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Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me anytime @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our strategic prayer and missions projects or to get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Welcome to this episode of the “Prison Pulpit” on the China Compass podcast on the Fight Laugh Feast network! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben, recording today from the foot of Mt. Ida in Turkey! Since I’m still in Turkey today, and just down the road from the ancient port of Troas, which we visited yesterday, I want to meditate once more on some of Paul's words from prison, especially his words to Timothy in 2nd Timothy, his final letter in the New Testament: 2 Timothy 1:2-12, 15-18: To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. [3] I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. [4] As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. [5] I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. [6] For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, [7] for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. [8] Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, [9] who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, [10] and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel, [11] for which I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher, [12] which is why I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me. . . [15] You are aware that all who are in Asia turned away from me, among whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes. [16] May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains, [17] but when he arrived in Rome he searched for me earnestly and found me— [18] may the Lord grant him to find mercy from the Lord on that day!—and you well know all the service he rendered at Ephesus. 2 Timothy 2:3-10: [3] Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. [4] No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. [5] An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. [6] It is the hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops. [7] Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything. [8] Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, the offspring of David, as preached in my gospel, [9] for which I am suffering, bound with chains as a criminal. But the word of God is not bound! [10] Therefore I endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory. 2 Timothy 3:10-13: [10] You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, [11] my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. [12] Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, [13] while evil people and impostors will go on from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. 2 Timothy 4:6-18: [6] For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. [7] I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. [8] Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing. [9] Do your best to come to me soon. [10] For Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. [11] Luke alone is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is very useful to me for ministry. [12] Tychicus I have sent to Ephesus. [13] When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, also the books, and above all the parchments. [14] Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will repay him according to his deeds. [15] Beware of him yourself, for he strongly opposed our message. [16] At my first defense no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them! [17] But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion’s mouth. [18] The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen. John Piper on the What Paul Left in Troas https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/the-sadness-and-beauty-of-pauls-final-words Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass wherever you get your podcasts. Follow me on X (@chinaadventures), check out our website (PrayGiveGo.us) and email anytime @ (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Every member of the Senate has a tool that allows them to single handedly bring the government to a screeching halt. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Quena Gonzalez and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey to discuss an interesting political tool and tactic: the filibuster. Created in the early years of American government to remove the ability to end debate, the filibuster has been used by both Republicans and Democrats throughout the years. The three discuss what it is, how does it maintain balance in the Senate, and if it were removed what are the unintended consequences for a short term gain, but long term consequences.

What areas of your business are requiring you, or another manager, to manually make happen? Which balls are being caught by tribal knowledge instead of systems and training? Get better before you get bigger. Systematize for your scale. Build for repeatability, not just reach. Bigger isn't better.

Send us a text In a sort of continuation of last week's episode, Greg sat down with Cory Wing, a Pastor and Host of the CivEccly Minded Podcast and Parker Brown, Host of the Watch Well Podcast to discuss the Future of the Far Right, and more specifically within the christian worldview. They discussed their thoughts on Nick Fuentes, Tucker Carlson, Joel Webbon, and the nation state of Israel. The conversation dipped into A.I. for a little bit too. Enjoy! Click HERE for your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists Click HERE for the best cigars 1689 Cigars has to offer! Click HERE for your complete seating and furnishing needs from K&K Furnishing Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed wealth company! CLICK HERE! 1689 Cigars: The absolute best cigars on earth! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate

Descubre las tres características que te convierten en el peor miembro de tu iglesia y cómo evitarlas. En este episodio de 'Madurando en Cristo', analizamos desde una perspectiva bíblica qué significa realmente pertenecer a una congregación local: la diferencia entre una fe genuina y una fe hueca, la importancia de priorizar la iglesia en tu vida, y por qué el estancamiento espiritual perjudica no solo a ti sino a todo el cuerpo de Cristo. Aprende cómo examinar tu corazón, comprometerte fielmente y crecer constantemente para convertirte en un miembro que edifica su iglesia local.

Descubre las tres verdades bíblicas fundamentales sobre la singularidad de Cristo que ningún líder religioso, incluido el papa, puede reclamar. Este episodio de 'Madurando en Cristo' analiza con respeto y base bíblica por qué solo Jesús vivió sin pecado, puede redimir a la humanidad y posee autoridad divina absoluta. Una enseñanza esencial para entender la diferencia entre Cristo y cualquier autoridad religiosa humana, clarificando conceptos teológicos fundamentales para todos los creyentes.

Descubre por qué la preparación teológica no es negociable para el ministerio pastoral en este análisis profundo de los peligros del liderazgo prematuro. Exploramos el mandato bíblico de la formación pastoral, las consecuencias del error doctrinal cuando falta preparación, y por qué el desarrollo ministerial requiere tiempo y comunidad. Una reflexión esencial para líderes, congregaciones y todos los que valoran la salud de la iglesia, fundamentada en 1 Timoteo 3:6, 2 Timoteo 2:15 y otros pasajes clave que nos recuerdan la seriedad del llamado pastoral.

What if the real problem isn't that men don't have enough authority in the culture, but that they're not exercising the authority they already possess right where they are? Joined by David Reece, The Crosspolitic Guys delve into the practical steps every man can take to reclaim leadership in his own household, church, and community, Starting with the fundamentals of prayer, biblical manhood, and taking responsibility for the small things that build toward cultural transformation. Converse and Invest in Reece Fund here: https://reecefund.com Sign up for the FLF 2026 Holy Wars Conference for Early Bird pricing! https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference

A 2 minute explanation of a simple way to bring a direct challenge to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2015 decision about marriage, Obergefell v. Hodges. A few sentences from the written opinion of a former professor of Constitutional Law at Notre Dame is the key.

Pastor James Baird joins The Waterboy to present the ultimate biblical case for why government must promote Christianity as the only true religion. Drawing from his new book "King of Kings: A Reformed Guide to Christian Government," Pastor Baird relays how 2020 woke him up to the urgent need for Christians to develop a robust political theology rooted in Scripture and the Reformed tradition. Purchase James' new book King of Kings: A Reformed Guide to Christian Government here: https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/?srsltid=AfmBOookEvVZE_RaAxGGw6gC85RhpFhjFN1Afx6k4I6Z3yMdYFaS7U4D Sign up for the FLF 2026 Holy Wars Conference for Early Bird pricing! https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference

Special Report: Don't let those who may have led you to believe the Kim Davis case might be the one SCOTUS would use to overturn Obergefell now become naysayers and pessimists to discourage you. Don't let anyone "cover up" what I said was wrong in the Davis case from the get-go. And find out what can be done now to get a good "Obergefell case" to the Supreme Court.

Welcome to the frozen tundra where we are currently living, Neighbor! It's snowing! Luke has been trying in vain to bag a deer this season. But at least he has some SWEET socks! What are the similarities between a man in a deer stand and a woman shopping for cloth diapers? (We spend a SHOCKINGLY long time parsing through this.) How many eggs are too many eggs? Finally, we get around to bringing up Candace Owens and the insane cult behavior that may be more prevalant than the Peaches originally thought. So what do you think, Neighbor? Send us your insights by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .

On today's show the pugs converse and reflect upon the various ways in which modern and technological formation shape us, often in ways that counter our overall good. Reflecting on the fact that there are no ‘meaningless’ practices, the pugs reflect on ways our Christian faith, especially catechesis, help us wean from vices and dispositions that cloud our ability to see reality clearly and help us relate to it in healthy and properly ordered ways. Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Are you the Visionary leaving wreckage behind you? Or are you the Operator killing the dream? The best businesses run on tension, but not opposition. You need both sides. Build the future, and build the systems that will get you there. You need the Visionary and the Operator.

On last week’s podcast, I discussed my deportation from Egypt to Istanbul. This week we continue in Turkey, visiting the Seven Churches of Revelation. Today's show begins with a look at modern-day Laodicea, and a short talk I gave yesterday in the heart of old Ephesus. Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China - Unbeaten.vip Pray for China (Nov 10-16): https://chinacall.substack.com/p/pray-for-china-nov-10-16-2025 The second half of the show is a detailed look at this week's Pray for China (PrayforChina.us) cities, with a number of stories and details along the way, including my first night alone on the streets of China (Alien China), being confronted by the police during a casual lunch (CCP Warnings), and China's border with North Korea (NK Spy Balloons). Two North Korea Stories: https://www.dw.com/en/north-korean-man-makes-rare-direct-land-crossing-to-south/a-73150358 https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/balloon-propaganda-campaign-korea Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post new/unique Chinese city prayer profiles every single day. Also, you can email me any questions or comments (bfwesten at gmail dot com) and find everything else, including my books, at PrayGiveGo.us!

Jesus had a pretty damning word in his day for some of the practicing lawyers among His people. Today, I explain why I think they apply to many Christians practicing law today and why the people of God need to know what they are doing. Why? Because Jesus said his people were being "hindered" by the lawyers of his day.

What happens when fathers abdicate their God-given authority and leave a generation of women voting for communist mayors while men struggle to lead in a culture that strips them of power at every turn? Get tickets to be part of next year's FLF conference, Holy Wars! https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference

Pastors Josh Howard, John St Martin, George Sayour and James Baird of ‪@CovenantMatters‬ discuss working with Catholics 500 years after the Reformation, Semper Reformanda and more.

We've been diving headfirst into the health rabbit hole, and frankly, we're not sure if we came out better or just more confused. On this episode, we tried to sound like we know what we're talking about as we explored everything from holistic doctors (who tell you your favorite snack is basically poison) to the ancient, confusing art of grounding (are we just supposed to hug a tree?). We also tackled the great health debate: supplements vs. whole foods. Why take a synthetic pill when you can just eat an entire kale farm, right? Oh, and did we mention parasites? Yes, we went there. Because nothing says "funny podcast" like discussing the creepy crawlies potentially residing inside you. We also shared some questionable home remedies that probably won't cure you, but might give you a good story. Then, we veered wildly into the chaos that is modern life! We lamented the utterly unrealistic health goals plastered all over social media—seriously, who has time for perfect yoga poses AND a pristine lawn? Speaking of which, we complained bitterly about the soul-crushing labor of lawn care before moving onto the even greater torment: fishing with our children. (Spoiler: it involves a lot of untangling and zero fish.) To top it all off, we reminisced about the trauma of our childhood pets, finally concluding with the truly brilliant idea one of us had to own a piranha. Because clearly, we never learned any life lessons about boundaries or common sense. Basically, we proved that health, parenting, and pet ownership are all just a series of absurd, hilarious mistakes.

Michael Thiessen, Joe Boot, and Nate Wright unpack how Christians can practice genuine hospitality to immigrants without losing the cultural and legal unity of a nation. Drawing on Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy, and Psalm 2, they argue for care for the sojourner, one law for native and foreigner, and real integration through shared public life—pushing back on church antinomianism and the “multiculturalism = virtue” assumption. They also address the “coercion” objection (every institution disciplines) and why rulers still owe public allegiance to Christ. Get Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind, today!: https://ezrapress.ca/products/think-christianly-developing-an-undivided-mind Stay up to date with Ezra Event: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/

Welcome to this episode of the “Prison Pulpit”. I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben, recording today from Ephesus in Turkey! Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I share daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me anytime @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our strategic prayer and missions projects or to get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why the Prison Pulpit? The goal is to remind everyone to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“Remember those who are in prison, as bound with them”). I’ve done this by sharing (imprisoned) Pastor Wang Yi’s writings in China. But since we have nothing of his written from WITHIN prison walls, I’ve turned to other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand, to give us a voice, or reminders, or sermons, literally from prison. But Pastor Wang Yi was the reason why I started the Prison Pulpit series to begin with. And in December, as the anniversary of his arrest approaches, we will go back over much of what was written during that tumultuous time in late 2018. But since I’m literally in Ephesus right now, I want us to hear from another prison pulpit, specifically the words of the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Ephesians: Eph 3:14-20: For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, 16 that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith--that you, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, 19 and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Eph 6:18-20: praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak. Ejected from Egypt Today I also want to continue meditating on what I experienced in Egypt this past weekend. My 10+ hour ordeal happened in 7 stages (which included much standing, sitting, drinking (h20), and smoking (them): Detained at Customs for backpack search and (relaxed) interrogation. Hopeful. (Midnight-2am) “Led” through the creepy corridors of the airport, then left in the hallway. Flight booked. (2-3am) Moved to the office of a “senior” officer doing unrelated paperwork. Awaiting deportation (3-4am) Led by multiple new officers through the airport to the departure gate. Waiting. Waiting. (4-5am) Board flight (passport to staff), told I’d be met by security in Istanbul. Worried. In the air. (5-9am) Last to deplane. Escorted to terminal by security. Told to wait. Still worried what’s next. (9-10am) Told that they were waiting for more info from Egypt (yikes), but plans changed. Free! (1015am) Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass wherever you get your podcasts. Follow me on X (@chinaadventures), check out our website (PrayGiveGo.us) and email anytime @ (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.

If you hired someone tomorrow, do you know what their first 10 days would actually look like? If not, you have work to do. Do you have a clear onboarding plan, or is your plan to just throw them into the deep end and see if they can swim? One is better than the other. Hire slower. Onboard sharper. Be prepared and prepare your people. You have work to do when onboarding new hires.

Send us a text This week was a family episode. Just Greg and the homies. Greg discussed his thoughts on the Nick Fuentes/Tucker Carlson interview, his thoughts on the Ben Shapiro video critiquing Nick, and his disappointment in a Joel Webbon response tweet. Lots of hot takes for everyone to get mad at! Enjoy! Click HERE for your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists Click HERE for your complete seating and furnishing needs from K&K Furnishings Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed wealth company! CLICK HERE! 1689 Cigars: The absolute best cigars on earth! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate

What would you do if the government kicked down your door, threw you in solitary confinement for 900 days without trial, and labeled you a domestic terrorist for standing up for what you believe? Join Gabe Rench with January 6th political prisoner Jake Lang as they uncover the reality of what really happened that day and why Jake believes every American man has a biblical duty to resist tyrannical government when it tramples on constitutional rights.

In the recent contention over Tucker Carlson’s interview with Nick Fuentes and comments about the nation of Israel, that Tony Perkins and others in the sphere of public policy have now commented on, have you seen anyone address the application of the prophecy in Isaiah 49:1-3, particularly v. 3, “And He said to me, ‘You are My servant, O Israel, In whom I will be glorified’”? I haven’t, so I will offer one that goes beyond semanical wrangling of the word "Israel."

Welcome! We kick off this episode talking about hunting season, and all the things Luke has lost in the woods so far... Next, John thinks Church People should be more "clique-ish." But--his thoughts are interrupted by Cami and Collin, who found something HILARIOUS on Google Maps. It's a 13-year dream come true for John! Later, what's the opposite of joining a "clique?" Wouldn't it be joining a group of people who don't like spending time together? FINALLY: we share listener answers to the punchline challenge! Thanks for playing our game with us, Neighbor! Email the Comedian's family at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com.

John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity and Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy both look at problems in American Christianity today. In this episode recorded at the Equipping the Saints Conference in Tacoma, Washington, Glenn interviews them about their books and how we can avoid some of the problems they address. Order John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: https://stockholmsyndromechristianity.com/ Order Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy: https://canonpress.com/products/the-sin-of-empathy?srsltid=AfmBOooIuCv1xXIHvui4dPKjiWuwE2npYqnW12J1uC9bb86VBOyEQegm Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

The people you hire aren't you. That's why you're the one doing the hiring, and they're the ones being hired. That is to say, business owner's shouldn't expect their employees to think like them, and show the sort of initiative required to be, well, an owner. If they did, they'd be an owner. But the person you're hiring is not an owner. It's unfair to them, and unrealistic for you, to have that sort of expectation of them. All it does is breeds frustration for everybody involved. Your onboarding strategy needs to be more than, "Shadow me for a day, and good luck." And then get exasperated with them 3 months in for still not performing up to your expectations. If you don't show them how to win, don't be surprised when they lose.

Well, nothing like a deportation to start your day! I begin today’s podcast by telling about being deported from Egypt a few hours ago (1:30), followed by a biographical sketch of William Borden (24:30), whose birthday was today (Nov 1), and whose footsteps I had hoped to follow in Cairo before I was sent packing back to Istanbul. Borden of Yale: No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regrets www.BordenofYale.com Subscribe to China Compass and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) and send any questions or comments to (bfwesten at gmail dot com). You can find everything else, including my books, at PrayGiveGo.us! Luke 10, verse 2, the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Talk again soon!

This comes from a collection of short talks recorded during the FLF 2025 Conference

Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot preview the Ezra East conference (Nov. 1, 2025, Ingersoll, ON) and tackle one of the West’s most urgent questions: How should Christians think about immigration? Joe walks through the major waves of immigration to the US, UK, and Canada and shows why not all immigration is the same—older migration from Christianized nations was far less destabilizing than today’s government-engineered mass migration from non-Christian contexts. They discuss how secular, globalist elites have used “multiculturalism” to dilute the Christian character of Western nations and why importing rival law orders (like Sharia) is not the same as church courts or Christian mediation. They also highlight key themes for the conference: Islam, immigration, the loss of Christian culture, and recovering a biblical balance between hospitality and preserving community. In the Premium+ post-show, Michael asks Joe: Why do Islamists and the radical left keep teaming up (e.g. “queers for Palestine”)? Joe explains their shared enemy (Christianity), shared totalitarian impulse, and political convenience.

A Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview for a national Christian ministry recently commented on needing to win a certain case in the U.S. Supreme Court and on how to win. The question we examine today is whether his thoughts on the subject are his own or those informed by God's word. The answer depends on something I once never considered: Our knowledge of and love for the person of Christ.

Collection of short talks recorded during the FLF 2025 Conference

We dove headfirst into a sugar coma and called it a conversation. We covered everything—music, Halloween, and candy—basically the holy trinity of chaos. We started off pretending to be intellectuals discussing the “accessibility of musical instruments,” which quickly devolved into us arguing about who still owns a recorder and why. Then we slid into Halloween like adults who still think pillowcases make the best candy bags. We reminisced about trick-or-treating, back when we had functioning knees and strangers weren’t handing out toothpaste. We waxed poetic about decorations—because nothing says “festive spirit” like accidentally impaling yourself on a plastic tombstone in the yard. Of course, we analyzed candy with the seriousness of food critics. We debated hard candy versus gummy like philosophers who’ve clearly lost control of their lives, and then somehow invented the idea of a “chocolate apocalypse,” where everyone’s just bartering for Snickers. Naturally, we ended up bragging about our old Halloween costumes—because nothing says confidence like admitting we once wore a trash bag and called it a “grim reaper cloak.” We even wandered into haunted houses and Judgment Houses, which, honestly, felt a little too real. Turns out we like being terrified, as long as it’s in a controlled environment with snacks.

It’s been five years since the COVID-19 vaccine was created and mass-distributed to the American public, and many American’s were pushed to get the vaccine without truly understanding it. But what is the truth about vaccines? Are they safe? Are they helpful? This week on Waterbreak, Gabe and Annie sit down with Dr. John Leake to discuss his book Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality. In this episode, Dr. Leake discusses the history of vaccines and breaks down the science, politics, and ideology of vaccines. Join us for this informative and thought provoking episode of Waterbreak, one that is extremely relavent in today’s world. Check out Annie's website! https://annierench.com/ https://www.instagram.com/anniemrench/ Gabe Rench https://x.com/GMRench Follow Waterbreak at: https://www.instagram.com/waterbreaktv/ https://www.facebook.com/WaterbreakTV/ If you have any questions or thoughts that you’d like to share, reach out at RenchMedia@gmail.com

Joined "The Based Boomer" Mike D'Virgilio as he unpacks the importance of Christ's Ascension and why many Evangelicals ignore it's foundational importance

Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! My Op-Ed for Crosspolitic News: Trump Making US-Malaysia Relations Great Again https://www.crosspoliticnews.com/news/trump-making-us-malaysia-relations-great-again Five Prayer Requests from the Wives of Imprisoned Pastors https://backtojerusalem.com/wives-of-arrested-pastors-of-chinas-zion-church-share-5-urgent-prayer-requests/ Please pray for our Christian brothers and sisters connected to the Zion Church in China. There has been another wave of arrests. Here is a list of Those Taken Away (23 People): Shanghai- Pastor Wang Lin 2. Liu Jiang Beijing- Preacher Wu Qiuyu 4. Pastor Wang Cong 5. Pastor Sun Cong 6. Sister Li Shengjuan Pastor Gao Yingjia 8. Sister Ming Li 9. Sister Hu Yanzi 10. Preacher Misha 11. Sister Cui Xiaole Jiaxing, Zhejiang- 12. Preacher Zhan Ge Hangzhou, Zhejiang-13. Sister Mei Liming (arrested Oct 11) Beihai, Guangxi- Pastor Jin Mingri (arrested for “illegally using info network,” held at Beihai #2 Detention Center) Pastor Yin Huibin 16. Pastor’s wife Yang Lijun 17. Sis Tuya 18. Sis An Mei 19. Sis Huang Chunzi Qingdao, Shandong- 20. Pastor Liu Zhenbin (aka Liu Shanyi) Chengdu, Sichuan- 21. Pastor Lin Shucheng (Mu Chenglin) Zhengzhou, Henan- 22. Preacher Sun Xue (arrested Oct 12) Shenyang, Liaoning- 23. Elder Wang Zhong (arrested Oct 17) Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Host Casey Harper sits down with U.S. Congressman Michael Guest to unpack to unpack the government shutdown and how President Trump managed to do the impossible at the southern border. Rep. Guest shares how his personal faith shapes his work in Congress and guides his decision-making. The two also dive into the ongoing government shutdown—what’s behind it, what needs to be resolved—and discuss how Republicans and the Trump administration have worked together to strengthen border security and prioritize the interests of the American people.

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Send us a text This week Greg sat down with Cody Fields, Owner of Westminster Effects and Host of Westminster Effects Doxology Podcast . They discussed the wave of AI music sweeping the industry. They then turned their attention to this question: Should young christian men use government assistance to provide for their family? Is it a sin to use SNAP? Medicare? Both Greg & Cody give biblical references for their thoughts. Enjoy! Click HERE for your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists Click HERE for your complete seating and furnishing needs from K&K Furnishings Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Get your free consultation with Dominion Wealth Strategists today! The only distinctly reformed wealth company! CLICK HERE! 1689 Cigars: The absolute best cigars on earth! Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate