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Psalm 88,O Lord, God of my salvation, I cry out day and night before you.2 Let my prayer come before you; incline your ear to my cry!3 For my soul is full of troubles, and my life draws near to Sheol.4 I am counted among those who go down to the pit; I am a man who has no strength,5 like one set loose among the dead, like the slain that lie in the grave,like those whom you remember no more, for they are cut off from your hand.6 You have put me in the depths of the pit, in the regions dark and deep.7 Your wrath lies heavy upon me, and you overwhelm me with all your waves. Selah8 You have caused my companions to shun me; you have made me a horror to them.I am shut in so that I cannot escape;9 my eye grows dim through sorrow.Every day I call upon you, O Lord; I spread out my hands to you.10 Do you work wonders for the dead? Do the departed rise up to praise you? Selah11 Is your steadfast love declared in the grave, or your faithfulness in Abaddon?12 Are your wonders known in the darkness, or your righteousness in the land of forgetfulness?13 But I, O Lord, cry to you; in the morning my prayer comes before you.14 O Lord, why do you cast my soul away? Why do you hide your face from me?15 Afflicted and close to death from my youth up, I suffer your terrors; I am helpless.16 Your wrath has swept over me; your dreadful assaults destroy me.17 They surround me like a flood all day long; they close in on me together.18 You have caused my beloved and my friend to shun me; my companions have become darkness.Psalm 88 is similar to many other psalms in that first, it's a prayer, and second, it's a lament — the psalmist is struggling. We see this often in the psalms. But Psalm 88 is dissimilar to other psalms — or really, it's unlike any other psalm in that it has no resolution. Other psalms will feature moments of disorientation and darkness, but by the last verse, they spring forward, they bounce back, they recite hope. But that's not the case in Psalm 88. The very last verse, where we're expecting the light to break through, says, verse 18:“You have caused my beloved and my friend to shun me; my companions have become darkness.” We can see it there on the page in verse 18. Darkness literally gets the last word in Psalm 88, which is why this psalm has been called “the saddest psalm of the Psalter.”It's uncomfortable to read; it's uncomfortable to preach; it's uncomfortable to listen to, but here we are this morning, and I want to know: Why does God give us Psalm 88?Now, we know the answer to that question is because somehow it's good for us. By God's grace, he loves us and he's committed to our everlasting good in Christ — we know that's true and that's where we should start any time we ask “why” about anything: God is good. He loves you. And he's sovereign. So a better question might be: Why is Psalm 88 good for us? In God's wisdom and love, why do we need Psalm 88?I think there are three reasons. We're going to look at each one, but first let's pray again and ask God for help.Father in heaven, by your grace we are here with your Word open before us, and we ask for your help. We reject any assumptions that there's nothing here for us, and we reject any pretense that thinks we can gain anything from you in our own strength. Our souls are needy and you must feed us. Do that, please, in Jesus's name, amen. The first reason we need Psalm 88 …1. Soul trouble is a real experience in Christian life.We don't know the historical details behind this psalm. The superscript tells us that it's from a son of Korah named Heman the Ezrahite — and there are a couple different “Hemans” in the Old Testament; we're not 100% sure which one this is, but he's not to be confused with He-Man, the cartoon from the 1980s. This is Heman the psalmist, but beyond that, we don't know much about what's going on. We don't know of a certain event he's responding to. And that's on purpose.It's important for us to see that the trouble in Psalm 88 is not an external physical enemy, but it's personal and spiritual … and the thing with personal, spiritual trouble is that it can happen anywhere at any time — in the Middle East in 600BC or here, today — and it can happen for all kinds of reasons, some that make sense and others that make no sense.In Need of a CategoryThe fact is it's trouble. The psalmist says in verse 3,“My soul is full of troubles.”And we can understand that … he has a troubled soul. Soul trouble. And this a category we need. There is such a thing as a condition of soul that's like being on the edge of the grave, he says in verse 3. He uses lots metaphors to describe the experience …Verse 4:“I am counted among those who go down to the pit, I am a man who has no strength.”To paraphrase him, he's saying, I've been betted against and drained of life, verse 4. I'm like a zombie and useless — discarded with the dead, verse 5. I'm forgotten and forsaken by God, verse 6.And this is the psalm. You heard it read. It's this kind of talking pretty much the whole way through, and it just goes from bad to worse, to finally darkness. This is soul trouble — it's a condition.Or, it's what some have called “spiritual depression.” That's the title that Martyn Lloyd-Jones gave it back in the 1960s (the word “depression” was not used back then like it is today). But he explained it as an experience in the Christian life when you're in a prolonged state of spiritual discouragement, heaviness, or lack of joy — and not because of some sin, but it just is. This experience has also been called “the dark night of the soul.” Or also “divine absence.”They're all talking about the same thing. It's an experience of intense spiritual dryness, disorientation, and darkness — it's when God has permitted himself to seem far from you.We need a category for this. So call it what you want — “spiritual depression” or “dark night of the soul” or “divine absence” — I'm calling it soul trouble (to use the words of verse 3). But the main thing is that you know it's a thing. It's a real experience in the Christian life, and some of you know about it all too well because you've been there … or you are there now. And we don't like to be there. We don't want to be here. But we can't just make it stop. Others Have Been There, TooWell, first thing we all should know about this experience is that when you find yourself there, you're not alone and it's not uncommon. Historically, we have lots of examples of past saints who've been there.Charles Spurgeon spoke openly of his own soul trouble. In 1858, he preached a sermon to his church titled, “The Christian's Heaviness and Rejoicing,” and in that sermon he said, I was lying upon my couch during this last week, and my spirits were sunken so low that I could weep by the hour like a child, and yet I knew not what I wept for …He battled this all throughout his ministry. Spurgeon can help us. But personally, I've been most helped by John Bunyan, another Baptist ancestor and pastor. Bunyan lived in the 1600s but we can read him today, and he talks about his struggles openly in his autobiography. He called his experience “many turnings and goings” upon his heart. That's another way to say Ups and downs. Back and forth. I want to read to you an extended quote from Bunyan, and it's in Old English, so hang with me (it's printed in the handout if you want to follow). He writes this: I have wondered much at this one thing, that though God doth visit my soul with never so blessed a discovery of himself, yet I have found again, that such hours have attended me afterwards, that I have been in my spirit so filled with darkness, that I could not so much as once conceive what that God and that comfort was with which I have been refreshed.I have sometimes seen more in a line of the Bible than I could well tell how to stand under, and yet at another time the whole Bible hath been to me as dry as a stick; or rather, my heart hath been so dead and dry unto it, that I could not conceive the least dram of refreshment, though I have looked it all over.Do you hear him? His Christian life is like a roller coaster. He sees and then he can't see. He has affections and then no affections. Rivers of refreshment; dry as a desert. And it doesn't make sense. You ever been there before?Brothers and sisters, you're not alone. As the Word of God!We can read about the experiences of past saints, but even better than that, God gave us Psalm 88. We can read the experience here as the word of God. We can walk with this psalmist as he's in the darkest part of the valley. Verse 7:“Your wrath lies heavy upon me, and you overwhelm me with all your waves.”You've isolated me, verse 8. I'm shunned.I pray to you every day but you don't listen. Why do you reject me? Why are you hiding from me?I'm overwhelmed. I'm exhausted. I'm being destroyed and I can't get a break. I'm in the dark.Soul trouble. That's what this is. And we need Psalm 88 because soul trouble is a real experience in the Christian life. God gave us this psalm so that we know what to do with it.That's the second reason we need Psalm 88.2. We learn to take our soul trouble to God. Okay, so Psalm 88 is bleak and despairing at face-value, but when we look closer, we can see that it's not without hope, and that's because of the most obvious fact of this psalm: it is a prayer. Which means, everything that is said here is said to God. Look at this with me, verse 1: “O Yahweh, God of my salvation, I cry out day and night before you. Let my prayer come before you; incline your ear to my cry!”Verse 9: “Every day I call upon you, O Yahweh; I spread out my hands to you.”Verse 13:“But I, O Yahweh, cry to you; in the morning my prayer comes before you.”Do see that? You, you, you! The psalmist is bringing his soul trouble to God even as he knows that God is the one in control of it. The God We Can TrustThat's the amazing thing of the very first line in verse 1. He starts this whole psalm with, “O Yahweh, God of my salvation.”Now why is that important? It's that he addresses God by his covenant name, Yahweh. The name “Yahweh” is the name that God revealed to Moses (and the people of Israel) as the grounds by which he can be trusted. This revelation is one of the highest moments in all the Bible. It is Exodus 34, on Mount Sinai: God passed before Moses and proclaimed his name:“Yahweh, Yahweh, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness…”God proclaimed himself to be the God who is there, and who is there to save. He is the present, saving God — Yahweh. That's his name! That's who he is! He is the present, saving God even when we can't see, even when we may not feel it. The psalmist acknowledges this reality right from the start. He's in the dark, but even in the dark he comes to the God of promise, the God of covenant faithfulness, the God of his salvation. That's what it means to call God by his name, “Yahweh” — which he does in verse 1, verse 9, and verse 13.The psalmist feels forgotten, but he has not forgotten who to tell it to. Verses 1, 9, and 13 frame this psalm. He's saying, Yahweh, I'm a mess, look at me. This is where I am. I'm a mess, but I'm your mess … And I'm coming to you. We are taught here to do the same thing. Three Possible ScenariosThere are really three possible scenarios we could be in. Track with me here:1. The best scenario — this is not to have soul trouble — this is when God is close and clear. It's what John Bunyan was talking about when he said “God doth visit my soul with blessed discoveries of himself.” We read the Bible and we can see! And we're mainly thankful! Don't you want that? It is “heaven on earth” (that's what the Puritan Thomas Brooks called it). It's the best scenario.2. The worst scenario — this is to have soul trouble, to feel all the things Psalm 88 feels, but it's to run away from God. It's to abandon God, reject God, refuse to pray. That is “hell on earth.” God, keep us from that. It's the worst scenario.So there's the best scenario and the worst scenario, and Psalm 88 is neither of those. So what is it?3. It's the second-best scenario. It's to have the soul trouble, but to bring the soul trouble to the God who ‘feels' far away. It's to call him by his name, Yahweh, the God of my salvation. It's to say, I'm a mess, but I'm your mess. It's not the best place to be, but it's the second-best place to be, and sometimes God calls us to second best.Part of Our Vocab?And again, in terms of a category, this is one that I want us to have in our church. I think it's a big problem in the local church when everyone pretends like they're in the best scenario when they're not. Everybody we see, we say, “Hey, how are you?” And it's constantly, “Great! Great! Great!” I want us all to know: we don't have to say “great” if it's not great. But then what do we say? If it's not great and somebody asks you, “Hey, how are you?” You can say, “I'm doing second-best.”Could we make that part of our vocabulary?If we're doing second-best, let's tell one another, and help one another. God loves you right there, in that valley, in second-best. He loves you. He is the God of your salvation. Take your soul trouble to him. Psalm 88 shows us how to do that.Third reason God gives us this psalm …3. Jesus has endured the darkness for us.The Book of Psalms overall is meant to be a guide for our worship. The psalms model for us how to live the life of real faith with all its ups and downs, turnings and goings. And it's amazing how we can identify with such an ancient text. We forget sometimes that this was written thousands of years ago. And yet, we can read it and we get where the writers are coming from. That's astounding. We have an ancient faith, and the psalms are for our faith. But the psalms are not about us and our faith. The psalms are mainly about the Messiah. Some psalms are more overt here than others, but every psalm, taken in context, is meant to point us to Jesus. The same goes for Psalm 88.And I think that becomes clearer the more we slow down and hear what the psalmist is saying. As dark as our own situation might be, there are parts of Psalm 88 that stretch beyond our experience. Wait, It's Not That DarkAs it turns out, I ran into my own soul trouble this past week. True story. I didn't cry for an hour like a child, like Spurgeon did, but I hit a snag, I was spinning my wheels for a bit, and providentially, I'm in Psalm 88. But the more I meditated on it, I was like, Yeah, I'm not there. It's not that dark. And I think we all have to say that by the time we get to verse 7. This is one we need to see together. Can everybody find verse 7? If you don't have a Bible, we'd love to give you one, but for now look on with a neighbor if you need to. We all need to see verse 7,“Your wrath lies heavy upon me, and you overwhelm me with all your waves. Selah”Now notice he doesn't say, “It feels like your wrath is upon me.” No, he says, “Your wrath” — ḥēmāh, your fury, your rage — “your wrath lies heavy upon me.” And I read that this week and said, I've never been there. Some of us in this room have been in some really dark places, but none of us have ever been there. When you get to Psalm 88, verse 7 — the wrath of God heavy upon me — you read that and realize: there's only one person who's ever been there and lived to talk to about it. His name is Jesus. And look, he went there for you. We can say, he went there for me.He Went There For YouHe went there, to that ultimate place of darkness, and he suffered that wrath, so that we don't have to. Which means: as dark as it might get for you, you can remember that Jesus has already gone there and beyond there — on the darkest of days, from a hill called the Skull, after he cried forsaken, after he said It was finished, after they sealed the tomb with a stone, he went there, to the grave where his companions became darkness … but then he looked Death in the face and he said You're done. … And he left. He got up.He was raised in death-defeating, indestructible life which he has right now, for you, where you are. You might feel alone, but you are not alone. He will never leave you. He will never forsake you. Jesus is not afraid of the dark, and because of him we don't have to be either. Praise him! Praise him! What a Savior!Jesus, thank you for your great love for us. And thank you that the proof of your love is in your wounds. We know that you've not abandoned us. You've not forgotten us. But you're here with us always and you hold us even when we hurt. And we can't see. You've got us. We praise you, Jesus. We praise you.
In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Blake Fischer, the creator and host of The Homeless Conservative podcast. Blake describes himself as a constitutional conservative who feels politically "homeless" in today's climate. They dive deep into politics, faith, and media, all while challenging ideological silos in an engaging and candid conversation. Blake shares his unique political journey, from growing up in Oklahoma and getting involved in politics at an early age to becoming a musician touring the country in a punk-rock band. His experiences shape his political perspective, emphasizing constitutional principles, independent thinking, and holding both sides accountable.
In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Blake Fischer, the creator and host of The Homeless Conservative podcast. Blake describes himself as a constitutional conservative who feels politically "homeless" in today's climate. They dive deep into politics, faith, and media, all while challenging ideological silos in an engaging and candid conversation. Blake shares his unique political journey, from growing up in Oklahoma and getting involved in politics at an early age to becoming a musician touring the country in a punk-rock band. His experiences shape his political perspective, emphasizing constitutional principles, independent thinking, and holding both sides accountable.
Send Wilk a text with your feedback!Bridging Racial Divides Through Mutual Accountability and UnityJoining me today is Dr. George Yancey, a distinguished sociologist, professor at Baylor University, and the author of Beyond Racial Division. George is also another of our esteemed members of the ProHuman foundation Board of Advisors. Dr. Yancey's work is both refreshing and deeply needed. While so much of the current conversation around race is polarized—whether it's the call for colorblindness or the push for anti-racism—he critiques these approaches for their shortcomings. Instead, he advocates for something radically different: mutual accountability, genuine dialogue, and active listening. His Christian-based model for race relations offers practical steps to foster understanding and unity while humanizing, rather than stigmatizing, individuals.In Beyond Racial Division, Dr. Yancey challenges us to confront the complexities of race without falling into the traps of identity politics or reinforcing division. He emphasizes that finding common ground is valuable, but it's not always necessary for meaningful connection. It's about creating better conversations, not just louder ones.Dr. Yancey's work aligns closely with the mission of organizations like the Pro Human Foundation, which is committed to promoting unity and a pro-human message. As someone deeply invested in bringing people together, I can't wait to unpack his insights and explore how we can all play a role in bridging divides.TakeawaysGeorge Yancey's work focuses on bridging divides in society.His book 'Beyond Racial Division' offers practical steps for addressing racial issues.Colorblindness ignores the realities of racial discrimination.Anti-racism can create a backlash and reinforce division.Mutual accountability is essential for effective dialogue.Active listening is crucial for understanding differing perspectives.Conversations should aim to humanize rather than stigmatize individuals.Identity politics can negatively impact well-being.Finding common ground is important, but not always necessary.Organizations like the Pro Human Foundation play a vital role in promoting unity.Learn more about and connect with George YaWhat have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you've got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or directly from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. Not on social media? You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our site's contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact If you would like to support the show, you're welcome to DONATE or shop Amazon by going through our Support Us page and I'll earn through qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I look forward to hearing from you!
Send us a textSee them first and reach out and connect to my ministry and help me to continue to make and share great FREE Biblical content by supporting my ministry at | PatreonEpisode Notes: Edmund Burke and the Conservatism of Order and Virtue.Welcome to this week's special bonus episode, where I walk and talk my musing on the thoughts of Edmund Burke and his seminal work, "Reflections on the Revolution in France" from 1790. Navigating Burke's non-linear prose and archaic language can be a challenge, but the journey reveals some useful insights into conservatism, morality, and societal order. Recorded live at Lytham Hall in Lancashire on a walk and talk with my Labrador "Ella" around the grounds and gardens of this lovely manor house built at the same time Burke first became an elected member of the British Parliament.Contents:Burke's Background and Influences:Born in 1729 in Dublin, Burke's upbringing, with a Protestant father and Catholic mother, shaped his diverse perspective. Initially involved in law, he later embraced literature and philosophy, catching the attention of literary giant Samuel Johnson. His foray into national politics in the 1760s marked the beginning of a three-decade career in the House of Commons.Key Ideas from "Reflections on the Revolution in France" (1790):Burke's critique of the French Revolution centered on its perceived destruction of societal fabric and traditional institutions, notably the mistreatment of the Church. His famous quote, "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing," underscores individual moral responsibility against wrongdoing.Burke's Conservatism:Although Burke never explicitly used the term "conservative" in his time, his principles became foundational for modern conservatism. HReligious and Moral Foundations:Burke's worldview was deeply rooted in a divine order, viewing history as the unfolding of God's will. He saw religion as a source of moral strength and emphasized the role of traditions in shaping character and guiding behaviour.Skepticism Towards Ambitious Schemes:Burke's skepticism extended to ambitious government plans, as seen in his critique of the French Revolution's pursuit of a uniform system. He valued the English system, emphasizing its finely tuned rights and balanced evolution across centuries.Consent of the Governed and Living Contract:Contrary to Locke and Hobbes, Burke dismissed the idea of starting politically from scratch. He viewed society as a living contract inherited from ancestors, emphasizing the responsibility to preserve this heritage for future generations. Burke's criticism of the French Revolution went beyond politics; it reflected his belief in the flawed nature of humans. His Christian perspective valued the preservation of moral and social traditions, aligning with the notion of original sin.Burke's Caution on the idea of Freedom:Burke cautioned against unrestrained freedom, emphasizing the need for order, stability, and shared values. His skepticism toward unbridled free speech reflects a nuanced understanding of the delicate balance between individual liberties and societal order. As I muse on Burke's ideas, I think they offer some valuable insights into the ongoing debates on governance, tradition, and societal evolution. His emphasis on praSupport the showJeremy McCandless is creating podcasts and devotional resources | PatreonHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com
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Guy Martin started his career in construction the summer he turned 13. Working with his dad, Frank Martin, he grew up watching him work hard and build things really well. He always knew that he wanted to run the company one day, and today, he is the President of Martin-Harris Construction. The 48-year-old company employs over 300 people in Nevada and builds everything except for single-family detached residential and on-strip hospitality. His Christian faith serves as the foundation not just for his life, but his corporate success. Kindness, gratitude, love and faith are the backbone of Guy's drive to build community, lead future generations, and do more with what he was given. With a forty-year career in general construction under his belt, Guy worked his way up through “every department but accounting.” Now that he runs the place, his business plan is simple: have fun, make money, and the order is important.
Welcome to part 2 of our 4-part Politics & Faith series on how to approach this election season without losing your mind (or your soul)! Just as a reminder, throughout this series, you'll hear from different voices across the political spectrum. Today's episode features former staff member for President Obama, Michael Wear. During his time working in the White House, Wear directed faith outreach for President Obama's historic 2012 re-election campaign and was one of the youngest White House staffers in modern American history, leading evangelical outreach and helping manage the White House's engagement on religious and values issues, including adoption and anti-human trafficking efforts.Michael is a leading thinker at the intersection of politics and faith. His Christian approach to politics can be boiled down to this: politics is a forum for loving your neighbor.As a part of this foundational belief, Michael says the kind of person you are in politics is just the kind of person you are… and if that truth hurts, it may be time to reevaluate the way you behave (especially if you are a Jesus follower)!We hope this series provides helpful wisdom and tools for navigating the upcoming election season with grace and hope!Grab a copy of Michael's book: The Spirit of our PoliticsListen to Part 1 of the Politics & Faith series with NewsNation political contributor Denise Gitsham here.Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode: Vern Eide & Generous CoffeeVern Eide Mitsubishhi is a growing employee-owned company that offers sales, service, and financing of automotive, motorcycle, and power sports lines, including Acura, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Honda, Hyundai and Mitsubishi brands. Whether you live locally or across the country, visit verneide.comGenerous Coffee sells some of the best coffee in the world AND 100% of profits are donated to nonprofit organizations that are fighting injustice facing humans around the world. You can find out more (including purchasing in bulk) at generousmovement.com Subscribe to The Conversation on YouTube and watch the full interview with Michael: youtube.com/@adamaweber Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew
Attention Sports Fans!Sports are Jeff Gilbert's passion. What started as a hobby of cutting out sports stories from newspapers and magazines and crafting his own narrative for each story has blossomed into a thrilling career as the beat reporter for the Ohio State Buckeyes football team and assistant professor of journalism at Cedarville University.In this week's Cedarville Stories Podcast, Jeff steps up to the plate to share his journey of painting word pictures to tell stories from the gridiron, basketball court, baseball fields — and much more.His secret to writing compelling stories has been his curiosity — always being fascinated with asking unique questions that leads the reader past the obvious and into some behind-the-scenes information. In fact, Jeff believes the greatest attribute of a gifted journalist is their curiosity, something that he developed through his 20-year journalism career.Jeff's approach isn't just about the game; it's about capturing the pulse of the crowd, the heartbeat of the athletes, and the spirit of the moment. His Christian worldview infuses his work, adding a dimension that elevates his storytelling to new heights.Whether diving into his passion with the Buckeyes, covering local athletes, or looking for stories that bring a person's faith in Jesus to light, Jeff's reporting is a slam dunk.Join us as we step into the press box with Jeff Gilbert on this week's Cedarville Stories Podcast.https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c03183bhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJpft56F5Gg
I am Just Joe No Title, by the guidance and direction of the Holy Ghost, giving a message about God having Abaham's back, and also has all His Christian's back.
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 502 | New Thing Series — Part 57 | “Peter's Breakfast - Part 2” | Malcolm Cox Introduction A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.' We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the life of the Apostle Peter. Today we explore Peter's breakfast. “He said to him the third time, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go.” (He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, “Follow me.”” (John 21:17-19 NRSV) Peter's breakfast - The conversation is difficult - Peter repeats himself - Peter feels hurt by the responses of Jesus - Jesus is not afraid to hurt his friend - Jesus expresses faith and hope in Peter For Reflection Peter could have continued with the mission without this healing, but it would have been a hollow ministry fuelled by guilt and shame attempting to make up for his mistakes by hard work - a man-centred motivation. But Jesus wanted him to have joy. There is no joy in self-redemption. Or he could have allowed himself to fill up with despair. His Christian life then would be characterised by pessimism and a culture of negativity (disguised as a cross-focussed attitude). Again, no joy. Do you believe that Jesus wants you to experience joy in following him? Self-denial and joy do not cancel each other out. When we are serving Jesus because we love him, the experience of being a Christian is wholeheartedly positive, even though at times punctuated by lament and sorrow. Why not take some time today to pray about finding the link between self-denial and joy? Conclusion I hope you find your heart, your life, your congregation and your world inspired by God doing a new thing. Until tomorrow, take care, and God bless. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 502 | New Thing Series — Part 57 | “Peter's Breakfast - Part 2” | Malcolm Cox Introduction A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.' We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the life of the Apostle Peter. Today we explore Peter's breakfast. “He said to him the third time, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go.” (He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, “Follow me.”” (John 21:17-19 NRSV) Peter's breakfast The conversation is difficult Peter repeats himself Peter feels hurt by the responses of Jesus Jesus is not afraid to hurt his friend Jesus expresses faith and hope in Peter For Reflection Peter could have continued with the mission without this healing, but it would have been a hollow ministry fuelled by guilt and shame attempting to make up for his mistakes by hard work - a man-centred motivation. But Jesus wanted him to have joy. There is no joy in self-redemption. Or he could have allowed himself to fill up with despair. His Christian life then would be characterised by pessimism and a culture of negativity (disguised as a cross-focussed attitude). Again, no joy. Do you believe that Jesus wants you to experience joy in following him? Self-denial and joy do not cancel each other out. When we are serving Jesus because we love him, the experience of being a Christian is wholeheartedly positive, even though at times punctuated by lament and sorrow. Why not take some time today to pray about finding the link between self-denial and joy? Conclusion I hope you find your heart, your life, your congregation and your world inspired by God doing a new thing. Until tomorrow, take care, and God bless. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 502 | New Thing Series — Part 57 | “Peter's Breakfast - Part 2” | Malcolm Cox Introduction A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.' We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the life of the Apostle Peter. Today we explore Peter's breakfast. “He said to him the third time, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go.” (He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, “Follow me.”” (John 21:17-19 NRSV) Peter's breakfast The conversation is difficult Peter repeats himself Peter feels hurt by the responses of Jesus Jesus is not afraid to hurt his friend Jesus expresses faith and hope in Peter For Reflection Peter could have continued with the mission without this healing, but it would have been a hollow ministry fuelled by guilt and shame attempting to make up for his mistakes by hard work - a man-centred motivation. But Jesus wanted him to have joy. There is no joy in self-redemption. Or he could have allowed himself to fill up with despair. His Christian life then would be characterised by pessimism and a culture of negativity (disguised as a cross-focussed attitude). Again, no joy. Do you believe that Jesus wants you to experience joy in following him? Self-denial and joy do not cancel each other out. When we are serving Jesus because we love him, the experience of being a Christian is wholeheartedly positive, even though at times punctuated by lament and sorrow. Why not take some time today to pray about finding the link between self-denial and joy? Conclusion I hope you find your heart, your life, your congregation and your world inspired by God doing a new thing. Until tomorrow, take care, and God bless. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Catch RSR's Best of 2023 Bloopers! Watch Fred & Doug, and occasional guest host Ryan Williams, flub some lines or just having fun behind the scenes during show production. This show is available on YouTube only. Be sure to watch until the end credits for a tribute to the RSR staff. This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Debatable Evolutionary Biology: Watch Sal Debate the lowest order of all "scientists", (and we're sure he's a fine and decent man, Dan, the evolutionary biologist)! Keeping Up with the Joneses: Hear the breaking news regarding the implosion of evolutionary theory because of gene loss, (from the world of population genetics)! Pick Up a Fellow Worker's Book: Be sure to pick up a copy of John Sanford's ground breaking book "Genetic Entropy!." High End Reading List: Pick up a copy, (or two!) of the $1,000.00 book for which William Basener, Salvador Cordova, Ola Hössjer, and John Sanford contributed the chapter: Dynamical Systems and Fitness Maximization in Evolutionary Biology!
Catch RSR's Best of 2023 Bloopers! Watch Fred & Doug, and occasional guest host Ryan Williams, flub some lines or just having fun behind the scenes during show production. This show is only available on RSR's YouTube Channel. Be sure to watch until the end credits for a tribute to the RSR staff. This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Debatable Evolutionary Biology: Watch Sal Debate the lowest order of all "scientists", (and we're sure he's a fine and decent man, Dan, the evolutionary biologist)! Keeping Up with the Joneses: Hear the breaking news regarding the implosion of evolutionary theory because of gene loss, (from the world of population genetics)! Pick Up a Fellow Worker's Book: Be sure to pick up a copy of John Sanford's ground breaking book "Genetic Entropy!." High End Reading List: Pick up a copy, (or two!) of the $1,000.00 book for which William Basener, Salvador Cordova, Ola Hössjer, and John Sanford contributed the chapter: Dynamical Systems and Fitness Maximization in Evolutionary Biology!
EPISODE SUMMARY: We've all had our fair share of struggles, but few of us have stared into the abyss of addiction and lived to tell the tale. Join us as we journey through the life of former chef and recovering alcoholic, Steve Moby-Leitch, whose remarkable tale of resilience has left us in awe. He takes us from the depths of addiction to the heights of the English Channel, sharing how he plunged into the cold, unforgiving waters, and in doing so, found the strength to overcome his personal demons. Steve's story is one of transformation and rebirth. He opens up about his struggle with alcoholism, and his journey of self-discovery, which led him to leave behind the restaurant industry. He also shares how his spiritual formation helped him find comfort in not fitting in. Further, he takes us through his extraordinary swim across the English Channel, an experience that pushed him to his limits, both physically and mentally, and ultimately changed the course of his life. As we close the curtain on our conversation, Steve's passion for the sober revolution and his commitment to giving back to the community shines through. He discusses his fundraising efforts, particularly for foster families and mental health counseling for foster children. Plus, he shares his own experiences as a coach guiding others to unlock their entrepreneurial spirit. We guarantee you'll walk away from this conversation moved by Steve's unflinching honesty, his resilience, and his ability to inspire change. Join us for this extraordinary journey of personal growth, resilience, and the power of change. STEVE'S BIO: Steve Leitch, affectionately known as "Moby," hails from the historic charm of Edinburgh, Scotland, but now calls Taylors, South Carolina home. At the heart of his world is his wife, Kelly, and their large, blended family. Steve's sanctuary has always been the water, leading to a passion for ultra-marathon swimming, a testament to human endurance. His Christian faith is a guiding light, adding depth to his narrative. Overcoming addiction and celebrating over 12 years of sobriety has shaped his mission to help others. Steve's purpose-driven swims raise funds for long-term sober living facilities and mental health counseling services, especially for the foster community. The "Swim the Seven Oceans Challenge" in March 2025 is his next quest, offering visually stunning landscapes and suspenseful storytelling, perfect for episodic content. Beyond financial legacies, Steve focuses on active legacy-building through his daily commitment to creating meaningful change. His life story is one of resilience, faith, and unwavering dedication to positive transformation, offering a captivating narrative to inspire a diverse global audience. GET IN TOUCH WITH STEVE: www.Stevemobyleitch.com info@stevemobyleitch.com https://www.youtube.com/@steveMobyLeitch https://www.facebook.com/steve.a.leitch https://www.facebook.com/SteveMobyLeitch EPISODE CHAPTERS: (0:00:13) - Rebuilding Lives After Addiction Steve shares his story of addiction, sobriety, identity, and framework for staying sober in Greenville, SC. (0:12:00) - Journey of Sobriety and Self-Discovery I faced addiction, found sobriety, embraced not fitting in, and celebrated without drinking. (0:25:44) - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Strength Steve shares his journey of addiction to sobriety, faith, family, and his 12-hour, 54-minute swim across the English Channel, emphasizing the importance of no parental pressures and recognizing beauty in difficult moments. (0:30:18) - Personal Growth and Resilience Power I share my experience kayaking the English Channel, testing physical and mental strength, facing chaos and controlling emotions, and providing resources. (0:41:15) - Excitement for Sober Revolution and Fundraising Steve shares his journey from addiction to sobriety, kayaking the English Channel, fundraising for foster families, coaching and speaking to help people, and the sober revolution.
This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Engineering Biology: 1/3 of engineers are graduating into careers in biology because the skill set fits the necessary analysis of God's amazing engineering. Evolution Fairy Tale: See the website that helped Sal Cordova realize that the story of evolution was never even fit for children's story time. Trading Genesis: Sal laments the state of Cristian Academia regarding creation and real science. Survival of the Sickest? Find out how some of the greatest minds in medicine are left explaining that humanity needs disease. Encode Ends Evolution: Hear Sal's insights on the ongoing destruction of evolutionary theory being wrought by the ENCODE project. The Eye of the Beholder: Sal and Fred connect information science, engineering and genetic dots describing, (for example) the incredible design of the human eye. Redefining Fitness: Hear how the publications of leading evolutionary biologists prove their uselessness to anything save further documenting the absurdity of their field. Alu, Transcriptones, and the End of the Argument: While evolutionary biologists tend to view genetic hardware and data as junk, engineers see it for what it is - memory storage units and computer code!
This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Engineering Biology: 1/3 of engineers are graduating into careers in biology because the skill set fits the necessary analysis of God's amazing engineering. Evolution Fairy Tale: See the website that helped Sal Cordova realize that the story of evolution was never even fit for children's story time. Trading Genesis: Sal laments the state of Cristian Academia regarding creation and real science. Survival of the Sickest? Find out how some of the greatest minds in medicine are left explaining that humanity needs disease. Encode Ends Evolution: Hear Sal's insights on the ongoing destruction of evolutionary theory being wrought by the ENCODE project. The Eye of the Beholder: Sal and Fred connect information science, engineering and genetic dots describing, (for example) the incredible design of the human eye. Redefining Fitness: Hear how the publications of leading evolutionary biologists prove their uselessness to anything save further documenting the absurdity of their field. Alu, Transcriptones, and the End of the Argument: While evolutionary biologists tend to view genetic hardware and data as junk, engineers see it for what it is - memory storage units and computer code!
This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Debatable Evolutionary Biology: Watch Sal Debate the lowest order of all "scientists", (and we're sure he's a fine and decent man, Dan, the evolutionary biologist)! Keeping Up with the Joneses: Hear the breaking news regarding the implosion of evolutionary theory because of gene loss, (from the world of population genetics)! Pick Up a Fellow Worker's Book: Be sure to pick up a copy of John Sanford's ground breaking book "Genetic Entropy!." High End Reading List: Pick up a copy, (or two!) of the $1,000.00 book for which William Basener, Salvador Cordova, Ola Hössjer, and John Sanford contributed the chapter: Dynamical Systems and Fitness Maximization in Evolutionary Biology!
This week Fred and Doug welcome scientist and creation researcher Sal Cordova, a bio-molecular physics researcher. He has published with the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Springer/Nature, Oxford University Press, and Creation Research Society Quarterly. His Christian testimony, life story, and advocacy of Intelligent Design (ID) appeared in the journal Nature. He was featured on national TV, radio, magazines and in the 2008 motion picture "Expelled". He presently holds five degrees: an MS in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins, a BS in Computer Science, BS Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music, BS in Mathematics with a minor in Physics, an unaccredited MS equivalent in Biology. Sal is presently preparing to enter a doctoral program in Engineering, and graduated Dulles Aviation flight school. He was a senior engineer and scientist in the aerospace and defense industry at MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Research and Engineering) and Army Night Vision Labs. He worked for Cornell genetic engineer John C. Sanford in areas of population genetics and protein biology. Debatable Evolutionary Biology: Watch Sal Debate the lowest order of all "scientists", (and we're sure he's a fine and decent man, Dan, the evolutionary biologist)! Keeping Up with the Joneses: Hear the breaking news regarding the implosion of evolutionary theory because of gene loss, (from the world of population genetics)! Pick Up a Fellow Worker's Book: Be sure to pick up a copy of John Sanford's ground breaking book "Genetic Entropy!." High End Reading List: Pick up a copy, (or two!) of the $1,000.00 book for which William Basener, Salvador Cordova, Ola Hössjer, and John Sanford contributed the chapter: Dynamical Systems and Fitness Maximization in Evolutionary Biology!
Have you ever heard these myths about implementing systems and processes for greater efficiency? Myth 1: It's too time-consuming and complicated. Myth 2: It stifles creativity and innovation. Myth 3: It's only for large organizations. In this episode, our guest Josh Fonger will debunk these myths and reveal the truth about the importance of implementing systems and processes for greater efficiency."Without knowing what the bullseye is, you don't know whether it's working for you or not. You need to set a standard and define what success looks like, so you can determine if your systems are helping you get there or not." - Josh Fonger Access all show and episode resources HEREAbout Our Guest:Meet Josh Fonger - a dynamic force in the world of business performance architecture. Known for his innovative approach to simplifying and systemising processes, Josh helps business owners unlock remarkable growth. With rich experience across more than 300 industries, he has guided over 1,000 clients to overcome the chaos of daily operations, particularly when time, resources and money have reached a critical point. His Christian faith imbues his approach with integrity and purpose, serving as a reminder that order can indeed be birthed from chaos. Reasons to Listen:Identify tactics to maximizing individual and business productivity through effective time management strategies.Discover the crucial role of implementing systems and processes for achieving maximum efficiency.Realize the value of delegation in magnifying productivity and leveraging one's strengths.Understand the importance of prioritization in accomplishing successful time management.Recognize the benefits of creating white space and stillness for overall wellbeing.Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - The Visionary Leader, The conversation starts with discussing the role of a visionary leader in a company. It is suggested that when the visionary is not constantly present in the office, the company can actually grow more because they disrupt things less and the machine runs better with fewer adjustments.00:08:04 - The Type of Work, Josh Fonger explains that his work as a consultant and coach is not specific to any particular industry. He helps leaders, business owners, and organizational leaders who have maxed out on their time, resources, and money. His focus is on helping them systemize their business for growth.00:09:54 - Working with Different Organizations, While Josh Fonger mainly works with smaller companies, he also assists larger organizations in fine-tuning their structures and managing their systems. The trigger point for seeking his help is often when key employees leave, or there are significant changes such as divorce or death in a family business.00:12:05 - Preferred Client Size, While Josh Fonger prefers to work with the leader or head of an organization, he doesn't turn down clients based on size. However, he acknowledges that the implementation process may vary depending on the stage and size of the company.00:23:45 - The Importance of Systems, Josh Fonger highlights the significance of systems in business and how they allow organizations to scale and grow. He emphasizes that systems help eliminate chaos, reduce stress, and enable businesses to function smoothly even when00:14:33 - The Tension Between Visionaries and Systematizers, This chapter explores the tension between visionaries and systematizers in a business setting. Visionaries thrive on new ideas and lack of structure, while systematizers love checklists and organization. The challenge lies in finding a balance between the two and allowing each person to play their role...
On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Matt Brugner, Founder of Stewardship Partners, LLC. Located in Dallas, Texas, USA, Stewardship Partners, LLC is a traditional search fund seeking to acquire one business and steward it into its next phase of growth. The fund is backed with capital from a handful of committed capital funds, family offices, and entrepreneurs. Stewardship Partners, LLC is looking to acquire a vertical B2B software business (bootstrapped or lightly funded, $2-$10mm of ARR) or vertical B2B tech-enabled services business ($5-$40mm of Revenue) in the US. They are a great fit for founders who care deeply about their culture, values, and people AND are ready to take chips off the table and bring in a new operator. Matt is a passionate, values-driven leader who founded Stewardship Partners to acquire, lead, and grow one exceptional business. His Christian faith drives his passion to serve others as a leader and investor. Matt was proudly born in Texas and grew up in St. Louis, MO. He attended Baylor University, where he majored in entrepreneurship and finance. During school, Matt launched a student housing business, Student Property Group. After Baylor, he joined the Goldman Sachs Private Bank, originating debt for some of the most successful entrepreneurs and private equity funds in the US and Europe. Prior to founding Stewardship Partners, Matt completed his MBA at Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management with a focus on Entrepreneurship through Acquisition (“ETA”). Matt talks about his unique investment model centered on values informed by his faith. Matt focuses on vertical markets and values-based businesses, looking for B2B SaaS companies emphasizing growth, profitability, and criticality to end-users as key criteria. He highlights the importance of fit and relationships between the entrepreneur and the buyer in the search fund model. Visit Stewardship Partners, LLC at , and on . Reach out to Matt at , and on _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: Check out our other podcasts here: For Investors check out: For Startups check out: For eGuides check out: For upcoming Events, check out For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .
Hello Interactors,Who would've thought that R.E.M.'s hit tune "Stand" held the secrets to Western spatial thinking? This week I break it down for you. From Aristotle's "Stand in the place where you live" to Newton's "Carry a compass to help you along," it's like they were dropping knowledge bombs all along! So next time you get this '80s hit stuck in your head, remember, you're getting a crash course in geographic philosophy. Rock on!As interactors, you're special individuals self-selected to be a part of an evolutionary journey. You're also members of an attentive community so I welcome your participation.Please leave your comments below or email me directly.Now let's go…IT'S FIXEDR.E.M.'s 1988 hit single, Stand, starts with this chorus:Stand in the place where you liveNow face northThink about directionWonder why you haven't beforeNow stand in the place where you wereNow face westThink about the place where you liveWonder why you haven't beforeFollowed by this verse:If you are confused, check with the sunCarry a compass to help you alongYour feet are going to be on the groundYour head is there to move you aroundWithout knowing it, they outlined what one researcher regards as the complete set of Western thought on space and place. In 1996, history and philosophy of geography professor Michael Curry identified just four distinct, but relational, notions of space that emerged two thousand years ago but continue to shape Western thought today.Curry's four main categories of space provide a framework for understanding different conceptualizations of space. These notions have influenced philosophical and scientific perspectives on space throughout history. Here they are:1. Static, Hierarchical, and Concrete Space (Aristotle 384-322 BC):This notion of space was influenced by Aristotle. It suggests objects and events have their natural places within the world. Aristotle associated the elements of earth, air, fire, and water with their respective natural places – a rock falls back to earth, water finds its way back to water, air flows to air, and fire moves upwards.This perspective views space as fixed and objects, and their elements, as being in specific positions within it. Curry reminds us that despite what modern science may say about the atomic structures and behavior of the world, we can see – as Aristotle did – that a bubble rises through water to find air like a frightened toddler running to their mother. And even with the best throw, there's no separating a rock from its mother earth. Aristotle embraced a qualitative notion of science, informed by what he perceived to be true. Even when we may know we're deceived. For example, we have to remind ourselves that the earth is not fixed and the sun does not set, even though it appears to be true.Aristotle's notion of space remained in Europe throughout the Middle Ages and guided all thought and action. But even though this Aristotelian common-sense view of the world can be seen even today, Curry notes that in 1277 the Church did its part to stamp it out. The Catholic church's passing of Condemnation of 1277 aimed at eradicating Aristotelian teachings. The Church also embraced mathematics in the Middle Ages, though later challenged advances in math that conflicted with religious doctrine, recognizing its truth, contribution to education, and sensing the economic and intellectual power it wielded.As the Enlightenment awoke, and with it the rise of Church-backed European geopolitical power, a more exacting view of space emerged. Surveying was ripped from the Roman ages and with it the gridding of land for political, economical, and military organizing and domination.Then, in the mid to late 1600s, Descartes further quantified space by marrying elements of algebra to geometry imbued with Christian religiosity. He, and the Church, preached – like Plato did – that this model of mathematical certainty is the bases of all knowledge. So, while the common sense, observational, and qualitative views of Aristotle are still with us today, they don't have nearly the influence over science Cartesian approaches do. Which leads us to Curry's second big influence on our notion of space.2. Absolute Grid Space (Newton 1642-1727):The second notion of space is most often associated with Isaac Newton. This conceptualization of space is influenced by Descartes and views space as an absolute grid. In this view, space is considered an infinite and independent entity within which objects exist and events occur. It is a framework where positions, distances, and directions can be precisely defined, a fixed reference frame allows for the measurement and calculation of an object's position and movement. Curry reminds us that Newton is largely regarded as a secular contributor to science, but like Descartes his work is riddled with religious overtones.His Christian view of space as infinite and eternal, where objects and motion are the work of an omnipresent God, are found in his 1686 Fundamental Principles of Natural Philosophy. He says God“is eternal and infinite, omnipotent and omniscient…He endures forever and is everywhere present. He is omnipresent not virtually only but also substantially…In him are all things contained and moved, yet neither affects the other; God suffers nothing from the motion of bodies, bodies find no resistance from the omnipresence of God.”But Newton's voice and influence was not alone. Which gets us to number three.IT'S ALL RELATIVE3. Relational Space (Leibniz 1646-1716):The third notion of space was influenced by Newton's contemporary Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz. He argued for a relational understanding of space. While adopting the scientific outlook of Newton, Leibniz attacked Newton's absolutist approach tinged with Christian orthodoxy. Whereas Newton rejected the senses, as they may deceive God's power and will, Leibniz emphasized the importance of considering how we sense relationships among objects and events. Because our eyes (with the help of our brain) can sense objects moving relative to one another, Leibniz argued space is fundamentally defined by these relationships. The positions and properties of objects are interdependent. This relational view highlights the dynamic and interconnected nature of spatial relationships that comes from motion of one object relative to another.This notion of spatial relationships, that some objects appear to move in absolute space while others remain stationary has echoes of both Descartes and Newton but without metaphysical religiosity. It also embraces elements of a human-centeredness that culminates in unique and individual spatial perceptions. This opened the door to number four.4. Imposed Form Space (Kant 1724-1804):The last notion of space, associated with the philosopher Immanuel Kant, challenges the previous perspectives by positing that space is something imposed on the world by humans. Kant argued that space is not an inherent quality of the external world but rather a framework through which humans perceive and organize their experiences. In this view, space is a subjective construct that shapes our understanding of the world.Kant very much believed in Descartes and Newton's mathematical truths in how to describe the world and how objects behave, but in his 1781 Critique of Pure Reason he questioned what we can really know about the world given it's all skewed by our perceptions. Curry recalls that Kant himself regard this shift in thinking as a ‘Copernican Revolution'. Just as Copernicus reoriented the universe by centering planets around the sun, Kant believed his critique of reason shifts the center of knowledge from what was thought to be known to the perception of the knower. He observed that even though something can be shown to be mathematically true, like gravity, we can't see gravity. We can calculate wind speed, but we can't see what caused the air to move. Kant's revolution opened the door for radical alternatives to describing the world, including the discovery of non-Euclidean geometry just thirty years after Kant's publication.Curry's four notions of Western spatial thought just may have culminated in a pop hit single in the 1980s. Aristotle would have liked that R.E.M. suggest we “check with the sun” given his version of space is all about the fixed positions of natural elements. Newton would commend them on advising to “carry a compass to help you along” an absolute grid space. Leibniz would remind the confident compass holder that while “your feet are going to be [at a point] on the ground, your head is there to move you around” relative to that point. And Kant would have told everyone to just stop and “think about the place where you live, wonder why you haven't before.” This is a public episode. 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Bible Reading: Acts 12:5-7, 11-17"Mom, can I have this?" asked Tayden. "I found it in the garage." He held out a flowerpot containing a dry geranium plant. "At school today, we watched a video about a desert that was bare and brown with only a few cactus plants. Then it rained, and when the sand soaked up the rain, new life sprang up. There were green bushes and even some flowers." Tayden grinned. "I want to see if this plant will come back to life if I water it and take care of it.""Go ahead," said Mom, so Tayden put the potted plant into a pan of water. After the dry soil absorbed a lot of water, he set the pot on a sunny windowsill. A few days later, he found small green shoots springing out of the stem. "Remember that dead-looking plant?" Tayden asked his mom. "Come and see it now!" Mom came to look, and together they admired the new growth. Later that day, Mom got a call from someone at church. "Mr. Matthews had a heart attack," she said when she hung up. "He's in serious condition, and they're asking everyone to pray for him.""Does it help to have lots of people pray?" Tayden asked. "Or to pray a lot yourself?" "Well, the Bible tells us to pray--it brings results," said Mom. "Just like you flooded your geranium with water, we need to flood things in our lives with prayer. Do you remember the story in the Bible of how Peter was rescued from prison? His Christian friends spent the night in prayer for him, and we should be faithful in praying for others too." "If we pray for Mr. Matthews, does that mean God will heal him?" Tayden asked."I hope He will, but He may not," said Mom. "But even if God doesn't answer our prayers the way we want Him to, He still uses our prayers to remind people of His love and power and point them to Jesus. The Bible tells us He works through the prayers of His people to do wonderful things. We can trust Him to do that even when things don't go the way we wish they would."Tayden nodded. "Let's pray for Mr. Matthews right now," he said, and they bowed their heads. -Nathan RunyonHow About You?Have you ever joined in a flood of prayer? Perhaps you prayed for someone who was sick or had some other urgent need. Maybe you had an important need and people prayed for you. Remember to talk to Jesus regularly about everything going on in your life, but don't be afraid to ask other believers to join you in a flood of prayer when you need it. God will use your prayers and those of other Christians to do wonderful things.Today's Key Verse:The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. (NLT) (James 5:16)Today's Key Thought:Prayer brings results
Greg Bryan and Jim Reske talk about the fight for the gospel reflecting on church history.So what was all the fuss about? Bruce Shelley, in his book “Church History in Plain Language,” provides an excellent summary of the controversy (emphasis added): What did Pelagius teach to arouse Augustine's vigorous opposition? The monk denied that human sin is inherited from Adam. Man, he said, is free to act righteously or sinfully... Almost all the human race have sinned; but it is possible not to sin, and some people have in fact lived without sin. [God's] forgiveness comes to all who exercise “faith alone”; but, once forgiven, man has power of himself to live pleasing to God... His idea of the Christian life was practically the Stoic conception of ascetic self-control. Amazing. It's as though Pelagius had the single-line drawing right there in front of him. Jesus starts you out in the Christian life, but the rest is up to you. Justification is through Christ, but sanctification is through hard work and effort. Pelagius said that God would never give you a command that you couldn't fulfill; you just need to make better choices. Just like me, he may have added. Pelagius didn't just think he was a 9 on a scale of 1-10; he thought it was completely possible to be a perfect 10, if you just tried hard enough. Augustine was the polar opposite of Pelagius. Before he became a Christian, he had a very explicit problem with sexual self-control. We know this because Augustine himself wrote all about it in his “Confessions”. He was very much aware of his own totally depraved sinful nature, and the need for complete and total grace to save him from it. Pelagius thought that grace was a “nice to have”, but not a necessity because it was completely possible for a person to make all the right choices and avoid sin entirely if they just tried hard enough. Augustine would have none of it. Shelley explains (emphasis added): Augustine sensed profoundly the depth of his sin and hence the greatness of God's salvation. He felt that nothing less than irresistible divine power (grace) could have saved him from his sin and only constantly inflowing divine grace could keep him in the Christian life. His Christian ideal was no Stoic self-control, but love for righteousness infused by the Spirit of God. In other words, Augustine was very aware of his sin (the lower line). And though he had been a Christian for some time by the time he met Pelagius, he was growing in that awareness, because as he fought Pelagius, he said that he had no power in himself to do the right thing; all power to do good was completely a gift from God by grace. Christian growth wasn't a matter of hard work and effort – it was all by grace. Augustine's focus was squarely on the grace of Jesus (the growing cross), not his own spiritual performance, and as a result, his life changed (the dotted line). But as Dr. John Hannah, the church historian who taught at Dallas Theological Seminary, explains, all good controversies invite a compromiser who will try to synthesize the two positions. That person was Cassian. Hannah explains that:· Pelagius taught that sin does not corrupt a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually alive; and· Augustine taught that sin completely corrupts a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually dead (total depravity); but· Cassian taught that sin only hinders a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we need help (deprivation, but not depravity). In Cassian's view, the grace of God and the will of man work together in salvation. In other words, God helps those who help themselves. Which is a lot like the single-line view of the world.
Greg Bryan and Jim Reske talk about the fight for the gospel reflecting on church history.So what was all the fuss about? Bruce Shelley, in his book “Church History in Plain Language,” provides an excellent summary of the controversy (emphasis added): What did Pelagius teach to arouse Augustine's vigorous opposition? The monk denied that human sin is inherited from Adam. Man, he said, is free to act righteously or sinfully... Almost all the human race have sinned; but it is possible not to sin, and some people have in fact lived without sin. [God's] forgiveness comes to all who exercise “faith alone”; but, once forgiven, man has power of himself to live pleasing to God... His idea of the Christian life was practically the Stoic conception of ascetic self-control. Amazing. It's as though Pelagius had the single-line drawing right there in front of him. Jesus starts you out in the Christian life, but the rest is up to you. Justification is through Christ, but sanctification is through hard work and effort. Pelagius said that God would never give you a command that you couldn't fulfill; you just need to make better choices. Just like me, he may have added. Pelagius didn't just think he was a 9 on a scale of 1-10; he thought it was completely possible to be a perfect 10, if you just tried hard enough. Augustine was the polar opposite of Pelagius. Before he became a Christian, he had a very explicit problem with sexual self-control. We know this because Augustine himself wrote all about it in his “Confessions”. He was very much aware of his own totally depraved sinful nature, and the need for complete and total grace to save him from it. Pelagius thought that grace was a “nice to have”, but not a necessity because it was completely possible for a person to make all the right choices and avoid sin entirely if they just tried hard enough. Augustine would have none of it. Shelley explains (emphasis added): Augustine sensed profoundly the depth of his sin and hence the greatness of God's salvation. He felt that nothing less than irresistible divine power (grace) could have saved him from his sin and only constantly inflowing divine grace could keep him in the Christian life. His Christian ideal was no Stoic self-control, but love for righteousness infused by the Spirit of God. In other words, Augustine was very aware of his sin (the lower line). And though he had been a Christian for some time by the time he met Pelagius, he was growing in that awareness, because as he fought Pelagius, he said that he had no power in himself to do the right thing; all power to do good was completely a gift from God by grace. Christian growth wasn't a matter of hard work and effort – it was all by grace. Augustine's focus was squarely on the grace of Jesus (the growing cross), not his own spiritual performance, and as a result, his life changed (the dotted line). But as Dr. John Hannah, the church historian who taught at Dallas Theological Seminary, explains, all good controversies invite a compromiser who will try to synthesize the two positions. That person was Cassian. Hannah explains that:· Pelagius taught that sin does not corrupt a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually alive; and· Augustine taught that sin completely corrupts a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually dead (total depravity); but· Cassian taught that sin only hinders a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we need help (deprivation, but not depravity). In Cassian's view, the grace of God and the will of man work together in salvation. In other words, God helps those who help themselves. Which is a lot like the single-line view of the world.
Greg Bryan and Jim Reske talk about the fight for the gospel. So what was all the fuss about? Bruce Shelley, in his book “Church History in Plain Language,” provides an excellent summary of the controversy (emphasis added): What did Pelagius teach to arouse Augustine's vigorous opposition? The monk denied that human sin is inherited from Adam. Man, he said, is free to act righteously or sinfully... Almost all the human race have sinned; but it is possible not to sin, and some people have in fact lived without sin. [God's] forgiveness comes to all who exercise “faith alone”; but, once forgiven, man has power of himself to live pleasing to God... His idea of the Christian life was practically the Stoic conception of ascetic self-control. Amazing. It's as though Pelagius had the single-line drawing right there in front of him. Jesus starts you out in the Christian life, but the rest is up to you. Justification is through Christ, but sanctification is through hard work and effort. Pelagius said that God would never give you a command that you couldn't fulfill; you just need to make better choices. Just like me, he may have added. Pelagius didn't just think he was a 9 on a scale of 1-10; he thought it was completely possible to be a perfect 10, if you just tried hard enough. Augustine was the polar opposite of Pelagius. Before he became a Christian, he had a very explicit problem with sexual self-control. We know this because Augustine himself wrote all about it in his “Confessions”. He was very much aware of his own totally depraved sinful nature, and the need for complete and total grace to save him from it. Pelagius thought that grace was a “nice to have”, but not a necessity because it was completely possible for a person to make all the right choices and avoid sin entirely if they just tried hard enough. Augustine would have none of it. Shelley explains (emphasis added): Augustine sensed profoundly the depth of his sin and hence the greatness of God's salvation. He felt that nothing less than irresistible divine power (grace) could have saved him from his sin and only constantly inflowing divine grace could keep him in the Christian life. His Christian ideal was no Stoic self-control, but love for righteousness infused by the Spirit of God. In other words, Augustine was very aware of his sin (the lower line). And though he had been a Christian for some time by the time he met Pelagius, he was growing in that awareness, because as he fought Pelagius, he said that he had no power in himself to do the right thing; all power to do good was completely a gift from God by grace. Christian growth wasn't a matter of hard work and effort – it was all by grace. Augustine's focus was squarely on the grace of Jesus (the growing cross), not his own spiritual performance, and as a result, his life changed (the dotted line). But as Dr. John Hannah, the church historian who taught at Dallas Theological Seminary, explains, all good controversies invite a compromiser who will try to synthesize the two positions. That person was Cassian. Hannah explains that:· Pelagius taught that sin does not corrupt a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually alive; and· Augustine taught that sin completely corrupts a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we are spiritually dead (total depravity); but· Cassian taught that sin only hinders a person's mind, will, and emotions, such that we need help (deprivation, but not depravity). In Cassian's view, the grace of God and the will of man work together in salvation. In other words, God helps those who help themselves. Which is a lot like the single-line view of the world.
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If Saturday/Sabbath is the Seal of God and he gave it to His Christian church those who are heirs of salvation; then what is Sunday, to Christians, an error? Then we have millions who believed in error; of which I was one of them at one time. Remember Eve believed in an error/lie and disobeyed God; now by doing so, her and Adam brought death upon the whole human race. Israel did believe Moses preaching and they wouldn't enter into God's rest his Promised Land. Well is Sunday the seal of Satan/Antichrist the mark of the beast? Stay tuned! Well we know it's a lie given by Constantine the Great the Roman Emperor, who profess Christianity, whom was also laden with some pagan philosophies and one being the sun God "Sol Invictus" of Rome, so to relieve these persecuted Christians he could please both Romans and Christians, he would end the Christian's persecution but charge them with worship on Sundays to appease the well accepted sun god of Rome. Though it had Satan written all over it, it was a way to relieve the suffering of God's people. And it's been pass down through the ages via the church. Satan knows once he cause someone to form a bad habit, it's hard to break! So don't rock the boat... you've got what you wanted. Those who have been Bewitched by Satan to believe the Sunday lie over the Sabbath truth, will one day need to make some changes. That's where my brother Paul was going when he was speaking in (Hebrews 4:1-11) He wanted to make sure people do not miss out on there entrance into the kingdom of God and later the Kingdom of Heaven, the true promised land; new Jerusalem of God's people: Heaven. Just as the promised land of Israel of old to enter into Canaan, a land which later would encompass Old Jerusalem, which was a shadow of things to come, but the true promised Land is the New Jerusalem where God dwells and he want us to show up there, now as in old Jerusalem the same with New Jerusalem the ticket to get there was faith to believe in God's promise and we know Jesus Christ is God's promise and our ticket to Heaven and the new Jerusalem. Church ironically the ticket is the same our faith in Jesus Christ coupled with God's grace = "we're saved in heaven." Amen! Contact: heavensprayerlink.com, we love to pray with you, God bless you --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heavensprayerlink/support
“Pressing Towards The Prize~ Philippians 3:12-21.Theme Chpt. 3 “Christ Our Goal” Philippians 3:12-21 12 Not that I have already attained,[c] or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have [d]apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.15 Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you. 16 Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already [e]attained, let us walk by the same [f]rule, let us be of the same mind.17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern. 18 For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: 19 whose end is destruction, whose god is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame—who set their mind on earthly things. 20 For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself. The Christian Life shown in A Metaphor of An Olympic Marathon Race Pursuing the Prize 3:12-13 A Good runner Never Looks Back 3:13 This Race requires Spiritual Stamina & Consistency 3:15-17 Some have dropped out of the Race 3:18-19 Knowing Our citizenship will Cause us to win the Prize 3:20-21 1.)Pursuing The PRIZE…3:12-13 “The measure of a persons desire is the Pursuit” Vs. 12)Not that I have already attained,[c] or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me “Grasping ever more firmly that purpose for which Christ grasps me”- JB .Phillips “PRESS ON”- the Greek connotation means ‘an urgent chasing after towards a FIXED Goal or Point' This is in the continuous present tense I am DOING this NOW, I am chasing after this NOW…I am PRESSING Towards this NOW “That I May Lay Hold of” The idea here is Paul is not just satisfied with the pursuit…HE will NOT be satisfied until he has laid hold of, apprehended, GRASPED ( taken a hold of) that PURPOSE Christ has intended for Him 3:3 Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh? 2:8-10 1.)Pursuing The PRIZE…3:12-14 “The measure of a persons desire is in the Pursuit” Vs. 12)Not that I have already attained,[c] or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me “, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has LAID HOLD of Me”….speaking of His Damascus Road ENCOUNTER of Christ…yet MUCH More!!..... (TWO Things) I Cor. 9:24 Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. TWO Things………… a)Phil. 3:10 that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death, b)Eph. 3:1-13 For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles—2 Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, 3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. 4 In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, 5 which was not made known to people in other generations as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to God's holy apostles and prophets. 6 This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, members together of one body, and sharers together in the promise in Christ Jesus.7 I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God's grace given me through the working of his power. 8 Although I am less than the least of all the Lord's people, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the boundless riches of Christ, 9 and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things. 10 His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, 11 according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord. 12 In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. 13 I ask you, therefore, not to be discouraged because of my sufferings for you, which are your glory. MYSTERY (Mysterion- Moo-stay-dion..Grk.)derived from a word meaning to ‘shut the mouth'…a secret counsel, purpose, or understanding…of God…something hidden from men…only coming from divine revelation or illumination from God's Spirit…requires an initiation understand my insight …(synesis—soon-es-is) literally a running or flowing together of Knowledge & understanding…a quickness of apprehension which precedes ACTION! “To Have an APOSTOLIC CALLING, Is To Have An APOSTOLIC ENCOUNTER” 1.)Pursuing The PRIZE…3:12-14 “The measure of a persons desire is in the Pursuit” Vs.13)Brethren, I do not count myself to have [d]apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, Count ( logizomai )is to reckon, account, suppose , consider after deliberate & careful Thought …refers back to vs. 12…Paul realizes he has NOT attained perfection yet (some were haughty at Philippi & thought they did!)…sinless perfection!? …vs. 2 was the past fact that had happened with Paul…Here is referring to PRESENT Process of his pursuit Phil. 3:8 Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ, LUKE 14:25-33 Now great multitudes went with Him. And He turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple. 27 And whoever does not bear his cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple. 28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it— 29 lest, after he has laid the foundation, and is not able to finish, all who see it begin to mock him, 30 saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to finish'? 31 Or what king, going to make war against another king, does not sit down first and consider whether he is able with ten thousand to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand? 32 Or else, while the other is still a great way off, he sends a delegation and asks conditions of peace. 33 So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be My disciple. Apprehended ….But I keep going on, grasping ever more firmly that purpose for which Christ grasped me.(JB. Phillips)…like verse 12 Job 17:9 Yet the righteous will hold to his way, And he who has clean hands will be stronger and stronger. Proverbs 4:18 But the path of the just is like the shining [a]sun, That shines ever brighter unto the perfect day. Psalm 63:1 O God, You are my God; Early will I seek You; My soul thirsts for You; My flesh longs for You In a dry and thirsty land Where there is no water. Psalm 84:2 My soul longs, yes, even faints For the courts of the Lord; My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. I Tim. 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith Lay hold of eternal life II Peter 1:5 giving all diligence 2.) A Good Runner Never Looks Back..Vs. 13,14 Vs.13)Brethren, I do not count myself to have [d]apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, but one thing I do What is your ONE Thing!?...sums up His Christian conduct & purpose in the NOW…the greek implies LIMITING & ISOLATING oneself to a fanatical Focus…NOW he has gone from contemplation(‘Count' vs 13) to ALL OUT ACTION Mode! forgetting those things which are behind Forgetting grk….completely forgetting, to neglect, EMPHATICALLY forget & neglect (obliterate the memory!!)…Here Paul in His metaphor about a runner in a race is referring to that Runner NOT even looking back AT ALL or paying a bit of attention to runners behind him as he races toward the goal….VERY good picture of our Christian RACE…just like a racer impedes his progress with this distraction so likewise we will be hindered in our progress for the prize IF we are looking at our past sin ,shame & failures…. Luke 9:62 But Jesus said to him, “No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.”….Genesis 19:26 Hebrews 12:1-3 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the [a]author and [b]finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. reaching forward… (EPEKTEINO) A stretching forward…a reaching forward in an INTENSE athletic motion (hence comparison to a marathon race) 14 ) I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. I press toward the goal (kjv=Mark) only used here in NT LITERALLY “ I Pursue down upon the target”……concepts of a watchman (Phil. 2:4)& shooting target shown here For the Prize…A prize (brabeion-grk. Derived from the word for an umpire who gives the prize) bestowed or deposited in connection with the games…it could be monetary… here used as a metaphor for spiritual incorruption & eternal life of the upward call literally “of The upward calling” is A CALL from Heaven TO HEAVEN ( (NOT our earthly life's calling here)…our eternal reward 2.) A Good Runner Never Looks Back..Vs. 13,14 14 ) I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Hebrews 3:1,2 Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Christ Jesus,2 who was faithful to Him who appointed Him, as Moses also was faithful in all His house. “The prize is bound up with the calling ; promised when the call is issued, & given when the call is fulfilled”~M.R. Vincent I Cor. 9:24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. “This goal continually moves forward as we press on ,but never out of sight”~A.T. Robertson Luke 16:16 “The law and the prophets were until John. Since that time the kingdom of God has been preached, and everyone is pressing into it. II Tim. 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Hebrews 6:1..I Cor. 4:16-18…II Peter 1:3 3.)This Race Requires Spiritual Stamina & Consistency… 3:15-17 15-17Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you. 16 Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already [e]attained, let us walk by the same [f]rule, let us be of the same mind.17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern This IS a Marathon Race …Cross Country MemoriesJ “Mature/Perfect” Grk. =Telios complete, perfect, mature, of full age finished, ‘wanting nothing'…Col.1:28, Col. 4:12,II Tim. 3:16-17,Hebrews 5:13 Contradiction, Sarcasm !?(vs. 12 Not that I have already attained,[c] or am already perfected) Vs. 12 Paul was speaking of a TOTAL FINISHED PERFECTION ( received in Heaven)…here in vs. 15 he speaks relatively…where though some may have reached maturity (Himself included)there is STILL Growth & Development to be obtained…this speaks of well rounded Christian Character NOT Christian Infancy “Have This Mind” in other words KEEP thinking like the above phrase I Cor. 2:6 6 However, we speak wisdom among those who are mature, yet not the wisdom of this age, nor of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. 3.)This Race Requires Spiritual Stamina & Consistency… 3:15-17 15-17Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you. 16 Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already [e]attained, let us walk by the same [f]rule, let us be of the same mind.17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern IF and if in anything you think otherwise…Epaphroditus had made Paul aware of some in the church who were teaching sinless perfection was needed…he said God would take care of the issue Psalm 139:23-24 Search Me & Try me… Jn. 7:17 17 If anyone wills to do His will, he shall know concerning the doctrine, whether it is from God or whether I speak on My own authority. “otherwise” a negative use of the word…as some in Philippi thought they had ‘arrived' spiritually, with no further growth needed!? Vs. 16) Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already [e]attained, let us walk by the same [f]rule, let us be of the same mind….meaning ‘Keep on Keepin' on…keep doing the same things consistently that MATURE saints do LITERAL….to walk in a straight row….walk prosperously,,,to turn out well, to direct ones life..TO LIVE Vs. 17) 17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern Together or jointly as the church Be Imitators of (me) Paul as he follows Christ (Not Christ here)…of how I walk the Christian Life…I Cr.4:16, 11:1…Hebrews13:7 “Note” = Mark = fix your attention on intently.. Ps. 37:7 Mark the blameless man, and observe the upright; For the future of that man is peace. JAMES 1:4-5 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be [a]perfect and complete, lacking nothing. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. 4.) Some have dropped out of the Race Vs. 3:18,19 18-19 )For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: 19 whose end is destruction, whose god is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame—who set their mind on earthly things. Professed Christian Greeks, possibly had walked with the Philippian church in times past but fell into Epicurean tendencies…Epicureanism taught satisfying physical desires was the highest aim of man (sex, food drink)…GAL. 5:13 13 For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Romans 16:18 18 For those who are such do not serve our Lord [a]Jesus Christ, but their own belly, and by smooth words and flattering speech deceive the hearts of the simple. They thought Lightly of God's Grace Romans 6:15 18 For those who are such do not serve our Lord [a]Jesus Christ, but their own belly, and by smooth words and flattering speech deceive the hearts of the simple. Jude 1:4 4 For certain men have crept in unnoticed, who long ago were marked out for this condemnation, ungodly men, who turn the grace of our God into lewdness and deny the only Lord [a]God and our Lord Jesus Christ.(see vs. 12,13) I Jn. 2:16 For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father but is of the world. 5.) Knowing Our Citizenship will cause us to Win the Race(Prize) 3:20,21 20 For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself. Citizenship is In Heaven …commonwealth…literally ‘The commonwealth of which the Saints are citizens is FIXED in the Heavens' Eagerly wait……An Intense Yearning & eager anticipation…totally FIXED on what one is waiting for , with a total ABOUT face from inferior things(see running for the prize) Hebrews 9:28 so also Christ was offered once to bear the sins of many; and He will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who eagerly await Him. so Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him Vs. 21)Transform/change …to fashion a new,Refashion.. Matthew 17:2 He was transfigured before them…a change in the body from what's on the inside to an outward expression of that…the change that will take place at the Rapture or 2nd Resurrection Col. 1:22 22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation— WORKING = energeia …energy…power in operation I Jn. 3:2 Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. Romans 8:23 Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. I Cor. 15:42-48 So will it be with the resurrection of the dead. The body that is sown is perishable, it is raised imperishable; 43 it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; 44 it is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body. 45 So it is written: “The first man Adam became a living being”[a]; the last Adam, a life-giving spirit. 46 The spiritual did not come first, but the natural, and after that the spiritual. 47 The first man was of the dust of the earth; the second man is of heaven. 48 As was the earthly man, so are those who are of the earth; and as is the heavenly man, so also a CONCLUSION: This RACE that our Christian Lives is compared to requires Patience & Persistence On Being Persistent: Obstinately refusing to give up or Let Go To Be Insistently Repetitive To Commit to being Indefinitely Continuous 07/25/22
We look at Paul's heart in His Christian walk.
Thomas Glessner is the founder and President of the National Institute of Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA), a public interest law firm founded in 1993. Continuting the effort Choose Life Radio is making concerning the Supreme Court decision to move Roe v Wade back to the individual states, Tom Glessner is very articulate on the laws currently dealing with abortion. His Christian faith is evident in this powerful interview.
Meet Sam Kim (aka @SKIMSAM) a Christian Entertainer, music artist, video editor, content creator and all for the glory of God! But if you ask Sam to describe himself in one word... his answer might surprise you. Here's a clue, it has eight legs and lives underwater! On this episode, Sam shares what it was like growing up Korean American, with tales of bringing kimchi to school for lunch, and desiring to explore outside of the box he's always known. Sam will inspire you to keep reading your Bible, lean not onto your own understanding, as you continue to seek experiences with God over feelings. Sam is digital missionary who uses his social platform to spread the gospel. His Christian comedy posts are spreading the Good News one viral video at a time! *LISTEN TO SAM'S NEW SINGLE "FORWARD"*Which makes you wonder, if Jesus were alive today... WWJP? What Would Jesus Post?Stay Connected:Brooklyn Lowe, Host: @brooklynslowe (IG)Sam Kim, Guest: @SKIMSAM (IG, TikTok, FB)
Jameson sits down with Logan Crosby to discuss his foray into singing Country Music, His Christian music influences, Tik Tok, The Athens 'Country Scene', Nashville, Writers Rounds, UGA, Milledgeville, Ambitions, Covers, Being Cousins with Jason Aldean and so much more. Thanks to Bradley for coming on - What a genuine and nice guy. Awesome book about Athens 'Cool Town'! (I get a percentage when you order using this link!) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1469664054/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1469664054&linkCode=as2&tag=jamesontank-20&linkId=bee27292115ea186ec91728d0857f492 Sign up to release your music on Distrokid using the JOTR link for a 7% Discount! https://distrokid.com/vip/seven/1293143 Awesome book about Athens 'Cool Town'! (I get a percentage when you order using this link!) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/146... Follow along on instagram - @jamesontank27 @jameson_otr Subscribe to this podcast below and leave an honest review To advertise your company, band, product, etc on the podcast email - jamestank27@icloud.com
The occupation of Hungary by the Third Reich changed the life of its citizens, especially Jews, forever, to prove that even in the darkest times, there are people who want to do the right thing and are willing to put themselves in grave danger to help others. One of them was Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat who saved over 62,000 Jews in the most extensive rescue operations of Jews of the Second World War. His Christian upbringing and the things he saw during the Conflict Arab-Jewish in 1936 set his future path to help as many Jews he could. With the interventions of Carl Lutz, stepdaughter Agnes Hirschi-Grausz we can understand his personality and the frustration he had to handle for not being recognized by his country when he was still alive. The final thoughts about a man who was a hidden and unlikely hero and what we can learn to put into action in the present. Bryan Boorujy, director of the documentary Carl Lutz: Dangerous Diplomacy, shares his life and the repercussion of his actions as well the way he found this story and the idea of the film, besides all the difficulties to get funding and the post-production issues. Be sure to click "subscribe" on your podcast app, so you don't miss an episode. Check out this film: https://www.explorationfilms.com/carl-lutz-dangerous-diplomacy-details.html See the full library of Exploration Films movies: https://www.explorationfilms.com/OR subscribe to our new streaming service https://exploreflix.world/ and get your first 7 days free when you register!
In this episode, Gary talks about his journey as a coach and how he learned to facilitate an already talented team with his leadership and coaching skills. If all the members of the team are already talented, how did he create a safe space for the players to thrive in? The keys to good leadership according to him and the experiences and lessons from his own journey start with defining leadership for himself. He asked himself "How are you going to lead?" "How do I help this team to become the best versions of itself?" So he decided that if he has something to offer, that will differentiate him from any other coach, it would be that he would work tirelessly with the players and he is not going to tell anyone what to do. He made 3 points that guided his leadership coaching throughout the three years he was appointed: 1. He wanted to be available to each player individually. 2. He is not going to tell the media what he is doing. He did very few press conferences during his time as a coach to the Indian team. 3. He decided to lead by example. His Christian values were very important as his guidelines, and he communicated that. Also, Gary said his team was quite shocked when he lost his temper - once - no one was expecting that! He did his best to facilitate this journey so that he and the team had the time of their lives while working towards a common goal. #coaching #garykirsten #leadership --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stories-that-inspire/message
Each week we sit down with a guest to discuss Mission and Evangelism in Scotland and beyond. Our guest this week is Dr Riaz Mohammed a senior consultant surgeon who trained and worked in Scotland after emigrating from his native Pakistan. While he was born Muslim, he became a Christian after seeing Jesus in a vision at age sixteen. His Christian faith has helped him overcome numerous obstacles. You can purchase Riaz's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Whats-Up-Doc-Surgeons-Story/dp/1973668807/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= -- Check out our site for more info: https://generation-mission.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GenerationMission18 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6UFubppTd0-cpvhWgwFEgg #christian #church #mission #evangelism #podcast #scotland #christianity #freechurchofscotland #fcos #gospel Presented by David Meredith
Jenny Salt introduces us to Barrie Hadley, a man who has spent more than 80 years in the same town, and more than 40 years in the same job.'Bloomin' Barrie' is the definition of the blue-collar worker, growing up in the smallest of towns, becoming the local butcher, and then working for half a lifetime unloading ships.His Christian journey is an understated one but undergirded by a simple truth: if you want people to listen to what you have to say about Jesus, you have to begin by being a man of your word.
"Dr. Tangumonkem's story is one that is sure to inspire all readers. In spite of continual odds against him, he never gave up on his dream. His Christian faith is paramount in this book and serves as a reminder that our faith should be at the forefront of our lives. This book is highly recommended." Jeremy Bondick Get your resources here: https://www.iemapproach.com/books Without faith, it is impossible to please God. You cannot walk through two doors at the same time. When one door closes another one will www.iemapproah.com. Call 214-908-3963 eternalkingdom101@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-eric-tangumonkem/support
Eung Ju Kim (Sean) has become a staple in the Beginner Photography Podcast community since buying his camera in early 2018. Since then he has been sharing his work and it continues to develop and advance. His landscapes and beach scenes are simple and relaxing. Today we talk about what photography means to him and his plans to progress is photography in the future. Key Takeaways: Starting his photography career with nature sceneries was associated with hiking, which he did more often following a distressing break up with his girlfriend. Sean describes 'finding the beauty of what's there, either in an ugly chaotic scene or in my stage of sadness was the key to finding the true beauty of my journey. Looking back, Sean explains how with experience, he started being able to identify things he could have done differently in a picture and how to look out for such things. Sean explains the motivation behind intentionally creating images with huge surroundings, landscape and people by noting that when we focus on something bigger, our problems seem to be small. His Christian faith also played a role in this preference. Sean explains that he is bored with taking pictures of people, and is trying to figure out what he can add to it. The inspiration for Sean's photography is his Christian faith. For new photographers: Go to a library, read a bunch of books and even if it doesn't make sense, consume it, even if you don't practice it, over time things will start to click. Once things start to click, you will have more questions and you can go and read it again, then it will make sense, and you will gain mastery. Resources: Follow Sean On Instagram Flash in a Flash - Flash photography for beginners course Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group! Episode Timeline: [02:20] Introducing today's guest, Sean Kim as he narrates the events surrounding his entry into photography. [07:21] How did the relationship between your photography and nature sceneries come about? [14:10] Looking back, from a technical standpoint, when did you start to notice the things you were doing wrong. [17:04] What differences have you observed between street photography and photographing people after creating rapport. [23:34] How do you achieve the concept of comfort in an image that looks sad? [33:24] Sean discusses his editing method. [34:40] What are you currently struggling with, in photography? [39:05] About Sean's book on the year 2020. [41:09] What inspires you to take photos? [47:19] When it comes to the technical side of photography, what is it that you love? [48:38] Sean's advice for new photographers
Listen in to discover a wonderful example of someone living on mission for God. Seizures may have taken Pastor Kevin out of the commercial pilot game but it did not destroy his faith. Discover how God brought him through the good times of being a pilot, the painful times of health scares, and the new times of transitioning into a life of pastoring. Also discover how even when he was a pilot he was living out His Christian witness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/millennialonmission/support
The Lord is rich to all who call on Him! (Rom. 10:12) Paul began to call very early on in His Christian life!
Today we talk with our friend Ellis Hammond who has become a well known name within the commercial multifamily real estate industry, but in a whole new way. His Christian missionary background has given him a unique niche through using entrepreneurship to project his service to christ by being a Kingdom Capitalist. We talk about how we view money, how we can use money for good, and the lack of education behind money. We talk about how Ellis got started in the commercial real estate space, how he creates value to his team to go buy large apartment complexes, how he markets to his followers, and the why behind his mission. Ellis has a phenominal podcast, a mastermind group, and has recently written a book. Get Ellis's book, The Mission of Multifamily. Connect with Ellis here: https://ellishammond.com/. Listen to the Kingdom REI Podcast. Book talk about in this episode: Traffic Secrets If you are interested in joining the War Room Real Estate Mastermind, email: wrmastermind@gmail.com. Join us at the Virtual Flip Hacking Live Conference in October. Join Storehouse 3:10 Ventures in helping fund VCP's newest project in Longmont, CO. For more information on buying cash flowing rental properties go to: https://storehouse310turnkey.com/.
The Book of Wisdom or Wisdom of Solomon 7:26 "She's the brightness that shines forth from eternal light. She's a mirror that flawlessly reflects God's activity. She's the perfect image of God's goodness" I love to gaze at the brightness of the moon and stars at night. They are a reminder of God's great creations but they are also a reminder of the power of reflection. The moon and stars have no power unto themselves but rather give off beauty and direction in reflection of the Sun. Jesus said "I am the light of the world" so if He is the Sun we, as His Christian followers, are the moon and stars. Remind yourself of that purpose, that inner light that reflects within you. It is a reflection of Our Heavenly Father and of the love of Jesus. Let your light shine! This world is full of wayward travelers lost in darkness, looking for direction. Drown out that darkness, be the reflection, and show them the way.
Would you be able to forgive the person who nearly killed you? Bret Lynn, a mechanic from the suburbs north of Philadelphia, was faced with this very question after a terrifying altercation that left him fighting for his life. Arriving home from dropping his kids off at gymnastics, Bret noticed a person attempting to break into some of the cars in a lot of his family-owned shop, which is in close proximity to his home. When he told the man to leave, the situation escalated quickly and before he knew it, Bret had been stabbed and was in critical condition. While in the ambulance, Bret recalled being in great pain — but he also found himself thinking a great deal about forgiveness. His Christian faith called him to be forgiving — but would he be able to do it when it mattered most? “If I couldn't forgive when it really mattered, then I think my witness as a Christian would be hurt,” Lynn said of his attacker. Feeling convicted by the Holy Spirit to “resolve the conflict” with his attacker. “My heart went out to him,” Bret said, explaining that his attacker had fallen on hard times. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fascinatinginsights/message
Welcome to Day 1439 of our Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to WisdomThe Goals of Bible Study – Meditation MondayWisdom - the final frontier to true knowledge. Welcome to Wisdom-Trek! Where our mission is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Hello, my friend, I am Guthrie Chamberlain, your captain on our journey to increase Wisdom and Create a Living Legacy. Thank you for joining us today as we explore wisdom on our 2nd millennium of podcasts. This is Day 1439 of our Trek, and it is time for Meditation Monday. Taking time to relax, refocus, and reprioritize our lives is crucial in order to create a living legacy. For you, it may just be time alone for quiet reflection. You may utilize structured meditation practices. In my life, Meditation includes reading and reflecting on God's Word and in prayer. It is a time to renew my mind, refocus on what is most important, and making sure that I am nurturing my soul, mind, and body. As you come along with me on our trek each Meditation Monday, it is my hope and prayer that you, too, will experience a time for reflection and renewing of your mind. We are continuing a new series this week on Meditation Monday, which will focus on Mastering Bible Study through a series of brief insights from Hebrew Scholar, Dr. Michael S. Heiser. Our first few insights will focus on study habits to build a strong foundation. Today let us meditate on: The Goal of Bible Study· Insight Five: Insist on Being a Slave to the Text – Let it be Your MasterDr. Heiser has been in academia for almost thirty years, both as a graduate student and a professor. He has spent time in both Christian and secular institutions. His Christian experience taught him the fundamentally important lesson of having a high view of Scripture. Treat it as God's Word. Dr. Heiser's secular years taught him a lesson just as valuable, and one that he didn't find consistently in a Christian context: be a slave to the text. In his secular experience, being a slave to the text meant that you shouldn't bring prior commitments to the biblical text you're studying. Theological ideas about how the text came about or how it might be understood to achieve a theological outcome should be left behind. The text is all that matters. Theological commitments are irrelevant and, in fact, impediments to understanding. This is, of course, what one would expect in a secular institution. They aren't seminaries. However, there's a bit of a flaw in this understanding. Objectivity is a myth. No one can jettison all preconceptions about something, no matter what the context. The secular scholar has presupposition of his or her own that crouch in the mind, ready to influence interpretation. We all should be aware of that, so take that part with a grain of salt. But don't lose the lesson here. The text is all that matters, so we must let the text take us wherever it leads. Ironically, despite the pervading belief in inspiration, I don't see this principle consistently practiced in Christian academia. True, any given seminary has, and needs to have, certain theological commitments, but those theological commitments should not be the basis of judging scholarship or handing out grades. Rather, professors should be forthright. They should have well- informed exegetical arguments for their positions (presumably those of the school) but should be honest with the text. They should admit that, given other interpretations about the Hebrew or Greek grammar and word usage here and there, the conclusions drawn from a passage could be different. To hide those possibilities or manipulate the text to your “obvious” conclusions is dishonest. So it should be with personal Bible study. The text is what is inspired, and nothing else. Loyalty to God's Word means...
JUST BEING HONEST is a hilarious comedy special on Amazon Prime from Christian comedian Jaron Myers. From humor about baby names, truck drivers and online trolling, Jaron woos audiences with his lighthearted act. From Jaron's perspective, names vary between his friend groups. His Christian friends tend to select names based on books of the Bible while his hipster friends select unorthodox names. Then, there's the parents who think it's a good idea to have everyone named with the same letter from the alphabet. Learn more at https://www.movieguide.org/reviews/just-being-honest.html
Daniel T. Kim is running for Freeholder in Bergen County, NJ. He is on the ballot with the slogan "NOT ME. US" Daniel Kim has been a resident of Bergen County (Palisades Park, Ridgewood, and Paramus) since 1998. He is a graduate of Emory University with a Bachelor's in Chemistry and Mathematics/Economics and currently working as an technology consultant for a global professional services firm. As the chair of Our Revolution of Bergen County, he has been at the forefront of local social and political activism. His Christian faith drives his passion to fight for the most vulnerable and give voice to the voiceless. He views that the greed ingrained in our culture has led to our systematic problems, preventing us from tackling the most pressing issues in our generation, such as money in politics, wealth inequality, healthcare, sustainable net-zero energy, and responsible growth of technology (e.g. automation). With this mindset, he seeks to bring a data-driven, 21st-century applicable, and people-first policy approach. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theandrewmillershow/support
Tim Farron is an MP and former leader of the Liberal Democrats. His Christian faith came under scrutiny during the 2017 UK General Election, leading to his resignation as party leader. His autobiography ‘A Better Ambition: Confessions of a faithful liberal’ (SPCK) tells his story. Polly Toynbee is a well-known journalist, political commentator and vice-president of Humanists UK. Her new book ’The Lost Decade’ analyses the political and social changes of 2010-2020 in the UK. Tim and Polly engage in a wide-ranging discussion on whether faith convictions are welcome in public life.For Tim Farron https://spckpublishing.co.uk/a-better-ambition For Polly Toynbee https://www.faber.co.uk/9781783351718-the-lost-decade.html Subscribe to our newsletter and receive the free Unbelievable? e-book ‘In Conversation With…’ https://www.premier.org.uk/Unbelievablenewsletter Support the show and receive all the videos sessions from Unbelievable? USA 2019 https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportunbelievable/For more faith debates and extra resources visit http://www.premierchristianradio.com/Shows/Saturday/UnbelievableJoin the conversation: Facebook and TwitterGet the MP3 Podcast of Unbelievable? Via RSS or Via Itunes
J.W. Oliver is the Managing Partner of Support DDS, a dental outsourcing company that helps dentists find the best employees for their dental practice. The company creates career opportunities for the people of Zimbabwe, Africa by outsourcing their talents to the rest of the world. J.W. who has spent 33 years in the dental field, is also the President of Wade AMG LLC, and the Founder of Haiti Vision 3. In this episode... Many dental practices are faced with challenges when it comes to hiring the right team members for daily office tasks, especially when they are just starting out. In many cases, the people in the United States who are qualified and available have to be paid a high salary which a startup may not be able to afford. To solve this common problem, J.W. Oliver helped co-found a business solution with the help of the thousands of highly-educated and qualified yet unemployed men and women from Zimbabwe. His Christian values propelled him to set up an outsourcing company that not only helped businesses in the US, but created employment opportunities in Zimbabwe as well. In this episode of In Your Face podcast, Blair Feldman interviews J.W. Oliver of Support DDS about how the company started, the services they offer, how they compensate and work with their team members in Zimbabwe, and how his Christian beliefs helped him create a business that has the capacity to touch and change lives. Stay tuned.
Nims Obunge loves an acronym. Hope stands for “Helping Other People Excel”, while Dream means “Develop Real Examples and Mentors”, he says. As a preacher and pastor, Nims is passionate about motivating his people to live for God and make a difference in their communities. His Christian roots are evident. He talks about growing up in the context of 6am family prayer meetings and how he's gone onto lead Freedom's Ark church in north London. Best known for founding The Peace Alliance and working at various levels of society including working with the police to tackle gun crime and helping to rehabilitate prisoners, Nims isn't a stranger to the world of politics and public service. And he's unfazed by the suggestion that independent candidates like him are at a disadvantage. Speaking of the upcoming election on 7 May he says, “I know I can win”. The Profile is brought to you in association with Premier Christianity magazine. For a free sample copy of the latest issue visit premierchristianity.com/freesample Listen to our interview with the Conservative candidate Shaun Bailey here. Premier is approaching the other candidates with interview requests.
MHS Social Studies teacher Dan Broaddrick shares some of the trauma from his childhood, and the impact that had on his life and choices. As an adopted child, he struggled with his identity and issues of abandonment. His Christian faith and relationship with his wife, MHS math teacher Tina Broaddrick, helped him heal and find purpose in helping others. Dan and Tina are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary, and are the proud parents of two children - a biological son, and a daughter originally from Ethiopia who they adopted. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mcsyourstorymatters/message
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Many companies are designed with values and virtues in mind. Fibrebond, a leader in the manufacturing of mission critical structures, is no different, considering itself built on a firm basis of Christian faith. It’s embedded into the company’s and the city of Minden, Lousiana's culture, and actually had a significant influence on the founding of the company. To discuss how Fibrebond’s foundation of faith shapes the company, Durwin Adams, manufacturing supervisor and onsite chaplain, breaks down the company's decision to bring a chaplaincy program to their employees. Adams is also the senior pastor at Faith Memorial Baptist Church in Gibsland, Louisiana. “The founder of the company, Claud Walker, was led by the Lord to start the company and bring this business to the community of Minden. His Christian faith was a guiding principle in starting Fibrebond,” Adams said. And Adams knows about those beginnings, as he has been with Fibrebond his entire professional career and calls the company a “family environment” full of “great, loving people.” To connect employees and offer them support, the company began exploring starting a chaplaincy program. “I was a part of the building engagement team, and we saw that creating a chaplaincy program could be a great way to live out our Christian values. We began researching what a program would entail and how to implement. We also met with many employees for their feedback. Then we presented our research to the executive team. The program has been well received and embraced by many,” Adams said. The program is very unique in that most companies don’t offer this level of support. “Many companies have employee assistance programs that offer support with an 800 number. Whereas we have individuals, that are ordained ministers, on-site that are here to help employees when they face life’s challenges. Knowing that they have this opportunity is something really special.” Listen to the full podcast as Durwin shares more stories about the chaplaincy program and what it’s brought to the employees and the community.
William interviews Dusty Hope about growing a viral podcast. His Christian ranting podcast has no marketing, but has hundreds of downloads everytime he hits publish. This podcast is on the edge of virality. We ask him some things about his podcast techniques. Nozak Consulting - Web Development/SEO Analysists
Recently, concerns regarding mental health have taken center stage in our cultural discourse. Stigmas and labels perpetuate assumptions and stereotypes that breed fear and divisiveness. And in the middle of all of that, mental health concerns are a very real part of many people’s daily lives. To help us navigate this complicated and important topic, we welcome Dr. Jason Berman to the podcast. He is a licensed psychologist and member of our Access community. His Christian beliefs and professional training allow him an enlightened perspective on how good mental health and strong faith can not only coexist, but work together to create a beautiful and healthy life.
Cass Midgley and Bob Pondillo interview Joel de los Santos. Joel currently lives in Canada but was raised in the Dominican Republic. His Christian journey started as Catholic, then Unity Church, following his parents lead, then he took his own path to evangelical charismatic non-denominational. He and his wife have two sons, his eldest is on the Autism spectrum. The audio is not the best for the first 21 minutes, but gets better and Joel's English is fast and a little mixed with Spanish, but these audio challenges can't keep his big heart and sharp mind from coming through. Listener email: Hi Mr. Midgley,I have been listening to your podcast for about seven or eight months now and have become a huge fan. While I'm not like many of your guests who've de-converted, I struggled for many years trying to "become" a christian, and suffered a lot of anger and confusion about why it just wouldn't "click" for me and make sense like it does for so many others. I wasn't raised particularly religious, but we did attend church pretty regularly until I was a teenager. When I was a young adult I went back to church trying to become "Christian". I didn't throw myself into it, honestly believing I would naturally have some kind of epiphany and suddenly feel all the certainty that many of my Christian friends felt about the bible. My best friend is a Christian who's heavily involved in her church. She had always been the image of what I expected I would be like once my "epiphany" came. I envied her complete trust in god - despite the discordance I felt about the bible and god's influence in the world. Well, it all started unraveling when trying to start a family revealed that I had some medical issues that would prevent conception. So we prayed... a lot. In the end, god didn't answer our prayer, science did. We had a successful IVF cycle and achieved pregnancy. And although we stood up in church and thanked god for our miracle, I became bitter, angry, and confused afterward. I carried around this bitterness toward god for not giving me a pregnancy naturally. I paid thousands of dollars and underwent uncomfortable medical procedures in order to have my babies. I felt like god had cheated me. Finally though, I had my epiphany. I let go of trying to make sense of a senseless god. The transformation has been revitalizing! Finding your show has added to the peace I feel with my newfound non-belief. One of my biggest conflicts about giving up the search for god was, "What am I if I'm not a believer?" The word atheist sounded scary and like something I didn't want to be labeled as. This is something that your show has really helped me with. Hearing the stories of your guests has shown me that atheist is not a dirty word, goodness and kindness are not dependent on belief in god, and I'm not alone in my non-belief. Thank you so much for the work you do. Your podcast is bringing some good to the world. Sincerely, Jennifer We taped this conversation on December 17th, 2017. We interview people you don’t know, about a subject no one wants to talk about. We hope to encourage people in the process of deconstructing their faith and help curb the loneliness that accompanies it. We think the world is a better place when more people live by sight, not by faith. Please subscribe to our podcast, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Also, you can support us monetarily in two easy ways: you can pledge one dollar per episode or more through Patreon; that’s www.patreon.com/eapodcast, or leave a lump-sum donation through PayPal at our website, www.everyonesagnostic.com. The smallest contribution is greatly appreciated. Credits:"Towering Mountain of Ignorance" intro by Hank Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3v3S82TuxU Intro bumper "Never Know" by Jack JohnsonThe segue music on this episode was created by the Barry Orchestra found at https://barryorchestra.bandcamp.com/ Thanks for listening and be a yes-sayer to what is. Joel's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Joymaker
Pastor Ray shares his testimony of finding true joy and freedom in Jesus. His Christian journey began at the age of six or seven. He became a pastor and grew churches. But, he experienced inner conflict. On the one hand, he felt a burning desire to serve Jesus. On the other, he’d been taught that he could never overcome sin. Finally, Ray reached a crisis, repented, and entered into total freedom from sin. Now, for decades he has been walking […]
"'Wealth of the wicked is laid up for the righteous.' That quote spoke to the next person getting my Porsche for the remaining 50K left on it." Even for a rapper, Gene Elliot Thornton, Jr., a/k/a/ Malice, a/k/a one-half of critically acclaimed Virginia rap duo Clipse, has talked about the drug game and all its perks incessantly: money, women, cocaine, intimate knowledge of the metric system. Often credited with fathering the "coke rap" genre, he famously said, "If all I talk about is coke, let that tell you something." But now when he gets up in the morning, the first thing he does is pray. And while the emcee insists his rhymes always showed a balanced view of the drug game, he wants future Clipse material to inspire his listeners to live fuller, more focused lives. His Christian faith, he says, is now riding shotgun. But what spawned such changes? For booking inquiries contact: Email@GnGMedia.net Purchase copies of WPPBN on AMAZON at http://amzn.to/uOgXFk or http://Thorn10Publishing.BigCartel.com
"'Wealth of the wicked is laid up for the righteous.' That quote spoke to the next person getting my Porsche for the remaining 50K left on it." Even for a rapper, Gene Elliot Thornton, Jr., a/k/a/ Malice, a/k/a one-half of critically acclaimed Virginia rap duo Clipse, has talked about the drug game and all its perks incessantly: money, women, cocaine, intimate knowledge of the metric system. Often credited with fathering the "coke rap" genre, he famously said, "If all I talk about is coke, let that tell you something." But now when he gets up in the morning, the first thing he does is pray. And while the emcee insists his rhymes always showed a balanced view of the drug game, he wants future Clipse material to inspire his listeners to live fuller, more focused lives. His Christian faith, he says, is now riding shotgun. But what spawned such changes? For booking inquiries contact: Email@GnGMedia.net Purchase copies of WPPBN on AMAZON at http://amzn.to/uOgXFk or http://Thorn10Publishing.BigCartel.com
Sam Cintron of Hope Center Arts uses music, storytelling, drama, dance, video, fine art and performance art to spread the Gospel. His Christian theatrical concert “Standing in Babylon” is the focus of this first podcast of Music with a Mission: Season 2. Features music from the CD “Standing in Babylon” and insight from Pastor Leigh Piatt-Gonzales of The Hope Center in Jersey City, NJ.
Lee Love is an incredible Christian photographer with wide and varied experience. Lee has worked in every aspect of media including working for NBC, CBS, Tuner, USA Network, ESPN and many others. His Christian assignments have included work for Billy Grahm's Evangelical Association, Religion News Service, Decision Magazine and World Vision Magazine. In this segment he shares with us how he came to Christ, how he got involved with photography and his best insights about how to produce compelling and moving photographs in His service.
Sam's dad is saved and imposes restrictions on children who rebel. Sam and brother are out of control, drinking, stealing. Father gives up. Sam & brother beat a friend for stealing their musical equipment and they go to jail for six months. His Christian sister constantly witnesses to him. He marries but frequent moves and failed business ventures prepare his heart when they live with sister, go to church and receive Christ. Now in ministry.
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