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Jonathan Griffiths is pastor of Metropolitan Bible Church in Ottawa, Canada and leads Encounter the Truth, a media ministry that broadcasts on radio and podcasts across the U.S. and Canada. In his recent book, Gathered for Good: God's Good Design for the Local Church, he addresses the need for in-person gathering with empathy and authority, and encourages believers to commit to their local church community as a way to deepen their spiritual growth. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content at patreon.com/theologyintheraw  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Covid changed a lot of things including in person worship. There is a place for online worship but in this conversation we talk about the theological and spiritual good of gathering in person rather than just online.  Jonathan Griffiths is a Lead Pastor in Ottawa, Canada and also a writer.  He wrote the book "Gathered for Good: God's Good Design for the Local Church". A great conversation on the importance of the local church.

If you feel weighed down by guilt or shame, there is hope for you. Barbara Rainey explains the solution found only in Jesus.Barbara Rainey invites us to reflect on the parts of ourselves we've always wished were different, sharing openly about her own lifelong struggle with shyness. Through storytelling—from childhood memories to passages in C.S. Lewis's Narnia—and a deep dive into John 9, Barbara reminds us that God doesn't make mistakes with our design or our past. Even the things we might view as handicaps, she says, can be purposed for God's glory. Join Barbara and host Michelle as they explore what it means to find confidence and healing through Jesus, the Son—who is, indeed, enough for every painful chapter in our story.Timestamps00:00 "Narnia Storytime"06:09 "The Paradox of a Good God"07:17 "God's Sufficiency for Your Past"12:29 "Jesus' Initiative and Compassion"15:45 Born with a Shy Nature18:06 "Embrace Your God-Given Traits"20:07 "Barbara Rainey Podcast Outro"Key Topics1. Introduction: Struggles with Our Insecurities and Personality TraitsBarbara Rainey poses a reflective question about what personal traits listeners wish they didn't have.Michelle introduces Barbara's own struggle with shyness.Establishing a theme of personal dissatisfaction with innate characteristics.2. Assurance of God's Purpose and No Mistakes in CreationBarbara asserts that God doesn't make mistakes in our design or life circumstances.She affirms that, even if we never understand why we're made a certain way, we can trust God's intentions.3. The Search for Satisfaction and God as the Ultimate SourceMichelle discusses universal longings and the tendency to search for fulfillment in things apart from God.Introduction to the idea that God—Father, Son, and Spirit—is sufficient for every need.4. Literary Reflection: Excerpt from The Chronicles of NarniaBarbara reads a passage from “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.”The children's discovery of Narnia and initial encounter with Mr. Beaver.The children ask about Aslan and learn He is both powerful and not “safe,” but fundamentally good.Drawing parallels between Aslan and God: Good, not always “safe,” mysterious in His ways.5. Wrestling with Wanting a Predictable and Safe GodBarbara shares her own desire for a God she can understand and predict.Insights on learning to accept God's goodness even when His ways are beyond comprehension.Introduction of the theme: “God is enough for our past, present, and future.”6. Focus on God the Son: Jesus is Enough for Our PastPlan to examine three aspects: God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; today focusing on the Son.Context-setting for the selected scripture:The significance of the word “believe” in the Book of John.Exploration of belief as a feminine noun in Greek, and its relational implications (e.g., women's faith at the tomb).Scriptural context for John 9:Story takes place midway through Jesus' ministry, during the Festival of Lights (Hanukkah).7. The Story of the Man Born Blind: John 9Jesus notices the blind man, highlighting divine initiative.Consideration of the man's lifelong dependence, potential for isolation, and feelings of hopelessness.Disciples' question about the source of the man's blindness reflects human desire to find blame and maintain control.Jesus' response: blindness is not a result of sin, but an opportunity for the works of God to be displayed.8. Theological Implications: God's Sovereignty and Human StruggleReference to Exodus 4:11: God as creator of all abilities and disabilities.Wrestling with the discomfort that God can allow suffering or hardship for His purposes.God's higher plans may involve temporary or lifelong struggles to display His glory.9. Personal Application: Identifying Our Own “Handicaps”Barbara shares her own story of lifelong shyness and feeling different.Listeners are prompted to identify and reflect on their own “handicaps” or lifelong struggles.Sharing experiences of feeling like a mistake within one's family or community.Encouragement to see personal struggles as purposeful in God's plan.10. Conclusion: Believing God's Good Purposes in Our StoriesReflection on the blind man's faith and response to Jesus.Posing a question to listeners: Will you trust God's purpose and believe, like the man born blind?Michelle's summary: It takes faith to believe that Jesus is enough for our past and that God is wise in all He allows.11. Closing and Next Episode TeaserMention of resources (Barbara's Substack and epic poem “The Wonder of the Word”).Preview of part two: “God the Father is enough for our present.”

In this episode, Dr. Oord re-engages with a new book from C.S. Pearce and Philip Clayton entitled, Science and the Sacred: Beyond the Gods in Our Image.In this beautifully written book, an atheist (Pearce) and a theist (Clayton) explore the intersection points of science and the Sacred. Despite their differences, both authors find themselves in agreement that believing in a God who is both good and all-powerful is problematic.

This Sunday, Pastor Mike continues our "Asking for A Friend" series with a message titled, "How Can a Good God Allow Suffering?"

Is your view of God blocking breakthrough? This message will challenge the lies you've believed and remind you of one unshakable truth—God is good, and the devil is bad. Watch or hear now and discover how your perception of God changes everything.

May 23, 2025 Is. 9:1-21; Ps. 56:1-9; Prov. 15:29-30; 2 Cor. 12:8-10

In the first of our series answering the questions our listeners have submitted, we're thinking about experiencing same-sex attraction. How do we handle sexual temptation? How do keep trusting God if we have a deep but unfulfilled desire to be married? What are some of the gifts and blessings of being single and same-sex attracted? And much more! Resources mentioned and related What Is It Teaching You? Ashleigh Hull Unwanted by Jay Stringer Overcoming Unwanted Sexual Behavior featuring Jay Stringer  Hey Single Christian. Your Celibacy is Uniquely Meaningful Dani Treweek True Freedom Trust  Single, Gay, Christian by Greg Coles The Plausibility Problem by Ed Shaw The Intimacy Deficit by Ed Shaw Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry A War of Loves by David Bennett Born Again This Way by Rachel Gilson Living in a Gray World by Preston Sprinkle 

Episode Title:Good God – Everything Happens for A Reason, but the Reason Ain't Always GodShow Title:Faith's FoundationsEpisode Number:Lesson 6Release Date:May 21, 2025Episode Type:Full EpisodeDescription:In this foundational lesson, we challenge one of the most popular yet misapplied phrases in Christian culture: “Everything happens for a reason.” While often used to provide comfort, this statement can lead to damaging theology if it implies that God is the cause of every tragedy, loss, or hardship.This episode explores the biblical truth that although everything may happen for a reason, that reason is not always God. We unpack the difference between God's sovereignty and causality—showing that God permits human freedom and natural consequences but is not the author of evil. Instead, He is the Redeemer in the midst of it.You'll learn how to:Discern the true sources of suffering: human free will, spiritual warfare, and life in a broken world.Understand Romans 8:28 in its full context—not as a promise of protection from hardship, but as a promise of God's redemptive power.Shift from blaming God for hardship to trusting Him for healing and purpose.We look to the stories of Joseph (Genesis 50:20), the teachings of James and Paul, and the words of Jesus to anchor our understanding in Scripture. This lesson offers theological clarity and pastoral comfort for anyone who has ever asked, “Why did God let this happen?”Key Scriptures:Romans 8:28James 1:13–17John 10:10Genesis 50:20Discussion Prompts:Have I blamed God for something He never caused?How has God redeemed a painful chapter in my life?What does this change about how I counsel others going through hardship?Keywords:God's goodness, sovereignty, suffering, redemption, spiritual growth, hardship, biblical truth, free will, Faith's Foundations

Mark Lohman // May 18, 2025

In the beginning, God didn't just create individuals—He formed a world that was woven together in relational goodness. “Very good” wasn't about perfection; as much as it was about connection. We were made to flourish in relationship not in isolation. God isn't just saving you—He's saving us.

2025 May 18 | This week Pastor Evan continues our Asking for a Friend sermon series with the question of how a good, all powerful God can allow suffering and injustice in the world. Romans 8:18-39 Future Glory 18 For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. 19 For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. 20 For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope 21 that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. 22 For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. 23 And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. 24 For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? 25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. 26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. 27 And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because[a] the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. 28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good,[b] for those who are called according to his purpose. 29 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. 30 And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified. God's Everlasting Love 31 What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be[c] against us? 32 He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things? 33 Who shall bring any charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies. 34 Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us.[d] 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? 36 As it is written, “For your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.” 37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38 For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, 39 nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Mark Lohman // May 11, 2025

Peter Brodsky wasn't always a real estate developer—but when he saw an opportunity to use his business experience to help transform southern Dallas, he stepped in. In this season finale of Good God, George Mason speaks with Peter about his work at the Shops at Redbird, his leadership at Housing Forward, and why homelessness, food access, and affordable housing demand both moral clarity and practical solutions.Together, they explore the structural causes of poverty, the challenge of changing public narratives, and how Peter's Jewish faith and commitment to tikkun olam—repairing the world—have shaped his decision to invest his time, money, and energy in building a more equitable city.Peter Brodsky is a Dallas-based philanthropist, real estate investor, and chair of the board of Housing Forward, the lead agency coordinating homelessness response in Dallas and Collin counties.

Greg answers questions about how to respond to someone who's struggling with how a good God could let her husband suffer, how to know if something is objectively a sin, particularly when it comes to polygamy, and how to pray when asked at a family dinner where nobody is a believer.   Topics: How should I respond to someone who is struggling with the question of how a good God could let her husband suffer? (00:00) How can we know if something is objectively a sin or not, particularly when it comes to polygamy? (25:00) What should I say in my prayer when I'm asked to pray at my family's Thanksgiving dinner where nobody is a believer? (49:00) Mentioned on the Show:  The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl Confessions of a French Atheist: How God Hijacked My Quest to Disprove the Christian Faith by Guillaume Bignon Related Links: What You Need to Know about Evil and Suffering by Amy Hall If God Is Good: Faith in the Midst of Suffering and Evil by Randy Alcorn What Would Polygamy Do to Society? by Amy Hall Does God Endorse Polygamy? by Alan Shlemon Polygamy in the Bible Is Not Prescriptive by Robby Lashua

After the lights go out in Ephesians 2:1-3, exposing the three big problems in the universe, we find two glorious words – but God. In verse four the lights are back on and we see God's ways and God's work to rescue the broken world.

This Mother's Day episode is very fitting for those questioning where they are in life and in the faith. We get an introduction to Peter's Epistles. But we also learn in the first two verses that God has believers right where He wants them, when He wants them, for the reason He wants them. We serve a Good God!

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I Doubt That a Good God Would Allow Pain and Suffering.

Passage: Exodus 34:5-7Sermon Notes:· Rejoice in the Lord always; I will say it again: Rejoice! - Philippians 4:4· Admit we are powerless.· God is greater than us and he can restore us to sanity.· Sanity is a soundness of mind, a correct understanding of reality.· What kind of God is God, and can he help me?· We doubt God has the power· We doubt God is good.· We doubt God exists.· We doubt God intervenes.· We doubt people can change.· Sheldon Vanauken – The best argument of Christianity is Christians: their joy, their certainty, their completeness. But the strongest argument against Christians is also Christians – when they are somber and joyless, when they are self-righteous and smug…; when they are narrow and repressive…· We doubt religion.· Exodus 34:5 – And the LORD came down in a cloud to be there (with Moses). He called out with the name of the LORD.· He wants to be with us.· God gets you.· Exodus 34:6 – The LORD passed in front of him and called out, “The LORD, the LORD is a compassionate and gracious God…· God is compassionate.· God is gracious.· “…long to anger and having much love and truth.”· Exodus 34:7 – “… a guardian of love for thousands, lifter of guilt and transgressions and sins. The unpunished ones are not unpunished. He pays attention to the sins of the fathers, upon their sons, and upon their sons' sons, to the third and fourth generations.· God is compassionate, gracious, long fused, with much love and truth, a guardian of love, a lifter of guilt and sin, and he pays attention to you and your family.· Do you know this God?· Anxious attachment· Avoidant attachment· Secure attachment.· What kind of attachment do you have with God?· Ask God for good enough faith.· Heavenly Father, give me good enough faith to take my next step.· Don't let the “but” win.· Lisa Terkeurst – God is bigger than your ‘but.' (one t)· “But I,” or “but God.”LIFE Group Discussion QuestionsOpener: Think about God thinking about you. What is the first word that comes to your mind?1. Read Exodus 34:52. When in your life have you felt God draw near?3. Read Exodus 34:6-74. How have you experienced God's compassion?5. How would you explain grace to someone who is not a follower of Jesus?6. Think times in the Bible when God was slow to anger.7. God is described as having much love and truth. Notice the two are paired. Why do you think this is?8. God lifts transgressions, sins and guilt. What best helps you feel the lifting of these burdens from your soul?9. God does pay attention to sin and sin patterns. What sin patterns a present in your family? How might God help you break these patterns.

If God is good, why is there so much suffering in the world? If you've asked this question, you're not alone. We live in a fallen world where sin has broken into the fabric of every good thing God has created. But here's the good news—the Bible tells us that God is not indifferent to our suffering. He responds to it with His presence, purpose, and a promise to ultimately make all things new.

Good God, y'all!  We're talking about anti-war films this week, and we've got a full house.  Join Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Lee as we discuss some of our favorites.

March 5th, 1993. A day that will live in infamy. On that date, Sir Nicolas Cage, Lord Samuel L. Jackson and director/activist E. Max Frye... solved... racism. Yes indeed. They did it with the help of a little film called Amos & Andrew (not Andy). You might doubt these claims, you might find them dubious... but need I remind you of the power of film. Indeed, Sir Mix-a-Lot said it best in the film's title theme when he declared "I may not look like Beaver but you don't either." Next week: Good God, we've been threatening this one for a while. What We've Been Watching: "Black Mirror" (season 7) "The Residence" Patreon: www.patreon.com/wwttpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/wwttpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwttpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwttpodcast Theme Song recorded by Taylor Sheasgreen: www.facebook.com/themotorleague Logo designed by Mariah Lirette: www.instagram.com/its.mariah.xo Montrose Monkington III: www.twitter.com/montrosethe3rd Amos & Andrew stars Samuel L. Jackson, Nicolas Cage, Dabney Coleman, Brad Dourif, Michael Lerner, Giancarlo Esposito, Tracey Walter and Bob Balaban; directed by E. Max Frye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 John 4:7-12Dr. Kevin Richard | April 27, 2025

God's goodness is more than kindness—it reveals His very nature. To call Jesus good is to declare Him as God. His justice and judgment flow from His goodness, and even when we don't fully understand, we can trust Him completely.Fellowshipping with the Good God transforms us—His goodness shapes our lives and reflects through us. And our response? Thanksgiving. Not just for what He's done, but for who He is. The cross remains the ultimate display of His goodness.Listen to this sermon to understand the goodness of God.

We live in a culture where many people, even in the Church, carry a worldview that all paths lead to God - and no way is better than the other. It is simply not true. It is in fact, impossible. Join us for this series on why Jesus is Better and the gospel changes everything. PRAYERText FATHOM to 97000 if you would like a member of our prayer team to pray with or for you.NEXT STEPSAre you ready to learn more about what it means to walk with Christ, get baptized, or get connected within the church body? Click here to complete our digital connect card: https://fathom.churchcenter.com/people/forms/31883GOT QUESTIONS?Learn more about Fathom Church at http://fathom.church/WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!If you are looking for more encouragement and biblical teaching throughout the week, we hope you'll follow us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or download the Churchcenter app: https://churchcenter.com/setupMORE WAYS TO LISTEN:Fathom Beyond Sunday Podcast - Takes the Sunday sermon a bit further in conversation and application - listen in on an engaging chat between leaders at Fathom discussing faith, life, and how we can carry the truth of the word taught on Sunday into our week Monday through Saturday.Fathom Family Podcast - Real talk on how to build a Godly marriage that is in it for the long haul while leading your kids toward their God-given potential and purpose in Christ.See all the ways to listen here: http://fathom.church/category/listen/

The Sex Tapes continueBy LiminallySpaced. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Sandy looked at her gorgeous friend. Sandy loved her, truly; as did Don; and they both wanted so badly for her to be happy. They had all been friends for so long. Sandy thought back to the night they met, to the experience the three of them shared, and she felt something tingle inside her. It wasn't the first time she had thought about it, in fact there were many nights where she and Don would relive those events as they made love. They would sometimes expand on them, fantasize about them, and even though they never said it out loud, there was one element always missing."What if,” Sandy considered, “what if it wasn't with someone new?" Her hand went to Don's thigh. She felt him choke on his drink.The silence was deafening. Sandy tried not to squirm, to worry about what she might have just suggested. The next thing Kelly said was going to be extremely important."What do you mean?" Kelly said.They all knew exactly what Sandy meant.Kelly hadn't run screaming from the room though, and that was a good sign to Sandy."I mean, um, what I mean is,” for once Sandy was tongue tied. Despite their experience with other people, other couples even, Sandy wasn't sure how to proceed. This wasn't some random hook up, this was her best friend. Her best friend and her husband; the two people she loved most in the world.The two people she loved most.Looking her best friend in the eye she knew there was only one thing she could say. Sandy took one last big gulp of her drink, and slowly melted off the couch, down to her knees in front of her husband.Kelly still didn't move.Sandy's hands danced around Don's belt. She looked at her husband with her dark, seductive eyes. He nodded almost imperceptibly in approval.Kelly shifted in anticipation as Sandy's hands adeptly worked Don's belt and zipper. She tried to play it cool, but couldn't stifle a small gasp when her eyes took in the sight of Don's exposed cock. Thick, hard, and wonderful, it was exactly as she remembered it.Sandy warmed at the sigh her husband let out as her fingers danced up and down his length. Then she turned to Kelly. Instantly she was transported back in time to that night they all first met. This time, however, there was so much more between the three of them. So many years of love and friendship. She could see the flushing in her friend's chest already, and this time she knew the answer to the question even before she asked it."You wanna join us?"Kelly's throat was dry, probably because all the moisture in her body had been redirected between her legs. This felt wrong, it felt taboo, but good God, she was drenched. She had replayed that night they met over and over in her mind over the years, using the images and sounds burned into her memory as fuel for countless self-induced orgasms. She played out fantasies and scenarios about what would have happened if she had said yes to their invitation.She even told Pete about it once while they were making love. She rode on top of him, slowly grinding on his cock as she recounted every detail of the evening. Pete spurred her on with lewd, probing questions that only made her wetter, and him harder. Finally, just before they exploded together in mutual orgasm, he asked her if she wished she had accepted. Through ragged breaths and the beginnings of full-body spasms she choked out "Yes!"It became a fantasy they would play out from time to time, especially on nights the two hung out with Sandy and Don. After a nice night out, Kelly and Pete would retire to their bedroom, and on more than one occasion, while Kelly was sucking his dick, Pete would instruct her to close her eyes and imagine the cock in her mouth was Don's. It always had the desired effect, and Kelly's orgasms were always extra hard.Kelly sat there, eyes darting back and forth from Sandy, to Don, to Don's cock, to Sandy, for what felt like an eternity. She reached up and undid another button from her shirt, revealing the top of her cleavage.Don's cock throbbed.Sandy smiled.She doesn't remember moving, but all at once Kelly was on her knees next to Sandy, in front of Don's hard, straining erection. Her hand floated up. Her body suddenly flashed with hot electricity as her fingers brushed its firm, hot skin.Her eyes turned toward the throbbing member, and she licked her lips."Go ahead," Sandy's voice floated into Kelly's ear.Kelly gripped the bottom of Don's shaft gently, but firmly, parted her lips, and dropped her wet mouth over the head of Don's cock.All three of them groaned at the same time.A devilish smile of disbelief was on Sandy's face as she watched her best friend take her husband's cock in and out of her mouth. Judging by the look on Don's face, he couldn't believe it either.Kelly savored every inch of that cock. This had been a long time coming, and she wanted to experience it fully. Her cunt throbbed, wet and desperate, and she felt her body heating up with lust. This cock felt so good in her mouth. Not just because it was Don's cock, but because it was a good cock too. It was satisfying. Sliding up and down on it, practically drooling, she began to think of other ways it could be satisfying. She felt her cunt buzz again.In a feverish, lustful haze, Kelly regained awareness of her surroundings all of a sudden, and pulled all the way off Don's slippery rod with a loud pop. She sat back on her ankles, breath ragged. She coyly wiped her mouth, and then looked at her two friends."I'm sorry," she said between breaths, trying to regain composure. Sandy began to form a statement meant to reassure Kelly she did nothing wrong, but was stopped as Kelly finished her thought: "I didn't even offer you any."Sandy smiled, and leaned in, taking her husband's cock into her mouth herself.Kelly watched Sandy bob on Don's cock. She had never fully appreciated how sexy her friend was, but now she had a front row seat. She felt her cunt flood, and her nipples ache. Intense heat flooded her body, and without even realizing it, Kelly began unbuttoning the remaining buttons on her blouse.Don's gaze left the wet, pleasureful ministrations of his wife's mouth, and bounced over to Kelly as she removed her shirt. His cock surged; he had wanted to see those breasts ever since the night they met. Pale, supple, smaller than Sandy's but still substantial, Don's mouth (and cock) began to drool slightly. The tops of her globes held high and firm by a tasteful bra, deep breaths made them heave and push against the fabric. Her cleavage looked deep and tight, and Don fantasized about what it might feel like to slide himself between them. Pleasure boiled deep inside him.Sandy stopped her wet worship to watch the show as well, her thoughts coming very close to those of her husband, and used the opportunity to pass his cock back to her horny friend. Kelly didn't hesitate, sliding back into position, but a low croak from Don's throat stopped her before her mouth slipped back down his length"Wait," he croaked, the two gorgeous women turning quickly to check in with him, surprised to hear his hesitation. Don looked down at Kelly's big, doe eyes, her tongue idly working the edge of her lip in anticipation, and managed to get out two words: "bra too?"Sandy and Kelly both began to chuckle, and Kelly whispered back a syrupy "sure, Don, whatever you want."Those last three words sent a chill through Don's body, and he and his wife both watched in rapt attention as their friend reached up with one hand, unhooked the clasp, and let her bra slide down her arms and off her body.Don let out a low, appreciative moan. They were everything he had hoped for. Taking his cock back in her hands, slowly stroking him, Kelly gave him a moment to admire her free, naked breasts. She could tell by the locked gaze and slight smirk that he liked what he saw. And Kelly liked showing him, too. She liked the feeling of his eyes on her tits, it made her feel sexy. It made her feel wanted.Most of all it made her wetter than she'd been in years. Feeling the tingle of desire running through her, she leaned forward, and took Don's cock back into her mouth.Sandy watched her friend desperately devour her husband's penis, and made a decision. She slipped her own shirt off, followed quickly by her own bra, letting her two massive breasts swing free. Climbing back up onto the couch, she tucked herself in right next to her moaning, gasping husband, made sure her tits were in squeezing distance should he feel the need, and began lovingly stroking his chest and stomach as they both watched Kelly work.This was her night. She needed this. Sandy wanted her to have what she needed.The over stimulation of Kelly's mouth and Sandy's body was too much, and suddenly Don began to shiver and convulse.Kelly's tongue passed over the fat, smooth head of Don's cock and felt it flare. His balls pulled tight, and his cock grew even harder in her hands. Kelly smiled to herself.Sandy watched, her eyes darting back between her desperate, sucking friend, and her writhing, spasming husband. She squeezed her legs together, sending a bolt of pleasure through her body. A smile pulled at her lips as her best friend summoned a hard orgasm out of the man she loved. "That's it, baby, that's it," was all she said. She didn't know which one she was saying it to.Kelly felt a final strong surge in Don's shaft and then moaned as he began to fill her mouth with hot cum. She sucked and stroked, happily swallowing everything she was gifted. This was the first time in three years she had made a man cum. She was happy it was Don. His semen tasted good. She wanted it inside her.Eventually the pulses slowed, the spasms stopped, and all three felt their breathing return to normal. Kelly slowed the sweet suckling of her lips, and gently disengaged from Don's wilting member, a thin viscous strand of their shared fluids desperately clinging between her lips and his tip.Kelly modestly brought a hand to her mouth as she swallowed the last of Don's load, and the three friends sat in stunned silence, trying to figure out what just happened."Now what?" Kelly said, looking at the two of them. It was a loaded question, for sure.After considering the question for a moment, Sandy stood up. She looked down at her spent husband, and her clearly still horny best friend. Reaching down, she took Don's hand, then after a moment reached for Kelly's as well.The two new lovers stood up. Sandy leaned in and kissed Don hard, then did the same to Kelly. She could taste his semen on her lips."Round two." She said with a smile. She turned, and led her husband and her best friend by their hands into the bedroom.The erotic evening of discovery continued. Despite overwhelming feelings of lust and arousal at the lips of her friend, Kelly drew the line of exploration with Sandy at kissing (at least for this first night). This didn't limit their activities, however, as the two shared Don's recuperating cock between them, sucking, kissing, licking and stroking him back to rejuvenated hardness. It didn't take him long to get there, and pretty soon Don was fully hard and throbbing, thanks to the loving mouths of his wife and her best friend.He felt a certain sense of disbelief as soon the scene from the couch was mirrored in the bedroom, only this time Sandy was tucked in tightly to Kelly's side as Don pleasured Kelly with his tongue."Enough," Kelly said, "I want it. I need it."Kelly held her best friend tight. She could feel Sandy's nipples pressing into the side of her own breast. Her body tingled. Her breasts heaved atop wanton, nervous breaths as Don rose up from between her legs.His hands spread her thighs, and then lined up the thick flared head of his cock with her dripping cunt. He teased her for only a moment, spreading her juices around his tip, and then slowly pushed.Kelly felt Sandy's lips on her neck, and hands on her breasts as Don became the first man to enter her in three years.Her body was inflamed with sensation, and Sandy held her tight, guiding her through the feelings as Don thrust deeply and rhythmically.Soon Kelly writhed and shook, her breathing becoming ragged and labored, as orgasm seized control of her from head to toe. The image of Kelly cumming on his cock was too much, and Don too began to buck and shake. He pushed deep into Kelly's gasping tunnel and emptied himself into her warm center.Sandy gasped and cried out in joy as the two people she loved most shared such a beautiful, intimate moment.The three lovers collapsed into each other, a delirious, giggling tangle of vibrating flesh. Soon the wheel of pleasure slowly turned, and now it was Kelly pressed tight to Sandy as Don's tongue and fingers drove her toward ultimate pleasure.Her fingers danced over Sandy's steaming body. She had never touched another woman like this before. It was exciting and scary all at once. Soon she felt her best friend's body tremble, and shake, and heard the cries and moans of her pleasure. Kelly leaned in close, feeling the ragged breath of Sandy's orgasm on her cheek, and kissed her best friend.Sandy's body exploded in pleasure, an electric current of lust and love formed by Kelly's lips on her mouth and Don's lips on her cunt.The three lay together for a long while, each fully satisfied. Kelly knew things were changing, but somehow she also felt like this was how it was always supposed to be. Her thoughts drifted to the future; what this would be, where it would go, what other pleasures and experiences might be in store. She was ready for them. She wanted them. She wanted to have them with Sandy and Don."I think I have a lot of questions," she said finally, feeling Sandy's large breast sit heavy in her hand."I think we have a lot to tell you." Sandy chuckled."I can't wait." Kelly said, a smile beaming.Basking in the glow of her newfound satisfaction, Kelly's eyes lazily drifted across the room. She took in her surroundings, until her eyes caught the big lens of a home video camera on a tripod, pointed toward the bed."What's that for?"Chapter 22: Tim finishes watching the video"No, nope, nuh-uh, no way," I said, pacing back and forth across the living room. I was in shock.My upstairs neighbors and longtime family friends Sandy and Don had asked me to house sit for them. I had planned on a pretty quiet night until my best friend Tara had joined me. This led to us accidentally discovering a treasure trove of Sandy and Don's personal, explicit, home sex videos. This wasn't entirely surprising, given what I knew about Sandy and Don's rather adventurous sex life, and the first half of the video we chose to explore lived up to that expectation as it featured Sandy both sucking and cumming on a cock that didn't belong to her husband. It was the second half, however, that caught me so off guard; the part of the video we currently had paused; the part where Sandy took the camera into the bedroom and revealed her best friend bouncing enthusiastically on Don's dick.Her best friend who also just so happened to be my step mother Kelly."No, I don't, how is this possible? How could she,” I couldn't form a coherent thought. Kelly hadn't been on even a single date since my father died, and was a devout, church-going Christian, to boot. I could not reconcile that the sweaty, smiling woman with Don's thick cock up inside her was Kelly. I just couldn't."I mean, she's still a woman," Tara said, "everybody's got needs, right?""This isn't NEEDS, Tara, this is, GROUP Sex!" I practically shouted."I don't know, Miller," she said, a lusty smile on her face, "I think it's pretty cool, actually. Girl knows what she wants and goes out and gets it."I just stood there, aghast and livid, hands on my hips, shaking my head. Tara began to giggle."This isn't funny!" I croaked, but all she did was laugh harder.

We are only able to call Good Friday-‘Good' because God made it Good. The Romansoldiers nailed Jesus to the cross. Pilate fastened the sentence to the cross. And ourGood God nailed our sin-debt to the cross. It was not visible to the naked eye, but theentire spirit realm watched as God nailed your incalculable sin-debt to the cross ofJesus. Then he wiped away the record of debt that stood against us with its legaldemands by His shed blood!

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It's not hard to get bitter when we look at the world around us. Why does it seem like wicked people are always prospering? If we're not careful, it's easy to get so focused on other people that we lose our focus on God. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 73 and follow the journey of a guy who struggled with bitterness. Support the show

Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker, TV program host, podcaster, and award-winning author. As president of CrossExamined.org, he presents powerful and entertaining evidence for Christianity.I. Does Evil Disprove God?II. What's the Purpose of Evil?III. What's God's Solution to Evil?Talk with God: Meditate on Ephesians 3:16 this week and ask the Lord to renew and strengthen you as you walk with Him.Talk with others: Ask your Connect Group, friends, or family how you can support them in focusing on “the eternal weight of glory” (v. 17) through the struggles they may be facing.Talk with kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on Earth?

Welcome to season XIV of Undeceptions!Anthropology has a reputation for being the most “godless” of all the sciences. The so-called Father of Anthropology, Sir Edward Burnett Tylor, abandoned his faith as an anthropologist, declaring religion was “animalistic”. But religion hasn't gone away - and many anthropologists are now realising there might be something to belief after all …(00:00) - - Coffee and anthropology (09:08) - - What is anthropology? (14:25) - - Edward Tylor, the 'Father of Anthropology' (19:28) - - Why is anthropology so godless? (21:25) - - James Frazer (34:35) - - E.E. Evans Pritchard (41:52) - - Mary Douglas (49:03) - - How Christine became a Christian anthropologist (52:39) - - What is the "good life"? (54:31) - - Victor and Edith Turner (58:59) - - Cultural relativism (01:02:41) - - Five-Minute Jesus (01:09:34) - - Good God, good anthropology

The last chapter of Genesis summarizes many of the themes and truths scattered throughout the book. Only God is God and God is only good. And this good God is the only god who became like us so we could become like Him. Truly, He is working all things for good.

Msgr. Roger J. Landry Montserrat Jesuit Retreat Center, Lake Dallas, Texas TPMS Southwest Regional Meeting Friday of the Second Week of Lent March 21, 2025 Gen 37:3-4.12-13.17-18, Ps 105, Mt 21:33-43.45-46   To listen to an audio recording of this homily, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/3.21.25_Homily_1.mp3   The following text guided the homily: Today, as we […] The post Rejection and the Good God Wants to Bring From It, Friday of the Second Week of Lent, March 21, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Restrictive voting laws and immigration policies shape who has a voice in our democracy. Attorney and activist Eric Cedillo joins Good God to discuss his work expanding voting access, advocating for Latino communities, and pushing for immigration reform. He and George Mason explore the systemic obstacles that keep people from the ballot box, the political roadblocks to reform, and the power of grassroots action to create change. With the Super Mega Marcha approaching, this conversation is a powerful reminder that democracy depends on those who show up.Cedillo is the founder of The Law Offices of Eric Cedillo, a professor at SMU Dedman School of Law, and a longtime advocate for victims' rights, civic engagement, and access to justice.

Faith isn't just a belief—it's a way of life. Almas Muscatwalla, a dedicated interfaith leader and advocate for social justice, joins Good God to share how her Ismaili Muslim faith calls her into service. In conversation with George Mason, she reflects on the meaning of pluralism, the importance of understanding across differences, and the role of faith in shaping a more just and compassionate society.Muscatwalla co-founded Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square to bring faith leaders together in action on issues like homelessness, racial equity, and refugee support. She has served in leadership roles with the Texas Muslim Women's Foundation, Project Unity, and the Center for Asian Studies at UT Dallas, among others, working to build bridges across communities and create lasting change.

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Send us a text✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/freeIn this video, Jon O'Sullivan from the Irish Pagan School delves into the many names of the Dagda, one of the most prominent deities in Irish mythology. The Dagda, also known as Eochaid, Olathair, and Ruadh Rofhessa, carries names that reveal his diverse roles and attributes, from being a "Good God" to a "Great Father" and a figure of profound wisdom. Jon explores the meanings behind these names and how they reflect the Dagda's multifaceted nature, drawing from ancient Irish texts and poetic forms. Whether you're new to Irish paganism or deepening your knowledge, this discussion offers valuable insights into the Dagda's significance.Lora Pronounces the Dagda's Names https://youtu.be/98MuoBnlKXg?si=LqNefKgCxS1cx8p4✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/

Today, on Karl and Crew, we dove deeper into our “Be the Church” theme by discussing using our God-given gifts in the church. As followers of Christ, we should strive to be more than just a face at church because membership is more than attending a class; it’s spiritually engaging with our church family. Would the church body notice your absence if you missed a few Sundays? We also had special guest Jonathan Griffiths join the conversation. Jonathan is the lead pastor of the Metropolitan Bible Chuch in Ottawa, Canada. He also leads Encounter the Truth, a broadcasting ministry that produces religious programming on radio and podcasts across the United States and Canada. Jonathan has also written several books, including “Gathered for Good: God’s Good Design for the Local Church.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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“I can't believe in the God of the Bible because how could He allow evil in the world?” Pastor Dallas Cox responds to this common question with truth from scripture. Endurance produces growth.Scripture in this message: Romans 8:28, Isaiah 55:8-9, Genesis 41:38-44, James 1:2-4, Hebrews 4:14-16, Mark 14:34, Revelation 21:4, 1 Corinthians 2:9Watch this message on YouTubeJust starting your Jesus journey? Let us know by filling out this form so we can connect with you personallyHello Card Tithes & OfferingsPlease consider giving to help us spread the life giving message of Jesus to the 920 and beyondGive Here --Follow Life Church on socialsLCGB Facebook LCGB Instagram LCGB YouTube

Today on Karl and Crew, we are airing the “Best of” from our week at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) conference in Dallas, Texas. We have compiled a few of the interviews from our guests this week. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast. The following guests joined us this week: Dr. Erwin Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of the Moody Church in Chicago and an author. Dr. Lutzer has authored several books including, “Eclipse of God: Our Nation’s Disastrous Search for a More Inclusive Deity (and What We Must Do About It.)” Lana Silk is the Chief Executive Officer for Transform Iran, a Christian organization that shares the gospel in Iran. Lana passionately works to help bring freedom to the people of Iran through ministry and humanitarian aid. Jonathan Griffiths is a lead pastor of the Metropolitan Bible Church in Canada. Jonathan also leads Encounter the Truth, a media ministry that shares the gospel through radio and podcasts in the United States and Canada. He is also an author and has written several books including, “Gathered for Good: God’s Good Design for the Local Church.” Christopher Beth is the founder, Chief Storyteller and Director of the Bucket Ministry, a nonprofit organization that shares the good news of Jesus along with clean water for in-need communities around the world. Christopher used to be a business consultant until he felt the call to ministry after going on a mission trip to the Brazilian Amazon with his then-high school daughter in 2012. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we were broadcasting LIVE from Texas at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) conference. We had some special guests on the show today as they shared their ministry origin stories, how God is moving through the ministry now and some helpful resources. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast. The following guests joined us this morning: Jonathan Griffiths is a lead pastor of the Metropolitan Bible Church in Canada. Jonathan also leads Encounter the Truth, a media ministry that shares the gospel through radio and podcasts in the United States and Canada. He is also an author and has written several books including, “Gathered for Good: God’s Good Design for the Local Church.” Christopher Beth is the founder, Chief Storyteller and Director of the Bucket Ministry, a nonprofit organization that shares the good news of Jesus along with clean water for in-need communities around the world. Christopher used to be a business consultant until he felt the call to ministry after going on a mission trip to the Brazilian Amazon with his then-high school daughter in 2012. Marc Harper is the Director of Special Projects at Revelation Media Inc., a Christian media ministry that secures partners to create, produce and translate biblical films like The Pilgrim’s Progress. Prior to his current position, Marc was the Vice President of Development, helping to lead the launch of The Pilgrim’s Progress and iBible, a visual and interactive Bible app through Revelation Media. Dr. Drew Dickens is a leader, AI expert, and scholar who has contributed to the integration of technology, spirituality and faith-based engagement. He was able to combine those things when he founded Encountering Peace, an app that provides guided meditations in the Bible, and the Encounter Podcast. Dr. Dickens has also written a book called “Whispers of the Spirit: A 40-Day Guide to Intimate Prayer,” which will be available April 1, 2025. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a board-certified internal medicine physician, an international speaker, a podcast host, and the CEO of Restorasis, a health and wellness consulting agency. Dr. Dalton-Smith is also an award-winning author and just released her book, “Being Fully Known: The Joyful Satisfaction of Beholding, Becoming, and Belonging.” She also is the host of the podcast, “I Choose My Best Life.” Keisha Toni Russell is a constitutional lawyer with First Liberty Institute, a legal organization that defends religious liberty. Keisha is a sought-after speaker who delivers commentaries on several TV stations and she writes op-eds for various national news outlets. She has also written a new book called, “Uncommon Courage.” Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.