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The term “faith” in our English Bibles could often better be translated as allegiance—or so argues Matthew Bates. The term “allegiance” better captures both the authentic relational import of faith and its relationship to the royal gospel of Jesus, who is Christ the King. Taking seriously both the nature of the Gospel as a proclamation of kingship, and faith as a response of trusting loyalty, is a step toward the Christian unity for which Jesus prays.Matthew W. Bates (PhD, Notre Dame) is Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary with expertise on the gospel and salvation.Matthew Bates' books on salvation themes:Salvation by Allegiance Alone (2017) Gospel Allegiance (2019) The Gospel Precisely (2021) Why the Gospel (2023) Beyond the Salvation Wars (2025) Also referenced: Caesar and the Sacrament by Alan Streett This is the 272nd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought.Sign-up for our monthly email newsletter which contains new and featured content!Join us on Patreon or become a website partner to enjoy bonus content!Visit our YouTube channel or connect on Facebook.Read essays from our blog or listen to them on our podcast, Essays for King JesusSubscribe on your podcast provider of choiceSupport us or learn more at anabaptistperspectives.org.The views expressed by our guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Anabaptist Perspectives or Wellspring Mennonite Church.

Britt and Chris dive into meme culture, Effie's patriotic speech, Caesar's palate cleansers, and Lou Lou's hissing accusations. They also think about the POVs of Effie joining the District 12 team and Marrilee watching the interviews from home. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

When two Daves walk into a podcast, you don't expect to stumble upon a meditation on art, failure, persistence, and horror-comedy. But that's exactly what happened in this electric and delightfully unfiltered conversation with Dave Campfield, a filmmaker, actor, and host of the Troma Now Podcast, best known for his work in the cult Caesar and Otto comedy-horror film series.Dave Campfield is a fiercely independent filmmaker whose journey from a now-defunct film college in New Mexico to directing his own cult horror satires has been a long and winding road paved with hustle, humor, and horror.We start in the sand-colored surrealism of Santa Fe, where adobe buildings and the ghost of City Slickers set the stage for Dave's early filmmaking dreams. In the land of tumbleweeds and tumble-down gym studios turned sound stages, Dave cut his teeth not just on film but on the art of adaptation.The college no longer exists, but the memories—like chalk lines under studio lights—remain vivid in his story. “It was like going to school on Tatooine,” he says, laughing, but behind that joke is a bittersweet nod to the ephemeral.From there, Dave walks us through the illusion of success—early meetings with Universal and New Line Cinema where hopes were dangled like carrots in front of eager young dreamers. The industry, he quickly learned, speaks its own coded language: familiarity, marketability, and sometimes, plain deception. One mentor told him to “say you're young, from the streets, and have a dark comedy,” regardless of truth. Dave gave it a shot but came away with the haunting realization that "they were intrigued enough to keep me on leash, but not enough to make it happen."That experience seeded his first real film, “Dark Chamber,” a mystery-horror project which deliberately bucked slasher formulas. It took five years to make—five years of blood, sweat, and overdrafts. And yet, when the studios responded with, “We wanted something more familiar,” Dave knew he was swimming upstream. Still, he sold the film to a small distributor, endured its repackaging as something it wasn't, and got it onto Netflix. A win—just not the one he envisioned.But here's the heart of it all: Dave didn't stop. He pivoted, not with bitterness, but with evolution. “I decided I wasn't going to be one of those people waiting for opportunity. You had to make it happen on your own.” And so, he leaned into comedy horror—a genre he describes as “Abbott and Costello meet Frankenstein, but for the splatter generation.” Thus, Caesar and Otto were born: two absurdly lovable doofuses bumbling their way through massacres, monsters, and paranormal mayhem.One of Dave's secret weapons is loyalty to what's real. Whether recounting how Lloyd Kaufman forgot him (then remembered) or editing commercials for the Philadelphia Pet Expo, he keeps a kind of grounded magic about his craft. He shares a deeply personal new project, “Awaken the Reaper,” born from a decade of introspection and struggle, calling it “the most personal thing I've ever written.” He says, “It's about being stuck—feeling like every day you're not moving forward—and finally getting out of your own way.”All along, Dave's been quietly building a reputation for casting future stars before they break—Trey Byers (Empire), Peter Scanavino (Law & Order)—and hosting a podcast that thrives not just because of brand synergy with Troma, but because he genuinely knows how to talk to people. “They've never rejected an episode,” he remarks. “I tease Troma a lot, and they're always game. It's a beautiful collaboration.”The conversation wraps not with grandiosity, but a recognition that even the smallest cult followings can keep a creator going. “My fanbase is small, but intense,” Dave says with pride. “I can rattle them off on two hands.” Maybe that's enough. Maybe that's everything.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

In this episode of Crack the Book, we take a look at Week Fourteen of Ted Gioia's Humanities Course, covering Virgil's The Aeneid (Books 1–2), Ovid's Metamorphoses (Book 1), and selections from The Portable Roman Reader. The focus is on key texts from Roman literature, their historical context, and their connections to earlier Greek works, providing an overview of their content and significance.Key Discussion Points: Virgil's The Aeneid (Robert Fagles' Translation): Written between 29–19 BCE, The Aeneid serves as Rome's foundational epic, modeled on Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Book 1 opens with Aeneas, a Trojan survivor, shipwrecked on Carthage's shore due to Juno's interference, meeting Queen Dido, an exile from Tyre. Book 2 recounts Troy's fall, including the Trojan Horse stratagem and Aeneas' escape with his father Anchises and son Ascanius, losing his wife Creusa. The text emphasizes Aeneas' pietas (duty to gods, family, state). Divine rivalries, notably Juno's grudge from the Judgment of Paris and Venus' protection of Aeneas, drive the narrative. The Fagles translation includes maps and a glossary for accessibility. Ovid's Metamorphoses (David Raeburn's Translation): Composed around 8 CE, Metamorphoses is a 15-book poem chronicling transformations from creation to Ovid's era. Book 1 covers the creation of the cosmos from Chaos, the division into four elements (fire, water, earth, air), and humanity's decline from the Golden to Iron Age. It includes a flood narrative with Deucalion and Pyrrha and the story of Io, transformed into a cow by Jupiter to evade Juno. The Raeburn edition organizes vignettes with titled sections for clarity. The Portable Roman Reader (Basil Davenport, Ed.): Published in 1951, this anthology includes poetry from Rome's Republic, Augustan, and later Empire periods. Catullus (c. 60s–50s BCE) offers direct, personal verses, translated by Byron. Horace (65–8 BCE) writes complex, philosophical odes, less accessible due to style. Martial (c. 38–104 CE) provides epigrams on public life, including two elegies for a deceased young girl. Davenport's notes contextualize each era, and the anthology features prose by Livy, Caesar, and Tacitus for future study. Contextual Notes: The texts reflect Rome's engagement with Greek literary traditions, adapting gods' names (e.g., Hera to Juno) and themes. The course's schedule prioritizes rapid coverage to identify key works and connections.Takeaways:I loved this week so much! It felt great to come "home" to Rome. I've got specific ideas about how to approach each of these books, but in my opinion they are all worth the time for certain people. The music was gorgeous, arias and overtures from Puccini and Verdi! You must listen...check out my link below. And the cave paintings were worth examining as well, especially the handprints from Indonesia. See that link below, too.This is a year-long challenge! Join me next week for WHATEVER IS NEXTLINKSTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)Spotify Play List of Puccini and Verdi without wordsCave...

Well, Alice is back. But she's still facing some COVID aftershocks. And now Doug has COVID for the very first time. No, this is episode isn't coming to you straight from mid-2020.Alice shares tales from Salt Lake City (spoiler: it's a lot of sitting in her hotel room watching movies, like Crazy Rich Asians). And Doug overshares about his unique COVID symptoms.Still not 2020 though. We promise.Other discussion topics include:- Getting all one's medical knowledge from Dick Van Dyke's Diagnosis Murder- The wittiest Davids- The time Keanu Reeves had his talent stolen by the Monstars- Why frogs might be the most exhausted animals- Messy sheets: Poop or Caesar salad incident?

Welcome back! In today's episode, we explore how the early Christians in Thessalonica dared to proclaim a different kind of “good news”—one that directly challenged the power and propaganda of the Roman Empire. --The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --The Gospel vs. The Empire: Why Jesus, Not Caesar, Is the Real Good NewsSetting the Stage: A Young Church in a Pagan CityThe Apostle Paul's letter to the Thessalonians is one of his earliest writings, addressed to a young and courageous church in the city of Thessalonica. Located in Macedonia, this city was a thriving cultural center in the Roman Empire. It was full of competing loyalties:Civic Assemblies that promoted public allegiance to Roman ruleJewish communities rooted in Old Testament traditionPagan mystery cults that worshiped local gods like Cabirus and DionysusImperial cults that demanded loyalty to Caesar, who was honored as “Lord” and “Savior”This cultural mixture made Thessalonica a spiritual and political battleground. It was in this context that Paul boldly preached a new message—one that didn't fit into any existing category.Caesar and the Counterfeit GospelTo understand the revolutionary nature of Paul's gospel, we need to grasp how the Roman Empire presented its rulers.Julius Caesar (100–44 BC) was a military genius and political reformer. After his assassination, the Roman Senate declared him divine—Divus Julius.His adopted son, Caesar Augustus, used that claim to establish himself as the “Son of God.” He was also called “Savior” and “Lord”, and he was praised for bringing peace to the empire—the Pax Romana.In 9 BC, an inscription from Priene declared Augustus's birthday “the beginning of the good news (euangelion)” for the world.This was the Roman Empire's version of the gospel: salvation through the emperor, peace through power, and a kingdom built by human might. It was political propaganda wrapped in divine language.Paul's Radical Message: The True GospelIn direct contrast, Paul brought a different kind of good news to Thessalonica.“For when we brought you the Good News, it was not only with words but also with power, for the Holy Spirit gave you full assurance that what we said was true…”— 1 Thessalonians 1:5 (NLT)This message centered on Jesus—not Caesar—as the true Son of God, the real Savior, and the eternal King. Paul wasn't just preaching theology; he was making a political and spiritual declaration. His message was:Not about the birth of Augustus, but the death and resurrection of Jesus (Acts...

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.comActs 25 Paul remains imprisoned in Caesarea as the new governor, Festus, takes power. The Jewish leaders aim to bring Paul to Jerusalem with plans to ambush and kill him, but Festus insists on conducting the trial in Caesarea. During the hearing, the Jews present accusations they cannot substantiate, while Paul defends himself, asserting his innocence of any wrongdoing against Jewish law, the temple, or Caesar. When Festus, seeking to appease the Jews, proposes sending Paul to Jerusalem, Paul appeals to Caesar, exercising his rights as a Roman citizen. Festus sees nothing deserving of death in Paul's actions but is willing to send him to Rome. Later, King Agrippa and his sister Bernice visit Festus. Festus discusses Paul's case, and Agrippa expresses interest in hearing from Paul before he is sent to Caesar.  God's timing and will are often beyond our understanding. Paul faces lengthy and challenging struggles among the Jews. Even in these trials, God is using him, and we must trust that He is doing the same with us. Paul's appeal to Caesar demonstrates that we have the right to defend ourselves and seek fairness and legal protection. The key is to remain steadfast in our faith, confident that God is in control of every situation. Political leaders and individuals in all forms of power may be fickle and unreliable in their support, as seen in the lives of Jesus and Paul. We must continue to share Jesus with everyone, regardless of their position, and direct all glory to the Father. All-knowing Father, help us trust You in every situation. Grant us the faith to be holy and courageous in the name of Jesus. Also, bless us with the wisdom to utilize opportunities and resources for Your glory and for our protection. We pray for safety and health in our mission. However, we accept any circumstances that best fulfill Your will of reaching souls. Please be with our political leaders. Open their hearts to scripture and guide them to use their power to protect the innocent. May we remain innocent in all that we do in the name of Your Son. Thought Questions: -       God was at work providentially to protect Paul's life. Do you believe God is at work today protecting you? How do you show gratitude? -       Paul was willing to die but continued to assert his innocence. How do you know when to assert your innocence and when to remain quiet? Festus tells Agrippa that Paul's central message is his belief that 

By Amy Goodman & Denis Moynihan As the summer heats up and with US democracy increasingly at risk, two fundamental truths must remain front and center: people have a First Amendment right to protest, and US soldiers have an obligation to disobey unlawful orders.

The greatest moment in Roman history, from the perspective of the man who could have had it all. Julius Caesar is dead. Mark Antony, his second in command, is surely also in the sights of the assas... Uitgegeven door SAGA Egmont Spreker: Andrew James Spooner

Then the whole company of them arose and brought him before Pilate. And they began to accuse him, saying, “We found this man misleading our nation and forbidding us to give tribute to Caesar, and saying that he himself is Christ, a king.” And Pilate asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” And he answered him, “You have said so.” Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no guilt in this man.” (Luke 23:1-4) Jesus stood before Pilate, innocent yet accused. The religious leaders had stirred up false charges, twisting His words and motives to paint Him as a political threat. They claimed He incited rebellion and denied taxes to Caesar – neither of which was true. Yet in the face of their lies, Jesus didn't fight back. When questioned directly, He simply responded, “You have said so.” Jesus didn't launch into long-winded defense monologues, no scrambling to clear His name, no dramatic pleas for justice, no blame-shifting or arguments – just quiet strength and truth. Jesus' response is deeply countercultural, and deeply instructive for us. A Different Way When we're falsely accused, misrepresented, or misunderstood, our natural reaction is to explain, defend, or justify. We want to correct the record, protect our reputation, and convince others of our innocence. Often, we use many words in these situations – not always to clarify, but sometimes to deflect or shift the blame. But Jesus, the only truly innocent man, modeled a different way. He stood in truth and entrusted Himself to the One who judges justly (1 Peter 2:23). He knew the outcome was not in Pilate's hands, nor in the hands of the angry crowd. It was in the hands of His Father, and for Him, that was enough. This doesn’t mean we'll never face painful or unfair situations; Jesus was falsely accused and crucified. But it does mean that we can release the pressure to constantly defend ourselves. God is our defender - He sees, He knows, and He is working all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). When we resist the urge to over-explain or vindicate ourselves and instead walk in quiet confidence, we mirror Christ's trust in the Father's sovereignty. Sometimes the most powerful response is not a long defense, but a simple word of truth – spoken in peace, not in panic. Our reputation is not in our hands, it’s in God’s. And when we surrender the outcome to Him, we find freedom from fear and striving. Jesus knew where His story was headed – even if others didn't. Yet He knew the cross wasn't the end but the path to redemption and glory. When we're falsely accused or misunderstood, may we not strive to prove and defend ourselves, but instead to walk quietly in the confidence we have in God, remembering that He is our defender.

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In this message from Luke 20, Dr. John explores the clever trap set by religious leaders as they question Jesus about paying tribute to Caesar. What unfolds is a lesson in wisdom, authority, and allegiance. Learn how Jesus' response not only silenced His enemies but still speaks to us today—about taxes, worship, and what ultimately belongs to God.The King Arrives: Throughout North American history, there have been two main reactions to monarchy: rebellion or apathy. Some believe the Crown should be rejected, while others see it as largely irrelevant. In short, we wrestle with the idea of kingship. But for followers of Christ, acknowledging Jesus as King is not optional—it's foundational. In this series, Dr. John Neufeld explores Luke 17–20, showing that the Kingship of Jesus is not only central to the Christian faith, but vital for the world.

" I went to see CATS about five times with notebooks and took notes throughout the performance." This episode features Caesar Samayoa who performed as the Rum Tum Tugger in an "illegal" high school production of CATS in New Jersey and is currently performing as Don Kirshner and many more characters in Just In Time on Broadway. Hear Caesar dive into his fascinating journey from performing in multiple Cats productions, including the alleged 'illegal' high school version, to his current role as Don Kirschner in the hit Broadway show Just In Time. Cesar shares amusing anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, and insights into the immersive world of theater. They also discuss the deep relationships between characters on stage casting CATS into the world of Just In Time. Whether you're a CATS aficionado or new to the theater world, this episode offers a delightful mix of nostalgia, humor, and genuine passion for performance. 01:01 Illegal High School Production of Cats 04:28 Regional and Broadway Auditions 07:56 Performing in CATS 13:31 The Depth of CATS Characters and Relationships 22:04 Just In Time on Broadway 23:08 Just In Time Immersive Theater and Audience Reactions 27:02 Casting CATS Characters in Just In Time 33:24 Rapid Fire Check out Caesar on Instagram: @caesarsamayoa Check out Just In Time on Social Media: @justintimebway Check out Just In Time on Broadway: justintimebroadway.com Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Throughout history, leaders have claimed their positions in a variety of ways: military conquests, electoral mandates, revolutionary uprisings, and more. But probably the most common and certainly the furthest from modern democratic sensibilities is the divine right of kings. While it is present in a variety of religious and social traditions, most audiences today are familiar with the Judeo-Christian concept that originates from both the Old and New Testaments. Using the words of Jesus Himself -- "Render unto Caesar that which is his" -- and those of His apostles Peter and Paul, Christian rulers from Late Antiquity to the Enlightenment proclaimed themselves beyond criticism because their thrones had come from Almighty God.___Join us as we explore the idea of the divine right of kings and how two nations, England and France, took different paths in their political cultures--to very different ends.

Sunday Morning WorshipRender to Caesar, Live for God - Matthew 17:24-27; Romans 13:1-7Dr. Paul ThompsonJune 8, 2025Notes | https://calvarydothan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025_06_08_1.pdf

In the heart of the Roman Empire, where emperors ruled with iron fists and Caesar was declared lord, a small band of believers waited in an upper room in center of Jerusalem—afraid, uncertain, but obedient. Their Master, Jesus, had risen from the dead and ascended into heaven nine days prior with a promise: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses…” (Cf. Acts 1:8). That promise would change the world. Pentecost, the great Solemnity we triumphantly celebrate this Sunday, was not just a moment of divine display; it was the ignition of a movement meant to endure the fires of persecution, opposition, and suffering. Jesus gave the Holy Spirit not only to comfort the hearts of His followers, but to strengthen their voices, to make them unshakable in the face of overwhelming resistance. In an empire where loyalty to Christ could mean death, the early Church did not merely survive—they proclaimed, they healed, they endured, and they grew like holy weeds. The Roman Empire was no friend to this new faith. Christians were thrown to lions, crucified, burned, and driven underground. And yet, the Catholic Church flourished. Why? Because the Spirit that descended at Pentecost was not a gentle breeze—it was a mighty wind, a consuming fire. Jesus knew His followers would need more than human courage; they needed divine power. The Holy Spirit was given to embolden the fearful, to guide the uncertain, and to unify a scattered people into one body—His Church. Every sermon preached in defiance of Caesar, every act of love in the midst of hatred, every martyr who died singing hymns—these were not the result of human willpower. They were the fruit of Pentecost. The Spirit turned fishermen into apostles, tax collectors into evangelists, and persecutors like Paul into champions of the gospel. Jesus did not leave His church defenseless; He clothed them with power from on high.Today, we live far from the Roman catacombs, but the world still needs that same boldness, that same fire. The Holy Spirit remains the answer to fear and weakness, the source of power to proclaim Christ in any culture, any era, any cost. The same Holy Spirit that was given that day to the Apostles is the same Spirit that dwells within each of us right now; there is no difference. Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit at Pentecost not just to feel God's presence, but to fulfill God's purpose. That divine fire still burns—and the Church will stand until Christ returns upon the clouds (Cf. Revelation 1:7). --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

Many actors and actresses have played an iconic role. In our main topic we discuss our favorite actors & actresses who have played multiple iconic roles in movies or shows!Loretta Switt played an iconic role as Major Houlihan on the long running series M*A*S*H. We remember her on her recent passing & in our “Ask An Idiot” segment we share some of our favorite strong female characters that we remember as kids. Pop Culture Headlines includes the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 & Sydney Sweeney sells her bath water?! Warning as usual for some explicit language & content from us Idiots!Have a drink with us and listen weekly for pop culture talk, nerdy debates, personal insults & questionable jokes on your favorite podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Vurbl, Goodpods, Podvine & more! Watch us on our YouTube channelhttps://youtube.com/@convincingidiots?si=SWpsPG0wUhBwr-UkShow info can be found on our website: Convincing Idiots – We are a podcast of pop culture talk, nerdy debates & personal insults!Find show links on our Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/ConvincingIdiotsEmail us at ConvincingIdiots@gmail.com. Main Podcast Page:Convincing Idiots • A podcast on Spotify for CreatorsEnjoying the show? Consider becoming a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ConvincingIdiots YouTube Music app:https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCKa-u-b0Hd30AYxgzoS6aOg?si=GxMuyf3nlSROrdIDShow merch store here:https://www.teepublic.com/stores/convincing-idiots?ref_id=33680Come be dumb with us! Listen and subscribe!

Every once in a while, there is a great moment or battle that really changes the course of history.  The Battle of Salamis, Caesar crossing the Rubicon, Charles the Hammer winning the Battle of Tours, The Battle of Hastings in 1066, Luther nailing the 95 theses to the door in Wittenberg, the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand, the time I defeated my neighborhood HOA by installing a whole pallet of grass sod in my front yard even before they mailed me a nasty letter.  I got other nasty HOA letters, but not about the front yard grass. All of those were key moments that changed the direction of history in some way.  They turned the tide, so to speak.  And this episode is one of those moments.  And, as a quick spoiler, next episode will be one, too.  

Mark 12:13-17Later they sent some of the Pharisees and Herodians to Jesus to catch him in his words. They came to him and said, “Teacher, we know that you are a man of integrity. You aren't swayed by others, because you pay no attention to who they are; but you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. Is it right to pay the imperial tax to Caesar or not? Should we pay or shouldn't we?”But Jesus knew their hypocrisy. “Why are you trying to trap me?” he asked. “Bring me a denarius and let me look at it.” They brought the coin, and he asked them, “Whose image is this? And whose inscription?”“Caesar's,” they replied.Then Jesus said to them, “Give back to Caesar what is Caesar's and to God what is God's.”And they were amazed at him.

The Gospel of Mark—a fast-moving, miracle-filled account written to people living under Roman rule. But instead of pointing to Caesar, Mark points to Jesus, the true King.

Send us a textJoin your host Clifton Pope as he is back with PT.2 of his conversation with Tshane Johnson! If you thought PT. 1 was impactful, wait until you hear PT.2 of our conversation!We dive into TShane's entrepreneurial spirit which led him to becoming a best selling author with books like "Keep Your Feet Moving" and "Hike Across America" and speaking/coaching at engagements like LSU, Red Bull, Godaddy,Caesar's Entertainment, Veteran's Voice, just to name a few!We also dive into how T Shane broke the world record for most push ups in one hour with 3,050,  his non profit:Hike Across America where he runs to inspire the homeless, Veteran's, communities and raise awareness about Veteran suicides, and his key pieces of advice to help anyone overcome adversity!Visit tshaneinspires.com to follow Tshane's journey purchase his best selling books, sign up for his coaching program and much more!Hit that follow/subscribe button on Apple/Spotify Podcasts/Rumble to stay updated with the latest episodes of the show!Be sure to leave a rating/review to help grow the show as it's the opportunity to gain information, wisdom, and experience from Clifton Pope, himself, and all guests involved!Thank you for the love and support!Support the showhttps://atherocare.com/HEALTHFITNESSWEALTHBUSINESShttps://athleticism.com/HEALTHFWEALTHBhttps://vitamz.com/HEALTHFITNESSWEALTHBUSINESShttps://Athleticism.comhttps://atherocare.comhttps://vitamz.comofficial sponsors of the HFWB Podcast Series

The Romans built an empire that reshaped the world through brutal wars, brilliant strategy, and even the power of the pen. From the blood-soaked battlefields to the marble halls of Rome, a few towering figures stand out: Pompey, Scipio, Augustus, Trajan, Marcus Aurelius... but who truly deserves the title of the Greatest Roman of All Time?Many would say Julius Caesar — the bold general who crossed the Rubicon and shattered the Republic. To find out if he truly deserves the title, Dan is joined by renowned Roman historian Dr. Simon Elliott, as they debate Caesar's legacy and weigh him against Rome's other titans.Produced by Mariana Des Forges and edited by Dougal PatmoreYou can now find Dan Snow's History Hit on YouTube! Watch episodes every Friday (including this one) here.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.We'd love to hear your feedback - you can take part in our podcast survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on.You can also email the podcast directly at ds.hh@historyhit.com.

Rome’s Western Empire may have fallen 1,600 years ago, but its cultural impact has a radioactive half-life that would make xenon jealous. Over a billion people speak Latin (or at least a Latin-derived language). Governments around the world self-consciously copy Roman buildings and create governments that copy the imperial senate. Every self-aggrandizing leader has compared himself to Caesar, including those with a strong claim (Charlemagne and Napoleon) and those with a weaker one (Idi Amin and Muammer Gaddafi). But what if the Roman Empire never truly fell? This is the perspective of today’s guest, Aldo Cazzullo, author of “The Neverending Empire: The Infinite Impact of Ancient Rome. Rome’s influence is not just a relic of history—it’s the foundation of the modern West and nowhere is that more evident than in the United States. While many political empires throughout history have presented themselves as the true heirs of Rome, Cazzullo contends that it’s the US, that most resembles the Roman Empire. It’s an angle with which to view America’s story/where it’s heading and most importantly, what we can learn to ensure that we can look forward to another 3000 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Part 1 of 3 of Caesar's Civil War series. The die is cast—Caesar crosses the Rubicon and plunges Rome into civil war. In this episode:The political crisis of 51-50 BCE as Caesar's enemies demand his recall from GaulCurio's shocking defection and proposal that both Caesar and Pompey lay down armsThe breakdown of negotiations and Pompey's fateful acceptance of command against CaesarHis lightning campaign through Italy as cities surrender without a fightThe siege of Corfinium and Caesar's revolutionary policy of clemency toward enemiesPompey's strategic retreat to Greece, abandoning Rome and splitting the RepublicThe brilliant Spanish campaign at Ilerda, showcasing Caesar's military geniusThe brutal siege of Marseille and Caesar's appointment as DictatorCaesar's own account reveals a man driven not by revolutionary ambition, but by wounded dignity and the desperate need to defend his honor against enemies who would destroy him through partisan prosecution. As Lucan wrote of this cosmic struggle: "Of civil wars and worse waged on Thessalian fields / Of crime made law we sing, how a powerful people / Turned on its own heart its conquering hand." The war that would transform Rome forever begins not with grand ideology, but with Caesar's refusal to submit to humiliation—and his enemies' fatal miscalculation of the man they sought to crush.Works CitedKurt Raaflaub (ed.), The Landmark Julius CaesarMatthias Gelzer, Caesar: Politician and StatesmanErich Gruen, Last Generation of the Roman Republic Thanks to our sponsor, Ai Labs. Visit austinlab.ai to chat with a team member about custom Agentic AI power solutions for your SMB to Enterprise level business.  Powered by Shokworks.Also Thanks Dr. Richard Johnson, the Crassus to this Caesar series!

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing.” (2 Timothy 4:7–8 NLT) While reading the newspaper one morning, Alfred Nobel, the Swedish chemist and engineer, was shocked to find his name listed in the obituary column. It was a mistake, of course, but there it was. Nobel was dismayed to see that he was remembered primarily as the man who invented dynamite. At that point in history, dynamite was being used to great and devastating effect in warfare. Nobel was distressed to think that he would be known for creating an instrument of death and destruction. He was so distressed, in fact, that he decided to change the course of his life as a result of reading this mistaken obituary. He decided to commit himself to world peace. He established the Nobel Peace Prize. Today, most people who know the name Alfred Nobel associate him with that prize. Many know nothing about his invention of dynamite. That’s because Alfred Nobel had the chance to change the course of his life. What if you had the unsettling opportunity to read your own obituary? What do you think you’d be remembered for? What if you could write your own obituary? What would you like to be remembered for? It’s not too late to change the course of your life if you want to. In 2 Timothy 4:7–8, the apostle Paul offers an obituary of sorts for himself. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing” (NLT). Keep in mind that Paul transformed the world that he lived in. He was used mightily by God to establish churches throughout the Roman Empire and beyond. He left countless converts in his wake. He mentored young Christian leaders. He fearlessly proclaimed the gospel to philosophers, Pharisees, rulers, soldiers, sorcerers, slaves, and possibly even Caesar himself. In the end, though, he saw himself as a wrestler, someone who fought spiritual battles with all his might; a runner, someone who finished the race despite pain and exhaustion; and a soldier, someone who guarded the truth of the gospel with his life. If your life were to end today, would you be able to say that you’ve fought the good fight, finished the race, and guarded the faith in the way that you live? If so, then Paul’s reward—“the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return” (NLT)—will be yours as well. Reflection question: What would you like your obituary to read? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode features not one but two conversations—with Aron and Strauss—which, while it may sound like a jazz-age songwriting duo, is in fact a pairing of two distinguished historians: Stephen Aron and Barry Strauss. They join our ongoing series of interviews exploring historians' early love of the past and the essential role of intellectual humility in historical thinking. First up is Stephen Aron, Professor Emeritus of History at UCLA and President and CEO of the Autry Museum of the American West in Los Angeles. The Autry is one of the nation's foremost museums dedicated to the art, history, and cultures of the American West. It weaves together scholarship, public exhibitions, and community engagement to tell stories that cross boundaries—geographic, temporal, and cultural. Aron is a pioneering historian of frontiers, borderlands, and Western American history. In Episode 289, we spoke about all three—while also discussing his long effort to bridge the gap between academic and public history. As both a professor and a museum leader, Aron has spent decades bringing historical thinking into the public square. My second guest this week is Barry Strauss, the Bryce and Edith M. Bowmar Professor in Humanistic Studies at Cornell University. A scholar of ancient Greece and Rome, Strauss is well known for combining academic rigor with public engagement, writing widely read books on classical antiquity, military history, and leadership. Strauss is no stranger to Historically Thinking—he's appeared on the podcast several times before, in Episodes 11, 45, and 256, where we've discussed the death of Caesar, the intellectual achievement of Thucydides, and the war that made the Roman Empire. He is also a recipient of the 2024 Bradley Prize, awarded by the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to American intellectual and civic life. The prize honors leaders whose work—whether in education, history, law, or public policy—strengthens the foundations of a free society.  

Welcome to the Christmas series! Caesar's decree for a nationwide census couldn't come at a worse time for Mary and Joseph. But perhaps this journey to Bethlehem is exactly what God planned all along.  Sign up for special devotionals at StoriesoftheMessiah.com. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the Pray.com app.  To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with the start of our summertime summer camp series. Each year during the Summer months we try to stick to slasher movies that take place in or around a summer camp, camping, the outdoors; you get the picture. This week we kick off our summer series with "Caesar & Otto's Summer amp Massacre." It's from 2009 and it's a whacky one. This is one movie in what looks like a series of "Caesar & Otto" movies. And while it's a cool idea to follow two main characters through different adventures, this one left your professors with some questions. We just weren't sure if this is our type of thing or what. Give it a listen and tell us what you think.Follow us on Instagram @SlashU_PodcastEmail us at SlashUPodcast@gmail.comCheck out the Facebook page too: SlashU PodcastClick any of the Amazon links at SlashUPodcast.com to support the showThanks to ZapSplat.com for our Sound FX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thought to share? Send me a text...What happens when the power of politics collides with religious authority? Jesus's trial before Pilate reveals a pivotal moment where human justice systems falter but divine plans prevail.Pilate's interrogation of Jesus brings forward the timeless question: "What is truth?" While Pilate views truth as something determined by power and authority, Jesus embodies a truth that "comes from elsewhere but is meant to take up residence in this world," as theologian N.T. Wright eloquently describes. This ancient question resonates with our contemporary discussions of subjective versus objective truth.Most profound is Jesus's complete sovereignty throughout his trial. What appears to be a tragic miscarriage of justice is revealed as God's redemptive plan unfolding exactly as prophesied centuries earlier. From Isaiah's foretelling of the sacrificial lamb to Jesus's strategic words and silences before his accusers, we witness divine orchestration at work. The religious leaders ultimately declare "we have no king but Caesar," tragically denying their messianic hope to achieve their immediate goal.This episode challenges us to examine our own lives: Do we, like Pilate, prioritize social acceptance over conviction? Do we recognize God's hand even in apparent injustice? Join us as we ponder how the greatest injustice in human history became the foundation for our redemption.To read my blog, find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

InLuke 20, the Jewish priests, elders, scribes, and the Herodians confront Jesuswith different questions or situations seeking to find a reason to have Himkilled (v.19). They have questioned Him about His authority and Jesus respondswith a question for them about the authority of John the Baptist and also aparable (vv. 1-19). The spies, sent by the Pharisees and the Herodians (Mark12:13), question Him about paying taxes to Caesar and Jesus shuts them downwith His answer (vv. 20-26).   Inverses 27-40, we find next in line were the Sadducees with a hypotheticalquestion based on the Jewish law of "levirate marriage". You willfind where they get this teaching from in Genesis 38 and Deuteronomy 25:5-10.The word levirate comes from the Latin levir, which means "a husband'sbrother." The Sadducees accepted as Scripture only the Five Books of Moses.Also in Acts 23:8 we are told they did not believe in angels, spirits, or theresurrection of the dead. They claimed that Moses did not write about any ofthese doctrines.  Itis interesting to also note that the priestly party in Israel during the timeof Jesus was mostly composed of Sadducees, which explains why the priestsopposed the Apostles' preaching of the Resurrection (Acts 4:1-2) and why theywanted to kill Lazarus, who was raised from the dead (John 12:10-11). Jesuspointed out that His opponents were wrong and that their question revealedassumptions that limited God's power and denied God's Word. Resurrection is notreconstruction; it is the miraculous granting of a new body that has continuitywith the old body. Paul compared our present body to a planted seed and thefuture resurrection body to the glorious flower and fruit (1 Cor. 15:35-50).Our Lord's resurrection body was the same as before His death and yetdifferent! Remember after Jesus' resurrection His disciples recognized Him andeven felt Him; He could eat food and yet He could also walk through closeddoors, change His appearance, and vanish suddenly.  Thefuture life with God is not a mere continuation of the present life only on"a higher scale." We will maintain our identities and know each other(1 Thessalonians 4:13-18), but there will be no more death-hence, no need formarriage and procreation. Christians do not become angels.  Inheaven we will share the image of Jesus Christ and be much higher than theangels (1 John 3:2). Angels appear in Scripture as men, but they are spiritbeings without sexuality. It is in this regard that we will be like them; therewill be no need for marriage or childbearing in heaven. Isnot God powerful enough to raise the dead and give them new bodies suited totheir new environment? If today He can give different bodies to the variousthings in creation, why can He not give people new bodies at the resurrection? (1Corinthians 15:35-44). In their attempt to be "rational," theSadducees denied the very power of God! Paulunveils the mystery of when and what takes place concerning the believer'sresurrection body in both 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and 1 Corinthians 15:47-58. Ibelieve that Jesus is coming back soon and “in a moment, in the twinkling of aneye” the living believers will experience a great change! Our perishable bodywill put on the imperishable, and our mortal body will put on immortality.  Hallelujah!!!What a day that will be! Are you prepared for that great day! It could betoday!

Luke Looks Back Chapter 2 Not all the stories commonly believed about the birth of Jesus are true to the actual facts. He was born before Herod died in 4 BC ,in Bethlehem, which was not his parent's home village, probably in an ordinary house (the word translated 'inn' can mean a guest room or just the sleeping area in a house; the manger would be between the family area and the livestock area). Not all the stories commonly believed about the birth of Jesus are true to the actual facts. He was born before Herod died in 4 BC ,in Bethlehem, which was not his parent's home village, probably in an ordinary house (the word translated 'inn' can mean a guest room or just the sleeping area in a house; the manger would be between the family area and the livestock area). Luke 1:1-20 Question 1. Luke carefully says the birth of King Jesus occurred during the reign of Caesar Augustus (v 1), who was a great and good Roman Emperor who brought lasting peace to a world in which there had been many wars. What does he want us to learn from this? One of the main themes of this, as all the Gospels, is the collision between the kingdom of Caesar and the kingdom of God. Luke was writing to Christians who might be martyred for refusing to say Caesar is Lord because they believed Jesus is Lord. Luke wants us to understand the enormous significance of what was happening. Question 2. Why does Luke choose to focus on the low caste shepherds rather than Matthew's high caste Wise Men? As we noted in the first study Luke emphasises the poor, the weak and the lost; not the rich, the healthy and the found. The title 'Christ the Lord' appears only here in the NT. The word 'Christ' has two meanings. It is a Greek word of the New Testament equivalent to the Hebrew word 'Messiah' of the Old Testament. Here, and generally in the Gospels, it is a title meaning 'the Anointed One'; later, in the Epistles it becomes part of Jesus' name. The most recent English versions use 'Messiah' when it is a title; 'Christ' when it is a name. Here it should be "the Lord Messiah". Our nearest translation in everyday words is "King Jesus". It is important to remember that when Luke uses this title he means 'the very special God-appointed Anointed One'. Question 3. A lot of people travelled to Bethlehem: Joseph and Mary, the shepherds, the Wise Men. Why did each of them go? What did they intend to do when they got there? Why are we told these things? What are we meant to learn from what happened? They all travelled in the purposes of God. It was important that those from both the top and the bottom of the society of those days should be there to see the baby King. They probably had only the vaguest idea of why they were there; they were there for our benefit - so we could be told about them and marvel at the stories. Luke 2: 21-52 Question 4. What does Simeon say (v 30 - 32) which introduces a new and important idea that neither Zechariah nor Mary mentioned? Simeon relates what is happening to the lives of ordinary people. They will experience salvation and the promise made to Abraham long ago that "all peoples on earth will be blessed through you" will finally come true. Question 5. Remembering that the Romans occupied their country, what did Anna mean when she spoke about the 'redemption of Jerusalem' (v 38)? She was probably thinking in a very practical way that the Romans would be thrown out of Jerusalem. It wasn't going to work like that! She spoke something that was a true prophecy but not in the way she thought. Question 6. In order to emphasise that Jesus came for both men and women Luke pairs up a story involving a man with one involving a woman at least 27 times in his gospel. Identify where he does this in these first two chapters. Which is the most important member of the pair on each of these occasions? Zechariah and Elizabeth, Joseph and Mary, Simeon and Anna. The men and the women are about evenly balanced in importance. Question 7. What do the episodes from the childhood of Jesus (v 40, 46 - 48, 51, 52) tell us about Jesus? What are we being told here: he was God or he was a man? Which do you find it most difficult to believe? Why? His life as a human being is being emphasised here. Jesus appears to have been a particularly bright and intelligent lad. Right mouse click or tap here to download as an audio mp3 Right mouse click or tap here to download as a PDF

InLuke 20:20-26 the Jewish priests, elders, scribes, and the Herodians continueto confront Jesus seeking to find a reason to have Him killed (v.19). On thisparticular occasion, Jesus knew that the men who questioned Him were spies sentby the Pharisees and the Herodians according to Mark 12:13, but He patientlylistened and replied.  Thesetwo groups were usually fighting each other, but now they had a common enemy,and this brought them together. They wanted to discuss taxes and Romanauthority, hoping to provoke Jesus into offending either the Jews or the Romans.If Jesus said, “pay the Roman tax,” they knew that He would offend and angerthe Jews who hated the Romans ruling over them. If Jesus said, “don't pay the Romantax,” He would be considered an insurrectionist by the Roman rulers and couldbe put to death. But Jesus lifted the discussion to a much higher level andforced the spies to think about the relationship between the kingdom of God andthe kingdoms of men. TheBible teaches that governmental authority is instituted by God and must berespected (Prov. 8:15; Dan. 2:21, 37-38; Rom. 13; 1 Peter 2:11-17). Yes, ourcitizenship is in heaven (Phil. 3:20), and we are strangers and pilgrims onearth, but that does not mean we should ignore our earthly responsibilities.Human government is essential to a safe and orderly society, for man is asinner and must be kept under control.  Whenyou read the book of Judges you find what it is like when there is no authorityover the people. Because there was no king in Israel, “every man did what wasright in his own eyes” (Judges 21:25). The land was filled with anarchy,violence, murder, stealing, confusion, and chaos! God knows we need human governmentfor peace and order. Inverses 20-26, Jesus was not suggesting that we divide our loyalties between Godand government. Since "the powers that be are ordained of God" (Rom.13:1), we live as good citizens when we obey the authorities for the Lord'ssake. When obedience to God conflicts with obedience to man, then we must putGod first (Acts 4:19-20; 5:29), but we must do it in a manner that is honorableand loving. Even if we cannot respect the people in office, we must respect theoffice.  Thecounsel that Jeremiah gave to the Jewish exiles in Babylon is a good one forGod's "strangers and pilgrims" to follow today. “And seek thepeace of the city where I have caused you to be carried away captive, and prayto the LORD for it; for in its peace you will have peace.” (Jeremiah 29:7) Todaywe are instructed in 1 Timothy 2:1-4, “Therefore I exhort first of all thatsupplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for allmen, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet andpeaceable life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptablein the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come tothe knowledge of the truth.” Caesar'simage and name were on the coins, so it was basically his currency. To pay thepoll tax meant simply to give Caesar back that which belonged to him. God'simage is stamped on us; therefore, He has the right to command our lives ascitizens in His kingdom. We should seek to be such good citizens that God willbe glorified and the unsaved will be attracted to the Gospel and want to becomeChristians (1 Peter 2:9-12; 3:8-17).  Itis unfortunate that some Christians have the mistaken idea that the moreobnoxious they are as citizens, the more they please God and witness forChrist. We must never violate our conscience, but we should seek to bepeacemakers and not troublemakers. Daniel is an example to follow (Dan. 1). God bless!

Why does the Roman Empire still hold such power over our imagination — and our institutions? In this episode, Steve is joined by journalist and bestselling author Aldo Cazzullo, whose new book The Never-Ending Empire explores the enduring legacy of Rome in everything from politics to language to architecture — and now, the papacy itself. We discuss the Roman Republic, the Gracchi brothers, Julius Caesar, the transformation into the Christian empire, and the echoes of it all in today’s world — especially with the historic election of the first American pope, Leo XIV. What connects Augustus and Zuckerberg? Caesar and Washington? The Roman Senate and Capitol Hill? Tune in to find out. Visit Aldo’s work at https://www.instagram.com/cazzulloaldo or check out The Never-Ending Empire from your favorite bookseller.Support the show:Buy me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/historyofthepapacyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyBuy me a book! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1MUPNYEU65NTFHave questions, comments or feedback? Here are ways to contact me:Email Us: steve@atozhistorypage.comhttps://www.atozhistorypage.com/podcastMusic Provided by:"Sonatina in C Minor" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Funeral March for Brass" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Crusade Heavy Perfect Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Agnus Dei X - Bitter Suite Kevin MacLeaod (incomptech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julius Caesar – Act II scene 1  Brutus comes to a bloody conclusion, the faction against Caesar is set in motion, and Portia demands answers.

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This is a day of great joy for us. There are few things in this life that make you so happy as to see someone rewarded for the good that they have done.Today is the day that Our Lord receives His reward for the great good that He did for the human race. At the Last Supper, Our Lord prayed to the Father, saying, “Father, the hour has come! Glorify Your Son, that Your Son may glorify You, even as You have given Him power over all flesh, in order that to all You have given Him He may give everlasting life.”Today is the day that His prayer is answered, when He receives the glory that the Father has prepared for Him.And it makes us very happy to see this triumph of Our Lord,because we love Him and we know so well how much He deserves it.It makes us happy because His triumph is a very wonderful thing.It makes us happy because it gives us a glimpse of the glory that we hope to receive one dayWe are familiar with ceremonies of triumph that take place on this earth. Ancient Rome was famous for its triumphal processions. Julius Caesar would come back from conquering a foreign nation that he had subjugated to the Empire.The people would line the streets. First would pass by them the treasures of the conquered nation, all of the spoils that were going to Rome. Then would come the people of the nation who were now going to be made slaves of Rome. Then the defeated king and defeated general who would soon be executed.Then the Roman senate. And finally Julius Caesar himself, the great hero who was responsible for the victory. The celebration was so overwhelming that they would have a slave stand by Caesar to whisper in his ear to remind him that he was going to die one day, that he was not a god.This is an example of one of the greatest triumphal celebrations in human history. If we tried to compare it to something closer to us, we can think about when the Denver Nuggets won their championship in 2023. Thousands of people lined the streets. They put the players in the top of a fire truck and drove them down the streets. They received the adulation and adoration of the crowds.These triumphs are nothing compared to the triumph of Our Lord Jesus Christ on the day of His Ascension. Our Lord took His followers to the Mount of Olives. He blessed them. Then, on His own power, using the glorified body that He earned through His death, He lifted Himself up to Heaven.When He reached Heaven, He opened its gates. All of the angels were assembled to receive Him. He went first into Heaven. Behind Him, He brought with Him His spoils. These were all of the souls in the history of the world who had died in the state of grace. Thousands upon thousands of souls followed Him into Heaven, from the first man and woman Adam and Eve to St. Joseph and St. John the Baptist.Our Lord took His place in Heaven on His throne seat, at the right hand of the heavenly Father. He assigned to everyone else their place in Heaven.A new song was sung in Our Lord's honor, a more triumphal song than any we have ever heard on this earth.This triumph of Our Lord was greater than any triumph that we have ever seen here below, because it was more magnificent than anything that happens here on earth. It was a supernatural triumph, a celebration prepared by God Himself.

Welcome back to the Dundee Church Podcast! In this powerful second-to-last episode of our Kings and Prophets series, Pastor J.D. Georlett and theologian Keith Holmes dive into the collision of kingdoms: Jesus, the true King and Prophet, on trial before Pontius Pilate.Is Jesus a political threat or the divine King we've been avoiding? What does it mean to live as citizens of two kingdoms: the one on earth and the one in heaven? And how often do we, like Pilate, want Jesus to be around but not in control?This conversation touches on:

00:00:00 - Discussion about AI Songs and Naked Man in Shed The episode opens with technical hiccups and updates on new AI song packs created by the hosts. They discuss a bizarre news story about a naked man found in a Lowe's display shed with Vaseline and a telephone, inspiring a new AI song called "Don't Look in the Shed." 00:10:00 - Alex Jones Clips and Jeremy Renner Teaser Debut of the AI song “Don't Look in the Shed,” filled with humorous and grunge-inspired lyrics. A roundup of Alex Jones' wildest clips of the week. A Steven Seagal-style preview introduces upcoming topics: Jeremy Renner's near-death experience, DMT entities, haunted dolls, Ohio marijuana legislation, AI homework tools, and alien spheres. 00:20:00 - Jeremy Renner's Spiritual Awakening Renner shares how his near-death accident changed his view on life, describing a peaceful, out-of-body experience. Emphasis on spiritual growth and valuing love over material things. Conversation shifts toward DMT as a possible bridge to the afterlife. 00:30:00 - Guide to DMT Entities Breakdown of various DMT entities reported by users: machine elves, clowns, angels, demons, reptilians, and spirit guides. Speculation about whether these entities exist outside the mind or are purely internal hallucinations. Stats from research showing most users encounter intelligent, often benevolent beings. 00:40:00 - Machine Elf Queen and Reptilians Vivid account of a user's encounter with a voluptuous, green-skinned machine elf queen. Discussion about insectoid and reptilian entities during DMT trips that resemble alien abductions. Stories blur lines between alien encounters and psychedelic experiences. 00:50:00 - Jesus, Pets, and the Afterlife on DMT Encounters with “Space Jesus,” dead pets, and deceased relatives during DMT trips. Some users describe transformative emotional healing and major life changes. Link made between DMT visions and alien abduction experiences involving spirits of the dead. 01:00:00 - Alien Sphere Found in Colombia Analysis of a metallic orb recovered in Colombia, believed by some to be alien. Sphere has no welds, strange engravings interpreted using AI, and alleged circuitry inside. Theorized as a surveillance drone or part of an ancient defense grid. 01:10:00 - Haunted Dolls and Giant GPS Genitals Panic over the haunted doll Annabelle going missing is debunked. Review of GPS "penis art" created by fitness enthusiasts running elaborate routes. Consideration of whether this qualifies as performance art or absurdist satire. 01:20:00 - Harvard Body Part Trafficking Network Ongoing story of stolen human remains from Harvard Medical School's morgue. Deep dive into how parts were sold and how widespread the black market really is. Compilation of previous similar stories from 2019 to present. 01:30:00 - DIY Crosswalk Hero Arrested A man in Virginia paints his own crosswalk for pedestrian safety but is arrested. Discussed alongside other vigilante efforts like pothole filling and guerrilla street art. Commentary on local government inefficiency and citizen action. 01:40:00 - Japan Cracks Down on Baby Names Japan enacts new laws banning eccentric names like Pikachu and Caesar. Aimed at protecting children's well-being and social integration. Also covered: passenger attempts to open plane door mid-flight, prompting emergency landing. 01:50:00 - Kansas City: Global Capital of Dog Semen Kansas City is revealed to be the number one global hub for the storage and transportation of dog semen. The region is part of the Animal Health Corridor, which stretches from Manhattan, Kansas to Columbia, Missouri, home to 56% of the U.S. animal health diagnostics and pet food sales. Companies in the corridor conduct R&D and manage massive semen storage for horses, pigs, cattle, dogs, and more.   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Phone: 614-388-9109 ► Skype: ourbigdumbmouth ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2  

This was originally a YouTube video - watch here!Welcome to Fallen Empires—a collection of handmade garments inspired by the rise and fall of power, stitched slowly from reclaimed fabrics and ancient stories. In this video, I take you behind the scenes of the first half of the collection: from Cleopatra to Caesar, from Marie Antoinette to imagined goddess eras.Mentioned in this episode:Embroidery Course Sale! 20% off ends FRIDAY May 30th at 11:59pm ESTThe Fallen Empires collectionMy YouTubeThe FREE Rectangle Tee Mini-CourseAlso Mentioned:My Spring Journal YouTubeRoman Tiles Skirt MIWM (make it with me)Interview with designer Pamela MayerFabscrap - Textile RecyclerStone Mountain & Daughter Deadstock Fabrics

Join us as we discuss Paul's appearance before Festus and his appeal to the Roman Emperor to hear his case. Do we exhibit tremendous peace and trust in God like Paul in our difficult circumstances?

* You can get the sermon note sheet at: http://family-bible-church.org/2025Messages/25May25.pdf * Jesus has entered into Jerusalem and has been teaching the people in the Temple. We are in the midst of a four day period when the Passover Lamb would be finely examined to make sure that it was a worthy Sacrifice. The religious unknowingly are fulfilling this prophetic requirement of YHWH (cf. Exodus 12:2-7). * Two weeks ago, we considered the Chief Priests' and Scribes' attempted to find a blemish in Jesus by asking whether it was lawful for Jews to pay taxes to Caesar. * Last week, we saw the Sadducees seek to trap Him by asking him who wife would a woman be (in the resurrection) who had been married consecutively to seven brothers. Jesus responded to them by drawing attention to the fact that they truly did not believe the Scriptures that they supposedly held in high regard. * Jesus took the moment as an opportunity to teach - both the Scribes and His Disciples - with authority. The first being a call to expositing the Word of God faithfully and the second a call to beware of pretentiousness. * This message was presented by Bob Corbin on May 25, 2025 at Family Bible Church in Martinez, Georgia.

Today's episode is all about some of the best tools in the game, Mojo decoys! Chad sits down with the one and only, Terry Denmon, the man who lit the fuse on a hunting revolution with MOJO Outdoors. From building his very first invention to launching a movement that turns ducks inside out from Canada to Arkansas, Terry breaks it all down. The grit, the grind, and the gear that changed the game forever. Hear the untold story of how MOJO started, how it evolved, and why it still dominates the skies today. Don't miss the product that's got Chad's phone still blowing up at all hours! Hunters can't get enough of it, and after this episode, you'll know exactly why. This is the kind of conversation that makes you want to start prepping now for waterfowl season! It just can't come fast enough! Press play and get ready to feel the motion. This episode is brought to you by MOJO, Caesar's Palace, Benelli, Federal Premium Ammunition, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Corning Ford, Safari Club International, Mickey Thompson Tires, KERSHAW Knives, The Provider Culinary, and Freedom Hunters.

NEWS WEAKLY 160 – 24th May, 2025This week on News Weakly, we dive into a whirlwind of political betrayal, retirement robberies, literary cancellations, and Oval Office psychodramas—with more twists than a Barnaby Joyce comeback tour.Top Stories of the Week:ARE LIBS AND NATS ON THE NEXT SEASON OF MAFS?TAXING MODELS MODEL TAXES!TRUMP FINDS A GENOCIDE HE CAN ACKNOWLEDGE!Quote of the Week:“Michael McCormack says he's ‘ambitious for' David Littleproud—the same way Brutus was ambitious for Caesar.”Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: http://thesamishah.comTheme music 'Historic Anticipation' by Paul MottramThis podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Sami Shah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's up, dudes? It's all about WWF Prime Time Wrestling Christmas 1987, battle royale style with Jeremy Phelps the Alamo City Santa,  Ron from the Film Strip podcast, Joe from Now Watch This, Manny from Feliz Christmas, Merry Navidad, and CJ from Rose Suchak Ladder! We talk Bobby the Brain and Gorilla! Also, we dive into Hogan and Dibiasi! We body slam Strike Force and the Islanders! This episode has it all!Airing December 21, 1987, the matches begin with Hercules taking on Junkyard Dog. After a double clothesline, Hercules pins JYD with help from the ropes. Following that, the Conquistadors fight the Young Stallions. There follows a scissor flip, several chokeholds, a shot to the midsection and flip and drop kick for the Stallions victory. Next, in a promo, Hulk turns down Ted Dibiasi's offer to buy the championship.Iron Mike Sharpe and Ultimate Warrior fight, with the latter slamming the former's face into the turnbuckle. Meanwhile, Bobby and Gorilla argue about gift giving, and plug the free Royal Rumble matchup on USA. Also, Ted Dibiasi's talks about how he spent his Thanksgiving: with money! Hacksaw Jim Duggan performed a football charge to pin Rex King. Subsequently, Danny Houston was counted out of the ring giving Danny Davis the win. As well, Brutus the Barber Beefcake did a promo about his barber's tool, calling out Greg Valentine. Then Brain gives Gorilla a box of stolen junk from Caesar's Palace in Atlantic City! Finally, Strike Force—Rick Martel and Tito Santana—collided with the monstrous Islanders, Haku and Tama. It's a brutal beatdown, eventually all wrestlers fighting outside the ring. The Islanders win by count out but didn't win the belt!Royal Rumble plug? Once. Weasel chant? A few times. Falling outside the ring Constantly! So grab your belt, get on the ropes, and backflip to this episode on Prime Time Wrestling Christmas 1987!Film Strip PodcastFB: @filmstrippodIG: @filmstrippodTwitter: @FilmStripPodJ-WaveFB: @catchthewavebabyIG: @catchthewavebabyAlamo City SantaFB: @alamocitysantaIG: @alamocitysantaNow Watch ThisFB: @nowwatchthispodTwitter: @nowwatchthispodIG: @now_watch_this_podFeliz Christmas, Merry NavidadFB: @FCMNPodcastTwitter: Give us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

Paul says no matter what we must submit ourselves to the governing authorities. But what should a Christian do if the government is corrupt? How do you obey an authority that is immoral or unjust? This week Dr. James Boice will be discussing the authority of government and our obligation to it, right here on The Bible Study Hour. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29

Episode 9: "Dear Diary, Where Is My Dream Girl?" Amid financial troubles, Sumit wants he and Jenny to move in with his parents. Steven and Olga consider splitting up for good. Jamal meets up with Rob and Josh in Vegas before breaking news to Kim. Usman records a new hit song. Episode 10: "Dear Diary, It's All About Me" Manuel's comments on women's bodies upset Ashley on the day of her bodybuilding competition. Jenny and Sumit renew their vows. Tiffany is ready to put herself back out there. Caesar goes on a blind date. Timestamps Ep 9 Jenny and Sumit 26:02 Steven and Olga 32:27 Jamal 42:05 Usman 49:00 Ep 10 Ashley and Manuel 57:17 Tiffany aka Shoulders Mcgee 01:03:01 Cesar 01:11:10 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arrests and Charges: Former Donya Anna County Magistrate Judge Joel Kano and his wife were arrested for harboring a gang member and tampering with evidence. The gang member had incriminating photos on his cell phone, which the judge destroyed Judge Hannah Dugan from Milwaukee was arrested for obstructing an immigration arrest operation Gang Activity: The gang member harbored by Judge Kano had photos of decapitated victims on his cell phone The judge and his wife provided the gang member with assault rifles Judicial Misconduct: Judges are accused of obstructing justice and aiding criminals, with specific examples of judges helping gang members and illegal immigrants evade law enforcement Political Commentary: The discussion includes criticism of Democratic officials and judges for allegedly defying federal law enforcement and supporting illegal activities Former President Trump is praised for his immigration policies and efforts to secure the border Government Waste and Fraud: Elon Musk and the Department of Government Oversight (DOGE) uncover significant waste and fraud in government agencies, including the Institute of Peace spending money on private jets and paying a former Taliban member The Department of Education misused a COVID fund for extravagant expenses like renting Caesar's Palace Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take It Down Act: Legislation: The act aims to protect individuals, especially women and children, from revenge porn and deep fakes. Bipartisan Support: Passed by both the Senate and the House, and is headed to President Trump's desk for signing. Provisions: Makes posting non-consensual intimate images a federal felony, and mandates tech platforms to remove such content within 48 hours of notification. Personal Story: The act was inspired by a Texas girl who was victimized by deep fakes. Maryland Man Controversy: Democratic Support: Democrats are criticized for supporting an MS-13 gang member involved in domestic violence and human trafficking. Audio Evidence: Testimonies and police recordings reveal the individual's violent behavior and criminal activities. DOGE Revelations: Waste, Fraud, and Abuse: Elon Musk's DOGE team uncovers significant misuse of funds in various government agencies. Institute of Peace: Found to have paid a former Taliban member and deleted accounting records. Department of Education: Misused a $4 billion COVID fund for extravagant expenses like renting Caesar's Palace. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.