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Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
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Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
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The Virgo Quarter Moon begs you not to believe everything you think. Mercury is nearing the end of its post-Retrograde shadow, and Neptune, the planet of dreams, wishes, and manifestations, stations direct. It's a week full of brain fog and confusion, but beneath the surface, exciting things are rumbling. Get your copy of the Manifest BIIG in 2026 Journal exclusively on Amazon: Buy Here! Like what you hear in this week's episode? Subscribe to A Daily Dose of Stars! Right now, you're using Astrology to predict your future. The real power lies in using it to partner with the energy of the moment. A Daily Dose of Stars is a daily energy report that helps you work practically with the energy of every single day. Each day, you'll walk away knowing when it's best to take bold action, when to prioritize rest, when to get outside and socialize, and when you're better off taking the day off and simply letting it all go. Trust me when I say: this level of intel is priceless. HERE'S ALL THE WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER: https://www.drunkastro.com/work-with-me THE DRUNK ASTROLOGY WEBSITE: www.drunkastro.com HOST: Graham Breitenstein
Daily Dose of Hope December 8, 2025 Scripture – Acts 12 Prayer: Lord Jesus, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, We give you all the glory and praise. Thank you for being a God who provides. Thank you for being a God who heals. Thank you for being a God who sees past our brokenness and invites us into relationship with you. Help us, Lord, to grow more deeply in love with you every day. More of you and less of me. In Your Name, Amen. Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading plan. We are getting to the end of our reading plan after months of walking through the Gospels and Acts. I would love to hear what you have learned. What have been your big takeaways? Today, we walk through Acts 12. Things are getting rough for Peter and the Christians. Persecution is increasing. Herod is getting especially agitated and throws Peter in prison. I want to talk about the miracle of Peter being released but first let's discuss the Herod dynasty because I think that's important. The Herodians were given power of the region of Judea by the Romans. While they were brutal and power-hungry, they did consider themselves to be Jews. This Herod from Acts 12 is Herod Agrippa I. His grandfather was Herod the Great; he was the Herod who called for the killing of the Jewish baby boys after Jesus' birth. He was the nephew of Herod Antipas, who ordered the beheading of John the Baptist and to whom Jesus was brought. All of these Herodian kings were insecure and felt easily threatened by those who criticized them or their way of life. Thus, this Herod was persecuting Christians and had already executed James, the brother of John. Peter is arrested and thrown in prison with many, many layers of security. But no soldiers or shackles can stop God! He sends an angel who frees Peter and leads him out of the prison to a home where many believers were meeting. The believers had been praying fervently for Peter's release and then they were shocked when he shows up at the door of the home where they had gathered. Talk about answered prayer! This is just the beginning of the miracles God is going to do. Do you believe in answered prayers? Do you pray bold prayers like these believers? The boldness of our prayers speak volumes about how we feel about God. It's clear that the early church believed that God was all-powerful, that God was a God of miracles, a God of provision, and a God who would take care of their every need. The big question is – do we? Finally, let's talk about Herod's death. After securing some kind of peace deal, King Herod stands before the people and gives his royal address. The people go wild! They begin to say this is the voice of a god, not a man. And insecure Herod just soaks it up. But God is having none of it, and he strikes him down dead. Y'all, arrogance does not pay. God calls his people to be humble. All glory and honor belong to God. Yes, there are times in which we can be appropriately proud but we have to be very, very careful. The way of Christ is always humility. Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
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Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship
What if the deepest objections to God aren't solved by arguments, but by encountering a Person? And what if the very doubts we think disqualify us are actually the doorway to discovering who Jesus really is? Ben talks with YouTuber, apologist, and cultural commentator Brandon McGuire of Daily Dose Of Wisdom on overcoming doubt, and the true hope of the gospel.----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text
Daily Dose of Hope December 4, 2025 Scripture - Acts 10 Prayer: Dear Lord, I feel the need to just start with silence this morning. Help us sit and reflect on you and your presence...Jesus, we need you. We go through our days distracted and in a hurry, sometimes even forgetting to pray or acknowledge you. Help us to be aware of your presence, knowing that you walk with us every step of the way, guiding us and leading us in all our words, actions, and decisions. This is your day, Lord. Amen. Welcome back, friends, to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that goes along with the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts and today we taking a look at Acts chapter 10. Things are changing. I love this text, as it shows that God is always up to something new to lead more people to the Gospel. Cornelius, an Italian centurion, is a God-fearer. This means he is a Gentile who believes in God but does not follow the law to the tee. He is respected among Jews and gives to the causes of God. God sends an angel to tell Cornelius that he needs to send for Peter. At about the same time, Peter falls into a trance in which God presents him with all kinds of food, much of it unclean according to the law. Its clear God is doing something different here. He tells Peter to get up and eat. When Peter protests, God tells him that nothing that God makes is unclean. It's at that same time that Cornelius sends for him. Peter then goes to Cornelius' home. Keep in mind, this would have really been a no-no according to Jewish law. Jews did not associate with Gentiles; they especially did not walk into their homes. It would have rendered them unclean. But Peter knows that God has called him to do so. He speaks to Cornelius, his family, and friends about Jesus and they believe and receive the Holy Spirit. This is new territory, everyone! These are the first Gentiles that become believers. We stand on their shoulders. More tomorrow… Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor
"When I was doing keto, a salad would spike my blood glucose. And this is because of the fat. There was so much saturated fat that my glucose tolerance was diminished. I went from keto to the opposite, the most opposite diet you could ever have: a plant-based diet. My insulin requirements started to come down very fast. I got down to an all-time low." Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death. It causes kidney failure, lower-limb amputations, and blindness in severe cases. As a person with diabetes, keeping your blood sugar levels within the range recommended by your doctor can be exasperating. That's because many things make your blood sugar levels fluctuate, sometimes unexpectedly. So how does someone with diabetes live a joyful and purposeful life? Let's find out from today's guest, Drew Harrisberg. Drew is an exercise physiologist, diabetes educator, sports scientist, and most importantly – a happy and healthy guy thriving with type 1 diabetes. His background as a health professional and his triumph with managing diabetes has ignited a passion for sharing everything he knows to inspire, empower and enable people to thrive with Diabetes rather than simply live with it. Drew's Daily Dose is his way of empowering people to take control of their health to live a fuller, happier, and healthier life. What we discuss in this episode: Type 1 vs. Type 2 Diabetes – How do they differ? The leading cause of insulin resistance and how it affects the body Why is it unhealthy to have too much insulin in the body? Drew talks about the time he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and how it impacted his life How does someone get diabetes, and what is it like living with it? Drew explains how exercise and diet help manage and control diabetes Keto, Paleo, Plant-Based – Which diets are beneficial for people with diabetes, and why Drew opt to stick with the plant-based diet? What does Drew eat on a regular day to support his body's needs as a person with diabetes and an athlete? What are the benefits of intermittent fasting to someone with diabetes? Drew walks us through his Five Pillars of Health and how he lives a joy-filled life. Drew debunks a few Diabetes MYTHS! Why Drew enjoys swimming in cold ocean water using the Wim Hof breathing technique Drew happily talks about his funny talking dog DENNIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGQEBtq5fQM There's a lot more in store for Drew as he pursues his passion for singing and songwriting. Book mentioned: Sugar Nation by Jeff O'Connell Drew Harrisberg TEDx Talk - The Surprising Lesson Diabetes Taught Me: https://www.ted.com/talks/drew_harrisberg_the_surprising_lesson_diabetes_taught_me Check out Drew's website: https://drewsdailydose.com/ Click the link below to support the FISCAL Act https://switch4good.org/fiscal-act/ Share the website and get your resources here https://kidsandmilk.org/ Send us a voice message and ask a question. We want to hear from you! Switch4Good.org/podcast Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips https://switch4good.org/dairy-free-swaps-guide SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD https://switch4good.org/support-us/ ★☆★ JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat ★☆★ SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/ ★☆★ ONLINE STORE ★☆★ https://shop.switch4good.org/shop/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ★☆★ https://www.instagram.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ AMAZON STORE ★☆★ https://www.amazon.com/shop/switch4good
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
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Daily Dose of Hope December 3, 2025 Scripture - Acts 9:32-43 Prayer: Father God, hear our prayer this morning. We are awed by your power and strength. We are amazed by your love. Thank you, Lord, for the many ways you show in our lives to teach us and care for us. Help us gather our scattered thoughts right now and focus on you. In these next few moments of silence, help us (help me) be still and know that you are God...Come Holy Spirit, and help us walk through this Scripture in a way that honors you. Show up and help us discover whatever it is you want us to learn. This is your Word and we want to hear from you. In Your powerful name, Amen. Welcome back, friends, to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that goes along with the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts and today we finish up Acts 9. We learn that after Saul's conversion, there is a period of peace for the disciples of Jesus. This allows them to move freely, share the Gospel, and do the works of healing and teaching. In today's passage, we see the Holy Spirit working through Peter to heal a bedridden man and then resurrect a dead woman. I would like to focus on Tabitha, also called Dorcas, a disciple in Joppa (a town that is now part of modern-day Tel Aviv). Dorcas took care of most of the widows in that area. Really, she had created a community of widows who had become her family. Remember, widows are some of the most vulnerable people in that society. Without a husband or son to care for them, they have no way to care for themselves. If it weren't for God's people, they would be doomed to a life of poverty and/or prostitution. Dorcas cared for these women and they loved her dearly. This is a woman whose life had significant impact on a group of women that would otherwise have been overlooked in their culture. When Peter sees the situation, he is moved with compassion. He prays and Dorcas is restored to life. We serve a God of resurrection. How do you need to see resurrection in your life today? Let's reframe that a bit. In the hustle and bustle of Christmas, where can you see new life and resurrection? Where can you be a Tabitha? Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Jason Turner, Director of Congregational Engagement
SummaryIn this episode, Sean M Weiss discusses the critical role of compliance officers in healthcare organizations, emphasizing their responsibilities, best practices, and the importance of regulatory compliance. He highlights the need for a proactive approach to risk assessment, the do's and don'ts of compliance, and the necessity of independence and objectivity in the compliance role. The episode concludes with a call to action for compliance officers to leverage available resources and foster a culture of compliance within their organizations.TakeawaysThe compliance officer is crucial for organizational integrity.Compliance programs must adhere to OIG's seven core elements.Regular risk assessments are essential for identifying vulnerabilities.Training and education are vital for compliance success.Independence in the compliance role prevents bias and conflicts.Separation between compliance and legal functions is necessary.Empowering compliance officers can reduce enforcement risks.Fostering a culture of compliance is a competitive advantage.Ignoring red flags can lead to significant penalties.Utilizing OIG and CMS resources enhances compliance effectiveness.oig.hhs.gov/compliance/ cms.gov/medicare/compliance-and-audits justice.gov/criminal/criminal-fraud/page/file/1562831/dl
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
Daily Dose of Hope December 2, 2025 Scripture - Acts 9:1-31 Prayer: Heavenly Father, Help us start this devotional today with a time of silence, a time to pause before you...Lord, hear our prayers. Speak to us. We want to hear from you. In Your Name, Amen. Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we start Acts 9. This is a great passage - Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus. It's amazing how God took the biggest persecutor of believers and very intentionally chooses him to bring the Gospel to the Gentiles. His conversion story is dramatic, and it really needs to be. He doesn't strike me as the kind of person who would take hints from God. He needs something that cannot be disputed, like the living Christ meeting him on his Damascus journey and speaking directly to him. Then, he loses his sight, only to regain it when Ananias prays for him. It's quite extraordinary. Most of us are pretty familiar with Saul's conversion story but today, I'd like to focus on Ananias of Damascus. He is the man in the shadows. Keep in mind, there are several men named Ananias in the New Testament; we are focusing on the man in Damascus who prayed over Saul who became Paul. What we read in Acts 9 is that God appears to Ananias in a vision and tells him to go to the house of Judas on Straight Street where he will meet Saul of Tarsus. Ananias knew of Saul's reputation and he knew that Saul was in Damascus to arrest believers of Jesus so he protested a bit. God tells him to go to the house anyway. Despite being fearful, Ananias obeys. I'm going to say that again. Despite knowing that Saul could potentially arrest him, Ananias obeys God. He goes to the house and prays over Saul. Almost immediately, something like scales fall from Saul's eyes and he can see again. We don't know much about what happens to faithful Ananias of Damascus after this incident. The author of Acts doesn't give us a lot of information – does he go on to preach the Gospel in his community and beyond? Does he found churches? Does he end up getting arrested for preaching Jesus? Really, we have no idea. What we do know is that Ananias of Damascus obeyed God's command to go pray over Saul so that Saul could go do all of those things. Without Ananias' prayer, Saul might have spent the rest of his life as a blind man wandering around, not knowing what his life might have been. Not everyone can be Saul/Paul, but we can all be Ananias. We can all be obedient. We can all pray for those who have harmed the church and those who have been harmed by the church. We can do what God is asking us. We don't have to found world-altering movements but we do need to do what Jesus asks us to do right now, right here. What is Jesus asking you to do? Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Rachel Klooster & Billy Heschl
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SummaryIn this episode of the Compliance Guy podcast, Sean M Weiss reflects on the challenges and lessons learned in 2025 regarding compliance in healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of building a robust culture of compliance to prepare for the upcoming year, 2026, which is expected to bring increased scrutiny from federal agencies. Weiss outlines essential steps for healthcare organizations to strengthen their compliance programs, including conducting risk assessments, integrating HIPAA requirements, implementing training programs, and engaging third-party auditors. He concludes with a call to action for organizations to proactively adapt to regulatory changes and foster a culture of compliance.TakeawaysBuilding an effective compliance program is crucial.2025 was a challenging year for compliance professionals.Conducting a thorough compliance risk assessment is essential.Strengthening HIPAA privacy rule compliance is necessary.Implementing employee training programs is vital for compliance culture.Engaging third-party auditors can provide objective evaluations.Leadership oversight is critical for compliance success.Monitoring regulatory developments is necessary for adaptation.Cultivating a resilient compliance culture minimizes legal risks.Proactive compliance enhances operational integrity and patient trust.
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/ Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events
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My insane AF Black Friday Sale is LIVE! Get all of your favorite Drunk Astrology offers: Birth Chart Readings, Moon Phase Manifestor program, 1:1 Coaching, and the Raise Your Vibe Retreat on an insane mega sale from Friday, November 28th, to Tuesday, December 2nd! SHOP HERE.Get your copy of the Manifest BIIG in 2026 Journal exclusively on Amazon: Buy Here! Like what you hear in this week's episode? Subscribe to A Daily Dose of Stars! Right now, you're using Astrology to predict your future. The real power lies in using it to partner with the energy of the moment. A Daily Dose of Stars is a daily energy report that helps you work practically with the energy of every single day. Each day, you'll walk away knowing when it's best to take bold action, when to prioritize rest, when to get outside and socialize, and when you're better off taking the day off and simply letting it all go. Trust me when I say: this level of intel is priceless. HERE'S ALL THE WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER: https://www.drunkastro.com/work-with-me THE DRUNK ASTROLOGY WEBSITE: www.drunkastro.com HOST: Graham Breitenstein
Daily Dose of Hope December 1, 2025 Scripture - Acts 8:26-40 Prayer: Holy and Merciful God, Thank you for a new day and a new week and thank you that your mercies are new every morning. As we enter into this first week of Advent, help us be aware of your presence in a new way, Lord. And right now, help us gather our scattered thoughts and focus on you and your Word. In these next few moments of silence, help us be still and know that you are God...In Your Name, Amen. Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we finish up Acts 8. Today's reading finds us with Philip. The Holy Spirit tells him to head down the road to Gaza and when he does, he encounters an Ethiopian eunuch reading the book of Isaiah. Philip knows this is his purpose and this is a beautiful opening that God has provided. He does not hesitate. Philip asks the Ethiopian if he understands what he is reading; the man responds, "How can I unless someone explains it to me?" Okay, perfect opening. Philip takes the opportunity to explain how the prophecy points to Jesus. He shares the Gospel and the man believes and is baptized. I want to reiterate a point here. Philip does not hesitate. He sees an opening and he takes it. Again, we need to think of our own circumstances. How often do we have an opening or we feel the nudge to share about Jesus and we chicken out? How often do we hesitate? What are we afraid of? Upon reflection, there are quite a few things we can learn from Philip's experience: ---There are times in which we may appear to be traveling on a desert road but God can still give you opening to share your faith with someone else. Please hear me. Even when we go through challenges and grief, God still gives us opportunities to witness to his goodness. How have you experienced this? · ----Start with a question. Philip just asked a question. He didn't give the Ethiopian man a long theological dissertation. He didn't wow the man with all his religious knowledge. No, not at all. Philip asked a question, which led to an opening to share about Scripture. · ----Use Scripture. Point to the Gospel message in the Bible. Scripture speaks for itself. · ----Stick to the Good News. Stay away from politics. Stay away from the side conversations. Just focus on Jesus and what his death and resurrection mean for us. · -----Ask for the Holy Spirit to open your eyes to when there is an opportunity and then to guide your words and actions. Blessings, Pastor Vicki
How do you build a store customers love coming back to — not just for products, but for the feeling it gives them? Retailer and industry expert Ari Lowenstein, owner of Ari's Pantry in Dallas, returns to the show to share his signature framework: the seven non-traditional product categories that keep customers engaged, coming back often, and ultimately spending more.In this special Pro coaching call, Ari breaks down how these categories can double as your built-in social media plan, how they shape the customer experience, and why every retailer should be thinking beyond “plush, apparel, and gifts.” He also opens up about a major business disruption his flagship store recently faced — and the hard, eye-opening lessons around insurance, communication, and protecting hourly employees.This conversation is part of a special Pro-only coaching call, the type members usually access inside IndERA Pro. Want more deep-dive sessions like this? Use code HOLIDAY to save $503 on your yearly Pro membership. You'll get instant access to every 2025 replay and can start saving the dates for all 2026 coaching calls![3:18] The major building disaster that shut down Ari's store — and the insurance gaps all retailers need to know[10:15] How to prepare for unexpected business interruptions & protect your team[14:18] Ari's intro: his retail background, his stores, and how Ari's Pantry came to life[19:27] Category #1: The Staples — your foundation of customer trust[23:04] Category #2: The Daily Dose — the low-price, high-frequency items that keep customers coming back[23:47] Category #3: The Good Neighbor — products that make customers feel good through ethics, origin, or impact[26:14] Why storytelling and signage make or break these categories[28:41] How these seven categories instantly give you your social media content planJoin the Rooted in Retail Facebook Group to continue the conversation Join our newsletter for all the latest marketing news for retailers Show off your super fandom by getting your Rooted in Retail Merch!
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/
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Daily Dose of Hope November 28, 2025 Scripture: Acts 8:1-26 Prayer: Almighty God and Risen Jesus, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, We come before you today with praise and a sense of awe. Even though you are incredibly mighty and take care of us in such fundamental ways, we struggle to stay focused on our faith. Help us gather our scattered and distracted thoughts. Help us take a moment of silence and remember who you are...Holy Spirit, speak to us today. We want to hear your voice. In Your Name, Amen. Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional/podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan for New Hope Church on Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we are talking at the first half of Acts 8. After Stephen's killing, the new Christians are forced to scatter around the area. Saul (who will become Paul) is going door to door to question people and throw Christians into prison. This is serious stuff. I want you to just imagine what that would be like. We live in a place where we can worship freely but what those new Christians experience isn't too different from many parts of the world today. Just keep that in mind. What's interesting to me is that wherever they go, the believers spread the Gospel. They aren't deterred by their experience in Jerusalem. Rather, the opposite seems to be true. They are bold and tell the story of Jesus wherever they go. Think of your own life. How do you share the story of Jesus? Do you? One more interesting part of the passage is the bit about Simon the sorcerer in Samaria. Sorcery is absolutely forbidden by God because it relies on powers that are not of God. When I speak of sorcery, I'm referring to black magic, the occult, witchcraft, etc. Sometimes, there is no power attached to these things and other times, they definitely have power and it comes from the evil one. So, friends, this is not something you want to mess with at all. Just stay away from it. Sorry, I digress. Simon had become a believer after hearing Philip preach but the Holy Spirit had not yet come to the church in Samaria. When the apostles (Peter and John) come to Samaria and lay hands on the believers, the Holy Spirit comes to them and they receive the power that comes with that. Simon witnesses all of this and he wants it. He offers Peter and John money to receive this power. Of course, they are appalled. They tell him he is wicked and needs to repent. His heart is not right before God. Simon appears to be repentant and we don't hear any more about him. The apostles continue to visit Samaritan villages to spread the Gospel. We will chat some more on Monday. Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Justin Paul Lawrence, Executive Director
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/
Daily Dose of Hope November 27, 2025 Scripture - Acts 7 Prayer: Amazing God, thank you for giving us life in Christ Jesus. This Thanksgiving, we ask you to continue to strengthen us in Jesus Christ, driving roots deep into the soil of who he is, your Son. In the days following this celebration of your awesome provision, may the Holy Spirit well up thankfulness in our hearts to overflowing every day. Thanks be to God through Christ Jesus. Amen Happy Thanksgiving! Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we working through all of chapter 7. This chapter covers the stoning of Stephen, which seems a strange thing to talk about on Thanksgiving. Or, maybe it's not. We'll get to that. If you remember, yesterday, the Jewish leaders were trying to get people to slander Stephen. They were threatened by his wisdom. So, they have him dragged in front of the Sanhedrin. It's there that Stephen gives a long, eloquent history of how God worked through his people, leading up to Jesus. Stephen doesn't mince words. He is pretty clear that the Jewish leadership has persecuted all the prophets who have come before and then persecuted the Messiah to the point of execution. Not surprisingly, the Jewish leaders are offended by his directness and they get really worked up when he looks up at heaven and declares that he sees Jesus standing at the right hand of the Father. Keep in mind, this would have been blasphemy to the strict Jews who sat on the council. There was no real trial, no real discussion. They simply drag Stephen out and start throwing stones. Stephen was the first Christian martyr. This was, of course, a sign of what was to come. But Stephen also offers all Christians a beautiful model of how to live and die, trusting fully and completely in Jesus Christ. This seems pretty foreign to us and for that, we should be thankful. But this is truth: Christians around the world deal with this kind of persecution every single day. We don't think about it much but over 360 million Christians around the world suffer persecution or discrimination for their faith in Jesus Christ. Roughly 5,600 Christians were murdered in 2022, more than 6,000 were detained or imprisoned, and another 4,000-plus were kidnapped. In addition, more than 5,000 churches and other religious facilities were destroyed. Most of us have seen the horrors that Christians in Nigeria are currently experiencing. For other Christians, it means being denied economic opportunities or simply living under the threat of violence. American Christians talk of persecution, but that is what real persecution looks like. It's not being made fun of or worrying about offending someone, it's risking all for Jesus. Every year Open Doors USA releases its World Watch report of the 50 states most likely to punish Christians for their faith. Last year 11 nations were guilty of "extreme persecution." Afghanistan took the top spot this year. It is impossible to live openly as a Christian in Afghanistan. Leaving Islam is considered shameful, and Christian converts face dire consequences if their new faith is discovered. Either they have to flee the country or they will be killed. North Korea is next, as Kim Jung-un wages a war against any foreign influences. Then, we have countries like Somalia, Libya, Saudi Arabia, and Nigeria. On this Thanksgiving Day, let's give thanks for our ability to worship freely without fear of persecution. But let' also give thanks for our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world who are staying faithful no matter what. We pray for their safety, but also their perseverance, resilience, and faithfulness. May we have even but a small amount of their courage and strength. Happy Thanksgiving, my friends. Please know, I am grateful for everyone of you and count you all among my blessings. Pastor Vicki
Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/
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Daily Dose of Hope November 26, 2025 Scripture - Acts 6 Prayer: Almighty God, As we move into our Wednesday, we pray that today will be a day that we see glimpses of your glory. We need you, we yearn for you. Lord, help us set aside our distractions and settle our scattered thoughts so we can focus on you and you alone. In the next few moments of silence, Lord, hear our prayers... In Your Name, Amen. Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we working through all of chapter 6. In Acts 6, we see the choosing of the first deacons to serve the widows from both the Greek and Jewish communities. The apostles felt strongly they needed to keep preaching and teaching but they knew someone needed to be in charge of serving those in need. There was a conflict that had to be dealt with – the Greek Jews felt that their widows weren't being cared for in the same way as the Hebrew Jews when it came to food distribution. It wasn't insurmountable issue at all, but it could certainly create battle lines if not addressed promptly. Stephen is chosen to lead the group who would ensure all of the early believers are fed fairly. This is such a great model for solving a problem in the church. They had an issue, they came together and discussed it civilly, and a solution is chosen. No drama. I should also note this is the first time we see a differentiation in the roles in the church. Deacons are caring for the physical needs of the people. The apostles, serving more like elders, are preaching and teaching. There are many people in one body with many different gifts. It takes all of us for Jesus' church to be effective and fruitful. This will get clearer as the church develops. Later in the chapter, things take a turn for the worse. Stephen is being targeted by the Sanhedrin. They don't like how the Gospel is spreading. I wonder if the Jewish leaders are beginning to feel like things are getting out of control. They see the church growing and they don't have a way to stop it. Stephen is exhibiting extraordinary wisdom. How do you fight against that? Well, you cheat and lie. And that's exactly what they did. They have people say that he is speaking blasphemy against Moses. They are willing to do whatever they need to do to slander Stephen. They are abandoning Torah in favor of keeping political control. More tomorrow. Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Kyle Olson, Technical Director
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/
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Daily Dose of Hope November 25, 2025 Scripture - Acts 5:17-42 Prayer: Holy and Merciful God, Thank you for a new day during this Thanksgiving week. We are so very grateful that your mercies are new every morning. We are thankful for your mercy, grace, and patience with us. Help us, Lord, gather our scattered thoughts and focus on you and your Word. In these next few moments of silence, help us be still and know that you are God...In Your Name, Amen. Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida. We are currently walking through the book of Acts. Today, we are finishing Acts 5. The apostles are witnessing and people are coming to faith in Jesus. They are seeing signs and wonders. Even Peter's shadow falling on people is leading to healing. The Holy Spirit is working in powerful ways to demonstrate God's glory and grow the young church. Healing and deliverance are the norm, not the exception. This really makes the Jewish leaders jealous and worried. Afterall, they want to control their perceived grip on religious power. The apostles are thrown in jail but freed by an angel. They go right back to the Temple courts and witness to the Gospel. When the Jewish leaders question and threaten the apostles, the believers are clear that they are going to follow God over man. Their boldness is amazing. It's clear the Spirit is in them in a powerful way. But what I am always alarmed by is their joy at being suffering disgrace for the Gospel. I mean they are flogged! That's extremely painful. And they praise God for this. This leads to some pretty difficult questions for us. First, when have you suffered disgrace for the Gospel? Second, when have we experienced discomfort for the Gospel? Seriously, what is the worst we have experienced for the Gospel? And finally, if you have experienced disgrace or discomfort, were you filled with joy? I think we tend to go to great lengths to avoid disgrace and discomfort. Why? Blessings, Pastor Vicki
Kelly Day, Director of Coffee Break Bible Study
Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/
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Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023). Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/