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Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 Challenge: Are we spreading the knowledge of God's victory in Christ? Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: June 15, 2025
In this episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche explore the topic of remote vs in-office work. As workplace dynamics continue to shift, they discuss how leaders and employees alike can evaluate which setup—remote, in-person, or hybrid—best supports true productivity and team culture. Drawing from personal experiences and client stories, they offer a balanced, actionable perspective for navigating this ongoing workplace debate. Remote vs In-Office Work and Company Culture: Collaboration at a Cost? The heart of the discussion centers around a key question: Which work model enables better results—remote or in-office? Rob explains that the answer isn't universal. While some workers thrive in a quiet home office, others are more engaged and effective in a collaborative, physical environment. Understanding which model best suits your team and role is the first step toward optimizing performance. Callout:“It's not about where you work—it's about how productive you are in that environment.” Hybrid Solutions in the Remote vs In-Office Work Debate Michael highlights the benefits of remote work with a real-world example: a previous role where he managed automated testing over weekends. Working from home allowed him to complete more than 60 hours of productive work while avoiding commutes and unnecessary meetings. He notes that remote work supports flexibility and work-life balance—when paired with strong expectations. However, companies often struggle with remote operations due to poor policy implementation. Without clear rules for communication, availability, and professionalism, remote teams can quickly become disorganized. Key Insight:“Remote work only works well when you create structure around it.” In-Office Work: Culture, Collaboration, and Spontaneity While remote work offers many benefits, Rob defends the value of being physically present in the office. He explains that office environments enable spontaneous collaboration, faster feedback, and a stronger sense of culture. These moments—like hallway conversations and impromptu brainstorming—are difficult to replicate remotely. Still, he warns that office settings aren't always efficient. Endless meetings, distractions, and “looking busy” can hurt productivity. The key is intentional use of in-person time to build relationships and align on priorities. Quote from Rob:“Sometimes being in the office just means more talking about work—not doing it.” Hybrid Work: The Best of Both Worlds? The hosts discuss hybrid work as a potential compromise in the remote vs in-office work debate. Hybrid models allow team members to balance deep, focused work at home with occasional in-person meetings for collaboration. Michael notes that occasional in-office days—such as once per quarter—can be enough to build trust and team cohesion without draining productivity. However, they caution that hybrid setups require even more planning. Rules for attendance, virtual etiquette, and meeting structure must be clearly defined to prevent confusion and burnout. Leadership and Culture in Any Model Both Rob and Michael emphasize that strong leadership and a defined company culture are essential—regardless of where work takes place. Businesses must provide guidance on video etiquette, work schedules, and productivity expectations. Whether employees are remote, in-office, or hybrid, leadership must equip them to succeed in their specific environments. Callout:“Success comes from clear policies and consistent culture—location is just logistics.” Final Thoughts on Remote vs In-Office Work: What Works for You? As the episode closes, the hosts challenge listeners to reflect on their own roles and teams. Make a list of pros and cons for both remote vs in-office work. Consider productivity, focus, communication needs, and personal obligations. You may discover that the best model for your business isn't either/or—but a mix that fits your goals and your people. Challenge: “Are you busy—or are you productive? That's the real question in the remote vs in-office work discussion.”
Many people desire change, but lasting transformation comes through God's Word. In today's teaching, we explore how Jesus used Scripture to overcome temptation, renew minds, and bring breakthrough. The Bible isn't just information; it's a tool for transformation.Key Scriptures from Today's Lesson:Jesus, the Living Word, Brings Change – John 8:31-32 teaches that knowing God's truth leads to freedom.Aligning with God's Word Leads to Renewal – Psalm 119:105 reminds us that Scripture is our guide in life's journey.Christ Makes Us New – 2 Corinthians 5:17 declares that in Jesus, we are a new creation.Applying Scripture Leads to Spiritual Growth – James 1:22 challenges us to not just hear the Word, but live it out.Transformation Requires Action – Joshua 1:8 encourages us to meditate on God's Word daily for success and change.Challenge: Are you seeking transformation? Start with Scripture!Read, apply, and live out God's Word. Let His truth renew your heart, mind, and actions.Subscribe & Join Us Live Weekly for More Biblical Insights!25 Days of Spiritual Growth Devotionalhttps://member.bulldozerfaith.com/product/25-days-of-spiritual-growth-devotional
In today's live Zoom teaching, we explore Paul's strong warningto the Corinthians about tolerating sin in the church and his call to puritythrough Christ, our Passover Lamb. Paul uses the imagery of leavento show how sin, when left unchecked, spreads and corrupts the entire body.Today's Lesson:The Necessity of Discipline in the local Assembly – Sin must beaddressed within the fellowship to maintain holiness and restoration (1Corinthians 5:1-2).Delivering to Satan? – Paul's phrase about handing someone over to Satanrefers to removing unrepentant sinners from fellowship, hoping it leadsto repentance (1 Corinthians 5:3-5).Sin Spreads Like Leaven – Just as yeast affects an entire batch ofdough, tolerating sin affects the entire body of Christ (1 Corinthians5:6).Christ, Our Passover Lamb – Just as Israel was commanded to removeleaven during Passover (Exodus 12:15), we are called to remove sin andlive in holiness (1 Corinthians 5:7-8).Living as Unleavened Bread – Believers must walk in sincerity and truth,free from sin and hypocrisy, through Christ's redemptive work (John1:29, 2 Corinthians 5:17).Challenge: Are you living in the purity of Christ?Paul's message calls us to examine our hearts, remove spiritualleaven, and walk in holiness and obedience.Joinus each week for live Zoom ministry times! Subscribe & turn onnotifications to stay connected.
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Send us a text✨ Sunday Recap: Ambassadors for Christ ✨This past Sunday, we were reminded that as believers, we are not just churchgoers—we are Ambassadors for Christ!
Hello to you listening in Dudley, West Midlands, UK!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Challenge: Are you struggling with articulating ideas clearly, effectively communicating with clients, or grappling with the challenge of creating compelling and memorable narratives that resonate with your audience? What about crafting emotionally meaningful stories that convey your message in a powerfully memorable way?Solution: I have a risk-taking, unorthodox solution. Let it all go. Take a few hours off. Go for a walk. Think of nothing. Appreciate the rhythm of walking. All good writing has a rhythm. All good sentences start off with a beat like that first confident footstep toward beginning anew! Enjoy the sensation of walking. Give thanks for this opportunity to clear your mind and heart.Result: When you return to your work confidently invite the story that wants to be told, the idea that is already becoming clarified, the genuine communication you wish to have to connect with others in a heartfelt way. Now you are ready to create.CTA: Need a little more? What's your project? How can I help? I'm here at info@quartermoonstoryarts.net! You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your Story Consult Session,✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.
Today, we're looking at my new favorite hymn about God's nature as Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!Questions or Feedback: UnderstandingHymns@outlook.comSubscribe on Your Preferred PlatformSupport OpportunitiesMore Faith-Building ResourcesTimestamps[00:00] - I don't know anything about the author.[00:43] - The lyrics highlight God's triune nature.[01:18] - God exists as eternal, unchanging love.[03:25] - God's triune nature should not be ignored.[07:02] - The Father's ways are perfect.[08:44] - The Son heals us from our sin.[11:57] - The Holy Spirit is our comforter.[14:14] - Challenge: Do you have a right view of God? A right relationship with Jesus?[14:57] - God must exist as multiple persons to be eternal love.[15:46] - Challenge: Are you seeking closeness to God? Or only His power?Song LyricsVerse 1:We magnify our Father God With songs of thoughtful praise; As grateful children we confess How perfect are His ways.We worship Jesus Christ our Lord Who saw our sin and pain And with the Great Physician's skill Restored our health again.Verse 2:We glorify the Holy Ghost For fellowship and aid; In changing times we find ourselves Secure and unafraid.The love of God will never change Throughout eternity; In rev'rence and thankfulness We bless the Trinity!Scripture ReferencesMalachi 3:6 - "For I am the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed."James 1:17 - "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning."Hebrews 13:7-8 - "Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation. Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever."Romans 8:35-39 - "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."1 John 4:7-16 - "Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world....
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Hello to you listening in Dudley, West Midlands, UK!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Challenge: Are you struggling with articulating ideas clearly, effectively communicating with clients, or grappling with the challenge of creating compelling and memorable narratives that resonate with your audience? What about crafting emotionally meaningful stories that convey your message in a powerfully memorable way?Solution: I have a risk-taking, unorthodox solution. Let it all go. Take a few hours off. Go for a walk. Think of nothing. Appreciate the rhythm of walking. All good writing has a rhythm. All good sentences start off with a beat like that first confident footstep toward beginning anew! Enjoy the sensation of walking. Give thanks for this opportunity to clear your mind and heart.Result: When you return to your work confidently invite the story that wants to be told, the idea that is already becoming clarified, the genuine communication you wish to have to connect with others in a heartfelt way. Now you are ready to create.CTA: Need a little more? What's your project? How can I help? I'm here at info@quartermoonstoryarts.net! You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your free Story Start-up Session,✓ Opt In to my monthly NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.
In 2018, I sat down for a special Mother's Day episode with Graeme Seabrook, a life coach and maternal health advocate, affectionately known by the thousands of mothers she supported as the "Mom for Moms." We hit it off immediately, delving deep into her Motherhood Bill of Rights and my E.P.I.C. life framework, and noticing that both had become manifestos for how we wanted to live our lives while raising our children. During that episode, we co-created what we called a Manifesto Challenge, inviting other mothers to create their own. And afterward, we would reconnect in some way each May, grateful to know that the episode and the challenge could spark an opportunity for others to reclaim themselves in motherhood. In 2021, Graeme became ill and spent the next several years in bed, visiting doctors, and coming to terms with the fact that she had somehow suffered brain damage. Along the way, she realized she would need to burn her manifesto down to the ground before creating it anew. Living and mothering through hard and sometimes life-threatening times, and now feeling a little better, she has reemerged, reframing her work in the world as a front-porch philosopher who writes about the intersection between modern motherhood and humanity. When I read a recent blog post from Graeme and realized this would be the five-year anniversary of the Manifesto Challenge, I reached out. I asked if she felt up to recording a special episode with me, where we could interview one another, reflect on the changes and challenges in our lives, and reconnect about the power of manifestos. I'm so glad that Graeme said yes to my invitation and I'm honored to share this episode with you. Our hour together was more unstructured than my typical interviews, real and unfiltered, and filled with Graeme's signature blend of laughter, tears and powerful insights. I hope you'll leave this conversation, as Graeme and I both did, open to the truth that change sometimes sucks, but that there can be unexpected joys discovered along the way, and that there is always power in owning and sharing our stories. About Graeme Seabrook : Graeme Seabrook was once a life coach and maternal mental health advocate who supported thousands of mothers. Since becoming disabled in 2021, she has reframed her work in the world and is now a front-porch philosopher who writes about the intersection between modern motherhood and humanity. When she's not tending her garden, knitting on her porch, or playing video games with her kids, you can find her on Instagram or on her website - graemeseabrook.com. Connect with Graeme Seabrook: Website | graemeseabrook.com Instagram | @graemeseabrook Learn more about one of Graeme's unexpected joys, gardening, and how you can support her with her gardening dream here. Topics Discussed in this Episode: Graeme's experience navigating illness and disability, core experiences that have shaped her life over the last two years The old and negative narratives about herself that Graeme has finally learned, in her bones, are untrue Author Octavia Butler's words that have resonated for Graeme about change, and Graeme's honest reflection that “sometimes change sucks” My wishes for Mother's Day, everything from a sauna to a million Mom manifestos The recommendation from Graeme's neurologist that resulted in a new passion, knitting, that she can do from her bed My son's knee condition, osteochondritis dissecans, a “change that sucks” and some of the unexpected joys we have discovered even in the midst of it The words of wisdom Graeme has for me, a parent trying to support a child with a physical disability What I'm embracing at this stage of my life How Graeme's husband and friends have shown up for her in amazing ways and what it has taught her about her own worthiness Graeme's commitment to write a mini-manifesto and why it's more than ok to make it small An invitation to participate in this year's 7 day Manifesto Challenge, a self-guided course Other Episodes Mentioned in this Conversation: Ep 41: Reclaiming Ourselves in Motherhood ~A Mother's Day Special~ with Graeme Seabrook https://mothersquest.com/ep41-graemeseabrook/ Ep 94: Dear Body: Reflections on Embracing and Embodying 50 https://mothersquest.com/ep-94-dear-body-reflections-on-embracing-and-embodying-50/ Ep 97: Reclaiming Our Time and Creativity through Fair Play in the Household with Eve Rodsky and special guest Co-host Caren Lettiere https://mothersquest.com/ep-97-reclaiming-our-time-and-creativity-through-fair-play-in-the-household-with-eve-rodsky-and-special-guest-co-host-caren-lettiere/ This Episode's Challenge: Are you feeling lost or trapped in motherhood? Would you like to connect with your purpose and reclaim yourself? Join us in the Mother's Quest 7-day Manifesto Challenge and explore important questions, through a self-guided course, that will help you create a manifesto as a guiding light. Let's open doors together and choose ourselves in honor of Mother's Day.. Sign up here. Mother's Quest May - Join Us! Happy Mother's Quest May! This month, we're celebrating all the incredible mothers (and those who mother!) on a quest to live an E.P.I.C. life - one that's Engaged, Purposeful, Intentional, and Connected. Mother's Day is approaching, and we want you to invest in yourself by following along as we share resources, opportunities, and inspiration. One invitation we hope you say “yes” to is our fifth annual Mother's Quest Manifesto Challenge! Create a powerful manifesto to guide your life with our 7-day course for just $7, culminating in a live celebration on Sunday May 21st 11 am PST on Zoom. Season Eight of the Mother's Quest podcast is also starting this month, featuring a special 5-year anniversary conversation with the manifesto challenge co-creator, Graeme Seabrook. Join us this Mother's Quest May as we come together to support, inspire, and uplift each other on our journeys as mothers and “whole human beings” as Graeme always says. Sign up for the Mother's Quest Manifesto Challenge, join the Mother's Quest email list and become a member of the MQ Facebook group. Invest in yourself this Mother's Day! Mother's Quest May Gift Guide Find a gift for yourself or a Mom you love! One day, Mother's Day, isn't enough, so this Gift Guide should be a source for inspiration all month long. See the specially curated items here. --- Mother's Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, Engaging mindfully with their children (E), Passionately and Purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), Investing in themselves (I), and Connecting to a strong support network (C). Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest
Emma Dotter is joined by today's devo-writer, Sam Garner, as we camp out in Genesis 9-10. Our God is a lot bigger than we oftentimes give him credit for. Today, we leave this episode with a BIGGER view of God and a deeper understanding of Genesis 9-10.Today's Challenge: Are there any areas of your life where you may be celebrating sin and inviting others into it with you? Link to Adult Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNV27BLB?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_23YV88FNJN4E08R8H7N9
Emma Dotter is in the podcast studio today helping us build a clear, biblical foundation to stand on in a world that is constantly shifting sands beneath our feet. It is vital for believers to have an accurate and truthful biblical worldview, this helps us stand firm on the Word when facing worldly pressures and trends. We are discussing this importance of this concerning marriage and gender specifically today but this foundation serves us in all areas of our walk with a perfect God in an imperfect world. Today's Challenge: Are you swayed by the ways/views of the worldly culture around you, or are you anchored firmly in the ways and word of God?
Challenge: Are you loving yourself well? How would you treat yourself differently if you loved God enough to treat His creation (you) as precious, important, and good?ChallengeLOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR – Who in your life has God given you a heart for? How can you love them well? What can you expect in return?Scriptures For Memory Last Week:“My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me, and to finish His work.”- John 4:34“Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against your neighbor. Instead, love your neighbor as yourself.”- Leviticus 19:18Readings From Last Week | Readings For Next WeekJohn 1-10John 11-21ParablesParablesLuke 10:25-37Matthew 22:1-14 Discussion Questions “The Good Samaritan” What stood out to you in the reading this week? Why?Read Deut 6:5. What does it mean to you to love the Lord with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength?Read Leviticus 19:18. What does it mean to “love your neighbor as yourself”?What does it mean to “love yourself well”? How is loving yourself well related to loving God? How might the way you love yourself affect how you love your neighbor?Read John 4:34. Why do you think Jesus had a soft spot for children, Samaritans, tax collectors vs. scribes and priests? Can you describe a time when doing the Good Work of the Father was nourishing to you? What have you learned about God's Kingdom, Jesus, and/or Spirit-led prayer this week?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.
Challenge: Are you loving yourself well? How would you treat yourself differently if you loved God enough to treat His creation (you) as precious, important, and good?ChallengeLOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR – Who in your life has God given you a heart for? How can you love them well? What can you expect in return?Scriptures For Memory Last Week:“My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me, and to finish His work.”- John 4:34“Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against your neighbor. Instead, love your neighbor as yourself.”- Leviticus 19:18Readings From Last Week | Readings For Next WeekJohn 1-10John 11-21ParablesParablesLuke 10:25-37Matthew 22:1-14 Discussion Questions “The Good Samaritan” What stood out to you in the reading this week? Why?Read Deut 6:5. What does it mean to you to love the Lord with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength?Read Leviticus 19:18. What does it mean to “love your neighbor as yourself”?What does it mean to “love yourself well”? How is loving yourself well related to loving God? How might the way you love yourself affect how you love your neighbor?Read John 4:34. Why do you think Jesus had a soft spot for children, Samaritans, tax collectors vs. scribes and priests? Can you describe a time when doing the Good Work of the Father was nourishing to you? What have you learned about God's Kingdom, Jesus, and/or Spirit-led prayer this week?
Today's learning is sponsored Sponsor a day's learning (thousands of minutes!) for only $72 click here https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/ODUwOTU= Rabbi Ami: The Aravah used on Hoshana Rabbah [or every day in the Beis Hamikdash] requires a certain measure. It must be taken on its own, not with the lulav. One cannot fulfill his obligation with the Aravah that's bound in the lulav. Summary Chizkiyah quoting Rabbi Yirmiyah from Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai: I have seen the Bnei Aliyah and they're few. If they number a thousand, my son and I are among them. If they number a hundred, my son and I are among them. If there are only two, it's my son and me. Challenge: Are the tzaddikim so few? Rava: There are 18,000 generations [or rows] of tzaddikim before Hakadosh Baruch Hu, as it states “Eighteen thousand surround him” Resolution: There are many tzaddikim who can see Hashem with a lamp but there are few who can see Him with an illuminated lamp. Challenge: Are the tzaddikim who see Hashem with an illuminated lamp so few? Abayye: The world will always have at least 36 tzaddikim [who pray properly and] greet the shechina each day as it states “Praiseworthy is he who hopes to Him” ‘Him' is gematriya 36. Resolution: There are many who enter with permission but there are few who can enter without permission. We learned in the mishna (35.6): When they finished the mitzvah they would say “Beauty belongs to you, mizbeach” Rabbi Eliezer: “Beauty belongs to Kah, and to you, mizbeach”. Challenge: How can Rabbi Eliezer put something else on the same level as Hashem? Beraisa: Anyone who combines Hashem and something else is uprooted from the world, as it states: “Only for Hashem alone”. Resolution: It means: “We thank You Kah, and we praise you, mizbeach”. We learned in the mishna (35.6): Rabbi Yochanan ben Berokah: They would bring branches of a palm tree, lulavim, and strike it on the ground beside the mizbeach. That day was called “Chibut Chariyos” [striking of the palm branches]. Rav Huna: This is because Kapos is plural (26.2), one for the lulav and one for the mizbeach.* The Chachomim maintain that it is written in the singular form, Kapas. Rabbi Levi: The lulav is taken because it represents the praise of the Am Yisroel: Just as a palm tree has only one “heart” in the center of its trunk and not in all its branches, so too the Am Yisroel only have one interest; their father in Heaven. We do not seek entertainment, arts and war, our sole interest is Hakadosh Baruch Hu. Click here to listen to the shiur with Tosfos https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g8QZ69f8xSKe8ZbUxda-K7aFoX1Mau9y/view?usp=sharing * Tosfos: We see from here that according to Rabbi Yochanan ben Brokah there was no Aravah taken in the Beis Hamikdash at all. He learns from “Kapos - Plural” just as we learned (27.4) that “Arvei - Plural” teaches the two mitzvos of Aravah. Tosfos does not remain with this pshat.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6) Preparation comes with prayer. Have you ever tried to plan a party? You make many lists from the attendees to the food. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://bit.ly/WomenofIMPACT And then a few days or weeks later, you come back only to find out that you missed some very important people including the guest of honor. Much of our lives are spent in planning. a wedding a birthday party a holiday party a funeral a graduation party a class reunion But in all of the planning, we are doing it under our own power. Some days those powers are awesome, but other times, our power falls flat. Life gets in the way. Frustration and crabbiness sets in. Children demanding attention, dinner needing to be fixed. Yet you know how important this event is; this moment in your life. 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Not long ago, I watch a movie called Twister. The film, which came out in 1996 was about a team of storm chasers in Oklahoma. The team was trying to deploy a storm research device up into a tornado. If you search for storm chasers on YouTube there are some crazy videos of people who actually chase tornadoes trying to get as close as possible for photos and video coverage.I have to admit that storm chasing is not for me. In fact, sometimes I feel like storms are chasing me. Do you ever feel that way? Storms of stress, sickness, financial difficulties, relationship problems, and work issues seem to be chasing us. Do you ever ask yourself, “Why does life have to be so hard?”There's a story in the New Testament that encourages me. In Mark 4 Jesus and his disciples were in a boat on the Sea of Galilee. After a long day of teaching, Jesus was tired and was asleep in the boat. A terrible storm came upon the sea and the boat nearly sank.Mark 4:38-41 says, The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don't you care if we drown?” He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”Jesus was asleep, the disciples were awake. But in terms of faith – the disciples were the ones asleep. Asleep to the reality of who Jesus was. Asleep to what they already knew about Jesus. Asleep to what they had already seen Jesus do. Their faith was asleep. What happens in this story is that the faith in Jesus wakes up. “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”This story reminds us that as long as Jesus is in your life you're going to be okay. He'll either calm the storm around you, or he'll calm the storm inside you. Either way, Jesus is the one who provides the peace you need.Sometimes the storms of life are confusing, so here's some truth about storms:•Everyone faces storms in their life.Some of you right now feel as if the storm clouds are gathering. Others of you may be, right now, in the worst storm of your life. What we often forget is that everyone has storms. Jesus said in Matthew 5, “He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.” Storms, problems, difficulties, and trials come to all of us. There is no exclusion. No exception. Just because you are a Christian, does not mean you will be excluded from the storms of life.•Some storms come because we are outside of God's will. We can create storms because of our sins, our mistakes, and our poor choices.•Some storms come because we are in God's willJust because you are encountering a storm in your life, does not mean necessarily that you are out of the will of God or willfully disobeying him. Every storm comes with a purpose. God's objectives. Lessons learned. Spiritual growth to be obtained. Faith to be strengthened.Here's what I love about the story of Jesus and the disciples in the boat.….Jesus rebuked the storm….not the disciples. To them he simply asked, “Why are you so afraid?If we allow them to, the storms of life provide us with opportunities to develop a deeper faith in God. There is no doubt that the experience on the sea caused the disciples to trust Jesus more than they ever had before. After all, the wind and the waves obey him.Today's Challenge: Are you in a storm right now? Does it feel as if the waves will crash over your boat. Recognize that you can trust Jesus. He is with you. Let this experience cause your faith to grow even more.
Do you like to wait? I didn't think so. I can't remember ever hearing someone say they enjoy waiting. We know that patience is a fruit of the Spirit, but nobody actually likes to wait. Yet everyday we're forced to wait – sometimes for things we need and sometimes for things we want, and often we have to wait on people.Statistics show that the average person spends close to an hour everyday waiting for something – elevators, traffic lights, your turn at the intersection, your turn to pay at the grocery store, a cup of coffee, a table or your food at a restaurant, the computer file to download, and even the microwave…which is supposed to keep us from waiting for the oven!When you add up all that waiting over a lifespan of 70 years, the average person will spend more than 3 years of their lives WAITING for something to happen.But as difficult as it is to wait on ordinary things in life, it's really hard to wait on God. It's my guess you are waiting on God right now. You have a need you have praying about and you are waiting on God to answer. I believe that is true for most of us. Maybe you are waiting on:An opportunity or an open doorA place to serve GodGod to provide a spouse and someone you can share your life withAn opportunity to go back to schoolWe all are waitingToday is was reading in Exodus and I came across a small verse that stopped me in my tracks. It's found in Exodus 7:7. It says, “Moses was eighty years old and Aaron eighty-three when they spoke to Pharaoh.”Let that sink in for a moment. Moses was 80 years old and Aaron was 83 years old when their ministry began, not when it ended. They were finally old enough to fulfill God's purpose for their lives. Our culture today puts a lot of value on youth. We all understand this. There is something powerful about having your life ahead of you with all of the possibilities and opportunities. But this focus on youth should not be to the exclusion of those who are older in age. I want to speak to those of you who are listening who may be in your sixties, seventies, or even eighties. You are not to old for God to use your life. In fact, you might just be getting started with what God wants to do in your life.If you have read the story of Moses' life in the Book of Exodus, you know he tried to take God's timing into his own hands. He saw the Hebrews being oppressed so he killed an Egyptian and buried him in the sand. This was not God's timing or his plan.Moses learned what we have to learn. It's not easy to wait for God's timing.God knows what he is doing. His delays are always on purpose. When we dare to live by God's timing, great things happen.Psalm 27:13-14 - “I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living! Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”There is something wonderfully freeing about trusting God. It is exciting to see what God will do. When the doors seem closed it is important to wait and see what door God will open. When the door is open it is exciting to see how God will equip you to meet the present challenge. The life of faith is an adventure. Lamentations 3:25 - “The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.”Today's Challenge: Are you in a season of waiting on God? If so, recognize that waiting can be a part of God's purpose. Give God your frustration and ask him for contentment. Decide to trust his plan, his purpose, and his timing.
One of the most quoted verses in scripture is a small verse tucked into the longest chapter in the Bible. Psalm 119:105 - “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”Often times the simple things are the most profound and impactful things. Listen again to what the verse says, “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”The picture is a person walking at night. It's dark, but thankfully, they have a lamp. In the Old Testament times, living without the benefit of electricity and batteries, a lamp would be the only way you could see at night. Small, olive-oil lamps were common. Everyone had one. If you were walking to a neighbors house at night, the lamp would provide light, but just enough for your next step.Several times, I have driven from my home here in California to my parents home in Texas. There are some long and lonely stretches out in west Texas, that are pitch black at night. The only way we can drive in a place that dark, the only way we can see is with the use of the headlights on our car. Our headlights never shine all the way to our destination; they illuminate only about 160 feet ahead. But that doesn't deter us from moving forward. We trust our headlights.Someone has observed, "He who carries a lantern on a dark road at night sees only one step ahead. When he takes that step, the lamp moves forward and another step is made plain. He finally reaches his destination in safety without once walking in darkness. All the way is lighted, but only a single step at a time. This is the method of God's guidance.”God's word will show you the next step. It's been my experience that God doesn't always show us the big picture for our lives. He wants us to trust him one step at a time. Today, you and I live in troublesome times. The American culture can now be describes as post-christian. There seems to be no such thing as right and wrong. Fear, anxiety, stress, anger, and frustration are at all time highs. There is strife and conflict in families, the workplace, schools, the government, and even in churches.How can we move forward? We cannot without the truth of scripture lighting our path. If we study God's Word, if we listen for his voice, we will find the next step for our lives.You may not see the long term future, but that's ok. All you need to know is your next step…and God loves to show us the next step.Without the light of God's Word, we can't see our next step. We don't have the guidance and direction we need to know where to place our foot. Without this light we take steps that seem right to us, but are outside of God's will. We can take dangerous steps. We can take steps that lead us into deception. We can take steps that lead us away from God.The Bible helps us walk the way God wants us to walk. In 1 John 1:7 the scripture again says we are to walk in the light. “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.” Walking in the light is only possible if we use the Word of God.Lighting the little olive-oil lamp would be a necessity everyday for a Jewish family. You can see a mother lighting the lamp in the early morning to get ready for the day. We can imagine the family gathered around this small lamp in the evenings as they have dinner together. The lamp was a daily necessity.So it is with us. The light we receive from God's Word is a daily necessity. Without it we walk in darkness. We can't turn to this light only in times of trouble. It must light our paths on a daily basis.Today's Challenge: Are you wandering in darkness? Are you looking for your next step but you can't see where to go? Determine you will make God's Word a part of your daily life. Let his word be a lamp to your feet and a light to your path.
Can I ask you a question: Do you have “crutches” that you lean on? Relationships, close friend, spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend, reputation, popularity, job, finances, or health? If you find yourself saying, “I don't know what I would do without…. I don't know what I would do if I didn't have…” you might be leaning on a crutch. A crutch can help you get through a hard time, but a crutch was never meant to be permanent.If I break my ankle and walk with a crutch, you would understand that. It might take six weeks for my ankle to heal, but eventually you would expect me to walk on my own. At some point you would expect me to get rid of the crutch. If three years later I still have the crutch, you know there's a problem.If we are not careful we tend to hold on too tightly to things and people. We tend to put our trust in things that are visible, you know, those things that are right in front of us. We crave a sense of personal security. We say, “As long as I have this…or that, I know I'll be okay.”The danger here is that these crutches tend to take the place of God in our life. Instead of our trust being in God, we place our trust in people and things. This is idolatry and that's a problem. God wants us to find our security completely in Him. Everything else is temporary and somewhat unreliable. What would you do if suddenly the things in your life that bring you security were gone?Proverbs 3:5-6 - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”What keeps us from trusting God with all of our hearts? Our real problem is that we have misplaced our security. We find security in things that are temporary. So often these things fail and disappoint us. Instead, we need to learn to put our security in God who is the same yesterday, today, and forever.ILL: Story of Randy Reid, a 34 year old welder who was working near the top of a newly constructed water tower outside of Chicago. He slipped and fell 110 feed to the ground. He barely missed hitting rocks and debris and landed in a six-foot pile of soft sand near the base of the tower. Miraculously he only suffered a bruised lung. Ironically, when the paramedics were carrying him to the ambulance, he kept asking, “you aren't going to drop me are you?” The guy falls off an 11 story water tower and lives, only to be concerned about a stretcher ride three feet above the ground.Are you questioning God's ability to carry you? Life brings us much uncertainty: the health of our marriage, sky rocketing college tuition, aging parents, the insecurity of our jobs, the loneliness of being single, rejection of people we thought were our friends, depression, and the list goes on.We are learning that people and things will come and go. Only God offers lasting security. When you lose something in your life that was a great source of security, you have a tremendous opportunity to stop trusting in the things the world offers up for security, and you begin to learn to trust God.True security is only found in Jesus Christ. No matter how many friends you have, no matter how much money you have in the bank, without Jesus you have no security.Today's Challenge: Are you willing to completely trust Jesus with your life? With your health? With your family? With your future?Visit the website: 5MinuteDiscipleship.comFollow on social:Facebook.com/5minutediscipleshipInstagram.com/5minutediscipleship
Welcome to The Big Idea of the Week!On today’s Broken Brain Podcast, our host, Dhru Purohit talks to us about how to stop struggling by turning our struggles into challenges.Dhru’s shares with us something he wrote called, “Struggle or Challenge?” Are you in a struggle or challenge?-A struggle is a burden.-A challenge is an opportunity.-A struggle is, “I can’t wait for this to be done.”-A challenge is, “I can’t wait to see where this goes.”-A struggle is being in one place, but needing to be in another.-A challenge is fully being where you are, not needing to be anywhere else.-A struggle is, “How can I get out?”-A challenge is, “What more can I give?”-A struggle is resistance.-A challenge is acceptance.Think about something important to you that you’re working on improving: a relationship, a project, a goal. Now think about the energy around the thing you picked. Are you in a struggle or are you in a challenge?On the surface a struggle and a challenge look like the same thing. They are both tough. The biggest difference though is the energy around them. Plain and simple, a struggle is a challenge that is filled with resistance.Is there something in your life that you’re struggling with that could be turned into a challenge? It can happen, all it takes is a mental shift.For more on Dhru Purohit, be sure to follow him on Instagram @dhrupurohit, on Facebook @dhruxpurohit, on Twitter @dhrupurohit, and on YouTube @dhrupurohit. You can also text Dhru at (302) 200-5643.Interested in joining Dhru’s Broken Brain Podcast Facebook Community? Submit your request to join here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.3 Makkos Daf 16 B (9 lines Dn)*Rabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: Are there no more than two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty? What about Pei’ah? If it was already turned into flour, the opportunity to separate _pei’ah_ is ruined. One would be liable for _malkos_ even if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo._ *Summary* *Resolution: Rabbi Yochanan excludes Pei’ah in accordance with the opinion of Rabbi Yishmael* who says that _pei’ah_ can even be set aside once it was turned into dough.*Challenge: What if he consumed the dough?* Even Rabbi Yishmael would agree that he ruined any opportunity to fulfill the _eseh_ in such a case. *Resolution:* The second case of Rabbi Yochanan (24.5) was *indeed Pei’ah.* Rabbi Elazar’s opinion (24.6) that _oneis_ is the second case, was based on the statement of Ameimar (25.1) that a _neder_ contingent on the public’s opinion cannot be revoked. However *this rule does not apply to a case of a _mitzvah._* _(See 25.1; it is impossible to revoke it because it would require the public’s consent. However in the case of a mitzvah we can assume the public would consent)._ Since there is an eseh for the oneis to take her as a wife, he cannot swear her off effectively.There was a mikra teacher who was too rough with the boys. *Rav Acha forced him to take a _neder al daas rabim_* that he will never teach boys again. *Ravina reinstated him* because they could not find another teacher who was so precise. [Since it was a _mitzvah_ to have him teaching the boys, Ravina overruled the _neder al daas rabim]. (We also see that it’s a mitzvah to teach chumash with precision; Yoav ben Tzeruyah was taught “zachar Amalek” instead of “zecher Amalek” and it led to a great error in practice)._ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.3 Makkos Daf 16 B (9 lines Dn)*Rabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: Are there no more than two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty? What about Pei’ah? If it was already turned into flour, the opportunity to separate _pei’ah_ is ruined. One would be liable for _malkos_ even if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo._*Summary**Resolution: Rabbi Yochanan excludes Pei’ah in accordance with the opinion of Rabbi Yishmael* who says that _pei’ah_ can even be set aside once it was turned into dough.*Challenge: What if he consumed the dough?* Even Rabbi Yishmael would agree that he ruined any opportunity to fulfill the _eseh_ in such a case.*Resolution:* The second case of Rabbi Yochanan (24.5) was *indeed Pei’ah.*Rabbi Elazar’s opinion (24.6) that _oneis_ is the second case, was based on the statement of Ameimar (25.1) that a _neder_ contingent on the public’s opinion cannot be revoked. However *this rule does not apply to a case of a _mitzvah._* _(See 25.1; it is impossible to revoke it because it would require the public’s consent. However in the case of a mitzvah we can assume the public would consent)._ Since there is an eseh for the oneis to take her as a wife, he cannot swear her off effectively.There was a mikra teacher who was too rough with the boys. *Rav Acha forced him to take a _neder al daas rabim_* that he will never teach boys again. *Ravina reinstated him* because they could not find another teacher who was so precise. [Since it was a _mitzvah_ to have him teaching the boys, Ravina overruled the _neder al daas rabim]. (We also see that it’s a mitzvah to teach chumash with precision; Yoav ben Tzeruyah was taught “zachar Amalek” instead of “zecher Amalek” and it led to a great error in practice)._ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.2 Makkos Daf 16 A (Bottom line)*Today’s learning sponsoredSponsor a day's learning (thousands of minutes!) for only $50 *click here:*https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/ODUwOTURabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: Are there no more than two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty? What about a case of a _mashkon_ ? The Torah states “Do not enter his house to collect a collateral” and “You should return it”.Resolution: Since this is a case of monetary obligation, he does not receive _malkos._*Summary**Challenge:* What about *the collateral of a _ger_ ?* [When a _ger_ passes away without children there are no heirs, and he had destroyed the collateral and can no longer pay it back].*Resolution: He has not ruined his opportunity of fulfilling the _eseh,_* it was ruined by the ger’s death _[destroying the collateral has no bearing on fulfilling the eseh. It is only the ger’s death which ruins the opportunity to fulfill the eseh, and the death was not caused by the debtor]._*Challenge: What about Pei’ah?* The Torah states “Do not cut everything down” and “You shall leave over for the poor and needy”.This carries a _malkos_ liability *even if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo,_* as we’ve learned in a _mishna:_It is a _mitzvah_ to separate _pei’ah_ from the standing grain. If he didn’t, he must separate from the sheaves. If he didn’t, he must separate from the threshed grain _(even though it would seem that it underwent a change)._ If he didn’t and winnowed it he must now separate maaser and then he must separate pei’ah._[If however it was already turned into flour, the opportunity to fulfill pei’ah is ruined, thus we see a case of a lav hanitak l’eseh where it is possible to ruin the opportunity for the eseh!]._ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.2 Makkos Daf 16 A (Bottom line)*Today’s learning sponsoredSponsor a day's learning (thousands of minutes!) for only $50 *click here:* https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/ODUwOTU Rabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: Are there no more than two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty? What about a case of a _mashkon_ ? The Torah states “Do not enter his house to collect a collateral” and “You should return it”.Resolution: Since this is a case of monetary obligation, he does not receive _malkos._ *Summary* *Challenge:* What about *the collateral of a _ger_ ?* [When a _ger_ passes away without children there are no heirs, and he had destroyed the collateral and can no longer pay it back]. *Resolution: He has not ruined his opportunity of fulfilling the _eseh,_* it was ruined by the ger’s death _[destroying the collateral has no bearing on fulfilling the eseh. It is only the ger’s death which ruins the opportunity to fulfill the eseh, and the death was not caused by the debtor]._ *Challenge: What about Pei’ah?* The Torah states “Do not cut everything down” and “You shall leave over for the poor and needy”.This carries a _malkos_ liability *even if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo,_* as we’ve learned in a _mishna:_ It is a _mitzvah_ to separate _pei’ah_ from the standing grain. If he didn’t, he must separate from the sheaves. If he didn’t, he must separate from the threshed grain _(even though it would seem that it underwent a change)._ If he didn’t and winnowed it he must now separate maaser and then he must separate pei’ah._[If however it was already turned into flour, the opportunity to fulfill pei’ah is ruined, thus we see a case of a lav hanitak l’eseh where it is possible to ruin the opportunity for the eseh!]._ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.1 Makkos Daf 16 A (10 lines Up)**Today’s learning sponsored*לעילוי נשמת זקינתי האשה החשובה מרת יוטל בת ר' יוסף ע"ה, תנצב"הSponsor a day's learning (thousands of minutes!) for only $50 click hereRabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: How can an oneis receive _malkos_ if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo?!_*Summary**Rav Shimi of Chozna’ah:* If the ex-husband *accepted _kiddushin_ on her behalf,* he has ruined his opportunity to marry her.*Rava:* If she authorized him to accept the _kiddushin,_ then *she is the one* who ruined his opportunity [and he does not receive _malkos_ ]. If he wasn’t authorized, *his actions have no validity!**Rav Shimi of Neharda’a:* In a case where the husband makes *a public _neder_* not to benefit from her, he can no longer marry her and he has ruined his opportunity.*Challenge:* Whether *a _public_ neder can be revoked* is a matter of dispute. If it can be revoked, this husband has not ruined his opportunity.*Resolution:* It’s a case where the husband made *a _neder al daas rabim_* _(contingent on the public’s opinion, this cannot be revoked since the entire public - every jew - would have to be consulted for his opinion)_ as per Ameimar.*Ameimar:* A public _neder_ can be revoked. *A _neder_ contingent on the public’s opinion cannot be revoked.**Challenge: Are there no more than two* _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty?*What about _gezel_ ?* The Torah states “Do not steal” and “Return what was stolen”.*Or a _mashkon_ ?* The Torah states “Do not enter his house to collect a collateral” and “You should return it”.Both of these cases *can incur the malkos penalty even according to _bitlo v’lo bitlo,_* in a case where the stolen object or the collateral is destroyed.*Resolution: Since these are cases of monetary obligation, he does not receive _malkos_* (5.3). [Tosfos: Even if he destroyed the stolen item, he always has an obligation to pay].*Challenge:* What about *the collateral of a _ger_ ?* [When a _ger_ passes away without children there are no heirs, and he can no longer pay it back].*Resolution: He has not ruined his opportunity of fulfilling the _eseh,_* it was ruined by the _ger’s_ death. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
*25.1 Makkos Daf 16 A (10 lines Up)* *Today’s learning sponsored* לעילוי נשמת זקינתי האשה החשובה מרת יוטל בת ר' יוסף ע"ה, תנצב"הSponsor a day's learning (thousands of minutes!) for only $50 click hereRabbi Yochanan: Shiluach Hakan is one of only two _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a malkos penalty.Rabbi Elazar, the other one is Oneis.Challenge: How can an oneis receive _malkos_ if we hold _bitlo v’lo bitlo?!_ *Summary**Rav Shimi of Chozna’ah:* If the ex-husband *accepted _kiddushin_ on her behalf,* he has ruined his opportunity to marry her.*Rava:* If she authorized him to accept the _kiddushin,_ then *she is the one* who ruined his opportunity [and he does not receive _malkos_ ]. If he wasn’t authorized, *his actions have no validity!* *Rav Shimi of Neharda’a:* In a case where the husband makes *a public _neder_* not to benefit from her, he can no longer marry her and he has ruined his opportunity.*Challenge:* Whether *a _public_ neder can be revoked* is a matter of dispute. If it can be revoked, this husband has not ruined his opportunity.*Resolution:* It’s a case where the husband made *a _neder al daas rabim_* _(contingent on the public’s opinion, this cannot be revoked since the entire public - every jew - would have to be consulted for his opinion)_ as per Ameimar. *Ameimar:* A public _neder_ can be revoked. *A _neder_ contingent on the public’s opinion cannot be revoked.* *Challenge: Are there no more than two* _lav hanitak l’esehs_ that have the possibility of carrying a _malkos_ penalty? *What about _gezel_ ?* The Torah states “Do not steal” and “Return what was stolen”. *Or a _mashkon_ ?* The Torah states “Do not enter his house to collect a collateral” and “You should return it”.Both of these cases *can incur the malkos penalty even according to _bitlo v’lo bitlo,_* in a case where the stolen object or the collateral is destroyed. *Resolution: Since these are cases of monetary obligation, he does not receive _malkos_* (5.3). [Tosfos: Even if he destroyed the stolen item, he always has an obligation to pay].*Challenge:* What about *the collateral of a _ger_ ?* [When a _ger_ passes away without children there are no heirs, and he can no longer pay it back]. *Resolution: He has not ruined his opportunity of fulfilling the _eseh,_* it was ruined by the _ger’s_ death. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Message on Acts 9:23-43 Summary of Acts 9:1-22 Saul was on his way to persecute the disciples of Jesus when he had a supernatural encounter with Jesus! Saul is blinded for three days, which he spends in prayer, until Ananias, sent by God, prays for his sight to be restored and for the Holy Spirit to come upon him. Saul gets baptised immediately and begins to preach that Jesus is the Son of God! Live by faith (in Jesus) or live in fear (of people). Challenge: Are you living by faith or living in fear? Be ready and willing to share the Gospel, anytime, anywhere, with anyone. Challenge: Are you like Barnabas or are you like the unnamed disciples who feared Saul? Are you ready to share your testimony at any time, willing to share the Gospel? Believe in the power of God and believe that He can use you to bless others! Challenge: Are you available to God and exercising your gifts for His glory? God bless you! Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Message on Acts 9:23-43 Summary of Acts 9:1-22 Saul was on his way to persecute the disciples of Jesus when he had a supernatural encounter with Jesus! Saul is blinded for three days, which he spends in prayer, until Ananias, sent by God, prays for his sight to be restored and for the Holy Spirit to come upon him. Saul gets baptised immediately and begins to preach that Jesus is the Son of God! Live by faith (in Jesus) or live in fear (of people). Challenge: Are you living by faith or living in fear? Be ready and willing to share the Gospel, anytime, anywhere, with anyone. Challenge: Are you like Barnabas or are you like the unnamed disciples who feared Saul? Are you ready to share your testimony at any time, willing to share the Gospel? Believe in the power of God and believe that He can use you to bless others! Challenge: Are you available to God and exercising your gifts for His glory? God bless you! Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Message on Acts 9:1-22 Summary of Acts 8 Stephen is stoned to death with Saul’s approval. Persecution has broken out against those following the Way (of Jesus). God uses Philip to share the Good News with those in Samaria and with a eunuch of great authority under Candace the queen of the Ethiopians. Amidst persecution and hardship, God’s will can’t be thwarted. We are either led by our flesh OR led by God’s Holy Spirit. Challenge: Are you like “Saul”? Do you deal with a “Saul” as Christ would want you to? Comfort: Even if there is a “Saul” wanting to bring us down, the LORD is on our side! What we do with an encounter with God is our choice. Challenge: Have you asked the most important question ever: Who are You, Lord? Comfort: God will not turn away anyone who submits to Him, no matter who they are! When we humble ourselves and obey God, God’s will is done, people are transformed and we are blessed! Challenge: When God calls you, do you respond? Do you obey? Comfort: God loves us, even when we chicken out! Don’t downplay who Jesus is and what He’s called us to do. Who God saves, God uses! Challenge: What’s stopping you from stepping up to serve God? Comfort: God can use anyone, even us! God bless you! Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Message on Acts 9:1-22 Summary of Acts 8 Stephen is stoned to death with Saul's approval. Persecution has broken out against those following the Way (of Jesus). God uses Philip to share the Good News with those in Samaria and with a eunuch of great authority under Candace the queen of the Ethiopians. Amidst persecution and hardship, God's will can't be thwarted. We are either led by our flesh OR led by God's Holy Spirit. Challenge: Are you like “Saul”? Do you deal with a “Saul” as Christ would want you to? Comfort: Even if there is a “Saul” wanting to bring us down, the LORD is on our side! What we do with an encounter with God is our choice. Challenge: Have you asked the most important question ever: Who are You, Lord? Comfort: God will not turn away anyone who submits to Him, no matter who they are! When we humble ourselves and obey God, God's will is done, people are transformed and we are blessed! Challenge: When God calls you, do you respond? Do you obey? Comfort: God loves us, even when we chicken out! Don't downplay who Jesus is and what He's called us to do. Who God saves, God uses! Challenge: What's stopping you from stepping up to serve God? Comfort: God can use anyone, even us! God bless you! Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Message on Acts 8 Summary of Acts 7 The Holy Spirit speaks through Stephen, recounting Israel's history and God's hand upon them and accuses them of being “stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears” and always resisting the Holy Spirit, at which point, Stephen is stoned to death as Saul watches and consents, approves of this murder. God allowed persecution achieves God ordained purpose (v1-8) Challenge: Is your faith in Jesus strong enough to face hardships and persecution? Transforming faith that saves the soul is evident in a transformed life (v9-25) Challenge: Are you allowing the Holy Spirit to change you from the insider, to be like Jesus OR like Simon, are you poisoned by bitterness and bound by iniquity? Go where God leads you to go, not where you want to go or think you should be Challenge: Are you obedient to God/the Holy Spirit or yourself? Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Message on Acts 8 Summary of Acts 7 The Holy Spirit speaks through Stephen, recounting Israel’s history and God’s hand upon them and accuses them of being “stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears” and always resisting the Holy Spirit, at which point, Stephen is stoned to death as Saul watches and consents, approves of this murder. God allowed persecution achieves God ordained purpose (v1-8) Challenge: Is your faith in Jesus strong enough to face hardships and persecution? Transforming faith that saves the soul is evident in a transformed life (v9-25) Challenge: Are you allowing the Holy Spirit to change you from the insider, to be like Jesus OR like Simon, are you poisoned by bitterness and bound by iniquity? Go where God leads you to go, not where you want to go or think you should be Challenge: Are you obedient to God/the Holy Spirit or yourself? Learn more about Acts like Church (previously Calvary Chapel Brisbane) here: https://www.actslikechurch.com
Access all podcast episodes here. How are you finding & where are you finding your dream modern marketing role? Listen for some alternative resources to those marketing job boards and learn this one thinking exercise that you should do before you start your marketing role search. Popular roles that you may be searching for at Associate, Specialist or Manager levels: Digital PR & Marketing Communications Content Marketing Search Marketing Social Media or Community Email Marketing/CRM/Automation Sales & Business Development Analyst Growth Marketing The 6 Career Factors That You Should Rank (1 = high priority, 6 = low priority): Balance - work/life - Ready to invest in yourself (50-60+ hrs per week) or do you need to work a side gig or play xbox? Challenge - Are you ready to be uncomfortable - learn a ton - be pushed -- or do you want to coast? Company - Are you dying to work at Google or Facebook? Or a culture-centric company w a focused mission and purpose? Location - Ready to relo? Must live close to family? Need to work remotely? Title - Must have a manager title? Believe it or not, this still matters to some. Salary - Can you live off of 35k per year or do you have certain expenses that are out of your control? Then... a) Review your top 3. Those should provide you with clarity on where/how you start your search. b) Ask someone you trust to rank the same 6 factors for you. If similar = keep moving. If different = rethink your priorities..try it again next month. Where You Can Find Those Marketing Roles: Other than indeed/ziprecruiter TheMuse.com RemoteOk.io Quora.com - Ask a question. Inbound.org Local American Marketing Association (ama.org) Alumni Association FB groups Slack.com channels Linkedin Profile- focus on keywords & content for roles you've had or roles you want Meetup.com - Search a topic. Go to the meetup. Grow your network. Connect with us: Twitter - @erikharbison , LinkedIn , or via email: erik (at) themarketinghelp (dot) co Subscribe to The Marketing Help newsletter - get the guides and templates to advance your career - themarketinghelp.co/subscribe Happy Marketing.
Still not practicing gratitude? Maybe you think this is just another woo-woo trend and you rather spend more time researching real stuff why you can't achieve your goals. If this is you, you've got to listen to this episode… gratitude has been researched with more than 40 studies (as of 2012) with nothing but positive benefits on us, human beings, even more especially when it comes to changing our mindset and relationship to food... The incredible element of gratitude practice is that: It's free and no negative risk associated with it! Why Practice Gratitude? Is it possible that if you carry that day-to-day throughout the year, you would have the same feeling and the same mood. Research and studies have looked at the benefits of gratitude and gratefulness practice and how it can help us. I'm going to look at those studies from the perspective of changing our relationship to food, craving, emotional eating and binging and how it can help us. I know it does, but many people think that this is just woo woo. They think that this is not real stuff, that what can help me or give me results is a new set of calorie-counting, macro or diet. Well, let me tell you, this is not the reason why you are overeating, obsessing about food, why you are eating on the couch at night. It has to do with your emotions! The crazy thing about gratitude is that it can regulate our emotions. For those of us who overeat, crave and emotional eat, we use food to regulate our emotions. What about if we were to use gratitude to prevent our emotions getting all out of whack, can it really help us? Let me share with you 6 powerful benefits of gratitude how it can help you regulate your mood, prevent binging, overeating and emotional eating, but will make you healthier and help you achieve your goals. 6 Powerful Benefits of Gratitude 1. Gratitude makes us happier. A five-minute a day gratitude journal can increase your long-term well-being by more than 10 percent. That's the same impact as doubling your income! When you write down things that you're grateful for, it brings the positive aspect of your life top of mind and you carry that throughout the day. 2. Gratitude makes us more likable. Gratitude generates social capital – in two studies with 243 total participants, those who were 10% more grateful than average had 17.5% more social capital. It means that people like them better. Gratitude makes us nicer, more trusting, more social, and more appreciative. We know that we don't like to be associated with people who are negative, pessimists and those who are always complaining.When we have good social relationship, we eat less. 3. Gratitude makes us healthier. This is where you hit the jack pot when it comes to data…There are several studies that show how gratitude has a physical impact on your body. 16% fewer physical symptoms, you can have better sleep and the list goes on… 4. Gratitude increases self-esteem. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology found that gratitude increased athletes' self-esteem, an essential component to optimal performance. It makes us worth it and able to receive better because we know we are worth it. Everyday, as we practice gratitude, we see how good our life is. 5. Gratitude improves psychological health. Gratitude reduces a multitude of toxic emotions, from envy and resentment to frustration and regret. It was found to increase happiness and decrease depression. 6. Gratitude increases mental strength. For years, research has shown gratitude not only reduces stress, but it may also play a major role in overcoming trauma. Recognizing all that you have to be thankful for, even during the worst times, fosters resilience. Take the Challenge Are you convinced yet to practice gratitude in your life, so you can regulate your emotions at the root and not use food to control emotion? I am speaking based on my personal experience. The idea of gratitude came to me at the point in my life where I wanted to stop overeating and craving. I have tried everything for my physical body. I was left with this other thing and since I have nothing to lose, I just dove in and tried. It was a 30-day challenge to write 3 things that I am grateful about and why. I did this every morning when I woke up. But remember that it is critical to know why we are grateful. Now, my mindset has changed and I am reaping the benefits of gratitude in my life. If you are not yet practicing gratitude in your life, I challenge you to take a pen and a notebook. Put it beside your bed and write 3 things that you are grateful for and why. Take 5 minutes every morning when you wake up and do this exercise for the next 30 days. Be amazed at how gratitude can change your life! Last week's episode, we had Christina Grenga and she talked about the surprising link between faith and health. I suggest you check it out! You can listen to the episode here. Be sure to check back every Sunday and Thursday for a new episode, and head over to iTunes to subscribe so we can freshly deliver new episode directly to your device every time we release a new episode. If you enjoy the show and would love to encourage and support my work leave me an honest review using this link, click here . For a podcaster like me, reviews are like fuel… I would appreciate hearing from you more than I could possibly say! Here's a quick tutorial on “How to leave a review “! Links mentioned in this episode: Article including 26 studies about gratitude: http://happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/ Counting Blessing versus Burden studies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12585811 The Crave Cure: https://stephaniedodier.com/cravecure Beyond The Food Community: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/community How you can reach Stephanie: Website: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/StephanieDodiernutrition Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephdodier/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/stephaniedodier Email: info@stephaniedodier.com Got a question for Stephanie you'd like her to answer, or just want to join our community of women? Our free and private community: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/community Sponsor Going Beyond the Food Academy End Food Obsession ***For your information – some links above may be my affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you click on it and make a purchase. Doing so will NOT entail any additional cost to you, but will help me tremendously. Your support is SO greatly appreciated, so thank you in advance if you choose to do so***
Still not practicing gratitude? Maybe you think this is just another woo-woo trend and you rather spend more time researching real stuff why you can’t achieve your goals. If this is you, you’ve got to listen to this episode… gratitude has been researched with more than 40 studies (as of 2012) with nothing but positive benefits on us, human beings, even more especially when it comes to changing our mindset and relationship to food... The incredible element of gratitude practice is that: It’s free and no negative risk associated with it! Why Practice Gratitude? Is it possible that if you carry that day-to-day throughout the year, you would have the same feeling and the same mood. Research and studies have looked at the benefits of gratitude and gratefulness practice and how it can help us. I’m going to look at those studies from the perspective of changing our relationship to food, craving, emotional eating and binging and how it can help us. I know it does, but many people think that this is just woo woo. They think that this is not real stuff, that what can help me or give me results is a new set of calorie-counting, macro or diet. Well, let me tell you, this is not the reason why you are overeating, obsessing about food, why you are eating on the couch at night. It has to do with your emotions! The crazy thing about gratitude is that it can regulate our emotions. For those of us who overeat, crave and emotional eat, we use food to regulate our emotions. What about if we were to use gratitude to prevent our emotions getting all out of whack, can it really help us? Let me share with you 6 powerful benefits of gratitude how it can help you regulate your mood, prevent binging, overeating and emotional eating, but will make you healthier and help you achieve your goals. 6 Powerful Benefits of Gratitude 1. Gratitude makes us happier. A five-minute a day gratitude journal can increase your long-term well-being by more than 10 percent. That’s the same impact as doubling your income! When you write down things that you’re grateful for, it brings the positive aspect of your life top of mind and you carry that throughout the day. 2. Gratitude makes us more likable. Gratitude generates social capital – in two studies with 243 total participants, those who were 10% more grateful than average had 17.5% more social capital. It means that people like them better. Gratitude makes us nicer, more trusting, more social, and more appreciative. We know that we don’t like to be associated with people who are negative, pessimists and those who are always complaining.When we have good social relationship, we eat less. 3. Gratitude makes us healthier. This is where you hit the jack pot when it comes to data…There are several studies that show how gratitude has a physical impact on your body. 16% fewer physical symptoms, you can have better sleep and the list goes on… 4. Gratitude increases self-esteem. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology found that gratitude increased athletes’ self-esteem, an essential component to optimal performance. It makes us worth it and able to receive better because we know we are worth it. Everyday, as we practice gratitude, we see how good our life is. 5. Gratitude improves psychological health. Gratitude reduces a multitude of toxic emotions, from envy and resentment to frustration and regret. It was found to increase happiness and decrease depression. 6. Gratitude increases mental strength. For years, research has shown gratitude not only reduces stress, but it may also play a major role in overcoming trauma. Recognizing all that you have to be thankful for, even during the worst times, fosters resilience. Take the Challenge Are you convinced yet to practice gratitude in your life, so you can regulate your emotions at the root and not use food to control emotion? I am speaking based on my personal experience. The idea of gratitude came to me at the point in my life where I wanted to stop overeating and craving. I have tried everything for my physical body. I was left with this other thing and since I have nothing to lose, I just dove in and tried. It was a 30-day challenge to write 3 things that I am grateful about and why. I did this every morning when I woke up. But remember that it is critical to know why we are grateful. Now, my mindset has changed and I am reaping the benefits of gratitude in my life. If you are not yet practicing gratitude in your life, I challenge you to take a pen and a notebook. Put it beside your bed and write 3 things that you are grateful for and why. Take 5 minutes every morning when you wake up and do this exercise for the next 30 days. Be amazed at how gratitude can change your life! Last week’s episode, we had Christina Grenga and she talked about the surprising link between faith and health. I suggest you check it out! You can listen to the episode here. Be sure to check back every Sunday and Thursday for a new episode, and head over to iTunes to subscribe so we can freshly deliver new episode directly to your device every time we release a new episode. If you enjoy the show and would love to encourage and support my work leave me an honest review using this link, click here . For a podcaster like me, reviews are like fuel… I would appreciate hearing from you more than I could possibly say! Here’s a quick tutorial on “How to leave a review “! Links mentioned in this episode: Article including 26 studies about gratitude: http://happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/ Counting Blessing versus Burden studies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12585811 The Crave Cure: https://stephaniedodier.com/cravecure Beyond The Food Community: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/community How you can reach Stephanie: Website: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/StephanieDodiernutrition Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephdodier/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/stephaniedodier Email: info@stephaniedodier.com Got a question for Stephanie you’d like her to answer, or just want to join our community of women? Our free and private community: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/community Sponsor Going Beyond the Food Academy End Food Obsession ***For your information – some links above may be my affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you click on it and make a purchase. Doing so will NOT entail any additional cost to you, but will help me tremendously. Your support is SO greatly appreciated, so thank you in advance if you choose to do so***
I Love My Shepherd 15 – Building Genuine Relationship through Genuine Questions Opening spiritual conversations through asking questions about things that matter - Interesting blog on the origin of the Diogenes Laertius proverb/quote https://sententiaeantiquae.com/2016/05/15/two-ears-one-mouth-hunting-a-proverb-from-zeno-to-pauls-mom/ Churchless - https://www.amazon.com/Churchless-Understanding-Todays-Unchurched-Connect/dp/1496411463/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497377289&sr=8-1&keywords=churchless What do you care about? combating apathy every cares about something what do we care about? Family? Success? Learning? Community? Recreation? Spiritual things, not spiritual things...people care or are passionate about all different things! be careful not to make judgements about what the individual says, just hear what they care about What is important to you? in the day to day what would you miss in your day if you didn't have it? Who do you get support from? who gives you support in what you need each day? What genuine friendships do you have? Family relationships? Support as part of the work of the Church What experiences have shaped you? where do we get our ideas and suggestions from? Who has been impactful in your life? For church members: Who is hurting? Jesus reaches out to the hurting, constantly looks for the hurting around him Feeding of the 5000 example, Matthew 14:13-21 Who's hurting in your community locally? Who's hurting in your family? Who is hurting in the world? On the news? On the internet? How can we help you bring Christ with you? mini-churches being the church in the world Jesus before Pilate – John 18:28-40 God invites us to ask questions of Him Psalm 5:1-3 Challenge: Are we willing to ask questions that we don't have a definite answer for or we may not like the answer to? ESV Bible translation - Copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. All rights reserved. ilovemyshepherd.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd0fe9BbadMkIZwWx-esd-g Facebook - @ilovemyshepherd Twitter - @ilovemyshepherd Instagram - @ilovemyshepherdministries
Luke 24:13-32Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles[a] from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; 16 but they were kept from recognizing him.17 He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?”They stood still, their faces downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?”19 “What things?” he asked.“About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. 20 The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; 21 but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. 22 In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning 23 but didn't find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.”25 He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” 27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them.30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. 32 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”Jesus leads us on a journey of discovery. As we discover who Jesus is, we also discover ourselves.Perhaps we too have some misconceptions about Jesus and what is required to follow him.Information alone does not transform us into Christ followers.Have your eyes been opened to the truth about Jesus?Challenge: Are you ready to cross the line of faith or are you still on the journey?Discussion Questions:- The journey motif was important to Luke. He used it several times in his writings. What are some reasons Luke recorded the experience of these two disciples?- How is the analogy of a journey used to describe life in this passage?- Based on the evidence from Luke, what was the emotional condition of these disciples? - Jesus did not reveal his identity to the disciples immediately. Why?- What did the disciples comments to Jesus reveal about their ideas and dreams about Jesus?- Based on their comments what were they looking for to answer their questions regarding what happened to Jesus?- What evidence do we have today that Jesus is alive?- Why did Jesus talk to these disciples about Moses and the prophets?- What images or explanations do we find in Scripture that describe Jesus?- What are some of the amazing things Jesus said that are recorded in Scripture?- What are some of the misconceptions people have today about Jesus?- Why did Jesus have to suffer?- Why did the information Jesus shared about himself not open the disciple's eyes to his identity?- What is the significance of Jesus' image shift from traveling companion to dinner guest?- What is significant about Jesus, a guest, breaking and blessing the bread?- What are possible reasons the act of breaking bread opened the disciples eyes?- What are some everyday events Jesus has used in your life to reveal himself?- What does this story reveal about Jesus to you?
There is significant pressure in America - and acutely in Northern Virginia - to build a life that requires significant resources of time. As a result, most everyone develops the symptoms of Time Anxiety where we feel that one more activity in life will overwhelm us. God frequently addressed our limited resources of time, and simply said that when we invest time toward Him, then our Time Anxiety will disappear. How? Well, you see, on our journey with Christ, there are real benefits when we take steps toward the Kingdom. A Challenge: Are you able to commit some of your time to God and His purposes this week in whatever way that the Holy Spirit guides. In addition, are you willing to allow God to introduce some margin in your life so that you can respond to His calls?
There is significant pressure in America - and acutely in Northern Virginia - to build a life that requires significant resources of time. As a result, most everyone develops the symptoms of Time Anxiety where we feel that one more activity in life will overwhelm us. God frequently addressed our limited resources of time, and simply said that when we invest time toward Him, then our Time Anxiety will disappear. How? Well, you see, on our journey with Christ, there are real benefits when we take steps toward the Kingdom. A Challenge: Are you able to commit some of your time to God and His purposes this week in whatever way that the Holy Spirit guides. In addition, are you willing to allow God to introduce some margin in your life so that you can respond to His calls?
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