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Can anxiety make you a better athlete? In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Grant Parr, Mental Performance Coach and Founder of Game Face Performance. Together, they explore the powerful connection between anxiety, performance, confidence, and mental resilience in sports—and why mastering your mindset may be just as important as mastering your physical skills. Grant shares insights on: • How anxiety affects athletes from youth sports to the Olympic level • Why confidence is built through preparation—not perfection • The hidden pressures athletes face, including fear of failure and judgment • Mental performance techniques that help athletes perform under pressure This conversation also dives into: • How social media, comparison, and expectations fuel anxiety in sports • Why language matters—and how simple mindset shifts can reduce performance pressure • The connection between self-worth, acceptance, and athletic performance • Practical tools for building resilience, embracing uncertainty, and recovering from setbacks Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or someone navigating anxiety in everyday life, this episode offers practical strategies to help you perform with greater confidence, resilience, and freedom.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. was away, so Chase Briscoe and Noah Gragson invaded the Arby's Studio to sit in for a new episode of Dirty Air. The guys bring the hilarity and recap NASCAR's big weekend in Atlanta: Going fishing in Georgia Noah's beef with Kevin Magnussen Hanging out during the rain delay with Figgy Earnhardt Chase buys his son a drum set Race winner Ryan Blaney calls into the show Bubba's penalty was the right call The points standings are getting close During the Ask Jr. segment, fans sent in questions asking Chase and Noah about: Meeting the Costco Guys in Atlanta Top candy bars Noah's time in military school Chase in solo-dad mode with the twins Favorite songs Their first big purchases Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Stalin's Strategic Shift and the Path to the Korean War GUEST: Nick Bunker Throughout 1949, Stalin was skeptical of Kim Il-sung's plan to invade South Korea, doubting North Korea's capability and the strategic rationale. However, in January 1950, Stalin abruptly authorized the planning of the attack. This shift was fueled by several factors: his newfound confidence in Mao as an ally and the perception that the United States would not intervene. Stalin interpreted Dean Acheson's "defensive perimeter" speech and the congressional defeat of the Korean aid bill as signals of American withdrawal from the peninsula. Furthermore, Stalin saw Korea as strategically vital for securing the Soviet Far East and strengthening communist states in Asia. While Washington remained largely oblivious to these plans, Stalin benefited from an abundance of intelligence gathered simply by reading American newspapers, which were filled with leaks about the "confusion" and "dissension" within the Truman administration. (6)
We've turned a SKEPTIC with serious concerns into a RAVING FAN who is CRUSHING IT! The backstory: A few months ago I posted in invitation in our large Facebook group inviting ANY SKEPTICS to please step forward. I wanted anyone who had "heard bad things" about being an Amazon reseller. The scarier the stories the better! I wanted a true skeptic who didn't want to get into Amazon reselling because they had a lot of big questions and had heard a lot of scary things about the business. I found a volunteer and interviewed him on this show about 9 months ago (link in show notes). Jump forward to today, and he's CRUSHING IT and LOVING the business! His most recent month he did $35K at 15% net margin from his 3Pmercury ASINs. As with many other students are recently saying, he's "finding more profitable inventory than I can possibly invest in". He loves and is using 3PMercury and MSP (https://3pmercury.com/friends / SilentJim.com/msp), so we also have on the show today the founder of MSP, Ido Friedman This is an episode that's sure to inspire! If you'd like to talk over your options for getting started, visit SilentJim.com/bookacall We'd love to meet you and build out a custom roadmap for your success! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/MQ3PIWD4Bg0 Don't forget to check out our episode sponsor, Sellerboard, our awesome sponsor - THE accurate profit analytics tool for Amazon sellers that helps you calculate your profit precisely, accounting for all hidden fees and in real time. Use our link and get a free trial: https://SilentJim.com/numbers Show note LINKS: MultiSellerPro: SilentJim.com/msp 3PMercury 3pmercury.com/friends Get 3PMercury for one month for $1 along with an onboarding session! 3PMercury.com/thirty TheProvenConference.com August 25-27th TheProvenConference.com/scholarship ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! PrepCenterNetwork.com - A list of national prep centers we recommend Hear today's guest Michael as a SKEPTIC with questions back on episode 1070 of our show - https://silentjim.com/podcast/episode-1070-seeing-the-possibilities-clearly-an-amazon-skeptic-with-many-questions-is-coming-around-slowly-and-about-to-jump-in/ Today's guest MIchael Coleman and Ido from MultiSellerPro
Discussing Alex Tuch's transition to the Washington Capitals and Kylian Mbappé's surprising penalty miss against Morocco. They debate whether the Houston Texans can succeed with an elite defense despite concerns over C.J. Stroud's consistency compared to Bryce Young.
Willy, Adam, and DMase talk about Jeffery Simmons being ranked on the top 10 DTs going into the 2026 season. They also have a question revolving another titans player is Tony Pollard being disrespected, also DVD talk about Tom Dundon Carolina Hurricanes owner putting his wife and Kids on the Stanley Cup engraving.
In this episode of The Principal's Handbook Summer Reset Series, we explore the patterns and habits of the self-doubting principal. Through the example of a principal who struggles with second-guessing decisions, seeking approval, and comparing herself to others, we uncover how self-doubt impacts leadership effectiveness. Using the TEA Cycle, we examine how thoughts create emotions and actions that either build or erode confidence. You'll learn practical strategies to strengthen self-trust, make decisions with greater confidence, and stop letting mistakes or feedback define your leadership. If you've ever questioned yourself as a leader, this episode will help you lead with more clarity, courage, and confidence.Find out your confidence score with the FREE Confidence Scorecard for Principals.Get The Confident Principal Reset: A 14 Day Action Plan for PrincipalsGet free resources at principalfreebies.com. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
SummaryIn this episode, Robert Bolden shares his personal journey of faith, the importance of perseverance, and practical wisdom from the Book of James to navigate life's challenges with faith and integrity.Key TopicsPersonal faith journey and transformationInsights from the Book of James on perseverance and wisdomThe importance of integrity and action in leadershipPractical application of biblical teachings in daily lifeThe role of prayer and divine guidance in decision-makingTakeawaysPerseverance leads to spiritual maturity and completeness.Asking God for wisdom requires Belief, Faith and expectation.Doubting leads to instability, like waves tossed by the sea.Living out faith through actions is essential for true leadership.Biblical teachings provide practical wisdom for everyday challenges.Sound bites"Consider it pure joy when facing trials.""Doubt makes you like a wave tossed by the sea.""Ask God for wisdom, believe it will be given."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Coffee and Christ01:05 The Verse of the Day and Personal Reflection03:18 Exploring the Book of James07:46 Perseverance and Wisdom in Trials11:47 Asking for Wisdom and Living with FaithResourcesBible - James - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+1&version=NIVJohn Maxwell - Leadership Books - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=John+Maxwell&ref=nb_sb_noss_2Odd's Cafe Nashville - https://www.oddscafenashville.com
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In this episode of Bold Journeys, we dig into one of the most important questions anyone wrestling with faith eventually faces: Is there real historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus? New Testament scholar and author Dr. Mike Licona shares his personal battle with doubt, the research that reshaped his faith, and the historical case that convinced him the resurrection wasn't just a belief — it was an event grounded in eyewitness testimony and early Christian records. We talk through Paul's transformation, external historical sources, debates with skeptics, and why alternative explanations fall apart when you actually pressure‑test them. This conversation is honest, direct, and built for anyone navigating questions about faith, truth, and the foundation of Christianity. In This Episode Licona's journey through doubt The historical case for the resurrection Paul's testimony and early Christian creeds External sources: Josephus, Tacitus, and more How personal experience and evidence work together Stay Connected If these conversations help you think deeper and live with more clarity, make sure you're plugged in: Subscribe to the Bold Journeys Newsletter for weekly insights and episode updates Subscribe on YouTube for full episodes and clips Follow on Instagram for behind‑the‑scenes content and daily encouragement Your support helps this show reach more people who want more conversations on grit, faith and adventure. Chapters 00:00 Doubting the Resurrection 01:38 Meet Mike Licona 04:35 Campus Questions Today 09:22 Childhood and Conversion 15:38 From Music to Ministry 28:19 Researching the Evidence 35:50 Debate Prep Mindset 36:56 Did Jesus Exist 40:20 Resurrection Case Starts With Paul 47:01 Martyrdom And Eyewitness Claims 51:26 James Skeptic To Believer
Listen to Guest Speaker, Pastor Jace Hudson preach from John 20:24-31, observing how doubt is a common temptation for believers, and how we see a window into the heart of Jesus towards doubters in His reaction to Thomas. When Doubting Meets Jesus Pastor Jace Hudson Download
Why do you stay with someone who treats you terribly, while simultaneously believing they are your soulmate? In this video, Lee Hammock breaks down the exhausting psychological reality of cognitive dissonance in toxic relationships.Cognitive dissonance occurs when your brain is forced to hold two completely conflicting beliefs at the exact same time: "they love me" versus "they hurt me."We expose how an abuser or controlling person intentionally manufactures this mental fog through a calculated push-pull dynamic of intense love bombing followed by sudden cruelty. This isn't an accident—it's a design. We walk through the mechanics of the intermittent reinforcement cycle, the strongest form of behavioral conditioning known to psychology and explain the neurological basis of why you can't just walk away. Unpredictable dopamine hits from the rare "good moments" keep your brain chemically hooked, forcing you to hold onto a fantasy version of the abuser rather than the reality of who they are.Doubting your own memory and constantly questioning your reality.Justifying their toxic behavior to your friends, family, and yourself.Constant apologizing for things you didn't even do just to keep the peace.Total paralysis in decision-making because you no longer trust your own judgment.This intense mental friction traps you in a loop that literally makes you feel like you are going crazy. If you are ready to pull back the curtain on this emotional manipulation, stop the self-doubt, and reclaim your mental health, this deep dive is for you. Remember: naming it is your first step toward breaking it.Common Signs You Are Experiencing Cognitive Dissonance:Book a Coaching Session: [https://link.me/mentalhealness]
Tune in as Pastor Dan Burrell breaks down the right response to the difficulties of doubt.
In this interview, Spencer Dalke sits down with Pedro Garcia to explore his journey from atheism to faith and what it means to navigate doubt honestly. Pedro Garcia shares how his conversion was shaped not only by intellectual questions, but by encounteringChristians who listened well and lived out their faith with authenticity—ultimately leading him to the teachings of Jesus and the Sermon on the Mount. The conversation digs into the roots of deconstruction, suggesting that many people leave the church not because of Jesus himself but because of hurt, misunderstanding, or what Garcia calls “intellectual shielding” that protects deeper emotional wounds. Rather than reducing faith to arguments, Garcia emphasizes the importance of compassion, humility, and truly listening to people's stories, meeting them as individuals rather than debates to be won. Ultimately, the episode encourages both doubters and believers to “doubt toward Jesus,” approaching questions with honesty while rediscovering Christ as the center of truth, healing, and genuine relationship. Humility in conversations with individuals deconstructing their faith. Doubting well “toward Jesus.” Featured work: For Those Who Doubt: Is It Because of Jesus? Conversations For Those Deconstructing Their Faith Connect with Pedro Garcia on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and at IsItBecauseOfJesus.com. For more faith-filled, Gospel-centered content, download the Pilgrim Radio app today on Google Play and Apple, or stream at PilgrimRadio.com.
In this episode, we dive into James 1:5–8 and discover what it really means to ask God for wisdom “in faith, with no doubting.” James isn't condemning honest questions—he's warning against divided loyalty. Learn how wisdom, faith, and steadfastness work together to mature us in Messiah.Show Notes: James says YHWH gives wisdom generously, but only to those who ask in faith. In this teaching we unpack what James means by “doubt,” why double-mindedness makes us unstable, and how steadfast devotion shapes maturity. We also consider how to deal with real intellectual doubts in a healthy, biblical way.Scripture Highlights: James 1:5–8 James 3:17–18 James 4:2–4, 8 Psalm 77:8–15 Jude 22 Takeaway: Asking in faith is about loyalty to YHWH, not absolute certainty. True wisdom produces purity, peace, and steadfastness.
She's Just Getting Started - Building a business you truly love!
If you have ever doubted your products or services... compared your business to others...or felt like you're not good enough for business, this is for you. This will REFRAME of your thoughts will change your entire outlook!
You believe in God. You grew up in church. So why does it still feel like something is broken inside you? Maybe you've had questions you were afraid to ask, or you've been doing all the right things and still feel disconnected from God and from yourself. In this episode, Brittany shares her full story, the depression, the doubt, the destructive patterns, and how she finally stopped running and found her way to a faith that actually felt alive. Wherever you are right now, this one is for you. In this episode: Understand how childhood wounds show up in your adult patterns, even when nothing massively traumatic happened to you Learn what it actually looks like to stop running from God when you mess up and turn toward Him instead Walk away with permission to ask the hard questions about faith without fear Finally see that you are not too far gone, no matter what your story looks like Resources mentioned: Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis Cold Case Christianity (J. Warner Wallace) The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel "Make It Make Sense" sermon series by Movement Church (search "OC Movement" on YouTube or email hello@madewholepath.com for the link) The Unstuck Workshop giveaway (enter by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and sending a screenshot to hello@madewholepath.com or DMing @madewholepath) Love, Brittany Ready to go deeper? Here's where to start: The Unstuck Workshop — $37 and self-paced. If you want to finally understand why you keep feeling stuck and walk away with a tool to actually change it, this is your first step. Made Whole Academy — The full 10-week journey. Real tools, real community, and lasting change. Applications are open. Free Quiz: What's Actually Keeping You Stuck? — Not sure where to start? Take the quiz and find out. Find everything else at madewholepath.com and come say hi on Instagram at @madewholepath. If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who needs it. That's how women like us find each other.
James 1:6–8 calls believers to approach God with unwavering faith when seeking wisdom in trials, emphasizing that true faith is not mere belief but a settled confidence in God's character, faithfulness, and willingness to provide. The passage warns against doubting, which James vividly illustrates as spiritual instability—like a wave driven by shifting winds—revealing a divided heart that wavers between trust in God and reliance on self or worldly solutions. This double-mindedness, rooted in divided loyalty, renders prayer ineffective because it undermines the trust necessary to receive God's provision, which is always aligned with His will, not our desires. The sermon underscores that genuine faith is not the absence of struggle but a deliberate, ongoing commitment to God's truth, cultivated through repentance, Scripture immersion, community, obedience, and continual prayer that seeks God's will above all. Ultimately, asking in faith with no doubting is not a formula for manipulation but a posture of humble surrender that leads to spiritual maturity, peace, and enduring strength.
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When a survivor speaks up, the world too often demands a 'perfect victim' before it offers belief, a painful reality that leaves many wondering if their truth will ever be enough. In this episode with Deborah Tuerkheimer, author of Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers, we hear about the “credibility complex,” including credibility discount and credibility inflation, rape myths, the “perfect victim” and “monster abuser” archetypes, and how victim-blaming and disbelief are reinforced by culture and legal rules. You'll also learn about underreporting, the “second assault,” trauma-informed investigation, expert testimony on trauma dynamics, and how loved ones can respond supportively when someone discloses abuse. Listen in to understand why credibility judgments are patterned and how believing, validating, and offering help can change what happens next. Listen and Learn: The credibility complex and how social power dynamics cause the credibility of marginalized individuals to be discounted while powerful individuals receive an inflated boostWhy society perpetuates rape myths and victim-blaming How the "perfect victim" myth is weaponized against survivors in the legal system How institutional disbelief and victim-blaming are systemic realities baked into the penal codeWhy cultural tropes and a deep-seated "care gap" cause society to minimize astronomical statistics, overstate the prevalence of false reports, and prioritize the futures of perpetrators over the lives of victims How the cultural myth of the "monster abuser" prevents fair credibility judgments by creating a false archetype of a deviant stranger How the justice system creates an institutional imbalance by weaponizing an accuser's personal history while shielding a perpetrator's past behavior How physical attractiveness acts as a "Goldilocks" trap for victims' credibilityWhy true progress relies on upending a systemic culture of impunity rather than relying solely on institutional training Resources: Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780063002760Deborah's Website: https://www.deborahtuerkheimer.comAbout Deborah TuerkheimerDeborah Tuerkheimer is a professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. She earned her undergraduate degree from Harvard College and her law degree from Yale Law School. Tuerkheimer served for five years as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney's Office, where she specialized in domestic violence and child abuse prosecution. She teaches and writes in the areas of criminal law, evidence, and feminist legal theory. She is also the author of CREDIBLE: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers (Harper Wave/HarperCollins).Related Episodes:19. Keeping Children Safe from Sexual Abuse with Feather Berkower84. Courageous Conversations to Prevent Childhood Sexual Abuse with Feather Berkower163. The Likeability Trap with Alicia Menendez394. Sunlight is the Best Disinfectant with Andrea Dunlop and Mike Weber399. Likable Badass with Alison Fragale421. Defy with Sunita Sah436. Consent Laid Bare with Chanel Contos448. The Power of Oversharing with Leslie JohnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
When doubt comes, what steps can we take to ensure we have faith on the other side? Join us as Pastor Will Atha concludes our series, "Lord, Change My Mind (Before It's Too Late)."
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Ever wonder what happens when our deepest convictions collide with the risen Christ?Paul's Damascus Road encounter wasn't just a conversion—it was a complete inversion of his moral universe. The man breathing threats and murder against Christians became Christianity's greatest ambassador. Why? Because he met the resurrected Jesus, who asked one piercing question: "Why are you persecuting ME?"Here's the truth: Religion without encountering Christ creates persecutors, not disciples. But when we genuinely meet the risen Lord, He doesn't just change our minds—He deploys us on mission. The place you're cleansed often becomes the place you're called.If you've walked away from faith or never truly encountered Him, maybe it's time to ask: "Who are you, Lord?" He's waiting to meet you exactly where you are—not to agree with you, but to transform you.
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An episode covering the BIEL displaced encampment, public vs private property disputes, the former Normandy trash dump and Solidere's reconstruction efforts in retrospect. We also discuss missed opportunities and alternatives to Solidere, post-civil war urban landscape beyond the company's zoning, gradual urban decay over the past fifteen years, competing narratives over resistance and the existential security threat Hezbollah's weapons pose to Lebanon. With landscape architect and urbanist Sarah Yassine. The podcast is only made possible through listener and viewer donations. Please help support The Beirut Banyan by contributing via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/walkbeirut Or donating through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/thebeirutbanyan Subscribe to our YouTube channel and your preferred audio platform. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram & X @thebeirutbanyan Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:26 Tent vs govt 1:42 Displacement & choice 4:50 Public vs private property 7:32 A series of mistakes 12:10 Normandy trash dump 14:29 Solidere 17:42 Encountering Hezbollah pre-2019 21:17 Doubting the resistance narrative 27:34 Alternative to Solidere 34:34 Killing Lebanon 36:23 Precedent 43:05 Security threat to the country 44:13 The last fifteen years 53:13 Govt responsibility 56:25 Constant state of war
Naoimh welcomes Fr Thomas Cacciola, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal [CFR] now based at Moyross in Limerick after fourteen years in Derry. His vocation came late and circuitously — a mid-rosary moment of clarity while visiting another order settled the question. He kept the name Thomas because of a shared history with the Doubting […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Working with Disadvantaged Teens in Limerick – Naoimh Barbieri and Fr Thomas Cacciola CFR proviene da Radio Maria.
In this episode of The Mindset Babe Podcast, we're diving into the real reasons women stay stuck in cycles of anxiety, negative self-talk, procrastination, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional overwhelm.Inside this episode, you'll learn:
Many Christians quietly wrestle with the question: “Am I really saved?” In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson sit down with Benjamin, an elder at Indian Hills Community Church, to discuss assurance of salvation, doubt, false assurance, and the evidences of genuine saving faith.Together, they explore why sincere believers struggle with doubt, why assurance cannot ultimately rest in emotions or past spiritual experiences, and how Scripture points believers back to Christ rather than inward obsession. They also discuss repentance, ongoing growth, conviction of sin, emotional camp experiences, and the difference between struggling against sin and comfortably living in it.If you've ever wondered whether your faith is real, this conversation will help you think biblically about salvation, assurance, and the gospel itself.Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.Follow on InstagramFollow on FacebookFollow on YouTubeFollow on TwitterFollow on ThreadsVisit https://ihcc.org
Shownotes After the assassination of its leader in September 2024, Hezbollah sank to its weakest point since its founding in 1982. Supporters began to doubt Hezbollah's capabilities, and detractors—inside Lebanon and abroad—planned to dismantle the group. In March of this year, Lebanon's government outlawed Hezbollah's powerful militia. Many of Hezbollah's competitors and critics declared the end of the group's military capability and political base. But Hezbollah's strength has returned. This spring, as Israel has expanded its occupation of southern Lebanon, Hezbollah has fought effectively. It's all looking very much like a comeback. Century International fellow Sima Ghaddar has closely tracked Hezbollah's constituents and power, and shares a granular look at how the group has revived, and how researchers can assess the notoriously opaque organization. Related reading Nathan Brown, “Rubble is Israel's Doctrine, Not a Case of Improvisation,” Carnegie Endowment, May 21, 2026 Sam Heller, “Trump's Lebanon Negotiations Are Breaking the Country,” Foreign Policy, May 15, 2026 Sima Ghaddar, “Doubting the Party, Revering Its Ideology: Hezbollah's Battered Constituencies Reckon with a Year of Loss.” US Treasury, “Treasury Targets Hizballah-Aligned Officials Obstructing Peace and Disarmament,” May 21, 2026 Mohamad Bazzi, “Is This What War Looks Like Now?” Guardian, April 24, 2026 Participants SIma Ghaddar is a fellow at Century International and a sociologist whose research spans humanitarianism, the politics of international aid, political sociology, and popular mobilization in the Middle East and the Global South. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her dissertation, “Brokers of the Humanitarian Interface: The Politics of Aid in Lebanon's Urban Peripheries,” examines humanitarian aid, transnational NGO governance, and the intersections of patronage, clientelism, and global aid systems in Lebanon. She is also a policy researcher specializing in Middle East politics. Her policy research focuses on hybrid armed actors, regional Shia politics, and social movements in Lebanon. Thanassis Cambanis is director of Century International. Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2026 Episode: Order from Ashes 114
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In these rapidly shifting times, our communities are changing. Who do we become when our foundational relationships change? Doubting your place and God's purpose for your life can either be the next powerful step in your spiritual evolution, or the internal fracture that impacts your resilience and strength. Extract the gifts from this very important doubt, and move toward the authentic power that comes from it to building a supportive community. Q1: Where are you hiding your doubt because of what you might lose?" Q2: What doubts do you have that could heal your community and bring them into a more authentic relationship with each other? Q3: What doubt do you have about your own possibilities, and what is right in front of you now that proves you wrong?
In today's episode of Chit & Chat: Encouraging One Another, we're welcoming back Greg Thomas — former NCAA quarterback for the University of Arkansas, longtime leader in the education system, and the award‑winning author of No Doubting Thomas and #MAKINGBELIEVERS. Greg continues to inspire young adults and communities everywhere with his message of hope, purpose, and encouragement. We'll dive into his story, the heart behind his books, and the impact he's making today.This episode also features amazing music from four talented artists who graciously allowed me to share their work:Meghanne StoreyLyn SeyCody WinklerRachel CSI'm incredibly grateful for each of them and the heart they bring through their music.A huge shout‑out to Paul and Keegan Racey for their behind‑the‑scenes magic — they help this show flow smoothly every single week.And of course, thank you to our amazing local sponsors here in Kitsap County:Wine About It in Port Orchard — a fun, welcoming spot with events like paint‑and‑sip, trivia, bingo, and more.Lone Star Donuts in Port Orchard and Silverdale — nearly 50 flavors, made fresh daily.Taquiza Street — serving incredible breakfast burritos, authentic Mexican meals, and a full menu at their Kitsap Mall location.The Kitsap Great Escape — four exciting escape rooms, perfect for family fun or team challenges.Please remember to subscribe and follow the podcast on Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube — and you can watch the full video version on Facebook.Thank you for being here. Thank you for listening. And thank you for helping make this a place where it's always about encouraging others.
SOmetimes we have doubts....especially about God!
Segment 1 • Why do so many genuine Christians secretly fear they're not actually saved? • Todd tackles the crushing cycle of “I repented… but was it enough?” • Can one misunderstood Bible passage steal your assurance for years? Segment 2 • Are you running from God after sin instead of running to Him? • Todd exposes the difference between Holy Spirit conviction and self-inflicted condemnation. • What if your “worst sin” isn't stronger than God's grace after all? Segment 3 • Why are comparison, emotions, and secret sin wrecking so many believers' assurance? • “I just don't feel saved” — but should feelings decide your eternal standing? • Todd confronts one hidden struggle that keeps surfacing in assurance conversations with young men. Segment 4 • Should you leave a church that teaches truth but feels emotionally cold? • Todd challenges entertainment-driven church culture and “whoop-dee-doo” Christianity. • What matters more: warm community or faithful expository preaching? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!
Wednesday May 6, 2026 Intro: Often movements paint mature or faithful Christians as supermen. God paints them... for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3290
I've struggled with porn during my life. I recently relapsed and then started to doubt my salvation. I have OCD, so that makes it even worse. Help! Why was the apostle Paul silent on the matter of abuse in marriage? Why doesn't he mention it in 1 Corinthians 7?
Nick and Jonathan discuss the Browns having the fourth easiest strength of schedule for next season. Also, they react to ESPN experts mostly picking against the Cavs in their series against the Pistons.
Confusion, disappointment, unanswered prayers. Before long, what once felt clear becomes hard to see. Even the strongest believers face moments like that. We'll see how Jesus responds, not with shame, but with truth. We learn what it means to trust Him when life doesn't make sense.
(00:00) — Avoiding medicine to committing at 22: Sports injuries, engineering Cs, and a hospital trauma that made medicine click.(03:06) — Doubting smart enough: Imposter syndrome, scraping through chem, and possible ADHD.(06:50) — Growing up around violence: Valuing life early and pushing through school and sport.(08:50) — Living in the moment: Lists, weekly survival, and triaging tough neuro topics.(09:45) — Hug the bear: A 15-second resilience mindset from officer training.(11:47) — Perspective check: Why complain about what you prayed for?(14:14) — The four-time MCAT: Premature first attempt, COVID setbacks, and stubborn determination.(16:50) — Study your way: Blueprints, not rules—Anki, repetition, and long-term memory.(19:51) — After a denied cycle: Interviews, honest feedback, and a biomedical sciences master's with a 3.89.(23:54) — Applying for fit: Targeting schools that accept Black and Brown students and choose your poison.(25:15) — The acceptance email: A surprise Charles Drew admit and all the emotions.(27:17) — MD vs DO vs UAG: Weighing Iowa against family and support in Guadalajara.(28:52) — Med school's dark side: Stress, sleep debt, and hair loss alongside joy.(31:18) — Commuting to cut costs: EV free charging, 6:20 a.m. departures, and parking lot naps.(33:45) — Rotations on a budget: Housing ideas and staying flexible.(34:25) — Some call them illegal—I call them mom and dad: Caring for patients and family amid fear and hate.(37:20) — Control what you can: Social media backlash, gratitude notes, and missing Obama.(42:02) — Final advice: Step 1 focus and why it's not failure until you quit.Richard didn't run straight toward medicine. He tried kinesiology, engineering until Calc III said no, and three years in pharmacy before a volunteer shift at a children's hospital trauma bay flipped the switch. In this candid conversation, he shares how a B/C student with a 3.3 GPA, possible ADHD, and mounting imposter syndrome found a way forward by focusing on surviving one week at a time.Richard opens up about taking the MCAT four times, what went wrong early (including testing before biochem), and the discipline, repetition, and resource fit he had to build. After a denied cycle with interviews, he strengthened his academic record with a biomedical sciences master's (33 units, 3.89) and applied to schools aligned with mission and representation. He describes the unexpected acceptance email from Charles R. Drew, the pull of family support as he weighed UAG versus a DO option in Iowa, and why mental health and community had to factor into his decision.We also get real about med school's costs and stress: commuting to save money with free EV charging, 6:20 a.m. departures, parking lot naps, and the not-so-glam side of hair loss and fatigue. Richard closes with grounded advice for retakers and those who don't see themselves in medicine yet.What You'll Learn:- How a hospital volunteer trauma experience cemented Richard's path to medicine- Ways to manage imposter syndrome and build study systems that fit you- What changed across four MCAT attempts and during a biomedical sciences master's- How to target schools for mission and representation while balancing costs and support
This week, the girls sit down to talk about faith and the questions so many of us wrestle with: How do you know if you're truly saved? Can you lose your salvation? These doubts can lead to insecurity, not just in your faith, but in your identity in Christ, and that uncertainty can bleed into every area of life. They dive into the importance of staying rooted in the Word daily and reminding yourself of what's true: Jesus loves you. They reflect on how, before the cross, priests had to offer sacrifices to approach God, but Jesus, our ultimate High Priest, came and gave His life once and for all so we could have direct access to the Father. As Jesus says in John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” He alone paid the price, something no one else could ever do. Salvation isn't something we earn. It's a gift. Scripture tells us that whoever hears and believes that Jesus is the Son of God, sent by the Father, has eternal life. Our role is simply to receive it, to open our hands and accept the free gift of grace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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SEC and Big Ten schedules are out with plenty of defining games. Which ones will impact this College Football season the most? On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 728 Josh Pate looks at that plus we take a peek behind the scenes at Virginia Tech fresh off a Speaker Series visit with James Franklin. What’s happening with Deion Sanders and Colorado as the Buffs look to rebound this fall? Josh discusses that plus the most underrated eras in College Football history plus some low-stock teams to buy for 2026. All that plus the future for FSU under Mike Norvell looks to be very shaky. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the infinitely good news of Good Friday, and he answers Good Friday questions about what John saw flowing from Jesus's side, the nature of Thomas's doubting, resurrection hymns, the nature of the atonement, and the holiness of God.Part I (00:14 – 10:05)‘Christ Died For Our Sins in Accordance with the Scriptures': The Infinitely Good News of Good FridayMordecai M. Kaplan: Restless Soul by Yale University Press (Jenna Weissman Joselit)Part II (10:05 – 12:23)Did John See Water Flow From Jesus's Side, or Was It Pericardial Effusion? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart III (12:23 – 15:23)What was the Nature of Thomas's Doubting? Was His Doubt as a Believer, Or Was It More Akin to a Modern-Day Atheist? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart IV (15:23 – 21:08)Are Christus Victor and Penal Substitution Understandings of the Atonement at Odds With One Another? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart V (21:08 – 22:12)Why Is There Such Animosity Towards Penal Substitutionary Atonement? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart VI (22:12 – 24:40)What Are Your Favorite Resurrection Day Hymns? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The Briefing“Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” & “Thine Be the Glory” by Duke ChapelPart VII (24:40 – 27:46)If the Bible Can't See God and Live, Why Can't the People Who Saw Jesus Die? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter From a 5-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.