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"Food has been my hiding place and comfort for so long."That simple sentence captures the heart of Karen's story.For years, she believed weight loss meant restriction, misery, and constantly thinking about food.She'd lost weight before. But she was also, in her words, "cranky, hungry, and angry."Every diet promised big results. But . . . None of them taught her how to deal with the emotional reasons she turned to food in the first place.Everything changed when Karen stopped focusing only on the outside and started doing the work on the inside.In this conversation, she shares how changing her relationship with food—and with herself—led to sustainable weight loss that finally fits her real life.Today she's lost 25 pounds, navigated holidays, birthdays, vacations, and everyday life without regaining the weight, and found a level of freedom she never thought possible.In This Episode . . . Karen's journey from emotional eating to food freedomWhy diets kept failing despite short-term successThe emotional burden behind physical weightFeeling betrayed by the diet industryWhy exercise alone didn't lead to weight lossHow changing her mindset changed everythingThe difference between losing weight and living wellWhy sustainable weight loss shouldn't make you miserableFinding peace with food, your body, and yourselfCorey's Email Newsletter: https://LoseFatList.comANTI-DIET CLASS: https://AntiDietClass.com
Today's episode of Gospel Spice, centered on the launch of "Awaken Delight," is a timely exploration of the Christian experience of suffering. Stephanie combines personal vulnerability—sharing excerpts from her new book about living with chronic pain and deep questions—with biblical wisdom on how hardship fits into our walk with God.In suffering, God does not abandon; he lovingly prunes and allows thorns for our growth. The path to deeper faith, humility, and delight in God runs directly through honest wrestling with pain—and leads to true spiritual fruitfulness.Christians often wonder: If I am serving God, why do I suffer? Is suffering a sign of God's displeasure or my failure? Stephanie shares that Christians who suffer yet trust God often appear as if they're not suffering—because they refuse let suffering have the final word.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive, in-depth 10-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are going through seasons of deep pruning from God's hand: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 454. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Just as fig trees need hard soil to bear fruit, Christians grow most deeply in spiritually tough conditions. Comfort produces "leaves without fruit," but hardship develops true character and delight in God.In 2 Corinthians 12, Paul's incredible spiritual experiences led God to allow him a "thorn"—not as punishment, but to keep him humble and dependent on God. Paul's journey shows that deep suffering is not proof of failure or sin, but God's purposeful investment in our transformation.In John 15, Jesus says that healthy, fruitful branches are the ones pruned by the Gardener (God), so they'll bear even more fruit. Pruning feels like loss or reduction but is God re-focusing our lives on what truly matters.Pruning is when God removes something from our lives. It is the elimination of even good things for us to be more fruitful and focused. By contrast, thorns are when God allows painful weaknesses or situations to remain. These serve a specific, humbling, and formative purpose. Both types invite deeper dependence on God.We misunderstand suffering when we see it as divine punishment. Biblical teaching says it's part of God's commitment to us—not against us, but for us. The goal is not mere improvement, but transformation—making us more like Christ."Faith" is not something we muster by willpower, but a posture rooted in humility: recognizing our need for God and opening ourselves to His work. Humility is both the soil in which faith grows and the fruit that results from faith.Christ was not merely "pruned"—he was "cut off" entirely for our sake, taking on the ultimate suffering so we would never face it alone. Now, even our suffering is transformed by his presence and purpose.Practical ApplicationWhen hardship comes, instead of merely asking "Why me?" or "How can I escape this?", ask "What is God showing me?" and "How can I delight in Him through this?"Choose to see suffering not as a sign of God's absence, but as the attentive hand of the Gardener who loves and invests in us.Remain in Christ—even weak connection is connection, and transformation is always worth the pain.Reflective action: Next time you face loss or pain, remember the lessons of pruning and thorns. Ask God to help you trust His restorative, purposeful hand, and seek delight in Him above all.We are in the middle of our “Awaken Delight” series, based on Stephanie's new book. Each week, we explore a different facet of what makes delight in God difficult and challenging. How can we live the reality of Psalm 37:4 when life is hard? "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." This is God's promise to you in Psalm 37:4. But many believers quietly assume it's just a poetic suggestion, or it doesn't really work here on earth.What you will (re)discover as you journey with God through Awaken Delight:Delight in God is identity-shaping, not emotion-driven. Delight in God is not fleeting emotion but resilient identity.Delight in God is altogether trust, satisfaction in God, relational intimacy with Him.Delight in God is often expressed and grown through resilient joy under suffering.Delight in God is the missing engine behind resilience. It's the antidote to burnout. It's even the foundation for sustainable ministry.God's delight in you is secure, not performance-dependent. God's delight in you frees you from striving! That's the beginning of delight.Jesus is the center of every endeavor to delight in God.You can build a delight-centered spiritual life.Awaken Delight invites you to follow Scriptural truths and spiritual practices that cultivate daily joy in God.DISCOVER THE BOOK BEHIND THE PODCAST | "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith: “Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content: "I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call: "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky: "Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways."More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!
The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic - Diamond Host Why does sex disappear from relationships that were once full of passion? Why does great sex slowly become routine, and why does desire disappears when love is still alive? Does sex matter enough to keep the spark alive? Do couples crave intimacy but don't know how to maintain or invite desire back? What disappears first, sex or intimacy? In this episode, you'll discover: *C@ck blockers that you might not have considered *Why comfort can kill desire, and how predictability quietly assassinates your sex life. *What the couples with great sex loves are doing, and what you are failing to do *Using some basic C's to bring the great sex back: communication, connection, consent and curiosity! Join Milica Jelenic, Holistic Health Practitioner, Sex & Intimacy Coach on this episode of The Pleasure Zone where we will find out what happens "When Good Sex Disappears." Grab your Yes, No, Maybe list - all about Playful Tips for Pleasure here 5 Key Takeaways / Highlights Good sex rarely disappears overnight—it is usually eroded by unresolved issues over time. Resentments, poor communication, unmet needs, chronic stress, and emotional disconnection gradually chip away at intimacy until desire begins to fade. Comfort without growth can become the enemy of passion. While emotional safety is essential, relationships that become overly predictable and routine can lose the novelty, curiosity, and excitement that help keep desire alive. Intimacy grows when couples continue exploring, communicating, and evolving together. Great sex is built through intentional connection, not luck. Couples who maintain fulfilling intimate relationships make time to communicate honestly, flirt, play, stay curious, and discuss their desires and boundaries. They actively nurture their relationship instead of assuming passion will maintain itself. Gratitude and playfulness help reignite desire. Focusing on what you appreciate about your partner, creating shared experiences, laughing together, and introducing variety into your relationship can strengthen emotional connection and naturally support a healthy, satisfying sex life. Not every relationship can—or should—be revived. While many intimacy challenges can be improved through communication, growth, and mutual effort, ongoing abuse, manipulation, gaslighting, repeated boundary violations, or a complete unwillingness to address relationship issues are important signs that it may be healthier to walk away. The Pleasure Zone – A Guide For Curioius Pleasure Seekers Inspired Choices Network Hosts Author Milica Jelenic Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615401 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615401 ~ More About The Pleasure Zone ~ Milica Jelenic is a Sex & Intimacy Coach, Speaker, and Pleasure Advocate who empowers individuals and couples to cultivate deeper intimacy, authentic connection, and greater vitality. Through her intuitive, playful, and compassionate approach, she helps clients release judgment, embrace their bodies, and discover how pleasure can become a powerful catalyst for healing, confidence, and a more fulfilling life. Known for creating a safe, engaging, and transformative space, Milica combines insight, curiosity, and practical guidance to inspire meaningful change. She invites people to explore new possibilities, reconnect with themselves, and experience the joy, ease, and aliveness that come from living with greater pleasure, presence, and self-acceptance. MilicaJelenic.com www.milicajelenic.com/ Email milica.jelenic.mj@gmail.com YouTube www.youtube.com/@thepleasurezone LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/pub/milica-jelenic/37/349/772 Instagram www.instagram.com/thepleasurezoneradio/ Facebook www.facebook.com/MilicaPZ TikTok www.tiktok.com/@milicajelenic1 The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/the-pleasure-zone-milica-jelenic/
Money can improve my lifestyle, but it cannot create real peace or fulfillment. I know those are built through intentional work, not purchased with money. Comfort and success mean little if I'm not aligned internally. Lasting fulfillment comes from the work I do on myself, not what I own. Show Notes: [05:13]#1 Inner peace means quieting the internal noise in your mind. [08:57]#2 Fulfillment from your life. [13:38]#3 Freedom from comparison. [16:56] Recap Next Steps: --- Execution is not a talent. It is a standard. If your results don't match your ability, something in your approach is out of alignment. Most people do not have a motivation problem. They have a consistency problem. Power Presence is the system for operating with greater discipline, clarity, structure, and execution under pressure. Learn more: → http://www.PowerPresenceProtocol.com Know what to do but not always doing it? Measure your execution at → http://RateMyExecution.com. Get Dre's free Daily Game email at http://WorkOnMyGame.com. Every day you'll receive one practical lesson on leadership, mindset, discipline, and execution to help you perform at a higher level. No fluff. Just game
Philosopher Stefan Molyneux lays out the truth about debt as intergenerational enslavement through government borrowing, inflation, and taxes that trap kids before they're born. He contrasts it with a Bitcoin economy that forces real accountability and free-market responsibility instead of endless coercion dressed up as virtue.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026
Sandra and Kasey rank their favorite Supernatural comfort episodes. You know, the ones that heal your heart after the show breaks it. Discover which Winchester moments bring warmth to a show about two brothers hunting monsters. Find some solace in the show's storytelling and lay your weary head to rest: we don't want you crying in this episode.~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can't be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks!We've got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:02:11 - Comfort is subjective00:07:31 - Sandra's Picks00:19:46 - Kasey's Picks00:28:59 - Outro
Are you in a dead-end relationship? Disappointed because that “special person” doesn't meet all of your needs? We hear about situations like these all the time. It's clear we're created as relational beings, so why do we struggle so much with relationships? In this message Stuart Briscoe teaches about the ultimate relationship that brings both comfort and meaning to our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111
Are you unknowingly settling for less than you're capable of? Comfort may feel safe, but it can quietly keep you from reaching your full potential.In this Mindset Coaching episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how to reach your full potential by developing a growth mindset, raising your standards, and breaking free from the comfort that leads to stagnation. Success isn't about talent alone, it's about consistently choosing growth over convenience.Michael shares practical strategies for rebuilding your mindset, creating daily structure, eliminating excuses, and developing the habits that lead to lasting personal growth. You'll discover how consistency, intentional action, and higher standards can help you unlock your potential and build the life you truly want.If you're ready to stop settling, embrace personal development, and become the best version of yourself, this episode will provide the mindset and strategies you need to move forward with confidence.Your potential grows when your standards rise.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN• How to reach your full potential• Why comfort leads to stagnation• The importance of a growth mindset• How to rebuild after setbacks• Creating daily structure for consistency• Raising your standards for success• Eliminating excuses that limit growth• Taking action toward lasting personal developmentKEY TAKEAWAYS✅ Comfort can quietly limit your potential.✅ Growth requires intentional daily action.✅ Consistency creates long-term success.✅ Higher standards produce better results.✅ Excuses delay progress.✅ Personal development is a lifelong journey.✅ Rebuilding is part of becoming stronger.✅ You are capable of more than you believe.RESOURCESRead the Full Blog: https://www.revenconcepts.com/comfortable-with-your-potential/EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDENWebsite: https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast Library: https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN: https://www.revenconcepts.com/If you found value in this episode, follow and download Coaching In Session on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss a new episode. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today's conversation.Send us a MessageSupport the showWebsite: www.Revenconcepts.comEmail: Coachinginsession@gmail.comYoutube: @RevenconceptsDon't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with others who would benefit from it!
Episode 770 of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast examines the relationship between workplace comfort and organizational performance. Learn how leaders can create supportive environments without sacrificing accountability, growth, and high performance.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI
Joey and Nancy returned from vacation and immediately compared trips. Nancy described Key West as disappointing because of seaweed-covered beaches, smelly water, bad food, and a rundown golf cart rental, while Joey shared stories from his family’s 1,100-mile New England road trip. Joey spent much of his vacation waking up angry at Producer Karly after discovering she had secretly set a 3:30 a.m. alarm on his phone weeks ago. The alarm continued going off every morning of vacation, no matter what hotel he was staying in. The World Cup wrapped up with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in the championship match. Joey and Nancy admitted they don't know much about soccer but were fascinated by the massive prize money awarded to the top teams. Nancy warned listeners about the ongoing “Dookie-demic” lettuce outbreak after reports of a parasite linked to fresh produce caused severe stomach issues for some people. Hot Tea: Jelly Roll and Bunny XO officially finalized their divorce, with Bunny explaining why she removed her podcast episode about the split. Riley Green had fans debating whether his interview on Theo Von’s podcast showed dry humor or arrogance. A man had to be rescued from inside a porta-potty after climbing in headfirst to retrieve a dropped Mountain Dew bottle. The show talked about the massive opening weekend of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. Producer Karly shared info about the special IMAX cameras used to film it, while Joey and Nancy debated whether the film was appropriate for younger viewers. Nancy shared her first-ever road rage experience while driving a golf cart in Key West. A group of scooter riders approached her family until one of them noticed her husband’s massive arms and suddenly decided he wanted no part of the confrontation. Lucky 7 for $50 gift card to Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants Joey recapped his Great American Road Trip through seven New England states. His favorite discoveries included Vermont, coffee milk, maple creamies, lighthouses, historic battleships, and renovated boutique motels. His least favorite parts included expensive airport parking, paying for soda refills, deep-sea fishing in rough water, Augusta, Maine, and Nantucket. The show discussed a study claiming that driving the speed limit could save millions of gallons of fuel every day while only adding about 54 seconds to the average commute. Neither Joey nor Nancy seemed especially convinced they were ready to slow down. Joey shared a travel complaint about a flight attendant who denied his request to move into an empty Comfort+ row, citing a “weight and balance issue.” Moments later, another flight attendant moved his family into those exact seats anyway, leaving Joey convinced he had been fed a creative excuse rather than the truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Send us Fan MailEvery entrepreneur knows the temptation to wait — for more money, more confidence, more perfect timing. This week's Monday Morning Motivation starts with one line from Arnold Schwarzenegger: "You can't climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets." From there, it's a story about two farmers, the hidden cost of "someday," and why growth almost never happens inside your comfort zone.If you've been staring at your ladder instead of climbing it, this one's for you.
In Psalm 27:1-6, David declares with bold confidence that even when the wicked attack or an army encamps against him, his heart does not fear because he trusts in God's protection and past deliverances. David's singular desire is to dwell … Continue reading →
Joey and Nancy returned from vacation and immediately compared trips. Nancy described Key West as disappointing because of seaweed-covered beaches, smelly water, bad food, and a rundown golf cart rental, while Joey shared stories from his family’s 1,100-mile New England road trip. Joey spent much of his vacation waking up angry at Producer Karly after discovering she had secretly set a 3:30 a.m. alarm on his phone weeks ago. The alarm continued going off every morning of vacation, no matter what hotel he was staying in. The World Cup wrapped up with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in the championship match. Joey and Nancy admitted they don't know much about soccer but were fascinated by the massive prize money awarded to the top teams. Nancy warned listeners about the ongoing “Dookie-demic” lettuce outbreak after reports of a parasite linked to fresh produce caused severe stomach issues for some people. Hot Tea: Jelly Roll and Bunny XO officially finalized their divorce, with Bunny explaining why she removed her podcast episode about the split. Riley Green had fans debating whether his interview on Theo Von’s podcast showed dry humor or arrogance. A man had to be rescued from inside a porta-potty after climbing in headfirst to retrieve a dropped Mountain Dew bottle. The show talked about the massive opening weekend of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. Producer Karly shared info about the special IMAX cameras used to film it, while Joey and Nancy debated whether the film was appropriate for younger viewers. Nancy shared her first-ever road rage experience while driving a golf cart in Key West. A group of scooter riders approached her family until one of them noticed her husband’s massive arms and suddenly decided he wanted no part of the confrontation. Lucky 7 for $50 gift card to Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants Joey recapped his Great American Road Trip through seven New England states. His favorite discoveries included Vermont, coffee milk, maple creamies, lighthouses, historic battleships, and renovated boutique motels. His least favorite parts included expensive airport parking, paying for soda refills, deep-sea fishing in rough water, Augusta, Maine, and Nantucket. The show discussed a study claiming that driving the speed limit could save millions of gallons of fuel every day while only adding about 54 seconds to the average commute. Neither Joey nor Nancy seemed especially convinced they were ready to slow down. Joey shared a travel complaint about a flight attendant who denied his request to move into an empty Comfort+ row, citing a “weight and balance issue.” Moments later, another flight attendant moved his family into those exact seats anyway, leaving Joey convinced he had been fed a creative excuse rather than the truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever experienced disappointed hope? To put all your trust in someone or something only to find they were untrustworthy—to be fooled and have your hope shattered. Maybe that's why we tend to distrust rather than to trust. Jesus said, “Trust God, trust Me, don't let your hearts be troubled.” But what does it mean to trust in God in the midst of things that are deeply troubling or discouraging? In this message, Stuart Briscoe reveals truth that helps us understand how these words of Jesus can be possible in our own life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111
What is obstructing your ability to recognize God? Touré Roberts takes us into Isaiah's encounter with God — a moment that only became possible when earthly structures shook. Isaiah's breakthrough reveals the real issue: There was a gap between what he understood about God and what he was actually saying. His vision didn't match his words. This disconnect is exactly what revival addresses. Revival takes place when the church recognizes what it gradually forgot: The gospel of the kingdom is bigger than our preferences, our security, and our comfort. The solution? Full integration. When your eyes, heart, lips, and actions all align with God's kingdom, everything shifts. You recognize the fullness of His grace and power. That alignment can change the atmosphere around you. But before integration happens, something has to move. What are you leaning on? Success? Comfort? Relationships? Possessions? These false dependencies obstruct your view of God. They keep you from recognizing Him. But when your hunger for God is greater than your hunger for anything else, revival flows through you. Message: “You Better Recognize” Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 and 2 Peter 1:2-3 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: July 19, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.
What is obstructing your ability to recognize God? Touré Roberts takes us into Isaiah's encounter with God — a moment that only became possible when earthly structures shook. Isaiah's breakthrough reveals the real issue: There was a gap between what he understood about God and what he was actually saying. His vision didn't match his words. This disconnect is exactly what revival addresses. Revival takes place when the church recognizes what it gradually forgot: The gospel of the kingdom is bigger than our preferences, our security, and our comfort. The solution? Full integration. When your eyes, heart, lips, and actions all align with God's kingdom, everything shifts. You recognize the fullness of His grace and power. That alignment can change the atmosphere around you. But before integration happens, something has to move. What are you leaning on? Success? Comfort? Relationships? Possessions? These false dependencies obstruct your view of God. They keep you from recognizing Him. But when your hunger for God is greater than your hunger for anything else, revival flows through you. Message: “You Better Recognize” Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 and 2 Peter 1:2-3 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: July 19, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.
Self-ExaminationThere is a healthy kind of self-examination, but constant inward searching can leave the soul anxious and discouraged. This episode reminds us that comfort is found not by endlessly looking at ourselves, but by looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.The Secret of His Comfort book by Jacque Waggoner is available on Amazon.Theme music: “Relaxing Soft Piano Music” by Viacheslav Starostin, used with gratitude.We would like to pray for you. Please click here to share your prayer needs with us.To learn more about Beau's Blessings click here.Please consider becoming a Hunter's Hero and supporting Hunter's Hope and this podcast by clicking here.Shop HH x MH Collection here.Learn more about our Podcast, Episode Guests and Hunter's Hope here.
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Summary: A season of comfort can quietly pull a person away from purpose, but small compromises don't have to define the ending when honest confrontation leads to a renewed heart.Series: King of HeartsTitle: Part 11 - When Comfort Becomes KingDate: 7/19/26, 10am, Sunday SermonSpeaker: Pastor Amanda HahnApproximate Outline:00:00 - Welcome and duck squeezing03:29 - Meet King George04:43 - Intro to 2 Samuel 1106:01 - Comfort keeps us from our calling08:07 - David's eyes wander10:05 - Bathsheba's message13:23 - Small compromises snowball19:00 - Uriah's faithfulness21:35 - The cover-up unravels28:34 - God exposes and restores
Poetry can speak volumes through imagery and an economy of words, it truly is a beautiful art form. Right off the bat we are told that this psalm was written by David when he was in the desert, or wilderness. Whichever word you choose, this is a place of loneliness, of danger, thirst, and difficulty. It is a desperate place and a place of vulnerability to many types of threats. One of David's conclusions in this psalm is that God's love is better than life. It is the one thing that cannot be shaken, it is the one thing that is secure, steadfast, and unfailing. The desert places cannot touch the love of God no matter how it feels at the time. Like Paul, David seems convinced of this truth – we cannot be separated from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8) When we find ourselves in wilderness seasons – when all seems hopeless and the land of our souls is dry, weary, and without refreshment – let us remember God is here. God is with us. God loves us. He has not forsaken us. His love will not fail us. He will see us through and none of this will last forever. We will one day be satisfied in His presence and know His love face to face. In the meantime, let us cling to the One who is strong enough to save us and tenderly holds us close –Jesus—our Shepherd, our Comfort, our Living Water. ------------To help us keep God's word planted deep into our hearts we encourage you to memorize a Psalm over the Summer. (The children in Grace Airways will be memorizing all of Psalm 23. We are confident that by hiding God's word in your heart in this way will bear fruit that will last all throughout your life.------------Prepare for this week's teaching by reading Psalm 63.
What if your greatest struggle isn't your circumstances... but your appetite?Every one of us is hungry for something. Success. Acceptance. Comfort. Security. Purpose. But what if the direction of your life is determined by what your heart craves most?In the opening message of our new BECOMING series, Pastor Joe Moss II explores a powerful biblical pattern found from Genesis to Revelation:Identity → Appetite → Authority → Influence → LegacyBefore God changes what you do, He reminds you who you are.Before He entrusts you with greater influence, He transforms what you hunger for.Using the incredible journey of a caterpillar becoming a butterfly, this message reveals why the hidden seasons of life are often God's greatest seasons of preparation, why the enemy attacks identity before appetite, and how the Holy Spirit doesn't simply change our behavior—He changes our desires.If you've ever felt stuck, forgotten, or like you're still in the cocoon, this message is for you.Key Takeaways:Identity always comes before assignment.Your appetite determines your direction.The Holy Spirit transforms desire—not just behavior.The cocoon is not punishment; it's preparation.Don't compare your stage to someone else's.Keep walking. Keep becoming.Scriptures:Genesis 1–3 • Matthew 3–4 • Romans 12:1–2 • Matthew 5:6 • Galatians 5 • John 15 • Philippians 3Thank you for listening to the Make God Famous Podcast. If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope in their journey of becoming.Remember:You don't have to pretend to be the finished product. Just stay faithful to the process.Keep Walking. Keep Becoming. Make God Famous.
With competing voices all around us, the world is full of the words of men. However, God promises that there is life and comfort in His Eternal Word! Join us this Sunday as we experience the rich joy of the Words of the Lord in Psalm 12!
Much More Versus Much LessGod's grace is not barely enough. It is much more than our sin, weakness, fear, failure, and need. This episode contrasts a “much less” view of the Christian life with the abundant “much more” grace given to us in Christ.The Secret of His Comfort book by Jacque Waggoner is available on Amazon.Theme music: “Relaxing Soft Piano Music” by Viacheslav Starostin, used with gratitude.We would like to pray for you. Please click here to share your prayer needs with us.To learn more about Beau's Blessings click here.Please consider becoming a Hunter's Hero and supporting Hunter's Hope and this podcast by clicking here.Shop HH x MH Collection here.Learn more about our Podcast, Episode Guests and Hunter's Hope here.
Shocker! Air conditioners do not produce cold air. They remove heat! You'll get an introductory level class course on the mechanics and science of comfort with 'Professors' Chuck and Carisa Knight of Knight Air Conditioning. From the latest refrigerants, the one, two and variable stage units to the correct indoor humidity and more. They really do have the coolest customers in town! Broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-cool-side-of-comfort-with-knight-air-conditioning/
The fire is behind you now. No chains. No bargaining voices. Just trees, a narrow stream, and a small flame that belongs to no one. In this second chapter, the road fades and something quieter takes its place. You make camp in the forest, share water and warmth, and begin to understand who the woman beside you really is... and who you are when you're no longer being watched.
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You Can Find Comfort in the QuietThere is a quiet assumption many of us carry — that peace is something we have to chase, earn, or fight for. But what if peace is already here, closer than you realize, simply waiting for you to stop long enough to let it in?In this episode, we explore how the quiet is not your enemy. Through gentle reflection and guided breathing, you'll be invited to discover that stillness is not emptiness — it's fullness. Full of wisdom, full of rest, full of the peace you've been searching for outward that was waiting inside you all along.✨ Affirmations included:• I can find comfort in the quiet• Stillness is not my enemy — it is my refuge• I give myself permission to pause without guilt• My peace matters, even when the world around me is loud• I am safe in this moment, exactly as I am⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 — Opening & Welcome2:15 — Settling In4:30 — The Theme: Finding Comfort in the Quiet7:00 — Guided Breathwork8:30 — Affirmations9:00 — ClosingTake a breath. You deserve this moment of softness.Part of Your Quiet Moment by HustleStudios. New episodes every hour. Just press play, close your eyes, and let the rest fall away.#yourquietmoment #encouragement #findingpeace #affirmations #breathwork #selfcare #mindfulness #hustlestudiosDISCLAIMER
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You Can Find Comfort in the QuietThere is a quiet assumption many of us carry — that peace is something we have to chase, earn, or fight for. But what if peace is already here, closer than you realize, simply waiting for you to stop long enough to let it in?In this episode, we explore how the quiet is not your enemy. Through gentle reflection and guided breathing, you'll be invited to discover that stillness is not emptiness — it's fullness. Full of wisdom, full of rest, full of the peace you've been searching for outward that was waiting inside you all along.✨ Affirmations included:• I can find comfort in the quiet• Stillness is not my enemy — it is my refuge• I give myself permission to pause without guilt• My peace matters, even when the world around me is loud• I am safe in this moment, exactly as I am⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 — Opening & Welcome2:15 — Settling In4:30 — The Theme: Finding Comfort in the Quiet7:00 — Guided Breathwork8:30 — Affirmations9:00 — ClosingTake a breath. You deserve this moment of softness.Part of Your Quiet Moment by HustleStudios. New episodes every hour. Just press play, close your eyes, and let the rest fall away.#yourquietmoment #encouragement #findingpeace #affirmations #breathwork #selfcare #mindfulness #hustlestudiosDISCLAIMER
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Send us Fan MailIn this transformative episode of The Box & The Sky series, Keya McClain the Poet explores the hidden cost of choosing comfort over alignment and the emotional price many people pay for remaining inside lives they've already outgrown.Drawing from her own entrepreneurial journey and personal evolution, Keya reflects on the many "boxes" she has lived in—from people-pleasing and perfectionism to timelines, expectations, and identities that no longer fit.This conversation challenges listeners to ask one powerful question:Am I staying because I'm aligned...or because I'm comfortable?In this episode, Keya discusses:• Why familiar doesn't always mean healthy• The emotional cost of staying inside outdated identities• Comfort versus alignment• The courage required to evolve• Letting go of people-pleasing and perfectionism• Honoring intuition over external expectations• Why authenticity often requires discomfort before freedomKeya reminds us that healing isn't about escaping every uncomfortable moment—it's about recognizing when the life you've built has become too small for the person you're becoming.This episode is for anyone standing at the edge of change, wondering whether to stay where life feels familiar or trust themselves enough to grow.Sometimes the greatest risk isn't changing.It's remaining in a box you've already outgrown.Support the show
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Pick up my new book The American Nightmare! => Click Here! In Today's Episode We are wrapping up this week's theme of getting your shit together through the absolute power of discipline. I am reviewing our core concepts of comfort versus discipline, reminding you that strong men do not wait to get it together—we build the wall before the war even starts. Plus, I am issuing a massive 7-day "Win the Week" challenge to help you lock in your daily execution so you can become a man the enemy simply cannot break. Key Topics Discussed: Manifesting Reality & Unconscious Habits: I want to remind you that what you believe in your heart and think in your mind will eventually become your words and your physical reality. What you repeatedly do becomes ingrained in your subconscious as an unconscious activity, which is why every wasted morning and every excuse you make will show up as a fatal weakness when the enemy attacks. Comfort vs. Discipline: The world wants you to chase comfort, numb your stress, and spend money just to feel better. But you have to understand that comfort fades, while discipline compounds. Discipline in your body, spirit, and money are all one fight. My War-Ready Framework & Daily Execution: I am recapping the ultimate survival ecosystem: getting right spiritually, getting strong physically, getting free financially, and guarding all three. I break down how to execute this daily by hitting your knees to pray for wisdom, moving and sweating every single day, tracking every dollar, and cutting out the numbing habits that dull the fighter inside of you. My 7-Day "Win the Week" Challenge: I am challenging you for the next seven days to execute on all cylinders. Read Proverbs every day, train your body, track your spending, cut one habit that makes you weak, and write down your victories in a journal. Every single night, you need to reflect and ask yourself: "Am I harder to defeat than yesterday?". Final Takeaway: A man who masters himself is impossible to conquer. Your discipline becomes your armor, your strength becomes your shield, and your financial freedom becomes your weapon. Protect your ecosystem at all costs, have a phenomenal weekend, and as always, Warriors—let's get your sh*t together! Listen Now! Other Resources! > Set Up Your Consultation with our Indexed Universal Life Insurance Team = > https://freedominsurancellc.com/consultation > Track your entire crypto portfolio, build exit strategies and receive real-time sell alerts, all in one simple dashboard. Do all of this with our Crypto Tracking App Merlin! Get 30 Days of Merlin Free => https://www.merlincrypto.com/ > Learn about how to join our 3T Warrior Academy https://sale.3twarrioracademy.com/home?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=CJV Warriors Rise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hold onto God in the dark, and you'll find your way back to the light. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
Send us Fan MailProtection that brings blessing on our relationships/life You shall not steal. Exodus 20:15Simple / DoneSteal: gānab – take for nothing, thievery, deceitStealing the truth about someone / taking reputation**Me 25 – Lose prevention - Church/donation boxesSat 5am – stake out, camcorder, confront – kid in boxpretend load, needy people //Go sin no more // Back next week **asked my mom steal // Never did anything wrongWhat mom doesn't know… Everyday part of life. Stealing is about gaining something atsomeone else's unwilling expense. Stuff, possessions, passwords, company, returning wrong items,Not reporting income / taxes – they don't need it!Adam and Eve in the garden – eat every tree – not one //why we steal??? 1. We Lack contentment. We crave for more – better = $1 good / $2 better, vacay, wifeLIE - If I get more, I'll be satisfiedGod's solution: Contentment – let the portion he gives satisfySingle, 1 kid, income, business,You can live frustrated or contentContentment – trust God – he knows need & will provide. But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. 1 Timothy 6:6-10 **Treadmill – walking/ keeping up with expectations.Don't start with greed/love of money – but reasonableWant comfortable, kids better life, securityComparing numbers: his house / > numbers! Clothes, moneyNot evil, but sneaky = (Paul) want to get rich, fall into trapTrap is in the wanting, not the havingSpeeding up – at 5, need 6, etc.- Comfort, options, Amazonsweating, striving, spending, = still be in the exact same place.*Take remote - At some point, not choosing speed anymoreRat race isn't you are lazy, but exhausted by things can't satisfyContentment is stepping off“Contentment is when my soul is no longercontrolled by what I do not have.”Grateful for what God has given We lack contentment because we don't trust God as Provider. God is trustworthy – won't let you down = MY SOURCEWon't give everything you want, but will what you needNot because you are good, but you're his kids And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 Not my politics, the economy, my job, my situationWhat is your source?? – job, him, US econ, wits, edu., self/steal We lack contentment because we don't trust God's Timing. Steal now, God is late**Friends who are late? Late for church today…I'm always on time… a ChristianGod is not on our time – but always at the right time. ** parking lot – 2 yrs. - Set close June 30th – $248k. //Bank/Lenders/Title Company??? Canceled 2x, meet lunchGod is doing something bigger than you understand. 2. We don't love people enough. “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” Matthew 22:36-40 **Think of someone you love most – won't steal from themWon't steal their joy, peace, supply, reputation, protect them!*person you least love – love them the same as self. 3. We don't recognize that Trust is a Test.**Never robbed a bank – but fill soda water cupKids are
“Stop Drifting, start living the life that is out there, and rediscover it for yourself…”Marty is an entrepreneur, Author, and Public Speaker known for his grounded, practical perspective on building a life rooted in purpose rather than comfort. Author of the recently released book “Kill Complacency” and host of the podcast bearing the same name, he boldly speaks to those who feel stuck in the mundane routines of life, and/or unfulfilling relationships.Tune in, as Marty explains:The concept of DRIFT (Default Results In Forgotten Time) and how it limits usA refreshing perspective on seeking satisfaction based on the effort, and not the praiseSociety's convention with comfort, and why comfort is the lieThe “Risk/Reward” realization behind controlling our own destiny To follow or connect with Marty, pick up a copy of his book, and listen to his podcast, visit www.killcomplacency.com Marty also invites you to take a FREE complacency quiz - a simple assessment using the “Wheel of Intentionality” to give you a complacency snapshot. Just click the ‘Assessments' top link from his home page, then scroll down and click the “Take the Complacency Quiz” link.
In this episode of the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sandra Moldovan and Dr. Virginia Diego discuss the principles of biological dentistry, focusing on the use of ozone and laser technology in dental treatments. They explore the importance of a holistic approach to dental health, the challenges of treating cavities, and the advantages of using nanoceramic materials over traditional fillings. The conversation emphasizes patient comfort, the role of 3D imaging in diagnosis, and the potential for teeth to heal naturally with proper care. Want to see more of The Holistic Dentistry Show? Watch our episodes on YouTube! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way. Key Takeaways: (02:59) The Role of Ozone in Dental Treatments (05:50) Understanding Cavities and Modern Approaches (08:57) The Advantages of Laser Dentistry (11:59) Patient Experience and Comfort in Dentistry (15:09) Healing and Recovery from Dental Procedures (18:06) The Importance of 3D Imaging in Dentistry (20:57) Nanoceramics vs Traditional Fillings Connect With Us: AskDrSanda | YouTube BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram Orasana.com | Instagram Integrative Dental Health Institute | Ozone in Dentistry Course
As we conclude our Where Hope Meets You: The Story Continues series, Katie sits down with Leslie Presson for a conversation about God's faithfulness through life's hardest seasons. Leslie's original story aired a little over three years ago and focused on the ways in which the Lord prepared her for and used her through her breast cancer journey. You can listen to her story by clicking here. Today, Leslie shares how the Lord has recently walked her and her family through another significant health crisis with her husband and how God used her previous trials to strengthen her for this one. Together, Katie and Leslie also discuss the importance of praying Scripture, staying tethered to Jesus, taking life one day at a time, and fighting the lies of the enemy in seasons of waiting. Leslie also shares how suffering can deepen our intimacy with God and offers practical wisdom for couples navigating difficult circumstances. Be sure to listen to the very end, where she shares the itinerary for her annual marriage retreat - a meaningful tradition filled with encouragement and intentionality. _________________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Leslie and all of our season 9 storytellers! Check out Leslie's ministry Hope Blooms Order our new devotional Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises by Katie Dunn! YES, you can continue to hear NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country periodically posted on Mondays and Fridays! You can also listen to previously posted stories on Throwback Thursdays over the summer! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see details on any upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
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What if self-control isn't mainly about saying no, but about keeping Christ at the center of what we desire? Money has a way of revealing what our hearts are chasing. Our spending, saving, giving, and borrowing decisions often tell a deeper story about what we love, what we fear, and what we believe will satisfy us. That's why biblical temperance is about far more than discipline or willpower. In our continuing series on the cardinal virtues and how Christian character shapes the way we handle money, author and theologian Pierce Taylor Hibbs joined the show to help us consider temperance, or self-control. He is a Senior Writer at Westminster Theological Seminary and the author of The Book of Giving: How the God Who Gives Can Make Us Givers. Today, he reminds us that self-control is not merely a human achievement. It is a gift of the Spirit that helps us enjoy God's gifts without letting them take God's place. Self-Control Is a Heart Issue When many people hear the word “self-control,” they think of willpower. They imagine discipline, restraint, or simply saying no to whatever they want in the moment. But Scripture gives us a deeper picture. Self-control is not merely a personality trait some people have and others lack. It is not gained by sheer determination. Instead, self-control is closely connected to the heart. A lack of self-control often reveals disordered desires—places where our hearts are chasing something other than God. The presence of self-control reveals a heart that is increasingly content in God and His promises. That means temperance is not about rejecting every enjoyable thing in the world. It is about rightly ordering our loves. God must be first, and everything else must take its proper place beneath Him. In other words, self-control is about keeping first things first. A Gift of the Spirit That truth should encourage us. If self-control were only a matter of willpower, many of us would have little hope. We have all experienced the frustration of trying harder, setting new goals, making new rules, and still falling back into the same habits. But Galatians 5 tells us that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is something God produces in His people as we walk with Him. That does not mean discipline is unimportant. Habits, boundaries, budgets, and accountability can all be helpful tools. But they are not the source of true self-control. The source is God Himself. So when our desires are out of order, the first step is not merely to try harder. It is to turn to the Lord in prayer and ask Him to form in us what we cannot produce on our own. God has given us a new heart in Christ, and by His Spirit, He teaches us to desire what is good, lasting, and true. Enjoying God's Gifts Without Replacing Him Temperance may involve restriction because our desires can easily become disordered. But restriction is not the goal. The goal is joy rightly ordered under Christ. A simple example is something like coffee or sugar. There is nothing wrong with enjoying either. They can be good gifts from God. But if our world were to fall apart without them, that might reveal something about the state of our hearts. The problem is not that we enjoy good things. The problem comes when we love those things more than we love our relationship with the Lord. A helpful question to ask is: What is my heart chasing right now? That question applies not only to food and drink, but also to money. What are our purchases chasing? Comfort? Control? Status? Escape? Approval? Security? Pleasure? None of those desires is unfamiliar to the human heart. And money often becomes the tool we use to pursue them. Why Money Reveals Our Desires Paul writes in 1 Timothy 6:10 that “the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.” The issue is not money itself but the heart's relationship to it. Jesus also warned that we cannot serve both God and money. Money is powerful because, in many ways, it functions like a key. It can unlock access to many of the things the heart desires—comfort, influence, experiences, possessions, pleasure, recognition, or a sense of control. That is why our financial decisions are so revealing. They show what we are chasing. Of course, money can be used in a good and God-honoring way. It can provide for needs, support a family, bless a neighbor, fund ministry, relieve suffering, and express worship through generosity. But money can also reveal that our hearts are running after something other than God. Our spending decisions tell a story. The question is whether that story points to Christ as our greatest treasure. The Challenge of a Consumer Culture Financial self-control is especially challenging in a culture that constantly tells us to buy now, upgrade now, and satisfy every desire now. Technology has made temptation more immediate than ever. Social media platforms and online ads are designed to place curated products directly in front of us. The very things we are most likely to want often appear in our feeds, inboxes, and search results. That means our commitment to Christ is being tested constantly—not only by obviously sinful things, but also by good gifts that can quietly become ultimate things. A vacation can be a gift. A home can be a gift. A hobby can be a gift. A meal, a phone, a car, a cup of coffee, or a new pair of shoes can all be received with gratitude. But when the gift becomes more captivating than the Giver, our desires have become disordered. Temperance helps us receive God's gifts with open hands, gratitude, and perspective. Jesus Shows Us Perfect Self-Control One beautiful picture of this comes after the resurrection in John 21. The disciples had spent the night fishing and caught nothing. Jesus met them on the shore and neither rebuked them for fishing nor told them that physical things did not matter. Instead, He helped them find fish, prepared a fire, and invited them to breakfast. Fresh fish and warm bread were not treated as distractions from spiritual life. They were gifts to be enjoyed with Jesus at the center. That is a wonderful picture of temperance. Biblical self-control does not require us to reject every earthly blessing. It teaches us to enjoy every blessing in communion with Christ, remembering that He is better than the gifts He gives. We do not need to abandon money or pretend material needs do not matter. But we do need to ask whether Christ remains central in how we earn, spend, save, give, and enjoy. A Question for Every Financial Decision So how can we practice temperance in our financial lives this week? One simple question can help: How is God remaining central in this decision? That question does not produce a mechanical answer, but it does reveal the heart. It invites us to pause, pray, and consider whether our money is serving our love for God or competing with it. Self-control is not the joyless denial of every good thing. It is the Spirit-given ability to enjoy God's gifts without letting them replace God as our ultimate treasure. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm 67, and my wife is 68. We have a traditional IRA, and I'm concerned that once RMDs begin at 73, the withdrawals could eventually push us—or my wife, if I pass first—into a higher tax bracket and increase Medicare premiums. What planning steps should we consider? I've been overpaid on Social Security SSDI and am currently repaying it. Do I have to repay the full amount before I can switch to my regular Social Security retirement benefit? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) The Book of Giving: How the God Who Gives Can Make Us Givers by Pierce Taylor Hibbs Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode, the editors and managing editor of Science Fiction Studies offer an inside look at the journal, discussing its place in the field and revisiting notable articles that have contributed to the study of science fiction. Science Fiction Studies is published three times a year by University of California Press. For more information about the journal, including subscription and submission information, please visit online.ucpress.edu/sfs. If you are interested in supporting the work of UC Press and its Journals Program, please consider making a charitable donation to the UC Press Foundation. To learn more about the UC Press Foundation and how to contribute, please visit ucpress.edu/support-us. Articles mentioned: Istvan Csicsery-Ronay, Jr.; Antimancer: Cybernetics and Art in Gibson's 'Count Zero.' Science Fiction Studies March 1995; 22 (1): 63-86. Link. John Rieder; On Defining SF, or Not. Science Fiction Studies July 2010; 37 (2): 191-201: Link. Paul Kincaid; Review: H.G. Wells: Contemporary Perspectives, edited by Lourdes López-Ropero. Science Fiction Studies March 2026; 53 (1): 190-193: Link. Veronica Hollinger; Introduction: Women in Science Fiction and Other Hopeful Monsters. Science Fiction Studies July 1990; 17 (2): 129-135: Link. Darko Suvin; A, B, and C. The Significant Context of SF: A Dialogue of Comfort against Tribulation. Science Fiction Studies March 1973; 1 (1): 44-50: Link. Special Issue on Science Fiction and Postmodernism. Science Fiction Studies Nov. 1991: Link. A complete list of University of California Press journals is available at UC Press Journals Phoenix Alexander is the Jay Kay and Doris Klein Librarian for Science Fiction and Fantasy at the University of California, Riverside, and Book Review Editor of Science Fiction Studies. Stephen Darren Dougherty is Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Translation at the University of Agder and an Editor of Science Fiction Studies. Colin Milburn is Distinguished Professor and Gary Snyder Chair in Science and the Humanities at the University of California, Davis, and an Editor of Science Fiction Studies. Patrick Sharp is Professor of Liberal Studies at California State University, Los Angeles, and an Editor of Science Fiction Studies. Elizabeth (Lisa) Swanstrom is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Utah and an Editor of Science Fiction Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In this episode, host Elizabeth Pittman sits down with returning guest Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing to discuss his latest book, co-authored with Dr. Andrew E. Steinmann, Wrestling with God: Understanding Difficult Old Testament Passages. Reed shares why we shouldn't skip or soften the Old Testament's hardest passages — and what we gain when we lean into them instead.Episode Timestamps0:12 — Introduction & Welcoming Reed Lessing Back1:52 — Why We Shouldn't Skip or Soften the Old Testament4:00 — What Still Perplexes the Scholars: Long Lifespans & the Trinity5:50 — The Challenge of Distance: Hebrew Language Barriers8:00 — Understanding Violence in the Old Testament14:00 — Modern Israel vs. Biblical Israel: A Grievous Confusion21:00 — The Key Question: Who Is Israel?22:00 — Why the Church Skips the Psalms of Lament26:00 — Where Reed Turns for Comfort in Hard Times28:00 — What Didn't Make the Cut29:45 — Encouragement for Those Wrestling with Scripture33:00 — Looking Ahead: The Next Book in the Trilogy34:00 — ClosingAbout the GuestDr. R. Reed Lessing is the The Edwin F. and Esther L. Laatsch Chair of Old Testament Studies at Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota. He also serves as the University's Director for the Center of Biblical Studies and oversees the University's Pre-Seminary Program. Previously he was Senior Pastor at Saint Michael Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, Indiana, and before that, Professor of Exegetical Theology and Director of the Graduate School at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri. He was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and received the B.A. in pre-seminary studies from St. John's College, Winfield, Kansas, in 1981. He earned his M.Div. (1985), S.T.M. (1989), and Ph.D. (2001) degrees from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri. He was ordained into the office of the holy ministry on June 29, 1986. From 1986 to 1999, he served pastorates in West Monroe, Louisiana, and Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.Resources MentionedWrestling with God: Understanding Difficult Old Testament Passages by Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing and Dr. Andrew E. Steinmann — cph.orgConcordia Publishing HouseBringing you God's enduring Word in a changing world.
In this short episode from the Bry-X stage of the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium, Tessa Murry gives a class on building science basics: The House Always Wins! Tessa is a building scientist who works with TEC. Tessa's class is about how the house puts HVAC contractors in difficult situations. When people have indoor air quality or comfort concerns, the HVAC often takes the blame, even if the issue is with the house. There are usually several little home improvement decisions that create unintended consequences and add up. In many cases, when there aren't exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms, moisture stays inside and can cause indoor condensation. Air-sealing, adding or removing insulation, replacing windows, replacing furnaces with a different efficiency model, and even moving people in can all affect comfort and air quality. Comfort issues and complaints, such as hot and cold spots, often point to issues with the house, not necessarily just the HVAC system. Pressure boundaries and thermal boundaries in the building envelope need to be aligned, continuous, and consistent for HVAC systems to do their job well, but many houses don't have that. Those boundaries need to be clear between attached spaces like attics or garages. Those spaces create problems with energy efficiency and comfort, and humidity is a problem in some climates. Garages also have fumes we want to keep out of the house. Heat moves from hot to cold, and air moves when there is a pressure differential. Mechanical equipment and wind can drive pressure differentials. If there is a pressure difference and a hole, there will be air movement. In the winter, cold air sinks and displaces warm air, which rises and creates positive pressure at the top of the house. That air will push through gaps around can lights, vents, and more. When that humid air gets into a cold attic, the moisture will condense on the roof decking surface and cause an ice dam to form. In the summer, hot, humid air comes into the structure. Regardless of the house's issues with air movement, it's on HVAC contractors to make the decisions that put the occupant's health and safety first, including calling the contractors with the knowledge to diagnose the house's problem. Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? Submit your questions at https://www.speakpipe.com/hvacschool. Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 8th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium. Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.
Pick up my new book The American Nightmare! => Click Here! In Today's Episode As we roll into Tuesday of our "get your sh*t together" week, Coach JV drops some hard truths about the modern world's dangerous addiction to comfort. From the epidemic of endless vaping to numbing our daily stress with alcohol and energy drinks, a scattered man is making himself easy prey. In this episode, we explore why you need to stop treating self-improvement as entertainment and start building an unbreakable fortress for your family through absolute discipline. Key Topics Discussed: Manifesting Your Reality: Coach JV reminds us that what you believe in your heart becomes your thoughts, then your words, and eventually your physical reality. The unconscious habits you repeatedly do are exactly what dictate your future. The Epidemic of Comfort: The world actively promotes chasing comfort and putting things off until tomorrow. Coach JV calls out the massive reliance on low-level anxiety inducers like energy drinks, alcohol, and the constant need to puff on vapes just to get through the day. Suffering With Purpose: Comfort fades, but discipline compounds. Learn why you must actively choose to suffer with purpose before it becomes necessary, because eventually, life is going to force you to suffer anyway. The Unbeatable Ecosystem: Discipline in one area strengthens them all. Coach JV explains how locking in your spiritual connection with God, building your physical temple, and mastering your finances creates an ecosystem that makes a man completely unbeatable. Entertainment vs. Execution: A direct challenge to long-time listeners: Are you actually activating these principles in your life, or are you just listening for entertainment?. Coach JV sets the stage for tomorrow's episode, which will focus entirely on tactical daily execution. Final Takeaway: Stop hitting the snooze button and start building your wall before the war begins. A disciplined man is a fortress, and when the enemy attacks, it will target those who are already weak. Stop chasing comfort, lock in your ecosystem, and as always, Listen Now! Other Resources! > Set Up Your Consultation with our Indexed Universal Life Insurance Team = > https://freedominsurancellc.com/consultation > Track your entire crypto portfolio, build exit strategies and receive real-time sell alerts, all in one simple dashboard. Do all of this with our Crypto Tracking App Merlin! Get 30 Days of Merlin Free => https://www.merlincrypto.com/ > Learn about how to join our 3T Warrior Academy https://sale.3twarrioracademy.com/home?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=CJV Warriors Rise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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