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Are you a Christian mom struggling with anger, burnout, or the overwhelming shame of losing your temper? In this episode of The Intertwined Life Podcast, host Jenny Zentz reconnects with Christian life coach and author Natalie Hixson. Natalie shares her personal journey from destructive "mom rage" to emotional healing and spiritual restoration.Together, they dive into why so many mothers feel isolated in their struggles, how to break free from guilt, and practical steps to invite Jesus into the daily stress of parenting. Learn how God's strength is made perfect in our weakness and discover actionable tools to bring peace back into your home.Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode:https://jennyzentz.com/overcoming-mom-rage/Resources:Managing Mom Anger with Natalie Hixson – The Intertwined Life Podcast, Ep 60Natalie's book, Lord, Why Did You Give Me These Children?!: A Faith-Based Approach to Overcoming Mom AngerThe Motherhood Restored PodcastNatalie's website https://nataliehixson.com/Natalie's FREE Trigger TrackerConnect with Natalie HixsonGet the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His WordFollow on FB and IG @JennyZentzTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction: Overcoming Mom Rage & Burnout02:15 - Natalie Hixson's Journey from Mom Guilt to Restoration07:30 - Why Christian Mothers Suffer in Silence with Anger14:10 - Identifying Your Emotional & Physical Triggers21:45 - Inviting Jesus into Daily Parenting Stress29:00 - Practical Steps to Stop the Rage Cycle36:20 - Scripture & Mindset Shifts for Lasting Peace42:10 - Where to Find Natalie's Resources & Free Trigger TrackerAnd please don't forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God's Word to our everyday stuff!

Underneath all the political polarization, rage-baiting, punditry, and aggression, there is a crisis of civic agency. American citizens feel politically disempowered and undermined. And the effect, over time, will be that we lose our ability to self-govern. What is needed is a path between belligerence and withdrawal. In this episode, Michael Wear (Center for Christianity and Public Life, author of The Spirit of Our Politics) joins Mark Labberton to discuss provocation and political effectiveness; the value of gentleness in public life; concrete signs of hope in local political action; the open horizon of the 2028 primaries; and what it would take to reset America's political "agency quotient." Episode Highlights "Checks and balances is just a longer way of saying agency." "I think gentleness is profoundly underappreciated. I think that people are on guard for being taken advantage of, for being imposed upon, for being manipulated, for being used." "In parenting and in politics … we could really, especially in the moment, delude ourselves into thinking that to get a reaction and to be effective are synonymous." "Christians have an alternative imagination that our politics desperately needs, and we're actually robbing the public of that." "We continue down this crisis of … both a real and perceived lack of agency, in such a way that the project of self governance is made incoherent." About Michael Wear Michael Wear is the founder, president, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a nonpartisan Washington nonprofit that contends for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. He directed faith outreach for President Obama's 2012 re-election campaign and served in the White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, among the youngest White House staffers in modern history. He is the author of The Spirit of Our Politics and Reclaiming Hope, and co-author of Compassion and Conviction. Helpful Links and Resources Michael Wear's website, with his writing, speaking, and social channels: https://www.michaelwear.com/ The Spirit of Our Politics, Wear's most recent book: https://www.michaelwear.com/spirit-of-our-politics Reclaiming Hope, Wear's first book: https://www.michaelwear.com/reclaiming-hope The Center for Christianity and Public Life: https://www.ccpubliclife.org/ "Politics should not just happen to you": https://theheartofthepublic.substack.com/p/politics-should-not-just-happen-to For the Good of the Public Summit, October 5–7, 2026, Washington, DC: https://www.ccpubliclife.org/summit Settled, the Minnesota nonprofit building church-based Sacred Settlements: https://www.settled.org/ Civic Trust, Matt Harder's participatory budgeting organization: https://www.civictrust.us/ Michael Wear on X: https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear Show Notes Contending for the credibility of Christian resources in public life CCPL turns four this October; the For the Good of the Public summit, Oct 5–7 in DC Why pairing a think tank with intensive leadership formation is personally sustaining, not just strategic Gentleness as an underrated public virtue; bodies relaxing once people sense they won't be imposed upon Parker Palmer on a politics made of brokenhearted people Getting a reaction versus being effective; the diminishing returns of provocation, until the mission's telos shifts unnamed Jesus writing in the sand as an interruption at a moment primed for violence Dallas Willard on formation: not the practices but who you are, on the spot Pope Leo fielding American-frame questions and answering in ways that break the frame's logic The pastor who mistook refreshing RealClearPolitics five times a day for civic involvement A caution against a posture toward the church more dour than reality calls for Settled's church-hosted Sacred Settlements in Minnesota, built on bipartisan zoning reform: https://www.settled.org/ Leaving the Obama White House more hopeful than arriving A decade that stripped ordinary agency: contested elections, COVID isolation, AGI moguls, social media reversals San Francisco AI planning, where "top-down imposition" meant opposite things to technologists and theologians Congress's dereliction—Yuval Levin's institutionalism, plus the Chevron and unitary-executive critiques Abdication that disempowers not just 435 House members but the voters who sent them East-West contrast: California's robber-baron drive and agency reserved for the wealthiest Resetting the agency quotient; participatory budgeting via Civic Trust: https://www.civictrust.us/ Open 2028 primaries in both parties as a possible reopening of the horizon Christian agency surrendered through alignment versus exercised through accountable loyalty Checks and balances as another name for agency #CivicAgency #SpiritOfOurPolitics #FaithAndPolitics #Gentleness #ParticipatoryBudgeting #CivicRenewal #ChristianityAndPublicLife #MichaelWear Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

STEWARDED NUTRITION ACADEMY IS OFFICIALLY LIVE!If you're ready to jump into STEWARDED: The Laced With Grace Nutrition Academy, here's exactly how to get access:Click the link below to join the Laced With Grace Skool community: https://www.skool.com/laced-with-grace-community-4086/about?ref=49d02c513738425492649227dca7a63cOnce you're inside the community, head to the Classroom tab.Find STEWARDED: Laced With Grace Nutrition Academy.Click the course and follow the prompt to purchase/unlock STEWARDED for $47. Once purchased, you'll have access to the entire academy and can start with the Welcome + Module 1 and work your way through at your own pace! Already inside the LWG Skool community? You can skip step one — just open Skool, head straight to Classroom, find STEWARDED, and unlock the course from there! $47 • Lifetime access • 17 modules • one time purchase!This isn't another diet or another challenge. It's learning how to understand nutrition, fuel your body well, and steward what God has entrusted to you — without making your body, food, or the scale your god.I cannot WAIT for you to get inside. 

What do kids really need from a mentor?In this episode, Zach sits down with Dr. Anthony Bradley to talk about fatherlessness, mentoring, and the kind of relationships that help kids grow into healthy adults.Dr. Anthony Bradley has spent nearly three decades studying boys, fathers, families, and human flourishing. He's written more than a dozen books, taught at the university level for decades, holds a PhD from Westminster Theological Seminary, and has been featured on CNN, Fox News, NPR, and C-SPAN. He is one of the leading Christian voices helping us understand what boys need from fathers, mentors, churches, and communities.Dr. Bradley challenges the idea that mentoring is primarily about giving advice, teaching lessons, or correcting behavior. Kids need adults who show up, spend time with them, listen, and genuinely enjoy being around them. Great mentors become the people kids know they can turn to when life gets hard.In this conversation:What fatherlessness can do to a childWhy boys need healthy men in their livesWhy presence often matters more than another lessonWhat it means to be a “warm” mentorWhy kids need to know that you actually like themHow listening builds trustWhy mentors should resist becoming drill sergeantsHow everyday experiences teach perseverance, failure, character, and lifeWhy the best mentors become trusted people kids can turn toHow healthy adults can help surround kids with the relationships they need to thriveDr. Anthony Bradley also unpacks the devastating data on father absence—suicide, homelessness, dropout rates, violence—and why ordinary men showing up with presence can rewrite a child's future. Through Bradley's own story of mentoring a drug-selling teen named JJ over two decades (from Denny's dinners to a transformed life as a husband, father, and leader), they reveal that mentoring isn't about being Superman; it's about consistent relationship, unconditional acceptance, and surrounding kids with a tribe of caring adults in the name of Jesus–Dr. Anthony Bradley has a brand-new book coming out called The Fatherhood Effect. It takes a hard look at what happens to kids, families, churches, and communities when fathers are absent, disengaged, or disconnected from their children, and what we can actually do about it. Anthony brings together research on fatherlessness, attachment, warmth, and the incredible influence fathers have on their kids, along with practical ways we can help fathers become more present and connected. If you care about mentoring, fatherhood, or helping the next generation thrive, I think you're going to want this one. The Fatherhood Effect releases November 17 and is available for preorder now on Amazon.You can learn more about him below:https://anthonybbradley.substack.com/--If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.--Want to go deeper?• Join our National Christian Mentoring Network• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Check out our annual Mentoring Leadership Summit + other mentoring eventsYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor--If you want to become a better mentor or build a stronger mentoring organization, check out the You Can Mentor book library. We've written resources on building trust, showing up consistently, understanding kids from hard places, partnering with families, sharing your faith, handling difficult situations, and leading with humility. Books like:You Can MentorThe Youth Mentoring Playbook Volumes 1,2,and 3Tell Me About Your FatherThese books were written to give mentors and mentoring leaders practical tools they can actually use. You can find all of our books and resources at You Can Mentor or find them on Amazon. 

Do you feel exhausted by the end of a long shift, reaching for coffee or something artificial just to make it through the next one? If you've ever wondered whether there's a simpler, faith-based way to fuel your body, this episode is for you. This post is for the Christian woman who is tired of feeling exhausted, tired of ignoring her body's signals, and ready to start paying attention to what real, God-given nourishment actually looks like. You won't find a magic fix here — just an honest look at one small experiment, and a bigger conversation about trusting how God designed our bodies to be fed. A Personal Experiment Born Out of Exhaustion Working ten to thirteen hour hospital shifts, sometimes three days in a row, leaves little room for rest or careful eating. Packing meals, driving between hospitals, and carrying supplies all day adds up — and it's easy to end those shifts running on empty. That exhaustion is what led to trying something simple: adding a quart of organic coconut water to long shifts, in place of the energy drinks and coffee that never fit into the routine to begin with. What the Research Actually Says About Coconut Water A look at a peer-reviewed article in the journal Molecules on the chemical composition of coconut water offered some interesting context. Coconut water has historically been used for oral and even intravenous rehydration in remote regions of the world, thanks to its natural content of sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. One serving contains modest amounts of these nutrients — nothing flashy on a label. But the research also pointed out something worth sitting with: scientists still don't fully understand every compound in coconut water, and more advanced detection methods may reveal even more of its properties over time. That's a reminder that even something as simple as coconut water reflects a level of complexity science hasn't fully caught up to yet. Becoming Your Own Lab Rat This is a concept I write about in my own book, Discover God's Health Wisdom: Exposing 8 Common Myths That Keep You Sick — the idea of testing how your own body responds to different foods, herbs, and habits rather than assuming one approach works for everyone. The personal experiment looked like this: Day one: one quart of coconut water during a shift, modest energy improvement Day two: noticeably more energized despite another long shift Day three: energy held steady with another quart Every body responds differently. Not everyone will notice a dramatic shift, and not everyone will even like the taste — that's simply a reminder that discernment matters more than trends. Why Whole, God-Made Foods Matter There's a bigger principle underneath this whole experiment: real, whole foods created by God are inherently powerful, not because of a flashy nutrition label, but because of who made them. Genesis describes Adam as formed from the earth — a picture of how our bodies were designed to interact with the plants, animals, and elements God created. When our diets drift far from that design and lean heavily on heavily processed, man-made foods, it's not surprising that many of us feel chronically hungry or drained, even when we're eating constantly. This isn't about guilt or perfection. Even a home that values whole foods still has birthday trips to a fast food restaurant sometimes. It's about asking God for wisdom on what serves your body well, rather than following culture's default. A Word on Discernment, Not Diagnosis None of this is medical advice, and it's not a promise that coconut water — or any single food — will transform your energy overnight. What matters more is the practice of paying attention: noticing how your body responds, asking God for wisdom about your choices, and taking small, faithful steps toward better stewardship of your health. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:00 — Introduction: adding coconut water to long shifts instead of reaching for energy drinks or coffee 00:28 to 01:29 — The reality of ten to thirteen hour hospital shifts and the search for sustainable energy 01:57 to 02:24 — Why energy drinks and coffee were never part of the routine 02:24 to 03:49 — The three-day coconut water experiment and its results 03:49 to 05:47 — What the Molecules journal article reveals about coconut water's nutrient profile and potential benefits 06:17 to 07:41 — A comparison to essential oils and the complexity of plants God created 08:12 to 09:10 — Why a simple nutrition label doesn't tell the whole story 09:40 to 10:37 — Genesis, Adam's design, and the connection between the body and the earth 11:05 to 12:55 — Processed food, chronic hunger, and cultural blind spots around "real food" 13:21 to 14:18 — Why every body is different, and permission to skip coconut water if it's not for you Key Takeaways Whole, God-created foods often carry a complexity that science is still working to fully understand Testing how your own body responds to different foods is a valuable form of self-stewardship Chronic exhaustion and constant hunger are sometimes signs the body is starved of real nutrients, not just calories Faith and food aren't separate categories — asking God for wisdom about what to eat is part of honoring how He designed the body Not every remedy works the same for everyone, and that's not a problem to solve — it's simply how God made each person unique Your Next Step If this episode stirred something in you — a quiet recognition that you've been running on empty for too long, feeding your body without ever really listening to it — that's worth paying attention to. If you're ready for more than information, if you want someone to walk with you one-on-one through a truly holistic approach to your health, body, mind, and spirit, rooted in how God actually designed you to heal, book your free call at herholistichealing.com/call and let's talk.

Dr. Josh Axe - co-author of Heal Your Cells and one of the most well-known names in natural medicine - joins Dr. Will Cole to share the near-death spinal infection experience that personally validated every protocol in their new book. He walks through the hyperbaric oxygen therapy that helped regenerate bone with no blood supply, the BPC-157 and TB500 peptide stack that created new blood vessels in the damaged area, and the stem cell landscape that's changing what "reversible" means. They also discuss GLP-1s done right vs. wrong, the shared loss of their fathers (both sudden cardiovascular events), what the Bryan Johnson approach gets right and dangerously wrong, and what the most important quality in a doctor actually is. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Ready to start? Visit WaldenU.edu today.Use the links in my show notes to check your registration, get registered, or receive election reminders. You can also visit vote.online or @vote on Instagram for more information.Check Your Registration - https://tools.vote.online/embeds/check-your-registration?partnerId=cbc1e590 Get Election Reminders - https://tools.vote.online/embeds/get-election-reminders?partnerId=cbc1e590 Register To Vote - https://tools.vote.online/embeds/register-to-vote?partnerId=cbc1e590 Pledge To Register - https://tools.vote.online/embeds/pledge-to-register?partnerId=cbc1e590Visit fromourplace.com/WILLCOLE and use code WILLCOLE for 10% off sitewide.You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/WILLCOLE and using code WILLCOLE at checkout.Text ABW to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.Go to CLEARSTEM.com/WILLCOLE and use code WILLCOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at clearstem.com.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if your struggle with sugar isn't simply about willpower—but about biology, habits, emotions, and the deeper invitation to care for the body God has given you?In this episode of the Wise Divine Women Podcast, Dana Irvine sits down with Christine Trimpe, sugar addiction specialist and Christian health coach, for a powerful conversation about breaking free from sugar, improving metabolic health, and inviting faith into the wellness journey.Christine shares her personal transformation from living with morbid obesity to reclaiming her health, energy, and purpose. Her journey wasn't built on perfection or complicated diet rules. It began with understanding what sugar was doing to her body, recognizing the patterns behind cravings, and inviting God into the process.Together, Dana and Christine explore how sugar can influence insulin resistance, appetite, mood, energy, inflammation, and emotional eating. They also discuss why many women struggle with cravings even when they know what they “should” be eating—and why shame and restriction rarely create lasting change.Faith, Food & FreedomOne of Christine's most powerful messages is that health does not have to be pursued alone.By inviting God into her journey, she began seeing wellness differently—not simply as weight loss, but as an opportunity to become physically and spiritually equipped for the purpose she was created to fulfill.As Christine reminds us:“I invited the Lord into my journey.”“Keep it super simple.”“God created you for a purpose.”The goal isn't dietary perfection. It is learning to understand your body, recognize the patterns keeping you stuck, and make intentional choices that support the life you want to live.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sugar Addiction and Faith-Based Health Coaching02:47 Christine's Personal Journey with Sugar Addiction05:49 Understanding Sugar Addiction and Its Impact on Health08:35 Breaking the Sugar Cycle: Practical Steps and Awareness11:21 Navigating Sugar Alternatives and Their Effects14:22 Recognizing Signs of Insulin Resistance and Health Issues16:59 The Role of Fasting in Managing Sugar Addiction20:04 Setting Boundaries for Health and Wellness22:41 The Ripple Effect of Personal Health on Community25:32 The Importance of Protein and Nutritional Choices28:29 Simplifying the Journey to Health and Wellness31:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for ListenersReady to Better Understand Your Body?If you're struggling with cravings, blood sugar changes, weight resistance, hormone shifts, digestion, breast health, metabolism, or simply feel like your body isn't responding the way it once did, you don't have to keep guessing.For support with hormones, metabolism, breast health, digestion, and whole-body wellness, visit DanaIrvine.com and book a Health Clarity Call.Subscribe to the Wise Divine Women Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who is ready to stop fighting her body and start understanding it.sugar addiction, sugar cravings, Christian wellness, faith-based health, Christine Trimpe, Christian health coach, women's health, insulin resistance, blood sugar balance, metabolic health, emotional eating, food addiction, fasting for women, intermittent fasting, protein for women,

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, host Dr. Steve Grcevich welcomes Dr. Jedd Medefind, long-time President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). Jedd reflects on his journey from public policy in the White House to leading a nationwide coalition of over 300 organizations dedicated to serving vulnerable children and families. Together, they explore the core principles of building collaborative movements, the role of local churches, and the intersection of faith, technology, and mental well-being.Key Topics CoveredFrom Public Policy to Orphan Care: Jedd shares his transitional journey from working in the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives to providing full-time leadership for CAFO.Building a Collaborative Movement: How dozens of competing organizations learned to "leave logos and egos at the door" to unite around shared core commitments for greater impact.The Role of the Local Church: Why local congregations—not just individuals or programs—are the essential environment for supporting foster and adoptive families.A Theology of Suffering: Understanding why walking alongside hurting children requires embracing complexity, pain, and long-term perseverance.Technology, Neuroscience, and Relationships: Jedd discusses his latest book on how technology impacts human flourish, mental health, relationships, and spiritual formation.Featured Guests & Leaders MentionedDr. Jedd Medefind: President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO), author, and former White House official.Beth & Todd Guckenberger: Co-founders of Back2Back Ministries and long-time CAFO leaders.Jason Johnson: Director of Church Ministry Initiatives at CAFO.Resource Links & ReferencesChristian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO)Key Ministry ResourcesDATC Tour Stops

What if your faith could shape the way you build, market, and grow your therapy practice? In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Owens, founder of Wise Practice Consulting, to talk about the unique business considerations that come with building a faith-based practice. We talk about marketing to churches, understanding how different churches approach therapy, and why relationship-building is often far more effective than a traditional sales pitch. Whitney also shares how therapists can create meaningful connections with pastors, provide value to churches, navigate dual relationships, and turn those relationships into referrals and community collaborations. We also talk about the spectrum of faith-based practices and how you can incorporate faith into your branding and practice in a way that feels authentic to you. Topics Covered in this Episode: 3:14 - The first step to connecting with churches 5:35 - Why warm introductions can change everything 8:11 - What pastors actually need from therapists 11:10 - Turning relationships into referrals and collaboration 13:30 - One creative way to become a church's go-to therapist 15:16 - Finding your place on the faith-based practice spectrum 18:05 - Building a business around both strategy and faith   If you're a therapist who wants to grow a practice that reflects your values while serving your community, tune into this episode for ideas to help you think differently about networking, referrals, marketing, and what a faith-based practice can actually look like.   Resources Mentioned: Connect with Whitney: https://www.wisepracticeconsulting.com/   Free Tips For Marketing and Networking with Churches: https://wisepracticeconsulting.aweb.page/p/7a89ac77-233e-4785-b25f-de5fa6860551   Listen to the Wise Practice Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@wisepracticeconsulting  Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle   Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k  If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout.    Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1.  Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

Is it time for a new social media platform that encourages positivity? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Founder Shawn Whitson, on the faith-first social platform ActsSocial. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.com ActsSocial is a faith-first social platform created to foster authentic relationships, meaningful community, and positive online engagement. Available in 12 languages and serving verified members across 195 countries, the ad-free platform features a built-in Bible reader, daily devotionals, local groups, a community prayer wall, and free pages for churches, ministries, nonprofits, and businesses. Guided by its "gratitude over outrage" philosophy, ActsSocial is reimagining social media as a place where people are encouraged, communities flourish, and meaningful connections come first. https://actssocial.com Discover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.comExplore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne

What if the hardest conversations you have with your mentee could actually become some of the most important moments in your relationship? In this episode of You Can Mentor, Zach and Derrick unpack the power of building trust, creating a safe environment, and earning the right to speak truth—even when that truth is difficult to hear. Discover how to have hard conversations with love, wisdom, courage, and the fruit of the Spirit while calling the people you mentor toward the person God created them to be. If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.Want to go deeper?• Join our Learning Lab for mentoring resources and community• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Come to our annual You Can Mentor GatheringYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor

Ever wondered what faith-based coaching actually looks like and whether it's worth the time and money? This episode is your inside look, straight from someone who's lived it.I'm joined by Amy Littleson McNitt, a lifestyle and fashion creator I've had the joy of coaching since 2019. We've walked through so much together: multiple moves, launching her business full time, her marriage, and her transition into motherhood. In this honest, warm conversation, Amy pulls back the curtain on what our years of coaching have looked like and the very real return she's seen from the investment.Here's what you'll hear inside this episode:→ The difference between therapy and coaching, and why Amy said yes to something completely new→ What she's learned about building a rich, ongoing relationship with God→ Why rest is counterintuitively one of the most productive things she does (some of her best business ideas come out of it)→ The business decisions that only made sense because she trusted God→ How God shows up in her life — obviously, faithfully, and with a sense of humor→ Her hot tip for word-of-the-year, vision boards, and goal setting that actually work→ What motherhood has been teaching her about love, compassion, and restIf you're a high-capacity Christian woman in leadership who's curious whether coaching could help you trade overwhelm and striving for clarity, confidence, and faith-led growth — this behind-the-scenes conversation is for you.00:47 Introduction05:39 Amy's Origin Story07:03 Amy explains the difference between therapy and coaching 11:34 Amy's key business breakthrough: learning to delegate14:06 What delegation unlocked — shifting to a 10,000-foot strategic view of her business16:02 Advice on delegation: start small, find the right people through prayer17:44 How GSCC influenced Amy's work — compressing 70-hour weeks into 25 nanny hours19:25 Amy shares her morning affirmation practice and how it couples with prayer21:38 Amy's recent ROI story — doubling organic affiliate revenue after 3 coaching calls29:08 Leap of faith #1: leaving corporate marketing to go full-time29:46 Leap of faith #2: offloading email inbox management (6 hrs/day down to 20 min)34:30 Learning about rest — "rest is not a reward," rest is productive37:38 What motherhood has taught Amy44:48 Amy describes the coaching process54:35 Amy's vision board tip58:25 OutroAmy's Vision Board Advice: https://www.amylittleson.com/how-to-create-a-digital-vision-board-that-actually-works/ Amy's Perspective of Working 1:1 Together: https://www.amylittleson.com/what-its-like-having-a-christian-life-coach/✨ Want to grow without burnout? Our email family gets first access to everything:https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/subscribe

Public Protector of South Africa Kholeka Gcaleka is calling on faith based organisations to help root out corruption by reporting suspicious financial contributions offered to them as donations. Gcaleka was speaking at the St Paul African Apostolic Church's Annual Feast in Moletsane, Soweto. The annual feast brings together congregants from across South Africa and neighbouring countries for a day of prayer, thanksgiving and fellowship. Sashin Naidoo reports...

ESG investing promises to align your portfolio with your values. But an important question remains: Whose values are shaping the standards? Environmental, social, and governance ratings are often presented as measures of corporate responsibility. Yet the assumptions behind those ratings may not always align with biblical convictions. Nick Schmitz, Professor of Finance at The Catholic University of America and a Board Member of the Christian Investing Council (CIC), joined the show today to explain the differences between ESG and faith-based investing—and why Christians should pay attention not only to what they own, but also to how their shares are voted. ESG and Faith-Based Investing Start in Different Places ESG stands for environmental, social, and governance. ESG ratings attempt to evaluate companies based on their performance in each of those areas. But Schmitz points out that ESG standards are developed by secular ratings agencies and can shift with cultural and political trends. Faith-based investing starts somewhere different: with convictions rooted in biblical truth. That distinction matters because a company may receive strong ESG ratings while supporting practices that conflict with a Christian investor's beliefs about issues such as the sanctity of human life, religious liberty, family, or human dignity. There may certainly be areas of overlap. Christians care about justice, responsible stewardship, fair treatment of employees, and care for creation. But agreement on certain issues does not mean the underlying moral frameworks are the same. Faith-based investing asks a deeper question: Does the way this company operates—and the way my ownership stake is used—reflect the convictions I am seeking to live by? Your Shares Come With a Voice One area investors may overlook is proxy voting. Owning shares in a publicly traded company generally gives investors the opportunity to vote on certain corporate matters. But individual investors rarely cast those votes themselves. Instead, asset managers often rely on large proxy advisory firms to provide recommendations or process votes on their behalf. That means Christians may unknowingly own investments whose shares are being voted in ways that conflict with their beliefs. Schmitz offered an example involving shareholder proposals related to Google and crisis pregnancy centers. Some proposals sought changes in how those organizations appeared in search results and were characterized positively within ESG-oriented frameworks. Faith-based investors, however, could reach a very different conclusion because of their convictions regarding the unborn and the work of pro-life ministries. For Christian investors, then, screening a portfolio may be only part of the stewardship equation. How shares are voted can matter too. Moving Beyond Passive Ownership Schmitz has been involved in developing proxy-voting policies designed to better reflect Catholic investment principles. The effort grew from concern that existing guidelines did not always reflect the convictions they claimed to represent. The broader lesson applies to Christian investors of many traditions: we do not necessarily have to outsource our influence without asking questions. Faith-based investing can involve both screening and engagement. Screening considers whether a company's products, services, or practices conflict with an investor's convictions. Engagement asks whether shareholders can encourage companies toward practices that better promote human flourishing. That makes faith-based investing more than a list of companies or industries to avoid. Shareholders can also use their ownership to advocate for positive change. Christians Can Care About Creation Without Agreeing on Every Policy The “E” in ESG stands for environmental, which sometimes creates the impression that faith-based investors give little attention to environmental stewardship. Schmitz argues that this does not have to be the case. Christians may disagree about exactly how environmental concerns should be addressed, but waste, pollution, and responsible care for creation are legitimate stewardship concerns. Investors can support companies working to reduce genuine environmental harm while also considering the economic consequences of particular policies, especially for workers and lower-income communities. The difference is that Christians can recognize room for prudential disagreement. Biblical stewardship gives us principles to guide our thinking, but believers may reach different conclusions about the best policies or business practices to address a particular environmental concern. That calls for humility, wisdom, and careful discernment rather than assuming every issue has a one-size-fits-all solution. Look for Managers With “Skin in the Game” Schmitz also encouraged investors to consider whether the people managing their money have what author Nassim Nicholas Taleb famously called “skin in the game.” When Schmitz worked as a fund manager, for example, he invested his own capital alongside the investors whose money he managed. That kind of alignment can matter. A manager who shares both the potential rewards and the downside risk has an added incentive to exercise discipline and think long-term. For Christian investors, alignment can go even deeper. Do the people managing your investments understand your convictions? Do their investment policies reflect them? Are they transparent about how companies are screened, how proxies are voted, and how shareholder engagement is conducted? Christian investors should not assume that an investment is biblically aligned simply because it carries a faith-related label. Transparency matters. Common Misconceptions About Faith-Based Investing Schmitz highlighted several misconceptions investors should reconsider. First, ESG is not morally neutral. Like every investment framework, it rests on assumptions about what is good, responsible, and worth promoting. Second, faith-based investing is not merely negative screening. Christian investors can encourage good corporate behavior through shareholder engagement, proxy voting, and collaboration with other investors. Third, bringing Christian convictions into investing is not an inappropriate intrusion of faith into an otherwise neutral marketplace. Every investor brings values into financial decisions in some form. Christians should not feel compelled to leave deeply held beliefs outside the investment process. Finally, individual investors are not necessarily powerless. Shareholders can work together, support resolutions, engage company leadership, and influence how large asset managers vote. The question is whether Christians will use that influence intentionally. Questions to Ask About Your Investments If you want to know whether your investments reflect your convictions, start by asking questions. If you work with a financial advisor or investment manager, ask how your investments are screened and how proxy votes are handled. If most of your retirement savings are held through an employer-sponsored plan, ask your plan provider what proxy-voting policies apply to the funds you own. You can also examine Christian mutual funds and exchange-traded funds that publicly disclose their screening standards, voting policies, and shareholder-engagement practices. The goal is not perfection. Investing in a complex economy will always require wisdom and discernment. But greater transparency can help investors make more informed stewardship decisions. Keep Your Investment Horizon Eternal Schmitz closed with advice he regularly shares with young people entering finance: Character matters more than credentials. Work ethic, courage, and integrity can open doors over the course of a career, but ambition must remain submitted to something greater than personal achievement. For the Christian, that means keeping Christ at the center. Financial markets reward investors who are willing to think beyond the next quarter or the next headline. Christians have an even longer horizon. We make financial decisions knowing that earthly returns are temporary and faithfulness to Christ has eternal significance. That perspective changes the way we think about investing. We are not merely asking, “What return can this investment produce?” We are also asking, “What am I supporting with the resources God has entrusted to me?” Faith-based investing is ultimately another opportunity to practice faithful stewardship—seeking to align our financial decisions with our convictions while remembering that our ultimate treasure is not found in any portfolio, but in Christ. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm an elementary teacher looking to supplement my income, and I recently earned my life and health insurance license. A friend invited me to join WFG. Is that a good option for part-time work, or are there better ways to use the license? I opened a savings account after receiving a promotion offering a cash bonus if I deposited funds and left them there for 90 days. I met those requirements, but now the bank says I failed to enroll in the promotion, even though the invitation didn't mention that step. What should I do to dispute this? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Christian Investing Council (CIC) Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) FaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough?  Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings are often presented as neutral measures of corporate responsibility, but they can reflect a moral framework that conflicts with biblical convictions. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Nick Schmitz explain how ESG investing can differ from faith-based investing—and why Christians should pay attention to how their shares are voted. Then, it's on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live—where biblical wisdom meets today’s financial decisions—weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology can disciple people toward Jesus—or quietly pull them away from Him. John Stewart explains why Christians cannot abandon digital spaces and how FaithChannel is working to create a safer, faith-centered streaming environment for families, churches, filmmakers, and creators. You'll hear practical insight about Christian entertainment, cultural influence, algorithms, innovation, and the future of faith-based media. Most importantly, you'll be encouraged to consider how your own skills, choices, and influence can help redeem culture for the Kingdom of God.About the GuestJohn Stewart is the founder and CEO of FaithChannel and founder of FaithNetwork. A U.S. Air Force veteran and internet-technology pioneer, he has spent decades helping churches and ministries use digital tools while building a free, curated home for faith-centered entertainment.Reasons to Listen1. **Media With a Mission:** Hear how a web-development calling grew into a global vision for free Christian streaming and original storytelling.2. **A Safer Choice:** Learn why curation, not merely parental controls or algorithms, matters for families seeking meaningful entertainment.3. **Technology With Discernment:** Explore how Christians can use AI and digital platforms as tools without replacing human creativity or the Holy Spirit.Big Takeaways1. **Technology Can Serve Mission:** Digital tools become missional when they carry truth, beauty, and the gospel to people who might never enter a church.2. **Access Expands Reach:** Removing cost barriers can open faith-filled content to families and nations that subscription models overlook.3. **Curation Builds Trust:** A safe platform requires intentional human judgment, not blind dependence on recommendation algorithms.4. **Support What You Value:** Watching, sharing, reviewing, praying, and financially backing Christian creators helps more meaningful work get made.5. **AI Is Not the Spirit:** Use technology with wisdom, but never confuse efficient generation with prayerful, Spirit-led creativity.Missional Challenges1. **Audit Your Attention:** Review what your household watched this week and ask whether it strengthened faith, relationships, or purpose.2. **Support One Creator:** Watch, share, review, or purchase one project from a Christian filmmaker, musician, or storyteller.3. **Create With Prayer:** Before using any creative technology this week, ask the Holy Spirit to guide both your message and your method.Chapters00:12 — Welcome and John's Calling in Technology03:00 — From Web Development to FaithChannel07:00 — Building a Platform for Christian Content10:00 — Why FaithChannel Became Free13:00 — Safe, Curated Entertainment for Families18:00 — Creating Original Faith-Based Content22:00 — A Five-Part Vision for the Future26:00 — Spiritually Impactful and Culturally Engaging Stories30:00 — Why Ministries Need Technology Independence35:00 — How Believers Can Support Christian Media39:00 — AI, Creativity, and the Holy Spirit44:00 — Where to Watch and Final EncouragementGuest Website and Social MediaFaithChannel:FaithNetwork:Instagram:#themissionallife #themissionallifepodcast #Jesus #JohnStewart #FaithChannel #ChristianMedia #FaithBasedFilms #ChristianEntertainment #KingdomCreatives #ChristianPodcast

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Meredith Murray is a Christian nonprofit leader and host of the Empowered Life Podcast with Allies in Youth Development, an organization serving vulnerable children through mentoring around the world. With a background in education, ministry, community engagement, and supporting survivors of human trafficking, Meredith has spent her career walking alongside people and helping them recognize their God-given value and purpose.Allies in Youth Development is a Christian nonprofit that equips local mentors around the world to provide vulnerable and orphaned children with consistent relationships, life skills, education, and spiritual support.This episode centers on the idea that you don't need the perfect story, experience, or answers to make a difference—you simply need to show up and be present. Zach and Meredith explore how God uses mentors to bring hope, healing, and transformation not only to vulnerable kids, but to mentors, families, and entire communities around the world. Plus, they go into great detail of the power of prayer in your mentoring org and mentoring relationship. If you've ever wondered whether you're qualified to mentor, this conversation will remind you that what God has placed in you may be exactly what someone else needs. If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.--Want to go deeper?• Join our Learning Lab for mentoring resources and community• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Come to our annual You Can Mentor GatheringYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor

Ask Phil is not just another chatbot. What sets this one apart is that it understands biblical concepts, it can create devotionals & Bible Studies, help churches with social media content, and even assist with sermon research. In this LIVE Demo, I'm going to show you all that it can do! FREE AskPhil ART: https://www.patreon.com/hybridministry/posts/askphil-ai-free-164112529?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link USE PHIL ON THE CAROUSEL ENGINE: https://www.patreon.com/hybridministry/posts/carousel-engine-155124829?collection=2099839 SHOW NOTES Shownotes & Transcripts https://www.hybridministry.xyz/214 [FREE] HYBRID STRATEGY GUIDE https://www.patreon.com/posts/complete-guide-142500019?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link 50% SUMMER SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/collection/1470781?view=expanded

Diversification is a key part of wise investing, and for many portfolios, that means looking beyond U.S. markets. But Christian investors may wonder whether they can pursue international opportunities while still aligning their investments with biblical convictions. Benjamin Bailey, Vice President of Investments at Praxis Investment Management, says the answer is yes. Faith-based investing can extend across a portfolio—including its international holdings. What Is Faith-Based Investing? Faith-based investing begins with the belief that financial decisions can be informed by faith. Rather than viewing investment returns as the only consideration, this approach seeks to balance two priorities: putting financial resources to productive use while also considering the impact investments may have on individuals, communities, and God's creation. For Christian investors, that means asking not only, “How might this investment perform?” but also, “What am I supporting with the resources God has entrusted to me?” Interest in this approach continues to grow. Bailey points to estimates suggesting that Christian households collectively hold trillions of dollars in investments, creating significant opportunity for believers who want their portfolios to reflect their convictions. Why Invest Internationally? International investments can play an important role in a well-diversified portfolio. Different countries and regions do not always experience the same economic conditions or market cycles at the same time. Investing across global markets can therefore give investors exposure to companies, industries, and opportunities they might not encounter through U.S. investments alone. That principle applies to faith-based investors as well. If an investor wants biblical values reflected throughout a portfolio, those considerations should not necessarily stop with domestic holdings. Until recently, however, Christian investors have had fewer faith-based choices in the international marketplace. “People want choices, and people want options,” Bailey says. The Challenges of Faith-Based Investing Overseas Applying faith-based investment criteria internationally can be more complicated than doing so in the United States. Investors need reliable information about companies around the world, including their business activities and practices. Cultural differences, regulatory environments, and varying levels of corporate disclosure can make that research more difficult. That is why investment managers often rely on global research organizations with experience evaluating companies across countries and industries. There is another challenge as well: certain markets may contain a higher concentration of companies involved in business activities that conflict with an investor's faith-based guidelines. Depending on the screening approach being used, that can limit the available investment universe. These challenges make careful research and a clearly defined investment process especially important. Expanding Faith-Based Choices With PRXI Praxis recently expanded its international offerings with the launch of PRXI, a faith-based international exchange-traded fund. The new ETF is designed to address an area where investors have historically had relatively few faith-based options. Praxis has been investing internationally for years through its international mutual fund. PRXI brings that experience into an ETF structure while using what Praxis describes as an optimized index approach. Rather than attempting to dramatically outperform a market benchmark through active stock selection, the strategy seeks performance that is generally similar to its benchmark while incorporating Praxis' faith-based investment criteria. For investors who want international diversification without moving away from their convictions, that approach provides another potential tool for building a portfolio aligned with their values. Faithful Stewardship Across the Portfolio Faith-based investing does not have to stop at the water's edge. International diversification may be appropriate for many investors, and the growing number of faith-based investment options means Christians increasingly have opportunities to pursue diversification while remaining attentive to what their investments support. As with any investment decision, the goal is not simply to choose a product because it carries a faith-based label. Investors should understand the strategy, risks, expenses, diversification benefits, and underlying holdings and consider how each investment fits within their overall financial plan. Ultimately, investing is another area of stewardship. The resources God provides can be managed with wisdom, intentionality, and a desire to honor Him—not only in how much we earn, but also in how and where we invest. Praxis Investment Management has offered faith-based investment solutions since 1994, incorporating approaches that extend beyond investment screening to include shareholder engagement and other forms of impact. To learn more, visit PraxisInvests.com. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I have a seven-year-old granddaughter and want to start saving for her college education. What's the best way to invest for that, and can I use my RMD to help fund it? My husband and I are 64, retired, debt-free, and have substantial savings, including about $700,000 in TSP. We've never worked with a financial planner and are considering a Certified Kingdom Advisor, though none are local. How should we think about managing these assets from here, and where might Roth IRAs fit into the plan? We rarely use credit and haven't needed much of it in decades. Is there any downside to freezing our credit reports? We have an investment account whose earnings we give to ministry, and over about five years we've given away roughly what we originally invested. Should we keep the principal invested and continue giving the proceeds, or liquidate it and give the full amount now? We also planned to leave it to our children with instructions to give it to ministries after we die—does that make sense? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Praxis Investment Management | PRXI SavingForCollege.com  Charity Navigator | ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability) National Christian Foundation (NCF) Experian | TransUnion | Equifax FaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough?  Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. 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Diversification is a key part of wise investing, and for many portfolios, that includes looking beyond U.S. markets. But how do you pursue international exposure while staying aligned with biblical convictions? On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Benjamin Bailey discuss faith-based investing, global diversification, and a new international ETF designed with Christian investors in mind. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial decisions. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Troy Jackson is joined by Rev. Traci Blackmon to discuss election protection, what it is and why it matters. They reflect on the importance of voting access and what a healthy, faithful culture of civic participation would look like in our communities.Each August, we focus on civic engagement as a CCDA Family. Learn more about engaging with your local government at ccda.org/civic.Learn more about The Faithful Witness Campaign at faithfulwitness.us.The Rev. Traci Blackmon is the former associate general minister of justice and local church ministries for the United Church of Christ, a position she held for eight years. She earned a bachelor of science in nursing from Birmingham-Southern College and a master of divinity degree from Eden Theological Seminary.Blackmon's work focuses on communal resistance to systemic injustice through the redemptive power of love. Her response in Ferguson, Missouri, to the killing of Michael Brown resulted in national and international recognition.She was appointed to the Ferguson Commission by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon and to the President's Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships by President Barack Obama. She currently serves on the board of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference and was named among 15 “Faith Leaders to Watch” in 2020 by the Center for American Progress.Learn more about Rev. Blackmon and her work at faithoutloud.org.Community organizer, pastor, leader and writer, Troy Jackson, has been with UNDIVIDED since its founding. He is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary and earned his PH.D in U.S. history from the University of Kentucky.Troy's book Becoming King: Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Making of a National Leader (The University Press of Kentucky, 2008) explores the critical role the grassroots Montgomery Movement played in the development of Dr. King. His other publications include his work as an editor on The Papers of Martin Luther King, Jr. Volume VI: Advocate of the Social Gospel (September 1948-March 1963) (University of California Press, 2007). With their children grown, Troy and his wife moved to a cabin outside of Cincinnati, OH, with their two dogs, Pip and Pico.Learn more about Troy and UNDIVIDED at undivided.us.Learn more about CCDA and how you can get involved at ccda.org. Connect with CCDA on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Follow CCDA on YouTube.

Guest host Denise Lever talks with Emma Rodriguez, a former public school teacher and founder of Lighthouse Christian Academy, a faith-based K–8 microschool in Frisco, Texas. Emma reflects on a remarkable first year in which enrollment grew from 2 to 20 students—and shares the story of one student whose academic progress, behavior, and confidence were transformed by the school's supportive environment. Emma explains how multi-age classrooms, small-group instruction, hands-on learning, and a strong sense of community help students thrive. She also discusses the challenges of balancing a founder's educational vision with parents' expectations, the value of mentorship and peer support, and her decision to move from a two-day program to a four-day school model. The conversation also explores how Texas's new Education Savings Account (ESA) program is expanding access to Lighthouse Christian Academy for families who might otherwise be unable to afford it.  You can listen to Kerry McDonald's 2025 podcast interview with Emma here. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

This week we welcome producer Chevonne O'Shaughnessy on the show to talk about her show Sugercreek Amish Mysteries, how she has gone about producing and raising funds for the show, why she now works on faith content and how she keeps her work non-union. After that we play another round of the GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gertie Houston Williams is an accomplished and progressive operations executive with extensive years of experience in corporate, human service management, program management and event planning. Worked at major corporate, non-profit entities and Faith-Based communities in executive and senior leadership positions.

The challenges of daily life aren't organized by a single department or eligibility category, so it stands to reason that the resources shouldn't be siloed either. Today's conversation digs into a statewide initiative to create an easily accessible solution for Tennesseans. Here to share more about the Human Flourishing Initiative are David Jordan and Jeff Piker. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Agape Memphis Restore Hope Human Flourishing Initiative Science of Hope Powerlines Community Network HopeHub The Tennessee Governor's Faith-Based and Community Initiative Tennessee Division of Labor and Workforce Development Memphis Leaders Unite Around New Human Flourishing Initiative Memphis Hope Summit One By One Ministries Porter Leath Hope Research Center at University of Oklahoma This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

The sermon argues that believers must base their assurance of salvation on God's testimony rather than personal performance, distinguishing clearly between the security of salvation and the process of discipleship. It critiques theological systems like Arminianism and Lordship Calvinism for blending these categories, which leads to doubt and a works-based mentality. The speaker emphasizes that faith in the historical reality of Jesus Christ provides confidence in prayer and protection against worldly idols. By understanding their positional truth in Christ, believers can overcome spiritual failure without questioning their eternal status. Ultimately, the message calls Christians to reject performance-based religion and rest securely in the finished work of Jesus.

The sermon argues that believers must base their assurance of salvation on God's testimony rather than personal performance, distinguishing clearly between the security of salvation and the process of discipleship. It critiques theological systems like Arminianism and Lordship Calvinism for blending these categories, which leads to doubt and a works-based mentality. The speaker emphasizes that faith in the historical reality of Jesus Christ provides confidence in prayer and protection against worldly idols. By understanding their positional truth in Christ, believers can overcome spiritual failure without questioning their eternal status. Ultimately, the message calls Christians to reject performance-based religion and rest securely in the finished work of Jesus.

How do you share Jesus with a child you're mentoring without forcing the conversation—or avoiding it altogether? In this honest and thought-provoking episode of You Can Mentor, Zach and Derrick explore the tension between building authentic relationships and boldly living out the Gospel, revealing why trust, consistency, and Christlike love often open doors that words alone never could. If you've ever wondered when faith should enter a mentoring relationship, this conversation will challenge, encourage, and equip you to mentor with wisdom and confidence.If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.Want to go deeper?• Join our Learning Lab for mentoring resources and community• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Come to our annual You Can Mentor GatheringYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor

If you've ever wondered why you can't see what everyone else sees about your own life, or why a doctor's explanation for your symptoms never quite sits right, this episode is for you. This is for the Christian woman dealing with exhaustion, autoimmune disease, or chronic symptoms who is tired of trying every protocol, supplement, and diet with nothing sticking, and is ready to understand what's really shaping the way she sees her health, her body, and her healing. Today we're talking about how the brain filters information, why that filtering system can actually keep us sick, and why renewing our minds according to Scripture is the starting point for real, holistic health, not just another treatment plan. How the Brain Filters What You See, Hear, and Feel Your brain is not a camera. It doesn't record reality as it is. It filters constantly, deciding in real time what deserves your attention and what gets tossed aside as background noise. You've experienced this without realizing it: You can hear your own name across a crowded room, even with dozens of conversations happening at once. You stop noticing your clothes on your skin within seconds of getting dressed. A strong smell in a house fades from your awareness within minutes, even though nothing about the smell changed. In a crisis, the body sometimes doesn't register pain from a serious injury until later. Once you notice a certain car model, suddenly you see that same car everywhere on the road. None of this is a flaw. It's how the brain is designed to function. Without this filtering, you'd be overwhelmed by every sound, sight, and sensation competing for your attention at once. When the Filter Becomes the Problem This filtering system becomes a real issue when our brains have been wired by trauma, repetition, or years of unexamined belief. Some people have been hurt so deeply that they perceive everyone around them as a threat. Others live in denial about a pattern in their life that everyone around them can clearly see, simply because their brain has never been trained to notice it. The same is true physically. Some nurses work entire shifts without eating or resting, because their bodies and brains have been trained to treat exhaustion as normal, until the body eventually breaks down. Once the brain has learned to see the world a certain way, it will keep seeing it that way until it is intentionally reprogrammed. Why This Matters for Your Health, Including the Medical Field Here's where this gets important for holistic health and chronic illness recovery: the medical field is not exempt from this filtering. Like everyone else, medical professionals are trained to see health through a specific lens, shaped by their education and the protocols they were taught. That training is not necessarily wrong, but it is not necessarily complete either. When you hear a diagnosis like diabetes, hyperlipidemia, or stroke, a very specific set of treatments and patient pictures likely comes to mind, because that's the programming behind it. This isn't a call to distrust your doctor or live in fear. It's a call to remember that every person offering you guidance, whether in medicine, media, or your own family, is operating from their own limited programming. That includes the news, social media, entertainment, and even the beliefs passed down in your own family or culture. Renewing Your Mind: A Faith-Based Approach to Health Scripture speaks directly to this pattern. Romans 12:2 instructs us not to be conformed to this world, but to be transformed by the renewal of our minds, so that we can test and discern what is good, acceptable, and perfect. Second Corinthians 10:5 calls us to take every thought captive and hold it up against the truth of God's word. This means that when a doctor, a nurse practitioner, or anyone else tells you there is only one treatment option, or that there is no treatment at all, that statement deserves to be brought before God first. Ask what He says about your situation before accepting any single viewpoint as the final word. This same principle applies far beyond healthcare. Consider how our view of the world has been shaped since childhood, by our upbringing, our culture, our socioeconomic background, and our life experiences. None of us are neutral observers. We have all been programmed by something. The good news is that awareness is the first step. Once we recognize that our filters may be incomplete or inaccurate, we can bring every thought, every belief, and every diagnosis before God and ask Him to renew our minds. There Is Always Hope First Corinthians 13:7 reminds us that love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. Whatever you are walking through right now, whether it's exhaustion, chronic symptoms, or autoimmune disease, there is always hope when we bring it to the Lord first. Episode Highlights 00:00 – Your brain isn't showing you what's true; it's filtering it, and what gets filtered out may be the very thing keeping you sick 00:30 – The cocktail party effect and everyday examples of the brain's filtering system in action 00:57 – How the body filters out pain during crisis mode 01:24 – The "frequency illusion" explained through a simple personal story 01:54 – How trauma wires the brain to see the world through a distorted lens 02:52 – Why we can be blind to our own patterns, even when others clearly see them 03:20 – How the body and brain normalize unhealthy patterns over time 03:48 – Why the medical field's training and programming can be incomplete, ineffective, or wrong 04:48 – Romans 12:2 and the call to be transformed by the renewal of our minds 05:17 – Second Corinthians 10:5 and taking every thought captive 05:46 – What to do when a doctor says there is only one treatment, or none at all 06:43 – How culture, media, and family shape our personal programming 07:40 – Reflecting on how different backgrounds and experiences shape our view of health and life 09:08 – The call to renewal: awareness is the first step toward change 09:37 – 1 Corinthians 13:7 and the reminder that hope endures Key Takeaways The brain filters information constantly, and that filtering can either protect you or limit you. Trauma, repetition, and unexamined belief can wire the brain to see the world inaccurately, including your own health. The medical field operates from training and programming just like everyone else, which means it can be incomplete or wrong. This is not a reason to live in fear or distrust every medical professional. It is a reason to bring every thought and every diagnosis before God first. Romans 12:2 and Second Corinthians 10:5 call us to renew our minds and take every thought captive rather than simply accepting the world's programming at face value. Awareness is the starting point. You cannot reprogram a pattern you have never noticed. Whatever you are facing, chronic illness, exhaustion, or autoimmune disease, there is always hope when you go to God first. Ready for Clarity and a Real Next Step? If this episode named something you have felt but couldn't quite explain, you don't have to keep navigating it alone or stay stuck in overwhelm. If you are dealing with exhaustion, chronic symptoms, or autoimmune disease and you are ready to stop guessing and take a clear, focused next step, I invite you to book a More Energy Strategy Session. This is a one-on-one session where we look honestly at what's driving your exhaustion and map out real next steps for your healing, rooted in both sound holistic health personal your holistic health principles and your faith. This might not be for you right now. But if you are ready to move forward, visit herholistichealing.com/services to get started.

How can we honor God through the way we care for our bodies?In this episode, I sit down with Christian fitness and wellness coach Micki Woodford of MASE Fitness to discuss the connection between faith, health, and whole-person wellness. We talk about stewarding our bodies as God's temple, overcoming obstacles to healthy living, and creating sustainable habits that support our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.Connect with Micki:MASE Fitness: https://masefitness.comPurchase her book:180° You Turn: A Biblical Approach to a Healthy Lifestyle Devotional Wellness Journalhttps://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/861838-180-you-turnConnect with Dr. Anna Valentine:https://www.movedbygracecounseling.com

Visit Crossmap.com — your trusted source for inspiration and life-changing stories from people of faith.Top headlines for Wednesday, July 8, 2026A California pastor is convicted in a domestic violence case, Maine's tuition ruling forces Christian schools to follow LGBT policies, a new poll shows younger Republicans growing more critical of Israel, and Nigeria reels after eight Christian ministry leaders are abducted.0:11 Ray Montgomery convicted of domestic violence assault1:03 Christian schools must follow LGBT policies for tuition program1:59 Generational divide emerging in GOP over Israel, Netanyahu: poll2:56 Police officer testifies in Charlie Kirk murder case4:35 Pastor of church on brink of closure finds stash of gold coins5:23 Christian campus group leaders missing in Nigeria6:18 6 faith-based, family-friendly movies to watch this summerSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsRay Montgomery convicted of domestic violence assault | U.S.Christian schools must follow LGBT policies for tuition program | EducationGenerational divide emerging in GOP over Israel, Netanyahu: poll | WorldPolice officer testifies in Charlie Kirk murder case | U.S.Pastor of church on brink of closure finds stash of gold coins | Church & MinistriesChristian campus group leaders missing in Nigeria | World6 faith-based, family-friendly movies to watch this summer | Entertainment

My friend Ryan Rogers returns to the podcast for our third conversation. He's an addictions counselor in Texas, host of Reality Therapy, and now the author of two books — The Woke Mind and his new release, The Carpenter's Recovery, a Christian guide to 12-step recovery. We start with what's being called "gas station heroin": a chemical called 7-OH, extracted from kratom, that's roughly thirteen times stronger than morphine and sold legally next to the 5-Hour Energy drinks at the checkout counter. Ryan walks me through how legal loopholes have produced a generation of accidental addicts, including church kids and high-conscientiousness adults who'd never touch illegal drugs. I share my own "little old lady" story — how my elderly mom was given a 10mg THC gummy by her stoner massage therapist — as a warning to anyone navigating this new landscape with vulnerable elders. From there we go into cannabis-induced psychosis, cannabis use hyperemesis disorder, fentanyl displacing heroin, and what's actually working in addiction treatment. Ryan explains why he wrote a Christian recovery book and why naming Jesus in AA meetings still gets people shut down. We close on the state of the therapy field: woke ideology, AI psychosis, the rise of niche experts over licensed therapists, and why "live your truth, king" is the worst possible response to a client telling you they're about to relapse.Follow Reality Therapy podcast | Follow Ryan on X @ryanmcrogers[00:00:00] Start[00:02:06] Gas Station Heroin: What Is 7-OH?[00:05:55] Kava, Feel Free, and Designer Drugs[00:11:25] How 7-OH Hits the Opioid System[00:14:30] The Little Old Lady THC Gummy Story[00:25:30] Methadone vs. Suboxone for Detox[00:35:56] The Carpenter's Recovery: A Christian Approach[00:40:32] Why AA Pushes Back on Christianity[00:48:15] Reality Therapy and the State of the Field[00:53:42] AI Psychosis and the Future of Therapy[00:58:40] Tough Love and "Live Your Truth, King"[01:04:30] Honoring Who Teenagers Are BecomingROGD REPAIR Course + Community gives concerned parents instant access to over 120 lessons providing the psychological insights and communication tools you need to get through to your kid. Now featuring 24/7 personalized AI support implementing the tools with RepairBot! Use code SOMETHERAPIST2026 to take 50% off your first month.PODCOURSES: use code SOMETHERAPIST at LisaMustard.com/PodCoursesPRODUCTION: Looking for your own podcast producer? Visit PodsByNick.com and mention my podcast for 20% off your initial services.MUSIC: Thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude & permission.ALL OTHER LINKS HERE. To support this show, please leave a rating & review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, like, comment & share via my YouTube channel. Or recommend this to a friend!Learn more about Do No Harm.Take $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover with code SOMETHERAPIST at EightSleep.com.Take 20% off all superfood beverages with code SOMETHERAPIST at Organifi.Check out my shop for book recommendations + wellness products.Show notes & transcript provided with the help of SwellAI.Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission.Watch NO WAY BACK: The Reality of Gender-Affirming Care (our medical ethics documentary, formerly known as Affirmation Generation). Stream the film or purchase a DVD. Use code SOMETHERAPIST to take 20% off your order. Follow us on X @2022affirmation or Instagram at @affirmationgeneration.Have a question for me? Looking to go deeper and discuss these ideas with other listeners? Join my Locals community! Members get to ask questions I will respond to in exclusive, members-only livestreams, post questions for upcoming guests to answer, plus other perks TBD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Josh Monday Christian and Conspiracy Podcast Ep. 389Go fund me for Punta Arenas Trip Flat Earth Experiment: https://gofund.me/21ca67d84How to Support the ministry: $5.99 a monthpatreon.com/JoshMondayChristianandConspiracyPodcastJoin the Patreon here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Joshmonday_podcastIf you want to donate to the Ministry CashAPP:https://cash.app/$JoshmondaymusicPaul and Crystals links: https://thetinfoilhatfactory.com/Youtube: ⁠@joshmondaymusicandpodcast ⁠ Tips for the show to Support our Ministry: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshmondayCoffee Mug Is Available email me your mailing address Joshmonday⁠@rocketmail.com ⁠ Please subscribe to our Spotify and You Tube Channel Joshmondaymusic and Podcast and help us grow so we can keep on spreading the good news. To all of our current and future subscribers thank you for your time, we appreciate you. Please do us a favor subscribe to our You Tube Channel, hit that bell, share, like and comment below on our You tube. Please leave us a 5-Star review on Apple and Spotify.Check out my new show Sunday Service and Wednesday Brought to you by Cult of Conspiracy Podcast. On Cult of Conspiracy Spotify, Patreon and Apple Podcast Channel.Join the study as I go deep into the Bible. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Romans 10:17.#christiancontentcreator #biblestudy #bibleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/josh-monday-christian-and-conspiracy-podcast--6611118/support.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Jane Hampton Cook thought George Washington was overrated…until she began researching his life and reading his writings. Jane, a former White House staffer, served during the administration of former President George W. Bush. In addition, she is an accomplished author, speaker, and historian. Jane highlights the incredible life of George Washington - his career, his leadership, and his faith in “Providence.” Jane says that Washington referred to the hand of Providence - or God's hand in his life - 568 times in his writings alone. “For Washington, leadership wasn't about glory; it was about justice,” declares Jane. She also recounts the spiritual history of young America and the important role gratitude plays in national greatness. TAKEAWAYS The Continental Congress never shied away from calling on the people to hold a time of prayer Jane's brand-new series, Revolutionary Readers for America's 250th, makes history fun for kids America's 250th anniversary is a great chance to learn about the nation's history and have fun celebrating at the same time Washington was a visionary - he understood that he fought for the freedom of unborn millions

Show Notes/Brief Summary/Blog Post:In this episode, Pastor DJ Nunan shares insights into the Timothy Education Center, a unique micro school blending private, public, and homeschooling elements. Discover how faith, community, and flexible curriculum shape a nurturing learning environment.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Micro Schools and Timothy Education Center02:38 The Importance of Willingness in Education05:08 Experience vs. Credentials in Education08:05 Servant Leadership in Education10:51 Impacting Future Generations through Education13:40 Developing a Biblical Worldview in Education16:13 Curriculum Development in Micro Schools20:23 Flexible Learning and Individualized Instruction20:48 Daily Structure and Community Engagement22:39 Parental Involvement and Specialized Instruction24:55 Community Support and Unexpected Contributions26:39 Divine Providence in Education28:47 Sustainable Growth and Enrollment Strategies30:13 Philosophy of Immersion vs. Integration32:36 Navigating the Hope Scholarship Process34:45 The Meaning of Hope in Education39:48 We Have Hope Kim Outro.mp3Episode Highlights:Micro school model blending private, public, and homeschoolingThe importance of servant leadership in educationCurriculum development and customization in small schoolsBuilding community and fostering collaborationThe role of faith and biblical worldview in educationImpact of education on family and communityNavigating school setup and funding through Hope ScholarshipThe significance of hope and trust in educational leadershipTakeaways:Willingness to learn and collaborate is more important than credentials.Experience and care outweigh formal degrees in effective teaching.Servant leadership creates a positive, collaborative school culture.A biblical worldview should be integrated deeply into the curriculum.Flexibility in curriculum allows for personalized student learning.Community involvement and volunteer support are vital for small schools.Trust in God's plan can lead to unexpected opportunities.Building a school is a step-by-step process rooted in obedience.More on Timothy Education Center:Timothy Education Center Website - https://hopespoint.org/the-timothy-education-centerHOPE Scholarship Program - https://hopescholarshipwv.gov/More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!Questions? Email Us! kim@loveyourschool.org www.loveyourschool.orgVisit our Facebook HERE!Visit our Instagram HERE!This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.

In her latest book, Sanctuary People: Faith Based Organizing in Latina/o Communities (NYU Press, 2024), Dr. Gina Perez explores sanctuary practices in Ohio, locating them in broader local and national efforts to provide refuge and care in the face of the challenges facing Latina/o communities in a moment of increased surveillance, migrant detention, displacement, and economic and social marginalization. Pérez argues for a conceptualization of sanctuary that is capacious, placing support of Puerto Ricans displaced in the wake of Hurricane Maria within the broader practices of sanctuary and expanding our understandings of the movement that addresses the precarious conditions of Latinas/os beyond migration status.Based on four years of ethnographic research and interviews at the local, state, and national levels, Sanctuary People offers a compelling exploration of the ways in which faith communities are creating new activist strategies and enacting new forms of solidarity, working within the sometimes conflicting ideological space between religion and activism to answer the call of justice and live their faith. Dr. Gina Perez is a cultural anthropologist and chair of the Department of Comparative American Studies at Oberlin College. She is the author of two award-winning books—The Near Northwest Side Story: Gender, Migration and Puerto Rican Families (2004, University of California Press) and Citizen, Student, Soldier: Latina/o Youth, JROTC and the American Dream (2015, New York University Press). Pérez's research interests include Latinas/os, youth, militarism, gender, migration, urban ethnography, and faith-based organizing. Her new project focuses on sanctuary movements and multiethnic faith-based organizing among Latina/o communities in Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latino-studies

In her latest book, Sanctuary People: Faith Based Organizing in Latina/o Communities (NYU Press, 2024), Dr. Gina Perez explores sanctuary practices in Ohio, locating them in broader local and national efforts to provide refuge and care in the face of the challenges facing Latina/o communities in a moment of increased surveillance, migrant detention, displacement, and economic and social marginalization. Pérez argues for a conceptualization of sanctuary that is capacious, placing support of Puerto Ricans displaced in the wake of Hurricane Maria within the broader practices of sanctuary and expanding our understandings of the movement that addresses the precarious conditions of Latinas/os beyond migration status.Based on four years of ethnographic research and interviews at the local, state, and national levels, Sanctuary People offers a compelling exploration of the ways in which faith communities are creating new activist strategies and enacting new forms of solidarity, working within the sometimes conflicting ideological space between religion and activism to answer the call of justice and live their faith. Dr. Gina Perez is a cultural anthropologist and chair of the Department of Comparative American Studies at Oberlin College. She is the author of two award-winning books—The Near Northwest Side Story: Gender, Migration and Puerto Rican Families (2004, University of California Press) and Citizen, Student, Soldier: Latina/o Youth, JROTC and the American Dream (2015, New York University Press). Pérez's research interests include Latinas/os, youth, militarism, gender, migration, urban ethnography, and faith-based organizing. Her new project focuses on sanctuary movements and multiethnic faith-based organizing among Latina/o communities in Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

6-26-2026: Wake Up Missouri with Randy Tobler, Shannon Tobler, John Marsh, and Producer Drake

In this episode, I sit down with OCD therapist and scrupulosity specialist Justin Hughes to explore how religious OCD can hijack faith, why common attempts to find certainty often make things worse, and what true recovery can look like.  

In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees sits down with Mark Rowan, founder of Sheep Feast, to discuss what it means to disciple your business and lead with faith, surrender, and stewardship. Together, they explore:• Why leadership starts with surrendering control to God• How discipleship applies to business leadership• The connection between faith and operational systems• Common mistakes Christian entrepreneurs make• How strong communication and organization support stewardship• What it means to truly shepherd the people you lead If you've ever struggled to balance faith, leadership, structure, and service, this episode will encourage you to lead with both conviction and clarity.

Have you ever felt like your mind just won't slow down? The overthinking, the worry, the constant "what if" scenarios can leave you feeling mentally exhausted and emotionally drained.In this episode, I sit down with the creator of the C.A.S.T.™ Anxiety Cards to have an honest conversation about anxiety, faith, and mental wellness. We discuss what anxiety really is, why it affects both the mind and body, and how Christian women can use practical, faith-based tools to find peace in the middle of difficult seasons.You'll learn how the C.A.S.T.™ Method helps you confront anxious thoughts, align your mind with God's truth, shift your perspective, and transform the way you respond to anxiety. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that struggling with anxiety does not make you a bad Christian, and you do not have to walk through it alone.If you've been carrying the weight of worry, feeling overwhelmed by life, or simply longing for more peace, this conversation is for you.

Synthetic kratom's dangerous rise, fixing college sports, and faith-based medicine in a changing New York. Plus, Mollie Hemingway on Justice Samuel Alito's character, a world-record pizza maker, a Father's Day commentary from Seth Troutt, and the Thursday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Harbinger Tours, supporting Israel through luxury tours, with a November departure led by Marshall and Jessica Pennell. HarbingerTours.net

Josh Monday Christian and Conspiracy Podcast Ep. 384Go fund me for Punta Arenas Trip Flat Earth Experiment: https://gofund.me/21ca67d84How to Support the ministry: $5.99 a monthpatreon.com/JoshMondayChristianandConspiracyPodcastJoin the Patreon here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Joshmonday_podcastIf you want to donate to the Ministry CashAPP:https://cash.app/$JoshmondaymusicPaul and Crystals links: https://thetinfoilhatfactory.com/Youtube: ⁠@joshmondaymusicandpodcast ⁠ Tips for the show to Support our Ministry: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshmondayCoffee Mug Is Available email me your mailing address Joshmonday⁠@rocketmail.com ⁠ Please subscribe to our Spotify and You Tube Channel Joshmondaymusic and Podcast and help us grow so we can keep on spreading the good news. To all of our current and future subscribers thank you for your time, we appreciate you. Please do us a favor subscribe to our You Tube Channel, hit that bell, share, like and comment below on our You tube. Please leave us a 5-Star review on Apple and Spotify.Check out my new show Sunday Service and Wednesday Brought to you by Cult of Conspiracy Podcast. On Cult of Conspiracy Spotify, Patreon and Apple Podcast Channel.Join the study as I go deep into the Bible. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Romans 10:17.#christiancontentcreator #biblestudy #bibleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/josh-monday-christian-and-conspiracy-podcast--6611118/support.

Josh Monday Christian and Conspiracy Podcast Ep. 383Go fund me for Punta Arenas Trip Flat Earth Experiment: https://gofund.me/21ca67d84How to Support the ministry: $5.99 a monthpatreon.com/JoshMondayChristianandConspiracyPodcastJoin the Patreon here: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Joshmonday_podcastIf you want to donate to the Ministry CashAPP:https://cash.app/$JoshmondaymusicPaul and Crystals links: https://thetinfoilhatfactory.com/Youtube: ⁠@joshmondaymusicandpodcast ⁠ Tips for the show to Support our Ministry: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshmondayCoffee Mug Is Available email me your mailing address Joshmonday⁠@rocketmail.com ⁠ Please subscribe to our Spotify and You Tube Channel Joshmondaymusic and Podcast and help us grow so we can keep on spreading the good news. To all of our current and future subscribers thank you for your time, we appreciate you. Please do us a favor subscribe to our You Tube Channel, hit that bell, share, like and comment below on our You tube. Please leave us a 5-Star review on Apple and Spotify.Check out my new show Sunday Service and Wednesday Brought to you by Cult of Conspiracy Podcast. On Cult of Conspiracy Spotify, Patreon and Apple Podcast Channel.Join the study as I go deep into the Bible. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Romans 10:17.#christiancontentcreator #biblestudy #bibleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/josh-monday-christian-and-conspiracy-podcast--6611118/support.

Many writers assume that Christian stories are defined by clean content, religious themes, or explicit references to faith. But a Christian worldview is not a genre.In this episode of The Storyteller's Mission, Zena Dell Lowe explains why many faith-based stories feel preachy, emotionally shallow, or dramatically ineffective despite their good intentions. More importantly, she reveals how writers can create stories that communicate biblical truth at a deep structural level without relying on overt religious content.Through examples from Die Hard, Lethal Weapon, Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters, and modern storytelling trends, you'll discover the difference between worldview and genre, truth and signaling, and why some secular stories often resonate more deeply than many faith-based films.Topics Covered:• Christian worldview vs Christian genre • Why faith-based films often struggle • Storytelling and moral truth • Die Hard and biblical morality • Lethal Weapon as moral storytelling • Principles vs rules in story • The problem with preachy writing • Writing stories that resonate • Biblical worldview in screenwriting • Christian storytelling and cultureCHAPTERS00:00 A Secular Story Can Tell More Truth 01:12 What People Mean by "Christian Film" 02:00 Why Die Hard Matters 03:00 Principles vs Rules 05:30 Compassion vs Justice 06:30 What a Worldview Really Is 07:10 Genre vs Worldview 08:20 The Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters Example 10:30 Why Nuance Matters 11:10 Secular Stories and Biblical Truth 11:25 Lethal Weapon vs Modern Storytelling 12:40 The Postmodern Worldview Shift 14:00 What Writing a Christian Worldview Actually Means 15:25 Stop Trying to Write Christian Stories 15:50 Why the Faith-Based Industry Struggles 17:35 What This Means for Writers 19:45 We Need More Truthful StoriesWatch this episode on YouTubeFree Resources for Writers:Seven Deadly Plot Points FREE TRAINING VIDEO Free Video Tutorial for ScreenwritingSign up for The Storyteller's Digest, my exclusive bi-monthly newsletter for writers and storytellers. Each edition delivers an insightful article or practical writing tip straight from me, designed to help you master your craft and tell compelling stories.The Storyteller's Mission Podcast is now on YouTube.  Subscribe to our channel and never miss a new episode or announcement.

What happens when a mentor says, “I was wrong”? In this honest and faith-filled conversation, Zach and Derrick unpack how humility, repentance, and authentic apologies can transform mentoring relationships, rebuild trust, and model the heart of Jesus to kids from hard places. If you've ever wondered whether admitting mistakes makes you weaker as a mentor, this episode will challenge you to see vulnerability as one of your greatest strengths. Make sure to follow Derrick @derrick.sier!If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.Want to go deeper?• Join our Learning Lab for mentoring resources and community• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Come to our annual You Can Mentor GatheringYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor

In this exciting episode of Kingdom Crossroads, T.S. Wright welcomes bestselling author Chad Stewart, creator of the internationally acclaimed Britfield adventure series. Chad shares the incredible story of how a simple idea born during an insurance seminar became a seven-book global phenomenon and an upcoming major motion picture franchise.Together, they discuss creativity, storytelling, faith, family-friendly entertainment, and why the world is hungry for clean, inspiring content that uplifts rather than tears down.Chad explains how Britfield combines fast-paced adventure with authentic themes of courage, friendship, loyalty, and hope — all while incorporating education, culture, history, and creativity into every story. The conversation also explores Hollywood, storytelling principles behind Star Wars, the importance of prayer, and the future of Christian-centered media.If you love inspiring stories, visionary creators, and conversations about purpose-driven entertainment, this episode is for you.In This EpisodeChad Stewart's journey from investment banking to bestselling authorThe origin story behind the Britfield seriesWhy storytelling shapes culture and creativityThe dangers of modern fantasy agendas targeting childrenHow Britfield promotes faith-centered values without compromising adventureUpcoming Britfield movie adaptationsLessons learned from Star Wars storytelling structureThe importance of prayer, purpose, and perseveranceWhy clean family entertainment is in massive demandAbout Chad StewartChad Stewart is the author and creator of the Britfield series, a globally recognized adventure franchise designed to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and hope in readers of all ages. His books combine action-packed storytelling with educational themes rooted in history, geography, culture, and authentic human values. Chad is also actively developing the Britfield film series, with plans for seven major motion pictures.Resources & LinksOfficial Website: Britfield Official WebsiteLearn more about Britfield and the Lost CrownCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Memorable Quotes“Every child is a gift of God… creative, brilliant, and born with purpose.”“Storytelling shapes everything in life.”“Prayer is where the battles are fought and won.”Subscribe & ShareIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Kingdom Crossroads, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who loves inspiring stories, creativity, and faith-centered conversations.

Bob Proctor shares a powerful lesson on mindset, awareness, and the power of choice. By understanding how your mind works and consciously choosing positive, knowledge-based thinking over fear and doubt, you can transform your life. True success comes from developing faith through understanding and disciplined focus.Want Ad-Free Episodes? Join QOD Club and hear zero ads inside our Circle community. Plus, book clubs, mentorship calls, weekly business trainings, and new likeminded friends. Get started for only $9.Source: Paradigm Shift Bob Proctor - Breaking Free from Negativity - Ep. 7Hosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.