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Is God's love just a warm sentiment, like a Hallmark card? Or is it the kind of love that has the power to change your life and the world? The apostle John proclaimed that God's love comes first, and through it, everything can change. Join us for our new sermon series, First Love, as we study John's first letter to explore the depth and power of God's unconditional love.Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncardIf you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give
It's a danger to allow 'Church-tianity' to take us away from True Christianity; distractions to draw us from our first love for Jesus. 3 things we need to do if we have wandered away, or risk losing the lampstand – Remember, Repent and Return!
It's a danger to allow 'Church-tianity' to take us away from True Christianity; distractions to draw us from our first love for Jesus. 3 things we need to do if we have wandered away, or risk losing the lampstand – Remember, Repent and Return!
A reminder for us soulpreneurs:You have to do stuff you don't naturally love… until you have enough money to do only what you love.Building a business as a solopreneur involves a huge variety of tasks and projects, most of which you wouldn't naturally have thought – “This was what I was looking forward to doing, day to day, with an authentic business!”The stronger your passion and vision for what should be your ideal work, the stronger you'll feel the gap. The destination seems so far from where you are now.The sane solution? You'll have to practice loving what you “have to” do now, to make money, so you can – one day in future – make money doing only what you love. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
Catching you up on episodes 2-6 of Love Island Games, sharing my FIRST time viewer impressions (and questions) from Love After Lockup S6 Part 2, and reflecting back on my interview with Welcome to Plathville star Olivia Plath. What are you watching?
No matter where the church may be found throughout history and around the world, the foundation remains the same – it is Jesus Christ! The early church was known by their love, that first love of being near to Christ that poured out through them onto a waiting world. How are we doing with that […] The post First Love appeared first on Rockpointe Community Church.
God created us male and female, each with unique roles that reflect His image and purpose in marriage. While culture has tried to blur and complicate gender, Scripture makes clear that both man and woman are distinct yet equal, designed to complement one another. The principle of first love shows us that marriages thrive when husbands sacrificially love their wives, modeling the love of Christ for the Church. In this message, Pastor Jimmy Witcher reminds us that when we embrace God's design for gender and marriage, our relationships reflect the very love and unity of the Godhead.
In Revelation 2:1–7, Jesus commends the church at Ephesus for their perseverance and endurance but confronts them for drifting from their first love. This message invites us to examine our own hearts, repent of empty religion, and return to a real relationship with Jesus — allowing His mercy and forgiveness to reignite our love for Him and for others. True mission and lasting fruit flow only from the overflow of first love.
In Revelation 2:1–7, Jesus commends the church at Ephesus for their perseverance and endurance but confronts them for drifting from their first love. This message invites us to examine our own hearts, repent of empty religion, and return to a real relationship with Jesus — allowing His mercy and forgiveness to reignite our love for Him and for others. True mission and lasting fruit flow only from the overflow of first love.
No matter where the church may be found throughout history and around the world, the foundation remains the same – it is Jesus Christ! The early church was known by their love, that first love of being near to Christ that poured out through them onto a waiting world. How are we doing with that […] The post First Love appeared first on Rockpointe Community Church.
Is God's love just a warm sentiment, like a Hallmark card? Or is it the kind of love that has the power to change your life and the world? The apostle John proclaimed that God's love comes first, and through it, everything can change. Join us for our new sermon series, First Love, as we study John's first letter to explore the depth and power of God's unconditional love.Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncardIf you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give
They say you never forget your first love. And maybe that's true - not because it was perfect, but because it carried an intensity that later relationships rarely match. Years later, a song, a name, or a face in a crowd can bring the memory back, fresh and overwhelming.In this episode, we talk about first crushes, awkward kisses, and secret teenage romances. Some stories are sweet, others bittersweet, but all of them remind us how powerful those early feelings can be - and how they stay with us, even when everything else has moved on.Listen in for reflections on:Why first love often feels more vivid than later relationshipsHow memory reshapes our earliest experiences of desire and disappointmentThe sweet, sometimes innocent intensity of loving for the very first time
In this first message of our new Revelation series, Pastor Jason lays the foundation for understanding this powerful book of the Bible. He unpacks the context and dives into the very first letter to the church in Ephesus where Jesus warns that they have lost their first love. It is a timely reminder for us all: we can be busy doing good works, but if our love for Christ is not at the center, we have missed the heart of it all. Join us as we begin this sobering and hope-filled journey through Revelation!Pneuma Life Church with Pastors Jason & Jessica Huffman in Saint Johns, Florida. Make Jesus Known. Make Disciples. Make A Difference.Join us live for services each Sunday at 10AM4100 Race Track Rd. (Durbin Creek Elementary) Saint Johns, FL 32259 Visit us online at: https://pneumalife.churchEmail: hello@pneuma.life
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Pray and Go: Returning to Our First Love Revelation 2 Pastor Jeremy
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First LoveThere are many fights and battles that the believer will engage in over the span of a lifetime, but the most important fight, is the fight for your own heart. DNA Questions Discover-Which snapshot of the Ephesian church most intrigues you? Acts 19, Ephesians 3:8-10, or Revelation 2:1-7?-Which aspect of doctrine would you want to explore more in depth that is addressed in these texts? (Spiritual Warfare, Ecclesiology, Apologetics, etc) Nurture-Is it easier for you to understand the Gospel as “True News” or “Good News?” Why? -How aware are you of the motivations of your heart on any given day? (Feelings, Thoughts, Temptations)-What do you need from Jesus in this season? From your DNA group? Act-In what way(s) do you typically presume on the kindness of God, that would keep you from remembering His mercy and grace in your life?-In your current season, what is the Spirit leading you to repent of? -In what specific ways are you currently/actively avoiding obeying the Lord?
First LoveThere are many fights and battles that the believer will engage in over the span of a lifetime, but the most important fight, is the fight for your own heart. DNA Questions Discover-Which snapshot of the Ephesian church most intrigues you? Acts 19, Ephesians 3:8-10, or Revelation 2:1-7?-Which aspect of doctrine would you want to explore more in depth that is addressed in these texts? (Spiritual Warfare, Ecclesiology, Apologetics, etc) Nurture-Is it easier for you to understand the Gospel as “True News” or “Good News?” Why? -How aware are you of the motivations of your heart on any given day? (Feelings, Thoughts, Temptations)-What do you need from Jesus in this season? From your DNA group? Act-In what way(s) do you typically presume on the kindness of God, that would keep you from remembering His mercy and grace in your life?-In your current season, what is the Spirit leading you to repent of? -In what specific ways are you currently/actively avoiding obeying the Lord?
Is God's love just a warm sentiment, like a Hallmark card? Or is it the kind of love that has the power to change your life and the world? The apostle John proclaimed that God's love comes first, and through it, everything can change. Join us for our new sermon series, First Love, as we study John's first letter to explore the depth and power of God's unconditional love.Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncardIf you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give
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GG Hawkins sits down with Carmen Emmi (director, writer) and Erik Vogt-Nilsen (editor) of Plainclothes, a striking debut feature that blends the aching vulnerability of first love with the sharp tension of queer identity under surveillance. Set in 1997 and laced with nostalgic Hi8 footage, the film isn't just a period piece — it's a raw, intimate time capsule of self-discovery, repression, and resilience. This episode dives deep into the emotional and creative process behind the film, from Sundance dreams to strawberry farm editing sessions and how true collaboration can unlock something extraordinary. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guests discuss… The genesis and central themes of Plainclothes, including first love/obsession, policing emotions, identity, nostalgia, and honesty in queer storytelling Why the 1990s setting — especially 1997 — was chosen, both for personal reasons and as a tool for emotional resonance How Carmen and Erik came together creatively, even though Erik joined after principal photography, and how they structured their collaboration (the “Editing Intentions” document, visits, tone setting, etc.) The editorial process: charting out passes, refining scenes, balancing structure vs. emotional truth, and maintaining rawness from the editor's cut through to the final version Test screenings: what kinds of feedback matter, figuring out clarity vs. ambiguity in the narrative, audience confusion around timelines, and how those screenings shaped the final cut On‑set dynamics: director's approaches, setting tone (no yelling unless dire), using music on set, capturing wordless moments, incubating trust and structure among cast and crew Filmmaking tools & creative choices: use of Hi8 footage to express internal states like anxiety; letting instinct and experimentation guide sequences; integrating personal memory and sensory detail into the cinematic style Advice for emerging filmmakers: avoid perfectionism, work with collaborators or friends you trust, give ideas a chance in editing, accept that not everything needs to be precious, learn from every project Memorable Quotes: “It was really, every creative decision I made was like, it was all stemmed from like, what does it feel like to police your feelings?” “One rule. And that was no yelling on set unless like someone's life was in danger…” “We had a lot of love for the story … there was so much levity and play in the edit room … even though we were dealing with very serious kind of themes…” “Give every idea a try … you don't have to spend too much time on it, if it's not working. But … that yes and‑kind of mentality … unlocks stuff you would never think of.” Guests: Carmen Emmi Erik Vogt-Nilsen Resources: Plainclothes Official Trailer I Really Love My Husband Screenings Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram
In honor of it being first love day, we reminisce on our first loves and discuss what life would be like had we ended up with them...
First Love And Cheeseburger Days (9/18/25) by 96.5 WKLH
Der "Tag der ersten Liebe" wird am 18.9. gefeiert. An diesem Tag gedenken wir der ersten Verliebtheit, diesem kribbeln im Bauch und die damit verbunden Gefühle. Kannst du dich noch an deine erste Liebe erinnern? War diese Beziehung prägend für dein Liebesleben? Bist du IHM oder IHR vielleicht später mal wieder begegnet? Was hast du da gedacht? Oder: Bist du vielleicht sogar noch mit deiner ersten großen Liebe zusammen?Mit dabei in diesem Podcast: Psychotherapeutin Mag. Julia ScherbaumMich findest du auf INSTAGRAM bei Fragen oder Ideen für diesen Podcast.
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Is God's love just a warm sentiment, like a Hallmark card? Or is it the kind of love that has the power to change your life and the world? The apostle John proclaimed that God's love comes first, and through it, everything can change. Join us for our new sermon series, First Love, as we study John's first letter to explore the depth and power of God's unconditional love.Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncardIf you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give
We dive into the 4 different groups of people that encounter the kingdom, and which group will last. Spoiler alert, it's the one with first love.
In Part 1 of our POP 101 series on Hikaru Utada (宇多田ヒカル), Chris and Chantel Nicole explore the early career of one of J-pop's most influential artists - tracing their rise from Cubic U to the record-breaking success of "First Love" and the sonic expansion of "Distance".We discuss how Utada's unique background, artistry, and lyrical perspective reshaped the Japanese music landscape, set new industry standards, and laid the foundation for a career that would span decades.From underground beginnings to instant icon status, this episode unpacks the origins of a legend.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:56 - A Brief History of J-Pop4:52 - The Beginnings, Cubic U and "Precious"6:11 - "Close To You"12:58 - "Automatic" / "Time Will Tell"20:45 - "Movin' On Without You"25:41 - "First Love" album and single33:13 - "Addicted To You"37:50 - "Wait and See -Risk-", "For You" / "Time Limit" and "Can You Keep A Secret?"39:28 - POP QUIZ! Give us your answers in the comments for a shout-out!46:07 - "Distance" albumReferences:“Close To You” (Cubic U) MV https://youtu.be/w3pOdc6i224?si=EwbsM7eDmV13-8Qe“Automatic” MV https://youtu.be/-9DxpPiE458?si=8aBT8yqGPUM_qVbw “Automatic” Live 1999 https://youtu.be/OTGTqh1w8kg?si=whRESvduf5HOMe9G “Movin' On Without You” MV https://youtu.be/9qU-JVtvXKw?si=5rVv1tpS_7ZI36xt “First Love” MV https://youtu.be/o1sUaVJUeB0?si=TD3m8sustCmkkDA3 “Addicted To You” MV https://youtu.be/h6EqqOiTiwk?si=2PvmPLJQTaalfuhX “Wait & See ~リスク~” MV https://youtu.be/zIEf-xJ8VE4?si=MiSTN2uT4VQt0fxs “For You” MV https://youtu.be/iJoNSuGpjNc?si=xRcKdcVGTK9AqbB9“タイム・リミット” MV https://youtu.be/evvXqGJk1T8?si=3e0pLl-yBJSqTdrh “Can You Keep A Secret?” MV https://youtu.be/SRQbQ_nd4fc?si=xU2xWILIUKS_m2Qw
Raj Prakash Paul || The Lord's Church India
It is a perilous thing, in this passing world, to place any love above Jesus Christ, who is Love Himself. Many fair things there are under the sun – family, our houses, the laughter of children, and the solace of deep companionship. These are good, and given as gifts by the Giver of all light. Yet they are but reflections, glimmering on the surface of the water, of the Great Light from Heaven.Our hearts, being frail and easily beguiled, are prone to cling to the reflection, forgetting the Sun. But the Lord, who is both Shepherd and King, calls us to a higher love, a consuming fire that purifies all others. “If anyone comes to Me and hates not father and mother, wife and children…”-- so He speaks, not to destroy love, but to order it aright. For in such words there is no call to cruelty or coldness, but rather to a fierce allegiance, a loyalty that puts first things first. He who is before all must be above all, or else all loves grow crooked and dim.To follow Him is to lay down even the fairest treasures of earth, not in bitterness, but in trust that they shall be returned transfigured. He does not take away to impoverish, but to sanctify. He wants to place every love, every joy, every sorrow, into its proper place beneath the crown of His lordship. Only then do the lesser loves shine with true glory, flowing as clear streams from the great Fountain. For when He is the first love, all else is redeemed; but when He is set aside, even good things become shadows and burdens.So let the heart be steadfast. Let Him be the axis upon which all turns, the melody to which all harmonies must bend. For He alone is the End and the Way, the Flame imperishable, the Love that neither fades nor fails.Yet the path of such love is not without its trials. For the heart must be weaned from many lesser loves, and this weaning is often bitter. The soul may cry out, fearing loss, misunderstanding the command as cruelty. But here lies the mystery: in surrender, we are not emptied, but filled. In placing Christ first – before family, before comfort, before even our own lives – we are not forsaking love, but entering into its truest form. For He is the source from which all loves spring, and without Him, they wither like leaves in a wind.Consider the saints of old, who counted all things loss for the surpassing worth of knowing Him. They were not joyless, nor did they despise the earth, but they saw clearly. Their gaze was fixed beyond the hills, upon a country greater and a King more worthy than all earthly crowns. We too must learn this wisdom: that every good thing flows rightly from a heart anchored in Christ. To love Him first is not to love others less, but more purely, more freely, and with eternity in view. For only in His light do we see light and only in His love are all other loves made whole. Once we order our love properly, then we can finally say with St. Paul as we heard in the Second Reading today, “I (am), an old man, and now also a prisoner for Christ Jesus.” And rejoice! --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give
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Is God's love just a warm sentiment, like a Hallmark card? Or is it the kind of love that has the power to change your life and the world? The apostle John proclaimed that God's love comes first, and through it, everything can change. Join us for our new sermon series, First Love, as we study John's first letter to explore the depth and power of God's unconditional love.Let us know you're here! If you have a need or prayer request we can support you: thecompass.net/connectioncardIf you call The Compass your church home or you'd like to partner with us in what God is doing here, near, and far, you can visit thecompass.net/give
This week we catch up with legendary C64 composer Jeroen Tel of Maniacs of Noise fame. Jeroen takes us back to the early days of programming music directly in machine code, pushing the SID chip to its limits, and soundtracking classics like Cybernoid, Hawkeye, Supremacy, and Turbo OutRun. From cracktros and demo parties, we hear the story of some of the most iconic game music of the 8-bit era. This episode was recorded live at Retromessa in Norway Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 43:56 - Jeroen Tel Interview Please visit our amazing sponsors and help to support the show: Play Expo Blackpool: https://www.playexpoblackpool.com/ Bitmap Books - https://www.bitmapbooks.com Check out PCBWay at https://pcbway.com for all your PCB needs Take your business to the next level today and enjoy 3 months of Shopify for £1/month: https://shopify.co.uk/retrohour We need your help to ensure the future of the podcast, if you'd like to help us with running costs, equipment and hosting, please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://theretrohour.com/support/ https://www.patreon.com/retrohour Get your Retro Hour merchandise: https://bit.ly/33OWBKd Join our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/GQw8qp8 Website: http://theretrohour.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theretrohour/ X: https://twitter.com/retrohouruk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retrohouruk/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theretrohour.com Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/theretrohour Show notes LAN Party Adventures: https://tinyurl.com/h3kuyevt Xbox 360 Softmod Is Coming: https://youtu.be/0gRHubim8DI Llamasoft & Activision Evercade Collections: https://tinyurl.com/4fpcjtzb Analogue 3D Updates: https://tinyurl.com/3hzc9mky M64: https://tinyurl.com/yxea37te JRPGs Getting Pulled Off Switch Store: https://tinyurl.com/yc4kruea
In this powerful episode of Hey Spirit, Theresa connects actor Matt Bomer with his departed loved ones in a reading full of love, healing, and validation. From his supportive grandparents to a first love gone too soon, Spirit delivers deeply personal messages that bring comfort, closure, and undeniable signs from the other side. Matt shares heartfelt reflections on family, acceptance, and the lasting impact of love, while Theresa channels spirit with compassion, humor, and clarity. Whether you've lost someone close or simply believe in the bond that transcends life and death, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to The Groupchat besties!!!In The Groupchat, we share some of your TMI & embarrassing stories that always leaves us on the end of our seat and crying of laughter! We share our advice around YOUR dilemmas and help you navigate different situations in life from dating, friendship, family, life & everything in between! As always your secret is safe with us and whatever happens in The Groupchat stays in The Groupchat!If you'd like to join The Groupchat and share any TMI stories, have your say in our dilemma debates or need any advice please DM or email us from the below: Instagram: @thegroupchatTik Tok: @the.groupchatpod Email: hello.thegroupchatpodcast@gmail.com follow Liv on socials: Instagram: @oliviamesciaTiktok: @oliviamesciafollow Ash on socials:Instagram: @ashleymesciaTik Tok: @ashleymesciaSee you next Thursday xx*We'd like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land in which we are able to record this podcast. We would like to pay respect to elders past, present and emerging and any aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people here today.* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
First Love and Forever Mine with Mick & Lynn Gagetta (Rerun)