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Consider the life of an Olympian athlete: they are some of the most  disciplined people on the planet. That discipline and focus on competing in the games take over every aspect of their lives. So it should be for us, as Christians, as we run our earthly race, with a unique promised eternal reward waiting for us at the finish line, all because of Christ's sacrifice on the cross. This is the wisdom Abi Byrd delivers today as she discusses the dedication that Christians should have in their pursuit of holiness and wisdom. Abi is an author and speaker who helps women understand integral Biblical texts like the book of Romans. She decries the god of “busyness” and advises women to take a step back and let God do the striving for us. She also encourages parents to model Christian charity and grace for their children and participate together in community service.TAKEAWAYSRomans can help women who struggle with insecurity or broken relationshipsIn the book of Romans, Paul draws the readers' eyes back to the fulfilled promises God made to AbrahamStop comparing yourself to unrealistic expectations on social media and focus on God's WordUnderstanding the historical context of the Bible is essential when applying it to our modern-day lives

This holiday season, who can you bless or honor with God's love? Abi Byrd is a speaker and the author of an eight-week devotional, You Stand in Grace - Devotions for Walking in Faith. Abi has seen firsthand how the Gospel has transformed lives and how community plays an integral role in honoring the Lord and blessing other Christians. Her devotional focuses on the rich Gospel truths of Romans. She points out that the book of Romans has a community aspect to it, and how this serves as an example of how important a healthy church community dynamic is. We want to be able to love each other and gather together in the Holy Spirit, even if we disagree, Abi says. We can't do that if we're on an island all by ourselves! Serve others in your church and community and discover how you're blessed in the process.TAKEAWAYSRomans speaks very clearly about the marks of a true Christian, chief among them being lovePart of worshiping the Lord and honoring Him is coming together in fellowship with other believersWe should move toward people who are often excluded rather than awayWe will be living in community in heaven - get started now and reach out to those around you

People who live on the streets, homeless and alone, need one thing first and foremost: LOVE. Pastor Rodrigo Santos, a missionary in South Africa with Grace of God International Church, shares how the homeless and suffering desperately need compassion from other believers. He grew up serving others in Brazil and then was inspired to help show God's love to the homeless population in Rio, after seeing so many people struggling to survive on the streets. Most people, he says, are not homeless because they want to be, but because of some terrible life circumstance that put them there. As fellow believers, we must come to their aid. And while donations of food and clothing are always appreciated, the most important thing we can do is teach them the Gospel. “Once their mindset changes, everything changes,” Rodrigo says.TAKEAWAYSHomeless people are humans just like us - they have real feelings and real dreams and any one of us can find ourselves homelessIt's not just about giving food, it's about changing the heartSee the needs of the people in the community around you and address them as you canThe church is most effective in addressing the homeless issue when believers come together to figure out a solution

Counter Culture Ministries (CCM) is going strong thanks to the generous support of incredible viewers like you. Many Christian families are getting the guidance and resources they need, because of your generosity. CCM Executive Director Luke Griffin gives an update on the exciting new partnership with Angel Studios! He shares various ways you can support our mission from cash gifts, to donating appreciated stocks, business interests, real estate, and even cryptocurrency through The Signatry. Please consider becoming a monthly partner, which will help us establish a stable budget for next year, allowing us to plan accordingly. God has multiplied our message over the past 5 years, making the program available on over 35 TV networks, major podcast platforms, as well as 179 radio stations on American Family Radio. We would be honored to have you join this mission and help us reach more people with the Gospel in 2026.TAKEAWAYSThe biggest expansion happened in June with our program launching on 11 more TV networks and we've seen major social media growthWe are seeking: one $10,000 monthly donor, two $5,000 monthly donors, and five $1,000 monthly donors at CounterCultureMom.comYou can also donate in a variety of ways: cryptocurrencies, appreciated stocks, and more by visiting TheSignatry.comWith a fully funded production, we can expand our radio reach from one weekend program to a daily show - we need your support

To live a healthy and fruitful life, we need to be able to set wise and healthy boundaries that protect ourselves not only from harm or exhaustion, but also our ability to serve the Lord fully. Jim Newheiser is the director of Christian Counseling at Reformed Theological Seminary, and he is the author of Do I Need Boundaries? Seeking to Please God By Learning to Say No. How do you deal with tricky situations in life that may push you into environments that are unsafe, unwise, or simply spiritually inappropriate? How can you navigate your loyalty to Christ without being offensive to others and still show Christian hospitality? Base your life decisions on the teachings of Jesus Christ and use His wisdom as a grid for making choices. TAKEAWAYSSometimes, making decisions to say yes or no involves personal sacrificeWhen faced with a difficult situation, ask yourself first if participating will endanger your relationship with the LordJesus warned us that there would be divisions in families over loyalty to Him (Luke 12:49-26)The mission field of the home is just as important as the mission field of the church

“Four essential elements of Biblical manhood are joy, community, accountability, and identity,” says Alan Hahn, the founder and CEO of Iron Academy, a private, all-male Christian school for boys ages 6-12. Alan's school focuses on forging these boys into the men God created them to be by teaching them essential life skills, such as leadership, and by providing rites of passage that strengthen their sense of healthy masculinity. He discusses the use of thriving spiritual formation, helpful correction, and joyful discipleship in a loving and trusted environment - elements that cultivate a young man's identity and challenge him to work harder and achieve more. In a society that is starving for the truth, Christian men can be a countercultural light in the darkness by becoming all that God created them to be. TAKEAWAYSMen and fathers of all ages can learn from Alan's book, The Iron Academy: Forging Young Men Who Fight For The KingSpiritual formation does not happen without healthy shame or positive correctionA rite of passage requires separation from ‘normal' life and the administration of some kind of testLeadership training is a key element of forging young boys into men

Our society has neglected to raise boys to be great men. Modern culture has abandoned traditional rites of passage that demand a departure from boyhood and a transition into manhood. This stark reality is a problem that Alan Hahn not only observed but is addressing right now with a special ministry aimed at forging purpose and a brotherhood for boys. Boys, who are eagerly learning to become men of God. Alan is the CEO and founder of Iron Academy, a school that provides curriculum, community, and training for young men who seek courage, conviction, and honor rooted in the Word of God. Iron Academy is a Bible-based pathway for cultivating healthy, nurturing, and powerful manhood the way that God designed it. TAKEAWAYSCultural decline can be linked to the broad decline of strength in modern menModern culture has ‘dumbed down' what it means to be a manThe erosion of Biblical manhood ultimately hurts women and children in a variety of waysOne step men can take every day to become men of God: read the Bible and teach it to your children

She is the CEO of Evelyn J. Taylor Ministries and the author of In & Out of Season: Thriving in Life's Transitions. After walking with her husband through a decade-long journey with cancer, she knows what it takes to survive dark and difficult days, and how to find strength in God's promises in the midst and aftermath of tragedy. She touches on the importance of community and compassion amid sorrow and grief. Clarity comes after obedience, she says. Don't feel stuck. Cherish the season you're in and look forward to the next one!TAKEAWAYSWhen you feel stuck, it may be a signal to get perspectiveRemember, even when you feel trapped, God is still workingBeing in community helps people remember that God is in the midst of all suffering and transitional phases of lifeGod is always for you, and He always has great plans for you

TAKEAWAYSSurrender means giving up your will for God'sAfter her first stroke, Ramona had to relearn how to walk and after her second stroke, she overcame her grief and anger by leaning on GodRamona's book tells the full story of her life: Prisoner of Hope Captured by GraceFor Ramona, surrendering her will meant choosing to fight for recovery even though she wanted to die

TAKEAWAYSYou are stronger than you know you are and God gets us through our trials day by dayGod can move mountains that we feel are impossible to moveBe intentional in finding little bits of joy and fun, even in the midst of trials and tribulationsReach out to someone who is going through a difficult season and bless them with something sweet, like coffee or a meal

TAKEAWAYSYour internal world is the internal conversation you're always having with yourselfTake a day to reconnect with Jesus and get back on track with Him - what good is living water if we're not drinking itWe tend to be reactionary to our internal state rather than being cultivators of itYour mind, will, and emotions work together to form your inner state, which is often in a state of chaos

TAKEAWAYSNot everything must be perfect - just enjoy the little moments in life and create more memorable moments in your lifeThe Lord is the ultimate administrator of justiceOur world needs truth and justice, and people who are willing to demonstrate and stand up for bothTo be an effective servant of Christ, you have to be balanced and healthy

TAKEAWAYSGreg says some pastors are cowards for not addressing the topic of demonic attacksSin is usually the starting point of demonic influence, so people just need to deal with sin in their lives, and deliverance isn't necessaryA key component of addressing spiritual oppression: read the Bible and get serious about prayerSurround yourself with strong Christians who will pray over you and with you

TAKEAWAYSThe Devil is filled with fury because he knows his time is shortJesus poured out the Holy Spirit in Acts 2Encourage one another daily amid the trials and tribulations of lifeIf anyone would dissuade you from the gospel, let them be cursed (Galatians 1:8)

TAKEAWAYSPossession in Scripture seems to portray those who are under the full control of a demonic spiritOppression is a spiritual attack from OUTSIDE the bodyThe formative days of youth are influential in shaping a child's trajectory later in lifeKnow what your kids are watching and ingesting on TV and on social media because our children become a product of their environment

TAKEAWAYSThe fiery darts of the enemy won't penetrate and destroy those who are strong in ChristThe whole world currently lies under the power of the Devil and his evil plans (1 John 5:19)We are “demonized” through sin, however repentance is directly connected to freedom from demonic activityDo not partake in activities that are explicitly condemned in Scripture (1 Corinthians 10:20-21)

TAKEAWAYSThere is so much beauty and healing in living a communal life with other ChristiansConfessing our sins and repenting results in receiving God's forgivenessThe Bible tells us to confess our sins to each other for full healingOur job as Christians is to be faithful day by day and leave the outcomes to the Lord

TAKEAWAYSNot forgiving others is a voluntary form of suffering and refusing to forgive, over time, does damage to our soulsWe can choose to hold onto an offense, or we can choose to forgiveThere are four components to forgiveness: forgiving others, asking for forgiveness, forgiving ourselves, forgiving a false idea of who God isWe were created by a God who is in pursuit of His creation

TAKEAWAYSPhylis's mother was abusive, but the seeds of trauma that led to that behavior were planted generations beforePhylis was a highly sensitive child, but her sensitivity was degraded by her motherPhylis says she always felt God's presence, even as a childPhylis's book, Unmothered: Life with a Mom Who Couldn't Love Me, offers more details about forgiveness especially in difficult situations

TAKEAWAYSDon't be defined by what happened to you, but defined by the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ and His love and graceGod is just, and He will administer justice and righteous vengeance on His own time, not oursWe tend to be impatient and short-tempered with one another when someone offends usChristians should never be thinking about revenge or executing it

TAKEAWAYSWhen someone tells you they're sorry, believe themSometimes we use ‘oopsie-grade' responses to ‘sin-grade' offensesForgiveness does not mean that we don't hurt anymore, but it does invite others to join us in a healthier lifestyleForgiveness accepts the responsibility of bringing a real hurt to someone's attention

TAKEAWAYSForgiveness can take time because the person who has been hurt is often still in painThe way out of nagging and ignoring is genuine repentanceAcknowledging wrongdoing is a key first step in moving toward restorationForgiving others does not excuse their actions, but it frees you from carrying pain or anger

TAKEAWAYSThe most important lesson Inez put into practice: loving the person who hurt her the mostInez's story is about a great God who walks with her through the valley of the shadow of deathInez's husband fell for a worldly idea that he needed to live his ‘best life,' but it left him broken and hurt those who loved him the mostInez strove to be a Proverbs 31 woman

TAKEAWAYSOne of the key phases of forgiveness is the ‘uncovering' phase, which focuses on examining the negative effects that injustice has had on usGet forgivingly FIT! Think broadly about WHO someone is beyond a person who perpetrated injustices against youForgiveness is a choiceForgiveness is heroic because it's incredibly difficult to do, yet we want to be an example of Jesus to others who are watching

TAKEAWAYSCarrie observed many negative reactions among those who took the COVID-19 vaccineSatan wants to be like God - he would love to invade our thoughts and minds with synthetic techToday's technocratic threats are a physical manifestation of a very real spiritual warDo a heavy metal and nanotech detox by mixing 2 cups baking soda, 2 cups rock salt, and ¼ cup borax and soak 20 minutes in hot water

TAKEAWAYSNanobots are the building blocks for self-assembly in the bodyNano and microrobots contain semiconducting metals and they can self-assemble within the body and use toxic heavy metals.Microrobots (nanotech) can communicate with each other inside the bodyTechnocrats hope to use this nanotechnology to upload information straight from the human body and brain and into the cloud

TAKEAWAYSSome believe that nanotechnology will eventually be able to connect the brain to the internetGlobalists will install a one-world religion during the End Times, and interlinking technology may assist them in carrying out their agendaIf you think nanotechnology can't be used in a harmful way, realize that mainstream media outlets are lying to you about its purposeNanotech may be a way for globalists to surveil who is worshipping the Beast during the Tribulation

TAKEAWAYSDigital IDs and biomarkers are not just the way of the future - they are currently being used in every facet of societyThe United Nations wants to give every human a digital biomarker by 2030A super-AI entity may be part of the End Times' universal Antichrist religionThe human body is a temple for God, and nanotechnology is seeking to literally disrupt that temple

TAKEAWAYSThe world is moving closer to digital slaveryAccording to some, CERN has identified at least 17 new dimensionsIn the near future, the government may implement Project Blue Beam to create mass illusions to manipulate the populaceVictor suggests that the elites may even stage a fake alien invasion to frighten people and force them to comply to the New World Order

TAKEAWAYSMore fallen angels will be released from their prisons in the end times (Revelation 9:14-15)This final unshackling of these evil forces is part of the battle between God and Satan in the Last DaysJoel postulates that Mt. Muntar could be the location where the bound angels will be released fromOccultists and Satan worshippers may try to conjure up ‘portals' to bring about the arrival of evil spiritual entities

TAKEAWAYSAn Illuminati Primer: Understanding The System Through the Eyes of Its Whistleblowers, introduces readers to the world of secret societiesSome believe that the Bermuda Triangle may be a spiritual hotspotOther children's books that use portals include Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll, and Harry Potter, by J.K. RowlingYou might be surprised how many seemingly average members of your local circle are members of the occult

TAKEAWAYSNot every UFO witness is willing to give their testimony on national television, but many are choosing to share in great detailMany people, including pilots and members of the military are reporting seeing ‘tic-tac' or triangular-shaped objects in the skyConstituents in Eric's district, the topic of UFOs is one topic they are passionate aboutEric has also done considerable work declassifying the files on JFK, RFK, and Martin Luther King Jr.

TAKEAWAYSBabylon will represent seven major nations on the Earth during the end times and is depicted by the seven rays on the Statue of LibertyBabylon will be destroyed by fire in one hour as the bride escapes through the open door in the twinkling of an eye (Rev. 3:8-11)Repent, return, and prepare for what lies aheadNations must decide if they will side with God or if they will side with the antichrist

TAKEAWAYSCall Steve's ministry at 1-800-782-4253 and mention The Counter Culture Mom Show for a free bookOver 300 world leaders are currently emphasizing the phrase “peace and safety”Currently, America is the mightiest nation on the planet and is positioned to play a major part in the end timesCheck out Steve's book, The United States in Bible Prophecy - The Day of the Dragon is at the Door

TAKEAWAYSThere is a lost and dying world around us that needs to hear the gospel of Jesus ChristDon't give up and never give in when it comes to standing for the truth of the Word of God and the salvation messageThe church is not called to entertain; the church is called to endurePursue the heart of the Father so that you will not be deceived by the Devil

TAKEAWAYS Jesus warns us that people will be greatly deceived in the End Times, which we are currently experiencingIndia, China, and Russia appear to be moving toward fulfilling biblical prophecy as they hint at cementing a coalitionThere will be signs in the sky before the rapture: blood moons and eclipses, which are happening in our current year of 2025For the first time in history, Israel will live-stream the Feast of Trumpets and blow 100 times on the shofar instead of the normal 99

TAKEAWAYSWhen water is struck by microwaves, it will oscillate and cause frictional heatingWhen metals are struck by microwaves, electrical eddy currents are induced that cause resistive heating of the metalsHawaii government officials have been gaslighting displaced residents by using cognitive dissonance as a cover for plausible deniability15 Minute “Smart Cities” are small zones meant to limit human movement and wealth and are same locations as recent fires

TAKEAWAYSIf California loses its database of illegal voters, it could have a chance to restore common-sense policiesIt's difficult to enforce fair voting in California due to its restrictions against voter IDThe left has lost a lot of ground in previous “swing states” that are now solidly RepublicanGlobalists in office in California hate America, hate capitalism, and hate independently-generated wealth

TAKEAWAYSMichelle contends that there are too many details about the Maui fires that don't line upMedia wasn't allowed in for 30 days, homeowners weren't allowed back for 90 days, no fly zone, 5 mile long dust screen was addedBodies burn from the outside-in during a natural fire, not the inside-out as in Maui, which would lead to a possible DEW involvementBlue objects in Lahaina and LA didn't burn - another indicator DEWs were used and people were threatened with arrest if they took photos

TAKEAWAYSFederal land grabs are usually done under the guise of “national security”There has never been a final accounting of how many people actually died in the Maui firesThere are anomalous factors in both Lahaina and Los Angeles that suggest there could have been a pre-planned element to the disastersThe Constitution does not victimize anyone - people ignoring the Constitution are responsible for that

TAKEAWAYSWhen you take a kingdom assignment, you will become an entirely new person as you workIt's not about the money - it's about the lessons learned and the journey along the wayMomentum builds more momentum and then, in turn, builds confidence and successThe one-tenth tithe rule is not fair for those who are too poor to pay it, and it doesn't challenge the wealthy enough

TAKEAWAYSDebt is dangerousDishonest scales are an abomination to the Lord (Proverbs 11:1)When people understand how unfair the financial system is, they are less inclined to participate in the gameThe whole financial system is based upon the concept of doing something for nothing

TAKEAWAYSBitcoin and crypto are the next financial system, moving the world toward a cashless societyIf you know how to use the financial system wisely, you can build wealthWhen you give your money purpose, it ignites creativity and passion about using it for God's gloryThe Bible reminds us to be wise as serpents but harmless as doves (Matt. 10:16)

TAKEAWAYSYour phone is a tracking device that tells app operators where you are at all timesYour credit card data is being sold and used by other companies; therefore, pay with cash whenever possibleFBI whistleblowers have alleged that the intelligence agency has been tracking the credit card transactions of American citizens for decadesWhen we give up the ability to use cash, we set ourselves up for being controlled and censored

TAKEAWAYSJesus went through the worst trauma any human can ever experienceNo two people experience trauma the same way even if facing similar situationsPoint people to Jesus and take your cares to HimBecause Jesus was human and He survived extreme trauma, He does understand what you're going through

TAKEAWAYSSometimes, you just need to sit with someone in their grief and be there for themDon't isolate yourself when you are going through grief - isolation makes you vulnerable to the Devil's attacksYou are not alone - many other people have experienced trauma; find trusted friends and reach outGrief is not something that simply “goes away;” it is a long process of self-work and emotional challenges

TAKEAWAYSChildren who do not have a healthy attachment to a parental figure will seek that attachment out wherever they can find itUnhealthy attachment can lead to abuse or exploitation of children, which leads to traumaTrauma is the perception that your life is at risk, and toxic trauma chemicals can circulate through a child's body even in utero80 percent of kids who come from difficult homes have problems self-regulating their emotions

TAKEAWAYSExercising is a great antidote to anxiety and stress and people who have PTSD or severe trauma don't often trust their own emotionsSometimes, “your reaction to your reaction” can cause stress and traumaTrauma affects us physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually and healing requires that we focus on the same four areasTrauma is something that is a true threat to your life, and it can look a little different for everyone

TAKEAWAYSGetting outside and moving our bodies is a great way to combat sickness and diseaseDARPA is involved in controlling weather patterns for reasons of warfareHigher powers would like to use the weather against the population for manipulation and controlElites want to move people into 15-minute cities, where the environment is tightly controlled

TAKEAWAYSPower-hungry tyrants are destroying the planet as they seek to maintain and broaden their controlWe can speculate that many of these extreme natural disasters are not entirely randomClimate engineering is destroying the protective layer of the atmosphereWe have a very fragile power structure and a population that's hopelessly asleep at the wheel

TAKEAWAYSClimate engineering worsens the overall climate of the planetClimate manipulation and weather engineering are a massive assault on creation and the human raceDane's organization has conducted testing on the atmosphere, and one of their findings was chilling: aluminum nanoparticles in the airMany insidious layers of geoengineering are aimed at accomplishing multiple goals