Podcasts about believing

This week, we dive into the dark hallways and shadowy corners of America's most haunted schools just as students head back to class. We explore two particularly eerie Schools: Pocatello High School in Idaho, where urban legends tell of a tragic suicide pact from the 1940s-50s that left one girl hanging from the top lockers (which were subsequently removed), and a ghostly wet child who supposedly drowned in the school's former pool. The campus is also known for phantom piano music echoing through an empty auditorium and unsettling sounds from the theater's changing rooms. Then we discuss the much more historically documented El Paso High School in Texas, built in 1916 over underground tunnels that once served as a morgue during the Spanish flu epidemic. With alleged deaths on campus, sealed-off rooms discovered years later, and even a mysterious figure appearing in a 1985 school photograph, this institution has a deeply troubling past. We also share two compelling anonymous stories from Reddit - one involving a Catholic preschool next to an 1800s cemetery where staff regularly encounter a spirit they call "Mary," and another from an Ohio behavioral school with such intense paranormal activity that it's now being demolished. Patreon⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A confession of faith continues as a commitment of faith. Believing in God embraces all and everything in our obedience to God. “Without faith it is impossible to please him…” (Heb. 11:6).

Which do you think is better in this world—faith or sight? Pastor Colin explains why faith isn't something God gives us, as a consolation prize, until we get to heaven and “graduate” to sight.

Even Abraham was justified by faith. Paul shows that salvation has always been about trusting God, not impressing Him. Faith isn't just how you start—it's how you live. You'll never be good enough, but Jesus is. That's the gospel.

What if the life you dream about is actually one belief shift away? In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, I'm joined by the magical Haley Hoffman Smith—subconscious mind expert, speaker, and author of You Have the Magic. Together, we explore what's really holding people back from their desires, why self-doubt isn't yours to begin with, and how Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) tapping can completely change your life. We unpack how past programming creates present limitations, the power of healing stored emotional trauma, and how to use belief work to call in your next-level reality. If you've ever felt stuck, blocked, behind, or “not enough,” this episode is the reminder you didn't know you needed. This episode is presented by my friends at Brand Builders Group. Ready to finally monetize your personal brand and break through the wall of obscurity? Book your free strategy call here

What do you see when you look around you? Trouble, hardship, pain, turmoil? It's everywhere. And you can't help but wonder, Where's God in all this? Pastor Colin helps us see that God is right in the middle of it all.

What if the game of Whac-A-Mole perfectly described your leadership challenges? Ric Shriver and Jeff Fierstein think it does. These two veteran consultants have spent over four decades tackling recurring, high-stakes issues inside organizations—and they've captured those lessons in their book "Leadership Whac-A-Mole: Actionable Strategies to Leadership Challenges". Today's episode, Ric and Jeff join Peter to explore how they've turned decades of shared experience into a practical, real-world guide for leaders. They break down the leadership issues that keep popping up across industries—and how to stop reacting and start leading with intent. You'll hear how they co-authored the book using a creative “client and consultant” back-and-forth format, bringing both the problem and the solution to life. They explain why holistic thinking and real-world examples matter more than trendy buzzwords, and how their book is designed as a field manual—not theory—for leaders at all levels. Ric and Jeff also speak candidly about what it's like to move from writing to marketing—especially when you're more comfortable solving problems than promoting your own work. Their insights are honest, valuable, and relevant for any thought leader looking to get their ideas into the hands of decision-makers. If you've ever felt like you're playing Whac-A-Mole in your business, this episode offers the clarity—and calm—you need. Three Key Takeaways: • Leadership Challenges Are Recurring—But Solvable Many leaders face the same issues over and over, much like a game of Whac-A-Mole. Ric and Jeff highlight that these aren't random events—they're symptoms of deeper systemic issues. Their book offers a practical, experience-based approach to diagnosing and solving those patterns. • Thought Leadership Can Be Built from Shared Experience Rather than theory or research alone, their content comes from decades of real-world consulting work. By using a client-consultant format, they deliver insight from both sides of the leadership equation, making their ideas accessible and actionable for readers. • Marketing a Book Requires a Mindset Shift Writing the book was only half the battle. Ric and Jeff learned that promoting thought leadership requires stepping into new roles—connecting with networks, refining their message, and overcoming the reluctance to "sell." Believing deeply in their content helped them get comfortable with promotion. If you enjoyed our conversation with Ric Shriver and Jeff Fierstein on turning decades of consulting experience into practical thought leadership, you won't want to miss this episode: Advice for Marketing, Messaging, and Publishing Books with Aurora Winter. Just like Ric and Jeff, the Aurora dove into the real-world challenges authors and thought leaders face—not just in writing the book, but in getting it into the right hands. You'll hear candid advice on crafting compelling messaging, navigating the business side of publishing, and building visibility through smart marketing. Both episodes highlight a critical truth: writing a great book is just the beginning. Whether you're an author, consultant, or executive with ideas to share, this conversation will help you move from manuscript to market with clarity and confidence.

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comI Corinthians 15The resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. He died for our sins, was buried, and rose on the third day as prophesied in the Scriptures and witnessed by many. Some doubt His resurrection. If Christ has not risen, faith is futile, and humanity remains burdened by sin. However, Christ has been raised, guaranteeing a resurrection to eternal life for all who trust in Him. What will that look like? Paul compares the resurrection to a seed that transforms into a new body, emphasizing that the perishable will be replaced by the imperishable. Christ's return culminates in eternal victory over sin and death. Disciples have victory in Jesus now and forever. Believing this, they must remain steadfast and immovable, never losing heart in serving the risen Lord. The gospel is inspirational and resides in the heart of every believer. We believe that Jesus died, was raised on the third day, and appeared to hundreds of witnesses. We believe the tomb is empty and that our Savior has forever defeated death. If these things are not true, then all who live as Christians are truly a pitiful lot. However, the evidence is overwhelming both in history and in scripture. He has been raised, and that means we too will be raised after death, or changed at His return. Our physical bodies will perish, but new spiritual bodies will emerge and live forever. In times of trial in the flesh, our hope for life rests in the Lord Jesus Christ, and we remain steadfast in our allegiance to Him. Glorious Lord, thank You for the victory over sin and death through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Thank You for the testimony that affirms His victory, filling us with hope for our future in Him. Help us to stand firm in faith, holding tightly to the hope of eternal life. We will labor for You, knowing that our efforts are not in vain. Teach us to grow in boldness, sharing the gospel and reflecting the understanding of Christ's victory. Thank You for the assurance that our King has defeated death and that our allegiance to Him will reap eternal reward.  Thought Questions: -       Why do you believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ? Are you prepared to present your case for Christ and His victory to friends and family? -       What will happen the moment that Christ returns? How does that information put perspective into your day and priorities in life? -       What does it mean to be “steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord”? How are you demonstrating those qualities?

After a decade of misfires, DC's latest Superman reboot, directed by James Gunn, delivers a hopeful, heroic take on Clark Kent. We review the latest Superman film now in theatres. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-finally-a-superman-worth-believing-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Haunted Pool Mannequin This week, we dive into two chilling listener submissions that will make you think twice about your next swim or house purchase. Get 60% off the Magic Mind offer with our link https://magicmind.com/bizarremf or code BIZARRE60 upon checkout. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Our first story comes from Baker in Nebraska, who experienced some truly terrifying encounters while working as a lifeguard at what can only be described as a haunted pool facility. From feeling constantly watched while cleaning locker rooms to hearing mysterious conversations and footsteps when alone, Baker's experiences escalated dramatically after the staff started treating their CPR training mannequin, Fred, like a real person. Our second story takes us on a decades-long journey with Tara and her family, spanning from 2001 to 2024 across multiple homes in Texas. What began as a dream house purchase - complete with two acres and a backyard creek - quickly turned into a nightmare when neighbors warned them that "no one stays together in this house." We explore the escalating paranormal activity that seemed to center around Tara's mother, from shadow figures and putrid smells to physical attacks and one of the most unsettling doppelganger encounters we've ever heard. ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recovery isn't just about stopping harmful behaviors - it's about rediscovering your authentic self. This week Alana explores how trauma disconnects us from who we really are and offers hope for reclaiming your true identity.What you'll learn:Why recovery is about becoming, not just stoppingHow trauma disconnects us from our true identityPractical steps for rediscovering yourselfComing Up!Revive and Thrive Women's Intensive - Join us for a transformative four-day somatic healing intensive for women carrying trauma and tension in their bodies. Experience gentle release through expert-guided breathwork, brainspotting, energy healing, and nature immersion as you reclaim your body. Intensive is Aug 26-29 in Spanish Fork, Utah. We don't want finances to get in the way of your healing. Scholarships and payment plans are available for all of our intensives. Learn more and see if you qualify.⁠⁠Watch us⁠ on YouTube.Follow us on our NEW Instagram: @choose_recovery_services⁠Schedule⁠ a complimentary consultation.Join our email list to be notified when new episodes air.More from Choose Recovery ServicesBeyond the Facade Podcast - Luke Gordon hosts a podcast geared toward helping men live authentically and in harmony with their values.Choose Healing - Weekly support group for women who have recently experienced betrayal. First four weeks are free!Believing in You - In this program Amie teaches you how to work WITH your brain instead of against it. Learn tools that will help you move forward to trust, love, empowerment, and finding joy once again.Road to Recovery Webinar - Join us on the second Sunday of each month for a FREE interactive discussion that explores tools and strategies to support individuals and couples navigating the challenges of recovery following betrayal.  Intensives - Accelerate your healing journey with one of our intensives, available year-round for individuals, couples, and professionals. Healing Hearts - This is for couples seeking healing after betrayal. It emphasizes the development of empathy, integrity, and authentic intimacy. Help. Her. Heal - This program is for men seeking to learn more about empathy, conflict resolution, and healthy communication. Beyond the Facade: Men's Healing Group - We help men move through the pains of addiction, relationship healing, managing emotions, and moving past shame. Choose Renewal - For women recovering from unwanted sexual behavior, whether it's a recurring challenge or a one-time incident. Betrayal Trauma Recovery Book Study Group - This group provides a safe space for women to discuss books about betrayal trauma, ask questions, and find community support. Resilient Teens - Ongoing support group for teens ages 15-18 whose parents have experienced betrayal in their marriage.Adult Children Uniting for Healing - Ongoing support group for adult children of parents who have experienced betrayal in their marriage.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Empowered Divorce Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Amie Woolsey for those who are leaning toward divorce.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dating From Within - Learn how to know if you are ready to date again and what a healthy relationship looks like. Should I Stay or Go? - Self-paced course designed to be a companion on your journey toward self-discovery and personal empowerment. 

Today I have three very special guests, my daughter, Elise Roper Younts, along with her husband, Wes, and his mom, Frieda (who's also one of my best friends!). Elise and Wes walked their own lonely journeys through singleness before finally finding each other and marrying last March. Even though for most of their lives they lived exactly 7.3 miles apart, and Wes's mom and I have been best friends for 28 years, they'd never met except in their preschool Sunday School class. You may remember Elise's story from episode 19 about how her fiancé broke off their engagement and left her heartbroken. Wes has his own testimony of 10 years of singleness and not dating after he realized he had allowed dating to become an idol for him. I introduced Frieda to you, along with Julie, in episode one. Frieda and I walked with our children through their lonely seasons of singleness and prayed for them through the difficult times. We had no way of knowing at the time, but God was working behind the scenes to draw Elise and Wes closer to Him so that He could bring them together in marriage. In this episode Frieda and I discuss the struggles of parenting single adult children and I share the prayer I wrote asking God to bring Elise a husband. Elise and Wes share their wedding vows that they wrote to one another. If you're a single adult, or the parent of a single adult, and have grown discouraged in your loneliness and feeling left out, I pray this episode will encourage you and bring hope to your journey. For additional show notes and photos go to CarolRoper.org/Podcast Elise's previous episode: Listen to How a 133-Year-Old House Helped to Heal a Broken Heart with Elise Roper Frieda's previous episode: Listen to The Importance of Friendship with Julie Bagwell and Frieda Younts Jodie Berndts' Episode: How to Pray Powerful and Effective Prayers for Your Children, No Matter How Old They Are with Jodie Berndt

148. Dave Markel: Reflections and Impacts This week, since there's not guest again, I want to take a moment to reflect on the growth and impact of the podcast. I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support from all my listeners, whose commitment has fueled the show's success and exponential growth. Whether long-time listeners or relatively new to the show, your passion and dedication are what have made SASS what it is today. I also want to emphasize the importance of normalizing the conversation around rape and sexual assault. By creating a safe space for survivors to share their stories, SASS works to remove the stigma and silence that too often surrounds sexual violence. This episode highlights the vital role that all of you play in breaking down barriers, supporting healing journeys, and fostering an environment where these difficult topics can be openly discussed without shame or judgment. Finally, I discuss the significance of becoming trauma-informed, not just for professionals, but for everyone. Understanding the effects of trauma—whether in the workplace, at home, or in our communities—is essential in offering empathy and support. As always, I want to encourage you to continue sharing the podcast to help spread awareness, normalize these crucial conversations, and ensure no survivor feels alone. An important side note: if you're finding value in these episodes, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating on your podcast platform. AND, please send me a note of support. I can't tell you how much your emails mean to me—they fuel my passion to keep this podcast going. Here's my email address:   Thank you to all of you who have reached out to me already!! Please keep those emails and texts coming…I truly look forward to hearing from you! On another note: I am a strong advocate and supporter of Survivor School (SS), founded and directed by CEO Arci Grey (another former guest on SASS). In fact, Arci has made me a consultant to SS as she maneuvers the intricacies of directing and managing the content and growth of her amazing organization. I encourage you to strongly consider becoming a member of SS, and as an affiliate would appreciate it, if you do decide to become a member, to use this link:  Thanks again for listening! As always, listed below are some additional important and meaningful websites I hope you'll take a look at and learn more about.    My email address:  As mentioned and emphasized, it's time to Normalize the Conversation.™  And please remember to Start by Believing…because we all know someone whose life has been impacted by rape or sexual assault. Thank you for tuning in.

Howard Pearl is the CEO @ C.A.R.S. (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) a 501(c)(3) that raises funds for nonprofits through effective donation programs. During Howard's tenure, CARS has emphasized operational excellence and innovation to meet the evolving needs of its beneficiaries.  Along the way we discuss – the Journey (1:05), Managers – “Manage” (7:00), Consensus Input (7:35), Built on Trust (9:15), Removing the Unethical (9:45), Full Transparency (11:50), M&A (13:00), Changes in Attitude (15:30), running a Hybrid Organization (25:40), working with the Board of Directors (29:15), Tesla donations (32:00), and Dreaming and Believing (36:00). Access the services of C.A.R.S. @ CAR Easy This podcast is teamed with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Help us reach our 300-scholarship goal for 2026. Send a donation, large or small, through our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com, PayPal, or Venmo @LukeLeaders1248. Or – if you have a used vehicle you want to donate to LukeLeaders1248 access this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.   Manager Memo seeks sponsors for the pod. If you have a product or service to promote, please email @ ov1dlen@gmail.com or www.lukeleaders1248.com Music intro and outro from the creative brilliance of Kenny Kilgore. Lowriders and Beautiful Rainy Day.

In this episode of the 24HipHop Podcast, host JASMINE ORTIZ interviews M Brees, an independent artist from LondonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/24hiphop6617/donations

John 6:57-58 As the living Father sent Me, and I live because of the Father, so he who eats Me, he also will live because of Me. This is the bread which came down out of heaven; not as the fathers ate and died; he who eats this bread will live forever." It is obvious in Jesus' conversation with the crowd who sought Him because He had miraculously fed them that the message was that He was the true life-giving bread sent from God. In these verses, Jesus repeats the theme that began with the miracle. Jesus is the living bread sent from God. Notice Jesus emphasized the quality of life four times: the living Father, I live, the one who eats Me will live, and live forever. Would you celebrate life in Christ with me today? Look at what Jesus said. He lives because the Father lives, and the one who eats or abides in Jesus lives because He lives. Let's connect it and rejoice. We live because Jesus lives, and Jesus lives because the Father lives. Believing that Jesus was sent by the Father unites us with both the Father and the Son, which is the work of the Holy Spirit, who the Apostle Paul called, the Spirit of Life in Christ (Rom. 8:2). The Spirit of Life in Christ sets us free from the law of sin and of death. Listen to how Paul echoes Jesus' declaration that the one who eats His flesh has life forever. Romans 8:9-14. However, you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Him. If Christ is in you, though the body is dead because of sin, yet the spirit is alive because of righteousness. But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you. So then, brethren, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh—for if you are living according to the flesh, you must die; but if by the Spirit you are putting to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. Let me state the highlights I want to spotlight. The spirit is alive. Give life to your mortal bodies. Not live according to the flesh. Putting to death the deeds of the fleshly body, you will live. These are the sons of God! Do you get it? The bread that the fathers ate and died was the bread of the flesh. It was earthly. Our flesh is sinful. His flesh was righteous. The bread that came down from heaven, Jesus Christ, is the bread of life, and those who eat of His flesh live forever. The sons and daughters of God live by the Spirit, out of the life of Jesus, whom God sent to not only die for us, but to live for us. To live to love with Jesus happens as we abide in Him, which is to eat of His flesh. That's living life to the fullest for the glory of God. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of "giving it forward," so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

https://storage.googleapis.com/enduring-word-media/devotional/Devotional07282025.mp3 The post Believing What God Tells You – Ephesians 2:8-9 – July 28, 2025 appeared first on Enduring Word. https://enduringword.com/believing-what-god-tells-you-ephesians-28-9-july-28-2025/feed/ 0 https://storage.googleapis.com/enduring-word-me

Knowing about God is one thing, but knowing God is another. Believing in Him is good, but believing Him is better. The difference between impersonal religion and vibrant faith is in how you experience the presence of God. Every Sunday in July at The Story, we will hear powerful testimonies from people whose lives have been transformed by spiritual encounters, and we'll learn how to make ourselves more available to God.

When life feels like a relentless heatwave—physically and spiritually—Psalm 23 offers more than poetic comfort; it offers divine renewal. In this devotional by Whitney Hopler, we’re reminded that God doesn’t just see our stress and exhaustion—He meets it with peace, stillness, and strength. Just like a good shepherd cares for his sheep, God refreshes your soul when you allow Him to lead you beside quiet waters. ✨ Highlights: God is your Shepherd – He provides, protects, and leads you with purpose. Spiritual renewal is available – Real rest comes not from a nap, but from God’s peace. Quiet waters = soul restoration – Make room for moments of prayer, nature, or Scripture that invite stillness. You lack nothing – Believing this frees you from stress and opens the door to lasting peace.

In this motivating episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden challenges the self-limiting beliefs that hold us back and unpacks the power of cultivating a growth mindset. He shares how habits, mental toughness, and adaptability are the keys to unlocking continuous personal evolution.He speaks directly to those ready to break free from fear, self-doubt, and resistance to change. Drawing from both personal experience and the wisdom of others, he offers tools for building resilience and embracing transformation. If you're ready to stretch beyond your limits and discover what you're truly capable of, this episode is your call to rise.Key Takeaways: ✅ Self-limiting beliefs often go unnoticed but deeply affect our potential ✅ A growth mindset is the foundation of lifelong development ✅ Surrounding yourself with the right people accelerates growth ✅ Continuous improvement stems from daily habits and choices ✅ Mental toughness builds resilience in the face of adversity ✅ Learning from others can fast-track your own evolution ✅ Change is inevitable—adaptability is the key to success ✅ True growth requires consistent self-reflection ✅ Limits are meant to be challenged and surpassed ✅ Believing in yourself is the catalyst for transformationResources:

Lasting change begins in the heart, where your deepest beliefs—especially about your identity—are formed. True repentance is a continual turning from your own logic to God's truth, allowing His Word to work at the identity level and reshape how you see yourself. Your only real work is to believe what God says about you and rest in that truth, because that's where transformation happens.

This powerful testimony of surviving religious manipulation and spiritual abuse. From deception in the pews to reclaiming her voice, she walks us through the pain of betrayal by those meant to guide her and how she found the courage to believe again. This is a story of resistance, healing, and rediscovering faith on her own sacred terms.

Adherence to the commandments is not enough. Jesus can see through to the heart of the matter and see the idles standing between you and God. It may be easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter heaven. However, with God all things are possible. Sermon Notes Mark 10:17 A Rich man asks Jesus how to inherit eternal life Mark 10:18 Jesus asks, “Why call Me good?” Mark 10:19 Jesus speaks of the Commandments Mark 10:20 The man says he has kept them from his youth Mark 10:21 & 22 Jesus loving him states what the man lacks, he loves his wealth more than eternity Mark 10:23 - 25 Says that it is hard for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of God Mark 10:26 The Disciples then ask who can be saved? Mark 10:27 With man it is impossible, but not for God Mark 10:28 Peter asks what about us Mark 10:29 – 31 Jesus says you will be rewarded more than you gave up Romans 10:8 –13 Believing and confessing Ephesians 2:8 –10 Saved by grace through faith

Dan welcomed his friend, the actor, neuroscientist and podcaster Mayim Bialik, and her co-host Jonathan Cohen to Substack with a live conversation. They talked about anxiety – one of many things they have in common – along with faith, imagination, manifestation (not in the way you might think), and what's the best time of day to meditate. Find Mayim Bialik's Breakdown wherever you get your podcasts, and they're also on Substack.    Related Episodes: Mayim Bialik On: Anxiety, Anger, Believing in Both Neuroscience and God, and the Pressures of Being a Teen TV Star   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel   To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris  

Energetic Health Institute Radio with Dr. H – We are led to believe that all of this digital innovation is a convenience meant to improve our lives and increase our productivity. Yet in actuality, it is a tool of fascinating distraction keeping us from the very things we hold dear. It is a thief silently and relentlessly stealing our privacy, autonomy, focus, discernment, and most importantly, our health...

In this series, Pastor James Z. Ransom is teaching the church why we must continue to encourage one another.The title of this series is "Encourage One Another"The INTENT for this series is that we understand how critical it is to encourage one another as we do the work of GodThe PURPOSE for this series is to remind us that we are not supposed to do God's work alone The GOAL for this series is to cultivate an atmosphere of encouragement that strengthens our hands for the work The OBJECTIVES for this series is to teach us:1. WHAT IT MEANS TO ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER2. WHY DO WE NEED ENCOURAGEMENT3. HOW DO WE ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER4. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE FAIL TO ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER5. WHAT ARE THE RESULTS OF ENCOURAGING ONE ANOTHER..............................................................................................................................NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://fthcmrva.org/salvationIf you don't have a good church home, you can! Click the button below and submit your information. We would love for you to make us your church home. We will reach out to you and welcome you as a member to our good Bible believing, Bible teaching church.https://fthcmrva.org/membershipABOUT FROM THE HEART CHURCH MINISTRIES OF RICHMONDWe are simply a bible-believing, bible teaching church where we preach and teach the uncompromised word of God. JOIN IN-PERSON OR ONLINE:Sunday Service – 10:30 a.m. EST​Wednesday Bible Study – 7:00 p.m. EST​Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.fthcmrva.org..............................................................................................................................FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram:   / fthcmrva   YouTube:    / @fthcmrva

In this conversation, Dr. Lacy discusses the importance of self-belief, the role of astrology as a guiding tool, and the significance of the new moon in initiating personal growth. She emphasizes the need to trust oneself, overcome perfectionism, and embrace change, particularly during Leo season. The discussion also touches on the impact of relationships on personal development and the importance of community support. Lacy provides astrological insights for each zodiac sign, encouraging listeners to find their voice and authenticity while navigating their journeys.   Chapters 00:00 Believing in Yourself Despite Doubts 02:25 Understanding Astrology as a Guide 06:08 Navigating New Beginnings with the New Moon 09:13 The Importance of Rising Signs in Astrology 11:45 Overcoming Perfectionism and Embracing Growth 14:11 The Role of Validation in Personal Growth 16:55 Trusting Yourself in the Face of Uncertainty 19:18 The Power of Self-Expression During Leo Season 21:51 The Journey of the Dissertation Process 24:39 Embracing Change and New Opportunities 27:36 The Impact of Relationships on Personal Growth 29:56 Astrological Insights for Each Zodiac Sign 32:23 Aries 33:49 Taurus 36:23 Gemini 39:23 Cancer 41:30 Leo 44:26 Virgo 47:04 Libra 51:06 Scorpio 54:30 Sagittarius 57:44 Capricorn 1:00:00 Aquarius 1:06:00 Pisces   Dissertation Information Qual Scholars Community: https://qual-scholars.circle.so/ 10 Pages In 2 Days Writing Retreat: https://qualscholars.com/10pages/ The Finish Your Dissertation Institute: https://qualscholars.com/theinstitute/  Qual Scholars Website: https://qualscholars.com/  Qual Scholars' Instagram: https://instagram.com/qual_scholars/

Energetic Health Institute Radio with Dr. H – We are led to believe that all of this digital innovation is a convenience meant to improve our lives and increase our productivity. Yet in actuality, it is a tool of fascinating distraction keeping us from the very things we hold dear. It is a thief silently and relentlessly stealing our privacy, autonomy, focus, discernment, and most importantly, our health...

Ed Larson Interview - Last Podcast on the Left *Note - this episode is raw and uncut, with no censorship. Listener discretion advised* We are thrilled to present this interview with Ed Larson, comedian and host of Last Podcast on the Left. Charlie truly could not contain his excitement! Ed Larson discusses his journey from being the biggest baby born in Florida (nearly 15 pounds) to becoming a comedian, starting with sketch comedy group Murder Fist in Tallahassee and eventually joining Last Podcast on the Left. He shares stories from his past including working as a cook for 16 years, dealing marijuana and getting arrested, and the infamous incident where he accidentally pulled an AK-47 on a pest control worker who entered his apartment. He also discusses his love for animals and charity work, including benefits for dog rescues and the Last Prisoner Project which helps people incarcerated for marijuana offenses, as well as his passion for horror films and the killer whale SeaWorld episodes he led on the podcast. Check out the Last Podcast on the Left here. Learn more about the Last Prisoner Project. Visit Ed's personal website here. Patreon⁠⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this series, Pastor James Z. Ransom is teaching the church why we must continue to encourage one another.The title of this series is "Encourage One Another"The INTENT for this series is that we understand how critical it is to encourage one another as we do the work of GodThe PURPOSE for this series is to remind us that we are not supposed to do God's work alone The GOAL for this series is to cultivate an atmosphere of encouragement that strengthens our hands for the work The OBJECTIVES for this series is to teach us:1. WHAT IT MEANS TO ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER2. WHY DO WE NEED ENCOURAGEMENT3. HOW DO WE ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER4. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE FAIL TO ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER5. WHAT ARE THE RESULTS OF ENCOURAGING ONE ANOTHER..............................................................................................................................NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://fthcmrva.org/salvationIf you don't have a good church home, you can! Click the button below and submit your information. We would love for you to make us your church home. We will reach out to you and welcome you as a member to our good Bible believing, Bible teaching church.https://fthcmrva.org/membershipABOUT FROM THE HEART CHURCH MINISTRIES OF RICHMONDWe are simply a bible-believing, bible teaching church where we preach and teach the uncompromised word of God. JOIN IN-PERSON OR ONLINE:Sunday Service – 10:30 a.m. EST​Wednesday Bible Study – 7:00 p.m. EST​Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.fthcmrva.org..............................................................................................................................FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram:   / fthcmrva   YouTube:    / @fthcmrva

Workaholics star Adam Devine details moving to California to pursue comedy, passing on UCLA, and enrolling in Orange Coast Community College after being inspired by the film “Orange County.” Devine reflects on watching standup as a child and explains why the comedians “who weren't that great” inspired him the most.

Believing the Biblical account of  creation makes senses raises questions in people's minds. Especially if you're like me -- a young earth creationist. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear my brief answers to common questions coming from evolutionists.If you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism experiences.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.CampusAmerica.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

"Often an actor will start a band once her or she is famous. However many actors start as musicians. Some saw great success. We have some surprising names this week."

Tonight's talk is titled, Pentecost: Repentance Required If you have your bibles, lets jump into our key text, turn to Acts 2:38

Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV) YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 710: King Me: Becoming the Hero in Your Story w/ Michael Thompson This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Sharing community with these amazing men is one of the most enjoyable things I do. - Jim Ramos https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)  

“I hope this works out…” You ever caught yourself saying that? Let's be real — most high-achievers work hard and prepare well. But deep down, they're still carrying doubt. And doubt under pressure? It'll bury you. That's why I had to get MLB All-Star, Shane Greene, on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. This dude didn't just pitch in the Big Leagues — he closed games on the biggest stages, for the game's most storied franchises. And he lived the mental fight: from underdog to All-Star from overthinking to locked in. From hoping to BELIEVING. This episode is for every leader, athlete, and executive who's tired of playing scared and is ready to show up ready for every fight they face. If that's you, lock into this episode. In this episode, you will hear: Why hope is NOT a strategy (and what to do instead) How to grade yourself under pressure — and stay confident no matter the outcome The secret to turning your greatest weakness into your edge The power of your words — and how they literally shape your brain and environment Key Quotes “Hope is not a strategy. If I'm on the roof and you ask if I'll catch you, and I say, ‘hopefully' — are you going to jump?” “If you believe, then there's no doubt. But if you're hoping, then you're doubting.” - Shane Greene “Baseball is probably the only sport in the world where you can do everything right and still lose.” - Shane Greene “Did I come to compete today? That's the most important thing.” - Shane Greene “Your words are changing your water — and you can also change the water around you with the words that you're speaking.” - Shane Greene Resources from this Episode All Social Media: @Sagreeney Shane's Book Recommendation: Hidden Messages of Water, by Masaru Emoto Connect with J.R.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid Website: jamesreid.com Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only) Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

We're thrilled to share our second official "Terrified Together," , where we welcomed Amanda and Cassidy from Drinking the Koolaid for some creepy listener submission stories. Our first tale comes from Reagan, who experienced something truly unsettling during a seventh-grade school trip to the notoriously haunted Savannah, Georgia. What started as an innocent exploration of a small cemetery near their log cabin accommodations took a dark turn. Our second story transported us to rural Texas in 2020, where Sabrina's routine drive home from babysitting her nephew became anything but ordinary. Strange lights pursued her car at impossible speeds, followed by a mysterious loss of time and unexplained physical symptoms. We wrapped up with Ben's lifelong encounters in Montana, beginning with childhood visits from what he called "The Stomp Dance girls" and escalating to shadow figures and mysterious dancing lights in his bedroom. Patreon⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Latinos Out Loud we hear from former LA Dodger Announcers and father-son duo, Jaime and Jorge Jarrín. Aside from calling the shots at Dodger Stadium, they are partnering with Los Defensores to launch the 2025 Scholarships to empower future leaders in law and journalism. DID YOU KNOW:   In California, although nearly 39% of the population is Latino, only a small fraction pursue careers in journalism (12%) or law (6%). 44% of first-generation Hispanics were the first in their families to attend college, compared to 22% of whites. Since retiring from his legendary 64-year career as the Los Angeles Dodgers' Spanish voice, Jaime Jarrín has poured his heart into the Jaime and Blanca Jarrín Foundation (JBJF), which he co-founded with his late wife, Blanca, and Los Defensores, JBJF's corporate fiscal partner, which provided the seed money to start the foundation.JBJF uplifts underserved LATINO students in California by awarding scholarships to those pursuing careers in law and journalism, fields that reflect Mr. Jarrín's belief in justice, truth, and storytelling. Believing in Youth, Investing in the Future — The Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Foundation and Los Defensores launched Scholarships to Empower Future Leaders in Law and Journalism  With close to $200,000 awarded since 2019, the foundation continues its mission to uplift underserved college students in Southern California  The foundation will accept applications from college students pursuing degrees in Law and Journalism. To apply for the JBJF Scholarship or request additional information, please visit: https://www.losdefensores.com/scholarship/ 

Believing in yourself is not hard when someone else can help you imagine who you might be. People who are simply kind, patient and tolerant have special powers in the lives of other people.Life lived is life learned. Every experience has facts, concepts and applications.  These arestories from the eclectic life of Lonnie Jones, Licensed ProfessionalCounselor, Minister, SWAT Team Chaplain, Outdoor Enthusiast and Quixotic Jedi.  To Support this podcast projectplease send gifts via Venmo @Lonnie-Jones-19 or use Cash App$Lonniejones3006.    Please follow us and share. Want lonnie to speak at yourevent?  Contact:  lonjones@bellsouth.net Check out YouTube for thelive eye view while the episode was being recorded.  Also look for archived lessons, Skits, and videosshowing/explaining some of the rope stuff we talk about.  YouTube.com/@LonnieJones Visit www.lonniejones.org  to find links tooriginal art, swag, 550guys and the following books:"Cognitive SpiritualDevelopment: A Christ Centered Approach to Spiritual Self Esteem";"Grappling With Life. Controlling Your Inside Space";"Pedagogue" The Youth Ministry Book by Lonnie Jones; "If I Werea Mouse" a children's story written and illustrated by Lonnie Jones;"The Selfish Rill, a story about a decision" A fantasy parableby Lonnie Jones.   T-shirts, stickers, prints and other art at www.teespring.com/stores/lonnie-jones-art https://lonnie-jones-art.creator-spring.com/listing/buy-podcast-swag?products=46  #www.worldchristian.org#tkminc2001@twlakes.net #www.hcu.edu #hpcitizensfoundation.orgFaulkner.edu/kgst  graduateenrollment@faulkner.edu    

Do you feel like you and your partner are on different pages in your healing journey? In this episode, Alana tackles the challenges faced when one partner believes they've done “enough” healing while the other still feels the relationship isn't whole. Listen to understand:The complexity and layers of the healing processThe importance of clear communication and setting boundariesHow to navigate moments of plateau in your or your partner's healing journeyComing Up!Revive and Thrive Women's Intensive - Join us for a transformative four-day somatic healing intensive for women carrying trauma and tension in their bodies. Experience gentle release through expert-guided breathwork, brainspotting, energy healing, and nature immersion as you reclaim your body. Intensive is Aug 26-29 in Spanish Fork, Utah. We don't want finances to get in the way of your healing. Scholarships and payment plans are available for all of our intensives. Learn more and see if you qualify.Believing in You - In this program Amie teaches you how to work WITH your brain instead of against it. Learn tools that will help you move forward to trust, love, empowerment, and finding joy once again.⁠⁠Watch us⁠ on YouTube.Follow us on our NEW Instagram: @choose_recovery_services⁠Schedule⁠ a complimentary consultation.Join our email list to be notified when new episodes air.More from Choose Recovery ServicesBeyond the Facade Podcast - Luke Gordon hosts a podcast geared toward helping men live authentically and in harmony with their values.Choose Healing - Weekly support group for women who have recently experienced betrayal. First four weeks are free!Road to Recovery Webinar - Join us on the second Sunday of each month for a FREE interactive discussion that explores tools and strategies to support individuals and couples navigating the challenges of recovery following betrayal.  Intensives - Accelerate your healing journey with one of our intensives, available year-round for individuals, couples, and professionals. Healing Hearts - This is for couples seeking healing after betrayal. It emphasizes the development of empathy, integrity, and authentic intimacy. Help. Her. Heal - This program is for men seeking to learn more about empathy, conflict resolution, and healthy communication. Beyond the Facade: Men's Healing Group - We help men move through the pains of addiction, relationship healing, managing emotions, and moving past shame. Choose Renewal - For women recovering from unwanted sexual behavior, whether it's a recurring challenge or a one-time incident. Betrayal Trauma Recovery Book Study Group - This group provides a safe space for women to discuss books about betrayal trauma, ask questions, and find community support. Resilient Teens - Ongoing support group for teens ages 15-18 whose parents have experienced betrayal in their marriage.Adult Children Uniting for Healing - Ongoing support group for adult children of parents who have experienced betrayal in their marriage.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Empowered Divorce Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Amie Woolsey for those who are leaning toward divorce.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dating From Within - Learn how to know if you are ready to date again and what a healthy relationship looks like. Should I Stay or Go? - Self-paced course designed to be a companion on your journey toward self-discovery and personal empowerment. 

147. A Repeat of Episode 43: Cashaye Barrera—An Episode Worth Hearing Again!   Sometimes life throws us a curve ball when we least expect it, and it changes the trajectory of the path we were on. That's what happened this week when a guest who was scheduled to record with me had some unexpected events thwart our scheduled appointment and we weren't able to record. So, I made the decision to do something I have yet to do on this podcast, and that is to repeat a past episode. It didn't take me anytime at all to decide which one: you are about to hear Episode 43 again: my adopted daughter, Cashaye Barrera. Cashaye's extreme courage and strength in telling her survivor story is evident and powerful, and I'm honored to be able to have you listen to this again. Please take the time to not only listen to this repeat episode, but also to re-read the notes I wrote for Episode 43: This week, I made a special request to my daughter, Cashaye Barrera, to be a guest with me on this show. I was pretty sure she would agree to do this…and she did. My confidence in her response was due in part to me knowing how passionate she is about getting justice for herself…in every legal, non-violent way possible. And because I know what a tenacious and strong personality she is when she's fighting for herself and for those she loves and cares for…like, her family. But mostly because she is passionate about helping others. Especially others that are suffering in ways she can relate to…like other victims and survivors of rape and sexual assault. Cashaye's sexual assault case wasn't taken seriously when it was reported to law enforcement. Even though she was able to present physical evidence that she was raped, the agency handling the case, along with the prosecutor's office, was much more interested in giving the benefit of the doubt to the suspect than to Cashaye; to believe his untruthful explanation for the existence of his semen on Cashaye's clothing, rather than her report of incestuous and forceful rape. This is, for the most part, across most of this country, sadly, standard operating procedure. Part of this standard, this common response among law enforcement and prosecutors, is the systemic disbelief of victims. And another huge component to the problem is blaming the victim. And while Cashaye is one of the fortunate ones that did not end up being arrested herself for false reporting, she was certainly not believed, and was told by law enforcement that she should listen to and obey the very person that raped her, and that person's wife  who knew the sexual assault was occurring, who were Cashaye's foster parents. Why is this process of disbelief, blaming, shaming, of victims, and the closure of rape and sexual assault cases without the perpetrators of these crimes being so much as confrontationally questioned about the report, let alone thoroughly investigated, so rampant, so systemic? Because…it's easier to not believe reports of sexual assault and rape than it is to believe these reports. It's easier because our human brains don't like to face the malevolence, the discomfort, the taboo, the ugliness, the messiness, the vulgarness…of rape. And because some men and women who investigate rape and sexual assault cases don't like the idea that what they do, sexually, in their own personal sex lives, could very well be construed as rape or sexual assault. It's easier to disbelieve victims; to blame victims; to shame victims, and to get them to recant their report. If you don't believe me, watch the independent film, Victim/Suspect, streaming on Netflix. Then read Cry Rape: The True Story of One Woman's Quest for Justice, by Bill Lueders. Then read Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town. And read Know My Name, by Chanel Miller Then read Dr. David Lisak's research on The Undetected Rapist. Then watch The Invisible War documentary about the prevalence of rape in the military by Kirby Dick, Amy Ziering, and Tanner King Barklow. Things need to change…big time. Be a part of that change: Start by Believing. An important side note: if you're finding value in these episodes, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating on your podcast platform. AND, please send me a note of support. I can't tell you how much your emails mean to me—they fuel my passion to keep this podcast going. Here's my email address:   Thank you to all of you who have reached out to me already!! Please keep those emails and texts coming…I truly look forward to hearing from you! On another note: I am a strong advocate and supporter of Survivor School (SS), founded and directed by CEO Arci Grey (another former guest on SASS). In fact, Arci has made me a consultant to SS as she maneuvers the intricacies of directing and managing the content and growth of her amazing organization. I encourage you to strongly consider becoming a member of SS, and as an affiliate would appreciate it, if you do decide to become a member, to use this link:    Thanks again for listening! As always, listed below are some additional important and meaningful websites I hope you'll take a look at and learn more about.    My email address: It's time to Normalize the Conversation.™  And please remember to Start by Believing…because we all know someone whose life has been impacted by rape or sexual assault. Thank you for tuning in.

Send us a textWelcome friends to this week's energy update! This week's themes:✨Not giving up✨Believing in Youreself✨Cultivating Empowerment & Confidence ✨Creating a New Reality ✨Equality in Relationships enjoy! Support the showSubscribe to gain Eclusive Podcast Episodes!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1233209/subscribeSubscribe for Monthly Healing Sessions:(readings, reiki, and channeling by audio recording) $35/CND/Monthhttps://www.paypal.com/webapps/billing/plans/subscribe?plan_id=P-5TT90551B8702813PNAGPFWA Distance Reiki Subscription: $25/CND/Month https://www.paypal.com/webapps/billing/plans/subscribe?plan_id=P-5TT90551B8702813PNAGPFWA Monthly Card Readings: $30/CND/Month (Voice note/email) https://www.paypal.com/webapps/billing/plans/subscribe?plan_id=P-36B97425XA7679412NAGPJGI Subscribe to My YoutTube Channel@RebeccaMeislContact Rebecca Rebeccameisl.comRebecca.meisl@hotmail.comInstagram & Tik Tok - @rebeccameisl

Knowing about God is one thing, but knowing God is another. Believing in Him is good, but believing Him is better. The difference between impersonal religion and vibrant faith is in how you experience the presence of God. Every Sunday in July at The Story, we will hear powerful testimonies from people whose lives have been transformed by spiritual encounters, and we'll learn how to make ourselves more available to God.

Summary In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley unpacks the biblical doctrine of sin and humanity's universal need for salvation. He begins by addressing how both the church and culture define “sin,” exposing the world's denial of sin and the believer's need to own it personally: “My sin is the problem.” Drawing on Paul's sweeping argument, Dr. Easley shows that all people—Jew and Gentile alike—are under the power of sin. No one seeks God. No one does good. We are condemned not just by our actions but by our very nature. Dr. Easley walks through Paul's Old Testament citations to demonstrate sin's pervasive reach: we sin against God, with our speech, and through our actions. Even religious privilege, like being entrusted with God's Word, doesn't give immunity from sin's reign. Ultimately, he reminds us that the law exposes our sin but cannot justify us. Only a perfect Savior—Jesus Christ—can rescue us. Takeaways Everyone is a sinner—no one is righteous. Sin isn't just what we do; it's our nature. The law reveals sin but cannot save. We can't stand before God on our own merit. Christ alone makes us righteous by His work. Believing culture's view of sin leads to deception. To read the book of Romans, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Does every psychic feel one-hundred percent confident that they're accurate all the time? Inspired by a post on the Mediums subreddit, Juan addresses his own journey with self-doubt.If you're interested in joining a free mediumship group session that will be recorded for the podcast, go to juanfranciscospirit.com/podcastgroup.Got thoughts? Send the show a text.

This month's Blind Ranking is all about mysterious Geoglyphs! The way this game works is we have to rank each geoglyph by how mysterious it sounds - without knowing what comes next! Patreon⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you exercise too much but can't stop, if rest days fill you with anxiety, if you've convinced yourself that constant movement equals worthiness—this episode is your permission slip to finally rest. Lindsey shares her personal journey from exercise addiction to freedom, revealing the powerful 4-letter word and method that saved her life: REST. You'll discover why your brain equates rest with laziness, learn the REST acronym that breaks the compulsive exercise cycle, and understand why rest isn't a reward for work—it's part of the recovery work itself. What You'll Learn ✨ Why exercise addiction is common in eating disorders (and how to recognize it) ✨ The false beliefs that keep you trapped in compulsive exercise patterns ✨ How "dedicated" becomes destructive (and when to be concerned) ✨ The REST method: A practical 4-step approach to breaking exercise addiction ✨ Why rest days anxiety is normal in recovery (and how to manage it) ✨ Biblical perspective on rest and recovery (Matthew 11:28) Exercise Addiction Warning Signs Do you recognize yourself in these patterns? Exercising every single day, multiple times per day Eating while standing to "burn more calories" Doing random exercises throughout the day (crunches, etc.) Believing rest makes you lazy or weak Feeling anxious or guilty about missing workouts Exercising even when injured or exhausted Viewing movement solely through a calorie-burning lens Isolating from friends/activities that involve sitting The REST Method Breakdown R - RELAX Surrender and give up control Pause, pray, stop, step away Let go of the bondage to constant movement Practice: Try stopping your workout 1 minute earlier each day E - EVALUATE Get in tune with your feelings and emotions Reframe emotions with facts Challenge thoughts: "Will I really 'blow up' if I don't go to the gym?" Ask: "Am I actually going to heal my disordered relationship with exercise?" S - SET AN INTENTION Define what your best self means to you Plan and pre-decide your actions Ask: "What's one thing I can do to step in her direction?" Focus on who you want to become, not what you want to avoid T - TAKE ACTION Put that step in motion and practice The hardest part: actually doing what you've been thinking about Don't wait for your eating disorder to give permission Remember: The action here IS resting Key Mindset Shifts Rest Isn't Laziness—It's Living "You aren't lazy, you're living. You're allowed rest." Rest Is Part of Recovery Work "Resting isn't a reward for work. It's part of the work. It's part of the recovery work." Your Body Needs Repair "If you don't rest, you can't repair. If you don't rest, you can't restore. If you don't rest, you can't reflect." Cultural Lies vs. Recovery Truth Culture says: Hustle and go, go, go Recovery truth: Two rest days in a row is exactly what you need to heal The Deeper Issue: Fear of Self Why Rest Feels Impossible Fear of sitting with yourself Not knowing who you are without constant motion Anxiety about having more time to think about food Fear of "losing control" around food when home longer The Weekend Challenge Weekends felt harder because more time at home More food available = more food thoughts Fear of "going off the rails" Solution: Learning to sit with discomfort Biblical Foundation for Rest Matthew 11:28: "Come to me, all you who feel weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." God himself rested after creation Rest is divinely designed, not humanly weak Weariness and burden are invitations to rest Rest is both physical and spiritual restoration Practical Steps to Implement This Week Start Small One Minute Method: Stop your workout 1 minute earlier each day Sitting Practice: Sit for 5 minutes without doing anything productive Weekend Rest: Allow yourself one full rest day this weekend Challenge the Thoughts When you think "I'm being lazy": Remind yourself "I'm healing" When you feel guilty: Remember "Rest is part of recovery work" When you fear weight gain: Focus on "My body needs repair" Find Your Rest Activities Rest isn't just napping—it's anything that makes your nervous system feel safe: Yoga or gentle stretching Meditation or prayer Reading for pleasure Warm baths Nature walks (for joy, not calorie burn) Professional Support Recommendations Lindsey emphasizes the importance of working with qualified professionals: Clinicians: For DBT therapy and emotion management Dietitians: For nutrition guidance during recovery Coaches: For lived experience and practical support "The best thing you can do is give yourself permission and work with someone who has lived experience." Recovery Encouragement You're Not Alone Exercise addiction is common in eating disorders Your struggle with rest is valid and normal Recovery is possible, even from severe exercise addiction Permission Granted You have permission to rest You deserve to discover who you are without constant motion Your worth isn't determined by calories burned The Promise "If I can have an addiction with exercise, if I can completely break the chains of that bondage, I know that's God's plan in your life too." Ready for Professional Support? If this episode resonated and you're ready to break free from exercise addiction, you don't have to do this alone. Next Steps: Email the team: info@lindseynichol.com Join the private community: www.herbestselfsociety.com  Fill out a client application: www.herbestself.co  Remember: You deserve freedom from the chains of compulsive exercise. Rest isn't your enemy—it's your healing. Share This Episode If this episode gave you permission to rest: ✨ Leave a review about your exercise addiction recovery journey ✨ Share with a friend who needs permission to rest ✨ Tag us on social with your rest day victories using #PermissionToRest "Grant yourself permission to rest this week. Grant yourself love and compassion and grace. The world is not gonna crumple and fall apart if you don't get in your exercise this week." Your rest day starts now. xo, lindsey Coach with Me -＞Client Application * While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

Seeing is believing. Or is it? Well, to hear the Apostle John tell it, it's the other way around. Believing is seeing. This truth is echoed throughout the Bible, but the Gospel of John places special emphasis on belief, as well as the Person in whom we should believe. John ultimately takes us to the deep end of theology and philosophy, and we dive into those waters next, as Ron moves ahead in his teaching series, “Route 66: The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible.” 

Mimic Cryptids and Creatures This week we discuss mimics - creatures that disguise themselves by imitating the voices and appearances of our loved ones. We explore the umbrella term of "mimic" and break down the various cryptids that fall under this category, from the familiar doppelgangers and skinwalkers to the lesser-known but equally disturbing Fleshgait and False Humans. These entities are said to lurk in forests, particularly around the Appalachian Mountains, using their supernatural abilities to lure unsuspecting victims by perfectly replicating the voices of family members and friends calling out from the darkness. We also share five creepy encounters from Reddit users who've experienced these deceptive creatures firsthand, including stories from Tennessee cabins, Minneapolis parks, and remote Montana wilderness. From hearing a sister's voice calling from outside while she sits right next to you, to a boyfriend's doppelganger appearing bedside with unnaturally wide eyes, these accounts are sure to give you some chills! Patreon⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Discord⁠ ⁠Shop Merch⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Episode Keywords: mimic cryptid, fleshgate creature, skinwalker encounters, doppelganger sightings, appalachian monsters, voice mimicking entities, paranormal encounters, cryptid stories, forest creatures, supernatural beings, changeling folklore, false humans, pale crawler, wendigo, believing the bizarre podcast, paranormal podcast, cryptid podcast, horror stories, real ghost stories, scary encounters, supernatural experiences, monster sightings, unexplained phenomena, cryptozoology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices