The Wake-Up Call

In this episode, J. D. and Carolyn Moore discusses the biblical truth behind women in leadership and the misconceptions that limit their roles. They explore how a Genesis 3 hierarchy influences church culture today and how a fresh reading of Scripture can lead to a more equitable future. Carolyn shares insights from her book, When Women Lead, offering practical advice to overcome theological and cultural barriers. This conversation is essential for anyone passionate about justice, biblical integrity, and empowering women to fulfill their calling. LINKS: Carolyn's "I Am Not Offended" blog post: https://artofholiness.com/i-am-not-offended/ Sandra Richter’s Defense of Women in Ministry Leadership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoAyhSQtKR8 Sandra Richter on Theology In The Raw with Preston Sprinkle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK20SaGZ09k Tyler Staton's (Bridgetown Church) series on Women & Eldership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKetqpnVI24 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the themes of gentleness and humility in ministry, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of embodying these qualities, as demonstrated by Jesus in the Gospels, particularly in Matthew 11:28–30. Dan shares personal anecdotes and reflections on how gentleness and humility can transform ministry practices, contrasting them with more aggressive approaches. He encourages listeners to adopt a posture of humility and gentleness, allowing God's love to shine through their actions. Dan also discusses the role of spiritual gifts in everyday life, advocating for a normalized approach that focuses on obedience and discernment rather than grand gestures. He highlights the significance of being an apprentice of Jesus, learning to minister with love and humility. The episode concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to engage in ministry with a spirit of gentleness and humility, and to reflect on their experiences in their personal journals. Dan encourages the audience to embrace their unique identities and allow God to work through them in profound ways. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer 00:59 The Gentle and Humble Heart of Jesus 03:53 Ministry Cultures and Approaches 07:44 Understanding Humility in Ministry 12:03 Practical Application of Gentleness and Humility 14:56 Worship and Reflection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt opens with a reflection on the significance of June as a "summer of the Holy Spirit," encouraging listeners to share their personal stories of faith and service. He emphasizes the importance of embodying the love of God through acts of kindness and service, likening these actions to planting seeds that lead to spiritual awakening. The episode highlights the concept of "foot washing" as a metaphor for humility and service, drawing from the biblical story of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Dan invites listeners to consider how they can serve others in their daily lives, embodying the spirit of Jesus' teachings. The discussion continues with JD, who reflects on the profound symbolism of foot washing, noting its significance as an act of love and humility. They explore how this simple act represents the essence of the kingdom of God, challenging the notions of power and pride. The episode concludes with a call to action, encouraging listeners to participate in or observe a foot washing service to internalize this powerful image. The episode wraps up with a worship segment, reinforcing the theme of servitude and love as central to the Christian faith, and inviting listeners to continue sharing their stories of spiritual encounters. CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Summer of the Holy Spirit 02:48 Jesus Washing Feet: A Model of Humility 05:46 The Kingdom of God and Servanthood 08:59 Practical Applications of Foot Washing 18:40 Living as Servants in the World - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the theme of servanthood, emphasizing the importance of embodying the spirit of Jesus in our daily lives. He reflects on the teachings of Jesus, highlighting how faith is an act of risk and love. Dan discusses the significance of being apprentices of Jesus, learning not only what Jesus did but also understanding the motivations behind his actions. He shares insights on how Jesus led with love, humility, and gentleness, encouraging listeners to partner with the Father in serving others. The episode delves into the concept of the kingdom of God, where serving others is a central tenet, and how this approach subverts the cultural norms of power and fame. Dan shares personal stories and experiences to illustrate the power of humility and service. He recounts a memorable event where his church hosted a national conference, highlighting the humility of leaders who served selflessly. This episode encourages listeners to adopt a servant's mindset, inspired by Jesus' example, and to engage in acts of service without seeking recognition. Dan concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to perform hidden acts of kindness and to reflect on how serving others aligns with the teachings of Jesus. The episode closes with a communal singing of the Doxology, reinforcing the theme of worship and service. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the Spirit of Jesus 03:03 The Call to Serve Like Jesus 05:53 Stories of Humility in Leadership 09:13 The Nature of True Service 12:06 Practical Applications of Serving 15:18 Worship and Reflection 17:56 WUC Outro - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores how the kingdom of God is revealed through acts of mercy, justice, and love for the vulnerable. Discover how biblical principles can transform your daily life and deepen your faith. Dan shares stories of people living out Jesus’ call to serve the hungry and oppressed, linking Old Testament justice with New Testament teachings. This isn’t just about charity; it’s about embodying Christ’s love in everyday interactions. Perfect for believers eager to act on their faith, this episode invites you to embrace Jesus’ mission of justice and mercy. Tune in to learn how your everyday moments can become expressions of divine love and justice. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Spiritual Awakening 02:58 The Call to Care for the Poor 11:45 Active Participation in Ministry 14:49 Living the Way of Jesus - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt begins with a reflection on the power of forgiveness, drawing inspiration from a biblical passage in Luke 5:18-20. He recounts the story of a paralyzed man whose sins were forgiven by Jesus, emphasizing the transformative nature of forgiveness. Dan also shares a poignant real-life example from an Amish community in Pennsylvania, where forgiveness was extended to the family of a man who committed a tragic act. This act of grace stunned the world and highlighted forgiveness as a core practice of the Jesus way, challenging societal norms and showcasing the kingdom's values. Dan continues by exploring the theme of forgiveness as a vital aspect of Christian life. He discusses the practice of confession and the importance of forgiving others as Christ has forgiven us. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, he encourages listeners to embrace forgiveness as a path to true freedom and healing. The episode concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences of forgiveness and to consider extending grace to those around them. Dan wraps up with a worship song, reinforcing the message of hope and strength found in Christ alone. CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Power of Forgiveness 07:11 Living as Christ Carriers 12:42 WUC Outro Video.mp4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for Unpuzzled ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/unpuzzled-wuc/ And on May 25 we begin All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt reflects on the significance of Fridays as a time for rest and community engagement. He emphasizes the importance of being attentive to the spiritual movements around us, whether in our neighborhoods or personal interactions. The episode delves into the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, highlighting themes of compassion and forgiveness. Dan discusses how Jesus' actions in this story serve as a profound lesson in embodying compassion, encouraging listeners to enter into others' suffering and offer forgiveness, just as Jesus did. Dan also introduces the concept of discipleship bands, small groups that foster deep, confessional community relationships. He shares personal experiences and encourages listeners to seek out or form such groups to experience the power of compassion and support. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to look for opportunities to show compassion in their daily lives, whether through simple acts of kindness or deeper engagement with those in need. Dan wraps up with a hymn, inviting listeners to join in worship and reflect on the greatness of God's love and compassion. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Embracing the Weekend with Intent 01:55 The Power of Compassion in Jesus' Teachings 06:11 Living Out Compassion in Community 11:04 Practical Steps to Show Compassion 13:11 Worship and Reflection on God's Greatness - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook? Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the concept of receiving words of knowledge, drawing inspiration from the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. He shares a personal experience from an airplane journey where he unexpectedly engaged in a spiritual conversation with a fellow passenger. Despite initial reluctance, Dan felt prompted by the Holy Spirit to ask a specific question that deeply resonated with the man, leading to a transformative moment. This encounter highlights the power of being open to divine guidance and the impact it can have on others. Dan emphasizes the importance of love and humility in ministry, encouraging listeners to be attentive to the Holy Spirit's voice in everyday interactions. He invites the audience to practice hearing God's voice and to be willing to step out of their comfort zones to share insights with others. The episode concludes with a call to worship and a reminder that each person plays a vital role in God's larger story, acting as ambassadors of Jesus through love and the power of the Spirit. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer of Consecration 00:56 Understanding Words of Knowledge 02:19 Personal Testimony: A Word of Knowledge on a Plane 10:51 The Impact of Obedience and Love in Ministry 14:09 Kingdom Ministry: Living on the Edge of Belief 17:33 Activation: Practicing Hearing God's Voice  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the theme of discernment, emphasizing its importance in spiritual growth and daily interactions. He shares personal stories illustrating how discernment can lead to meaningful connections and spiritual insights. Dan recounts an experience with a waitress where a simple impression led to a heartfelt exchange, highlighting the power of listening to God's voice. He encourages listeners to cultivate discernment by staying close to Jesus, practicing holy listening, and being open to the impressions that align with His teachings. The episode also includes a reflection on Mark 2:6-8, where Jesus discerns the thoughts of the teachers of the law. Dan contrasts educated guesses with true discernment, which relies on a practiced hearing of God's voice. He provides practical advice on how to develop this gift, encouraging listeners to trust their impressions and take small risks in sharing them. The episode concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to share their Holy Spirit stories and engage in worship through the hymn "Fairest Lord Jesus." CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Call to Action 02:41 The Importance of Discernment 03:07 Jesus and Discernment in Action 07:59 Practicing Discernment in Daily Life 10:46 Activation: Trusting Your Discernment 14:45 Worship and Reflection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the spiritual significance of Pentecost and the ministry of Jesus, emphasizing the power of love and spiritual authority. He discusses how the season of Pentecost represents a time when the Spirit fills the people of God, enabling them to move into the world with love and mission. Dan highlights the importance of understanding not just what Jesus did, but why he did it, focusing on love as the ultimate power. The episode delves into the concept of spiritual warfare, explaining how Jesus cast out demons and how believers can also engage in this ministry through discernment and prayer. The conversation with JD further explores the theme of spiritual warfare, using metaphors to illustrate the presence of evil in the world and the role of believers in combating it. JD emphasizes the importance of recognizing the reality of spiritual powers and the need for believers to move in the way of Jesus, embodying love, joy, and peace. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in deliverance ministry with humility and wisdom, encouraging them to seek guidance from experienced mentors and spiritual leaders. CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Season of Pentecost and Spiritual Authority 03:06 Understanding Jesus' Ministry of Deliverance 06:01 The Role of Spiritual Powers in Our Lives 08:52 The Practice of Deliverance Ministry 11:46 Embodying the Love of Jesus in the World - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Most believers are content with a faith that seeks only comfort, yet the power to raise the dead and heal the broken remains within reach—if we dare to believe. In this episode, Dan Wilt unveils a profound truth: God is actively moving through His church worldwide, performing signs and wonders—including raising the dead. Yet, many of us miss out on these miracles because we underestimate our part in this divine mission. Discover how Jesus’s astonishing acts of raising the dead serve as a blueprint for our own ministry today. We unravel stories from Sri Lanka where a child's life was restored, leading to hundreds of conversions—a potent reminder that God's supernatural work can break resistance and transform entire communities. You’ll hear how believers like yourself are called to step into this reality, not necessarily through grand gestures, but through humble, faith-filled prayer and obedience. This episode challenges you to believe that the impossible is possible—because Jesus promised we would do even greater works. Perfect for anyone longing to see God move more boldly in their life and community, it will ignite your hope and equip you to pray with confidence. Step into your calling—because the dead need to rise, and today, you’re part of the story. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the Wake-Up Call 02:32 The Power of the Holy Spirit 03:02 Raised from the Dead: A Powerful Lesson 07:20 Faith and the Community of Believers 11:35 Worship and Reflection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt begins with a prayer of consecration, inviting listeners to focus on their spiritual journey with Jesus. He shares personal experiences of praying for healing, recounting moments where he witnessed both gradual and immediate recoveries. Dan emphasizes that the essence of healing is not just about physical restoration but about experiencing God's love. He reflects on the teachings of Dr. Steve Seamands, highlighting the importance of understanding the ministry of healing as an act of love rather than a demonstration of power. Dan encourages listeners to embrace the mystery of healing, acknowledging that while not everyone may experience physical healing, everyone can feel the love and presence of God. Dan further explores the theme of healing by discussing the role of faith and the importance of discernment in prayer. He stresses that healing is a partnership with God, where the focus should be on love and compassion. Dan shares practical advice on how to pray for others, encouraging listeners to take risks in faith and to be open to the different ways God may choose to heal. The episode concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to pray for those in need and to trust in the power of God's love to bring healing and transformation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer of Consecration 01:25 The Power of Healing in Jesus' Ministry 04:47 Understanding Healing as an Act of Love 09:32 The Tension of Healing: Now and Not Yet 13:54 Practical Steps for Healing Prayer 19:18 Closing Thoughts and Blessings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode, Dan Wilt encourages listeners to embrace their spiritual journey by recognizing the presence of Jesus in their lives. He emphasizes the transformative power of faith, urging listeners to share their Holy Spirit stories to inspire others. Dan shares a touching story about a couple who found hope and community through his church's outreach efforts, illustrating how small acts of kindness can lead to profound changes. The episode also explores the theme of resisting negative influences by partnering with Jesus to undo the works of the evil one. Dan uses biblical stories to highlight how Jesus transformed lives by offering love and acceptance. He encourages listeners to be active participants in this spiritual resistance, using prayer and acts of kindness to counteract negativity. The episode concludes with a call to action, inviting listeners to share their stories and join in spreading love and hope. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

In this episode of the Wake-Up Call, Dan Wilt explores the theme of perceiving and partnering with what the Father is already doing in people's lives. He shares a personal story about a neighbor who came to faith, emphasizing the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit and discerning God's timing and manner in interactions. Dan encourages listeners to engage in kingdom ministry by being aware of God's work around them and joining in with compassion and humility. Dan also discusses the interactivity of the Trinity, highlighting how Jesus only acted upon seeing the Father at work. He invites listeners to practice perceiving God's actions in their daily interactions and to document these experiences in a journal. The episode concludes with a call to worship and a reflection on the hymn "I'd Rather Have Jesus," reinforcing the message of prioritizing spiritual alignment over worldly desires. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Sower Nation and Community Support 03:14 The Importance of Listening to the Holy Spirit 04:42 Understanding Jesus' Actions Through the Father 10:24 Partnering with the Father in Ministry 12:50 Practical Applications and Journal Prompts 20:02 Worship and Reflection on Jesus' Centrality Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - In this episode, Dan Wilt begins with a reflective prayer, inviting listeners to engage in a spiritual journey titled "What Did Jesus Actually Do?" He explores the actions of Jesus, emphasizing how Jesus welcomed, healed, summoned, and commissioned people. Dan shares personal insights from his own spiritual journey, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus' teachings and actions. He encourages listeners to consider how they can emulate Jesus in their daily lives, fostering a global movement of hope and life through the kingdom of God. The episode continues with a call to action, urging listeners to participate in "Pray for Anything That Moves Day." Dan emphasizes the importance of prayer as a means of connecting with others and expressing compassion. He encourages listeners to fill their lives with worship music, which he describes as "sonic sanctuaries" that help orient one's heart toward God. The episode concludes with an invitation to actively engage in prayer and spiritual growth, fostering a community that embodies the teachings and spirit of Jesus. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer of Consecration 01:01 Exploring Jesus' Actions and Teachings 06:06 Journal Prompts and Activation 09:13 Worship and the Power of Song 14:51 Activation: Pray for Anything That Moves - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Shelbi Shutt's journey from a diagnosis of progressive muscular dystrophy to becoming a beacon of hope reveals a profound truth: embracing vulnerability can unlock spiritual strength. In this episode, Shelbi shares how her "full yes" to God amidst physical decline transformed her pain into a platform for impactful speaking and writing. Discover how disability can amplify prophetic witness, offering insights into beholding Jesus in life's darkest valleys and finding joy in surrender. Perfect for anyone facing hardship, this conversation invites you to explore the depths of divine love and strength. Pre-order Shelbi's Wake-Up Call Advent series "Behold" here ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/behold/ ---- Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Risk is one of the ways we become, and make, disciples.  - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing  - - - - - - Faith isn’t safe—it’s spelled R-I-S-K. In this stirring episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake Up Call,” Dan Wilt invites you to step out of your comfort zone and discover what it really means to live as Christ’s ambassador in your everyday moments. Whether you’re ministering in a grocery store aisle, reaching out to a neighbor, or simply praying for someone quietly in private, Dan Wilt challenges us to see discipleship and spiritual transformation as a journey that calls for boldness, humility, and deep love. Journey with Dan Wilt as he breaks down the reality of the Great Commission from Matthew 28:18-20 and shares why spiritual growth is inseparable from emotional health. You’ll hear relatable stories—like Greg learning the gentle art of prayer ministry—and gain practical encouragement to move beyond fear and embrace risk as essential to faith. Tune in for key moments, such as: The simple question that can open astonishing doors: “May I pray for you?” Why your ordinary actions and unseen heart are always on display, shaping the people around you in ways you may never expect How true ministry isn’t about possessing a special “anointing,” but responding in small acts of courageous obedience every day Dan Wilt wraps up with a heartfelt prayer and actionable prompts, urging you to take even the smallest risk today—to smile more, reach out to someone, or let God’s love shine through you. Inspired by the hymn “O God, Our Help in Ages Past,” you’ll walk away ready to be part of something bigger and more beautiful than you imagined. Awaken your faith and ignite your daily walk—subscribe for more conversations and encouragement to help you live the “with God” life, right where you are. CHAPTERS: 00:02 Kingdom Mandate: The Great Commission Explained 02:44 Faith is Spelled R-I-S-K: Taking Bold Steps 03:31 Story of Greg: Learning to Minister with Humility 05:03 Discipleship in Action: "Always on Display" 06:11 Emotional and Spiritual Maturity Go Hand in Hand 08:01 Love Leads, Power Follows: The Heart of Ministry 10:14 Embracing Risk in Ministry and Prayer 12:20 Seeing the One: Jesus' Compassionate Focus 13:07 Risk as the Pathway to Faith and Discipleship 14:02 Journal Prompts: Reflecting on Your Last Act of Risk 16:23 Encouragement to Break Through Fear and Take Small Risks 18:00 "O God, Our Help in Ages Past" Hymn Performance 20:58 Living a With-God Life: The Episode’s Closing Charge - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - In this episode, Dan Wilt explores the theme of "Continuing All the Things, Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Spirit." He reflects on the idea of Jesus bringing light and life, often through the church's ministry. Dan shares a personal story about a spontaneous conversation in a salon, where he felt guided by the Holy Spirit to share the gospel. This encounter led to a heartfelt response from the staff, illustrating the impact of being open to divine guidance. The episode emphasizes the importance of being a sign of God's kingdom in everyday interactions, encouraging listeners to pray for others and be attentive to the Spirit's leading. The discussion continues with JD joining Dan to delve deeper into the concept of abiding in Jesus and discerning His voice in daily life. They talk about the kingdom of God as both a present and future reality, where believers are called to embody the presence of God's future. The episode encourages listeners to live with a kingdom mindset, praying "Your kingdom come, Your will be done" as a guiding principle. Through stories and reflections, Dan and JD inspire their audience to engage in ministry with humility, love, and openness to God's transformative work in the world. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Awakening to the Kingdom's Presence 02:09 The Kingdom of God: Now and Not Yet 08:51 Living Out the Kingdom Prayer 13:59 Worship and Commissioning for the Day - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

God’s future world is breaking into the present—and we get to participate. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - What if the future you’ve longed for is closer than you think—breaking into your life right now? In this energizing episode of the Wake-Up Call, Dan Wilt invites you to wake up to the reality of God’s Kingdom not as a distant dream, but as a living presence in our everyday world. Building on the new series "All the Things: Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Spirit," Dan Wilt delves into the mysterious and thrilling nature of the Kingdom of God. Drawing from Matthew 4:23, he explores how Jesus’ message isn’t just about proclamation, but demonstration—healing, hope, and radical transformation available to us all today. Key themes include: The “presence of God’s future”—how the new creation foretold in scripture is already breaking into our lives through acts of love, healing, kindness, and Spirit-led obedience. Practical steps for living as “Kingdom people,” seeing every interaction through a lens of hope and possibility—even in the midst of suffering or seasons of feeling stuck. Personal stories, including Dan Wilt’s own journey through darkness to healing, reminding listeners that Jesus meets us even in our hardest moments. Listen in for moving journal prompts, an inspiring activation to “wear God’s future glasses” throughout your day, and wisdom from mentors like John Wimber on carrying the Holy Spirit’s presence into every situation. Don’t miss the heart-stirring moments when Dan Wilt leads an empowering prayer and invites you to envision—and embody—the world as it will be when Jesus returns. If you’re ready to see miracles in the mundane and step into God's unfolding story, hit subscribe and join us for more conversations designed to awaken your faith and empower your everyday ministry! CHAPTERS: 00:01:44 The Kingdom of God: Presence of God’s Future 00:03:33 God’s Kingdom Brings Hope to Every Soul 00:04:24 Inaugurated Eschatology Explained Simply 00:05:38 A Personal Story of Healing and Gratefulness 00:06:22 God’s New Creation Future Is Breaking In 00:07:46 Jesus Demonstrates the Kingdom with Miracles 00:09:09 Miracles as Signs of the Age to Come 00:10:17 Journal Prompts: Imagining the World Made Whole 00:12:41 Seeing Others Through the Lens of New Creation 00:13:36 The Holy Spirit Revealed Through Confession 00:14:30 Activation: Praying for God’s New Creation Now 00:14:46 Singing the Doxology: Monday Hymn Tradition - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

The world as it should be is yet to be. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - What if the Kingdom of God is closer than you think—yet somehow still out of reach? In this transformative episode, Dan Wilt invites you to explore the profound tension between the “now” and “not yet” of God’s kingdom, diving deep into the mystery that shapes everyday faith and ministry. This episode draws listeners into a spirit-led reflection designed to awaken, encourage, and equip. Dan Wilt, author and seasoned spiritual guide, shares moving stories and biblical insights, including a poignant account of a community surrounding a loved one at the end of her life. Through this lens, he explores why some prayers seem to be answered instantly while others linger in mystery, and why miracles sometimes wait for fulfillment in the world to come. Key highlights include: An exploration of Jesus’ words in Luke 17, revealing that the Kingdom is both “in your midst” and yet to reach its fullness. A heartfelt prayer and practical journaling prompts to help you notice God’s activity right where you are—and find hope where the kingdom feels far away. Inspirational encouragement to become an agent for God’s kingdom “breaking in,” from simple acts of risk-taking love to honest reflections on unanswered prayers. Rooted in worship and honest about the hardships of spiritual life, this episode offers real hope for anyone grappling with the tensions of faith, healing, and unanswered questions. Whether you are a seasoned believer or just beginning your journey, you’ll find fresh perspective and gentle guidance to carry with you into your daily walk. Subscribe for more conversations like this—filled with wisdom, worship, and the courage to live in the “now and not yet.” CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer of Consecration 01:00 Understanding the Kingdom of God 02:57 The Kingdom of God: Now and Not Yet 06:47 Living Between the Now and Not Yet 10:48 Worship and Reflection on the Kingdom 15:38 Conclusion and Call to Action - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

He is the anointed Messiah, the Christ his people have been anticipating for generations. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - Wake up to the powerful reality: The Kingdom of God is not just a distant hope—it's breaking in, here and now. In this inspiring episode of Seedbed Inc’s Wake-Up Call Dan Wilt invites you into a transformative journey of understanding what it means to be a people of the Kingdom, fully alive to God’s presence and power at work in our everyday lives. Start your day with a spirit-lifting prayer, then dive into the rich depths of Luke 4 as Dan Wilt unpacks Jesus’ inaugural proclamation of the Kingdom—where freedom, healing, and hope are offered to the poor, the oppressed, and the brokenhearted. You’ll be moved by Dan Wilt’s personal story of serving alongside his children, revealing how even the smallest acts of compassion can powerfully express Kingdom ministry. Reflect on the stunning moment when Jesus, in his hometown synagogue, declares the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy, inviting listeners to join in the “Jubilee”—a ministry of liberation and love that continues today. Key moments you won’t want to miss: Jesus’ orchestral proclamation in Luke 4 and its world-changing significance A real-life story of generosity and prayer that demonstrates Kingdom impact on the ground Actionable journal prompts and activations to help you see and serve those around you in new ways End your time with an uplifting worship session and a call to step into your own “all the things” ministry—moving with gentleness, humility, and the empowering presence of the Spirit. Ready to become a radiant star in a world longing for light? Hit subscribe for more conversations and encouragements designed to awaken your faith and fuel your everyday walk with Jesus. CHAPTERS: 00:00:17 Jesus Is With Us: Embracing Daily Expectation 00:02:28 Jesus Declares the Kingdom in the Synagogue 00:04:28 Bringing Church to the Neighborhood: A Story of Giving 00:06:10 The Jubilee Proclamation: Orchestral Hit of the Kingdom 00:08:05 "Today This Scripture Is Fulfilled": Jesus' Bold Claim 00:10:03 Prayer for Eyes of Compassion and Setting Others Free 00:12:17 Activation: Seeking the Poor, Prisoners, and Oppressed 00:14:43 Collecting Holy Spirit Stories: How God Is Moving 00:15:21 Worship Moment: “Build My Life” Song 00:21:09 Challenging Listeners: Step Into Others’ Worlds With Love - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

The kingdom of God is a revolution of the heart—every heart—coming into allegiance to God’s anointed. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - Wake up, Sower Nation—the Kingdom of God has never been closer than it is today! In this energizing new episode of Seedbed Inc’s “All the Things,” Dan Wilt invites you to encounter the revolutionary power of God’s kingdom—not just as a distant hope, but as a present, personal transformation happening right in your heart. Journey with Dan Wilt as he unpacks Matthew 3 and the resonant call of John the Baptist, echoing through history: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” Dive deep into what it truly means for God’s rule and reign to break into your everyday life. Explore powerful themes like the “revolution of the heart,” the real-time fulfillment of ancient messianic prophecies, and how Jesus’ vision of the Kingdom is both a present reality and a mysterious “now but not yet.” Dan Wilt challenges listeners to recognize how God’s loving order brings us from chaos to life, empowering us to become “royal priests”—ambassadors for heaven on earth. You’ll be inspired by: Dan Wilt's compelling reflection on how Jesus’ message flips expectations about power and revolution. A refreshing look at the mysterious “now and not yet” nature of the Kingdom, and how you can partner with this unfolding reality. Practical prompts and a moving call to intercession—learn simple ways to activate change in the lives of those around you. Plus, enjoy an uplifting moment of worship with the classic hymn “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee,” bringing heart and hope to your day. Ready for the Kingdom revolution to begin in your own life? Listen now, reflect, and step into your calling. Subscribe for more inspiring conversations and practical tools to help you live all the things with Jesus, every single day! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Prayer of Consecration 01:59 The Kingdom of God: A Revolution of the Heart 05:48 Understanding the Kingdom: Now and Not Yet 08:14 Journal Prompts and Activations for the Kingdom 12:54 Worship and Reflection through Hymns - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Through his message, and his ministry, Jesus went beyond words; he demonstrated that the kingdom of God was among them through signs and wonders. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - What if the Kingdom of God is closer than you ever imagined—even breaking through right beside you at 30,000 feet? In today’s inspiring episode of “All the Things,” host Dan Wilt invites listeners to wake up to the presence and power of Jesus in our everyday lives. Whether you’re a lifelong believer or just curious about faith, this episode will challenge and encourage you to see God’s dynamic rule and reign in a fresh light. Join Dan Wilt as he unpacks the meaning and significance of the “Kingdom of God,” rooted in the teachings of Jesus and the rich heritage of Jewish history. The episode centers on a real-life, airport encounter that perfectly illustrates how the Holy Spirit can work through anyone who is open and surrendered—even when we feel our weakest. This moving story draws you in, showing how God’s presence can break through the ordinary and transform hearts in unexpected places. Key highlights from this episode include: An unforgettable conversation between Dan Wilt and a self-proclaimed atheist on a plane, revealing the mysterious ways God can reach out to us A deep dive into what the “Kingdom of God” meant to Jesus, his listeners, and why it remains a central theme throughout the Gospels Practical prompts and activations for listeners eager to participate in God's kingdom work, wherever they are As always, Dan Wilt closes with a moment of worship and reflection, turning songs into “sonic sanctuaries” to encounter God’s presence. Ready to rethink what it means to live out faith in the everyday? Don’t miss this insightful wake-up call that will embolden you to notice, pray, and invite the Kingdom of God into every corner of your life. Subscribe for more life-giving conversations and spiritual activations like this! CHAPTERS: 00:03 Jesus Is Beautiful: A Morning Prayer of Consecration 02:16 The Story of an Angry Atheist on an Airplane 04:12 God Speaks: The Rebecca Revelation Breaks an Atheist 05:51 The Kingdom of God: Jesus’ Central Teaching Explained 07:47 The Jewish Journey: Longing for God's Kingdom Restored 09:54 Hearts Changed: Aftermath of a Divine Encounter 11:24 Activation Challenge: Praying For Others to Enter the Kingdom 13:22 Worship Moment: "You Are Worthy of It All" 16:41 Songs as Sonic Sanctuaries: Worship as Encounter with God - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

When we take small risks of faith, even practicing with people who know us and love us, we begin to see that God does not use the “anointed,” but rather the obedient. - - - - - - - We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - Are you ready to unlock the power of a single, life-changing question? In this inspiring episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake Up Call,” host Dan Wilt dives into the heart of Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Spirit, revealing how the simple act of asking, “May I pray for you?” can open doors to divine encounters and transformative moments. Whether you feel on the outside looking in when it comes to spiritual gifts or you’re ready to see God move through you in powerful ways, this episode will equip and encourage you. Dan Wilt shares his own journey from anxious introvert to Spirit-led risk taker, offering practical wisdom and heartfelt stories—from spontaneous breakthroughs in prayer to everyday moments of kindness that change lives. You’ll learn how approaching others with gentleness and humility can turn ordinary interactions into sacred opportunities for ministry. Key highlights include: The “Kingdom question” that launched an avalanche of faith in Dan Wilt’s life, and how you can make it part of your own daily practice. Simple, actionable prayer tips rooted in scripture to help you step out in faith with sensitivity and confidence. The call to document your own stories and become part of God’s ongoing work—no superpowers required, just obedience. With journal prompts and spiritual activations, this episode is more than just teaching—it’s an invitation to begin “doing the stuff” of Jesus, right where you are. Plus, you’ll be uplifted by a classic hymn performance to center your heart. Subscribe for more conversations like this and join the awakening—one simple question at a time. CHAPTERS: 00:03 Series Introduction: Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Spirit 03:47 The Life-Changing Power of "May I Pray for You?" 04:23 Witnessing a Physical Healing During Prayer 06:19 Listening to the Holy Spirit Before Praying 07:32 Practical Prayer Tips for Impactful Ministry 09:12 Learning to Wait: Increasing Sensitivity in Prayer 11:27 Faith is Spelled R-I-S-K: Taking Small Steps of Obedience 12:56 Journal Prompts: Documenting God's Work Through You 15:45 Embracing Your Personality in Spirit-Led Ministry 16:35 Worship Moment: "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" Hymn 20:19 Becoming the Overflow of God's Love to Others Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to...

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - Are you ready to stop spectating and start living a naturally supernatural life? This episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake Up Call” is your invitation to dive into the real, everyday ministry of the Holy Spirit—no stages, microphones, or professional credentials required. Host Dan Wilt launches a powerful new series inspired by Pentecost, encouraging us all to become true “Pentecost people” who not only believe in the movement of God’s Spirit but participate in it, wherever we are. He’s joined by special guest J.D., a passionate voice for awakening and Spirit-led living. Together, Dan Wilt and J.D. reflect on the gap between the miraculous stories of the early church and the often routine nature of modern Christianity—asking the honest, pressing question: “When do we get to do the stuff?” In this soul-stirring conversation, you’ll uncover: The remarkable story of John Wimber’s burning question that became a catalyst for the Vineyard movement and everyday kingdom ministry The practical steps anyone can take to partner with God—not just in church, but at home, work, and in daily relationships J.D.’s raw honesty about encountering Jesus’ promises, wrestling with doubts, and learning to “act as if what Jesus says is true” Discover how awakening isn’t reserved for the spiritual elite—it’s meant for you. This episode is filled with warm encouragement, actionable prompts, and profound prayers to catalyze your faith from imitation to participation. Ready to join the adventure? Listen in, reflect, and step into the “stuff” of the kingdom today. Subscribe now for more inspiring conversations and practical activations to awaken your everyday walk with Jesus! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Dan Wilt Introduces "Doing the Stuff" Series 04:02 Story of the Methodist Pastor Seeking the Spirit's Power 06:45 John Wimber's Famous Question: "When Do We Get to Do the Stuff?" 08:07 Today We Get to Do the Things Jesus Did 10:04 Journal Prompts: Reflecting on Jesus' Actions in Your Life 12:33 Fruit of the Spirit Leads Kingdom Ministry 14:55 Surprise Return: Lighthearted Banter and Series Excitement 17:15 Jesus Says: "Greater Things Than These Will You Do" 19:22 Faith Is Acting As If Jesus' Words Are True 20:15 The Holy Spirit’s Role: Not Just Watching, But Doing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify....

When ordinary believers combine all the things that Jesus did and said with obedience and discernment, we are able to move in the power of the Holy Spirit—a power that breaks down strongholds and opens hearts to the Savior. We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - What if “doing all the things” meant transforming lives every single day? On this kickoff episode of our brand-new series, "All the Things: Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Spirit," Dan Wilt invites you to reimagine your daily rhythms—not as a checklist, but as opportunities to partner with Jesus in awakening hearts and communities. This inspiring episode opens on Pentecost Monday, setting the stage for a 45-day journey of discovering what it truly means to follow in the footsteps of Christ. Dan Wilt explores how the original acts and teachings of Jesus weren't just historical events, but blueprints for the dynamic ministry God still calls ordinary people to join today. With relatable stories, honest questions, and practical spiritual activations, you’ll be challenged to see your own routine through new eyes. Key highlights include: How "all the things" in Jesus’ life—healing, welcome, and transformation—offer a template for everyday believers Why words alone aren’t enough in a noisy world, and how a "demonstration of the Spirit’s power" makes faith real The personal and practical steps for awakening to your unique role in God’s ongoing story, including reflective prayers and actionable journal prompts Plus, learn about the special focus of this season—including powerful stories from Dan Wilt and others, soul-stirring worship, and a communal journey designed to deepen both your faith and your sense of mission. Don’t miss the invitation to step into all the things Jesus did—with Him, for your world, starting today. Subscribe for more conversations like this, and join us each week as we sow seeds of hope, healing, and awakening—one day at a time. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Everyday Ministry 02:51 The Ministry of Jesus and Its Impact 06:04 The Power of the Holy Spirit in Ministry 08:58 Living Out the Commission of Jesus 11:52 Activating Our Faith in Daily Life 15:14 Invitation to an Awakened Life 18:06 Conclusion and Worship 18:25 WUC Outro Video.mp4 Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - In this episode, JD Walt reflects on the significance of Pentecost, a pivotal day in Christian history when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles. He emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, which continues to guide and inspire believers today. JD shares insights from Acts chapter 2, highlighting the reactions of those who witnessed the event—some were amazed and curious, while others were skeptical. He encourages listeners to adopt a humble and inquisitive mindset, asking, "What does this mean?" and "What must we do?" These questions, he suggests, are essential for understanding and living out the teachings of Jesus. JD also discusses the feedback from a recent survey about taking a break from the daily "wake up call" sessions, indicating a potential pause in late summer. He shares personal reflections on feeling tired and the need for rest, asking for prayers as he balances his roles as CEO of Seedbed and pastor of Gillette Methodist Church. JD looks forward to upcoming events, including a conference and a series on the Book of Romans. He concludes with an invitation to support the ministry through a sewing campaign and encourages participation in the spiritual journey, whether in person or online. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - In this episode, JD Walt reflects on the significance of prayer as a transformative practice, drawing parallels between learning to ride a bike and developing a prayerful life. He emphasizes the importance of moving beyond the basics of prayer to embrace it as a way of life, akin to riding a more advanced bicycle. JD shares personal anecdotes and insights from scripture, particularly focusing on Ephesians 6:18-20, to illustrate how prayer can evolve from a simple practice into a continuous, life-encompassing dialogue with God. He encourages listeners to explore prayer as an exchange with God, where human wishes are transformed into divine ideas through faith. JD also highlights the upcoming series led by Dan Wilt, titled "All the Things: Everyday Ministry in the Power of the Holy Spirit," expressing excitement for the new direction. He invites listeners to engage with the series and participate in the community's spiritual journey. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to embrace prayer as a means of opening new horizons and preparing for future spiritual growth. JD closes with a heartfelt prayer, inviting the Holy Spirit to guide and mold the community, and encourages continued support for the ministry's initiatives. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Series 02:03 Exploring the Nature of Prayer 09:34 Practical Applications and Reflections on Prayer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - In this episode, JD Walt reflects on the concept of prayer, emphasizing its depth beyond mere requests for help. He explores the Greek term "proshu komahi," which means to interact with God by exchanging human wishes for divine ideas through faith. JD highlights how prayer is a supernaturally aligned way of hearing and seeing, becoming a divinely empowered way of being and moving with God in the world. He references John Chrysostom's view of prayer as a powerful force capable of overcoming great challenges and bringing blessings. The episode also features a heartfelt segment with JD's father, David Walt, discussing the importance of prayer within the family. They share a moment of gratitude for the numerous letters and cards received from listeners, likening them to prayers in the mail. The episode concludes with a reminder of the transformative power of prayer and the simple act of writing to loved ones in need. JD and David express their appreciation for the support and connection with their audience. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Wake Up Call: Embracing the Day 01:18 Understanding Prayer: Beyond the Basics 09:03 The Power of Prayer: Insights and Reflections 10:47 Journal Prompts: Deepening Your Prayer Life 12:40 The Importance of Prayer 17:32 The Power of Letters and Communication - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us for Unpuzzled ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/unpuzzled-wuc/ And on May 25 we begin All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Join J. D. Walt as he welcomes Luann Riley, a passionate preacher and author, who shares her transformative journey from rebellion to faith. Discover how Luann turned her life's chaos into a compelling ministry, offering practical insights from the Book of James. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual journey and embrace authentic faith. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that challenges you to grow spiritually today. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Find Luann's new book here ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Help us keep this free for everyone! Sponsor a day of the Wake-Up Call at https://www.seedbed.com/springsowing Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

Grace brought the greatest justice through the gravest injustice: the death of Jesus. Peace brought the greatest victory from the gravest loss: the resurrection of Jesus.

Paul shows us the gospel doesn’t advance by strategic plans but by surrendered servants.

Discipleship requires we learn about the full armor of God by putting it on every day.

We are not responsible to defeat Satan. Satan has already lost. Our calling is to put on the full armor of God and then to stand firm.

What if that’s the way—walking onto the battlefield of the Spirit bearing nothing more or nothing less than the image of God? is the story. Slavery is the fiction.

Freedom in Christ is the story. Slavery is the fiction.

We can’t become perfect parents, but we can become parents of extraordinary grace.

Christian marriage serves as a type of everyday temple where Christ reveals himself through the sacrificial love of husband and wife.

The fruit of surrender is splendor.

The Word of God reveals a model of power that centers around the surrender of control and the reversal of hierarchy.

Human beings, created in the image of God, are made to be inhabited by the Holy Spirit.

What if we are all asleep?

This is not about broken rules but broken people, not condemning labels but creative love.

Sexual sin is sin of another order because of the way it breaks down and fragments our core identity and does damage to the image of God in us.

As image-bearers of the triune God, we are meant to live this graced pattern of life together for the sake of each other and the world.

The effectiveness of our mission to the world is in direct proportion to the quality of our relationships with each other.

We grieve the Holy Spirit when we deny the power of God in our everyday lives.

With our words we can bless or curse, build up or tear down, berate or benefit.

To be created in the image of God means many things, but perhaps the most surprising thing it means is to be vulnerable.

In this episode, Dan Wilt and J. D. engage in a profound conversation about spiritual formation and the power of the Holy Spirit. They explore the history and impact of the Vineyard Movement, emphasizing the importance of living out one's faith actively rather than passively. Through personal stories and reflections, they discuss the transformative power of Jesus in everyday life, encouraging listeners to take risks in faith and partner with God in their daily interactions. The episode is a call to action for believers to awaken to their spiritual potential and engage in a life of love and service. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Join us starting May 25 for All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Wake-Up Call is funded by generous givers like you at https://sowextravagantly.com/ Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

This most essential process of transformation, of becoming a human being who lives and loves like God lives and loves, will not happen apart from other people.

A martyr, in the New Testament sense, is not someone who is going to die for Jesus but someone who has already died with him—and been raised from the dead!

We must learn to take off our masks and meet one another in our places of weakness rather than our strength

We need these gifts in order for the body of Christ to be built up in order for the love of God to be manifest through the people of God that the world may come to know Jesus.

There is no pattern of the cross apart from the person of Jesus. It’s why we follow him.

In the end it won’t matter what church you were a part of. Only one thing will matter: Are you part of the one body?

The one category to which all the followers of Jesus belong is the category of the called.

The Spirit works directly and humanly, yet supernaturally, through men and women.

The pure and powerful essence and nature of God is love.

Faith is the Holy Spirit–infused realm of human activity by which the awakening movement of divine grace moves in the world.

The gospel is not information and cogitation. It is revelation and transformation.

Have you considered what might be the stewardship of God’s grace given to you for others?

The mission of the gospel will be accomplished in and through our relationships, or not at all.

The secret to peace is found here: in his own body on the cross.

Jesus, we want you to be more of the centerpiece of our lives.

Grace is the infectious, transforming embrace of God.

For this special bonus episode, we're bringing J. D.'s opening talk at our recent Pastor's Retreat. We hope you enjoy J. D.'s reflection on Jesus' invitation to "Come with me, by yourselves, to a quiet place, and get some rest."

All we must do is say yes to Jesus with our lives. He has done everything else.

We tend to live at the level of our behaviors, which are themselves symptomatic of a deeper problem. Sinful behavior is a symptom. Our sinful nature is the problem.

This is the way of holy discontent. It is a willingness to question and doubt everything but the Word of God.

Followers of Jesus, you are seekers of the first order, whose appetite is not satisfied by discovery but deepened.

We need not confront the sick with scorn. We only need to present them with the cure, backed up, of course, by the evidence of its working in our own lives.

God has a plan, but it’s not for my life. The plan is his kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.

We will discover our blessedness to the degree we face our brokenness.

Because I belong to Jesus, all that belongs to Jesus belongs to me.

Real Christianity is about belonging exclusively and entirely to Jesus—simply, totally, gloriously.

 We do not live our lives for God. We live our lives from God. We do not work for Jesus. We work from Jesus.

Faith is not believing the right things about Jesus. Faith is believing Jesus.

How deep is my desire for Jesus?

And what does the change look like? It looks like the movement from darkness to light, from death to life, and from chaos to new creation

We must first receive the love of Jesus, which is to receive Jesus and all he is.

We plant the seed and we harvest the crop, but the journey from seed to seeds is the work and will of God.

What if change happens not by resolve but by repentance?

And I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.

“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

Jesus knows the issue is at the level of our will. He wants access to our volition.

Do I really want to change?

If Jesus is agape love and Jesus is in me, I am agape love.

Love is the measure.

Our job is to plant the seed of God’s Word in our lives—every single day.

Transformation continues, is carried forward, and completed by Jesus.

Whoever has ears, let them hear.

Could it be that we fundamentally misunderstand the whole process and dynamic of transformation?

Our physical bodies grow by inches. The Bible indicates our souls grow by degrees

Save us from the trap of becoming negative about ourselves and lead us into the solution of becoming super positive about you.

In this episode, J.D. sits with Wake-Up Call director/producer Nick Perreault to go behind-the-scenes and delve into the history of the Wake-Up Call. They discuss how a simple idea—reading the Bible together every day—evolved into a global movement uniting diverse communities. Explore the roots of the Moravian Daily Text, the influence of Count Zinzendorf, and the evolution of the Wake-Up Call from daily readings to comprehensive guides for personal and communal revival. This episode inspires listeners to embrace daily encounters with Jesus, fostering a revolution of renewal across generations. P. S. You can find the brand new Wake-Up Call workbook for our upcoming series "Unpuzzled" (starting April 16) at the Seedbed store here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/unpuzzled-wuc/

Am I growing?

There is nothing quite so powerful as a well-asked question.

Lord Jesus, we praise you because we are fearfully and wonderfully made.

The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.

I am an unbelievable, inconceivable, unrepeatable miracle of God!

With you I am well pleased: And I’m proud of you.

In this episode, Brenna Bullock (Bristol House, Woodlands Methodist Church) delves into the power of worship, exploring how ancient hymns and new songs bridge centuries to renew the soul and deepen faith. Through her personal journey, including a pivotal hospital stay and a deep dive into Wesleyan theology, Brenna reveals how singing hymns is more than tradition—it's a spiritual act that connects us to the divine. She shares insights on weaving old and new in worship, emphasizing the sacred materiality of communion and the role of melodies in shaping our spiritual lives. This episode invites pastors, worship leaders, and believers to experience worship as an act of divine participation, offering a fresh perspective on the legacy of faith through music. You can hear the latest Bristol House album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4f2Qm9t57W09PEVT6vU9tJ?si=a-GY0F12QsC6Wdo93LgGuw

Righteousness does not come from following the rules but from coming to know the Ruler.

Fasting is a way of bringing to the surface the broken attachments of our deep identity so that we might be healed.

We must change our relationship with the one necessary thing: our proximity to Jesus.

Our deep inner rumblings of holy discontent are the birth pangs of consecration that lead to transformation.

Get away with me and you’ll recover your life.

Martha wanted Jesus to come to her home. Mary wanted Jesus.

Consecration is a way of showing up before God that says simply and humbly, “I’m here and I’m yours.”

Transformation is not a good person becoming a better person. It’s a dead person becoming a truly alive person.

Lent is the journey of transformation, of reversal even, in which we are turned from ashes into fire.

On the Mount of Transfiguration, Jesus unveils and reveals to us what we are meant to become—ordinary human beings invested and infused with the transcendent presence of God.

Holy discontent is the sense of having a splinter in your soul.

“This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!”

To know you is to love you, and to love you is to know you more.

You will need to shift out of the gear of striving and into the gear of surrender—less taking on and more letting go.

In this episode, JD and guest Mark McGovern delve into the themes of prayer and spiritual awakening, centered around Mark's new book, "The Shining One." The conversation explores Mark's journey from his roots in the Midwest to his current role in San Francisco, where he leads a church and a prayer movement called "Pray the Bay." They discuss the transformative power of prayer, the importance of consecration, and the Beatitudes as a framework for spiritual growth. Mark shares personal stories of revival and the impact of prayer on his community, emphasizing the need for a prayerful life that aligns with Jesus' teachings. The episode concludes with a prayer for the book's success and its potential to inspire a spiritual awakening in the Bay Area and beyond.

The goal is not to amass knowledge about something. The goal is to grow in knowing someone—namely, Jesus.

A person can learn all the answers to all the questions and still fail the test.

“Who do you say I am?”

We must deal with the condition of our fallenness rather than endlessly try to mitigate our failures.

The Word of God needs no comment.

To bear the image of your Creator means when other people see you, they see your Creator.

Believe doesn’t mean just accept it. Believe means lean in with your whole weight.

We must pull the fire alarm in here. Awakening starts with me.

Lent is an invitation to break the predictable pace of another trip around the sun and to get in step with the movement of the story of Jesus.

If there is no way to be forgiven, then there is no hope!

Those who trust in the Son are joined to him, raised from the dead, and live in the presence and power of the Holy Spirit.

Sinful humanity cannot exist in the presence of God. But God does not give up on his desire to share his divine eternal life with his human creatures.

There is something spiritually sweet about prayer. It pleases the Lord and makes the world pleasant and aromatic.

What might at first seem like the most boring part of the Bible is in fact one of the best parts—human sin doesn't ultimately stop the purposes of God!

You are what you love.

In this episode, John Thompson, senior pastor of Sanctus Church in Toronto, shares insights on empowering churches and individuals through the integration of spiritual gifts, disciplines, and divine encounters. He explains how Jesus' ministry, rooted in the Spirit's power and spiritual disciplines, serves as a model for believers today. The discussion focuses on the concept of convergence, where spiritual gifts and disciplines intersect to create effective ministry and personal transformation. Listeners will gain practical tools to identify and activate their spiritual gifts, enhancing both personal faith and church growth in a meaningful way. Register for the upcoming New Room Gathering with Jon: https://www.seedbed.com/newroomgathering Watch Jon's sermon series on the Gifts of the Spirit from Sanctus Church's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@SanctusChurch

A true leader stands in the gap for his or her people.

This is what it means to be a disciple of Jesus—to live your life as if Jesus were living it.

Pastors are shepherds of people, and the stakes are as high as possible—life and death.

Although we no longer worship in the exact same way as did the Israelites in the wilderness, nevertheless intercession is still a part of Christian worship

Are you prepared?

The solution to both discouragement and confusion is to spend time with the Lord. 

God is instructing the people of Israel that all people are valuable to him, even the poor and weak.

In this episode, Dr. Rickie Moore delves into the transformative power of spiritual parenting, revealing how it can turn hearts and change lives across generations. Rooted in biblical teachings, the discussion highlights the promise of God to turn hearts before the great and dreadful day. Through personal stories and practical insights, Rickie shares how spiritual parenting extends beyond traditional roles, inviting anyone willing to disciple, bless, and love to participate in this divine calling. The episode emphasizes the importance of prayer, blessing, and storytelling in nurturing faith and hope, while also addressing the cultural and generational challenges that demand a fresh, faith-based approach to healing and renewal. Whether you're a parent, mentor, or leader, this conversation empowers you to embrace your role as a spiritual parent and engage in God's work of intergenerational revival. Find Rickie's new book "Turning Hearts" here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/turning-hearts-the-promise-and-practice-of-spiritual-parenting/

To worship the created rather than the Creator is idolatry and will always lead to spiritual slavery.

A contract is a short-term agreement, but a covenant is a lifelong, binding promise.

Though candy is super yummy and sweet, thank you for being sweeter.

The point is that just as the Lord provided for the Israelites, so does he provide for us today.

Your courage gives others the ability to believe the impossible because it comes not from a projected strength but from the deep wisdom of an embraced weakness.

When the holy and fearful love of God is our center of gravity, we will think a lot less about money. We will grow in the gift of contentment. You can purchase J. D.'s new book "Jesus Asking" here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/jesus-asking/ Churches can purchase the "Jesus Asking" Church Kit here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/jesus-asking/

In the end, wisdom teaches us life does not consist in our connections to people but in our connection to God.

In this episode, J. D. Walt and Ryan Barnett engage in a heartfelt conversation about their shared journey in faith and ministry. They explore the profound impact of Methodism, emphasizing its distinct identity and the importance of grace in the Christian life. Ryan shares his experiences in the Global Methodist Church and the development of a new resource, "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist," aimed at revitalizing the church's foundational beliefs. The discussion highlights the significance of returning to core values and the role of the local church in spreading the message of salvation and grace. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, J. D. and Ryan call us to embrace their faith with renewed vigor and commitment. You can find Ryan's book "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist" HERE: https://my.seedbed.com/product/profoundly-christian-distinctly-methodist/ Or the student version: https://my.seedbed.com/product/profoundly-christian-distinctly-methodist-for-students/

Far from a feeling word, renunciation is an act of the will.

A real friend fragrances your life.

Humility is not thinking less of yourself. Humility is thinking less about oneself.

Evil cannot be overcome by evil. Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Hate cannot defeat hate.

How is your life being built like a home whose rooms are furnished with wisdom and knowledge and treasure?

Our chief calling and highest ambition is to apply ourselves to understanding and appropriating and creatively enacting the meaning of these five words: "As I have loved you."

Humility is the deeply human disposition of a person who has come to know and embrace their deepest worth.

In this Wake-Up Call Conversation, host JD Walt engages in a heartfelt conversation with Rich Wilson, focusing on the importance of spiritual parenting and the role of local churches in supporting college students. Rich shares his journey of working with the collegiate generation for over 27 years, emphasizing the significance of seizing opportunities and trusting in divine purpose. They speak on the high and low moments of life as we pass through good and hard seasons, and how God meets us in thost moments. The discussion highlights the transformative power of intergenerational relationships, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique callings and contribute to the spiritual growth of younger generations. The episode also touches on Rich's upcoming book, "A Call Less Ordinary," which explores the concept of calling through life's seasons. Rich's book "A Call Less Ordinary": https://my.seedbed.com/product/a-call-less-ordinary/ Fusion USA: https://www.fusionusa.org/

We put so much stock and confidence in horsepower, while Scripture is clear that horsepower will never get it done.

Grace me to be a better friend to others—to listen deeply, to take the time to see into them, and to call forth their deepest and truest self.

Poverty is a diabolical reality, and to the extent we judge the poor for their poverty we perpetuate the cycle.

In the final analysis there are only two choices: humility or humiliation. Wisdom chooses while there's still time.

The meaning of life is learning to love like God loves, with creative power. The process is refinement.

We don’t put our trust in our plans. Nor do we trust that our plans are God’s will. We trust God.

Gentleness does not mean softness. It is probably more clearly seen in the way one expresses firmness.

Wisdom is the everyday expression of skillful love

There is no such thing as easy money.

The peace of God transcends. It actually breaks through the hard shell of anxiety and creates an alternative environment in our inner world.

Trust simply cannot be built on betrayal.

Our words may be the greatest power we possess.

The houses of our lives will not be built on the pillars and pilings of wisdom unless our days are built on them.

Wisdom begins with listening.

In this engaging conversation, J.D. Walt and Dan Wilt explore the profound themes of Lent and spiritual transformation through the lens of J.D.'s upcoming book, "Jesus Asking." They discuss the significance of Lent as a journey of questions rather than answers, emphasizing the importance of moving from self-improvement to transformation by embracing the questions Jesus poses. The dialogue delves into the concept of the Christian calendar as a linear, movemental journey, highlighting the cyclical nature of spiritual growth and the role of community in fostering relational wholeness. They reflect on the transformative power of questions, the journey through Lent, and the communal aspect of faith, encouraging listeners to engage deeply with the spiritual journey and the questions that lead to personal and communal transformation. J. D.'s new book "Jesus Asking": https://my.seedbed.com/product/jesus-asking/ The "Jesus Asking" Church Kit: https://my.seedbed.com/product/jesus-asking/

As we read our way into the Word, the Spirit will lead our path into the world. 

Wisdom fashions an everyday world shaped by the Word of God.

To be wise is to recognize the close presence of the Lord and to live life in a way that honors him. 

Whatever captures our focused attention captures us.

Resolve to be all-in today. Abandon yourself to God in trust and submission.

The Bible concerns itself far more with who God wants us to become rather than what we need to know or do.

Bringing this character trait of humility to a very practical outworking, the core requirement for becoming a wise person is teachability.

The awakened life moves. It speaks. It bears witness.

Fear often interprets silence as absence. But Jesus’s calm is not indifference. It is authority at rest.

Fear often interprets silence as absence. But Jesus’s calm is not indifference. It is authority at rest.

Mercy does not shame us awake. Mercy calls us awake.

But Jesus offers something different. Living water. Not a temporary fix, but a spring within.

Desire is not weakness. Desire is often the birthplace of faith.

While Christmas is a profound celebration for those who know and love Jesus, it is even more important for those who don’t.

We aren’t just saved from something but saved for something: to become more like Jesus.

His love unquestionably comes first. Our love is always in response to His.

The kingdom of God presents a different metric of success: love.

There may be multiple right decisions, but a decision made in love is always the best.

The commands of Jesus are commandments of love.

True love, as God demonstrates it, is not self-seeking; it willingly lays down personal comfort, preference, and privilege for the good of another.

God’s glory isn’t tied to any specific form or experience. His glory is in His presence.

In this episode of "Wake Up Call Conversations," JD Walt engages in a heartfelt conversation with Tara Beth Leach, a pastor and author, about her book "The Great Morning Revolution: Daily Spiritual Practices for Meaningful Moments with God." Tara Beth shares her personal journey through a challenging period marked by family health crises and financial struggles, which led her to a spiritual awakening. She describes how setting a morning routine of gratitude, reflection, exaltation, asking, and trusting transformed her life, providing a framework for others seeking spiritual renewal. The discussion highlights the importance of beginning each day with intention and the profound impact of dedicating the first moments of the morning to spiritual practices. JD and Tara Beth also reflect on the significance of early morning prayer, drawing inspiration from biblical examples and personal experiences. You can purchase Tara Beth's new book "The Great Morning Revolution" here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/the-great-morning-revolution-daily-spiritual-practices-for-meaningful-moments-with-god/

In brokenness and need is when the joy of salvation is realized.

Fixing our eyes on Jesus makes joy available to us, even in weariness, discouragement, or suffering, which seek to eclipse the joy we have before us.

This is the scope of God’s redemptive work: Nothing will be left untouched by it.

Through the power of the Spirit, we can affirm and encourage one another in faith, knowing that God’s promises are always best enjoyed together.