Episode Title: Moving From "With" God to "In" ChristEpisode DescriptionJoin hosts Shelley and June as they explore the profound depth of our relationship with God. Throughout history, God has promised to be with His people—from guiding Moses out of Egypt to Jesus promising to be with us until the end of the age. But is there an even deeper level of intimacy available to us?In this episode, we dive into the transformative shift from simply walking with God to truly living in Christ. Discover how being "in Him" completely rewrites your identity, erases your past, and makes you an entirely new creation.Scriptures Mentioned in This Episode
The Promise of Immanuel:Isaiah 7:14
God’s Promise to Moses: Exodus 3:12
The Great Commission Presence: Matthew 28:20
Living for Him:2 Corinthians 5:15
A New Creation: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Episode Title: Moving From "With" God to "In" Christ<strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">Episode DescriptionJoin hosts Shelley and June as they explore the profound depth of our relationship with God. Throughout history, God has promised to be <em data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">with His people&mdash;from guiding Moses out of Egypt to Jesus promising to be with us until the end of the age. But is there an even deeper level of intimacy available to us?In this episode, we dive into the transformative shift from simply walking <em data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">with God to truly living <em data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">in Christ. Discover how being "in Him" completely rewrites your identity, erases your past, and makes you an entirely new creation.<strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">Scriptures Mentioned in This Episode
<ul data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-ved="2ahUKEwja6sTDicaVAxVcI0QIHYTUK9wQ-7AUegYIAAgHEAA" data-hveid="CAAIBxAA" data-processed="true" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">
<li data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAAIBxAB" data-complete="true" data-sae="" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);"><strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">The Promise of Immanuel: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+7%3A14&amp;version=ESV" data-ved="2ahUKEwja6sTDicaVAxVcI0QIHYTUK9wQy_kOegYIAAgHEAI" data-hveid="CAAIBxAC" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: underline 1px rgb(21, 88, 214); border-bottom: 0px rgb(21, 88, 214);">Isaiah 7:14</a></li>
<li data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAAIBxAD" data-complete="true" data-sae="" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);"><strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">God&rsquo;s Promise to Moses: Exodus 3:12</li>
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<li data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAAIBxAF" data-sae="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);"><strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">Living for Him: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Corinthians+5%3A17&amp;version=ESV" data-ved="2ahUKEwja6sTDicaVAxVcI0QIHYTUK9wQy_kOegYIAAgHEAY" data-hveid="CAAIBxAG" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: underline 1px rgb(21, 88, 214); border-bottom: 0px rgb(21, 88, 214);">2 Corinthians 5:15</a></li>
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Shelly and June Volk are Jewish believers. Shelly has served the body of Christ as a Pastor for over 35 years. He is a bible teacher and conference speaker on the subjects of The Kingdom of God, The Mystery of Israel & The Church and for God’s people to be prepared in their hearts for the end of this age.   

June is a bible teacher and conference speaker who is the author of 3 books: 

The God Who Answers By Fire; A Jewish Saga (2009)   

Drinking from the Wells of Salvation with Study Guide (2014)

The Secret Place – 31 Day Devotional (2019)

Shelly and June have been on radio for over 33 years.

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For Zion’s Sake Podcast

For Zion’s Sake

Immanuel God With Us - Wednesday

Episode Title: Be Anxious for Nothing — Finding Strength and Faith in the Promises of God

Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). In this powerful episode, Shelley and Juni dive deep into the spiritual anatomy of anxiety and worry, exploring how it drains our daily strength and pulls our focus completely away from God.

Pulling wisdom from the original Greek and Hebrew definitions, timeless quotes from faith heroes, and the ultimate template of faith found in the life of Abraham, this episode offers a practical blueprint for turning your anxiety over to the Lord and walking in supernatural peace.

Key Takeaways:


The Definition of Anxiety: In Greek, anxiety literally means "to turn or be drawn away in a different direction." When we focus entirely on our overwhelming circumstances, we inadvertently turn our eyes away from God.


The Weight of Worry: In Hebrew, anxiety translates directly to being "heavy laden" or weighted down. Scripturally, a heart heavy with anxiety is a direct catalyst for situational depression (Proverbs 12:25).


The Danger of Carrying Tomorrow: Reflecting on powerful insights from Charles Spurgeon and Corrie ten Boom, the Volks remind us that worry doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow—it simply empties today of its strength by trying to carry two days' loads at once.


Surrendering the "All": Applying the life-changing perspective of missionary Hudson Taylor: when we completely hand over our plans, families, work, and lives to God, there is simply nothing left for us to fret over.


The Abraham Template: A study of Abram's immediate, unanxious obedience to leave his homeland (Genesis 12:1-4) and his unwavering posture of "hope against hope" regarding God's promise of a child (Romans 4:17-21). Even when human reasoning said it was impossible, he grew strong in faith by cultivating God's faithfulness.

Featured Bible Passages:


Philippians 4:6 — "Be anxious for nothing..."


Proverbs 12:25 — Anxiety in the heart causes depression, but a good word makes it glad.


Psalm 28:2, 6 — Crying out for help and blessing the Lord who hears our supplications.


Psalm 86:6 — Giving ear to prayer and taking heed to the voice of supplication.


Psalm 119:170 — "Let my supplication come before thee; deliver me according to thy word."


1 Peter 5:7 — Casting all your anxiety upon Him because He cares for you.


Psalm 37:3 — Trust in the Lord, do good, dwell in the land, and cultivate faithfulness.


Genesis 12:1-4 — God's unconditional covenant with Abram and his immediate departure.


Genesis 15:1-6 — The promise of a biological heir and Abram's counting of the stars.


Romans 4:17-21 — Believing in hope against hope and growing strong in faith without wavering.

Connect & Support:


Get in Touch: If you have been blessed by this message, have a testimony to share, or would like to send a prayer request, please write to us at: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.


Online Resources: Access previous broadcasts, articles, and ministry updates anytime by visiting our official website at shellyandjunevolk.com.

This program is lovingly sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund. Until next time, may the Lord bless you, keep you, and give you his perfect peace!

Episode Title: Be Anxious for Nothing &mdash; Finding Strength and Faith in the Promises of God
Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). In this powerful episode, Shelley and Juni dive deep into the spiritual anatomy of anxiety and worry, exploring how it drains our daily strength and pulls our focus completely away from God.
Pulling wisdom from the original Greek and Hebrew definitions, timeless quotes from faith heroes, and the ultimate template of faith found in the life of Abraham, this episode offers a practical blueprint for turning your anxiety over to the Lord and walking in supernatural peace.
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Key Takeaways:
<ul data-path-to-node="5">
<li>
The Definition of Anxiety: In Greek, anxiety literally means "to turn or be drawn away in a different direction." When we focus entirely on our overwhelming circumstances, we inadvertently turn our eyes away from God.
</li>
<li>
The Weight of Worry: In Hebrew, anxiety translates directly to being "heavy laden" or weighted down. Scripturally, a heart heavy with anxiety is a direct catalyst for situational depression (<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DProverbs%2B12%253A25%26version%3DNKJV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQowE">Proverbs 12:25</a>).
</li>
<li>
The Danger of Carrying Tomorrow: Reflecting on powerful insights from Charles Spurgeon and Corrie ten Boom, the Volks remind us that worry doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow&mdash;it simply empties today of its strength by trying to carry two days' loads at once.
</li>
<li>
Surrendering the "All": Applying the life-changing perspective of missionary Hudson Taylor: when we completely hand over our plans, families, work, and lives to God, there is simply nothing left for us to fret over.
</li>
<li>
The Abraham Template: A study of Abram's immediate, unanxious obedience to leave his homeland (<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DGenesis%2B12%253A1-4%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQpAE">Genesis 12:1-4</a>) and his unwavering posture of "hope against hope" regarding God's promise of a child (<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DRomans%2B4%253A17-21%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQpQE">Romans 4:17-21</a>). Even when human reasoning said it was impossible, he grew strong in faith by cultivating God's faithfulness.
</li>
</ul>
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Featured Bible Passages:
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPhilippians%2B4%253A6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQpgE">Philippians 4:6</a> &mdash; "Be anxious for nothing..."
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DProverbs%2B12%253A25%26version%3DNKJV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQpwE">Proverbs 12:25</a> &mdash; Anxiety in the heart causes depression, but a good word makes it glad.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B28%253A2%252C6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQqAE">Psalm 28:2, 6</a> &mdash; Crying out for help and blessing the Lord who hears our supplications.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B86%253A6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQqQE">Psalm 86:6</a> &mdash; Giving ear to prayer and taking heed to the voice of supplication.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B119%253A170%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQqgE">Psalm 119:170</a> &mdash; "Let my supplication come before thee; deliver me according to thy word."
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3D1%2BPeter%2B5%253A7%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQqwE">1 Peter 5:7</a> &mdash; Casting all your anxiety upon Him because He cares for you.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B37%253A3%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQrAE">Psalm 37:3</a> &mdash; Trust in the Lord, do good, dwell in the land, and cultivate faithfulness.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DGenesis%2B12%253A1-4%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQrQE">Genesis 12:1-4</a> &mdash; God's unconditional covenant with Abram and his immediate departure.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DGenesis%2B15%253A1-6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQrgE">Genesis 15:1-6</a> &mdash; The promise of a biological heir and Abram's counting of the stars.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DRomans%2B4%253A17-21%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQrwE">Romans 4:17-21</a> &mdash; Believing in hope against hope and growing strong in faith without wavering.
</li>
</ul>
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Connect &amp; Support:
<ul data-path-to-node="11">
<li>
Get in Touch: If you have been blessed by this message, have a testimony to share, or would like to send a prayer request, please write to us at: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.
</li>
<li>
Online Resources: Access previous broadcasts, articles, and ministry updates anytime by visiting our official website at <a href="http://shellyandjunevolk.com" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQsAE">shellyandjunevolk.com</a>.
</li>
</ul>
This program is lovingly sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund. Until next time, may the Lord bless you, keep you, and give you his perfect peace!

Anxiety - Wednesday

Episode Title: Be Anxious for Nothing — Cultivating Faithfulness Through Earnest Prayer

Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). In this episode, Shelley and Juni continue their timely discussion on overcoming anxiety, worry, and the universal stressors that weigh down the human heart.

By looking closely at the biblical definition of anxiety—which in the original Greek means to be "drawn away in another direction"—they explore how unchecked worry pulls our focus off God and causes literal depression. Learn how to transform prayer from a last resort into your first line of defense, cultivating a life of peace and deep trust in God's promises.

Key Takeaways:


The Root of Depression: A powerful look at how anxiety in the heart physically and spiritually weighs a person down, serving as a primary catalyst for situational depression.


Prayer as an Offensive Weapon: Shifting our mindset so that prayer isn't just something we do "when all else fails," but rather our very first line of defense against panic and distress.


What it Means to Cultivate: Understanding that just like growing a physical crop, we must actively cultivate our taste for the Word of God and practice turning our worries over to Him daily.


The Power of Sincere Supplication: Breaking down the deep meaning of "earnest" prayer—realizing that God doesn't just hear our requests, but actively gives heed to our most sincere, heartfelt cries.


The Lost Key Miracle: A lighthearted but profoundly practical testimony from Shelley's own life about losing a copper mailbox key in a bed of brown rocks, and how a quick, fervent prayer brought an immediate answer in under 30 seconds.

Featured Bible Passages:


Philippians 4:6 — "Be anxious for nothing..."


Proverbs 12:25 — How anxiety weighs down the heart and causes depression.


Psalm 37:1-3 — Fret not because of evildoers; trust in the Lord and cultivate faithfulness.


1 Thessalonians 5:17 — Pray without ceasing.


1 Peter 5:7 — Casting all your anxiety upon Him because He cares for you.


James 5:13 — Is anyone among you afflicted? Let him pray.


Psalm 119:170 — Let my supplication come before Thee.


Philippians 4:19 — God supplying all your needs according to His riches.


Hebrews 4:16 — Drawing near with confidence to the throne of grace.


Psalm 28:2, 6 — Blessed be the Lord who hears the voice of our supplications.


Psalm 86:6 — Giving ear and heed to the voice of prayer.

Connect & Support:


Get in Touch: Share your testimonies, submit prayer requests, or contact the ministry by writing to: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.


Online Resources: Learn more about Shelley and Juni's mission by visiting their official website at shellyandjunevolk.com.

This broadcast is proudly sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund. Join us next time, and may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace!

Episode Title: Be Anxious for Nothing &mdash; Cultivating Faithfulness Through Earnest Prayer
Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). In this episode, Shelley and Juni continue their timely discussion on overcoming anxiety, worry, and the universal stressors that weigh down the human heart.
By looking closely at the biblical definition of anxiety&mdash;which in the original Greek means to be "drawn away in another direction"&mdash;they explore how unchecked worry pulls our focus off God and causes literal depression. Learn how to transform prayer from a last resort into your first line of defense, cultivating a life of peace and deep trust in God's promises.
<hr data-path-to-node="3">
Key Takeaways:
<ul data-path-to-node="5">
<li>
The Root of Depression: A powerful look at how anxiety in the heart physically and spiritually weighs a person down, serving as a primary catalyst for situational depression.
</li>
<li>
Prayer as an Offensive Weapon: Shifting our mindset so that prayer isn't just something we do "when all else fails," but rather our very first line of defense against panic and distress.
</li>
<li>
What it Means to Cultivate: Understanding that just like growing a physical crop, we must actively cultivate our taste for the Word of God and practice turning our worries over to Him daily.
</li>
<li>
The Power of Sincere Supplication: Breaking down the deep meaning of "earnest" prayer&mdash;realizing that God doesn't just hear our requests, but actively gives heed to our most sincere, heartfelt cries.
</li>
<li>
The Lost Key Miracle: A lighthearted but profoundly practical testimony from Shelley's own life about losing a copper mailbox key in a bed of brown rocks, and how a quick, fervent prayer brought an immediate answer in under 30 seconds.
</li>
</ul>
<hr data-path-to-node="6">
Featured Bible Passages:
<ul data-path-to-node="8">
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPhilippians%2B4%253A6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQbg">Philippians 4:6</a> &mdash; "Be anxious for nothing..."
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DProverbs%2B12%253A25%26version%3DNKJV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQbw">Proverbs 12:25</a> &mdash; How anxiety weighs down the heart and causes depression.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B37%253A1-3%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQcA">Psalm 37:1-3</a> &mdash; Fret not because of evildoers; trust in the Lord and cultivate faithfulness.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3D1%2BThessalonians%2B5%253A17%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQcQ">1 Thessalonians 5:17</a> &mdash; Pray without ceasing.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3D1%2BPeter%2B5%253A7%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQcg">1 Peter 5:7</a> &mdash; Casting all your anxiety upon Him because He cares for you.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DJames%2B5%253A13%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQcw">James 5:13</a> &mdash; Is anyone among you afflicted? Let him pray.
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B119%253A170%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQdA">Psalm 119:170</a> &mdash; Let my supplication come before Thee.
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPhilippians%2B4%253A19%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQdQ">Philippians 4:19</a> &mdash; God supplying all your needs according to His riches.
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DHebrews%2B4%253A16%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQdg">Hebrews 4:16</a> &mdash; Drawing near with confidence to the throne of grace.
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B28%253A2%252C6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQdw">Psalm 28:2, 6</a> &mdash; Blessed be the Lord who hears the voice of our supplications.
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B86%253A6%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQeA">Psalm 86:6</a> &mdash; Giving ear and heed to the voice of prayer.
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Get in Touch: Share your testimonies, submit prayer requests, or contact the ministry by writing to: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.
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Online Resources: Learn more about Shelley and Juni's mission by visiting their official website at <a href="http://shellyandjunevolk.com" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQeQ">shellyandjunevolk.com</a>.
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This broadcast is proudly sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund. Join us next time, and may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace!

Anxiety - Tuesday

Episode Description: The End of Anxiety — Cultivating True Faith in a Heavy World

Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). As we kick off a new week of broadcasting, we turn our attention to a universal struggle that weighs heavily on the human heart in this day and age: Anxiety, Worry, and Sorrow.

Anxiety is a default human reaction to difficult times, but scripturally, it means to be "drawn in different directions"—pulling us away from our true path. By breaking down the original biblical context and language, Shelley and Juni explore how unchecked worry stalls our spiritual fruitfulness, how anxiety serves as the root cause of deep depression, and why fully surrendering our lives into God's hands is the definitive antidote.

Inside This Episode:


Recognizing a "Bad Day": A humorous look at how we identify a rough start to the day—from stuck car horns on the freeway while following Hell's Angels, to turning our worries over to the One who stays up all night anyway.


The Miracle of the Easter Bells: The powerful history of General Masséna's Napoleonic troops and an undefended Austrian town that chose to leave its battle in God's hands, showing that the things we fret over often never come to pass.


The Blueprint of Surrender: Reflecting on the profound wisdom of legendary missionary Hudson Taylor regarding putting our plans, loved ones, and influence completely into God's care.


Anxiety Defined: Examining the Greek concept of anxiety as being pulled in conflicting directions and looking at how the cares of the world systematically choke out the Word (Matthew 13:22).


The Root of Depression: A sobering analysis of Proverbs 12:25, revealing how a heart weighted down by anxiety causes depression, and why the "Good Word" is the ultimate remedy.


Dwelling and Cultivating: Finding absolute peace by refusing to fret over evildoers, choosing instead to rely on the faithfulness of the Lord (Psalm 37:1-3).

Key Takeaway:"The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety... If you lived your namesake—Sheldon 'Nothing' Volk—you would truly learn to be anxious for nothing!" — June & Shelley Volk

Connect & Support:


Get in Touch: We would love to hear from you! If you want to share a testimony, request prayer, or learn more about the ministry, please write to us at: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.


Listen on Demand: Never miss an episode of our weekly broadcasts. You can replay this program and access our full archive anytime at Family Values Radio 1010 on the dedicated podcast page.

Episode Description: The End of Anxiety &mdash; Cultivating True Faith in a Heavy World
Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). As we kick off a new week of broadcasting, we turn our attention to a universal struggle that weighs heavily on the human heart in this day and age: Anxiety, Worry, and Sorrow.
Anxiety is a default human reaction to difficult times, but scripturally, it means to be "drawn in different directions"&mdash;pulling us away from our true path. By breaking down the original biblical context and language, Shelley and Juni explore how unchecked worry stalls our spiritual fruitfulness, how anxiety serves as the root cause of deep depression, and why fully surrendering our lives into God's hands is the definitive antidote.
Inside This Episode:
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Recognizing a "Bad Day": A humorous look at how we identify a rough start to the day&mdash;from stuck car horns on the freeway while following Hell's Angels, to turning our worries over to the One who stays up all night anyway.
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The Miracle of the Easter Bells: The powerful history of General Mass&eacute;na's Napoleonic troops and an undefended Austrian town that chose to leave its battle in God's hands, showing that the things we fret over often never come to pass.
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The Blueprint of Surrender: Reflecting on the profound wisdom of legendary missionary Hudson Taylor regarding putting our plans, loved ones, and influence completely into God's care.
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Anxiety Defined: Examining the Greek concept of anxiety as being pulled in conflicting directions and looking at how the cares of the world systematically choke out the Word (<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DMatthew%2B13%253A22%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQPw">Matthew 13:22</a>).
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The Root of Depression: A sobering analysis of <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DProverbs%2B12%253A25%26version%3DNKJV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQQA">Proverbs 12:25</a>, revealing how a heart weighted down by anxiety causes depression, and why the "Good Word" is the ultimate remedy.
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Dwelling and Cultivating: Finding absolute peace by refusing to fret over evildoers, choosing instead to rely on the faithfulness of the Lord (<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/%3Fsearch%3DPsalm%2B37%253A1-3%26version%3DNASB" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQQQ">Psalm 37:1-3</a>).
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Key Takeaway: "The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety... If you lived your namesake&mdash;Sheldon 'Nothing' Volk&mdash;you would truly learn to be anxious for nothing!" &mdash; June &amp; Shelley Volk
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Connect &amp; Support:
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Get in Touch: We would love to hear from you! If you want to share a testimony, request prayer, or learn more about the ministry, please write to us at: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082.
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Listen on Demand: Never miss an episode of our weekly broadcasts. You can replay this program and access our full archive anytime at <a href="https://familyvaluesradio1010.com" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiS_Jv2n9WVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQQg">Family Values Radio 1010</a> on the dedicated podcast page.
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