Sep 3, 2024
In this episode of the Radio Coffee House, Clint Armitage takes
us to a certified organic fruit farm in Bonsall, California, to
explore the profound concepts of living, laughing, and loving
forever through the lens of faith. Join Clint as he delves into how
these timeless principles can be transformed when viewed through
the eternal perspective provided by God's word.
Clint begins by discussing the popular phrase "Live, Laugh, Love,"
and reframes it within a spiritual context. He introduces the
Hebrew word "tamid" to illustrate God's perpetual love, linking it
to the sacrificial practices in the temple and ultimately to Jesus
Christ's final sacrifice. This powerful analogy emphasizes that
God's love is continuous and eternal, offering a foundation for
believers to live from a place of victory rather than striving for
it.
Moving on to the concept of "forever live," Clint draws from Daniel
2:20-21 and other scriptures to highlight God's sovereignty over
the seasons of life. He reassures listeners that God is in control,
even when circumstances seem dire, and encourages them to seek God
first in all things. Through the example of Paul's endurance and
faith, Clint underscores the importance of living with an eternal
perspective, focusing on others, and walking in the Spirit.
Finally, Clint explores "forever laugh" by sharing a personal
anecdote and reflecting on the importance of maintaining joy and
laughter even during tough times. He references Colossians 3:2 and
the life of Helen Keller to demonstrate how perspective can
transform our experiences. By focusing on things above and trusting
in God's plan, believers can find joy and laughter amidst trials
and tribulations.
Tune in to this episode of the Radio Coffee House to discover how
to live, laugh, and love forever through faith in God. Learn how to
embrace God's perpetual love, live with an eternal perspective, and
find joy in every circumstance.
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00:20 - Clint Armitage is at an organic fruit farm in
California
02:25 - The word tamid means to live your life with love and
laughter
05:24 - Daniel 2:20-21 says God is in complete control. He deposes
and raises kings
06:45 - Trust the Lord in everything is super, super hard when the
seasons come up
09:01 - Look to Paul when it comes to struggle and suffering during
these tough seasons in life
16:21 - A man was giving a testimony about his life and his wife
left him
22:49 - Clint Armitage: You know, God loves you. You know, God is
the giver of joy
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🗣️ Quotes from Clint Armitage
"God's love is super overwhelming. It's so complete, it's so
perpetual that the power of sin and death was forever destroyed
because of what Jesus did."
"Seasons of life are just as necessary for people as they are for
nature. Without the seasons, things don't really grow right."
"Perspective can transform our experiences. By focusing on things
above and trusting in God's plan, we can find joy and laughter
amidst trials."