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GOSPEL POWER l SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 l FRIDAY 22nd Week in Ordinary Time Gospel: Lk 5:33-39 33The Pharisees and scribes said to Jesus, “John's disciples, like the disciples of the Pharisees, frequently fast and pray, but your disciples eat and drink.” 34Jesus said to them, “You cannot make wedding guests fast while the bridegroom is with them, can you? 35The days will come when the bridegroom will be taken away from them, and then they will fast in those days.” 36He also told them a parable: “No one tears a piece from a new garment and sews it on an old garment; otherwise the new will be torn, and the piece from the new will not match the old. 37And no one puts new wine into old wineskins; otherwise the new wine will burst the skins and will be spilled, and the skins will be destroyed. 38But new wine must be put into fresh wineskins. 39And no one after drinking old wine desires new wine, but says, ‘The old is good.'” Fasting served various purposes in Israel's life. One important motive for fasting was to express hope for the dawning of the messianic age. The coming of Jesus fulfills this hope. For this reason, Jesus invokes the familiar messianic image of the banquet (cf. Is 25:6; 55:1-2) to answer the disapproving observation regarding his disciples' omission of fasting. The scribes and Pharisees, as experts in the Scripture, ought to know the implication of Jesus' answer. It is a claim that, in his person, God is being revealed in a new and totally unexpected way. The simple ones, like his disciples, welcome and celebrate this newness. But those who enjoy status and privileges in the old system, like the scribes and Pharisees, resist the change necessitated by the new order. Lord Jesus, transform our lives into new wineskins, ready to receive the newness of the Kingdom. Amen.

Ministry Moves On By Louie Marsh, 8-29-2021     1) Remember the Ministry is GOD'S NOT MINE.   “2during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John the son of Zechariah in the wilderness. 3And he went into all the region around the Jordan, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.” (Luke 3:2–3, ESV)   “1The word of the Lord that came to Hosea…(Hosea 1:1, ESV)   The Gospel belongs to   “1The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” (Mark 1:1, ESV)   The abilities I use in ministry are NOT MINE.   “7To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7, ESV)   2) Accept that we're all TEMPORARY.   “15As for man, his days are like grass; he flourishes like a flower of the field; 16for the wind passes over it, and it is gone, and its place knows it no more. 17But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children's children,” (Psalm 103:15–17, ESV)   “24But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God. 25And now, behold, I know that none of you among whom I have gone about proclaiming the kingdom will see my face again.” (Acts 20:24–25, ESV)   I must have EMPTY HANDS to receive new ministry.   “7Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices! 8Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath! Fret not yourself; it tends only to evil. 9For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land. 10In just a little while, the wicked will be no more; though you look carefully at his place, he will not be there. 11But the meek shall inherit the land and delight themselves in abundant peace.” (Psalm 37:7–11, ESV)   3) The key to moving on is LETTING GO.   “15As the people were in expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Christ, 16John answered them all, saying, “I baptize you with water, but he who is mightier than I is coming, the strap of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Luke 3:15–16, ESV)   “35The next day again John was standing with two of his disciples, 36and he looked at Jesus as he walked by and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” 37The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. 38Jesus turned and saw them following and said to them, “What are you seeking?” And they said to him, “Rabbi” (which means Teacher), “where are you staying?”” (John 1:35–38, ESV)   Ownership is good, only if it's   “6For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 7I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:6–7, ESV)   “62Jesus said to him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”” (Luke 9:62, ESV)      

Code-Switching and VulnerabilityIn this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Frances Jordan about code-switching in the workplace. Code-switching is the practice of altering behavior, speech, appearance, or expression of oneself to optimize the comfort of others in exchange for fair treatment. On its surface, code-switching might seem a harmless way of operating, however we learn that code-switching reaps consequences of identity erasure that are anything but benign. Frances reframes code-switching as a barrier that represses vulnerability and inhibits us from showing up in the workplace as our most authentic selves. From identifying specific triggers to understanding that no two people share identical experiences, Frances helps us realize that there's power in showing up honestly if we so choose, just as there's power in welcoming and respectfully empathizing with our co-workers' individual experiences. Regardless of race, religion, sexuality, or identity, we're all here to be the best professionals we can be — and we all deserve to do so as our most authentic selves!Host: Lorelei GonzalezCo-host: Frances Leigh Jordan, Esq.Frances Leigh Jordan currently works at Notley as the Policy and Social Equity Director. Since law school, she's worked in civil rights, child protection services, and transportation with government agencies. She is an active member of the Austin Stone and has been volunteering with the Austin Justice Coalition since 2016, and currently serves as the Board Chair. She received her bachelor's degree in political science at Tuskegee University in 2008 and received her Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky in 2011.Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  What is code-switching? 1:06Through the generations 6:28Why do it? 7:35The consequences 13:45Vulnerability 15:40Perpetuate positivity 21:40Breaking the cycle 28:45Femme fact: Edith Garrud 33:05Resources mentioned in this episode:  The Cost of Code-Switching (article) Code Switch (podcast)Cane by Jean Toomer (book)Articulate While Black by H. Samy Alim and Geneva SmithermanThe Elephant Brain by Kevin Simler and Robin HansonEpisode sponsors:  HERdacity   Moonray  Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our podcast episode with Sam Barrow “Navigating Bias Like a Boss”Loved what you heard on herdacious and want to share with friends? Tag us and connect with HERdacity on social media:Twitter: @herdacityFacebook: @HERdacityInstagram: @herdacityLinkedIn: HERdacity Email: herdacious@herdacity.orgFor up to date information on HERdacity events, webinars, podcasts, and community activities, join our newsletter here.  Disclaimer: While we appreciate our sponsors' support in making this show possible, herdacious content is curated with integrity and honesty.Support the show (http://herdacity.org/donate/)

Disciple Up # 215 Words Mean Things By Louie Marsh, 6-16-2021   Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, for whom Lewis Carroll was a pseudonym, was an Oxford-educated mathematician and logician, an early pioneer of photography, and an archetypal English Eccentric. Below is perhaps my favorite passage by Carroll a passage without which the Humpty Dumpty Theory of Language would still be called the Cratylus Theory of Language.   "I don't know what you mean by 'glory'," Alice said.   Humpty Dumpty smiled contemptuously. "Of course you don't- till I tell you. I meant 'there's a nice knock-down argument for you!'"   "But 'glory' doesn't mean 'a nice knock-down argument'," Alice objected.   "When I use a word," Humpty Dumpty said, in rather a scornful tone, "it means just what I choose it to mean- neither more nor less."   "The question is," said Alice, "whether you can make words mean so many different things."   "The question is," said Humpty Dumpty, "which is to be master-that's all."   Alice was too much puzzled to say anything; so after a minute Humpty Dumpty began again. "They've a temper some of them- particularly verbs: they're the proudest- adjectives you can do anything with, but not verbs- however, I can manage the whole lot of them! Impenetrability! That's what I say!"   Through the Looking Glass, Ch. VI   Intro:  I first heard the late Rush Limbaugh say this – Words Mean Things. I have leaned that there is a movement, part of the general PC panic in our country, that uses this phrase as it's title. However just to be very clear here – I am using it in the same way that Limbaugh did. Words have specific meanings and if we want to communicate clearly and preserve rational conversation in our culture (thus preserving the culture as well) we must honor and abide by these meanings.   Why I'm talking about this – two bodies example, etc.   Episode 8 of Disciple Up – Karma.   “33“Either make the tree good and its fruit good, or make the tree bad and its fruit bad, for the tree is known by its fruit. 34You brood of vipers! How can you speak good, when you are evil? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. 35The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil. 36I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, 37for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”” (Matthew 12:33–37, ESV)   “21“You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder; and whoever murders will be liable to judgment.' 22But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment; whoever insults his brother will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool!' will be liable to the hell of fire. 23So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you,” (Matthew 5:21–23, ESV)   “2Nothing is covered up that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. 3Therefore whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed on the housetops.” (Luke 12:2–3, ESV)   “31Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven people, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. 32And whoever speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come.” (Matthew 12:31–32, ESV)   “43“For no good tree bears bad fruit, nor again does a bad tree bear good fruit, 44for each tree is known by its own fruit. For figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor are grapes picked from a bramble bush. 45The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:43–45, ESV)   “29Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. 30And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. 31Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. 32Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:29–32, ESV)   “11whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.” (1 Peter 4:11, ESV)   Other Important News:   https://www.christianpost.com/news/city-pays-35k-to-christian-ministry-for-canceling-event-over-speakers-biblically-based-views.html   https://www.christianpost.com/news/chinese-authorities-forcibly-detain-pastor-wife-by-chaining-door.html      

Tyler Large is the founder of OC Ramps, a skateboard ramp company that makes a variety of mini ramps, halfpipes, street features, and other unique obstacles. OC Ramps makes their products in kit form but also creates custom builds, and has done so for companies like Apple, Disney, Red Bull, Nike, and others. It was a blast meeting Tyler and I learned A TON about entrepreneurship and what it takes to build a company, and I hope you will learn some too. Thanks for watching and if ya like it, GIVE IT A LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE YEET.Intro: 0:00Developing a product line from scratch: 0:55Keeping jobs in America VS overseas: 1:49Signature athlete obstacles: 3:00Growing Business with demand VS Anticipation: 3:54Maintain quality while growing your business: 5:50The importance of customer service: 8:12Don’t do something unless you’ll do it well: 13:32Finding your customer base: 14:47How the skate ramps are made (audio warning): 17:14Business expansion during covid?: 18:35The $60,000 question: 19:53“I blew almost all the ligaments in my knee”: 20:49The future of OC ramps: 30:25music by kriderInsta:https://www.instagram.com/worlds_podc...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worlds_podcas...Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/maxwell.saue...Twitter:https://twitter.com/MMsauerbrey

View the Bulletin for Sunday April 11, 2021Service Times: 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.In-person Bible Study: 9:15 a.m.In-person Sunday School: 9:20 a.m.All are welcome.Visit our YouTube channel — Click the red “subscribe” box, and then click on the “bell” next to that box to receive Live Streaming notifications. You must be logged into YouTube to activate these features.After Saturday, April 17th, we will discontinue the Saturday morning service (10:00 a.m.)SPECIAL WORSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Saturday morning service (10:00 a.m.) Participant number will be limited to a total of TWENTY FIVE (23 worshippers, 1 elder, pastor). Saturday’s readings and the sermon will be the same as the following Sunday’s (these services are currently different from one another). REGISTER FOR SATURDAY.First Reading – Acts 4:32-35The full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common. And with great power the apostles were giving their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all. There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.Epistle Reading – 1 John 1:1—2:2That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we looked upon and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life— the life was made manifest, and we have seen it, and testify to it and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and was made manifest to us— that which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. And we are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. He isthe propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.The Holy Gospel according to St. John, the twentieth chapter.On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of anyone, they are forgiven; if you withhold forgiveness from anyone, it is withheld.”Now Thomas, one of the Twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will never believe.”Eight days later, his disciples were inside again, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side. Do not disbelieve, but believe.” Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.

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.”

How will the GW pharma deal affect the industry?This week we welcome back Oliver Zugel, CEO and Founder of Foliumed - international producers of pharmaceutical grade cannabis and extracts in Columbia. Together, we explore the recent acquisition of GW Pharma by Jazz Pharmaceuticals, how CBD, medical cannabis, and pharmaceutical cannabis will differentiate themselves from each other, and how this will impact the cannabis industry going forwards.→ View full show notes, summary, and access resources here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/e101About OliverOliver Zugel is the founder and CEO of Foliumed, a medical cannabis producer with operations  in Germany and Colombia. Foliumed focuses on non-smokable, pharmaceutical product forms which permit precise dosing. Its ingredients are sourced from its organic farm in the Colombian highlands, and processed in a German EU-GMP certified facility. Quotables2021 is the year columbian product will become more well known within the major medical cannabis marketplace 03:00GW is ‘quite a big fish to swallow' for the Irish company 05:00Medical cannabis companies operate in a very different business model than GW' 07:35The time has come for medical cannabis companies to start thinking about how they compete 09:55‘The medical cannabis industry isn't about curing cancer. It's about improving the life and wellbeing of an ageing population' 12:30ResourcesFollow Oliver on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverzugel/Foliumed's Website: www.foliumed.comEPISODE #76 Standardisation and Medical Cannabis with Oliver Zugel, CEO at Foliume‪d‬ :https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-76-standardisation-medical-cannabis-oliver/id1454098889?i=1000489119600

Today, Den drops science on something almost every single business owner needs to hear. And that is this: how to keep calm, cool, and collected when all hell breaks loose. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:Two words that release a feel-good chemical in your body. Sadly, most people only use these two words when they feel obliged to. What are these two words? Hear them at 1:10How your nose can destress you within 10 to 20 seconds. And, no, this does not involve "nose candy", alright? - 3:002 questions to ask when you're stressed outta your brain. (Not only does asking these two questions instantly start to calm you down, but they can also cause you to have less stress in the future. - 3:20)An unusual (and very counterintuitive) thing to say when you're getting put through the wringer. (Admittedly, this is not easy to do, but if you can make a habit of saying this when you're backed against the wall, then don't be surprised when you find yourself become as peaceful as a sleeping baby. - 4:00)How to use an ordinary pen and a blank piece of paper to improve your inner wellbeing. - 5:00The difference between “righteous selling” and “douchebaggery selling”. - 10:00An almost foolproof way to spot a deadbeat prospect. (If the first thing a prospect asks you is what's mentioned at 12:00, then politely inform them that they are a moron and send them packing!)The single most powerful word in all of sales and negotiation. - 12:35The tale of the Mexican fisher. (This story provokes a serious soul-searching question that only you can answer. As profound and thought-provoking this story is, it's also kinda humorous. Hear this story at 16:00)How to find your business/life "sweet spot". -18:00The case study all drinkers and smokers would love to hear. - 20:00How playing chess and reading books can potentially extend your life expectancy. - 21:00An Aboriginal term every Australian knows but very few understand its real meaning. Hear Den (a Scotsman) break it down. Typical, huh? - 22:35Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show (https://www.denlennie.com/free-training)

Today, Den raps about his 50 years on this spinning ball… and… reveals his biggest lessons, insights, and trade secrets from 26 years in the video industry trenches. This is what's called in the podcasting industry, "A not to be missed episode".But first...Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:An almost deplorable thing many one-man-band video businesses do that's quickly becoming Den's bete noire. (Not only is this thing lame... it's also disingenuous. - 1:50)Why many video business owners are like the pufferfish. - 2:303 hardly-ever-talked about reasons why running a lean-and-mean business is severely underrated.Ever feel intimidated dealing with a large corporation because you're just a one-man band? (Then listen in 4:00 and you'll start relishing the fact you're a lean operation.)Why having a big office and a large team of employees is like being the world's tallest midget. - 4:10A special kind of sales pitch that solo video business owners can use when dealing with big companies and corporations that can turn your lack of size into a red hot reason to hire you. (This sales pitch is based on something George Bernard once said: “If you can't hide the skeleton, you might as well make it dance!" Hear Den reveal this ingenious sales pitch at 4:15)One of the most crucial things potential clients want to know before they hire a video production company is this... - 7:15Why obsessing over how big your prospective clients perceive your business to be is downright foolish... and... what you should be obsessing over instead. - 9:35The “skid mark on the underwear” of the film industry. - 10:00Den talks about the torrent of BS that cascades down the hallways of the video production community. - 10:20A “caveman simple” sales-pitch that's almost guaranteed to be music to the ears of prospective clients. (This type of sales pitch will work just as well for any business in any industry, too. - 11:00)Why offering MORE services can sometimes make your video business LESS profitable. - 12:00Is the number of services your video business offers multiplying faster than a catholic rabbit? Then you might want to tune in at 12:30Should you go “broad and shallow” or “narrow and deep” with your marketing? Hear Den's answer at 14:40The #1 mistake most video production guys make when dealing with clients. This is a very subtle thing, but its negative impact is not so subtle. - 16:106 things all the most successful video business owners do that their lesser brethren don't do or at least don't do as well. - 16:40How to get your clients to see you as a business partner instead of a lowly gun for hire. - 17:50Den's surprising revelation about "time" (Admittedly, this one sounds strange coming from a 50-year-old, but it's also hard to argue with this one. Hear this at 18:20)Den boogies on out of his studio to party hardy. Happy 50th birthday, Den!Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show (https://www.denlennie.com/free-training)

Intro - 00:00Dream journalling - 3:21Symbols and the subconscious - 9:06Most vivid dreams - 14:32Dreaming in colour or black and white - 17:00Dreaming in first or third person - 18:04Lucid dreaming & How to practice lucid dreaming - 20:27Are dreams purely psychological or is there a spiritual aspect to them? - 25:45What is a Mindset Coach? - 32:44How Dani ended up becoming a Mindset Coach - 35:35The personal rewards from working as a Mindset Coach - 39:05How do you start to work with a new client? - 44:53305: Cardio Exercise disguised as a dance party - 53:02 You can find Dani at the following placeshttps://www.danilongo.com/https://www.instagram.com/hellodanilongo/

We invite you to join us in sharing in the true celebration of Christmas, Jesus’ birth. #JesusIsTheReasonForTheSeason Listen in as we read from the book of Luke. From our home to yours, Merry Christmas. We pray you have a wonderfully blessed Christmas!! Luke 1:26-38 - The Birth of Jesus Foretold 26In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” 29Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. 31You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. 32He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, 33and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.” 34“How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 35The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. 36Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month. 37For no word from God will ever fail.” 38“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. Luke 2 - The Birth of Jesus 1In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3And everyone went to their own town to register. 4So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them. 8And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” 15When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” 16So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. ****** To learn more about our ministry visit www.fearlessfeatures.org

Matthew 1:18-25 and Luke 2:21-35The first lesson from what will be a short themed series on the Incomparable Person of Christ!

Diversity shouldn’t be a trend, it should be a standard. Support for Black Lives Matter has dipped significantly since June, but racial inequality continues to permeate every facet of society—including our workplaces. Exactly six months after the senseless murder of George Floyd, we had the privilege of talking with Karlyn Percil about the racial pandemic we’re still facing, and the state of diversity and equality in the workplace, and what we can do to make businesses more inclusive. Because equitable work is a key to breaking the cycle of oppression, and the right to earn a living in a safe, inclusive workplace is a basic human right. In this episode, we learned how to use emotional intelligence and positive psychology to help create equal opportunities for BIPOC employees, to shift hiring practices and dated work cultures, and to eliminate harmful microaggressions that prevent employees from feeling safe enough to bring their whole selves to work.While it is 100% *our* job as white women to educate ourselves on systemic racism and how to be an anti-racist ally, we’re so grateful that Certified Emotional Intelligence and Neuro-Life Coach Karlyn Percil spent time chatting with us about how to leverage bravery, leadership, empathy and vulnerability to create more equitable and safe workplaces for BIPOC communities. Karlyn has dedicated her career to increasing emotional intelligence in the workforce and helping corporations plan and execute Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategies. She’s the CEO of KDPM Consulting, the Founder of SisterTalk Group, and she spreads her infectiously positive and empowering mindset tools on talk shows like CityLine, on CBC and in the pages of Forbes and Refinery29.Listen to our chat with Karlyn to learn more about: The current state of racial diversity in the workplace: 2:05Changes you can make right now to promote inclusivity and diversity at work: 3:00Why corporate “Listening and Learning” sessions are missing the mark, and how to improve them: 15:35The reality of changing “company culture”: 21:39What microaggressions sound like and how to take accountability: 22:30Why you will 100% screw up on your anti-racism journey, and why you should keep going out of your comfort zone: 24:28Using emotional intelligence to examine defensiveness, shame and fear: 30:16How to be a better ally through Karlyn’s LEAP strategy: 31:30The hiring practices that ensure inclusivity and equity: 36:10How to respond to racial injustice and getting “called in” on social media: 51:08Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/Follow Karlyn:karlynpercil.cominstagram.com/karlynpercillinkedin.com/karlynpercil/kdpmconsultinggroup.com/

Luke 11Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us,2just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word.3Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,4so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.5In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron.6Both of them were upright in the sight of God, observing all the Lord's commandments and regulations blamelessly.7But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren; and they were both well along in years.8Once when Zechariah's division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God,9he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to go into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.10And when the time for the burning of incense came, all the assembled worshipers were praying outside.11Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense.12When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear.13But the angel said to him: "Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John.14He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice because of his birth,15for he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He is never to take wine or other fermented drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even from birth. 16Many of the people of Israel will he bring back to the Lord their God.17And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous--to make ready a people prepared for the Lord."18Zechariah asked the angel, "How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well along in years."19The angel answered, "I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news.20And now you will be silent and not able to speak until the day this happens, because you did not believe my words, which will come true at their proper time."21Meanwhile, the people were waiting for Zechariah and wondering why he stayed so long in the temple.22When he came out, he could not speak to them. They realized he had seen a vision in the temple, for he kept making signs to them but remained unable to speak.23When his time of service was completed, he returned home.24After this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion.25"The Lord has done this for me," she said. "In these days he has shown his favor and taken away my disgrace among the people."26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee,27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary.28The angel went to her and said, "Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you."29Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be.30But the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God.31You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus.32He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David,33and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end."34"How will this be," Mary asked the angel, "since I am a virgin?"35The angel answered, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reformedeve/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reformedeve/support

Today’s guitar villain is Tommy Emmanuel. One of the most musical guitar players you’ll ever hear, Tommy has been dropping the jaws of audiences for decades with this impeccable acoustic guitar playing that sounds more like an entire band than just one person. With flawless rhythm, unreal technique and a way of playing that just makes you laugh, Tommy’s musicianship is captivating in a way that will inspire you to pick up your guitar, or, maybe, just set it down and watch. Tommy’s way of explaining things is another testament to his world class talent, so you may yourself coming back to this one over and over, on this episode of Guitar Villains.Intro and Tommy Emmanuel's supervillain alter-ego: 0:00Burning Questions: 7:14The sound of tuning perfection: 11:12Name Those Notes: 15:19Dress up, show up, and do your best: 29:09The difficulty of instrumental songwriting: 31:10Tommy's unique approach to guitar playing: 33:35The hardest and easiest thing about guitar: 37:49Tommy Hollywood is working on a movie, The Tiger Rising: 38:42Tommy's favorite airplane album: 42:10Tommy's dream band: 42:46Tommy's supervillain advice: 43:35Tommy Emmanuel on YouTubeTommy's websiteSign up for Guitar Super System, the most popular independent guitar learning platform on the internet: http://bit.ly/GVTE004

Disciple Up #180 Shepherding: Feeding & Defending the Flock By Louie Marsh, 10-7-2020   Intro. An e-mail poured in! Disagreement on what I said about Witness Lee and the Local Church. Episode 73-74.   So what is the duty of teachers and shepherds when it comes to dealing with doctrinal error and, sometimes, out right heresy? Let's take a look!   Everyone – Leaders Included – Must Watch Their Mouth!   Yes, I am very well aware that we'll be judged for every careless word we speak. I'll go even further we are also commanded not to lie and not to condemn our brothers when we disagree with them   “34You brood of vipers! How can you speak good, when you are evil? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. 35The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil. 36I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, 37for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”” (Matthew 12:34–37, ESV)   “4Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand.” (Romans 14:4, ESV)   “6The one who observes the day, observes it in honor of the Lord. The one who eats, eats in honor of the Lord, since he gives thanks to God, while the one who abstains, abstains in honor of the Lord and gives thanks to God. 7For none of us lives to himself, and none of us dies to himself. 8For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's.” (Romans 14:6–8, ESV)   “1“Judge not, that you be not judged. 2For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you. 3Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? 4Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,' when there is the log in your own eye? 5You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.” (Matthew 7:1–5, ESV)   TEACHERS AND SHEPHERDS HAVE DUTIES FROM GOD   FEED AND LEAD:   When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 16 He said to him a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.” 17 He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. (Jn 21:15–17).   However, pastors and teachers aren't just commanded to teach and lead the flock. We are also called upon to defend it when necessary. James says teachers are under a stricter judgement and this tension between not being judgmental but being discerning and defending your flock from harm, is part of the weight of that judgement.   Ezekiel tells us that if the watchman doesn't warn those under his care he will be condemned. So yes, I am very aware of this and living with the weight of this greater judgement is something I agreed to take on when I became a teacher and pastor.   WATCHMEN – PROTECTING THE FLOCK   “1The word of the Lord came to me: 2“Son of man, speak to your people and say to them, If I bring the sword upon a land, and the people of the land take a man from among them, and make him their watchman, 3and if he sees the sword coming upon the land and blows the trumpet and warns the people, 4then if anyone who hears the sound of the trumpet does not take warning, and the sword comes and takes him away, his blood shall be upon his own head. 5He heard the sound of the trumpet and did not take warning; his blood shall be upon himself. But if he had taken warning, he would have saved his life. 6But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, so that the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any one of them, that person is taken away in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at the watchman's hand.” (Ezekiel 33:1–6, ESV)   “3Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. 4For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, ungodly people, who pervert the grace of our God into sensuality and deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.” (Jude 3–4, ESV)   “5And the Pharisees and the scribes asked him, “Why do your disciples not walk according to the tradition of the elders, but eat with defiled hands?” 6And he said to them, “Well did Isaiah prophesy of you hypocrites, as it is written, “ ‘This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; 7in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.' 8You leave the commandment of God and hold to the tradition of men.”” (Mark 7:5–8, ESV)   Should We Name Names?   “11But when Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned. 12For before certain men came from James, he was eating with the Gentiles; but when they came he drew back and separated himself, fearing the circumcision party.” (Galatians 2:11–12, ESV)   “19holding faith and a good conscience. By rejecting this, some have made shipwreck of their faith, 20among whom are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan that they may learn not to blaspheme.” (1 Timothy 1:19–20, ESV)   “16But avoid irreverent babble, for it will lead people into more and more ungodliness, 17and their talk will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, 18who have swerved from the truth, saying that the resurrection has already happened. They are upsetting the faith of some.” (2 Timothy 2:16–18, ESV)   If the people involved are public figures – like I am – the answer is yes!   THE PRICE OF LEADERSHIP:   “1Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. 2For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle his whole body.” (James 3:1–2, ESV)   God's judgement is based on what you know.   “20For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.” (Romans 1:20, ESV)   That's the only way His judgements can be just. He can't condemn or justify you if you didn't something was right or wrong.   “47And that servant who knew his master's will but did not get ready or act according to his will, will receive a severe beating. 48But the one who did not know, and did what deserved a beating, will receive a light beating. Everyone to whom much was given, of him much will be required, and from him to whom they entrusted much, they will demand the more.” (Luke 12:47–48, ESV)   “12Now if anyone builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw— 13each one's work will become manifest, for the Day will disclose it, because it will be revealed by fire, and the fire will test what sort of work each one has done. 14If the work that anyone has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward. 15If anyone's work is burned up, he will suffer loss, though he himself will be saved, but only as through fire.” (1 Corinthians 3:12–15, ESV)  

Matthew 6:12-15, Matthew 18:21-35The basis of forgiveness.

Transcription:James Linder 0:03Every health system is looking at their labor stack if you will. Who does what work? How is work getting done? How's the care provided? So I do believe we will get to a different care delivery model than we had in December of 2019. And hopefully, that will be better for the patients and be more efficient economically.Gary Bisbee 0:23That was Dr. James Linder, CEO of Nebraska Medicine, discussing how the COVID crisis will lead to a new delivery model to provide more convenient and efficient care for the patient. I'm Gary Bisbee. And this is Fireside Chat. Dr. Linder has a storied career at the University of Nebraska, including being interim president, a long term faculty appointment as Professor of pathology and microbiology, and his current appointment as CEO of Nebraska Medicine. Dr. Linder is a long-standing entrepreneur with a broad range of interests. Let's listen to Dr. Linder respond to a question about the public health infrastructure and its importance to national security.James Linder 1:05The pandemic has illustrated the fact that robust public health infrastructure is essential for not only the health of individuals but the health of the economy. It's not nice to have, you really need a strong public health infrastructure. And I think every city-state and the federal government has underfunded that for many years because it's not a glamorous activity. Hopefully, people have learned from this pandemic that proper investments and public health are essential.Gary Bisbee 1:37Our conversation includes Dr. Linder discussing a leader's most important characteristic in times of crisis, Nebraska medicine, economics, what he likes most about Nebraska, and the role of the Nebraska medicine biocontainment unit that received early COVID patients from the west coast. I'm delighted to welcome Dr. James Linder to the microphone.Well, good afternoon, Jim, and welcome.James Linder 2:03Thank you very much, Gary, I'm delighted to be with you on this podcast.Gary Bisbee 2:06We're pleased to have you at the microphone for sure. It's always interesting to learn about our guests. You're Midwesterner born in Nebraska and have been at the University of Nebraska in one form or another for quite a while. What do you like best about the Midwest?James Linder 2:21As you say, I was born and raised here. And I guess I could say I like the seasons to some extent, and I certainly like working with the people. I've had just great professional interactions since I joined the faculty here in Nebraska in 1983.Gary Bisbee 2:37For those of us that aren't familiar with Nebraska, how would you describe Nebraskans?James Linder 2:43Well, I would say we're the well-deserved brunt of many jokes. You know, it's like a study, in contrast, it's a very agricultural state with expanses of land with very few people. So we've been practicing social distancing since 1869. Then we also some major metropolitan areas with huge businesses with Fortune 500 companies. So it's a nice contrast that appeals to many people.Gary Bisbee 3:12What would be the distinctive feature of Omaha as a city other than there are these four companies and Nebraska medicine and so on, but how would you describe Omaha to somebody that was not familiar with it?James Linder 3:25I'd probably still describe it as a big town as opposed to a city, which is a little unfair since the metropolitan area has close to seven or 800,000 people, but it's a community I think, where people do still know each other, they interact a lot of farmers markets, cultural events, and everything is accessible. And I lived in the Boston area for a while for work. It was very hard to go to a show because of just the logistics of traveling and parking, whereas in Omaha, you can still enjoy those things.Gary Bisbee 3:57Now our listeners wouldn't forgive me if I didn't ask the obvious question. Do you know Warren Buffet? And do you run into him at all?James Linder 4:05I do know, Mr. Buffett. We have run into each other on a few social events. And he's a very private individual. And I think everyone in Omaha respects that. I've been in restaurants where he's been at a table and no other people walk up to him to start conversations. They're very grateful for what he's done for the community and for all the investors in Berkshire Hathaway, but he enjoys his private life. And a favorite story about Mr. Buffett, I actually when I was a younger person, saw him in a hardware store looking for a part on his own, and walked around some aisle and there's Warren Buffett. I didn't have the foresight then to ask him for investment. My wife Karen actually did write a book on the women executives who served Berkshire Hathaway for many years. And in doing that, we learned quite a bit about the company and its success.Gary Bisbee 4:59That sounds like a must-read and maybe the next podcast interview would be with Karen, but on to you. When did you decide on medicine?James Linder 5:07Well, I was an undergraduate biochemistry major Iowa State and was actually pursuing a PhD program in the 1970s. And unfortunately, that time, getting a PhD in biochemistry was a ticket to the unemployment line. And I decided that I could be a very good researcher with a MD degree, as well as a PhD degree. So that really drove my choice of medicine. And some of you may know that I'm a pathologist by training. And pathology is more of basic science. So that was kind of in line with my research interests.Gary Bisbee 5:40You've held a variety of positions at Nebraska, including interim president in the university and certainly been a professor of pathology microbiology for quite a while and currently CEO in Nebraska medicine. What were the circumstances that resulted in your being appointed interim president?James Linder 5:58I was working in the university prior to that time leading to technology development. And that was because I had worked in industry for about 12 years. And so I had a good sense of tech transfer. And when the president of the university took a position at the City University of New York, he recommends that I'd be one of the candidates for that consideration, simply because we had worked together at the system level. The University of Nebraska has four different campuses. So it has quite an expanse throughout the state.Gary Bisbee 6:31How long were you interim President, then?James Linder 6:33So luckily, I had to get out of jail free card. My agreement specified that I could not be a candidate. The search concluded after one year, and so I had a full year of all the things that you would have as a university president, including an occasional athletic department, controversy or two, but then when the year ended, they had a good candidate who followed me who was dedicated to being a university president. He took that job on.Gary Bisbee 6:58If you could focus on one thing that you learned as President of the University of Nebraska during that year, what would it be?James Linder 7:05I would say that it is a learning that I've tried to carry all my life is that if you have people who are working for you or with you, let them do their jobs, don't try and do their jobs. Because the reason that they are a dean or department chair or Chancellor is to lead their faculty and their employees. And I think that's always been a valuable lesson. I've applied in different roles. I was the Dean of medicine for a while and I left the chairs to do their job. And as CEO, I let my chiefs and divisional leaders do their jobs, that's why they're there to do the best job possible.Gary Bisbee 7:43That's a good transition to the current role you're holding, which is CEO of Nebraska Medicine. What were the circumstances, Jim, to your being appointed to Nebraska medicine? You were sitting on the Nebraska medicine board at the time. But what were the circumstances underlying your appointment?James Linder 8:01I was on the Nebraska medicine board and clearly had no aspiration or even concept that I was qualified to be the CEO of the health system. But the board asked me to assume that leadership role and I talked to my wife and she thought I was being a little underutilized at that time since I had finished the university presidency. And I thought it'd be a good experience.Gary Bisbee 8:26So you agreed to do it. And you've been CEO now for about two years. What have you learned as CEO that you didn't realize when you were sitting on the board of Nebraska medicine?James Linder 8:39I think the greatest thing I came to realize both as a board member and as a physician practice at this hospital for decades, was how incredibly complex it is to deliver patient care at a high level. It's really, as all the other CEOs listening know, you're running basically a hotel, restaurant, Critical Care Service and emergency room. It's a very complex business. And each day when we have our daily shout out here 30 different departments report. And if anyone of them has a problem, say pharmacy, it dramatically impacts the rest of the health system.Gary Bisbee 9:17Most people don't realize that you're also a highly successful entrepreneur. When did that interest develop?James Linder 9:25It probably grew mostly out of my experience in the industry. I began working for a company part-time, and in the mid-90s. That was based on some of the academic work I'd done. And at the same time, I retained my faculty employment. But in doing that, we were forced to innovate new products, we had the opportunity to look at partner companies for either acquisition or other relationships. And it really gave me direct exposure to business and business development. So when I came back to Nebraska. I was actually leading the technology transfer office at the Medical Center for a while. And in doing that was active and trying to build commercial activities out of some of our intellectual property.Gary Bisbee 10:14So what are your current entrepreneurial interests, Jim?James Linder 10:17Well, for 10 years my wife and I have operated an angel investment fund called Linseed capital. And I think we invested in about 30 companies. And all of those have been great experiences because we live vicariously through the founders. Clearly, not all of them have been successful. But we've had great learnings from dealing with those people. And then for about the last five years, my wife and I have been operating, she more than me, a company that does ceramic 3d printing. And we were attracted to that because of potential medical applications. And that's been true, but then there are also great uses for ceramics and other industries.Gary Bisbee 10:59A very Interesting life you live, Dr. Linder. Why don't we move to Nebraska Medicine? Can you describe Nebraska medicine?James Linder 11:07Well, at Nebraska medicine we are the primary teaching hospital for the University of Nebraska Medical Center. We are a free-standing entity that has its own governing board. We don't report directly to the state of Nebraska. We operate to hospitals, approximately 800 licensed beds. And during the course of a typical year, we'll have around 34,000 visits, 95,000 emergency room visits, and 74 clinics that accommodate probably a million clinic visits. So we're small compared to many larger academic medical centers and health systems, but really ethically share some of the same opportunities and problems.Gary Bisbee 11:47What about the culture? How would you describe the culture of Nebraska Medicine?James Linder 11:51I would say it is targeted toward getting things done doing the right thing. Innovation, teamwork, the pursuit of excellence. wants courage and healing which are embodied in our values. People work really well together.Gary Bisbee 12:05Nebraska medicine received one of the early COVID patients, as I recall, share with us why Nebraska medicine would have received those early patients?James Linder 12:15It's a very good question. And it underscores a comment that Steve Jobs made and a commencement address at Stanford, that you can only connect the dots backward. And if you look back to 2004, a decision was made to establish and biocontainment unit at the University Nebraska Medical Center. It sat unused for 10 years, but every month, the staff in that unit practiced donning and doffing and taking care of highly infectious patients. Then in 2014, we had of course, the Ebola crisis that led to people receiving care in the US, and Nebraska medicine took care of the majority of those patients. After that, experience it was recognized that the country in the world needed training and dealing with highly infectious diseases. So over the next five years, we participated in training thousands of military and civilian personnel in the country and actually established the global center for infectious disease on our campus. And it was that center that was activated when the patients from the diamond princess cruise ship, were returned to the US who were COVID positive. And we monitored some of those who are not too ill in isolation and then provided care for the others.Gary Bisbee 13:35Definitely an interesting story. Let's move to COVID a little bit more in a moment. There's been obviously social unrest around the country. Sounds like Omaha has had its share. How would you describe that Jim and how has it affected Nebraska Medicine?James Linder 13:53Omaha has had a share of an appropriate share, I would add of concern over the disparities that exist both economically for people of color and in healthcare access. And our physicians and nurses have stood with those individuals. There was an event just on Friday, where hundreds of healthcare professionals knelt in a moment of silence to recognize the problems that our country is now dealing with. When I communicate to our staff, I emphasize that we cannot solve problems on a national level. But locally, we can do a lot to impact in a positive way the lives of people who would like education and healthcare, would like to add this as a career. And certainly dealing with the healthcare disparities, making sure that everybody has access to screening and care in the state.Gary Bisbee 14:47Well said let's turn if we could to the COVID crisis, how has the surge progressed in Nebraska and particularly for Nebraska Medicine?James Linder 14:57if I had to use a term, I would say a Rising Tide as opposed to a tidal wave. We began preparing for a surge, probably in February, maybe March. And that was based on some of the modelings we had seen, that could affect our estate. And either because of social distancing or other factors, we didn't see that spike in impatience. But we've seen a steady climb and the number of COVID-19 patients we're caring for, typically 10% to 15% of our inpatient census, I pointed out to people that during this entire preparation for the surge, more than 90% of patients that we care for either in our ambulatory clinics or the hospital are the routine issues of heart attacks and cancer and neurologic disease that require our attention. So you're ramping up to do something totally different taking care of patients, while at the same time you have to deliver excellent care for everyone else.Gary Bisbee 15:55Shortage of PPE has been all around the country, particularly those in the midst of the surges, how has PPE been for Nebraska medicine?James Linder 16:07In general, we had adequate supplies. And that is partly because of the position we sat in the country of being prepared to take care of large numbers of patients who might be ill with an infectious disease. We did pioneer early on the UV decontamination of N95 masks, which allowed an individual to use his or her mask over say three times. We also thought a lot about innovation. Our teams put together ways for droplets that might arise from having nasal canula in place, using shields that could protect anesthesiologists and a lot of environmental controls to make sure that health care workers are not affected.Gary Bisbee 16:52There's been a lot of discussion about the role that the federal government ought to play for stockpiling PPE. How do you think about that, Jim?James Linder 17:02Well, it's a question of when you're doing it. If you're doing it prior to a pandemic, it's a wonderful thing. That way, health systems can equitably access those resources. Yes, the federal government is competing against health systems to buy PPE during a time where you're trying to secure for your own patient care needs, and there isn't a system to equitably distributed and that can cause problemsGary Bisbee 17:29How about the state of Nebraska? Is the state of Nebraska have any stockpiling of PPE?James Linder 17:35The state of Nebraska has been a very good partner for Nebraska medicine from the onset of the pandemic. Our staff here at UMC have worked with the six different regions in the state to try and make sure that people were educated on protocols and as much PP was available as possible. So we did have some state resources we drew on some of the resources that existed at Nebraska Medicine to make sure that the hospitals and nursing homes could actually deliver the care in a safe way. pp is just an amazing tool for controlling the pandemic. We have had no health care workers that have become infected when properly using PPE that's since January of this year. Now I'm knocking on wood here because we could always have a mistake tomorrow. But we made use of PPE extenders to make sure that our individuals were in the care setting or properly putting on and taking off their PPE so that did not accidentally contaminate cells.Gary Bisbee 18:39Jim, how about telemedicine? It has exploded in virtually every health system in the country. How about Nebraska Medicine?James Linder 18:47It has likewise seen a dramatic increase. In the last month, we had some days where there were more telemedicine visits than there were in-person visits. And so if there is ever a silver lining from this pandemic It is illustrated that patients like telemedicine. Physicians can practice high-quality telehealth remotely. And it is a real plus for healthcare Also consider the fact in a rural state like Nebraska, it can enable care to populations that otherwise may not get it. So I think that organized medicine should work hard with the federal government and insurance carriers to make sure that the reimbursement for telehealth services is appropriate.Gary Bisbee 19:29If the reimbursement is appropriate, do you think that this increased usage will continue or even grow?James Linder 19:35I think it will continue. I think it will require our health systems to rethink how they engage patients. So we may have diagnostic centers where blood draws could happen. And imaging studies could be done here, before or after the telehealth visit. So all that information is there. And then I think you'll see some services that have not been adequately served in the country such as in-cancer screening, that will grow tremendously because the paucity of dermatologists and many communities has led to a deficit in screening for skin cancer. And I think that can be resolved by telehealth. So the CMS and the states issued waivers pretty early on. Was that particularly helpful? I think that the waivers that were issued were helpful, and I think that we should look carefully at how that has impacted care. And when it's improved care, we should look for those waivers to be made permanent so that it is part of the ongoing provision of care. how do you think about social distancing with let's say your amatory care,Gary Bisbee 20:40How do you think about social distancing with let's say your ambulatory care, waiting areas will there need to be new planning to accommodate social distancing?James Linder 20:51The point you bring up is very important. A lot of the ambulatory care areas if you think of how they were historically patients would come in, they would be given a clipboard and they'd fill out several pages of answering questions. And that does not lend itself to good social distancing. So with the digital front door, if you will, that we've developed with our Nebraska medicine app, which is similar to what many other health systems use, those questions can be answered before the patient comes in. So literally, they show up for their 10 o'clock appointment can be seen immediately in the exam room where they're scheduled to be seen. We've taken the position that all of our providers in the ambulatory setting do wear masks. We provide masks to patients when they come in if they don't have their own. We think that the physical barrier the mask is essential for limiting the spread of the virus.Gary Bisbee 21:45How about rebooting surgeries Have you begun to institute surgeries now?James Linder 21:52We began doing "elective surgeries" when it was permitted by the state surgeries that were required for life and limb, even during the onset of the pandemic we did. The things that could be postponed for four to six weeks were postponed. And we began doing those largely limited by the availability of staff as opposed to our time. Then we found, as I'm sure many other CEOs have taken care of patients who have COVID-19 infections as a significant burden on your critical care, faculty, and staff, whether they're anesthesiologists or pulmonologists and that has limited our ability to staff some of those procedural areas. But we're gradually getting back up to the neighborhood of 80%.Gary Bisbee 22:42COVID has accelerated the timeline for discovery in many cases, vaccines, drugs, devices, as you've pointed out innovations that Nebraska medicine will that accelerate to provider delivery cycles in a commencer Why do you think Jim?James Linder 22:59I think every health system is looking at their labor stack if you will. Who does what work? How is work getting done, how's the care provided? So I do believe we will get to a different care delivery model than we had in December of 2019. And hopefully, that will be better for the patients and be more efficient economically.Gary Bisbee 23:20Let's go to the economics of this, which is not a pretty picture for any of our health systems. How will this COVID outbreak affect and Nebraska medicines finances in 2020?James Linder 23:33Well, for fiscal year 20, we will incur probably a modest financial loss. We were in a fairly strong position, coming into say April this year, but April, May, and June will all be actual negative, if you will. We made the decision early on to not furlough any of our employees. And we had the luxury of doing that because we had sufficient days of cash on hand that we felt we could absorb that law. We also thought that those colleagues would be essential for the recovery of our activities in June, July, and August. But still, it's going to be a difficult year. And it will require some innovation and work on part of everyone to make sure that we can deliver care in an efficient way and make sure patients feel comfortable coming back to the clinics in the hospital.Gary Bisbee 24:23There's a lot of fear out there. Probably 40% of individuals are reluctant to come into a healthcare setting. How are you dealing with that? Are you trying to communicate with the community about that, Jim?James Linder 24:35I believe that the most effective way is direct conversations with the individuals who normally would schedule those patients, making sure that they are aware of the safety precautions in place for their well being. And I make the point that Nebraska medicine was one of the most advanced facilities in the country or the world in dealing with the patient who had an infection. Likewise, the safety protocols we put in place, I think are strong, supportive, and safe for the patient. Fear is fear though. And it does take repeating that message many times over.Gary Bisbee 25:11Yeah, I'm sure. Well, let's hope we don't have another wave in the fall as some are predicting. How are you expecting the payer mix to change?James Linder 25:19Well, I think the payer mix will change in a couple of different ways. In Nebraska, we're finally getting to a point of Medicaid expansion. So we will be reimbursed for Medicaid from sources we did not have access to before. And then I think on the national scene, there will probably be the ongoing juggling of different payers. They probably had a very strong third and fourth quarter because of the fact that many elective procedures were postponed, but there'll be rethinking about how they want to support healthcare and there could be federal legislation as well that affects the payment of services.Gary Bisbee 26:00Turning to leadership. I think we all agree leadership is always important, particularly in times of crisis. What characteristics do you think a top leader ought to have during a crisis?Jim Linder 26:12Calm. That answer may be too brief, but I think it's essential. I think you have to analyze the situation you're in, get input from people who are at the front line and be calm as you'd help guide people through the decision making.Gary Bisbee 26:25Yep. As I've asked other CEOs, that's a frequent answer. So you all have that experience. Let's go to the health infrastructure, it seems clear that public health is more part of the national security than we might have thought in the past. How do you think about that, Jim?James Linder 26:45I think that the pandemic has illustrated the fact that a robust public health infrastructure is essential for not only the health of individuals but the health of the economy. It's not nice to have. You really need a strong public health infrastructure. And I think every city, state and federal government has underfunded that for many years because it's not a glamorous activity. Hopefully, people have learned from this pandemic that proper investments and public health are essential.Gary Bisbee 27:17I totally agree with that. And it seems like it's up to us to continue to push that ball forward, or it runs a risk of being forgotten. Again, Jim, this has been a terrific interview. I'd like to ask one last question if I could. We've been talking about the new normal, off and on now for a couple of months. What do you think would characterize a new normal?James Linder 27:40I think we have to acknowledge the fact that the diseases that plague people before the pandemic continue to exist. And we have to figure out a way to deliver care to those individuals in a way that's safe, while at the same time meeting our challenging requirement of providing care for Cova 19 patients for at least the next year. We think that probably 10% of our hospital occupancy will be of that realm. Then, relative to your public health question, I think the more that we are engaged in communities, making sure people are healthy, making sure that there are not health disparities and access and care. I will have a healthier community overall, and just make the country a better place.Gary Bisbee 28:25Jim, excellent interview. Thanks so much for your time today much appreciated.James Linder 28:29My pleasure.Gary Bisbee 28:31This episode of Fireside Chat is produced by Strafire. Please subscribe to Fireside Chat on Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening right now. Be sure to rate and review fireside chat so we can continue to explore key issues with innovative and dynamic healthcare leaders. In addition to subscribing and rating, we have found that podcasts are known through word of mouth. We appreciate your spreading the word to friends or those who might be interested. Fireside Chat is brought to you from our nation's capital in Washington DC, where we explore the intersection of healthcare politics, financing, and delivery. For additional perspectives on health policy and leadership. Read my weekly blog Bisbee's Brief. For questions and suggestions about Fireside Chat, contact me through our website, firesidechatpodcast.com, or gary@hmacademy.com. Thanks for listening. 

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Third Sunday of Easter, April 26, 2020“Were not our hearts burning within us while he was speaking to us along the road and while he was explaining the Scriptures to us?” Readings: First Lesson: Acts 24:10-21 Second Lesson: 1 Peter 1: 17-21Sermon: Luke 24: 13-35The same despair the two followers of Jesus on the way to Emmaus were feeling is the same despair we feel today. So much hope, so much promise, so many things going on, all dashed by a virus.The things we enjoyed as a community, as a family, as a church have been restricted so much that we feel isolated, alone and helpless. Jesus shared His victory with the two of His disciples. This victory is over despair. Sin and suffering might be the cause of our despair, but Jesus gives us the joy of salvation and everlasting life.Don’t be foolish or slow to believe, but trust His word and believe that He has saved you, that He is alive and will live with Him forever.Prayer:Oh God, by the humiliation of your Son you lifted up this fallen world from the despair of death. By His resurrection to life, grant your faithful people gladness of heart and the hope of eternal joys; through your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. AmenPastor Ryan Heiman

3rd chapter: verses 22, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35The lecture was given by Swami Tattwamayananda on April 3, 2020.-In the 30th verse, Lord Krishna provides a unique approach to life as a whole. With complete absorption in Brahman and a mind centered in Atman (Adhyātma-chetasā), take a spiritual attitude to life. Do this by surrendering all actions to the Lord. By doing so, one can perform all duties, free of worries.-When we perform our work with the sense of “doership”, it creates mental burden. This can be remedied by dedicating all actions to the Lord, as if one is performing them as a servant for the Lord. By doing so, one can go about doing his duty or even sit quietly not doing anything, free of any stress.-Any duty – one involving technical work or the duty of sitting quietly at home during a lockdown – becomes pleasant with Adhyātma-chetasā. With this attitude, one should have the strong conviction that he is an instrument in the hands of the Lord and dedicate all actions and results to Him.-Karma Yoga is not limited to physical actions alone. Every word, thought, idea and speculation can be linked to Yoga, by combining Tyāga and Yoga. Join every activity to a higher spiritual ideal through Tyāga – this can be done by developing Adhyātma-chetasā.-22nd verse: Lord Krishna says: “There is nothing for Me to do by which I want to attain anything. Still, I don’t keep quiet. I do everything as Swadharma”. Swadharma, is work that naturally comes to us “unasked”, by virtue of our qualification and fitness. When we do our Swadharma, we find contentment.-If we do not do our duty as “Swadharma”, without attachment, there is every chance we will do it as “Paradharma”. To avoid this, we should stick to Swadharma.-Lord Krishna: A person who is inactive when he has work to do – such a person will go down in spiritual and material life. On the other hand, a person who performs duties with full dedication but without attachment – such a person will accrue the fruits of actions, and will not be bound. He will know the essence of everything and is called “Tattwa-vit”.-Those who constantly practice this teaching – that all actions should be performed with a spiritual attitude, dedicating the actions/results to God – they will be on the path to spiritual freedom and will be free from all bondages.-Lord Krishna: This universal teaching should be practiced with great śraddhā, without unnecessary criticism and fault finding. śraddhā helps us evolve and sublimate our ego, which allows us to pursue a higher spiritual ideal.-Shankaracharya says: “If our ego is strong and we cannot practice giving up the sense of doership – then do your work for the sake of the Lord like a servant serving the master. Spiritual seeker with this Adhyātma-chetasā becomes free from all worries and sorrow. Any person who does not listen to these teachings, becomes a victim of his skepticism and remains imprisoned within the walls of his worries”.-Prakriti has two meanings: (1) External nature of the phenomenal world (2) Human consciousness. If we think of ourselves as the evolute of Prakriti, we cannot develop Adhyātma-chetasā. One who can detach from Prakriti is a jñāni, and becomes liberated.-33rd verse: Even a wise man may follow the characteristics of his external nature, because of his Prārabdha -karma. However, what is common across all wise men is this Adhyātma-chetasā.-34th verse: Attachment and aversion to senses are natural – however, jñānis are not bound by these. They look upon them as natural characteristics without identifying with them.-35th verse: It is better to practice one’s own Swadharma, even if practiced imperfectly, than doing someone else’s work in a perfect manner.-Even the attempt of performing Swadharma has spiritual value, as it saves us from following “Paradharma. Swadharma also helps in purification of our ego, by investing it in actions that are for the good of others, and thereby opening the pathway to spiritual freedom.

John 1:29-4229[John the Baptist] saw Jesus coming toward him and declared, “Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!30This is he of whom I said, ‘After me comes a man who ranks ahead of me because he was before me.’ 31I myself did not know him; but I came baptizing with water for this reason, that he might be revealed to Israel.” 32And John testified, “I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. 33I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water said to me, ‘He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.’ 34And I myself have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God.” 35The next day John again was standing with two of his disciples, 36and as he watched Jesus walk by, he exclaimed, “Look, here is the Lamb of God!” 37The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. 38When Jesus turned and saw them following, he said to them, “What are you looking for?” They said to him, “Rabbi” (which translated means Teacher), “where are you staying?” 39He said to them, “Come and see.” They came and saw where he was staying, and they remained with him that day. It was about four o’clock in the afternoon. 40One of the two who heard John speak and followed him was Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother. 41He first found his brother Simon and said to him, “We have found the Messiah” (which is translated Anointed). 42He brought Simon to Jesus, who looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You are to be called Cephas” (which is translated Peter).

EnneaTalk Tuesday 101: The WingsIt’s time for another EnneaTalk Tuesday—and this week it’s all about The Wings! In this week’s episode I go over all the information and misinformation of what wings can mean and how they may or may not appear in your personality. I discuss every unique type’s potential wings and how they can present themselves, as well as how to integrate this information to find what you were meant to do. Listen to this episode to truly understand what wings are, hear examples of how they can look, and how they can be used to understand yourself and your journey. Discovering your wingsHave you taken the Enneagram test over and over and are confused by different results? You may be tapping into your wings and displaying your different personality traits—something that is hard or almost impossible for an online test to explain or pick up on. So, what are wings? Each person has one personality type that is dominant—but no one is just one pure type. Wings add complementary or completely contradictory traits.I go into detail about how every person has the potential to have two wings—these wings are always adjacent to your dominant type. However, not every person will display their wing types, which is why you can have ten of the same type in one room and everyone will be uniquely different in how they express themselves. Using your wings to flyI go over different examples of how these can be portrayed and describe how every wing may look depending on your dominant number. I discuss how the different levels of health in your personality can change how your traits are expressed, and how these change as you continue to learn and grow. If you are ready to find out how to integrate this information and grow from it, I recommend having someone guide you through the process of a typing session-- someone who has the soul intent to help you transform your life and work. Remember—you can know your type but it’s what you do with it that counts; information doesn’t necessarily mean transformation, but I am here to help get you there.Ready to schedule a typing session with me? - https://th400.infusionsoft.app/app/manageCart/showManageOrderThe Enneagram isn’t the answer. It’s what we do with it. That’s the answer. 1:40Your basic type dominates your overall personality and it never changes, while your wing compliments it. 3:35The wing is the like the second side of your personality 4:35The Enneagram is not supposed to be used to put people in a box, it’s to help you get out of a box that maybe you or the world put yourself in. 8:19The wings can change and they can dable in other areas. 17:20The more that you grow and the more that you’re willing to take a deeper look at yourself, the more you can play in all the beautiful unique and special parts to your personality. 18:20Its great to know your type but it’s what you do with it, its what you do with it that can make all the difference in your home, in your business, and every human being that you touch. 18:45Information doesn’t necessarily equal transformation, it’s what you do with it. 18:58“Everyone is a unique mixture of his or her basic type and usually one of the two types adjacent to it on the circumference of the Enneagram.” 2:53“As we evolve and get healthier, I think we are able to take on not only both of our wings, but we can also embody the entire Enneagram.” 6:41“The Enneagram isn’t supposed to be used to put people in a box, it’s to help you get out of a box that maybe you or the world has put you in.” 8:18“I know there’s a lot of you that take test or you’re not sure what you are or you want to be a certain number, and I want you to know there’s beauty in all the numbers, and the wings really help to express that.” 9:12“If you’re a 1wing9, you’ll have a greater ability to relax and unwind. They aren’t as rigid and perfectionistic as a 1 normally can be.” 9:58“A 1wing2 pays more attention to detail and has an increased ability to be firm and to say ‘no’ with far less worry about how others will react to them” 10:35“When 2’s have access to their 1 wing, they balance their focus on people.” 10:50“A 2 with a 3 wing are more comfortable being visible and holding a high profile leadership position.” 11:14“A 3 with a 2 wing is far more sensitive to the feelings of others and more generous with their time and resources.” 11:34“A 3 with a 4 wing is far more in contact with their own feeling.” 11:45“A 4 with a 3 wing is more action-oriented and has a higher, more consistent energy level.” 12:13“The 4 with the 5 wings are super introverted. They’re more objective and analytical.” 12:28“5’s with a 4 wing are super introverted at times; they’re more emotionally sensitive and expressive, and also have an aesthetic perspective.” 12:53“A 5 with a 6 wing emphasizes and engages more readily with teams.” 13:12“When 6’s have a 5 wing, they’re more internally than externally focused.” 13:51“The 6’s with a 7 wing tend to be more cheerful, less worried, more optimistic, and higher energy.” 14:18“7’s with a 6 wing have the capacity to understand situations because the 7’s have an increased perceptiveness and the ability to anticipate potential problems.” 14:41“A 7 with an 8 wing tends to be more direct, assertive, and powerful.” 15:07“8’s with a 7 wing add a light-heartedness to the usually more serious 8 outlook.” 15:27“8’s with a 9 wing are interpersonally warmer, more calm, and less reactive.” 15:57“9’s with an 8 wing have a more take-charge orientation.” 16:18“9’s with a 1 wing are more attentive, for example, they pay more attention to details and are more punctual and precise.” 16:54“Information doesn’t necessarily equal transformation; it’s what you do with it.” 18:58

John 1:29–42a     29The next day [John] saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! 30This is he of whom I said, ‘After me comes a man who ranks before me, because he was before me.’ 31I myself did not know him, but for this purpose I came baptizing with water, that he might be revealed to Israel.” 32And John bore witness: “I saw the Spirit descend from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. 33I myself did not know him, but he who sent me to baptize with water said to me, ‘He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain, this is he who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.’ 34And I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God.”     35The next day again John was standing with two of his disciples, 36and he looked at Jesus as he walked by and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” 37The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. 38Jesus turned and saw them following and said to them, “What are you seeking?” And they said to him, “Rabbi” (which means Teacher), “where are you staying?” 39He said to them, “Come and you will see.” So they came and saw where he was staying, and they stayed with him that day, for it was about the tenth hour. 40One of the two who heard John speak and followed Jesus was Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother. 41He first found his own brother Simon and said to him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means Christ). 42He brought him to Jesus.

Christmas Series: Four Good Reasons to Celebrate ChristmasLuke 2:21-35The _____ of his Faithfulness (v 25)The _____ of his Faithfulness (v 26)The _____ of his Faithfulness (v 25)

2 Kings 2: 8-10; Luke 2: 25-35The topic for today is the path of the elder.

John 8:31–36     31So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free’?”     34Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. 35The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. 36So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

The end of #KawhiWatchInsiders.The signing of Tyler Myers, Jordie Benn, Oscar FantenbergTalbit vs Smith Tme Stamped 45:35The importance of Development Camps.Tkachuk Contract.Offer Sheets.Heidi, Tyler, Sean and I, recap the week that was on Agree or Disagree:The Podcast-Kawhi and Hockey Edition.Follow Heidi:@heidamazeballsFollow Sean:@beardycanuck03Follow Tyler:@tnobleFollow me:@kevole

Luke 24:13-35The third in the Easter season of resurrection with Dave Dickinson sharing on worship in the resurrected life.

The Included Podcast has been designed as a tool to bring the practice of inclusion into the forefront of how we do business.We ask and try to answer, “is the world changing, or have we been “doing this”?” Are we “consumers” of change? What's our role as people interested in inclusion as a practice in driving change, rather than assuming it is happening? They tackle these questions by exploring some organizational myths that prevent real discussion and opportunities for actually changing and becoming more inclusive. Roy shares the Cohesion Collective Layer Cake model, a lens for understanding how we deal with, or not deal with fostering and driving greater compassion and understanding among people. They both explore the three layers to this “cake” and end with this question as a call to action: how do we begin/continue to create relationships of trust with our colleagues and fellow human beings?In this episode we explore:The “Changing World”: Fourth Industrial Revolution, Disruption and Millennials.. What is REALLY changing? – 02:22Future Work Skills 2020: social intelligence and cross-cultural competency (LINK) – 5:40Forces of “Change”: #MeToo – 07:07Pretoria High School for Girls Hair Policy Saga – 07:40A society, school, and organizations beyond zero for diverse identity people – 13:35The myth of being “professional” – 16:07Employees Fight, Flight or Freeze response in organizations - 21:30The Layer Cake – 24:00Delegitimizing emotions and experiences – 30:17Power and rank – 32:00The South African foundation of mistrust – 38:10

Sad Endings, Sad Stories 02/21/19 Vol. 6-- #35The best way to expose a cockroach is to shine a light on it, and by shining a light on some of the stories this week, many liberals were exposed as frauds.*Smollett is Now a Hate Hoax*Mueller Folding Because of McCabe *YouTube a Pedo Haven *ISIS Bride Wants Back In*Oscars This Weekend Bumper Music:Virtual Insanity- JamiroquaiLa Isla Bonita- MadonnaRain- MadonnaI'm a Beleiver- MonkeesForever in Blue Jeans- Neil DiamondClosing Music on podcast provided byThe Dead Cat Bounce* https://soundcloud.com/dead-cat-bounceThe money pledged thru Patreon.com will go toward show costs such as advertising, server time, and broadcasting equipment. If we can get enough listeners, we will expand the show to two hours and hire additional staff.To help our show out, please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LibertyNeverSleepsAll bumper music and sound clips are not owned by the show, are commentary, and of educational purposes, or de minimus effect, and not for monetary gain.No copyright is claimed in any use of such materials and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Special Thanks To:James L.Scott L.Edmund P.Craig B.Vanessa A.Dixie M.Vincent F.Additionally:Annie E.Eric M.Cameron U.Patricia P.Chris H.Toni M.Jason S.David A.Darryl R.William M.Mary M.Jennie V.MirrakuScott W.Michael L.Michael C.Matthew G.

Sad Endings, Sad Stories 02/21/19 Vol. 6-- #35The best way to expose a cockroach is to shine a light on it, and by shining a light on some of the stories this week, many liberals were exposed as frauds.*Smollett is Now a Hate Hoax*Mueller Folding Because of McCabe *YouTube a Pedo Haven *ISIS Bride Wants Back In*Oscars This Weekend Bumper Music:Virtual Insanity- JamiroquaiLa Isla Bonita- MadonnaRain- MadonnaI'm a Beleiver- MonkeesForever in Blue Jeans- Neil DiamondClosing Music on podcast provided byThe Dead Cat Bounce* https://soundcloud.com/dead-cat-bounceThe money pledged thru Patreon.com will go toward show costs such as advertising, server time, and broadcasting equipment. If we can get enough listeners, we will expand the show to two hours and hire additional staff.To help our show out, please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LibertyNeverSleepsAll bumper music and sound clips are not owned by the show, are commentary, and of educational purposes, or de minimus effect, and not for monetary gain.No copyright is claimed in any use of such materials and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Special Thanks To:James L.Scott L.Edmund P.Craig B.Vanessa A.Dixie M.Vincent F.Additionally:Annie E.Eric M.Cameron U.Patricia P.Chris H.Toni M.Jason S.David A.Darryl R.William M.Mary M.Jennie V.MirrakuScott W.Michael L.Michael C.Matthew G.

NativityAndMe - December 16, 2018Matthew 1:18-25"BEHOLD, THE VIRGIN SHALL BE WITH CHILD AND SHALL BEAR A SON, AND THEY SHALL CALL HIS NAME IMMANUEL," which translated means, "GOD WITH US."Luke 1:34, 3534“How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 35The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. How did Jesus Receive His DNA?46 Chromosomes Directly From Mary. 23 Chromosomes From Mary & 23 Divine Chromosomes From God.46 Divine Chromosomes From God. Option 1 - Jesus received all of Mary’s genetics. “Parthenogenesis” The process of reproduction without a genetic contribution from a male. Never in mammals and never in Humans. The female reproduces a complete genetic code. Thus, a new baby is born with one biological mother and “no actual father.”Option 2 - Jesus received half of Mary’s genetics and half of a special set of DNA miraculously sent from God. This would give Jesus 23 human and 23 divine chromosomes. Option 3 - Jesus received all of his DNA uniquely from God, and Mary simply carried him until birth. All 46 chromosomes were divine and miraculously sent from God into Mary’s womb. Galatians 4:6, 7 6Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” 7So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.YOU’LL NEVER KNOW WHO YOU ARE UNTIL YOU KNOW WHO HE IS. 2 Peter 1:3, 4 3His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.WE ARE ATTRACTED TO THE IDENTITY THAT GETS AFFIRMED THE MOST.IT’S NOT WHERE YOU ARE, BUT WHO YOU ARE. The Definition Of Faith: REALITY THAT IS NOT YET REVEALED TO YOUR SENSES.

Acts 15:1-35The council at Jerusalem1 Certain people came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the believers: ‘Unless you are circumcised, according to the custom taught by Moses, you cannot be saved.’ 2 This brought Paul and Barnabas into sharp dispute and debate with them. So Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. 3 The church sent them on their way, and as they travelled through Phoenicia and Samaria, they told how the Gentiles had been converted. This news made all the believers very glad. 4 When they came to Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and the apostles and elders, to whom they reported everything God had done through them.5 Then some of the believers who belonged to the party of the Pharisees stood up and said, ‘The Gentiles must be circumcised and required to keep the law of Moses.’6 The apostles and elders met to consider this question. 7 After much discussion, Peter got up and addressed them: ‘Brothers, you know that some time ago God made a choice among you that the Gentiles should hear from my lips the message of the gospel and believe. 8 God, who knows the heart, showed that he accepted them by giving the Holy Spirit to them, just as he did to us. 9 He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith. 10 Now then, why do you try to test God by putting on the necks of Gentiles a yoke that neither we nor our ancestors have been able to bear? 11 No! We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.’12 The whole assembly became silent as they listened to Barnabas and Paul telling about the signs and wonders God had done among the Gentiles through them. 13 When they finished, James spoke up. ‘Brothers,’ he said, ‘listen to me. 14 Simon has described to us how God first intervened to choose a people for his name from the Gentiles. 15 The words of the prophets are in agreement with this, as it is written:16 ‘“After this I will return and rebuild David’s fallen tent.Its ruins I will rebuild, and I will restore it,17 that the rest of mankind may seek the Lord, even all the Gentiles who bear my name,says the Lord, who does these things” –18 things known from long ago.19 ‘It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God. 20 Instead we should write to them, telling them to abstain from food polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from the meat of strangled animals and from blood. 21 For the law of Moses has been preached in every city from the earliest times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.’The council’s letter to Gentile believers22 Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to choose some of their own men and send them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas (called Barsabbas) and Silas, men who were leaders among the believers. 23 With them they sent the following letter:The apostles and elders, your brothers,To the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria and Cilicia:Greetings.24 We have heard that some went out from us without our authorisation and disturbed you, troubling your minds by what they said. 25 So we all agreed to choose some men and send them to you with our dear friends Barnabas and Paul – 26 men who have risked their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. 27 Therefore we are sending Judas and Silas to confirm by word of mouth what we are writing. 28 It seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us not to burden you with anything beyond the following requirements: 29 You are to abstain from food sacrificed to idols, from blood, from the meat of strangled animals and from sexual immorality. You will do well to avoid these things.Farewell.30 So the men were sent off and went down to Antioch, where they gathered the church together and delivered the letter. 31 The people read it and were glad for its encouraging message. 32 Judas and Silas, who themselves were prophets, said much to encourage and strengthen the believers. 33 After spending some time there, they were sent off by the believers with the blessing of peace to return to those who had sent them. 35 But Paul and Barnabas remained in Antioch, where they and many others taught and preached the word of the Lord.

In this week’s show we talk with Dr Mel Taylor about protecting our animals in emergency situations and look at some new research that shows a plant-based food system would be much better for our environment.For more on what Dr Mel Taylor was talking about please see: http://theconversation.com/seven-ways-to-protect-your-pets-in-an-emergency-83484Here is the Facebook link for Blue ARC: https://www.facebook.com/BlueARCAnimalReadyCommunity/?hc_ref=ARR1r9hQ5T9vao4ewT2CezX57oz2ZsWl9fwgY64O34ZLMUZGpISdRm5y75tV-lhDtKQ&fref=nf#The Bushfire & Natural Hazards CRC project webpage is here: https://www.bnhcrc.com.au/research/hazard-resilience/237For more information about Dr Mel Taylors research see  'Hazard Note': http://www.bnhcrc.com.au/hazardnotes/35The research paper discussed, it’s open access so anyone can read it! Greedy or needy? Land use and climate impacts of food in 2050 under different livestock futures - http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959378016306872

Luke 24:13-35The third sermon of our series, "The Revolution."

“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself.” John 12:32 “My life… I give it of my own free will” “Forgive them… they don’t know what they are doing” John 10:18 GNT “No one takes my life away from me. I give it up of my own free will. I have the right to give it up, and I have the right to take it back. This is what my Father has commanded me to do.” John 10:18 EXB “No one takes it away from me; I give [lay down] my own life ·freely [voluntarily; of my own free will]. I have the ·right[power; authority] to give [lay down] my life, and I have the ·right [power; authority] to ·take [receive] it back. This is what my Father commanded me to do.” John 10:18 MSG “I am the Good Shepherd. I know my own sheep and my own sheep know me. In the same way, the Father knows me and I know the Father. I put the sheep before myself, sacrificing myself if necessary. You need to know that I have other sheep in addition to those in this pen. I need to gather and bring them, too. They’ll also recognize my voice. Then it will be one flock, one Shepherd. This is why the Father loves me: because I freely lay down my life. And so I am free to take it up again. No one takes it from me. I lay it down of my own free will. I have the right to lay it down; I also have the right to take it up again. I received this authority personally from my Father.” Luke 23:33-35 Berean Study Bible 33When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals, one on His right and the other on His left. 34Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His garments by casting lots. 35The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” The Cross is not Merely Our Past Substitution, but also Our Present Crucifixion. TOTAL SACRIFICE for OTHERS. TOTAL EXPECTATION from GOD.

Co-pastor Neil Ellingson on the uniqueness of incarnation, seeing the face of God in toast, and how the birth of Christ is God's asking us to take care of others.Readings:Denise Levertov - AnnunciationWe know the scene: the room, variously furnished, almost always a lectern, a book; alwaysthe tall lily.       Arrived on solemn grandeur of great wings,the angelic ambassador, standing or hovering,whom she acknowledges, a guest.But we are told of meek obedience. No one mentionscourage.       The engendering Spiritdid not enter her without consent.         God waited.She was freeto accept or to refuse, choiceintegral to humanness.                  ____________________Aren’t there annunciationsof one sort or anotherin most lives?         Some unwillinglyundertake great destinies,enact them in sullen pride,uncomprehending.More oftenthose moments      when roads of light and storm      open from darkness in a man or woman,are turned away fromin dread, in a wave of weakness, in despairand with relief.Ordinary lives continue.                                 God does not smite them.But the gates close, the pathway vanishes.Luke 1:26-3826 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, 27to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28And he came to her and said, ‘Greetings, favoured one! The Lord is with you.’* 29But she was much perplexed by his words and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. 30The angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favour with God. 31And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus. 32He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his ancestor David. 33He will reign over the house of Jacob for ever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.’ 34Mary said to the angel, ‘How can this be, since I am a virgin?’* 35The angel said to her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born* will be holy; he will be called Son of God. 36And now, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month for her who was said to be barren. 37For nothing will be impossible with God.’ 38Then Mary said, ‘Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.’ Then the angel departed from her.

The Lord is thereEzekiel 48:30-35The importance of this name:LORD - JehovahThe name Jehovah- Shammah is fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Colossians 1:19Hebrews 1:3John 1:14The Promise of God to the Church.1 Corinthians 3:16John 14:16-26Eph. 2:19-22

Luke 10:29-35The relationship if the victim and the city.The relationship if the victim and the Samaritan.The Relationship of the Samaritan and the inn keeper.

John 4:35The field of America are out of controlThe youth of America are out of controlThe churches of America are out of control

Editors Steven Rothman and Nicholas Utechin join us for a chat about a book they have co-edited: To Keep the Memory Green, some recollections from the life of Sherlockian/Doylean scholar and collector Richard Lancelyn Green. We also hear about their respective experiences as editors of the Baker Street Journal and the Sherlock Holmes Journal and the formation of the Quartering Press. Topics in this episode: 1:30 Listener audio comment 4:30 Nick & Steve give some perspective on their editorial experiences 14:29 A bit about Richard Lancelyn Green 17:20 The genesis of To Keep the Memory Green 21:12Steve recalls memories of Richard, a bus station and plastic carrier bags 23:17 Nick harkens back to the early 1970s and an Oxford connection with his professional Sherlockian friend 24:57 The Baker Street Irregulars and the Sherlock Holmes Society of London join forces 27:00 Quartering together – the fruits of labor 30:35The impetus behind the project – capturing the essence of a “one-off? 40:14 An alternative to the Editor’s Gas Lamp: Richard Lancelyn Green’s introduction from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Oxford annotated edition) 49:24 Final thoughts on Richard’s contribution 52:08 Burt springs a question on Scott 54:32 Hunting through old bookshops 56:10 Scott’s inspiration for collecting – from a movie Links mentioned in the show:    

The Crucifixion 26As they led him away, they seized Simon from Cyrene, who was on his way in from the country, and put the cross on him and made him carry it behind Jesus. 27A large number of people followed him, including women who mourned and wailed for him. 28Jesus turned and said to them, "Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me; weep for yourselves and for your children. 29For the time will come when you will say, 'Blessed are the barren women, the wombs that never bore and the breasts that never nursed!' 30Then    " 'they will say to the mountains, "Fall on us!"       and to the hills, "Cover us!" '[d] 31For if men do these things when the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?" 32Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. 33When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, 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."[e] 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 the Christ of God, 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:|sc THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 39One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: "Aren't you the Christ? 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 me when you come into your kingdom.[f]" 43Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."Jesus' Death 44It was now about the sixth hour, and darkness came over the whole land until the ninth hour, 45for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. 46Jesus called out with a loud voice, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit." When he had said this, he breathed his last. 47The centurion, seeing what had happened, praised God and said, "Surely this was a righteous man." 48When all the people who had gathered to witness this sight saw what took place, they beat their breasts and went away. 49But all those who knew him, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.