Podcasts about Contrast

Today I begin by remembering Borden of Yale’s death in April of 1913, as well as talking about what Easter looks like in China (1:13. Next, I go into a lengthy discussion on Vance’s comments on Chinese peasants, China’s reaction, and the reality of China’s urban vs rural divide (11:05). Lastly, I talk about whether or not tariffs will affect Bibles printed in China (53:00), followed by a short Pray for China segment right at the very end (57:00). Welcome to China Compass on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). X is also the best way to contact me. Just follow and send a DM. Finally, get access to everything we are involved in, including all my books, @ PrayGiveGo.us. Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regrets www.BordenofYale.com Unbeaten My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China Unbeaten.vip Vance on China’s Peasants… https://www.yahoo.com/news/china-trolls-jd-vance-turning-161211908.html China: Land of Contrast: https://china.myadventures.org/post/tibetan-sunburn/ China’s rural-urban divide and its effects https://english.ckgsb.edu.cn/knowledge/article/growing-closer-chinas-rural-urban-divide-and-its-effects/ https://fsi.stanford.edu/news/china%E2%80%99s-rural-population-going-play-instrumental-role-its-economic-future Adventures on the Schizocycle: And the Difficulty of Reaching China's Muslim Peasants https://chinacall.substack.com/p/adventures-on-the-schizocycle Bible Tariffs? https://www.koreadailyus.com/trump-bible-tariff-raise-prices/ https://firstthings.com/chinas-threat-to-the-bible/ https://www.bookweb.org/news/overview-2025-tariffs-1631822 https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/04/12/business/economy/china-tariff-product-costs.html Pray for China (April 19-25): https://chinacall.substack.com/p/pray-for-china-april-19-25-2025 If you enjoy this podcast, follow or subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you use. And don’t forget to check out everything we are involved in at PrayGiveGo.us. Luke 10, Verse 2!

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Hey mission fam! In this milestone 200th episode - Thoughts on Unity, I'm diving deep into the heart of Easter and what it truly means to be unified. As I prepared for the Millennial Choir's Messiah in America concert, I started reflecting on how quickly we can divide ourselves into tribes and categories - whether it's about mission experiences, personal choices, or different ways of showing up in life. Christ's message was never about everyone being exactly the same, but about being one under His love. I share powerful insights about how contrast is actually necessary for our growth, and how His Atonement covers all our differences and challenges. Using scriptures and personal stories, I explore how we can create compassionate space for each other, embrace our unique journeys, and truly honor the spirit of Easter by choosing unity over division. If you're feeling stuck, struggling with your mission experience, or just need a reminder of how deeply loved you are, this episode is for you. I'll help you see that love's redeeming work is already done, and we can choose connection over criticism every single time. Let's be unified in Christ and celebrate the incredible hope of resurrection and renewal. As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.     Website | Instagram | Facebook   Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE   Free PDF Download:  Podcast Roadmap   Free PDF Download:  Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet   Free Training for Preparing Missionaries:  Change Your Mission with this One Tool   RM Transition Free Video Series:  3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home   Free Guide:  5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary   Schedule a Free Strategy Call:   Click Here

Former Leafs assistant coach and Senators head coach Paul MacLean joins the show to discuss the upcoming Battle of Ontario. MacLean details the Leafs demons from playoffs. He compares the differences in mentality between the Leafs and Senators and shares his experiences dealing with Leafs fans invading Senators home games.

Donald Trump just released a powerful Easter proclamation—and it's gone viral for all the right reasons. In this special Strang Report episode, bestselling author Stephen Strang (God and Donald Trump) reveals how Trump's unapologetically Christian message contrasts sharply with President Biden's controversial "Transgender Day of Visibility" proclamation—issued on Easter Sunday. Strang breaks down Trump's surprising spiritual background, his connection to evangelical leaders, and why his presidency may be a modern-day parallel to biblical figures like Cyrus or Jehu. You'll also hear Trump's Easter proclamation read in full—celebrating the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Does the thought of cryotherapy make you want to run full speed in the other direction? Yes the words cryo and therapy can go together and in the most exhilarating way! Dr. Rachele Pojednic, cryotherapy expert and Director of Scientific Research at Restore Hyper Wellness is here to explain why you should give it a try and that three minutes is all you need. In this episode she discusses her cutting edge research study and the many benefits of whole body cryotherapy including inflammation reduction. Did you know that hormesis is the new sweet spot and cryotherapy can get you there? Dr Pojednic explains why some stress is good for you. Ever considered doing cryotherapy for anxiety and depression? Why not add it to your toolbox? You'll want to hear how to combine strength training and cold therapy in a way that doesn't blunt your gains. Think cryotherapy is not in your budget and want to know how it compares to cold plunging? We've got your answers!(00:01:18) Welcome Rachele Pojednic to the podcast and her cutting edge research.(00:04:55)  Influencers try to fill the vacuum and the extent that women are underrepresented in medical studies.(00:13:17) Rachele's expert explanation of what whole body cryotherapy is and who it's for.(00:18:40) Discussion of Rachele's study: Whole-Body Cryotherapy Reduces Systemic Inflammation in Healthy Adults.  (00:25:47) Other benefits including mental health when using cryotherapy regularly and how cold plunge compares.(00:29:00) If cryotherapy enacts the fight or flight response and we release cortisol, how is this helpful and what is hormesis?(00:35:00) Some stress is good and how to combine strength training and cold therapy. Don't blunt your gains.(00:40:43) Should you take anti-anflammatories or pain killers during intense training? (00:43:30) How expensive and accessible is cryotherapy to do on a regular basis?(00:46:37) ‍Other therapies to enhance recovery and wellness and what Rachele would recommend everyone do if she had to pick just one. (00:51:36)  Contrast therapy recommendations when thinking about cryotherapy and hot saunas.(00:55:57) When you get in the cryo chamber, what song gets you through?(00:56:55)  Where to hear more from RacheleRachele's links:Website: www.rachelepojednic.com; www.strongprocess.com Instagram: @rachelepojednicAt Restore:restore.com/restorelabs Want to leave the TTSL Podcast a voicemail? We love your questions and adore hearing from you. https://www.speakpipe.com/TheThickThighsSaveLivesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Constantly Varied Gear's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout Leggings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Life in a fishbowl #RTTBROS #NightlightLife In A Fishbowl #RTTBROS #Nightlight Living as One: A Devotion on Integrity"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." - Matthew 5:16 (KJV)As I would stand to preach each Sunday, I was keenly aware that my life is not my own. In our small town, where everyone knows everyone else's business, there is little room for pretense. The grocery clerk who witnessed my patience during a long line sits in the third pew. The neighbor I helped with a ride to the store is there as well. The widow that I bring cookies to monthly is worshiping with us.This fishbowl existence isn't a burden but a blessing. When I consider the word "integrity," I'm reminded that it springs from "integer"—meaning whole, complete, undivided. One. There is profound peace in being the same person in all circumstances, before all people.Contrast this with duplicity, which derives from "duplex"—double, two-faced. How exhausting it must be to keep multiple versions of oneself straight! Which mask for which audience? What stories have I told to whom? The mental accounting alone would drain one's spirit.I've seen both paths walked in my years of ministry. Those who compartmentalize their faith—Sunday saints but Monday scoundrels—carry a heavy load. Their shoulders sag under the weight of maintaining appearances, of remembering which version of themselves they've presented in each relationship.But those who walk in integrity stand straight. There's freedom in transparency. When my actions in private align with my public proclamations, I need not fear exposure. The light shines through clear glass with no obstruction.In our small community, this wholeness of character speaks louder than any sermon I could preach. My family and I live with the awareness that our choices are witnessed, our responses observed, our priorities evident in how we spend our time and resources. This awareness isn't constraining but clarifying—helping us continually align our lives with our professed beliefs.The Psalmist prayed, "Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting" (Psalm 139:23-24). This is the prayer of one seeking integrity—inviting divine inspection of both public action and private thought, knowing that congruence between the two brings peace.Each morning, I ask myself: Will today's choices reflect the whole of who I am called to be? Will my unseen actions align with my public testimony? Will those who observe my life see consistency or contradiction?In this small-town fishbowl, I'm grateful for the accountability. The watchful eyes around me aren't threats but reminders—each person reflecting back to me whether I am living as one unified self or fractured into competing versions.True integrity isn't perfection but wholeness—the courage to be the same person in all contexts, to let your yes be yes and your no be no, as our Lord instructed. It's allowing the light within to shine consistently, not flickering with the changing winds of circumstance or company.That, I believe, is the kind of life that truly glorifies our Father in heaven. Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbros

In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus demonstrates his divine authority by identifying himself as "I AM" to the soldiers who came to arrest him, causing them to fall to the ground with just his words. Though possessing all power, Jesus chooses to surrender himself willingly, requesting his disciples be allowed to go free and fulfilling his mission to bear our sins.• Contrast between Adam hiding in Eden versus Jesus stepping forward in Gethsemane• The arrival of Judas with 200-600 soldiers demonstrates the perceived threat Jesus posed• Jesus' declaration "I am" (ego eimi) reveals his divine identity and power• Peter's misguided sword-drawing compared to Jesus' willing surrender• Jesus exercises his supreme authority paradoxically through submission• The "cup" Jesus drinks represents God's judgment for our sins• Like CS Lewis observed in "A Grief Observed," Jesus could and dared take our suffering upon himselfJoin us this Good Friday and Easter Sunday as we celebrate the One who laid down his life to take our sins to the grave but rose without them, offering redemption to all who come to him.

Read Online“Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples.” He said in reply, “I tell you, if they keep silent, the stones will cry out!” Luke 19:38–40At the foot of the Mount of Olives was the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus agonized in prayer and was arrested. But several days before that happened, our Lord crossed over that hill next to the Mount of Olives with His Apostles and then approached the slope heading toward the Garden. As He descended, He encountered “the whole multitude of his disciples” who “began to praise God aloud with joy for all the mighty deeds they had seen.” They then cried out: “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” They met Him within eyeshot of the gate of the city of Jerusalem. This must have left the Twelve in amazement.Among those who were amazed were the Pharisees. But they were not amazed with joy. Their amazement was caused by envy and led to condemnation. Jesus' response was very clear: “I tell you, if they keep silent, the stones will cry out!” That begs the question: If these disciples had not offered our Lord this glorious welcome, would the stones truly have cried out? Most certainly they would have! They did so just several days later after Jesus had been abandoned by the crowds.Recall that when Jesus was crucified, almost every one of these disciples abandoned Him. They fled in fear. Even most of the Twelve ran and hid. Only our Blessed Mother, Saint John and a few others remained. Therefore, when Jesus died on the Cross, abandoned by the crowds, this prophecy of His came true. “And behold, the veil of the sanctuary was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, rocks were split, tombs were opened, and the bodies of many saints who had fallen asleep were raised” (Matthew 27:51–52).We must never keep silent in praise and worship of God. There is an important lesson to learn from these two moments from that first Holy Week. At the beginning, as Jesus entered Jerusalem with much excitement, there were many who offered Him praise. It's easy to give praise and glory to God when it is popular and when many others are doing so. Contrast this with the end of Holy Week when Jesus was persecuted and killed. Suddenly, praise and open acclamations were not that popular. Fear had the effect of silencing the crowds and ending their worship of our Lord. For that reason, the stones did cry out and the earth quaked. As we enter this Holy Week, consider whether you are more like the “whole multitude” of Jesus' disciples who praised Him when it was easy and popular, or whether you are more like our Blessed Mother and Saint John who remained faithful to Him when it was anything but popular to do so. Do you persevere in your praise and adoration of God during difficult times? Or do you allow fear of what others may say, fear of rejection and other forms of humiliation to deter you from your sacred calling? Reflect, today, upon these two contrasting moments of that first Holy Week. Join, today, with the crowds as they acclaim Jesus as King. As you do, turn your eyes to the King Whom you worship. Choose to follow Him to His betrayal, His suffering and His death. Commit yourself to fidelity, especially when it is hard to do so. Do not waver in your commitment. Look at the love in the heart of Jesus' own mother and pray to her that you will have the courage she had to remain faithful to our Lord, lest the stones be forced to cry out in your place. Most glorious King, You were fittingly worshiped and adored as You entered Jerusalem for the Feast of Passover. I commit myself to that adoration and praise, and I pray that I will honor and love You, not only when it is easy but also when it is unpopular. May I never allow fear to deter me from my love of You and follow You all the way to the glorious throne of Your Cross. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image via Adobe StockSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Examining the contrast of hope vs. reality for the Bears (Hour 1) full 2595 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 18:29:54 +0000 9hMCyZQvKtBAH79ZO9Zt6WAec7eCok9O sports Score Middays sports Examining the contrast of hope vs. reality for the Bears (Hour 1) Marshall Harris brings you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. The show features discussion of the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox as well as the biggest sports headlines beyond Chicago. Recurring guests include Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards, Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio, Cubs outfielder Ian Happ and Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (10 a.m.- 2 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepod

After the fall of Jericho, Achan defied God's command by secretly concealing forbidden treasure. His private sin led to public loss and the death of others. Contrast that with Rahab—her faith, risky and visible, led to life not just for herself but for her family. Both stories show that our choices can affect others and shape the legacies we leave behind. Like Rahab, someone must stand up as a curse-breaker. Jesus did this for us, providing a heritage we cannot earn but can receive. Listen and consider the kind of legacy you're passing on.Scriptures ReferencedJoshua 2:8-11, 5:13-15; Romans 8:28; 2 Timothy 2:23; Hebrews 11:31; James 2:25Key InsightsGod uses broken people.What you do doesn't just impact you.Rahab's faith saved her family and changed her legacy.Achan's act of disobedience had a profound impact on the entire community.God is not on your side, but He is for you.All families have brokenness, but someone can stand up to stop it.Jesus was our curse-breaker.You can't earn your place in God's plan, but you can receive it.If you belong to Jesus, you've been called to be conformed to the likeness of His Son.Prayer TargetsPlease join us in prayer for:A hunger for the Word.Tears for the sost.Testimonies to share.We would love it if you would consider joining us in person for one of our Sunday gatherings.Connect online: Download our appOur website: SpringhouseSmryna.comWhat we believeMinistries we supportFinancial accountabilitySpringhouse Theatre CompanyAdditional ResourcesGet sermons delivered automatically: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pocket Casts | Your Favorite Podcast App Subscribe on YouTubeGiving: Online tithes and offeringsJoin us online: LivestreamGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 10:30 AMThursdays, 6:00 PMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421 About SpringhouseIf you're looking for a church in Smyrna, TN that is focused on Loving Big, Living Truth, and Healthy Family, we'd love to connect with you. We offer a lively children's ministry, strong middle school and youth programs, and exceptional ministries for men and women of all ages. We partner with missionaries in the US and abroad, Isaiah 117 House, local...

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In this episode I talk about contrast and how we hate it. Let's be honest about that. We resist it, curse it, and do everything in our power to avoid it. We want the smooth road, the easy win, the feeling of certainty and flow without the jagged edges of struggle. We want warmth without ever feeling the cold, success without failure, love without heartbreak.But here's the paradox: contrast is exactly what we need. It's the friction that sharpens us, the tension that reveals our strength, the resistance that forces us to grow. Without contrast, we drift. We stay in the comfortable, the familiar, the lukewarm. And nothing great—nothing truly golden—comes from lukewarm.So, when contrast shows up in your life, don't run. Don't numb it with distractions. Don't fall into the trap of thinking that just because something is hard, it's wrong.Stand in it. Let it teach you. Let it strip away what isn't you, so that what remains is gold.And then? Rise. Rise with the lessons. Rise with the clarity. Rise with the fire that only contrast can ignite.Because the ones who rise aren't the ones who avoid the storm. They're the ones who walk through it—and come out the other side, shining.

[WEEKEND RECAP 04-06-25] Conservatives understand human nature better than anyone. We don't fall for the Left's utopian nonsense that all behavior should be normalized. We recognize that some actions are inherently destructive. But we also believe in the principle “hate the sin, love the sinner.” Contrast that with the Left, who pretend to be the party of tolerance while being the most judgmental, ruthless ideologues in modern history.They claim to care about humanity, yet they excuse the most depraved behaviors imaginable. They pack our prisons. They glorify criminals. They redefine violent crime as "misunderstood behavior." They make excuses for murderers, rapists, and human traffickers while attacking law-abiding citizens for merely expressing conservative views.   Psychologists call this moral disengagement—the mental gymnastics people use to justify their own hypocrisy and cruelty. It's how radical activists can scream about "justice" while excusing looting, arson, and even murder if it serves their political cause. It's why they'll defend a convicted killer as a "victim of systemic oppression" while calling a suburban dad a "Nazi" for voting Republican.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

In this episode of The Poetry Vlog (TPV), author and artist Jessica Tanck reads from her book Winter Here (UGA Press, 2024) to lead a discussion on the beauty of contrast, the battle to resist conformity, and the importance of queer community.Jessica Tanck is the author of Winter Here (UGA Press, 2024), winner of the 2022 Georgia Poetry Prize. She holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she completed a B.A. in English Literature - Creative Writing and Comparative Literature and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing - Poetry. Her work appears or is forthcoming in The Adroit Journal, Alaska Quarterly Review, Beloit Poetry Journal, Blackbird, Colorado Review, DIAGRAM, Gulf Coast, Kenyon Review, The Los Angeles Review, Meridian, New England Review, New Ohio Review, Ninth Letter, Waxwing, and others. Jess was born in Chicago, IL, but grew up in Sheboygan, WI, on the shores of Lake Michigan. The recipient of a Vice Presidential Fellowship and a Clarence Snow Memorial Fellowship, Jess lives and writes in Salt Lake City, where she is a Ph.D. candidate in English Literature and Creative Writing at the University of Utah. She served as the 2022-2023 Editor of Quarterly West, where she is currently guest-editing a special issue on “Extreme Environments”— a central concern of hers, as well as the focus of her doctoral dissertation and the reading for her qualifying exams.Learn more about Jess at:✔︎ https://www.jessicatanck.com/

His is a story of quiet power in the strongman era. Who was the Singapore civil servant with a human touch who led Singapore's GIC for 18 years? Michelle Martin reads Lee Ek Tieng: The Green General of Lee Kuan Yew, and together with author Pearl Lee, explores how Mr. Lee, an engineer, led GIC without a finance background for 18 years. How did Mr Lee prioritize people over processes? How did this extraordinary civil servant empower his teams, transform organisational culture and help transform Singapore from squalid to clean and green? Discover the quiet power of relationships and leadership from one of Singapore’s unsung giants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Judges 17-18; Psalm 89; 2 Cor 3 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible podcast! In today's episode, Hunter, your Bible reading coach, guides us through Day 93 of our journey through the Bible with insights and reflections that inspire and uplift. We'll delve into the book of Judges, starting with chapters 17 and 18, where we encounter the story of Micah and his self-made religious icons during a time when "everyone did what was right in their own eyes." Hunter ties this narrative to our lives today, highlighting how we often try to write our own life letters, forgetting the freedom and identity found in the new letter God has imprinted on our hearts. Next, we'll be lifting our spirits with the enduring message of Psalm 89, a psalm that praises the Lord's unfailing love and the covenant with David. Finally, we shift to Second Corinthians chapter 3, where Paul enlightens us on the transformative power of living by the Spirit and the new covenant, which gives life and freedom. Throughout this episode, Hunter emphasizes the power of gratitude, the importance of being grateful, and the profound truth that we are loved, free, and belong to God. Join us as we pray, reflect, and find encouragement together in today's reading. Don't forget to check in with yourself and foster an attitude of gratitude as we go forward in God's joy. Let's embark on this day with open hearts, ready to embrace the blessings that surround us. TODAY'S DEVOTION: God has written a new letter on our hearts. Imagine, for a moment, that your life could be summed up in the form of a letter. What would it say? In 2 Corinthians 3, Paul speaks to this idea, suggesting that our lives are a letter written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God. And it's this new letter that transforms everything about us. The old letter, the law, though glorious in its time, was temporary. It was etched in stone and was meant to guide but not to last forever. Contrast that with the new letter written on our hearts—it is life-giving, everlasting, and penned by the very Spirit of God. This scripture gives us a profound sense of freedom. It declares to us that we are loved, we are free, and we are His. Too often, like Micah from the book of Judges, we try to craft our own letters—our own narratives—building idols out of our ambitions and desires, doing what seems right in our eyes. Yet, these pursuits only lead to blindness, exhaustion, and dissatisfaction. They never satisfy and certainly never set us free. But God's new letter does the opposite. Permanently inscribed on our hearts, it helps us stand before God with confidence. Because through this letter, we know our true identity. We are no longer defined by what we can accomplish or create ourselves, but by the love and freedom granted to us by God. This knowledge gives us the confidence and peace our hearts yearn for. Live today knowing that God has set you free through His Spirit. Embrace the truth of the letter He has written on your heart. You are loved, you are free, and you are His. Let this truth be the anthem of your life—an anthem that leads you to live boldly in the confidence and identity God has lovingly penned for you. That's a prayer that I have for my own soul. That's a prayer that I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's a prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

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Plus AI Enrolls As An Art Student In ViennaMajor AI companies (OpenAI, Google, Meta) now push for deregulation under the Trump administration.Lobbying for federal intervention to block state AI laws and access copyrighted content for AI training.Seeking federal data access, energy resources, tax breaks, and incentives.Trump's orders reduce safety protocols and promote AI development.Critics warn of misinformation, copyright issues, and security risks.Contrast with Biden's focus on safety and cooperation.Debate continues on balancing innovation and oversight.

Welcome back to April's Papers of the Month! First up this month we have a think about posterior circulatory strokes, which can mimic benign vertigo, and can be really tricky to differentiate between a completely benign issue or a stroke that is really important to pick up. Clearly imaging everyone is one option but completely impractical when you consider the gold standard of MRI. So having a bedside tests to rule in or out the diagnosis of stroke would be a huge help. Our first paper looks at the use of three bedside scoring systems; HINTS, TriAGe+ and ABCD2 scores in ED for patients presenting with possible posterior circulatory strokes. How accurate are they and can we reliably incorporate into our practice? Next up is traumatic cardiac arrest. This has obviously got a very high mortality rate. One of the interventions that might improve mortality (for some mechanisms and patients) is a resuscitative thoracotomy, however this is a really significant intervention and we want to ensure we are targeting it at the patients that may benefit. A great paper has just been published from London Air Ambulance which might just help us to identify those patients who would benefit with more certainty, along with those where futility has already been reached. Finally we take a look at acute kidney injury (AKI) and its association contrasted scans. Contrast induced nephropathy (CIN) has historically been a concern, particularly for patients with chronic kidney disease, with contrast causing direct injury and limited blood flow. But recent studies have questioned the actual risk of CIN & there's been a more recent RCEM statement on the topic, but we thought this might be a nice opportunity to refresh and look at a recent paper on the topic. Once again we'd love to hear any thoughts or feedback either on the website or via X @TheResusRoom! Simon & Rob

Pastor Vince continues his teaching in 2 Samuel 19:31-43. The post The Contrast is Clear appeared first on Immanuel Baptist Church.

Text: 1 Kings 12:26-33; 14:15, 16; 15:19-13

Full article: Contrast Media in Children: Ten Important Concepts on Administration, Applications, Complications, and Environmental Considerations, From the AJR Special Series on Contrast Media   How can radiologists and pediatricians optimize contrast media use in children? In this AJR Conversation, Pediatric Imaging Section Editor Jonathan R. Dillman, MD, MSc, sits down with Monica M. Forbes-Amrhein, MD, PhD, and Michael J. Callahan, MD, to discuss essential concepts presented in their latest AJR article.  

It truly is astounding how much with live in and with contrast ruling us.

Hey everyone! I'm so excited to share episode196, all about how to lighten things up, whether you're preparing for a mission, currently serving, or a returned missionary. As I was recording this, I couldn't help but feel the change in the seasons and the energy that comes with spring. The buds on the trees, the longer days - it just puts me in such a joyful mood. I know it can be so easy to get bogged down and take everything so seriously, whether it's our goals, our relationships, or even our missionary work. But I truly believe we can find ways to bring more levity and celebration into our lives. Things like changing up our routines, being present in the moment, and not taking ourselves too seriously can make a world of difference. And of course, remembering that Jesus Christ is the light and can bring that lightness to even our darkest times. So I hope you'll join me in embracing the joy and novelty of this season. Let's find ways to be a little more silly, a little more playful, and a whole lot lighter. I can't wait to hear how you're going to lighten things up in your own life! As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.   Website | Instagram | Facebook   Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE   Free PDF Download:  Podcast Roadmap   Free PDF Download:  Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet   Free Training for Preparing Missionaries:  Change Your Mission with this One Tool   RM Transition Free Video Series:  3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home   Free Guide:  5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary   Schedule a Free Strategy Call:   Click Here  

Read OnlineJesus said to the Pharisees: “There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments and fine linen and dined sumptuously each day. And lying at his door was a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who would gladly have eaten his fill of the scraps that fell from the rich man's table. Dogs even used to come and lick his sores.” Luke 16:19–21One of the reasons this story is so powerful is because of the clear descriptive contrast between the rich man and Lazarus. The contrast is not only seen in the passage above, it is also seen in the final outcome of each of their lives.In the first contrast, the rich man's life seems much more desirable, at least on the surface. He is rich, has a home to live in, dresses in fine clothing and eats sumptuously every day. By contrast, Lazarus is poor, has no home, has no food, is covered with sores and even endures the humiliation of dogs licking his wounds. Which of these persons would you prefer to be?Before you answer that question, consider the second contrast. When they both die, they experience very different eternal fates. When the poor man died, he was “carried away by angels.” And when the rich man died, he went to the netherworld, where there was ongoing torment. So again, which of these persons would you prefer to be?One of the most seductive and deceptive realities in life is the lure of riches, luxury and the fine things in life. Though the material world is not bad in and of itself, there is great temptation that goes along with it. In fact, it is clear from this story and from the many other teachings of Jesus on this topic that the lure of riches and its effect on the soul cannot be ignored. Those who are rich in the things of this world are often tempted to live for themselves rather than living for others. When one has all the comforts this world has to offer, it's easy to simply enjoy those comforts without concern for others. And that is clearly the unspoken contrast between these two men.Though poor, it is clear that Lazarus is rich in the things that matter in life. This is evidenced by His eternal reward. It is clear that in his material poverty, he was rich in charity. The man who was rich in the things of this world was clearly poor in charity and, thus, upon losing his physical life, he had nothing to take with him. No eternal merit. No charity. Nothing. Reflect, today, upon that which you desire in life. Too often, the deceptions of material wealth and worldly possessions dominate our desires. In fact, even those who have little can easily become consumed with these unhealthy desires. Seek, instead, to desire only that which is eternal. Desire love of God and love of neighbor. Make this your only goal in life and you, too, will be carried away by angels when your life is completed. My Lord of true riches, You chose to be poor in this world as a sign to us that true riches come not with material wealth but with love. Help me to love You, my God, with all my being and to love others as You love them. May I be wise enough to make spiritual riches my single goal in life so that these riches will be enjoyed for all eternity. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Gaspar van den Hoecke, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Welcome to Episode 400 of the Strength Coach Podcast, brought to you by PerformBetter.com, the Experts in Functional Training & Rehabilitation. In this episode, Anthony chats with Coach Boyle about:- Med Ball Throws- sequencing, functional training, and why focusing on the kinetic chain—starting from your legs and trunk—is crucial for unlocking true power.- How, when and where he is using Contrast Training- Vertical Jump- how often does he test.  Does he treat it like he does with sprinting, from the perspective of "If you want to get faster, time your sprints."  If we want to jump higher, should we test more often?- How he handles short athlete visits.Check out ⁠Perform Better⁠ for their latest sale, the New Signature Series and all the upcoming education.Thanks for listening, and don't forget to subscribe for more expert insights and engaging discussions!CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro05:09 - Medicine Ball Throws for Power14:55 - Contrast Training Techniques17:10 - Vertical Jump Testing Methods22:54 - Short Visit Strategies for Athletes25:25 - New Format Overview26:10 - Closing Remarks and Thanks

In this episode:Listen in as we talk about what the research says about the What, the Why and the How of making comparisons in your upper elementary literacy classroomWe talk about:Listen to the first episode in our compare and contrast series.  We are talking all about comparing, what it is, why it matters and how it impacts your literacy classroom. Quotables: -When we compare we are using a higher or thinking skill to discern the relationship between two or more things to decide how those things are similar to each other. -It is important to teach students the skill of comparing because we are constantly asking students to make comparisons without first defining what that is and teaching them how to do it. -Students need to be able to distinguish between things being similar or the same especially when it comes to comparing characters, settings or themes in the literacy classroom Links to resources mentioned in the podcast:Rote Vs. Meaningful Learning Richard Mayer (2002)Episode 97: Teaching for Transfer in Upper Elementary: The Difference Between Rote and Meaningful LearningBook a discovery call for one on one coaching or school professional developmentGrab my free guide for keeping your mini lesson mini Next Steps: If this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot of the episode and tag me on instagram @msevamireles. This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other upper elementary teachers get ideas they can use in their class today.The Reading Teacher's Playbook Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher.Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.'Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.”Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in infoLeave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best)Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcastClick ‘Send'Leave a Rating and Review:

durée : 00:06:33 - L'invité de 6h20 - Arnaud Robinet, président de la Fédération hospitalière de France et maire de Reims, était l'invité de France Inter ce lundi. Cinq ans après le premier confinement dû au Covid, la FHF fait le bilan de l'accès aux soins en France. - invités : Arnaud Robinet - Arnaud Robinet : Maire de Reims et ancien député de la Marne

Luke 20:45-21:4 | JD Summers Man looks on the outside, but God sees the heart. Some portray a guise of strength, generosity, or importance. Image is everything, and they are skilled at looking right in the eyes of others. But God is not concerned with how someone looks on the outside. He knows our intentions, he sees our thoughts, and he peers through our deceptions. Instead, God loves the one who lives genuinely, no matter the level of means or station. Do you live to put on a show? Or do you go through life with a genuine heart?

Both Ontario and Germany just had elections. In Germany, more than 80% of the electorate turned out to vote. In Ontario, it was less than 50%. In Germany, the number of seats in the German parliament reflected what voters said with their ballots. In the Ontario election, just 20% of the voters were able to hand Doug Ford a sizeable majority. Fair Vote Canada says the two elections pose a sharp contrast in what democracy can be. We're joined by Ted Cragg, a long-time volunteer with Fair Vote Canada.

durée : 00:36:34 - Secrets d'info - par : Benoît COLLOMBAT, Cellule investigation de Radio France - Bilans financiers dans le rouge, investisseurs qui font défaut, société placée en liquidation judiciaire ou projets encore dans le flou... Enquête sur la nouvelle vie de Tony Parker en tant qu'entrepreneur. - réalisé par : Christophe IMBERT

Nine Radio's resident relaxation expert Poppy Houghton joins John to discuss her wild experience with exposure therapy. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Friday on 2GB/$BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SummaryIn this conversation, Benjamin Lee explores the parable of the unjust steward from Luke 16, delving into its complexities and the lessons it imparts about stewardship, wealth, and preparation for eternity. He emphasizes the importance of being shrewd in our dealings, the dangers of loving money, and the call to generosity as a means of securing eternal dwellings. The discussion also contrasts the physical wealth of the unjust steward with the true riches found in faithfulness to God.TakeawaysThe parable of the unjust steward teaches about shrewdness in stewardship.Jesus uses parables to provoke thought and reflection.The unjust steward acted wisely for his future, prompting us to consider our own preparations.Wealth can be unrighteous if it leads to selfishness or greed.Generosity is key to making friends and securing eternal dwellings.The love of money can lead to spiritual downfall.Faithfulness in small matters reflects our character in larger issues.Eternal dwellings should be our ultimate focus, not earthly wealth.The rich man and Lazarus illustrate the consequences of poor stewardship.Preparation for eternity is a pressing responsibility for all believers.Chapters00:00 The Puzzling Parable of the Unjust Steward02:56 Lessons from the Unjust Steward05:53 The Importance of Shrewdness in Stewardship08:59 The Contrast of Riches and True Wealth11:51 Generosity and Eternal Dwellings15:13 The Danger of Loving Money18:07 Stewardship and Character20:58 The Eternal Perspective on Wealth23:47 The Rich Man and Lazarus: A Lesson in Stewardship27:04 The Call to Prepare for Eternity

Join us as we dive into how laziness can be the biggest barrier to achieving success, not just for agents but also for their clients' financial dreams. In the competitive annuity business, going the extra mile makes all the difference. This episode explores the crucial habits that set successful agents apart: the relentless pursuit of new clients, the determination to push business through by consistently communicating with insurance companies, and a steadfast commitment to doing whatever it takes to serve clients' best interests. Contrast this with the pitfalls of laziness—how doing just the bare minimum can lead to missed opportunities and ultimately, fail to protect and grow your clients' retirement dreams. Discover actionable strategies to avoid complacency and ensure you're always operating at your best.

Presenter Contact Info Lisa has been fascinated by technology since starting to use a Versabraille in 1984. She enjoys comparing, contrasting, and teaching technology to help others discover all that is available. Lisa has held several jobs in the public and private sectors, and is currently working at Hadley as their Access Technology Specialist. When not working, she provides some private instruction, sings in a local choir, takes piano lessons, reads voraciously, and spends time with her dog, who has no use for technology. Email: lisasalinger@comcast.net

Wellness + Wisdom: Liberated Life Series | Episode 721 Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Host, Josh Trent, and the Liberated Life Series Co-Host, Mar, delve into the concept of conscious relationships, emphasizing the distinction between ego-driven love and spiritual partnership. Join The Liberated Life Tribe We ALL have problems. Stop hiding. Start living life liberated. Learn how to set yourself free from self-sabotage, limiting beliefs, thoughts + behaviors so you will have lifelong confidence + clarity of purpose through a thriving community + practical tools, guiding you to play a new reality game. What you get: • Discover lifelong confidence, clarity, and a true sense of purpose with practical tools and a supportive community. • Learn to rewrite your reality + master a new “reality game.” • Unlock your highest potential in your physical, mental, emotional, spiritual + financial SELF beyond your wildest dream through accessing the power of surrender to trust life + create new results. Join the Tribe

Shawna shares the chaos of her MRI contrast allergy and her mom's spine surgery recovery, while LaLa brings the heat with a chilling online threat against her children. They're also taking on schools, digital dangers, and why parents need to stay sharp in today's world.

In Episode 145 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Matt and Brie Kuiper, the husband-and-wife founders of Desert Plunge, to discuss the life-changing benefits of cold plunging. From overcoming severe anxiety to boosting physical recovery, Matt shares his personal journey of discovering cold therapy and how it transformed his mental and physical health. Brie highlights how cold plunging has not only strengthened their marriage but has also helped their children build resilience.Together, they break down the science of cold plunging, including its impact on dopamine levels, metabolism, and recovery. They also provide practical tips on how to get started, the ideal water temperature, and why contrast therapy (hot and cold exposure) is a game-changer. Whether you're new to cold plunging or looking to deepen your practice, this episode delivers insights, inspiration, and actionable takeaways. Plus, learn why Desert Plunge is redefining the cold therapy experience with high-quality, affordable, and efficient designs.Key TakeawaysCold plunging creates mental discipline and resilience.It can significantly reduce anxiety and improve mental health.Physical benefits include reduced inflammation, enhanced recovery, and reduced headaches.Cold plunging can boost metabolism by activating brown fat and improving circulation.Avoid plunging immediately after strength training, as it may reduce muscle growth signals.Cold plunging can help children develop focus and resilience.The Kuiper's journey led to the creation of Desert Plunge.Contrast therapy (hot and cold) enhances overall health benefits.Community support during cold plunging can amplify the experience.The importance of quality and design in cold plunge products.Cold plunging teaches discipline, mental toughness, and the ability to embrace discomfort for growth.Cold plunging can lead to a cultural shift towards embracing discomfort.More About Matt & Brie Kuiper and Desert PlungeWebsite: https://desertplunge.com/Use code FITFAMILY for a great discountInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertplunge/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@desertplungeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/desertplunge/Come join us in Phoenix this August!We are gathering in Phoenix, Arizona August 29-31, 2025. It's going to be a great time, and we'd love to meet you there! Learn more - https://www.fitfatherproject.com/2025Want To Change Your Life? Check Out Foundations!Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy women over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest. Click here to see everything you get when you join FM30X, subscribe to our YouTube Channel, check out our

In Episode 232 of the Fit Father Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Matt and Brie Kuiper, the husband-and-wife founders of Desert Plunge, to discuss the life-changing benefits of cold plunging. From overcoming severe anxiety to boosting physical recovery, Matt shares his personal journey of discovering cold therapy and how it transformed his mental and physical health. Brie highlights how cold plunging has not only strengthened their marriage but has also helped their children build resilience.Together, they break down the science of cold plunging, including its impact on dopamine levels, metabolism, and recovery. They also provide practical tips on how to get started, the ideal water temperature, and why contrast therapy (hot and cold exposure) is a game-changer. Whether you're new to cold plunging or looking to deepen your practice, this episode delivers insights, inspiration, and actionable takeaways. Plus, learn why Desert Plunge is redefining the cold therapy experience with high-quality, affordable, and efficient designs.Key TakeawaysCold plunging creates mental discipline and resilience.It can significantly reduce anxiety and improve mental health.Physical benefits include reduced inflammation, enhanced recovery, and reduced headaches.Cold plunging can boost metabolism by activating brown fat and improving circulation.Avoid plunging immediately after strength training, as it may reduce muscle growth signals.Cold plunging can help children develop focus and resilience.The Kuiper's journey led to the creation of Desert Plunge.Contrast therapy (hot and cold) enhances overall health benefits.Community support during cold plunging can amplify the experience.The importance of quality and design in cold plunge products.Cold plunging teaches discipline, mental toughness, and the ability to embrace discomfort for growth.Cold plunging can lead to a cultural shift towards embracing discomfort.More About Matt & Brie Kuiper and Desert PlungeWebsite: https://desertplunge.com/Use code FITFAMILY for a great discountInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertplunge/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@desertplungeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/desertplunge/Come join us in Phoenix this August!We are gathering in Phoenix, Arizona August 29-31, 2025. It's going to be a great time, and we'd love to meet you there! Learn more - https://www.fitfatherproject.com/2025Want To Change Your Life? Check Out Foundations!Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest. Click here to see everything you get when you join Foundations, subscribe to our YouTube Channel, check out our blog, and follow us on

The I Love CVille Show headlines: Compare & Contrast This Week's Police Lockdowns Did Race Factor Into Lockdown Procedures? Systemic Failures Birth Nyeem Hill's Criminal History? Systemic Failures Birth Barbour's Criminal History? Are Unreleased Reports UVA's Watergate Moment? Should VA Attorney General Force Release Of Reports? A-Squared Pizza Coming To Old Endzone Spot Endzone v. Belmont Pizza – What's Better Spot? AlbCo Commonwealth Attorney Jim Hingeley On 3/5 The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

I saw this amusing commercial. This basset hound lying on the floor next to his master; his master is totally covered by the newspaper he's reading. On the floor in front of the dog is a page of the newspaper that advertises this incredible bargain airfare from a certain airline. Suddenly, the dog has a bubble over his head in which he sees himself at the kennel again while his master is off traveling. The dog quietly picks up that part of the paper that has the ad, trots over to the garbage can, drops it in, and goes back to his master's side, and his master never knows the difference. Of course, the dog has no way of knowing those great sale fares aren't always as great as they first appear. The sale fare is in big print, but at the bottom is the small print with lots of conditions. Or you call and you get some surprises. You have to fly over a certain day of the week, or there's a penalty for any changes, or there are only a few seats at that price, or you may have to book two years in advance! It looks great for a while, but the added conditions change things a bit - conditions you hadn't counted on. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "No 'Yeah, But' In Obedience." Our word for today from the Word of God comes from Matthew 19:27-29. By the way, Jesus knows how it feels to call - and to find out about unadvertised conditions. The Scripture says, "Peter answered Him, 'We have left everything to follow You! What then will there be for us?' Jesus said to them,... 'You who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields for My sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life.'" Peter's wanting to know what's in it for him to follow Jesus. Contrast that with his original commitment to Jesus in Mark 1, "'Come, follow Me,' Jesus said, 'and I will make you fishers of men.' At once they left their nets and followed Him.'" There were no conditions, no footnotes, but now Peter's concerned about houses and fields and closeness to his family. Peter's not alone. His mind set here uncovers a troubling tendency in our commitment to Christ. Unconditional commitment to Christ tends to become conditional. As our lives get more complex, as we accumulate more and accomplish more, we start to add little footnotes and conditions to what began as an "anything goes" commitment to Christ. There was probably sometime in your life when you opened yourself up totally to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. You said, "It doesn't matter where I live, how much money I make, what position I get, what I wear, what I drive, who goes with me..." but that can change, can't it? Now the Lord might be asking you to do something that might risk or change some of those parts of your life. Suddenly you're giving the Lord a contract with certain requirements: living in certain conditions, being near your family, keeping your position or some prized possessions, keeping a special person, being comfortable. You're saying, "Yes, Lord - but..." added conditions. The word "but" cannot follow the word "Lord." Jesus assured Peter he was losing nothing any more than you lose the money you invest in a stock that later goes sky high. In fact, Jesus promises a reward 100 times any sacrifice you make. What a return! But that kind of reward is reserved for those who give Jesus a blank piece of paper, not a contract. Have you added footnotes and conditions to your once wide-open commitment? Get back to where you began - following Jesus in total abandon.

Tiffany Smiley, former candidate for Congress for Washington State, joins us with her insights on the ‘resistance' in Washington State, including the parental rights amendments and the head of public schools saying boys in girls' sports is a civil rights issue, while Gov. Tony Evers is erasing women. A lively conversation!

Parshas HaShavuah Shiurim: Parshas Terumah - The Mishkan Versus The Mikdash- A Study In Contrast 02/19/2023

Read OnlineJesus and his disciples left from there and began a journey through Galilee, but he did not wish anyone to know about it. He was teaching his disciples and telling them, “The Son of Man is to be handed over to men and they will kill him, and three days after his death the Son of Man will rise.” Mark 9:30–31Why would Jesus wish that no one know that He and His disciples were traveling through Galilee at that time? It appears the reason was that Jesus was intently focused upon teaching His disciples about His coming passion, death and resurrection. Today's Gospel presents us with three moments in which Jesus taught His disciples privately, directly and clearly: first, while they were journeying; second, when they arrived in Capernaum and entered a house; and third, when Jesus called a child over. Though the content of what Jesus taught His disciples is significant, it is also helpful to first reflect upon the simple fact that Jesus spent time alone with the disciples teaching them.In many ways, our Lord does the same with us. Jesus is constantly calling us to various forms of solitude with Him so that we can listen to all that He wants to teach us. This is difficult for many today. So many people are constantly bombarded with the various noises of the world, are constantly distracted by momentary and passing experiences, and find it difficult to go off with our Lord alone so that He can teach them the most important lessons of life.As you consider your weekly activities, how much time do you devote to being alone with our Lord? How much time do you spend in prayer, in the reading of Scripture and in silent meditation away from other distractions? For many, this is a challenge.It is also useful to consider the content of what Jesus taught His disciples in private. He spoke to them about His coming passion, death and resurrection. This was the central purpose of His life and was clearly something that Jesus wanted to communicate to His disciples. Notice also that Jesus spoke very directly and without any figure of speech as He explained this. Contrast that with the many parables He told to the crowds. It appears that when Jesus was able to be alone with those who had dedicated their lives to following Him in faith, Jesus was able to speak His saving message more clearly and directly.Reflect, today, upon the fact that our Lord wants to draw you into silence and solitude from time to time. He wants to spend time with you alone. This is especially the case for those who have chosen to fully devote their lives to Him and His mission. If that is you, then seek out these moments of solitude in which our Lord can speak more clearly and directly to you so that your faith will deepen and your understanding and knowledge will grow by leaps and bounds.Lord, You have so much to say, so much to teach and so much to reveal. As I choose to follow You and devote my entire life to You, I pray that You will continuously draw me into greater silence and solitude so that I can receive from You the deep, clear and direct messages that I need to hear, understand and believe. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Qui es in Caelis by Lawrence OP, license CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.

Did you know that the more you wear your glasses, the stronger prescription you'll need?Contrast sensitivity loss is an eye problem doctors don't commonly check for. This condition affects the ability to differentiate between shades of grey, causing blurry vision, especially in low light. Carotenoids are antioxidants that protect the eyes against blue light, chemicals, damage from diabetes, and more. However, as we age, carotenoids decrease, so eye protection also decreases. Full-spectrum light can be helpful but will not solve the problem. To improve eyesight, you need to increase the efficiency of the retina. Sunlight is vital for eye and retina health. It allows UV and infrared light into the eye and can also help build up the eye's melatonin.You can increase carotenoids in the eye by consuming foods with lutein and zeaxanthin. Both carotenoids are found in egg yolks.If you choose supplements with lutein and zeaxanthin, look for one with at least 10 mg of lutein and 2 mg of zeaxanthin. Research has shown significant improvement in macular degeneration and contrast sensitivity loss in people who took lutein and zeaxanthin for 12 weeks. Ophthalmologist Dr. Chris Knobbe stresses the importance of removing seed oils from the diet and moving towards an ancestral diet for improved eyesight and eye health. Fatty fish like salmon contain omega-3s, which support eye health and reduce inflammation. DHA is vital for the brain and retina and is found in fish oil and cod liver oil.Vitamin D is critical for every part of the eye and can help with conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinopathy. Take at least 10,000 IU of vitamin D every day. Vitamin A is essential, especially for night vision. Zinc can also help!DATA:⁠https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... ⁠Vitamin D3 Highdosage The Alternative to the Previous Therapy of Glaucoma: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Vitamin-Highdo...

Rachel Maddow looks at the impressive list of accomplishments and credentials of former Secretary of Defense General Lloyd Austin, who served under President Biden, and the relatively meager experience of cable news personality Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's choice to replace him.