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Send us a textMentoring isn't just coffee chats and “pick your brain” DMs—it's a performance accelerant. In this episode, Thompson Dickerson and I dig into why mentoring matters, how to find the right mentor (not just the most famous one), the difference between formal programs and informal “choose-your-own-adventure” mentoring, and the underrated superpower of receiving feedback with grace. Thompson also shares a personal mentoring story that changed her trajectory—and her playbook for keeping mentor relationships healthy, mutual, and results-focused.Key TakeawaysMentoring = speed + safety. You get to skip avoidable mistakes and test ideas with someone who's been there.Right fit > big name. Look for values alignment, relevant reps, and someone who gives feedback (not just stories).Formal vs. informal: Formal programs create access and structure; informal mentoring often delivers speed and chemistry. Use both.Own the asks. Come to sessions with goals, updates, and a “receipt” of what you tried since last time.Feedback is a leadership skill. Ask for it specifically, receive it calmly, and translate it into action fast.Close loops. Follow up with what you did and what changed—mentors invest more when they see impact.Quote from Thompson: “Great mentors don't hand you answers—they hand you mirrors and maps. Your job is to walk.”Resources You Can UseThanks for the Feedback — Douglas Stone & Sheila HeenRadical Candor — Kim ScottThe Coaching Habit — Michael Bungay StanierHBR Guide to Getting the Mentoring You Need — Harvard Business ReviewCenter for Creative Leadership (CCL) — Tools & articles on mentoring and feedbackSHRM Mentorship Toolkit — Templates for formal programsEpisode ExtrasReflection prompt: What feedback theme keeps showing up? What's one behavior you'll test this week?Manager challenge: Pair each new leader with a “situational mentor” for their biggest upcoming challenge.Connect with Thompson DickersonEmail: [thompson.dickerson@example.com] (update with preferred email)LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/thompsondickerson] (update with correct URL)Website: (add if applicable)CTA: If this episode helped, share it with a manager who's mentoring (or needs one), leave a quick rating, and tell us your best mentoring win—we might feature it on a future episode.Support the showConnect with Dawn:Website: www.managewithhart.comInstagram: @managewithhart

No último dia 17, uma multidão de manifestantes tomou as ruas de Israel. Os protestos aconteceram em pontos diferentes do país, reunindo centenas de milhares de pessoas que exigiam a devolução de todos os reféns e o fim da guerra.Esse movimento representa mais de 70% da população israelense, e se tornou ainda mais urgente desde que o governo de Bibi Netanyahu anunciou que pretende prosseguir com a ofensiva, ocupar a Faixa de Gaza e entrar nas áreas onde os reféns estão mantidos. Para contar como foram as manifestações e como está o clima geral em Israel, convidamos a Mariana Iguelka, formada em Educação e Filosofia Judaica na Universidade Hebraica de Jerusalém, Coordenadora de Educação Não-Formal no Yad Vashem, que vive em Israel desde 2021

As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe In this episode, I speak with Frederic Schuller, an award-winning theoretical physicist and professor, who insists the undergrad tale of energy sloshing between kinetic and potential is just talk unless the math says so. Borrowing Port-Hamiltonian thinking, he's building probability ports to pull measurement talk into actual quantum formalism—no change to QM, just sharper math. He also flips gravity: start from the matter action and construct the compatible gravitational dynamics—Maxwell in, Einstein–Hilbert out. And if nature ever breaks our current causal picture, the scheme points to richer structures (and the gravity to match)—a modest idea, pushed hard. Join My New Substack (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gL14b92xAErofYQA7bU4e Timestamps: - 00:00 - Deriving Einstein from Maxwell Alone - 05:55 - Why Energy Doesn't Flow in Quantum Systems - 11:45 - How Modest Ideas Lead to Spacetime Revolution - 19:00 - Matter Dynamics Dictate Spacetime Geometry - 24:03 - Maxwell to Einstein-Hilbert Action - 31:00 - If Light Rays Split in Vacuum Then Einstein is Wrong - 38:04 - When Your Theory is Wrong - 46:10 - From Propositional Logic to Differential Geometry - 54:00 - Never Use Motivating Examples - 1:02:00 - Why Only Active Researchers Should Teach - 1:09:40 - High Demands as Greatest Motivator - 1:16:00 - Is Gravity a Force? - 1:27:00 - Academic Freedom vs Bureaucratic Science - 1:38:00 - Why String Theory Didn't Feel Right - 1:46:05 - Formal vs Conceptual Understanding - 1:54:10 - Master Any Subject: Check Every Equal Sign - 2:04:00 - The Drama of Blackboard Teaching - 2:13:15 - Why Physical Presence Matters in Universities Links Mentioned: - Frederic's Papers: https://scholar.google.com/citations - Frederic's Lectures: https://www.youtube.com/@FredericSchuller - Frederic's Bio: https://people.utwente.nl/f.p.schuller - General Relativity Lecture Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist - Quantum Harmonic Oscillator [Lecture]: https://youtu.be/s3I_MGfGm-w - Constructive Gravity [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2003.09726 - Geometry Of Manifolds [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/hep-th/0508170 - Jacob Barandes [TOE]: https://youtu.be/7oWip00iXbo - Roger Penrose [TOE]: https://youtu.be/sGm505TFMbU - All Possible Paths [TOE]: https://youtu.be/XcY3ZtgYis0 - Neil Turok [TOE]: https://youtu.be/ZUp9x44N3uE - Space-Time Structure [Book]: https://www.amazon.com/Space-Time-Structure-Cambridge-Science-Classics/dp/0521315204 - Greg Chaitin [TOE]: https://youtu.be/PoEuav8G6sY - Ivette Fuentes [TOE]: https://youtu.be/cUj2TcZSlZc - Ted Jacobson [TOE]: https://youtu.be/3mhctWlXyV8 - Eva Miranda [TOE]: https://youtu.be/6XyMepn-AZo - Jonathan Oppenheim [TOE]: https://youtu.be/6Z_p3viqW1g - String Theory Iceberg [TOE]: https://youtu.be/X4PdPnQuwjY - Sabine Hossenfelder [TOE]: https://youtu.be/E3y-Z0pgupg - Leonard Susskind [TOE]: https://youtu.be/2p_Hlm6aCok - What Is Energy? [TOE]: https://youtu.be/hQk9GLZ0Fms - Claudia De Rham [TOE]: https://youtu.be/Ve_Mpd6dGv8 SUPPORT: - Become a YouTube Member (Early Access Videos): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWIQh9DGG6uhJk8eyIFl1w/join - Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/curtjaimungal - Support me on Crypto: https://commerce.coinbase.com/checkout/de803625-87d3-4300-ab6d-85d4258834a9 - Support me on PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XUBHNMFXUX5S4 SOCIALS: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOEwithCurt - Discord Invite: https://discord.com/invite/kBcnfNVwqs Guests do not pay to appear. Theories of Everything receives revenue solely from viewer donations, platform ads, and clearly labelled sponsors; no guest or associated entity has ever given compensation, directly or through intermediaries. #science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we entertain with satire and comedy. — — — Become a valued and cherished Board Member today: https://www.patreon.com/timelineearth… Check out LineMart, our Official TLE Merchandise store: https://www.toplobsta.com/collections/timeline-earth — — — Recorded LIVE every Wednesday! (4/9/2025) Featuring, the "The Golden Throat", Car Campit: https://twitter.com/TLE_Car And the "Number One PTO User of the Year", Aaron: https://twitter.com/btwa_RETURNS And as always, the wise and Dionysian Birdarchist: https://twitter.com/TLEbirdarchist And of course, the team's erudite investigator Paz: https://twitter.com/TLEPaz Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/timelineearth — — — THE EARTH IS A LINE!

Why This Episode Matters:In a world where producers feel pressured to push out endless content, Chris Mazuera offers an alternative: slow down, be patient, and build with intention. His philosophy proves that creativity and longevity come from balance, not burnout.Support ProducerHeadIf ProducerHead has given you clarity, inspiration, or just a spark in your process, consider a premium subscription (only $6/month, even less annually). For less than the cost of a plug-in, you can help sustain the show, grow the community, and keep the core content free for every producer who needs it.Who is Chris Mazuera:Chris Mazuera is a Brooklyn-based producer and artist blending hip-hop, jazz, psychedelic, and Latin influences. Moving to New York at 19, he delved into music production crafting beats and developed his signature sound. In 2018, he released his debut album Monstera, a project that wove together his guitar-driven beginnings with his evolving love for jazz and hip-hop.What We Dive Into:* Why patience is a superpower for producers* The role of health and lifestyle in creativity* The importance of community and collaboration* Chris's influences and gear choices* How to build longevity in musicThree Key Takeaways:* Patience Creates Longevity – True creativity takes time. Don't rush the process.* Your Studio Is Not a Vacuum – Your creative output is a mirror. What is it showing you?* Community Inspires Growth – Collaboration keeps you accountable and pushes your creativity further.Before You Go:Take one action from Chris's approach: before your next session, pause and reset. Go for a walk and take a stretch. Insert some space into your process and observe its impact on what you make and how you feel.Like what you hear? Consider a premium subscription (and help keep ProducerHead free for the producer community).Chapters:0:00 - Intro and show opening1:36 - Intuition vs. methodical approaches3:45 - Learning to trust musical instincts6:41 - Commitment vs. flexibility in art8:41 - Formal training vs. self-taught13:09 - "Theory kills creativity" is b******t21:48 - Busking lessons in NYC subways23:59 - The 10,000 hours concept31:17 - Dealing with creative burnout34:04 - Collaboration principles38:53 - What he wishes he knew earlier40:27 - The Beatles discussion43:43 - Serving the song over technique46:12 - Quick Hits!59:01 - Best advice: "No Plan B"1:02:52 - Unreleased music and process1:08:09 - Final thoughts and outroConnect with Chris Mazuera:* Instagram: @chrismazuera* Website: chrismazuera.com* Spotify: Chris Mazuera* Apple Music: Chris MazueraConnect with Toru:* Website: torubeat.com* Instagram: @torubeat* YouTube: @torubeat* Spotify: Toru* Apple Music: ToruCredits:This episode was co-produced, engineered and edited by Matthew Diaz. From ProducerHead, this is Toru, and in a way, so are you. Peace. Get full access to ProducerHead at producerhead.substack.com/subscribe

Host Brian Cleary sits down with Alex McCarrell, Executive Director & Founder of Meowdog Animal Rescue, and Reynolds Lee, President of the Vet Club at Lucy Beckham High School. In this insightful discussion, they delve into the origins and mission of Meowdog, a dedicated animal rescue based in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Discover how Meowdog's journey began at a veterinary science program in a local high school, where they took animals from local shelters, and rehabbed them, and getting them adopted out to the community. Alex and Reynolds share the complete narrative, highlighting the incredible involvement and education of high school students, the identified need for another rescue organization, and the process of establishing Meowdog as a legal entity. Want to learn more about how you can get involved or adopt a furry friend? Head over to the Meowdog Animal Rescue website at MeowdogAnimalRescue.com  for all the details!  

Joe Rogan, Andrew Klavan, Charlie Kirk. My remarks at Oxford Union formal debate, An Embodiment of Heroism, What Michael Pollan Learned from Quitting Caffeine for 3 Months   Charlie Kirk- My remarks at Oxford Union formal debate. Andrew Klavan-The Great British King Who Embodied Heroism For Our Time Joe Rogan- What Michael Pollan Learned from Quitting Caffeine for 3 Months   Post Charlie Kirk @charliekirk11 My remarks at Oxford Union formal debate. Has Trump gone too far? The UK is lost, but it can find its way back if it follows America's lead.   The Great British King Who Embodied Heroism For Our Time What does Shakespeare's amazing play Henry V say about human transformation? It has a very personal message that's applicable to your life. https://youtu.be/2Jws9ZaKciQ?si=z6CB5AApP4PZSfY- Andrew Klavan 811K subscribers 6,072 views Aug 12, 2025 #AndrewKlavan #DailyWire #Shakespeare What does Shakespeare's amazing play Henry V say about human transformation? It has a very personal message that's applicable to your life. Watch the member-exclusive portion of the show now on DailyWire+! LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every day. https://bit.ly/3PEAEoq Watch the full episode here: Ep. 1242 -    • Ep. 1242 - White Girl Summer   Pick up your copy of "The Kingdom of Cain" here: https://amzn.to/4iTSF1a Stop giving your money to woke corporations that hate you. Get your Jeremy's Razors today at https://www.ihateharrys.com Save the Klavan by shopping my merch here: https://tinyurl.com/3cjjew4e #AndrewKlavan #DailyWire #Shakespeare #CultureCommentary   What Michael Pollan Learned from Quitting Caffeine for 3 Months https://youtu.be/mAPG18zNtXk?si=nIUTWunQqEHXY1M4 PowerfulJRE 20.1M subscribers 12,339,744 views Jul 5, 2021 #1678 Taken from JRE #1678 w/Michael Pollan: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fMo...

In this conversation, Andrew Poelstra discusses the recent launch of Simplicity on Liquid, a federated sidechain of Bitcoin. He explains the technical aspects of Liquid, its advantages, and how Simplicity serves as a new scripting language that enhances expressivity and formal verification capabilities. The discussion covers potential use cases for Simplicity, including advanced covenant implementations, ZK verification, and its role in capital markets and asset issuance. The conversation also touches on the implications of stablecoins moving to their own chains and contrasts Liquid with other Layer 2 solutions like Lightning.Takeaways

Nick and Jonathan react to the news that Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins will not face any formal charges for his alleged domestic violence incident, as prosecutors declined to move forward with the case.

Bumbleberry and BF Barry back with us again. It's not all roses on Outlook this week, though it's another Disability Pride Month episode (celebrating brother/co-host Brian's July transplant anniversary) and we're talking poutine and pickle fries to mark the occasion. Actually, we discuss an evening out for the three of us at a family wedding as sister/co-host Kerry shares about her blind/female fashion concerns while the boys discuss how it is choosing their own wedding guest wardrobe. Then we cover the ways we utilise our remaining senses to take part in and enjoy festivities such as listening for the evening's playlist of songs (for dancing to or not) along with all the visual elements we miss, tasting the food truck flavours, and all the tactile elements of how weddings get decorated, like the tactile roses on the tables. Summer continues coasting along, for this Mixed Bag episode, as some of us try not to melt in our shades while others continue to bask in the sizzle of the season. One of us wears their Wayne's World hat while the other two sport some summer shades as we talk party favours with a dress code of beach formal from the weekend that was.

August 12, 2025 ~ Trump places DC police under federal control. Formal request made to Supreme Court to overturned gay marriage. Israeli airstrike kills 1 journalist and 4 other Al Jazeera staffers. Netanyahu's plan to occupy Gaza and the day's biggest headlines.

Do you ever feel like you're constantly measuring yourself against other people, but just keep up?In this episode, I chat with Dr. Adam Formal about comparison, burnout, and how to rebuild your identity when life changes.He's a clinical psychologist who's worked with Olympic athletes, high performers, and people navigating major transitions, helping them find balance, purpose, and a way forward that actually lasts.TOPICS:Comparison as a motivator vs. a trapIdentity loss and transition after major life changesBuilding balance and purpose beyond performanceMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM DR ADAM: https://www.formaltherapy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joanne Rodgers, CHRO of New York Life, joined us on The Modern People Leader to share how her 30-year journey at the company led her from securities regulation to the C-suite. We talked about the DNA of New York Life's culture, how they're rolling out AI tools company-wide, and why HR must lead the charge in this era of transformation.---- Sponsor Links:

Our very own newsreader Michelle casually dropped the bomb that she went to her high school formal with Patrick Brammall. Yes — Colin From Accounts Patrick Brammall. Turns out teenage Patrick was an emo Catholic school boy in a choker, and Michelle was rocking the black hair and goth vibes from her acting circle days. They even ran into each other years later and shared that “should we get closure?” look. Now the big question: will Michelle be his date to the Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere… and can we all come as her plus-ones?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I'd like to talk about Japanese greetings—like ohayou gozaimasu (good morning), konnichiwa (hello), and konbanwa (good evening).These might seem simple at first, but the expressions you use can change depending on the time of day or the situation.Once you get used to choosing the right greeting for each moment, your Japanese will sound much more natural!

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Do you ever feel stuck when you want to ask for help—or offer it—in Luxembourgish at work?In the newest episode of my podcast series Industry-specific Luxembourgish Language for the Workplace, we focus on useful desk-side expressions: How to politely ask for help How to offer support to a colleague Common phrases you can actually use in daily office life. Whether you're in HR, finance, admin, or just trying to connect with your co-workers - this one's for you.

Hello, Hello, HelloIn the latest episode of QID, Dhruv invites the creator, Arjun Sivakumar, and regular guest-cum-host of the "Cinematic Liberties Podcast", Ashwin Dev, to discuss one of the great filmic oddities of this year -- Danny Boyle's "28 Years Later" (now available to rent/buy on digital platforms). Before talking about the film, the three of them talk about the "whack" legacy of the franchise itself -- first discussing, at length, the historical significance of "28 Days Later," then, briefly, discussing the somewhat unfairly maligned status of its sequel, "28 Weeks Later" (Boyle and Garland only returned as executive producers for that).Finally, the discussion about "28 Years Later" itself prompts all sorts of responses from us -- confusion, amazement, contemplation, you name it. Which -- regardless of the film's narrative flaws and tonal inconsistencies -- is what we cherish most about it.Listen to the full episode to hear all this in a spoiler-filled discussion on the entirety of the "28 [insert timeline] Later..." franchise.You can (and should!) follow -CINEMATIC LIBERTIES PODCASTDo hit 'Follow' on Spotify if you haven't already to help the podcast reach more people!Follow our Instagram page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/queenisdead.filmpodcast.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIME CODES Introduction (inc. "Past Lives" Slander) : [00:00 - 06:36]The Legacy of "28 Days Later": [06:36 - 43:23]The Non-Legacy of "28 Weeks Later": [43:23 - 1:02:19]"28 Years Later": [1:02:19 - 1:52:52]Outro (inc. PTA episode in the pipeline): [1:52:52 - 01:55:24]ARTICLES REFERENCED1. Danny Boyle Goes Big with the Horror Sequel [IGN]2. Danny Boyle Says Shooting on iPhones Let Him Capture ‘Startling' Violence in 28 Years Later. [WIRED]You can also follow us on Letterboxd at -ARJUN: https://letterboxd.com/arjun_skumar1/.ASHWIN: https://letterboxd.com/ashwindev/.DHRUV: https://letterboxd.com/aterminalcinema/.

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The golf world, and movie-goers globally, were excited to watch Happy Gilmore 2 just a couple weeks ago. But was the movie a hit, or a miss? Most likely it depends who you talk to, but the movie absolutely has got people talking about the game of golf. Time for a formal review of the movie on this Fairways & Dreams podcast with host Jeff Hartman. This podcast is a part of the Golfer Gang Network of podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I've been self-employed for years and never set up a formal retirement plan. At 55, is it too late to catch up — or should I just invest in a brokerage account?" We're answering YOUR questions on this week's Get Ready For The Future Show! ✅ We're 57 and have a paid-off house worth $500,000, but not much in retirement savings. Should we consider a reverse mortgage later on? ✅ We're 63 and thinking about converting part of our IRA to a Roth before RMDs hit. How do we know if it's the right time? ✅ I'm 48 and earn too much to contribute to a Roth. Should I look into backdoor Roth strategies, or just focus on my 401(k)? All this straight talk and more LIVE, Wednesday at 11:30!

Formal announcements are made in the race for N.C. Senate, Republicans override several of Gov. Stein's vetoes with the help of local Democrats, and the National Transportation Safety Board investigates an accident on Interstate 485 that left six dead.

The Trump administration has proposed cutting NASA's budget by almost 25% and shutting down 19 currently operating science missions. On July 21, several hundred current and former employees of the space agency released an official letter of dissent, titled “The Voyager Declaration,” arguing against “rapid and wasteful changes which have undermined our mission.” Retired NASA astronaut Cady Coleman joins Host Flora Lichtman to explain why she felt compelled to add her signature to the letter of dissent.Guest:Dr. Cady Coleman is a retired NASA astronaut and the author of Sharing Space: An Astronaut's Guide to Mission, Wonder, and Making Change. She's based in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

For memberships: join this channel as a member here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_mGuY4g0mggeUGM6V1osdA/joinSummary:In this episode of The Geek Narrator podcast, host Kaivalya Apte interviews Kyle Kingsbury, a renowned expert in database and distributed systems safety analysis. They discuss the world of testing distributed systems, the challenges faced, common bugs and patterns. Kyle shares insights on the importance of understanding system documentation, the role of formal verification, and the balance between performance and safety in testing. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring engineers in the field of distributed systems.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Kyle Kingsbury and His Work06:59 Common Bugs in Distributed Systems12:37 Functional Bugs vs Safety Bugs17:54 Changes in Testing Over the Years26:03 False Positives and Negatives in Testing32:33 The Importance of Experimentation in Testing39:28 Tools and Technologies for Testing48:58 The Role of Formal Verification57:04 Reusability of TestsImportant links:Distributed systems class: https://github.com/aphyr/distsys-classWrite your own distributed system: https://github.com/jepsen-io/maelstromJepsen Analyses: https://jepsen.io/analysesKey takeaways:- Reading documentation is a crucial first step in testing systems.- Testing distributed systems involves understanding their semantics and guarantees.- Common bugs often arise from mismanagement of definite versus indefinite failures.- Testing strategies for cloud-based systems require cooperation with providers.- Performance testing can reveal unexpected behaviours in systems under stress.- Formal verification remains a challenging but valuable tool in ensuring system safety.- The testing process is iterative and requires collaboration with engineering teams.- Aspiring engineers should immerse themselves in practical experiences to build intuition.For memberships: join this channel as a member here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_mGuY4g0mggeUGM6V1osdA/joinDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights!=============================================================================Like building stuff? Try out CodeCrafters and build amazing real world systems like Redis, Kafka, Sqlite. Use the link below to signup and get 40% off on paid subscription.https://app.codecrafters.io/join?via=geeknarrator=============================================================================Database internals series: https://youtu.be/yV_Zp0Mi3xsPopular playlists:Realtime streaming systems: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL7QpTxsA4se-mAKKoVOs3VcaP71X_LA-Software Engineering: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL7QpTxsA4sf6By03bot5BhKoMgxDUU17Distributed systems and databases: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL7QpTxsA4sfLDUnjBJXJGFhhz94jDd_dModern databases: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL7QpTxsA4scSeZAsCUXijtnfW5ARlrsNStay Curios! Keep Learning!#databasearchitecture #distributedsystems #cloudcomputing #testing #jepsen

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Please turn to the last chapter of 2 Corinthians. Chapter 13. Our sermon text is verses 1-10. You can find that on page 1153. Last week, the apostle Paul reminded the church of his fatherly love for them. Paul was their earthly spiritual father. And as their spiritual father, he warned them about their sin. Those who had wandered from the truth and godly living needed to return to the Lord. And they needed to do that before Paul's third visit. In the last paragraph in chapter 12, Paul expressed his fear that the Corinthians would not repent. That brings us to chapter 13. In our verses this morning, Paul warns them about what will happen if his fears come true. He will need to discipline them. Reading of 2 Corinthians 13:1-10. Prayer Just last month, Lifeway research published a study on church discipline. They found that many churches have discipline policies but rarely are their policies put into practice. Four out of five churches have discipline policies, but only one in seven have recently put those policies into practice. It's not surprising. Discipline is not fun. Parents know that. Children know that. And when something difficult happens in the church as a result of someone's behavior or belief our natural tendency is to avoid the issue, or we hope that the person who committed the offense will move on. Hard conversation and actions are difficult. However, those difficult church discipline conversations and actions are the most loving thing that can be done. It's loving for the sake of their souls, for the sake of any victim of their sin, and for the peace and purity of the church. In short, church discipline matters. Now you may have two questions in your mind. #1 – what exactly is church discipline. And #2 – how does it relate to this text in 2 Corinthians 13. Those are excellent questions. My goal today is to answer them. In fact, the sermon outline lists several questions. Not just the what, but also the why and the how and the who. We'll spend our time going through them, and I hope by the end you will not only have a picture of church discipline's importance, but will also see its loving purpose in your life and our church. 1: What is church discipline and what is it not? Question #1: What is church discipline and what is it not? That's a great place to start and I found a good definition from another pastor. He put it this way:  “Church discipline is the process by which the church confronts sin in the life of a believer and seeks to bring about repentance, restoration, and reconciliation.” Let me say that again. “Church discipline is the process by which the church confronts sin in the life of a believer and seeks to bring about repentance, restoration, and reconciliation.” We're going to see that worked out in these verses. In fact, I believe, these verses, 2 Corinthians 13:1-10 are the most helpful passage in the Bible on church discipline. That's a bold statement. We read another helpful passage earlier from Matthew 18. It's considered by most to be the foremost directive for church discipline. In that passages, Jesus talks about when a brother in Christ sins against you, that you should first go to him. If he doesn't listen, bring someone with you. And if he still doesn't listen, Jesus says, bring the matter to the church. It's very helpful. We're told how to deal with sin when we are sinned against. And the church has some level of responsibility to adjudicate. But the question is this, what does it look like for the church to handle such situations? And this is where 2 Corinthians 13 helps. It gives us an example which includes the warning of discipline, the lead up to discipline, the basis of discipline, and its purpose. The reason that this text is about church discipline is found right there in the middle of verse 1. Take a look at it. Paul writes, “Every charge must be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses.” Remember again from last week, Paul had just warned them about the consequences of unrepentance, and here he used the language of judgment. That requirement of 2-3 witnesses goes back to the Old Testament laws regarding crimes and offenses. So, in other words, the warning in chapter 12 could lead to the legal action described in chapter 13, depending on whether the sin is proven. So, even though the word “discipline” is not used, these are matters involving the judgement of sin. And that is the heart of church discipline. It's judging and confronting serious sin in a believer's life in order to bring peace and purity to the church. Alright, let's consider some examples. That's always helpful. First, let's go to Corinth. As you know, we've spent the last 7 months working through this letter. And one of the things we've seen over and over is how the false apostles taught a false Gospel and were making false accusations against Paul. Those were serious matters. And add to that, at the end of chapter 12, Paul lists two other categories of sin that continued to infect the church. One category dealt with the peace of the church – he includes “quarreling, jealousy, anger, hostility, slander, gossip, conceit, and disorder.”  Those things will tear the church apart. He then listed sins that affected the purity of the church – he mentions “impurity, sexual immorality, and sensuality.” So, false doctrine was being taught, an innocent party was being accused, the unity of the church body was being damaged, and the lifestyle of some in the church was contrary to God's design. Those are serious things. Let me expand that with some concrete examples today. If a pastor constantly berates church staff members or volunteers with a harsh and derogatory tone, and is unrepentant about it or does not change, that pastor needs to be discipline. If a wife or husband breaks the one-flesh union they have with their spouse by committing adultery, that wife or husband has committed a grave sin and needs discipline. If there's case of domestic abuse involving members of a church, the abuser needs discipline and the one being abused needs care. Just to be sure, there are civil laws and civil punishments related to some of these situations. Those need to be worked out through the legal system. In other words, when it comes to church discipline, there are no physical punishments. Again, the civil courts handle that. Rather, when we talk about church discipline, we are specifically talking about spiritual discipline. That means formally confronting sin and seeking repentance and restoration. That may involve requiring someone to abstain from the Lord's Table, or it may involve removal from membership. For the younger children here. Last week, I asked you if you had ever been warned by your parents about consequences. You said or did something that was hurtful to someone else. Maybe you lied about something, and your mom or dad sat you down and warned you. I saw many of you nodding your head, that yes, that happens. Well, have you ever ignored their warning? Did you say or do something you parents warned you not to do? I see some nodding. Maybe you disrespected your mom or you continued to lie about something. Well, what happened? You were punished. Right? Maybe you lost a privilege like screen time or playing with friends, or maybe a spanking, or maybe you had to write an apology letter. All of those different consequences are forms of discipline. You were being disciplined by your parents. And what was the goal of that discipline? Was it to make you mad at your parents? No. It was to help you learn what is good and right and true. It's so that you would learn how to love others and how to be truthful and honest and hardworking. Well, it's a similar thing in this chapter. Turns out, adults need disciple, too. The truth is, we are all selfish. We desire things that are not ours. We commit acts that dishonor God and break the trust and unity in the church. Even though the power and penalty of sin has been removed by Christ, those in him still have the presence of sin, and we all are still on the path of sanctification and renewal. 2. What is the basis of church discipline? So that is generally what church discipline is about. Which brings us to a second question.  Actually, this question is not on the outline – it's a late addition, but it is crucial. What is the basis of church discipline? Church discipline needs to be based on the truth. It needs to pursue truth. This is absolutely critical. It's why these verses begin with the need for 2-3 credible witnesses. It's why Paul sent multiple brothers to Corinth to assess the situation. And look at verse 8. “For we cannot do anything against the truth, but only for the truth.” There has to be truthful and credible testimony and evidence. It's really easy to make assumptions and it's really easy for someone to twist or pervert the truth in defense of sin or out of retribution or revenge. The truth is not always clear and that makes it difficult, but credible testimony and witnesses need to be pursued. In other words, church discipline needs to stand for what is true and right and good and it needs to be based on what is true and right and good. Those given charge to care for your souls and care for the church need to pursue the truth with diligence and care. That is really important, so I wanted to include that question. 3. What are its goals? Ok, the next question is also very important. Actually, all of these are very important, but I think this one needs to be front and center. What is the goal of discipline? In a word the goal of spiritual discipline is “restoration.”  Look at verse 9. Second half of the verse. “Your restoration is what we pray for.” Paul desired that those in Corinth who were committing these grievous acts or who held to these unorthodox beliefs be restored. He wanted those who were gossiping and slandering other believers to put an end to the destruction that they were causing. He desired that the church forgive one another and be unified. In fact, he talked about repentance and forgiveness back in chapters 2 and 7. One of Paul's critics had repented from undermining Paul, and the apostle urged the church to restore him. He forgave this man, and so should the church. Verse 10 expands on the goal of restoration. Paul said that his use of authority is for “building up and not tearing down” That's at the end of verse 10. Church discipline is to build up the body of Christ. It's just like how the discipline of a child is for their maturity. The goal of church discipline is always repentance and restoration, which builds up the body of Christ. Now, to be sure, the destruction that some sin causes may not be reparable in this life. Some marriages broken by adultery are not reparable. Or worse, think about murder. It's also devastating. But let me say this, there is no sinful act that God will not forgive for those who come to him with a true repentance…. That is, who come to him with a heart grief for one's sin not just feeling sorry, and seek to turn from it. 4. What precedes discipline? Next question. What should precede discipline? In other words, at what point should a formal church discipline process begin? Part of the answer is found all throughout 1 and 2 Corinthians. Over and over Paul conveyed his love for the church. Over and over he identified sin in their midst that needed to be dealt with. He's been very specific about it. Over and over he has called them to return to faithful living and belief. And over and over Paul warned the church of the consequences. All of that is part of spiritual discipline, but in 2 Corinthians 13, the apostle warns of a formal process involving witnesses and authority and judgment. What I am saying is that that step needs to be the very last step after ample displays of love, ample warnings, and ample opportunities to be restored. Just to be sure, there are situations like abuse where for the sake of the victim, church discipline needs to be accelerated. But even then, it needs to be done carefully, with firm resolve, with a clear warning about the gravity of that sin, and a call to repentance and change. Look at verse 2. “ I warned those who sinned before and all the others, and I warn them now while absent, as I did when present on my second visit, that if I come again I will not spare them.” Multiple warnings. In fact, this chapter is not the implementation of discipline. Rather it is a final warning. This is the discipline they will experience if they didn't repent. To sum up this answer: discipline needs to be preceded by patient, loving, clear, and firm warnings about the consequences of sin and the judgment of God. 5. What is the message of discipline? Next, what is the message of discipline? The message of church discipline is a plea for self-examination. Look at verse 5: “Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Or do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you fail to meet the test!” Church discipline should implore the offender to search his heart. The severity of the unrepentant sin may indicate that he not a believer in Christ. In other words, the message of spiritual discipline is the message of the Gospel. It needs to be. The message is that Jesus' death and resurrection defeated sin and death. As Romans 6 asks, “How can we who died to sin still live in it?” If you have been redeemed by Christ, then by the ministry of the Holy Spirit in you, God enables you to repent of that sin and to pursue righteousness. That does not mean that dealing with the vestiges of sin in our lives is easy. No. But it does mean that God gives believers a heart grief of their sin and a desire to turn from it. And we have the help of the church to come along side of us as we seek to walk in the newness of life in Christ. Church discipline is about unrepentant sin and therefore its message is the Gospel. That is why Paul called the Corinthians to examine themselves. The test is whether they are in the faith, as verse 5 puts it. Discipline is a call not just for repentance from a specific sin but it is a call for repentance unto life - true Gospel repentance that sees our utter need for the mercy of God and turns to Jesus by faith as our Savior. This is the message of spiritual discipline. Furthermore, it is why, if the discipline is not heeded, that the one being disciplined should be removed from membership. We call that excommunication. Jesus said, “if he refuses to listen even to the church, let him be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector.” In other words, treat him as an unbeliever. And let me ask, how do you treat an unbeliever? By loving them and witnessing to them the love of God in Christ… and calling them to faith and repentance. 6. What is the perception? Next, what is the perception of church discipline? Well, the perception is often negative. Sometimes its perceived negatively because it was handled poorly, perhaps by leaders who have no history or understanding of loving servant leadership. However, oftentimes spiritual discipline is handled lovingly and carefully but still considered harsh or as I heard recently, legalistic. In particular, the ones receiving the discipline often react against it. That's what was happening in Corinth. Some turned the tables on Paul. They claimed that he failed the test of faith. That's found twice in here. First in verse 3, they wanted proof that Christ was speaking through Paul because according to the false-apostles, Paul was not an apostle. They questioned his authority. Then in verse 7, Paul says that he prays to God “that you may do right, though we may seem to have failed.” Some had been calling him a failure. In both cases, the call to repentance was met with a counter-attack against Paul. But notice that he received it with grace. He says in verse 9, “For we are glad when we are weak and you are strong.” And that is when he says, “your restoration is what we seek.” In other words, Paul would rather appear weak if it meant that they would be strong in the faith and return to the Lord and to faithfulness in him. Even though the perception of discipline is often negative and often responded to with criticism, it should not deter the church from a loving, thoughtful, and diligent call to faith and repentance. 7. Where does the authority come from? One more question and it's related. Where does the authority for discipline come from? And the answer is that the authority has been given by the Lord, himself. Paul makes that clear in verse 10. To be sure, Paul was specifically speaking about his apostleship. In the establishment of the early church, the apostles were given the initial authority. But the ongoing authority has been given to the shepherds of God's flock. Those are the elders which the Lord establishes in his church. So, the authority comes from the Lord and is given to the church through her elders. And those elders are themselves accountable to the Lord and subject to the same discipline that they oversee. So, the ultimate authority is Christ. But he uses his church to protect his church and to maintain its purity and peace. Conclusion To summarize: 1. What is church discipline? It is the loving and careful process that confronts unrepentant sin, calls for repentance and restoration of the sinners and seeks peace and purity in the church. 2. What should discipline be based on? Discipline cases need to be based on truth and credible witnesses. 3. What are its goals? The restoration of the believer, the building up in maturity unto Christ, and the peace and purity of the church. 4. What should precede discipline? Formal discipline should be undertaken only after many loving and thoughtful attempts to confront sin, except in special cases involving egregious sin. 5. What is the message of discipline? Its message is the message of the Gospel – repent and believe for as verse 4 says, “he was crucified in weakness, but lives by the power of God.” The death and resurrection of Christ are at the center of discipline's call and its power to overcome sin. 6. What is the perception of discipline? Even though discipline is often perceived negatively or countered with baseless accusations, it should still be undertaken with humility and care. And 7. Where does the authority come from? The authority for discipline comes from Christ. He is Lord and King of the church and he entrusts that authority to the elders of his church who are called to fulfill that discipline, faithfully. I want to say that if you would like to talk through any of these points in more detail, please reach out to me. I recognize there's a lot here and these are difficult things. Let me leave you with this. May we be a church that seeks purity and peace. And may our elders lovingly and earnestly pursue us if we go astray… and if necessary, with spiritual discipline that points us to the Gospel. And may we as members receive the discipline, return to Christ, and be restored to his body, the church, all under the authority of Christ, our Lord.

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