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Fastened Like Nails Lamplighter Ministries
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The mission of Lamplighter Ministries is “to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christ-like character one story at a time.” The mission of this ministry is deeply rooted in the truths found in Malachi 4:6 and Luke 1:17. The gospel writer Luke quotes from Malachi 4:6 in his first chapter. His handling of the text is peculiar because he leaves out part of the quote and adds a sentence that changes the entire meaning of Malachi’s text. In Malachi we read: “To turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” In Luke we read: “To turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” The first part of this verse is identical in both passages. The second part, “turning the hearts of the children to their fathers” is similar to “turning the disobedient to the wisdom of the just.” It appears that Luke is emphasizing that children’s hearts (the disobedient) will turn to their fathers, if their fathers’ hearts become righteous and worthy. The last part of the verse in Malachi, “lest I come and smite the earth with a curse,” has been deleted and new text has been added, thus changing the meaning. Generally, the New Testament writers will change an Old Testament text to help clarify the intended meaning, but here Luke changes the meaning of the text entirely. Whereas the Old Testament closes out with the word “curse” and a strict warning, the New Testament closes out with hope and an emphasis on grace—“the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all, Amen.” By Divine design the Old Testament closes in “curse” and the New Testament closes with “grace.” When Luke the physician quotes Malachi 4:6 and removes the curse, I believe he was adding that which is at the heart of Christian discipleship—“making ready a people prepared for the Lord.”
As I studied Luke’s addition, I realized that the words “make ready” and “prepared” are the very essence of our mission. The word “ready,” in Greek, hetoimaz het-oy-mad’-zo, means to prepare, provide, construct, create, or make ready through internal fitness. The word “prepared,” in Greek, kataskeuaz, kat-ask-yoo-ad’-zo, means to build, make, ordain, or prepare thoroughly and properly by external equipment. Lamplighter Ministries has a two-fold focus: preparing people to serve the Lord through internal character development and external career preparation. The words “ready” and “prepared” form the foundation for our mission at Lamplighter. We are building Christ-like character internally through inspiring and godly role models, and motivating individuals to live a life of excellence through external opportunities that cultivate their God-given abilities into the highest level of skill and excellence.
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Finding Fulfillment in Work and Life Feat. Pastor Colin Smith
Step back in time for a classic podcast Feat. Pastor Colin Smith! Learn what it means to nurture the garden of life and find meaningful work that is pleasing to God, and brings fulfillment to you.
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Original Release date:
24 May 2021 -
One Man Revival Feat. Jake Phillips
Welcome back to Fastened Like Nails! Today we are excited to welcome to the microphone Lamplighter Theatre actor (and poet enthusiast), Jake Phillips. Die-hard fans may recognize the
southern drawl of today’s guest from “The Hidden Hand” and “My Golden Ship." Listen in to the powerful “one-man-revival” of Jake Phillips as well as behind-the-scenes action on our newest audio drama, “Tip Lewis and His Lamp."
“Oh, magnify the Lord with me, And let us exalt His name together.” Psalm 34:3 -
The Warrior Poet Way Feat. John Lovell - Part 2
“A man is made and forged through suffering…and if you don't suffer enough and suffer well, you will be something less than a man.” ~ John Lovell
Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo are joined by founder and CEO of the Warrior Poet Society, John Lovell. Self-proclaimed party animal and "man’s man," John was living his own way when God radically invaded his life and completely wrecked him on his “best and worst day of all time.”
John now uses his gifts to encourage men everywhere to rise to higher levels of heroic masculinity. He shares a little piece of his story on part two of "The Warrior Poet Way".
Featured Book: Sir Knight of the Splendid Way
Did you know that John and Rebekah Lovell are huge Lamplighter fans? Hear about John’s favorite book and how Sir Knight of the Splendid Way has provided unique discipleship opportunities throughout the years. -
The Warrior Poet Way Feat. John Lovell - Part 1
“A man is made and forged through suffering…and if you don't suffer enough and suffer well, you will be something less than a man.” ~ John Lovell
Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo are joined by founder and CEO of the Warrior Poet Society, John Lovell. Self-proclaimed party animal and "man’s man," John was living his own way when God radically invaded his life and completely wrecked him on his “best and worst day of all time.”
John now uses his gifts to encourage men everywhere to rise to higher levels of heroic masculinity. He shares a little piece of his story on today’s episode of Fastened Like Nails.
Featured Book: Sir Knight of the Splendid Way
Did you know that John and Rebekah Lovell are huge Lamplighter fans? Hear about John’s favorite book and how Sir Knight of the Splendid Way has provided unique discipleship opportunities throughout the years. -
Picture Perfect Life with Mandy Pallock - Part 2
Do you ever wish you could have the picture-perfect life?
On today’s podcast, author, journalist, and photographer Mandy Pallock is here to answer that very question. Join Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host Molly Mayo for part two of "Picture Perfect Life with Mandy Pallock". -
Picture Perfect Life with Mandy Pallock - Part 1
Do you ever wish you could have the picture-perfect life?
On today’s podcast, author, journalist, and photographer Mandy Pallock is here to answer that very question. Join Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host Molly Mayo for a podcast interview you won’t soon forget.
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