Podcasts about Fortitude

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mela Lovett CEO of Family Lawn Services, a residential and commercial landscaping company. Also a serial entrepreneur, mortgage lender, and business consultant. Based in Georgia, with a mission to build generational wealth and educate others on business structure.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mela Lovett CEO of Family Lawn Services, a residential and commercial landscaping company. Also a serial entrepreneur, mortgage lender, and business consultant. Based in Georgia, with a mission to build generational wealth and educate others on business structure.

FORTITUDE is the key to transforming your mornings into a powerhouse of motivation. In this inspiring episode, we present the best morning motivational speeches that you absolutely need to watch. Each speech is carefully curated to uplift your spirit, energize your mindset, and ignite your passion for the day ahead. Whether you're looking for a boost before a big meeting or simply seeking daily inspiration, these speeches will provide you with the tools to overcome challenges and pursue your goals with relentless determination. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your mornings and set a positive tone for the rest of your day. Listen now and unlock your true potential! #fortitude #motivation #morningmotivation #inspiration #selfimprovement #success #mindset #personaldevelopment #motivationalquotes #uplifting fortitude, best morning motivational speeches, morning motivation, motivation, motivational speeches, inspiration, self improvement, personal development, motivational quotes, success, mindset, uplift your day, daily motivation, positive thinking, motivation speech, empowerment, overcome challenges, goal setting, productivity, life changing speeches, inspirational content, motivation for success, morning routine, achieve your dreams, motivation for life, motivational message, powerful speeches, success mindset, self motivation, morning mindset, motivation to start the day, daily inspiration, best motivational speech, fortitude speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Stopulos welcomes longtime friend and fellow Davenport Assumption alum Phil Young to Man Up for an inspiring conversation about endurance, faith, mental strength, and perseverance. Phil recently became the fourth fastest American ever in the 100-mile race, and in this episode he shares: How he evolved from a solid high school runner into one of America's elite ultramarathoners The discipline and mental fortitude required to compete at the highest level How to persevere through pain, setbacks, and self-doubt Why community and accountability matter when building healthy habits The connection between endurance sports and spiritual growth How faith in Christ frees him from tying his identity to performance Lessons men can apply to fitness, fatherhood, business, and prayer life Joe and Phil also discuss overcoming adversity, learning to “do hard things,” and why perseverance matters both physically and spiritually. #ManUpShow #PhilYoung #Ultramarathon #100MileRace #MentalToughness #Fortitude #CatholicMen #ChristianAthlete #JoeStopulos #IowaCatholicRadio #FaithAndFitness #Perseverance #EnduranceRunning #FleetFeet #RunningCommunity #CatholicPodcast #MensMinistry #HeroicVirtue #PhilYoung #Ultramarathon #100MileRace #MentalStrength #EnduranceRunning #FaithAndFitness #CatholicMen #FleetFeet #Perseverance #ManUpShow Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulosSunday Dive with Katie PatrizioThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In September of 2025 1 had the honor and privilege of doing a one on one interview with the legendary Latina aviator Olga Custodio, the first Latina U.S. Air Force pilot among first female military pioneers to graduate from the USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training program. After 24 years of service, Lt. Colonel Custodio retired and continued her Latina pioneering legacy with American Airlines eventually retiring as a Captain with over 11,000 flight hours..Olga Custodio flew the Boeing 727, Fokker 100, Boeing 757 and Boeing 767 to the Caribbean, Central America, South America, Europe, Mexico, Canada, and U.S.  Her education and professional certificates include an Air Transport Pilot certificate with single and multiengine land and instrument ratings, a Flight Engineer Certificate - Turbojet Powered rating.  She continues to fly her own aircraft as a GA pilot.After receiving her USAF commission through Officer Training School in 1980, Custodio graduated in the top 5%, received her fighter qualification, and became the first female Undergraduate Pilot Training T-38 Instructor Pilot at 47th Flying Training Wing at Laughlin AFB, TX and the 560th Flying Training Squadron for Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) at Randolph AFB, TX.As a STEM advocate, Olga is a speaker serving as a role model for aspiring aviators. She is a tireless volunteer to inspire and educate students, especially from underserved communities. Her memoir Flightpath of Fortitude includes Olga's essential life insights of how to overcome barriers and achieve your dreams.Her detail biography:Olga Custodio: The First Latina U.S. Military PilotThrough stubborn perseverance and a singular determination to become a pilot, Olga Nevarezdid not let early defeats stop her from achieving her goal. Born in Puerto Rico in 1954, shetravelled the world as her father, a noncommissioned officer in the United States Army,transferred from base to base. She started school in Taiwan, and then moved to New Jersey, Iran,and Paraguay. When her father retired, the family moved back to Puerto Rico.Graduating from high school at the age of 16, she attended the University of Puerto Rico. Thereshe tried to join the college's Reserve Officer Training Corps program, but was turned downbecause the program did not accept women. After college, her attempt to be accepted into theUnited States Air Force Officer Training School also failed.She worked in a number of different jobs after graduation. While employed in the accountingdepartment of Puerto Rico International Airlines, she met Edwin Custodio. They married fourmonths later. After the birth of her daughter Maria, she accepted a job with the Department ofDefense in Panama. (A son, Edwin was born in 1985.) At the age of 26, and while working inPanama, she met with a recruiter and applied for the U.S. Air Force Officers Candidate School.According to Olga Custodio, when the recruiter asked her to list three jobs she wanted, sheresponded “A pilot, a pilot or a pilot.”The Air Force accepted her as a pilot candidate. In January 1980 she entered the Flight ScreeningPilot Officer Training School. Upon graduation, she attended Undergraduate Pilot Training atLaughlin Air Force Base in Texas. The Air Force then assigned her as a pilot instructor atLaughlin AFB. There, she became the first female Northrop T-38 Talon (T-38) UPT flightinstructor.During one of her flights, a bird struck the engine of her plane. A cool head and excellentpiloting skills helped her recover from the emergency and safely land her plane. Because of heractions, the Air Force and awarded her the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command'sAviation Safety Award for superior airmanship. A subsequent assignment took her to RandolphAir Force Base where she became the first female T-38 instructor pilot.In 1987, Custodio resigned her regular commission and entered the Air Force reserves. Sheretired from the Air Force in 2003, having attained the rank of Lt. Colonel.American Airlines hired her in June 1988; she subsequently became one of the first Latina airlinecaptains in the United States. She flew Boeing 727, 757, and 767, and Fokker 100 aircraft. Herroutes included the Caribbean, Central America, South America, Europe, Mexico, and Canada.She retired from the airline in February 2008.In 1992, she founded the Ballet Folklorico Borikèn, a Puerto Rican folk dance group to celebrateher heritage. After retirement, between March 2007 and December 2013, she owned DragonflyProductions, LLC. Her company produced several personal documentaries for clients andorganizations.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

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Meditation by Fr. Eric Nicolai at Ellentor Centre in Toronto, May 29, 2026. Today is the memorial of Pope Paul VI, Giovanni Battista Montini, a man of courage in a time of upheaval.Gen 12, 1-16: God speaks to Abraham: leave your country, your family, and go to the country I will tell you. So he responded by going to that unknown country. He was open to what God wanted. It took courage and fortitude and magnanimity to undertake such a massive task, to be the father of a nation.We need this human virtue of fortitude, but it must also be supernatural, done out of love.Music: Mulvey Awakening

When it comes to understanding the will of God, whether that be in relation to something you read in the Bible, or as you seek his direction for your life, let me make a very simple but important suggestion. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you. Before his crucifixion, Jesus said this to his disciples: […]

Stephanie Rousselle and guest Dr. Alan Noble discuss living well in today's world by reclaiming forgotten Christian virtues. Drawing from Noble's book, To Live Well, let's consider practical steps Christians can take to thrive amid cultural confusion.According to Noble, we're surrounded by an overwhelming cacophony of voices (social media, celebrities, self-help gurus, even misguided pastors), each offering conflicting advice on how to live a meaningful life. This deluge of ideas leaves many—Christians included—feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and directionless. The key challenge: how do we discern a coherent, godly way of living amid so many broken narratives?Noble suggests reclaiming classic virtues—time-honored character strengths rooted in Christian tradition and Scripture—as a path toward living well. He points out that Protestants, in particular, have neglected these virtues, though historically theologians like Augustine, Aquinas, and Calvin all upheld their value.Practicing these virtues is not about earning favor with God. Instead, Christians live out virtue in grateful response to God's grace, relying on the Spirit's power, and always within community, where we are supported, challenged, and forgiven when we fail.So, let's consider 3 of the 7 virtues Alan Noble offers in his book.1. Prudence (choosing decisively)Prudence means choosing decisively and wisely. In a world obsessed with limitless choice, prudence involves slowing down, humbly discerning reality, seeking what truly glorifies God, deliberate decision-making, and resolute action. Prudence guards against both indecision (paralysis) and the sunk-cost fallacy—stubbornly sticking with poor choices out of pride or prior investment.2. Fortitude (Suffering steadfastly)Modern culture avoids suffering at all costs, but Noble explains that fortitude is about the courage to endure or risk suffering for the sake of the good. Suffering, rightly faced, builds character and produces hope—connecting deeply to the sanctifying work God does in His people. Fortitude enables Christians to move through hardship, trusting that even suffering has purpose.Magnanimity is boldly living into the excellence and gifts God has given, for His glory and the good of others. Pusillanimity, by contrast, is timidity—hiding or burying your God-given talents out of fear. As illustrated in the parable of the talents, God calls each believer to step out in faith and use their gifts with courage.3. Temperance (living moderately)Temperance is the willful restraint from doing everything you can do, especially when surrounded with endless technological, social, and material options. Choosing not to indulge every impulse, but to order choices for God's glory, is countercultural but vital for soul health.When we reorder our perspectives around these timeless virtues, we move from confusion and anxiety toward clarity, purpose, and peace—living as God intended, by His grace and for His glory.ApplicationSelf-examine: Where do you feel confused or pressured by the “heap of broken images” in your life?Practice virtues: Choose to cultivate prudence, fortitude, magnanimity, and temperance, seeking wisdom, courage, excellence, and self-control in daily choices.Pursue community: Remember that virtue grows in fellowship with others; seek relationships that encourage and hold you accountable.Rest in grace: When you fail, rely on God's grace and learn from your mistakes. Embrace the freedom found in Christ's finished work.MORE ABOUT “TO LIVE WELL”You were told to live a meaningful life. But no one ever told you how.Our lives are shaped by contradictions. Competing voices tell us who to be, what to want, and how to live. The result? A fragmented moral imagination. We're handed a thousand broken messages and left to cobble together something resembling a life. But instead of clarity, we get exhaustion. Instead of wisdom, we get anxiety.This leaves you asking yourself How can I get through when I feel alone and confused? How can I live well in this broken and chaotic world?In To Live Well, Alan Noble shows you how you can not only endure but flourish in life. Through exploring the seven virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude, temperance, faith, hope, and love, you'll learn how tochoose gracefully,act justly,suffer steadfastly,live moderately,believe soundly,hope resolutely, andlove rightly.This book won't give you a ten-step plan to fix everything. It doesn't promise clarity overnight. But it will invite you into something deeper: an ancient, time-tested path of habits of heart and mind that shape who we are and how we live.With honesty, theological depth, and a mentor's heart, Noble names your confusion and offers an antidote―not by escaping the mess but by learning how to live faithfully within it. If you've ever longed for something solid in a world that just wants to sell you more temporary stuff, To Live Well is a good place to begin.Do you feel the pain and pressure of spiritual exhaustion? Do you feel unworthy despite consistent effort? Do you lack joy in your personal faith? Do you desire practical, daily rhythms that sustain delight in God?  That's why I wrote "Awaken Delight." It will help you (re)discover:1-Delight in God is identity-shaping, not emotion-driven. Delight in God is not fleeting emotion but resilient identity.2-Delight in God is altogether trust, satisfaction in God, relational intimacy with Him. Delight in God is often expressed and grown through resilient joy under suffering.3-Jesus is the center of every endeavor to delight in God.These are some of the truths we ponder together through my book, Awaken Delight."Awaken Delight" is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued, and ready to embrace the reality of delight in God.Find out more at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Read OnlineStanding by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home. John 19:25–27Yesterday, we celebrated the great Solemnity of Pentecost, commemorating the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the first disciples and the birth of the Church. Just as God “breathed” life into Adam at the creation, so the Holy Spirit, the Breath of God, gives new life to the Church, the Body of Christ. At Pentecost, the Blessed Virgin Mary was present, embodying the Gift of Fortitude in her unwavering trust in God's plan.Fortitude, one of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, strengthens us to persevere in doing good, especially amid trials, suffering, or temptation. It acts as an anchor, holding us steady during life's storms and uniting us more deeply to the Mystery of the Cross.When this memorial was instituted in 2018, Cardinal Robert Sarah beautifully reminded us that “the Christian life must be anchored to the Mystery of the Cross, to the oblation of Christ in the Eucharistic Banquet, and to the Mother of the Redeemer and Mother of the Redeemed….” Today, we honor her not only as the Mother of the Redeemer but also as our Mother—the Mother of the Redeemed. What a profound gift it is to share a spiritual mother with the Son of God! Through her maternal care and intercession, she leads us to her Son and strengthens us on our journey of faith. The Gospel for today's memorial recalls one of the most sacred images in the Scriptures—the Blessed Virgin Mary standing at the foot of the Cross, gazing with perfect faith, hope, and love at her divine Son. Her fidelity to Him was unwavering. With a motherly empathy, strengthened by the fullness of grace, she felt His pains and endured His suffering until the end. Though Jesus embodied every virtue and spiritual gift, He allowed Himself to receive strength and consolation from His mother as He hung upon the Cross. This act of shared love and mutual consolation—Christ receiving strength from His mother as she shared in His suffering—invites us to embrace this same love, allowing our Blessed Mother's maternal care to unite us more fully to Christ. When Jesus turned to His mother and said, “Woman, behold, your son,” and to John, “Behold, your mother,” He was speaking to each of us, entrusting His mother to us and us to her. As the Blessed Mother stood by her Son in His suffering, she also stands by us, teaching us to remain steadfast in our faith, rooted in Christ's sacrifice and strengthened by His Eucharistic presence. God strengthens and consoles us in accord with His divine plan, which includes the grace dispensed through the Sacraments—especially the Eucharist—the charitable intercession of others, the ministry of angels, and the unique motherly mediation of the Mother of God, our mother.Reflect today on the many ways God sanctifies and strengthens you for your mission. Through the Eucharist, we are united to Christ's Cross and receive the grace to rise triumphantly with Him. Along this journey, we are strengthened by the Blessed Mother, the Mother of the Church and the Mediatrix of grace. As the Spirit filled the Church at Pentecost, so too does He fill our hearts today, leading us to Mary, whose love and intercession anchor us to her Son and His saving grace.Mother of the Church and Mother of God, the Holy Spirit filled you with the fullness of grace and perfected every virtue in your humble soul. Your strength to endure the Cross with your Son includes a promise that you will always stand by me, showering your motherly care and mediating the grace of your Son. Please be my mother now and always, and help me to be a faithful disciple of your Son, anchored in His Cross and lifted by His grace. Mother of the Church and Mother of the Redeemed, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: The crucifixion of Jesus /Christ paintingSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

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Acts 1 and Acts 2 show that Pentecost was not the beginning of the story, but the outpouring that came after obedience, waiting, surrender, and preparation. The disciples were told to wait in Jerusalem, the same city where Jesus had been crucified. They had to “wait in danger,” “wait without clarity,” and “wait without a timeline.” Before they were filled with the Spirit, they had to pour themselves out before God. God often gives something new after we release what no longer belongs in our hands. The closet illustration made the spiritual point clear: “You don't buy anything new until you get rid of something old.” Many believers want the promise of God while still holding tightly to old security, old control, old plans, old reputation, and old certainty. Faith sees the promise as more valuable than present security. The disciples were prepared vessels before they became Spirit-filled witnesses. Waiting was not wasted because they spent it in prayer and preparation. “Waiting time is not wasted time if you spend it in preparation.” God poured His Spirit into people who had stayed surrendered long enough to receive what He promised. Fortitude is the Spirit-enabled strength to stay faithful when obedience feels costly. It is not denial, aggression, or pretending fear does not exist. Fortitude means remaining faithful in difficulty, fear, suffering, and uncertainty. Disciplined faith obeys before it sees the payout. The invitation is to clear out whatever blocks surrender and make room for the fullness of the Holy Spirit. God pours into prepared vessels. The question is simple: what old thing needs to leave your hands so God can fill you with what He promised? The post The Poured-Out Church appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

What does it truly mean to live in the Spirit of God?In this powerful Pentecost-centered episode, we dive into the life-changing reality of the Holy Spirit and God's invitation into deeper relationship. Pentecost was not simply a moment in history — it was the beginning of a Spirit-filled Church and a reminder that the same Holy Spirit who descended upon the apostles is still alive and moving today.Together we explore Jesus' words to the apostles, His promise of the Advocate, and the transformation that took place when fearful disciples became bold witnesses through the power of the Holy Spirit.This episode unpacks:    •    The meaning and significance of Pentecost Sunday    •    Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit as our Advocate and Guide    •    The Holy Spirit as the Third Person of the Trinity    •    Scripture reflections from Acts, John, Romans, Galatians, and Corinthians    •    The difference between living according to the flesh and living in the Spirit    •    The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit — Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord    •    How God works through every season of life — including struggle, waiting, and uncertainty    •    This is an invitation to move beyond routine religion and step into authentic relationship with God — living as beloved sons and daughters led by His Spirit.Come, Holy Spirit.This episode is for anyone longing for deeper faith, renewed courage, and a fresh encounter with the presence and power of God.Check out the EF3LIFE platform on social media @ef3life and visit www.ef3life.com for inspiring  faith filled content and books:-The SAINT Next Door-FIRE Burning Within

In the basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, one of the first things a visitor will notice are the massive statues, about three times the height of a person, looking down into the congregation. The statues are of the apostles who, of course, were all martyred but one. But what's catches the attention of visiting pilgrims isn't just the size of the statues, but how they're depicted: held in the hands of each statue are the very means by which they were martyred. For example, St. Simon, who was sawn in two, holds a saw that's as long as he is tall. While it may be a bit gruesome, these statues are also a great reminder of how committed the first Apostles were. It's certainly one of my prayers that I'm never put to the test like that. Truth be told, I'm not sure that I have what it takes to be a martyr, nor do I wish to find out; sometimes it's a challenge just to get up in the morning to celebrate the Mass, but the martyrs were killed for doing exactly what we're doing now. It's easy to imagine how tempting it would have been to abandon the faith, how tempting it would have been to simply deny Jesus to avoid horrible pain and death. Perhaps none of us will ever be threatened with martyrdom, but we all know what it's like to have faith put to the test, to be the subject of ridicule or to be told to keep faith to ourselves. Because we all want to be counted as faithful disciples, the question naturally arises: how did those first disciples remain so faithful and committed even when facing death? What is it that made the martyrs so strong? In short, the answer is the Holy Spirit. At one point, fear drove the disciples to lock themselves away. They feared death. They felt inadequate to share the Good News. They were very aware of their limits and failings; very far from sainthood. So, the disciples hid. It's not where they were to stay though. Once they received the Holy Spirit, they left their place of hiding to proclaim the Good News. When they felt inadequate, the Holy Spirit offered them the gifts needed to find the right words and acts. When they felt far from the Saviour, the Holy Spirit offered them the gifts needed to become saints and heroes for us today. We learn how it's the Holy Spirit that strengthens, teaches, equips and moves disciples, how the gifts of the Holy Spirit give life to our Church. One thing Catholics are great at is making lists. Sacraments, virtues, vices: we make lists not just so there's something to quiz Confirmation candidates on but so it's easy to have goals to aim for and to recognize signs of invisible truths happening all around. One list is the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, a set of categories of different ways we know the Holy Spirit works through disciples. Through the Gift of Wisdom, disciples gain the capacity to love spiritual things more than material things. Through the Gift of Understanding, we understand how to live as followers of the Saviour, never confused by conflicting cultural messages about the right way to live. The Gift of Counsel, sometimes called Right Judgement, reveals the difference between right and wrong, and even right and more right, helping disciples place values in the proper order. With the Gift of Fortitude or courage, we overcome fears and are willing to take risks when following Jesus and his commandments to love and share the Good News. Through the gift of knowledge, disciples don't simply wish to understand God and his ways, but actually see things from God's perspective. When empowered by the Gift of Piety or Reverence, we acknowledge our total dependence on God, we approach him with humility, trust, and love, offering right worship. Finally, the Gift of Fear of the Lord stirs awareness of how all we truly desire, perfect knowledge, and goodness, perfect power, love, happiness and joy, are found in God alone. Maybe you can recognize some of these gifts in your own life, great signs of the Holy Spirit working in your life, proof that God's called on you to share in his work. But maybe you recognize how you might lack some of those gifts. The statues I mentioned earlier: what they held in their hands, the instruments through which they were martyred, were transformed through the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, from instruments of death or signs of failure into trophies that proclaim victory through the Holy Spirit. So, what Gifts of the Holy Spirit could we use more of today? Which of his Gifts might empower our Church, our parish, our families and each Christian to become faithful Disciples who make as big a difference in the world today as did the first Apostles. Let's now take a moment to pray that we would always accept the gifts and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Father of all, we pray that you would send to us your Holy Spirit to offer us his gifts. With wonder and reverence, may we draw closer to you. With knowledge, and understanding, may we share our faith with the world and with courage, may we do so boldly. With wisdom and counsel, may we recognize where we're called to proclaim truth and how we are to use your gifts so our community would reveal your love and be a light in the world. We make this prayer in the name of Jesus, Our Lord. Amen.

The Voice, the Blood and the LifeThe coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples aka Pentecost marks the beginning of the church and its expansion.  The feast's rich readings employ the images of the voice, blood and life to describe the central role of the Holy Spirit in the life of this new community of faith. Let the Holy Spirit bring you: Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and fear of the Lord.  Readings of Pentecost Sunday - Mass During the Day

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Fortitude is very much a necessary part of the toolkit for successful farming. Those at Kimball Ranches- El Hogar know that as well as any.  One of California's most devastating natural disasters, the 2017 Thomas Fire wreaked havoc to their and many other farms in their region. “You could be called crazy for being in partnership with Mother Nature, because as a farmer there are so many things outside of your control,” said Rachael Laenen, Director of Farming and Operations at Kimball Ranches in Ventura County, California. “But it just means  that actually you can really focus on the things that are in your control and do better every day.”This persevering attitude has led to a successful recovery and retooling of their operation, including their crop nutrition.“We were really lucky to come across Redox,” she said. “They have fundamentally changed the way we farm here.”Laenen said Rx Platinum™ has been a crucial part of their young tree establishment program, while Mainstay® Calcium and diKaP have provided major benefits to their older trees. Laenen is the first female chair of the California Avocado Commission's Board of Directors. She and her father, Gordon, carry on the family farming legacy. Find out more about Kimball Ranches- El Hogar, including their retail sales, at https://www.kimballavocados.com.

Faithfulness happens over thousands of days, years, of laying down our lives.

Fortitude despite the shark!

This week, we’re talking with astronaut Butch Wilmore who has spent 465 days off-planet, giving him a literally out-of-this-world perspective on God’s creation. From fighter jet pilot to Space Shuttle commander, Wilmore’s career was a testament to preparation and discipline. However, his faith was truly tested when a spacecraft Wilmore was manning began losing thrusters—and he was just a prayer away from spiraling toward potential disaster. Next up, we speak with Brooke Envick, a veteran dean in higher education, who recounts how achieving every professional milestone left her feeling empty. She discusses combining lessons from neuroscience with practices like gratitude and prayer, revealing how a sudden, debilitating health crisis forced her into a necessary stillness that ultimately paved the way for profound, lasting internal change. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Nikki DeLoach Upcoming interview: Caroline Beidler Jesus Calling for Moms Butch Wilmore Boeing Starliner Stuck in Space: An Astronaut's Hope Through the Unexpected - Book by Butch Wilmore Brooke Envick True Ascension: Unlocking Greatness Through Faith, Fortitude, and Foresight - Book by Brooke Envick Interview Quotes: “You can see the vibrancy, you can see life in the colors. Understanding and knowing that the atmosphere protects the planet and enables us to have the air to breathe that we need, and all of that, and it’s all supplied by our Lord and Savior, our God, the Creator of all things, that is a special thing to view from that vantage point.” - Butch Wilmore “In all types of strenuous situations that we come through in life—to where realizing the Lord’s in control, He is sovereign, working providentially for His Glory and our ultimate good, if we believe. And that is the mainstay of who I am, what I understand, what I know God’s Word to say. And again, even in those moments, it brings intense comfort and intense hope. There’s always, always, eternal hope, regardless of what takes place.” - Butch Wilmore “You’ve got to be completely committed, all in, and that commitment breeds the preparation that is required for whatever the tasks are that you’re undertaking, because the responsibility is great, sometimes greater in certain areas than others.” - Butch Wilmore “I have to come at whatever the task is with a complete mindset of being prepared, disciplined in that preparation, because that’s what it takes—and in those extremist situations, maintaining the focus that’s required to do the task, whatever that might be.” - Butch Wilmore “Anything that we have, everything that we are capable of doing, everything that we are tasked with doing, He’s given us the ability, and to Him be the glory.” - Butch Wilmore “Life is tough, and in every situation, everything in life, you have to want whatever it is that’s going forward. You have to want it, you’ve got to be committed, you’ve got to prepare, because the responsibility is great that God requires of us, in all aspects of our lives.” - Butch Wilmore “God was still shaping me in that moment and it taught me that real change doesn’t always come from moving faster or starting over. Sometimes it actually happens from stopping and listening and allowing God to align your inner life before sending you forward again.” - Brooke Envick “I found that scripture gave me a lot of insight into broader wisdom and lessons from the Bible, prayer gave me a connection and ongoing conversation with God, and meditation brought alignment to my life. It helped me slow down and focus my thoughts and become more intentional about how I was responding to life, instead of simply reacting to it.” - Brooke Envick “What we return to consistently is what begins to shape our thought patterns, emotional responses, and also our sense of peace. So when we connect with God daily, we reinforce those neural pathways associated with calm, trust, and meaning. Devotionals like Jesus Calling help us create space for that daily attunement and moments when we need to pause and listen and realign our thoughts with truth and with trust. What I’ve seen in my own life is that daily connection doesn’t remove challenges, but it changes how we move through them.” - Brooke Envick “Faith isn’t meant to be passive. God gives us direction, purpose, and trust, but He expects us to use the tools He gives us to make progress.” - Brooke Envick “Faith shapes the why, which is our meaning, our purpose, and our trust in God, and neuroscience reveals the how.” - Brooke Envick ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Episodes: https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7 Bonus Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3vfLlGw Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer: https://bit.ly/3Sd0a6C Peace for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3zzwFoj Peace in Uncertain Times: https://bit.ly/3cHfB6u What’s Good? https://bit.ly/3vc2cKj Enneagram: https://bit.ly/3hzRCCY ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

By Doug Green “Many companies don't even realize they're out of compliance until someone takes a close look at how customer interactions are actually being handled,” said Todd Chisholm, president of IFT Solutions. In a recent Technology Reseller News podcast, I spoke with Todd Chisholm, president of IFT Solutions, about the company's new IFT Fortitude program and why MSPs have an opportunity to bring compliance-focused customer service assessments to business clients in regulated industries. IFT Solutions operates as a business process outsourcing company, providing services that range from customer service and collections to front-end sales support. The company also brings a consulting practice to the table, helping organizations assess whether their customer-facing operations, whether handled internally or outsourced, are meeting compliance expectations in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. That consulting expertise is now being packaged into IFT Fortitude, a program designed to let MSPs offer a white-labeled compliance assessment to their end-user customers. The goal is to help businesses determine whether their in-house or outsourced customer service teams are adhering to data privacy and other regulatory requirements. The timing makes sense. MSPs are increasingly serving customers in verticals where compliance is not optional, yet many of those customers may not realize how exposed they are. A company might have solid intentions and good people in place, but still fall short because processes have evolved unevenly, vendors have changed, or customer interactions are not being reviewed through a compliance lens. In many cases, risk builds quietly in day-to-day operations until an audit, complaint, or incident reveals the gap. Chisholm explained that this is where the MSP can provide more than technology support. By working with IFT, partners can bring a practical assessment service into customer accounts and help identify weaknesses before they become business problems. That creates a new advisory conversation for the MSP while addressing a real operational need for the customer. The Fortitude program is especially relevant in markets where customer communications are tightly tied to privacy, documentation, and process controls. Financial services is an obvious fit, but the broader opportunity extends to any organization handling sensitive customer information or operating in a regulated environment. Healthcare, insurance, and other service-intensive verticals are also likely candidates. For partners, the program offers a way to add value without having to build a compliance practice from scratch. IFT provides the assessment framework and expertise, while the MSP can position the service under its own brand and bring it to existing customers as part of a broader trusted advisor relationship. The larger message from the conversation is that compliance is becoming a business operations issue as much as a legal or technical one. Customer service processes, scripts, escalation paths, and outsourced workflows all matter. MSPs that help customers see that more clearly may find a strong opening for new services and deeper client engagement. For channel partners looking to expand beyond traditional IT support, IFT Fortitude points to a useful direction: practical, white-labeled services that help customers reduce risk while strengthening the MSP's role in the account. Learn more: https://telecomreseller.com/2026/04/21/integrated-financial-technologies-launches-ift-fortitude-to-assess-customer-service-compliance/

This episode of Open Channels FM emphasizes fortitude in business, highlighting tenacity, creativity, and resilience as key to breaking through digital noise and getting noticed, with practical advice.

Triangular Fortitude calls us to become a people who do more than simply cross into God’s promises; we are invited to keep going by building memorial stones that anchor us in what God has done, what He is doing, and what He will do. As we remember our Jordan moments, allow God to reshape us at Gilgal, and write His Word into our lives like Ebal, we grow into a community marked by courage, obedience, and public testimony. These stones remind us that we were saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved, and they strengthen us to live boldly so others can see the light of God in us as we continue forward with unwavering fortitude.

Leslie Bosserman shares powerful insights drawn from her new book, "Emotional Endurance." With Stephanie, she explores her personal journey, the necessity of emotional endurance, and practical strategies for developing this crucial skill set from a Christian perspective.  NOTE | We are giving away 3 copies of Leslie's book, "Emotional Endurance." Sign up at https://www.gospelspice.com/lesliebossermangiveaway today! Leslie Bosserman defines emotional endurance as a “dynamic inner capacity to keep going and rise above your circumstances as you deal with life's stresses and challenges”. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution but a set of skills and tools that can be developed and customized to each person's needs, rooted deeply in faith, self-awareness, and lived experience.Emotional endurance is a lifelong journey—dynamic, adaptable, and deeply rooted in our walk with God. Leslie offers a hopeful, practical, and theologically rich path for us to develop greater endurance in the face of life's challenges.Leslie's journey began with a drastic life change: after only four weeks of marriage, Leslie and her husband moved to the Middle East to serve with a non-profit—an experience that profoundly shaped her understanding of endurance, faith, and the necessity of resilience in unfamiliar and challenging environments. Through cultural adaptation, crisis, and change, she learned the importance of inner strength, flexibility, and spiritual grounding.Leslie organizes emotional endurance into six alliterative principles, each with actionable skills:1.      Fortitude to Fail: Embracing failure as a necessary step in growth; learning that God has designed us for recovery and redemption, not perfection.2.      Resilience to Rise: Applying the science of resilience to rise above difficulties, using setbacks as opportunities for persistence and learning.3.      Hope to Heal: Building sustainable hope, even in times of discouragement, by integrating psychological research and Christian theology.4.      Courage to Change: Leaning into bravery to accept the need for change and transformation in alignment with God's purposes.5.      Energy to Engage: Managing one's energy—both physical and spiritual—to avoid burnout and remain engaged in life's calling.6.      Purpose to Persevere: Connecting daily actions to a deeper sense of purpose and legacy, fueling perseverance in long-term challenges.Leslie Bosserman breaks each principle into three actionable skills, allowing for a customized, non-linear journey. This approach encourages small, manageable steps rather than overwhelming change. For example, an essential first step Leslie Bosserman recommends is developing margin—the space between your “load” (responsibilities and stresses) and your “power” (resources and capacity). When margin is lacking, growth and endurance become even more difficult. Cultivating healthy margins means intentionally reducing overload and creating space for God's work in and through us.Another example is the key difference between a fixed mindset (believing abilities and circumstances are static) and a growth mindset (seeing challenges as opportunities to learn). As Stephanie says, we are “half-baked masterpieces”—in progress, growing, and continually shaped by God.By focusing on small, intentional steps and embracing both faith and self-awareness, anyone can begin building the resilience necessary to live out their God-given purpose.MORE ABOUT “EMOTIONAL ENDURANCE”Learn how to come back stronger and keep going when you experience setbacks and disappointment.Why do some people bounce back from adversity while others stay stuck? We all face stress and setbacks, but not everyone recovers the same way. What makes the difference? Executive leadership coach, educator, and TEDx speaker Leslie M. Bosserman has spent decades helping people answer that question. Through research, experience, and her own personal journey, she's identified the key: emotional endurance.In Emotional Endurance, you'll develop the mindset and skills to face life's hardest moments and come out stronger, wiser, and more grounded. Based in psychological research and biblical truth, this practical and hope-filled guide offers a framework for building resilience that lasts. Soon you won't just survive adversity; you'll bounce back stronger with the skills to keep going.Emotional Endurance offers practical tools and transformational results, including how todevelop inner strength and grit through six core principles and eighteen actionable skills;recover from failure, turn it into a source of strength, and use it to fuel your growth;build resilience that lasts beyond a single crisis;access hope to heal from emotional wounds;replace fear and paralysis with courage and clarity;learn to manage your energy by anticipating what drains you and making space for what restores you; andfind strength to endure challenges by standing firm in your clearly defined purpose.This book is a perfect gift for anyone going through a difficult season, friends facing burnout or transition, graduates stepping into uncertain futures, small groups or book clubs focused on personal growth, or leadership retreats and team-building sessions.Real strength isn't about avoiding hard things. It's about moving forward with emotional steadiness when life gets tough. Emotional Endurance equips you with the mindset and resilience to keep going, keep growing, and come out stronger on the other side. Your bounce-back starts here.MORE ABOUT LESLIE BOSSERMANLeslie M. Bosserman, M.Ed., CPCC is an Executive Coach and Lifestyle Strategist for innovators and creative professionals leading dynamic and diverse teams. After working for a decade in higher education and student development, Leslie launched Lead With Intention® – a boutique coaching and consulting practice that specializes in leadership coaching, customized training, and organizational strategy for clients and their teams around the world. She collaborates with a range of creative professionals from entrepreneurs launching their startups to executive leaders at Fortune 500 Companies. Leslie is committed to enhancing her local community and co-created and launched The Makers Place™ with her husband, Joel. As the regions first coworking space with onsite childcare, this innovative multi-use space supports parents who need a professional workspace along with flexible childcare options. She also currently works as the Director and Site Supervisor of Mini Makers™ Preschool. Leslie has also served locally on the leadership team for TEDxSacramento as the Event Coordinator and volunteered as a coach for emerging female leaders through The Women's Impact Alliance (formerly The Coaching Fellowship). She has been a featured speaker at TEDxEustis with over 1.3 million views! Before becoming a Professional Coach, Leslie worked at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she taught leadership and diversity classes as well as ran a campus-wide Leadership Certificate Program for over 500 students, faculty, and staff members. She also has worked professionally in residential life and academic research at UCLA and in Public Affairs at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory under the U.S. Department of Energy. Before becoming a Professional Coach, Leslie worked at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she taught leadership and diversity classes as well as ran a campus-wide Leadership Certificate Program for over 500 students, faculty, and staff members. She also has worked professionally in residential life and academic research at UCLA and in Public Affairs at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory under the U.S. Department of Energy. Leslie loves to travel and explore new places and has visited over 30 countries as well as living abroad in the Middle East for a year where she volunteered at local schools with her husband, Joel. She is an avid artist who also enjoys karaoke, cooking ethnic food, supporting local coffee shops, and practicing yoga. Leslie lives in Northern California with her husband and three children, and travels internationally for coaching, organizational trainings, and retreat facilitation.https://www.lesliembosserman.com/ https://leadwithintention.com/ What does it look like to truly delight in God, in a way that transforms us? Delight in God isn't the same thing as emotional joy every day. It's so much better, and so much deeper! When we awaken our delight in God, we experience less anxiety. We discover a deeper prayer life, and soul-satisfying joyful obedience. We build resilient peace in suffering.  In short, we practice for heaven.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded, Scripture-centered spiritual formation book that invites believers to recover resilient joy in Christ, freeing them from performance-driven faith and exhaustion.Find out more at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

We're living in a fractured world, pulled in a thousand directions, unsure what it actually means to live a good life. In this episode, I talk with Alan Noble about virtue, telos, and how prudence, justice, courage, temperance, faith, hope, and love reorient us toward a life that is whole, grounded, and shaped by the way of Jesus. We explore decision-making, suffering, agency, and hope - and what it looks like to actually embody these virtues in everyday life.Dr. O. Alan Noble is Associate Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University, a fellow at the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics, and author of four books, including: To Live Well: Practical Wisdom for Moving Through Chaotic Times, On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living, and You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World. Dr. Noble has published articles at The Atlantic, The Gospel Coalition, First Things, and Christianity Today. He lives in Oklahoma City with his wife and three children.Alan's Book:To Live WellAlan's Recommendation:The Quest for CommunityConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below NEW PODCAST: American Evangelicals - A History PodcastA thoughtful, deep dive into one of the most talked-about movements in American history.Support the show

VISITÁ NUESTRA WEB: https://www.historiaenpodcast.com.ar/ En este episodio nos metemos en una de las operaciones de engaño más brillantes de la historia: Operación Fortitude. Un plan tan perfecto que logró convencer a Hitler de que el desembarco aliado no sería en Normandía… incluso cuando ya estaba ocurriendo. Porque antes del Día D, hubo otra batalla. Una batalla silenciosa. Una batalla de información, mentiras y manipulación. Y en esa guerra invisible… se empezó a ganar todo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#10MinuteswithJesus ** Put yourself in the presence of God. Try talking to Him. ** 10 minutes are 10 minutes. Even if you can get distracted, reach the end. ** Be constant. The Holy Spirit acts "on low heat" and requires perseverance. 10-Minute audio to help you pray. Daily sparks to ignite prayer: a passage from the gospel, an idea, an anecdote and a priest who speaks with you and the Lord, inviting you to share your intimacy with God. Find your moment, consider you are in His presence and click play.

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for April 23, 2026 is: fortitude • FOR-tuh-tood • noun Fortitude is a formal word that refers to the strength of mind that enables someone to encounter danger or to bear pain or adversity with courage. Less formal words with similar meanings include grit, fiber, and pluck. // To reach the summit of the mountain requires not only great physical strength and training but the fortitude to persevere no matter the challenge. See the entry > Examples: “Managing is never a one-size-fits-all process. Personality, fortitude, and experience all matter, as does context.” — Gary Deer, The Daily Gazette (Xenia, Ohio), 28 Mar. 2026 Did you know? Fortitude comes from the Latin word fortis, meaning “strong,” and in English it has always been used primarily to describe strength of mind. For a time, the word was also used to mean “physical strength”; William Shakespeare used it that way in Henry VI, Part 1: “Coward of France! How much he wrongs his fame / Despairing of his own arm's fortitude.” But despite use by the famous bard, that meaning languished and is now considered obsolete. Even the familiar phrase “intestinal fortitude” is just a humorous way to refer to someone's courage or mental stamina, not the literal strength of their digestive system. (If you're looking to describe a mighty gastrointestinal tract, we might suggest “iron stomach.”)

This week... the direct actions that revolution requires are made possible by subtle shifts and internal choices. Fortitude and determination to change patterns, increase coherence, and build personal and collective power is building. Stories and words are spells we cast and have been entranced by. When we bring attention to our internal speech patterns and notice how our mental messaging actually feels in our bodies and spirits, we counter the hexes of oppression that masquerade inside the guises of status quo normalcy.  Opening poem credit: Dr. Anna Dinallo✨✨✨This week-ahead reading for April 20-26, 2026 is an excerpt from this week's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Somatic Space class⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Renee Sills. For the full-length forecast and embodied practice for this week, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠purchase the recording here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.✨✨✨UPCOMING AT EMBODIED ASTROLOGY:

In this episode of The Writing Community Chat Show, Chris sits down with UK-based television producer, script editor, and debut author, Charlotte Robinson!Charlotte brings an incredible wealth of storytelling knowledge from the screen to the page. After working her way up from an on-set runner (mastering the art of making the perfect cup of tea), she became a driving creative force behind major TV hits like Sky's Fortitude, Amazon Prime's adaptation of The Power, and Steven Knight's A Thousand Blows for Disney+.Now, she's translating that high-stakes, binge-worthy pacing into her highly anticipated debut sci-fi thriller, MARS ONE( publishing May 23rd with Transworld).If you have ever struggled with pacing, character depth, or bloated first drafts, this episode is an absolute masterclass. Grab a pint or a perfectly brewed tea, and get ready to take notes!In this episode, we dive into:The "Ruthless TV Editor" Mindset: How Charlotte applied TV production rules to cut a staggering 80,000 words from her first draft.The Margaret Atwood Timeline: A brilliant character-building exercise to give your protagonists deep psychological context.Writers' Room Secrets: How to use the "Post-It Note" method and Scrivener to weave together multiple POVs without losing the emotional thread.The Billionaire Space Race: A fascinating debate into the real-world inspirations behind Mars One and the geopolitical dangers of handing space exploration over to private companies.The Geek Vault: How a professional script editor would fix the controversial ending of Game of Thrones, and the fictional characters Charlotte would take on a one-way trip to Mars!About Charlotte Robinson: Charlotte is a writer, TV producer, and die-hard sci-fi & fantasy fan living in Essex. Her debut novel, MARS ONE, is a fast-paced thriller about a reality TV-funded colonization mission to Mars where a saboteur strikes in the dark vacuum of space.Pre-order MARS ONE: https://amzn.to/4e1G9NMShow Notes & Resources:

Professor Alan Noble is a voice of good sense in a world where good sense seems to be in short supply. His new book is To Live Well: Practical Wisdom for Moving Through Chaotic Times. It is a call to return to the old paths as laid out in the seven virtues of Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance, Faith, Hope, and Love. In this episode, Alan and Jonathan Rogers talk about the limits of technique, a respect for reality, and largeness of spirit, among other topics.Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to stand firm when everything in you wants to fold — not just on the battlefield, but in the garden at Chelsea, in the courtroom, at the kitchen table with someone you love? In this episode we look at fortitude, what Adam Smith called "the uniquely splendid quality of man," through the eyes of Thomas Aquinas, Aristotle, and some of the most vivid moments in Scripture, literature, and film. We start where the Church starts us this week — with the apostles, sprung from prison by an angel, walking straight back to the temple at dawn to keep preaching. That is fortitude in its purest form. From there we explore why only the vulnerable can be truly brave, why Aquinas says endurance is a harder and nobler act than attack, and why most of what the world calls courage is actually one of five convincing counterfeits. We spend time with Thomas More, standing quiet and unshakeable before the most powerful man in England, and we ask what his daily courage demands of us — not the grand martyrdom, but the ordinary refusal to smile and nod at what is false. Because there is no automatic victory in human affairs. The victory of truth depends, to some considerable extent, on your defense of it.

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. In this episode, Strength From Within

What does it actually mean to build a rich life?A life where richness is not just defined by money?In this episode, Haley is breaking down her 5 F's of building her own rich life: Faith, Family, Freedom, Finances, and Fortitude.Because the truth is… a lot of people are financially successful but still feel completely bankrupt in the areas that matter most.In this episode, she digs into about:why money alone won't make you feel richhow to stop building a life that only looks good on paperand what it actually takes to create a life that feels aligned, full, and sustainableIf you've been chasing success but still feel like something is missing, this episode will shift your perspective and your focus.A rich life isn't a life without problems. It's a life where you have the capacity to handle them.CONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haley.westfall.comLinkedIn: Haley Westfall

Send us Fan MailIn this impactful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Larry Agee, co-founder and executive director of Disaster Aid USA, a nonprofit organization that has provided an astounding $2.5 million in disaster relief over the past year. Larry, a U.S. Army veteran and seasoned financial planner, shares his journey from military service to disaster relief, driven by a passion for helping communities in crisis. With experience in over 70 disaster missions across the globe—from Ukraine to Haiti and South Sudan—Larry offers invaluable insights into the chaos of disaster response, the importance of empathy, and the role of community engagement in recovery efforts. He discusses the intricacies of mucking and gutting homes after floods, the emotional toll of witnessing devastation, and the profound moments that reaffirm the necessity of this work. Larry also highlights the significance of training local volunteers and fostering leadership within communities to amplify their impact. Tune in to learn how you can support disaster relief efforts and make a difference in the lives of those affected by calamities.Want to be a guest on Living the Dream with Curveball? Send Curtis Jackson a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1628631536976x919760049303001600Support the showwww.disasterusa.orgThe Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Support the show

Daniel 1:1-21; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the first series in the series "Daniel: Hope for Exiles."

Listen to Kylie Syfert teach on the importance of having fortitude in the days ahead!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cross-kingdom-sermon-of-the-week--2084451/support.

Women's Day of Recollection March 7, 2026 at Queen of All Saints chapel in Pottstown, Pennsylvania    Conference I Virago: The Call to Feminine Fortitude By Rev. Reid Hennick

Women's Day of Recollection March 7, 2026 at Queen of All Saints chapel in Pottstown, Pennsylvania    Conference II Virago: The Call to Feminine Fortitude By Rev. Reid Hennick

What if success is not measured by how big your practice becomes, but by how aligned your life feels? Dr. Lona and Dr. Chris Grier explore what it actually means to build a remarkable life alongside a remarkable practice. They share the real decisions behind homeschooling, transitioning back to public school, structuring weekly marriage meetings, and protecting time for family. This conversation invites chiropractors to clarify their core values, define success on their own terms, and build a practice strong enough to support the life they truly want. It is a grounded reminder that growth only matters if it honors what matters most. Key Highlights 02:18 – The tension between massive business growth and personal values surfaces in a powerful opening reflection. 04:34 – Chris shares the family decision to prioritize homeschooling and intentionally limit business expansion. 05:59 – A deep dive into defining family core values and filtering every major decision through them. 07:37 – Simplicity, freedom, abundance, and peace of mind emerge as guiding anchors for life and business. 10:06 – The shift from homeschooling to public high school becomes a values-based family recalibration. 11:16 – Lona shares the homeschool decision process with her own children and protecting evening family rhythms. 15:24 – The idea of crafting your own dream challenges the social media version of success. 19:27 – Fortitude is required to stop defaulting back into overworking when pressure hits. 20:57 – A call to action: stop the hamster wheel, take time, and intentionally redesign your life. 22:50 - Dr. Kevin Day welcomes Success Partner, Dr. Jeff Langmaid of The Smart Chiropractor to discuss consistent email communication to improve patient retention, reactivations, and overall profitability. They discuss key metrics like net momentum and lifetime value, emphasizing that keeping and reactivating patients is far more cost-effective than constantly acquiring new ones, leading to stronger, more sustainable practice growth.   Resources Mentioned For more information about The Smart Chiropractor please visit: https://thesmartchiropractor.com/ To schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Lona: https://go.oncehub.com/DrLonaBuildPodcast To schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Bobby: https://go.oncehub.com/DrBobbyBuildPodcast Learn more about the Remarkable CEO Podcast:  https://theremarkablepractice.com/podcast

A 4-year-old's Lenten question opens a bigger one: what does it actually mean to “act like Jesus” and pray, “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”? In this episode, Joe Rockey and Father Boniface Hicks connect Lent, Scripture, and real-life decision-making—showing that God's will is love, but love isn't vague “good vibes.” Love has reality, boundaries, and practical limits: what you can give, what someone can receive, and what wisdom calls for in a specific moment.They start with the Garden of Eden and the way God speaks truth about consequences, then move into how virtue matures us toward love as the “crown” of the virtues. The conversation closes with a key challenge: most of life isn't a carved-in-stone playbook—so how do we actually develop discernment, trust our judgment, and keep growing (with God's grace and the help of others)?Key Ideas“Act like Jesus” isn't imitation theater—it's becoming formed in God's logic over time, especially through Lent.God's will (in heaven and on earth) is love, and virtue exists to serve love.Love has limits in practice: what you can do, what others can receive, and what is realistically possible.We avoid what is clearly wrong, but we don't always instantly know the most loving “right” in gray areas.Discernment grows through prayer, experience, feedback, community wisdom, and noticing wounded places that distort decisions.The Holy Spirit forms Christians gradually—more sensitivity, better judgment, more Christlike freedom.Scripture Mentioned (no links)Genesis 2–3 (Garden of Eden context)Matthew 6:10 (“Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”)Galatians 6:2 (“Carry one another's burdens…”)Romans 13:10 (“Love is the fulfillment of the law”)Acts 3:1–10 (the beggar at the Beautiful Gate)Links & References (official/source only)Dr. Jordan B. Peterson (official site):https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/CTA: If this helped, please leave a review or share this episode with a friend.Questions or thoughts? Email FatherAndJoe@gmail.com .Tags (comma-separated)Father and Joe, Joe Rockey, Father Boniface Hicks, Lent, Ash Wednesday, first week of Lent, giving things up, sacrifice, act like Jesus, thy will be done, God's will, love, virtue, prudence, justice, temperance, fortitude, crown of virtues, discernment, spiritual growth, Holy Spirit, spiritual consolation, wisdom, counsel, moral norms, right and wrong, gray areas, parenting and faith, fatherhood, children's questions, Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve, Genesis, Our Father, Matthew 6:10, Galatians 6:2, Romans 13:10, Acts 3, Beautiful Gate, community learning, trusting intuition, woundedness, conflict aversion, spiritual formation, YouTube podcast, subscribe on YouTube

In 1968, a bright young woman became the subject of a kidnapping plot cooked up from the mind of a narcissist who thought the world owed him something. Barbara Jane Mackle would find her revenge in a life well-lived.Strange and Unexplained" is a podcast from Grab Bag Collab & Three Goose Entertainment and is a journey into the uncomfortable and the unknowable that will leave you both laughing and sleeping with the lights on. You can get early and ad-free episodes and much more over at www.grabbagcollab.comFollow us on InstagramEpisode Sponsors:Mint Mobile. Ready to stop paying more than you have to? New customers can make the switch today and, for a limited time, get unlimited premium wireless for just $15 per month. Switch now at mintmobile.com/strange Wayfair. Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. Factor. Head to factormeals.com/daisyeagan50off and use code daisyeagan50off to get 50% off and free breakfast for a year. Eat like a pro this month with Factor. New subscribers only, varies by plan. 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year while subscription is activeAvocado Green Mattress. Go to AvocadoGreenMattress.com/STRANGE and check out their mattress and bedding sale!

In this episode, the MadPo3t sits down with writer Diana Esther to dissect the intersection of experimental craft and existential survival. Diana reveals how her "Freeflow" style wasn't just a choice, but a natural evolution born from deep experimentation—a process that exposed her innate talents and anchored her identity as a lifelong writer.Beyond the mechanics of the page, the conversation shifts into the "Deep Iron" of her life experiences. Diana shares her journey of overcoming cancer, a battle that radically recalibrated her understanding of the world and her approach to the creative process. This is a "Wisdom Driven" dialogue that challenges the listener to look past the surface of storytelling and into the very grit required to sustain a life of meaning.

There are seasons when strength feels thin and tears fall faster than we can hold them back. In those moments, it can feel like we’re barely surviving the weight of what we’re carrying. Yet Psalm 34 reminds us of a powerful truth: the Lord hears the cries of the righteous, stays close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Sometimes we wish God would instantly remove the hardship. We know He has the power to do it. But often, He doesn’t. Not because He is distant—but because He is deeply invested in a greater good we cannot yet see. Jesus does not stand far off while we struggle. He draws near. He sees every tear. He understands every ache. His compassion is not theoretical; it is personal. He is present in the sorrow, strengthening us step by step. Hard seasons are not wasted seasons. Even when circumstances don’t feel good, God promises to work them for good for those who love Him. His plan is redemptive. His love is steady. His presence is constant. If you are fighting through something heavy today, remember: you are not fighting alone. The Lord is close. He is holding you. And He is leading you toward something more beautiful than you can yet imagine. Main Takeaways God hears your cries and stays close when you are brokenhearted. Jesus feels compassion for your pain and walks with you through it. Not all hardship is removed immediately, but none of it is wasted. God is working redemption even when you cannot see it. You can find fortitude by leaning on His presence and promises. Today's Bible Reading:The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:17-18) Your Daily Prayer Prayer excerpt for listeners: “Help me remember how much You love me and that right where I am is part of Your good plan.” Listen to the full prayer here. To view the prayer in written format, visit the links below. Find more encouragement and daily devotionals: LifeAudio.com – Christian podcasts and devotionals Crosswalk.com – Faith-based articles, prayer guides, and Bible study resources If you liked what you read, I think you will love my latest book, Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With the One Who Overcomes. You can find it on Amazon or your favorite online retail site. I hope it blesses you! - Keri This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.orgTrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. https://trinitycredit.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Life can change in an instant, testing our resilience, faith, and perspective. Lindsey Roy joins the show to share her journey from a traumatic boating accident that led to a leg amputation to a rare lung disease requiring a double lung transplant, revealing how these experiences reshaped her motherhood, leadership, and daily life. She reflects on trusting her body, leaning on community, and embracing vulnerability—showing how even the toughest challenges can inspire growth, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose.  Key Takeaways:   Life-altering challenges can become catalysts for deeper perspective, resilience, and purpose.  Trusting your body and advocating for your health are essential parts of healing.  Vulnerability in leadership builds trust, connection, and healthier work cultures.  Community, faith, and support systems help carry the weight when life feels overwhelming.  Adaptability and gratitude can transform limitations into opportunities for growth.  About Lindsey Roy:  Lindsey Roy has twice needed surgery to save her life. The first, a leg amputation after a traumatic boating accident and the second a double lung transplant after being diagnosed with a rare and progressive disease which constricted the blood vessels in her lungs. These experiences, coupled with her natural gifts for speaking and writing, have created a passion in Lindsey to tell her story in the hopes of helping others tackle whatever obstacles life throws at them. She did a TEDx talk in 2017 titled "What Trauma Taught Me About Happiness" which has been viewed by nearly 200,000 people. Her story has been featured in major publications, such as O Magazine, Fast Company, Forbes, and Working Mother.  Lindsey's perspective is also honed by her roles as a corporate executive, mother, and wife. She is Senior VP Strategy & Brand at Hallmark, where she is leading various initiatives and groups—many of which draw from the lessons shared in The Gift of Perspective. She has a degree in Journalism & Advertising with a minor in Speech from Kansas State University and serves on many charitable boards, including Ability KC, Steps of Faith, and the Ad Council. Her greatest joy in life is spending time with her family—her husband Aaron and children, Mitchell and Morgan.  Connect with Lindsey Roy at:  https://www.instagram.com/lindseyroy26/?hl=en  https://lindseyroy.com/   https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Perspective-Wisdom-Gained-Losing/dp/1773271865/ref  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Matthew Shindell contrasts Islamic scientific advancements with European views, highlighting how Dante Alighierireinterpreted Mars in the Divine Comedy as a symbol of fortitude and martyrdom.

Don Lemon is arrested in Los Angeles. How did this happen, and what charges is he facing? Meanwhile, Tom McClusky joins us to break down what's really going on inside the Trump administration and how new data could reshape the 2026 and 2028 elections. And finally, President Trump meets with the “Queen of Rap.” All this and more on the LOOPcast!00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast01:50 Don Lemon ARRESTED09:00 Insider Scoop on the Trump Admin + Pro-Life Cause27:06 Census Projection for 203040:32 Good News55:59 Twilight Zone1:06:20 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast  https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2  Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Prayer for the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit:O Lord Jesus Christ Who, before ascending into heaven did promise to send the Holy Spirit to finish Your work in the souls of Your Apostles and Disciples, deign to grant the same Holy Spirit to me that He may perfect in my soul, the work of Your grace and Your love. Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom, that I may despise the perishable things of this world and aspire only after the things that are eternal; the Spirit of Understanding, to enlighten my mind with the light of Your divine truth; the Spirit of Counsel, that I may ever choose the surest way of pleasing God and gaining heaven; the Spirit of Fortitude, that I may bear my cross with You and that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation; the Spirit of Knowledge, that I may know God and know myself and grow perfect in the science of the Saints; the Spirit of Piety, that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable; and the Spirit of Fear, that I may be filled with a loving reverence towards God and may dread in any way to displease Him. Mark me, dear Lord, with the sign of Your true disciples and animate me in all things with Your Spirit.AmenAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Send us a textA ten-year-old girl asks her podcasting neighbors to kill the monster she believes ate her entire family. To protect her, they'll need to battle an onslaught of listeners and each other while accepting the fact that one of them is an actual monster. On Episode 704 of Trick or Treat Radio our feature presentation is the fantasy horror film Dust Bunny from director Bryan Fuller! We also talk about; the rise of horror during award season, our coming attraction reaction for the new Masters of the Universe trailer, and attempt to determine the difference between fantasy and reality. So grab your covers, pull them up tight, make sure to feed the monster under your bed, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: The Year in Horror, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Bugonia, Frankenstein, Aliens, Misery, Silence of the Lambs, Sinners, Weapons, The Ugly Stepsister, Academy Award Nominations, The Comedy of Terrors, The Thing Without a Face, A Stranger is Watching, Burned at the Stake, The Greasy Strangler, Summer of 84, RKSS, Legion, Charman, Friday the 13th, Saw 2, Feast, Fortitude, Linda Blair, Chained Heat, Red Heat, Carrie, Deep Evil, Hollow Man 2, Beyond Evil, Hysterical, The Lost Empire, After Darkness, Succubus, Bill Bixby, Bad Blood, The Faculty, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, The Manitou, Donkey Punch, Robert E. Howard, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, Mad Love, Phantom Creeps, Peter Jackson, The Muppets meet The Feebles, Dead Alive, Bad Taste, The Man That Laughs, Masters of the Universe, Bobby “The Brain” He-Man, Shelby Oaks, The House on Haunted Grounds, Retro Ridoctopus, Hart Foundation, Tango and Cash, Mockingbird Lane, Fisher Price “My First Horror Film”, Bryan Fuller, Dust Bunny, Mads Mikkelsen, Sophie Sloan, David Dastmalchian, Sigourney Weaver, impish and whimsical, Leon the Professional, City of Lost Children, Tigers Are Not Afraid, Samurai Jack, Hannibal, Delicatessen, The Take That I Took, Christmas on Eternia, The First Depression, Too Many Zoltans, Well Hungarian, My Beard is Shakespeare, and Amuse-Douche.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

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