Another #ToBeHeardTuesday, another gospel message...
And, this time, it's coming from the man who inspired the church's most well-known hymn.
He once was blind, but after experiencing Jesus' amazing grace [through his own faith], he now can see. Not only that, but his story is perfect for showing us once again just how powerful the gospel message is.
You'll have to press play to hear more of what I mean! Be sure to follow @tobeheardpodcast for more of a behind-the-scenes look of what's to come!
...And, we're BACK with a brand new #ToBeHeardTuesday!
If you thought Jesus was in the business of shaming, condemning, and accusing people in their lowest moment, let me tell you, my friend:
YOU THOUGHT WRONG.
Tune in to be introduced to one of the greatest gifts included in our Good News package when we put our faith in Jesus:
Grace.
You'll have to press play to hear more of what I mean!
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So, you've heard the gospel. You stop working for salvation. You go ahead and put your faith in Jesus instead. And then, all of a sudden this righteous, goody-two-shoes tells you that your salvation is only based off of your good works.
WARNING, listeners.
That's what we call a Pharisee.
And, today's #ToBeHeardTuesday is designed to make sure you're aware of their behaviors so you know how to separate an incomplete gospel from the real deal. You'll just have to press play to hear more of what I mean.
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“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” — Jesus | Matthew 11:28-30
Today's #ToBeHeardTuesday is more than just another episode; it's an invitation. If you're tired of working vigorously for your salvation, you might want to find those AirPods, turn your volume up, and press play. Today's #ToBeHeardTuesday is for you.
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Happy November, listeners!
Who's ready for a brand new month of more good news?!
After familiarizing ourselves with the FULL gospel last month on the podcast—that we don't have to work for our salvation—this month, we're honing in on another important factor of this good news:
If we don't have to work, that means we get to rest.
Rest in what? You'll have to press play to find out!
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I've said it once, & I'll say it again:
You are saved not by your good works—only by faith in Jesus.
The rich young ruler proved that to us. So did Peter. So did the five thousand.
But, after hearing so many stories pertaining to the gospel in the Bible—in today's #ToBeHeardTuesday—I'm ready to share mine.
Press play to tune into a vulnerable episode explaining why I am most persistent in preaching the same message episode after episode. I believe the gospel is the most important message that needs to be heard, & I'm thrilled for the chance to preach it one last time in the month of October.
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Just when you thought the Good News couldn't get any better...
Here comes the fourth #ToBeHeardTuesday of Season 6!
For another biblical perspective on the Gospel of Jesus Christ—that salvation comes by FAITH, and not by your good works—turn your volume up to join me in studying a well-known miracle in the Bible. While it may not seem to have much to do with the gospel, I hope to convince you otherwise. Press play to hear more of what I mean!
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Just when you thought the good news couldn't get any better...here comes the second #ToBeHeardTuesday of Season 6!
Today's news flash is inspired by none other than the man featured in the title: the rich young ruler found in Matthew 19. It's because of his conversation with Jesus that we have a perfect explanation of the gospel. Not convinced just yet? You're just gonna have to tune in!
GOOD NEWS!
To Be Heard Podcast is back with a BRAND NEW SEASON.
And, this time? We're coming in hot with some...
GOOD NEWS.
Good news, as in, THE good news:
The Gospel of Jesus Christ.
You aren't made righteous in God's sight by being perfect. It is only by His grace & through your faith in Him.
Aren't convinced just yet? Don't worry. This news will be announced alllll season long. You'll just have to tune into each #ToBeHeardTuesday to hear all about it!
Thanks for celebrating with me! Until next time...
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And, just like that, Season 5 comes to an end!
After diving into topics like integrity, humility, dealing with critics, acknowledging weaknesses--ALL for the purpose of walking in our calling together--today's #ToBeHeardTuesday will serve as Season 5's last hoorah.
Be sure to leave a review after you tune in! I'd love to hear about how this fifth season has blessed you. Also, don't forget to sign up to become a member at ayanasymone.com/members, so you can stay up-to-date on what I'm launching next! Not to mention, keep up with me on my Instagram at @ayanasymone and the podcast's Instagram at @tobeheardpodcast. I love you all! Thanks for #hearing me every week on To Be Heard Podcast!
I hate to break it to you, listener--
But, if all you have to flex are the amount of followers you have, records you've broken, Grammy's you've won...
You don't really have a lot to show for.
One thing you CAN flex, though, is one not many can.
You're going to have to press play to find out what it is.
As Season Five comes to a close, I present to you our most vulnerable conversation yet. Prepare to be challenged, as I'm holding myself to the standard discussed in today's #ToBeHeardTuesday as well. Be sure to let me know your thoughts in the reviews. And, stay tuned for next week's last episode of season five!
As the season comes to a close, there are some final things that need #tobeheard.
Isaiah 53 is one of them.
For an important lesson on humility, you're going to want to tune in!
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Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday!
Let the last month of Season 5 COMMENCE with a brand new #ToBeHeardTuesday!
The title of today's episode is a prayer I believe every follower of Jesus should pray. As we commit ourselves to walking in our God-given purpose in a world that consistently rejects God's way, we oughta know how to be as shrewd as the world is.
Want to know more of what I mean? Press PLAY for an important bible study on shrewdness. Not to mention, be sure to read a blog I posted many years back for additional context:
https://www.ayanasymone.com/post/show-me-shrewd
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Who knew that the miracle of the feeding of 5,000 recorded in Matthew 14 and John 6 would teach such a significant lesson on...leadership?!?
In today's #ToBeHeardTuesday, we're studying two verses that stopped me in my tracks not too long ago--verses that go along with everything we've discussed in Season Five so far: not just DOING, but BEING.
For an important lesson on stewarding your influence God's way, press play, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend!
Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday!
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Do you struggle with perfectionism?
Are you passionate about creativity?
Do you want to know God's thought when He first created YOU?!
Today's #ToBeHeardTuesday will be right up your alley!
Press play for honest, biblical truth on what it looks like to create good work—all the while staying far away from the prison of perfectionism. No better way to study creativity than with the Creator, am I right? Have your Bible open to Genesis, and let's dive in!
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You've heard me talk about this in previous #ToBeHeardTuesdays...
You've studied this topic with me before on ayanasymone.com/blog...
And, now?
We are revisiting the much-needed conversation again in today's episode.
I'm talking about:
HUMILITY.
If we are truly going to walk in our purpose & be who God has called us to be, we cannot possibly do that without keeping a humbled heart posture. Lucky for us, we're going to learn how to stay humble today by studying a significant passage of Scripture. You'll have to press play to hear more of what I mean!
Be sure to rate the podcast and leave a review if today's episode blessed you. Don't forget to follow @tobeheardpodcast on Instagram as well, so you can stay up to date on what's in store for the podcast. Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday!
"Let your yes be 'yes', and your no be 'no'." —Jesus
So simple, yet SO profound!
After realizing a poor pattern of prioritization in my journey of living out my purpose, these words are what inspired me to record today's #ToBeHeardTuesday. If you have a problem overbooking yourself, making too many commitments, adding to your calendar more than you have capacity for, today's episode is for YOU! Press play to hear more of what I mean! And, if the episode blessed you, be sure to let me know in the reviews!
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Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday!
Happy #ToBeHeardTuesday, listeners!
Joining me on the podcast today is no stranger to To Be Heard. You know her, you love her—
Please welcome back...Megan Edmonds!
Megan is the WELL-LOVED founder of She Lives Purposefully ministries, which includes an inspiring blog, multiple bible study guides, a Top 50 Podcast that has over 700,000 downloads, and a social media platform that reaches over 31,000 people each day. As Megan opens up to us in today's episode, dropping valuable wisdom for us to take note of along the way, you are going to be blessed by today's conversation!
To dive into Megan's content at She Lives Purposefully, check out her website at shelivespurposefully.com and follow her on Instagram @shelivespurposefully. Not to mention, be sure to tune into our previous conversations from years past. From people-pleasing to living in our freedom, hear Megan and I cover it all in the previous episodes linked below!
Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday, friends!
Tune in:
"Finally Free" with Megan Holmes | To Be Heard Podcast
Don't Let People-Pleasing Stop Your Purpose with Ayana Symone | She Lives Purposefully Podcast
When You're Confused About Your Calling with Ayana Symone | She Lives Purposefully Podcast
Aaaand, we're back with a brand new #ToBeHeardTuesday!
This time? It's just you and me!
And, we're taking it back to a study I did this time around last year, where I challenged myself to read and study parts of the Bible I haven't gotten the chance to yet. And, let's just say, after reading the brief book of Philemon, I knew without a shadow of a doubt, you and I would have to study the book together. We're going to talk about a man named Onesimus & how treating him says the most about who we are.
You'll have to press play to see what I mean! And, stay tuned for so many fun things to come in 2024. Sign up to become a member at ayanasymone.com to stay connected. And, follow @tobeheardpodcast on Instagram as well.
Have a happy #ToBeHeardTuesday, friends!