Podcasts about discerning

Kris McGregor reflects on St. Hildegard of Bingen's counsel to St. Elisabeth of Schönau on spiritual gifts, temptation, Benedictine listening, false humility, fear, and learning to recognize where God is leading. The post You Are the Trumpet – St. Hildegard on Spiritual Gifts and Discernment | The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Kris McGregor reflects with St. Bernard of Clairvaux on Our Lady of Sorrows and how the Blessed Mother helps us carry loss, longing, and sorrow while remaining open to God. The post Our Lady of Sorrows – When Love Encounters Loss | The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Scripture Reading: Hosea 7 Sermon Outline I. Take Heed and Beware to be Discerning, v 5-6 II. Take Heed and Beware to be Focused on the Right Things, v 7-11 III. Take Heed and Beware of False Doctrine, v 12

Traducción espontanea de "Discerning the true sentiments of the soul, the revised end enlarged edition of the booklet gaudiya Vaisnavism versus sahajiyaism discourses by Sri Srimad Bhaktivefdanta Goswami Maharaj ," discernir los verdaderos sentimientos del alma, la edición revisada y ampliada del folleto el vaisnavismo gaudiya versus el sahajiyaismo discursos de  Sri Srimad Bhaktivefdanta Goswami Maharaj" 

Kris McGregor reflects on St. Bernard of Clairvaux's stages of contemplation and how standing firmly on Christ, honest self-knowledge, and trust in God's goodness help us discern his will. The post Standing on the Rock – St. Bernard of Clairvaux on the Stages of Contemplation | The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

In this message, Pastor Michael Brodeur takes us through 1 Corinthians 11–12, challenging us to move from a “me” mentality to a “we” mentality as the body of Christ. Through communion, spiritual gifts, and community, we're reminded that we were created to live connected to one another and that God's Spirit works powerfully through a unified, diverse church.

Francis is a Vietnamese-American Catholic experiencing same-sex attraction and an extremely thoughtful friend! He joined us to share about his experiences with: family conversations and coming out, discerning the priesthood, pursuing celibacy, finding support through Eden Invitation, and the creative possibilities of celibacy and rootedness. We appreciated this conversation and hope it speaks to you as well!Note: This episode uses the terms “Side A” and “Side B” (and X, Y) as shorthand quite a bit. If you're new to the conversation, you might find it helpful to check out episode #3, where we talk through the four “sides”: ⁠#3 - A-B-Y-X | 4 Sides on SSA/Gay Sexuality⁠—★ Timestamps(00:00) #87 - Discerning the Priesthood as a Vietnamese Catholic: Francis's Story(00:16) The son of two Catholic, Vietnamese immigrants(03:37) Same-sex attraction and words in Vietnamese Catholic communities(16:34) Coming out to parents to be a “safe space” in college(23:28) My mom wanted to support me despite her theological beliefs(33:44) Processing celibacy, stability, and intimacy in relationship(40:55) Discerning seminary and a call to priesthood: Was sexuality a factor?(58:21) The gifts of same-sex attraction—★ Send us feedback, questions, comments, support || Email: communionandshalom@gmail.com | Instagram: @newkinship | Substack: @newkinship—★ Credits || Creators and Hosts: David Frank, TJ Espinoza, Tyler Parker | Audio Engineer: Carl Swenson | Podcast Manager: Elena F. ★ Get full access to New Kinship at newkinship.substack.com/subscribe

You're not alone if you've ever wondered whether God can actually speak to you. Or if you've been anxious because it seems like you can't hear Him.Pastor Jonathan speaks to the heart of that struggle and reminds us that sometimes the problem isn't that God's not speaking. Or even that we're not listening. But sometimes His voice is drowned out by other voices, pressures, and even well-meaning clichés. But even in that, God can speak to us.As he explains the temptation of Jesus, you'll understand why knowing, loving, and following what God has said is the best way to hear His voice amid the constant noise.Scriptures ReferencedDeuteronomy 6 & 8; Psalm 91:11-13; Matthew 4:1-11; 27:40; Luke 4:13; 12:38; John 14:26; 1 Corinthians 7:9, 10:12-14; 2 Corinthians 1:8-9; 2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:12; James 1:2-4; 1 Peter 5:8; Revelation 22:17Key InsightsThe Holy Spirit will not lead us in opposition to the words God has breathed out for us.Real discernment starts by prioritizing Scripture over feelings or spiritual trends.Even sincere believers can miss God's voice by seeking experiences instead of engaging His Word.The enemy often tempts with half-truths, especially when we're tired, distracted, or suffering.Jesus modeled resisting lies by anchoring decisions in what God already said.Catchphrase: Christianity Culture can't give us the long-term sustenance that comes from the truth of God's Word.Key Sections00:00:00 - Welcome and AnnouncementsPastor Jonathan shares opportunities to serve in children's and tech ministry, upcoming baby dedications, baptism signups, and then transitions the community with a prayer rooted in the value of God's word.00:02:16 - Our Deep NeedIt's easy to become discouraged when it seems like God is silent. Pastor Jonathan speaks to the underlying need and the real challenge at hand.00:04:31 - Roots of DoubtWanting signs and feelings might make us feel disappointed in our faith, similar to the Pharisees during Jesus's time. Simple spiritual phrases can cover up our need for real connection with God's Word.00:07:33 - Grounded in ScriptureEven the most persistent believers get distracted or overwhelmed by life. Making time for prayer and Bible reading is the key way we tune into God's voice and clarify what's truly from Him in a world full of conflicting opinions and temptations.00:10:29 - Battling Temptation with TruthPastor Jonathan explains how the enemy distorts our desires and the Bible. He shows this through Jesus's temptation in Matthew 4. It is important to test what we hear, feel, and even what others say spiritually against the complete message of God's Word, not against culture or emotions.00:18:33 - Trusting Through TrialsChristian culture catchphrases and partial truths about God's wishes can confuse us, especially when we face pain. True peace and patience come from studying the Bible with others and seeing challenges as meaningful.00:28:08 - Satisfied in GodJesus's life and sacrifice teach us that true joy and success come from putting God first. It's not about seeking rewards without sacrifices or taking easy routes. We are called to open our hearts, especially when we feel dry, trapped, or spiritually confused.https://springhouse.captivate.fm/episode/discerning-his-voice-by-knowing-his-wordSubscribe & Follow the PodcastDownload our appOur WebsiteOnline Tithes & OfferingsJoin our LivestreamGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 11:00 AMWednesdays, 6:00 PMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421CCLI License 2070006

The followers of Christ must be discerning, making sure they are doers of His Word.

Kris McGregor reflects on St. Teresa of Calcutta's last letter, Mary's loving trust and surrender, the thirst of Jesus, and St. Thérèse's Little Way in The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart. The post Only All for Jesus Through Mary – St. Teresa of Calcutta | The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Pastor Bobby Schuller teaches on the charismatic gifts of the Holy Spirit, showing that God gives supernatural wisdom, knowledge, and spiritual insight to ordinary believers as tools for building God's kingdom. Be encouraged that the gifts of the same Holy Spirit who empowered the early church are available to you, with today's message: "Supernatural Wisdom, Knowledge, and Discerning of Spirits."

Kris McGregor introduces The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart, a Catholic reflection series offering practical help for recognizing God's grace, discerning his guidance, and drawing wisdom from Scripture, the saints, and the great spiritual masters of the Church. The post A Great Cloud of Witnesses – The Spiritual Journey for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The Henry and Lisa Manoucheri Parsha Shiur Parshiyos Nitzavim & VaYeilech  Discerning Our True Heart

Cher shares a personal, faith-centered reflection on stewardship as a daily calling, with a focus on the home, family, and the ordinary things that shape a life. The episode argues that order matters more than hustle or cultural pressure, and that what God has placed in your hands should be managed with intention and joy. In this episode, Cher explains why she sees home management as a spiritual responsibility, how culture can distort priorities, and why keeping the main things first brings peace instead of chaos. Key topics Cher defines stewardship as a day-to-day calling, not a one-time achievement or a pursuit of perfection. She frames home as a real domain of stewardship, alongside roles like wife, mother, homeschooler, creator, and friend. Cher emphasizes that God is a God of order, and that chaos in one area often spills into other areas of life. She shares how becoming a wife and mother shifted her priorities and required her to rethink what belongs at the center of her life. Cher pushes back on cultural messaging that tells women to despise home life or place identity, hustle, or self-expression above family responsibilities. She uses nutrition as an analogy, comparing whole, ordered choices to “quick” options that create hidden burdens. Cher warns that discontentment grows when we focus on what we think we lost instead of what God has actually given us. She points to Proverbs 14:1 as a key scriptural lens: a wise woman builds her home, while folly tears it down. Cher says building a business, platform, or personal brand cannot come at the expense of marriage, parenting, or the care of the home. She closes with encouragement to obey what God has given each person to manage, trusting that peace follows obedience. Download the free guide: https://styleandstewardship.com/guide Timestamps 00:00 - Culture pulls your attention away from home 00:30 - Stewardship as a daily calling 00:50 - God blesses order, not chaos 01:38 - The Steward on Purpose Workbook and what's in your hands 02:27 - Cher's roles: wife, mother, homeschooler, creator, friend 03:31 - Stewarding home as a God-given responsibility 04:13 - Learning to be a wife through discipleship and grace 05:25 - Creativity, work, and using gifts in season 06:37 - New roles shift what belongs at the center 07:27 - Why old callings move to the periphery 08:17 - Order in creation and the danger of cultural pressure 09:06 - Why balance is less important than first things first 10:13 - The nutrition analogy: quick fixes versus what is good 11:28 - Why convenience often adds hidden burdens 12:46 - Exchanging good things for fast things 13:36 - Guarding against distraction and discontentment 14:47 - The enemy's goal: get your eyes outside your home 15:39 - Every home and household looks different 16:26 - Proverbs 14:1 and building instead of tearing down 17:12 - Business growth cannot outrank marriage and family 18:27 - Discerning what cultural messages point you toward 18:44 - Eve, temptation, and questioning God's goodness 19:54 - Refusing the side road culture wants you to take 20:19 - Stewardship as an ordered structure, not an opinion 20:53 - What you consume shapes your spiritual home 21:43 - Keeping first things first to hear from God clearly 22:31 - Obedience brings peace 23:43 - Culture changes, but God does not 24:10 - An invitation to review, share, and steward well   A wise woman builds her home.  Managing what matters most. What will you Steward well?

Host: Steve Macchia, Guest: Matt Scott "Our life would be so different—and our churches and marriages and families and communities would be so different—if we remembered our Creator and delighted in everything that he has created." – Steve Macchia What if the truest version of ourselves isn't something we have to create, perfect, or promote—but something we learn to receive? In the opening episode of Season 41, Discerning the Self, Steve Macchia and Matt Scott explore what it means to understand ourselves in light of the God who created us. Drawing from Augustine, Calvin, Genesis, and the biblical language of being made in God's image, they consider the profound connection between knowing God and knowing ourselves. In a world that constantly invites us to self-promote, self-improve, achieve, and prove our worth, Steve and Matt invite us to a different way of living: slowing down, receiving our identity as God's beloved creation, and learning to delight in the unique gift of who we are—and who others are. Before there was correction, there was delight. Before striving, there was belovedness. This conversation invites us to move from treating ourselves as perpetual self-improvement projects toward receiving ourselves as the unique, fearfully and wonderfully made people God delights in. And from that place of being, we can become more fruitful in doing what God has called us to do. Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com and www.ruleoflife.com and www.healthychurch.net.  

You asked. He answered. Father Martins weighs in on the Lindsay Clancy case, and how he distinguishes the voice of God from the voice of the enemy. We also bring you some fascinating history with King Louise IX and Father finally talks about his favorite Hockey player of all time...Thank you to our sponsorsReady to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to dosedaily.co/EXFILES or enter EXFILES to get 35% off your first subscription.Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to ollie.com/exfiles and use code exfiles to get 70% off your first box!The Born Again Identity- Find out who you are in Christ. Watch and Listen hereUpgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/EXFILES and use the code EXFILES to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.”Support the Show by Signing Up For The Vaultexorcistfiles.supercast.com- Support the show and get it AD FREE HERETimestamps0:0001:00:08 | Opening Reflection & Call to Prayer01:00:58 | Welcome & Season 3 Announcement01:03:12 | The Lindsay Clancy Tragedy & Demonic Discernment01:08:32 | How God Communicates & Discerning the Voice of the Lord01:14:06 | St. Ignatius Loyola's Three Modes of Discernment01:21:54 | Approaching God with Childlike Petition vs. Demands01:23:21 | God Speaking Through Scripture, Books, & Movies01:28:03 | Feast of King Louis IX: Monarch as Servant01:35:25 | Vault Question: House Guests & Spiritual Concerns01:37:39 | Burial, Cremation, & Relics of the Saints01:40:00 | Overcoming Regret, God's Plan, & the Brokenness of Peter01:44:53 | NHL Legends, Wendel Clark, & Jeremy Roenick01:49:18 | Wrap-Up & Prayer Request for HenrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Like some of you, I grew up in a day when there were only 3 major television networks to watch on public airwaves.  They were ABC, CBS, & NBC.  In those “early days”, there was also a popular TV Game Show, that eventually aired on all three networks.  It was called “TO TELL THE TRUTH”.  It first aired from 1956-1968 and most recently ran from 2016-2022 with a few other revamps and restarts in between. The premise of the show is there are three contestants claiming to be a person with an unusual distinction or occupation. One is telling the truth, and the other two are counterfeit. Four celebrity panelists ask them questions trying to discern the truth. Living in our day, filled with fake news and AI generated images, much feels counterfeit.  Discerning what is real and what is truth can be challenging.  Though we may feel we're the first generation to face this challenge, we are not.  In fact, for thousands of years, Christ followers have faced this great challenge of separating satanic counterfeits from GOD's Truth! That is the primary reason the Apostle John wrote, what we call, his 2nd Epistle (letter).  And John's HOLY SPIRIT inspired words still provide clear directions for discerning GOD's Truth in our day.  This week we let the Apostle John guide us into discerning real Truth! Pastor Joe Still _______________________________ Connect with us: Website: http://www.riverbluff.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverbluffChurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverbluffchs/ How can we pray for you? http://www.riverbluff.org/help/prayer-request Give to the Kingdom work of Riverbluff Church: http://www.riverbluff.org/give

Join us September 10-11 for the Advancing the Church Equip Conference!Contact us. We'd love to serve youGive financially to support the work of helping pastors thriveWrite a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify(02:09) Setting up the conversation—1 Thessalonians 5:14 and Categories in the Church(04:00) Metaphor: Buckets with Holes vs. Buckets with Solid Bottoms(07:19) Identifying the Weak, Faint‑Hearted, and Idle(09:01) Dangers of Ignoring or Being Consumed by Weak Sheep(11:16) When Investment Bears Fruit vs. Feels Wasted(14:21) Admonish, Encourage, Help – Three Pastoral Approaches(18:27) Setting Boundaries and Bringing Others into Care(21:50) Non‑Compliance, Coddling, and Loving Admonishment(25:08) Life‑Giving vs. Life‑Draining Meetings for Pastors(29:00) Distinguishing Truly Weak from Resistant and Bitter(31:24) Final Exhortations, Two Quotes from Mentors, and Closing Prayer

Join us September 10-11 for the Advancing the Church Equip Conference!Contact us. We'd love to serve youGive financially to support the work of helping pastors thriveWrite a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify(02:09) Setting up the conversation—1 Thessalonians 5:14 and Categories in the Church(04:00) Metaphor: Buckets with Holes vs. Buckets with Solid Bottoms(07:19) Identifying the Weak, Faint‑Hearted, and Idle(09:01) Dangers of Ignoring or Being Consumed by Weak Sheep(11:16) When Investment Bears Fruit vs. Feels Wasted(14:21) Admonish, Encourage, Help – Three Pastoral Approaches(18:27) Setting Boundaries and Bringing Others into Care(21:50) Non‑Compliance, Coddling, and Loving Admonishment(25:08) Life‑Giving vs. Life‑Draining Meetings for Pastors(29:00) Distinguishing Truly Weak from Resistant and Bitter(31:24) Final Exhortations, Two Quotes from Mentors, and Closing Prayer

In this raw, honest conversation, I sit down with relationship coach Lewis Huckstep to unpack why even the most successful, driven people struggle most in their relationships covering vulnerability, triggers, self-sabotage, attachment styles, neurodivergence in relationships, and why so much therapy treats symptoms instead of root causes. If you've got it together everywhere except your relationships, this one's for you.0:00 Introduction: why overachievers struggle in relationships0:19 Why relationships are the closest mirrors to your unhealed parts2:06 Why vulnerability is harder in relationships than in business2:49 What healthy vulnerability actually looks like5:07 Past hurt creates future fear5:43 The ARRI framework for working through triggers10:06 Can people perform vulnerability?15:34 Self-sabotage vs. self-protection16:38 The 3-part framework for a healthy relationship18:50 Discerning triggers from true misalignment23:57 Signs someone needs deeper shadow work30:42 Neurodivergence, excuses, and real struggles in relationships40:04 Handling shutdown phases without feeling abandoned48:31 Attachment styles and how long healing really takes49:09 Why most therapy treats symptoms, not root causes53:31 Closing thoughtsMessage from the host: Hi, I'm Naila Nazer. I started the Untempered Podcast because I wanted a space where we can talk openly about mental health, healing from trauma, life after toxic relationships, and the messy, beautiful process of self growth. -#RelationshipAdvice #Vulnerability #ShadowWork #AttachmentStyles #SelfSabotage #Healing #PersonalGrowth #Neurodivergent #MentalHealth #RelationshipCoach #TraumaHealing #Podcast

Pastor Jordan Boyce is preaching on Discerning Right Decisions.

Today we will be studying in the book of Philippians(SUNDAY 08/30/18) Today's sermon will be looking at Philippians 1:9-11 How Can We live a Life that Glorifies God? Discerning Love Manifest"

Investor and businessman John Kim has studied AI extensively. As a Christian he has prayed about AI extensively. What role if any does AI play in the future of the Church?In our first of episode addressing the topic, Ryan interviews John Kim, a prominent New York businessman who shares what he thinks the future is going to look like as Christians grapple with a technology that is changing the foundations of how we work and create.00:00 Cold Open: The Stomach Growl 00:20 Welcome & Meet John Kim 01:31 The Catholic Icebreaker04:54 MIT Testimony: When God Rewired My Brain 10:03 Ask for Wisdom, Not Just the Outcome 13:12 Discerning God Voice in Business Decisions 17:33 AI as a Tool: Where Christians Fit 25:41 Is There a Christian Edge Against AI? 28:47 Human Presence: What Stays Scarce30:17 Mozart, Salieri, and the AI Gospel Hit -- AD BREAK 2: Casper + Mars Men 41:20 Elvis,Math, and the Robot Golfer 46:02 Creative Destruction and the Christian Advantage 55:16 Spain,Contentment, and the Tesla Bet 66:25 Stewardship, Prosperity Gospel, and Raising Samuel Right 84:22 Scheduled Divine Boredom and Hearing God's Voice 91:44 The Stomach-Growl House Negotiation 96:48 Mammon, Power, and the Loneliness of Wealth 103:06 AI, End Times, and the Tower of Babel 108:23 - Proving you're not an avatarThank You To Our Sponsors!Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/EXFILES.Get 15% off OneSkin with the code EXFILES at https://oneskin.co/exfilesRight now save up to 30% on mattresses and up to 35% on everything else when you go to Casper.com. https://Casper.com.For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at Mengotomars.com.Join Exodus90 for their St. Michael's Lent Challenge starting August 12th. Go to https://Exodus90.com/exfiles for a free trial.Sign up for the Vault to support the show and get access to the dramatic episodes a day early! https://Exorcistfiles.supercast.comFollow us on IG at https://instragram.com/exorcistfiles and https://www.instagram.com/TheBetheaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the Zone is an in-depth question-and-answer session about a wide range of scriptural topics.In The Zone | June 2026 | Part 2• Am I responsible for how others perceive me?• Compassion, empathy, and co-dependence • Is my creativity productive?• Why is the Christian path easier than the path of the Torah?• True apologies • David eating the set-apart bread (1 Sam 21:1-6)• How to do Shabbat on a cruise• Were Moses' brother and sister racists? (Numbers 12)• Why didn't Elohim forgive these people? (Numbers 14:40)• Are we required to tithe garden produce?• Calming the storm in you • Saying the words without truly meaning them• Discerning between Yahweh and ourselves • Am I using wisdom in these situations?• The method doesn't matter; only that they killed Him• I feel guilty for haggling • Is there any truth to NDEs (near-death experiences)?• Taking a loan from your 2nd tithe?• Can I play with my children on Shabbat?• Is day-trading like gambling, which is wrong? Listen to In The Zone | June 2026 | Part 1Subscribe to be notified of new content each week.Learn more about MTOI:https://mtoi.orgThe MTOI App https://mtoi.org/download-the-mtoi-appFollow MTOI:https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwide https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@mtoi_worldwide Contact MTOI: 

AMDG. Today we welcome Dr. Tim Collins to the Kolbecast. Dr. Collins is the president at Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio –  a Newman Guide school. We get to hear a bit about Dr. Collins's background, what great things are happening at Walsh University, and what makes it unique among the Newman Guide colleges. Dr. Collins also shares his experience and wisdom in discernment and how we can always be in communication with God for guidance, especially for those big questions and decisions.  Links mentioned & relevant:  Walsh University, one of Kolbe Academy's college partners  CatholicHigherEd.com, a tool for families by Dr. Collins  Let the Fire Fall by Fr. Michael Scanlon  The Brothers of Christian Instruction  Related Kolbecast episodes:  265 Chosen to Be a Saint: Commencement 2025 featuring Dr. Collins as keynote speaker  183 Gratuitous Gifts: Charisms with Sherry Weddell  84 The Essence of Catholic Education and 157 Renewal, Revival, Variety, and Unity with Patrick Reilly of The Cardinal Newman Society  123 A Change of the Ages and 224 Forming Apostolic Hearts with Msgr. James Shea  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Episode 6 – Know your Weapons pt. 1 – A Manual for Spiritual Warfare with Dr. Paul Thigpen, Ph.D In this episode of Put on the Armor: A Manual for Spiritual Warfare, Kris McGregor and Dr. Paul Thigpen begin a rich discussion on one of the most hopeful themes in the spiritual life: the weapons ... Read more The post POA6 – Know your Weapons pt. 1 – Put On The Armor – A Manual for Spiritual Warfare w/Dr. Paul Thigpen Ph.D. – Discerning Hears Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

As students return to school, some can't help dreading their assigned books. Even good readers in good schools will feel burdened by reading classic novels. So how can we remind ourselves and others that we're not made to read as a duty to adults, but made for reading as part of our joy in Christ? Katherine Briggs, author of The Threshold Duology and part of the upcoming Classics Rebooted series, will teach us how fantasy fans can learn to love timeless classic fiction.[1. Photo by Iñaki del Olmo on Unsplash.] Episode sponsors Enclave Publishing: Winter's Dawn by Morgan L. Busse Realm Makers fundraiser for ongoing defamation lawsuit The Talismiths: The Secret Saboteur by M. L. Hodder King Justice: The Legend Begins by Evelyn M. Exley Mission update New at Lorehaven: new review of Winter's Dawn Subscribe free to get updates and join the Lorehaven Guild Backstory: Katherine Briggs Katherine Briggs crafted her first monster story at age three. Since graduating from crayons to laptop, she continues to devour and weave fantasy tales while enjoying oolong or chai tea. She, her coadventurer husband, and rescue dog reside outside Houston, where she classically educates amazing middle school students, teaches ESL to adults, and studies other languages. Katherine is the author of The Eternity Gate and The Immortal Abyss from Enclave Publishing as well as Hunting the Forgotten Planet in Volume II of the upcoming Classics Rebooted collection. 1. How to learn the dutiful joy of reading How Katherine found biblical truth and fantastical imagination. Career choice to become a classical educator and a novelist. Reviewing any differences between “literary” and “genre” fiction. Discerning definitions of “dutiful” versus “joyful” reading of books. This dutiful joy is unique to reading, starting with Scripture itself. 2. Tips to help anyone read more deeply We can say that yes, reading books gives greater joy than screens. Alas, attention spans are hard to practice for more complex books. On this podcast we often hear guests tribute read-aloud parents. Start small with abridged/illustrated versions, but don't end there. Practice hard habits of digital device limitation, except audiobooks. The Kickstarter for Classics Rebooted begins in September 2026. 3. Enjoy ‘remixes' like Classics Rebooted This new series retells literary classics in YA sci-fi settings. More about Katherine's story in Volume II of this collection. And more about every other author who's contributed to this. Support the Kickstarter fundraiser that begins in September! More about the future for Katherine and her own fantasy creations. Com station Top question for listeners Which classic story would you like to read rebooted? Next on Fantastical Truth Last summer the new He-Man movie kind of failed at theaters. Stephen enjoyed the film! Others did not care so much, especially if they didn't grow up in the 1980s. But then last month, Masters of the Universe wielded the power of Grayskull to rule streaming media. And no matter your age, big franchises from forty years ago have shaped the fantasy worlds we know today. How can Christians look back on this era with discernment and appreciation for good nostalgia?

Family life is full of competing needs, responsibilities, and relationships. And sometimes there isn't one obvious "right" answer. Summary In this listener questions episode, Mike, Alicia, and Katie tackle some of the complicated situations real families are facing: What should a mom do when her teenage son starts turning to Dad instead of her? How do you discern where your family should live? Should you move if your spouse is unhappy but your children are thriving? How do you honor your parents while putting your spouse first? They also discuss life with a large family in a small house, sibling bickering, extracurriculars, protecting family dinners, and caring for aging parents from far away. Through all of these questions runs one important truth: you can't eliminate every tension or make everyone happy. The goal is to discern what God is asking of you, protect the unity of your marriage, and confidently lead the family He has entrusted to you. **In this episode:** Connecting with teenage sons as their relationship with Dad changes * Discerning where God is calling your family to live * Balancing the needs of your spouse and children * "Leaving and cleaving" while still honoring your parents * Making small spaces work for large families * Handling sibling bickering and extracurricular overload * Protecting family time in the middle of sports and activities * Loving and caring for aging parents from a distance For more information on this and other topics visit: https://www.messyfamilyproject.org/

1 Thessalonians 5:19-22 | August 23, 2026 | Hanley Liu

In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. V sits down with Jill Schulman, former United States Marine Corps officer, positive psychology researcher trained at the University of Pennsylvania under Martin Seligman, and globally recognized keynote speaker on the science of bravery. Jill shares her remarkable journey from a small town in Minnesota to the Marine Corps, how she discovered bravery as her life's work, and the evidence-based framework she now teaches leaders and organizations around the world. This conversation dives deep into the psychology of fear, why avoidance destroys potential, how action actually creates confidence (not the other way around), and why the next generation needs more discomfort, not less.   In this episode, we cover: The Five to Thrive rapid-fire game show segment Jill's origin story: from small-town Minnesota to the United States Marine Corps How studying positive psychology at Penn led to her focus on bravery The Marine Corps lesson: act when you have 70% of the information, not 100% Why bravery is a trainable skill just like building strength in the gym Discerning between fears you should listen to and fears you should move toward The hidden cost of experiential avoidance (and its link to anxiety and depression) The Navy SEAL confidence course story and why action precedes confidence Discipline vs. motivation and why you should never "press snooze" Marcus Buckingham's "red threads" and how to follow what lights you up How fear shows up in business: difficult conversations and safe goal-setting Why young people need to feel fear more, not less (the biosphere palm tree analogy) What leaders must do: set high expectations and support people to rise Jill is offering a free audiobook to listeners. Just send her a message on LinkedIn or Instagram and her team will send you the link. You can also learn more about her keynote speaking and work at jillschulman.com. If this episode lit a fire in you, share it with someone who's been waiting for permission to be brave, and don't forget to subscribe to the Thrive State Podcast for more conversations that help you thrive. Follow Doctor V https://instagram.com/doctorvmd Get the #1 bestselling book Thrive State https://thrivestatebook.com Download the FREE Longevity & Human Potential Starter Guide https://thrivestatestarter.com Join the Thrive State Membership https://mythrivestate.com/join Learn more about Jhourney retreats: www.jhourney.io  

Angel teaches from Luke 14, John 6, and 1 Corinthians about Jesus as the Bread of Life and the real spiritual significance of communion. This message calls us to stop treating what is holy as common, stop striving for what only Jesus can provide, and receive the life, presence, and fellowship available in Him.HIGHLIGHTS0:00 - The Invitation to the Great Banquet3:57 - Growing Up Around a Crowded Table5:59 - Wait for the Host6:42 - The Guest of Honor Is Already Here8:04 - His Presence Is Not a Bonus9:49 - What the Early Church Believed10:34 - Teach Us How to Pray11:09 - Give Us Our Daily Bread13:04 - The Supreme Substance of Bread15:42 - Jesus, the Bread of Life17:30 - The Last Supper18:06 - Participation in Christ18:42 - Discerning the Body20:39 - The Devotion of the Early Church22:22 - Manna in the Wilderness24:26 - What Heaven Calls Precious25:35 - The Story of Tarsicius28:15 - His Body Was Broken for You31:08 - You Want the Bread, But Do You Want Jesus?32:29 - Abiding in Christ33:53 - How Welch's Became Communion Juice34:54 - A Hard Teaching35:31 - Christianity Is Accessed by Faith37:21 - What Communion Means38:21 - John Wesley's Communion Controversy40:25 - When Communion Hurts Instead of Heals41:52 - The Cup of the Lord43:27 - Stop Collecting Manna44:35 - Are You Tired? Come and Eat46:06 - Is There Life in You?49:15 - The Marriage Supper of the Lamb50:34 - We Will Eat With Our LordSCRIPTURES REFERENCEDLuke 14:15-24 - The parable of the great banquetEphesians 1:17-20 - A prayer for wisdom, revelation, and enlightened heartsLuke 11:1-4; Matthew 6:9-13 - "Give us each day our daily bread"John 6:1-15, 47-69 - Jesus, the Bread of LifeLuke 22:14-20 - Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper1 Corinthians 10:16-22 - Participation in Christ and one body1 Corinthians 11:27-32 - Discerning the bodyActs 2:42 - Devotion to teaching, fellowship, prayer, and breaking breadExodus 16 - Manna in the wilderness1 Corinthians 15:14-19 - If Christ has not been raised, faith is futileHebrews 12:24 - The blood of Jesus speaks a better wordIsaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24 - By His wounds we are healedRevelation 19:6-9 - The marriage supper of the LambPlan Your Visit to SALT Church:https://www.saltchurches.com/Ways to Support the Ministry:https://www.saltchurches.com/givingSubscribe:https://www.instagram.com/saltchurches/Subscribe @saltchurchNC Connect with Parker + Jessi Green:Instagram Parker / https://www.instagram.com/parkerrichardgreen/Instagram Jessi /https://www.instagram.com/jessi.green/Websites https://www.saltchurches.com/https://www.jessi-green.com/https://www.saturateglobal.com/#prayer #bible #biblestudy #saltchurch #revival #parkergreen #jessigreen

In this heartfelt episode, Amy sits down with Grace and Eric Morrison to explore the beauty of family life rooted in faith, intentionality, and trust in God's plan. They share their journey through marriage, raising six biological children, adopting their youngest daughter from Ukraine, and nurturing a home where prayer, service, and joy were woven into everyday life.They reflect on practical rhythms that kept their family united like family dinner and the rosary, celebrating feast days, welcoming priests into their home, and making faith feel natural and joyful rather than pressured. The conversation also dives into homeschooling, discerning vocations, and the delicate balance of supporting children while remaining open to the unique path God may call each one to follow.You can connect with Grace here https://www.gracemorrisoncoaching.com/

[Link to Pastor Peter's Sermon Notes] In this inspiring episode, Pastor Peter declares that we have entered a "season of the nearness of the Lord," a timely message coinciding with the 299th anniversary of the Moravian Pentecost and its legacy of spiritual renewal. Grounded in 1 Peter 2:1-5, the sermon challenges believers to put away malice and hypocrisy, longing instead for the "pure spiritual milk" of the Word to grow into the fullness of their salvation. Pastor Peter explains that as we come to Jesus—the living stone chosen by God—we are transformed from isolated "piles of rocks" into living stones built together into a spiritual house and a holy priesthood. By emphasizing the importance of connecting with and mentoring the younger generation for future strength, he encourages the church to move from "mourning" into a new "morning" of joy, keeping their "cowboy boots on" to stand firm in their faith as salt and light. Ultimately, this message serves as a corporate recommissioning to prioritize the presence of Christ, reminding us that because "greater is he that is in me than he that is in the world" (Mark 16:15), we can confidently offer spiritual sacrifices and experience a powerful move of God that brings supernatural fruit to our region.

“Discerning and Testing" is a stand-alone sermon from 1 John 4:1-6. This sermon was preached by Elder Allen Cohen on Sunday, August 16th, 2026, during the Covenant Renewal Worship Service at Cross & Crown Church in Warrenton, Virginia. Learn more about our church and mission at www.crosscrownchurch.com.

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.  —Romans 12:2, ESV

Pastor Ryan continues the sermon series titled "Discerning the Times" as he preaches a message titled "The Truth Shall Make You Free" during this Sunday morning service.

Pastor Ryan continues the new sermon series titled "Discerning the Times" as he preaches a message titled "The Snares of the Enemies" during this Sunday evening service.

Cleveland Browns safety Daniel Thomas joins the show with Matt Forte to talk about faith, football and impacting the community for Christ. TOPICS: (01:36) - Being Drafted in 2020 Covid(03:34) - Playing football in empty stadiums in 2020(06:30) - Finding identy and purpose beyond football(12:01) - How Auburn shaped his journey(15:20) - Having godly friends(18:02) - Cleveland for Christ(23:23) - Favorite on the field football moment(27:47) - Discerning the Lord's voice(32:55) - Posting devotional content on Instagram(35:28) - Who is Jesus to Daniel Thomas today?Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/

Grab the Guide ... FREE! If you've spent years thinking the problem with planning is you — too scattered, too inconsistent, not disciplined enough — this guide is FOR YOU! Visit https://takecontroladhd.com/planwithadhd and get started today!--- We're on summer break, so this week is a Revisit: a favorite conversation pulled back out of the archive. In this one, Pete and Nikki put on their detective hats to break down an ADHD challenge.The idea is simple. "I can't focus" or "I can't follow through" is too big and vague to solve, so the episode is about investigating what's actually getting in your way and finding the specific roadblock underneath. There's a memorable South Park metaphor involved, plus a practical, low-pressure approach to trying one strategy at a time and keeping track of what works. An encouraging, useful listen, whether it's your first time or a return trip.Links & NotesDr. Dodge Rea's podcast, The Change Paradox, on TruStory FM — and Nikki's guest appearance, Nikki Kinzer and The ADHD Paradox.How to ADHD with Jessica McCabe — the channel behind the motivation video that sparked this conversation (YouTube).Come join the ADHD Discord community.Support the show on Patreon.Tools mentioned in the episode: OmniFocus, OmniGraffle, MindNode, Todoist, and Day One.South Park's "Gnomes" — the origin of the underpants gnomes. (00:00) - Welcome to The ADHD Podcast (02:20) - Check out Nikki on The Change Paradox (03:48) - Skunkface (08:19) - Listener Question: Striking out as an Entrepreneur? (15:28) - Breaking Down an ADHD Challenge (23:38) - Underpants Gnomes (28:36) - Discerning the "Why" ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I'd love to hear from you! Take this podcast survey for your chance to win a $100 West Coast Catholic gift card. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with me! xx, MariThis week's episode is a re-run from 2024 with Trey! We sat down for a late-night Q&A and ended up talking about everything from discerning marriage and navigating the early years together to prayer, chastity, NFP, and infertility. There are definitely some fun questions in here too, so I hope you enjoy listening!------Episode SponsorsCrunchi - crunchi.com/mariwagnerWest Coast Catholic - westcoastcatholic.co------Follow Along:Ever Be Podcast InstagramMari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram

The walk of life, why is it so hard to learn?

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Tuesday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I ... Read more The post Tuesday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Sunday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I ... Read more The post Sunday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

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Could the breakthrough you've been praying for begin with slowing down? This week's Walk It Out Wednesday dives deeper into Bishop T.D. Jakes' message “Discerning the Right Moment,” exploring how distraction, tradition, and busyness can keep us from recognizing God's voice. The story of Mary and Martha reveals how your moment is found at Jesus' feet — not in your striving. Whether you're seeking direction, navigating a busy season, or longing to hear God more clearly, this conversation offers practical wisdom to help you discern His voice, embrace His timing, and walk confidently into the moments He has prepared for you. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Discerning the Right Moment” Scripture: Luke 10:38–42 (KJV) Speaker: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Val Date: July 29, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Could the breakthrough you've been praying for begin with slowing down? This week's Walk It Out Wednesday dives deeper into Bishop T.D. Jakes' message “Discerning the Right Moment,” exploring how distraction, tradition, and busyness can keep us from recognizing God's voice. The story of Mary and Martha reveals how your moment is found at Jesus' feet — not in your striving. Whether you're seeking direction, navigating a busy season, or longing to hear God more clearly, this conversation offers practical wisdom to help you discern His voice, embrace His timing, and walk confidently into the moments He has prepared for you. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Discerning the Right Moment” Scripture: Luke 10:38–42 (KJV) Speaker: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Val Date: July 29, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What if this is the moment that changes everything? In “Discerning the Right Moment,” Bishop T.D. Jakes challenges us to stop allowing busyness, worry, and striving to distract us from what God is doing in our midst. Through the story of Mary and Martha, he shows that breakthrough isn'tfound in doing more — it's found in drawing near to Jesus and discerning the moment He has set before you. Don't miss your moment. Make room for His presence, turn your attention toward Him, and discover what can happen when you lay down the weight you've been carrying. What begins as a message on spiritual discernment becomes a powerful invitation to healing, freedom, and renewed peace in the presence of God. Message: “Discerning the Right Moment” Scripture: Luke 10:23-24, 10:38-42 (KJV) Speaker: Bishop T.D. Jakes Date: July 26, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.