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It's Thursday, January 29th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Evangelical college fired teacher for calling homosexual behavior sin A Christian teacher in England went to court last week to defend his religious freedom. Dr. Aaron Edwards worked at Cliff College in Derbyshire. Three years ago, the Evangelical college fired him after he called homosexuality a sin in a social media post. Edwards is now appealing a tribunal decision that upheld his dismissal with the help of the Christian Legal Centre. Andrea Williams, chief executive of the organization, said, "This case raises serious questions about freedom of religion, freedom of expression, and the lawful limits of institutional authority.” Referencing Acts 4:20, Edwards said he does not regret speaking the truth, saying, “As the apostles said before their accusers, ‘We cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.'” Euthanasia bill failed in French Senate A bill to legalize euthanasia failed in France's Senate last week.  Political deadlock among lawmakers effectively killed the bill. Gregor Puppinck is the Director General of the European Centre for Law and Justice. He said, “This text was terrible. It allowed euthanasia and suicide by decision of a single doctor, at the oral request of a patient, in three days, without the relatives being informed and able to take legal action.” Canada euthanized elderly woman against her will Meanwhile, in Canada, an elderly woman was tragically euthanized against her will through the country's Medical Assistance in Dying program.  This according to a report by the Office of the Chief Coroner. The report identified the 80-year-old woman as “Mrs. B.” She initially expressed interest in the program. But later, she wanted to withdraw her request, “citing personal and religious values and beliefs.” However, assessors with the euthanasia program approved the killing after her husband reported experiencing “caregiver burnout.” Proverbs 12:10 says, “The tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.” Canada backs off deal with China after Trump tariff threat Canada reached a preliminary agreement with China earlier this month to lower tariffs on certain goods. However, U.S. President Trump criticized the deal. He wrote on Truth Social, “If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and products coming into the U.S.A.” In response, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney backed off the agreement with China. Federal Reserve didn't change interest rate In the United States, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged yesterday. The central bank decided to keep its key lending rate between 3.5 percent and 3.75 percent.  The Fed noted, “Available indicators suggest that economic activity has been expanding at a solid pace. Job gains have remained low, and the unemployment rate has shown some signs of stabilization. Inflation remains somewhat elevated.” Fewer U.S. pastors leaving ministry A new survey from the Barna Group found fewer pastors are considering walking away from the ministry. Twenty-four percent of U.S. senior Protestant pastors say they have seriously considered leaving full-time ministry within the past year. That's down from 42 percent in 2022. Pastoral burnout heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic but has been stabilizing since then. The report noted, “Fewer pastors appear to be in immediate vocational crisis, even as many continue to carry fatigue, grief, and uncertainty about the future of ministry.” Today is birthday of Martin Luther's wife And finally, today marks the birthday of Katharina Von Bora, the wife of Martin Luther. She was born on January 29, 1499. Her mother died in childhood and she was sent to a Catholic boarding school before becoming a nun. At the convent, Katharina discovered the writings of Martin Luther. Along with other nuns, she learned about salvation by grace through faith in Christ. This led Katharina and the nuns to ask Luther for help to escape the convent.  Luther was able to help the nuns find husbands and jobs, except for Katharina. The two were eventually married. Together, they had six children.  Author Michelle DeRusha described Katharina as “a woman who risked marrying one of the most controversial men of the time – a man who could have very likely been burned as a heretic at any given moment. She was a woman who raised six children; ran a boardinghouse; oversaw a farm complete with fruit orchards, livestock, and a fishpond; and advised and cared for her husband.” Consider an excellent, full-color, beautifully illustrated children's book about her entitled Katharine von Bora: The Morning Star of Wittenberg. It is co-authored by Shanna and Jenna Strackbein, twin sisters who were homeschooled in Aransas Pass, Texas, by their beloved mother Jenny. Joel Beeke, President of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, Michigan said, "Boys and girls (and adults too) will love this beautiful book about a godly woman who helped to change the world." Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, January 29th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In Acts 13-14, we see that the gospel was never meant to stay in one place or with one group. Jesus's disciples knew this, and humbly took the gospel to others even when that path included rejection and suffering.Mission is learned, practiced, and sustained in community. It isn't hard because you're doing it wrong, but it is impossible if you're doing it alone. ---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-decided Stay 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/events If 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

Real estate expert Lucas Howard joins host Lucas Sherraden on the Built How Podcast to discuss the evolution of his business in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Lucas shares how he transitioned from a builder to a real estate agent, emphasizing the role of genuine connections and mentoring in his success. He discusses the challenges and lessons from building a team and the importance of focusing on integrity, impact, and personal growth. Lucas also reflects on finding balance, choosing happiness over the pursuit of accolades, and creating meaningful experiences and legacies with his family. Connect with Lucas at https://lucashowardgroup.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

In our final hour, we were joined by former Michigan Basketball Head Coach John Beilein and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Talking Hoops" segment. Huge, John, and Josh talked previewed tonight's Michigan/Nebraska game as well as the MSU/Rutgers game, looked ahead to Michigan/MSU on Friday, talked about the Pistons and JB Bickerstaff, and more. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com then joined us to preview tonight's Michigan/Nebraska game. Huge and Clayton talked about how the two teams stack up, gave their predictions on the game, and more. We wrapped up the show talking with Destiny Vargas and Mackenzie Swartz from Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids. They're helping to sponsor our Rivalry week and also wanted to come on to tell us what Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids is all about, to talk about the areas they cover, told us how you can set up your pick up/drop off, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by Destiny Vargas and Mackenzie Swartz from Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids. They're helping to sponsor our Rivalry week and also wanted to come on to tell us what Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids is all about, to talk about the areas they cover, told us how you can set up your pick up/drop off, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Lions, the NFL, Michigan and Michigan State Basketball, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. Throughout our first two hours, we were joined in studio by Jeff Risdon from the Detroit Lions Podcast, Sports Illustrated, and Real GM. During that time, Jeff and Huge talked about the Lions hiring Drew Petzing and Mike Kafka to handle the Offense, discussed what pieces the Lions need to pick up in the off-season, talked about expectations for the off-season and next season, talked about the Seahawks and Patriots playing in the Super Bowl, discussed some of the storylines surrounding the NFL, and much more. In our final hour, we were joined by former Michigan Basketball Head Coach John Beilein and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Talking Hoops" segment. Huge, John, and Josh talked previewed tonight's Michigan/Nebraska game as well as the MSU/Rutgers game, looked ahead to Michigan/MSU on Friday, talked about the Pistons and JB Bickerstaff, and more. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com then joined us to preview tonight's Michigan/Nebraska game. Huge and Clayton talked about how the two teams stack up, gave their predictions on the game, and more. We wrapped up the show talking with Destiny Vargas and Mackenzie Swartz from Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids. They're helping to sponsor our Rivalry week and also wanted to come on to tell us what Metro Cars and Metro Cabs of Grand Rapids is all about, to talk about the areas they cover, told us how you can set up your pick up/drop off, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This message covers an important passage for affirming that Jesus is both human and divine. We will look at why this truth is essential to our faith as Christians. And we'll talk about the practicalities of how we live this out. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: 1 John 5:5-12 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 25, 2026

This message covers an important passage for affirming that Jesus is both human and divine. We will look at why this truth is essential to our faith as Christians. And we'll talk about the practicalities of how we live this out. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: 1 John 5:5-12 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 25, 2026

On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: The VP is in town, should the Governor reach out with a phone call and try to get a deal done? Then meteorologist Chris Shaffer joins the show - how cold is it going to get? 4pm Hour: Jason talks to Tim Busse, Mayor of Bloomington, about why he signed on to a letter with 10 other metro mayors asking ICE to respect the Constitutional rights of their citizens. Then on DeRusha Eats - Chef Kyle Lussier from Grand Rapids shares his surprise at being named a James Beard semifinalist. 5pm Hour; On the DeRush-Hour Headlines, Jason goes "In Depth" with Rick Hodsdon, general counsel for the Minnesota Sheriffs' Association - what would "cooperation" with ICE look like? Then, should there be an age limit for president and congress? What's your number?

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The Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference (MREIC) is back April 27–28, 2026 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and this year's theme is Thrive. This quick special announcement features Erika Farley, Executive Director of the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM), breaking down what's new, who it's for, and why you should lock in your ticket now. (Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference) You'll hear how the 2026 agenda is built around systems, real-world strategy, and operating resilience, including major focus on AI integration and a grounded economic outlook for 2026 that investors can actually use. (Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference) Conference Theme Thrive, with a clear emphasis on "Where Strategy Meets Systems" and building portfolios that can perform in changing market cycles. (Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference) What we cover in this conversation Why "Thrive" matters right now and what attendees should expect to walk away with AI keynote with Steve Brown (former executive at Google DeepMind and Intel) and what practical AI strategy looks like for investors and operators Economic forecast keynote with Dr. Paul Isely (GVSU) and why it's consistently one of the most packed sessions  Featured speakers and what they're known for (private equity, tax and legal, multifamily, commercial, missing middle housing)  Networking, kickoff reception, vendors, and sponsor support that make the event worth showing up for  Featured speakers mentioned Steve Brown (AI keynote)  Dr. Paul Isely (2026 economic outlook keynote) John Burley, Mark Kohler, Anthony Chara, Paul Moore, Nathan Biller  Key agenda focus areas (2026 "Thrive" framework) Smart Systems and AI Integration Market Outlook and Economic Data Operational Risk and Compliance Capital and Acquisitions Strategy Sustainable Growth and Scaling Advanced Portfolio Management  Networking and Add-on Experiences MREIC Kickoff Reception: Sunday, April 26, 2026 (5:00–7:00 PM). Included with registration, RSVP required, space limited.  Private Keynote Strategy Forum: limited capacity add-on for deeper discussion (conference registration required).  Hotels and Lodging Discounted conference hotel options include the Amway Grand Plaza (connected to DeVos Place) and the JW Marriott Grand Rapids (short walk). Book through the official hotel block.  Pricing Note Super Early Bird pricing runs through January 31 and pricing increases February 1. (Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference) Quick timestamps (approx.) 00:00 Conference dates, location, and why this matters 00:40 Theme: Thrive in Every Market 01:00 AI keynote and why it's front and center 02:00 Economic outlook with Dr. Paul Isely 02:40 Speaker lineup and topic variety 05:00 Networking and kickoff reception 06:00 VIP and deeper access opportunities 08:00 Sponsors, vendors, and early pricing Register Lock in your seat at midwestreiconference.com. (Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference)

Jason talks with Chef Kyle Lussier from the Pines in Grand Rapids, MN about being named a James Beard Award semifinalist on DeRusha Eats!

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse about why he signed on to a letter to ICE with 10 other mayors asking them to respect residents Constitutional rights. Then on DeRusha Eats Jason talks with Chef Kyle Lussier from the Pines in Grand Rapids who's a James Beard Award semifinalist!

On this week's edition of the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast, conversations about the vital message to drive to the conditions, especially during winter storms.First, Michigan State Police 1st Lt. Michael Shaw offers his insights on the causes of multi-vehicle crashes like the one that occurred between Hudsonville and Zeeland in Ottawa County on I-196 Monday, Jan. 19.Later, Bruce Smith, a National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologist in Grand Rapids, talks about how the NWS defines various warnings and advisories and what was in place Monday when the crashes occurred.

When a toddler with a neurodevelopmental delay, poor muscle tone, and no hair came to Caleb Bupp's genetics clinic, it led not only to the discovery of a new, ultra-rare disease, but the identification of a potential treatment in DFMO, a drug long used to treat a chronic parasitic disease. Bupp is now collaborating with others including Every Cure, a nonprofit biotech working to expand the use of repurposed drugs. While a number of patients have begun using the drug, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has urged the group to move forward with a clinical trial. We spoke to Bupp, pediatric geneticist at Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, about the discovery of the condition known as Bachmann-Bupp syndrome, how he and his colleagues identified a potential treatment in an existing drug, and the path forward.

In our second hour, we were joined by Indy talk show host Dan Dakich. He and Huge talked about a great season for Curt Cignetti and Indiana Football, talked about the best teams in Big Ten Basketball and more. We were then joined by former Detroit Lion Rob Rubick so we could talk about the Lions in the off-season. He and Huge talked about what was missing from the Lions last season, talked about new OC Drew Petzing, and more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Bruce Courtade from the Rhoades McKee Law Firm. He has a connection with the guys from theWolverine.com who are having a meet and greet at the Garage Bar in Grand Rapids this Saturday 1-4pm. He filled us in on the event, talked a little College Basketball, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by Bruce Courtade from the Rhoades McKee Law Firm. He has a connection with the guys from theWolverine.com who are having a meet and greet at the Garage Bar in Grand Rapids this Saturday 1-4pm. He filled us in on the event, talked a little College Basketball, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our first hour, we were joined by former Detroit Lion Lomas Brown and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Inside the Lions" segment. During that time - Huge, Lomas, and Josh gave their thoughts on the Lions hiring Drew Petzing as their new OC, talked about the future of Taylor Decker and if the Lions should keep him or let him go, gave their picks in the NFL Playoff games this weekend, and more. We were then joined by Alex Urban from the "Eat 'em Up: Detroit Tigers Podcast." He and Huge talked about Tarik Skubal and if they think he'll be in Detroit this upcoming season, talked about the Minor Leagues, gave their thoughts on how the off-season has gone, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by Indy talk show host Dan Dakich. He and Huge talked about a great season for Curt Cignetti and Indiana Football, talked about the best teams in Big Ten Basketball and more. We were then joined by former Detroit Lion Rob Rubick so we could talk about the Lions in the off-season. He and Huge talked about what was missing from the Lions last season, talked about new OC Drew Petzing, and more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Bruce Courtade from the Rhoades McKee Law Firm. He has a connection with the guys from theWolverine.com who are having a meet and greet at the Garage Bar in Grand Rapids this Saturday 1-4pm. He filled us in on the event, talked a little College Basketball, and more. In our final hour, we were joined by former Detroit Lion Lomas Brown and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Inside the Lions" segment. During that time - Huge, Lomas, and Josh gave their thoughts on the Lions hiring Drew Petzing as their new OC, talked about the future of Taylor Decker and if the Lions should keep him or let him go, gave their picks in the NFL Playoff games this weekend, and more. We then talked about the Detroit Tigers as we were joined by Brandon Day from "Bless You Boys." He gave us his opinion on the future of Tarik Skubal and the Tigers, discussed the bullpen, looked ahead to Spring Training, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode Aries and Andy talk about Grand Rapids & Detroit, Casino's, The Golden Globes, and Bernie Mac. Social Media Instagram: @SpearsBergPod Twitter: @SpearsBergPod Facebook: SpearsBergPod Patreon: SpearsBergPod Youtube: SpearsBergPod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephanie Ramos reports on the blinding snowstorm in Michigan that caused more than 100 vehicles to smash into each other in a massive chain-reaction pileup on I-196 near Grand Rapids, and Ginger Zee tracks the Arctic blast moving into the Northeast; Matt Rivers is in Minneapolis, where residents remain on edge as 1,500 active duty soldiers from Alaska are put on standby for possible deployment to Minnesota; Aaron Katersky has the latest on the urgent manhunt underway after Indiana Judge Steven Meyer and his wife were shot inside their Lafayette home; and more on tonight's broadcast of World News Tonight with David Muir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fred is depressed after his Chicago Bears lost in the playoffs. 100 cars were involved in a pile up in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are getting new emojis including squinting eyes and cracking face. An 101 year old woman was saved from her burning house by a UPS driver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acts 10 tells a story of a generous God who will stop at nothing to bring the good news of Jesus to people. In this instance, he uses two different visions sent to two men. One was incredibly clear, while the other was perplexing. God could have chosen to speak simply to them both, but instead asked for obedience even without a full understanding of the plan. This happens in our lives today, as well. Even when we don't fully understand, God is breaking down barriers and using ordinary people to reach others with the good news of the gospel. When God calls you to take a step, clear or confusing, He promises to meet you there with His Spirit. ---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-decided Stay 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/events If 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

If you are interested in how writing creatively and reading books may be therapeutic, this is the episode for you. Paul Krauss MA LPC and Nick Kondyles LLPC discuss creative writing and how to integrate the act both into psychotherapy and your personal life. Nick takes a practical approach by emphasizing many different types of learning to write and express one's experience. Many tools for writing as well as books and magazines are mentioned. Some of the Creative Writing Resources Mentioned: https://authorspublish.com/17-approachable-literary-journals/https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/tools/therapeutic-journaling.asp https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/neuroscience-proven-expressive-writing-protocol-with/id1146941306?i=1000645136217 A Neuroscience-Proven Expressive Writing Protocol with Dr. James Pennebaker  The Believer Magazine Nick Kondyles, LLPC MA is a therapist serving the Grand Rapids, MI area in person as well as the entire State of Michigan via teletherapy. Nick accepts most health insurance plans. Nick's specialties are in anxiety, depression, relational issues and identity exploration. He enjoys working with adolescents, adults, as well as the LGBTQIA+ community. He is also interested in serving those experiencing grief and loss, substance use and career development employing interventions such as legacy life review and visiting issues like work/life balance. Nick endeavors to serve those parenting or dealing with relationship struggles, providing supportive services such as learning different communication skills and others in the interpersonal domain.  Nick is a proud cat dad to a tuxedoed feline named Obi and loves to read books of any kind. When not in the therapy room, you can find Nick playing the occasional video game, biking or hanging out with friends. Nick hopes to work with you to find meaning in a healing process individualized to you and your needs while honoring your life story in a safe and warm environment. Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) Unique and low cost learning opportunities through Shion Consulting Paul Krauss MA LPC is a Cofounder of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, Counseling Supervisor, and Meditation Teacher. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, Wired Magazine, and Counseling Today. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting a weekly online group.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Counseling- Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube Original Music: ”Alright” from the album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) ”Pink Tiger” from the album Pink Tiger by Apollo Ghosts (Spotify) ”But I'll Be Around (Electric Version) ” from the album Pink Tiger by Apollo Ghosts (Spotify)    

Grand Rapids is entering one of the most exciting periods of growth the city has ever seen. With large-scale construction projects, riverfront redevelopment, and new entertainment destinations underway, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for the future of Grand Rapids.In this edition of Living in Grand Rapids, we break down the biggest changes coming to the city in 2026 and why these projects matter for residents, businesses, and anyone considering a move to West Michigan.SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWLKp_rEg77NKMFthOTVeiw?sub_confirmation=1 Contact us now:Call or Text: (616) 330-2555Email: info@marketgr.comMoving to Grand Rapids? Pick up our FREE relocation guide!https://mailchi.mp/8b5aff1055a5/relocation-guideMore from Group Realtors:Website

In this episode, we welcome Carol Moore, a historical preservationist and the founder of Hermitage at Diamond. Mary Reagan -Shapton, Hermitage at Diamond Board Chair.Hermitage at Diamond is a space that blends historic preservation with contemporary art.Built in 1875 as the Third Reformed Church, since 2017, it has been home to Hermitage at Diamond, a 150+-year-old former church in Grand Rapids' East Hills neighborhood. Hermitage at Diamond has launched a $150,000 fundraiser to complete the exterior restoration and install the final rose windows before winter.    The estimated cost for these improvements is $5 million.  Carol told us that donors are needed and donations are always encouraged. To learn more about this special space ,visit: Hermitage at Diamond

#podcast #politics #progressives #Democrats #Republicans #MAGA #Trump #Vance #Oligarchy #TechBros #Media #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Michigan #ICE #Authoritarianism #PoliticalViolence #Immigration #GrandRapids #WestMichigan #DeVos #BetsyDevos #ElissaSlotkin #Education #WealthInequality #WorkingClass #Democracy #LeftOfLansingHere's Episode #162 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-9:54: Union Worker Heckles TrumpA union worker at Ford's Truck Plant in Dearborn called Dear Leader Trump a "pedophile protector," but has now been suspended by the automaker. However, working class Americans are showing their massive support by raising money for this union worker. This is another illustration how little the Trump Regime cares about working class Americans, and how the regime only works for the oligarch class. 9:54-39:09: Jeff Smith from GRIID InterviewJeff Smith is the founder and director of Grand Rapids Institute for Information Democracy, or GRIID, talks with Pat this week. Mr. Smith talks about his years of work exposing and highlighting the many different ways the DeVos Oligarch Family is ingrained in the state's economic and political power structure. He also talks about his work in helping protect undocumented citizens in West Michigan, and how you can help-out in your local community as well. 39:10-47:18: Last Call-Dems Cave To Corp ClassIn this week's "Last Call," Pat picks-up where Jeff Smith left-off on how some corporate Democrats continuously cave to the corporate class, like the DeVos Oligarch Family, The Trump Regime, and others. Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin is one of them.47:19-50:02: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!leftoflansing.comMusic provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardNOTES:Grand Rapids Institute For Information Democracy "The company at 545 Michigan in Grand Rapids that already has a contract with ICE, will now be using bounty hunters to track down immigrants for ICE." By Jeff Smith of GRIID "Why are we not focusing as much attention on the Billionaires in our own back yard as we are on Musk and Bezos?" By Jeff Smith of GRIID "Look at which groups are opposing the ballot initiative that would raise taxes for millionaires and billionaires in Michigan." By Jeff Smith of GRIID "A Ford worker called out Trump. The president flipped him off. Now, he's been suspended." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "UAW backs Ford worker suspended for heckling Trump, condemns president's ‘vulgar' response." By Steve Neavling of Detroit Metro Times "The DeVos family publicly reengages in Michigan politics ahead of Election 2026." By Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta of Michigan Public Radio "Slotkin says she's under federal investigation over illegal orders video." By Ashleigh Fields of The Hill "A Majority of Young Voters Now Reject Both Parties." By Ed Kilgore of The Intelligencer

In Acts 9, Saul has a dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus and grace completely flips his story. Ananias was a quiet but crucial “hinge character” whose obedience, even when it was scary and didn't make sense, helped change Saul's life — and ultimately the world. God often works through ordinary people saying yes, not just big-name heroes of the faith. Who might God be calling you to be a hinge person for, and are you willing to reach out and trust Him with the outcome?---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

In this episode we talk about a bunch of news and updates with the Grand Rapids Griffins. We also take a look into the two games Vs the Texas Stars where Cross Hanas made his return to Grand Rapids. Be sure to check out Elaine Shircliff's content at the following places Tiktok : @imaraindancer X : @imaraindancer Bluesky : @imaraindancer Instagram : @gracedbyrain Facebook @elaineshircliffwriter Player Photo Credit: Macy Mineni/Griffins Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/hockeytownwestpodcast Follow for highlights: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/HockeytownWpod Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/hockeytownwpod.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hockeytownwestpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hockeytownwpod Sponsor: Everything Hockey Clothing Company: Use code WEST at everythinghockey.com for $3 off your entire order #gogrg #ahl #americanhockeyleague #grandrapids #griffins #grandrapidsgriffins #Cossa #Danielson #Lombardi #Watson #DanWatson #toledo #toledowalleye #ourfishourfight #lgrw #RedWings #AxelSandinPellikka #treyaugustine #MSU #DetroitRedWings #Hockeytown #NHL #Hockey #HockeyLife #IceHockey #HockeyFans #RedWingsNation #DetroitSports #RedWingsHockey #LetsGoWings #DetroitVSEverybody #GoWings #yzerplan #yzerman #steveyzerman #NHLTradeDeadline #TradeDeadline #NHLRumors #NHLTrades #NHLDeadline #NHLTradeTalk #TradeRumors #HockeyRumors #NHLDiscussion #HockeyNews #NHLUpdates #NHLPlayoffs #StanleyCup #RoadToTheCup #QuestForTheCup #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHLBracket #PlayoffPush #NHLWildcard #WinOrGoHome #Game7Mindset #ChasingTheCup #PlayoffHockey #ClutchHockey #StanleyCupFinals #NHLPlayoffHunt #BigGameMoments #HockeySeason #CupContenders #PlayoffMomentum #WildCardRace #MustWin #NHLHighlights #HockeyPodcast #HockeyTalk #SportsTalk #NHLNews #GoalieShowdown #PetrMrazek #AxelSandinPellikka #ClutchPerformance #HockeyAnalysis #NHLTonight #HockeyContent #SportsViral #HockeyCulture #GameDay #HockeyCommunity #BigPlays #NHLHighlights #HockeyPodcast #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHLNews #HockeyTalk #HockeyLife #SportsTalk #nhlrumours #HockeyAnalysis #HockeyContent #RedWingsNation #DetroitSports #GoWings #caldercup #playoffs #Tralmaks # Draft Kings: Use code THPN when betting with Draft Kings Draft Kings Disclaimer: Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA) 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we have a conversation with Sister Gabriella Pettirossi, the Executive Director for the Franciscan Life Process Center in Lowell, MI.  In May 2025, Sister Gabriella Pettirossi was appointed to serve as the executive Director for the Franciscan Life Process Center.  Sister Gabriella succeeded Sister Colleen Ann Nagle, the foundress and executive director of the Franciscan Life Process Center. •     The Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist serve West Michigan through programs offered at their campus near Lowell and the city campus in Grand Rapids. Sister Gabriella spoke with us about the many programs and opportunities offered through the Franciscan Life Process Center, including counseling services, music therapy, cooking classes, land experiences, nature trails, and much more.Their mission, based in Franciscan spirituality, is to promote a relationship with God that brings dignity and hope to the sacred process of all life through programs that assist, educate, enrich, and inform. They have carried out this mission since 1974.Online: The Franciscan Life Process Center

Speaker: Pastor, Indwelling Community Church, Clarence Stamps Passage: Psalm 107 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 11, 2026

Speaker: Pastor, Indwelling Community Church, Clarence Stamps Passage: Psalm 107 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 11, 2026

As we cover episode 3 & 4 of Survivor: South Pacific, we ask if Grand Rapids is the new Windy City, and stress out some more over this incredible season. This Week's Quobst Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/brittisnotokay/pick-your-favorite-foods-and-well-tell-you-what-y-c6u7vgv0wz Just Podcasts Patreon - http://patreon.com/justpodcasts Intro: What's My Age Again? - Blink-182 Outro: There is Nothing Like a Dame - Rodgers & Hammerstein's ‘South Pacific' Subscribe to "Did You Watch Survivor Last Night?" and tell your friends to too!

Speaker: Pastor, Indwelling Community Church, Clarence Stamps Passage: Psalm 107 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 11, 2026

It's time for another Mind Gap Podcast! This week, Doug and Justin are back after a few weeks of rest over the holidays. Justin shares a few gym experiences with Doug including someone rocking a Christian podcast at full volume in the locker room and someone who decided to get up close and personal with the dumbbell rack. The dorks recount the boardgames they played while Doug and his family visited Justin and Beth in Grand Rapids and then Doug poses a hypothetical question to Justin that involves a risky ocean challenge for a large sum of money. The guys then move into their main topic of how they have begun to see the villain's perspective of things as they've gotten older. Some of the villains the nerds seem to side with include Magneto, Killmonger, Thanos, The Joker, along with an uncomfortable amount of others.   Things are wrapped up with a new game called Patch Notes: Real Life Edition, where Justin reads out patch notes for real life and Doug has to decide if they're good or if they should be scrapped as garbage.   Check out our YouTube channel where we livestream our new podcast episodes every Tuesday at 8pmCT and our video game stream every Saturday at 8pmCT. Be sure to like and subscribe for this content as well as episode highlights, Doug Watches Awkward Videos, Justin Plays Video games, and more!   We have MERCH now! Follow us on all of our social medias and other platforms!

The Detroit Red Wings sent a clear message with a dominant win over Vancouver — and it may have been the most important game of the season. In this solo edition of Red Alert, we break down why this stretch of hockey feels different, why the standings don't tell the full story, and why Detroit's point percentage proves they belong among the East's elite. From Moritz Seider's emergence as a true franchise defenseman to the development pipeline thriving in Grand Rapids, the evidence is mounting: the Yzerplan is working.

MinistryWatch has published more than 30,000 words about ACNA in the past five years, and many of those words have come from Kathryn Post. Kathryn Post is a reporter for RNS and she has done a great job covering a number of controversies in the young and growing denomination. Her words have appeared in outlets including The Washington Post, Sojourners, The Christian Century, Christianity Today, and – of course – MinistryWatch. Post joined RNS full-time in 2021. She holds a Master of Arts in Religion from Yale Divinity School and bachelor’s degrees in writing and political science from Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. Until next time, may God bless you.

The Red Wings are still winning — but the path hasn't been clean. In this extended episode of Red Wings Rant, we break down a critical stretch that includes back-to-back losses to Pittsburgh, a controversial but important win over Ottawa, and what those games reveal about where Detroit actually stands. The Wings were thoroughly out-chanced against the Penguins at five-on-five, posting just a 38.4% expected-goals share. Against Ottawa, they flipped the script on the scoreboard — despite MoneyPuck giving them only a 27% chance to win — by capitalizing on mistakes, special teams, and timely goaltending. That contrast leads to the real question: not “is it sustainable?” — but how good teams find ways to survive when they don't have their best game. We dig into: Why Detroit's underlying numbers vs. Pittsburgh are more concerning than the final scores • Todd McLellan's blunt assessment of what went wrong — and what must improve • Why Ottawa was the perfect “response test” opponent • What winning ugly actually tells us about structure, goaltending, and maturity • Growing concerns around the top line of Larkin, Raymond, and Emmitt Finnie • Whether Finnie's stamina is catching up and if it's time for a new look • Marco Kasper's role — and whether a reset in Grand Rapids makes sense • Andrew Copp's December surge as Detroit's unsung stabilizer • How Moritz Seider's all-around impact continues to anchor this team • Trade deadline pressure and why Detroit should be part of impact conversations • Two potential fits if the Wings choose to be aggressive: Alex Tuch and Justin Faulk • Why Heated Rivalry matters for hockey culture — and why this conversation belongs in the sport right now Red Wings Rant: Where tirades and impassioned pleas about your Detroit Red Wings finally have a home.  JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let's have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Hump Day on the Majority Report On the today's program: As Republicans continue to rewrite the history of January 6, we revisit footage from the riot and revisit the very different tone figures like Marco Rubio and Greg Gutfeld struck at the time. Labor-climate organizer and Labor Notes writer Keith Brower Brown joins the show to preview the biggest contract fights of 2026. In the Fun Half: The crew discuss an incident in which an ICE agent, while the show was live, shot a legal observer in the street—falsely claiming she attempted to run him over, despite video showing he fired as she passed by. As the right-wing media obsesses over the Somali daycare fraud story, Medhi Hasan highlights all of the convicted fraudsters that have been pardoned by Trump. An anti-war protestor in Grand Rapids, Michigan was arrested while talking to the local news. New CBS Evening News anchor, Tony Dokoupil continues his humiliating first week as Bari Weiss' lapdog. Tim Pool continues his milquetoast fence sitting while addressing Venezuela All that and more. Today's Sponsors: IQBAR: Text MAJORITY to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. SUNSET LAKE CBD: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% on their full lineup of CBD products to support your New Year wellness goals and Dry January aspirations at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

This Detroit Red Wings podcast recaps Monday's 4-2 win over Ottawa, a game Detroit stole despite being outplayed. Also, Detroit Red Wings news and analysis on Nate Danielson's assignment to Grand Rapids, plus early NHL trade deadline rumblings. The Red Wings escaped Ottawa with two crucial Atlantic Division points thanks to John Gibson's stellar 34-save performance and opportunistic scoring from Andrew Copp, Dylan Larkin, James van Riemsdyk, and Lucas Raymond's sick goal. While Detroit looked disjointed with their new line combinations, they capitalized when it mattered most against Ottawa's struggling goaltending. Gibson continues proving he can steal games even when the team doesn't play well in front of him, answering questions about his ability to perform under pressure. Copp's breakaway goal showcased his remarkable turnaround from early season struggles, while JVR continued to excel, his veteran presence in front of the net set up Larkin's 22nd goal of the season on a beautiful power play sequence. RED WINGS BEAT SENATORS (4:45) Detroit wins ugly but wins nonetheless, outshot 37-21 but getting stellar goaltending from John Gibson and timely scoring. LINEUP CHANGES (13:55) New line combinations looked disjointed but Todd McLellan's roster shakeup continues taking shape. DANIELSON TO GRAND RAPIDS (21:45) Nate Danielson heads back to the Griffins while John Leonard remains with the big club. TRADE RUMORS DISCUSSION (26:20) Early deadline rumblings around the league and potential fits for Steve Yzerman's roster as trade season heats up - is Rasmus Andersson a fit to help Sandin-Pellikka on the right? WORLD JUNIORS RECAP (44:55) Updates on Red Wings prospects competing at the tournament, with Eddie Genborg winning gold with Sweden. GRIFFINS AND OLYMPICS NEWS (50:40) Grand Rapids updates as Shai Buium returns to action plus Tralmaks Olympic roster news. OVERTIME (52:15) Listener questions and mailbag segment wrapping up the episode. WWP Night with Grand Rapids Griffins tickets (signed puck included): https://griffinshockey.com/wwp This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Last year brought many challenges for Christian fantasy fans. From flops at the theaters now threatened by streaming slop, to creators making more events for Christian storytelling, to the continued growth of biblical fiction as the top genre of Christian-made entertainment—let's survey the top ten fantasy-related headlines from last year. Episode sponsors Edmund Spenser's The Faerie Queen The Case of the Heart Stone by Tulli Cole Above the Circle of Earth by E. Stephen Burnett Mission update New at Lorehaven: many features over the holidays! We announced our new book quest in the Lorehaven Guild: Taliesin Onscreen: ‘Stranger Things' Season Five Gives Weight to Parents' Fears, A. D. Sheehan Onscreen: ‘David' Creators Answer all Your Questions About the Animated Hit Movie, Josh Shepherd Engage: Alleged ‘Rock and Roll' Soundtrack Incites Suspicion of Netflix's Narnia Movie, newcomer Sierra Simopoulos Sierra Simopoulos also reviewed Sons of Day and Night My own article: Why Christians Need Fantastical Stories Subscribe free to get updates and join the Lorehaven Guild Stop by the homepage for many upgrades, especially the Library. Soon: discover the Guild's new wing, the Lorehaven Authorship. 10. Superheroes failed to save ailing cinema Marvel movies, despite their strengths, all flopped at the box office. Personally I did like Fantastic Four: First Steps, but didn't love it. Lorehaven folks were generally positive about some hero movies. ‘Captain America: Brave New World' Labors to Save a Struggling MCU, Marian A. Jacobs The Antiheroes of Thunderbolts* Preach to Marvel Itself, Daniel Whyte IV ‘Superman' (2025) Will Make You Believe a Man Can Be Earnest, Josiah DeGraaf However, audiences were tepid; none of these films broke even. The greatest foe of superheroes? Flippancy. Next: lack of family. MCU reached its apex with creators who at least feigned sincerity. DC's nobledark tone was winning fans, until the studio freaked out. 9. Disney's ‘Snow White' remake bombed Sticking with cinemas, this one might be the year's greatest fail. ‘Snow White' (2025) Isn't the Fairest of Adaptations, Parker J. Cole I didn't see it. Few people did. More people saw YouTube roasts. This whole nonsense was an ugly reflection of three terrible trends ruining films: “woke” checkboxes, cynicism, and corporate gloss. 8. Fans abandoned legacy sci-fi franchises Once a Doctor Who hero, Russell T. Davies has ruined that series. Star Trek is adrift, desperately trying to hail imaginary “new fans.” Of course, Star Wars keeps failing to please its own alienated fans. The greatest culprit here: Godless, sex-obsessed progressivism. One can't correct from this without visibly rejecting “woke” politics. 7. K-Pop Demon Hunters owned the summer We haven't had a genuine pop-culture movie phenomenon in ages. Then along comes this little giant animated movie on Netflix. ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters' Pits Singing Heroines vs. Monster Idols, Marian A. Jacobs Kids sang catchy songs. Adults found deeper themes to explore. YouTube reactions and covers on Instagram/TikTok exploded. For the first time, Netflix had a true four-quadrant hit on its hands. And dear Lord, may they learn only the right lessons from this, and not turn this into another streaming slop like so much other stuff. 6. ‘Woke' stories stepped back, yet persisted 251. Could a Cultural ‘Vibe Shift' Advance Christian-Made Fiction? Due to political events we won't detail, that agenda is on the wane. At least the Sexualityism religion is seen as stale and unstable. Many are still trying to figure out what, if any, ideas will replace it. A. D. Sheehan had to critique Brandon Sanderson, a late arrival to the “woke” content scene: Brandon Sanderson's New Fantasy ‘Wind and Truth' Summons a Postmodern Cringestorm. Oddly enough, we keep seeing Christian parents posting about the random books they find, after which they ask “Is it woke?” Pro tip: yeah, it's probably woke, especially with a cover like that. By now we surely have enough Christian-made novels to help? 5. Corporate slop threatens human stories 274. Why Shouldn't AI-Generated Content Replace Human Stories? This is partly about AI-generated slop, but not always. Skeptical fans now refer to anything bad with “this looks AI.” Why? Because the problem goes deeper than technology amok. Long before AI, corporate studios began relying on algorithms. I believe that's when these stories began feeling less, well, human. 272. Can We Save Cinema from Sloppy Stories? Instead of human hunches, stories get greenlit by metallic minds. Reference: the short-lived run of Robert Zemekis mocap movies. At first people express curiosity, but eventually they get bored. Prediction: this too shall pass. We'll see a lot of forced “firsts,” like “the first fully AI-generated movie.” They may even succeed. But the novelty will quickly wear off as it did before Mars Needs Moms. Still, Christian creators must dig deeper to defend organic human stories with philosophies deeper than “AI destroys the Earth.” 4. Conservative TV is trying more fantasy We greatly anticipate the DailyWire+ show The Pendragon Cycle. Based on Stephen Lawhead's novels, seven episodes drop Jan. 22. Christian showrunner Jeremy Boreing actually stepped down from being Daily Wire co-CEO, it seems, to ensure finishing this series. Political hot takes scarcely outlast the day. Great stories last long. Alas, there's the constantly controversial Magician's Nephew movie Marketing for this is dreadful, with publicly floated nonsense about an actress playing Aslan or the movie featuring “rock and roll.” 257. By Aslan's Mane, is Netflix Really Casting a Lady as the Lion? Meanwhile, platforms like Angel (run by LDS members, yet with freedom for Christians) released The Wingfeather Saga season 2. We also saw a new angel-heroes show, Gabriel and the Guardians. ‘Gabriel and the Guardians' Echoes a Golden Era of Saturday Morning Cartoons, Jenneth Leed Alas, any sci-fi-ish efforts seem restricted to dystopian dramas. We need higher budgets and risks to widen those genre limits. 3. Realm Makers unites Christian creators 265. How Can We Shine the Gospel at the Realm Makers Expo? 266. How Do You Assemble a New Expo for Christian Fandoms? | with Scott Minor Last year's conference in Grand Rapids marked an experiment. Can this organization blend creator training with a public expo? Results were mixed-positive, mainly because of the venue choice. For me, a debut sci-fi novelist, results may have skewed better. Yet our primary audience must be Christian fans and families. A semi-major downtown is difficult for these folks to access. Next year's new venue in St. Louis looks much more promising! And it sounds like the public Expo will be easier for fans to access. For Christian fantasy to grow, we must unite over common interest. Yet this unity must be based on love for the true Jesus, our Author. 2. Biblical fiction is the top Christian genre There's no contest. Amish and historical fiction is dethroned. Christian fantasy (mostly romantasy) remains confined to books. Amazon's ‘House of David' Anoints an Intriguing Biblical Epic, Michael Allen ‘House of David' Is Crowned King of Amazon Prime, Jenneth Leed 1. Fantasy for teen/YA women continues to rule the Christian-made fantastical worlds This might well be the repeat headline from previous years. Facts are facts. Teen girls and women outread everyone else. When they like fantasy, they prefer female heroes/relationships. Romantasy is the queen. And her handmaiden is royal drama. 249. What is ‘Romantasy'? | with Parker J. Cole And the new princess on the block? Time-travel romance, for sure. 263. What is Time-Travel Romance? | Every Hour Until Then with Gabrielle Meyer These books get the most attention on Instagram and elsewhere. Is it true that “men don't read”? Not necessarily. Men do read. But they tend to read nonfiction about culture, theology, history. And for fantastical fiction, these readers have unique expectations. Christians here favor proven legacies, especially Lewis/Tolkien. One can't complain about the reality. Instead, meet the standard. Frankly, that's my hope for Above the Circle of Earth and beyond. Of course I support teen/YA female-focused fantasy stories! Yet that's not my genre; it doesn't help me, personally, grow in joy. Surely there are more readers who favor other kinds of stories, maybe deeper, maybe in underdog genres like sci-fi and horror. Christians must expect a true joyous sci-fi future under King Jesus. And we uniquely understand supernatural realities/horror today. But making new stories isn't enough. We must cultivate readers. That's our mission at Lorehaven with our new mission statement: Escape bad books. Find the best Christian fantasy and sci-fi! Watch this space for more about bad books, reader cultivation, and new resolutions to avoid scroll traps and level up your imagination. Com station Top question for listeners What was your top fantasy story or least-liked story in 2025? Next on Fantastical Truth “In one cataclysmic moment, millions around the world disappear.” Jesus returned thirty years ago. Or rather, He sort of pre-returned, the warm-up act, if you will. Many faithful Christians believe in this kind of “rapture.” And in December 1995, two authors teamed up and used this idea to create the most successful biblical end-times thriller we've yet seen. Last summer, we overviewed the series. Yet now we'll ask how that first Left Behind novel has aged, thirty years after its release.

Ready to buy a Michigan home without getting dragged into bidding wars or overpaying? In this 47-minute deep dive, I walk you through an A-to-Z playbook for 2025-2026 buyers: how to read the current Michigan market, target the right listings, write a smart low offer, and negotiate seller concessions (closing costs, rate buydowns, repairs) while protecting yourself with inspections and contingencies. If you're shopping anywhere in Metro Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Lansing, West Michigan, Oakland County, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, or Genesee, this guide will help you spot real opportunities and avoid costly mistakes.MENTIONED LINKS ⬇️→How To Win A Bidding War Guide: https://shorturl.at/39EOW→Michigan Relocation Guide: https://shorturl.at/9IZQ1→Michigan Relocation Checklist: https://www.mihomesbyandrew.com/relocation-checklistCONTACT ME

Every successful real estate development starts long before the first shovel hits the ground. From concept and capital stack to design, construction, and operations—understanding the process is key to building with purpose. In this episode, Steve Achram and Peter Skornia of Cella Building Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, share a step-by-step guide to sustainable development and walk us through their Wealthy & Sheldon project—an example of how thoughtful design, solid financial modeling, and community collaboration can turn a vision into a high-performing building. We cover: What goes into a bulletproof proforma and capital stack How to conduct site due diligence and align with municipal priorities Using grants and incentives like the Emerging Developer Grant in Grand Rapids The full timeline from concept to construction to operations How sustainability and community equity drive long-term value Lessons learned from the Wealthy & Sheldon mixed-use development Why affordable and attainable housing starts with smart design How Cella is using (and approaching) AI tools in their business Whether you own land or are just exploring development, this episode demystifies what it takes to plan, finance, and deliver a successful project that serves both people and planet. Learn More: https://cellagr.com Contact Steve: sachram@cellagr.com RPOAM Webinar: Beyond Rent Checks: Boost Health, Go Green, and Unlock Hidden Profit in Your Portfolio – January 26, 2026 (Register here: https://bit.ly/49qGKV7) Today's episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

One of the most underrated aspects of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is the food. This is not just a city with a lot of restaurants. It is a city where quality, creativity, and local pride show up on plates every single day. From casual neighborhood spots to destination dining, the Grand Rapids food scene plays a major role in what it feels like to live here.In this edition of Living in Grand Rapids, we are taking a closer look at why Grand Rapids has quietly become a must know city for food lovers and which restaurants locals truly love.SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWLKp_rEg77NKMFthOTVeiw?sub_confirmation=1 Contact us now:Call or Text: (616) 330-2555Email: info@marketgr.comMoving to Grand Rapids? Pick up our FREE relocation guide!https://mailchi.mp/8b5aff1055a5/relocation-guideMore from Group Realtors:Website

This Sunday, Ron Messelink will be kicking off our new sermon series, “The Heart of God in the New Year” with a message titled “The Word Works.” This week we'll explore why Scripture is trustworthy, powerful, and essential for shaping our lives as followers of Jesus. Come be encouraged as we dive into God's Word together.We are so blessed you're joining us for this message.LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE!

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: 1 John 4:15-19 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 4, 2026

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: 1 John 4:15-19 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 4, 2026

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: 1 John 4:15-19 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 4, 2026

In this episode, Dan Hugger speaks with Kris Mauren, co-founder and president of the Acton Institute, about all things Acton. What was the original, animating idea behind the founding of the Acton Institute? Why a think tank? What makes Grand Rapids so grand? What are the greatest challenges Acton faces in fulfilling its mission? What […]

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