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In Episode 460, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger chase a beast along Rattlesnake Ridge in Fair Haven, Vermont, searching for a cave full of skeletons, snakes, and lost treasure. Could there be more? See more here: https://ournewenglandlegends.com/podcast-460-the-skeletons-who-guarded-a-treasure/  Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends  Buy Jeff Belanger's new book Wicked Strange New England on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lMkM3G  Check out Jeff's new underground publication Shadow Zine! https://shadowzine.com  Listen to Ray's Local Raydio! https://localraydio.com/ 

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Get back what the enemy took. In “The Guided Mind & The Guarded Heart,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reveals how you can start reclaiming your peace — one thought at a time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kingdom Encounters:Intersections Between Jesus & Us

Daily Morning Prayer (8/8/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalms 38-40; Jeremiah 43; Acts 6; Metrical Psalm 3:5-85 Guarded by him, I laid me down my sweet repose to take; For I through him securely sleep, through him in safety wake. 6 No force nor fury of my foes my courage shall confound, Were they as many hosts as men that have beset me round. 7 Arise and save me, O my God, who oft hast owned my cause, And scattered oft these foes to me, and to thy righteous laws. 8 Salvation to the Lord belongs, he only can defend; His blessing he extends to all that on his pow'r depend. If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/

Daily Morning Prayer (8/8/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalms 38-40; Jeremiah 43; Acts 6; Metrical Psalm 3:5-85 Guarded by him, I laid me down my sweet repose to take; For I through him securely sleep, through him in safety wake. 6 No force nor fury of my foes my courage shall confound, Were they as many hosts as men that have beset me round. 7 Arise and save me, O my God, who oft hast owned my cause, And scattered oft these foes to me, and to thy righteous laws. 8 Salvation to the Lord belongs, he only can defend; His blessing he extends to all that on his pow'r depend. If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/

Today's poem is Dialogue with the Oldest Tree in the U.S., whose Location is a Closely-Guarded Forest Service Secret by Nina Sudhakar.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “I like to think that I'm still growing as a person. That every year I become older, I truly grow older, developing some new part of myself. Conversations about aging so often dwell on preserving what you have when you're young, about postponing loss. But when I turn to my writing, my poems and prose, I see a body of work that does continue to grow. A body that comes from my physical body, from how my whole being senses and processes the world around me. It continues to grow, even when marked by hardship, by absences, and by loss.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

IntroductionAbraham struggled to trust God's promises even after receiving a vision and an explicit word from God. The Lord assured Abraham that he is Abraham's shield (Genesis 15:1). The Lord will protect him and defend him. Peter also doubted the path to glory through the suffering of the cross. The thought of a distant God protecting a people who seem so far away just seems absurd. Christians today may wonder whether God has abandoned his people. We face trials, and we might wonder if God is really in the midst of them. This becomes even more apparent when Peter addresses us as exiles. If we are in exile, we would think that God is even more removed from us. Peter, who struggled to believe Christ would protect him, assures the church that the Triune God has neither forgotten nor forsaken His people. Rather, He is actively guarding them until they receive the inheritance He has prepared for them. The Triune GodPeter tells us that the Father has chosen us. It is his foreknowledge. Why does he know? It is because he has decided it (1 Peter 1:1). Our exile status is intentional. The Son has redeemed us through his blood. The Holy Spirit is sanctifying us to conform to Christ. (1 Peter 1:2) Peter writes to believers living in exile. We are outside the promised land. We have to see that exile does not mean abandonment. The Father elects/chooses His children, the Son continues to reign as Lord and Redeemer, and the Spirit remains present, sanctifying and preserving God's people. The Lord refines his people through the painful trials. The trials are like gold passing through the flame. These trials are not signs of God's absence. No, the trials are used to burn away the impurities of our faith, conforming us to be more faithful children of God. The Triune God is personally guarding us as he protected and guarded his people in foreign lands. We are currently in exile on a Christian pilgrimage to the promised land, being guarded by God. It is true that we are reminded of our creaturely status when we contemplate the doctrine of the Trinity. We know that our God is beyond our full comprehension. However, we can know and do know our God. We know that he is actively working on our behalf. Our Certain ApplicationYes, we are in exile. We are away from the promised land. However, our Lord works to protect us. The Heidelberg Catechism reminds us that the Holy Spirit has been given to me. We might think of someone more spiritual having the Spirit. However, the Holy Spirit is given to me. I am a temple of the Holy Spirit by God's grace. The Holy Spirit will be with us from this age to the age to come. We might not think that this is very important. However, Peter assures us that God is giving us double protection. The inheritance that Christ has won for us is being guarded in heaven. We are continually and actively being guarded by God to receive that inheritance. The assurance of this is that no Babylonian or Assyrian can take our inhertiance like we saw with Israel in the past. Yes, we will face trials in this age. We will get some bumps and bruises along the way, but the Lord will be the shield and defender, guaranteeing that we will receive what he has set apart for us. This means that as the Holy Spirit is given to us by Christ, we will be protected. It means that as the Father has chosen us, we will receive his chosen inheritance. This is not because it is grounded in us, but by our God working in history. Conclusion Peter knows the struggle of the Christian life. He too wanted glory now. He did not understand Christ's mission to gain heaven through the cross. In fact, Peter denied Christ three times when Christ was heading to the cross. Peter did not understand the suffering to glory. Peter had an awkward breakfast with the Lord, where the Lord asked him three times if Peter loved him and charged Peter to care for his people after Peter's three answers. Peter knows the grace of Christ. Peter was assured that he would persevere until the end. It is not because Peter is so competent, but because the Lord is that faithful. Let us take Peter's testimony seriously. Let us hear his inspired words to encourage us in this life. Our God is not distant. We might not fully understand the doctrine of the Trinity, but we know that our God guards our inheritance and he actively guards us. We will receive what he has set out for us. Christ has earned it. The Father has chosen us. The Spirit applies Christ's distinct blessings. As we face trials in this age, let us be confident that the Lord is refining us to be the people he has called us to be. He is shepherding us in the midst of it. We will dwell with him in our inheritance he secured for us. Let us live out the days he has numbered for us in the confidence of his protection and faithfulness. I did a series on “Sojourning Under the Sun.” You can read a short summary of exile on the Gospel Coalition's website.

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The landscape of real estate has shifted, bringing unprecedented supply shortages across the country. In this episode, Kris Krohn pulls back the curtain on where he plans to deploy his next couple hundred million dollars. Discover the exact metrics behind identifying top-tier markets that have experienced 70% appreciation over a decade, and learn how to position your portfolio ahead of massive population inflows to manufacture long-term wealth.

Discover how true freedom starts within, not in circumstances. In this teaching we unpack the “orphan heart” that blocks trust and growth, and shows how a healed, resilient heart transforms relationships, decision-making, and performance for individuals, teams, and organizations. The post Freedom Sunday | Guarded: Week 5 with Casey Treat appeared first on Christian Faith.

Discover how true freedom starts within, not in circumstances. In this teaching we unpack the “orphan heart” that blocks trust and growth, and shows how a healed, resilient heart transforms relationships, decision-making, and performance for individuals, teams, and organizations. The post Freedom Sunday | Guarded: Week 5 with Casey Treat appeared first on Christian Faith.

This week, we explore the ripple effects of our words and thoughts through "Guard Well the Portals of the Mind," discussing Albert Pike's concept of everlasting vibrations and William James's theory of "idea-motor action" as a sobering reminder to actively banish pessimistic thoughts and invite in the Great Architect. Next, we challenge the notion of Freemasonry as a mere social club with George H. Steinmetz's "The Worthy and Well-Qualified," which argues that Masonic allegories are actually designed to conceal the secret doctrine from the multitude and that the Craft requires genuine intellectual pursuit as a "progressive science". Finally, we share an exciting announcement for the 3rd John Skene Memorial Conference happening August 28th to 30th, 2026, in Burlington, New Jersey; for just $100, Masons and non-Masons alike can enjoy a weekend of fellowship, scholarship, and entertainment honoring America's first Freemason—a highly recommended experience that RJ has personally presented at in the past. Show Links: Register for the 2026 John Skene Masonic Conference: https://forms.gle/HgWtegYx1q2hY8JZA The New SUBSTACK! http://www.wcypodcast.substack.com The Secretary Box Teaser: wcypodcast.com/secretary-box Skull and Crown Ltd.: www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show! : https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Move from fear driven self protection to wisdom based living. This series exposes the orphan spirit and shows how distorted views of God fuel burnout and insecurity. Discover grounded identity, lasting hope, and real confidence rooted in God's steady presence and care. The post Guarded: Week 4 with Caleb Treat appeared first on Christian Faith.

Joshua Cross | Born-again Christians are guarded by God's intrinsic power, an ongoing act of preservation rather than human perseverance, assuring them of their imperishable heavenly inheritance amid earthly persecution. This guarding happens through genuine saving faith in Christ — a gift from God and the conduit of His power — which must produce the fruit of the Spirit as evidence, steering clear of both self-reliant works and shallow easy-believism.

This week, Pastor Caleb explores how fear-based self-protection shapes relationships, decisions, and spiritual life. It examines the difference between guarding your heart with fear versus wisdom, unpacks identity as sons and daughters of God, and reflects on living from the Spirit of adoption rather than past wounds or external labels. The post Guarded: Week 3 with Caleb Treat appeared first on Christian Faith.

Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health.

Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health.

Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health.

Series: Unhurried: Practicing a Life of PrayerDate: 6-14-26Message Title: Formation: Guarded By PeaceSpeaker: Pierce GibsonScripture: Philippians 4:6-9, 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18To learn more about New Story Church, you can do that by visiting NewStory.Church or find us on Instagram and Facebook at @NewStoryKC.

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine delivers a powerful message about guarding the heart, the unseen center that shapes every choice, word, and relationship. Drawing on Proverbs 3:5–6, Psalm 51:10, Luke 6:45, Romans 10:8–10, Hebrews 4:12, and Matthew 5:8, this sermon explores how trusting God, asking for inner renewal, and rooting our lives in God's Word transform our motives and actions. Expect biblical teaching and practical application: how to recognize unhealthy thoughts, repent and invite God's cleansing, cultivate honest speech and good fruit, own the confession of faith that shapes the heart, and allow God's living Word to judge and guide our innermost life. Whether you're searching for healing after hurt, clarity in decision-making, or a deeper devotion, you'll receive encouragement to pursue purity of heart, concrete steps to practice daily vigilance, and a compassionate call to rely on God's transforming power. Subscribe and click the bell to get notified of new messages and replays.

Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health.

What if the reason intimacy still feels blocked in your marriage… isn't because you don't want connection?What if it's because you're still protecting your heart?In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about something many women feel—but rarely say out loud.You want to feel close again.You want emotional connection, intimacy, and romance.You're trying. You're more aware. You're even showing up differently.But when it comes to real intimacy… something still feels off.And if you're honest…it's not just about your husbandIt's that you don't fully feel open.You might notice thoughts like:“He won't respond the way I need”“He doesn't go deep enough”“It's just easier to keep this to myself”So you stay a little guarded.A little filtered.A little protected.Let's gently challenge that…You say you want intimacy…but are you actually letting him in?Because this right here is one of the biggest hidden blocks to connection in midlife marriage.⸻In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why feeling guarded can quietly block emotional connection, intimacy, and desireHow past disappointment and unmet expectations shape how you show up in your marriageWhy protection may have served you before—but is now creating distanceThe truth about vulnerability and how it rebuilds intimacy and connectionSimple, practical ways to begin opening your heart and letting your husband in again⸻The Truth About Intimacy & Connection in Midlife MarriageHere's what most women don't realize:Intimacy is not created by effortIt's created by opennessNot by saying the perfect thingNot by your husband doing everything rightBut by you being emotionally availableBecause when you're guarded:you don't fully expressyou don't fully engageyou don't fully receiveAnd over time, connection begins to fadeNot because you don't love each otherbut because you're not fully letting each other inBut here's the shift:The same protection that once felt safe…is now keeping you disconnected⸻A Faith-Based Perspective on IntimacyGod never designed you to live guarded in your marriageHe designed marriage to be a place of:connectionsafetyand being fully knownBut that requires trustNot just in your husbandbut in God working through your marriageSometimes the step of faith isn't fixing anythingit's opening your heart again⸻Your Next Step (Make This Simple)This week, practice one small shiftChoose one moment to be more open than you normally wouldThat might look like:sharing something you usually keep to yourselfexpressing appreciation more freelysaying how you really feel instead of brushing it offNothing bigjust one real momentBecause this is how:connection growsintimacy rebuildsand your marriage begins to feel alive again⸻Ready to Go Deeper?If this episode spoke to you, come join me inside my private Facebook community:Empty Nest Wives: Rebuilding Intimacy & ConnectionThis is where we walk through:rebuilding emotional connectionrestoring intimacy and romancelearning to open up again in a safe, faith-centered wayand creating a marriage that feels connected and aliveOr send me a message. I would love to connect with you.⸻Final ThoughtFriend…You don't rebuild intimacy by waiting for him to changeYou rebuild it by allowing yourself to be seen againAnd when you begin making new decisionsto opento shareto softeneverything in your marriage can begin to shiftI'm not sharing this from theoryThis is what God has walked me through in my own marriageAnd I believe with everything in meHe can do the same for you⸻Related EpisodesEP 317: Sex, Intimacy & Connection in Midlife Marriage — Why Awareness Isn't EnoughEP 316: My Sex Drive Isn't There… I Want Emotional Connection and IntimacyEp 306  3 Ways to Rebuild Intimacy and Rekindle Desire in Midlife Marriage

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In this week's episode of the Personal Mastery Training Podcast, we're diving into the real cost of playing it safe. We often think we're protecting ourselves by avoiding risk, difficult conversations, or ambitious goals, but all we're really doing is numbing our capacity for joy and growth. If you're tired of just "getting through" your days and are ready to start intentionally crafting your experiences, this strategy session is for you.   Key Takeaways: Stop Surviving, Start Extracting: Shift your mindset from "getting through" challenges to "getting from" them. Every obstacle contains wisdom meant to fuel your growth. The Guarded Life Trap: Avoiding pain doesn't just block the negative—it dulls your ability to feel peak pleasure and deep fulfillment. Audit Your Guard: Identify where you are holding back out of fear. Stepping into that discomfort is the only way to stretch your reality. Be the Architect: Don't let life happen to you on autopilot. By being "fiercely present," you turn raw experiences into permanent memory assets. Apply, Don't Just Consume: Information without execution is just entertainment. Pick one idea from this episode and apply it to your life today.   Information is only as valuable as your willingness to use it. Don't let this be just another piece of background noise—take these strategies, apply them to your daily narrative, and start building the life you were meant to lead. Listen to the full episode now and let's get to work on your personal mastery.  

Father gives us examples of how the Holy Spirit protects us.

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Naomi Kritzer, author of Obstetrix. About Obstetrix: Doctor Liz has just been acquitted for performing the last abortion in North Dakota when she’s kidnapped. They’re not just any kidnappers, but a fundamentalist cult, deep in the rural west, without respect for law or decency, and in desperate need of an OB/GYN. Guarded, isolated, without access to the outside world, Liz nevertheless is treated with respect as the only doctor on the compound, but she is very aware of what happened to the last obstetrician they kidnapped. She must escape, and bring help to the girls trapped at the compound, if it’s the last thing she does. About Naomi Kritzer: NAOMI KRITZER has been re-reading favorite books since childhood, and probably still has passages from A Wrinkle in Time memorized. She writes for both adults and teens, including Catfishing on CatNet and Chaos on CatNet from Tor Teen and Liberty’s Daughter from Fairwood Press. Her writing has won the Hugo Award, the Nebula Award, the Edgar Award, the Locus Award, and the Minnesota Book Award. Naomi lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her family and three cats. The number of cats is subject to change without notice. This week's picks: Naomi #1: Schmigadoon! (AppleTV) Naomi #2: A Dubious Clamor by Marissa Lingen Naomi #3: The Mirror Realm Cycle Series by Ariel Kaplan Tracy: Invincible (comics) Patrick: The Apothecary Diaries (Crunchyroll) Links: Naomi Kritzer on BluSky Tracy Townsend on BluSky Patrick Hester on Instagram The Functional Nerds Patreon Page © 2026 Patrick Hester The post Episode 703-With Naomi Kritzer appeared first on The Functional Nerds.

The Soviet Union used Lend-Lease to "plunder" American technology, including entire Ford factories and suitcases of blueprints guarded by NKVD agents. Harry Hopkins personally intervened to facilitate the shipment of specialized chemicals and enriched uranium to the USSR. Sean McMeekin notes that while some officials like Harry Dexter Whitewere identified as NKVD agents, Hopkins acted as a devoted "agent of influence," routinely overruling ambassadors like Averell Harriman when they attempted to exert leverage over these transfers. Hopkins ensured that the flow of vital resources remained unconditional, viewing Stalin's interests as his own and outmaneuvering anyone who raised concerns. (7/8)UNDATED BAKU

Watch on YouTubeWhat's up, black sheep!I'm changing up the format of this podcast to feel a little more true to my coaching/teaching style when working with 1:1 clients. In this episode, we're focusing on why black sheep are so guarded and why we need heart openers!Black sheep are given reasons NOT to trust others from the time we're children. Then, as we age, our parents/caretakers teach us not to trust ourselves either. After all of that, it makes sense why we struggle to trust and constantly guard ourselves.But we don't deserve to live life in a bubble just because we were raised by a toxic family.Resources from Black Sheep ExperienceThe Self-Worth Blueprint for black sheep & cycle breakersSelf-Worth CoachingTarot ReadingsWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTIMESTAMPS:0:00 intro1:45 heart opening somatic practice 10:06 why are black sheep so guarded?16:08 lack of safety = trust issues = guarding your heart 18:27 creating safety in your life18:58 your claws are always in your back picked (leaving hypervigilance/guardedness)21:18 why black sheep deserve to lower our guards & open up 25:20 tarot reading - asking spirit 31:29 how to stop being so guardedyour obstacle - queen of pentacles 35:03 your support - the chariot

Most people were taught to survive pressure. Get through the week. Keep pushing. Stay busy. Protect what's yours. Hope things get better. But what if pressure is not just something to survive? What if pressure is revealing what is really happening in your heart? In this episode of Cashflow Legendz, Nate and Brandon talk about the idea of generous resilience: the ability to endure pressure, disappointment, and difficulty without becoming guarded, bitter, isolated, or contaminated by it. The conversation centers around one powerful question: When pressure hits, do you become generous or guarded? Nate and Brandon unpack how pressure exposes the difference between ownership and stewardship, fear and faith, scarcity and abundance, surviving and pouring into others. They also talk about the importance of accountability, the danger of chasing opportunities without prayer and wisdom, and why every person is leading something, whether it is a business, a household, a family, or their own personal ecosystem. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why pressure reveals what is really happening in the heart The difference between being resilient and being generously resilient How scarcity shows up through fear-based decisions, hesitation, and isolation Why stewardship is different from ownership How faith should shape financial and business decisions Why accountability and trusted relationships create faster growth How optimism can be realistic without becoming fake positivity Why leadership is not just about surviving the week How to decide who will be better because of you this week This episode is a reminder that pressure does not have to shrink you. It can stretch you. And when you respond with faith, generosity, stewardship, and resilience, the pressure you are facing can become part of the testimony God uses to encourage someone else. If this episode helped you think differently, subscribe to the show and share it with someone who needs to hear it. And when you're ready to start building your own cashflow system, schedule a clarity call with Nate here. Get a free copy of What Would The Rockefellers Do? Money. Cashflow. Legacy. Break the rules. Build your legend. Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and is not financial, tax, or legal advice.

Guarded by His Peace — Pastor Derek Shackelford Peace is not found in a life free from problems but in a mind anchored in the presence of Christ. This message unpacks how anxiety loses its grip when we surrender control, take our thoughts captive, and learn the steady strength of contentment through passages like Philippians 4.

The Consecrated Life - Part 16 May 13th 2026 - Wednesday Evening

Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.

How do you respond when someone you love says they feel guarded around you?Carol's question about how to start a difficult conversation quickly reveals something deeper: a long history of sibling dynamics, childhood wounds, and the painful feeling of being the less-loved child.Together, we unpack what guardedness really is, why it forms, and how resentment, longing, and the need to feel loved can all live just beneath the surface.This conversation is an invitation to move beyond trying to change others—and instead begin the deeper work of understanding ourselves, softening our defenses, and creating the conditions where something new might emerge.Listen to learn:• Why guardedness in relationships is often mutual—even when it doesn't seem that way• How resentment can keep others “on the hook” and quietly block connection• Why healing relational wounds requires more than insight—it requires new relational experiencesRead more about softening on the blog.Use code SOHC to get 50% off your first month in the School of Human Connection. Learn more here.  Use code YVETTE to get 20% of your annual subscription at nvclibrary.comFor ongoing practice and deeper learning, I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection. Twice a month, I host live calls where members bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care.You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com.Here are more ways to connect with me:Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

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Worship shifts us from feeling vulnerable to feeling guarded, reminding us that the Lord is our keeper who watches over every step, every season, and every moment of our lives.

Have you ever had one embarrassing moment — one failed public speaking experience, one bad drawing, one time you couldn't keep up — and quietly decided that was just who you are? That's what this episode is about. After a conversation with psychologist Gail Rice about re-storying our lives, something clicked for Yvonne — and it came straight from her work as a photographer. When she shoots headshots in burst mode, she captures dozens of frames of the same person in seconds. One frame? Guarded. The next? Laughing. Same person, completely different story. And yet most of us are walking around defined by a single frame — one moment, usually from childhood, with very little context and even less life experience. In this solo episode, Yvonne explores what happens when we confuse one awkward moment for the whole truth about who we are — and what it looks like to start creating new frames instead. Because you are not the worst photo ever taken of you. You are the entire album. And the next frame hasn't even been taken yet.

Proverbs 22:12–13 contrasts God's watchful protection with human avoidance of responsibility. The eyes of the Lord preserve knowledge, ensuring that truth stands while deceit is overturned. Yet the sluggard invents danger to justify inaction, claiming threats that keep him from doing what is right. In today's Morning Manna, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart examine how God upholds truth, why excuses reveal the heart, and how laziness disguises itself to avoid effort and obedience. Lesson 56-2026 Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting MannaNation.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961. MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com

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Elevated Man Podcast with Apollonia Ponti  Why Men Don't Feel Safe to Love Women Anymore. Men Aren't Cold… They're Guarded! In this episode, we dive into a conversation that's becoming more common but rarely discussed openly: why many men say they no longer feel safe to love. Are men becoming cold, or have they simply become more guarded? Apollonia Pont will explore how modern dating culture, emotional vulnerability, and the pressure to perform in relationships have shaped how men approach love today. From the fear of weaponized vulnerability to the "option mindset" created by dating apps and social media, many men feel that opening up emotionally can backfire. This episode breaks down why some men hold back, how good men can become guarded over time, and what it really means when a man says he doesn't feel emotionally safe. More importantly, we talk about what healthy vulnerability and stronger mindsets can look like in modern relationships. Men aren't cold — they're protecting themselves. Let's talk about why! Key points in this episode! 0:34 — Are men really afraid of love? Let's talk about what's actually going on. 1:08 — When a man says "I don't feel safe," here's what he might really mean. 2:10 — Weaponized vulnerability: what it is and how it shows up in relationships. 4:01 — Why modern dating can start to feel like a performance. 5:13 — The "option mindset" and how it's changing the dating scene. 6:11 — Why good men sometimes become guarded over time. 7:22 — What men can do to build a stronger mindset in dating and relationships. Applying for a coaching or consultation call with Apollonia Ponti apply-->  here!  "I love Apollonia; her tips have helped me with my dating!" , scroll to the bottom to Rating & Reviews, and click on Write a Review.   Want more dating advice? Follow Apollonia On:  Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/apollonia_ponti/?hl=en Facebook; https://m.facebook.com/apollonialovecoach Website; https://www.apolloniaponti.com/ Listen and Subscribe to the Write Your Legend Podcast with Apollonia Ponti on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and the CLNS Media Network mobile app. dating with intention, high value man, masculine energy, men's dating advice, confidence in dating, emotional control, Apollonia Ponti, The Elevated Man Podcast, dating tips for men, relationship coaching

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