Podcasts about Agape

Agape love is a spiritual discipline—to love like God loves. Thank you for listening to Encourage-Mint. If you've been refreshed, don't forget to subscribe, Leave a review on iTunes, and share a little Encourage-Mint with someone you love. Encourage-Mint is a podcast from Family Radio. These moments are just a taste of what you can hear every day. Listen at FamilyRadio.org or find more encouragement on the Family Radio app.  Get daily Scripture and encouragement by following Family Radio on your favorite social media platforms:FacebookInstagram Twitter

Divine resources are spiritual and material gifts from God, given to empower His children to fulfill their destiny (Genesis 22:14, Deuteronomy 8:18). These include faith (Romans 10:17), spiritual gifts, and the power of the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8). Eternal life through Christ is the greatest resource (John 3:16, John 17:3). God provides abundantly so we lack nothing for His purpose (2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 24:1). Jesus, though rich, became a servant—our model for using divine resources (Philippians 2:7).

What does real love look like? Jeff explores Pope Leo XIV's inaugural message that emphasizes the importance of love in today's world. Jeff discusses the different Greek words for love—Phileo, Storge, Eros, and Agape—and highlights the profound impact of Agape love. He reflects on 1 Corinthians 13 to bring out the biblical understanding of love and connects it to our everyday relationships. Snippet from the Show True love rises above problems, conflict, and everything that divides us. Email us with comments or questions at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff's shownotes delivered straight to your email! Or visit https://media.ascensionpress.com/?s=&page=2&category%5B0%5D=Ascension%20Podcasts&category%5B1%5D=The%20Jeff%20Cavins%20Show for full shownotes!

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us this May for a brand new series with new conversations every Friday as we unpack God's design for selfless love regarding humanity. Agape is the Greek word for unconditional and selfless love. Theme verse for Agape: Ephesians 3:18 ”may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”   Our sponsors for this series: Minnesota Young Adult WKND: www.youngadults.today/the-wknd GFA World's Paid Apprenticeship: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

In this powerful message from our Summer at the Movies series, Pastor Peter uses Top Gun: Maverick to explore how we can overcome the heartaches of the past and move forward with freedom. Learn what Jesus says about forgiveness, how to love your enemies, and how to break free from the weight of relational wounds. You don't have to stay stuck in pain. Discover how to become a relational “ACE” by embracing Agape love, committing to prayer, and extending forgiveness—just like Christ did for us.

In this powerful message from our Summer at the Movies series, Pastor Peter uses Top Gun: Maverick to explore how we can overcome the heartaches of the past and move forward with freedom. Learn what Jesus says about forgiveness, how to love your enemies, and how to break free from the weight of relational wounds. You don't have to stay stuck in pain. Discover how to become a relational “ACE” by embracing Agape love, committing to prayer, and extending forgiveness—just like Christ did for us.

Today we begin a new 3 week series at the Table called Agape focusing on Divine Love and we welcome guest Motoe Yamada-Foor to share today's Message. Worship online with thetable.live. CCLI #805699 / CCLI Streaming #094804

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us this May for a brand new series with new conversations every Friday as we unpack God's design for selfless love regarding humanity. Agape is the Greek word for unconditional and selfless love. Theme verse for Agape: Ephesians 3:18 ”may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”   Our sponsors for this series: Minnesota Young Adult WKND: www.youngadults.today/the-wknd GFA World's Paid Apprenticeship: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

En este episodio exploramos el amor según Platón, desde los discursos de El Banquete hasta la visión de Diotima. Descubrimos cómo Eros impulsa el alma a ascender desde el deseo corporal hacia la contemplación del Bien, revelando el amor como fuerza filosófica, creadora e inmortal.

John 10:22-30At that time, the festival of the Dedication took place in Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple, in the portico of Solomon. So the Jews gathered around him and asked him, “How long will you keep us in the suspense? If you are the Messiah, tell us, plainly.”Jesus answered them, “I have told you and you do not believe. The works that I do in my Father's name testify to me, but you do not believe, because you do not belong to my sheep. My sheep hear my voice. I know them and they follow me. I give them eternal life and they will never perish. No one will snatch them from my hand. What the Father has given me is greater than all else and no one can snatch it from the Father's hand. The Father and I are one.” “You do not believe because you do not belong to my sheep.”“You do not believe because you do not belong.” What if that's the whole tweet, as they say? What if that's all we need to hear this morning? And what if you and I are supposed to be convicted by that – as followers of Jesus – rather than use it as some kind of judgement against those who consider themselves not to be followers of the Jesus we claim?“You do not believe because you do not belong.”Jesus is talking to the Jews who weren't on board yet with what he was up to. And, with a little pastoral imagination, I like to think his disciples were within earshot of this conversation; that they were following him around, as usual, and that Jesus knew he was being heard by both at the same time; that he was speaking to both crowds at once – those who belonged and those who didn't believe.There are plenty of people in the world who don't believe in Jesus – or God – or have a Christian faith for all sorts of rational, considered, thoughtful, theological reasons. Maybe they're deliberately, purposefully atheists. Maybe they're people of another faith – Jews, Muslims, Sikhs, Hindus, pagans. I'm not talking about them, necessarily.Instead, I found myself wondering this week about those who don't believe, but who would, could, might believe, if only we – as followers of Jesus – would do better at finding ways for them to BELONG, first. (“You don't believe because you don't belong…”)I heard two stories just this week, in two very different, settings, from two very different sources, about two sets of parents who were struggling with the fact that their gay or lesbian children weren't people of faith; didn't go to church; didn't believe or worship or practice a faith that their parents wished that they would. In one case, the child had been raised in the Church, but had fallen away from an active, practicing life of faith. In the other case, the family wasn't one who had ever practiced a faith, but the father came to believe in mid-life, and wanted to bring his wife and grown children along with him for the journey. (For what it's worth, one of these stories came by way of a colleague, here in Indianapolis. The other was from a completely unrelated story I heard on “This American Life.”)Anyway, what these two sets of parents have in common, is their outspoken disapproval of their children's sexuality, which is evident to the adult children they want to love, by either the theology they adhere to (“Love the sinner. Hate the Sin.” sort of stuff.), their political persuasion (the politicians and policies they support that do harm to their gay children), or both.In other words, the children of these parents know that they don't – and will never – BELONG to their parents' faith communities or fit into their misguided view of the world, so how could they and why would they ever want to believe in the things their parents professed about a loving, gracious, merciful God?“…you don't believe because you don't belong.”In my opinion, so many people in so many walks of life are falling away from the faith or throwing it all out with the bath water, because they see Christianity connected with exclusion, judgment, hypocrisy, greed, violence, and more. People don't believe because they don't belong – or because they don't want to belong – to a body that embodies any of those things. And, as hard and as sad and as frustrating as that is, it makes perfect sense to me. And it's why we have so much work to do.And I think that work starts with belonging. They don't believe because they don't belong.People long to feel and to experience welcome, love, and affirmation. And when they do, they might begin to wonder about believing and embracing the God who promises it.If we want people to feel like part of God's family… If we want people to learn about the grace we proclaim… If we want people to believe in the wideness of God's mercy, in the amazing love of our creator, in the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and in life everlasting…I'm convinced that they need to know, trust, and feel like they BELONG, first. And I think our call is to show and to shout and to share the good news of that belonging as loudly and as clearly, as often and in as many ways as we can manage.I heard another, beautiful story this week – perfect for Mother's Day – about a different family altogether who proved what belonging can do. Many years ago, this set of American parents adopted a 7 year-old boy from Romania, who had lived the first 7-and-a-half years of his life in an orphanage where he shared a crib with another boy his age that entire time. As they grew, they stayed in that crib, to the point that they had to sleep sitting up. They didn't go to school. They didn't go outside. They only left their crib to eat and to use the bathroom. Daniel, the boy who was adopted by the Americans in South Euclid, Ohio, never even knew the names of the adults who took care of him in that orphanage.The short of the long is that Daniel came to the states utterly unprepared for the life with which his adoptive parents hoped to give him – he simply wasn't ready socially, emotionally, or intellectually for a life with people who loved him. After 7 years in a crib, how could he be? And after a six-month honeymoon period with his new family in the states, things went downhill fast and furiously.Daniel developed an anger and rage over all that he couldn't process or understand about his experience in the orphanage, his having been put there in the first place by his birth parents, and his place in the world and with his new mom and dad. He threw tantrums they described as “tornadoes of rage … eight hour marathons where he would throw anything he could get his hands on.” There were thousands of holes in his bedroom walls from his violent outbursts.He abused social workers and specialists. He choked a puppy. He gave his mom, Heidi, a black eye, once. He held a knife to her neck, another time. It got so bad they hired the equivalent of a bodyguard to be in the house, so that Heidi was never alone with her new son.Finally – and I'm leaving out a lot of the story, mind you – they embarked on a fascinating, controversial treatment for Daniel's diagnosed Attachment Disorder where they pulled him out of school, Heidi quit her job, and they spent several months side-by-side, literally no farther than three feet apart. If one of them went to the bathroom, the other waited outside the door. They only time they were not next to each other, was when they were sleeping.They worked to establish the bond that's supposed to be created between mothers and infants, under normal circumstances, by being very deliberate about eye-contact, for instance, and proximity. Daniel wasn't allowed to ask for anything – he had to learn, from experience, that Heidi would provide basic needs for him, like food and drink. Daniel's punishment for not playing along, or for doing something wrong, was called a “Time In,” where he would be subjected to time on the couch, being hugged by his mother.Ultimately, it worked. After eight weeks of this and a year of “holding therapy” where the family of three cradled each other – holding 13 year-old Daniel like a newborn – for 20 minutes, every night for a year, Daniel began to transform, slowly, but surely, almost imperceptibly, into a boy who believed that he would be and could be and was LOVED by his parents. Another way to say this, if you ask me, is that Daniel came to believe in that love, because he was finally convinced that he belonged to his new family. He believed because he belonged.And I think this is our call as people of God in the world. People need to see and to know that they already belong to the good news and grace and eternal life we claim. And I think it's our job and it should be our joy – even when it's hard – to show that kind of love and belonging to them.I think they need to see us marching at PRIDE parades.I think they need to see us teaching about and practicing anti-racism.I think they need to see our kids walking against homelessness and they need to see us giving money to their cause.I think politicians need to receive our letters, our phone calls, and our votes – in the name of Jesus – that speak out on behalf of people who are hungry and homeless and criminalized for that. (Join us for that next Sunday, between services.)I think the women who are served by our Agape ministry to sex workers need to experience the proximity and generosity of that ministry.And the list goes on. But I've said enough. And, just because it couldn't be more timely, I'll close with something from the new Pope Leo that makes me think he'd agree with me. Apparently, he said this once:“We are often worried about teaching doctrine, but we risk forgetting that our first duty is to communicate the beauty and joy of knowing Jesus.”They don't believe, because they don't belong.I think those who don't believe what we claim to know about the grace of God need to experience it, first; they need to see us making room for them, for their doubts, and for their unbelief – whoever “they” may be. And that needs to happen, not because it's our job to convince them of God's love, but because we – and the world – will be blessed and better for having shared this love humbly, hopefully, and with a warm welcome of belonging, in Jesus' name.Amen[To hear the full story of Daniel and his family, listen to Episode 317 of This American Life, “Unconditional Love.”]

In dieser Predigt von Leo und Susanna Bigger geht es darum, wie du interessant für deinen Partner bleibst. Sie beleuchten die drei Arten der Liebe: Agape, Philia und Eros. Agape ist die selbstlose Liebe, die uns dazu beruft, den anderen in den Mittelpunkt zu stellen, inspiriert von Bibelstellen wie Hohelied 8:6. Philia, die freundschaftliche Liebe, wird durch Komplimente und Dankbarkeit gestärkt. Eros, die leidenschaftliche Liebe, soll mit Hingabe und Heiligkeit gelebt werden. Leo und Susanna ermutigen dich, diese Liebesarten in deinem Alltag zu integrieren, um Beziehungen zu vertiefen und zu erneuern. Sie betonen, dass Gott die Quelle dieser Liebe ist und dass du durch seine Hilfe in der Lage bist, diese Liebe zu leben. Welche Art der Liebe möchtest du heute in deinem Leben stärken?

In dieser Predigt von Leo und Susanna Bigger geht es darum, wie du interessant für deinen Partner bleibst. Sie beleuchten die drei Arten der Liebe: Agape, Philia und Eros. Agape ist die selbstlose Liebe, die uns dazu beruft, den anderen in den Mittelpunkt zu stellen, inspiriert von Bibelstellen wie Hohelied 8:6. Philia, die freundschaftliche Liebe, wird durch Komplimente und Dankbarkeit gestärkt. Eros, die leidenschaftliche Liebe, soll mit Hingabe und Heiligkeit gelebt werden. Leo und Susanna ermutigen dich, diese Liebesarten in deinem Alltag zu integrieren, um Beziehungen zu vertiefen und zu erneuern. Sie betonen, dass Gott die Quelle dieser Liebe ist und dass du durch seine Hilfe in der Lage bist, diese Liebe zu leben. Welche Art der Liebe möchtest du heute in deinem Leben stärken?

Is your relationship built to last—or ready to fall apart in the next storm? In this week's message from The Relationship Remodel series, Pastor Jon Kragel shows us how to weatherproof our love with tools straight from 1 Corinthians 13.

In dieser Predigt von Leo und Susanna Bigger geht es darum, wie du interessant für deinen Partner bleibst. Sie beleuchten die drei Arten der Liebe: Agape, Philia und Eros. Agape ist die selbstlose Liebe, die uns dazu beruft, den anderen in den Mittelpunkt zu stellen, inspiriert von Bibelstellen wie Hohelied 8:6. Philia, die freundschaftliche Liebe, wird durch Komplimente und Dankbarkeit gestärkt. Eros, die leidenschaftliche Liebe, soll mit Hingabe und Heiligkeit gelebt werden. Leo und Susanna ermutigen dich, diese Liebesarten in deinem Alltag zu integrieren, um Beziehungen zu vertiefen und zu erneuern. Sie betonen, dass Gott die Quelle dieser Liebe ist und dass du durch seine Hilfe in der Lage bist, diese Liebe zu leben. Welche Art der Liebe möchtest du heute in deinem Leben stärken?

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us this May for a brand new series with new conversations every Friday as we unpack God's design for selfless love regarding humanity. Agape is the Greek word for unconditional and selfless love. Theme verse for Agape: Ephesians 3:18 ”may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”   Our sponsors for this series: Minnesota Young Adult WKND: www.youngadults.today/the-wknd GFA World's Paid Apprenticeship: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   This week we see Marcel Schwantes return to the show.  Marcel is an author, leadership coach, and advocate for humane workplace practices. His journey into leadership began during his time working in a toxic hospital environment, where relentless stress landed him in the emergency room—an experience that profoundly shaped his views on leadership and well-being. He now challenges traditional, warlike business narratives, advocating for radical love and humanity in leadership.  His work inspires leaders to foster compassionate, thriving businesses by shifting focus from competition to collaboration and introspection. We talk: Agape love “Eufear”: the good fear Retiring "target customers"‘ Working for love The 5 principles of Love In Action Links: Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss - The Book Marcel's Website Marcel's LinkedIn Profile Marcel's Substack Subscribe for more transformative conversations!

Brett Harper - Exposing Agape Boarding SchoolDec 12, 2022Brett Harper is a survivor of the Agape Boarding School system. The story he tells Ed Opperman is as unbelievable as it is cruel. But he is not alone to cast allegations at this establishment. Such is his fury at his and others' treatment at the school, he has written a book, not only detailing his own experience, but those of his peers.Spare the Rod is a troubling look into the abusive and terribly under-regulated troubled teen industry; a shadowy network of private juvenile prisons, therapeutic boarding schools, group homes, wilderness camps, boot camps, conversion therapy centers, boarding schools, rehabs, etc. Thousands of kids are abused each year and many of them suffer in silence. Some sustain life-long injuries and struggle with things like trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, anxiety, abandonment, nightly night terrors, chronic pain and more! Their ability to form healthy relationships is forever impacted and often their connection to the family that sent them away completely severed. You might think this can't happen in the U.S.! Oh yes it can! Oh yes it does! Authoritarian fascists who believe in tough love and forcing teens to assimilate to their culture and morals is nothing new. It's been going on for hundreds of years!Book: Spare the RodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Can you love someone you don't trust? Do you struggle with setting boundaries? If so, you're in for a treat! In conjunction with her newly released book, A New Way to Love Your Neighbor, Jada sits down to discuss some common questions surrounding the intricacies of love. She explores the importance of understanding divine love, the issue with boundaries, how to love your closest neighbor, and more. This conversation reveals her heart for the book and provides practical ways to begin this new journey to freedom. Order: A New Way to Love Your Neighbor https://www.amazon.com/New-Way-Love-Your-Neighbor/dp/1087789184

Today we learn that only God's perfect love can empower our imperfect love. Agape love — unconditional, self-giving, and sacrificial — transforms relationships not by fixing people but by letting God's love flow through us. Barriers like criticism, comparison, control, and complacency can block love, but staying rooted in Christ allows us to love patiently and kindly, even when it's hard. Loving others starts by personally receiving God's love, faithfully remembering His love, and boldly reflecting His love in action.

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us this May for a brand new series with new conversations every Friday as we unpack God's design for selfless love regarding humanity. Agape is the Greek word for unconditional and selfless love. Theme verse for Agape: Ephesians 3:18 ”may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”   Our sponsors for this series: Minnesota Young Adult WKND: www.youngadults.today/the-wknd GFA World's Paid Apprenticeship: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

This Agape Latte, Dan Ponsetto, Welles Remy Crowther Director of the Volunteer Service Learning Center at Boston College, began the evening with a story about how his faith helped him through a challenging time in his life.

Feeling overwhelmed by global chaos, political turmoil & fear? Michael B. Beckwith shares profound wisdom on why this is STILL a grand time to be alive. Discover how to navigate the collective "dark night," overcome negativity with love & high vibration, and tap into the solutions & hopeful future emerging for humanity right now. Find your power within!   Find more from Michael Beckwith: https://www.michaelbeckwith.com/   To find out more visit: https://amzn.to/3qULECz - Order Michael Sandler's book, "AWE, the Automatic Writing Experience" www.automaticwriting.com  - Automatic Writing Experience Course www.inspirenationuniversity.com - Michael Sandler's School of Mystics Join Our YouTube Membership for behind-the-scenes access - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVoOM-cCEPbJ1vzlQAFQu1A/join  https://inspirenationshow.com/ https://www.dailywoohoo.com/ - Sign up for my FREE daily newsletter for high-vibration content. ……. Follow Michael and Jessica's exciting journey and get even more great tools, tips, and behind-the-scenes access. Go to https://www.patreon.com/inspirenation   For free meditations, weekly tips, stories, and similar shows visit: https://inspirenationshow.com/   We've got Merch! - https://teespring.com/stores/inspire-nation-store   Follow Inspire Nation, and the lives of Michael and Jessica, on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/InspireNationLive/   Find us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inspirenationshow

Today, Michael welcomes global lifestyle entrepreneur specializing in holistic well-being, Koya Webb. Known as a “transformational specialist,” Koya encourages sustainable lifestyle changes that maximize your ability to cultivate self-love, reverse life-threatening conditions, and experience optimal health through her Lifestyle Design Method. Koya's “Get Loved Up” yoga school and community of teachers inspire millions worldwide to practice more self-care, social justice, and sustainable living. She is a highly regarded expert and editorial contributor with media outlets nationwide. Koya has appeared on NBC, CBS, The Steve Harvey Show, E! Entertainment, and Home & Family, and has worked with a roster of celebrity clients.  During Koya and Michael's highly personal and heartfelt conversation, they discuss:  -Koya's painful childhood and feelings of not belonging -Her healing journey through Agape's teachings, yoga, meditation, and community support, shifting from fear-based thinking to spiritual alignment -The importance of self-care, breathwork, nutrition, and ritual stacking as key components of living a joyful, grounded life -The profound lesson Koya learned from her mother's transition—surrendering with grace while staying committed to purpose, plus managing grief, intuition, and spiritual connection after loss -The inspiration and philosophy behind Koya's wellness brand, “Get Loved Up,” which emphasizes self-love, sustainable self-care, and pouring from a full cup -How fast success during the pandemic led to Koya's deep burnout and loneliness, necessitating downsizing and choosing alignment over constant achievement -Conscious relationships, choosing love after trauma, and meeting her husband/divine partner  -Letting go of people-pleasing and learning to say “no” unless divinely guided -Transformational letter writing, the miracle of forgiveness, healing her relationship with her sister and mother, and so much more! Next, Michael leads a guided meditation on anchoring in wisdom, love, and intelligence. Follow all things Koya at her website, https://koyawebb.com/, and on social media.  Remember to Subscribe or Follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! Connect with Michael at his website – https://michaelbeckwith.com/ – and receive his guided meditation, “Raise Your Vibration and Be Untouchable” when you sign up to receive occasional updates from Michael! You can also connect with him at https://agapelive.com/. Facebook: @Michael.B.Beckwith https://www.facebook.com/Michael.B.Beckwith  IG: @michaelbbeckwith https://www.instagram.com/michaelbbeckwith/  TikTok: @officialmichaelbeckwith   https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmichaelbeckwith  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMWuqEKXLY4m60gNDsw61w  And as always, deep gratitude to the sponsors of the Take Back Your Mind with Michael B. Beckwith podcast: -Agape International Spiritual Center: https://agapelive.com/  and -NutriRise, the makers of Michael's AdaptoZen product line, a few of which include: -Superfood Greens: https://nutririse.com/products/greens-superfood  -Superfood Reds: https://nutririse.com/products/adaptozen-superfood-reds   -ELEVATE+: Organic Fermented Mushrooms: https://nutririse.com/products/elevate-fermented-mushrooms-powder 

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us this May for a brand new series with new conversations every Friday as we unpack God's design for selfless love regarding humanity. Agape is the Greek word for unconditional and selfless love. Theme verse for Agape: Ephesians 3:18 ”may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”   Our sponsors for this series: Minnesota Young Adult WKND: www.youngadults.today/the-wknd GFA World's Paid Apprenticeship: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

Know what we need a little more of in our lives? JOY! What if I told you that I have a gift for you which can fill you with joy to the point that you NEED to share it because there's too much for you to hold onto yourself? Paul wrote a letter to some friends once, trying to express the same thing to them and letting them know that these things apply to ALL of us! We can all become bearers of amazing and unending love and joy, and bring the gift of wholeness to others around us. In fact, it may be more than a possibility; it may be a command...Welcome to the Book of Philippians! REJOICE!

Is love really enough to heal a broken relationship? Or is there something deeper we're missing? Love is more than a feeling. Love is the foundation. In this message, pastor Jon Kragel kicks off the L.O.V.E. Remodel Challenge—a four-step journey to grow, heal, or strengthen a relationship that matters to you. Whether you're feeling stuck, distant, or just ready for a change, this teaching from 1 Corinthians 13 unpacks a kind of love that goes beyond emotion—Agape love—a love that shatters, saves, and shapes us.

Fr. Mike zeroes in on the deep friendship between Jonathan and David and the enduring power of their brotherly bond. He breaks down the different kinds of friendship according to Greek philosophy, and points out how true and virtuous friendship is so rare and special. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 20 and Psalm 142. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

The ancient Greeks had various words to describe different forms of love:Eros – Romantic lovePhileo – Friendship LoveStorge – Familial loveAgape – Unconditional loveIn this We Are One Original Series, "MadLove," we're breaking down the 4 different types of loves that the Lord talks about in the Bible.--------Sign up for Pillars: A 12 Week Discipleship Journey Building Saints who are STRONG, SMART, and STABLE.https://weareoneyouth.com/pillars--------Text the We Are One Hotline for prayer needs and all thingsWe Are One: 844-641-8147--------For bibles, prayer requests, giving, and more, click the link below to get connected https://weareoneyouth.com/fam--------If you just accepted Jesus, if you have a prayer request, or you want to know more about us, CLICK THIS LINK! https://weareoneyouth.com/fam--------Join the We Are One Fam:WEB: https://weareoneyouth.com​​FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/waoyouth​​INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/waoyouth​​TIKTOK: https://vm.tiktok.com/tGmCPB/​​--------#weareoneyouth #love #friendship

These three sisters lived in Aquilea. When the Emperor Diocletian was visiting there, he learned that they were Christians and had them brought to him. When they would not deny Christ, they were cast into prison, then handed over to a general named Dulcitius for torture. Dulcitius conceived a passion for the sisters, and entered the prison planning to defile them; but when he tried to enter, he was deprived of his reason and fell upon the dirty pots at the entrance, embracing and kissing them until he was completely black with soot. Hearing of this, the Emperor appointed another general to torment the sisters. After terrible tortures Agape and Chionia were burned, but the sadistic general, knowing her pledge of virginity to the Lord, ordered Irene to be put in a brothel. By God's providence she was shot with an arrow before she could be forced to endure this fate.   So ends the version given in the Great Horologion. The Prologue gives a slightly different version: When Irene was being led to the brothel, an angel turned the soldiers back and led Irene to the top of a high hill. The next day the general came with his soldiers to capture her, but were unable to climb it. The general then ordered that Irene be shot with arrows.   St Anastasia, a prophetess in that town, gathered the bodies of all three sisters and gave them burial.

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk the newest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta that we have been waiting for, featuring Kenya going out swinging when it comes to Brit. Plus, Part Three of the Married To Medicine reunion where Greg takes center stage for the first, and hopefully last, time. Then, Part Two of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion that sees Kyle be taken to task over text gate and Dorit tasking herself with bringing out Mean Sutton. And finally, a new episode of RuPaul's Drag Race where the eliminated queens fight for the title of She Done Already Done Had Herses in a Lip Sync Lalaparuzza. 5:20 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Season 16: Episode 05 1:12:31 - Married to Medicine: Season 11: Episode 16 2:06:15 - Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 14: Episode 19 3:18:54 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 17: Episode 15 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you. We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop now at https://AGayAndHisEnby.Threadless.com Every week, we have the pleasure and privilege of recording from Sorgatron Media Studios in Pittsburgh. The theme song for our main show is Pulsar by Shane Ivers, and the theme song for Binge Watch is Higher Up by Shane Ivers, both of which you can find at https://www.silvermansound.com All of our social media can be found at our linktree: https://linktr.ee/agayandhisenby In recent years, states have pushed forward a record number of bills that attack LGBTQ rights, especially transgender youth. The current obession with Drag Queens is no exception. This is a thinly veiled attempt to outlaw gender expressions that do not fall within the cisheteronormative guidelines. Please consider donating to one of the following charities to help make the US a safer place for Queer folks to live in peace. American Civil Liberties Union (https://www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights) Trevor Project (https://give.thetrevorproject.org/give/63307/#!/donation/checkout) PFLAG (https://pflag.org/donate/) True Colors United (https://my.truecolorsunited.org/give/107399/#!/donation/checkout) OutRight International (https://outrightinternational.org/take-action/give) Lambda Legal (https://support.lambdalegal.org/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app30130a?df_id=6680&mfc_pref=T&6680.donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=D3311163DF16F06EEA5520010BAF90B5) GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (https://donate.glad.org/give/123741/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=webheader) Human Rights Campaign (https://give.hrc.org/page/118560/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=or_gnr_hrc_homepage2022) It Gets Better Project (https://give.itgetsbetter.org/give/250737/#!/donation/checkout)

How does love fit into your life? Are you aware of your love or being loved? Love is fundamental to human existence; expressing love and feeling loved are key to a healthy and productive life. In reality, love is essential but is often forgotten. This episode explores how one small word—love—encompasses a vast spectrum of human experiences. While English limits us to a single term, ancient Greeks and Romans recognized nine distinct types of love that shape our relationships, creativity, and sense of self. Join us as we unpack these nine "colors" of love: from passionate Eros to playful Ludus, from the selfless Agape to the practical Pragma. Learn how these different expressions of love influence your daily life, your relationships, and your personal development. Through a simple yet powerful exercise called "The Love List," you'll discover which types of love dominate your life and which might be missing. This exploration isn't just theoretical—it's a pathway to deeper self-understanding and more meaningful connections with others. Whether you're reflecting on romantic relationships, family bonds, creative pursuits, or your relationship with yourself, this episode offers a framework to understand and express love in all its beautiful complexity. Hey there! Ever wondered how love fits into the grand scheme of your life? Join me, Paul Harvey, your midlife coach, in this bite-sized episode of the Life Passion and Business Shortcast where we dive into the essence of love. We all know love is fundamental to human existence, right? Yet, we often brush past it in our daily grind without giving it the spotlight it deserves. In this engaging episode, I explore how we can weave love into every aspect of our lives, from trivial things like our favorite foods to deeper connections we share with our families and friends. I invite you to make a 'love list'—an enlightening exercise that helps you map out the different kinds of love you experience. Have you ever thought about how your love for pizza differs from the love you feel for your partner? Or how does time spent with an old school friend evoke philia love? Together, we uncover the different faces of love as viewed through the lens of ancient Greek and Latin words—like Eros for passionate love, Philia for deep friendship, and Agape for unconditional love. It's all about recognizing these varying degrees in the everyday actions and relationships that fill our lives with meaning. We also tackle the importance of self-love, Philautia, emphasizing how acknowledging and embracing who we are can empower us to climb higher and weather the storms of life. This exploration isn't just about understanding; it's also about feeling and expressing love, which, as you'll see, is a true game-changer in your personal development journey. So, whether you wish to find more passion, build deeper relationships, or simply understand yourself better, this episode might just be the nudge you need. Don't forget to share it with a friend or leave a comment—let's spread the love and remind everyone that love truly is the better option! When you have completed your love list, mark it up as directed. Here are the different forms of love to remind you. Eros: Romantic Love, the Greek god of love, the Cupid cherub Philia: Affectionate love. This is the love between friends Agape: Unconditional; it is the love of sacrifice. Storge: Family love; it is how we feel about our parents and children Mania: Fixation and obsession are also forms of love. Ludus:  Play Pragma:  Pracicality. Meraki:  The Art of Creation. Philautia:  Self Love. For more information, check out the links below, and if you found this useful, consider buying me a coffee below.       Life Passion & Business Podcast is about finding answers to life's big questions through weekly interviews with guest speakers. The Shortcast is my ongoing commitment to staying inquisitive and passionate about life, with whatever is alive for me each week. Follow the links below to discover what else is on offer.     The Five Questions eBook: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/the-five-questions Focus Coaching: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/focus-coaching/ Support The Podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeandpassion Midlife Survey: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/midlife-challenge/                        

Synopsis: John writes to assure the Saints of the truth that establishes their Agape community--the Love of the Triune God flows into and transforms Christ's followers by the Holy Spirit. a. Elder to the Elect Lady and her Children (v. 1a) b. Love in the Truth (v.1b), c. Being and Becoming (vv. 2-3). Sermon Text: 2 John 1-3

Are you holding yourself hostage with guilt from the past? In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak—author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and teacher of Religious Science—explores how guilt becomes the invisible chain that keeps you from fully living in the present. Guilt ties you to outdated beliefs and past actions that no longer serve who you are becoming. True freedom begins when you release self-blame, accept what is, and claim your inner power to move forward. This tale dives deep into the spiritual, emotional, and energetic weight of guilt—and offers clarity on how to release it boldly and fearlessly. If you're ready to stop replaying the past and start living a life of purpose, this message is for you. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

You'll Never ‘Have It All'—Here's Why That's a Gift is a bold, truth-packed spiritual talk that challenges the illusion of perfection and invites you to wake up to the power of presence. In this video, Rev. Lee Wolak—author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and Religious Science teacher—explores how real freedom and fulfillment come not from chasing "more," but from fully experiencing life as it unfolds, moment by moment. If you're on a path of spiritual growth, seeking inner peace, clarity, and a deeper connection to your truth, this message will help you shift your mindset and ground yourself in what truly matters. Tune in to reclaim your power, trust your journey, and live with fierce authenticity. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this transformative spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, Zen practitioner and author of The Power in You, dives deep into the profound truth: Whatever you give your focus to, you feed. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of stress and distraction, this video offers a bold perspective shift. Discover how conscious awareness and intentional focus can either accelerate your personal growth or prolong your inner struggles. This talk is for anyone seeking greater spiritual understanding, self-empowerment, and mental clarity. Learn how to stop feeding fear, doubt, and limitation—and start fueling peace, truth, and possibility. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

Are you ready to stop running from reality and start living in alignment with truth? In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, dives into what it truly means to live spiritually—not by clinging to wishful thinking or fear-based stories, but by courageously seeing life exactly as it is. When you drop the illusion, you reclaim your power. This message cuts through the noise and speaks directly to the seeker who's ready to wake up, dig deep, and live with clarity, purpose, and spiritual strength. Discover how truth frees you, how clarity empowers action, and why reality is never your enemy—it's your greatest teacher. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You and a Zen-inspired teacher of Religious Science, explores the transformative power of Right View, the first step on the Eightfold Path. Learn how to see life as it truly is—without illusion, judgment, or fear. Discover how conscious awareness, spiritual clarity, and the law of cause and effect can help you break free from limiting beliefs and align with your highest truth. If you're seeking deeper spiritual growth, practical enlightenment, and tools for everyday mindfulness, this video will give you the bold, direct insight you've been looking for. Start living with purpose, presence, and power. If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening, mindful living, and inner transformation, this message will guide you to embrace truth, challenge illusions, and live boldly in the now. Watch now to reconnect with your power and walk the path of conscious freedom. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

Unlock the deeper meaning of the Eightfold Path in this powerful spiritual talk, Three Words to Freedom. Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and teacher of Religious Science, breaks down this ancient Buddhist teaching into three life-changing principles: Wisdom, Action, and Presence. Discover how these three words can ignite your personal growth, deepen your self-awareness, and help you live with greater purpose, clarity, and peace. If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening, mindful living, and inner transformation, this message will guide you to embrace truth, challenge illusions, and live boldly in the now. Watch now to reconnect with your power and walk the path of conscious freedom. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

Unlock the deeper meaning of the Eightfold Path in this powerful spiritual talk, Three Words to Freedom. Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and teacher of Religious Science, breaks down this ancient Buddhist teaching into three life-changing principles: Wisdom, Action, and Presence. Discover how these three words can ignite your personal growth, deepen your self-awareness, and help you live with greater purpose, clarity, and peace. If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening, mindful living, and inner transformation, this message will guide you to embrace truth, challenge illusions, and live boldly in the now. Watch now to reconnect with your power and walk the path of conscious freedom. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You and founder of Elevated Mind Hypnosis, explores how the meaning you assign to life's events becomes the lens through which you experience reality. This transformative teaching will help you awaken your inner awareness, expand your consciousness, and understand how your thoughts, emotions, and actions are directly influenced by the stories you create. Learn how to take back your power, break free from old beliefs, and consciously shape your life with clarity and purpose. If you're on a journey of self-discovery, spiritual growth, or personal empowerment—this message is for you.If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? In this eye-opening spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, reveals the deeper truth behind your suffering—and it's not what you think. "Control Is the Lie That's Keeping You Stuck" dives into the illusion of control, the resistance of the ego, and how true spiritual freedom begins with acceptance. Discover how letting go of the need to control people, outcomes, and the future leads to inner peace, emotional healing, and personal power. This video is for anyone ready to stop struggling and start awakening to their true nature. If you're on a path of self-awareness, mindfulness, or spiritual growth, this message is your wake-up call. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this bold and transformative spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak—author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and teacher of Religious Science—dives deep into the real source of human suffering: resistance to what is. If you've been searching for answers, healing, or clarity on your spiritual path, this video will help you shift your mindset and expand your awareness. Learn how the illusion of control creates emotional pain, and how true peace comes from fearless acceptance and presence. This eye-opening message is for anyone ready to confront life with courage, authenticity, and radical self-honesty. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, Zen practitioner and author of The Power in You, dives deep into the spiritual law of self-worth. You'll discover why your desires alone aren't enough and how your personal frequency—shaped by your beliefs about your own worth—is what actually determines what you attract. The Universe isn't holding anything back from you… it's waiting for you to say yes to you. If you've been stuck, frustrated, or wondering why your manifestations haven't appeared, this is the message you've been waiting for. Step into your power, raise your frequency, and claim the life that's already trying to reach you. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this heartfelt episode, CJMiller shares a personal story about teaching his son to drive—and the spiritual metaphor that unfolded along the way. While navigating Central Expressway, a car sped by, weaving in and out of traffic. Instead of reacting, CJ pulled aside and let it pass. It became the perfect teaching moment: when someone operates from chaotic or aggressive energy, you don't have to match it. Let them meet their own energy. This story expands into a larger reflection on life. As CJ explains to his son, everything operates on a spiritual level. The consciousness of a reckless driver will eventually attract a similar consciousness. Our job is to hold steady—to stay centered in love. When we react, retaliate, or try to “win,” we step away from our love base. Drawing inspiration from Abraham-Hicks and the concept of staying in the “vortex,” CJ explores the challenge of maintaining spiritual alignment in a world that constantly pulls us toward fear, outrage, and distraction. Whether it's doomscrolling on social media, toxic conversations, or drama-driven entertainment, we're being called to a higher practice: holding the vibration of Love. Be the broader Love. This isn't romantic love—it's the universal Love that ancient cultures and spiritual traditions have named again and again. The Greeks called it Agape. In Buddhism, it's Mettā—loving-kindness. In Hinduism, Bhakti. In Catholic mysticism, Caritas. In New Thought, it is the Creative Intelligence behind all form—Love as a force that moves through everything and asks for nothing in return. CJ shares how he's begun pulling back from negative media and limiting his exposure to people who feed off fear and anger—not out of judgment, but to protect and nurture his own vibration. He encourages you to do the same: gently guide conversations back toward light, or walk away when necessary. We're often taught that we have to fix the problems we see. But sometimes, the highest form of action is demonstration. Be the lighthouse. Engage in passive resistance. Send money to organizations you believe in. Set intentions, offer prayers, donate to the disadvantaged. Staying in Love Consciousness is enough. Don't push against—go toward Agape Love. This episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder: we don't fix the world by sinking to its level. We change it by holding our ground in Love, and letting others rise to meet us there—when they're ready. 

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You and Zen-inspired spiritual teacher, reveals the hidden force that drives lasting transformation—belief. It's not the ritual, the affirmation, or the endless hustle that shifts your reality—it's the core belief behind the action that determines your results. Whether you're on a journey to heal your body, manifest wealth, or create deeper, more authentic relationships, this video will help you uncover the energetic blueprint shaping your experience. Learn how conscious belief, rooted in expected outcome, activates the universal laws of manifestation and alignment. Watch now to break through illusions, awaken truth, and tap into the spiritual power already within you. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this mind-opening talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, explores how your thoughts are not passive but powerful forces shaping your reality. Just as a gardener carefully chooses seeds to plant, you have the ability to plant empowering, intentional thoughts that manifest the life you desire. If your current experiences aren't reflecting your dreams, it's time to shift your mindset and cultivate beliefs that align with your highest vision. Learn how to harness the creative power of thought, break free from limiting patterns, and consciously direct your energy toward growth and success. This talk will guide you to step boldly into the present and transform your world from the inside out. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

In this insightful talk, Rev Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You and fearless teacher of Religious Science, explores the profound truth that true love asks for nothing because it is already whole. When love flows freely without attachment or expectation, it nurtures and sustains itself effortlessly. You'll learn how to shift from seeking external validation to discovering the infinite source of love within. As you release the need to control or grasp, you unlock a deeper experience of freedom and authenticity in your relationships. If you're ready to embrace love that thrives without limits, this message is for you. Listen now and begin your journey toward radiant, unconditional love. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

The Seasons of Your Mind invites you to explore the natural cycles of your consciousness—seasons of curiosity where new ideas bloom, seasons of focus where action thrives, seasons of reflection where lessons settle, and seasons of stillness where deep wisdom takes root. Just like nature, your mind moves through these phases, each playing a vital role in your personal growth and spiritual evolution. By recognizing and honoring these mental seasons, you cultivate balance, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you're seeking clarity, growth, or peace, trusting the rhythm of your mind opens the door to greater awareness and fulfillment. Watch this video to uncover how embracing these mental cycles can help you align with your highest potential. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations