Sharise Johnson-Moore's Podcast

Daily Devotional - Job 9:1-35 - Who Can Stand Before God? Job's Cry for a Mediator In his pain, Job acknowledges a hard truth— we can't stand before God on our own. He longs for someone who could speak on his behalf, someone who understands both divine power and human pain. 👉 This deep cry points us to the ultimate Mediator—proof that even in despair, God was already preparing redemption....

Daily Devotional - Job 8:1-22 - Empty Words and Misplaced Blame: Bildad Speaks Bildad meant well... but missed the mark. 😔 He assumed Job’s pain meant guilt. But like many of us, Job was suffering not because of what he did wrong—but because of what he was meant to endure and overcome. ❗This chapter reminds us to choose compassion over criticism. Sometimes our silence, our presence, and our love...

Author’s Excerpt Sunday – Special Guest: Joseph B. Roberts Date: April 20, 2025 Time: 6 PM EST Featured Book: Blessings In The Streets: Special Edition – When God Leverages Our Valley Experiences Life’s greatest blessings often come from the most unexpected places. Joseph B. Roberts takes us on an emotional journey of resilience, love, and faith through the true story of a teenage mother and her s...

Daily Devotional - Job 7:1-21 - Crying Out in the Dark: Job Speaks To God Have you ever felt like life was too heavy and wondered if God was even listening? That’s exactly where Job is in chapter 7. He compares life to hard labor—long, painful, and seemingly unrewarding. But what’s powerful is that even in his despair, Job still talks to God. He doesn’t hold back his grief or his questions. He cri...

Daily Devotional - Job 6:1-30 - The Weight of Grief: Job Defends His Lament “Do you think your words are helpful? Do you even hear my pain?” – That’s the heart of Job’s cry in chapter 6. After being judged by Eliphaz, Job responds—not with excuses, but with honesty. He pours out his grief, describing it as heavier than the sand of the sea. He doesn’t need correction; he needs compassion . 💔 ⚠️ So...

Daily Devotional - Job 5:1-27 - False Comfort: Eliphaz Offers Advice Without Understanding Sometimes people mean well... but their words miss the mark. 💬 In Job 5, Eliphaz continues speaking, insisting that Job’s pain must be God's discipline—and that if Job just "gets right," everything will be restored. But here's the truth: Not all suffering is punishment. Job was blameless,...

Daily Devotional - Job 4:1-21 - When Friends Speak: Eliphaz Break The Silence Have you ever poured out your pain—only to be met with judgment instead of comfort? That’s what happened to Job. 💔 In Job 4, his friend Eliphaz speaks up, implying Job must’ve done something wrong to deserve his suffering. His words were eloquent… but missed the heart. Sometimes, people mean well—but their assumptions c...

Daily Devotional - Job 3:1-26 - When Silence Breaks: Job's Lament Breaks After days of silence, Job finally speaks—and his words are filled with raw pain. He doesn’t curse God, but he curses the day he was born. He asks, "Why is life given to those in misery?" 💔 This chapter reminds us that even the strongest believers can feel broken, confused, and overwhelmed. It’s okay to cry out...

Author’s Excerpt Sunday Podcast – Special Guest: Manal El-Ramly Date: April 13, 2025 Time: 12 Noon EST Featured Book: Transcending Anxiety: From Fear to FreedomAnxiety isn’t just something to manage—it’s something you can transcend. Join us for an insightful conversation with Manal El-Ramly, a TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and author, as she shares the transformative power of the Mattain Method. Thr...

Daily Devotional - Job 2:1-13 - Silent Suffering: Job's Pain Deepens Even after losing everything, Job’s faith was tested again—this time through physical pain and isolation. Covered in sores, sitting in ashes, and misunderstood even by his wife, Job still refused to curse God. His response? “Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble?” (Job 2:10) Sometimes, the most powerful support we ca...

When everything Job had was taken from him—his wealth, his family, his security—he still worshipped God, saying: “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” (Job 1:21) Life’s trials may shake us, but our faith must remain unshaken. No matter what you’re facing today, remember that God is still in control. Stay faithful, trust His plan, and hold on to His promises...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 10:1-3 – Mordecai’s Promotion & Lasting Legacy ✨ From humble beginnings to a place of great influence, Mordecai’s faithfulness led to a legacy that blessed generations! 🙌🏾 As second in command to King Xerxes, Mordecai used his position to seek justice, promote peace, and ensure the well-being of his people. His story reminds us that when we trust God, He position...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 9:1-32 – The Jews’ Victory & the Establishment of Purim 🎉 What was meant for destruction became a day of triumph! 🙌🏾 On the day their enemies planned to defeat them, the Jews—empowered by God and the king’s decree—secured victory instead! Haman’s wicked schemes failed, and the people of God celebrated with joy and feasting. This victory became a lasting tradition...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 8:1-17 – Victory for the Jews & A New Decree ✨ What the enemy meant for harm, God turned for good! 🙌🏾 After Haman’s downfall, Queen Esther and Mordecai receive great honor, and the king grants a new decree—one that empowers the Jews to defend themselves. What once looked like certain destruction becomes a moment of triumph and joy! 🎉 ✨ God can shift any situati...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 7:1-10 – Esther’s Bold Plea & Haman’s Downfall 👑 At the second banquet, Queen Esther courageously reveals Haman’s evil plan to destroy her people. King Xerxes, enraged by the betrayal, sentences Haman to death—on the very gallows he built for Mordecai! 🙌🏾 Justice is served, and Esther’s bravery saves an entire nation. ✨ God is always working behind the scenes! N...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 6:1-14 – Mordecai’s Honor & Haman’s Humiliation 👑 When the king can’t sleep, he discovers Mordecai’s past loyalty and decides to honor him. Ironically, Haman—who planned to execute Mordecai—ends up being the one forced to parade him through the city in royal splendor! What Haman meant for harm, God turned into a moment of elevation. 🙌🏾 ✨ God’s timing is always p...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 5:1-14 – Esther’s Bold Approach & Haman’s Growing Pride 👑 Esther steps out in faith, approaching King Xerxes uninvited—a move that could cost her life. But God grants her favor! Instead of making her request immediately, she wisely invites the king and Haman to a banquet, setting the stage for her petition. Meanwhile, Haman’s pride swells, but his hatred for Mordec...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 4:1-17 – Esther’s Courage & Mordecai’s Call to Action 👑 When Mordecai learns of Haman’s plot, he urges Esther to take a stand, reminding her that she may have been placed in her royal position “for such a time as this.” Though afraid, Esther chooses faith over fear, declaring, “If I perish, I perish.” Her courage reminds us that obedience to God’s calling often req...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 3:1-15 – Haman’s Plot Against the Jews 👑 In Esther 3, Haman’s pride and hatred lead him to manipulate King Xerxes into issuing a decree to destroy the Jewish people—all because Mordecai refused to bow. But even in the face of danger, God’s plan is already in motion! This passage reminds us that no scheme of the enemy can override God’s purpose for His people. 🙌🏾 ✨ W...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 2:1-23 – Esther’s Rise & Mordecai’s Loyalty 👑 After Queen Vashti’s removal, King Xerxes searches for a new queen, leading to Esther’s divine placement in the palace. Though she hides her Jewish identity, God positions her for a greater purpose. Meanwhile, Mordecai’s act of loyalty in exposing a plot against the king foreshadows how God rewards faithfulness. ✨ God...

📖 Daily Devotional: Esther 1:1-22 – Queen Vashti’s Refusal & King Xerxes’ Decree 👑 In Esther 1, Queen Vashti’s bold refusal to obey King Xerxes’ command set the stage for God’s divine plan. Though she lost her royal position, her courage reminds us that standing firm can come at a cost—but purpose always prevails. As we reflect on this passage, let’s remember that God positions us for greate...

In Nehemiah 13, we see a leader who refuses to compromise on God's standards. Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem and takes bold action—restoring temple order, reinforcing Sabbath observance, and calling the people back to faithfulness. His story reminds us that true commitment to God requires courage, consistency, and a willingness to make hard choices. 💪🏽 What in your life needs reforming today?...

Dedication and Celebration of Jerusalem’s Wall 🏰🎶🔥 In Nehemiah 12, we witness a powerful moment of praise, thanksgiving, and dedication as the Israelites celebrate the completion of Jerusalem’s wall. Two great choirs march around the city, lifting their voices in worship, reminding us that when God restores and strengthens us, our response should be gratitude and dedication to Him! 🙌🏽 How are...

Nehemiah 11:1-36 - The Leaders and Settlers in Jerusalem In this chapter it is a very detailed account of the repopulation of Jerusalem after the exile. Since the city was underpopulated, leaders took residence there, and a tenth of the people were chosen by lot to join them. Others willingly volunteered to live in the city, receiving blessings from the people for their commitment. The chapter lis...

Author's Excerpt Sunday Podcast – Special Guest: Tyler Kania! The Maniac with No Knees – A Memoir of Resilience, Rugby & Mental Health March 9, 2025 6 PM EST Author’s Excerpt Sunday Podcast Join us as we welcome Tyler Kania, a man of many talents—rugby player, coach, cybersecurity salesman, cryptocurrency entrepreneur, stonemason, painter, and now, an author. Tyler's debut book, The Ma...