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Table of Contents: Updated Group Prayer–List of Current Event Prayer Points–Part 2 Top War Headlines Non-Shia Muslim are saying IRANIANS ‘TOO SCARED’ FOR UPRISING Will the US Implement the Draft over the Iran Conflict US to blame for strike on Iran girls’ school that killed 175, Pentagon report finds after Trump accused Tehran  Iran claims massive cyberattack on US as retaliation for ‘brutal attack’ on elementary school  Iran plotting drone attack on California as retaliation for the war, terrifying FBI alert reveals  Trump Admin Sends Alert To Law Enforcement Warning Iran Sent Encrypted Messages To Trigger Muslim Sleeper Cells “BE READY”: Iran Activates Sleeper Cells, Warns to Stay 1-Km Away from US, Israeli Banks – Is this how the monetary reset will come? Comment: The Pagan Muslim Month of Ramadan Ends This Wednesday Evening on 3/18/26—Beware of Islamic Iranian Sleeper Cell Attacks!–The annual observance of Ramadan is regarded as one of the five pagan pillars of Islam and lasts 29 to 30 days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to the next, to honor the pagan moon god Allah! The Austin Texas mass shooting has been confirmed to be a TARGETED TERROR ATTACK against American civilians–The Muslim terrorist was a 53 year old WEST AFRICAN MIGRANT from the Islamic nation of SENEGAL–Federal law enforcement has told Infowars he was angry over the elimination of Iran's supreme leader–Shiite sleeper cells are being activated in America! An Armed Muslim Man Wearing Military Gear Arrested After Trying to Enter a Texas Elementary School! Michigan Synagogue Attack: Muslim Shooter Threw EXPLOSIVE After Ramming Car Into Temple! ‘Awakening’ of terrorist sleeper cells sparks World Cup PANIC This is what they will never tell you about the attack on the Iran! “Obliterated”: Trump Hails “One of the Most Powerful Bombing Raids in the History of the Middle East” against Iranian Oil Terminal MUSLIMS in the US are recording themselves taking over Christian Churches and converting into Mosques… while they MOCK Christians! Muslim Devil Mayor Zohran's NYC: Thousands of Muslims Praying to the Pagan Moon God Allah Flood Times Square A demon possessed Muslim cleric in New York City just said the quiet part out loud… He announces they are TAKING OVER the city and the entire crowd erupts in chants of “Allahu Akbar”! The Muslim Take Over is in Full Swing! See the Islamic New York City Hall Meeting Under Muslim Mayor Mamdani–This is not AI Emergency Freedom Alerts: 2-7-22-Part 1–Table of Contents:…Researcher Claims Almost All Churches in America Have Muslim Spies in Them Who Are ‘Cataloging' Every Christian in Preparation for Jihad—This In Addition To the Traitorous Clergy Response Team “Pastors” Selling Out Their Congregations Plus the Witches and Warlocks Hidden in the Church… Emergency Freedom Alerts: 8-3-20-Part 3–Table of Contents: Pastor Walt Mansfield Spills the Beans on how the “Clergy Response Team” Pastors will sell out their congregations!!! ISLAMIC INVASION UNCHECKED—Islamic Prayer Rooms in all middle and high schools in GWINNETT COUNTY Georgia—All the Muslim Students can pray to the devil pagan moon god Allah! Meet Sophia Jetpuri-Naviwala who is the DEI specialist from Islamic Schools League of America, faculty of Al Falah Academy, and also co-President of Parkview High School, Gwinnett County. Sophia proudly brags about the Ramadan accommodations that were added to GCPS middle and high schools. Obviously, this is part of an Islamization process and an effort to convert students to Islam. Islamic outreach groups are now distributing materials like qurans, hijabs and brochures on Sharia during school events tied to Ramadan awareness! After decades of efforts to remove Christian influences and practices from America's public schools, various school districts across the country are now offering free, taxpayer-funded Halal-certified take-home meals to students observing Ramadan, providing them meals outside of school hours. “Remember, halal meat has to be slaughtered in an Islamic ritual with the animals facing mecca and Islamic prayers being said over them.” This is happening in multiple places, including districts in California (like San Diego Unified), Washington (Federal Way Public Schools), Michigan (Dearborn), Virginia (Henrico County), and others! Muslim Sex Grooming Gangs (Targeting the Raping of Little Girls) Spread to Canada Psa 97:10: Ye that love the LORD, hate evil: he preserveth the souls of his saints; he delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked. Pro 8:13 The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. More Texas Islam Alerts A Demon Possessed Muslim man in Dallas extremely threatened a Christian preacher for boldly declaring “Jesus is Lord” in public–This is why the First Amendment matters–Truth in the open will always offend someone and make demons manifest! The question is: do we defend the right to preach it? Religious freedom isn't just for comfortable sermons inside church walls–It's for the streets–It's for Dallas—It's for America! Texas AG Paxton launches investigation into another massive Sharia compound in Kaufman County, Texas over sovereignty concerns! Dallas has FALLEN–Dallas Schools Approved a whopping 1,200+ foreign alien H1-B VISAS! When Americans are struggling to get a job, and kids are being indoctrinated…Dallas ISD imports the Third World!! Stop the INVASION! Breaking news from Wylie TX! This Muslim man decides to trespass on someone property to pray to the moon god allah! Breaking news out of prosper Texas! Muslim Hijab's being sold at the Walmart in Prosper Texas! The Pagan Satanic Islamic & Hindu Takeover in Texas—Defiling the Land! Islam and Hinduism are One—Animal Urine and Feces Are Regularly Ingested in both of these sick pagan death cults!!!! PDF: Emergency Freedom Alerts 3-16-26 Click Here To Play The Part 1 Audio Source

For 1,900 years the Jews wandered Europe as refugees, outcasts, and rebels. They hated the Christians that claimed their Messiah, their Patriarchs, and their promises. They slaughtered Christians and burned Christian Churches when the Persians captured Jerusalem in 614. They kidnapped and murdered the children of Christian parents for passover rituals. They charged exorbitant interest and traded debt, often getting them kicked out by the Christian monarchs.Across the centuries the Jewish people survived, but rarely thrived. Expulsions from England, France, and Spain, recurring pogroms in Eastern Europe, and the slow suffocation of life inside ghettos hardened a scattered people into a nation without a state. By the late nineteenth century, with the old order of empires breaking apart and nationalism sweeping Europe many Jews concluded that survival in exile would always be precarious. The modern Zionist movement emerged from this realization: if every nation sought a homeland, the Jews would need one as well. Waves of immigration began to return Jews to the supposed land of their fathers, and the collapse of the Ottoman Empire after the First World War created the first political opening in centuries. What had once been a memory in scripture and prayer was slowly becoming a geopolitical project.Among some Orthodox Jews, this return to the land awakened an older and far more radical hope: that the restoration of Israel was not merely political, but preparatory. If the people had returned and Jerusalem was again under Jewish control, then the ancient center of worship—the Temple itself—might one day rise again on the mount where it had stood for nearly a thousand years.Religious Judaism needs a temple. For two thousand years there have been no high priests to offer sacrifices, no altar for the Day of Atonement, no priestly system capable of carrying out the commands of the Torah as they were once practiced. For many religious Jews the absence of the Temple is not merely symbolic; it is an unfinished chapter of history waiting to be restored. Yet the question does not stop in Jerusalem. In modern politics, the loudest and most consistent supporters of Israel have often been American evangelicals, many of whom also see prophetic meaning in the rebuilding of the Temple. If a serious movement to build a Third Temple were to emerge, would those same Christians support it—and perhaps more importantly, should they?SPONSORS:iTrustCapital - Want to diversify your retirement beyond stocks and bonds? iTrustCapital lets you buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, gold, and silver inside a tax-advantaged account.Sign up and fund a new account to receive a $100 funding bonus:https://www.itrustcapital.com/go/nxrstudiosPaleovalley – If you're trying to eat clean but still need something convenient, these 100% grass-fed beef sticks are a solid option. High-protein, gut-friendly, and made without the junk found in most processed snacks.Grab 15% off their Grass-Fed Beef Sticks here: https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-promo/pvpartners?oid=28&affid=4000&source_id=beefNicNac - Premium nicotine lozenges made in USA - Use code JOEL20! for 20% off at https://www.nicnac.com/discount/joel20!/*SUPPORT THE SHOW*Content That Conquers. Sign Up At: https://members.nxrstudios.comPurchase The Hyphenated Heresy: Judeo-Christianity on Amazon now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GDJ7MBHL

In this conversation we explore the benefits of removing attachments.We talk about insights from A Course In Miracles.We speak about Wicca and how Empress left Christian Churches.We speak of Love and of how we all come from the same source.We speak about the Holy Relationship and the Special Relationship, about how the world came about and how it will end.In this conversation you will be inspired to change your mind.

//The Wire//2300Z January 19, 2026////ROUTINE////BLUF: DOMESTIC INSURGENCY CONTINUES IN MINNEAPOLIS AS LYNCH MOBS BEGIN ATTACKING RANDOM CITIZENS. HARASSMENT AND INTIMIDATION OPERATIONS TARGETING CHRISTIAN CHURCHES ESCALATE.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------HomeFront-Minnesota: The situation in Minneapolis has escalated to the next phase of destabilization, as demonstrated by many incidents that took place over the weekend. On Saturday, malign actors began assaulting and harassing random citizens throughout the city, as roving lynch mobs have begun conducting patrols to hunt anyone who looks like they might be an ICE agent.In downtown Minneapolis, a man was nearly beaten to death on Portland Avenue by a mob who thought he was ICE because he was wearing a camouflaged jacket. Turns out, the man was actually an anti-ICE activist himself, but that did not matter to the mob at the time, and the man was rescued by police before the crowd could kill him.Two blocks to the north of this attack site, a different man was also targeted by a mob, which attacked him on the street outside the Hennepin County Courthouse. This individual was also attacked again at the Gateway Parking Ramp, which resulted in the man receiving head wounds. One block to the south on 4th Avenue, a third man was beaten and forced to undress in front of a mob, who did not like the fact that he was wearing an American flag shirt.In the more residential areas of the city, random people eating lunch at Clancy's Deli near W 38th Street were harassed by Anti-ICE activists, who thought they were ICE agents solely because they were wearing clean-cut clothing. In reality they were software engineers, but the discovery of this fact did not deter the vigilantes, which mobbed the establishment.In Saint Paul, the general state of unrest has become more serious as well. The downtown Hilton Doubletree has closed it's doors to all customers due to the inability to keep visitors safe during this period of heightened unrest. This hotel was being used by ICE, and hotel staff have received so many threats on their lives, the decision has been made to close the hotel entirely for the time being.Aside from the mobs attacking random people on the street, malign actors are also now targeting Christian Churches more deliberately. Sunday morning, a mob affiliated with Black Lives Matter and the NAACP targeted the Cities Church on Summit Avenue, which took the form of agitators bursting into the church during services, with the self-described goal of terrorizing the congregation. This operation was planned and given the name "Clandestine Operation Pull-up" by the instigators who coordinated the occupation of the church.USA: Around the nation, similar efforts have been noted among Anti-ICE activists to target Christians. In Washington D.C. two blocks from the US Capitol Building, Christians going to Church have been harassed on the street by Anti-ICE activists attempting to prevent them from going to Church or otherwise intimidate them for their faith.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In Minneapolis, a change in doctrine is occurring among malign actors, which is crucial to understand as the situation continues to deteriorate. Directing their anger at federal agents over the past two weeks has proven the futility of this action; ICE is not going anywhere and their protests are not stopping the enforcement of federal immigration law. Consequently, malign actors have turned their rage to a demographic which is purely innocent in all of this...the civilian populace. Taking a page out of the book of every single terrorist organization that ever has existed, activist groups are now deliberately attacking soft-targets such as random people walking down the street, as a way of taking out their anger on the helpless who cannot defend themselves.This is why random citize

Fr. John Eckert joins Patrick to discuss Baptism (2:32) why did Jesus need to get Baptized? How does Jesus’ baptism connect with our own baptism? (21:50) Break 1 (23:40) Christina - What about our baptismal promises? Are these the same in all Christian Churches that have valid baptism? What is the role of Faith in baptism? (31:54) email about getting baptized again. (37:35) Break 2 (38:56) Rosina - Baptism. When you speak with Protestants, they say that children don’t need to be baptized. Why is that? How do we live out our baptism?

FOCOLARE WORD OF LIFE January 2026   “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.” (Eph 4:4)During the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity,[1] we are invited to focus our attention on a particular theme found in Paul's letter to the Ephesians. In what is called to be his “prison letters,” he urges his readers to give credible witness to their faith by being united with one another. Their unity is based on having one faith, one spirit and one hope, and only with this unity can they bear witness to Christ as “a body.”   “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.”Paul calls us to hope. What is hope and why are we invited to live it? It is a seed, a gift, and a task that we have the duty to protect, cultivate, and bring to fruition for the good of all. “Christian hope assigns us to that very narrow ridge, that frontier where our vocation requires us to choose, every day and every hour, to be faithful to God's faithfulness to us.”[2] The Christian vocation is not only a relationship between the individual and God. A Christian is called to love everyone who is a neighbor in the present moment. Christ prayed in the garden just before he was crucified, “I pray for them…so that they may all be one, as you, Father, are in me and I in you, that they also may be in us, that the world may believe that you sent me…” (Jn 17:21)  In Chiara Lubich's talks and writings, we often find explicit references to unity, the primary aspect of her spirituality. Unity is the fruit of the presence of Jesus among us - and his presence is a source of profound happiness. “If unity is so important for Christians, then it follows that nothing is more opposed to our vocation than failing to live unity. We sin against unity every time we yield to the temptation, which continually resurfaces, to be individualistic, to do things on our own, or to be guided only by our own judgment, personal interests, or desire for esteem. We sin against unity when we ignore or even disregard others and their needs and rights.”[3]   “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.”   In Guatemala, there is a very active dialogue among members of different Christian Churches. Ramiro writes: “We prepared the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity with a group of people from various Churches. The program included an arts festival organized together with the youth, as well as several celebrations held in different churches. The Catholic Bishops' Conference asked our group to continue working together to plan a moment of sharing during a meeting of Catholic bishops and leaders of different Churches, who were coming to Guatemala from many other countries to celebrate the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. Through these activities, we experienced a very strong unity among all of us and the fruits that it brings: fraternity, joy and peace." The more united Christians become, the greater the possibility for all humanity to fulfill, in a more complete way, the prayer for unity that Christ prayed in the garden.     Prepared by Patrizia Mazzola and the Word of Life team[1] The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity takes place throughout the northern hemisphere from January 18 to 25 and in the southern hemisphere during the week after Pentecost. This year's prayer texts were prepared by an ecumenical group coordinated by the Armenian Apostolic Church.[2] Madeleine Delbrêl, French Catholic author, poet, and mystic, considered by many to be one of the most significant spiritual figures of the 20th century.[3] Chiara Lubich, Founder of the Focolare Movement, Commentary to the Word of Life of July 1985.

One of the central teachings of the Christian Church from the very beginning has been the Incarnation of Christ. It is one aspect that separates Christianity from all other Religions. It also separates true Christian Churches from those who are false. Today, Missionary Santiago Guerrero, a former Jehovah Witness shares the truth of the Virgin birth of Jesus Christ and why it is so vital to the Christian faith.    

John 8 (A Jewish Rabbi's Notes)- “The Woman Caught in Adultery” (SERIES: WHY DON'T CHRISTIAN CHURCHES TEACH THIS?) HAPPY ROSH HASHANAH!!This specific pod ep timestamp starting at 27:10 mins I start discussing the video.NOTE: HAPPY ROSH HASHANAH!! ⁠https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/4644/jewish/Rosh-Hashanah-2025.htm⁠5786 begins at ⁠sundown on the eveof Tishrei 1⁠ (Sept. 22, 2025) and ends ⁠after nightfall onTishrei 2⁠ (Sept. 24, 2025).John Chapter 8- “The Woman Caught in Adultery” (SERIES: WHYDON'T CHRISTIAN CHURCHES TEACH THIS?)Tenak Talk Video John Chapter 8 (Rabbi Michael Skobac). Herewe look at some of the timestamps, I will provide notes and some of thesources. We will see if we can view any of these sources firsthand online andstudy them with our own eyes. My pod ep starting at27:10 mins I start discussing the video. VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/vcJ7yEjV2Kk?si=w0sFE-D_aRnyxP-XVIDEO TIMESTAMPS:  3:09 John 7:53-John 8:11 Not found in MOSTmanuscripts of NT. Sources: John MacArthur- not part of originalcontents of John's Gospel. No comments by any church fathers discussing untilthe 12th century. Vocabulary and writing style are different thanthe rest of John's Gospel. (Also in ending of Ch. 16 of Mark not appearing inearlier manuscripts talking about resurrection, but originally might end w/othe resurrection before they added this in).11:05 Source: Josh McDowell. He wrote abook series: “Evidence that demands a verdict.” Volume 1, p.267.11:42 Sources: Geissler and Nicks. Christianscholars. How variations are counted (my own quoting and paraphrasing) “Textualvariations.” Ambiguity about inconsistencies in entire NT. They minimize theproblem. “200,000 variations in NT…representing 10,000 places in the NT…” ex. If1 word is misspelled in 3000 in different manuscripts, this is counted as 3000variants. Source: Phillip Schaft compared Gk vs English version of NTfinding 400 of the 150,000 variants caused doubt about the textual meanings.And 50 were of great significance. What are these 50?22:08 Source: Leviticus 20:10; Deuteronomy22:22). Law about adultery. 23.33 Source: Talmud- talks about when tobe put to death. “Bloody court” within 70 year period there was an execution itwas called a bloody court. Which was so rare, needing 2 kosher witnesses,having to first warn 2x. It was hard to get a capital conviction.32.21 V.7 Not sinless54:35 V. 41 (Roman) Soldier “Pantera.” Sources?57:05 V. 44 terminology about the devil.1:03:29 “I am” Source: David SternCommentary. He is Messianic Jewish. V. 58.1:04:44 Exodus 3.14 “I will be what Iwill be” versus “I am what I am.”https://www.sefaria.org/English_Explanation_of_Mishnah_Makkot.1.10.4?lang=bi&with=all&lang2=enA sanhedrin that executes once in seven years, is called murderous. Rabbi Eliezer b. Azariah Says: once inseventy years. Rabbi Tarfon and Rabbi Akiva say: “Had we been members of a sanhedrin, no person would ever be put to death. Rabban Shimon ben Gamalielremarked: “They would also multiply murderers in Israel.” This famous piece of mishnah testifies to some of the Rabbis' deep hesitations with regards to the death penalty. As we have seen throughout tractate Sanhedrin and tractate Makkoth, convicting a person of a capital crime is no easy matter. The person must be warned beforehand and then the crime has to be explicitly witnessed by two valid witnesses. Therefore, the first opinion in our mishnah, concludes that acourt that executes once every seven years is a murderous ...... (word count is too long and formatting is to glitchy to truly paste all of this so please refer to the link).SHOTOKAN KARATE EP LINK DAYS 6-8: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/iu6GPItFSWb

 In the name of God, the Religions have 1. Killed.2. Tortured.3. Raped.100millions or maybe 1 Bill of people.Can you learn without to make a Religion out of it:2. To make tools3. To cook4. To read and write5. To make love6. Science7. Meditation8. To worship and to praise the Lord?For what we need our “glorious Religions”?To exploit, suppress, kill, rape, enslave, burn the people? In ancient times we had a peaceful Shamanism and Taoism…The first religion was Shamanism… Everywhere was Shamanism…And our “glorious Religions” killed merciless the Shamans worldwide… For instance, in the USA over 200Mill American Indians were killed and similar happened in Argentina, Australia, Asia, and Europe… In Africa, they made one massacre after the next, tortured, killed, raped, castrated, enslaved the Africans… And all they have done it in the name of God… For instance, in Germany, we had numberless religious wars between the Protestants and Catholics, additionally the witch-hunting and before they killed every German who didn't want to be a Christ…Alone the infamous “30 years Religion war” killed a quarter of the population… All in the name of God!Today our great “selfless Christian Churches” collect the money for the poor people in the Catastrophes area and then put the money in their own pocket. Even the Mafia is better because they never have robed out the poor and needy people!For instance Tahiti…The Red Cross (owner Catholic Church) got over 500Million for a donation of the Tahiti earthquake. The Red Cross described in nice brochures what they have done with the money. The trueness is the Red Cross has done nearly nothing for Tahiti. A link at the end.After the bible money is evil: 1 Timothy 6:6-12.  Why is then the Catholic church the biggest Property owner and owns the richest Bank (Vatican Bank) in the world? For sure the Christian Churches were for slavery because the Bible is supporting that!After the Bible: you can rape, torture a slave. It is not allowed to kill a slave but you can torture a slave to death when you need for that more than one day… Does long torture make sense?Read the verses of the Bible: Leviticus 25:44-46 NLT; Exodus 21:2-6 NLT; Exodus 21:20-21 NAB; Ephesians 6:5 NLT; 1 Timothy 6:1-2 NLT, Luke 12:47-48 NLT: Even a father can sell his daughter in slavery or into prostitution… Exodus 21:7-11 NLT: Are the Islamic Terror organizations supported by the Quran?After the Quran, Sharia, Hadith it is recommend to kill, rape, enslave Non-Muslims… Quran (4:89); Quran (9:11-12); Sahih Bukhari (52:260); Sahih Bukhari (83:37); Sahih Bukhari (84:57); Sahih Bukhari (89:271); Sahih Bukhari (84:58); Sahih Bukhari (84:64-65); Sahih Bukhari (11:626)  All of the verses you find in my book: “Why have the Religions failed and not God”. A free link at the end.I by myself was never baptized in any religion. Still, I surrender my life for over 30 years to God without killing, raping, enslaving, exploiting, suppressing innocent people. That is possible for everybody! My Video: Would be the world better without Religions? https://youtu.be/7cpxqefatksMy Audio: https://divinesuccess.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/Podcast.B/Would-be-the-world-better-without-Religions.mp3 https://www.npr.org/2015/06/03/411524156/in-search-of-the-red-cross-500-million-in-haiti-relief.

HALC Executive Director and host Endy D. Zemenides is joined by Patrick Theros, former U.S. Ambassador to Qatar, member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and former Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism, to analyze the freezing of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate in Jerusalem's bank accounts. You can read the articles we discuss in the podcast here:Jerusalem freezes Greek Orthodox Patriarchate's bank accounts over tax dispute | The Times of IsraelSerbia rocked by ongoing anti-government clashes – DW – 08/19/2025President of Syria Al-Shara met Patriarch of Antioch in Damascus | Orthodox Times (en)

Patrick opens the show questioning the growing use of AI for deeply personal acts, like crafting obituaries, sparking a spirited exchange with Cyrus over whether technology helps or hinders heartfelt expression. News of Pope Leo gathering more than a million young people for a powerful Jubilee stirs memories and hopes for unity. Listener calls draw Patrick’s compassionate guidance, as he encourages empathy for families navigating public worship with children who have special needs, finding meaning and sanctification even within distractions. AI now starting to write obituaries (00:53) Pope Leo brings youth jubilee to a close with mass for more than a million (18:15) Anna - A family has an autistic son at Church. He gets agitated during the High Latin Mass and makes a lot of noise. What should we do? (24:50) Michelle (email) - Do you understand where the Seventh Day Adventist believes the antichrist will come thru? (36:44) Ken (email) - It appears truly Christian Churches believe in the same Lord but differ in the exact same way of practicing their beliefs. (39:37) Kelly - Thank you for how you responded to the woman dealing with the autistic man. It meant a lot to me as someone who works with individuals like that. (44:37)

//The Wire//2000Z July 17, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: TENSIONS CONTINUE IN THE MIDDLE EAST AMID RENEWED TARGETING IN GAZA AND WEST BANK. CONGRESS WEIGHS IMMIGRATION AMNESTY BILL.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Gaza: The war continues as before amid Israeli forces conducting the high-profile targeting of a Christian Church. The Holy Family Church in Gaza City was struck with a tank shell overnight, which resulted in 3x parishioners being killed and many people inside being wounded, including the parish Priest Fr. Gabriel Romanelli.Analyst Comment: This attack comes after weeks of increased violence on Christian Churches in the West Bank, as Israeli settlers have conducted arson attacks on Churches throughout the region as recently as two days ago. This also comes two years after another high-profile Church bombing, in which the IDF targeted a site adjacent to the Church of St. Porphyrius a few days after the war began in October, 2023. That strike killed over a dozen people, and the Church was heavily damaged during the strike.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - In Congress, Rep. María Elvira Salazar introduced the "Dignity Act" on Tuesday, an immigration reform bill which seeks to grant amnesty to "long-term immigrants" via new work programs. Separately, in the Senate, Bill 225 has been introduced as the End Unaccountable Amnesty Act, which seeks to remove the ability for the DHS to grant immigrants Temporary Protected Status (TPS), as well as allow the deportation of unaccompanied minors that were dropped off at the border.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In Washington, rumors are growing pertaining to the strikes in Iran a few weeks ago. In short, grumblings are beginning to emerge that indicate the airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities were not as effective as first touted. Both American and Israeli media outlets have been trying to float this story for a few days, of course citing the usual "unnamed sources" that can't be verified in any way. Whether or not this information is true is largely immaterial when it comes to the potential for this whole affair to kick off again. Right now, there aren't many indicators suggesting the US is interested in escalating things again. However, with strong domestic dissent regarding the handling of issues such as the Epstein scandal, the motivation for diversionary actions is quite high. This consideration, while certainly out on a limb at the moment, is still worth remembering as there might not be much notice of impending escalations with any of the global conflicts currently on the table.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//

Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions?   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14;  (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “God, the Father, Is Spirit; Jesus Followers Must Worship the Father in Spirit and Truth with Reality and Honesty and Not a Façade”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Born: 306 AD, Nisibis, Turkey Died: June 9, 373 AD, Edessa, Turkey Full name: Ephrem of Nisibis From Vatican.va, an excerpt from the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI General Audience 2007: The figure of Ephrem is still absolutely timely for the life of the various Christian Churches. We discover him in the first place as a theologian who reflects poetically, on the basis of Holy Scripture, on the mystery of man's redemption brought about by Christ, the Word of God incarnate. His is a theological reflection expressed in images and symbols taken from nature, daily life and the Bible. Ephrem gives his poetry and liturgical hymns a didactic and catechetical character: they are theological hymns yet at the same time suitable for recitation or liturgical song. On the occasion of liturgical feasts, Ephrem made use of these hymns to spread Church doctrine. Time has proven them to be an extremely effective catechetical instrument for the Christian community. Ephrem's reflection on the theme of God the Creator is important: nothing in creation is isolated and the world, next to Sacred Scripture, is a Bible of God. By using his freedom wrongly, man upsets the cosmic order. The role of women was important to Ephrem. The way he spoke of them was always inspired with sensitivity and respect: the dwelling place of Jesus in Mary's womb greatly increased women's dignity. Ephrem held that just as there is no Redemption without Jesus, there is no Incarnation without Mary. The divine and human dimensions of the mystery of our redemption can already be found in Ephrem's texts; poetically and with fundamentally scriptural images, he anticipated the theological background and in some way the very language of the great Christological definitions of the fifth-century Councils. Ephrem, honoured by Christian tradition with the title "Harp of the Holy Spirit", remained a deacon of the Church throughout his life. It was a crucial and emblematic decision: he was a deacon, a servant, in his liturgical ministry, and more radically, in his love for Christ, whose praises he sang in an unparalleled way, and also in his love for his brethren, whom he introduced with rare skill to the knowledge of divine Revelation. For more visit Vatican.va The post St. Ephrem of Syria – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

What does the Vatican know about UFOs, ancient prophecies, and extraterrestrial contact? Bible expert Paul Wallis joins Emilio Ortiz to uncover the hidden history of alien encounters, biblical UFO references, and the suppressed knowledge about humanity's origins. Are we about to witness a major disclosure in 2025?In this interview, Paul Wallis uncovers the Vatican's role in suppressing ancient alien prophecies and the hidden truth about UFO sightings in religious texts. He explores whether Jesus had contact with extraterrestrials, the real meaning behind the Elohim and Anunnaki, and what these ancient beings signify for humanity's origins. As 2025 is underway, could we be on the brink of disclosure? This conversation challenges mainstream narratives and reveals how history may have been rewritten to keep the truth hidden.Paul Wallis is an internationally bestselling author, researcher, and speaker known for his work on ancient texts, paleocontact theory, and hidden history. A former Anglican church archdeacon, his books—including Escaping from Eden and The Eden Enigma—explore evidence of extraterrestrial influence in human history. Through his YouTube channel The 5th Kind and global interviews, Paul challenges mainstream narratives and uncovers lost knowledge about humanity's origins.___________________ORDER "THE EDEN ENIGMA" – Paul Wallis' Latest Book✦ The Eden Enigma by Paul Wallis takes readers on a groundbreaking journey through ancient history, archaeology, and extraterrestrial contact. Investigating mysterious carvings in the mountains of Türkiye, newly excavated artifacts, and ancient texts, Wallis uncovers hidden narratives that challenge conventional history. As we enter 2025—a year filled with sky anomalies and the potential for false flags or disclosure—The Eden Enigma offers a deep dive into the secrets of our origins and our possible future.Available for Order:

**Bonus musical piece at the end of the homily from a Requiem Traditional Latin Mass**The altar in a Catholic church is more than a table—it's the sacred heart of worship, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice and presence among His people. Here, heaven meets earth as bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ during the Eucharist. It stands as a place of offering, transformation, and divine encounter, reminding the faithful that God's love is not distant but present, real, and continually poured out for all. --- 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

Missionary Evangelist Robert Breaker teaches Sunday School at Unity Baptist Church in Statesville, North Carolina on March 30th, 2025, in which he talks about salvation and the importance of blood for the forgiveness of sins, something that is left out in many so-called Christian Churches today. He further stresses the biblical teaching of TRUSTING IN or placing your FAITH IN the blood of Jesus (Rom. 3:25), in order to receive the sacrificial blood atonement of Jesus (Rom. 5:11).

The Nicene Creed, which emerged from the Council of Nicaea, remains a foundational declaration of Christian faith today. But what exactly was Nicaea? Why does it still matter to Christians centuries later?  This special deep dive unravels what made the council groundbreaking and explores how it continues to impact Christian life today. Host Colleen Dulle brings listeners inside its rich history through interviews with experts; theologians, ecumenical scholars and historians. Our guests include: Aristotle (Telly) Papanikolaou, Professor of Theology and the Archbishop Demetrios Chair in Orthodox Theology and Culture at Fordham University  John Chryssavgis, deacon of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and Archdeacon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate Donald Bolen, Archbishop of Regina in Canada and a member of the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity  Married professors Ben Hohman, a Roman Catholic, and Claire Koen, an Eastern Orthodox Christian Sandra Beardsall, Professor of Church History and Ecumenics at St. Andrew's College in Saskatoon, Canada, an ordained United Church minister and a member of the World Council of Churches' Faith and Order Commission Please support this podcast by becoming a digital subscriber to America Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Imagine following Jesus—and losing everything because of it. Your job, your friends, even your life. That's exactly the type of hardship the Christians in ancient Smyrna faced. We learn about this in Revelation 2:8:11. In the Book of Revelation, Jesus dictated seven letters to the Apostle John when appearing to John in his prison cave on Patmos. Seven letters to seven early Christian Churches, and the second letter goes to the Church in Smyrna.Smyrna's letter is designed to provide comfort and encouragement. Why? Because the Christ followers there were faithful, but they were suffering. Slandered, arrested, even killed for their faith. Can you imagine being persecuted for your faith in Jesus? But right in the middle of their darkest moment, Jesus speaks directly to them—and to us today—with three powerful truths.First: Don't be afraid! Jesus reminds the church that He is “the First and the Last, who died and came to life again.” Translation? Your suffering doesn't have the final word—Jesus does! You may feel like life is beating you down, but don't let fear take over.Second: Stay faithful! Being faithful means believing God has a purpose for your pain. God doesn't send suffering, but He does permit pain. And if you trust in Jesus, you can rest assured that He works everything together for the good of those who love Him.Third: It won't last forever. Jesus promises that those who stay faithful will receive a “victor's crown.” Your struggles are temporary, but your reward is eternal. The gift of Heaven awaits, so hold on—victory is coming!Now, let's be real—you may not face the same kind of persecution today, but don't minimize your pain by comparing it to others. From medical issues, to wayward children, and financial stress, many Christians today are suffering. Know that your Lord and Savior sees you too, so this is also a word of encouragement for you! Watch this powerful message from Pastor Tim Lucas, which is the fourth in a chapter-by-chapter masterclass unpacking the powerful prophecy of Revelation.A MASTERCLASS ON THE BOOK OF REVELATIONHave you ever read Revelation and wondered, “What did I just read?” The Bible's last book is filled with strange symbols and mysterious messages that confuse modern minds. In this masterclass, Pastor Tim Lucas breaks down Revelation verse-by-verse in a way that's easy-to-grasp without watering down this powerful prophecy. Prepare to have your eyes opened and faith strengthened. Yes, you can read, see, and understand Revelation! #ChristianSuffering #Revelation #LiquidChurch

Imagine one day you receive a letter from Jesus and inside is your performance review. Can you imagine getting a report card from Jesus with details of what you're doing well and what He's concerned about?! Well, in the Book of Revelation we learn that Jesus dictated seven letters to the Apostle John when appearing to John in his prison cave on Patmos. Seven letters to seven early Christian Churches, and the first letter (aka performance review) goes to the Church in Ephesus, which we read in Revelation 2:1-7. Now Ephesus was the largest city in Asia Minor–it was rich, powerful, and filled with pagan idols. In Ephesus there are two temples that stand out: The Temple of Diana where people worshipped sex and the Temple of Domitian where people worshipped politics. Life was EXTREMELY HARD for the Ephesian Christians.On the one hand, they were tempted by sexual immorality and on the other pressured to worship political leaders. Here's what's crazy, 2,000 years later we are dealing with the same stuff! We are living in 21st century Ephesus. These letters in Revelation are written TO them, but they are also FOR us today!And while Jesus has much praise for His church in Ephesus (their performance review starts out really strong), He hits them with the truth that despite resisting the temptations of sex and politics: “You have forsaken the love you had at first.” Somewhere along the way, the Ephesian Christians developed a hard heart. Their love for Jesus became cold. Faith became a duty. They were just doing the church thing. And this points to a moment of self-reflection for all of us today, because if you don't have God's love, all you have is dead religion.Watch this powerful message from Pastor Tim Lucas, which is the third in a chapter-by-chapter masterclass unpacking the powerful prophecy of Revelation.A MASTERCLASS ON THE BOOK OF REVELATIONHave you ever read Revelation and wondered, “What did I just read?” The Bible's last book is filled with strange symbols and mysterious messages that confuse modern minds. In this masterclass, Pastor Tim Lucas breaks down Revelation verse-by-verse in a way that's easy-to-grasp without watering down this powerful prophecy. Prepare to have your eyes opened and faith strengthened. Yes, you can read, see, and understand Revelation! #LoveSexPolitics #Revelation #LiquidChurch

On Monday, Feb. 3, the Vatican hosted its first International Summit on Children's Rights, which Pope Francis called an “open observatory” for children's protection in an attempt to showcase “the reality of childhood throughout the world, a childhood that is unfortunately often hurt, exploited, denied.” In this week's episode of “Inside the Vatican,” Colleen and Gerry dive into the goals of the summit and unpack Pope Francis' plan to write a papal document dedicated to children, described as an attempt “to give continuity to this commitment and promote it throughout the church.” In the second half of the episode, Colleen and Gerry discuss Pope Francis' call for a common date for Easter among all Christian Churches in 2025, which he announced during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity from Jan. 19-25. As it happens, the churches will share a common date this year on Apr. 20, 2025.   Please support this podcast by becoming a digital subscriber to America Media. Find links for further reading here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 - Are the tariffs going to work? Why did Phil Murphy admit he is hosting illegal aliens in his garage? 1210 - Is the DNC really doubling down on the nonsense that lost them the last election? New faces, same places? 1215 - Side - Best The/of names 1220 - Will Officer Fitzgerald's birthday be celebrated? Will Larry Krasner press Temple students instead of actual criminals? Sean Duffy goes off on Jake Tapper over the management of the FAA. 1230 - World News correspondent Bob Amsterdam joins us to give updates on Ukraine. How did Zelenskyy lose track of 100 billion in aid from the U.S.? Why are we funding anti-Christian Churches in the country to rid themselves of the Orthodox faith? Are they simply saying that by having these churches in Ukraine, it opens up spying for Russia? Bob details the priests who are being imprisoned for their beliefs as Bob himself was banned from Russia. Bob also details how Ukraine has become an authoritarian police state that punished Bob for speaking up for the Church. 1240 - How was the Diane Cardano event this weekend? Your calls and tariff talk. 1250 - Is John Fetterman spot on again with another divisive issue? How will Democrats answer the calls for local law enforcement to help ICE in their mission? Your calls.

Lawyer Bob Amsterdam joins us to give updates on Ukraine. How did Zelenskyy lose track of 100 billion in aid from the U.S.? Why are we funding anti-Christian Churches in the country to rid themselves of the Orthodox faith? Are they simply saying that by having these churches in Ukraine, it opens up spying for Russia? Bob details the priests who are being imprisoned for their beliefs as Bob himself was banned from Russia. Bob also details how Ukraine has become an authoritarian police state that punished Bob for speaking up for the Church.

12 - Are the tariffs going to work? Why did Phil Murphy admit he is hosting illegal aliens in his garage? 1210 - Is the DNC really doubling down on the nonsense that lost them the last election? New faces, same places? 1215 - Side - Best The/of names 1220 - Will Officer Fitzgerald's birthday be celebrated? Will Larry Krasner press Temple students instead of actual criminals? Sean Duffy goes off on Jake Tapper over the management of the FAA. 1230 - Lawyer Bob Amsterdam joins us to give updates on Ukraine. How did Zelenskyy lose track of 100 billion in aid from the U.S.? Why are we funding anti-Christian Churches in the country to rid themselves of the Orthodox faith? Are they simply saying that by having these churches in Ukraine, it opens up spying for Russia? Bob details the priests who are being imprisoned for their beliefs as Bob himself was banned from Russia. Bob also details how Ukraine has become an authoritarian police state that punished Bob for speaking up for the Church. 1240 - How was the Diane Cardano event this weekend? Your calls and tariff talk. 1250 - Is John Fetterman spot on again with another divisive issue? How will Democrats answer the calls for local law enforcement to help ICE in their mission? Your calls. 1 - Columnist Beth Ann Rosica joins us today to discuss her most recent articles. We start in Kennett Square where local officials are looking to keep illegal migrants in the county, seemingly for cheap labor. What are the issues posed by this? We then move to education as Chester County voted to close the “St. Agnes Day Room” where lower income individuals could stop in and get a quick snack or meal. Bet Ann SLAMS this move and highlights the blatant overreach show by local officials. 120 - The “Thin Blue Line” has re-emerged as a controversial topic as Springfield, Montco continues their crusade against the displaying of the “Thin Blue Line” flag on your person or on your property. 135 - Phil Murphy admitted to hiding at least 1 illegal in his house, will he also be arrested? Your calls. 145 - Mike Donohue, the Chair of New Jersey's chapter of America First Policy Institute, joins us today to discuss the most recent Phil Murphy news where he is claiming to be violating federal law by sheltering at least one illegal immigrant. Tell us about the event tomorrow night! Will Republicans present a united front? 2 - Will the Trump tariffs work? Re-discussing mostly everything we have talked about today. Your calls. 210 - Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Winner? 225 - Taking your calls and continuing today's varying dialogue 235 - Scott Presler is able to join us for his weekly segment. Where will Dom be meeting Scott for an event? How are the voting numbers playing out in New Jersey after this most recent event of his? What is Scott's reaction to Governor Phil Murphy housing illegal immigrants from the law? Will we have any movement here in Chester County? 250 - The Lightning Round!

5 Paleo-Christian Churches: A Suggested Itinerary for the Jubilee Year, with a focus on Rome's oldest churches....and nearby tasty eateries! Rome is a city of unparalleled history, where every cobblestone whispers tales of the past. As the Eternal City gears up for the 2025 Jubilee Year, it's already brimming with visitors. But amidst the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican, there lies another Rome—a quieter, more spiritual side that echoes the city's earliest Christian heritage. In a recent podcast interview, I had the pleasure of chatting with David Laskin, a renowned author and NYT travel journalist, about his suggested itinerary to explore five of Rome's oldest churches. These hidden gems offer a peaceful respite from the bustling crowds while immersing visitors in the city's rich Paleo-Christian history.

The medieval world – for all its plagues, papal indulgences, castles, and inquisition trials – has much in common with ours. People living the Middle Ages dealt with deadly pandemicsmass migration, and controversial technological changes, just as we do now.Today’s guest, Dan Jones, author of POWERS AND THRONES: A New History of the Middle Ages looks at these common features through a cast of characters that includes pious monks and Byzantine emperors, chivalric knights and Renaissance artists. This sweep of the medieval world begins with the fall of the Roman empire and ends with the first contact between the Old World and the New. Along the way, Jones provides a front row seat to the forces that shaped the Western world as we know it. This is the thousand years in which our basic Western systems of law, commerce, and governance were codified; when the Christian Churches matured as both powerful institutions and the regulators of Western public morality; and when art, architecture, philosophical inquiry and scientific invention went through periods of seismic change. We discuss:• The height of the Roman empire and its influential rulers, as well as the various reasons it fell, including climate change pushing the Huns and so-called “barbarian” tribes to the empire’s borders.• The development of Christianity and Islam, as well as the power struggles and conflict ignited in the name of religion, chivalric orders such as the Knights Templar, and the rise of monasteries as major political players in the West.• The intimate stories of many influential characters of the Middle Ages, such as Constantine I, Justinian, Muhammad, Attila the Hun, Charlemagne, El Cid, Leonardo Da Vinci, Genghis Khan, Marco Polo, Martin Luther, and many more.• The development of global trade routes and commerce across Europe, Asia, and Africa and the expanding map during the Age of Exploration.• The Black Death, which decimated up to sixty percent of the local population in the fourteenth century and led to widespread social unrest and the little Ice Age, the period between 1300-1850 triggered by volcanic activity that created a climate so regularly and bitterly cold that it contributed to the Great Famine of 1315-21.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Kaka Balli Punjabi Podcast, your go-to platform for engaging discussions on culture, religion, and societal shifts. In this episode, I team up with the thought-provoking Ajaydeep Singh Dhaliwal to explore the pressing issues shaping Punjab's cultural and religious landscape. From the commercialization of December to the rising influence of Christianity in Punjab, we leave no stone unturned. Join us as we delve into: 1. December: The Month of Marketing Magic Ever wondered how Christmas became such a big deal, even in places where it's not traditionally celebrated? We discuss the clever marketing strategies that turn December into a consumer frenzy and how the holidays are sold as a product to the masses. What does this mean for cultures like ours, where traditional festivals are being overshadowed by global trends? 2. Christmas in Punjab: A New Tradition? The growing popularity of Santa parades and Christmas celebrations in Punjab – a sign of cultural diversity or a deeper shift? Why is the Christian population increasing in Punjab, and what does this mean for the region's identity? Could this shift pose a threat to Sikhism? Or is it an opportunity for interfaith dialogue? 3. Religious Celebrations: Why They Matter Exploring the importance of celebrating and expressing religious identity. How do religious celebrations strengthen community bonds, and what happens when those bonds are challenged by external influences? 4. Church Tactics & Rising Christian Conversions in Punjab Are churches in Punjab employing strategic tactics to attract conversions? Why is the poor population particularly vulnerable to these efforts? Are pastors using sermons to spread hate against other religions, and how does this impact communal harmony? 5. Miracles or Manipulation? The rise of staged miracles in Punjab: From healing ceremonies to divine interventions, how real are these claims? Why do people, especially those in vulnerable situations, fall for these tricks? Can miracles exist in modern faith, or are they just tools for exploitation? 6. North Indian Languages & Artistic Legacy Why is Punjab such a rich breeding ground for poets, writers, and artists? The cultural significance of oral storytelling and poetry in shaping the region's identity. How this legacy continues to influence music, cinema, and global culture. 7. The Problem with Oral Communication Why oral communication of important information often leads to misunderstandings and misinformation. The need for written and documented communication, especially in preserving history and culture. 8. The Role of Superheroes in Modern Culture How superheroes have become the new-age mythological figures for younger generations. The lessons they offer and how they fill the void left by traditional religious stories. 9. Challenges in Sikh Preaching & SGPC's Role The struggles faced by Sikh preachers in engaging with the modern audience. How the SGPC can modernize its approach to connect with the youth. The importance of movies and digital content in spreading Sikh teachings and countering misinformation. 10. Where is Sikhism Lacking? A deep dive into the areas where Sikhism needs to evolve to stay relevant in today's fast-paced, digital world. From better marketing to storytelling, how can Sikhism reclaim its space in the hearts of the youth?

There is a big, big change happening in culture related to young men leaving protestant churches for Orthodox Christian churches. This is being explained as young men looking for a more masculine church. I think there's something else to it. We do need to talk about what's going on with Ethan Haine. Joe Biden's justice department is trying to put him in jail for the third time for blowing the whistle on his own hospital for using wrong sex hormones and gender surgery.Ethan Haim's wife is a great servant of God. “Ethan is being gagged, I am not.” Young men leaving traditional churches for ‘masculine' Orthodox Christianity in drovesLiberal-leaning churches are shrinking compared with many conservative churches; Membership data across faiths challenges those who argue that alignment with progressive ideals is the pathway to vibrancy for religious communities todayPublished: July 29, 2024How To Be A True 1% Man - Father Moses.Ugly Girls? - Patristic Nectar FilmsAlan's Soaps https://www.alansartisansoaps.comUse coupon code ‘TODD' to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.Bioptimizers https://bioptimizers.com/toddGive your body the magnesium it craves with Magnesium Breakthrough.  Visit bioptimizers.com/todd and save an extra 10% with promo code TODD.Bonefrog https://bonefrogcoffee.com/toddMake Bonefrog Cold Brew at home!  Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.Bulwark Capital Bulwark Capital Management (bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com)Get a second opinion on the health of your retirement portfolio today.  Schedule your free Know Your Risk Portfolio review go to KnowYourRiskRadio.com today.My Pillow https://mypillow.com/toddUse promo code TODD to save big on the entire MyPillow classic Collection with the Standard starting at only $14.88.  Renue Healthcare https://renue.healthcare/toddYour journey to a better life starts at Renue Healthcare. Visit renue.healthcare/ToddWisdom Nutrition https://trywisdomnow.com/toddStock up on Wisdom for 33% off plus free shipping. Visit trywisdomnow.com/todd.

Candler School of Theology is hosting a lecture called "Britain's Slavery Debt, Reparations and the Responsibility of Christian Churches." The lecture will be given by Michael Banner, who is the dean of Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, and the author of the book, “Britain's Slavery Debt: Reparations Now!” Banner talks with Rose about his book, upcoming lecture and Britain's imperial past that's directly entangled with the transatlantic slave trade. Plus, Santa Dee, also known as The Real Black Santa, has taken a break from the North Pole to join “Closer Look.” He talks with Rose about how he's spreading holiday cheer in the aftermath of an election year. He also talks more about the Santas of Color Coalition and the growing demand for more Black Santas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions. TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, help me to grab hold of you today. I need you. Set me free to begin reorienting my life around you, and you alone. Help me to pay attention to and honor how you have uniquely made me. Thank you for the gift of rest. In Jesus' name, amen.       Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 122). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Wake Up America!”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Do you receive the Spirit at baptism? Is baptism the vehicle that provides the forgiveness, salvation, and grace of Christ? These are questions to ask anyone you suspect that might believe in baptismal regeneration (baptism for salvation). We look at all verses that supposedly support this belief and rightly divide it out.

Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions?     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, help me to grab hold of you today. I need you. Set me free to begin reorienting my life around you, and you alone. Help me to pay attention to and honor how you have uniquely made me. Thank you for the gift of rest. In Jesus' name, amen.       Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 122). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Wake Up America!”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions?     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, help me to grab hold of you today. I need you. Set me free to begin reorienting my life around you, and you alone. Help me to pay attention to and honor how you have uniquely made me. Thank you for the gift of rest. In Jesus' name, amen.       Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 122). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Wake Up America!”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Register free at https://brightu.com to watch the full Healing for the AGES - EMFs & Earthing Virtual Solution Summit 2024 stream - The Jews killed Christ and mocked him in death - Jews demanded #censorship of the very NAME of Christ (Acts 4:16) - Nothing has changed in 2000+ years since, as Jews still demand mass censorship today - Israel is the Antichrist - Christian pastors push deception and lies to prop up antichrist Israel - Israel deliberately engineers mass famine in Gaza - Famine, pestilence and war in the End Times - The sixth seal is a massive comet impact that strikes Israel - Seven Trumpets, Bowls and Seals - God lays out how it all ends - God judges the Jews who murdered His Son and who embraced satanism, death and wickedness - The seventh Trumpet ends humanity, and all face judgment before God For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com

On this week's episode of “Inside the Vatican,” Colleen Dulle and Ricardo da Silva, S.J., are joined by Rev. Matthew Laferty, a Methodist minister who works for the World Methodist Council and represents the Methodist church's relationship with the Catholic Church and the Vatican. They discuss how the Catholic Church's current Synod on Synodality is inspiring deeper conversations and greater unity between the Christian churches. A link to further reading from the episode will be added here soon. Please support this podcast by becoming a digital subscriber to America Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Christians in the Holy Land and Gaza are quietly suffering numerous atrocities as the war between Israel and Hamas drags on. Churches, schools, and hospitals have been bombed by the Israeli Defense Forces, who have also allegedly beaten women and forced believers out of their homes. On this episode of The John-Henry Westen Show, Catholic humanitarian Jason Jones shares heartbreaking testimony from our Christian brothers and sisters in Gaza who are begging for our help. Bring aid into Gaza with the Vulnerable People Project: https://www.lifefunder.com/aidtrucksgazaDownload the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app ****SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clayton Hentzel is the Lead Pastor at The Crossing. The Crossing is an independent, non-denominational church headquartered in Quincy, Illinois, associated with the Christian Churches in the Restoration Movement.[1] The church oversees locations in Hannibal, Missouri, Jacksonville, Illinois, Keokuk, Iowa, Kirksville, Missouri, Lima, Illinois, Macomb, Illinois, Monmouth, Illinois, Mount Sterling, Illinois, Pike County, Illinois, and two locations in Quincy, Illinois and maintains an online presence. 

Declining and ageing congregations, crumbling buildings and fewer clergy: are traditional Christian churches in crisis? 

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- Nutrition and its connection to the Bible. (0:00) - Anti-Semitism and violence in the church. (4:21) - Biblical teachings and their relevance to modern society. (10:39) - Using military force in Israel-Palestine conflict, with emphasis on empathy for human life. (25:00) - Selective outrage and double standards in religion and politics. (45:49) - The failure of mainstream churches and the need for personal spiritual calling. (1:02:25) - Spirituality, health, and politics. (1:08:18) - CBDCs and their potential impact on financial freedom. (1:18:33) - Potential use of CBDCs in emergencies, with focus on China's social credit system and technocracy. (1:22:36) - Potential risks and benefits of central bank-issued digital currencies (CBDCs). (1:39:32) - Bitcoin hijacking, privacy coins, and CBDCs. (1:43:25) - Zano, an open-source blockchain project with tokenization potential. (1:49:06) - Decentralized technology and privacy concerns in a surveillance state. (1:59:34) - Exiting the system, financial collapse, and crypto solutions. (2:13:13) - Gold and silver investment options for economic collapse. (2:24:16) - God's blessings and obedience in the Old Testament. (2:41:45) For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com

Hey friends, we're back looking at Tik Tokers and their ideas about our Christian faith. This time, these folks have a HUGE problem with the Christian church. But are these problems legitimate critiques or something else? Let's find out!Join my awesome Patreon community: www.patreon.com/WiseDiscipleAccess exclusive discounts to Logos Bible Software: www.logos.com/WiseDiscipleGet my 5 Day Bible Reading Plan here: https://www.patreon.com/collection/565289?view=expandedGet your Wise Disciple merch here: https://bit.ly/wisediscipleWant a BETTER way to communicate your Christian faith? Check out my website: www.wisedisciple.orgOR Book me as a speaker at your next event: https://wisedisciple.org/reserve/​​​Got a question in the area of theology, apologetics, or engaging the culture for Christ? Send them here: https://wisedisciple.org/ask/​

••• The Factor of Engagement, Part-4, Ep 336 .••• Bible Study Verses: Matthew 16.13-19, Mark 11.23, Isaiah 66.8-9, 2 Corinthians 9.6, Genesis 22.17-18, Hebrews 6.13, James 1.22-25, Matthew 10.33, John 2.1-7, John 3.16,Genesis 32.22-31 . ••• “A Christian life is an unending engagement on the battlefield”, Watchman Nee, 1903-1972, (Born: Ni Tuosheng, or Nee T'o-sheng ( 倪柝聲; pinyin: Ní Tuòshēng), Renown Chinese Church leader whose tongue was cut out by the communists because he refused to stop preaching the gospel even after multiple imprisonments †••• "The main trouble with many Christian Churches today is that they are too much like a clinic, too much like a hospital; that is why the great world is going to hell outside! Look at the great campaign, look at it objectively, look at it from God's standpoint. Forget yourself and your temporary troubles and ills for the moment; fight in the army. It is not a clinic you need; you must realize that we are in a barracks, and that we are involved in a mighty campaign" Martyn Lloyd-Jones, 1899-1981, Welsh preacher at Westminster Chapel in London who was influential in British evangelical movement. For almost 30 years.††••• “And I will betroth you to me forever. I will betroth you to Me in righteousness and in justice, in steadfast love and in mercy. I will betroth you to Me in faithfulness. And you shall know the Lord”, Hosea 2:19-20, KJV .••• What determines the amount of heaven's resources released on earth? ••• Who benefits from accesses to the heavenly realms? ••• What is central to how far we walk with God and the benefits of our redemption? ••• How long should engagement last for? ••• What makes faith work? ••• Why would you want to be engaged with the Almighty Creator God? ••• What happens when Christians don't engage? ••• What are the 2-reasons why it's so important to engage? ••• How important is faith in your pastor's role? ••• What are 4-life actions for engagement? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will be more intentional about engaging with the Almighty God through the power of Holy Spirit? ••• Pastor Godwin Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounters Radio Podcast originally aired on July 6, 2024 on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcasted to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible .••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is brought to you by Christian Leadership International and all the beloved of God who believe in it's mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ .•••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND painting by Frédéric Schopin (1804–1880), artuk.org . ••• † http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Watchman-Nee-Quotes/ .••• †† http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Martyn-Lloyd-Jones-Quotes/ .••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/240706-engagement-factor-ep336 . ••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes .••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/kjv/john.1%20 .••• FERP240706 Episode#336 GOT240706Ep336 .••• Irrational - The Factor of Engagement, Part-4Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born: 306 AD, Nisibis, Turkey Died: June 9, 373 AD, Edessa, Turkey Full name: Ephrem of Nisibis From Vatican.va, an excerpt from the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI General Audience 2007: The figure of Ephrem is still absolutely timely for the life of the various Christian Churches. We discover him in the first place as a theologian who reflects poetically, on the basis of Holy Scripture, on the mystery of man's redemption brought about by Christ, the Word of God incarnate. His is a theological reflection expressed in images and symbols taken from nature, daily life and the Bible. Ephrem gives his poetry and liturgical hymns a didactic and catechetical character: they are theological hymns yet at the same time suitable for recitation or liturgical song. On the occasion of liturgical feasts, Ephrem made use of these hymns to spread Church doctrine. Time has proven them to be an extremely effective catechetical instrument for the Christian community. Ephrem's reflection on the theme of God the Creator is important: nothing in creation is isolated and the world, next to Sacred Scripture, is a Bible of God. By using his freedom wrongly, man upsets the cosmic order. The role of women was important to Ephrem. The way he spoke of them was always inspired with sensitivity and respect: the dwelling place of Jesus in Mary's womb greatly increased women's dignity. Ephrem held that just as there is no Redemption without Jesus, there is no Incarnation without Mary. The divine and human dimensions of the mystery of our redemption can already be found in Ephrem's texts; poetically and with fundamentally scriptural images, he anticipated the theological background and in some way the very language of the great Christological definitions of the fifth-century Councils. Ephrem, honoured by Christian tradition with the title "Harp of the Holy Spirit", remained a deacon of the Church throughout his life. It was a crucial and emblematic decision: he was a deacon, a servant, in his liturgical ministry, and more radically, in his love for Christ, whose praises he sang in an unparalleled way, and also in his love for his brethren, whom he introduced with rare skill to the knowledge of divine Revelation. For more visit Vatican.va The post St. Ephrem of Syria – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Will Chamberlain (:52) - The Supreme Court heard arguments today over the obstruction law that's being used to prosecute some of the January 6th rioters. This law seems to only target Jan. 6 rioters and not others who have obstructed other official proceedings. Is there a clear bias? Michael Donnelly and Ron Coleman (9:59, 18:46) - With the Supreme Court today hearing arguments of obstruction for Jan. 6 rioters, let's take a look at the pro-Palestine riots all over America this weekend. Plus, the most important case in America is the trial of Donald Trump and it was reported that dozens of potential jurors were rejected because they could not be impartial. Matthew Tyrmand (27:57) - V-24 Investigations sent undercover journalists to Columbia University. They caught multiple professors on tape pushing for anti-Israel protests, instigating anti-semitism and anti-Christian rhetoric. Tho Bishop (36:42) - The Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is sending a letter to Bank of America detailing the bank's apparent discrimination against Christians. Bank of America has been accused of de-banking or refusing to service Trump supporters, Christian Churches, and Republican-led states.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seriah is joined by Amber, a self-described witch who resides in Noccalula AL. Topics include history, religion vs spirituality, The Satanic Temple (TST), separation of church and state, Anton LaVey, self-responsibility and accountability, pop culture demons, “The Darkening Age” by Catherine Nixey, “The Myth of Persecution” by Candida Moss, “Lords of the Left-Hand Path” by Stephen Flowers, Lucien Greaves, left-hand and right-hand spirituality, philosophies around the world, psychic energy imbedded in the land, biodiversity, the “desert fathers” in early Christianity, Hypatia of Alexandria, the evils done by humans, ancient Rome, crimes of the Christian Churches, the documentary “Satan Wants You”, the 80's and 90's Satanic panic, hypnotic regression, cosmic morality, definitions of evil, hidden knowledge, Gnosticism, Cathars, light-bringers, sundown towns, Ku Klux Klan activity, the Vulgate (Latin) Bible, typology of demons, Goetic entities, ceremonial magick, Aleister Crowley, a high school scandal and its aftermath, a complicated situation with a former friend, boundaries in personal relationships, intervention by spirits, internal vs external encounters, atheism vs materialism, one-off monsters, anecdotal experiences, humanoid beings, angels, the “Tower 4” podcast, dream walking/astral projection, an intense lucid dreaming experience, the owl totem, omens, Walter Cruttenden, binary star system theory, Seriah's intense experience with an offer of knowledge, electric universe theory, simulation theory, “The Universe Solved” and “Digital Consciousness” by Jim Elvidge, “The Holographic Universe” by Michael Talbot, , liminal places, a video game analogy, digital vs analog reality, an encounter with a human-sized black cat being and a fascinating alternate reality, experiences with a “Bell Witch” entity, the Bell Witch legend, a strange singing experience, ghost cats, Coby Michael and occult herbalism, an intense dream experience with a massive black wolf, and much more! This is a truly unique conversation! - Recap by Vincent Treewell of The Weird Part Podcast Outro Music is Everyone Talks about the Weather by Lightning in a Twilight Hour Download

Jeff McCullough is a Protestant, Evangelical Pastor with the Christian and Missionary Alliance. He is the creator of a YouTube channel called Hello Saints where he chronicles his journey learning about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from a Protestant, Evangelical perspective. He's married with four children and recently relocated to Utah from St. Louis He completed his undergraduate degree in Digital Media from a Free-Methodist school called Greenville University and received a masters in Biblical Studies from Moody Theological Seminary in Chicago. He has worked in pastoral ministry for over 15 years. Links There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts HERE. Watch on YouTube Transcript coming soon Highlights Coming soon The Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler, and many more in over 700 episodes. Discover podcasts, articles, virtual conferences, and live events related to callings such as the bishopric, Relief Society, elders quorum, Primary, youth leadership, stake leadership, ward mission, ward council, young adults, ministering, and teaching.