Podcasts about Count Your Blessings

On today's episode, Todd and Scott talk about the struggle of remaining happy/content in a world that wants to keep us joyless. There is hope. Join us! www.Familymanweb.com Sponsored by Redeem Healthshare by Samaritan Ministries

As the Pastor preaches from Psalm 103 we are reminded of several reasons to Bless The Lord. During challenges sometimes we focus on the challenge and forget the blessings. Even simple things - like having to turn up the volume on this message can distract us. But it reminds us, maybe to turn up our awareness of all God blesses us with.

Morning Mantra: "The amount of good things in your life is directly related to if you notice them."Take time to reflect on abundance in your life. Instead of focusing on what you lack, count your blessing, and acknowledge the many gifts and privileges you have. Recognize the blessings, both big and small, and instill a sense of contentment and gratitude in your soul. When you count your blessings, you realize you're actually doing just fine. In a society that has you counting money, pounds, calories, and steps, be a rebel and count your blessings instead.#BeABlessingCounter #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #WordsToInspire #InspirationalQuotes #SmallBusinessOwner #WomenOwned #HorseHippieBoutique #MorningMotivation #Equestrian #HorseLover #QuotesToInspire #HorseHippieBoutique

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Andrew and Dominique check out the new Bring Me the Horizon song "Dehumanized," a new single released in celebration of BMTH's re-recorded version of its 2006 debut album, Count Your Blessings. We discuss our preconceptions of BMTH and whether they're the only culturally relevant contemporary heavy metal band. Tell us about your first listen at @AtFirstListenpodcast on Instagram. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pirate Street Journal takes a sharp look at business through the category design lens, and this episode delivers three stories that reveal how the decisions made today will define economic winners and losers for decades. From data center legislation in New York to Apple raising prices and a Costco cashier becoming a millionaire, each story points to the same underlying truth: the category you choose matters more than almost anything else. Whether you are a governor, a tech executive, or an hourly worker, picking the right side of the S-curve is everything. This is just one of the topics that Pirates Christopher Lochhead, Eddie Yoon and Bri Clark discuss on this episode of Pirate Street Journal. Each week, the Category Pirates pick three headlines worth paying attention to and break down the category underneath. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   New York Said No to Data Centers and It Will Pay the Price On July 10th, New York became the first state in America to ban new data centers, with Governor Kathy Hochul signing a freeze on permits for hyperscale facilities for up to a full year. She cited higher power bills, water use, and grid strain as her reasons. Meanwhile, legislation is already being introduced to extend that freeze to three years. This is happening at the same time a study revealed New York has lost $11 billion in taxes due to millionaires leaving the state, and the city recently implemented rent control that has effectively killed new housing development. Compare that to Boise, Idaho, where four people started a memory chip company called Micron in the basement of a dental office back in 1978. Today, Micron employs more than 6,000 people, stands as the third largest private employer in Idaho, and just committed to a $15 billion expansion, the largest private investment in the state’s history. One town said yes 48 years ago and is still cashing that check. The next Boise could be anywhere someone decides to welcome the future, including, perhaps, the Big Island of Hawaii. The smarter move for any governor would not be a blanket freeze but a proof of concept, a small data center pilot that generates real-world data instead of relying on academic spreadsheets. Governors today have more power and agency than they may realize, and the choice between welcoming AI infrastructure or blocking it is really a choice between the future and the past.   Apple’s Price Hikes Signal the Return of On-Premise AI Apple recently raised prices across its lineup, with the Mac Studio jumping $1,300 and even entry-level MacBooks climbing $100. Tim Cook called the memory shortage a hundred-year flood, and he is not entirely wrong. DRAM and NAND prices surged roughly 60% last quarter and are projected to climb another 13 to 18% this quarter, with some analysts expecting memory costs to double again before the cycle ends. The AI hardware boom is still in its early innings, and anyone due for an upgrade should know that prices are only heading one direction. But the deeper story here is about data ownership and the return of on-premise computing. When businesses send their data into cloud-based AI platforms, those platforms can see everything. The controversy around Anthropic launching a product that competed directly with Cursor, a development tool built on top of Anthropic’s cloud, illustrated exactly why enterprises cannot afford to hand over their intellectual capital. Goldman Sachs, Merck, Citibank, none of them can afford to have an AI provider see their most sensitive work and potentially act on it. Apple’s privacy-first approach and its push to run more AI directly on device is not just a marketing position. It is a strategic response to a real problem. As LLMs commoditize, Apple is positioning itself as the gateway that routes your queries to the right model for the right task, while keeping your data on your device and out of someone else’s servers. Dell is also worth watching here, as its infrastructure business is growing at 40% while its consumer hardware grows at just 5%, a clear signal that the on-prem shift is accelerating.   The Costco Cashier Proves Category Kings Build Millionaires The Wall Street Journal ran a story about a Costco cashier who makes $32.90 an hour, started at $5.85 back when it was still Price Club, owns a three-bedroom home with a pool, and has a 401(k) worth over one million dollars. He is not an outlier. Costco’s CFO confirmed that many thousands of their hourly workers have crossed the seven-figure mark in retirement savings, and the company’s annual turnover sits at just 7% compared to a retail industry average of 60%. This story is really about category design in action. Costco became a category king in retail by capping its markups at 15% when every other retailer was charging 35 to 40%, offering generous health benefits even to part-timers, and building a culture that retains people for decades. When you combine low turnover with a growing stock, mission-driven leadership, and a business model that serves customers, employees, and investors simultaneously, you get the kind of compounding wealth that turns a cashier into a millionaire. The lesson applies whether you are scanning groceries or launching a startup. The category you pick matters more than the salary on your offer letter. Finding a company on the left side of the S-curve, one that treats its customers, its people, and its investors well while still growing, is the real career decision. The title and the paycheck matter far less than whether the category you join is heading toward abundance or quietly flatlining on the way down. To hear about all the topics in this week's The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter.   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!

Vroeger was alles beter, dat weet iedereen. Twintig jaar geleden werd de debuutplaat Count Your Blessings van Bring Me The Horizon terecht weggezet als een vergetelijk broddelwerk en kon je kopie van het videospel Grand Theft Auto ook als onderzetter gebruikt worden. Anno 2026 stopt Sony met het uitbrengen van media op cd (nota bene het format dat het zelf uitgevonden heeft) en mag Bring Me The Horizon op het prestigieuze Outbreak Fest geschiedenis vervalsen met een integrale vertoning van haar debuut. Gelukkig verandert er al jaren niets aan de zuurgraad van Osmium - de zwaarste podcast in het Nederlands - en worden deze twee ontwikkelingen uitgebreid besproken. De rehabilitatie van Count Your Blessings is symptomatisch voor de recente heropleving van scenemuziek die zich aandient als de natuurlijke opvolger van de nu-metalrevival. Maar wie beschikt eigenlijk over het sociale kapitaal om te bepalen wanneer verguisde muziek ineens weer goed mag zijn, en moeten we zo'n herschrijving van de canon zonder meer accepteren? Tegelijk dreigt met het verdwijnen van de cd ook de zeggenschap van luisteraars over hun muziekcollectie verder af te nemen. Wie de toegang tot muziek controleert, kan immers ook bepalen wat beschikbaar blijft, terwijl zonder fysieke dragers een betaalbare tweedehandsmarkt langzaam verdwijnt. Bij games leidt die ontwikkeling tot discussie over bezit, licenties en conservering. Is de economische realiteit voor muziek werkelijk anders, of staat dit ons ook te wachten? Met beeldmateriaal door Pim Kastelein en muziek van Bring Me The Horizon en Doppler. Onderwerpen: Bring Me The Horizon - Pray For Plagues (2026 Repented) (00:00) Welkomstwoord over het kruisbestuiven van hortensia's met stalen afvalcontainers (00:06) Huishoudelijke mededelingen en achterstallig onderhoud aan de concertzalentierlist (02:57) Introductie van de onderwerpen (04:38) Pim legt even een drolletje over Count Your Blessings Repented, Bring Me The Horizon's opnieuw opgenomen debuutplaat (05:04) Het bezitten van (fysieke) media (26:53) Luistertip van Pim: Junius – Sotera; catchy gothic post-metal met kneitervalse Fred Durst-zang en een snufje Deftones (57:10) Luistertip van Niels, deel 1: Sugar Horse – No Sound In Heaven; noisy sludge die als soundtrack kan dienen voor de beklimming van de trappen naar de hemel (1:04:40) Luistertip van Niels, deel 2: Doppler – Pourquoi Ce Disque?; volwassen mathrock met slechts 1.600 luisteraars op Spotify (1:07:08) Concerttip van Pim: Metal & Hell Festival in Essen (Duitsland); een line-up vol gruizige undergroundbands en Duitsers die supermarktbier drinken op de stoep (1:12:11) Concerttip van Niels: Coroner in Leiden, Uden en Kortrijk; thrashmetalroyalty die het tot nummer 7 in de ZM Jaarlijst schopte en in één weekend drie Benelux-shows speelt (1:20:15) Shout-outs (1:23:33) Links: Bring Me The Horizon - Count Your Blessings | Repented op Bandcamp Junius Bandcamp Sugar Horse Bandcamp Doppler Bandcamp Metal & Hell Festival 3 Coroner in Nobel, De Pul en De Kreun

It's the week where br00tal returned (and football season is over), as we make our way to Bring Me the Horizon's Count Your Blessings | Repented shows and into the re-recorded album for the biggest event in 2006 deathcore since... 2006.Releases:Final Resting Place - Third World TribunalLoathe - A Stranger to YouMotionless In White - DecadesBoundaries - Yearning: The unbeautiful afterProtest the Hero - WithinAs It Is - As It IsThe Menzingers - Everything I Ever SawQuicksand - Bring on the PsychicsFuming Mouth - The Ringing BellFed Ash + HIRS - I AM BODY HORRORLeft to Die - Initium MortisPsycroptic - The Pulse of AnnihilationImperium - Exodus UnknownEmptiness - Nowhere SpeaksHaken - In a Fever DreamRed Method - As In Life

You've heard the expression, “Count Your Blessings”. But how often do you do it? You know, if you did an honest accounting of all the blessings God has given you, you wouldn't have anywhere near enough fingers and toes. God is the most generous person you'll ever know. Ron offers proof today, as he moves ahead in his teaching series, “Psalm 23 and Me: Living the Good Life with The Good Shepherd.”  

Roman and Paul share some insight on facing trials and working through discouragement!

Is the Bikkurim Declaration about fruit? Why does it tell the short-version of Jewish history? Why do we use it as the basis of the Haggadah?

When life gets distracting, and you find yourself ungrateful for what God has done, count your blessings. Join Haston today as we discuss the challenge to change our eyesight when it comes to our blessings.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

At our Interactive Midweek Service, Pastor Femi Paul brought us a corrective and stirring word titled Praise the Lord O' My Soul! Building on Sunday's message Count Your Blessings, he opened with Psalm 103:2 and expanding through Isaiah 55:2, we were reminded that counting our blessings is not merely a gratitude exercise, it is spiritual wisdom. From Numbers 11:1a, Pastor emphasised that complaining isn't just a bad habit; it displeases the Lord and stalls our progress. We learned that counting our blessings is actually a spiritual guard that protects our Counting our blessings guards the heart against grumbling and complaining, and keeps us qualified for what God is about to do next. We also saw how complaint can distort perspective, while thanksgiving preserves spiritual posture and keeps our heart open to God's next move. The core of the message was a deep dive into Philippians 4:8, where we were challenged to discipline our thoughts toward what is good, worthy of praise, and full of God's goodness. We were challenged to fill our minds with things to praise rather than things to curse, and to fasten our thoughts on the glorious works of God. As the congregation lifted the song Praise, the atmosphere reinforced the message that praise is not only a response to blessing but a posture that sustains joy, protects perspective, and aligns us with divine harmony. The charge was simple and profound: keep counting your blessings, keep praising God, and stay qualified for what He is about to do next. Confession: Lord, I choose praise over complaint and gratitude over grumbling. Guard my heart, align my thoughts, and keep me positioned for all You are about to do next.

Pastor Femi Paul brought us a timely word during today's Youth Sunday Service titled Count Your Blessings! Drawing from Psalm 103:2 (MSG), we were given a powerful directive: to bless God and ensure we do not forget a single one of His benefits. We learned that the only way to avoid the trap of forgetfulness is to intentionally and carefully count the good things He has done for us. Rather than magnifying problems, needs, or what is missing, the message called us to remember the good things God has done. Using Psalm 103:2–5 (NLT), we were reminded of the breadth of God's favour, from forgiveness and healing to redemption and the renewal of our strength, affirming that youths in God are called to stand out. Gratitude is not passive remembrance but active recognition. The message challenged us to shift our focus from problems and needs to the faithfulness of God. When we count our problems, anxiety grows, but when we count our blessings, faith rises. Drawing from Philippians 4:6–7, we were reminded that thanksgiving brings peace, and thanksgiving also positions us for increase. Pastor prophetically declared that as we count only our blessings for the rest of April, God will multiply those blessings in May. The charge was simple and powerful: remember what God has done, and expect Him to do more and more. Confession: I choose to bless the Lord with all that I am. I refuse to forget His benefits. I will count my blessings daily, focusing on His goodness, mercy, and healing power. As I celebrate what He has already done, I position myself for multiplication and fresh manifestations in May.

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Nora & Maria read a follow up from last episode's Horse Hunters discussion. They then read listener submissions including someone who got two horses for shockingly cheap, and a lease situation with a follow up from last fall! They then talk about burnout and responsibilities as an adult ammy and how to manage expectations when life circumstances change.0:00 Intro1:10 Follow up #1 - Horse Hunters8:32 Submission #125:56 Submission #237:35 Submission #356:02 Discussion

This week on The Loaded Radio Podcast, we sit down with The Amity Affliction frontman Joel Birch for a raw, unfiltered conversation. With the band's ninth studio album, 'House of Cards', set for release on April 24, Joel opens up about the survival of the band following the high-profile departure of longtime member Ahren Stringer. We discuss the addition of Jonny Reeves to the studio lineup, the "volatile" year that led to the split, and why Joel believes this is the most honest material of his career. In the second half of the show, host Scott Penfold breaks down the most chaotic news week of the year:

This week the gang kicks things off discussing bringing a friend with you on a first date (0:23). Rapper Offset of the Migos shot while at a Florida Casino (27:56). Da Baby facing backlash for insulting a fan who painting him a portrait (37:41) US military considering reinstating the draft (44:41). Hollywood Nicky's family on a game show (53:07). Jayden Cintron finds over 9K in cash in a Chick Fil A bathroom (1:08:00) and much more so tune in.......

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This week is a Simone Zone episode and I talk about taking the time to count and explain my blessings and I encourage you to do the same.

In this message, Count Your Blessings, Pastor Jeff Davis teaches from Deuteronomy 28-30 and reminds us that God's blessings are connected to a life of obedience. This sermon highlights three key truths: living a life set apart in holiness, trusting God to work in every area of our lives as He blesses us holistically, and choosing to honor Him above all else. As we shift our focus from life's problems to God's promises, we begin to see His blessings more clearly. Listen to this sermon to be encouraged to choose obedience, trust God completely, and truly count your blessings.

Kicking off a new sermon series called “Complete in Christ”, here is the first sermon by Pastor Stacy Stafford entitled Count Your Blessings from Ephesians 1:1-14.

In this message from Ephesians 1:4-6, Pastor Stacy Stafford picked up our series through the book of Ephesians called “Complete in Christ” and preached a sermon entitled Count Your Blessings. Christian, you are chosen, adopted into the family of God and accepted by the God of the Universe. What Blessings He has bestowed upon us!

In this episode, Jimmy IV shares a grounded and honest reflection on what it really means to “count your blessings.” From his personal point of view, it's not about pretending life is perfect, comparing struggles, or forcing positivity. It's about slowing down long enough to recognize what you've already survived and honoring the strength it took to get here.Jimmy talks about stepping away from “business as usual,” not in a dramatic way, but in how we move internally. He explores how awareness, gratitude, and clarity can shift your mindset, your energy, and the way you step into what's next. This episode is a reminder that survival itself is powerful and that sometimes the greatest blessing is simply still being here with the ability to choose, grow, and move forward intentionally.A calm, relatable conversation for anyone who needs a moment of grounding, perspective, and quiet motivation to honor their own journey. SHOW LINKS:About The AuthorBooksInstagramFacebookApple PodcastVoyage Baltimore Magazine Highlight Series 2nd. Return InterviewStitcherSpotifyAudibleYouTubeVoyage Baltimore Magazine 1st. Interview

•Ellen Hayes Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Ellen Hayes is the youngest of ten siblings in a deeply musical family. Surrounded by singers and musicians from birth, Ellen's passion for music was nurtured early by her late mother, who sparked her love for the piano. By the age of three, Ellen was already exploring melodies on the keys, and by sixteen she knew she was called to music ministry.•Ellen has also embraced recording her church choir, resulting in the powerful single “Another Chance”, a song of redemption, forgiveness, and gratitude.  Released in January 2024, it quickly gained momentum, securing placement on Billboard and Media-base Gospel charts, where it remained steadily within the Top 100. The song has garnered glowing reviews, multiple awards, and the distinguished honor of being added to the GMWA National Songbook.•In 2025, Ellen continues to expand her musical imprint with the release of her debut holiday single, “Silent Night” asoulful mother-and-son duet featuring her son, Darryl Hayes Jr., known professionally as D.E.R.Y.L—whose R&B catalog is available across all digital platforms.  Looking ahead to2026, Ellen will introduce her next single, “Count Your Blessings”, the lead release from her forthcoming album scheduled for the same year.•“Silent Night” Cover is available on all digital outlets. And in 2026 “Count Your Blessings” Release date TBD••Send an email to Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold  sharing your thoughts about this show segment; also, if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like tohear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ and become a follower on our Facebook page where all of our shows with links are found.•Awarded a “Top Gospel Music Podcast” Badge from Feedspot which has named Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold one of the Top 10 Gospel Music Podcasts on the web! •LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST •There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebookpage ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.    •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in theWorld on the Internet! •ANSONIA'S BOOK RELEASES•“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!"•"Molding a Black Princess"Order Information https://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

Happy New Year! Lakshmi invites you to start 2026 by releasing worries, doubts, and fears about your future and the future of the collective. She reminds us to count our blessings and to remain focused and positive to attract the ease, joy and glory we desire. visit www.transformationgoddess.com for your personal goddess card message.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Friday morning, the 19th of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Psalms 105:2: ”Sing to Him, sing psalms to Him;Talk of all His wondrous works!” Then we go straight to 1 Thessalonians 5:18: ”In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God…” I read a beautiful little reading this morning by the famous hymn writer, Francis Ridley Havergal, and this is what she says. She says, ”We talk about the telescope of faith but I think we want even more the microscope of watchful and grateful love.” She says, ”Apply this to the little bits of our daily lives, in the light of the Spirit and how wonderfully they will come out.” Yes, we want to look through the telescope of faith and see all the big things in life, but she says maybe we need to get that microscope out and thank God for all the little things He has done for us.You say, ”What little things?” Well, maybe you passed your exams. “Yes, but I didn't get a hundred percent, Angus!” No, but you passed your exams and surely that's worth praising God for, and that farmer, ”No, I didn't really get a bumper crop this year.” But maybe you are able to pay your costs and that's worth thanking God for. Counting your blessings and naming them one by one, and then all of a sudden, things won't look so hopeless, will they?Do you remember that little song, it's a hymn, that goes something like this;Count your blessings, name them one by oneCount your blessings, see what God has doneCount your blessings, name them one by oneCount your many blessings, see what God has doneIsn't that wonderful? Today, count those blessings! Thank the Lord that you woke up this morning and you can see a brand new day, and who knows? This may be the day that the Lord will come and take us home to be with Him in paradise forever, but until then, count your blessings!Jesus bless you and goodbye.

I've been holding this one close. There's something I lean on every single day — in the good, the hard, the messy, the incredible. It's the thing that steadies me, fuels me, and reminds me who I am! But I will say this: everything that's ever happened in my life — every win, every lesson, every detour — helped shape me. I give thanks for all of it. It's part of my journey, part of my becoming.One of my favorite habits? Starting and ending every day with the song Count Your Blessings.. It shifts me. It puts me exactly where I need to be. And before I talk to anyone, I bless them, I pray over them, I send them love — because that's how I move through this world.Because the world needs you. I'm grateful for everything — and I want you to be too! 

Message from Shano Raranje on November 30, 2025

Various accounts exist regarding the origin of the first Thanksgiving, yet the theme of gratitude perseveres throughout. Join John Bradshaw and guest Dr. Frank Hasel as they discuss the importance of expressing appreciation for our blessings and learn how you can cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude during the Thanksgiving season and beyond.

Various accounts exist regarding the origin of the first Thanksgiving, yet the theme of gratitude perseveres throughout. Join John Bradshaw and guest Dr. Frank Hasel as they discuss the importance of expressing appreciation for our blessings and learn how you can cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude during the Thanksgiving season and beyond.

Texts: James 1:2; Philippians 4:4-7; Romans 8:28Hosts:J. Kent EdwardsVicki HitzgesNathan NormanNarrator: Brian French The CrossTalk Podcast is a production of CrossTalk Global, equipping biblical communicators, so every culture hears God's voice. To find out more, or to support the work of this ministry please visit www.crosstalkglobal.orgDonateProduced by Nathan James Norman/Untold Podcast Production© 2025 CrossTalk Global

When I was a little girl, I loved the old hymn “Count Your Blessings.” The song encourages those who are “tempest-tossed” and “thinking all is lost” to “count your blessings, name them one by one.” Years later when my husband, Alan, was discouraged, he would often ask me to sing that simple song to him. Then I would help him to enumerate his blessings. Doing so took Alan’s focus off his struggles and self-doubt and centered his thoughts on God and his reasons for thankfulness. The book of Ezra describes God’s people facing overwhelming challenges through focusing on God’s power and provision. After they’d endured decades of captivity in Babylon, King Cyrus allowed the Jewish exiles to return to Israel to rebuild the temple (Ezra 1-2). Only a fraction returned (2:64). Despite their “fear of the peoples around them” and the great task before them, they rebuilt the altar and laid the temple’s foundation (3:3, 10). Then “with praise and thanksgiving they sang to the Lord: ‘He is good; his love toward Israel endures forever.’ And all the people gave a great shout of praise to the Lord” (3:11). If you’re discouraged or facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles, turn your thoughts toward God. “Count your blessings . . . and it will surprise you what the Lord has done,” and continues to do, for those who love Him.

In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan relates a story about a young girl on the streets of Mexico who reminded him of the need to express gratitude for all of our blessings, especially during this holiday season. Dr. Jordan's previous podcast on gratitude: Is your daughter ungrateful? George Bailey gratitude will helpThank you for listening to my podcast.  Please join our community on our social media platforms and share with yours to help us grow!

Pastor John Miller teaches a message from Ephesians 1:3-14, titled "Count Your Blessings."

Pastor John Miller teaches a message from Ephesians 1:3-14, titled "Count Your Blessings."

In Psalm 103:1–5 we are going to see David stir his soul to praise God for the LORD's pardoning grace, preserving compassion, and satisfying goodness—so that you can be filled with thanksgiving to God for His great benefits.

Count Your Blessings This Christmas by Bill Bennett

(Episode 180) On this weeks episode we focus on the importance of gratitude as well as the impact of the local church! PSA I have a new camera!!!!!

Dr. Larry Smith Author of Johnnie and Me: Facing the Voiceof Alcohol Within, Retired Chiropractor, Person in Long Term Recoveryhttps://www.drlarrysmithauthor.com/ Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: Count Your Blessings by John F. Demartini - https://a.co/d/70wltK0 Best piece of Recovery advice: Practice Gratitude Take it Easy by The Eagles - https://youtu.be/32Oc2d_3yEk SummaryIn this episode of The Way Out Podcast, Dr. Larry Smithshares his profound journey through addiction and recovery, discussing hisexperiences with various substances, the impact of trauma, and the importanceof authenticity and service in recovery. He emphasizes the significance ofcommunity support, the challenges faced during recovery, and the transformativepower of writing. Dr. Smith also highlights the importance of gratitude anddaily practices in maintaining sobriety, while sharing insights from his newbook, 'Johnny and Me: Facing the Voice of Alcohol Within.' TakeawaysRecovery is about living authentically and embracing who youare.The journey of recovery is often long and requiresresilience.Serving the recovery community is a vital part of healing.Trauma can have lasting effects, but healing is possible.Writing can be a powerful tool for processing experiences.Daily practices and routines are essential for maintainingsobriety.Forgiveness is a journey that takes time and effort.Connection with others in recovery fosters understanding andsupport.Gratitude can transform the way we experience life.Sharing our stories can inspire hope in others. Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available eonlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!https://open.spotify.com?episode/07lvzwUq1L6VQGnZuH6OLz?si=3eyd3PxVRWCKz4pTurLcmA (c) 2015 - 2025 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa(https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2019 conversation with Valerie Simpson of Ashford & Simpson. ABOUT VALERIE SIMPSONSix-time Grammy nominee Valerie Simpson is best known as one half of the songwriting, production and performing duo of Ashford and Simpson, which she formed with musical partner and eventual husband Nick Ashford after they met at a church in Harlem, New York, in the early 1960s.  After early successes with Aretha Franklin's recording of “Cry Like a Baby” and Ray Charles' recordings of “Let's Go Get Stoned” and “I Don't Need No Doctor,” Nick and Valerie signed with Motown Records, first as songwriters, where their early successes included the hit singles “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” and “Your Precious Love,” recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. They soon began both writing and producing for the duo, with hits such as “Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing,” “You're All I Need to Get By,” “Good Lovin' Ain't Easy to Come By,” and “What You Gave Me.” Additional writing and production credits at Motown came with hits by The Supremes, The Marvelettes, The Miracles, Gladys Knight, and Diana Ross, who found success with “Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand)” “Remember Me,” “Surrender,” and a remake of “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” that topped both the pop and R&B charts.   In addition to writing #1 hits such as Quincy Jones's “Stuff Like That” and Chaka Khan's “I'm Every Woman” after their Motown period, Ashford and Simpson began releasing their own recordings as a duo, landing nearly 40 songs on the Billboard R&B singles chart. Their list of Top 10 hits as artists, includes “It Seems to Hang On,” “Found a Cure,” “Love Don't Make it Right,” “Street Corner,” “Outta the World,” “Count Your Blessings,” “I'll Be There For You,” and “Solid.”   Ashford and Simpson were the recipients of the ASCAP Founder's Award, which is the highest honor bestowed by the organization. They were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, named among Rolling Stone Magazine's 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time, and provided the inspiration for the establishment of the Soul Train Ashford & Simpson Songwriter's Award. Following Nick's untimely death in 2011, Valerie has continued to write, record, and even appear on Broadway in the acclaimed musical Chicago.

Topics:  Overwhelmed, Count Your Blessings, Psalm 23:1, Not A Bot, Gunsmoke, Christian Artists, Vera C. Rubin, Contempt BONUS CONTENT: Not A Bot Follow-up, Men Driving Follow-up   Quotes: “Our souls weren't made for this.” “Just do the thing that's in front of you.” “We have to be careful elevating people. It's not healthy for them.” “You don't want to live a life of contempt and you don't have to.” “I'm amped about Vera C. Rubin.” . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook! For Christian banking you can trust, click here!

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