Podcasts about Hostility

In Dr. Smith's analysis of Acts 14, he explores the persistent opposition faced by believers. During his missionary journey, Paul heals a man in Lystra, but the crowd misinterprets the miracle through a pagan lens, demonstrating how secular culture often distorts spiritual truth. Hostility peaks when outside agitators incite the public to stone Paul and leave him for dead. Miraculously, Paul recovers and immediately resumes his work, illustrating that "many tribulations" are inherent to the Christian path. Dr. Smith emphasizes that believers must remain focused on the primary mission of making disciples, despite personal attacks or cultural distractions. By rejecting worldly worldviews and trusting God’s sovereignty, Christians can remain effective witnesses within their unique circles of influence, refusing to let suffering or hardship hinder their calling to spread the Gospel.

In Dr. Smith's analysis of Acts 14, he explores the persistent opposition faced by believers. During his missionary journey, Paul heals a man in Lystra, but the crowd misinterprets the miracle through a pagan lens, demonstrating how secular culture often distorts spiritual truth. Hostility peaks when outside agitators incite the public to stone Paul and leave him for dead. Miraculously, Paul recovers and immediately resumes his work, illustrating that "many tribulations" are inherent to the Christian path. Dr. Smith emphasizes that believers must remain focused on the primary mission of making disciples, despite personal attacks or cultural distractions. By rejecting worldly worldviews and trusting God’s sovereignty, Christians can remain effective witnesses within their unique circles of influence, refusing to let suffering or hardship hinder their calling to spread the Gospel.

This podcast episode delivers a critical overview of the current emergency management landscape, with particular emphasis on the heat advisories issued by the National Weather Service for various regions in California. The episode elucidates the heightened risk of heat illness among vulnerable populations due to elevated temperatures, thereby underscoring the necessity for adequate cooling measures. Furthermore, we discuss the emergency proclamation enacted by Hawaii County in response to the March 2026 Kona Low weather event, alongside essential storm updates and shelter information from Maui County as conditions worsen. Additionally, we reflect on the seismic activity reported by the USGS, which reveals numerous minor earthquakes occurring within the last 24 hours, albeit without prompting a national protective response. The episode concludes with an urgent reminder to stay informed and safe amidst these evolving situations.Takeaways:* The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for parts of Coastal California, indicating serious heat illness risks for vulnerable populations.* Hawaii County has declared a state of emergency in response to the March 2026 Kona Low weather event, focusing on public safety measures.* Maui County is actively providing updates regarding storm conditions and shelter information as the weather situation escalates.* In the past 24 hours, the USGS recorded multiple earthquakes globally, yet there is no indication of a national protective response in the United States.* Travel advisories have been updated by the U.S. Department of State, particularly for Azerbaijan, urging reconsideration of travel due to regional hostilities.* Florida's Hillsborough County continues to enforce an emergency ban on open burning due to ongoing emergency conditions.Sponsorhttps://go.emnmedia.com/IWCE2026SourcesNOAA / NWSNWS Bay Area (MTR) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)NWS San Diego (SGX) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard (LOX) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)USGSUSGS — Magnitude 2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day (map/feed entry point)USGS — 2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day (CSV feed)Travel advisoriesU.S. Dept. of State — Azerbaijan International Travel Information (Travel Advisory dated March 12, 2026)HawaiiHawaii County — Emergency Proclamation relating to the March 2026 Kona Low weather eventMaui County — Kona storm update / shelter information (posted March 12, 2026)FloridaHillsborough County, FL — Extension of emergency ban on open burning (issued March 12, 2026) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Something bigger than politics is unfolding: escalating rhetoric, territorial grabs, economic shocks, and large-scale military strikes. Using the Law of One and a chakra-based model of human development, this episode frames our moment as a liminal passage from third to fourth density, where unresolved identity wounds (orange ray) are being amplified by emerging heart-centered energies—producing what the host calls the Great BASH: Bellicose Attitude, Aggressive Actions, Scarred and Scared, and Hope through Hostility. The episode argues that healing begins with clear-eyed diagnosis and personal work: refusing the myth of redemptive violence, doing the foundational orange-ray work of self-knowledge and shadow integration, and practicing recognition instead of retaliation—offering Francis of Assisi's example as a model for encountering the other without becoming what we oppose.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney finished his trip to India this week, marking the start of what he says is a new partnership between the two countries. The relationship between Canada and India has been tense for years, with allegations of Canadian election interference from India and accusations against Indian government agents over the killing of a Sikh-Canadian activist. The Globe's senior parliamentary reporter Steven Chase is on this trip with Carney to India. Today he tells us why this reset in relations is so important for the Canadian government, what deals came out of it, and how Carney makes sense of the trip given the ongoing concerns with India. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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What does real welcome look like in an increasingly tribal world?1:00 – Intro: Faith. No filter.1:42 – Talk about welcome and inclusion2:53 – Tribalism in the church and corporate world7:24 – Positive psychology and the PERMA model8:57 – First Nations Welcome to Country12:14 – Fear, hatred, and the loss of neighborliness13:07 – Hostility and tribalism in sport and politics17:24 – Disneyland: a welcome on steroids30:25 – The three phases of welcomeIn this episode of Filthy Hope, hosts Rev Ness Williams-Henke and Rev Jon Humphries explore the power of welcome in a world increasingly marked by fear, hostility, and tribalism. From corporate culture and positive psychology to First Nations Welcome to Country and even Disneyland, they reflect on what it means to move beyond surface-level friendliness toward genuine inclusion.This episode unpacks the difference between multicultural and cross-cultural communities, the danger of losing neighborliness, and the three phases of true welcome: being greeted warmly, being seen for who you are, and being invited to contribute. It is an honest and hopeful conversation about how the Church and society might rediscover belonging in a divided world.#FilthyHope #ChristianPodcast #WelcomeAndInclusion #ChurchAndCulture #Belonging #PositivePsychology #CrossCultural #FaithInAction #HopeForSociety #FaithNoFilter

Dans ce 31e épisode de Pop-Code, et 1er de la 4ème saison dans laquelle nous sortirons un peu du numérique, nous abordons le film culte "Starship Troopers" sorti en 1997, réalisé par Paul Verhoeven. Le film une guerre interstellaire entre l'humanité et un peuple extraterrestre nommé « Arachnides ». Qualifié de fasciste lors de sa sortie, nous verrons dans cet épisode en quoi ce film est parfait pour traiter l'autoritarisme. Dans cet épisode, on discute de fascisme, d'autoritarisme, de ses moyens (discours, populisme, propagande) et de comment le numérique joue un rôle d'amplificateur. Tout cela avec un invité de marque, professeur en sciences politique : Jérémy Dodeigne.Suivez-nous et donnez-vous votre avis sur notre page Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/the_real_pop_coders?igsh=am05dGxxYnhsZTc5) ou suivez-nous sur Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-simonofski-26793385/).Pour en savoir plus:Dodeigne, J. (2025). Hostility and democratic erosion: introducing the Political Hostility Scale (PHOS). DemocratizationWunsch, N. (2025). Democratic commitment: Why citizens tolerate democratic backsliding. Oxford University Press.Van Scheers, R. (2025). Paul Verhoeven. Aux Forges de Vulcain.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

James 4:1-10Keywords: Repentance, Humility, Friendship, Hostility

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The F.D.A refused to review Moderna's multi-million-dollar new flu vaccine, in what experts is the latest sign that RFK's Health Department is hostile to vaccines. Plus, concerning news about the effects of sitting and on childhood obesity rates.

The F.D.A refused to review Moderna's multi-million-dollar new flu vaccine, in what experts is the latest sign that RFK's Health Department is hostile to vaccines. Plus, concerning news about the effects of sitting and on childhood obesity rates.

The F.D.A refused to review Moderna's multi-million-dollar new flu vaccine, in what experts is the latest sign that RFK's Health Department is hostile to vaccines. Plus, concerning news about the effects of sitting and on childhood obesity rates.

The F.D.A refused to review Moderna's multi-million-dollar new flu vaccine, in what experts is the latest sign that RFK's Health Department is hostile to vaccines. Plus, concerning news about the effects of sitting and on childhood obesity rates.

After Trump's election, many believers assumed cultural hostility toward biblical values in the public square was fading. But subsequent events—from the public celebrations of Charlie Kirk's murder to backlash tied to Christian support for Trump—have shattered what was always an illusion.On this one year anniversary of the release of my book When Culture Hates You, Frank Turek and I discuss what Jesus said about culture's perennial hatred of Christians, why the anger hasn't gone (and won't go) away, why Christians are increasingly blamed for cultural and political unrest (most recently with ICE), and why this moment cannot be explained by politics alone. SHOW NOTES:Get my book, When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square www.amazon.com/When-Culture-Hates-You-Persevering/dp/0736984313Frank's website, CrossExamined: crossexamined.org/Donate to CrossExamined: donor.crossexamined.org/Frank's new kid's book with Brave Books, Milo's Mission: www.bravebooks.com/frank

In this episode of The History-Politics Podcast: Putting the Past to Work, host David Myers speaks with Dalia Dassa Kaye on why U.S.–Iran relations constitute the longest-running hostility in American foreign policy. Dalia argues that while Iranian actions and the regime's post-1979 anti-American ideology are central to the conflict, U.S. policy narratives have also played a decisive role. Repeatedly framing Iran as a permanent rogue state has narrowed the American policy imagination, raised the domestic political costs of engagement, and foreclosed opportunities to test alternative approaches. Across administrations, Republican and Democratic alike, there has often been strategic interest in easing hostility, yet entrenched discourse, fear of appearing “soft,” and political risk have consistently blocked change.Dr. Kaye emphasizes that trauma from the 1979 hostage crisis alone cannot explain policy rigidity, noting moments such as Iran-Contra and post-9/11 cooperation that reveal recurring, if fragile, openings shaped by strategic necessity. Turning to recent developments, she traces today's accelerated escalation to the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal, the regional consequences of October 7th, and the June 2025 Israel–Iran confrontation, arguing that these events fundamentally altered deterrence attempts without producing clear paths to stability.Dr. Dalia Dassa Kaye is a senior fellow at the UCLA Burkle Center for International Relations and director of its Initiative on Regional Security Architectures. A life member of the Council on Foreign Relations, Dalia is an internationally recognized expert on geopolitics and Middle East policy. She has received numerous awards and held previous positions at an array of research and public policy institutions, including as a Fulbright Schuman visiting scholar at Lund University. She is the author of dozens of articles and policy reports, as well as three books, including most recently Enduring Hostility: The Making of America's Iran Policy (Stanford University Press, 2026).

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ephesians with questions centered on rulers and authorities, the armor of God, and the dividing wall of hostility mentioned in Ephesians 2. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Joel Muddamalle to get your questions answered!   To check out Dr. Joel Muddamalle's resources mentioned in this episode, visit:   Website: https://www.muddamalle.com/   Books: The Unseen Battle: https://amzn.to/3NSrVUj The Hidden Peace:https://amzn.to/4kgyVGC

Today we talk about the hostility toward Christians in the world. This hostility is increasing in America today and we talk about this process.

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"We were sent to Alaska to show the flag, explain why we were there, and make sure nobody got hurt. None of that was guaranteed." Notable Moments [00:04:26] Why the Alaska Ranger Task Force was formed [00:06:12] Establishing a ranger presence across 60 million acres [00:10:05] Hostility toward rangers on the ground [00:19:25] Aircraft sabotage and safety risks [00:24:22] Plane burned during task force operations [00:31:10] Defusing a tense confrontation in McCarthy [00:39:36] A landmark game case in Gates of the Arctic [00:46:53] Defining success: restraint and leadership Walt Dabney recounts his experiences as part of the 1979 Alaska Ranger Task Force, a small group sent to establish a National Park Service presence following the proclamation of new national monuments. He shares stories of isolation, hostility, restraint, and leadership during a pivotal moment in public lands history. Read the blog for more from this episode.  Resources www.parkleaders.com https://parkleaders.com/about/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theparkleaders/  

In this message from 1 Peter 3:13-17, Pastor Andrew Coleman addresses how Christians can live securely when obedience to Christ brings friction rather than favor. Peter teaches believers how to respond when following Jesus provokes hostility, misunderstanding, or outright persecution. This passage offers both comfort and challenge: we belong to Christ and are destined for glory, yet we must learn to suffer well, fear God rather than opponents, and bear witness with hope-filled gentleness. Pastor Coleman walks through five key principles for living faithfully in hostile environments. From understanding that suffering for righteousness is sometimes normal, to redirecting our fear from people to God alone, to maintaining a clear conscience when slandered, this sermon equips believers to stand firm. The central call is to honor Christ as Lord in our hearts and be prepared to explain our hope with gentleness and respect when the world asks why we have peace amid pressure. Scripture references: 1 Peter 3:13-17, Isaiah 8:12-13, Matthew 5:10-12, Romans 12:19, 1 Peter 2:21 ________________________________________ Links to Sermon Notes & Answers: ➤Sermon Notes (Blank): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_5efaa2512d9c4ae191d0ccb3c62f699e.pdf ➤Sermon Notes (Answers): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_1e458e019da74c078c193ff371ffd545.pdf ________________________________________ In this video: Review of previous sermons in series Main Points Application ________________________________________ Subscribe to this channel to catch weekly expositional sermons from the Bible. ________________________________________ Explore more sermons and information: https://www.sheridanhills.org/watch-new ________________________________________ Follow us: ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheridanhills/ ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheridanhills01 ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanhills/

From tariff-funded refunds to tough talk with allies, trade has once again become a central theme of Donald Trump's White House. One year into Trump's second mandate, economist Gerald Friedman walks RFI through the reality behind the rhetoric and looks to how the administration may ultimately be judged. One year after Donald Trump returned to the White House, his second administration has wasted little time putting trade at the forefront of policy. Tariffs, the US president insists, are delivering an economic renaissance. Inflation has supposedly all but vanished. The stock market is booming. Trillions of dollars are said to be pouring into the Treasury, with the promise of tariff-funded cheques soon landing in American letterboxes. Critics, Trump has declared, are "fools". Strip away the slogans, however, and the picture looks far less flattering. According to Gerald Friedman, professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Trump's tariff-driven revival is built on shaky foundations – economically incoherent, politically vindictive and geopolitically destabilising. EU readies response to new US tariffs, France braces for fallout The numbers don't add up From an economist's perspective, Friedman says, Trump's claims barely survive contact with reality. “Almost nothing” in the president's upbeat assessment is true. Yes, the stock market is high, but only because a small group of technology giants dominates the indices. Remove them, and the wider market is essentially flat. The idea that tariffs are generating vast new revenues is equally illusory. Tariffs face an unavoidable contradiction: set them high enough to block imports and they raise little money; set them low enough to generate revenue and they fail to protect domestic industry. Either way, the notion that they are filling federal coffers with “trillions” is "fantasy". Friedman notes that “virtually no economists outside of those being paid through Donald Trump … support his tariff regime”, particularly given its random and unsystematic application. What is billed as strategic economic policy looks more like improvisation. Trump's first 100 days: Trade, diplomacy and walking the transatlantic tightrope Illusion of tariff-funded cheques The administration's proposal to issue tariff-funded “refunds” – between $1,000 and $2,000 per household in early 2026 – has clear populist appeal. Economically, Friedman argues, it makes little sense. The US already runs a federal deficit of roughly $1.7 trillion a year, around 6 per cent of GDP. Washington does not need tariffs to send out cheques; it can simply borrow more. The real question is whether it should, particularly after extending large tax cuts for the wealthy that continue to inflate the deficit. There is a deeper irony. Tariffs, Friedman points out, already constitute “the biggest tax increase as a share of GDP that this country has had since the early 1990s”, adding roughly $1,500 a year to household costs through higher prices. Refunding some of that money would merely hand back what had just been taken – while leaving the underlying economic damage untouched. Inflation, eggs and everyday living Trump has repeatedly pointed to falling egg prices as proof that inflation is under control. Friedman underlines that egg prices surged because of bird flu, not economic policy, and fell as the outbreak eased. They are down by about half, not by the 85 per cent the president boasts about – “one of the smaller lies”, as Friedman puts it. Elsewhere, tariffs are doing exactly what economists expect: pushing prices up. Imports such as coffee and bananas cannot realistically be replaced by domestic production. Taxing them feeds directly into the cost of living. Households are paying more, not less. The impact does not stop at consumer prices. Retaliation and uncertainty are quietly undermining export industries. China has cut back on US soybean imports, hurting farmers. Canada is actively reducing its reliance on the US market, deepening ties with Europe and China. Even sectors untouched by tariffs are suffering. Higher education – one of America's largest export earners – is losing foreign students as visas tighten and the country's tourism has also slumped. The combined effect, Friedman warns, is “higher prices and a reduction in employment and wages… ultimately, devastating to the US economy”. Europe's 'Truman Show' moment: is it time to walk off Trump's set? Gunboat diplomacy, with grudges attached For Friedman, Trump's economic policy cannot be separated from his personality. Tariffs have become instruments of pressure and punishment, often driven by personal vendettas rather than strategic calculation. Hostility towards Canada's former prime minister Justin Trudeau, for example, owed as much to personal dislike as to trade policy. This is where economics merges with geopolitics. The US, Friedman argues, is drifting away from the postwar, rules-based order it once championed towards something far older and harsher – “pre-1940”, rather than merely pre-1945. Trade policy is wielded like a weapon, diplomacy reduced to threat and coercion. “Nobody wants to be the one who sticks his head up,” to speak out, Friedman says. Corporate leaders and officials see what happens to dissenters and keep their heads down for fear of investigations, legal costs and political retaliation.  Occupy Wall Street protestors clash with police outside New York Stock Exchange A symptom of deeper failures None of this, Friedman stresses, emerged from nowhere. Echoing arguments made by Greek economist and former left-wing finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, he sees Trump as both cause and symptom. Decades of rising inequality, deindustrialisation and attacks on unions hollowed out large parts of the working class, particularly in the US and Europe. The 2008 financial crisis was explosive. Banks were rescued, executives kept their bonuses, and almost nobody went to jail. The lesson, Friedman says, was clear: the powerful play by different rules. Regions once loyal to centre-left parties – coal country in West Virginia, manufacturing towns across the Midwest – became some of Trump's strongest supporters. Trump did not invent these grievances, but he has channelled them into a politics driven less by repair than by ego and confrontation. Trump says Venezuela's Maduro captured in 'large scale' US strike Judging Trump in 2026 So how should Trump's second presidency be judged as it heads into 2026? Friedman offers a stark metric. Ignore the rhetoric and watch the behaviour of those with real power. Do Republican lawmakers rediscover a spine? Do corporate leaders decide that long-term stability matters more than short-term fear? If they do not, the outlook is bleak. “It's not only the America First agenda,” Friedman says, “it's Trump's personal, ego-driven agenda.” Protests may continue to swell, but without resistance from political and economic elites, the consequences will stretch far beyond the US. In 2026, the results will be difficult to spin away. Tariffs promise strength and sovereignty. What they are delivering, Friedman argues, is higher prices, weaker alliances and a dangerous slide towards a world the US once helped consign to history.

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“Do you think I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I have come to divide people against each other!” (Luke 12:51 NLT) This may come as a shock to you, but the real Christmas story is not about love, peace, harmony, and gathering with family around a crackling fire. The real Christmas story is about conflict. It always has been, and it always will be. In Luke 12:51, Jesus said, “Do you think I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I have come to divide people against each other!” (NLT). One of the most surprising passages in Scripture that deals with the subject of Christmas is Revelation 12. There we find the apostle John’s account of a woman being pursued by a powerful dragon who seeks her death. As she is preparing to give birth to a child, the dragon hovers over her, wanting to destroy the baby. The woman is a picture of Israel, the child is a picture of Jesus Christ, and the dragon is a picture of the devil. That’s Christmas from a heavenly perspective. John’s imagery in Revelation 12 gives us the big picture of what was really happening when God sent His Son into the world. The devil opposed God’s plan and wanted to stop Jesus’ birth. It’s not hard to see how that story is still playing out today, especially at this time of year. The season of giving often turns into a season of giving those who celebrate Christmas a hard time. Hostility toward Christmas seems to escalate a little more every year. More nativity scenes are being removed from public places. Christmas carols are being prohibited in more places. Podcasters and influencers who attack the Christian faith are becoming more and more popular. Many people still object to the use of the word Christmas. All these things are individual battles in the great spiritual conflict of Christmas. We can rejoice in that. Jesus said, “God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way” (Matthew 5:11–12 NLT). Jesus did not come to bring an empty, feel-good peace on earth devoid of truth. Look again at the angel’s message to the shepherds on the night Christ was born. “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased” (Luke 2:14 NLT). The peace that Jesus offers is conditional. It’s hard-earned. It requires sacrifice and purposeful choices on our part. It encourages us to live as He lived, to prioritize God’s will, and to spread His message to others. We will have peace on earth only when we’re pleasing to God. Reflection question: What do you think God is pleased with in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A sober look at global faithfulness serves as a mirror for believers who often forget the cost of following Christ. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar consider the weight of persecution as they reflect on how Christians in Turkey face real danger for sharing the gospel, a stark contrast to the ease of access in the United States. They note that believers in Muslim contexts live with constant questions about government intervention, yet persecution has unified the small Christian remnant. The guys affirm that it is understandable to feel nervous when sharing the gospel, since even Paul had concerns but still chose to obey God rather than man.The conversation shifts to what fuels courage, and the guys return to the cross where hostility met perfect love. They discuss how raising God's truths often sparks tension, which is why gentleness is crucial. Jesus warned that the world would hate His followers just as it hated Him, yet His response to persecution was marked by sacrifice and humility. The early church served instead of retaliating, but once Christianity was Romanized, this attitude changed; the guys encourage believers to recover a Christlike way of fighting for truth, especially when loving enemies feels unnatural.They then consider what believers should do when hostility comes from family. The call is to understand the other person's perspective while remaining faithful. Jesus delivered a perfect message and was still rejected, so modern believers should expect the same. The guys warn that Christians can invite ridicule by arguing instead of witnessing, forgetting that they, too, once stood opposed to the gospel. A humble heart aims to make the message clear so the lost might see their need for the Savior and trust God to bring salvation. Evangelism and discipleship go together, shaped by sincerity and reliance on the Lord.Finally, the guys note that many present-day atheists are less focused on the existence of God and more on social and cultural issues, which is why understanding cultural questions is important. Early believers lacked legal protection but relied on the Spirit, and the guys highlight prayer as the true source of strength. Oscar recalls moments when God made him feel incapable so he would depend on the Lord, while E.Z. often prays that unnecessary anxiousness would be removed. Authenticity cannot be faked, and believers should pray both before and after sharing the gospel. The call is to look to God's greatness, not the world's resistance, remembering that faithfulness often invites opposition rather than applause.Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

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Ephesians 2:11-22 | Aaron Cronen

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God With Us: An Advent Series

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings encourages us to run the race of faith with endurance, laying aside hindrances and fixing our eyes on Jesus, who endured the cross and strengthens us to keep going.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgeCG_fGFrk Podcast audio: In this episode of the Ayn Rand Institute podcast, Ben Bayer and Robertas Bakula examine the key arguments supporting the President's tariffs before the Supreme Court and expose their un-American hostility to the rule of law.  Topics include: Background on the case; Defying the rule of law; Hostility to objective legal interpretation; Tariffs are not foreign policy powers; The absence of an “intelligible principle”; Striking down unconstitutional laws; Un-American arguments and policies; Likely and desirable outcomes. Resources:  Ayn Rand Lexicon, “Law, objective and non-objective” Ayn Rand, “The Nature of Government” Ben Bayer, “The Constitutionally Dubious Law Empowering Trump's ‘Emergency' Tariff Authority” Ben Bayer, “The President Has No “Foreign Policy” Discretion To Impose Sweeping Global Tariffs” Ben Bayer, “The Lawyers Defending Trump's Tariffs Know They're Un-American. Here's How We Can Tell” This episode was recorded on November 13, 2025, and posted on November 19, 2025. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Watch archived podcasts here. Image Credit: David Talukdar / Moment / via Getty Images

It's Warrior Wednesday, join Lionel and Lynn Shaw of Lynn's Warriors as they move from outrage to action against threats aimed at children and families. This week, they expose the biggest threat: Artificial Intelligence (AI), detailing how machine reliance fuels the Dunning-Kruger effect and covering lawsuits against companies like Character AI for bots suggesting self-harm. Learn about the fight to repeal Big Tech's shield, Section 230, and warnings about AI cameras implanted in holiday toys. Plus, Lionel dives into Tucker Carlson's sensational claim of being physically mauled by a demon—was it a spiritual confrontation or documented neurological phenomena like night terrors? We debate the rising cultural rot and the need for a spiritually resonant message beyond politics. We connect the dots on the enduring financial power of the Federal Reserve, distinguishing between the "shadow government" and the Deep State. Finally, laugh along as we confront the hilarious realities of aging, ageism, and the trauma of childhood chores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor & Julie Gunlock discussed: VIDEO: Antifa Protesting TPUSA on Berkeley Campus TRENDING ON X: Cheryl Hines Details Republicans' Kindness, Democrats' Hostility to Kennedy Family VIDEO: Black Lesbian Who Was Banned From Gold's Gym for Complaining About Men in the Women's Locker Room Confronts State Senator Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textRichard Ghazal, the executive director of In Defense of Christians, joined Liz Collin on her podcast.Ghazal said the United States has largely failed to acknowledge “anti-Christian sentiment” that has “a direct causation with the decay in society that we witness.”He spoke about the atrocities of Christian persecution abroad and the significant concerns at home in America.Support the show

Chris Evans and his wife Alba Baptista quietly welcomed their first child — a baby girl. Meanwhile, King Charles is said to be rattled after being heckled about Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein during a recent appearance, with palace insiders fearing public anger is only growing. Britney Spears has been left without support from high-profile friends who have gone silent as the singer’s troubles resurface. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.