Podcasts about guarding

What happens to a person with unguarded behavior?

6-21-26 AM "A Demonstration of Divine Power"Scripture Reading: I Corinthians 10:1-22Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 30I. By Understanding the Testimony of the Lord's Supper A. Testifying to a Finished Sacrifice B. Testifying to a Heavenly WorshipII. By Meeting the Requirements for the Lord's Supper A. A Sincere Sorrow for Sin B. A Sincere Faith in ChristC. A Sincere Desire for HolinessIII. By Appreciating the Guarding of the Lords' Supper A. The Reason for the Guarding B. The Action in the GuardingRev. Greg Lubbers

6-21-26 | Bishop Greg Guy, Pastor

Loving God and protecting the church requires us to deal with sin lovingly and directly

"Guarding The Garden" is a Dharma talk and brief guided meditation based on the wisdom imparted by author Z.S. Diamanti in his wonderful cozy fantasy book "Guard In The Garden". From the first quote I highlighted, where one character tells another "Everyone has loads to be thankful for if they have the eyes to see it. And, when we're filled up with gratitude, it often overflows as kindness." I knew I would end up doing a talk on this topic. Diamanti is a veteran, and expresses the eternal wisdom through his protagonist Felton who is a wounded warrior adjusting to civilian life after serving in the Dwarves military. I fell completely in love with this book, and I hope you will indulge me as I use many of the quotes from the book to hopefully show that the dharma can arise anywhere, including the pages of a cozy fantasy book. I hope you enjoy this talk as much as I enjoyed offering it. I'll post a link below to purchase the book directly from the author if you want to get even more out of it! I definitely recommend that you do! Enjoy!⁠https://bio.reverendgeorgebeecher.com⁠⁠Guard in the Garden by Z.S. Diamanti⁠

Join us as we continue to lean into the discipline of hearing God clearly and guarding what enters and exits our lives. Proverbs 4:20–27 reminds us to pay attention, keep God's words before us, guard our hearts, watch our mouths, fix our eyes, and keep our feet on the right path. Join us weekday mornings at 6AM PST as we pray, process, and prepare to live from victory — not for victory.

Discover the enduring message of hope, faith, and spiritual strength in this compelling episode of Who's Who in the Bible, presented by Fr. Peter B., C.Ss.R. Journey through St. Paul's Letter to the Colossians, written during a time of imprisonment, yet overflowing with confidence in Christ and the power of the Gospel.In the midst of hardship and uncertainty, St. Paul proclaims the supreme authority of Jesus Christ and calls believers to remain steadfast in their faith. This inspiring reflection reveals how the timeless teachings of Colossians continue to guide Christians in a world filled with competing voices and distractions.Key Themes Covered:The Supremacy of Christ: Discover why Jesus stands at the center of all creation and our spiritual lives.Guarding the Faith: Learn how Paul addressed false teachings and encouraged believers to remain rooted in the truth of the Gospel.A Heavenly Perspective: Explore what it means to set our hearts and minds on eternal values rather than temporary earthly concerns.Whether you are seeking spiritual renewal, biblical insight, or encouragement in your daily walk with God, this episode offers practical wisdom and lasting inspiration. Join Fr. Peter on this enriching journey through Scripture and uncover the transformative message of Colossians. 

The Rebbe writes that one must be especially careful to guard one's physical health, following doctors' instructions and not acting recklessly. This is a part of Torah like any other mitzvah, and true piety does not contradict caring for one's body. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/011/2209

The Rebbe writes about the importance of not becoming complacent after receiving recognition for one's work, as this can be a tactic of the yetzer hara. He also encourages continued effort in shidduchim, emphasizing that persistence and trust in G-d will lead to success. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/011/2191

Why is it that the tongue is so powerful?

Welcome to episode #275!

00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:34 Reading Ephesians 4:17–24 01:39 Light Banter and Focus 02:41 Big Question: Old vs New Self 04:38 Mind as Battlefield 07:54 Renewing Thought Patterns 10:54 Culture, Lies, and the Enemy 15:34 Taking Thoughts Captive 20:08 Heart Desires and Guarding the Heart 25:20 Wrap Up and the Landlord Story

Guarding Your Heart In Dating by Ebenezer Endiryas

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 8:27, David Platt highlights the spiritual danger tied to self-reliance in seasons of success.Explore more content from Radical.

Episode 252 of the Transition Drill Podcast, traumatic brain injury recovery, veteran transition, and rebuilding identity for veterans, first responders, and anyone navigating life after service, injury, or high-performance careers. You'll hear Chrisanne Gordon on the hidden cost of brain injury, the fight to be believed, and what it takes to turn personal adversity into a mission that changes lives.Dr. Chrisanne Gordon didn't arrive in the veteran community through military service. She arrived through medicine, personal hardship, and a realization she couldn't ignore. Chrisanne followed generations of family medicine into becoming a physician. She worked emergency medicine, then later moved into rehabilitation medicine, driven by a simple question she couldn't let go of: what happens to patients after they leave the ER?That question became personal after suffering a traumatic brain injury herself. As a physician suddenly becoming the patient, she experienced something she'd spent a career treating but had never fully understood. Cognitive changes, loss of speech, identity disruption, depression, and the realization that medicine didn't yet have all the answers changed how she viewed recovery and the people living through it.Then she read reports suggesting returning veterans with traumatic brain injuries were being dismissed, misunderstood, or categorized incorrectly. What started as concern turned into action. Chrisanne volunteered at the VA in Ohio expecting to help however she could. Instead, she found herself evaluating veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and witnessing firsthand how difficult recovery, diagnosis, and transition could become when invisible injuries met institutional systems. Her work eventually challenged accepted practices and redirected her professional life entirely. From there came advocacy, research initiatives, congressional outreach, documentary filmmaking, and eventually the creation of a nonprofit focused on supporting veterans living with traumatic brain injury. Along the way she helped elevate awareness, pushed for recognition of TBI as a defining wound of modern conflict, and continued listening directly to veterans rather than speaking for them.Today, Chrisanne's mission extends through speaking, education, books including Guarding Our Guardians: Guaranteeing America's Veterans a Future from Deployment to Employment, and ongoing support for veterans and their families.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND Collective: Premium, veteran-owned sportswear built for those who show up, outwork the excuses, and give 100%. Score 15% off your order at thegrndcollective.com using promo code TRANSITION15 at checkoutBlue Line Roasting: Premium, law-enforcement-owned coffee roasted to fuel the shift. A portion of every order directly supports law enforcement families facing line-of-duty injury or loss. Save 10% at bluelineroasting.com with promo code Transition10Frontline Optics: Premium eyewear founded by a firefighter and built to withstand the job. Every single purchase helps support the First Responders Children's Foundation, serving families who've paid the ultimate price. Save 10% off your pair at frontlineoptics.com using promo code Transition10

Smart Moves – Week 4Guarding Your Heart Guards Your Life (Proverbs 4:20–27)Every day, countless voices compete for our attention and influence the direction of our lives. Proverbs 4 reminds us that the direction of our lives flows from our hearts, making it one of the most important things we can guard. As we learn to listen to God's wisdom, keep it before us, and live it out in our words, focus, and choices, we discover that small decisions today shape the destination of our lives tomorrow. Because Jesus has given us a heart worth guarding, wisdom calls us to protect it carefully.

AI agents are useful, but they become risky when they can take action in real systems. In this episode, Tom Eston discusses recent reporting about attackers tricking Meta's AI support chatbot into helping hijack Instagram accounts, and why that story matters far beyond social media. Tom explains practical guardrails for AI agents: read-only access first, human approval for consequential actions, separated accounts and contexts, prompt-injection awareness, least privilege, logging, monitoring, and adversarial testing for support and account recovery workflows. Special thanks to Guardsquare for sponsoring this episode! Guardsquare is the leader in mobile application security, with multi-layered protection for your Android and iOS apps. Learn more at Guardsquare.com. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Podcast: Hackers Asked Meta AI To Let Them In. It Worked https://www.404media.co/podcast-hackers-asked-meta-ai-to-let-them-in-it-worked/ The Verge summary of the Meta/Instagram AI support chatbot exploit https://www.theverge.com/tech/941179/meta-instagram-ai-support-chatbot-exploit-hacked ** Watch this episode on YouTube ** ** Become a Shared Security Supporter ** Get exclusive access to bonus episodes, listen to new episodes before they are released, receive a monthly shout-out on the show, and get a discount code for 15% off merch at the Shared Security store. Become a supporter today by going to our YouTube channel's membership section: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg9CCDIYkDDqwEZ3UYaxjnA/join ** Thank you to our sponsors! ** SLNT Visit slnt.com to check out SLNT's amazing line of Faraday bags and other products built to protect your privacy. As a listener of this podcast you receive 10% off your order at checkout using discount code “sharedsecurity”. ** Subscribe and follow the podcast ** Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SharedSecurityPodcast Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sharedsecurity.bsky.social Follow us on Mastodon: https://infosec.exchange/@sharedsecurity Join us on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/SharedSecurityShow/ Visit our website: https://sharedsecurity.net Subscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://sharedsecurity.net/subscribe Sign-up for our email newsletter to receive updates about the podcast, contest announcements, and special offers from our sponsors: https://shared-security.beehiiv.com/subscribe Leave us a rating and review: https://ratethispodcast.com/sharedsecurity Contact us: https://sharedsecurity.net/contact The post Guarding AI Agents: Boundaries and Safeguards appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.

Irenaeus lived at a time when the church was being attacked from the outside by persecution and from the inside by false teaching.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany look at the life of Irenaeus, one of the early church's most important defenders of the gospel. Connected closely to the apostles through Polycarp, Irenaeus helped preserve apostolic teaching, confront the rise of Gnosticism, and guide the church with both truth and grace.Chapters:01:00 Who Was Irenaeus?Irenaeus was one of the most important Christian leaders of the second century. Closely connected to the apostles through Polycarp, his life is bridge between the New Testament church and the generations that followed.02:00 Asia Minor and the Early ChurchAsia Minor, located in what is now modern-day Turkey, played a major role in early church history03:30 Irenaeus' Connection to the Apostle JohnThe Apostle John taught Polycarp, Polycarp taught Irenaeus, placing Irenaeus only one generation removed from an eyewitness of Jesus Christ.05:00 Irenaeus in LyonAfter studying briefly in Rome, Irenaeus moved to Lyon in Gaul, modern-day France. There, he joined the leadership of a growing Christian congregation in one of the most important cities in Western Europe.07:30 Persecution in LyonWhile Irenaeus was away in Rome, severe persecution broke out against the Christians in Lyon. Nearly 50 believers were martyred, including Blandina, Sanctus, and the elderly bishop Pothinus.11:00 Irenaeus Becomes Bishop of LyonAfter returning from Rome, Irenaeus was chosen to replace Pothinus as bishop of Lyon. For the next 25 years, he shepherded the church, trained leaders, sent missionaries, and strengthened scattered congregations throughout the region.12:30 What Was Gnosticism?Gnosticism was one of the greatest challenges facing the early church. Many Gnostics believed that physical matter was evil, denied that Jesus truly became human, and claimed to possess secret knowledge unavailable to ordinary Christians.16:30 Irenaeus and Against HeresiesIrenaeus' most famous work, Against Heresies, exposed the errors of Gnostic teaching and defended the faith handed down from the apostles. His writings helped explain Christian doctrine clearly and earned him the title “the father of Christian theology.” 18:30 The Quartodeciman ControversyAnother major issue during Irenaeus' lifetime involved the timing of Easter. Rather than allowing a calendar disagreement to divide the church, Irenaeus urged believers to maintain fellowship where the gospel itself was not at stake.22:30 What Irenaeus Teaches Christians TodayStay rooted in apostolic truth, guard the gospel carefully, and pursue unity whenever possible. “Irenaeus fought fiercely for essential doctrines while showing remarkable charity to others in secondary matters.” - Pastor Jeff Cranston

ontext: Exposing the "Buttercup" Church, False Teachers, and the Truth About Biblical LoveEver notice how modern Christianity has fabricated a version of "love" where no one ever gets corrected, disciplined, or told they're out of line?In this video, Coach Shelby sits down—just four weeks out from his shoulder surgery and wearing his protective weight-room strap—to deliver a hard-hitting message on spiritual authority and biblical boundaries. Digging into the scrolls of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd John, Coach tackles how the modern church has grown lazy because we rely too heavily on chapter and verse numbers instead of reading the Bible in its true, raw context.John wasn't writing a generic letter; he was dealing with an aggressive group of false teachers who were splitting the early church by claiming Jesus never actually came in a real "dirt suit." Coach exposes the danger of these ancient doctrines and shows how they've manifested today in a "syrupy sweet" theology that refuses to protect the flock. Just like a good coach has to be tough on his athletes because he loves them, leadership in the body of Christ demands clear correction. We are commanded to guard our pulpits, our small groups, and even our homes from those who reject sound doctrine. It's time to stop letting the world dictate our standards, test the fruit of those who claim to lead, and step up to our spiritual responsibilities.Classroom Highlights:The Post-Surgery Reality: Why Coach is wearing his protective gear in the gym and the aggressive handshake that forced him to keep it on.Lazy Reading Habits: How relying on chapters and verses has caused believers to miss the original flow and intent of the authors.The Dirt-Suit Heresy: Breaking down the specific false teachers John was fighting who denied that Jesus came in a real human body.The Fabricated Love Trap: Why a theology with zero discipline, correction, or pain is a completely false representation of God's heart.Guarding the Teaching Circle: Why pastors, supervisors, and CEOs have an obligation to keep unvetted, fruit-free novices out of leadership roles.Scriptures Studied:2 John 1:10 – If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him.1 Corinthians 5:5 – Deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that his spirit may be saved.Proverbs 12:1 – Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.#WordTime #CoachShelby #1John #BiblicalContext #TestingTheSpirits #SoundDoctrine #FalseTeachers #ChurchLeadership #ToughLoveChapters0:00 - Intro: Tying 1st, 2nd, and 3rd John Together0:21 - The Lazy Reader Trap: Missing the Original Intent of the Scrolls0:52 - The Flesh-Suit Heresy: Exposing the Ancient Deception1:15 - Once Saved, Always Saved? Challenging Common Theories with Scripture3:38 - The License to Sin: The Dangerous Side-Effect of Bad Doctrine4:28 - 2 John 1:10: Setting Harsh Boundaries for Your Home and Pulpit5:00 - The Syrupy Sweet Lie: Why Fabricated Love Avoids Discipline6:15 - The Gym Story: Coach's 4-Week Post-Surgery Update7:08 - Following Paul's Example: Removing the Rot to Protect the Body7:39 - The Athlete Mindset: Why Good Coaches Correct the Kids They Love8:05 - Addressing the "Judge Not" Comments: Proverbs 12:1 Doesn't Mince Words9:05 - Gangrene in the Pinky: The Urgency of Cutting Out False Fellowship10:32 - Guarding the Teaching Circle: Why Every Saved Person Isn't a Leader11:39 - True Authority: How God Appoints the Messengers Who Carry His Word12:56 - Outro: Preparing the Unqualified for the Glory of Yeshua

Message from Alvin Litonjua on June 14, 2026

Second Epistle of Peter chapter 2 warns believers about false teachers who secretly introduce destructive teachings and exploit others for personal gain. Peter reminds the church that just as God judged rebellion in the past, He will also hold accountable those who distort the truth. Using examples such as the fallen angels, the flood in Noah's day, and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Peter demonstrates that God knows how to rescue the godly while bringing justice upon the wicked. The chapter calls believers to remain discerning, grounded in God's Word, and steadfast in following Christ rather than deceptive influences.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.“Thank you for listening to SendMe Radio — where we share the Gospel, inspire faith, and keep you connected with powerful stories and updates from around the world. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe so you never miss a message.And remember — you can listen to SendMe Radio streaming 24/7 at www.sendmeradio.net or simply say: ‘Hey Alexa, play SendMe Radio.'

What do you do with sinful memories of the past?

Pope Leo XIV just released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, on safeguarding the human person in the age of artificial intelligence — and Bishop Frank Caggiano walks through it in plain language. What is AI, really? Why does the Pope call this an “epochal moment”? And what's the difference between building “Babel” and rebuilding Jerusalem's wall? A clear, hopeful, sometimes funny guide to the document everyone's talking about. Plus a listener question on overcoming the fear of failure. Send yours to questions@veritascatholic.com Links Magnifica Humanitas Rerum Novarum Humanae Vitae Notes Email List  Support Veritas Other Veritas Shows The Tangent (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)  Let Me Be Frank with Bishop Frank Caggiano (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify) The Frontline With Joe & Joe (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify) White Collars (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)  Restless Catholic Young Adults: (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)   Daily Gospel Reflections (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)  (disclaimer: AI used for description, links, and show notes) 

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Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!emersonk78@me.comExcel Still More Journal - AmazonNew GENESIS Daily Bible Devotional!Daily Bible Devotional Series - AmazonTitle Sponsor: Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487Mathew Allen Article: "When The Tongues Isn't The Real Problem"Three Takeaways from the Article:1) The tongue reveals the wisdom we live by.2) Being right is not the same thing as being wise.3) Peacemaking is not weakness - it's the highest form of wisdom.And... three practical things to do this week:- Audit your most recent conflict- Start praying James 1:5 specifically- Become a farmer instead of a fighter

Get Up resumes with more on Knicks-Spurs game 3. What exactly can Mitch Johnson do to finally get Wemby the ball in the paint? Meanwhile - a sure to be raucous MSG crowd prepares for the arrival of Wemby, and the president... will this hectic environment actually work AGAINST the hometown Knicks? Then - Brunson blueprint? JB has struggled through two games, largely due to phenomenal defense from the Spurs young, tenacious guards. Will he break through tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A @Christadelphians Video: [Inspiring] **Thought-Provoking & Insightful Video Summary** Join **We**, the Christadelphians, as we dive into the **outstanding** and often overlooked topic of **Bible translators and diversity** in this **revealing** expositional study. Have you ever wondered why there are so many versions of the Bible? This session unpacks how translation committees—and their diverse backgrounds—profoundly shape the Scriptures we read today. We explore the **wonderful** advantages of committee translations (guarding against bias, considering many opinions, catching errors) alongside the challenges (majority rules, less consistency). Using vivid examples from Jonah and Micah, we see how even a single Hebrew word like *olam* can be translated differently, affecting our understanding of prophecy and the Messiah. This is a **must-watch** for anyone seeking a richer, more informed approach to Bible reading.**Chapters** 00:00 - Introduction: Why translators and diversity matter 02:05 - The committee's influence: Majority rules and what gets lost 04:30 - A personal translation experiment (Jonah 1:1-4) 07:10 - Comparing the KJV, NIV, ESV, and NASB on Micah 5:2 10:30 - The Hebrew word *olam*: “Forever” or “ancient times”? 12:50 - How the NIV translators handled Micah 5:2 (and the minority view) 14:30 - Advantages of translation committees (4 key benefits) 16:00 - Disadvantages of committees (less consistency, less freedom) 17:30 - Conclusion & next session: Guarding against bias through diversity**Bible Verse Category**

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Love without HypocrisyRomans 12:9-21June 7, 2026Main Point: God is glorified when His children love each other as He loves us.Loving without hypocrisy means:1. Guarding against that sin.2. Loving honestly.3. Loving as God loves.

In this episode of A Voice In The Darkness Podcast, Gwendolyn Fourté explores the biblical command to guard your heart and why it is essential for every believer's spiritual health.   Drawing from Proverbs 4:23, this message examines how our thoughts, relationships, influences, and daily choices impact our faith walk. In a world filled with distractions, temptations, and competing voices, Christians must learn how to protect their hearts while remaining sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit.   Whether you are seeking spiritual growth, biblical wisdom, stronger discernment, or a deeper relationship with God, this episode offers practical insights rooted in Scripture to help you stay grounded in your faith.   In this episode, you'll discover:   • What it means to guard your heart biblically • Why the heart is a primary battleground in spiritual warfare • How negative influences affect your walk with God • Practical ways to protect your faith, peace, and purpose • Biblical principles for maintaining spiritual discernment   Join Gwendolyn Fourté for this encouraging and thought-provoking conversation designed to strengthen believers and inspire a closer walk with Jesus Christ.   A Voice In The Darkness Podcast exists to enlighten, uplift, encourage, and empower listeners through biblical truth, spiritual wisdom, and faith-filled conversations.

Formed Before Sent: Guarding Intimacy With God in a Busy World

Welcome to today's Guided Prayer, where we invite you to find a quiet space to still your mind and body.  Guided Prayers are a daily 5–10 minute, intentionally created moment to slow down and meet with God—through scripture, reflection, and honest prayer.It's not a program you attend.It's a pathway you practice.A guided space where people can stop, breathe, and connect with Jesus—every single day.

What is the evidence of an unguarded heart?

In today's episode, we explore what it really looks like to protect the most important part of who you are. From what you consume, to where you focus your eyes, to the thoughts you allow to take root, and the rhythms you build into your life . . . guarding your heart isn't passive, it's intentional. This conversation gets practical about how leaders can stay grounded, focused, and healthy in a dangerous world, and why that matters more than ever.

When Conflict Feels Unsafe: How to Stay Open-Hearted Without Abandoning Yourself Have you ever known the “right” way to communicate, but in the heat of conflict, those tools seem to disappear? In this episode of Relationship Truth: Unfiltered, Leslie sits down with psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Kelly Flanagan to talk about what really happens inside of us when we get triggered—and how one small, sacred moment of choice can shift us from reactivity toward connection. Together, Leslie and Kelly explore why communication often breaks down within us before it breaks down between us, how to recognize when our hearts are closing, and why open-heartedness never means becoming a doormat. This conversation is especially meaningful for women navigating destructive, painful, or confusing relationships who want to grow in wisdom, courage, and Christlike strength without abandoning themselves.   Key Takeaways Communication Breaks Down Inside Us First Dr. Flanagan explains that many people already have communication skills, but when they feel threatened, hurt, or misunderstood, they “close the toolbox” right when they need it most. The real work is not just learning better words—it is learning to notice what is happening inside our bodies, hearts, and nervous systems when we become triggered. That moment of awareness creates a pause. And in that pause, we begin to recover our God-given agency to choose a different response. You Can Notice When Your Heart Starts to Close Kelly describes a triggered moment as a process: the nervous system activates, the heart begins to shift into protection mode, and then we make a quick, often unconscious choice about whether to close down or stay open. Leslie connects this with the biblical wisdom of Proverbs: “Above all else, guard your heart.” Guarding your heart does not mean hardening it. It means learning when to pause, when to regulate, and when to make wise choices about what you allow in and what you release. Open-Heartedness Does Not Mean Weak Boundaries One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is the distinction between an open heart and a lack of boundaries. Dr. Flanagan reminds listeners that the condition of your heart is an inner posture, while boundaries are outer actions. An open heart does not make your boundaries weaker—it makes them wiser. For women in destructive or emotionally unsafe relationships, this is crucial. Christlike love does not require self-abandonment, enabling, or pretending harm is not happening. Calm Yourself Before You Try to Connect Conflict escalates when we try to calm ourselves by controlling someone else's behavior. Kelly uses the illustration of a furnace: when the “control board” inside us is malfunctioning, we often try to change the weather outside instead of tending to what is happening inside. Before we can connect well, we must first regulate. That may mean taking a break, breathing, praying, going to another room, or simply saying, “I'm triggered right now, and I need a little time before I can respond well.” Your Growth Is Never Wasted Leslie and Kelly offer hope for the woman who has tried everything to get her husband to communicate better, become safer, or look at himself honestly. While you cannot control another person's choices, you can still do your own work. Even if the relationship does not heal the way you hoped, God does not waste your growth. As you become more whole, wise, and grounded, you are better equipped to make faithful, courageous decisions about what comes next. Dr. Kelly Flanagan is offering listeners a free video tutorial that walks through the nine-step process from his book, The Road Less Triggered, helping you begin moving from reactivity toward connection. To receive the resource, email: drkellybonus@gmail.com You will also be temporarily subscribed to his online community, The Less Triggered Tribe, with the option to unsubscribe at any time.   Friend, being triggered does not mean you are failing. It means something inside of you is asking for care, attention, and wisdom. You do not have to stay stuck in reactivity, fear, silence, or blame. With God's help, you can learn to pause, regulate, speak truth, set wise boundaries, and grow into a more whole version of yourself. You are not alone, and even in painful relationships, your healing and growth still matter.  

Your mind is too valuable to leave unprotected. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why guarding your mental energy is one of the most important disciplines in business and life. Let's be real… If you constantly allow negative people… Toxic clients… Complaining employees… And energy-draining conversations into your world… Your ambition will slowly start to bleed out. In this episode, you'll learn: Why negative energy is an active liability How toxic voices quietly drain your focus and confidence Why your inner circle must be curated with extreme intention How strong boundaries protect your peace, clarity, and execution The truth is simple: You are the average of the voices you allow into your mind. If the people around you constantly complain… Make excuses… Resent your ambition… Or bring problems without solutions… They are not harmless. They are costing you focus. They are costing you energy. They are costing you growth. High-level operators protect their mental real estate. They guard the gates. They remove the anchors. They surround themselves with engines. Because when you protect your peace… You protect your vision. And when you protect your vision… You execute at a completely different level. Lock the doors. Cut the noise. Elevate your circle. And keep leveling up. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do we keep falling into the same struggles? Drawing from Matthew 6:13, Sam explores how temptation works, why our desires matter, and how God helps us to overcome.

SHABBAT DAY LESSON — PROVERBS 4Teacher: Kerry BattleWHAT WE COVERProverbs 4 reveals the government of the heart.This chapter is not primarily about behavior.It is about rulership.This chapter exposes:wisdominstructionauthorityperceptionlightdarknessdesirethe heartthe pathThe chapter reveals how inward government eventually becomes outward direction.Instruction shapes.Wisdom governs.Retention preserves.Appetite reveals.Perception exposes.The heart rules.The path testifies.Instruction, Wisdom, and Government Proverbs 4:1–13The chapter begins with a father teaching a son.David instructed Solomon.Solomon instructs his son.This section reveals that instruction shapes judgment and wisdom must be crowned.Every heart is a throne looking for a king.Wisdom does not compete for a seat at the table.Wisdom demands the throne.Appetite, Perception, and Direction Proverbs 4:14–19Solomon warns against the path of the wicked.This section reveals how corruption matures.What is tolerated becomes familiar.What becomes familiar loses its danger.What loses its danger eventually gains access.Sin enters as a visitor.Returns as a guest.Stays as a resident.Rules as a master.The chapter teaches that appetite reveals hidden government.The righteous do not merely walk differently.They see differently.The wicked do not merely act differently.They perceive differently.Government determines perception before perception determines behavior.The greatest deception is not believing a lie.The greatest deception is learning to see through one.Guarding the Heart and Revealing the Ruler Proverbs 4:20–27The center of the chapter is:"Keep thy heart with all diligence."The throne is hidden.The river is visible.The mouth announces the ruler.The eyes pursue the ruler.The feet serve the ruler.The path becomes the testimony of the throne.By the time the path reveals a problem, the throne was captured long ago.WHY THIS MESSAGE MATTERSProverbs 4 teaches:instruction shapes judgmentwisdom governs directionretention preserves authorityappetite reveals allegianceperception determines behaviorthe heart governs the lifethe path reveals the rulerThis chapter destroys:self-ruleblind compromiseunchecked appetitessurface religionbehavior-only correctionAnd reveals:the battle for the heart is ultimately a battle for sight.SCRIPTURE REFERENCESProverbs 4Deuteronomy 6:6–7Deuteronomy 32:46Psalm 78:5–7Psalm 119:11Psalm 119:105Proverbs 2:1–6Proverbs 13:20Isaiah 5:20Jeremiah 17:9Matthew 12:34Luke 6:45James 1:22–25James 3Galatians 6:7–8Ezekiel 36:26ABOUT AHAVA ~ LOVE ASSEMBLYWe teach the pure Word of Yahuah. No religion. No traditions. No compromise.Teaching is established by Scripture only: line upon line, precept upon precept, with covenant understanding rooted in the text itself.SUPPORT THE WORK — GIVE VIA ZELLEZelle QR available at: ahavaloveministry.comZelle only.FINAL WORDEvery life is a kingdom.Every kingdom has a throne.Every throne has a ruler.Every ruler eventually becomes visible.The heart determines the ruler.The ruler determines perception.Perception determines direction.Direction determines path.Path reveals ruler.What sits upon the throne of the heart eventually rewrites reality in its own image.Guard the heart with all diligence, because whoever captures the heart eventually captures the life.FINAL HEART CHECKWho is ruling your heart?Who taught you to see?What appetite is revealing your ruler?What perception is quietly directing your path?What ruler is your life already revealing?

At this time, Missouri isn't joining other southern states in redrawing its congressional maps. But the demise of key Voting Rights Act protections is raising alarms among Black elected officials in the St. Louis-based 1st Congressional District.

In day 138 of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues exploring the Gate of Slander in Orchos Tzaddikim, focusing on the fifth dimension: speaking negatively about a Ba'al Teshuvah (penitent). He explains the profound spiritual transformation that occurs through genuine repentance — past sins are not merely forgiven but actually converted into merits. Therefore, reminding a penitent of their former wrongdoings is especially grave, as it mocks what have now become mitzvahs.Rabbi Wolbe stresses the importance of giving others the benefit of the doubt, not publicizing private sins, and judging favorably. He shares a powerful personal story of his own momentary lapse and immediate teshuvah, as well as a story about a rabbi who assumed a diabetic had eaten non-kosher food out of medical necessity. The class highlights how destructive it is to rob someone of their dignity and honor, and notes that true Lashon Hara (factually accurate negative speech) is often more damaging than false slander because it is more readily believed._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on January 26, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 27, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #lashonhara, #guardyourtongue, #chofetzchaim, #Slander, #Gossip, #ShmirasHaLashon, #teshuvah, #judgefavorably, #dignity, #powerofspeech, #repentance ★ Support this podcast ★

In Episode 188 of the Mark Price For 3 Podcast, we take a look at the Cavs series vs the Knicks. While we are disappointed, we are guarded which leads into the faith segment. Be careful with your words. Check out The Rivalry Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you listen to Podcasts! Visit Rivalpod.com for more behind the scene access! Download for iPhone and Android or stream at riverradio.com

In day 138 of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues exploring the Gate of Slander in Orchos Tzaddikim, focusing on the fifth dimension: speaking negatively about a Ba'al Teshuvah (penitent). He explains the profound spiritual transformation that occurs through genuine repentance — past sins are not merely forgiven but actually converted into merits. Therefore, reminding a penitent of their former wrongdoings is especially grave, as it mocks what have now become mitzvahs.Rabbi Wolbe stresses the importance of giving others the benefit of the doubt, not publicizing private sins, and judging favorably. He shares a powerful personal story of his own momentary lapse and immediate teshuvah, as well as a story about a rabbi who assumed a diabetic had eaten non-kosher food out of medical necessity. The class highlights how destructive it is to rob someone of their dignity and honor, and notes that true Lashon Hara (factually accurate negative speech) is often more damaging than false slander because it is more readily believed._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on January 26, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 27, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #lashonhara, #guardyourtongue, #chofetzchaim, #Slander, #Gossip, #ShmirasHaLashon, #teshuvah, #judgefavorably, #dignity, #powerofspeech, #repentance ★ Support this podcast ★

The greatest return on investment is not just money. It is peace at home. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down the ultimate dividend every entrepreneur should be working toward: protecting the homefront. Let's be real… If you build the empire… Make the money… Win in the market… But your family only gets the exhausted version of you… You missed the entire point. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your family must remain the anchor behind every major business move How to separate CEO mode from husband and father mode Why true provision means creating peace, not just income How systems, teams, and automation help you buy back presence at home The truth is simple: The business is not the mission. The business is the vehicle. The mission is the people you are building it for. Your wife. Your kids. Your home. Your legacy. Money matters. Freedom matters. Growth matters. But none of it matters if the people you love only get your leftovers. The real win is building a business that creates enough income, structure, and freedom for you to actually be present. Turn the phone off. Guard the front door. Protect your peace. Because the empire is supposed to serve your family… Not replace them. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Australian friend Brett Lee-Price recently published a timely article about China’s need for solid theology, and what some Australians are doing about it. I’ve been meaning to share this for a few months now, and today felt like the time after meeting with Brett on Monday during a whirlwind week down under. I'm your China travel guide in exile, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share a new Chinese city to pray for every single day. Feel free to email anytime: chinacompass @ privacyport.com. Check out PrayGiveGo.us for everything else, incl. Patreon, Substack & books… The Memoirs of William Milne (PrayGiveGo.us) The Autobiography of John G. Paton (JohnGPaton.com) Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary (BordenofYale.com) Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China (Unbeaten.vip) Tulip Publishing https://tulippublishing.com.au/ The Word is Not Bound: Guarding the Church in China https://reformata.org.au/2026/02/12/the-word-is-not-bound-guarding-the-church-in-china/ Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe & leave a review on your preferred podcast platform! And don’t forget to visit PrayGiveGo.us for books + Heb. 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

As we continue our BESO Live series, we start by answering a question about hearing God's voice through dreams and how to discern what's from Him. Then we dive into a conversation about staying pure and faithful through every stage of relationships—dating, waiting, and marriage.