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In today's message, Pastor Mateo reminds us that if we really believe God is a good Gift-Giver, we'll actually want to receive the gifts He gives—because they're meant to bring us joy, help us connect with Him, and build each other up.

"The Great Gift Giver" is a poem taken from Mark's 2025 poetry collection 'The Storyteller' - now available to purchase in hardback and as an ebook from Amazon.Check out more of Mark's poetry @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MarkThePoet.me ⁠⁠Listen on Apple Podcasts and read a transcript.

God gives us spiritual gifts. Each one is unique and special. In this message, Pastor Aaron Kennedy shares the value of our individual gifts as we work together to further the Kingdom of God.

God gives us spiritual gifts. Each one is unique and special. In this message, Pastor Aaron Kennedy shares the value of our individual gifts as we work together to further the Kingdom of God.

Ashley is known to be a good gift giver but there are times she can go a little overboard...

“Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” (James 4:17 NLT) Name a reason you might not use a gift that someone gave you. (You can imagine that you’re playing Family Feud, if it helps you think better.) Maybe the gift isn’t practical—you have no use for it. Maybe it’s not your style or size. Maybe you think you don’t deserve it. Maybe you don’t have a good relationship with the gift giver. Now name a reason you might not use a gift that God gave you. That’s a harder one, isn’t it? It’s not a theoretical exercise. God has given you a gift. The apostle Peter wrote, “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another” (1 Peter 4:10 NLT). Since God is the One who gave it, your gift is perfectly practical. And since He created and knows everything about you, it’s exactly your size and style. It’s true you don’t deserve it—but then again, none of us deserves any good thing from God. He gives because He’s merciful and gracious. And if you want to enjoy a healthy relationship with your Gift Giver, you’ll learn how to maximize your gift. If that’s not motivation enough, there’s always James’ words in James 4:17: “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” There are countless people who will benefit from your putting your spiritual gift to work. If you choose to ignore your gift, you’re choosing to ignore them. You wouldn’t dream of neglecting your spouse or your family members or the people closest to you. And you should carry that same attitude toward the people in your church. Romans 12:4–5 says, “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other” (NLT). Christianity is not an individual pursuit. Everyone who trusts Christ becomes a member of His body. Biology teaches us that each part of the human body plays an important role. Your eyes, ears, fingers, toes, and internal organs all perform vital functions. God’s Word teaches us that each member of Christ’s body plays an important role. Your role is determined by the spiritual gift God has given you. In 1 Corinthians 12:18, the apostle Paul says, “But our bodies have many parts, and God has put each part just where he wants it” (NLT). One verse earlier, he asks, “If the whole body were an eye, how would you hear? Or if your whole body were an ear, how would you smell anything?” (NLT). His point is that God has a plan for His people to use their individual gifts to benefit the church, the body of Christ. He helps mesh believers’ different gifts so that they work together as one. The takeaway is that we all have a part to play in the body of Christ. God has seen to that. If God has given you a gift, it’s irresponsible to not use it. Look at the words of James 4:17 again. And then ask God to show you what your supernatural gift is so that you can begin to use it. Reflection question: How can you use the gift God has given you in your church community? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever considered that your envy of others may be causing you to also feel...lonely? Maybe your time spent on social media is actually causing you to feel more alone and less connected, like you'd hoped. Are you constantly comparing yourself to others and noticing a growing distance between yourself and those with whom you are comparing?Join us on this episode of the Live Like It's True podcast, where Shannon is joined by author, speaker, and podcaster, Becky Harling, to hear about the story of two sisters, Rachel and Leah. You'll see how God invites us to see Him as the Gift Giver, draw near to Him in thankfulness, and celebrate with others the gifts God has given them. Doing so will increase our connection not only to Him, but also to those around us.  Where else can I listen to this podcast?Go HERE to find this episode on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.Guest: Becky HarlingBible Passage: Jacob Marries Lean and Rachel - Genesis 29:16-35Get your Free Resource: False Narrative WatchlistRecommended Resources: Check out Becky's New Book, Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World, Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREComparison Girl by Shannon PopkinComparison Girl for Teens by Lee Nienhuis and Shannon PopkinResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinBecky HarlingBecky is married to Steve Harling, and together they have four kids and fourteen grandkids. They've had the opportunity to travel all over the United States and to many different countries around the world.In addition to being an author and speaker, Becky is a certified coach with The John Maxwell Team. She offers classes and seminars on leadership, communication, and personal growth, as well as personal coaching for those looking to grow emotionally, professionally, or spiritually. Connect with Guest:WebsiteInstagramFacebookPodcast Get our free "Pray God's Promises" prayer guide. Go to Shannonpopkin.com/PROMISES/ for more information on my neww Bible study, Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith. Get your free False Narrative Watchlist. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

We have a tendency to forget. We who have been redeemed by the precious blood of Christ and adopted into his family and reconciled into his fellowship – if we are not careful, can forget what we've been saved from.So, God, in his mercy, places us in the refiner's fire from time to time. He allows us to experience pain and loss and fear – so that we might see clearly everything of ourselves that is not in Him. And this is when we are able to get down to the truth of the matter. What do we love most – the gifts or the gift-giver? • The Lord uses different things at different times in different people's lives. And what is difficult for you might not be so difficult for another. But the Lord knows how to deliver them that are his.o Financial problemso Relationshipso Healtho FamilyWhatever you are going through, God has a purpose, and He can deliver you!

Are you the gift or the gift-giver?  This question made me stop and hit play on my guest's LinkedIn video post.  What I heard next has shifted everything for me and I know it will for you too.   Before you hit play on this episode I want you to know why this episode is so important.  If you've been listening to Reframe to Create for any amount of time you know I always encourage you to create with your gifts as the key to reframing your entire relationship to work.  But if you've felt something is a little off for you it might be because of what Travis Lee Howard will dig up today.  Not knowing if you are the gift or the gift-giver might have led you into roles and positions that are misaligned with who you are at your core.  And you've probably been paying a hefty price for it.  But that can change today.   In this episode you'll learn: How to tell if you are the gift or the gift-giver?  Why distinguishing which one you are is so important  Key steps to take to get realigned according to which one you are I really believe this episode may be just the thing you've needed to unlocked and make sense of your entire work experience and journey.   When you get your reframe be sure to reach out and let me know how this has impacted how you see who you are and what you'll do next.     About my guest:  Travis Lee Howard's career is a remarkable blend of entrepreneurship, leadership, and mindful management. From his early days in technology and law to his pioneering work in the cannabis industry and his current role as a coach and consultant, Travis's journey is marked by continuous growth and impactful contributions. His dedication to fostering innovation, compassion, and strategic excellence makes him a standout figure in the modern business landscape. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial leadership experience, Travis coaches potential founders and entrepreneurs to reach their full potential through a simple paradigm. In teaching the mindful management pillars he works with his clients to tackle self, customer, machine, and team in a manner that aligns and inspires.   Contact Travis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisleehoward/   Reference Episodes Reframe to Create Episode 85 - Your Challenge is Your Gift | Sandy Dang    About: The Reframe to Create podcast is hosted by Joy Spencer, an Executive Leadership and Storytelling Coach, Speaker, and Organizational Development Consultant working with professionals and leaders at all levels within organizations.  Joy leverages over 17 years of experience she gained while working to champion change in social justice movements, including those related to global access to essential medicines and consumer advocacy for online privacy.  This work required a dogged commitment to not merely challenging the status quo, but to reimagining and working towards creating an ideal future.  It is this commitment to creating that has shaped Joy's coaching philosophy and approach today. Using her signature C.R.E.A.T.E. framework, Joy guides her clients through a process to become incomparable in work so they can get paid to be themselves.   Follow Joy on LinkedIn  - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-spencer/  

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Join returning guest historian and researcher Dr. Debora Moretti for a fascinating journey through centuries of Italian folklore as she invites you to get to know La Befana, Italy's beloved Epiphany gift-giver. This beloved figure's dual nature - from benevolent grandmother to harbinger of fortune - has endured through generations of Italian tradition. Dr. Moretti weaves historical insights with personal memories of celebrating La Befana and cherishing this treasured tradition today, sharing stories of ancient Christian origins, regional folklore variations, and time-honored customs like the musical Befanata processions. #ItalianTraditions #ChristmasCulture #Epiphany #Folklore #ItalianHeritage #WinterFestival Debora Moretti Free Ticket to Connecticut Remembrance Event February 1, 2025 Remembering the Innocent Victims of the Connecticut Witch Trials – Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project Listen to Podcast Episode: Italian Witchcraft Trials with Debora Moretti Buy The Befana is Returning by Steve Siporin Witch Hunt podcast Contribute to End Witch Hunts Sign up for our Newsletter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witchhunt/support

The Gift Giver

When is a gift not a gift? Maybe it was given with a sense of obligation; the giver felt a gift was necessary or expected. Or maybe it felt more like manipulation, as though the giver was more interested in getting something from you than for you. These situations are unfortunate at best. When they carry over into our relationship with God, they can be tragic. In today's addendum to the Advent season, we'll see how to set aside guilt and entitlement in our relationship with our Heavenly Father and Gift Giver, and replace them with joy and gratitude that ends up being more enjoyable and productive.

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God gives us the most unbreakable, precious gift: His love. And we know the depth of his love because of the depth of his sacrifice: He gave us his one and only Son, even when we did not love him. We don't deserve his love, nor can we earn his love; God gives us his love simply out of his grace. All we have to do is receive his love.

Just as Israel was full of worry and anxiety under the oppression of Rome, we experience the oppression of worry and anxiety in our world today. It's no wonder that one of the greatest gifts God has given us is peace. Jesus is not just the Prince of Peace, nor does He keep peace to Himself as a possession. Rather, in His grace, Jesus has given us HIS PEACE by the power of the Holy Spirit. We can have His peace as a gift right now by just receiving it.

Do you find it absolutely impossible to buy gifts for people? Maybe the holidays freak you out because you can't stop thinking about how to give a thoughtful gift. Well, your girl has got you! Here's a quick guide on how to give the perfect thoughtful gift that your people will remember. We're talking handmade gifts, how to effectively thrift and why Pinterest is your friend. Find my amazon gift list here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/lexxhidalgo With love, Lexi Keep up with me here, too: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexxhidalgo/?hl=en Moments IG: https://www.instagram.com/themomentspod/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lexxhidalgo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZpEdIqyesP-XZn89i0yNpQ And order the journal that sparked it all, so excited for you to experience the moments journal too

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Deeper Dive Theme: We learn from Pastor Forbes how to find out your spiritual gifts Episode Title: The Gift Giver Hosts: Dawn Williams Guest: Pastor Latoya Forbes Date: September 18, 2024 Tags: #psdapodcast #podcast #DeeperDive #AdventistPodcast #ChristianPodcast #AdventistPodcasts #psdatv #gift #believer #community #unique #special #talent #BodyOfChrist #KingdomOfGod For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Deeper Dive Theme: We learn from Pastor Forbes how to find out your spiritual gifts Episode Title: The Gift Giver Hosts: Dawn Williams Guest: Pastor Latoya Forbes Date: September 18, 2024 Tags: #psdapodcast #podcast #DeeperDive #AdventistPodcast #ChristianPodcast #AdventistPodcasts #psdatv #gift #believer #community #unique #special #talent #BodyOfChrist #KingdomOfGod For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Theme: Understanding your unique gift and how its usage enlarges the kingdom of God and brings the believer into community Speaker: Pastor Latoya Forbes Title: The Gift Giver Key text: https://www.bible.com/bible/59/1CO.12.1-11.esv Bulletin/Notes: http://bible.com/events/49317839 Date: September 14, 2024 Tags: #psdatv #gift #believer #community #unique #special #talent #BodyOfChrist #KingdomOfGod  For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spiritual gifts are given to us by God through the Holy Spirit so that we can serve Him and others. Understanding how and why these gifts are given helps us better understand the One who gives us these gifts. 

The following episode is a live recorded sermon from the Sunday gathering at The Heights Church Denver on 08/18/24 The Spirit Gives Gifts: 1 Corinthians 12 | Holy Spirit Corbin Hobbs The Holy Spirit has famously been called “the forgotten God.” Christians give a lot of attention to the Father who pursues and loves his prodigal children. We, of course, love Jesus who came and accomplished our salvation through a cross and resurrection. But when it comes to the Spirit many Christians are at a loss. The Spirit feels like the proverbial “third-wheel” on the trinitarian date. And much of this is because of the lack of good teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. But without the Holy Spirit, we cannot be adopted into the Fathers family or receive the forgiveness for our sins that Jesus accomplished on the cross. In the words of Father Ignatius Hazim, “Without the Holy Spirit, God is distant, Christ is in the past, the Gospel is a dead letter, the Church is simply an organization, authority is always domination, mission is propaganda, worship is the summoning of spirits, and Christian action is the morality of slaves.” We need the Holy Spirit. 07/28/24 - John 16:5-15 - It is Better 08/04 - John 3 - Are You Born Again? 08/11 - Galatians 5 - How to Change 08/18 - 1 Corinthians 12 - Gift-Giver 09/01 - Acts 1-2 - Empowerer for Mission For more information about The Heights Church, or to contact us, visit our website at TheHeightsDenver.com

The following episode is a live recorded sermon from the Sunday gathering at The Heights Church Denver on 07/28/24 How to Change: Galatians 5 | Holy Spirit Corbin Hobbs The Holy Spirit has famously been called “the forgotten God.” Christians give a lot of attention to the Father who pursues and loves his prodigal children. We, of course, love Jesus who came and accomplished our salvation through a cross and resurrection. But when it comes to the Spirit many Christians are at a loss. The Spirit feels like the proverbial “third-wheel” on the trinitarian date. And much of this is because of the lack of good teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. But without the Holy Spirit, we cannot be adopted into the Fathers family or receive the forgiveness for our sins that Jesus accomplished on the cross. In the words of Father Ignatius Hazim, “Without the Holy Spirit, God is distant, Christ is in the past, the Gospel is a dead letter, the Church is simply an organization, authority is always domination, mission is propaganda, worship is the summoning of spirits, and Christian action is the morality of slaves.” We need the Holy Spirit. 07/28/24 - John 16:5-15 - It is Better 08/04 - John 3 - Are You Born Again? 08/11 - Galatians 5 - How to Change 08/25 - 1 Corinthians 12 - Gift-Giver 09/01 - Acts 1-2 - Empowerer for Mission For more information about The Heights Church, or to contact us, visit our website at TheHeightsDenver.com

The following episode is a live recorded sermon from the Sunday gathering at The Heights Church Denver on 07/28/24 Are You Born Again?: John 3 | Holy Spirit Corbin Hobbs The Holy Spirit has famously been called “the forgotten God.” Christians give a lot of attention to the Father who pursues and loves his prodigal children. We, of course, love Jesus who came and accomplished our salvation through a cross and resurrection. But when it comes to the Spirit many Christians are at a loss. The Spirit feels like the proverbial “third-wheel” on the trinitarian date. And much of this is because of the lack of good teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. But without the Holy Spirit, we cannot be adopted into the Fathers family or receive the forgiveness for our sins that Jesus accomplished on the cross. In the words of Father Ignatius Hazim, “Without the Holy Spirit, God is distant, Christ is in the past, the Gospel is a dead letter, the Church is simply an organization, authority is always domination, mission is propaganda, worship is the summoning of spirits, and Christian action is the morality of slaves.” We need the Holy Spirit. 07/28/24 - John 16:5-15 - It is Better 08/04 - John 3 - Are You Born Again? 08/11 - John 14:15-17 -Helper/Counselor/Comforter 08/18 - Galatians 5 - Sanctifier 08/25 - 1 Corinthians 12 - Gift-Giver 09/01 - Acts 1-2 - Empowerer for Mission For more information about The Heights Church, or to contact us, visit our website at TheHeightsDenver.com

The following episode is a live recorded sermon from the Sunday gathering at The Heights Church Denver on 07/28/24 It is Better: John 16 | Holy Spirit Corbin Hobbs The Holy Spirit has famously been called “the forgotten God.” Christians give a lot of attention to the Father who pursues and loves his prodigal children. We, of course, love Jesus who came and accomplished our salvation through a cross and resurrection. But when it comes to the Spirit many Christians are at a loss. The Spirit feels like the proverbial “third-wheel” on the trinitarian date. And much of this is because of the lack of good teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. But without the Holy Spirit, we cannot be adopted into the Fathers family or receive the forgiveness for our sins that Jesus accomplished on the cross. In the words of Father Ignatius Hazim, “Without the Holy Spirit, God is distant, Christ is in the past, the Gospel is a dead letter, the Church is simply an organization, authority is always domination, mission is propaganda, worship is the summoning of spirits, and Christian action is the morality of slaves.” We need the Holy Spirit. 07/28/24 - John 16:5-15 - It is Better 08/04 - John 3:1-8 - Regeneration 08/11 - John 14:15-17 -Helper/Counselor/Comforter 08/18 - Galatians 5 - Sanctifier 08/25 - 1 Corinthians 12 - Gift-Giver 09/01 - Acts 1-2 - Empowerer for Mission For more information about The Heights Church, or to contact us, visit our website at TheHeightsDenver.com

Message Scripture - 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4-7

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Working Without IdolatryDevotional: 4 of 4Dear children, keep yourselves from idols. (1 John 5:21)We've seen a few helpful definitions of idolatry throughout this series. Let me offer my own: An idol is anything you can't live without. It's anything other than God that functions as your deepest source of joy.And so, if we want to keep our work from becoming an idol, we would be wise to voluntarily practice self-denial—resting from the good gift of work as a means of proving to ourselves that God is the only thing we ultimately need.Pastor Joe Rigney whose book Strangely Bright inspired me to write this devotional series says this about self-denial: “Biblical self-denial is the voluntary giving up of good things for the sake of better things…[it] keeps our legitimate love of earthly things [like work] in check. We enjoy them when we have them. But we don't covet and crave them….We can voluntarily give them up for the sake of knowing Christ Jesus our Lord.”That brings us to our fourth and final principle for enjoying our work without turning it into an idol. Principle #4: Limit your labor regularly. How? Here are two ideas for practicing this principle.First, take a full day off once a week. AKA Sabbath. While this ancient rhythm is not commanded under the New Covenant, it still stands as wisdom. Sabbath is one way to once a week declare that you have joy apart from the gift of work—a way of loving and worshiping God apart from your vocation.Second, choose the Word before work, rather than work before the Word. According to a 2016 study from Deloitte more than half of Americans check their phones within five minutes of waking up. Be counter-cultural here. Before you check email or the day's news, commit to time in God's Word. Limiting your labor in this way is a powerful way of saying, “As good as your gift of work is, Lord, I choose You before all things.”My goal with this series has been to provide us with a biblical and practical framework for enjoying our work without turning it into an idol. Here's a summary of the four principles we explored (which just so happen to spell out IDOL for those who love memorable acronyms): Insist that Jesus is better than your work or any other created thingDelight in your work freely and fully as a means of better appreciating the “betterness” of JesusOffer your talents generously in service of others Limit your labor regularly via self-denying rhythms of restYour work is a good thing, believer. But only God is the ultimate good. Enjoy his good gifts today, and as you do, I pray you will delight in the Gift-Giver all the more!

Sermon Resources: 1. “The first thing about America that strikes observation is an innumerable multitude of men incessantly endeavoring to obtain the petty and paltry pleasures with which they glut their lives. Each of them, living apart, is a stranger to the fate of the rest; his children and his private friends constitute to him the whole of mankind. As for the rest of his fellow citizens, he touches them, but he does not feel them.” -Alexis de Tocqueville, "Democracy in America" 2. “We have been led to believe that the self is sacred. Just as in an earlier time it was thought never fitting to deny God, now it seems never right to deny oneself.” -Robert Bellah, "Habits of the Heart" 3. “We've forgotten we belong to one another.” -Mother Teresa 4. "A Hidden Life," film directed by Terrance Malick 5. “The most important thing in your life is not what you do. It is who you become.” -Dallas Willard 6. “We often seek to find ourselves somehow in the work of making others happy. Therefore we throw ourselves into the work. As a result we get out of the work all that we put into it: our own confusion, disintegration, and unhappiness. It is useless to try to make peace with ourselves by being pleased with everything we have done. In order to settle down in the quiet of our own being we must learn to be detached from the results of our own activity. We must withdraw ourselves, to some extent, from effects that are beyond our control and be content with the good will and the work that are the quiet expression of our inner life. We must be content to live without watching ourselves live, to work without expecting an immediate reward, to love without an instantaneous satisfaction, and to exist without any special recognition.” -Thomas Merton, "No Man Is An Island"

The church is comprised of many disparate parts and yet called to function together as one body. When each member does its part, we grow up into the fullness of what God is creating us to be. What is your part? Sermon outline:I. The Gift GiverII. The Gifts He GivesIII. The Goal of the GiftsSermon Discussion Questions:1. What stuck out to you most from the sermon about the variety of spiritual gifts given to the church? How have you seen different gifts at work within our church body?2. The gifts are given to equip the saints for ministry and build up the body of Christ. What avenues for ministry and service are you currently involved in or feel equipped to get involved in?3. Why is it important that we strive for maturity and not remain spiritual “children” easily swayed by false teachings or deceitful schemes? How can we grow in discernment?4. Paul writes that we are to “speak the truth in love.” Why is maintaining both truth and love crucial? How do you tend to prioritize one over the other personally?5. What is your attitude towards the role and responsibilities God has given you within the church? How can we foster an appropriate eagerness to do our part in the body of Christ?

Psalm 68

Ten-year-old Zeke and his mum want your help to track down a Japanese football fan who gave him a much loved football shirt. Also: the woman who broke eleven running records in six days, the elephant seals tracking climate change, and some very rare baby frogs.

Does the Holy Spirit still empower believers to heal, speak in tongues, perform miracles, and prophesy? In Part 2 of the teaching The Great Gift Giver from the series Gifted, Pastor Brandon Thomas talks about the different views on the availability of spiritual gifts and how they empower our everyday relationship with God.

In week 4 of Gifted, we explore the spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they help you experience the full potential God has for you. You can take your own spiritual test at www.giftstest.com

Guess what time it is? Time for Spritz O'Clock SEASON TWO! That's right, this week Amanda and Rives are back after the season two premiere after a brief hiatus for some much-needed R&R. To start the new year off on the right foot, the girls are giving you their ultimate etiquette guide. From how to be a good house guest, to writing thank you notes and gift giving, the girls touch on a multitude of rarely discussed yet ultra important behaviors that are essential to having good manners.Emily Post Etiquette Book: https://rstyle.me/+skUGazscd9D2LyZsgLFV-wMake sure to tune in to the video format of this episode on our YouTube @SpritzOClockPodcastAmanda's Socials: @itsamandadewitt on TikTok and InstagramRives' Socials: @Rives_Lee on TikTok and Instagram

A new line of thought in the Christmas gift-giving season.

Sermon by Dr. Robert Lewis 12/20/1998 There is a Gift Giver who is giving according to His riches far beyond what we can imagine. Selected

Ben & Woods start the 8am hour talking about the holidays, and Ben once again admits that he is a BAD gift giver, and he gives us another reason why this is true.  Then we talk about Jeff Passan's tweet yesterday which listed the total amount spent by each team so far this offseason before we ask Padres fans to call in and give us their thoughts on which direction the Padres are going, as the offseason continues and the Padres still have many areas to address. Listen here!

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'Tis the season for gift-giving! Here are some tips on things to think about before you shop. Friends, family, partners, and even coworkers - we got you. This applies to year-round gift giving too! Relief in Palestine

'Tis the season! In today's episode I break down my all-star lineup of epic gifts - from my favorite cozy items, to the best gift basket, and thoughtful pieces that will go the distance. These pieces will definitely crown you the best gift giver of the season, and you just might have to get a few for yourself. Happy holidays! Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez. Sponsored byeBay: Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with the eBay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit ebay.com for details.Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're in the midst of holiday season, and some people really struggle to figure out how to give the perfect present. Maxine Builder, editor of The Strategist, joins us to discuss how to be a better gift giver and go over some of the highlights from their annual holiday gift guide. Plus, we take your calls.

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Cut the stress out of gift giving this Christmas. If shopping for your spouse (and anyone else on your list) feels daunting, this episode is for you. In this episode Patrick Kucharson, the Better Gift Coach, shares how to give gifts that will resonate with their recipients, strategies to become a better gift-giver, and great gift tips for any budget (including free!). Tune in to learn more!    Episode highlights include:  Simple strategies to know what they really want  Why you need to make brainstorming gift ideas a team sport - and who to recruit to your team The categories of not-so-good gifts you do not want to fall into this Christmas!  Patrick's Golden Rule of Gift-Giving   Subscribe to Podcast Email to make sure you never miss an episode. When you sign up, you will get our 4 Week Connection Challenge for free! Plus you will get noteworthy quotes, resources, and more delivered straight to your inbox. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!    QUOTES “How much thought you put into a gift doesn't necessarily translate into the value the gift recipient will assign to it.” - Patrick Kucharson  “Give gifts that you know they want to receive, over gifts that you want to give.” - Patrick Kucharson  “It's showing that you appreciate them. You're listening.”  - Patrick Kucharson  “A shortcut for gift-giving: Look around, take note of the negatives, and try to give gifts that will remove them.” - Patrick Kucharson  QUESTIONS:  What's your favorite gift you've given your spouse, and what made it great?  Who can you recruit to your “gift brainstorming team” this season?    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Patrick's Better Gift Coach free weekly email is every bit as entertaining and insightful Patrick was on today's podcast! Sign up HERE!  You can also find him on Instagram In the midst of all the gift talk, take time to look for something only God can give: Contentment. Grad our 15-Day Contentment Challenge with your donation of ANY amount and pursue true contentment.