Podcasts about Gomer

Why is healthcare so broken and what does the Catholic faith have to say about it? Gomer and Dave wrap up their series on healthcare by exploring what happens when we lose sight of the human person. With a focus on suffering, human flourishing, financial incentives, and bureaucracy, Gomer and Dave explore why Catholics are needed in healthcare and in every profession. What would it look like to approach our work, and the people we serve, through a truly Catholic vision? We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Luke brings up a topic he has been nervous to raise: does the way American Catholics apply the Church's teaching on birth control account for what happens to a person's freedom under real constraint? It's a good conversation. It's not heterodox (we promise). No need to send that email. Gomer walks through his own family's case and then through what the Church actually says about grave matter, full knowledge, and consent of the will. The conversation runs long enough that the fellas decide to finish it next episode. In This Episode: Luke's caveats before the topic: not arguing the Church's teaching, not arguing Humanae Vitae, only asking what full consent looks like when someone's freedom is genuinely constrained Gomer's own case—three miscarriages, an ectopic pregnancy that almost killed Shannon, the doctor's warning that another pregnancy could kill her, and the principle of totality that had to be satisfied before a hysterectomy could be recommended The three conditions for mortal sin, and what pornography, hypersexualization, and monetary inflation do to knowledge and consent Having a lot of kids as a measure of Catholic seriousness, the people who feel judged for three or four, and the practical questions about the pill, IUDs, and abstinence Occasions of sin and why this became a two-part conversation Resources Mentioned: Catching Foxes Website Pope Francis Generation Humanae Vitae by Pope St. Paul VI Love and Responsibility by Karol Wojtyła Catching Foxes on Substack Chapters: 00:00: Intro 02:15: Rethinking the American Catholic approach to birth control 04:59: Humanae Vitae, and what is not up for debate here 07:53: Full consent, the unitive good, and when NFP does not work 10:16: Gomer's story—miscarriages, an ectopic pregnancy, and the principle of totality 16:49: What mortal sin requires, and growing up in a culture of death 23:48: Settled teaching and where the Church is still exploring 31:38: The pill, IUDs, and abstinence that wounds the marriage 35:10: Psychological impairment, cultural conditioning, and mitigated guilt 50:25: The alcoholic, the crack addict, and near occasions of sin 01:01:09: IVF, the heroically moral choice, and postpartum realities 01:07:40: Unitive and procreative—von Hildebrand, Wojtyła, and splitting the conversation Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

Today's Scripture passages are 2 Kings 16:10-20 | Isaiah 17 | 2 Chronicles 28:16-27 | 2 Kings 15:30-31 | 2 Kings 17:1-2 | 2 Kings 18:1-8 | Hosea 1 - 2:1 | Philemon 1:1-7.(Please note Isaiah 17:13 should read, "Though these people make an uproar as loud as the roaring of powerful waves, when he shouts at them, they will flee to a distant land, driven before the wind like dead weeds on the hills, or like dead thistles before a strong gale."2 Chronicles 28:23 should read, "He offered sacrifices to the gods of Damascus whom he thought had defeated him. He reasoned, 'Since the gods of the kings of Syria helped them, I will sacrifice to them so they will help me.' But they caused him and all Israel to stumble.")Read by Ekemini Uwan.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPWORD40 for 40% off and free shipping on any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeTo reach the IVP podcast team, please use this form.Disclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

What happens when healthcare stops treating people like people? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by nurse and nurse educator Stacy Gilson to discuss nursing as a vocation, the challenges facing healthcare workers today, and the importance of seeing the person behind the patient. They explore moral distress, the dehumanization of healthcare, COVID-19, pharmaceuticals, and how Catholics can bring compassion, truth, and the works of mercy into the medical field. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

The meeting focused on the importance of mindset, with Dan leading a discussion about how mindset shapes reactions, interpretations, and outcomes in both personal and professional life. Dan emphasized that mindset is not just a buzzword, but the foundation for all results, and encouraged participants to be intentional about shaping their mindset rather than reacting unconsciously. He shared personal stories to illustrate how changing mindset can lead to different outcomes, and discussed strategies for building confidence by focusing on intentions and daily actions rather than solely on end goals. Dan also highlighted the value of tracking progress with tools like a "Greatness Tracker" to stay focused on daily improvements. The session concluded with a reminder that consistent, intentional effort on mindset and daily habits can lead to significant growth and success, regardless of external challenges.

Majoring in the Minors: Finding Jesus in Hosea | Pastor William FrancavillaEvery single word of Scripture is inspired, intentional, and points directly to Jesus—including the books we most often overlook. In this kickoff to our new 12-week series, Majoring in the Minors, we dig deep into the Old Testament "Miner" Prophets to uncover the rich, unshakable truth of God's heart for His people.Starting in the book of Hosea, we look at one of the most remarkable and heart-wrenching stories in all of Scripture. God calls Hosea to marry an unfaithful woman, using his very life and family as a living illustration of God's relentless love for a rebellious people. Through Hosea's obedience, we get a powerful picture of Chesed—God's steadfast, covenant-keeping, unending love. Even when we wander, turn to idols, or end up enslaved by our own choices, God does not abandon us. He pays the ultimate price to buy us back.Key Scripture References:2 Timothy 3:14–17 (All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable)Matthew 5:18 (Not the smallest stroke of a letter will pass away)Hosea 1:1–11 & 3:1–5 (Hosea's marriage, the tragic names, and redemption)Hosea 2:19–20 (God's promise to betroth us in faithfulness forever)Main Takeaways:All Scripture Matters: The 12 Minor Prophets aren't "minor" in importance, only in length. Every word carries God's authority.Sin is Spiritual Adultery: Idolatry isn't just breaking a rule; it's breaking God's heart by taking what belongs to Him and giving it to something else.The Power of Chesed: God's love isn't based on our performance. Chesed is covenant love that stays faithful even when we are unfaithful.The Gospel in Hosea: Just as Hosea bought Gomer back from the slave block, Jesus paid the ultimate price on the cross to redeem us from our sin.Upcoming Events & Reminders:

Every week, Pastor Keith Foskey and his wife Jennifer tackle questions from around the world on theology, ministry, culture, and the Bible, while interacting live with viewers in the chat. From serious doctrine to fun conversation, Your Calvinist Live is a place for thoughtful discussion, biblical insight, and a few laughs along the way. Join us live and be part of the conversation!Questions and Timestamps:Age of accountability 53:30Great White Throne Vs Bema Seat 1:00:00What if a person is not in a biblically functioning church? 1:03:00Should a person trust in their decision to be saved? 1:10:08Why did God create us if He knew we would fall? 1:13:58Would you go to your grandchild's infant baptism? 1:19:14A question about Hosea and Gomer 1:21:00Why did Amos say he was not a prophet? 1:22:54Is there anything in the language of John 8 that indicates it was from another writer? 1:25:00Should we let our family member stay in our home if she is in sin? 1:28:30Is Calvinism Manicheanism? 1:37:39Can someone get the Gospel right without Christ's active obedience imputed? 1:42:30Did Jesus make mistakes that wouldn't be sinful? 1:46:30What do we do if our constitution requires three elders, but we do not have a qualified third man at this point? 1:51:51How long will the Great Tribulation be? 1:56:40How can we be faithful to have children when the money and physical space isn't there? 2:00:48Support the Show: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/Yourcalvinisthtto://www.page50.com/yourcalvinistPage50 is a Marketing Company that is committed to helping you build your brand with truth, goodness, and beauty. They do web design, videography, SEO, content creation, branding, and consulting. And for a limited time, you can get a free website audit, which can help you discover how your website is performing and what you can do to improve it. Just go to page50.com/yourcalvinist to get started.https://www.TinyBibles.comYou can get the smallest Bible available on the market, which can be used for all kinds of purposes, by visiting TinyBibles.com and when you buy, use the coupon code KEITH for a discount.Love Coffee? Want the Best? Get a free bag of Squirrelly Joe's Coffee by clicking on this link: https://www.Squirrellyjoes.com/yourcalvinistor use coupon code "Keith" for 20% off anything in the storeDominion Wealth Strategies Visit them at https://www.dominionwealthstrategists.comhttp://www.Reformed.Moneyand let them know we sent you! https://www.HighCallingFitness.comHealth, training, and nutrition coaching all delivered to you online by confessionally reformed bodybuilders and strength athletes.Visit us at https://www.KeithFoskey.comIf you need a great website, check out https://www.fellowshipstudios.com

What does it look like to practice medicine as a Catholic? Dr. Mike and Dr. Claudia Mulock share how their faith shapes their work, marriage, and approach to caring for patients. From seeing Christ in the people they serve to offering their work to God, they discuss the challenges of practicing medicine in a demanding healthcare system and how every patient can become an opportunity to love and serve Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Luke opens with a confession—he got fuming mad at a Catholic content creator online, posted about it on Instagram, and deleted it in the middle of the night—which turns the show into a long conversation about what men are supposed to do with rage. Dave VanVickle walks through lifting, prayer, and the confessional as outlets. He gets into Taekwondo's golden age, cage matches in Buffalo, and the night he took a knife in the back and still loaded the two men he knocked out into his truck bed and drove them to the emergency room. In This Episode: Luke's temper flare at a Catholic content creator who used a photo of the Pope to score a point about liturgy, the Instagram post he tagged him in, and the middle-of-the-night regret that made him delete it Dave's outlets for rage plus his read that watching the news right now should make a normal man angry Gomer on anger as a blanket over your life, why a lot of anger at the world is really anger at yourself, and giving up the news in 2019 The rad trad and Vatican II debate, Peter Kreeft's question about whether any of those posts are well processed, and Dave building a middle school philosophy course The study claiming the average American man thinks he's 400% more effective in a fight than he actually is Resources Mentioned: Philosophy 101 by Socrates by Peter Kreeft Forming Intentional Disciples by Sherry Weddell Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace Evangelii Nuntiandi by Pope St. Paul VI Catching Foxes on Substack Support Dave VanVickle on Patreon Chapters: 00:00: Welcome and Dave's New Middle Name 01:58: Luke's Anger Problem and the Influencer Who Set It Off 08:39: Lifting, Running, and Prayer as Outlets 10:57: The Manosphere and Men Who Stopped Reading 14:42: Gomer on Turning the Anger Dial Down 21:08: Rad Trads, Vatican II, and Peter Kreeft's Question 25:45: Infinite Jest and the Parasocial Prophecy 27:56: Teaching Plato to Seventh Graders 33:25: Dave's Complete Fighting Résumé 42:16: The Knife in the Back at Shenanigans 50:20: It's Not Like the Movies and the 400% Study 1:08:00: Closing Question—Combat Sports and the NFL Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

What is the purpose of medicine? And what does healthcare look like when we remember the dignity and eternal destiny of the person being cared for? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explore what it means to care for the whole person, prepare for death, and recover the true purpose of healthcare. Along the way, they share powerful stories of faith, suffering, hospice care, and conversion. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

What does it mean to care for the whole person, body and soul? Dave sits down with nurse, Elizabeth Kauffeld, to discuss the vocation of Catholic healthcare. Together, they explore the sacredness of the end of life, the role of prayer in patient care, and why Catholics have a unique witness to bring to medicine. Whether you're in healthcare or simply seeking a deeper understanding of suffering and mercy, this episode is for you. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/03-0804db.mp3 Listen to Bible reading Through My Bible Yr 03 – August 04 Hosea 1 – 2 Hosea's Wife and Children Hosea 1 1 The word of the Lord that came to Hosea son of Be'eri, [1] in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, the kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam son of Joash, the king of Israel. 2 When the Lord first spoke through Hosea, the Lord said to Hosea, “Go. Take for yourself an immoral wife and children produced by sexual immorality, [2] because the land has been committing flagrant immorality, turning away from the Lord.” 3 So he went and took Gomer daughter of Diblaim. She conceived and gave birth to a son for him. 4 The Lord said to him, “Name him Jezre'el, [3] because in a little while I will inflict punishment on the house of Jehu for the blood of Jezre'el. I will destroy the ruling power of the house of Israel. 5 In that day I will break the bow of Israel in the Valley of Jezre'el.” 6 She conceived again and gave birth to a daughter. The Lord said to him, “Name her Lo Ruhamah, [4] because I will no longer have compassion on the house of Israel. Indeed, I will certainly not forgive them. 7 But I will have compassion on the house of Judah. I will save them by the Lord their God. I will not save them by bow, sword, battle, horses, or horsemen.” [5] 8 Gomer weaned Lo Ruhamah. Then she conceived and gave birth to a son. 9 The Lord said, “Name him Lo Ammi, [6] because you are not my people, and I will not be the Lord for you.” [7] A Promise of Future Blessing 10 Nevertheless, the number of the people of Israel will be like the sand of the sea, which cannot be measured or counted. Then, in the place where they were told, “You are not my people,” they will be told, “You are children of the living God.” 11 The people of Judah and the people of Israel will be gathered together. They will appoint one head for themselves, and they will go up from the land, for the day of Jezre'el will be great. [8] Hosea 2 1 Say to your brothers, “My people,” [9] and to your sisters, “She has been shown mercy.” [10] Israel Rebuked, Punished, and Restored 2 Plead with [11] your mother!     Plead with her, because she is not my wife,     and I am not her husband.     Let her put away her sexual immorality from her presence     and her acts of adultery from between her breasts. 3 Otherwise, I will strip her naked     and expose her as she was on the day she was born.     I will make her like a wilderness.     I will cause her to be like a dry land.     I will cause her to die of thirst. 4 I will have no compassion on her children,     because they are children of promiscuity, 5 because their mother has been promiscuous. [12]     She who conceived them has acted shamefully.     She said, “I will chase after my lovers,         the ones who give me my food and my water,         my wool and my flax, my olive oil and my drinks.” 6 Therefore, this is what I will do:     I will block your [13] way with thorns.     I will build a wall against her,     so that she cannot find her paths. 7 She will chase after her lovers,     but she will not reach them.     She will seek them,     but she will not find them.     She will say, “I will go back to my first husband,     because then it was better for me than it is now.” 8 But she would not acknowledge that I gave her the grain, the new wine, and the fresh oil.     I gave her large amounts of silver and gold—her people used it for Baal! 9 That is why I will take back my grain during harvest time,     and my new wine in its season.     I will also take away my wool and my flax that were given to cover her nakedness. 10 Then I will expose her shameful nakedness in the sight of her lovers.     No one will deliver her from my hand. 11 I will put an end to all her celebration:     her pilgrimage festivals, [14] her monthly new moons, and her weekly Sabbaths—     all her appointed festivals. 12 I will devastate her vines and her fig trees,     about which she said, “These are the payment [15] that my lovers gave me.”     I will make them into a scrub forest,     and the wild animals will eat the crops. 13 I will punish her for the days with the Baals, on which she repeatedly offered incense to them.     She adorned herself with her rings [16] and her jewelry,     and then she chased after her lovers,     and she forgot me, declares the Lord. 14 But watch! I am going to court her.     I will bring her into the wilderness.     I will speak tenderly to her. 15 There I will give her vineyards back to her.     The Valley of Achor [17] will be a door of hope.     She will respond there as in the days of her youth,     as in the day she came up from the land of Egypt. 16 In that day, declares the Lord, this is what will take place:     You will call me “my husband.”     You will no longer call me “my master.” [18] 17 For I will remove the names of the Baals from her mouth.     She will no longer call them by their names. [19] 18 In that day I will make a covenant for the Israelites with the wild animals, with the birds of the sky and the things that creep on the ground.     I will break the bow and the sword.     I will abolish war from the land.     I will allow the people to lie down safely. [20] 19 I will pledge you to myself in marriage forever.     I will pledge you to myself in marriage—     with righteousness, justice, mercy, and compassion. 20 In faithfulness I will pledge you to myself in marriage,     and you will know the Lord. 21 In that day this is what will happen:     I will respond, declares the Lord.     I will respond to the heavens,     and they will respond to the earth. 22 The earth will respond to the grain, the new wine, and the fresh oil.     They will respond to Jezre'el. 23 I will sow her for myself in the land.     I will have compassion for Lo Ruhamah, [21]     and I will tell Lo Ammi, [22] “You are my people,”     and he will say, “You are my God!” Footnotes Hosea 1:1 The stop mark ′ indicates that Be'er – should be pronounced as two syllables. Hosea 1:2 Or prostitution. The Hebrew term includes paid prostitution, but it also includes promiscuous sexual immorality which is not done for money. It also includes sexual misconduct by perpetrators who pay their lovers instead of the other way around. Hosea 1:4 Jezre'el means God sows, and it is the name of both a valley and a city in Israel. Ahab and Jezebel murdered Naboth at the city of Jezre'e l, and Jehu destroyed the dynasty of Ahab there. Hosea 1:6 The Hebrew name Lo Ruhamah means no compassion or no pity. Hosea 1:7 Or charioteers Hosea 1:9 The Hebrew name Lo Ammi means not my people. Hosea 1:9 The Hebrew reads I am not I am for you, an allusion to the Lord's gracious name, I am. Hosea 1:11 English verses 1:10-11 are verses 2:1-2 in the Hebrew text. All the subsequent verse numbers in chapter 2 are two numbers lower in English than they are in Hebrew. Hosea 2:1 Hebrew Ammi Hosea 2:1 Hebrew Ruhamah Hosea 2:2 Or bring charges against. Also in the next line. Hosea 2:5 Or been a prostitute or acted like a prostitute Hosea 2:6 Your is the reading of the Hebrew. The Greek and Syriac read her. Hosea 2:11 That is, Passover, Pentecost, and Shelters Hosea 2:12 Or gifts Hosea 2:13 Either earrings or nose rings Hosea 2:15 Valley of Achor means Valley of Trouble. It refers to the location of the incident caused by Achan in Joshua 7. Hosea 2:16 Hebrew my baal Hosea 2:17 Or call on their names Hosea 2:18 Or securely Hosea 2:23 The Hebrew name Lo Ruhamah means no compassion. Hosea 2:23 The Hebrew name Lo Ammi means not my people. The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved.

https://square.link/u/UHRU92rp - Donate HereToday's reading takes us to Hosea 3, one of the most tender pictures of redeeming love in all of Scripture. God tells Hosea not merely to retrieve Gomer, but to love her again. She had run so far that sin had enslaved her, yet Hosea goes after her, pays the price, and brings her back.Hosea 3 reminds us that God does not simply rescue His people—He loves them. Our sin left us enslaved, undesirable, and unable to free ourselves, but Christ came to purchase His bride with His own blood. So today, read Hosea 3 and remember: the God of glory did not just rescue you from sin; He loves you, restores you, and brings you home.

Medicine today often prioritizes efficiency, profits, and policies, but Catholic healthcare was founded on a very different mission: to continue the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Gomer and Dave speak with Ryan Conklin of CHRISTUS Health about what makes Catholic healthcare unique, why healing is more than curing, and how Catholic hospitals can remain faithful to their mission in an increasingly secular world. If you've ever wondered what truly sets Catholic healthcare apart, this episode is for you. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

In this episode, Gomer stops by to talk MLB The Show and how he got into content creation. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

https://square.link/u/UHRU92rp - Donate HereToday's reading begins a new journey in Hosea 1, where God gives His people a living picture of His wounded love. Hosea is called to marry Gomer, and their broken marriage becomes a prophetic sign of Israel's spiritual adultery. God's people had chased after other gods, broken covenant, and wandered from the One who loved them.Yet even in a chapter full of judgment, the mercy of God still breaks through. The names of Hosea's children warn of coming judgment, lost mercy, and broken identity—but the chapter ends with restoration, forgiveness, and hope. So today, read Hosea 1 and remember: even when God's people run after lesser loves, His covenant love is still strong enough to restore what sin has shattered.

What is medicine really for? In this solo episode, Gomer explores the purpose of medicine through the lens of Scripture, philosophy, and the Catholic faith. Drawing from Sirach, Plato, St. Thomas Aquinas, Edmund Pellegrino, and the healing ministry of Jesus, he argues that today's healthcare crisis is ultimately a crisis of understanding what it means to be human. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Luke and Gomer talk about the passing of Gomer's father, but the episode isn't all doom and gloom (just the appropriate amount). Also included this week: an attempted murder, gray-market drugs, and a review of The Odyssey. In This Episode: Luke and Gomer compare notes on sleep, snoring, and inheriting their dads' blood pressure meds The legend of Dave Van Vickel: grocery deliveries, a mid-street knife fight, and a jury summons A review of The Odyssey movie, mythology demythologized, and Elliot Page's casting Gomer reflects on his father's death, anticipatory grief, the Sirach 38 reading, and the funeral Don Gormley's Shell/Texaco career stories, plus Luke's deep dive into nasal breathing, buzz breathing, nitric oxide, and gray-market Redatrutide Chapters: 00:00: Intro — Sleep Problems and a New YouTube Rabbit Hole 06:09: Blood Pressure Meds, Family History, and Following in Dad's Footsteps 08:21: The Legend of Dave Van Vickel (Knife Fights and Groceries) 16:53: Sponsor — Faith Mosier, Dallas Healing House 18:37: The Odyssey Movie Review 24:41: Back to Dad — Carrying His Ashes and the Sirach 38 Reading 32:11: Anticipatory Grief, Hard Conversations, and the Funeral 1:00:47: Don Gormley's Career — From Skelly Oil to the Shell Tanker Standoff 1:10:04: Sponsor — Cloister Ignatian Prayer App 1:14:16: Welcome to the Dead Dads Club 1:16:34: Nasal Breathing, Buzz Breathing, and Nitric Oxide 1:32:02: Redatrutide, GLP-1s, and Wrapping Up Resources Mentioned: Dallas Healing House Cloister Ignatian Prayer ParishSOFT Catching Foxes Substack Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

This was a Money Mindset Monday meeting led by Dan where participants discussed real estate challenges and business strategies. Amy shared her struggle with off-market probate listings where clients wanted higher prices than the market would support, and Dan provided detailed guidance on client communication using the LOVE method (Listen, Observe, Validate, Educate) developed by Rene Rodriguez. Dan emphasized the importance of understanding clients' perspectives, asking curious questions, and demonstrating empathy during negotiations. The discussion then shifted to broader market challenges, with Dan advising participants to focus on process over results, maintain consistency despite difficult market conditions, and invest in professional development opportunities like EXP Con to connect with successful agents.

Would you trust God enough to accept the radical call of Hosea? In this convicting message, Tyler lays out for us the often forgotten part of God's redeeming and sanctifying plan. We see ourselves as the Gomer, the sinner who returns to God. But we often stop short and don't see ourselves as Hosea, the prophet who in turn must carry out the hard tasks from God. Do we trust God enough to accept His radical calling even when it requires sacrifice and suffering from our part?

What is God really like? In this powerful message, we continue our study through the book of Hosea and discover a breathtaking picture of God's love. Through the story of Hosea and Gomer, we see that God loves us like a devoted husband; even when we are unfaithful, broken, and far from Him. This sermon explores some of life's biggest questions: Does God exist? What is He like? And what does He want from us? Through Scripture, we learn that while our sin has consequences, God never stops pursuing us. Just as Hosea redeemed Gomer, Jesus came to rescue us when we could not rescue ourselves. We also celebrate incredible stories of life change through baptism, witnessing people publicly declare their faith in Jesus Christ. Their testimonies remind us that no one is beyond God's grace and that every person has an opportunity to come home to Him. In this message: The powerful story of Hosea and Gomer God's unfailing love and pursuit of His people The reality of sin, grace, and redemption How Jesus fulfills the story of Hosea Inspiring baptism testimonies and life change No matter where you are in your faith journey, this message is a reminder that God has not given up on you. His invitation still stands: Come home.

"The word of the Lord that came unto Hosea, the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel. The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, departing from the Lord. So he went and took Gomer the daughter of Diblaim; which conceived, and bare him a son. And the Lord said unto him, Call his name Jezreel; for yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu, and will cause to cease the kingdom of the house of Israel. And it shall come to pass at that day, that I will break the bow of Israel, in the valley of Jezreel. And she conceived again, and bare a daughter. And God said unto him, Call her name Loruhamah: for I will no more have mercy upon the house of Israel; but I will utterly take them away. But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the Lord their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen. Now when she had weaned Loruhamah, she conceived, and bare a son. Then said God, Call his name Loammi: for ye are not my people, and I will not be your God. Yet the number of the children of Israel shall be as the sand of the sea, which cannot be measured nor numbered; and it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, there it shall be said unto them, Ye are the sons of the living God. Then shall the children of Judah and the children of Israel be gathered together, and appoint themselves one head, and they shall come up out of the land: for great shall be the day of Jezreel." Hosea 1-3

What does it mean to practice medicine as a faithful Catholic? Dave VanVickle is joined by Grant and Christy Martsolf to explore a vision of healthcare that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. They discuss restorative medicine, the dignity of the human person, AI, lessons from COVID, and how faith is shaping the future of healthcare through their new practice, Headwaters Clinic. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Dan delivered a motivational speech about real estate during 4th of July week, emphasizing that real estate success requires patience and focusing on process rather than immediate outcomes. He shared his 15-year real estate journey, including his transition from teaching to flipping houses and eventually building a real estate sales business, highlighting how it took three years to see meaningful traction. Dan stressed that real estate is fundamentally a relationship business that requires consistent effort including making 25 calls weekly, conducting at least three CMA reports, scheduling four face-to-face meetings, and adding two people to your database each week. He warned against getting discouraged during what he called the "June slump" when progress seems slow, encouraging participants to focus on daily activities rather than annual goals and to maintain faith in the process even when results aren't immediate. Dan concluded by reassuring the group that consistent process-focused work would pay off when market conditions improve, and offered support to anyone struggling with building their real estate business.

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyStories of Struggle: The Pathway Through is a 10-week series where we look at real people in Scripture who faced fear, rejection, waiting, and more—and how God led them through. Discover how He meets us in our struggles and leads us forward with faith, courage, and purpose.To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/In this message titled Loving Through Betrayal, Pastor Rick Long explores the emotional and spiritual complexities of betrayal through the biblical story of the prophet Hosea (0:40). The sermon addresses how to navigate personal hurt and bitterness by focusing on God's grace and restoration.Key themes and takeaways:Understanding Betrayal: Pastor Long notes that while we have all been betrayed and have betrayed others, God is the only truly innocent party who has been consistently betrayed by humanity (1:53 - 12:51).The Lesson of Hosea: God commanded Hosea to marry an unfaithful woman, Gomer, to serve as a living metaphor for God's relationship with a wayward Israel. Despite her repeated unfaithfulness, Hosea was called to love and buy her back, mirroring the redemptive love of Jesus Christ (8:00 - 12:11).Five Steps to Healing:Face your pain: Bring your hurts to God rather than suppressing them (18:10).Seek God in the desert: Use painful seasons as an opportunity for God to speak tenderly to you and draw you back to Him (26:46).Release bitterness immediately: Bitterness is a choice that poisons the heart; it must be surrendered to prevent it from destroying you (29:54).Receive healing: Focus on restoration rather than just reconciliation, allowing God to restore your ability to trust, love, and hope (41:52).Find your identity in God: When your worth is rooted in God's unconditional love, rejection and betrayal cannot destroy your purpose (48:31).Closing Encouragement:Pastor Long concludes by emphasizing that God's response to brokenness is always restoration (46:08). He invites viewers to trust Jesus as their savior and to lean on the community of faith, such as Celebrate Recovery or small groups, to process grief and find healing (55:46 - 57:50).0:00 - Introduction0:40 - The Series: Stories of Struggle1:53 - Understanding Betrayal8:00 - The Story of Hosea and Gomer12:51 - God's Perspective on Religious Activity vs. Love18:10 - Step 1: Face Your Pain23:31 - Step 2: Ask God into Your Brokenness29:54 - Step 3: Release Bitterness Immediately41:52 - Step 4: Receive Healing48:31 - Step 5: Find Your Identity in God55:46 - Invitation to Trust Jesus58:50 - Church Announcements and Closing

Pastor Jason continues the study through Hosea with chapter 3, where the redemption of Gomer provides one of Old Testament's clearest pictures of the gospel. Through Hosea's pursuit, purchase, and restoration of his unfaithful wife, we see the greater love of Christ, who provided the way, purchased our redemption, is transforming us by His grace, and will one day complete His work in us.

What does Jesus really mean when he tells his disciples to "heal the sick"? Gomer reflects on accompanying his father through his final days before introducing a new season on Catholic healthcare. Together, Gomer and Dave explore the Church's vision for medicine, the dignity of every patient, and why healthcare is more than a profession, it's a vocation to share in Christ's healing ministry. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

What if the greatest thing keeping you from God isn't your past—but your refusal to stop hiding?In this powerful message, Pastor Keenan Clark shows how Jesus already knows the parts of our lives we've tried to cover up, yet He still comes looking for us with grace.From Palm Sunday to the story of Hosea and Gomer, this message reminds us that God's love never stops pursuing us.You don't have to hide anymore.Key Scriptures* Matthew 23:37–38* Matthew 21* Matthew 27* Hosea 1–3* Genesis 3 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Lisa and I celebrate God's grace in the story of Gomer, remembering our dependence on Him. I consider the worldwide popularity of soccer as we end our World Cup journey. In Prophets I speak about Obadiah's message to the Edomites and to His people. Finally, why we ought to pray without fear.

This weekend at Northeast, we kicked off a brand-new Bible study series through the book of Hosea, one of the most powerful pictures of God's grace in all of Scripture. Tyler opened Hosea and took us on a Bible-study journey through Israel's history to help us understand the context behind one of the Bible's most shocking commands: "Go and marry a prostitute." God called the prophet Hosea to marry Gomer, an unfaithful woman, as a living illustration of Israel's relationship with God. Just as Gomer repeatedly ran from Hosea, Israel repeatedly ran from God through idolatry, rebellion, and covenant unfaithfulness. Although Israel was enjoying political success and prosperity under King Jeroboam II, Hosea revealed a deeper problem: their hearts had drifted from God. They were worshiping idols, trusting other sources for blessing, and breaking their covenant with the Lord. But Hosea's story is not ultimately about judgment it's about grace. Even after Gomer abandoned him, Hosea continued to love her. When she found herself broken, enslaved, and at rock bottom, Hosea paid the price to buy her back and bring her home. That redemption story points directly to Jesus. Just as Hosea redeemed his unfaithful bride, Jesus came to redeem us. We are Gomer. We are the ones who wander. Yet Jesus refuses to give up on us. He pursues us, pays our debt, covers our shame, and invites us back into relationship with Him. The heart of the message was simple: It's time to come home. No matter your past, your failures, or how far you've drifted, God's grace is greater. Through Jesus, forgiveness, restoration, and a new beginning are available to everyone. Jesus paid the price to bring us home; will we respond to His invitation? Check out our videos to learn more about us, or visit us at necchurch.org. Follow us on Facebook: @NECChurch Instagram: @northeast.church

God doesn't just hate sin, He loves you. This Sunday, Brian kicked off our new series, Love in the Minor Keys, by looking at the book of Hosea. Through Hosea's story, we're reminded that our sin isn't just about breaking rules, it breaks the heart of a God who deeply desires a relationship with us. Yet even when we choose other things over Him, God never stops pursuing us. Just as Hosea bought Gomer back, Jesus has already paid the price to bring us home. No matter where you've been or what you've chosen, God's relentless love is still reaching for you.-----------Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:45AM.Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decidedStay Connected!Website: http://localchurchgr.orgFacebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrInstagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! https://localchurchgr.org/care

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the July 4th episode of the Daily Radio Bible, where Hunter, your Bible Reading Coach, walks us through powerful stories from scripture and offers spiritual insight for the journey. Today, we'll explore the turbulent reigns of Israel and Judah's kings in 2 Kings, hear God's poignant call to the prophet Hosea, and contemplate the final word spoken to us through Christ in Hebrews 1. Along with heartfelt prayer and reflection, Hunter reminds us of God's enduring love and the words of life Jesus speaks over each of us. Whether you're celebrating Independence Day or simply seeking encouragement, join us as we let the Word shape our hearts and draw us closer to the One who truly loves us. TODAY'S DEVOTION: God's final word is spoken in his Son. Today in Hebrews we're reminded that, long ago, God spoke in many ways and at many times to his people by the prophets. But even with all these words—these warnings and promises and pleadings—Israel remained unfaithful, turning from God just as Gomer was unfaithful to Hosea, seeking life apart from him. Because of this persistent rebellion, judgment came: names like "not loved" and "not my people" pronounced over Israel—a heartbreak almost beyond imagining. But God's final word does not end with judgment, nor does it echo endlessly through the voices of the prophets. God's last and greatest word to us is given through his Son. The inheritance belongs to him, and through him, we receive not words of condemnation, but words of life, forgiveness, and peace. "You are my people. You are loved." These are the gospel words God chooses to speak over us in Christ, overturning all shame and restoring all belonging. Christ has made a way for us—not through endless efforts or perfect faithfulness, but through his life, death, and resurrection. He overcomes our betrayals, our unfaithfulness, and our failures with his enduring love and welcome. And this same living word—the good news that you are loved—has power to change our hearts. The truth that Christ claims you as his own is a truth to take root in your soul, to shape how you see yourself and each other. Let's cling, then, not to words of judgment, but to the good news spoken in Christ. You are his. You are loved. Let the gospel settle deep into your life and bear fruit. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my daughters, my son, my wife. And that's the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. 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We are taking a break this week as Gomer's dad's funeral is taking place this week. Please keep the Gormley family in your prayers. In the meantime, please enjoy this episode from the backlog. It can be difficult to see the point of our suffering. Sometimes, it can be an even greater struggle to help someone else through their suffering. Mike and Dave are joined by Jeff Cavins to discuss evangelization, but especially, how to share a message of hope when it comes to suffering. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

As we begin a new season on Catholic healthcare, Dave reflects on the passing of Gomer's father and the hope of the Resurrection. Drawing from his experience accompanying his late wife through serious illness, Dave explores why healthcare is more than medicine, it's a work of mercy. He discusses the Church's historic role in caring for the sick, the Catholic roots of hospitals, and previews upcoming conversations with Catholic doctors, nurses, chaplains, and healthcare professionals living out their faith through healing and compassionate care. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

In the marriage of Hosea with Gomer, we see a picture of God's relentless and forgiving love. Hosea is called to marry Gomer, a woman of promiscuity, who will not keep her covenant with Hosea. Yet, Hosea will still pursue her in relentless and forgiving love, just as God has done for Israel, and us. 

How can parishes better accompany people entering the Catholic Church? In this listener Q&A episode, Dave wraps up the OCIA series by answering questions about sponsors, mentorship, community, Natural Family Planning, and how to meet the diverse needs of those coming into the Church. Dave argues that one of the biggest missing pieces in many OCIA programs isn't more content, it's deeper relationships. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

In this Spiritual Emphasis message, Micah Hale preaches a powerful word titled “The Vows of the King,” showing how the love of Jesus brings true victory, healing, and transformation. Through the story of Hosea and Gomer, Micah reminds us that God does not wait for us to become worthy before He comes for us. At our lowest point, Jesus was already speaking His love over us. He came to find us, bring us home, wash us, heal us, and remind us that we belong to Him. “Your victory doesn't rest on your promise. It rests on His promise,” Micah said. He also reminded us, “You're not scattered anymore. You are planted.” This message speaks to anyone who has felt scattered, unloved, unwanted, or alone. In Hosea, God takes names marked by judgment and turns them into names of restoration. The valley of trouble becomes a gateway of hope. The scattered become planted. Those called “not loved” are called loved. Those called “not my people” are called children of the living God. The application is clear: victory in Jesus looks like intimacy and surrender. We learn to hear His voice, trust His promise, guard our hearts, and say yes when the King says, “I choose you.” His love is enough to settle us, heal us, and keep us from running back to the things that once held us captive.

What if the messiest love story in the Bible is actually the clearest picture of how God loves you? This week on The Voice, we open the book of Hosea — the prophet God asked to marry, lose, and then buy back an unfaithful wife. It's a living portrait of relentless, pursuing love that points all the way to the cross. We'll talk about spiritual adultery, the cost of being purchased back, and why no one is ever beyond God's reach. Listen in, stick around for next steps, and be encouraged.Show Notes:Series: The Voice — a summer walk through the Minor ProphetsThis week's book: Hosea, the oldest of "the 12"Big idea: God has set His love on you, and that love cost Him everything.Two truths about God's love:He has set His love on you — He will not let you go (Hosea 11:8)It cost Him everything — Hosea bought Gomer back; God bought us back (Hosea 3:2)Key idea: Spiritual adultery is letting anything take the place God belongs in — revealed by where we turn when we're afraid, stressed, or worried about the future.Quotes worth remembering:"The affections of a man cannot be idle; if they do not go out to God, they leak out to worldly things." — A.W. Pink"The pursuing love of God is the greatest wonder in the spiritual universe." — Donald Grey Barnhouse"'Them' always has the potential to be 'us.'"Scripture: Hosea 1:2 · 2:5 · 3:1 · 3:2 · 5:13 · 11:8 (NLT)Next Steps:Respond. A simple prayer of surrender, right where you are, is enough to begin.Connect. New or exploring faith? We'd love to meet you — start at grandpoint.church.Go deeper. Catch the rest of The Voice series and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that they're not out of reach.Connect with Grand Point Church:Website: grandpoint.church Instagram: @grandpointchurch Facebook: /grandpointchurch YouTube: Grand Point ChurchConnect with us at www.grandpoint.church/nextstepsWatch online on YouTubeFollow us on Facebook and InstagramSign up for our free weekly newsletter

Dave explores mystagogy, the often overlooked final stage of OCIA that begins after the Easter Vigil and calls new Catholics to go deeper into the mysteries they've just entered. Rather than being a finish line, he explains it as the start of lifelong formation. He also reflects on grief and how suffering can deepen belief in the resurrection, highlights the need for stronger parish community and post-Easter formation, and asks for prayers for Gomer's dad and family as his father's health declines. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

The story of Hosea and Gomer reveals God's relentless love for humanity. When God commanded Hosea to marry an unfaithful woman, it illustrated how God pursues us despite our spiritual unfaithfulness. Just as Hosea paid fifteen shekels of silver and barley to redeem Gomer from slavery, Jesus paid the ultimate price with His blood to redeem us from sin. God's love doesn't just rescue us—it transforms us into new creations. No matter how far we've wandered, God's love pursues, redeems, renews, and restores us completely.

The Easter Vigil is more than a beautiful liturgy, it's the culmination of salvation history and the climax of the catechumenate. Gomer and Dave unpack the rich symbolism of the Church's greatest liturgical celebration, from the new fire and Paschal Candle to baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist. They explore why the Vigil is centered on those entering the Church, how the liturgy embodies the Gospel through signs and symbols, and why Christians should never underestimate the power of the Church's ancient traditions. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Pope Leo's first encyclical tackles one of the biggest questions of our age: artificial intelligence. Gomer and Dave unpack the promises and dangers of AI, from truth, education, and social media to warfare, work, and human relationships. Are we building a tool that serves humanity, or a new Tower of Babel? Find out how Catholics should respond with wisdom, beauty, strong families, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be human. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Gomer's dad is out of the hospital and in a care home and this episode starts there, in the territory of walking a parent toward the end of his life. Luke and Gomer work through the lessons Gomer has picked up in the trenches: what hospitals won't tell you, how to have the DNR conversation, and why AI has become an unlikely companion through all of it. In This Episode: Why hospitals won't spell out what's actually happening with your loved one and how Gomer used AI to decode his dad's medical charts and communicate clearly with family Lesson one from the hospital: no one will tell you what's going on unless you make them, and the only people who will are in palliative care The do-over myth and why middle age is when you realize the world stopped giving them to you—you don't go back, you live with the scar tissue The DNR conversation: what it actually means, why outside-of-hospital DNR requires a signed document on the door, and why you should have it sooner than you think When specialists miss the whole person: how productivity-driven, siloed medicine can leave no one reading the full picture Chapters: 00:00: Welcome Back 00:46: Gomer's Dad and the Care Home 02:08: Lesson One—Hospitals Won't Tell You Anything 07:25: Luke's Dad and Losing People Too Soon 20:00: The Gradual Decline You Can't See Coming 24:00: Reality, Do-Overs, and the Things That Can't Be Undone 29:38: When Specialists Miss the Whole Person 37:54: The DNR Conversation 41:47: Big Fish and What We Learn from Our Parents' Stories 48:21: What Parents Say When They Think It's Time 53:23: AI, Claude, and the Bot That Said It Was Praying for You Resources Mentioned: Rebuilding Mum and Dad (YouTube) Catching Foxes on Substack Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

Kimberly Gomer is a dietitian with a Masters in Nutrition. She has over 25 years of experience coaching clients for health and wellness. Kimberly's specialty is weight management, insulin resistance, and prevention. She was the Director of Nutrition at the Pritikin Longevity Center for 10 years and is currently in private practice. Kimberly is a concierge nutritionist who offers 24/7 coaching support. She partners with clients to build a sustainable and successful lifestyle plan. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Kimberly Gomer:Website: KimberlyGomer.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Kimmygomer     *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

As their parents grow older and suffering becomes more personal, Gomer and Dave reflect on the hidden ways God forms saints through weakness, loss, and love. Gomer shares the heartbreaking experience of moving his father into long-term care, while Dave opens up about walking through hospice and caring for his son, Max. In the midst of these deeply human moments, they explore what it truly means to accompany another person in the faith. From OCIA to Confirmation and everyday Christian life, they unpack the real role of a sponsor, not just as a title, but as a spiritual guide, mentor, and witness. Together, they challenge common misconceptions, explain what the Church actually teaches, and offer practical wisdom for choosing, and becoming, someone who helps lead others closer to Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Explore the powerful but often overlooked OCIA stage of Purification and Enlightenment with Gomer and Dave. They unpack the Church's ancient roots, from exorcism prayers and spiritual warfare to the Rite of Election and Lenten scrutinies, and show how this period reveals what needs healing, strengthens what is good, and prepares the elect for the Easter Vigil. Whether you're in OCIA ministry or simply curious about the Church's process of formation, discover a fresh vision of Lent, conversion, and discipleship. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

After a two-month hiatus, Luke and Gomer are back. This episode opens with a conversation about Gomer's father Don's ongoing health decline, the emotional and logistical chaos of elder care, and the conversations no one prepares you to have. From there, the fellas pivot to AI, the World Cup, Hollywood Botox, and the slow enshitification of everything. In This Episode: The full story of Gomer's dad Don's hip replacement, repeated ER visits, and the family's difficult reckoning with permanent skilled nursing care What no one tells you about Medicaid's "look back" provisions, the true cost of elder care, and why planning ahead matters far more than most families realize Gomer's complete 180 on AI and how tools like Claude and ChatGPT have become indispensable for managing his father's medical records, medications, and care in real time Euthanasia, modern medicine's ability to keep people alive without keeping them well, and what it means to age with dignity What they're angry, excited, and concerned about: home construction costs, the Fox Sports World Cup AI ad, The Iliad film, and Hollywood's Botox problem Chapters: 00:00: Welcome Back 02:07: Gomer's Dad's Health Crisis 10:06: End-of-Life Conversations 18:54: Navigating Elder Care and Medicaid 31:39: Euthanasia, Modern Medicine, and Keeping People Alive 42:43: From AI Skeptic to AI Convert 51:29: AI in Practice: Research and Healthcare 01:06:37: What Are You Angry, Excited, and Concerned About? 01:10:09: The Enshitification of Everything Resources Mentioned: Catching Foxes on Patreon Catching Foxes on Substack Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

“This is not a curriculum, it's a pattern of life.” Gomer and Dave dive into the heart of the catechumenate: what it is, why it matters, and how it's meant to form not just informed Catholics, but transformed ones. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

What if becoming Catholic wasn't just a class, but a public commitment that changes your entire life? Gomer and Dave unpack the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens in the OCIA process and why it marks a serious turning point in someone's journey toward Christ. They explore how the early Church treated baptism as a life-altering decision, why the Church publicly “receives” catechumens, and what it means to say yes to following Jesus in a real, concrete way. They also discuss conversion, spiritual warfare, and why modern discipleship often lacks the weight it once carried. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow