{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Eagles Nest Church Podcast","title":"When Yes Costs You","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/784d48fe\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2504,"description":"When we say yes to God, it often comes with a cost, but the rewards far outweigh the sacrifices. Pastor Lee Jenkins explores the story of Joseph in Matthew 1:18–25, showing how Joseph’s obedience cost him his reputation, his personal plans, and his position, yet brought him into God's eternal plan. Through personal stories and biblical insights, listeners are challenged to consider what God is asking them to say yes to today.\nVerses:\n\nMatthew 1:18–25, Isaiah 7:14, Deuteronomy 22, Romans 10:9\nKey Points/Topics Covered:\nThe Cost of Saying Yes to God\nJoseph's Reputation, Plans, and Position\nTrusting God's Eternal Plans Over Temporary Ones\nLeadership Requires Sacrifice\nResponding to God's Call with Obedience\n\nTime Stamps:\n\n00:00 - Welcome and Introduction\n02:30 - Overview of the Christmas Series: A Gift for All\n05:00 - The Power and Cost of Saying Yes\n08:15 - Prayer and Scripture Reading from Matthew 1\n12:00 - Joseph’s Dilemma and the Cost of Reputation\n20:30 - God’s Plan Versus Our Plans\n28:45 - Leadership and the Cost of Position\n35:00 - Personal Story: Dream About God's Calling\n42:00 - Final Challenge: What is God Asking You to Say Yes To?\n48:00 - Prayer of Salvation and Closing Remarks\nMain Takeaways:\n\n- Saying yes to God may cost you your reputation, plans, and comfort, but it leads to eternal rewards.\n- God's plans are always greater and more impactful than our personal ambitions.\n- True leadership in God's kingdom requires humility, sacrifice, and obedience.\nCall to Action:\n\nSubscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone who needs encouragement, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org for more resources. Join us in person if you're in the Atlanta area for worship on Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/MJJHtoFbvAamTGKnCFnUxTHHjiwEBi-4pDPOl4Vp_n4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iZWRi/NTUxMmY0NmYwOGEx/MDFlMGIyOTQ5YjFk/OWRhMS5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}