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Text UsLuke 7:18-28This week on the One Truth they guys pick up in Luke 7, with a question posed by John The Baptist - and we see tons of info in Jesus' answer to him. Old Testament prophets, Old Testament prophecy, and the Savior who was to come and did, all wrapped up in this week's episode, as it heats up across Texas and summer time comes upon us. 

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Why does emotional self-control feel so hard… even when you know better?In this episode of Holistic Life Podcast, Shelby dives into the difference between emotional discipline and emotional suppression — and how the Bible and brain offer a better way to respond when emotions spike. You'll learn:Why self-control is more than willpower (it's brain + Spirit)How to stop stuffing your feelings without spiralingPractical, faith-based tools to regulate instead of reactWhat Jesus teaches us about emotional maturity under pressure"A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.” — Proverbs 25:28This episode will help you pause, breathe, and partner with the Holy Spirit to lead with truth over trauma. Share this episode with a friend who's tired of snapping, spiraling, or shutting down.

reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, Looking from Within, Chapter 1, Looking at Life and Circumstances, pp. 27-28This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2025/03/17/the-sometimes-fortunate-nature-of-misfortune/ Video presentations,interviews and podcast episodes are all available on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net  The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com

Luke 1:26-28This week in our "Christmas Stories" series, we explored the Annunciation narrative from Luke. All throughout Luke's narratives we see that God always keeps his promises, often in unexpected and surprising ways. This message invites you  to make the story of Jesus—His crucifixion and resurrection—the central defining story of your life and to respond to God's offer of salvation.

Read Online“And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.”  Luke 21:28This passage above concludes a series of teachings by Jesus on the suffering and persecution that will come in this world. But His teachings conclude with this line above, which offers great hope in anticipation of Jesus' return in glory. This passage speaks of the prophetic vision of Daniel (Daniel 7:13–14) that terrified Daniel when he saw it. He witnessed the great persecution to come, as well as the destruction of all evil that will accompany the return of the Son of Man.When you think about both the final coming of Christ as well as your own future death, what comes to mind? If you were informed by an angel that tomorrow would be that day, the day that the Son of Man would return in all His splendor and glory to bring about an end to this world and to issue forth His judgment upon it, how would you react? Would you be terrified? Overjoyed? Hopeful? Confused? Perhaps a little of each of these reactions would be present. Of this time, Jesus said that “nations would be in dismay” and that “People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming into the world.” So what is your reaction to this promised day of our Lord?Those who “die of fright” are clearly those who will experience this day completely unprepared. Meeting the Son of Man, the Son of God, the Savior of the World and the Eternal Judge when you are completely unprepared should be frightful. Imagine, for example, that you were hosting a large dinner party and you got your days mixed up. The day arrived and you weren't expecting anyone until the following week, but the guests started to arrive in great numbers. Imagine your anxiety and embarrassment. Such an experience would be nothing compared to being unprepared for the judgment of Christ when we stand before Him at the time of our death and then at the Final Judgment at the end of the world.The good news is that on that day, for those who are truly prepared through a life of faith and selfless service of God's will, they are told to “stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.” If you do all you can to prepare for that day, then it will be a day in which you anticipate with the utmost hope and excitement. You will indeed be able to stand erect, turn your eyes to the coming Judge of All, and receive the eternal reward that He so deeply desires to bestow. But this will be your experience only if you are truly ready for that day through a life lived in complete imitation of Christ. Reflect, today, upon that final day. Imagine every person ever created standing before the Judgment Seat of Christ. Every sin and every virtue will be made manifest on that day. The minds and hearts of all will be seen in the light as they are revealed to all by God. And those who have lived lives of fidelity will rejoice as they see God's justice and His mercy unite as His judgments are issued forth. If this day is one that frightens you, consider the reasons why. If you do not look forward to this definitive moment in time, then perhaps you need to ponder more deeply those things you need to do so as to be fully prepared. Prepare yourself today. Do not wait. Our Lord could return at any time. Do not be caught off guard. My eternal Judge, You promise to return to earth at a definitive moment in time to bring about the fullness of justice. May I always be prepared for that day through a life lived in union with You and Your holy will. I pray for that day to come quickly, dear Lord, and that all Your children will be ready to meet You when You come. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: The Last Judgement by Jose Luiz, via Wikimedia Commons

Hebrews 9:24-28This episode coincides with Reformation Sunday and our time set aside to pray for the persecuted church. Today Pastor Kroeker does a 1st Person account of the life of Hugh Latimer, a 16th century Reformer who was burned at the stake in Oxford, EnglandRecorded live at Bethany Bible Church on: Bethany Radio is a production of Bethany Bible Church in LeRoy, MN.More content and info is available on our website: bethanybibleleroy.com 2024 — Bethany Radio

Read OnlineWhile Jesus was speaking, a woman from the crowd called out and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that carried you and the breasts at which you nursed.” He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.”  Luke 11:27–28This short Gospel reading reveals much about what makes one “blessed” in life. Specifically, Jesus considers those truly blessed who do two things: “hear the word of God” and then “observe it.” Though this seems quite obvious at first read, it is often harder than it seems.The first step to a blessed life is hearing the Word of God. To “hear” implies that we do much more than become familiar with the Gospels. Hearing means we are not only aware of all that our Lord has revealed, it also means that we have truly internalized it, understanding all that our Lord requires of us.Have you heard our Lord? It's important to understand that the Gospel is alive. In other words, becoming familiar with the Word of God is not the same as reading some ancient book of lessons. Rather, hearing the Word of God means we hear a Person: the Son of God, speaking to us and guiding us each step of our lives. God's Word is something that must speak to us every moment of every day, inspiring us to do this and avoid that. It is accomplished through a lifelong habit of prayerful communion with our Lord through which we are attentive to His voice always.Hearing the very Person of the Son of God, the Word made flesh, necessarily implies that we also observe all that He speaks to us. In fact, failure to follow His continuous and gentle command to love will result in us being unable to clearly hear Him at all. We will become confused and will easily become directed by the many other voices in our world, unable to discern the glorious path chosen for us by our Lord.Reflect, today, upon whether or not you struggle in any way with both hearing and observing the voice of God. If this is your struggle, then recommit yourself to a time of humble and wholehearted discovery. Tell our Lord that you are sorry for not being attentive to Him and set yourself on a mission to seek and find Him. Reject the confusion and anxiety of life, reject the many other voices of “wisdom” within our world, and listen for His gentle but clear voice. He is always speaking. He is always calling you. He is always present. Open the eyes of your soul and give Him your full attention. And when you sense Him speaking to you, respond with the utmost generosity and obedience. Doing so will result in you discovering what it means to be truly blessed by our Lord. My blessed Lord, You are glorious beyond all things, and You invite me and all Your creatures to share in Your very life. Give me the grace I need to turn from the confusion and deceptions of life so that I will hear only You and respond only to Your voice. I commit myself to Your holy will, dear Lord. As I do, please bestow upon me every blessing You desire to give. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: A Woman Cries Out in a Crowd By James Tissot, via Brooklyn Museum

Mark 5:1-20 Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gadarenes. And when He had come out of the boat, immediately there met Him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit, The devil will bring storms to distract us, take our focus off God, rob us of our hope, trust and faith in god, to steal our dreams and ultimately to destroy God's plans for our life.God will use storms  to help us regain our focus on him, seek refuge under his protection, to remember that He alone is our strong tower and place of safety and prompts us to seek out His purpose and plans for our lifeSo some storms are satanic, others are self inflicted  due to poor choices, bad decisions & a lack of commitment to God's word and some storms are sent by God to bring about His plans and purposes but through it all, we are comforted to know That in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.  Romans 8:28This leads us to the topic of Divine Providence which means, whatever the storm and whatever the reason for the storm, God will work it out on the other side to fulfill His purposes. Through Divine Providence God will see to it that absolutely everything that needs to be done to bring about His purposes and Sovereign Will, will be done!Support the showGrowing our inner man as we connect with God's Word

Read OnlineJesus said, “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You are like whitewashed tombs, which appear beautiful on the outside, but inside are full of dead men's bones and every kind of filth. Even so, on the outside you appear righteous, but inside you are filled with hypocrisy and evildoing.”  Matthew 23:27–28This would not have been an easy thing for the scribes and Pharisees to hear. It is a hard truth, spoken by our Lord, partly in an attempt to shake them free of their sin. And even though they may not have enjoyed hearing this clear condemnation spoken, since it came from the Savior of the World, we can be sure that these are words of the deepest love and were spoken so that these men would repent and change their ways. Perhaps each of us, at times, feels like criticizing another. Most often, when we feel this way, it stems from our own personal sin of anger.Perhaps we were hurt by another and that hurt results in a desire for a form of vengeance that comes from anger. But this was not the case with Jesus.First, these words were spoken by Jesus to his disciples and to the crowds of people, not only to the scribes and Pharisees. So in many ways Jesus spoke this for the good of those who were suffering under the misguided leadership of these religious leaders. But Jesus knew that these leaders would also hear His words, so He spoke those words to them. But unlike us, He did it out of perfect virtue so as to care for their souls.At times, each one of us needs to hear Jesus rebuke us in love. If any of the scribes and Pharisees were open at that time, then Jesus' words would have first stung them to the heart but then had the powerful effect of challenging them to change. They needed this and so do we. When we become stuck in our sins, especially if obstinacy sets in, then we need to allow Jesus to challenge us firmly. Such a challenge can be rattling, but that rattling is sometimes necessary. Emotion and passion can lead to sin, but it can also lead to repentance and conversion. The passion with which Jesus spoke became an instrument by which their own passions made them sit up and take notice. The result was that they either became more steeped in their sin or they repented. And though most became even more steeped in sin, which ultimately resulted in their persecution and death of Jesus, we can hope that there were some who did repent, such as Nicodemus. Reflect, today, upon the strength of Jesus' words to these religious leaders. Though they were supposed to be both “religious” and “leaders,” they were neither. They needed Jesus' strength, courage and firmness. They needed to be confronted directly and receive the hard and clear truth about their sin. Reflect upon what it is in your own life that Jesus wants to say to you. Is there an area of your life in which our Lord needs to address you with passion, strength, clarity and firmness? Most likely there is. Perhaps not in an area of serious sin like it was with these scribes and Pharisees, but if we are open, Jesus wants to powerfully go after every sin within us. Open yourself to Him and allow Him to help rid you of the sins with which you struggle the most. And be grateful for this grace when He does. My passionate Lord, You hate sin but love the sinner. You perfectly desire to rid me of all sin and all attachment to sin. Please open my mind and heart to hear Your rebukes of Love so that I may respond to Your invitation to repent with all my heart. I love You dear Lord. Free me from sin so that I may love You more. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: Jerusalem - Jesus among the scribes mosaic, via Adobe

Jesus Is Better | How Much Greater Is the New Covenant | Hebrews 9:23-28This year, we're on a series of teachings based on the book of Hebrews and centered on the preeminence of Jesus Christ, “Jesus Is Better.” In today's sermon, our speaker Noah Kulynych discusses just “How Much Great Is the New Covenant” compared to the Old Covenant.

“For the Lord and for Gideon!” Gideon's instructions betray his transformation from fear to arrogance.Tuesday • 8/6/2024 •Tuesday of Proper 13This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Judges 7:1-18; Acts 3:1-11; John 1:19-28This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)

Life emerges from a dead tree, an amazing portraits of the coming Mediator in the book of Numbers.Thursday • 6/27/2024 •This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Numbers 17:1-11; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 20:17-28This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)

Jesus Is Better | Our Foundation| Hebrews 7:26-28This year, we're on a series of teachings based on the book of Hebrews and centered on the preeminence of Jesus Christ, “Jesus Is Better.” In today's sermon, our youth pastor Amanda Mackie challenges us with this question, what is your foundation?, as she encourages us to look to Christ “Our Foundation” no matter where we are and what we face in life.

Send us a Text Message.Acts 27-28This week we wrap up our study of Acts as we study Paul's journey that you can see was a tough one, but one of faith, and perseverance. As we look back on the book of Acts what can we see? The first century church set up. The coming of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2) the brethren persecuted, beaten, threatened, killed, and we see the power of God at hand at He sets ups His church in this age. We see the apostles and others carry out their mission, even too the face of martrydom in the battle of the heavenly realm and the salvation of the saints. 

Do you have hope? John Mark explores the life-changing message of Easter by showing us the hope found in the story of Jesus and his resurrection. Key Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 15v1-28This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Christopher from Superior, Colorado; Jonathan from Langley, BC; Kathy from Colorado Springs, Colorado; Kayne from Phoenix, Arizona; and Ryan from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

Third Sunday of Advent The Collect: Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen. Old Testament: Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 1The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release to the prisoners; 2to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; 3to provide for those who mourn in Zion— to give them a garland instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, the mantle of praise instead of a faint spirit. They will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, to display his glory. 4They shall build up the ancient ruins, they shall raise up the former devastations; they shall repair the ruined cities, the devastations of many generations. 8For I the Lord love justice, I hate robbery and wrongdoing; I will faithfully give them their recompense, and I will make an everlasting covenant with them. 9Their descendants shall be known among the nations, and their offspring among the peoples; all who see them shall acknowledge that they are a people whom the Lord has blessed. 10I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my whole being shall exult in my God; for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation, he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself with a garland, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. 11For as the earth brings forth its shoots, and as a garden causes what is sown in it to spring up, so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring up before all the nations. Psalm: Psalm 126 or Canticle 3 or Canticle 15 1 When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *        then were we like those who dream. 2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, *        and our tongue with shouts of joy. 3 Then they said among the nations, *       “The Lord has done great things for them.” 4 The Lord has done great things for us, *        and we are glad indeed. 5 Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *        like the watercourses of the Negev. 6 Those who sowed with tears *        will reap with songs of joy. 7 Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *        will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves. or My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior; *         for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: *        the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him *        in every generation. He has shown the strength of his arm, *        he has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, *        and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, *        and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel, *        for he has remembered his promise of mercy, The promise he made to our fathers, *        to Abraham and his children for ever. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *        as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Epistle: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 16Rejoice always, 17pray without ceasing, 18give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19Do not quench the Spirit. 20Do not despise the words of prophets, 21but test everything; hold fast to what is good; 22abstain from every form of evil. 23May the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this. Gospel: John 1:6-8, 19-28 6There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7He came as a witness to testify to the light, so that all might believe through him. 8He himself was not the light, but he came to testify to the light. 19This is the testimony given by John when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?” 20He confessed and did not deny it, but confessed, “I am not the Messiah.” 21And they asked him, “What then? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the prophet?” He answered, “No.” 22Then they said to him, “Who are you? Let us have an answer for those who sent us. What do you say about yourself?” 23He said, “I am the voice of one crying out in the wilderness, ‘Make straight the way of the Lord,'” as the prophet Isaiah said. 24Now they had been sent from the Pharisees. 25They asked him, “Why then are you baptizing if you are neither the Messiah, nor Elijah, nor the prophet?”26John answered them, “I baptize with water. Among you stands one whom you do not know, 27the one who is coming after me; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandal.” 28This took place in Bethany across the Jordan where John was baptizing.

Ever thought about how eerily precise AI can mimic human physical appearance and voice? Welcome to an episode that dissects this disturbing development and offers insights into what it means for privacy and authenticity. We will also put the spotlight on the ethical questions posed by the use of AI in music, as we talk about the Beatles' AI-assisted song "Now and Then". Our special guest, Gwen Way, joins us in our gadgets and gear segment, introducing us to the latest trend in tech gadgetry - the Brio Box, a quarterly surprise box that promises a minimum value of $300 per box.  We will also delve into the issues with Apple's fulfillment centers and the vulnerability of scams in this holiday season.Then take a fascinating detour into the world of audiobooks and find out why Spotify is pulling out all the stops to lead this sector. We then provide help for those picking a new sound system for your TV this holiday season.  So, buckle up for an hour of illuminating technology discussions, served with a side of whiskey mumbling and plenty of fun.Episode 179: Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm® AI is top and center. We will continue our discussion from last week with Phil. This week, we will discuss how Artificial Intelligence has become so advanced that it can now mimic people's physical looks with great accuracy. This has led to some problems, which we will discuss in detail. In other news, the Beatles' 'last' song, 'Now And Then,' was recently finished using AI technology. The song features all four band members and is a genuine Beatles recording. It's quite emotional, and Paul McCartney has described it as "like John was there."Tune into our live show on TechTimeRadio.com with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hmmm" Technology news of the week for November 12th – 18th, 202--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:52--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:23New tools could make it easier for the public to detect deepfakes and more difficult for AI systems to create them. - https://tinyurl.com/2t79a2yaProducers used AI to finish The Beatles' 'last' song, 'Now And Then' - https://tinyurl.com/ydwcj49f Audiobooks are a hot asset and Spotify is making a run at becoming the leader - https://tinyurl.com/ycx354zk --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:23John J. Bowman - Single Barrel | 100 Proof| $55 MSRP--- [Gadgets and Gear with Gwen Way]: Starts at 25:27We review the BREOBOX - https://www.breobox.com/--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 36:19November 12, 2000 - Microsoft Declares Tablets Are the Future --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 39:35Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 44:07 This week's “Technology Fail” comes to us from APPLE.--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 48:11Question: Holiday Scams are all around us, speaking of scams is there a scam that you were close to being victimized by?  --- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 52:32ARC'ed Out - We explore soundbar Technology for your Holiday Shopping--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:43John J. Bowman - Single Barrel | 100 Proof| $55 MSRPMike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

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What gives you hope for the future? John Mark contrasts the negative news cycle of our age with the good news of Jesus: that he's overcome death and is returning that we might walk in his resurrection.Key Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 15v1-28This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Eric from Lake Zurich, Illinois; Matt from Conway, Arkansas; Zodwa from Spring, Texas; Annie from McKinney, Texas; and Steven from New York, New York. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

While Jesus was speaking, a woman from the crowd called out and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that carried you and the breasts at which you nursed.” He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” Luke 11:27–28This short Gospel reading reveals much about what makes one “blessed” in life. Specifically, Jesus considers those truly blessed who do two things: “hear the word of God” and then “observe it.” Though this seems quite obvious at first read, it is often harder than it seems.The first step to a blessed life is hearing the Word of God. To “hear” implies that we do much more than become familiar with the Gospels. Hearing means we are not only aware of all that our Lord has revealed, it also means that we have truly internalized it, understanding all that our Lord requires of us.Have you heard our Lord? It's important to understand that the Gospel is alive. In other words, becoming familiar with the Word of God is not the same as reading some ancient book of lessons. Rather, hearing the Word of God means we hear a Person: the Son of God, speaking to us and guiding us each step of our lives. God's Word is something that must speak to us every moment of every day, inspiring us to do this and avoid that. It is accomplished through a lifelong habit of prayerful communion with our Lord through which we are attentive to His voice always.Hearing the very Person of the Son of God, the Word made flesh, necessarily implies that we also observe all that He speaks to us. In fact, failure to follow His continuous and gentle command to love will result in us being unable to clearly hear Him at all. We will become confused and will easily become directed by the many other voices in our world, unable to discern the glorious path chosen for us by our Lord. Reflect, today, upon whether or not you struggle in any way with both hearing and observing the voice of God. If this is your struggle, then recommit yourself to a time of humble and wholehearted discovery. Tell our Lord that you are sorry for not being attentive to Him and set yourself on a mission to seek and find Him.Reject the confusion and anxiety of life, reject the many other voices of “wisdom” within our world, and listen for His gentle but clear voice. He is always speaking. He is always calling you. He is always present. Open the eyes of your soul and give Him your full attention. And when you sense Him speaking to you, respond with the utmost generosity and obedience. Doing so will result in you discovering what it means to be truly blessed by our Lord.My blessed Lord, You are glorious beyond all things, and You invite me and all Your creatures to share in Your very life. Give me the grace I need to turn from the confusion and deceptions of life so that I will hear only You and respond only to Your voice. I commit myself to Your holy will, dear Lord. As I do, please bestow upon me every blessing You desire to give. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2023 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Jesus said, “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You are like whitewashed tombs, which appear beautiful on the outside, but inside are full of dead men's bones and every kind of filth. Even so, on the outside you appear righteous, but inside you are filled with hypocrisy and evildoing.” Matthew 23:27–28This would not have been an easy thing for the scribes and Pharisees to hear. It is a hard truth, spoken by our Lord, partly in an attempt to shake them free of their sin. And even though they may not have enjoyed hearing this clear condemnation spoken, since it came from the Savior of the World, we can be sure that these are words of the deepest love and were spoken so that these men would repent and change their ways.Perhaps each of us, at times, feels like criticizing another. Most often, when we feel this way, it stems from our own personal sin of anger. Perhaps we were hurt by another and that hurt results in a desire for a form of vengeance that comes from anger. But this was not the case with Jesus.First, these words were spoken by Jesus to his disciples and to the crowds of people, not only to the scribes and Pharisees. So in many ways Jesus spoke this for the good of those who were suffering under the misguided leadership of these religious leaders. But Jesus knew that these leaders would also hear His words, so He spoke those words to them. But unlike us, He did it out of perfect virtue so as to care for their souls.At times, each one of us needs to hear Jesus rebuke us in love. If any of the scribes and Pharisees were open at that time, then Jesus' words would have first stung them to the heart but then had the powerful effect of challenging them to change. They needed this and so do we. When we become stuck in our sins, especially if obstinacy sets in, then we need to allow Jesus to challenge us firmly. Such a challenge can be rattling, but that rattling is sometimes necessary. Emotion and passion can lead to sin, but it can also lead to repentance and conversion. The passion with which Jesus spoke became an instrument by which their own passions made them sit up and take notice. The result was that they either became more steeped in their sin or they repented. And though most became even more steeped in sin, which ultimately resulted in their persecution and death of Jesus, we can hope that there were some who did repent, such as Nicodemus.Reflect, today, upon the strength of Jesus' words to these religious leaders. Though they were supposed to be both “religious” and “leaders,” they were neither. They needed Jesus' strength, courage and firmness. They needed to be confronted directly and receive the hard and clear truth about their sin. Reflect upon what it is in your own life that Jesus wants to say to you. Is there an area of your life in which our Lord needs to address you with passion, strength, clarity and firmness? Most likely there is. Perhaps not in an area of serious sin like it was with these scribes and Pharisees, but if we are open, Jesus wants to powerfully go after every sin within us. Open yourself to Him and allow Him to help rid you of the sins with which you struggle the most. And be grateful for this grace when He does.My passionate Lord, You hate sin but love the sinner. You perfectly desire to rid me of all sin and all attachment to sin. Please open my mind and heart to hear Your rebukes of Love so that I may respond to Your invitation to repent with all my heart. I love You dear Lord. Free me from sin so that I may love You more. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2023 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

August 21, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaAlignment: Does It Matter?Episode No. 28This week Giana leads with an intro that addresses new listeners, she shares information about upcoming yoga retreats, and she gets personal about whats been going on for her. Then Bradshaw joins the conversation and they begin to talk about Alignment and pose the question: Is there a right or wrong way to do things? They both share their viewpoints on alignment and discuss if the rules matter and how or why things might be altered. In doing so they give three examples: warrior one, wheel, and triangle pose. Of course they can't resist tangents, advice for new teachers, and funny stories.Thank you for listening and as always, rate, review, and subscribe! 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Gigglers - theres so much to update you on!06:18 Bradshaw Joins in the Convo07:35 Does Alignment Matter?08:39 Bradshaws Thoughts on This11:22 Giana Shares her Thoughts13:22 Different Variations of Warrior 1 20:20 Having a Broad Perspective21:00 Different Variations of Wheel Pose26:20 Different Variations of Triangle Pose 35:52 Linear Thinking Versus Nuance 39:03 Critical Thinking, Growth, and Discernment42:22 The Funny Thing about Yoga48:00 Closing Thoughts and OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Isaiah 56:1, 6-7; Matthew 15:21-28This weekend's Gospel is such an interesting one. We hear and see Jesus presented in a unique manner not otherwise seen in the Gospel. Jesus shows resistance to the outsider. Was this a test? Was it a cultural blind spot? I don't have that answer. But what we do know and what comes through clearly in both readings is that there is no "us and them". No "in and out'. Any walls we create in our own lives must be taken down. God's house shall be a house for all peoples...not just the ones we think are in.Special thanks to Bridget Zenk for her composition and performing of our intake and outtake music. And thank you for opening yourself to the Word of God. Comments? Questions? Send them my way at pdjoezenk@gmail.com

Have you ever wondered what might happen if video streaming giant Netflix ventured into the gaming industry? We bring you an intriguing exploration of Netflix's audacious plans of releasing a video game console to challenge the supremacy of Xbox and PlayStation. Get ready as we also delve into the fascinating world of Elon Musk and the peculiar items he has decided to auction off from Twitter- from oversized bird cages to a DJ booth.We are excited to have our tech maestro, Nick Espinosa, explore the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing as millions of healthcare records have been stolen, Nick provides us with his invaluable insights into the cybersecurity world. Things lighten up a bit as we chuckle over his experience at the Star Trek convention in Las Vegas and his take on Musk's unusual auction decision. In this episode, we also reminisce about the 1997 Apple and Microsoft alliance - a game-changing event in the tech industry. We offer a fresh perspective on this deal, taking into account the antitrust angle, and Microsoft's role in aiding its nemesis. To round it all off, our whiskey savant, Marc Gregoire, guides a tasting session and shares his expert verdict on our selection of the day. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a shot of whiskey as we traverse the exhilarating world of technology together. Tune in to Tech Time Radio for the latest updates and news in the technology world.Episode 166 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Streaming Service Viewing has Overtaken Television Viewing, like 70 years ago when TV Viewing replaced Radio Listening. Then, Is Netflix looking to release a video game console to compete with PlayStation and Xbox, and why is Elon Musk having an auction?  Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for August 13th – 19th, 2023--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 3:09--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:50Netflix Is Testing Its Video Games Service On More Devices - https://tinyurl.com/yeyued49Elon Musk to auction Twitter signs and other memorabilia - https://tinyurl.com/msd47p9bLG is bringing the quirky, one-of-a-kind StanbyME Go to the United States - https://tinyurl.com/bab2vy5m Television Accounts for Less than Half of U.S. Viewing Time for the First Time - https://tinyurl.com/2cwbrz95--- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 20:06Frank August Small Batch Straight Bourbon | 100 Proof | $70.00 --- [Ask the Expert with Guest Nick Espinosa]: Starts at 22:46Nick explains the world of Cyber-crime and the latest security breaches.Colorado says millions had their healthcare data stolen after MOVEit breachProgressive Casualty Insurance Company (“Progressive”) breachAttempt by Russian state hackers to penetrate Ukrainian military systems.  --- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 36:43August 14, 2006, Dell and Sony admit Laptops could catch on Fire! --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 39:12Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 42:58Nathan gets behind the real reason for the August 6, 1997, Apple and Microsoft Truce  --- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 50:04--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 53:18Frank August Small Batch Straight Bourbon | 100 Proof | $70.00Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

Step with us into the intriguing world of technology, where we uncover a thrilling story of a gargantuan $4.5 billion Bitcoin laundering scheme. Imagine Bonnie and Clyde in the digital age, as we share the tale of Razzlekhan and her partner in crime, who tried to hide their tech-based thievery by pouring the ill-gotten gains into a rap career. We're peeling back the layers on one of the biggest crypto heists ever.Now, if you've ever wondered about the shadowy realm of state-sponsored hacking, let us enlighten you. This episode takes a deep dive into the exploits of North Korea's notorious hacking group, SCARCRUFT. Through their lens, we explore the attack on a Russian space rocket designer, revealing the strategies they employed to breach the system. But we're not only looking at expert hackers; we're also discussing the emerging research showing that your passwords could be at risk just from the sound of your keystrokes. That's right, the click-clack of your keyboard might be all a savvy snoop needs to uncover your login credentials.And what would a jaunt around the tech world be without a stop at the giants themselves, Apple and Microsoft? We're taking you back to 1997, a pivotal year when Microsoft extended a $150 million lifeline to Apple, and rescuing Microsoft from a litany of patent infringement lawsuits. Episode 165 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Researchers steal passwords using only keyboard sounds and why North Korea hacked Russia for Missile Information. Next, we have a story of Bonnie and Clyde gone wrong as Razzlekhan and her husband were found guilty of a $4.5bn Bitcoin launder heist. Plus, Mike dives into social media algorithms exploiting how humans learn from their peers. Finally, did Microsoft save Apple back in the '90s? We explore this story with some insider information.  Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for August 6th – 12th, 2023 --- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 3:06--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:27Razzlekhan and husband guilty of $4.5bn Bitcoin launder - https://tinyurl.com/mr48u4wy Social media algorithms exploit how humans learn from their peers - https://tinyurl.com/4773vn4m The North Korean state-sponsored hacking group ScarCruft has been linked to a cyberattack on Russia - https://tinyurl.com/3bn3229y--- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 22:48Black Velvet Blended Canadian Whisky | 80 Proof | $7.99  --- [Gadgets and Gear with Gwen Way]: Starts at 25:09Lumideck- Detachable Keyboard And Touchscreen --- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 43:08August 6, 1997- Apple and Microsoft Call a Truce--- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 45:34Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 48:18This week's “Technology Fail” comes to us from Tesla as they have been jailbroken --- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 51:39 --- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 54:03Using Notes the iPhone application for tracking of airline flights.  --- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:58Black Velvet Blended Canadian Whisky | 80 Proof | $7.99Mike: Thumbs DownNathan: Thumbs Up

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Tuesday morning, the 8th of August, 2023, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Exodus 4:1-2:Then Moses answered and said, “But suppose they will not believe me or listen to my voice; suppose they say, ‘The Lord has not appeared to you.' “So the Lord said to him, “What is that in your hand? He said, “A rod.” (A stick).“The ants are a people not strong,Yet they prepare their food in the summer; The rock badgers are a feeble folk,Yet they make their homes in the crags;The locusts have no king,Yet they all advance in ranks;The spider skillfully grasps with its hands,And it is in kings' palaces.”Proverbs 30:25-28This morning, my dear friend, I believe the Lord wants to say to you and me, use what you have and do not envy others. If we look at history, Abraham was a farmer, David was a shepherd, Peter was a fisherman, Paul was a tent-maker, Matthew was a tax collector and the Son of God, the Saviour of the world, Jesus Christ, was a carpenter. We need to get away from this entitlement mentality. “Woe is me! I didn't have a good opportunity! I did not have a chance!” Every one of these men that I have just mentioned moved mountains for God. There wasn't one of them that was an academic, as it were, maybe apart from Paul, the Apostle. But I want to say to you today, they used what they had like the ant, like the dassie - the rock badger, like the locust, like the spider. They work with what they have got and what they have in their hands and the Lord multiplies it. Go out today and tell people about Jesus in your work situation, and you will be surprised at what will happen.Have a wonderful day,God bless you and goodbye.

Get ready to strap in for a journey that hurtles through a universe of technology.  We'll take a detour into the realm of the unknown, dissecting the sudden loss of contact with the Voyager 2 spacecraft. We'll examine the claims from former US officials about the government's alleged possession of alien vehicles that emerged during the UFO congress hearings. And if that's not enough, we'll also delve into the intriguing world of social media, discussing the rise and fall of Meta's new platform, Threads. We kick things into gear when we crack open the top tech news of the week, from a failed adventure to explore the Titanic to an audacious plan to colonize Venus. Our curiosity is piqued, as we turn our attention to the fascinating undersea world of cables and how they facilitate global communication, connecting us from continent to continent.To lighten the mood, we'll share our tech fails of the week and even indulge in a whiskey-tasting session. So, come along on this thrilling rollercoaster ride of technological marvels, astonishing revelations, and intriguing discussions. We promise you a mind-bending, horizon-expanding adventure in the realm of tech. Buckle up! It's TechTime with Nathan Mumm!Episode 164 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Threads users down by more than a half, OceanGate Co-Founder Wants to Send 1,000 People to Venus, as Company X is all in a Twitter. "Huston, We Have a Problem," as NASA sends the wrong command. Next, We have our informative and funny segment, LETTER's Back, and we talk about cables and transcontinental cabling on our ocean floors.Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 30th – August 5th, 2023--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 3:40--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 5:33Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg says its new social media platform, Threads, has lost more than half its users. - https://tinyurl.com/4hypyssh Search for Voyager 2 After Nasa Accidentally Sends Wrong Command - https://tinyurl.com/33ek656n OceanGate Co-Founder Wants to Send 1,000 People to Venus — Now that sounds like a safe venture. https://tinyurl.com/55b65687MIT engineers create an energy-storing supercapacitor from ancient materials - https://tinyurl.com/nhaw6473 --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:15Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Batch Proof 124.7 (2023 Release) | 124.7 Proof | $140.00 --- [LETTERS]: Starts at 25:39Marc and Nathan share this week's informative emails that were received during the week. This includes scams, phishing emails, and all-out mistruths disguised as legitimate emails.--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 39:22August 5, 1858 - First Transatlantic Telegraph Cable Completed --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 41:27Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 45:49This week's “Technology Fail” comes to us from X (Twitter) Elon Musk company.--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 50:38Multimillion-dollar cables crisscrossing the bottom of the ocean have become vital connections in our online lives.--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 53:23Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Batch Proof 124.7 (2023 Release) | 124.7 Proof | $140.00Marc: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

Ever wonder how technology impinges on productivity? Is it boosting our output or just an illusion of efficiency? Join us as Nathan and Mike, dive straight into this paradox, and also ponder over Twitter's logo transition to an 'X'. With a shot of whiskey from our in-house connoisseur Marc, we navigate the digital maze and bring out the real implications of this change.What if you could prove your humanity to your computer? Intriguing, isn't it? The WorldID concept is just that and much more. We also find time to venture into the world of reality TV, discussing the unique premise of Netflix's new show, Zombieverse. As a special treat, we have Phil Hennessy on board for a fascinating chat about the fusion of human brain cells with AI—a talk that will surely make you question the potential of artificial intelligence.But the tech-talk doesn't stop there. We delve into the Dish Brain System with a Battlestar Galactica storyline. You'll also get to reflect on the historic Cape Canaveral launch.Tune in for a tech ride that's informative, thought-provoking, and entertaining at the same time.Episode 163 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm® Is technology making us more productive? How about scanning your eyeball for some Worldcoin cryptocurrency? Next, are you applying to work for Company X. This all sounds like a Marvel storyline, and yet it is happening now. Phil Hennessy is back on our Chat about Chat segment, and a reality show has contestants surviving a zombie apocalypse. So buckle up, tech enthusiasts, because here at TechTime, we believe that a shot of whiskey and humor makes the technology go down in the most delightful way!" Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 23rd - 29th, 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 3:02--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:26Elon Musk: Twitter rebrands as X and kills off blue bird logo - https://tinyurl.com/2pyy4hzhIs technology making us more productive? - https://tinyurl.com/2mtmmhfb OpenAI's Sam Altman launches Worldcoin crypto project https://tinyurl.com/ysa5tyunNetflix's new reality show has contestants surviving a zombie apocalypse - https://tinyurl.com/46u222kr --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:29Ancient Ancient Age 10 Star | 90 Proof | $13.99 --- [Chat about Chat with Phil]: Starts at 26:19Today we welcome back Phil Hennessy in a monthly segment called "Chat about Chat with Phil" We have a plethora of exciting news to discuss an inside scoop into what Apple is doing with AI.--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 41:30July 24, 1950 - First Rocket Launch from Cape Canaveral--- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 43:21--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 47:30The City of Albuquerque spent thousands on failed technology--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 50:03--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 52:56Microsoft has created a pizza-scented Xbox controller --- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:07Ancient Ancient Age 10 Star | 90 Proof | $13.99 Mike: Thumbs DownNathan: Thumbs Down

Ready for a TechTime ride through the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence? Brace yourself, as we discuss Hollywood's tilt toward AI and the concerns around its potential role in background acting. The ride doesn't stop there - we also navigate the seas of artificial intelligence in music production and Microsoft's new AI Co-Pilot. Plus, we chew over the shift in Twitter's ad revenue tide ever since Elon Musk stepped in, and the revolutionary bionic eye's potential to restore vision.Hang on tight as we switch gears to the pulsating beats of the music industry with Noraya, a captivating DJ and producer from London. She passionately elaborates on the irreplaceable human connection music engenders, standing firm in her belief that AI can never mimic this magic. Furthermore, we delve into Google's AI chatbot expansion to 40 languages, and its innovative use of vocals for repetition. Venturing into the realms of medicine, we discuss genetic manipulation and AI's role in it. Unravel the ethical debates that surround genetic editing and explore the intriguing science of the human eye.  The Science Eye is a prosthetic that is implanted atop a human eyeball. We tap into the visions of the future with AI-driven bio-implants, and deliberate over Microsoft's pricing strategy for its AI Copilot. To top it all, we wrap up the episode with a whiskey tasting of Old Granddad 114.Episode 162 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm® can AI change the world of music? Mike explores what DJs and producers think of it. Microsoft charges per user for its AI Copilot. Will this work? We discuss this on the Nathan Nugget. Next, Twitter has lost nearly half of its advertising revenue since Elon Musk's takeover. Then, we talk about the Bionic Eye that could restore vision. We have a fascinating CRISPR story, an update from James Riddle, our medical technology expert, and why an explosion of emojis is essential. Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 16th  – 22nd , 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:55--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:09Hollywood actors are striking for the first time in 43 years, bringing the American movie and television business to a halt, partly over fears about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) - https://tinyurl.com/2fy2u3vrAI in dance music: What do DJs and producers think of it? - https://tinyurl.com/4thms3de Google's Bard AI Chatbot Now Supports Over 40 Languages - https://tinyurl.com/ympjexyk  --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 20:05Old Grand-Dad 114 | 114 Proof | $30.00  --- [Ask The Expert with James Riddle]: Starts at 22:41Gwen joins the show and talks about the Gadget of the Month the PIN-Master® 2.0 | The Most Secure & Compact Password Manager (with a few issue)--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 40:46July 17, 2014, is considered World Emjoi Day.Jeremy Burge, founder of Emojipedia, creates World Emoji Day, a celebration of emojis. --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 43:03--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 47:03Twitter has lost nearly half of its advertising revenue since Elon Musk takeover.--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 49:47--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 52:31Microsoft will charge businesses $30 per user for its 365 AI Copilot --- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:37Old Grand-Dad 114 | 114 Proof | $30.00 Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

Ever wondered how Instagram's new platform, Threads, is shaking up the social media scene? We're about to spill the beans on this and more! With over 100 million users already on board, Threads is not just climbing the ranks, but challenging industry giants like Elon Musk's Twitter. We'll break down the strategic maneuvers behind Instagram's move and the ripple effect it's causing.If you're an avid gamer or a tech enthusiast, you won't want to miss our conversation on Microsoft's recent court victory. They've just gotten the green light to acquire Activision Blizzard for a whopping $68.7 billion! We analyze the potential fallout of this mega-deal on the gaming world. To ease your password fears, we've roped in Gwen Way to showcase Pin Master, a Kickstarter device that offers physical storage for passwords and pin codes. Unhackable and handy, it's a game-changer!Razor, the gaming hardware giant, is currently under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. We pull back the curtain on their recent data breach scandal, their response, and what this means for digital security. But it's not all doom and gloom! We also bring you the exciting news about the FAA-approved airworthiness certificate for a company pioneering flying cars. Are we on the brink of a Jetsons-like future? Tune in! Plus, we'll wrap up with our take on the iconic Final Fantasy video game franchise. Now, who's ready for some tech talk?Episode 161 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Instagram's Twitter alternative Threads surpasses 100 million users, Amazon Prime Day scams, and Microsoft Wins FTC Fight to Buy Activision Blizzard. Next, Gwen Way joins us for a Gadgets and Gear with a device that can take your password fears away. Finally, RAZER, the elite gaming hardware platform, is in hot water, and "Great Scotts a Flying Car" the FAA approves airworthiness certificate. We will explain more in the Nathan Nugget.Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 9th – 15th, 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:56--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 5:05Instagram's Twitter alternative Threads surpasses 100 million users as the new social media platform is a direct challenge to Elon Musk's Twitter platform. - https://tinyurl.com/2dr3d56u Watch Out for AMAZON Prime Day Scams - https://tinyurl.com/9jchvh2b Microsoft Wins FTC Fight to Buy Activision Blizzard - https://tinyurl.com/36t4j6nd --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 20:00Rittenhouse Rye | 100 Proof | $31.00 --- [Gadgets and Gear with Gwen Way]: Starts at 21:22Gwen joins the show and talks about the Gadget of the Month the PIN-Master® 2.0 | The Most Secure & Compact Password Manager--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 35:26July, 12th 1990, Nintendo releases the original Final Fantasy video game for its Nintendo Entertainment System in North America.  --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 37:55Marc is in Studio for this Mumble--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 42:55Gaming gear company Razer responded to a massive data breach with a short statement on Twitter, letting users know that they started an investigation into the matter.--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 46:30--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 51:13A flying car prototype just got an airworthiness certificate from the FAA, dubbed the Model A.--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:31Rittenhouse Rye Bottled in Bond | 100 Proof | $31.00 Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Down

Ladies and Gentlemen, hold on to your hats as we journey through a whirlwind of tech insights this 4th of July! We're grabbing the bull by the horns with a comprehensive breakdown of the Biden Administration's Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. This is no ordinary commentary, we've got Nick Espinosa from Security Fanatics adding his expert touch to the conversation. Together, we dissect how this whopping $42 billion allocation is set to bridge the digital divide and democratize internet access across the US. Be prepared for some nostalgia too, as we reminisce about the iconic Sony Walkman and reflect on its influence on the technology landscape.Don't switch off yet, we've got a couple of curveballs for you! Get ready to teleport from the world of tech to the cosmos, as we delve into the enigmatic realm of quasi-moons. The star of this segment is the recently discovered, 46919 Kamal O'Wallow Way. The intrigue doesn't end there, we'll also be unearthing the rise and fall of the once billion-dollar worth social media app - IRL. It's a cautionary tale of inflated user numbers and bot accounts that led to an unfortunate shutdown.Strap in as we transition from starry skies and fallen apps to the gritty world of cybersecurity breaches. We'll be shining a light on the recent breach at the New York City Department of Education and Police, the mysterious loss of JP Morgan's emails, and the failings of LastPass's multi-factor authentication. It's a rollercoaster of tech talk, laced with a bit of whiskey and a whole lot of holiday cheer. Get ready, because this 4th of July, we're lighting up not just the skies, but your tech awareness too!Episode 160 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, the White House Announces $42 Billion to Expand Broadband Across the US to bring high-speed internet to every state and territory. The social app IRL is shutting down like an 80's comedy movie, and LastPass users are furious again. Our Guest, Nick Espinosa from Security Fanatics, is joining us for our Fourth of July special, talking about all latest in CyberCrime. We look back at the Sony Walkman and have a great secret to share during our Nathan Nugget. You will not want to miss this special Holiday 4th of July (save your fingers) event.  We are here to explore that and much more.Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 2nd  – 8th , 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:59--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 5:36White House Announces $42 Billion to Expand Broadband Across US - https://tinyurl.com/3rhfckbzAstronomers have discovered an asteroid that orbits the Sun with Earth, earning it the moniker “quasi-moon.” - https://tinyurl.com/ywfms9ykSocial app IRL is shutting down. - https://tinyurl.com/32tndxek --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:10Willett Bourbon | 94 Proof | $60.00  --- [Ask the Expert with Nick Espinosa]: Starts at 26:13Nick Espinosa joins the show.  --- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 42:35July 1, 1979, The first Sony Walkman, goes on sale in Japan. --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 44:38--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 48:56LastPass users furious and locked out due to MFA resets--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 52:55--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 54:36Password Notebook--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 56:05Willett Bourbon | 94 Proof | $60.00 Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

Curious about the buzz around Microsoft's move to cloud-based Windows? Allow us to clear the air. As we peel back the layers of Windows 365, we shed light on its advantages and potential drawbacks, illuminating how it's reshaping the tech landscape. Along the way, we also expose the virus in the Super Mario game that's spreading Windows malware, reveal the secret to making money on TikTok, and unpack the claims about Amazon's handling of prime customers.And if you thought we were just tech buffs, think again. We take a break from gadgets and bytes to debunk some of the most popular myths about whiskey, with the help of our whiskey guru, Marc. We address some half-truths about this beloved spirit, underscoring that while it may delight the senses, it's not a miraculous antidote for weight loss, stress, or memory issues. And since we're all for a bit of fun and games, we also ponder on the allure of celebrity cage fights, particularly the much-hyped showdown between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. To cap off this exciting journey, we invite you to join the TechTime Radio community. We have a wealth of content awaiting you on our YouTube channel, offering you unparalleled insights into the latest in tech. We promise you won't just stay updated, you'll stay ahead with TechTime Radio. Join us and experience your unique moment in tech!Episode 159: Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Microsoft wants to move Windows fully to the cloud, a Trojanized Super Mario game used to install Windows malware, and you can now earn money on TikTok from select brands. Then we have Amazon being accused of tricking Prime customers, Meta launches Quest+, and Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg will have a cage fight. We have a special four-part segment on What We Found on the Web with studio guests. Would you ride an E-Bike With Built-In ChatGPT? We are here to explore that and much more.Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 25th  – July 1st, 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:54--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 4:00Microsoft wants to move Windows fully to the cloud. - https://tinyurl.com/8hy3wjkn The US has accused Amazon of tricking customers into signing up for automatically renewing Prime. - https://tinyurl.com/33p5emkv Meta launches Quest+ subscription for VR headsets - https://tinyurl.com/3anrhx3w --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 19:10Nashville Barrel Company Cask Strength | 116.4 Proof | $60.00 --- [What We Found on the Web]: Starts at 21:28Stories that you have not heard about, as our staff talks about technology stories weeks ahead of the mainstream media with these gems on "What We Found on the Web".--- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 38:30June 28, 2005, Apple Takes Podcasting MainstreamApple releases iTunes 4.9, the first version of iTunes to incorporate Podcast subscribing and listening. Podcasting was a growing phenomenon and Apple realized it could both help build the medium and also become the defacto Podcast standard. --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 41:01--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 44:43Police warn Android phone users over 999 call feature--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 48:14--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 50:10You can purchase an E-Bike with Built-In ChatGPT --- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 52:54Nashville Barrel Company Cask Strength | 116.4 Proof | $60.00 Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

Psalm 86v1-10, 16-17John 16v23-28This week Diedre Casey talked about prayer and what kind of relationship God invites us to have with Him through daily conversations with Him. 

Today's reading is taken fromA Gathering of Spiritual Riches,by St Tikhon of ZadonskISBN: 978-0-88465-482-7pp. 26 - 28This brand new title is available now from HTB Bookstore, and can be pre-ordered wherever books are sold.More episodes at OrthodoxLife.org/podcast© 2023 Holy Trinity Monastery, Inc.

Text: Genesis 1:27-28This morning we are joined by Zahira Grunwald, who has answered the call to ministry and is currently taking classes at Nazarene Bible College to fulfill ordination preparation. She brings us a message from the book of Genesis. The prevailing opinion of most cultures at the time Genesis was written was that there…

Podcast: Pipeliners Podcast (LS 38 · TOP 2% what is this?)Episode: Episode 277: 3rd Edition of API 1164 Pipeline Cyber Security with Suzanne LemieuxPub date: 2023-03-28This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Suzanne Lemieux discussing the third revision of API, how TSA and API standards cohesively work together, and what we can expect to see in the future.  In this episode, you will learn about how API 1164 continued to reference past frameworks but included new standards, why it is considered performance based, and why a proper cybersecurity profile is crucial. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Russel Treat, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Episode 132:This week we're continuing with Post-Scarcity Anarchism by Murray Bookchin.You can find the book here:https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/murray-bookchin-post-scarcity-anarchism-book[Part 1 - 4]Post-Scarcity AnarchismEcology and Revolutionary Thought[Part 5 - 8]Towards a Liberatory Technology[Part 9 - 10]The Forms of Freedom-The Mediation of Social Relations[Part 11]Listen, Marxist!-The Historical Limits of Marxism[Part 12 - This Week]Listen, Marxist!-The Myth of the Proletariat - 0:29[Part 13 - 15]Listen, Marxist!Footnotes:42) 1:12For ecological reasons, we do not accept the notion of the “domination of nature by man” in the simplistic sense that was passed on by Marx a century ago. For a discussion of this problem, see “Ecology and Revolutionary Thought.” 43) 3:08It is ironic that Marxists who talk about the “economic power” of the proletariat are actually echoing the position of the anarcho-syndicalists, a position that Marx bitterly opposed. Marx was not concerned with the “economic power” of the proletariat but with its political power; notably the fact that it would become the majority of the population. He was convinced that the industrial workers would be driven to revolution primarily by material destitution which would follow from the tendency of capitalist accumulation; that, organized by the factory system and disciplined by an industrial routine, they would be able to constitute trade unions and, above all, political parties, which in some countries would be obliged to use insurrectionary methods and in others (England, the United States, and in later years Engels added France) might well come to power in elections and legislate socialism into existence. Characteristically, many Marxists have been as dishonest with their Marx and Engels as the Progressive Labor Party has been with the readers of Challenge, leaving important observations untranslated or grossly distorting Marx's meaning. 44) 4:35This is as good a place as any to dispose of the notion that anyone is a “proletarian” who has nothing to sell but his labor power. It is true that Marx defined the proletariat in these terms, but he also worked out a historical dialectic in the development of the proletariat. The proletariat develop out of a propertyless exploited class, reaching its most advanced form in the industrial proletariat, which corresponded to the most advanced form of capital. In the later years of his life, Marx came to despise the Parisian workers, who were engaged preponderantly in the production of luxury goods, citing “our German workers”—the most robot-like in Europe—as the “model” proletariat of the world. 45) 6:26The attempt to describe Marx's immiseration theory in international terms instead of national (as Marx did) is sheer subterfuge. In the first place, this theoretical legerdemain simply tries to sidestep the question of why immiseration has not occurred within the industrial strongholds of capitalism, the only areas which form a technologically adequate point of departure for a classless society. If we are to pin our hopes on the colonial world as “the proletariat,” this position conceals a very real danger: genocide. America and her recent ally Russia have all the technical means to bomb the underdeveloped world into submission. A threat lurks on the historical horizon—the development of the United States into a truly fascist imperium of the nazi type. It is sheer rubbish to say that this country is a “paper tiger.” It is a thermonuclear tiger and the American ruling class, lacking any cultural restraints, is capable of being even more vicious than the German. 46) 8:17Lenin sensed this and described “socialism” as “nothing but state capitalist monopoly made to benefit the whole people.” (see citation 29 below) This is an extraordinary statement if one thinks out its implications, and a mouthful of contradictions. 47) 13:33On this score, the Old Left projects its own neanderthal image on the American worker. Actually this image more closely approximates the character of the union bureaucrat or the Stalinist commissar. 48) 16:56The worker, in this sense, begins to approximate the socially transitional human types who have provided history with its most revolutionary elements. Generally, the “proletariat” has been most revolutionary in transitional periods, when it was least “proletarianized” psychically by the industrial system. The great focuses of the classical workers' revolutions were Petrograd and Barcelona, where the workers had been directly uprooted from a peasant background, and Paris, where they were still anchored in crafts or came directly from a craft background. These workers had the greatest difficulty in acclimating themselves to industrial domination and became a continual source of social and revolutionary unrest. By contrast, the stable hereditary working class tended to be surprisingly non-revolutionary. Even in the case of the German workers who were cited by Marx and Engels as models for the European proletariat, the majority did not support the Spartacists of 1919. They return large majorities of official Social Democrats to the Congress of Workers' Councils, and to the Reichstag in later years, and rallied consistently behind the Social Democratic Party right up to 1933. 49) 18:28This revolutionary lifestyle may develop in the factories as well as on the streets, in schools as well as in crash pads, in the suburbs as well as on the Bay Area–East Side axis. Its essence is defiance, and a personal “propaganda of the deed” that erodes all the mores, institutions and shibboleths of domination. As society begins to approach the threshold of the revolutionary period, the factories, schools and neighborhoods become the actual arena of revolutionary “play”—a “play” that has a very serious core. Strikes become a chronic condition and are called for their own sake to break the veneer of routine, to defy the society on an almost hourly basis, to shatter the mood of bourgeois normality. This new mood of the workers, students and neighborhood people is a vital precursor to the actual moment of revolutionary transformation. Its most conscious expression is the demand for “self-management”; the worker refuses to be a “managed” being, a class being. This process was most evident in Spain, on the eve of the 1936 revolution, when workers in almost every city and town called strikes “for the hell of it”—to express their independence, their sense of awakening, their break with the social order and with bourgeois conditions of life. It was also an essential feature of the 1968 general strike in France. Citations:29) (referenced in a footnote above)V.I. Lenin, The Threatening Catastrophe and How to Fight It, The Little Lenin Library, vol, II (International Publishers; New York, 1932), p. 37.

Today's reading is taken fromA Gathering of Spiritual Riches,by St Tikhon of ZadonskISBN: 978-0-88465-482-7pp. 26 - 28This brand new title is available now from HTB Bookstore, and can be pre-ordered wherever books are sold.More episodes at OrthodoxLife.org/podcast© 2023 Holy Trinity Monastery, Inc.

There are 4 disciplines that the early church practiced. 1.Apostles teachings2. Fellowship3. Breaking of bread4. Prayer This episode we will cover the second two of the 4 disciplines found in Acts 2:42 #3 Breaking of Bread (communion)1.    The ordinance of communion (breaking of bread) Communion was first initiated at the last true Passover—Matthew 26:19, 26-29 What was the Passover?Answer: Exodus 12:12-14 - On that same night I will pass through Egypt and strike down every firstborn—both men and animals—and I will bring judgment on all the gods of Egypt. I am the LORD.  13 The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt.3 main elements to the Passover: 1.   Lamb2.    Matzah (bread)3.    Wine Ask, When Jesus implemented Communion, He took bread. Was this bread Christ's flesh? Answer: No, because Christ was with them. Ask, When Jesus implemented Communion, He took a cup of wine. Was this Christ's blood? Answer: No, it was the fruit of the vine (verse 29) and again Christ was alive, with them. Bread is one element of the communion, but wine is the second: 4 cups come from promises of God found in Exodus 6:6-7 - “Therefore, say to the Israelites: ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.  7 I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God, who brought you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. 4 cups of Passover (Ex 6:6-7)1.    Cup of Sanctification – “I will bring you out”2.    Cup of Deliverance – “I will deliver you”3.    Cup of Redemption – “I will redeem you” (Matt 26:27-28 -Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you.28This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.)4.    Cup of Restoration – “I will take you” (Rapture/ Matt 26:29 - I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in my Father's kingdom.”) Note: The celebration of the Passover was transformed into the Lord's Supper, or Communion, to celebrate the sacrifice of the true Passover Lamb, namely Christ. Review: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 - For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.”25 In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.”26 For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. The warning in taking Communion Ask a student to give the warning stated in 1 Corinthians 11:27-31 - Therefore, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord.  28 A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup.  29 For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and drinks judgment on himself.  30 That is why many among you are weak and sick, and a number of you have fallen asleep.  31 But if we judged ourselves, we would not come under judgment.  32 When we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.  Q: Why is it important to do a self-examination every time one takes Communion? A: We want to take the representation of the meal with a sober and understanding spirit. We want to take it in a worthy manner. Deal with the issues of your sin as you prepare to take the communion.  There is a second ordinance of the church that we will discuss that is not mentioned in Acts 2:42 but because we are told to do this in Matt 28 and we see it being done in the church throughout the book of Acts, we will include it as part of the disciplines.  Baptism: Jesus commands us to be baptized: Matt 2819-20 - Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,20and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” In short there are 2 baptisms described in the NT: Water baptism & Baptism of the Holy Spirit: Water: The believers confession that they belong to the Risen Lord! Holy Spirit: God's witness that the believer belongs to the Risen Lord! Verses that deal with water Bapt: Romans 6:1-7 - What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase?  2 By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?  3 Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death?  4 We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. 5 If we have been united with him like this in his death, we will certainly also be united with him in his resurrection.  6 For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin— 7 because anyone who has died has been freed from sin.   2 Cor 5:17 - Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! Col 2:12 - having been buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.   #4 Prayer: We can use Matt 6 and what is commonly known as the Lords prayer as a model of prayer for a new believer. This is not the only way to pray but since Jesus uses this as an example of “how” ...

Podcast: Control Loop: The OT Cybersecurity Podcast (LS 28 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Interview Select: Maria Varmazis interviews Brandon Bailey about Space Attack Research and Tactic Analysis, or SPARTA matrix.Pub date: 2022-12-28This interview from December 2nd, 2022 originally aired as a shortened version on the CyberWire Daily Podcast. In this extended interview, Maria Varmazis sits down and interviews Brandon Bailey about Space Attack Research and Tactic Analysis, or SPARTA matrix.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from CyberWire Inc., which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

In this podcast, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Travis Dickinson about his recent book: Wandering Toward God: Finding Faith amid Doubts and Big Questions.With the code 315POD listeners can get 30 percent off the ebook, along with a hard copy of Savoring Scripture (plus free shipping) at https://ivpress.com The code is good from 11/14-11/28This is a great book, which explains what doubt is (and what it is not), how to approach and “lean into” our doubts while hanging on to our faith, and seeking rational confidence.We discuss what doubt is, the difference between faith and unbelief, and how we can press into God amid doubts. Also, what what steps can someone take when they are experiencing a crisis of doubt?*Helpful links:*Wandering Toward God book:https://a315.co/3Us5ofbTravis Dickinson website:www.travisdickinson.comWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

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SUMMARY KEYWORDSukraine, war, people, ukrainian, asu, research, students, education, happening, invasion, qualitative research, february, questions, crimea, russia, universities, fled, podcast, family, momentSPEAKERSTim, MariiaTim  00:15Hello and welcome to qualitative conversations, a podcast hosted by the qualitative research SIG through AERA, the American Education Research Association. I am Tim wells, a postdoctoral research scholar at Arizona State University and guest host for this episode of the podcast. The qualitative conversations podcast doesn't have a regular host. Instead, each episode is organized by our podcast committee. Normally, my role resides in the background coordinating episodes and editing audio, but today I'm behind the mic. In conversation with Mariia Vitrukh. Mariia is a doctoral candidate in the Education Policy and Evaluation Program at Arizona State University. She serves on the QR sig's graduate student committee. In the fall of 2021, Mariia had been in conversation with myself about an episode she had hoped to record for the podcast. That podcast episode was never recorded. This is because only a few months later, on February 24 of 2022, Russia made a full scale invasion into Ukraine taking over 20% of the territory of Ukraine. Over the past few months. Maria is Ukrainian, writing her dissertation on learning experiences of Ukrainian students who moved from war areas in Ukraine and continue education in the context of forced migration. For the past year, she had been living in Ukraine, she left only a month before the invasion to teach courses at ASU and finish her dissertation proposal. The country she left has changed forever. But this hasn't stopped her from returning. I don't think that's yet research to complete. But all of our family remains in Ukraine. So instead of the original podcast that we planned in the fall of 2021, I invited Mariia to the podcast to share her experience of researching and being a doctoral student, in candidate and in times of war. Mariia, I can't thank you enough for your willingness to be on this program. Perhaps we could start with you sharing a bit more about your background for the listeners, what brought you to ASU's doctoral program. And what were you doing beforehand?Mariia  02:41Tim, thank you so much for the invitation. I really appreciate the opportunity not only to share my experience as a student, but also to talk about the ones in Ukraine.Tim  02:53So what brought you to ASU doctoral program.Mariia  02:57So, after I did my second master's degree at the University of Cambridge, in psychology and education road, I went back to Ukraine and storage, or co founded an NGO Ukrainian Educational Research Association. We did a couple of projects on education in Ukraine. And as a member of the organization I applied for grant was the US State Department. And I collaborated with displaced universities in Ukraine. And those are the universities that moved from Eastern world areas of the country. I worked with them for about three years on the project, doing workshops, and preparing conferences, interviewing people. And I think this collaboration kind of pushed me to think what can I do more to speak about the stories and share the stories of those people, and especially students, and how to say that I was really impressed with what they shared with me. And I think inspired by their example, even though their stories were not the easy ones. And this kind of inspire me to look for PhD programs. So I applied to ASU because it offered an interdisciplinary approach and had a variety of methods to look into the ongoing problems. So I thought that that's a place that where I can find a way to explore not an easy topic of war and how to research war, especially education in the context of war.Tim  04:35Yeah, thanks. That's just a little bit of background that I think might help orient the listeners to this episode and kind of your own deep knowledge and experience in Ukraine and in how this connects maybe to your own research and really builds off some of that background. So perhaps we could start with you telling us what are you doing in February of this year when the war ramped up?Mariia  05:05So I've just finished my perspectives de France. And I was planning to go back to Ukraine in March, but then to do my data collection, but then all the flights have been canceled due to the full scale invasion. Yeah, so I think that was the moment where I had to make quiet, hard decisions first, do I continue with my dissertation? Then if I do, then how do I continue? And there were a lot of personal issues as well as research questions, ethical considerations. Yeah, so had to resolve a lot of those factors.Tim  05:54I can actually remember sitting down with you early in the winter of 2022. Before the, the the invasion, and we had a conversation. And I think, some, I guess, what struck me and what I still remember about that, as you were situating, lots of the events that were kind of unfolding because this was a time when Russia had started to militarize the border, and they kind of brought this big presence of military forces right around the border. And I was just kind of asking you about this. And what you did really nicely is situate this historically, you provided some context and things. And of course, this isn't a History podcast, but maybe you can give some background about the background and history of the war. And maybe share a little bit about what happened in 2014, and how that might connect in some ways to 2020.Mariia  06:53So although there is a very common discourse, saying that the vast and by West people usually refer to the United States and NATO, saying that they put too much pressure on Russian presidents, and it caused a triggered the war. But I think it the tension began much earlier between Ukraine and Russia back in 2010, when victory and a college, very pro Russian president came to power in 2016 Ukrainian government's decision to suspend the signing of an Association Agreement with the European Union, and choosing closer ties to Russia and the Eurasian Economic Union sparked progress among the Ukrainian people. The scope of progress widened, with calls for the resignation of President victory on a college and the garment. The protests later Friday expanded into Ramadan and the Revolution of Dignity. A year later in 2014, protesters eventually occupied a government buildings in many regions of Ukraine. The uprising climaxed on 18th 20th of February 2014 and fierce fighting and cave between Milan activists and pleas resulted in deaths of almost 100 protesters and 13 police officers present in college and other government ministers fled the country to Russia. And just a week later, the so called little green man, as they were famously named in media appeared in Crimea in unmarked green army uniforms, carrying modern Russian military weapons and equipment. They took over control of strategic positions in Crimea and set Russian flags. Later in April 2014. Large parts of the Knights can Luhansk regions were seized by pro Russian terrorists backed by a Russian military since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2014. With the annexation of Crimea and invasion into Donbass, which are Donetsk and Luhansk region by Russia, Ukraine has become one of the countries with the highest number of internally displaced people worldwide. And these numbers can be compared to countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan and Sudan. And by the summer of 2014, the Ukrainian ministry for social policy had already registered close to 2 million internally displaced people, and an estimated 1 million people have fled from war zone to the Russian Federation. In terms of education, from the scarce resources available, it is known that at the beginning of the conflict about back in 2014, about 700 educational institutions suffered both higher education and school level education at the higher level education about 700,000 students and teachers for more More than three and a half 1000 educational institutions experienced psychological difficulties due to military conflict in obtaining education. And students consider about 30% of those affected by war. After the 24th of February 2022, after the full scale invasion of Russia into Ukraine, over 1000, educational institutions have suffered bombing and shelling, and about 100 of them have been destroyed completely. And these numbers are continuously increasing. almost 10 million Ukrainian refugees have fled Ukraine since this escalation. And another 7 million more have been displaced internally within Ukraine, and over 12 million have been affected in the areas hardest hit by the war. And also how to remember that throughout over 7.5 million children that now are considered Children of War, and not to mention that the humanitarian needs are constantly increasing.Tim  11:10Yeah, thanks. So what's really clear, I think in talking with you, around this is that these events are part of a much larger, longer history that extends beyond February of this year in in dates much prior to that. But maybe you can tell us, if you're open to sharing a little bit about how you've experienced the changes of the war, the escalation within since this last year, and especially maybe how you've experienced this as a doc student doing research and qualitative research.Mariia  11:52Um, I think I made quite a few interesting discoveries for me both as a researcher and a human being and Ukrainian citizen, is that it's a very non translatable experience. So you can't really explain this to someone who hasn't been through similar events. Also, the news don't really reflect what is happening day by day process. After the full invasion, I had to make a decision on whether I continue with my dissertation, because the first instinct was just to pack my luggage and go back to Ukraine. And I wanted to help in some way I just didn't know how to help. I was waking up every morning with Assad if my parents are still alive. So I was sending them text messages to check in on them. And following the news constantly to make sure that the city they were in was not bombed. Also checking on my friends and their location. And I think just very recently, maybe a few weeks ago, my sister shirts that Monday, she actually saw a missile missile flying over her head. And I think that felt very surreal, because she saw that it was so close that you could literally see it. And actually, what she shared is that the moment the bomb is like about your head flying in the air, you can't really hide anymore, because it moves so quickly, that you don't really have enough time to hide. And my mom actually turned out that she saw the missile was acquired a few times, but she never told me about this. I know that my family does not tell me even half of what they're going through. And that's on the one hand, it's disturbing. On the other hand, I kind of understand that. I think another difficult aspect is that your family and France are constantly under the threat. And the first few days, of course, were a shock. I remember when I called my parents at 7am in the morning, cave time on the 24th of February. And I told them, like because they saw on the news already that the key was bombed two hours earlier, so and they were still asleep. My father saw that that's a fake news that that's not true. And I think it was true for most of my friends and people in Ukraine. And so the bombing starts at 5am. In cave time, and I think that's the most mean time to start a war because it's before the dawn. And at times, it's hard to process what is happening, especially if you're not fully awake. And some of my friends were in queue at that time. So they try to flee the city. Or normally it takes about five to six hours to get out of this key of to the most western city. And one of my friends heard that it took her about 12 hours. And it's only because she left immediately after the bombing started. Those who tried to flee like just a few hours later. If it either took them over 24 hours or even more, or they were forced to return home just because of the traffic chance, no gas, and the panic that was in the city. Also, like even now, people have to constantly be a large. They hear the sirens literally every day they have to hide in basements on some safe, safe space in their homes. It does influence children a lot, especially their education and schooling, because a lot of schools have been turned into refugee shelters, which means that in many cities and rural areas, there is no physically space to study and most of the education is done online. I guess the word is not the same throughout the time. So the first few days and weeks were the most uncertain. It is changing over time, because you learn to process things differently. It doesn't get easier, you just I think start to navigate the context of war better. At the moment, I think it's the most like drastic things is that a lot of people are dying, both civilians and soldiers. Also, the price for food is increasing constantly. Some cities just don't have access to food, water, electricity, mobile connection or internet connection. So that's that's what concerns the more like a personal explorations and discoveries I made for myself. When it comes to research, I think that the questions I was asking myself, because I was supposed to work with displaced universities and students from displaced universities. So I wondered, like how to do research with people who are under constant physical threat or whose family is under physical threat, when the cities are being shelled, and you yourself are going through this experience, or your family members, your friends are hiding in basements and trying to survive. Is it even ethical to do this type of research? Also, I know that, especially the first two weeks, people were in shock, they were panicking, there was a lot of uncertainty. A lot of people didn't know where to go and what to do. And also, like, how do you talk to people who lost their homes. So I knew that some of the students I'm may potentially be interviewing will go through the second displacement. So the first displacement was in 2014, when they lost their homes, and they had to leave the occupied territories, territories that were under war. And then in February 2022, they were going through the second displacement, losing their homes with a second time having to leave their education space for the second time, having their group mates and professors killed or injured, as well as their family members. And of course, there were like technical issues. And I just couldn't travel to Ukraine that easily. And my methods that I was using, because I'm using Artspace methodologies and somatic practices required on site participation. So this man that I need to meet with students in person, and I kind of wondered, how do we solve this issue? Yeah,Tim  18:31I'm actually just following up and curious. So how did you solve that issue? Were you able to meet with people in person? And have you conducted that type of research since?Mariia  18:45Yeah, I think that my volunteering and advocacy work actually helped me with that. Because when I started doing some volunteering at Arizona State University, I met some of the students who were from this place to universities. And through personal networking and social service. I got connected to a group of students who was in a different country. And I was very lucky to get a grant from gpsa. And travel all the way there and work with them.Tim  19:28This was after the invasion, correct?Mariia  19:30Yeah, it was actually end of April, beginning of May. And that was something completely found plans because so I thought that most probably I will have either to change the methods, change the population. Stop doing my research completely because I didn't see how it's relevant anymore because the history took a very unexpected turn, which meant that the research I wrote just half a year ago was not relevant anymore. It became a part of history. So it was not what was happening, the universities I was describing. Most of them don't exist anymore, or they had to relocate again. So when I was talking about the second relocation for people, the same thing happened for the institutions. And when I reached out professors from displaced universities, most of them told me like, we don't know what's going to happen next. We didn't know where our students are, we didn't know where most of our colleagues are. So it's very unpredictable what is going to happen next.Tim  20:36And that's part of well, in partly in response to that, you've also, that's you've been doing your advocacy, you started advocacy work? How have you thought about your advocacy work as related or connected in any way to your research? I know you said, partly through that work, you got funded through the Student Association at it at ASU to travel to the Ukraine correct. And do research.Mariia  21:05Oh, it actually was not Ukraine, I just don't want to name the country because I'm going to expose the students. I traveled to Europe to do my data collection. I think at that moment, I didn't think about advocacy, as connected to my research at all, I just had a feeling. I think there are two things First, for those Ukrainians who are outside of Ukraine, all of us feel the sense of guilt, that you are in safe conditions, and you survived. And you don't have to go through what most people are going through in Ukraine, and at times, it gets feel unbearable. And I think it's to somehow cope with a sense of guilt, and guilt of Survivor, I think you try to do something to contribute and help. So what I was trying to do was to get together those students who were at ASU into one group and organization and see what we can together do. And that's when I started meeting people. And I also had to collaborate more on meet some people from the Aspera, Ukraine people from the Aspera. And that's when I had a chance to go and talk about issues that Ukrainian students face here at ASU and had a chance to talk about was governor of Arizona juicy and as well as ASU representatives, as well as IRC and migration office asking for help both for Ukrainian students and Ukrainian refugees. Also gave interviews to local media. And I gave talks at the conferences just sharing information or what was happening at that time in Ukraine. But it was not there was not really like a goal to connect it to my research. Rather, it was like feel of responsibility to somehow do something or help in any way I could.Tim  23:14Write Of course. So I guess I'm Yes. still curious about research and what this process is looking like in in times of war in the middle of war and how this is, so much of qualitative research is about relationships, relationships that you form and maintain. But it's also about ethical considerations. And you're kind of in the midst of all of that, how have you navigated some of that? Both relationships, ethics, the concerns that you might have have around conduct both conducting research around a topic that's at the very least adjacent and likely very relevant to the experiences of people in war, forced migration. And then, at the same time, in this context, where so much turmoil and wars going on, I'm curious, a little bit of how you think about those and how you've experienced the research work during this time.Mariia  24:24I think it was not a straightforward way. And I had a lot of hesitations how and if I should continue with my research, I mean, was my dissertation. But I think working with students at ASU actually helped me because it showed where the needs are and how can I address some of the ethical issues. And in terms of building relationship, my key question was, I didn't want to re traumatize students, I will be potentially interviewing Just asking the question that may not be appropriate in that moment. So I consulted with psychologists from Ukraine that were working with refugees in Ukraine, like what is the best way to approach if it makes sense to do this research at all? And the response that I got is that, in that particular moment, people, most people feel happy that they survived. And they do want to talk they key consideration was that I do not tell them what to do, I do not tell them how to act, how to send have to feel, etc. So if I'm there to listen, and ask some questions, then have to be respectful and empathetic about their views and beliefs. And from my experience, back in 2017, when people shared although it was in retrospect, so the people I was working with back in 2016 2017, it's been already three years since the war hit for them. And one thing they shared with me is that the most traumatic experience for them was when someone would come with curious questions and observations, and would show little or no empathy. So I think I took made a note for myself and thought that if I'm there to ask questions, I have to be prepared to listen. And I realized that most of the time, it's not going to be an easy. And another aspect was that I realized that I have to be honest about my intentions for the research and the project I'm doing. And of course, confidentiality matters a lot, because for a lot of my participants, I realized they are still in Ukraine and their family members may be in danger. And also, another aspect I kind of anticipated is that the most interesting conversations are going to happen off record. And this man's that they would have to remain of records. And even though it could be tempting to use those for the project, or for the research, I realized that I mean, this is something that is shared of records, so it stays of records. Some other ethical considerations were that for most people, as it was, for me, it tends, it's hard to navigate what is happening and find, find the words to express what you're going through. So it gets easier in retrospect, that's what I've noticed, with my previous research, but it's hard. It's harder in the moment. So I had to be aware of that. Also, different people process words differently. And there are many factors for that. A lot depends on the location of the family, their economic situation, that pre will previous beliefs, experiences, involvement in the war, and how much their family members are involved. Also, the distance and safety, very often hardly an indicator indicators about how person feels because, like, as I said, like sense of guilt. And also times even helplessness can be present, even for those who are outside of the country and are relatively safe. So I realized that when I will be interviewing my participants, I have to be always aware of that. And I think also how you ask questions matter, because if you're just picking people's brain, you see what they're going through and like trying to satisfy your curiosity, this could be a very traumatic approach. And you have to be constantly aware that that these people are continuously going through the war, even though they may themselves not be in the middle of it, but their family members most probably are their friends are. And it immediately puts them in this, like continuous processing, or continuous influence. So I think these were like my key explorations. And yeah, and while trying to navigate and I think I'm still trying to navigate how to how to approach it. I don't think that that's the process that is over for me.Tim  29:36Yeah, of course, that makes a lot of sense. In so much is still changing. And yeah, the war evolves and continues to evolve. And what's interesting or what's concerning, I think, is that we're now creeping up on six or seven months into the war. And personally, I send It's there's just a waning of interest and it starts to get lose its front page headline status. And but so as we close out the conversation I kind of on that note, but also, I'm curious what you could share or what you would share to listeners, what else you would share to listeners, as yet we hit you know this half, half of the year moment in likely this will be a conflict and war that continues. But what else would you share with whether the listenersMariia  30:39so I'm not surprised that Ukraine disappeared from the headlines. Talking about war and listening in World War on daily basis is exhausting, I think to be in the context of war is even more so. But I don't think that this is an indicator that people don't care anymore. It's just you can't be focused on world the time. In Trump's of the case of Ukraine, I believe that it opened an interesting historical consciousness. And I remember that at the very beginning on the 24th of February, the whole world was giving Ukraine about 2072 hours, and trying to predict what's going to happen next. And I think that Ukrainians refuse this bit of realization that they may lose their homeland, and they were fighting back. And we are still fighting back. Even though the whole world bugs and was waiting for Ukraine to be taking over. I think that Ukrainian population showed incredible resistance and love for their homelands. And I have no doubt that we are going to win this war, and we are going to take our lands back.Tim  31:57On that note, thank you so much for your willingness to share about your experience, the war, and also your experience conducting war research in the midst of this war. And also thanks for your service in the qualitative research SIG, so I really appreciate it. And it was great having a conversation with you.Mariia  32:18Yeah, thank you so much for inviting me. I really appreciate this time and I appreciate listeners time to even explore this topic. So thank you

God Gave Us Jesus So We Could Have Life! Matthew 26:26 - 30 26While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” 27Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28This is my blood of the b covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 29I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.” 30When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.

1 Thess 5:12-28This series in 1Thessalonians has been called “The Cactus Church” because the church, like the cactus, flourishes in a hostile environment. We live in challenging times, but the gospel was made for times like ours, and one of the best things we can do is make the church a place of strong and healthy community. In the closing verses of 1Thessalonians 5, Paul has given us a good idea of what this looks like in various areas of the church's life.

"For the Lord and for Gideon!" Gideon's instructions betray his transformation from fear to arrogance.Tuesday • 8/2/2022 • This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Judges 7:1-18; Acts 3:1-11; John 1:19-28This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)

Jesus said: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”  Matthew 11:28This invitation from Jesus is one that we may need to hear far more often than we realize.  It's a gentle invitation to let our Lord lighten our daily burden, relieve our worries, our stress, our concerns and all that weighs us down.  It's an invitation of love and mercy and is one we should always accept.What is it that burdens you?  What is it that weighs you down and tempts you to fall into depression, sorrow or even despair?  Is there something that you tend to think about obsessively?  Is there some concern that you can't seem to shake?  Whatever it is that troubles your heart, Jesus wants to lift it.Sometimes we can go through life with heavy burdens that we are afraid to let go of.  We can be fearful of coming to Jesus and fearful of letting Him in.  Coming to Jesus means we must face whatever it is that burdens us with honesty and openness and we must face these burdens in the presence of Jesus.  But the key thing we need to know is that Jesus is gentle, merciful and generous in forgiveness and grace.  He longs to lift our burdens far more than we long to have them lifted.  He sees the oppression many face and so deeply desires to have that oppression eliminated.Reflect, today, upon that gentle invitation from Jesus: “Come to me.”  Come to Him without fear and without hesitation.  Turn everything over to Him and let Him sort things out.  He loves you more than you know and will set your feet on the right path.My inviting Lord, I do come to You and I do lay down my life and every burden before You.  I give You my life, my hopes, my fears, my past, my future and everything that worries me.  Jesus, I give You everything.  Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2022 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Life emerges from a dead tree, one of the amazing portraits of the coming Mediator in the book of Numbers.Thursday • 6/23/2022This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Numbers 17:1-11; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 20:17-28This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)

Bonus EpisodeBible Readings  2 Cor 11: 23-28) Phil 1: 4 and  2 Cor 11: 23-28This podcast was brought to you by the generosity of my backers on Patreon.Why not join them and support my ministry;https://www.patreon.com/JeremyMcCandless?fan_landing=trueThe Bible Project Podcast (Daily - Monday-Friday)https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com.Facebook PageThe LIFE Podcast - The Bible Project/FacebookMy Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyRMcCandlessBackground Music and sound design by Bonadventure.https://soundcloud.com/bonadventurehttps://bonadventure.bandcamp.comFor extra exclusive content and Further Bible Study and Discipleship Courses visit;https://www.patreon.com/JeremyMcCandless?fan_landing=trueThanks to all my Kickstarter and Patrons who helped launch and have supported by ministry..They are;The Lady Hewley TrustAdeline IsraelStephen LongtonBob CloughValerie SimsLisa LookRobert HollowayThe Creative.fundJohn  Van MulligenSergey  KocherganBobbi  PatchinThomas  UnittColin  EvansMartin  MPW

“And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.”  Luke 21:28This passage above concludes a series of teachings by Jesus on the suffering and persecution that will come in this world. But His teachings conclude with this line above, which offers great hope in anticipation of Jesus' return in glory. This passage speaks of the prophetic vision of Daniel (Daniel 7:13–14) that terrified Daniel when he saw it. He witnessed the great persecution to come, as well as the destruction of all evil that will accompany the return of the Son of Man.When you think about both the final coming of Christ as well as your own future death, what comes to mind? If you were informed by an angel that tomorrow would be that day, the day that the Son of Man would return in all His splendor and glory to bring about an end to this world and to issue forth His judgment upon it, how would you react? Would you be terrified? Overjoyed? Hopeful? Confused? Perhaps a little of each of these reactions would be present. Of this time, Jesus said that “nations would be in dismay” and that “People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming into the world.” So what is your reaction to this promised day of our Lord?Those who “die of fright” are clearly those who will experience this day completely unprepared. Meeting the Son of Man, the Son of God, the Savior of the World and the Eternal Judge when you are completely unprepared should be frightful. Imagine, for example, that you were hosting a large dinner party and you got your days mixed up. The day arrived and you weren't expecting anyone until the following week, but the guests started to arrive in great numbers. Imagine your anxiety and embarrassment. Such an experience would be nothing compared to being unprepared for the judgment of Christ when we stand before Him at the time of our death and then at the Final Judgment at the end of the world.The good news is that on that day, for those who are truly prepared through a life of faith and selfless service of God's will, they are told to “stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.” If you do all you can to prepare for that day, then it will be a day in which you anticipate with the utmost hope and excitement. You will indeed be able to stand erect, turn your eyes to the coming Judge of All, and receive the eternal reward that He so deeply desires to bestow. But this will be your experience only if you are truly ready for that day through a life lived in complete imitation of Christ.Reflect, today, upon that final day. Imagine every person ever created standing before the Judgment Seat of Christ. Every sin and every virtue will be made manifest on that day. The minds and hearts of all will be seen in the light as they are revealed to all by God. And those who have lived lives of fidelity will rejoice as they see God's justice and His mercy unite as His judgments are issued forth. If this day is one that frightens you, consider the reasons why. If you do not look forward to this definitive moment in time, then perhaps you need to ponder more deeply those things you need to do so as to be fully prepared. Prepare yourself today. Do not wait. Our Lord could return at any time. Do not be caught off guard.My eternal Judge, You promise to return to earth at a definitive moment in time to bring about the fullness of justice. May I always be prepared for that day through a life lived in union with You and Your holy will. I pray for that day to come quickly, dear Lord, and that all Your children will be ready to meet You when You come. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2021 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

While Jesus was speaking, a woman from the crowd called out and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that carried you and the breasts at which you nursed.” He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.”  Luke 11:27–28This short Gospel reading reveals much about what makes one “blessed” in life. Specifically, Jesus considers those truly blessed who do two things: “hear the word of God” and then “observe it.” Though this seems quite obvious at first read, it is often harder than it seems.The first step to a blessed life is hearing the Word of God. To “hear” implies that we do much more than become familiar with the Gospels. Hearing means we are not only aware of all that our Lord has revealed, it also means that we have truly internalized it, understanding all that our Lord requires of us.Have you heard our Lord? It's important to understand that the Gospel is alive. In other words, becoming familiar with the Word of God is not the same as reading some ancient book of lessons. Rather, hearing the Word of God means we hear a Person: the Son of God, speaking to us and guiding us each step of our lives. God's Word is something that must speak to us every moment of every day, inspiring us to do this and avoid that. It is accomplished through a lifelong habit of prayerful communion with our Lord through which we are attentive to His voice always.Hearing the very Person of the Son of God, the Word made flesh, necessarily implies that we also observe all that He speaks to us. In fact, failure to follow His continuous and gentle command to love will result in us being unable to clearly hear Him at all. We will become confused and will easily become directed by the many other voices in our world, unable to discern the glorious path chosen for us by our Lord.Reflect, today, upon whether or not you struggle in any way with both hearing and observing the voice of God. If this is your struggle, then recommit yourself to a time of humble and wholehearted discovery. Tell our Lord that you are sorry for not being attentive to Him and set yourself on a mission to seek and find Him. Reject the confusion and anxiety of life, reject the many other voices of “wisdom” within our world, and listen for His gentle but clear voice. He is always speaking. He is always calling you. He is always present. Open the eyes of your soul and give Him your full attention. And when you sense Him speaking to you, respond with the utmost generosity and obedience. Doing so will result in you discovering what it means to be truly blessed by our Lord.My blessed Lord, You are glorious beyond all things, and You invite me and all Your creatures to share in Your very life. Give me the grace I need to turn from the confusion and deceptions of life so that I will hear only You and respond only to Your voice. I commit myself to Your holy will, dear Lord. As I do, please bestow upon me every blessing You desire to give. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2021 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Sept. 28 1988, the Bull Dog Orel Hershiser breaks Don Drysdale record by tossing 59 scoreless innings…(SOUND) 1976 Mohammad Ali defeats Ken Norton in 15 rounds for the heavy weight belt… 1920, 8 White Sox players are indited for throwing the 1919 World Series… Including Shoeless Joe Jackson

Jesus said, “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You are like whitewashed tombs, which appear beautiful on the outside, but inside are full of dead men's bones and every kind of filth. Even so, on the outside you appear righteous, but inside you are filled with hypocrisy and evildoing.”  Matthew 23:27–28This would not have been an easy thing for the scribes and Pharisees to hear. It is a hard truth, spoken by our Lord, partly in an attempt to shake them free of their sin. And even though they may not have enjoyed hearing this clear condemnation spoken, since it came from the Savior of the World, we can be sure that these are words of the deepest love and were spoken so that these men would repent and change their ways.Perhaps each of us, at times, feels like criticizing another. Most often, when we feel this way, it stems from our own personal sin of anger. Perhaps we were hurt by another and that hurt results in a desire for a form of vengeance that comes from anger. But this was not the case with Jesus.First, these words were spoken by Jesus to his disciples and to the crowds of people, not only to the scribes and Pharisees. So in many ways Jesus spoke this for the good of those who were suffering under the misguided leadership of these religious leaders. But Jesus knew that these leaders would also hear His words, so He spoke them to them. But unlike us, He did it out of perfect virtue so as to care for their souls.At times, each one of us needs to hear Jesus rebuke us in love. If any of the scribes and Pharisees were open at that time, then Jesus' words would have first stung them to the heart but then had the powerful effect of challenging them to change. They needed this and so do we. When we become stuck in our sins, especially if obstinacy sets in, then we need to allow Jesus to challenge us firmly. Such a challenge can be rattling, but that rattling is sometimes necessary. Emotion and passion can lead to sin, but it can also lead to repentance and conversion. The passion with which Jesus spoke became an instrument by which their own passions made them sit up and take notice. The result was that they either became more steeped in their sin or they repented. And though most became even more steeped in sin, which ultimately resulted in their persecution and death of Jesus, we can hope that there were some who did repent, such as Nicodemus.Reflect, today, upon the strength of Jesus' words to these religious leaders. Though they were supposed to be both “religious” and “leaders,” they were neither. They needed Jesus' strength, courage and firmness. They needed to be confronted directly and receive the hard and clear truth about their sin. Reflect upon what it is in your own life that Jesus wants to say to you. Is there an area of your life in which our Lord needs to address you with passion, strength, clarity and firmness? Most likely there is. Perhaps not in an area of serious sin like it was with these scribes and Pharisees, but if we are open, Jesus wants to powerfully go after every sin within us. Open yourself to Him and allow Him to help rid you of the sins with which you struggle the most. And be grateful for this grace when He does.My passionate Lord, You hate sin but love the sinner. You perfectly desire to rid me of all sin and all attachment to sin. Please open my mind and heart to hear Your rebukes of Love so that I may respond to Your invitation to repent with all my heart. I love You dear Lord. Free me from sin so that I may love You more. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2021 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Good Friday Three of the greatest events that has brought HOPE into humanity: 1. Christ’s birth (Emmanuel God with us); 2. Good Friday; 3. Resurrection Luke 23:32-43 (NIV) -  32Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with Him to be executed. 33When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals-one on his right, the other on His left. 34Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His clothes by casting lots. 35The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at Him. They said, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is God’s Messiah, the Chosen One.” 36The soldiers also came up and mocked Him. They offered Him wine vinegar 37and said, “If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself.” 38There was a written notice above him, which read: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 39One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at Him: “Are you the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” 40But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don’t you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? 41We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” 42Then he said, “Jesus remember be when you come into your kingdom.” 43Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” 2nd Criminal: He was stunned. He had never thought it would end like this. How can this be happening? How can this be happening to me? Sure, he was a criminal, a thief. Sure, he made his way through life by taking without asking. And sure, he had some run-ins with the law — some pretty close calls. Yet, he never thought it would end like this. How could this be happening? But the screaming and insults of the crowd, the pain of the rough wooden cross on his back, the sound of the hammer pounding the spikes, and the horrible pain — all they said about being crucified was true, the awful truth. He was being crucified. This second criminal knew — he knew now that it was over. He only hoped that death would come quickly now. It was all over for him. Was it over? We know that this criminal was one of three men to die that day. The scene on that garbage dump outside of town — Golgotha, the place of the skull — was crowded as usual. These executions were entertainment for a lot of folks. There was some sort of fascination with crime and violence and blood and suffering, there was the usual crowd. Just like it is today. But something was different about this day, and this second criminal noticed it. He recognized the other criminal on the cross. But this third man in the middle — what was His name? It should have been Barabbas here This Jesus, who was He? And what is this big deal that the soldiers are making over Him? Why this crown of thorns? Why these peculiar insults? He was used to insults at crucifixions, but not like these: “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Messiah of God, His chosen one. If you are king of the Jews, save yourself.” NB! Then he hears some peculiar words from Jesus Himself. Very unusual. Usually the condemned swear or curse or moan or beg — but Jesus just says “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” Slowly, this second criminal begins to figure it out. This man Jesus is no criminal. Slowly, listening to the talk of those around him and recalling the stories he’d been hearing around town, this second criminal begins to put it together. This is the one they have been talking about. This is the one who has been talking about God’s mercy and compassion, about God’s care for the poor, and the oppressed and the stranger in our midst, about God’s love for all people — a love that never gives up or let’s go. This is the one who’s been talking about justice and fairness and steadfastness and a new life of faith. This is the one who says He’s going to bring it. This crucified Jesus is the one. The second criminal recalls other stories. This Jesus not only talked about God’s love, compassion and mercy, He lived it out. He ate with sinners, hung-out with those on the fringes of society, touched the diseased. He made the lame walk, He made the blind to see, He restored the crazy to their right minds. And He said this was only the beginning. More was to come. God’s love is so great that we haven’t seen anything yet. ”Save yourself and us. ”This shout interrupts the second criminal’s thoughts. He turns to the first criminal and hears those words: “Are you not the messiah? Save yourself and us.” He listens to the insults and contempt of the first man for a while longer. Then he turns to that man. “Be quiet!” the second criminal shouts. “Do you not fear God … you are under the same condemnation; do you not fear God?” “We have been condemned justly. We are getting what we deserve. But this man … this man Jesus has done nothing wrong, nothing wrong at all.” There is a silence. Then the second criminal turns to face Jesus. The two men look at each other, both are wracked with agony and the tortured suffering of the cross. And the criminal quietly says to Jesus: “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus looks back at the man. In the midst of His pain, a gentle smile crosses His face. Jesus responds: “Truly, I tell you, this day you will be with me in paradise.” Was it over? The second criminal thought it was. He thought it was all over. But something happened. In the midst of his suffering, bad choices, in the midst of his pain, in the midst of his regrets, in the midst of the insults around him — in the midst of his horrible struggle, he turned his face toward Christ, and he was never the same. “This day you will be with me in paradise.” It was not over. None of us gets a free pass-through life. Our lives can be filled with pain and difficulty that is nearly impossible for us to bear. There can be trouble that seems insurmountable. We can wallow in the depths of despair, loneliness, anxiousness, confusion and fear. We suffer. We struggle to make sense out of life. We do not get the things we are hoping for. We lose people who are dear to us. But today we are reminded that we need not go it alone. It does not matter who we are; it does not matter what we have done; it does not matter what other people think of us; it does not matter what we think of ourselves. It does not matter. Because today we can be renewed in Christ. In Jesus, God lived among us and with us. In Jesus, God continues to live among us and with us. God knows our ache and our pain, knows our suffering and our anguish, knows our fear and anxiety. God knows our despair and despondency, knows our anger and confusion, knows our grief. Our God has faced our death. Through it all God in Christ overcame the pain and the struggle, the suffering, the anguish and despair, the deep and abiding grief that can be a part of our lives. God overcame it all and said that life can be renewed and that we can live fully, that we can have hope now and forever. We need not be alone. “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” Thanks be to God. Amen.   ======================================= Communion   Matthew 26: 26-29 (NIV) – 26While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when He had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to His disciples saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” 27Then he took a cup, and when He had given thanks, He gave it to them saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 29I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.”

VICTORY IN DEATH - Isaiah 53 - Pastor Kent LandhuisTHEMEWhere do we find comfort in life and in death?OUTLINE1. The glory story promises victory.John 12:12-15Isaiah 40:1-11The glory story says that God works primarily in strength.2. The cross story promises suffering.Isaiah 53John 1:29, John 10:11Mark 10:451 Peter 1:18Leviticus 17:11The cross story affirms God’s work in the middle of suffering.3. The strange good news promises victory in death.John 3:14-17Hebrews 9:11-28This good news brings comfort in life and in death!NEXT STEPSDo I look for the silver lining in every sad story of pain and suffering?Do I give thanks in the middle of pain and suffering?SUPPORT THE MINISTRY OF CEDAR HILLShttp://www.cedarhillscr.org/giveSupport the show (https://pushpay.com/g/cedarhillscr)

Faith and Faithfulness, Matthew 15:21-28This passage can easily confuse us. How are we to understand it?

Story Arc: "A Night on the Town"To skip recap, start at time stamp 0:04:28This episode of Rocks Fall, Everyone Dies! Greg and Bambi have a bite to eat, Sanjana crashes a funeral, and Bengt sees a familiar face!When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's amoreWhen the world seems to shine likeYou've had too much wine, that's amoreDean Martin. “That’s Amore.” Dean Martin Sings, Capitol Records, 1953.Cast & Credits:Producer, Editor & DM: ScottEditor & Bambi: JinSocial Media Manager & Greg: DeSombreBengt: TommySanjana: LenaMusic: Taylor CaliseArt: Jon Bliss (https://twitter.com/jonblissart)Recorded on our Discord server by Craigbot! (https://craig.chat/home/)Want to find out more about us? https://rfedpod.com/Want to Email us? RFEDPod@gmail.comWant to follow us on Social media?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RFED_podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RFEDpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/RFEDpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3QkpOLLIBwvSKZUZPq7IQ (we'll get a custom url when you subscribe to the channel!)

THE FOURTH WEEK IN ADVENT - SUNDAYLESSON: JOHN 1:19-28This is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?” John 1:19What were the Jews from Jerusalem seeking? Christ tells us when He says, “You sent to John, and he has borne witness to the truth. . . He was a burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light.” John 5:33,35.From these words it is clear that they wanted to increase their own reputation by making use of John, and they wanted to avail themselves of his “lamp,” that is, his high and famous name, to deck themselves out before the people. For, had John shown them favor and accepted the proffered honor, they would have enhanced their reputation before the whole people as those who were worthy of the friendship and respect of such a great and holy man.What other result could have ensued except that their greed, tyranny, and villainy would have been confirmed as pure holiness and something precious? These men tried to make out of John a Judas Iscariot who would be prepared to justify all their vice and immorality and gain them his approval and the people's support.Are they not fine manipulators, offering John honor in order to bring his honor upon themselves? They offer him an apple for a kingdom, and try to exchange pennies for dollars. But he stood fast like a rock. SL.XI.99,8-9AE 75,172PRAYER: Give us constancy and steadfastness of faith, O Lord, that we may ever serve you in singleness of heart and stand fast whatever the cost. Amen

Good News, Everyone! (Part 2)Brett, Lindsey, Burk, Andy, and Taylor discuss what it means to speak with authority and why healing seems to be a fundamental component of Jesus' ministry!Mark 1:16-20If we're going to be completely honest, what are the things that would be most difficult to walk away from if Jesus called us after him?How do we prepare ourselves to say yes if and when that happens?Mark 1:21-28This notion of authority bookends this passage. Jesus teaches with authority and works miracles with authority. Quite unlike the teachers of the law, who would often hedge with "As Moses said…" or "as Rabbi so-and-so would say…"Obviously, we believe that as Christians, we have the same Spirit of God that Jesus had, but we often pray with timidity or fear and hedge our words, much like the old teachers of the law.What does it mean to speak or pray with authority? How do we grow in our ability to act with authority?Mark 1:29-34We often think that Jesus came to teach moral philosophy and then die on a cross and rise again, but healing was obviously an important part of his ministry. What do these miracles mean for us today?Mark 1: 40-45One of several times Jesus says to tell no one. Here, however, we see it at the tail end of a variety of healings, none of which were given a similar injunction.Sometimes, when we pray for God to do something miraculous, we feel compelled to take big steps of faith in response: eat some of this, quit taking that, no longer follow the doctor’s orders. But here, we see Jesus order the leper to go to the authorities to verify the healing to ensure that he is able to return to society in a proper way.Why? What is this all about?Features the song Vienna Beat by Blue Dot Sessions, available under CC BY-NC 4.0.

Jesus said: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”  Matthew 11:28This invitation from Jesus is one that we may need to hear far more often than we realize.  It’s a gentle invitation to let our Lord lighten our daily burden, relieve our worries, our stress, our concerns and all that weighs us down.  It’s an invitation of love and mercy and is one we should always accept.What is it that burdens you?  What is it that weighs you down and tempts you to fall into depression, sorrow or even despair?  Is there something that you tend to think about obsessively?  Is there some concern that you can’t seem to shake?  Whatever it is that troubles your heart, Jesus wants to lift it.Sometimes we can go through life with heavy burdens that we are afraid to let go of.  We can be fearful of coming to Jesus and fearful of letting Him in.  Coming to Jesus means we must face whatever it is that burdens us with honesty and openness and we must face these burdens in the presence of Jesus.  But the key thing we need to know is that Jesus is gentle, merciful and generous in forgiveness and grace.  He longs to lift our burdens far more than we long to have them lifted.  He sees the oppression many face and so deeply desires to have that oppression eliminated.Reflect, today, upon that gentle invitation from Jesus: “Come to me.”  Come to Him without fear and without hesitation.  Turn everything over to Him and let Him sort things out.  He loves you more than you know and will set your feet on the right path.Lord, I do come to You and I do lay down my life and every burden before You.  I give You my life, my hopes, my fears, my past, my future and everything that worries me.  Jesus, I give You everything.  Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2020 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

BTKP Episode 9 - Art’s Bus is F**k”dWelcome to the show! 00:14- 9:37The Kevs review their weekend, which leads into some old college tales involving KK’s college roommate. Zucchini bread,, clay pigeons, and eating Bear meat at Longe’s Lions Lounge. PF receive your invoice! 9:40- 14:10Incredible Segue here to OTD 06/14/1998- Game Six! Followed by several Birthday shoutouts and invoices14:13-21:28This episode was recorded 06/15, which is the same day the Goin To Work Pistons beat Kobe, Shaw and the Lakers back on 06/15/2004! This leads to a heated NBA discussion, Detroit Sports in 1997 (the greatest year in Detroit Sports!), and the 2002 Red Wings. It’s a Jailbreak!21:30- 28:47KK gives us some insight into the Pistons new GM rumors, and the Kevs discuss what their opinion on what the Pistons should do, and the future of the NBA. 28:49- 39:10The Detroit Free Press ranks Matthew Stafford the 7th best QB in the NFL. The Kevs breakdown the rest of the list.39:12- 45:38It’s another D2 football flashback! We reveal a tragic story when Northwood traveled to Grand Valley State when Northwood’s bus broke down, and Northwood lost the game. And more stories about the coaching staff 45:45-55:09Group Chats, Spongebob Squarepants, and CNN.55:11FAN QUESTIONS! S/O Jeff GaluardiSubscribe rate and review on all platforms! Links are below! Keep sending us your feedback, we appreciate it!Subscribe and Review on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbIV-GZPUDIA7dB8Aj3rXdw?view_as=subscriberSubscribe and Comment on iTunes: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1110077.rss Subscribe and Review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26N4hy35njWDwbCJcsCOgG Subscribe and Review on Google Podcasts:https://podcasts.google.com/?q=between%20two%20kevs Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/between_two_kev

Everyone starts from day one.You can't look to your past for examples as to what is possible because that is not what determines what is possible. You make a decision to begin. We all have to start as a beginner.There is discomfort in growth and in new, but there is also discomfort in stagnation. Choose the discomfort in growth EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.MANAGE YOUR MIND MASTERCLASS SERIESJune 22-28This 7 day FREE Masterclass will teach you how to use your mind to:Accomplish your goals,Have better relationshipsFeel more fulfilledBe in control of your emotions + lifeIncrease your energy+ so much more!I can't wait to see you inside!Schedule Your Breakthrough Call!If you are feeling unfulfilled, overwhelmed or struggling with your thoughts + emotions, then schedule your free, 30 minute breakthrough call and learn how to practice better self-care + self-love + receive clarity and confidence in your direction of life. Music: Lights - SappheirosOthers Ways to Connect with Megan:New Facebook GroupInstagramYoutubePinterest WebsiteEmailmegan@alignwellnessyxe.com

All growth is uncomfortable. We want to grow but we feel resistant to it because growth is new and to the brain, "new" seems "hard". Remember to have perspective on what is actually hard. Nothing has gone wrong when things are uncomfortable or hard. That is exactly how it should be, because it is.MANAGE YOUR MIND MASTERCLASS SERIESJune 22-28This 7 day FREE Masterclass will teach you how to use your mind to:Accomplish your goals,Have better relationshipsFeel more fulfilledBe in control of your emotions + lifeIncrease your energy+ so much more!I can't wait to see you inside!Schedule Your Breakthrough Call!If you are feeling unfulfilled, overwhelmed or struggling with your thoughts + emotions, then schedule your free, 30 minute breakthrough call and learn how to practice better self-care + self-love + receive clarity and confidence in your direction of life. Music: Lights - SappheirosOthers Ways to Connect with Megan:New Facebook GroupInstagramYoutubePinterest WebsiteEmailmegan@alignwellnessyxe.com

How has the new year been treating you? Are you overwhelmed by too much? Do you feel like you're not getting done what needs to be done? Maybe our problem isn't that we're not productive enough, maybe we don't know what productivity really means let alone achieve it!In this episode, Todd breaks down 3 things - What is Productivity / A tool to become more accomplished / Building a culture around you.This podcast is broken into these three sections to allow you to go back and listen to what you need to without going through the whole thing again....unless you want to!Section 1- What is Productivity? time - 4:25Section 2 - The new tool to use. time - 8:35Section 3 - Building a culture. time - 23:28This is a great podcast to listen on your own, with your leader, or with your team! It is informative and action oriented. Buckle up and dive in to becoming more Accomplished with your productivity!Resources mentioned:www.ispeak.com/blogwww.artofmanliness.comFranklin Covey 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity - Book

It has been a full year of the Laugh to Learn Podcast and I'm here to celebrate with a year in review as we look back on all the episodes that have come and gone. I also throw in some stories from my time learning how to navigate the podcasting realm and look ahead with plans for the future.Thank you all so much for coming on this journey with me so far, and starting next week we look to the future. Let's go! Be sure to subscribe to find for more episodes every Tuesday evening (EST). Reach me on the contact page at www.laughtolearnpodcast.com on Instagram @laughtolearn or twitter @jacobpavao. Time stampsYear in review - 8:28This week in stupid - 36:21

Genesis 24: 42-28This week's sermon from Rev. Dr. Johanna Wagner is all about love and relationships. The reverend offers three tips to know if your relationship is a good one. Travel from Canaan to Mesopotamia, and plant yourself by a well.Find someone at the well, and see if they water the camels.Don't just stay at home with Lot. The reverend uses the scripture to explain that we must watch how those close to us treat us, treat others, and are willing to change; we must be willing to travel spiritually and emotionally. We must look for people who can handle journeys.

Podcast: Unsolicited Response PodcastEpisode: ICS Capture The Flag at S4x18Pub date: 2017-11-28This is a shorter episode on the ICS Capture The Flag (CTF) that will take place at S4x18, Jan 16-18 in Miami South Beach. This will be the third year Reid has created and run the S4 CTF, and we talk to him about: - What makes the S4 ICS CTF different than other ICS CTFs and ICS Villages - Flag examples from 2017 - Tips on preparing to compete in the S4x18 CTF - CTF team composition and strategy - Why to visit the CTF even if you are not playing  The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Dale Peterson: ICS Security Catalyst and S4 Conference Chair, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Prayer, holiness and the God of Peace1 Thessalonians 5:23-28This is the last sermon in this series. I have mixed feelings. I have enjoyed preaching through this book and wish I wasn't leaving it.Paul draws his final encouragements and exhortations to a close in two magnificent verses (23-24) and then ends the letter where he started: “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.” Grace has been one important theme in this letter - a letter that he asks be read to all the brothers - and it is where Paul chooses to draw his readers' attention at the end of this letter. He leaves us amazed at God.How so? Well, last week's sermon was heavily invested on my side of things… rejoice - at all times; pray - unceasingly; be grateful - in everything. Why? Because this is God's will for you. Don't extinguish the Spirit, don't despise the prophesies, but test everything and keep what is good. And then the capstone: keep yourself from every form of evil. No tall order… and it seems to all be on me.Perhaps I left you thinking that… holiness is something I need to accomplish. Not entirely, because now Paul offers a benediction in which he wishes two things from God: that He might make us holy and that we might be kept blameless at Christ's return. And what He is asking for… that's what we want to unpack this morning.The God of Peace 23aLiterally Paul says here: “And may He - the God of peace - Himself…” What a personal God we serve. He involves Himself intimately in the affairs of man. God Himself will make us holy. He does not expect us to make strides in personal struggle and in keeping ourselves from. God does it Himself. But why the God of peace? There have been quite a few that ask this question… why does Paul address God as the God of peace in this context. Personal holiness is not often thought of in the context of peace.Romans 5:1 gives us a reason perhaps. Through justification by our faith we have peace with God. Justification is a legal term that is akin to acquit. We have been declared righteous through our faith in Jesus Christ and because of this legal ruling we have peace with God. It is through this peace with God that He acts on our behalf, beginning a work in us that He will complete. A work that Paul calls sanctification. It is God's will that we become holy - and because we are at peace with Him, He can work it in us in such a personal way.Thorough sanctification 23b“May God sanctify you through and through.” This pictures a completed sanctification. The word here is a strengthened form of ‘whole'. In some ways it is an exaggerated term - perhaps even hyperbole. Complete is already complete. Today we like to add the word “super” to everything to intensify the verb we are using. But compete is one of those words that already signifies completeness in its definition. And yet, here we have a intensified verb for complete. Really complete… super complete… sanctified super-complete. Paul is asked for a thorough sanctification.Purpose-driven sanctification 23cThen Paul introduces three aspects to humanity - spirit, soul, and body - that has spawned voluminous writing on the constitution of mankind. Does man consist of material and immaterial (body and spirit) or of three parts body, soul and spirit. Or is man - as the Jews view man - holistic (a living soul). To argue this misses the point entirely, since Paul is focused on the completeness of man, not to define man's inner divisions. More dangerous, however, is the idea that man is a trinity, as God is a trinity (created in His image). This is not the case. A body without a spirit or soul is dead - it cannot live without the immaterial parts, which immediately argues against a trinity. Man is created in God's image in that he was given personality (intellect, emotion and will) and that He is a moral being capable of choosing good or evil.What Paul is explaining here is that man is completely - all the way through - kept. Paul may be - perhaps - arguing against Greek philosophical dualism. The Greek Philosophers believed that man was body and soul and that the body was evil (earthly) and the soul was divine. The human struggle, then, is to rid oneself of the body and ascend to the heavenly. This spawned the idea that it did not matter what a person did in the body, for it was evil.When Paul is discussing the complete and thorough sanctification and discussing the preserving of man, he begins with the preservation of the spirit and then includes the two terms that Greek philosophers use: soul and body, to prove the eternal value of the body (look back at chapter 4). The point, however, is that man is completely and entirely preserved blameless.This impressed the believers in Thessalonica is evidenced by the inscription on some ancient Christian graves in Thessalonica: amemptos… which means “blameless.” What an expression of confidence in the work of God. Paul requests that the believer might be kept blameless at the Parousia of the Lord (emphasis is Paul's) Jesus Christ. When He comes, may we be constantly guarded completely blameless.The God of Faithfulness 24And then Paul's capstone: God called you… He is faithful to do it. It echoes Philippians 1:6 - He who began a good work in you will complete it. God is faithful to us to do it… we are commanded to do it… He is going to do it. Now that is an incredible liberty. God calls us to holiness, but He is the One that sanctifies. Live this way… but I'll do it. This is the grace of God… to call us to something and yet do it Himself. Our's is more a matter of getting out of the way of the work that God wants to do.Pray and Greet 25-26And then Paul asks that the believers will pray in such a way for them as well. No one is above this need and dependency on God. Greet one another… I'm just going to add this in closing… the only way you can greet one another - and ‘with a kiss' is simply a cultural reference… it doesn't mean we need to go around kissing each other - the only way you can greet one another is if you are meeting one another. You need to be in Church. The writer of Hebrews warns us: don't make it a habit to be out of Church (10:25). You need the encouragement and you need the challenge… and you need the prayers of your believers. Be in Church. Stop skipping because it's inconvenient or hard. The necessary things of life are always hard.So…Is holiness your wish?How thoroughly do you want to be sanctified?What is het goal of your sanctification?Who is making you holy?

“The Light Of Hope” Christmas Sunday 2016 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 NIV “We can live forty days without food, eight days without water, four minutes without air, but only a few seconds without hope.” WHAT IS HOPE? Webster’s Dictionary defines hope as… “A Desire That Comes With The Expectation Of Fulfillment.” THE LIGHT OF HOPE IS… A DESIRE THAT COMES FROM GOD. The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. Isaiah 9:2 NIV For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 NIV THE LIGHT OF HOPE IS... EXPECTING GOD TO FULFILL THE DESIRE HE PLACED IN ME. 25At that time there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon. He was righteous and devout and was eagerly waiting for the Messiah to come and rescue Israel. The Holy Spirit was upon him 26and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. 27That day the Spirit led him to the Temple. So when Mary and Joseph came to present the baby Jesus to the Lord as the law required, 28Simeon was there. He took the child in his arms and praised God, saying, 29“Sovereign Lord, now let your servant die in peace, as you have promised. 30I have seen your salvation, 31which you have prepared for all people. 32He is a light to reveal God to the nations, and he is the glory of your people Israel! Luke 2:25-32 NLT Without hope, something inside of all of us dies… Hope motivates us to keep going and to never give up. THE LIGHT OF HOPE IS… A love that can never be fathomed. A life that can never die. A righteousness that can never be tarnished. A peace that can never be understood. A rest that can never be disturbed. A joy that can never be diminished. A hope that can never be disappointed. A light that can never be darkened. It takes an outside source to bring light into darkness. That’s exactly what Jesus did that first Christmas Day! THE LIGHT OF HOPE IS… SHONE IN THE LORD’S SUPPER. 1 Corinthians 11:26-28 NASB 26For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes. 27Therefore whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner, shall be guilty of the body and the blood of the Lord. 28But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. Matthew 26:26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” Matthew 26:27-29 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 29I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.”

Genesis 45:25-28This message is one both of hope and encouragement but also one of soberness.  There is a common misconception that exists amongst many believers today in the West.  They hold that the Christian life is one only of happiness and celebration, joy and jubilation, peace and prosperity.  This message highlights through the life of Jacob that as Christians we are not immune to afflictions and tribulations.  Jacob was a man who walked with God and yet he was a man who was not immune to affliction.  He mourned his beloved son Joseph for nearly two decades thinking him to torn by a wild beast.  During this time the heavens were silent, no word was given from God as to the true condition of his son.  Then alas the thunder clouds broke giving way to the brightness of the blue skies, Joseph is yet alive!!  Whatever you are going through as a Christian, this message is bound to bring you hope and encouragement!