The Marla Lucas Podcast

Matt 17:1-9 Oxford defines "transfiguration" as: A complete change of form or appearance into a more beautiful or spiritual state. His face shone like the sun. His clothes became "white as light." And then GOD SPOKE. So powerful. How wonderful that Peter, James and John shared in this amazing moment. God instructs them to LISTEN to Jesus. Thank you Lord for every miracle confirming you are who you...

Matthew 15:29-39 Oh this is fun! Most people know about Jesus feeding the 5,000 but did you remember him feeding the 4,000. I love this miracle in the Bible TWICE. This was a miracle the people didn't even ask for...he just provided it. That's our GOD...the great provider! He always loves to go above and beyond our need. Thank you God!!!

Matt 15:21-28...what an incredible passage for parents! If you're a parent standing in the gap for your child...this episode is a powerful reminder! God is hearing your prayers for your children. Stay in faith. Be strong and persistent. Trust that God is hearing and keep believing when you see nothing changing...He's still working. He loves to rescue our kids. The faith of this mom today is inspir...

Mark 14:34-36 So fun and encouraging to know Jesus healed every single person who touched him! Wow! The Bible doesn't say ONLY the ones who touched Him but every person who did touch Him was healed. These verses remind us of the power of FAITH. Faith to BELIEVE God will heal. God loves to see our faith. He says it over and over in His Word. We pray that you are strengthened to BELIEVE God today fo...

Mark 7:31-37 is such an incredible reminder that you never know how God is going to work. Never. The deaf man was brought to the Lord and it is one of the more unusual ways Jesus healed. God may want to do something very unconventional in your life. Is that okay with you? Are you open to getting alone with Him and allowing Him to do whatever He wants to do, and change your life forever? Thank you...

Ahhhh, so many little miracles wrapped in today's reading of Matt 14:22-33. So many little nuggets of God's wisdom in this passage. From getting ALONE with God, to being afraid and the Lord understanding the fear, to having courage to jump out of the boat, to fear again...our compassionate Lord is there. May today's miracles remind you that God is with you, through every emotion. He's going to str...

What a fun miracle to talk about today! Can you imagine looking into Jesus' eyes and saying, "Well we can't feed everyone because there isn't enough food?" Do you find yourself reminding God that the miracle you need might be too much? And God is saying, "Hmmmmm, not only am I going to answer, you will have leftover!" May this miracle series encourage you to believe on a level you have never belie...

Very interesting that these two men "called out to Jesus." They wanted a miracle. After they called out, the Lord lets them know that he heard them but do they believe that he can do it? Wow. Maybe you've been praying about something for a long time, maybe you've gone through the motions but do REALLY believe God can do. Great question to ponder today. 

What an incredible story of Jesus "putting the crowd outside" and performing this beautiful miracle. Encouraging you today, put the crowd outside, get alone with Jesus and watch the miracles unfold. He longs for quiet time with you. Never let a laughing crowd bother you, Jesus had that too. Be strong friends. Miracles are on the other side of your decision to get alone with God.

This woman came behind Jesus, she knew she didn't even have to be in front of him...he was going to heal her. "Her faith made her well." God please help us to have faith like this woman. Twelve years of suffering and instantly, she was healed. No matter how much time has gone by, may we have the faith to believe God can do anything, instantly. Thank you God for the miracle and the faith of this wo...

Matt 8:2-34 ONE WORD. Our Lord has so much power, one word sent those demons out of those 2 guys! The Scripture says the demons were so fierce, people did not go near where the men lived (in a cemetery). BUT GOD. If you're very aware of demonic influence, be encouraged, Jesus shared this story to demonstrate His mighty power with ONE WORD. Walk in victory today, my friend.

Miracle #10, the man with the withered hand, instead of rejoicing that his life would never be the same, the Pharisees found fault the Jesus healed him on the Sabbath. What a tragedy for the miserable Pharisees. Their lives were built on the rules, not the heart of God. What an incredible reminder to stay close to Jesus and listen for His leading lest we get caught up in all the rules. 

Why your circle matters. The paralytic could have never made it to Jesus were it not for his friends. Jesus said, "Because of their faith, you're sins are forgiven" and then "rise, take up your bed and go home." The crowd then glorified God. This is why he performed miracles, that God would be glorified. Don't forget to glority God for all the miracles! 

Miracle #8! This miracle will inspire you to make God marvel! Yes, you read that right. This Centurion guy...is quite amazing. Jesus said there was not ONE man in all of Israel with faith like his! He made Jesus MARVEL. You will be inspired today, to believe on another level, for BIG things, in the Mighty Name of Jesus!

Miracle #7 occurs in Matthew 8:1-4. Thousands were following Jesus. The leper approached Jesus and knelt before him stating, "you can heal me, if you will it." What miracles are you needing today? Let's follow the example of the leper and humble ourselves (he literally knelt) and make a statement, "Lord I know you are able!" May today's episode encourage you and strengthen your faith to believe Go...

 In God's perfect timing, He asks the guys to put down their nets one more time. They had toiled all night. In obedience, they put down their nets and nearly sank the boat with the fish they caught. The blessing was almost more than they could contain. Keep toiling and doing what is right in front of you. In God's perfect timing you're going to see a miracle bigger than you ever imagined! Kee...

Jesus casts out demons and heals all who were sick. Praying this episode strengthens anyone who has any history involving any kind of demonic activity or connection to anything demonic. ONE WORD and the demons had to flee. That's the power of Jesus. No fear. Today, we chat about healing. Some are healed, some are not. Do you have to know why? Or, do you trust God and whatever He decides to do? How...

Today's miracle is so short and sweet. Two verses, Matthew 8:14-15. #1. Jesus SAW her (just like He sees YOU). #2. One sentence: He touched her, she was healed, she "rose and began to serve Him." God's timing is perfect and in a moment, God's perfect moment, all of your prayers can be answered in one sentence. Be encouraged. It will be worth the wait. Thank you Lord for the miracles on the way!

Who's in charge anyway? Taking back your strength today. Don't give the enemy the satisfaction of winning one minute of your thoughts. Let's watch miracle #3 in the New Testament, God puts the enemy in his place immediately. That's what He will do in your life. Exciting news! God can take care of demons in a moment! V-I-C-T-O-R-Y over every demon in the name of Jesus!

Believing God when life looks nothing like you thought it would. Believing God when He is not working in a way that would make really great sense in our human minds. Repeat this phrase today, "I believe. I believe. I believe." Believe that God is working and listen to today's episode, Jesus did it! Not the way, the father expected at all, but Jesus did heal his son. Thank you Jesus for miracl...

Jesus' first miracle. A couple of observations. First, His mom's role...very important. She confirmed and respected His authority. Second, the miracle "manifested" His glory. The value of manifesting His glory in our conversations. Sharing His miracles with those on our path but especially our family members and children. Miracle May is going to be a fun month full of miracle conversations!

Winning this race is easy if we form a RUNNING TANDEM with Jesus! Super cool story today. God wants you to win and He gives us the tools in the suffering. We will rejoice as Rom 5:3-4 instructs. Endurance, character and hope are on the way! Stay the course, my friend! Sing in the rain!

How would you like to walk through a trial with a supernatural peace that doesn't even make sense to the people around you? It can happen. God can give you a peace that calms your mind. A kind of peace that surpasses understanding. He tells us HOW to obtain that beautiful peace in Phil 4:6-7. Praising God today for peace that God has for you...even in the storm.

Get ready for the BEST NEWS EVER!  Psalm 55:22 Not only is it a good idea to cast your burdens on the Lord, it is COMMANDED. To NOT cast your burdens is disobedient. WHAT??? It's true. May today be the first day of your BURDEN-FREE life! Thank You God!

Marla shares about the time she questioned if God remembered her. Did He really see what was going on? Did He still love her? She couldn't imagine a deeper pain. But God. If you're feeling the rain come down...get ready for the miracle. God has a promise for you in Rom 8:35-39...He's right with you. It's not over. He's working. Thank you God for beautiful miracles on the way for our friends today!