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In this Saturday episode, AHG Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay welcomes Dr. Kathy Koch back to the podcast as a returning guest to talk about ways we can raise gender-confident girls in a world steeped in confusion. Even when the culture tells us that Scripture is antiquated and oppressive, girls can embrace the clarity, purpose, and peace God offers us through His Word—a solid foundation for both Patti and Dr. Kathy in this conversation.    Dr. Kathy shares about her new book Raising Gender-Confident Kids, co-authored with Dr. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries.     Dr. Kathy courageously describes the intention behind the book with Dr. Jeff Myers to embolden parents to push back and say 'no' to a deceptive notion of transitioning kids to different genders by altering their physical bodies. Patti draws out the direction of the book's title—gender-confident rather than gender-confused. Dr. Kathy unpacks the joy behind this theme by rooting a family's confidence in God first and then trickling down to a girl's understanding of her gender. Patti recalls her mother's phrase, 'God doesn't make mistakes.' This led the discussion to understanding God as the Potter at the wheel designing and crafting our bodies with perfect intention and meticulous care.    Dr. Kathy shares her personal journey as a girl learning to embrace things about herself that she previously ached to change, then under her mom's wise leadership shifting her thinking to love the unique facets of her body's design. From her height to her voice, Dr. Kathy shares wisdom, joy, and hope for girls struggling with their body's design.     Dr. Kathy offers precision in regard to gender confusion, settling that it is loving for a parent to correct confusion in gentleness and love. Patti and Dr. Kathy address the notion of labels that has changed drastically over the last 50 years in western cultures. To calm the strife, Dr. Kathy guides listeners to celebrate both the strength and softness of a girl's femininity rather than letting culture guide our views. Through the lens of a Biblical Worldview, Dr. Kathy teaches ways to let Scripture guide a girl's understanding, both with quoted chapter and verse as well as values of the Bible woven into daily conversations. Dr. Koch and Dr. Myers' book includes conversation starters so parents have a helpful launch-point when issues come up.     Scriptures Shared in this Episode:    Genesis 1:27  Isaiah 64:8  Psalm 139:13-14    For more information on Dr. Kathy's work, visit: celebratekids.com   Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.    Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.   

Some religions and some people have very specific ideas about “grace”, and that includes poet Orlando Ricardo Menes. In the carefully constructed “Grace”, he manages to both demystify and remystify what grace is, leaving us with the possibility that at any moment or no moment it could pour down and quench us all. Intrigued? Confused? Give this episode a listen.  We invite you to subscribe to Pádraig's weekly Poetry Unbound Substack, read the Poetry Unbound books and his newest work, Kitchen Hymns, or listen to all our Poetry Unbound episodes.  Orlando Ricardo Menes teaches in the Creative Writing Program at the University of Notre Dame, where he is a professor of English. He is also the author of several other works of poetry, including Memoria, Fetish, and Heresies. He lives in South Bend, Indiana.Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org. 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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Dave talks about having bloodwork done, and during the process, gets confused about what is happening. 

SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE! Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast! Mark Sevi Show Notes January 23, 2026 Episode #327   This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com With Co-Host Christopher Stires GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS   SHAMELESS PROMOS: Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft and JUST RELEASED! Tips, Tricks, Essays on Writing ~*~ CURIOUS? CONFUSED? CONFOUNDED? On Amazon, Ebook or Paperback _______________________________________________________________________ A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers! On AMAZON SHOW DETAILS 00:00:00 INTRO Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by MaxCo Music Seminars and Classes 00:03:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING? #deepspacenine #starfleetacademy #southland #veronicamars #veronica-mars 00:7:00 RANT – Just Write! 00:09:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON? #script #book #ghostWriting #article #anthology 00:12:00 TOP AMAZON CHOICES OF 2025 #totallykiller #blacksnow #maigret #greatestShowman #reacher #bones #bluelights 00:19:00  QUOTE / BUH BYE “Stuff your eyes with wonder,live as if you'd drop dead in ten seconds.… Read the rest

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/connected/587 http://relay.fm/connected/587 We're All Confused 587 Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. clean 4756 Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: Sentry: Mobile crash reporting and app monitoring. New users get $100 in Sentry credits with code connected26. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Links and Show Notes: Get Connected Pro: Preshow, postshow, no ads. Submit Feedback iOS 27: Apple to Revamp Siri as Built-In iPhone, Mac Chatbot - Bloomberg Private AI Compute advances AI privacy – Google Blog Introducing Gemini 3 Flash: Benchmarks, global availability – Google Blog ‎Queue - Simple Podcasts App - App Store Clawdbot Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Like - MacStories Clawdbot Closing the capability gap between frontier AI and everyday

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/connected/587 http://relay.fm/connected/587 Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. clean 4756 Myke and Ticci dig into Mark Gurman's report on Siri in the '27 OS releases, check their vibes for Apple and AI for the year, and talk about the “Personal Super Intelligent” lobster known as Clawdbot. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: Sentry: Mobile crash reporting and app monitoring. New users get $100 in Sentry credits with code connected26. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Links and Show Notes: Get Connected Pro: Preshow, postshow, no ads. Submit Feedback iOS 27: Apple to Revamp Siri as Built-In iPhone, Mac Chatbot - Bloomberg Private AI Compute advances AI privacy – Google Blog Introducing Gemini 3 Flash: Benchmarks, global availability – Google Blog ‎Queue - Simple Podcasts App - App Store Clawdbot Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Like - MacStories Clawdbot Closing the capability gap between frontier AI an

Andrew For America is often times referred to as a white supremacist far-right Nazi conspiracy nutjob...and today, he changes all of that by thoroughly explaining where he falls on the political spectrum. Andrew talks about classical liberalism, libertarianism, conservatism, capitalism, the welfare state, natural law, universal moral principles, authoritarian control, fascism, oligarchy, the "revolving door," crony capitalism, and how taxation is theft. Andrew reads excerpts from the book, "Are you Liberal, Conservative, or Confused" by Richard J. Maybury, as well as quotes from George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Paine, Carl Jung, Daniel Alexander Zeck, KRS-One, and others to help illustrate his points. Andrew also talks about "engineered reality," and how these social media algorithms are literally programming people's minds.The song selection is the song, "Rebels and Imbeciles" by the band Battle Flask.Visit allegedlyrecords.com and check out all of the amazing punk rock artists!Visit soundcloud.com/andrewforamerica1984 to check out Andrew's music!Like and Follow The Politics & Punk Rock Podcast PLAYLIST on Spotify!!!Check it out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Y4rumioeqvHfaUgRnRxsy...politicsandpunkrockpodcast.comFollow Future Is Now Coalition on Instagram @FutureIsOrgwww.futureis.org

In this episode I break down the difference between slide decks and slide docs—and talk about designing intentionally for each. Many presentation problems don't stem from weak ideas or poor analysis. They come from using the wrong artifact for the job. Slides overloaded with text are often treated as presentations when they're really documents meant to be read. The result? Confused audiences, long meetings, and diluted messages. I explain why slide decks and slide docs serve fundamentally different purposes—and why trying to make one file do both almost always fails. In this episode, you'll learn: Why slide decks are spoken artifacts designed to support your voice, not replace it How slide docs function as read artifacts that must stand on their own without explanation A simple rule of thumb to help you choose the right format before you start building Whether you're preparing for class presentations, team meetings, interviews, or client-facing work, understanding this distinction will immediately improve your clarity and credibility.

Most e-commerce brands think they have a traffic problem.They don't.They have a leakage problem, and it's draining their bank accounts every single day.In this episode of Think Millions, Dr. Alexa D'Agostino sits down with Matthew Stafford, an E-commerce Growth Expert who has helped hundreds of brands cross the million-dollar mark without dumping more money into ads.Matthew has seen the backend of more Shopify stores than most founders ever will — and what he sees over and over again is the same pattern: brands blame ads, social, and platforms while ignoring what's actually broken after the click.In this conversation, we break down:Why most stores are failing before the first clickThe #1 revenue leak hiding in plain sightWhy ads get blamed for website failuresHow clarity beats persuasion every timeWhy redesigns don't fix conversion problemsThe mindset block keeping founders stuck at 6–7 figuresHow data (not design trends) actually drives scaleThis episode isn't about hacks or tactics.It's about fixing the real mechanics of growth, and getting out of your own way.Keys Parts of the Conversation:(0:10–0:52) | You Don't Have a Traffic Problem Why most Shopify stores are leaking money after the click.(4:12–4:31) | Ads Aren't Broken, Websites Are The real reason paid traffic doesn't convert. (3:18–3:28) | Why Confused Buyers Don't Buy Clarity vs persuasion in modern e-commerce.(5:19–5:35) | High-Converting Sites Are Built With Data Why redesigns fail and analytics matter.(6:44–7:05) | The Biggest Revenue Leak: Navigation How buyers actually find (or don't find) products.(9:42–10:23) | How to Identify Where Your Store Is Bleeding Money Using add-to-cart, checkout, and conversion data correctly.(10:45–11:15) | What “Good” Conversion Rates Actually Look Like Benchmarks based on AOV. (12:03–14:05) | Why Brands Stall at 6–7 Figures The mindset issue that founders don't want to admit.(16:45–17:32) | Scaling Isn't Magic, It's Mechanics The real formula behind sustainable growth.Great Quotes from the Podcast:“Most e-commerce brands don't have a traffic problem. They have a leakage problem.”“If people are clicking but not buying, the ads aren't broken, the site is.”“Confused buyers don't convert. They bounce.”“A high-converting site isn't built with design tools. It's built with data.”“Pretty doesn't scale. Clarity does.”“You can't fix what you don't measure.”“Most founders would rather redesign their site than read their own metrics.”“Businesses don't have business problems — they have people problems.”“Scaling isn't magic. It's mechanics.”“Stop throwing money at traffic before you fix the leaks.”Resources:All Episodes: Think Millions PodcastQuestions or Comments: support@thynkconsultinggroup.comAlexa's Instagram: @dralexadagostinoAlexa's Website: AlexaD'Agostino.comBook a Discovery Call with Alexa: Discovery CallThynkFuel Agency: ThynkFuelMedia.com

Not a substitute for walking with the Holy Spirit, but it may be a practical tool if you've run into one too many walls of frustration.

Synopsis What exactly is authority? Where does it come from? How do you get it? Can you move authority from St. Paul, MN to the south side of Chicago? Join Em and Jesse for a wide-ranging chat on the subject. Notes 1/ Of course, many people in addition to women have a hard time getting others (i.e. non-group members) to pay attention to their authority. For example, trans and nonbinary people have a hard time getting anyone to listen to them speaking about their own lived experiences. 2/ I’ve published four novels and a novella since this was recorded, and people actually do think I’m an authority on some topics for some reason. 3/ The story about Aristotle’s phony translators comes from here, I think: https://historyofphilosophy.net/translation-movement Pseudopigrapha: from pseudo, false, and epigraphe, name or inscription. A falsely attributed text. U of Michigan’s Galileo text: “After an internal investigation of the findings of Nick Wilding, professor of history at Georgia State University, the library has concluded that its “Galileo manuscript” is in fact a 20th-century forgery. We’re grateful to Professor Wilding for sharing his findings, and are now working to reconsider the manuscript’s role in our collection.” Also, “Wilding concluded that our Galileo manuscript is a 20th-century fake executed by the well-known forger Tobia Nicotra.” (The quotes are from the linked website.) 4/ According to the Virginia Woolf society, the actual quote is: “I would venture to guess that Anon, who wrote so many poems without signing them, was often a woman.” (From ch 3 of A Room of One’s Own.) Pseudo-Dionysius the Areopagite (5th/6th century CE)) Pseudo-Pseduo-Dionysius is anyone once thought to be Pseudo-Dionysius but now recognized (by modern scholars) to be someone other than Pseudo-Dionysius. Confused? 5/ Pseudo-Bonaventure (14th century CE) wrote Meditations on the Life of Christ. 6/ I’ve become a bit more familiar with copyright law in the three years(!) since we recorded this, since I’ve published three going on four books of my own since then. A really good example of a point I think past Em is trying to make is Sherlock Holmes, who has recently passed into public domain. He’s a neat character and everyone wanted to play with him (look at the adaptations of recent memory: the Robert Downey Jr. films, the BBC’s Sherlock, the American Elementary). But because of copyright law, this was fairly difficult and confusing until very recently, despite the character’s creator having been dead since 1930. These cases raise many questions of authorship vs ownership and how long someone should really be able to make money on an idea. (Patent Law is, if anything, worse, from what I understand.) 7/ It was a photograph of Prince! Since we recorded this, the Supreme Court sided against Andy Warhol’s estate: https://www.npr.org/2023/05/18/1176881182/supreme-court-sides-against-andy-warhol-foundation-in-copyright-infringement-cas Girl Talk is awesome: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSoTN8suQ1o I mention him because there was a really good documentary about copyright called RiP! A Remix Manifesto that discussed his work (including a discussion of it with the head of the copyright office of the Library of Congress). 8/ Just to clarify, “fair use” is kind of a complicated issue. When you are a non-commercial educational podcast (ahem), you can use things (like samples of YouTube performances) without having to pay licensing fees. You can also fairly quote sections of things for criticism, news reporting, and research. You can therefore quote lines from songs or poems in textbooks, but not in novels because they aren’t considered teaching. Parody (hello, Weird Al!) can be a weird gray area, because a parody obviously has to be somewhat transformative but still retain enough of a likeness that people will know what you’re parodying, and on this question hangs a lot of lawsuits. (Not toward Weird Al though, as far as I know. But Margaret Mitchell’s estate did try to sue to block the publication of The Wind Done Gone.) See also: Why does Ulysses (in Em’s novels) wear so many band T-shirts and occasionally mention songs and artists, but there are zero song lyrics in the books? Because you can’t copyright band names or album/song titles. Steamboat Willie has actually entered public domain since we recorded this! [So amazing!–Jesse] Peter Pan actually first appeared in 1902! Also, sorry, “Peter Pan is a psychopomp” is somehow not a sentence I had on my bingo card. I guess it has lost a bit in its translation to the screen… On the plus side, SIDS rates have dropped dramatically since 1902? “I can rewrite Macbeth if I want to.” Or a really complex riff on The Bacchae? Em of 2022 did not know what was coming, lol. 9/ Notably, Spivak also quotes primarily women. The episode on Hrotsvit: Episode 22 10/ For more on Juliana of Cornillion and the Feast of Corpus Christi, see Episode 6. 11/ Wife of Bath’s Prologue and Tale are HERE. (Also, Chaucer was not, as far as we know, toxic like Joss Whedon!) 12/ Incidentally, violent, in-the-moment reactions to mistreatment by another person are called reactive abuse, and they’re often used by abusers to shift the blame onto their victims. If you are being abused or wondering if you are and want to talk to someone, check out the National Domestic Violence Hotline (https://www.thehotline.org/), or look for local programs. Here in Madison, for instance, we have Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (https://abuseintervention.org/).

Sierra never imagined that someone else's obsession would become her nightmare. She had just started dating a man when a stranger reached out—claiming he was her boyfriend of three years. Confused and alarmed, Sierra confronted him. What he showed her was proof: the relationship had ended long before. But the fixation hadn't. The woman who once stalked him quickly shifted her focus to Sierra. What began as online harassment spiraled into something far more dangerous—real-world intimidation, constant fear, and eventually, violence. Slashed tires made it clear this wasn't just digital anymore. Sierra and her partner did everything they were told to do. They went to the police. They consulted attorneys. They sought a restraining order. But no protection ever came. Years later, the stalking hasn't stopped. Today, Sierra is speaking out—ready to tell her story, confront the fear, and reclaim her life. HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED STALKING?  LET US KNOW: strictlystalkingpod@gmail.com OTHER LINKS The Last Trip - Podcast - hosted by Jaimie Beebe Listen & Subscribe to The Last Trip - https://audioboom.com/channels/5119581-the-last-trip Follow The Last Trip on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelasttripcrimepod/ And Subscribe for all the updates on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TheLastTripPodcast Instagram: @strictlystalkingpod @feathergirl77 @jaked3000  

Hello! And welcome to Episode 385. Most people think projects start with design or budgeting. They don’t. This episode introduces the four real phases of every project, and explains why confusion, rework, and cost blowouts usually come from skipping or rushing the early ones. So if you’re starting out and feeling overwhelmed or confused, you’re not behind. And in tuning into this episode, and the Mini-sode Series I’m kicking off, you’re in the right place to gain some helpful insights and know-how before you start your project. [For all resources mentioned in this podcast and a free, downloadable PDF transcript, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com/385] Welcome to this Mini-Sodes Series called ‘Start Here’. Each episode is designed to eliminate assumptions, bust common myths, and help you understand what actually matters first, before you dive headlong into your project driven by excitement alone. You’ll learn what to prioritise now, what can wait, and how to move forward without feeling overwhelmed. Most homeowners feel overwhelmed before diving into their new build or renovation planning. Nervous, but excited. Confused, but optimistic. Creating your future home is an opportunity to support your lifestyle, reflect your values, and create a place to live and enjoy for years to come. At the same time, a renovation or new build is often the biggest financial investment you’ll make outside of purchasing property. There can feel like a lot at stake, and the industry can appear opaque and complex. If you’re wondering where to start, that’s the most common question I receive at Undercover Architect, and it’s why I created this series. Before we begin, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which I live and work, the Widjabul Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and I honour their ongoing connection to land, culture and community. It’s Amelia Lee here, founder and architect behind Undercover Architect, an online education platform that teaches homeowners how to get it right when designing, building or renovating their home, simply and with confidence, wherever you’re located and whoever you’re working with. Undercover Architect is your secret ally. Not here to tell you what your home should look like, or to push an aesthetic, finish, or product. This is about helping you understand the process, ask better questions, avoid stressful and expensive mistakes, and make clear, informed decisions that are right for you and your project. So let’s dive into Part 1 of the Start Here Series, ‘How Every Project Really Unfolds’. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: For links, images and resources mentioned in this podcast, plus a full transcript, head to >>> www.undercoverarchitect.com/385 The Get Started Guide Mini-Course You can jump into Undercover Architect’s mini-course, The Get Started Guide, which helps you begin organising your thinking about the first best steps for any project. PROJECT 101 Self-Study Online Course If you’re still working out whether building or renovating is the right move for you, or you want to get your head around what’s involved before committing too far, PROJECT 101 is designed for that stage. It helps you understand the moving parts of a project and how cost, time, team, design, and you interact, so you can feel oriented and informed. HOME Method Online Program And if you want guidance and support right through all four phases of your project, with the steps, tools, resources and personalised help to navigate your project confidently, manage your risk and avoid costly mistakes, then Undercover Architect’s signature online program, HOME Method, is where you’ll find the community, coaching and education you need to support you every step of the way. Just a reminder: All content on this podcast is provided by Undercover Architect for reference purposes and as general guidance. It does not take into account specific circumstances and should not be relied on in that way. You should seek independent verification or advice before relying on this content in any circumstances, including but not limited to circumstances where loss or damage may result. The views and opinions of any guests on the podcast are solely their own. They may not reflect the views of Undercover Architect. Undercover Architect endeavours to publish content that is accurate at the time it is published, but does not accept responsibility for content that may or has become inaccurate over time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

...we Tossed our way into oblivion with the exciting new show Pluribus in this one.Hello audient!The new show Pluribus comes at us with all the niceties, trappings and plot pitfalls  to be found in our rot-attacked brains. While the first Season leaves many more questions than answers, leaving large holes in the logic and the story, it makes for a perfect Tossers episode; a real conceptual skeet-shooting playground.Pluribus deals with an alien(?) hive mind that has taken over every person on Earth except for very few who had an "incompatible" genetic material. The fact that this hive speaks and behaves in an almost one-to-one parody on the "personality" of ChatGPT in our increasingly compartmentalized realities and interactions with one-another (like in Social Media) makes the connection to AI-related issues almost inescapable.We'll mention here just one particularly interesting toss we cam across, concerning the 'body' (the 'animal' part of Aristotle's famous definition of the "Human" as 'a talking animal'). It juts out of the narrative like a sore thumb, like an unmourned loss: what does it mean for the main protagonist to "fall in love" with a body from the hive mind? How does a hive mind approach real issues of attachment, like pain and discord, as they arise through the "affair" with the protagonist? What is the role - within our attachments - of the body's memories, its unique history, when it is "pluribussed" like that?This also connected to a recurring theme in the Tossers' arsenal, the ethical imperative we inherited from our Derrida(ddy), the one we express as "Never let the dead bury the dead." As the bodies of the entire world's population become an indistinct mass grave, a Frankenstein-monster-cum-Turing-machine, it becomes both overly relevant and no longer relevant: when the dead are recycled into food for the "hive-people" and yet you can fall in love with a person whose body is completely controlled by the "everyone" of the hive, including going and sleeping with another "survivor" (of the assimilation) while expressing love to our protagonist.Confused? We hope so. But it is a rather productive confusion, we believe, in our day and age. Rather appropriately, all Stars made an appearance here in one way or another.The rest will be told to our one, loyal (and virtual!) audient, and her flaming lips...

Today We Honor Dr. King We Are The Church | Week 3 | Clarity for Confusion | Pastor Doug Myers | Life Center Tacoma The Spirit empowers the Church to be a voice of CLARITY for a CONFUSED world. Acts 2:14-18 (CSB) The THREAT of CONFUSION The POWER of CONVICTION Acts 2:22-25 (CSB) The GIFT of CLARITY and CERTAINTY Acts 2:36-41 (CSB) What should we DO?

Alright, Alright, Alright...Simon and The Patent Professor, John Rizvi, discuss voice technology and AI after Matthew McConaughey trademarked his signature phrase from the movie Dazed & Confused. And later, DIY Botox is a thing???? Apparently so. Simon talks about it with Dr. Bruce Herman, Dallas plastic surgeon and host of the Nip Tuck Show.

Sources say we’re STILL trying to figure out what Sos wanted to tell us...Join Intern John, Sos, Rose, Hoody, and Erick as we hear about what our listeners found out AFTER the breakup and one even included an NFL player! We do an all NEW War of The Roses, Plus we ask our listeners if they get the tea from their significant others! All that and more with Intern John and Your Morning Show! Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raj, Omkar, Uzair, and Samruth do the first live Out of Bounds podcast where they do a temperature check on teams around the league

Sources say we’re STILL trying to figure out what Sos wanted to tell us...Join Intern John, Sos, Rose, Hoody, and Erick as we hear about what our listeners found out AFTER the breakup and one even included an NFL player! We do an all NEW War of The Roses, Plus we ask our listeners if they get the tea from their significant others! All that and more with Intern John and Your Morning Show! Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how A.I. can still get itself confused a bit with a cop call report. Also, if you've experienced church hurt, a good word from Mysti if you're praying about going back again.

In this message, Pastor Marco teaches from Acts 17, where Paul confronts a culture saturated with idols and misplaced worship. Engaging the leading philosophers of his day, Paul exposes their flawed worldview and points them to the one true God, ultimately focusing his message on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the same way, our world today is filled with modern idols that promise life but cannot deliver. True life is not found in an activity, ideology, or possession, but in a person—Jesus Christ, our risen Savior.

Confused about the new recommended nutrition guidelines released last week? Simon talks to Dr. Amit Khera from the American Heart Association to explain what's what and why.

SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE! Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast! Mark Sevi Show Notes January 09, 2026 Episode #326   This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com With Co-Host Christopher Stires National Screenwriters Day, January 5th GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS   SHAMELESS PROMOS: Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft and JUST RELEASED! Tips, Tricks, Essays on Writing ~*~ CURIOUS? CONFUSED? CONFOUNDED? On Amazon, Ebook or Paperback _______________________________________________________________________ A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers! On AMAZON SHOW DETAILS 00:00:00 INTRO Podcast theme music by Mark Sevi, Interstitial Music by MaxCo Music Seminars and Classes 00:01:00 HONORING THOSE WE'VE LOST IN ENTERTAINMENT #robertredford #robreiner #ozzyosborne #valkilmer LINK 00:07:00 WHAT ARE WE WATCHING? #waterrats #houseoflies #closer #operationpetticoat #wednesday 00:11:00 WHAT ARE WE WORKING ON? #script #book #ghostWriting #article #anthology 00:15:00 TOP NETFLIX CHOICES OF 2025 #greysanatomy #nonnas #thenightagent #arcane #peakyblinders 00:19:00  QUOTE / BUH BYE   Need a Writing Class?… Read the rest

In which Sig has a family reunion. Sig is Wes Haas. Happy is Karsten Otto. Bea is Sarah Ruth Thomas. Luxe is Nina Nikolic. Dolph is Chase Noseworthy. The Maze Guardian is Edward Stokes. Produced and edited by Brad Colbroock. Theme music by Laurence Owen. Transcript: https://anatranscripts.carrd.co/ Learn more at https://noadventurespod.com or on our twitter, @noadventurespod. Support us on Kofi!

There's a reason so many women feel dismissed about their health.Women have been taught to minimize symptoms, push through discomfort, and trust external rules over their own lived experience. I'm joined by award-winning health journalist and author Meghan Rabbitt, who has spent decades translating medical research into real-life guidance for women. Tune in to learn why your experience matters and how to advocate for your health with confidence and clarity.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview01:17 – Podcast Intro01:38 – Why Meghan wrote this book04:27 – The education gap in women's health06:58 – Talking about taboo topics09:00 – Stop normalizing pain10:22 – Women push through too much12:17 – Gaslighting ourselves13:36 – Strength training matters14:55 – You can't outsource health17:07 – Become your health CEO18:06 – New rules for women's health25:03 – Rethinking hormones27:32 – Your cycle is information31:59 – Midlife is an opportunity34:34 – Check in with your body35:51 – Changing relationship with alcohol39:53 – Believe your experience40:22 – How to get the bookAbout Meghan RabbittMeghan Rabbitt is an award-winning journalist and author of The New Rules of Women's Health: Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age. She specializes in writing about women's health and wellness, and her work has appeared in many national publications, including Women's Health, Oprah Daily, Prevention, Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper, and more. She's known for translating complex medical and scientific topics into clear, actionable information and for telling stories that help readers better understand their bodies, their health, and themselves.Connect with Meghan Rabbitt:https://www.instagram.com/meghanrabbitt https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-rabbitt-04b80116/ https://newrulesofwomenshealth.com/ Links:Book a Hormone Breakthrough Call - https://calendly.com/briatheperiodwhisperer/private-coaching?month=2025-12 Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria's coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

Today our Roundabout panel of guests focuses exclusively on Venezuela, breaking down the consequences of the president's capture and the potential impact felt here Middle Tennessee.And we take your calls. Are you celebrating the fall of a dictator? Concerned about what comes next? Confused about how this impacts our Venezuelan neighbors? Call 615-760-2000 to join the conversation.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.

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The ‘Hegseth Policy' is grounded in objective medical criteria and the natural differences between the sexes to ensure that every service member is fully prepared to meet the challenges of defending our nation. Constitutional expert, lawyer, author, pastor, and founder of Liberty Counsel Mat Staver discusses the important topics of the day with co-hosts and guests that impact life, liberty, and family. To stay informed and get involved, visit LC.org.

Are you tired of feeling confused about what you should be eating—even after reading the books, watching the videos, and trying different diets? In this video, Professor Spira explains how to become confident and grounded in your food choices without obsessing over food lists, nutrients, or perfection. Instead of chasing extremes, he breaks down how clarity comes from understanding a system, respecting the transition process, and learning to trust your body over time. You'll learn: Why most people feel confused about food in the first place Why food lists and dogma create anxiety instead of confidence How the Mucusless Diet Healing System builds clarity through principles Why transition, patience, and experience matter more than perfection How confidence naturally develops as you learn what works for your body This video is about ending the cycle of second-guessing every meal and developing the confidence to know that what you're eating right now is appropriate for where you are in your journey.

You doughNOT want to miss this one folks. Fresh after defeating the dreaded Count Dracocoa The crew of the Lady Lactose reunites with an old crew⁠⁠⁠⁠ member and sets sail for the twisted lands of Donutia and Bagelandia!If you like the show consider supporting us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast's socials!Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@talltale_tavern_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TalltaleTavernPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TalltaleTavernPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Plus, join our⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠discord!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to our players! Tiddly as Antonia the Tabaxi Order of Scribes WizardTal as Sog the Rice Krispie Eloquence BardDanfinity as Ed Spresso the Roastari Battle MasterScott Esmond as General Mills the Marshfellow Scout RogueTalltale Tavern Theme Song by Tyler Adelsperger

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on January 7, 2026 Utah Jazz Analyst Mike Smith gave his thoughts on what he thinks the most important story is for the team this season.  What You Got Wednesday Have you ever confused a celebrity for someone else?

What does it mean to be a holy man in today's culture? Recorded live at the SEEK 26 conference, Pete Burak, Vice President of Renewal Ministries, joins Dr. Sri to reflect on what it means to raise and form men of God in a confused culture—one marked by wounded fatherhood, competing visions of masculinity, and deep questions about identity and purpose. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Table of Contents: PRAYER TO NEUTRALIZE OCCULT RITUALS Top Headlines Regarding Venezuela “We Are Entering the Real WWIII”: Famous Russian Philosopher Alexander Dugin Warns World–Trump Puts Targets On Colombia, Mexico and Cuba “Fortress America”: Trump Threatens to TAKE Greenland & Cuba to Keep Control of Western Hemisphere The Truth About Venezuela They DON'T WANT YOU TO HEAR! Michael Yon Reporting — The Wolf Moon – Venezuela Situation Trump Signs Presidential Memorandum Directing The Government To Fast Track 6G Development For AI, Robotics And Human Implantable Technologies Listener Question–Confused about what to do regarding: Charlie Kirk & Trump Praise by His Pastor Friend—Scott Johnson's Response With Bible Verses 1/3 of Gen Z has already passed away due to all the millions of abortions taking place every year! “I Was Sent Here to Kill You” – Tim Tebow Tells His Missionary's Father’s Machete Story Jesuit Preterist Origins of Satan’s Little Season Theory — How Preterism and Tartaria Are Linked Revelation 20 KJV–‘Satan's Little Season' is clearly in reference to Satan being released for “a little season” near the end of the 1000-year millennial reign of Christ–You have to do a ton of heretical mental gymnastics to twist this any other way, as this could not be clearer as to what this is in reference to. See Scott Johnson's Studies: True Salvation Emergency Freedom Alerts: 5-24-21-Part 2 By Dr. Scott Johnson | Table of Contents: WARNING: Chuck Baldwin Now Teaches Replacement Theology & Preterism—And he Does Not Believe in Regathered Israel–Plus a Bible Study–The Heresy of Replacement Theology / Supersessionism ?–Bible Study: Is God done with the Jews?–Chuck Baldwin is a False Teacher–Preterism Debunked & Warning PDF: Emergency Freedom Alerts 1-5-26 Click Here To Play The Part 1 Audio Source

For the first show of 2026, Paul Herrold of the Sons of Speed sits in for Jill who is traveling. Paul and Tom address a number of topics to open the show, including annoying helper AI bots on dealership websites, the death of the Karma Revero (once known as the Fisker Karma), and the return of the Hemi engine to the Ram 1500 lineup. Still in the first segment, Tom reviews the 2026 Nissan Kicks. Tom is impressed by just how much equipment can be had on this small, practical crossover. In the second segment, Paul and Tom are joined by Tim Healey of The Truth About Cars. The guys dare to predict what's coming for the car industry in 2026, especially for electric cars and Cadillac; they also address vehicle affordability and sales. In the last segment Tim joins Paul for Tom's “Best Sellers of 1976” quiz. Listen in to hear who won. Paul wraps up the show with a surprisingly long list of vehicles that didn't return for 2026. 

We're still in our twenties, relax!   One day you're 17 and the next you're in your twenties and think about the past and everything you've done so far. We all think about what we would do if we could go back in time and in today's episode Kelsey and Melissa talk about everything from the boys, the confusion, and the growth we see ourselves accomplishing--then jumping right into the future, what would our 45 year old selves say to us?     Ending the episode with a little laughter, listen to Kelsey and Melissa go back and forth on just how different our "lingo" is when it comes to a northeastern straight shooter and a sweet Georgia peach--oh bless her heart.    Instagram - @stablebutnotpod

-- On the Show -- Donald Trump orders a U.S. military operation that captures Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores in Venezuela and brings them to New York despite lacking clear legal authority -- Reporting says Donald Trump escalates to military action after Nicolás Maduro dances on Venezuelan state television and aides treat it as personal mockery -- Donald Trump bets the Maduro seizure will unlock Venezuela's oil, but allies, businesses, and markets resist a plan with no clear political transition -- Donald Trump gives rambling, conflicting answers about Venezuela, oil, and military escalation that raise questions about his decision making -- Donald Trump admits he did not brief Congress yet says he spoke with oil companies and calls the Maduro seizure a kidnapping -- The Wall Street Journal reports Donald Trump shows visible signs of decline, disputes doctors, and mislabels a CT scan as an MRI while aides manage optics -- The Wall Street Journal says Donald Trump takes more aspirin than doctors recommend and blames bruising on superstition instead of updated medical guidance -- Marco Rubio tells Kristen Welker the United States is running Venezuela but cannot explain elections, governance, or the legal rationale in real time -- Marco Rubio and Lindsey Graham indicate Cuba is a likely next target after Venezuela, signaling escalation rather than containment -- On the Bonus Show: Oil markets steady after Trump's Venezuela strike shocks the world, speculation grows that Donald Trump Jr. is being groomed for a 2028 run amid tension with J.D. Vance, and Minnesota politics take a twist as Governor Tim Walz looks ready to exit and Amy Klobuchar eyes a comeback. ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

In this hour Grace is joined by Kurt Schlichter to discuss all things Maduro, Tim Walz and Trump Derangement Syndrome. Then Margaret Brennan is confused about the Maduro arrest operation.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Confused about diets for neurodivergent kids? In this episode, we answer Which Therapeutic Diet Helps Neurodivergent Kids, breaking down GFCF, keto, paleo, and more with Julie Matthews—guided by Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge's Regulation First Parenting™ approach to calming emotional dysregulation.Which therapeutic diet really helps neurodivergent kids? Here's what you need to know. Kids with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation can struggle so much, and you're not imagining it—food truly can make or break their mood, focus, and behavior.In this episode, I talk with nutrition expert Julie Matthews about which therapeutic diet really helps neurodivergent kids, how diet affects the brain, and simple ways to start even if your child is picky.Why does food affect my child's mood, behavior, and attention so much?Food is powerful because it either nourishes the brain or bogs the nervous system down with inflammation. Julie breaks it into two parts:Add nutrient-dense foods that support brain function, address nutritional deficiencies, and promote brain health in children with autism and other autistic patients.A healthy and balanced diet or targeted dietary interventions can make a big difference.Remove problematic foods that affect gut health, trigger immune system dysregulation, and impact cognitive function.Options may include a gluten free diet or ketogenic diets, tailored to genetic and environmental factors.Even brief swaps from processed foods and high sugar intake to whole foods often improve GI symptoms, autistic symptoms, mood, and attention.Key takeaways:Inflammation = dysregulationNourishing foods calm the brain faster than most parents expectEven one small change—like reducing dyes or food additives—can shift behavior fastParent StoryOne mom shared that removing red dye led to fewer after-school meltdowns within 48 hours—proof that eliminating unhealthy foods and additives can dramatically shift autism severity and mood disorders.Which therapeutic diet really helps neurodivergent kids?There's no one-size-fits-all diet, but Julie's clinical experience is clear: most neurodivergent children improve when they reduce sugar intake, remove gluten free casein (GFCF) triggers, and focus on healthy foods that improve gut bacteria, immune response, and brain development.Her book outlines a 12-step plan for implementing therapeutic diets, starting with removing dyes, flavors, preservatives, and then tailoring the diet to a child's unique nutritional needs, GI disorders, and food sensitivities.Helpful starting points:Avoid artificial colors and additivesReduce sugarRemove gluten and dairy (high-impact inflammation triggers)Add protein, healthy fat, and whole foodsWhy this matters: 70% of American kids rely heavily on processed foods—foods that overstimulate the nervous system and deplete nutrients needed for attention and regulation.Want to stay calm when your child pushes every button?Become a Dysregulation Insider VIP and get the FREE...

Send us a textEpisode 104Vents:Fill Up The Ice TrayNo Email Address For YouWhen Does Summer Really End?Every week our host, Emmy award winner Chris and this week, guest host RC Cates  discuss some very funny and wacky vents sent in from our listeners.  Head to our UTUBE channel VENTTHIS  to see and hear their reactions.https://www.youtube.com/@VentThisSend us your Vents or Voicemails here: https://www.ventthis.org/sendusyourvent

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We are on the Road to Doomsday in this episode of Mickey Marvel and More! With Avengers: Doomsday is less than a year away, what do all of these leaks and teaser trailers mean? The Russo brothers said what? Confused? Fan favorite Zack and I will sit down around the virtual table and break it all down with our Road to Doomsday special report! And as always we will have news from in and around the Disneyverse! So welcome to the table and have a seat!News Stories:Disney Celebrates America: Festivities Announced for America's 250th Anniversaryhttps://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-festivities-announced-for-americas-250th-anniversary/America 250th anniversary fireworks coming to Disney Theme Parks in 2026https://attractionsmagazine.com/america-250th-anniversary-fourth-of-july-fireworks-2026-disney-world-disneyland-dates/New Soarin' Across America to Debut at Disneyland and Disney Worldhttps://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/soarin-across-america-at-disneyland-and-disney-world/The Muppet Show Special Premiere Date Announcedhttps://wdwnt.com/2025/12/breaking-muppet-show-special-premiere-date-announced/New Muppet Show Trailerhttps://youtu.be/jd3Qqly1eks?feature=sharedNew Disney World Animal Alert! Meet Harris, a New White Rhinohttps://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/13/new-disney-world-animal-alert-meet-harris-a-new-white-rhino/ About Us:My family and I have been enjoying the Disney theme parks and cruises for over 30 years and have been DVC members since 2013. Not trying to carbon date us, but we have also been around since the creation of the Star Wars universe and the Marvel one as well. What I am saying is that we have been lifelong fans of all things Disney, and we spend a lot of time around our family's table discussing a lot of these topics. Basically, the purpose of this podcast is to continue those discussions here and maybe bring you along for the ride.Email: mickeymarvelandmore@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556208721543Instagram @mickeymarvelandmore: https://www.instagram.com/mickeymarvelandmore/X: https://x.com/Marvel_and_MoreSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4wPOwNwUqOmQOtNiuni6gMApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mickey-marvel-and-more/id1728888080Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e52f614e-2485-47b4-b463-8acaa3c6eadf/mickey-marvel-and-moreiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-mickey-marvel-and-more-147327185/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MickeyMarvelAndMoreCastbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/6015785RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/f19475a4/podcast/rss

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In this episode the Retired Racehorse Radio crew is joined by Erin MacDonald from New Vocations for a chat about a common horse training conundrum; is my horse bored or is my horse confused?Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Retired Racehorse RadioSupport provided by Ride TV

-- On the Show -- Donald Trump casually references a CIA drone strike inside Venezuela so incoherently that journalists and officials initially cannot tell whether the United States carried out an act of war or whether the president is confused -- Donald Trump's long claim of an Epstein hoax collapses as documents, photos, statements, and flight records confirm his sustained proximity to Jeffrey Epstein and undermine the idea that Trump was unaware or uninvolved -- Donald Trump launches a chaotic spree of false claims and incoherent statements about hostages, Putin, asylum, and foreign policy that expose his increasing detachment from reality -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling press conference filled with lies, vague threats, and factual ignorance that leaves reporters stunned and forces aides and journalists to correct his statements in real time -- Benjamin Netanyahu awards Donald Trump a symbolic prize that feeds Trump's obsession with validation and reinforces a pattern of foreign leaders flattering him to manage his ego rather than honor real achievements -- Jessica Tarlov reminds Fox News viewers of Donald Trump's record of believing authoritarian leaders like Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, puncturing the myth that Trump is tough or strategic with dictators -- Donald Trump repeatedly claims he inherited a broken economy despite taking office amid falling inflation and strong employment, then blames Joe Biden -- Donald Trump's elastic definition of ending wars collapses when applied consistently, revealing that by Trump's own standards Barack Obama would qualify as having ended far more conflicts -- On the Bonus Show: Gen Z men drift away from Trump, Kennedy Center performers cancel events after Trump name change, Trump installs plaques in his White House "walk of fame," and much more...

What does it really take to go from paralyzing fear and emotional confusion to courageous clarity and freedom? In Part 2 of our conversation, Coach LeAnne Parsons continues her heart-stirring dialogue with three women who bravely walked the journey of healing inside Empowered to Change. This week, we go deeper—unpacking the exact tools, mindset shifts, and faith-filled decisions that helped them disentangle their lives and rediscover who they truly are in Christ. If you've ever felt stuck in shame, unsure if you could trust again, or wondered if real change is even possible—this episode is your answer. Key Takeaways from Today's Episode Why They Finally Said Yes to Healing Each woman shares her unique tipping point—the moment when the pain of staying the same outweighed the fear of stepping into the unknown. For some, it was physical symptoms. For others, it was the ache of isolation. But for all three, it became clear: it was time to stop surviving and start healing. The Power of Safe, Christ-Centered Community Healing happens in the light. From hesitant strangers to trusted sisters, these women describe how their Empowered to Change group became a safe haven where their stories were honored, their pain was validated, and their growth was celebrated—without judgment, shame, or superficial fixes. Tools that Actually Change Lives From practicing hard conversations in the mirror, to disentangling emotional confusion with thought journals and boundaries, these women used practical tools that reshaped how they thought, spoke, and showed up in their relationships. This isn't inspiration for inspiration's sake—it's real transformation, step-by-step. Confidence Built on Courage, Not Perfection They didn't wait until they felt “ready” or confident. They showed up afraid—but they showed up. And as they practiced courage in community, confidence followed. As Christine beautifully shared, “Confidence is the fruit of choosing courage—even when your voice shakes”. Sustainable Change for the Long Haul Nearly five years after completing Empowered to Change, these women are still growing, still connected, and still walking in truth. They've moved from reactive living to intentional, Christ-centered wholeness—testifying that healing isn't a one-time moment, but a lifestyle of learning, growing, and living loved. Ready to Step Into a New Chapter? If their stories stirred something in your heart, maybe it's your time too. Empowered to Change is a six-month coaching journey for Christian women who are ready to stop surviving and start growing. Whether you're in a hard marriage, dealing with past wounds, or trying to reclaim your voice—you don't have to walk it alone.

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The true Christmas story is far more powerful—and far more personal—than the version we often see wrapped in sentiment and tradition. Through Luke 2, Pastor Greg looks at how Christmas has been romanticized and even sidelined, yet the real story remains explosive: God stepped out of Heaven and into human history. Notes: Taking Christmas Back Luke 2 The real Christmas story is explosive. That’s because the gospel is the power of God unto salvation. Christmas has been hijacked. Christmas has been emptied of its meaning. Portland, Oregon just had its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Christmas has perhaps been far too romanticized even by well-meaning Christians. The beauty of the true Christmas story has explosive power. The night when God Himself came to this earth. The first Christmas is when God stepped out of Heaven and entered history. Mary was living in Nazareth, a town known for its wickedness. Mary was a nobody in a nothing town in the middle of nowhere. The angel Gabriel had announced to Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah. Luke 1:28–30 (NLT) Gabriel appeared to her and said, "Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you!" Confused and disturbed, Mary tried to think what the angel could mean. "Don't be afraid, Mary," the angel told her, "for you have found favor with God! Read Luke 2:1–7 Joseph is the unsung hero of the Christmas story. God’s selection of Joseph was just as significant as His selection of Mary. God, the Father in Heaven, chose Joseph to be a stepfather or father figure on earth for Jesus. Jesus grew up in many ways like any other child. We are in danger of becoming a fatherless society in America. That’s why Joseph matters. Hearing that Mary was pregnant, Joseph was willing to simply “put her away quietly,” to break the engagement. But the angel of the Lord came to Joseph, too. Matthew 1:20–21 (NKJV) But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins." Luke is very meticulous in his reporting. Luke was not an eyewitness to the life of Jesus. He carefully researched and had first-person interviews with the principal characters of the story. It was his desire to bring a historical and accurate record of the life of Jesus. These are not fairy tales or legends Luke invented. Luke 1:3 Caesar Augustus was the first real Roman emperor. His real name was Caius Octavius. The Roman Republic was now the Roman Empire. One inscription that was found called Augustus Caesar “the savior of the whole world.” Luke 2:11–12 (NKJV) "For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger." The angel was saying, “Augustus is not the savior of Rome, Jesus is.” In a time when man wanted to be God, God became a man. God incarnate born on the dirt floor of a filthy cave. God became a fetus. Deity in diapers. Babies are so amazing and so helpless. You have to cradle their heads. “It was clearly a leap down— as if the Son of God rose from his splendor, stood poised on the rim of the universe irradiating light, and dove headlong, speeding through the stars over the Milky Way to earth’s galaxy . . . where he plunged into a huddle of animals. Nothing could be lower.” — R. Kent Hughes This symbolized Jesus’s whole life on this earth, from the cradle to the cross. 2 Corinthians 8:9 (NKJV) For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that you through His poverty might become rich. Luke 2:7 (NKJV) And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. That phrase became emblematic of Jesus’s life and ministry on earth. Christ said, “In my Father’s house are many mansions.” We didn’t have any room for Him, but He has many rooms for us. We effectively lose Jesus at Christmas. We say things like, “I would like to go to church, but I’m just too busy.” When Mary and Joseph got back home, they realized Jesus was gone. This can happen to us, too. Not that we lose our salvation, but we can lose sight of Jesus. It’s not about Christmas presents but His Christmas presence. The message of Christmas is, “let us worship.” We need a savior because we are sinners. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.