Hearing God Isn't Enough
September 20, 2026Pastor Travis Deatherage presented today's message, "Hearing God Isn't Enough" A video of today's message is here on YouTube. It may help to be familiar with the message but that is not required to enjoy the thoughts below.
Today's message comes on the third of 12 weeks in the Book of Mark.
Rather than do a lot of quoting, I'll simply direct you to a discussion of the notion of soil in the Bible as presented by BibleHub.
Soil.
Bonus
What the Bible Teaches About America, Freedom, & Responsibility
"Revivals don't begin in Washington (DC), they begin around the dinner table."
"Freedom is so difficult to sustain."
"It's all about citizenship, responsibility, and character."
"From the ecstasy of liberation to the discipline of liberty."
This video compares today's American society to the Israelites coming out of Egypt. "The only other covenantal society in modern day to enter a covenantal society is the United State of America."
"The key to keeping it is the Sabbath."
What the Bible Teaches About America, Freedom & Responsibility with David Nekrutman (40 minutes).
The Providential Pivot (Nekrutman article). "From the 'ecstasy of liberation' to the 'discipline of liberty.'"
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Daniel and the Fiery Furnace (movie)
Synopsis: "Daniel and the Fiery Furnace" is an epic live-action biblical drama that brings the origin story of the prophet Daniel to life against the backdrop of exile in Babylon. As Daniel rises within a powerful and unforgiving empire, a ruthless king issues a decree demanding absolute worship under penalty of death. When three faithful men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow, they choose to be cast into a blazing furnace rather than betray their God. In the face of impossible odds, their defiance ignites a miracle that is seen around the world."
What it looks like to stand in faith with your God.
Opened September 18, 2026. Just Watch: Daniel and the Fiery Furnace.
At Colorado Springs Icon Cinema through the end of the month.
93% on Rotten Tomatoes.
