Living Words

Beyond Gender: The Complete Nature of Elohim Revealed

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346392/fan_mail/new] What if our understanding of God has been missing a crucial dimension? In this candid exploration of my new devotional project "28 Days to Revival," I open up about a perspective that might challenge traditional thinking but remains deeply rooted in scripture. The Hebrew scriptures present the Holy Spirit—Ruach HaKodosh—using feminine language, portraying a nurturing, motherly aspect of God's character that complements the more familiar masculine attributes. This isn't about imposing modern gender concepts onto the divine, but rather recovering the full biblical picture that has always been there. The Spirit hovers over creation "like an eagle over her brood," serves as the "Ezer" (helper) to Messiah just as Eve was to Adam, and prepares us—the bride—for our ultimate covenant relationship. This perspective offers profound healing, especially for those whose concept of God has been damaged by negative experiences with earthly parents. By recognizing both the strength and tenderness of our Creator, we experience a more complete relationship with the divine. Since humanity—both male and female—was created in God's image, both masculine and feminine qualities reflect aspects of divine character. Through daily meditation on scripture and personal divine encounters structured in this devotional, we can discover a revival that isn't just emotional fervor but a transformed understanding of who God is and how we relate to Him in every moment of our lives. Have you considered how your concept of God might change if you embraced both the Father's strength and the Spirit's nurturing presence? Take this journey with me through "28 Days to Revival" and discover the fullness of God's nature as revealed in scripture.

Prayers Rising Like Incense: Worship as a Living Sacrifice

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346392/fan_mail/new] A sacred breath. An inhale of divine life. An exhale of worship. This profound rhythm forms the heartbeat of authentic covenant relationship with our Creator. Discover how the simple act of breathing becomes a holy exchange when viewed through the lens of covenant. Your prayers and worship rise like golden incense before the sapphire throne of heaven, joining the vast multitude clothed in white whose offerings transcend time and space. When you draw in the fragrance of worship and release it back to God, you participate in something far greater than a religious ritual—you enter the very covenant exchange established with Abraham and sealed in Messiah's blood. The Ten Words, once engraved on stone tablets, now find their home written on human hearts through the Spirit. They stand as eternal vows of the Bridegroom to His bride, not burdensome commands but promises spoken in love. This devotional journey illuminates the critical distinction between the Book of the Covenant and the Book of the Law, revealing what remains primary and what has been fulfilled in Yeshua. True Sabbath observance emerges not as restriction but as profound liberty—a day set apart not for religious performance but for divine communion. Learn what it means to speak words of "gold and silver" rather than "wood, hay and stubble," understanding that every word uttered rises before the throne of Yahweh. The same power that raised Messiah from death now dwells within you, empowering you to move in the rhythm of covenant love. What would change if you approached your next breath as a sacred exchange? How might your understanding of worship transform if you saw it as participation in heaven's reality? Join this intimate exploration of breath, covenant, and presence—where earth and heaven meet in the simple holiness of prayer.

The Ten Words: Rediscovering Covenant Rest in a Chaotic World

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346392/fan_mail/new] Sacred rhythms anchor us in a chaotic world, and none is more powerful than the ancient practice of Sabbath. Looking beyond religious obligation to the heart of divine appointment, this episode explores how entering God's rest transforms our spiritual journey. Starting with Isaiah 30:15, we discover that "in quietness and confidence shall be your strength" - a powerful antidote to our culture's obsession with productivity. The Sabbath isn't about following rules but accepting an invitation to commune with the Creator who promises to meet us there. When sunset arrives, we're called to release our identity from what we do to who we are in relationship with the divine. At the core of this practice lies the Ten Words - not merely commandments but wedding vows establishing covenant between us and God. These principles, beginning with the Shema and flowing through honoring parents, preserving life, maintaining covenant faithfulness, practicing honesty, and rejecting comparison, become the foundation for meaningful Sabbath experience. By meditating on these truths, we clear away the "thorns and thistles" that typically cloud our spiritual awareness. The transformation happens when we stop trying to contain God in human understanding and instead surrender to true rest. This isn't just physical relaxation but spiritual renewal that enables us to carry his name and character into the world. Whether you've practiced Sabbath for decades or are curious about this ancient rhythm, this episode offers fresh insight into finding peace in divine presence. Ready to experience true rest? Listen now and discover how stepping out of busyness for 24 hours might be the spiritual breakthrough you've been seeking.

The Three Covenants of Promise: Abraham, Sinai (Before the Breach), and the New Covenant

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346392/fan_mail/new] Have you ever been awakened in the early hours with an undeniable sense of divine urgency? That's exactly what happened to Charles this morning, leading him to articulate the foundational beliefs that guide his teaching and biblical research. Charles takes us on a fascinating journey through what he calls "the covenants of promise" - a divine three-movement composition flowing from Abraham through Sinai to the New Covenant. With remarkable clarity, he reveals the consistent pattern embedded in each covenant: God's proposal, human acceptance, blood ratification, and a confirming meal in divine presence. It's essentially a wedding ceremony woven throughout salvation history! We're treated to vivid biblical scenes - from Abraham's deep sleep as God alone passes between sacrificial pieces (promising to fulfill both sides of the covenant) to the elders of Israel dining with God on heaven's sapphire floor after the Sinai covenant. Charles draws connecting lines to Yeshua's Last Supper declaration and looks forward to the ultimate covenant fulfillment at the wedding feast of the Lamb. Perhaps most provocatively, Charles makes a compelling case for Wednesday crucifixion based on Yeshua's own authentication sign - three full days and nights in the earth. This perspective challenges traditional timelines while restoring biblical accuracy and removing pagan influences that have clouded our understanding of Messiah's sacrifice and resurrection. Whether you're a seasoned Torah student or simply curious about deeper biblical patterns, this episode offers fresh insights into how covenant understanding illuminates our identity as God's children, heirs, servants, and collectively His bride. Visit tenwordspress.com to explore more resources, including Charles' books available with personalized inscriptions.

Transforming the Ten Words Press Podcast: A New Direction for Spiritual Teaching

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346392/fan_mail/new] Living Words Podcast – Resetting the Vision Charles Vance introduces the heart behind the Living Words Podcast as a companion to Ten Words Press. Sharing his calling as a Melchizedek priest, he explains the mission to teach the Ten Words, covenant, and priesthood through devotionals, studies, and Spirit-led teaching. In this episode, Charles reflects on the podcast’s beginnings, its renewed purpose, and the focus on transformation over information. He invites listeners to engage with the studies, explore signed books at Ten Words Press, and join in walking out the covenant breath of life.