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Generosity requires a willingness to sacrifice. Today we dove into this idea and what it practically means for us as followers of Jesus.
Today we continue our series on cultivating generosity and discovered why generosity works and how it protects us from living a wasted life.
Today, we shifted gears from marriage to generosity. Generosity as a lifestyle starts with how we view our actions in light of who Jesus is—birthed from a place of worship in everything we do and say. We will look at the lives of Mary of Bethany and her sister Martha, and learn from their actions about what biblical generosity means and how it can express itself in our lives!
Michael interviews Brad Hambrick and Matias Casco discussing ABC initiatives to expand Spanish-language biblical counseling training. Casco, a Honduran living in the Dominican Republic and serving at Santiago Theological Seminary, explains that a 2022 church survey revealed most churches lacked counseling ministries, prompting a one-year, six-module program on key topics like family, marriage, addictions, suffering, and ethics, graduating about 250 students from multiple countries. The seminary is now partnering with ABC to translate Equip to Counsel and related resources into Spanish and provide certification, scholarships, and digital access worldwide, supported by a $100,000 fundraising goal. They announce an August 21–22 kickoff conference in Santo Domingo at Pastor Miguel Núñez's church on “mental health/living with a renewed mind,” featuring Ed Welch, Hambrick, Beth Broome, and Núñez, available for virtual co-hosting.00:00 Conference Wrap Up01:17 Meet Matias Casco02:00 Counseling Needs in DR03:38 How Brad Connected06:02 Designing Church Training08:52 Digital Access Expansion11:31 Funding the Vision13:49 August Conference Launch17:02 How to Register17:59 Final Thanks and AppealEpisode MentionsHelp us translate ETC into Spanish - Donate Oasis Conference Matais talked about - Register Seminario Teologico de Santiago - Seminary information
Marriage matters to God. Marriage matters to the enemy. Marriage matters to everyone influenced by a marriage: husband, wife, kids, parents, friends, neighbors, and more. The question we have to ask ourselves as Jesus followers is simple: Do we actually know what it means to be in a “Christian marriage”? This week, we will look at marriage from a biblical perspective and explore practical steps we can take to have a strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriage. For those who are not married, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Everything we will discuss about marriage is foundational for every friendship and relationship you are in.
Marriage matters to God. Marriage matters to the enemy. Marriage matters to everyone influenced by a marriage: husband, wife, kids, parents, friends, neighbors, and more. The question we have to ask ourselves as Jesus followers is simple: Do we actually know what it means to be in a “Christian marriage”? Over the next two weeks, we will look at marriage from a biblical perspective and explore practical steps we can take to have a strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriage. For those who are not married, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Everything we will discuss about marriage is foundational for every friendship and relationship you are in.
Marriage matters to God. Marriage matters to the enemy. Marriage matters to everyone influenced by a marriage: husband, wife, kids, parents, friends, neighbors, and more. The question we have to ask ourselves as Jesus followers is simple: Do we actually know what it means to be in a “Christian marriage”? Over the next two weeks, we will look at marriage from a biblical perspective and explore practical steps we can take to have a strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriage. For those who are not married, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Everything we will discuss about marriage is foundational for every friendship and relationship you are in.
Marriage matters to God. Marriage matters to the enemy. Marriage matters to everyone influenced by a marriage: husband, wife, kids, parents, friends, neighbors, and more. The question we have to ask ourselves as Jesus followers is simple: Do we actually know what it means to be in a “Christian marriage”? Over the next three weeks, we will look at marriage from a biblical perspective and explore practical steps we can take to have a strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriage. For those who are not married, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Everything we will discuss about marriage is foundational for every friendship and relationship you are in.
Marriage matters to God. Marriage matters to the enemy. Marriage matters to everyone influenced by a marriage: husband, wife, kids, parents, friends, neighbors, and more. The question we have to ask ourselves as Jesus followers is simple: Do we actually know what it means to be in a “Christian marriage”? Over the next three weeks, we will look at marriage from a biblical perspective and explore practical steps we can take to have a strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriage. For those who are not married, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Everything we will discuss about marriage is foundational for every friendship and relationship you are in.
Halftime isn't the end of the game—it's the moment to pause, evaluate, refocus, and prepare for what's next. Whether you're in a season of waiting, facing unexpected setbacks, or wondering what God is doing, He often uses the "halftime" moments of life to develop your character before He reveals your calling.In Genesis 39:20–22, Joseph finds himself in prison despite his faithfulness, yet even there, God's favor remained upon him. Proverbs 3:5–6 reminds us to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and not lean on our own understanding. And in 1 Thessalonians 5:23, we're encouraged to allow God to sanctify every part of our lives—spirit, soul, and body—as He prepares us for His purpose.This message, “Halftime,” is a reminder that God is still working, even when life feels like it's on pause. The waiting season is often the training season.
Today we end our series in 1 Peter by focusing on three takeaways that define the end of Peter’s letter in chapter 5: Our responsibility in suffering, the reality of our spiritual enemy, and the reality of God’s enabling grace. All three had the power to shape the season of suffering his audience was experiencing. And when these three truths are awakened in us, they can shape our seasons of suffering as well!
Today we end our series in 1 Peter by focusing on three takeaways that define the end of Peter’s letter in chapter 5: Our responsibility in suffering, the reality of our spiritual enemy, and the reality of God’s enabling grace. All three had the power to shape the season of suffering his audience was experiencing. And when these three truths are awakened in us, they can shape our seasons of suffering as well!
Today, Steve and Stephen sat down for a Father’s Day Q&A. They discussed what parenting, fatherhood, and manhood look like from a biblical perspective. Stephen represented fathers starting the race well, while Steve will represented fathers finishing the race well.
Today, Steve and Stephen will sat down for a Father’s Day Q&A. They discussed what parenting, fatherhood, and manhood look like from a biblical perspective. Stephen represented fathers starting the race well, while Steve will represented fathers finishing the race well.
When we are struggling, is it better to face it alone or with support from the people who love us and know us best? The answer may seem obvious, but when life gets hard, it can be easy to isolate—and isolation can become dangerous. Today, we looked at Peter’s call for believers to enter into community, engage with the family of Jesus, and offer support to one another in times of hardship and suffering. This kind of life together is one of the greatest gifts Jesus has given us.
When we are struggling, is it better to face it alone or with support from the people who love us and know us best? The answer may seem obvious, but when life gets hard, it can be easy to isolate—and isolation can become dangerous. Today, we looked at Peter’s call for believers to enter into community, engage with the family of Jesus, and offer support to one another in times of hardship and suffering. This kind of life together is one of the greatest gifts Jesus has given us.
Today, we continued our journey through 1 Peter, focusing on the powerful truth of redemptive suffering: the reality that God never wastes a single thing we go through. We dove deep into who God is in the midst of our trials and discovered how He actively commits to fight for us!
Today, we continued our journey through 1 Peter, focusing on the powerful truth of redemptive suffering: the reality that God never wastes a single thing we go through. We dove deep into who God is in the midst of our trials and discovered how He actively commits to fight for us!
Today, we continued our journey through 1 Peter, focusing on the powerful truth of redemptive suffering: the reality that God never wastes a single thing we go through. We dove deep into who God is in the midst of our trials and discovered how He actively commits to fight for us!
A 2025 article co-authored by our guest today, sought to answer two critical questions:Are exceptional performers at young ages and at later peak performance age largely the same individuals? AndDo predictors of young exceptional performance also predict later exceptional peak performance?So what is the answer? And what might this mean for high performance across multiple domains?To explore this further I am joined by Arne Güllich, professor of sports science at RPTU Kaiserslautern and a leading expert in the area of high performance across multiple domains.The article discussed in the interview - Güllich, A., Barth, M., Hambrick, D. Z., & Macnamara, B. N. (2025). Recent discoveries on the acquisition of the highest levels of human performance. Science, 390(6779), eadt7790 – is available here: https://www.science.org/doi/pdf/10.1126/science.adt7790?casa_token=LEiJ0xrLHyYAAAAA:9z8cEG-j4nKmTHPiktfip2Afu55JH1OrEW0nISxPTvoWTl2BP0MITOk3egB5tekbOUwdryyrBMMq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For years, women have had one line from the First Epistle of Peter used against them: “Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands.” But what did Peter actually mean? What did he say just a few verses later to husbands? And was this passage only about marriage—or was Peter pointing to something bigger about how God’s Kingdom moves through a hostile world?
For years, women have had one line from the First Epistle of Peter used against them: “Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands.” But what did Peter actually mean? What did he say just a few verses later to husbands? And was this passage only about marriage—or was Peter pointing to something bigger about how God’s Kingdom moves through a hostile world?
In this episode of the What In The Duck Podcast, host Oliver Peck (Ink Master, Elm Street Tattoo) sits down with tattoo artist Sam Hambrick from Historic Custom Tattoo in New Jersey.The guys dive deep into the reality of modern tattooing, what it takes to run a high-caliber shop, and the unique culture of hosting guest artists from around the world. Sam shares the rich history behind Historic Custom Tattoo, while Oliver brings his decades of industry insight to discuss the evolution of body piercing and tattoo culture. Whether you are heavily tattooed or just love the culture, this unfiltered industry talk is one you cannot miss.Sam Hambrick:Historic Custom TattooInstagramOliver Peck:Email your questions...whatintheduckpodcast@gmail.comCAMEOYouTube RumbleInstagramFacebookTwitter Website SpotifyWITD Sponsors:Elm Street TattooAnchor Screen PrintingCheap Thrills Clothing BrandYellow Rose CanyonDream Machines of Texas Legacy Ink email: Legacyartsupplies@gmail.comWITD Podcast is produced by: Audra Cabral & John Niederkorn Sound / Video by: Courtney Larkins
Today is Mother’s Day, and we are excited to celebrate and honor the women in our lives who mother in so many different ways—adoptive moms, foster moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, biological moms, and spiritual moms. Together, we reflected on the kind of love that marks their lives: sacrificial, steady, and deeply committed—the same love Jesus modeled for us on the cross. Our hope is that as we recognize and thank the women who have shaped us, we will all be challenged to live with that same kind of selfless love.
Today is Mother’s Day, and we are excited to celebrate and honor the women in our lives who mother in so many different ways—adoptive moms, foster moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, biological moms, and spiritual moms. Together, we reflected on the kind of love that marks their lives: sacrificial, steady, and deeply committed—the same love Jesus modeled for us on the cross. Our hope is that as we recognize and thank the women who have shaped us, we will all be challenged to live with that same kind of selfless love.
Today, we dove into 1 Peter 2. In it, we will see Peter once again encouraging his readers who are facing hardships in their own homes and challenging them to fulfill the call to love their neighbors. But he gives them a new message as well—one that will unite them with Jesus in a way that will change their view of themselves and their calling!
Today, we dove into 1 Peter 2. In it, we will see Peter once again encouraging his readers who are facing hardships in their own homes and challenging them to fulfill the call to love their neighbors. But he gives them a new message as well—one that will unite them with Jesus in a way that will change their view of themselves and their calling!
Today, we took our next step in 1 Peter as we closed out the first chapter, looking at the command to “Be holy.” It is a big ask from Peter, but one that was important for his readers to listen to and obey. We dived in to discuss what it meant for them and what it means for us today. It may not mean what you think! Come find out!
Today, we took our next step in 1 Peter as we closed out the first chapter, looking at the command to “Be holy.” It is a big ask from Peter, but one that was important for his readers to listen to and obey. We dived in to discuss what it meant for them and what it means for us today. It may not mean what you think! Come find out!
Confidence and consistency are not built by pressure alone. They come from feeling supported, having a sense of choice, and actually enjoying the process. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast I sit down with Myia Hambrick to talk about her journey from athlete to coach and what truly helps athletes thrive.Myia is a former standout at Louisiana State University gymnastics and now an assistant coach at University of Utah gymnastics. She shares how one key factor shaped her success: choice. Gymnastics was always something she wanted to do, not something she felt forced into. That freedom helped her stay motivated and confident, even during challenges.We also talk about fun. When Myia briefly explored elite gymnastics, it stopped being enjoyable, and she chose a different path. That decision led her to thrive in college. Now as a coach, she emphasizes that fun is not separate from success. It fuels it.Another key takeaway is identity outside the sport. Myia had interests, friendships, and support beyond gymnastics, which helped her stay grounded. This made it easier to handle setbacks without losing confidence.We also explore confidence and consistency. They build each other. Athletes perform better when they feel confident, and confidence grows through preparation, trust, and positive reinforcement.In this episode you will hearHow choice builds confident athletes Why fun drives performance How identity outside sport supports resilience Why confidence and consistency are connectedIn this episode, Myia Hambrick shares simple but powerful ways to help athletes perform at their best while still enjoying the journey.Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com
Peter makes an interesting and powerful statement in his letter to the churches that fills me with wonder. He says, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” That phrase, “born again to a living hope,” is filled with power and meaning and is worth diving into! Today we started a short series where we will break down the meaning of this statement, how Peter applies it to the entirety of his letter, and discuss what it means for us today.
Peter makes an interesting and powerful statement in his letter to the churches that fills me with wonder. He says, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” That phrase, “born again to a living hope,” is filled with power and meaning and is worth diving into! Today we started a short series where we will break down the meaning of this statement, how Peter applies it to the entirety of his letter, and discuss what it means for us today.
After showing Thomas His scars, Jesus speaks beyond the moment—toward us. Thomas saw and believed, but Jesus celebrates those who trust without seeing. That’s faith. Today we looked at what it means to live that kind of faith—not just for salvation, but in our everyday lives. Come be part of it.
After showing Thomas His scars, Jesus speaks beyond the moment—toward us. Thomas saw and believed, but Jesus celebrates those who trust without seeing. That’s faith. Today we looked at what it means to live that kind of faith—not just for salvation, but in our everyday lives. Come be part of it.
The resurrection shows us that Jesus is not distant from our pain—He moves toward it. Wherever hope has been crushed and trials have overwhelmed us, He brings new life and real victory. Today we looked at Mary Magdalene and saw how Jesus met her in her darkest moment—when hope felt completely gone—and restored it in a way she never expected. If you’re walking through something heavy, this is a space to be encouraged. A reminder that even in your darkest places, resurrection is not far off—and hope may be closer than you think.
The resurrection shows us that Jesus is not distant from our pain—He moves toward it. Wherever hope has been crushed and trials have overwhelmed us, He brings new life and real victory. Today we looked at Mary Magdalene and saw how Jesus met her in her darkest moment—when hope felt completely gone—and restored it in a way she never expected. If you’re walking through something heavy, this is a space to be encouraged. A reminder that even in your darkest places, resurrection is not far off—and hope may be closer than you think.
Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, and the crowds celebrated—hopeful and convinced He was the long-awaited Savior of Israel. But what began as celebration quickly turned. By the end of the week, it led to betrayal and the death of Jesus. From hope… to hope lost. Today, we’ll talk about what it feels like when hope slips through our hands—and how we can still find Jesus in the middle of it.
Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, and the crowds celebrated—hopeful and convinced He was the long-awaited Savior of Israel. But what began as celebration quickly turned. By the end of the week, it led to betrayal and the death of Jesus. From hope… to hope lost. Today, we’ll talk about what it feels like when hope slips through our hands—and how we can still find Jesus in the middle of it.
Michael previews a 2026 “Understanding Emotions” track with track leader Brad Hambrick, focused on anger, bitterness, and pride. Hambrick shares his roles as pastor of counseling at The Summit Church and assistant professor at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and introduces the track team: Jeremy Pierre, Shannon MCCoy, and Andrew Dealy. The track aims to provide deep, practical biblical theology, emphasize how sinful emotions distort good God-given purposes, and help counselors cultivate self-awareness in those who deny their struggles. Session topics include Pierre on flesh and spirit and how distortions occur; Dealy on counseling pride and developing humble confidence; Hambrick on recognizing sinful anger and pursuing “constructive displeasure of mercy”; MCCoy on identifying bitterness and moving toward healthy lament; and a concluding Pierre-led discussion with possible audience questions. 00:00 Podcast Welcome01:03 Meet Brad Hambrick02:49 Why This Emotions Track03:02 Anger Pride Bitterness Framework04:46 Session Lineup Overview07:01 Conference Details and WrapEpisode MentionsResister Now
Today marks the final Sunday before Passion Week. As we near the end of Lent, we’ll focus on the nature of “waiting” on the Lord in this season and how we can respond to it. If you’re in a season of waiting for God’s movement in your life, you don't want to miss this message!
Today marks the final Sunday before Passion Week. As we near the end of Lent, we’ll focus on the nature of “waiting” on the Lord in this season and how we can respond to it. If you’re in a season of waiting for God’s movement in your life, you don't want to miss this message!
Today, we took our next step in the journey of Lent. Lent is not simply a season on the church calendar; it is an invitation to slow down, clear away the distractions of life, and refocus our hearts on what matters most: loving Jesus above all things. In a world full of noise and competing priorities, as that love grows, something else begins to change as well—sin loses its appeal. The more we treasure God, the less we desire the things that pull us away from Him. Today we will spend time focusing on that kind of love—learning to love God so deeply that turning away from sin becomes the natural overflow of a heart captivated by Him.
Today, we took our next step in the journey of Lent. Lent is not simply a season on the church calendar; it is an invitation to slow down, clear away the distractions of life, and refocus our hearts on what matters most: loving Jesus above all things. In a world full of noise and competing priorities, as that love grows, something else begins to change as well—sin loses its appeal. The more we treasure God, the less we desire the things that pull us away from Him. Today we will spend time focusing on that kind of love—learning to love God so deeply that turning away from sin becomes the natural overflow of a heart captivated by Him.
Today we continued our journey through Lent as we focused on the gift of repentance. Repentance is one of those church words that preachers have used for years that can sometimes feel heavy or overwhelming, and at times it can feel that way. But when practiced daily, repentance can bring life to us in a way few other things can. Today we talked about what repentance really means and how it can become a life-giving practice in each of our lives.
Today we continued our journey through Lent as we focused on the gift of repentance. Repentance is one of those church words that preachers have used for years that can sometimes feel heavy or overwhelming, and at times it can feel that way. But when practiced daily, repentance can bring life to us in a way few other things can. Today we talked about what repentance really means and how it can become a life-giving practice in each of our lives.
Today we continued our journey through Lent as we focused on the gift of repentance. Repentance is one of those church words that preachers have used for years that can sometimes feel heavy or overwhelming, and at times it can feel that way. But when practiced daily, repentance can bring life to us in a way few other things can. Today we talked about what repentance really means and how it can become a life-giving practice in each of our lives.
Today's message explores the powerful difference between remorse and true repentance. We looked at how a right understanding of Christ’s love and His finished work on the cross frees us to run to Him—not hide—when we stumble. Discover how knowing that He loved us first, even at our worst, releases us from performance-driven faith and draws us into a transforming friendship with Him.
Today's message explores the powerful difference between remorse and true repentance. We looked at how a right understanding of Christ’s love and His finished work on the cross frees us to run to Him—not hide—when we stumble. Discover how knowing that He loved us first, even at our worst, releases us from performance-driven faith and draws us into a transforming friendship with Him.
Today we finished up our “New Thing” series. We looked at one of the most profound “New Things” from the Old Testament that is mirrored in the New Testament. We also looked at Jeremiah 31 and Hebrews 8 and at what the New Covenant means for us today!