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"A twenty-first-century form of ancient wisdom . . . Mitchell's flights, his paradoxes, his wonderful riffs are brilliant and liberating." -Pico Iyer The most widely translated book in world literature after the Bible, Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, is the classic manual on the art of living. Following the phenomenal success of his own version of the Tao Te Ching, renowned scholar and translator Stephen Mitchell has composed the innovative The Second Book of the Tao. Drawn from the work of Lao-tzu's disciple Chuang- tzu and Confucius's grandson Tzu-ssu, The Second Book of the Tao collects the freshest, most profound teachings from these two great students of the Tao to offer Western readers a path into reality that has nothing to do with east or west, but everything to do with truth. With his own illuminating commentary alongside each adapta­tion, at once explicating and complementing the text, Mitchell makes the ancient teachings at once modern, relevant, and timeless. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

What's it about? The Plant-Based Athlete (2021) debunks the myth that our bodies need meat, eggs, and dairy to achieve peak athletic success. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with professional athletes, it shows that a plant-based diet actually results in better performance, recovery time, and overall health. Who's it for? • Athletes looking to increase energy levels, speed, and recovery times People who want to improve their digestion or lose weight . Anyone seeking long-term health for themselves and the planet "What's in it for me? Reach peak athletic performance on a plant-based diet.…" – read more on @blinkist https://blinki.st/5352570172c3?chapter=612cde8b6cee070007b594ce --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

"Final summary…" – read more on @blinkist https://blinki.st/5352570172c3?chapter=61039e766cee070007903bfe After the Fall (2021) takes a sobering look at the rise of nationalism and authoritarianism in places like Hungary, China, Russia, and the United States of America. It examines how the standing and influence of the US changed in the years following the Cold War, and how this has led to the current challenges facing democracy around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

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"Beliefs and values tend to be justified by rights and duties, but a pragmatic approach is more illuminating.…" – read more on @blinkist https://blinki.st/5352570172c3?chapter=5c6a7ada6cee0700079ef28d --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

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"Understand the tax code to help you minimize your taxes.…" – read more on @blinkist https://blinki.st/5352570172c3?chapter=528234743334640018410000 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

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A 2 minute clip from a book that has had great impact in my life. The Complete Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch, narrated by Neale Donald Walsh, Edward Asner, Ellen Burstyn on my Audible app. Try Audible and get it here: https://www.audible.com/pd?asin=B07HB4VGPB&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In 81 brief chapters, Lao-Tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, provides advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit, and teaches us how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao—the basic principle of the universe. Stephen Mitchell's bestselling version has been widely acclaimed as a gift to contemporary culture. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

My growth continues --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

A response to a question about the Bible and spiritual truth in my life and how I view them. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

A portion of CWG --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

A clip from the audiobook Friendship with God --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

My oldest and I having a random discussion about life, death , and who we really are from a traditional and non traditional perspective. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Part 11: Consumerism/Materialism (chronic discontent-ism) Jason Morriss The "ISMs" Related to Christianity September 8, 2019 http://austinnewchurch.com/anc-home/teaching --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

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Jason Morriss & Cesar Soto The "ISMs" Related to Christianity http://austinnewchurch.com/anc-home/teaching --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

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Part 3: Sexism in the Church Jason Morriss The "ISMs" Related to Christianity June 2, 2019 http://austinnewchurch.com/anc-home/teaching --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Tanya shares her fears and concerns along the journey. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Part 2: Fundamentalism Jason Morriss The "ISMs" Related to Christianity http://austinnewchurch.com/anc-home/teaching --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Part 1: Legalism Jason Morriss The "ISMs" Related to Christianity May 19, 2019 Jason Morriss http://austinnewchurch.com/anc-home/teaching --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this short piece takes place a wonderful conversation. Are we afraid of God? Is that why we do the things we do? Explore the depth of questions you may have had but wouldn’t dare ask.. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Acts 17:28 For in Him we live and move and exist [that is, in Him we actually have our being], as even some of your own poets have said, ‘For we also are His children.' John 10:34 Jesus answered them, “Is it not written in your law, I said, “You are gods” ’? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this series Tanya and I take the opportunity to talk about our journey within the last 3 years. We highlight some recent activity in the Christian news and how it relates to ourselves in becoming free to expand our ideas of Love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Who do you say Jesus is? Is fear a factor in that? Check this clip from my most favorite book (Conversations with God). http://www.cwg.org/ I've listened to this Audible book you might enjoy. It's totally free, if it's your first time accepting a book from a friend. http://a.co/4Z7YMZM https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Conversations-Neale-Donald-Walsch/dp/0399153292/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=56083526076&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp5_qBRDBARIsANxdcimAXsd3doH5SbN3jV2ylc9s62YmSE4O_OVDjgwd99ZUfxLZ17SARooaAkjREALw_wcB&hvadid=274703855657&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9011683&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=b&hvrand=15987097943344027825&hvtargid=kwd-298817660102&hydadcr=29421_10734870&keywords=complete+conversations+with+god&qid=1565035120&s=gateway&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

The ending of my most favorite book. http://www.cwg.org/ I've listened to this Audible book you might enjoy. It's totally free, if it's your first time accepting a book from a friend. http://a.co/4Z7YMZM https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Conversations-Neale-Donald-Walsch/dp/0399153292/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=56083526076&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp5_qBRDBARIsANxdcimAXsd3doH5SbN3jV2ylc9s62YmSE4O_OVDjgwd99ZUfxLZ17SARooaAkjREALw_wcB&hvadid=274703855657&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9011683&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=b&hvrand=15987097943344027825&hvtargid=kwd-298817660102&hydadcr=29421_10734870&keywords=complete+conversations+with+god&qid=1565035120&s=gateway&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Tags: Why would God punish us for using the freewill He gave us? What would be the purpose? What is hell? Free will/ consequence, natural law/ Gods plan/wrong thinking/ opposite of Joy, failing to experience what you really are, being less. There is no such thing as hell at least not in the way you think. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this podcast I reflect on my experience after meeting a group of wonderful LGBT members who call themselves Refugees. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Acts 17:28 New International Version (NIV) 28 ‘For in him we live and move and have our being.’[a] As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring.’ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

I recently had the privilege of listening to Mr. Quint studer in a cardiac symposium where he taught about the culture of change. Quinton D. Studer (born 1951) is a Pensacola, Floridabusinessman and philanthropist, known as the co-owner of the minor league baseball team the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and founder of the health care consulting company, Studer Group. Quint Studer --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

About the Author Louise Hay was an inspirational teacher who educated millions since the 1984 publication of her bestseller You Can Heal Your Life, which has more than 50 million copies in print worldwide. Renowned for demonstrating the power of affirmations to bring about positive change, Louise was the author of more than 30 books for adults and children, including the bestsellers The Power Is Within You and Heal Your Body. In addition to her books, Louise produced numerous audio and video programs, card decks, online courses, and other resources for leading a healthy, joyous, and fulfilling life. Websites: www.louisehay.com, www.healyourlife.com, and www.facebook.com/louiselhay --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Take a listen to this final episode of Exploring Faith as we discuss the truth that is already in us. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this episode I describe an experience I had with a great group of loving poeple. I also get to describe how powerful the words in red have been to me. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this podcast we further define truth, discussing our perspectives of biblical truth and the purpose it serves. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Hey guys! If you have been following me on my podcast I would like to invite you to listen to this next episode on Absolute Truth. My friend Josiah continues to ask me questions regarding Relative Truth versus Absolute Truth. Despite our differences in beliefs we get dig deep into our perspectives. Josiah shares from a perspective using a timeline as an example to verify that things have happened at certain points in history in which those things can be said to be absolutes regardless of when, where and who you are in the world or your beliefs system. In my explanation I explain how regardless of the events it is always our perspective, opinion and definitions personally that determines how this information impacts us. Absolute does not matter until you make it matter or assign to it a definition. We are constantly changing our minds because of our experiences, education and the process of life at each age. We are never the same and are constantly making different choices. That is the only absolute. So in conclusion I think we can say that what is absolute is relative only to the present moment and my current understanding. You are currently reading this sentence. The definition you assign about what you are reading is your personal relative absolute. It would appear that both exist simultaneously. Either way matters not accept the definition you give it. It is in that dimension that with the faith the size of a mustard seed we can move mountains. You always have the choice. We always redefine the terms. Your limitations are not mine and mine are not yours. The things that seem present and steady course are still subject to interpretation. For example gravity. Even though it seems to never change it is a principle which is defied. Birds fly. We fly with the use of technology. So it matters not the one dimensional perspective. Telling the mountain to jump into the see with mustard see faith defies absolutes. Perspective is key. There is always more to behold. It appears that absolutes are perspective related. It reveals the truth that is in the eye of the beholder. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Without empathy our perspective of love would be very limited. Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position. - Wikipedia definition. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this episode I get to respond a to question a pastor ask me. The question is as follows. "Good morning Sterling. Thinking about you again today. If you believe Jesus was sinless and lying is a sin how could he say..." I am the way, the truth, and the Life, no one comes to the Father except through Me?".... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

As many of you may know, about a year and a half ago my family and I made the decision to leave the church. Since then I have had the pleasure of discussing my journey with several friends. The most healthy dialogue has been with my close friend Josiah. In part 2 of 5 I continue to share my expanded perspective of God as we talk about John 3:16. I encourage you to not get sidetracked by the word expanded. It is a reference to the Word being alive and how light continues to shine. That implies continued growing and understanding regarding eternal truths. I believe everything stated by me in these podcasts are true of us all. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

A good friend recently came by the house for a discussion. He has recently graduated from Bible college with his bachelor's in biblical studies and is working on his master's. He told me about conversations he had recently with friends who have noticed my messages and videos I've been sharing. He wanted to get my perspective on their comments. I asked him if we could record our conversations and he agreed. I invite you if interested to listen to our perspectives. I hope our thoughts and ideas serve as inspiration in your journey… --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Being open to life empowers a greater perspective. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Elevated perspective with glasses of love --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

My discussion I had with a couple of guys as to whether or not love is God. Tanya interviews me in this segment --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Love is what changes us and set's us free. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

This podcast is the audio off of a video I made regarding love and it's ever expanding reality. As we pursue love in higher and higher degrees we find it freeing us more and more. This also means removing old spectives and believes that bind and limit the full reality of love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

In this recap episode we explain how serving others serves yourself. This follows Jesus message to "love your neighbor as yourself." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Jesus depicts the oneness we have with God, whose fullness fills all in all. This reality binds us all together. We all are the expressions, images and likeness of this wonderful Love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support

Starting of with gratitude in 2019 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Backyardblessings/support