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Series: Signs & GloryTitle: “Can I Trust Jesus With Everything?”Scripture: John 6:1-21Psalm 41:1-4Bottom line: I can trust God with everything, even when in need, because he provides, he cares, and he is with us.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESOUTLINESQUESTIONS TO CONSIDER DISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDOpening prayer: Lord God, help us grow to be and do like Jesus, while abiding in him and leading others to do the same. INTRODUCTIONThe Tightrope Walker and the WheelbarrowIn the 19th century, a famous tightrope walker named Charles Blondin became famous for walking across Niagara Falls on a rope. Niagara Falls has three main waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. The entire width of Niagara Falls (including all three sections) is about 3,950 feet (1,204 meters), or roughly ¾ of a mile wide.It's height ranges from 90 to 181 feet high (9 to 18 stories)He performed the stunt multiple times, each time adding a new challenge—walking blindfolded, on stilts, even carrying a stove and cooking an omelet in the middle of the rope.One day, a huge crowd gathered to watch as he planned to push a wheelbarrow across the rope. Before starting, he asked the crowd, “Do you believe I can push this wheelbarrow across the falls?”The crowd cheered, “Yes! We believe!”Then Blondin pointed to a man in the front and asked, “Do you trust me enough to get in the wheelbarrow?”The man froze. Believing from the sidelines was easy. But trusting enough to get in? That was a different question.Can I trust Jesus with everything?It's one thing to say we believe Jesus can provide, protect, and lead us. But do we trust Him enough to truly depend on Him with everything? To put our whole lives in His hands?That's the question in John 6:1-21—the disciples and the crowd see Jesus' miracles, but will they truly trust Him? Will we?“Can I Trust Jesus With Everything?”Bottom line: I can trust God with everything, even when in need, because he provides, he cares, and he is with us.I. Answer: Yes, You Can Trust Jesus With Everything.Jesus provides abundantly (He cares) (John 6:1-15): Jesus doesn't just meet immediate needs—He provides more than enough.Jesus steps into our storms (He is with us) (John 6:16-21): He walks on the water to His disciples, showing He has control over the chaos we face.Jesus offers eternal life (He is able) (John 6:35): He's not just here to meet temporary needs; He's the Bread of Life, offering lasting satisfaction.II. Why Can I Trust Jesus? (He Cares & Provides because He is Able)He is the Provider (He cares)"The problem, of course, was how to meet the needs of such a vast crowd of people. Four solutions were proposed.First, the disciples suggested that Jesus send the people away..." (No, hungry people faint. Plus almost night.)Second, buy food. That's a lot of money. Remote place. Third, get people to share their food. Way too little.Fourth, trust the Lord to provide. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 309). Victor Books.In the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus shows He has the power to meet physical needs abundantly, even when resources seem scarce.Why trust Him? He is the One who provides for our needs, and He does so with more than enough.He is Present in Our Struggles (He is with us)Jesus meets His disciples in the middle of their storm, walking on water to reassure them.Why trust Him? He sees us, is present with us in our difficulties, and has the power to bring peace.He is the Source of Eternal Life (He is able)Jesus offers Himself as the Bread of Life, the one who satisfies our deepest spiritual hunger.Why trust Him? His provision goes beyond the temporary—He offers us eternal life.III. How Do I Trust Jesus?Offer What You Have (John 6:9) (Hint: Something & Everything)Like the boy with the loaves and fish, bring what little you have to Jesus and trust Him to multiply it for His purposes."The practical lesson is clear: whenever there is a need, give all that you have to Jesus and let Him do the rest. Begin with what you have, but be sure you give it all to Him." Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 309). Victor Books.What You Give to God, He MultipliesHattie May Wiatt, a six-year-old girl, lived near Grace Baptist Church in Philadelphia, USA. The Sunday school was very crowded. Russell H. Conwell, the minister, told her that one day they would have buildings big enough to allow everyone to attend. She said, ‘I hope you will. It is so crowded I am afraid to go there alone.' He replied, ‘When we get the money we will construct one large enough to get all the children in.' Two years later, in 1886, Hattie May died. After the funeral Hattie's mother gave the minister a little bag they had found under their daughter's pillow containing 57 cents in change that she had saved up. Alongside it was a note in her handwriting: ‘To help build bigger so that more children can go to Sunday school.' The minister changed all the money into pennies and offered each one for sale. He received $250 – and 54 of the cents were given back. The $250 was itself changed into pennies and sold by the newly formed ‘Wiatt Mite Society'. In this way, her 57 cents *kept on multiplying*. Twenty-six years later, in a talk entitled, ‘The history of the 57 cents', the minister explained the results of her 57-cent donation: a church with a membership of over 5,600 people, a hospital where tens of thousands of people had been treated, 80,000 young people going through university, 2,000 people going out to preach the gospel – all this happened ‘because Hattie May Wiatt invested her 57 cents'. The theme of multiplication runs throughout the Bible. What cannot be achieved by addition, God does by multiplication. You reap what you sow, only many times more. What you give to the Lord, he multiplies.How to trust Him? Give Jesus what you have, even if it seems small, and trust He can do more with it than you can imagine.If the only thing you have to offer is a broken heart, you offer a broken heart. So in a time of grief, the recognition that this is material for sacrifice has been a very great strength for me. Realizing that nothing I have, nothing I am will be refused on the part of Christ, I simply give it to him as the little boy gave Jesus his five loaves and two fishes — with the same feeling of the disciples when they said, "What is the good of that for such a crowd?"Naturally in almost anything I offer to Christ, my reaction would be, "What is the good of that?" The point is, the use he makes of it is none of my business; it is his business, it is his blessing. So this grief, this loss, this suffering, this pain — whatever it is, which at the moment is God's means of testing my faith and bringing me to the recognition of who he is —that is the thing I can offer.Do you have nothing to give? Then give that. Your nothing plus God is everything. We need to believe that God is big enough, that he wants to help us. Then we must give our problem to him. May we set aside our pride and give it all to him."Recognize His Presence in the Storm (John 6:19-20) (He is with you; Immanuel, God with us)Did Jesus know that a storm was coming? Of course. Then why did He deliberately send His friends into danger? Quite the opposite is true: He was rescuing them from greater danger, the danger of being swept along by a fanatical crowd. But there was another reason for that storm: the Lord has to balance our lives; otherwise we will become proud and then fall. The disciples had experienced great joy in being part of a thrilling miracle. Now they had to face a storm and learn to trust the Lord more. The feeding of the 5,000 was the lesson, but the storm was the examination after the lesson.Sometimes we are caught in a storm because we have disobeyed the Lord. Jonah is a good example. But sometimes the storm comes because we have obeyed the Lord. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 310). Victor Books.When life feels overwhelming, turn to Jesus. When the disciples invite Him into the boat, the storm calms.How to trust Him? In the midst of your struggles, look for Jesus and invite Him into your situation. Trust that He will bring peace.Conclusion:Bottom line: I can trust God with everything, even when in need, because he provides, he cares, and he is with us.Can I trust God with some things?I often use a stool to represent trusting God with everything. This is represented by me sitting on the stool with my full weight believing it will hold me up and not collapse in front of everyone with me on it.I sometimes trust God with travel. *puts car keys on the stool*I sometimes trust God with my health. *puts medicine/pills on the stool*I sometimes trust God with my marriage. *puts wedding ring on the stool*I sometimes trust God with my finances. *puts wallet on the stool*I sometimes trust God with my education. *puts class ring on the stool*But until I sit on the stool, my faith is only temporary and not saving faith because I'm not putting the full weight of my life on the stool. I'm not fully relying on God to carry me through life no matter what I'm going through.Can you trust Jesus with everything? Yes. Jesus is fully trustworthy because He provides abundantly, steps into your struggles, and offers eternal life. To trust Him, offer what you have, recognize His presence in your struggles, and receive His words of life.What about you?Has God warned you?Do you hear his warning? Peter puts it all in perspective in his first sermon:““Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.” When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”” Acts 2:36-39 NIVInvitationHow do we respond? Answer 2 questions:Take out a card or piece of paper right now. Write down the answer to these questions: What is God saying to me right now?What am I going to do about it? Write this down on a sheet of paper. What I hear you saying, Lord, is ___________________.[my name] is going to believe/do __________________________________________________ as a result.Finally, share this with your Home or Mission group this week when you gather as a testimony about what God is doing in your life. You don't have to get too specific to give him praise.Lord's Supper, 1 Cor 11:23-26 is good passage.Also, say something like, "Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again." (past, present, and future)PrayNOTES"Regard the weak"Psalm 41:1-4 shows us how God blesses those who "regard the weak" by blessing them. God blesses those who do this. David also gives us a one verse prayer asking God to forgive us for not regarding the weak as we should."I am, I am"“In all of these sayings, Jesus prefaced descriptions of His office by a strange combination of Greek words, ego eimi. The word ego in Greek means “I am.” We get the word ego from it. But the word eimi also means “I am.” If you put them together, ego eimi literally means “I am, I am,” as if one were stuttering”“In order to understand what Jesus was doing, we need to look at the Greek translation of the Old Testament, where we see that the ineffable name of God, Yahweh, was translated into the Greek language by this same strange construction, ego eimi, which can be translated “I AM WHO I AM” (Ex. 3:14). Therefore, almost every commentator recognizes that when Jesus said, “I am the door,” “I am the bread of life,” and other “I am” sayings, He was using the divine name for Himself.”“However, when scholars enumerate the “I am” sayings in the Gospel of John, they don't include Jesus' statement here: “It is I; do not be afraid.” I'm not sure why, because it's exactly the same structure, ego eimi. Jesus said to His disciples, “Don't be afraid. It is I AM WHO I AM.”Excerpts From John - An Expositional Commentary, R.C. SproulChrist carries his people“There's an illustration here. I don't want to be maudlin, but this is the way our lives are. This story is not a parable; it is a historical narrative. However, it certainly illustrates what happens when Jesus comes into our lives. Life is a time of pulling against the oars, against resistance, trying to get somewhere. However, we're not getting anywhere and we're about to be engulfed. But as soon as Jesus gets in the boat, we're home free. That's what happens when Christ comes into the lives of His people. He doesn't take away all difficulties and make our lives beds of ease, but He gets us through the darkness. He gets us through the violence. He carries us through the storm.”R.C. Sproul"Gave thanks"It is significant that twice John mentioned the fact that Jesus gave thanks (John 6:11, 23). Matthew, Mark, and Luke all state that Jesus looked up to heaven when He gave thanks. By that act, He reminded the hungry people that God is the source of all good and needful gifts. This is a good lesson for us: instead of complaining about what we do not have, we should give thanks to God for what we do have, and He will make it go fartherWiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 310). Victor Books.OUTLINESSee above.QUESTIONS TO CONSIDERWhat do I want them to know? Why do I want them to know it?What do I want them to do?Why do I want them to do it?How do they do this?DISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process: https://www.dbsguide.org/Read the passage together.Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really true, what should I do?What is God saying to you right now? (Write this down)What are you going to do about it? (Write this down)Who am I going to tell about this?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastAlternate Discussion Questions (by Jeff Vanderstelt): Based on this passage:Who is God?What has he done/is he doing/is he going to do?Who am I? (In light of 1 & 2)What do I do? (In light of who I am)How do I do it?Final Questions (Write this down)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?MAIN REFERENCES USED“John,” by R. Kent Hughes, Preaching the Word Commentary, Edited by Kent HughesExalting Jesus in John, by Matt Carter & Josh WredbergThe Gospels & Epistles of John, FF BruceJohn, RC SproulJohn, KöstenbergerThe Gospel According to John, DA CarsonThe Light Has Come, Leslie NewbiginThe Visual Word, Patrick Schreiner“Look at the Book” by John Piper (LATB)“The Bible Knowledge Commentary” by Walvoord, Zuck (BKC)“The Bible Exposition Commentary” by Warren Wiersbe (BEC)Outline Bible, D Willmington (OB)NIV Study Bible (NIVSB) https://www.biblica.com/resources/scholar-notes/niv-study-bible/Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT)ESV Study Bible (ESVSB) https://www.esv.orgThe Bible Project https://bibleproject.comNicky Gumbel bible reading plan app or via YouVersionClaude.aiChatGPT Google Gemini
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Over the weekend, a 12 year old boy lost his life after falling into the Provo River near Bridal Veil Falls. Dave and Debbie discuss the latest details and speak with Sergeant Spencer Cannon with the Utah County Sheriff's Office about the dangers of Bridal Veil Falls and if there is more concern with the danger in this area than previous years.
On this day in 1848, an ice jam in Lake Erie caused Niagara Falls to slow to a trickle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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(Segment 2, From 02.11.2023 Show) While sitting around a table for two in a candlelit room is certainly romantic and festive, exploring the beautiful outdoors which NC offers is an adventure also worth considering this Valentine's Day! And regardless of your relationship status, the destinations throughout the Old North State are endless in opportunity, well suited for singles, couples, groups, and anyone and everyone wanting to find something to do! Join the Outdoor Guys in discovering a variety of places to experience: from the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC to the Bridal Veil Falls waterfalls in DuPont State Forest to THE Blowing Rock in Blowing Rock, NC, and even on down to the coast (from where our next guest on today's show is from), we've got you covered for when you might ultimately search the next phrase on Google: "things to do on Valentine's Day near me" Enjoy!
Part of ice boom broke free in 2019; winding up near the brink of the Bridal Veil Falls
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This week, the Maiers return from a short get away in the Fraser valley. Topics include: eating dessert, Kari and Seb, more fires, Paisley Notebook, vacation planning, Bridal Veil Falls, Cultus Lake Water and Adventure Park, SOW, back to school shopping and dinner playlists. Reach Us: @kmaemaier @chrismaierbc @hwywhoney hwywhoney@gmail.com
There may be a false sense of confidence at a popular hike that's killing people. Another person fell to their death this weekend at Bridal Veil Falls SGT. Spencer Cannon joins the conversation to talk to Debbie and guest co-host Greg Skordas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So much history surrounds Niagara Falls it is near impossible to dive into: from initial exploration by white folk, exploitation of the falls and indigenous peoples, to the history of hydroelectric power, strange mortuary science experiments, and daredevils who have ridden down the falls in barrels (only some who have survived) – like the water over the crest, the history seemingly never ends. However, while Niagara Falls is heralded for its natural beauty, booming tourist trade, and rich history -- behind its bridal veil lies something sinister, brooding beneath the foam. Follow the Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimesandwitchdemeanors Submit your feedback or personal stories to crimesandwitchdemeanors@gmail.com Like The Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crimesandwitchdemeanors Episode Transcript: Available below the sources in the show notes Visit the website: https://www.crimesandwitchdemeanors.com Main podcast illustration by GiAnna Ligammari: https://gialigammari.wixsite.com/portfolio Sources: Cave of the Evil Spirit. (n.d.). Roadtrippers. Retrieved April 13, 2021, from https://maps.roadtrippers.com/us/lewiston-ny/points-of-interest/cave-of-the-evil-spirit Devil's Hole Cave—Niagara County, New York. (n.d.). Retrieved April 13, 2021, from http://falzguy.com/devils-hole-cave.html Goat Island (New York). (2021). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Goat_Island_(New_York)&oldid=1004636526 Luna Island. (2020). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Luna_Island&oldid=953221872 May 12, R. 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Retrieved April 14, 2021, from https://oakwoodniagara.org/kratts-korner/2012/3/15/the-cementation-of-the-dead-the-story-of-theodore-graves-hul.html Three Sisters Islands (New York). (2020). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Three_Sisters_Islands_(New_York)&oldid=956552156 TRANSCRIPT: Hello, hello, hello! Long time no see, you may have thought I became a ghost myself! My name is Joshua Spellman, and I'm your – very much alive – at least on the outside– host of Crimes & Witch-Demeanors. The podcast where we get to the good old fashioned truth behind our favorite ghostly haunts using archival and historic resources. Maybe you care where I've been. Maybe you were even happy to hear me go. Long story short – I was creatively and emotionally burnt out. I was pouring myself into this podcast, my drag, sewing garments, and cultivating my TikTok…and with things going on in my personal life I just crashed. I stopped doing everything. Had some health stuff to worry about but I digress! We're here. We're back. I'm going to do my best to stay motivated and on top of things, but this pod is a lot of work! Today's podcast episode is something new. And something I'm excited about. I don't want to give too much away… but we're going to investigate the satanic underpinnings of a famous worldwide attraction and city, that just so happens to be in my back yard: Niagara Falls. And also, one of my favorite hiking spots at the aptly named Devil's Hole. But be sure to stick around for the truth, as always it is much more interesting than the myth. So, for lack of a better word: let's dive right in. Niagara Falls – one of the seven wonders of the natural world, is a group of three waterfalls (the bridal veil falls, horseshoe falls, and American falls, respectively) that spans the border between the Canadian province of Ontario and the state of New York. Located on the Niagara River, which drains into both Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, the combined Niagara Falls has the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America. More than 168,00 square meters, or six million cubic feet, of water goes over the crest every minute. So much history surrounds Niagara Falls it is near impossible to dive into: from initial exploration by white folk, exploitation of the falls and indigenous peoples, to the history of hydroelectric power, mortuary science experiments, and daredevils who have ridden down the falls in barrels (only some who have survived) –it seemingly never ends. However, while Niagara Falls is heralded for its natural beauty, booming tourist trade, and rich history -- behind its bridal veil lies something sinister, brooding beneath the foam. At first glance, it seems innocent enough – if you discount historic atrocities to its indigenous inhabitants – but as you peer a little closer a pattern emerges. Perhaps most glaringly, is Devil's Hole state park. Named as such for…no discernable reason. It is a park that overlooks and descends into the Niagara river gorge, a 6.8 mile long canyon with cliffs as high as 1200 feet, carved by the Niagara River. The hiking in this particular area can become quite hazardous. In fact, the current of the Niagara River in the gorge is one of the most powerful river currents in the world: which, unsurprisingly has taken many lives. Perhaps this is where its hellish name originates. Perhaps it is partially due to the famed cave halfway down the steep escarpment: the Cave of the Evil Spirit. While not a clever name, it sums up its origin quite well. Long ago, the Great Spirit who created man, sealed away the Evil Spirit within the walls of the Niagara Gorge. However, over time as man turned evil and began waging wars, the walls of the gorge began to split. Eventually, the cave opened and the Evil Spirit was once again free, cursing all those who entered the cave. Famously, the explorer Robert Cavalier de LaSalle ignored the warnings of his Seneca guide. Upon entering deep into the cave he heard a voice tell him "Return" said the voice, "to your home in Canada, and wealth, honors, a long life and usefulness will be yours, and when death comes, generations of your descendants shall follow you to your grave, and history shall transmit your name to prosperity as the successful founder of a great empire. Proceed to the West, and although gleams of hope may, at times, shine in your path, in gratitude and disappointment will be sure to meet and follow you, until a treacherous murder shall end your days remote from human habitation, without the shelter of even a wigwam of a friendly red man. The Eagles of the desert shall strip the flesh from your bones, which shall lay bleaching under the tropical sun, unburied and unprotected by the cross you now so devotedly cherish." LaSalle foolishly disregarded the warning of the Evil Spirit. LaSalle's fortune eventually dwindled and he became poor and desolate. In a last-ditch effort to regain his wealth and fame, he decided to go out west to Louisiana to begin a colony – doing exactly what the spirit warned him against. Even LaSalle's precious crucifix of his Christian god could not save him from the curse of the Evil Spirit. LaSalle was eventually murdered by his own men and left to rot in the woods near the Mississippi river. But the city's connection to the crowned prince of hell and malevolent spirits do not end at the mouth of the Niagara Gorge, instead we must look to the Niagara rapids at the top of the falls and turn our attention to five innocuous islands. Bisecting the Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls is an island known as Goat Island. It is the location of the famed Terrapin point observation area and is large enough that it carries not only pedestrian traffic, but car and trackless train traffic as well. Goat Island is largely wooded with many nature trails. The island also provides access to the Cave of the Winds tour, which takes you down the escarpment to the foot of the falls. Just off the southern shoreline of Goat Island are the Three Sisters Islands. These small islands provide an excellent view of the upper rapids. They are connected by a series of bridges and consist solely of nature trails. Biologically speaking they are fascinating: each sports a variety of microhabitats and possess its own unique floristic character. However as is the nature of…well, nature, it is not all pretty petals. It is easy to access the raging rapids from these islands, which spell certain death for those unlucky enough to be swept into the current and hurled over the falls…that is if the large boulders hiding in the cataracts or the undertow don't do you in first. The Three Sisters islands were home to mysterious rituals before European settlers came to the area. Iroquois shamans would offer sacrifices and gifts to the spirit that dwells inside the mist shrouded cave at the base of the falls. Mediums and psychics who visit these islands in modern times can hear the voices and screams of spirits long gone. Lastly, there is Luna island. Which, like, Goat island, bisects two of the falls but unlike its larger counterpart it is situated between the American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls. Aside from sacrifices – you may be asking – how are these satanic? Let's take a closer look at the names. Devil's hole is quite obvious in its own right. And while innocuous at first glance you may now realize…Goat Island. The goat has long been a symbol of the horned demon Lucifer. Luna island. The moon. Where dark rituals take place beneath. And, the most insidious of these names: Bridal Veil Falls and the Three Sisters. It's subtle, but for those who know satanic lore, the Devil married Three Sisters. Niagara Falls has always been a nexus of spiritual and physical power: as evidenced by its hydroelectric powerplants and numerous malevolent hauntings and the spirits that Native tribes worshipped and feared. The city was erected and planned around these power sources, built to exploit them and harness them. Niagara Falls was created in the same fashion as Washington D.C. Both hiding occult symbols in their streets and place names, used to exploit the negative energies they draw forth, and route them to areas of their choosing. Next time you visit the falls, remember to hold that crucifix tight. Or don't…it didn't quite help LaSalle…did it? Wow, it's so crazy this isn't talked about more! All these satanic connections…that…I just made up? Yeah. I made it up. Kind of? All the place names are real but they're not satanic in origin. With all the crazy conspiracy theories flying around I wanted to illustrate how easy it is to draw lines between seemingly unconnected things and create a new narrative. To be clear: to my knowledge no one has drawn up these satanic connections before me. I did it while researching something else entirely and was like “wow these names really all have a connection to the devil” until I learned the real origins of these place names. The three sisters, goat island, luna island, the bridal veil falls, and devil's hole are all very real names. But they don't have any connections to satanism or the occult. But what they do have are really interesting and unique histories. Devil's hole and the Niagara gorge are two of my favorite places in the world. I have spent countless hours alone on those treacherous trails. The trails can be narrow and precarious, made from silty, crumbling rock, overhead you have the risk of huge boulders falling down, and directly below you is one of the most powerful river currents in the world. Of course my favorite time to go is when it's raining…which is pretty reckless. Probably the only reckless thing I like participating in willingly. But I do love it. I have a deep personal and spiritual connection to the area and learning it's history has definitely made me appreciate it even more. Sadly, people do die there. I know one individual personally who has. As with many things in nature it's to be both revered and feared. Nature has many sides, and sadly nature can also destroy. That being said let's talk about the history of Devil's Hole itself and the state park named after it. Devil's Hole The area surrounding Devil's Hole has a lengthy indigenous history long before white settlers came into the area. Devil's Hole received its name from either the story told earlier of the Evil Spirit or from the area's inhabitation by the Neuter Nation. When white settlers first appeared in the area the area was mainly inhabited by what the French called the Neuter Nation of Indians. It was used as a hiding place during times of war or conflict, and in order to keep their hiding place secret they would kill anyone who entered the gorge. These people would never return to tell of the location and this is possibly the root of the tale of the Evil Spirit. However, the same friend/medium that saw the Red Lady at my old house before I ever talked about her, which I still haven't told this story to y'all, came on a hike with me to Devil's Hole State Park. He was not from the area at all, not even from the region of the state, but he did mention he sensed a very old, angry spirit in the area. I didn't think anything of it…but now knowing of the Evil Spirit, I can't help but wonder…but again, I digress. What made Devil's Hole such a great hiding spot was not only that it is set in the cliff face but a rock, known as ambush rock was positioned perfectly above the cave that nothing could be shot down into it. The area is prone to rockslides…or boulder slides really, it's made of of massive limestone boulders. You would honestly be amazed by how large they are…but I digress. Ambush rock was removed for safety reasons, though a rock fall in the 1990's left a similar rock, albeit much, much smaller, at the entrance to the cave. According to an old brochure for the area published in 1890, at the top of the park, before you begin your descent into the gorge there is a large boulder, one of many, known as Council Rock. It was shaped like an arrow, but centuries of weathering slowly changed its shape, and it is now believed to have been removed since the brochure is over 120 years old. Council rock was a meeting place where yearly councils of Native people would take place. Others claim that it was a “worshipping stone” that was connected with indigenous “religion”. Legend has it that due to the way the Seneca Chiefs would stand on the rock during meetings, with one hand on the rock, that anyone who touches the rock can drive the devil away for a year. Of course, this narrative comes from white folk. Also just a great time to remind everyone that indigenous people are still around. They are not bygone people of history! History likes to act like they are ancient, mysterious, and extinct. The Seneca Nation still has a strong presence in the area, so it is possible that stories of council rock still exis within their traditions and oral histories. There was a massacre known as the Devil's Hole massacre that occurred on September 14, 1763 during the 7 Year's War, also known as the French & Indian War. A supply train of 350 British soldiers that were making their way from Fort Niagara to Fort Schlosser stopped to rest for dinner on a large flat rock near Devil's Hole. While enjoying their supper they were attacked by a group of Senecas. There was a massive loss of life, and those not killed directly by the ambush jumped off the precipice to have a chance at survival. But those that did so, if they survived the steep jump, did not survive much longer as the Senecas sent the wagons, baggage, and horses of the supply chain off the edge, crushing and killing those that remained. There were only two survivors. Sadly, modern day Devil's Hole cave bears no resemblance to what it once was. It is covered in graffiti and often littered with trash as it has become a favourite place for wayward teenagers to party. There is a large cave at the bottom of the gorge that many people think is Devil's Hole cave…but it's not. In fact there are many caves in the area, some of which aren't true caves but just massive boulders that have fallen on top of one another. To find the real Devil's Hole cave you have to make your way partially down the gorge precipice and veer off to a path that backtracks partially back up the cliff. The cave is made up of DeCew Dolostone, a fine crystalline dolostone that is dark grey in color. The cave's entrance is 10 feet wide and 8 feet high. The initial passage of the cave is at a gentle incline, and after making your way about 12 feet into the cave the ceiling is only 4 feet high. However, if you continue onward the ceiling will reach a height of 9 feet. At this point one will find a manmade wall, beyond which there is a drop in floor level of about three feet. Beyond the wall the 6 foot tall passage continues at a very narrow width of 6 inches. It continues for about 10 feet before veering off to the east where you lose sight of its path. There was once a mineral spring in the cave but it seems to have since dried up, much like the now defunct stream known as Bloody Run. And that's the short and long on Devil's Hole! Not demonic, but definitely a hole. What? Chile, anyway. Now, back to the city of Niagara Falls. There are so many actual haunted locations in Niagara Falls which you may have seen on television like the Red Coach Inn that I could cover another time if you'd like – just let me know! But I do need to set the record straight on Goat and the Three Sisters Islands. Especially with the bridal veil falls my fake conspiracy makes so much sense, but no, the Three Sister Islands did not get their name from the three brides of Satan. Instead, they are named after the daughters of General Parkhurst Whitney: Celinda, Angelina, and Asenath Whitney. Although…that does sound demonic. Asenath Metrione Zinthos? Azarath Metrione Zinthos? No? Okay, I need to bury that one just like the three sisters are in the famous Oakwood Cemetery. Well, maybe infamous as it is the only place in the world where individuals are interred using a unique form of corpse preservation known as cementation. Essentially bodies were encased in cement for years, and the “watery portions” of the body would be absorbed, leaving behind a well preserved body along with a perfect cast of the original corpse. The story behind this is fascinating and the inventor (and I'm not joking here), Judge Theodore Graves Hulett was quite the kook. But I digress! Offerings were presented at this island by the Iroquois, that is true. But no sacrifice or anything sinister was involved. More along the lines of gifts and presents. Goat Island! Not demonic, though a part of H.G. Well's 1908 novel The War in the Air is set on Goat Island. During the novel the United States is iinvaded by Imperial Germany and the protagonist is left stranded on the island with two German soldiers and must fight for survival. Exciting stuff…but sadly, the origin of its name is much less exciting. Goat Island is named such because John Stedman, who was an earlier pioneer, kept a heard of goats on the island. SO…yeah…very descriptive, very literal. The island officially obtained the name in 1780 when he returned after a terrible winter to find all but one of his goats dead. And if you know anything about Western New York winters…wow. I…yeah. Niagara Falls can literally freeze in place, that's how cold it can get. Other than the fact there is a very cool Nikola Tesla monument on the island gifted by the government of Yugoslavia, it's rather unremarkable. I do have rather flamboyant picture of myself in Daddy Tesla's lap, as I call him, from a few years ago when I scaled the statue. Shh. It didn't happen. 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Frank Wimberley is THE person to know when it comes to mountain biking in and around Heber Springs, Arkansas. Frank walks shares about the biking history and rapidly growing biking scene in and around Heber Springs. Add Heber to your list of places to ride and be sure to save some time for water sports, Bridal Veil Falls, and climbing Sugarloaf Mountain (both of them!).
Panelists Robert Gehrke, Enid Mickelsen, Brian King, Erin Preston and MIchael Jolley discuss the hybrid-virtual session, Biden's inauguration, death threats surrounding Trump's second impeachment, U of U and Utah State presidents, HCQ fraud, and a potential Bridal Veil Falls state monument
Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown - Monday, January 11, 20214:20 pm: Kevin D. Williamson of National Review joins Rod to discuss his recent piece about the task ahead for conservatives in the Biden age4:35 pm: Local attorney and Deseret News contributor Michael Erickson joins the show to discuss why he would urge people to trust our nation’s institutions even if they don’t trust the election system6:05 pm: State Representative Keven Stratton joins Rod to discuss his proposal that would protect Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon by designating it a state monument6:20 pm: David Marcus, New York Correspondent for The Federalist, joins the show to discuss why he is calling Twitter the enemy of the people6:35 pm: Helen Andrews, Author and Senior Editor at the American Conservative joins the show to discuss her new book “Boomers: The Men and Women Who Promised Freedom and Delivered Disaster”
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The Utah County commission will be meeting today to discuss the future of Bridal Veil Falls. A developer wants to put a treatment center at the top of the falls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown - Thursday, December 3, 20204:20 pm: Attorney Ethan Blevins of the Pacific Legal Foundation joins the show for a conversation about his recent Salt Lake Tribune piece taking Governor Gary Herbert to task for limiting social and business activity in Utah through emergency declarations without legislative input4:35 pm: Utah Speaker of the House Brad Wilson joins Rod for a conversation about how lawmakers are looking to balance the powers of the Governor with those of the legislature when it comes to making emergency declarations5:05 pm: Jennifer Graham of the Deseret News joins Rod to discuss what the 2020 Election revealed about conservatism in America6:05 pm: Bruce Hough, who represents Utah in the GOP National Committee, wants to co-chair the committee and he joins Rod to discuss why he’s become a candidate for that position6:20 pm: Steve Moore, Chief Economist of the Heritage Foundation, joins Rod for their weekly conversation about politics and the nation’s economy6:35 pm: Utah County Commissioner Bill Lee joins Rod to discuss the controversy surrounding the proposed construction of a rehabilitation center near the top of Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon6:50 pm: Charles Lehman of the Washington Free Beacon joins the show to discuss how “consultants” are cashing in on high school curriculum changes to become more sensitive to race in lesson plans
A developer wants to build a drug rehabilitation center at the top of Bridal Veil Falls with tram access to get to the top. Utah County Commissioner Bill Lee wants to go forward with the plan -- but the other two commissioners want to preserve the falls. Commissioner Tanner Ainge joins the program to discuss his opposition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The little city of Niagara Falls hardley needs and introduction a picturesque city nestled beside two of natures greatest sights, the American Fall and Bridal Veil Falls. Not everything in Niagara Falls New York is postcard worthy. In 1978 a neighborhood called Love Canal would make national news as it was declared a national emergency. However the story of Love Canal started way before 1978.WikiPedia article about Niagara Falls, New YorkWikiPedia article about Love Canallaphamsquarterly.org/roundtable/making-love-canaltheatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1979/12/love-canal-and-the-poisoning-of-america/376297/buffalonews.com/news/local/history/a-history-of-the-love-canal-disaster-1893-to-1998/article_5df93af9-e5fe-5ae4-be74-efed7dbf43ed.htmlbuffalonews.com/news/local/love-canal-today-we-know-whats-in-our-backyard/article_6bb60ea0-f554-5040-9249-37be22294c3d.htmlyoutu.be/FSVzUTSzwrEnypost.com/2013/11/02/love-canal-still-oozing-poison-35-years-later/The town of Delcambre is nestled on the borders of Iberia and Vermillion parishes. The town is at the head of the Delcambre Canal which leads from fomr Lake Peigneur to the Gulf of Mexico. It was on Lake Peigneur in 1980 that one of the most jaw-dropping engineering disasters happened.YouTube video (p_iZr2-Coqc)WikiPedia article about Delcambre, LouisianaWikiPedia article about Lake Peigneurgizmodo.com/thirty-years-ago-a-louisiana-lake-turned-into-a-swirli-5695711news.google.com/newspapersusminedisasters.miningquiz.com/saxsewell/lake_peigneur.htm999ktdy.com/meet-mr-menard-he-survived-the-lake-peigneur-disaster/motherjones.com/environment/2013/08/sinkhole-swallowed-11-barges/theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/article_3791b4fb-e999-5df0-ba7a-ab96b6643505.htmliberianet.com/news/continue-to-oppose-agl-bid/article_1a108ea8-b3da-11e1-83ca-001a4bcf887a.htmlLocal Headlinesthisweeknews.com/news/20200901/delaware-river-cleanup-brings-close-encounter-with-mysterious-metal-saucerrnz.co.nz/news/national/424807/new-zealand-tasmanian-tiger-pelt-provides-dna-of-extinct-marsupialcoasttocoastam.com/article/watch-shadow-creature-filmed-in-maine/You can follow the show on Twitter or Facebook @stscast, or on Instagram@stscast.gramCheck out Patreon at, https://www.patreon.com/STScastThis week's featured podcast is Nothing Ever Happens in Canada Be sure to check out Straight Up Strange Productions for more great pods!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/Small-Town-Secrets. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Don't go chasing waterfalls but if you need something to do during quarantine...then by all means chase this one. This week Sarah goes into the history of Provo Canyon's beloved and beautiful Bridal Veil Falls including the legend that we didn't know existed.
In 2018, Kyle and Brent Pease completed an amazing accomplishment, becoming the first brother duo to complete the Hawaii Ironman. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a child, Kyle Pease had grown up supporting his athlete brothers Brent and Evan from the sidelines. While his condition limited his ability to play sports, it didn’t dampen Kyle’s passion for them, nor did it stop the Pease family from including Kyle in various excursions. From rolling his wheelchair up Bridal Veil Falls in Yosemite National Park to zipping down Colorado snow slopes, there was never a dull moment with the Pease brothers. Where there was a wheel, there was a way to adventure. Upon witnessing Brent complete his first IRONMAN competition, Kyle asked Brent a life-changing question: “Can people in wheelchairs do IRONMAN?” Brent never hesitated with his response. I watched these two brothers cross the line in Kona last year and while I was emotionally touched and astounded by their achievement, I hadn’t really contemplated exactly what sort of challenges they face during any triathlon, let alone an Ironman in Hawaii. If you listen closely you might hear my voice break up a little at the end and I think it’s hard not to be a bit emotional when you listen to this conversation. This truly was one of the most rewarding and insightful podcasts I have done to date. We talked about a lot of things, including: How Kyle had to tell twin brother Evan that he was “holding them back” Swimming the 3.8k Ironman Hawaii course in 1:07 towing a small dinghy with your brother inside Just how much power do you need to pedal a bike that weighs 180kg (Bike + Brent + Kyle) How Kyle keeps Brent focussed during the bike and run Why Kyle need to focus on nutrition during an Ironman just as much as Brent The emotion of crossing the Kona finish line Writing a book and having to wait until you race Kona to get it finished To find out more about these two amazing brothers please visit the website for the Kyle Pease Foundation Read about their incredible life story in their new book “Beyond The Finish” ** When you buy a copy all of the money goes to the foundation. Please support this very worthy cause. To find out more about Simon’s coaching please visit his website here. To follow Simon on Facebook, click here. For more information please go to www.SimonWardTriathlonCoach.com, or www.TheTriathlonCoach.com, or email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
We literally take a hike, as we explore the legends associated with Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon.
On this "Jon Carter Classic" Mr. Twister decides to give ice climbing a try with his friend and seasoned climber, Keifer Kursewell. With Oat Bran & Wheat Germ fueling the fire at Bridal Veil Falls, Keifer leaves Twister dangling in the wind 6 feet too high off the ground...at least for Twister! But being cautious pays off as Keifer "The Courageous" gets caught in a pickle which leads to being lassoed & eventually drenched in The Provo River courtesy of "The Great Utah Outdoors Man"! Plus, Elders Bush & Berry are dealing with the snow and some adjustments needing to be made without their trusty 10 speeds including; "Fetchin' Wet Wing Tips", Dodging Sprayed "Scrud-Slush" from Sedans and the biggest challenge of them all, getting away from those "Flippin' Mean Dogs" around the corner! "Mr. Twister & The Elders" from "Jon Carter's Archives" and Utah's Classic 103.5 The Arrow!
If you've ever wondered why we're here, where we come from, where we go when we die, or will we ever see our loved ones again, then do we have the show for you! Today I'll be speaking with Matthew Mckay, PhD, a truly linear, left brained, science kind-of guy, until he lost his son, about his new book Seeking Jordan: How I learned the Truth about Death and the Invisible Universe. And so today, we'll talk about death, or where people go, but also about life, why we're here, what's it all about, and do are loved ones really go away when they die, or are they still here, supporting us, and gently waiting for us to reach out. That plus we'll talk about, mediums, past-life regressions, the trail to Bridal Veil Falls, train rides cross Utah, bridging science and spirituality, and a stuffie rabbit named Wilzorf. Questions and Topics Include: What was Matthew's son Jordan like growing up? What was he like the last time Matthew saw him? What happened to Jordan What was happening after he was murdered. How he ended up going to see Allen Botkin, a VA psychologist How Allen Botkin uses EMDR How he went on a journey to try and find Jordan What miraculously occurred with Allen Botkin How did handle the doubt in the process? Why doubt and seeking go hand-in-hand What is automatic writing and how did Matthew use this with Jordan How he began communicating with Jordan What are the first questions he asked How his technique to communicate with him improved What does it mean to look for signs? What does “the practice of love keep the circle” mean and what is “the circle”? Who is Michael Newton (author of Journey of Souls) What is a past-life regression? What is a soul group? What it means to be in the same soul group as someone else? Why we essentially come here for pain. How much of our soul plan purpose predestined How much is fate and how much is free will What do we come here to do? How much of your life is fate, and how much can we change our path? What does ‘cause and effect' really mean What is a soul review and a council of elders Are we being judged (is life a pass / fail or heaven / hell) What is the akashic records? What does it mean we come here for pain in order to learn? If this is just a school, why does it matter what we do here? What is karma? Why isn't karma what we think it is? How do we begin to connect with our deceased loved ones? Who is Austyn Wells and how did she help Matthew's wife Jude What would he share to parents who have lost a child What would Jordan want to tell us if he was there Where to find out more: seekingjordan.com A guided meditation from Jordan (that Matthew's never shared with others before) Matthew McKay PhD Shares Lessons Learned About Life, Death, Karma, Fate, Destiny & The Afterlife From His Channeled Son + How to Communicate With Those Who've Passed On! + Guided Meditation | Spiritual | Spirituality | Inspiration | Self-Help | Inspire For more info visit: www.InspireNationShow.com
ORIGINAL AIRDATE: February 9th, 1987 --- MacGyver must rescue a treasure hunter and her sunken prize from modern day pirates. MISSION: A treasure hunter is robbed at sea and MacGyver is enlisted to bring the murderous pirates to justice. This week's highlights include: Goat Island (Geography) Goat Island (previously called Iris Island) is a small island in the Niagara River, located in the middle of Niagara Falls between the Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. The island is at the southwest corner of the City of Niagara Falls (and of Niagara County), New York, in the United States and is part of Niagara Falls State Park. Check out the article on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goat_Island_(New_York) Watch S2E15: "Pirates" on CBS's website or check the alternative streamability of this episode here.
It's time for Celtic Valentine's Day in show #195 featuring the Best indie Irish Celtic music from Arlene Faith, Erin's Guild, The Tea Merchants, Marc Gunn, Anne Roos, Three Mile Stone, Claire Roche, Slan, 3 Pints Gone, McFlooseys, Mithril, Whiskey Sunday, Culann's Hounds, Scooter Muse, The Gothard Sisters. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. The 2015 trip is now full. You can help us decide where we will invade in 2016. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com Notes: - Your guide to the Best indie Celtic music online - Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ - I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Post a comment on our Facebook fan page or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. - Celtic Interviews. New podcast featuring Jamie Haeuser and How America Saved Irish Music. More shows are coming. If you're a Celtic musician and would like to do an interview, drop me a line. - Birmingham St. Patrick's Day Festival - St. Patrick's Day Songs for Kids - Last year's Celtic Love show on the podcast, and more Celtic Valentine's Day music. Don't miss a new Celtic love CD. This Week in Celtic Music 0:30 "Bridal Veil Falls" by Arlene Faith from Luna Wings 5:31 "Eyes of Clover" by Erin's Guild from Broken Man 9:40 "Kitty's Wedding" by The Tea Merchants from One Lump or Two? 14:21 "The Bridge" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Love 18:22 "Manx Courting Song" by Anne Roos from Haste to the Wedding 21:03 "Heather on the Moor" by Three Mile Stone from Three Mile Stone 25:15 "The Rose of Tralee" by Claire Roche from The Lilt of the Banshee 28:15 "Si Beag Si Mor/Sally Gardens" by Slan from Footprints 31:21 "Are Ye Sleepin' Maggie" by 3 Pints Gone from It's About Bloody Time 34:49 "Carrickfergus" by McFlooseys from One Night in Dublin 40:47 "Dunmore Lasses/Castle Kelly" by Mithril from The Return Home 45:24 "Wedding Ring" by Whiskey Sunday from Holy Water 47:58 "Plican Inn: The Wedding Reel/The Bag of Spuds" by Culann's Hounds from Year of the Dog 52:00 "The Broom of the Cowdenknowes" by Scooter Muse from Saddell Abbey 56:18 "Purple Flower" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Love 1:01:11 "The Whistling Gypsy Rover" by The Gothard Sisters from Compass Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at CD Baby, Amazon, or iTunes, you support the artists AND the podcast. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to CelticMusicPodcast.com where you can also join our mailing list. You can post feedback in the shownotes, on social media use the hashtag #CelticMusic, or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.