Encouragement for Today

Mercy and Forgiveness

In today's podcast Brother Michael speaks upon the power of mercy and forgiveness looking the story of the woman caught in the act of adultery in John chapter 8.

Good Medicine that doesn’t cost a dime!

In this episode Brother Michael reads from his book "Thirty Days of Joy" "A devotional to keep you stirred up and rejoicing at all times"  He reads from day 11 entitled "Good medicine that won't cost you a dime.  Listen and receive from the Word of God!  A merry heart does us good like medicine!/www.amazon.com/Thirty-Days-Joy-Michael-Crenshaw-ebook/dp/B01046H0L6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=216QJPWW3A6UG&keywords=thirty+days+of+joy&qid=1677641271&sprefix=thirty+days+of+

How to keep the thrill in your marriage!

In this podcast Brother Michael introduces his latest book "How to keep the thrill in your marriage"!  Don't let the song the "Thrill is gone" be your testimony in your relationship. Keep the thrill in your marriage by "playing the dating game", "praising your spouse frequently, and practicing non-sexual touching".  Brother Michael's new book is available in Amazon in print and e-book form. https://a.co/d/ewBJ9jc

Jesus is the reason for the season

In this lesson Brother Michael talks about the real meaning of Christmas!  Jesus Christ the Son of the living God!

Tribute to Rev. Bryant Powell

In this episode Brother Michael replays an interview with his good friend Rev Bryant Powell from earlier this year.  Rev. Bryant went home to be with Lord earlier this month, so in a tribute to his dear friend Brother Michael replays the insightful interview that was full of life, laughter, and inspiration.  May you be blessed by this recording.

Give God a Chance!

Struggling in life?  In this podcast Brother Michael encourages you to give God a chance to move in your situation.  He is willing to help us if we would only seek his face!

Four Components of Fear

In this episode Brother Michael tackles the subject of fear.  Fear is actually having faith that the worst or something bad can happen, but faith is believing that good things can and will happen.  Recently the world has seen an increase in violence with active shooters attacking our schools and even our churches.  There is war in Europe, and inflation is at an all time high!  But here is the good news, Jesus is still in control and the events that I just mentioned did not take him by surprise.  The four components that will be discussed today are anxiety, apprehension, reluctance, and intimidation.  Don't let the problems of life move you off of your hope in Christ!

Five keys to help you stay happy

In this episode Brother Michael talks about five keys that will help you stay happy.  So many of us are not happy because we are not content with the blessings that we already have.  Paul taught us that he "learned" how to be content whether things were good or bad.  When we learn what it means to be content, then we will be well on our way to staying happy.

The House of the righteous shall stand!

In this live episode Brother Michael talks about our security in Christ.  Even in times of bad weather that may threaten our lives, and property, our God is still faithful.  Be encouraged and declare that the house of the righteous will stand.  The video of this podcast will be on the Encouragement for Today Facebook page.

God is our Refuge!

In this episode Brother Michael teaches from Psalms 46:1-3 that God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.  In the times that we are living in today Psalms 46 is great encouragement reminding us of the steadfast love of the Lord.  His love never changes therefore we can be assured that we can run to Him in times of trouble knowing that He is willing and able to shelter us and protect us!