDevotionsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/GeekDevotionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDevotionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekdevotionsHere are the ways to support us:⚡️ PATREON: Become a monthly supporter: https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotions⚡️ DONATE: Give a one-time gift via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/GeekDevotions⚡️ WISHLIST: Check out our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1OA5D71138PDO?ref_=wl_share🎪 See Us Live! We will be at Geek'd Con in Shreveport, Louisiana this August! Come find our booth, say hello, and let us encourage you in person. And wherever you are on the con floor — love on the other cosplayers, encourage the vendors, and help make it an amazing event.⏱ Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction / why this episode is a little different1:24 - Camp recap & a thank you to Peyton and Drew3:12 - Continuing the Names of God series: what is Jehovah Jireh?4:16 - The origin of the word in Genesis 22 / the Akedah5:03 - Abraham's backstory: Ishmael, Isaac, and the long wait7:28 - "After these things..." God tests Abraham9:05 - Take your son, your only son: the weight of the request9:51 - Abraham doesn't hesitate — he gets up early11:01 - Why Abraham does the hard work himself16:26 - Isaac asks: "Where is the lamb?"19:51 - "Here I am, my son" — what those words really mean22:44 - Building the altar and binding Isaac24:27 - The angel of the Lord stops Abraham25:18 - The ram caught in the thicket26:01 - Ram vs. lamb: the difference that changes everything27:03 - Yahweh Jireh: what "the Lord will provide" actually means27:30 - What this means for what you're holding back28:34 - A moment of prayer and surrender31:58 - Closing prayer33:49 - Closing thoughts & Patreon shoutout

Where does Prince Adam... He-Man... get his power from? Where does your true strength and power come from? Join us as Kirk of @TheRushmoreShow joins us to geek out about Masters of the Universe and encourage us along the way!Watch the The Rushmore Show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRushmoreShow Learn more about the Rushmore Show here: https://linktr.ee/Rushmoreshow💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONSWe are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible:Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner, Paul J Powers, Savie Wilson, The Cel Cast, Monster Island Film Vault — and so many more.Thank you for your continued support!Become a Devoted Patreon Geek: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotionsDiscover other ways to support: https://geekdevotions.com/support/📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒⚡️ (Podcast) Listen to our extended chats on Comm Talk: https://geekdevotions.podbean.com/=============================📱 Connect with Geek Devotions:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GeekDevotionsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/GeekDevotionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDevotionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekdevotions =============================Here are the ways to support us: ⚡️ PATREON: Become a monthly supporter: https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotions⚡️ DONATE: Give a one-time gift via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/GeekDevotions⚡️ WISHLIST: Check out our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1OA5D71138PDO?ref_=wl_share

Is your spiritual walk "utterly uninteresting," or is it a journey of growth? In this episode, Celeste dives into the finale of Drew Hayes' Fred the Vampire Accountant series to look at how a character goes from meek and mild to a confident leader.Using 1 Corinthians 13:11, we discuss the vital difference between having a childlike faith and staying in childish ignorance. Real growth isn't usually about flashy moments—it's about the unflashy, daily disciplines that change how we react to the world around us.Time Stamps00:00 – Drew Hayes' Fred the Vampire Accountant: A Series Review.00:37 – Character Arcs: How Fred goes from Meek to Leader.01:47 – The Biblical Mandate for Maturity and Growth.02:16 – 1 Corinthians 13:11: Putting away childish ways in your faith.02:58 – How to stop being a "child" in your spiritual life.03:19 – The difference between Childlike Faith and Spiritual Immaturity.03:53 – Simple Habits for Spiritual Growth: Prayer and Scripture.04:26 – The Reaction Test: How to measure your maturity.05:03 – Overcoming struggles with Anger and Scripture Memorization.06:03 – Question of the Week: One small step for your faithKey TakeawaysGrowth is a Process: Just as Fred changes over the span of years in the book series, our faith requires time and intention to mature.Don't Stay Ignorant: We cannot remain in the same state of "not knowing" that we were in when we first came to Christ. We must push ourselves to learn biblical accuracy.Check Your Reactions: A major marker of spiritual maturity is emotional regulation. If you are struggling with the same anger or reactions you had a year ago, it's time to find a biblical way to move past it.Question of the WeekWhat is one small step you can take this week to grow in your faith? We aren't looking for giant leaps like preaching on a street corner—we're looking for commitments like reading the Bible for 7 days straight or dedicating time to prayer.Let us know your answer in the comments or on our social media!💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner, Paul J Powers, Savie Wilson, The Cel Cast, Monster Island Film Vault — and so many more.Thank you for your continued support! Become a Devoted Patreon Geek: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotionsDiscover other ways to support: https://geekdevotions.com/support/ 📱 Connect with Geek Devotions: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GeekDevotionsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/GeekDevotions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDevotionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@GeekDevotions

Waiting for the next episode of an anime like Sentenced to Be a Hero can be frustrating, but what if that "in-between" time is actually an opportunity for growth? Join us as we look at Jeremiah 29 to discover how to stay productive and prepare for the future, even when the wait feels crushing.In this episode:- Don't Waste the Wait: Just as God commanded the Israelites to build and plant during their captivity, we are called to "put our hand to the plow" and work diligently during our own seasons of waiting.- Community Sustains Passion: Silence kills excitement; sharing what we love with our community keeps our passion alive and prepares the environment for when the wait is finally over.- Legacy Over Instant Gratification: sometimes our preparation isn't just for us—we may be clearing the ground for the next generation to experience the fruition of the promises we are working toward.❓ Question of the Week: What anime coming out this season are you absolutely loving right now? Let us know in the comments! Time Stamps: 00:00 Why Delays Matter (Video Intro)00:47 Welcome to Geek Devotions & Shoutouts01:37 Deconstructing Sentenced to Be a Hero (Anime Analysis)03:42 The Frustration of Delays in Real Life04:28 What to Do While You're Waiting (Spiritual Application)06:53 Question of the Week: What Anime Are You Loving?07:34 Samurai Troopers Content Update08:00 How You Can Partner With Geek Devotions (Outro)💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner, Paul J Powers, Savie Wilson, The Cel Cast, Monster Island Film Vault — and so many more.Thank you for your continued support! Become a Devoted Patreon Geek: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotionsDiscover other ways to support: https://geekdevotions.com/support/ 📱 Connect with Geek Devotions: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GeekDevotionsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/GeekDevotions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDevotionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@GeekDevotions

The Art of Kintsugi: Finding Beauty in Brokenness💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONSWe are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible:Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner, Paul J Powers, Savie Wilson, The Cel Cast, Monster Island Film Vault — and so many more.Thank you for your continued support!Become a Devoted Patreon Geek:👉 https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotionsDiscover other ways to support: https://geekdevotions.com/support/ 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒⚡️ (Podcast) Listen to our extended chats on Comm Talk: https://geekdevotions.podbean.com/=============================📱 Connect with Geek Devotions:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GeekDevotionsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/GeekDevotionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDevotionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@GeekDevotions=============================Our Mission: Geek Devotions is a ministry from devoted geeks who are devoted to letting people know they are loved. We use pop culture to share hope and encouragement rooted in the love of Christ.⏱️ Timecodes0:00 - Intro: Encouragement for the New Year0:31 - Welcome to Geek Devotions1:49 - Romans Chapter 8 Verse 282:36 - What is Kintsugi? The Art of Restoring Pottery4:16 - Beauty in the Scars: Testimony of God’s Grace5:52 - Practical Step: Get Involved in Biblical Community6:11 - Question of the Week6:23 - Outro: Stay Devoted, Peace and Love=============================Here are the ways to support us: ⚡️ PATREON: Become a monthly supporter: https://www.patreon.com/GeekDevotions⚡️ DONATE: Give a one-time gift via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/GeekDevotions⚡️ WISHLIST: Check out our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1OA5D71138PDO?ref_=wl_shareQUESTION — What are you looking forward to or excited about in the next year? #GeekDevotions #Kintsugi #Romans828