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Acts Series  Message: 02 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: November 06, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches from Acts 1:8 in a message titled "The Power and Work of the Holy Spirit." As Pastor Michael takes a closer look at this powerful verse, you'll be reminded that the same Spirit who empowered the early church is alive and working in believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk boldly in your faith, live out God's truth, and rely on the Holy Spirit's strength to guide and sustain you through life's challenges. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Running an EMS operation on a large scale demands great responsibilities—for both the community you serve as well as the personnel that deliver that service. Mike McCabe sits down with David Basnak, president and executive director of EmergyCare, the largest EMS and medical transport provider in northwest Pennsylvania, to learn more about his priorities in the areas of career development, quality improvement, staff safety and state-of-the-art equipment. Sponsored by Medix Specialty Vehicles.

Acts Series  Message: 02 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: November 05, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches from Acts 1:8 in a message titled "The Power and Work of the Holy Spirit." As Pastor Michael takes a closer look at this powerful verse, you'll be reminded that the same Spirit who empowered the early church is alive and working in believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk boldly in your faith, live out God's truth, and rely on the Holy Spirit's strength to guide and sustain you through life's challenges. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Acts Series  Message: 02 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: November 04, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches from Acts 1:8 in a message titled "The Power and Work of the Holy Spirit." As Pastor Michael takes a closer look at this powerful verse, you'll be reminded that the same Spirit who empowered the early church is alive and working in believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk boldly in your faith, live out God's truth, and rely on the Holy Spirit's strength to guide and sustain you through life's challenges. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Matt Naismith sits down with Sid Koop, Executive Director of Youth Worker Community, to explore the heart and vision behind youth ministry in Canada. With over 25 years of experience—from camp speaker to youth pastor to professor—Sid shares how the gospel has shaped his journey and why equipping youth workers is more vital than ever.Discover how YWC is inspiring and supporting thousands of youth leaders through digital resources, training events, and coaching. Sid also opens up about the challenges youth workers face today, including mental health, social media, and the need for relational presence in discipleship.

John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity and Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy both look at problems in American Christianity today. In this episode recorded at the Equipping the Saints Conference in Tacoma, Washington, Glenn interviews them about their books and how we can avoid some of the problems they address. Order John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: https://stockholmsyndromechristianity.com/ Order Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy: https://canonpress.com/products/the-sin-of-empathy?srsltid=AfmBOooIuCv1xXIHvui4dPKjiWuwE2npYqnW12J1uC9bb86VBOyEQegm Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

John West's Stockholm Syndrome Christianity and Joe Rigney's The Sin of Empathy both look at problems in American Christianity today. In this episode recorded at the Equipping the Saints Conference in Tacoma, Washington, Glenn interviews them about their books and how we can avoid some of the problems they address.Order John West's Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: https://stockholmsyndromechristianity.com/Order Joe Rigney's The Sin of Empathy: https://canonpress.com/products/the-sin-of-empathy?srsltid=AfmBOooIuCv1xXIHvui4dPKjiWuwE2npYqnW12J1uC9bb86VBOyEQegmSupport the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity and Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy both look at problems in American Christianity today. In this episode recorded at the Equipping the Saints Conference in Tacoma, Washington, Glenn interviews them about their books and how we can avoid some of the problems they address. Order John West’s Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: https://stockholmsyndromechristianity.com/ Order Joe Rigney’s The Sin of Empathy: https://canonpress.com/products/the-sin-of-empathy?srsltid=AfmBOooIuCv1xXIHvui4dPKjiWuwE2npYqnW12J1uC9bb86VBOyEQegm Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Acts Series  Message: 01 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: November 03, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:1-8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz begins his teaching in the book of Acts with a message called "The Church Alive" from Acts 1:1-8. As Jesus prepares to ascend into heaven, He gives His followers a mission and the promise of the Holy Spirit's power. Pastor Michael unpacks how these verses reveal the foundation of the early church and what it means for believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk through life as a Christian—empowered by God's Spirit, grounded in His truth, and ready to live out your faith with purpose and confidence. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's sermon, Pastor Billy Johnson continues in his "Equipping to Stand" series, focusing on the strategies of the enemy.

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True worship is never about what we want—it is about honouring the Lord the way He wants to be honoured as revealed in the scriptures.Pastor shared a powerful and instructive word reminding us that we are called to thrive, not just survive. The enemy of great is good—your comfort zone can be a prison. It takes conviction to live for God and not be swayed by culture. We are bought with a price, and our lives must reflect His ownership.There must be more to your life than money. Think purpose, think assignment, and live with eternity in view. Work diligently and live as unto the Lord, for true fulfilment is found in pleasing God, not in mere survival.Listen to this message and be stirred in the direction of the will of God.

Thank you for tuning in!In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Benjamin Shaw and I explore the complexities of faith, doubt, and the importance of engaging with scripture. We discuss the role of emotional doubt, the significance of apologetics, and the transformative power of grace in Christianity. Dr. Ben Shaw shares the early proclamation of the resurrection of Jesus, emphasizing its significance in the Christian faith. He outlines key facts that support the resurrection and its core role in the gospel. The discussion also touches on near-death experiences, the importance of understanding Jesus as Lord, and the necessity of community in discipleship. He highlights the importance of faithfulness in small things, the role of scripture and prayer in spiritual growth, and the resources available for those seeking to deepen their faith. Connect with Dr. Shaw:Core ApologeticsLinkedInTrustworthy: The BookTimestamps:Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conversation01:31 Understanding Spiritual Warfare and Truth05:30 The Role of Apologetics in Faith11:32 Addressing Doubts and Mental Health17:19 The Importance of Scripture in Daily Life23:37 Discipleship and Equipping Believers29:30 Conclusion and Call to Action30:18 Navigating Morality and Worldviews33:44 The Power of Grace in Christianity38:35 Forgiveness and the Nature of God39:45 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Faith44:32 The Case for the Resurrection47:55 Understanding Jesus: Lord or Liar?53:47 Living Out Faith in Everyday Life56:58 The Importance of Small Deeds58:22 Finding Peace Through Truth59:49 The Role of Community in Faith01:01:08 Discipleship and the Call to Action01:02:11 Resources for Spiritual Growth01:03:55 Engaging with Scripture01:06:03 Building a Discipleship Community01:08:10 Equipping the Next Generation01:10:06 The Foundation of Faith01:11:56 Purpose and Discipleship01:14:08 The Call to Follow Jesus01:17:07 Finding True Peace and Purpose01:21:13 Introduction to Being Brave Podcast01:21:44 Faithful Living in God's GraceBefore you were born, He called you by your name.Subscribe to my newsletter & get your FREE "3 Questions for Kingdom Clarity" guide https://sashalipskaia.substack.com 1:1 Biblical Coaching: Book a Clarity Call

Acts Series Message: 01 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: October 31, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:1-8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz begins his teaching in the book of Acts with a message called "The Church Alive" from Acts 1:1-8. As Jesus prepares to ascend into heaven, He gives His followers a mission and the promise of the Holy Spirit's power. Pastor Michael unpacks how these verses reveal the foundation of the early church and what it means for believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk through life as a Christian—empowered by God's Spirit, grounded in His truth, and ready to live out your faith with purpose and confidence. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture. Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Acts Series Message: 01 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: October 30, 2025 Key Verses: Acts 1:1-8 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz begins his teaching in the book of Acts with a message called "The Church Alive" from Acts 1:1-8. As Jesus prepares to ascend into heaven, He gives His followers a mission and the promise of the Holy Spirit's power. Pastor Michael unpacks how these verses reveal the foundation of the early church and what it means for believers today. This teaching will encourage and equip you to walk through life as a Christian—empowered by God's Spirit, grounded in His truth, and ready to live out your faith with purpose and confidence. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture. Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

James Series Message: 17 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: October 29, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:16-20 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz concludes his study through the book of James with a message titled "A Divine Prescription for Healing," based on James 5:16–20. Discover God's plan for spiritual and emotional restoration through the power of prayer, confession, and community. Pastor Michael unpacks how genuine faith expresses itself not only in what we believe, but in how we care for one another—bringing healing and renewal through God's truth. Be encouraged and equipped to walk faithfully as a Christian, applying these timeless principles to your daily life and relationships. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture. Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Do you ever feel hijacked by your emotions? Why do the same patterns of anger, shame, or withdrawal keep showing up in your relationships? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos unpacks what it means to experience emotional dysregulation—and how to regain peace through the four powerful steps of Restoration Therapy. By the end of this episode, you'll learn why identifying your reactive cycle is key to healing and how to rewrite the story your pain has been telling you. Check our Ron Deal's book! The Mindful Marriage (https://tinyurl.com/Mindful115) This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Sharing community with t hese amazing men is one of the most enjoyable things I do. - Jim Ramos https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)

James Series Message: 17 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: October 28, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:16-20 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz concludes his study through the book of James with a message titled "A Divine Prescription for Healing," based on James 5:16–20. Discover God's plan for spiritual and emotional restoration through the power of prayer, confession, and community. Pastor Michael unpacks how genuine faith expresses itself not only in what we believe, but in how we care for one another—bringing healing and renewal through God's truth. Be encouraged and equipped to walk faithfully as a Christian, applying these timeless principles to your daily life and relationships. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture. Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Because of a recent spiritual attack launched against Minister Diane and Equipping the Saints Ministries, Diane is fired up and compelled to expose the Jezebel Spirit and the woman used by the Jezebel Spirit to cause her harm. Don't let any evil spirit, especially a Jezebel Spirit control your life!

James Series  Message: 17 Episode: 1  of 3 Broadcast: October 27, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:16-20 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz concludes his study through the book of James with a message titled “A Divine Prescription for Healing,” based on James 5:16–20. Discover God's plan for spiritual and emotional restoration through the power of prayer, confession, and community. Pastor Michael unpacks how genuine faith expresses itself not only in what we believe, but in how we care for one another—bringing healing and renewal through God's truth. Be encouraged and equipped to walk faithfully as a Christian, applying these timeless principles to your daily life and relationships. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

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Kae Williams is a global software marketing executive on a mission to empower women in their careers through her work and her forthcoming book, Not Made For You. Kae works diligently to raise awareness about bias and hostile work cultures so that every woman will feel supported, respected, and enabled to achieve her full potential. Here are three key takeaways from the conversation about measuring organizational culture: Culture Needs Tangible Metrics, Not Just Talk: Organizations must treat culture like a business outcome, measuring it with the same rigor they apply to revenue and profit. This means looking at metrics such as retention rate and understanding that the main drivers of people leaving are burnout, not feeling supported, and lack of career growth. Focus on the "How," Not Just the "What": Performance reviews and rewards must balance the results an employee achieves with how they achieve them. A high performer who creates a toxic work environment will ultimately cost the company more in lost talent than the revenue they generate. Companies should actively reward behaviors like leading with empathy and being a "culture maker". Support and Train Your Managers: Middle managers are essential to the employee experience, but are often stuck without the right tools. Equipping them with skills like giving constructive, behavior-based feedback and knowing how to coach their teams is vital. Furthermore, organizations must audit workloads to prevent burnout and shift non-promotable tasks to avoid over-burdening women and marginalized employees. Follow Kae at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaekronthalerwilliams/

MATTHEW: THE BRIGHTEST WORSHIP IN THE DARKEST HOUR is an exploration of worship as seen in the closing chapters of Matthew. It takes us through the Passion Week and shows how Jesus worshiped in His darkest hour through prayer, sacrifice, weeping, outreach, and song. Each week highlights a unique expression of worship, drawing from the narratives of the Last Supper, Gethsemane, the crucifixion, and the triumph of Christ's resurrection. This series invites us to see worship as a daily response to God's love, inspired by Jesus' example and the actions of those around Him. Join Horizon for this verse-by-verse study at the Equipping services, meeting Sundays at 8:30 and 9:45 a.m.

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Sermons, October 2025, Ephesians, Christ Our Purpose, Service, Ministry, Pastor Ray Fowler

We gather not just to learn, but to be grounded in truth. Today's service brought greater clarity to the Yeshua Series, as Pastor Nelson answered stirring questions about Scripture and the person of Jesus, helping us see Him more clearly through the Word.In our prayer session, we declared powerful confessions — affirming Jesus as the Son of God, our Savior, and the Light of our lives. We prayed that the Son would rise in our hearts and never set, shaping our desires and deepening our devotion.Be blessed as you listen to this sermon.

Bible: Hebrews 10:23-25 Topic: Supporting and Equipping for service. Purpose: Cultural Values: Equipping

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James Series  Message: 16 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: October 24, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:12-15 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz continues his powerful series in the book of James with a message titled “A Divine Prescription for Troubled Times” (James 5:12–15). These verses offer practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement for believers navigating life's challenges. Pastor Michael unpacks how honesty, prayer, faith, and confession are vital parts of the Christian walk—especially when life feels heavy. This teaching will help equip you with God's truth so you can stand firm, find healing, and live out your faith with strength and confidence in Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

More and more people are talking about Christian persecution in Nigeria, but reports are often conflicting. Some Nigerians--even Nigerian Christians--claim the reports are entirely false. Others claim it's only an ethnic dispute, not a religious one. Some say U.S. leaders are blowing the story out of proportion in order to work our way in and take mineral rights. Still others say it's just a sad story of "bandits" taking advantage of people for financial gain...not anything resembling a Christian-targeted genocide. What's actually going on?In this episode, I sort all of this out with Judd Saul, Executive Director of Equipping the Persecuted. Judd has been on the ground in Nigeria over a period of 10 years and shares his firsthand knowledge of what the reality is. Mentioned in the Show:This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xcmibUjT2s8Equipping the Persecuted site: www.equippingthepersecuted.orgTruth Nigeria: www.truthnigeria.comFollow Judd Saul on X: www.x.com/juddsaulFollow Equipping the Persecuted on Facebook: www.facebook.com/EquippingThePersecuted

James Series  Message: 16 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: October 23, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:12-15 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz continues his powerful series in the book of James with a message titled “A Divine Prescription for Troubled Times” (James 5:12–15). These verses offer practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement for believers navigating life's challenges. Pastor Michael unpacks how honesty, prayer, faith, and confession are vital parts of the Christian walk—especially when life feels heavy. This teaching will help equip you with God's truth so you can stand firm, find healing, and live out your faith with strength and confidence in Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Engaging in culture invites spiritual warfare. Equipping for Days Ahead Conference prepares you with prayer, prophecy, and spiritual warfare! You will enjoy hearing Pastor Calvin Johnson and the unique perspective of spiritual warfare from Special Operations General Kurt Fuller. Every veteran needs to hear Gen. Fuller’s story!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Summary  In this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, Scott McInnes discusses the challenges faced by mid-management in organizations, drawing insights from the Mind the Gap research report. Guests Katy Lumsden and Neil O'Brien share their experiences and perspectives on the evolving roles of managers and leaders, the importance of culture, and the need for effective communication and training. The conversation highlights the significance of psychological safety, resilience, and the necessity for managers to engage in tough conversations while fostering a supportive environment.     Takeaways  The mid-management layer faces unique challenges from both above and below.  Commonalities in organizational challenges can provide reassurance and strength.  Leadership and management roles are increasingly blurred in modern organizations.  Managers need to be equipped with tools to foster culture and engagement.  The say-do gap highlights discrepancies between senior leadership intentions and managerial actions.  Tough conversations are essential for growth but often avoided due to fear.  Psychological safety is misunderstood and misapplied in many organizations.  Resilience in younger generations may differ from previous cohorts.  Effective management requires understanding individual team members deeply.  Training for managers should focus on practical skills for modern challenges.    Chapters  00:00 Introduction to Mind the Gap Research  05:04 The Role of Mid-Management  08:39 Leadership vs. Management  16:18 Culture Multipliers vs. Bottlenecks  21:58 Shifting Mindsets in Management  23:37 Navigating the Transition from Peer to Manager  29:42 The Importance of Role Modelling in Leadership  31:51 Addressing Difficult Conversations  38:47 Resilience in Leadership and Generational Differences  44:37 Skills for Modern Leadership in a Hybrid World    Mind the Gap Research: https://bit.ly/3WMlS4C    What People Get Wrong About Psychological Safety: https://hbr.org/2025/05/what-people-get-wrong-about-psychological-safety         

James Series  Message: 16 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: October 22, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:12-15 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz continues his powerful series in the book of James with a message titled “A Divine Prescription for Troubled Times” (James 5:12–15). These verses offer practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement for believers navigating life's challenges. Pastor Michael unpacks how honesty, prayer, faith, and confession are vital parts of the Christian walk—especially when life feels heavy. This teaching will help equip you with God's truth so you can stand firm, find healing, and live out your faith with strength and confidence in Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.”  In today's sermon, Pastor Ken continues in the "Equipping to Stand" series.

Stephanie welcomes Elizabeth Urbanowitz to discuss how we can equip our children with a biblical understanding of sexuality and gender. Discover the tools you need to disciple your child with purpose and grace! Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design is a thoughtful, timely, and practical resource that will coach you through some of the most foundational conversations you can have with your children. It's more crucial than ever to talk with our children about God's design for sexuality and gender. As our culture's understanding of human identity shifts, Christian parents, grandparents, and mentors are called to be the primary voices shaping the next generation's worldview on these sensitive topics. Ten years ago, few would have imagined discussing sexuality or gender identity with young children. However, today's culture often defines people by their desires and feelings, leading to confusion over what it means to be human. The Christian response is to provide clarity rooted in God's Word—especially around key biblical themes such as being made in God's image (Psalm 139) and understanding redemption through Christ. Elizabeth Urbanowitz emphasizes starting conversations on sexuality and gender with children as young as four or five years old. The earlier parents introduce these topics, the more their children see them as trustworthy “experts” (she calls this the “Founder's Effect”). Just as a child memorizes basic math facts before tackling algebra, simple biblical truths learned early become anchors for discerning truth from cultural messages later in life. Children encounter issues like sexual abuse, pornography, and gender confusion younger than ever. Even adults without children are likely to influence young people as teachers, mentors, or relatives. It's essential to have clear, simple language to explain: Bodies are valuable and designed by God. Private parts deserve protection and privacy. If children disclose uncomfortable experiences, adults should listen, seek understanding, and reinforce these truths with compassion. Elizabeth draws everything back to scripture. The Bible presents God as our Designer, and His design (for our bodies, marriage, sexuality) is the wise and loving blueprint for human flourishing. When addressing hard questions—like same-sex marriage, gender identity, or masturbation—parents are encouraged to reference what God has revealed, not just their opinions. To help children remember key truths, parents can teach simple catechism-like phrases. For example, “Marriage is one man and one woman becoming one flesh for life,” or “God designed us as male or female—God's design is good.” These become invaluable tools when children are confronted with cultural lies. A major point is that kindness doesn't mean agreement. Being compassionate means loving others and telling the truth (not just making them feel good). Children should be taught to respect and care for everyone, including those living differently, without affirming what's unbiblical. For parents of older children or teens, start with prayer, then listen to what they've already learned. Acknowledge any shortcomings, gently offer biblical truths, and focus on building a trusting, ongoing dialogue. God's Word is sufficient for every generation. Parents, family members, and the faith community play vital roles in helping kids navigate a confusing world. Start early, speak simply, root everything in scripture, and model truth with kindness and courage. Take time this week to consider what “building a biblical foundation” practically looks like for the children in your life. What is one conversation you can start, or one phrase you can teach, to prepare them for these challenging but crucial topics? MORE ABOUT “HELPING YOUR KIDS KNOW GOD'S GOOD DESIGN” Discipling Your Child One Conversation at a Time In today's pervasively secular culture, it's more essential than ever to guide your children toward a biblical worldview on all issues―including the complex topics of sexuality and gender. But as a parent, how do you have these discussions in an informed, age-appropriate, and Christ-centered way?  This how-to handbook equips you to talk about sex, gender, and the Bible with children between the ages of 4 and 12 with confidence and nuance. Inside you'll find biblically grounded answers to some of Christian parents' most common questions, including When should I first have the sex talk with my child? How do I explain sexual sin to my child? How do I teach my child to love others without affirming another person's sin? How do I talk with my child about what the Bible teaches about same-sex relationships? How do I handle the fear that I'll have these conversations the wrong way? Discover the tools you need to disciple your child with purpose and grace! Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design is a thoughtful, timely, and practical resource that will coach you through some of the most foundational conversations you can have with your children. MORE ABOUT ELIZABETH URBANOWITZ Elizabeth Urbanowicz is a follower of Jesus Christ who is passionate about equipping kids to understand the truth of the Christian worldview. She holds a B.S. from Gordon College in Elementary Education and Spanish, an M.S.Ed. from Northern Illinois University in Literacy Education, and an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Elizabeth began her professional career as an elementary teacher in a Christian school. Several years into her teaching experience, Elizabeth realized that despite being raised in Christian homes, attending a Christian school, and being active in church, her students thought more like the culture than like Christ. Elizabeth began searching for curricular materials that would equip her students to think critically, helping them discover that Christianity is the worldview that lines up with reality. After not finding any materials that met this need, she began creating a curriculum for her students. Elizabeth first taught Foundation Comparative Worldview Curriculum as an after-school class for third through fifth graders, and the results were incredible! Students were transformed from passive recipients of information to active evaluators of every message they receive. Parents and teachers alike noticed the impact these materials had on students' media consumption, academic achievement, and everyday habits. This transformation lasted beyond the elementary years and guided students' thinking in junior high and beyond. Elizabeth now works full-time on developing comparative worldview and apologetics resources for children. Her goal is to prepare the next generation to be lifelong critical thinkers and, most importantly, lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. https://foundationworldview.com/about/meet-the-founder  We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/372022/link/ Malachi: Messenger to Messiah https://www.podcastics.com/episode/356130/link/ Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs https://www.podcastics.com/episode/324347/link/ Come to the Table | The Feasts Jesus celebrated https://www.podcastics.com/episode/309956/link/ Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

James Series  Message: 15 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: October 21, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:7-12 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz continues his teaching in the book of James with a message titled “Be Patient” from James 5:7–12. Through these verses, Pastor Michael encourages believers to remain steadfast and trust in God's timing, even when life feels uncertain or unfair. As you listen, you'll be reminded that patience isn't passive—it's an active expression of faith rooted in God's promises. This teaching will help equip you to walk through life's challenges with endurance and hope, applying God's truth to your everyday journey as a follower of Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Equipping Hour | Creeds and Confessions | The Apostles' Creed by OrlandoGrace

Equipping Hour | Growing in Grace | Core Values (1) by OrlandoGrace

In this episode of the Unconventional Ministry podcast, host Dennis Wiens speaks with Maryann Remsburg, the Director of Development at Corbin University. Maryann shares her personal journey to Corban and how the university is equipping students to think biblically, lead courageously, and serve faithfully in an ever-changing world. Together, they explore Corban's distinctive approach to higher education, where every classroom becomes a place of discipleship, every major a calling, and every graduate a potential world-changer. Listeners will hear stories of alumni living out their faith in diverse careers and global missions, as well as how athletics, innovative academic programs, and community outreach initiatives reinforce Corban's mission to make a difference for Christ through education. Maryann also offers insight into how her work in development and donor relations helps sustain Corban's vision for the future, building relationships that fuel scholarships, programs, and ministry impact around the world. Whether you're a parent, pastor, alum, or friend of Christian education, this episode will inspire you to see how Corban University is shaping the next generation of Christ-centered leaders.

James Series  Message: 15 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: October 20, 2025 Key Verses: James 5:7-12 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz continues his teaching in the book of James with a message titled “Be Patient” from James 5:7–12. Through these verses, Pastor Michael encourages believers to remain steadfast and trust in God's timing, even when life feels uncertain or unfair. As you listen, you'll be reminded that patience isn't passive—it's an active expression of faith rooted in God's promises. This teaching will help equip you to walk through life's challenges with endurance and hope, applying God's truth to your everyday journey as a follower of Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

October 19, 2025 | Nick Harsh, Tony Stonger, Maria ThomasResources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MUjYxOlknpYwdvr9SJQSJtFntXOgjwYD219XERt5WsE/edit?usp=sharing

Has your relationship hit a rough patch? How do you rebuild intimacy after conflict, hurt, or distance in your marriage? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos unpacks five practical steps to reconnect with your wife after a breakdown in your relationship. Drawing insights from Dr. Carol Tanksley's book 'Sexpectations', Jim shares biblical wisdom and honesty about what it takes to rebuild trust, reopen hearts, and restore closeness in your marriage. You'll walk away with 5 actionable steps to rebuild intimacy and trust from a biblical perspective. Check out Dr. Carol's Book: Sexpectations: Reframing Your Good and Not-So-Good Stories about God, Love, and Relationships -> https://tinyurl.com/sexpectations115 This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Sharing community with t hese amazing men is one of the most enjoyable things I do. - Jim Ramos https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)

Today's guest, Dan Hodges, is an accomplished publisher and respected educator. He spent 30 years shaping songs and songwriters, helping deliver number one hits like Billy Currington's "Good Directions" and Kelsey Ballerini's "Dibs," along with cuts by artists from Reba to Keith Urban. He's also the founder of DHN Publishing and Consulting, President of the Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association, and now, an Associate Professor of Music Business at Belmont University. The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more.  He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros.  You can find Brent at SongwritingPro.com/Baxter and  SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others.  You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices