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Please enjoy today's Tea Talk with Renée Camila and Sam Roberts, co-founders of Now and Then Herb School and co-producers of the Planting Medicine podcast and radio show on 94.1 KPFA! The Now and Then Herb School focuses on guiding modern herbalism to old magic within a social justice framework.

As we get close to wrapping up 2025, I've been reflecting on how easy it is to let one year slide right into the next without really noticing the growth, the lessons, or the quiet miracles that carried us. For so many years, that was my story—years blending together, a quick “Happy New Year,” and then right back into the routine. But something shifted in me over the last decade. I realized I don't want to simply exist through my years… I want to LIVE them. Fully. Intentionally. With meaning and purpose. And that's what today's episode is all about, ending the year with a WOW. In this episode, we walk through what it looks like to end the year intentionally—with reflection, clarity, courage, and celebration. I talk about writing a letter to myself to acknowledge my accomplishments, the things that didn't go as planned, the lessons I learned, and what I want to carry into the next year. I also share what I've learned about creating WOW moments on purpose: WOW years don't happen by accident. I can't wait to hear how you plan to make 2026 your WOW year! If this episode encourages you, I'd love for you to share it with another woman who might need this message, or leave a review at ratethispodcast.com/ourreimaginedlife so more can find this space and walk this journey with us. I'll see you next week. I love you.

This episode comes from one of RENEW.org's National Gatherings. Interested in joining one of our events? Check out upcoming events here: https://renew.org/resources/events/  Get early access to all of the 2025 RENEW Gathering Breakout Tracks: https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/  Visit RENEW.org for great resources on Disciple Making and Theology.  The Importance of Women's Discipleship: Empowering the Future Join us for an inspiring talk on the transformative power of discipleship, especially among women. Sydney Clayton shares her personal journey from a non-religious upbringing to finding faith through intentional discipleship. She emphasizes the critical role women play in passing down spiritual legacies and outlines three compelling reasons for investing in women's discipleship: Christ's example, the church's health, and cultural impact. Learn practical steps on how to effectively invite, inform, imitate, and innovate in disciple-making, ensuring both men and women unite to further God's kingdom. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background 00:46 The Importance of Discipleship 02:55 Influence of Women in Discipleship 05:09 Three Reasons for Women's Discipleship 11:12 Practical Steps for Discipling Women 16:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this open discussion episode, host Sam Judelson leads conversations about personal creative spaces, inspiration sources, and community resilience.This episode covers:Workspace personalization: How motion designers curate their environments with meaningful objects, from family artwork and memorial pieces to collections like vintage Nancy Drew books, field notes, and anime figurines that fuel creativityCommunity over negativity: Intentionally creating positive spaces by avoiding divisive online engagement, prioritizing people over algorithms, and actively promoting fellow creatives instead of participating in fear-driven discussionsAI narrative construction: Understanding how tech industry narratives are pushed by design to create urgency around adoption, while recognizing that community power remains strong when people band togetherBooks and analog inspiration: Seeking creative fuel from physical media including art books (Spider-Man 2 concept art, Cuphead), typography guides, and philosophy texts rather than feeding from the same online sourcesStrategic online boundaries: Recognizing when social media arguments serve engagement rather than truth, choosing to invest energy in direct relationships and meaningful work instead of public debatesPeer support systems: Building authentic relationships where creatives can share unfiltered experiences and seek advice without judgment, emphasizing that helping others grows the entire communityUpcoming Events:Game night Wednesday, December 3rd - Details on DiscordNext week's call: Bring paper and pencil for a creative exercise led by SamVisit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other conversations from the motion design community!SHOW NOTES:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠Well Control PegboardBrickBlingLogos That LastHope for the FlowersFreedom to CreateThe Last Question short storyThe Art of LoishThe Animator's Survival KitClassic Human Anatomy in MotionAdvertising Concepts and Copy by George FeltonJapanese Design MotiffsThe Power of your Subconscious MindThe War of ArtThe Nordic Theory of EverythingThe Art of Marvel's Spider-Man 2Brandon Zachary Indie Animation InterviewSunny Side Down AnimationJumpStart Designers

Welcome from the snowy MN  I'm so grateful for you! I hope you had a Blessed Thanksgiving Day if you are in the US!  We had lots of family time and Thanksgiving and Christmas activities.  I was really reflecting on this last year for us and all that we have done because of the steps God is taking us through & just how thankful I am for every single day.  The intentional and slow days we are truly blessed with are surely not taken for granted.  This month we have had Grandkids here for almost the whole month & all of that time with them is so special.  If I was working a traditional job, I would not be available as I am now and it really got me thinking about this. Parents drop off kids for 8 to 10  hours a day 5 days a weekThey drive to a job that pays for daycare, their car and home they don't own. Then gov takes 25-40% of income which is the same Gov that created the broken food system where the cheapest calories are the ones that poison you Ingredients banned in other countries, are “totally fine” here in the US We work ourselves to death and then eat food that slowly kills us and that what we call normal. Here is our plan to opt out: We invested in skills that pay-Not another degrees, but skills we can use to work from home for our online business. We try to eat real food while keeping the price down as much as possible, which means cooking from scratch and not eating out or getting takeout.  That is a very RARE occasion here. We make as many products ourselves with natural ingredients such as laundry detergents, soaps and it is usually cheaper and non toxic but with natural ingredients. We don't upgrade our cars, we drive them until they can't run anymore, not because we can't afford it, but because we value giving to causes with eternal rewards rather than looking good for others on earth.  We live for deeper meaning and being the hands and feet of Jesus.  We long to hear Well done, good and faithful servant.   And as a result there is no rat race, just peace here because we have control over the way we live. This is our path out, 1 decision at a time I would love for you to join me on this movement of glorifying God while building a business from home and keeping an intentional life. I believe there is more to life than just running on this hamster wheel most people think is normal.   If you are ready to enjoy every day with the Bigger Plans God has for you, you are in the right place.  Follow me on Instagram @claimingsimplicity as I unpack more of what God is calling me to for you. Blessings, Monica   Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Email -> monica@claimingsimplicity.com Website -> https://stan.store/ClaimingSimplicity        

The media are so busy seeing what they want to see, they miss the real picture. Take President Trump for example. I love President Trump's accessibility. And I appreciate his style. It comes off over the top, but that's how he thinks.For some, his style is off-putting, but it's Trump being Trump.Remember how unbelievably idiotic Biden was, his comments and actions, and the Left would say, “That's Biden being Biden”. Not a problem, unless he's STARTING WARS, or SELLING OUT AMERICA TO THE CHINESE!Trump being Trump means America is winning. And it means something bad is being exposed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this #coachbetter episode Kim talks with Margaret Park. Margaret is an education equity consultant and school leader and Kim attended one of her sessions at the EARCOS Leadership Conference last year. Her session was so insightful and Kim made so many connections to instructional coaching that Kim knew she would have so much more to share with you, too! In this episode Margaret and Kim talk about... What it means to be inclusive How coaches and leaders can recognize their positionality Engaging those who may not be interested in exploring their positionality How coaches and leaders can be intentional about bringing a lens of equity and inclusion into their daily practices How coaches and leaders can work together to create inclusive workplace cultures  This episode is full of concrete strategies and practices that you can use immediately to powerfully impact your own practice and your school culture. We all have a responsibility to create inclusive spaces, and coaches can be a big part of creating that culture in our schools.  Find the show notes for this episode here. Let's Connect: Our website: coachbetter.tv EduroLearning on LinkedIn EduroLearning on Instagram EduroLearning on YouTube Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Join our #coachbetter Facebook group Learn with Kim Explore our courses for coaches Watch a FREE workshop Read more from Kim: Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership (book) Fostering a Culture of Growth and Belonging: The Multi-Faceted Impact of Instructional Coaching in International Schools (chapter) The Landscape of Instructional Coaching in International Schools (chapter)  

Pastor Boldin1 Thessalonians 5:16-18Worship through the Ministry of Teaching the Word!Need Prayer or Want to Give your Life to Christ?email: prayer.request@strivinghome.org.We will pray with you or for you!Get Involved: www.strivinghome.org

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Gratitude isn’t just an action—it’s a heart posture rooted in worship. Psalm 100:1-5 calls us to “shout for joy to the Lord” and “enter his gates with thanksgiving,” reminding us that praising God and offering thanks should overflow from our daily lives. When we intentionally create space for gratitude, whether in prayer, family life, or personal devotion, our hearts are renewed, joy is cultivated, and worship becomes a natural response to God’s goodness and faithfulness. Highlights Psalm 100 emphasizes joyful, heartfelt worship as the foundation of gratitude. Giving thanks is both an opportunity and a command—acknowledge God’s goodness in every season. Intentionally making space in your life for gratitude and prayer prevents busyness from crowding out thankfulness. Worship leads to joy: as we praise God, our hearts naturally overflow with gladness. Gratitude involves both personal reflection and communal expression, encouraging family and others to share in thanksgiving. God’s steadfast love and faithfulness span generations, giving us a secure foundation for praise. Practical tools like gratitude calendars or journals can help integrate thanksgiving into daily routines. Gift Inspiration: Crosswalk's Holiday Gift Guide Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate the season? Check out our Holiday Gift Guide—from beautifully illustrated Bibles and devotionals to novels, greeting cards, and picture books, there’s something for everyone on your list. Wrap up stories for loved ones, tuck a book into your own nightstand, and join us in celebrating the wonder of giving this Christmas! Full Transcript Below: Psalm-Powered Gratitude for Any Season By: Laura Bailey Bible Reading: “Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” - Psalm 100:1-2 NIV Recently, I purchased a magnetic calendar for our fridge to keep everyone in the family in the loop on our schedule. As a bonus to the calendar feature, there was a spot for prayer requests, gratitude, and to-do lists. For the first few weeks, I filled every section of the calendar to the brim. I invited my girls to add prayer requests, items they were thankful for, and activities they would like to do. Yet, as the weeks passed, the boxes containing our schedule continued to overflow, and eventually took over our gratitude and prayer request boxes. Oddly enough, the “to-do” section continued to grow exponentially, even though our schedule was already maxed out.As I stared at the calendar, I felt a familiar pang of Holy Spirit conviction. I knew He was gently nudging me to make some space for the gratitude and prayer request section. The reality was, my family was in an intense state of burnout, and looking at the calendar was a visual reminder of our misplaced priorities. We’d neglected to take time to offer gratitude, to linger over the many blessings, the abundance of grace and mercy bestowed on our family by a loving God. We were so internally focused that we neglected the needs of our brothers and sisters in Christ. When I was little, my church choir teacher would always start our time together with Psalm 100, specifically focusing on the call to “make a joyful noise.” I am not sure how joyful we were, but we surely did take the command to “shout the Lord’s goodness” to heart. Knowing I needed some psalm-packed gratitude, I turn to Psalm 100, allowing the “Psalm for giving thanks” to penetrate and encourage my weary heart.“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.” - Psalm 100:1-5 This Psalm celebrates our opportunity to come before the Lord and worship. Far too often, I take for granted the luxury to enter the House of the Lord without opposition. Most Sundays, I come before the Lord out of obligation, not opportunity, to praise and offer gratitude for all He has done. Psalm 100 is an invitation to worship the Creator of the universe. To shout for joy, to the ends of the earth, letting everyone know that God is good! When we bow before the Lord in humble submission and with an abundance of thanksgiving, our hearts will naturally overflow and produce joy and gladness.We are called to know God on a personal level, not just “know about Him,” but to seek an intimate connection to our Heavenly Father. God created us physically, but also made us a new creation in Christ — spiritually, those who’ve accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior. We enter God's House with thankful hearts, giving Him the glory and honor for all things. We praise Him for He is good, His love is steadfast ( firmly fixed), and endures forever. God is faithful; He is the God of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. He can be trusted to keep His promises for all generations! Meditating on this Psalm naturally leads me to thanksgiving and to praising the Lord. As I looked at my calendar, I began to wipe away the things that didn’t really matter but were taking up space in our lives and hearts. I made room to allow my family members to add all the ways the Lord has been gracious. I opened up space, so our family can petition for others in prayer. One of my favorite songs I sang in our children’s choir was a little chorus that went like this, “God is so good, God is so good, God is so good, He’s so good to me.” Let us remember that it is good, and cherish the gift of worshiping, praising, and offering thanksgiving to the Lord. Intersecting Faith & Life:Take time today to think about how you approach worship. Are you like me, prone to attend out of obligation, or is your heart joyful at the opportunity to “enter His courts with praise”? How can you keep a mindset of gratitude and praise for our Heavenly Father? Further Reading: Psalm 137 Psalm 107 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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The Lord Jesus Christ is here to speak what the Father says through His Spirit to give us crucial daily instruction. This is something that speaks to ALL of us, whether we realize it or not. Will we listen, receive and heed CONTINUALLY and HABITUALLY and INTENTIONALLY?

In this episode, we explore gratitude in every season — not just when life feels perfect. Take a moment to breathe, reflect, and receive a heartfelt prayer for peace, community, and joy.Music from Canva: Thanksgiving Day (Holiday) by PineAppleMusicHappy Thanksgiving from My Heart to Yours~LAFounder, Lesson in Everyday LLC

Your brand isn't just the polished stuff you planned during your rebrand or mapped out in a Google Doc.It's also the unintentional trail you're leaving behind: The throwaway content you post just to stay visible, the clients you take on because you had bandwidth (even though the work doesn't light you up), that random rant you posted on stories that doesn't actually reflect who you are as a service provider.All of it speaks. And all of it's telling a story, whether you meant for it to or not.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS→ How every piece of content shapes perception, and why you can't control which post becomes someone's first impression of you→ The trust gap that forms when your behind-the-scenes content contradicts your polished front-facing brand→ Real examples of how diluting your brand happens—Follow me on Instagram at @pane.marketingSubscribe to my newsletter The Content Pour-Over for your brand's boost of content clarity every Wednesday! Interest

When you think of Thanksgiving, what's the first thing that comes to your mind? Family? Friends? Folklore? The parts of your life that fill you with gratitude? Well, here at Intentionally Blank, we turn our minds to Taylor Swift and how Thanksgiving dinners tell us what "Era" of her career we are! Brandon and Dan embrace their inner Swifties, now and evermore. Take the quiz here! - https://www.buzzfeed.com/supertortoise991/plan-your-perfect-thanksgiving-and-weall-revealWant to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

Jacqueline Smith and Ryan Greigg explore the balancing act of pursuing physical goals while addressing personal challenges. They discuss Ryan's upcoming Kilimanjaro climb and marathon goals, contrasted with his journey towards sobriety and mindful living. Jacqueline reflects on intentionality in her marathon aspirations and overcoming personal limitations. The duo candidly shares insights into the impact of substances on health and the importance of emotional presence. This episode emphasizes blending physical achievements with personal growth, offering listeners a holistic approach to fitness and well-being. ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/ryanparkgreigg/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network  

Professor, podcaster, and mom of two Danielle McGeough shares how a "muck moment" after tenure led her to rebuild capacity and joy using playful planning, micro-experiments, and identity-aligned rituals. We cover her hybrid (paper + digital) approach, why boredom makes us brilliant, the difference between to-do goals and to-be goals, and how to let the how emerge once you're crystal clear on the what. You'll leave with simple practices to create space, protect energy, and actually enjoy your calendar again. In This Episode From overwhelm to agency The night planning that changed everything Using your calendar as data (energy, resistance, patterns) Planning parties, stickers, and making productivity feel like self-care Vision method: values, intention, seasonal capacity, a word as a filter Habits vs. rituals (presence practices that invite meaning) Daily Top 3: mixing to-do goals with to-be goals (how you'll show up) Hybrid planning: digital for appointments, paper for thinking clearly Grace for caregiving seasons + the power of margin and boredom Try This! Daily Top 3: list 2 to-dos and 1 to-be (the energy you'll bring). Calendar as Data: mark one ✨ task that lit you up and one ⚡ that drained you; adjust next week accordingly. Connect  with Danielle — Website & Podcast: Plan, Go, Plan → plangoplan.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plangoalplan Stories on Danielle's LinkedIn:  Connect with Jen: Join Manifestation Playground → HERE IG: @manifestationandmoneypodcast Email: the4leaflifestyle@gmail.com  

Grab my free e-course, where I break down job titles, salary ranges, and employers hiring macro social workers right now. Here is the link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://macroandpaid.com/---Social workers are living through one of the biggest career shifts our field has seen in a long time. And the truth is this: so many of you are doing work every single day that carries weight, complexity, intention, and real impact, but the way you describe your work experiences is quietly minimizing the depth of what you're contributing to the organizations, communities, and populations you work with as a case manager.In this episode of the Macro Social Work Your Way Podcast with Marthea Pitts, MSW, I walk through the three most common ways social workers unintentionally devalue their social work career experience without even realizing it. Because the truth is the tiny details you skip over. The moments you downplay. The stories you tell without telling the whole process. Intentionally or unintentionally. All of it shapes how people read your value in the job market.I'm breaking down how this shows up, how it impacts your career confidence, and how it affects how hiring managers read your experience when you're applying and competing for macro social work jobs. This conversation is honest, real, and necessary, especially for social workers who know they are ready for more significant work but have not been taught how to discuss what they've already accomplished.If you want to learn how to identify your most valuable transferable skills, translate them to macro social work employers, and position your experience to compete for macro social work jobs, work with me inside the next cohort of the Micro to Macro Career Accelerator. Click here to join the waitlist --> https://macroandpaid.com/Happy macro career planning,Marthea Pitts, MSW Podcast: Macro Social Work Your Way with Marthea Pitts, MSWHosted by Marthea Pitts, MSW — Macro Social Work Career CoachKeywords: social work, macro social work, social work career coach, macro social work jobs, MSW careers, social work career development

Join us on Mighty Wind Broadcasting Network TV and be encouraged in your walk with Christ! Be intentional with gratitude this Thanksgiving season as you focus on Jesus Christ, the author and perfecter of our faith, and enter into His gates with thanksgiving and praise, Psalms 100:4. Center your heart on the Lord and discover the abundant blessings He has for you. www.mwbn.tv www.cathycoppola.org www.houseofglorychurch.org

Join us on Mighty Wind Broadcasting Network TV and be encouraged in your walk with Christ! Be intentional with gratitude this Thanksgiving season as you focus on Jesus Christ, the author and perfecter of our faith, and enter into His gates with thanksgiving and praise, Psalms 100:4. Center your heart on the Lord and discover the abundant blessings He has for you. www.mwbn.tv www.cathycoppola.org www.houseofglorychurch.org

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The bistro is open for Brandon and Dan as they expand on the best burger tier list. Culver's makes an appearance, working hard to win Dan over; and Brandon tells us all the best breakfast places. All that and more on this episode of Intentionally Blank!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

When life feels peaceful and marriage is running smoothly, it's easy to let your guard down—but what if those "good seasons" are actually when spiritual warfare works most subtly? In this episode, Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy talk about how the enemy can creep in through comfort and complacency, why couples should stay spiritually alert even when things feel calm, and how to build rhythms that keep you rooted in God and each other. From prayer and gratitude practices to regular marriage check-ins, we'll explore how to protect your marriage from drifting and use the good seasons as opportunities for growth, connection, and deeper faith.   Main Takeaways: Spiritual warfare doesn't stop in the good seasons. Comfort can lead to drift if couples aren't intentional. Good seasons are opportunities for spiritual strengthening.   Quotes from This Episode: Complacency is the quiet thief in marriage—it's the gradual drifting apart that happens when you think everything is okay. The enemy attacks most fiercely when we let our guard down in times of comfort; be vigilant, even in the good seasons. Spiritual battles aren't always sudden explosions. Sometimes, it's the everyday neglect that chips away at your relationship, step by step. Your marriage is always on a journey—it's either moving forward or sliding backward. Choose to advance, even if you stumble. Use seasons of peace to intentionally invest and protect your relationship.   Couples' Conversation Guide: When things are going really well for us, do you ever notice ways we might start drifting spiritually or emotionally? How can we stay alert together?" Are there small habits or signs you've noticed in our marriage that show we're getting a little complacent? What could we do to course-correct? "During the good seasons, what's one thing we could start doing together—like prayer, gratitude, or reading Scripture—that would help strengthen our marriage and faith?"   Mentioned in this episode: Awesome Marriage is on Instagram! Need to establish the rhythm of intentionality in your marriage? Use our FREE Weekly Marriage Check in Guide We gathered all 685 answers, organized them into the top 10 themes, and added 1 practical step for each theme so husbands can better meet their wife's needs.

When life feels peaceful and marriage is running smoothly, it's easy to let your guard down—but what if those "good seasons" are actually when spiritual warfare works most subtly? In this episode, Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy talk about how the enemy can creep in through comfort and complacency, why couples should stay spiritually alert even when things feel calm, and how to build rhythms that keep you rooted in God and each other. From prayer and gratitude practices to regular marriage check-ins, we'll explore how to protect your marriage from drifting and use the good seasons as opportunities for growth, connection, and deeper faith.   Main Takeaways: Spiritual warfare doesn't stop in the good seasons. Comfort can lead to drift if couples aren't intentional. Good seasons are opportunities for spiritual strengthening.   Quotes from This Episode: Complacency is the quiet thief in marriage—it's the gradual drifting apart that happens when you think everything is okay. The enemy attacks most fiercely when we let our guard down in times of comfort; be vigilant, even in the good seasons. Spiritual battles aren't always sudden explosions. Sometimes, it's the everyday neglect that chips away at your relationship, step by step. Your marriage is always on a journey—it's either moving forward or sliding backward. Choose to advance, even if you stumble. Use seasons of peace to intentionally invest and protect your relationship.   Couples' Conversation Guide: When things are going really well for us, do you ever notice ways we might start drifting spiritually or emotionally? How can we stay alert together?" Are there small habits or signs you've noticed in our marriage that show we're getting a little complacent? What could we do to course-correct? "During the good seasons, what's one thing we could start doing together—like prayer, gratitude, or reading Scripture—that would help strengthen our marriage and faith?"   Mentioned in this episode: Awesome Marriage is on Instagram! Need to establish the rhythm of intentionality in your marriage? Use our FREE Weekly Marriage Check in Guide We gathered all 685 answers, organized them into the top 10 themes, and added 1 practical step for each theme so husbands can better meet their wife's needs.

For Christians, giving thanks to the Lord is a year-around event—it's not limited to the Thanksgiving holiday. And one of the most valuable benefits of making a habit of giving thanks to God is that it helps us to keep our focus on Him no matter what our circumstances. Let's find out more about the discipline of giving thanks, here, on Foreshadows Report!Learn more about Steve and his books at https://SteveMillerResources.comProduced by Unmutable™

Where in your business or relationships is the risk due to a lack of communication?In this episode, Jeff and Austin discuss: Using business to fulfill a higher purpose.Blessings and challenges of taking over a family business. Intentionally building your family business. Asking the questions and facilitating communication between generations.  Key Takeaways: Start with something small and let God grow it. You'll be amazed at what occurs when you look back. If you want to bring a child into the business with you, start to loop them in even before they're fully integrated into the company, allowing them to learn and grow. Family businesses will change from generation to generation as the world changes and evolves. What matters are the values and overall mission. Don't let the business separate the relationships between generations.   "Best practice, the transition is way more of a journey than an action. To make it smooth, there are so many facets to it that you have to think about ahead of time." —  Austin Ochs Episode References: HBR Family Business Handbook: amazon.com/Harvard-Business-Review-Family-Handbook/dp/1633699048About Austin Ochs: Austin Ochs is a devoted follower of Jesus, a husband, and a proud father of three boys. A graduate of Wheaton College and former collegiate basketball player, he brings a strong foundation in teamwork, discipline, and leadership to both his business ventures and coaching. As CEO of Capital III, Seat King, and Electrex, Austin leads with a passion for building world-class companies that deliver economic, social, and spiritual impact. He believes faith, family, and business are inseparably linked—and is committed to leading with purpose, integrity, and service. Connect with Austin Ochs:Website: https://www.capitaliii.com/ & https://www.seatkingllc.com/ &  https://www.electrexinc.com/  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Welcome back to The Fit & Fulfilled Podcast. In this episode we discuss:What it really means to “be in alignment” while manifestingThe energy that makes you so magnetic to every one of your desiresThe purpose behind everything in your life, including your toughest & most painful moments Opening yourself up to the kind of connection, peace & fulfilment you desire Intentionally stepping into a new version of yourself so that you can step into a new reality  Private Coaching with KhushbuShort-Term Coaching Options with KhushbuWatch The Going ALL IN Manifestation MasterclassJoin Seal The DealWays To Work TogetherTake The Quiz To Figure Out Which Manifesting Bubble You're Currently Stuck InWatch 'Be It To See It' MasterclassClick here more details & to apply for my 1:1 coaching program Uplevel Your LifeAccess the Freedom From Fear WorkshopJoin Calm, Cool & CreatingJoin School of Magnetic ConnectionWatch 'Be It To See It' MasterclassAccess the Money Manifestation MasterclassClick here to read some of the amazing outcomes my clients have manifested for themselvesFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for being here. If you aren't already, come join the party over on:Instagram: @khushbu.kweighWebsite: https://kthadani.com/

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Government Shutdown Context The shutdown lasted over 40 days, beginning October 1 and ending after a Senate vote (60–40) and subsequent House approval. A stopgap funding measure was passed to keep the government operating until January 30, while negotiations for a long-term appropriations bill continue. Political Narrative Democrats are responsible for the shutdown, accusing them of: Blocking votes to fund programs like SNAP (food stamps). Intentionally prolonging the shutdown to harm Americans and blame Trump. Republicans are portrayed as consistently voting for “clean” funding extensions. Impact of Shutdown Economic and social harm cited: Missed paychecks for over 1 million federal workers. 20,000 flight cancellations/delays due to air traffic controller shortages. Disruption of SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans. Financial strain on contractors and small businesses. President Trump’s Remarks Trump’s speech during the signing of the bill includes: Accusations of Democratic “extortion” and prioritizing illegal immigrants. Calls to terminate the filibuster to prevent future shutdowns. Celebration of economic achievements: record stock market highs, lower gas prices, and tax cuts. Criticism of Obamacare, proposing direct payments to citizens for healthcare instead of insurance companies. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells confront the Internet's toughest questions this week. What makes a sandwich a sandwich? How many holes does a straw have? Is water wet? Find the answer to all this and more on today's episode of Intentionally Blank!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

Are you letting anxiety and the need to play it safe hold you hostage in your relationships and personal growth? Too often, fear—of rejection, failure, or the unknown—becomes the invisible fence shaping our actions. Perfectionism, procrastination, overthinking, and the constant urge to avoid discomfort can shrink our lives, leaving us disconnected from our true selves and the people we care about most. In this episode, we explore how fear influences perfectionism, anxiety, and avoidance in our relationships and daily lives. Discover compassionate approaches to working with anxiety—learning why fighting it doesn't work, and how, instead, our willingness to acknowledge, understand, and even befriend discomfort can become a gateway to deeper connection and greater freedom. Through practical tools and real-world strategies like "uncertainty workouts," values-based action, and self-compassion, this episode aims to help you navigate the messy, beautiful process of showing up more authentically for yourself and those you care about. Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona is on a mission to help people break free from ineffective, play-it-safe patterns so they can begin living rich, purposeful, and meaningful lives. A trained psychologist, she is the author of seven books and co-author of two more. Her expertise has led her to present workshops at both national and international conferences. She also runs a boutique therapy and coaching practice that specializes in the application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for anxiety. Passionate about her work, she delights in creating personalized resources for every client she serves.   Episode Highlights 06:03 The interconnectedness of anxiety and its impact on life. 09:07 The importance of accepting anxiety instead of fighting it. 10:02 Using values to guide responses and reduce anxiety's control. 13:50 The need to tolerate discomfort in relationships. 18:53 Navigating fear of commitment and embracing uncertainty. 22:49 Building tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty. 24:32 How avoiding uncomfortable emotions can increase suffering and relates to trauma and emotional regulation. 29:52 Values-based exposure and compassionate approaches to fear. 33:41 Developing micro skills for managing difficult conversations. 35:41 Integrating self-compassion and Wise Moves for anxiety management. 38:01 Practical resources, parenting insights, and closing reflections.   Your Check List of Actions to Take Take a moment to pause with a deep inhale and exhale, noticing sensations in your body before engaging in difficult conversations or when feeling anxious. Instead of fighting anxiety, recognize it as a protective part of your humanity and make room for it. When anxiety arises, ask yourself what truly matters to you in that moment to guide your response. Embrace uncomfortable feelings in relationships without avoidance, viewing them as essential for growth and authenticity. Intentionally expose yourself to uncertainty in small, manageable ways (like trying a new restaurant or activity) to build tolerance. When fear surfaces, actively choose actions that align with your core values—even if they feel difficult. Treat yourself with gentleness during moments of avoidance, procrastination, or anxiety, recognizing your effort and courage. When facing a fearful situation, pause and check in with your body and thoughts, then proceed with intentionality rather than rushing through.   Mentioned The ACT Workbook for Teens with OCD (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Living Beyond OCD Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Escaping the Emotional Roller Coaster (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Parenting a Troubled Teen (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Acceptance and Commitment Skills for Perfectionism and High-Achieving Behaviors (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) The ACT Workbook for the Anxious Procrastinator (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Dr. Z's Online Classes (link) ERP 461: How to Increase Psychological Flexibility for Healthy Relationships — An Interview with Dr. Steven Hayes ERP 238: How To Find Your Emotional Balance In Relationship 12 Relationship Principles to Strengthen Your Love (free relationship guide) (pdf)   Connect with Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona Websites: thisisdoctorz.com | eastbaybehaviortherapycenter.com Facebook: facebook.com/EastBayBehaviorTherapyCenter | facebook.com/Dr-Z-102029237841421 X: twitter.com/DrZ_behaviorist YouTube: linkedin.com/in/patricia-e-zurita-ona-psy-d-949b5a15 Instagram: instagram.com/dr.z.passionatebehaviorist  

Have we forgotten how to be neighbors?In a world where garage doors close faster than conversations begin, loneliness has quietly become one of the biggest epidemics of our time. We scroll endlessly but rarely connect deeply. We crave belonging but hide behind walls—both physical and emotional. What if the answer to our disconnection wasn't digital… but deeply personal?In this episode, Ty Dannenbring and Jeff Dillon, co-authors of Party in the Front—a powerful reminder that community starts right outside your front door.Ty and Jeff aren't just talking about connection; they live it. As longtime friends with backgrounds in ministry, coaching, and creative leadership, they bring a refreshing blend of warmth, humor, and biblical depth to the conversation. Together, they've turned their own neighborhoods into living examples of what it means to love God, love your neighbor, and bring life back to your street.Through honest stories and real-world examples, Ty and Jeff share how small acts of visibility and vulnerability—hosting a BBQ, talking to a neighbor, being present—can transform isolation into belonging. They remind us that authentic relationships require courage, and that true community begins when we choose to show up.Whether you're a young man seeking brotherhood, a parent craving connection, or a leader looking to build stronger relationships, this episode will challenge you to step forward in faith and rediscover the power of presence.Because community isn't found—it's built. And it starts with you.Quotes:"Community is possible and community is powerful.""There are a lot of barriers to community and relationship in our world today—some are outside of us, some are inside of us—but when we're willing to face those barriers, that's where we see community start to happen.""We were created to know other people and to be known… that's something in us, something we believe God placed in us."Actionable Takeaways:Shift from isolation to connection: Intentionally spend time in communal spaces—like your front yard—to meet and engage with neighbors or others nearby.Practice vulnerability: Share honestly about your challenges and ask for help when needed to build deeper, authentic relationships.Identify and confront barriers: Reflect on both physical and emotional barriers (e.g., fences, fear, social discomfort) that prevent connecting with others, and take one step to overcome them.Find and nurture your community: Seek out groups or individuals who share your interests and invite them to join you in activities or discussions, even if it means reaching out beyond your comfort zone.Serve with your strengths: Use your unique skills or passions to contribute to your community—whether that's organizing an activity, offering help, or starting a new group.Conclusion:In a culture obsessed with independence, Party in the Front calls us back to interdependence—the kind of connection we were created for. Ty and Jeff remind us that every meaningful friendship, every strong family, and every thriving community begins with one brave decision: to move from hiding to hospitality.So open the door. Step outside. Be the neighbor who starts the conversation.Because the life you've been longing for might be waiting… right in front of you.

Things are crazy in these streets, but what if you kept your head and didn't move too much to the left and are perfectly positioned for the melt-up that is about to happen? Embracing chaos as a source for positive change is a powerful mindset shift. Instead of viewing disruption as a disaster to be resisted, you can learn to see it as the energy of possibility—a necessary period of deconstruction before a better creation can emerge. This process requires retaining hope and using the pause created by the chaos to your advantage. This week is a compilation of previously published segments where I explore intentionally seeking peace and speaking positivity into my life.  Thank you for listening! Read more about AfroDruid Magic Elixir https://linktr.ee/tnfroisreading Racing to Buy Crypto!!! Yes, I can...Create my coin...Our rituals involve burning zeroes. Read about the financial evolution #AfroDruids $ROOTS Initial Sprouting https://tr.ee/8SIz1J4rNI Contact us on: Blue Sky: @tvfoodwinegirl.bsky.social Threads: www.threads.net/@tnfroisreading Instagram: @tnfroisreading Facebook: TNFroIsReading Bookclub You know your girl is on her hustle, support the show by navigating to: Dale's Angel's Store...For Merch Promo Code: tnfro Writer's Block Coffee Ship A Bag of Dicks Promo Code: tnfrogotjokes Don't forget to drop me a line at tnfroisreading@gmail.com, comments on the show, or suggestions for Far From Beale St additions. #CryptoTrading #CryptoAirdrop #CryptoAlert @akrapheal  #AfroDruids #crypto #cryptocurrency #memecoin with a mission

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Text your thoughts and questions!It's far too easy to get caught up in a relentless cycle of stress and negative thinking in the world we live in. You want to feel calm, resilient, and finally break free from that stuck loop of worry, but where do you start? On this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I am joined by happiness coach Julie Leonard to discuss a path that leads to less overwhelm and a more intentionally happy life. Julie Leonard is a life coach, author, and self-proclaimed happiness evangelist based in Munich, Germany. After overcoming her own challenges with anxiety and a negative inner dialogue, Julie dedicated her career to understanding and sharing the science of happiness. With a background in psychology and experience in mental health, she specializes in helping women change limiting beliefs and negative thinking into positive action. Her mission is to share practical tools and knowledge to help people navigate life and live a more intentionally happy life, focusing on what is truly within their control.In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Julie shares how happiness isn't just about avoiding struggle but about building the internal tools to handle what life throws at you. Our conversation provides you with actionable advice you can take today to cultivate resilience and live a more proactive, positive life. Julie and I cover the following topics:The difference between stress and distress. Identifying what true happiness looks like, separate from external validation or material gain.The societal and cultural messages that lead us to seek outward solutions for an inward problem.Practical strategies for taking back control and living a more intentional and happier life. You have more control over your happiness than you think. Now is the time to embrace that control and commit to building your own resilience toolkit. Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH JULIE LEONARD:InstagramWebsiteCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Ep 41 (Original Episode)Ep 197Self-Care Podcast PlaylistDance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny

Motherhood, or even life as a busy women, can be all encompassing. And sadly for many of us, that means there is little room for creativity. But what if motherhood and creativity don't have to compete? What if tapping into your creative spark, even in small, imperfect ways, can bring you joy, healing and a deeper sense of self?My guest this week, Ashlee Gadd reminds us that creativity isn't a luxury, it's a lifeline. It's one of the ways we rediscover who we are, even when we feel lost in the noise of everyday life. So join us for this rich and powerful conversation that is a necessary listen for those wanting to create a life of intention!Find Ashlee hereFollow her on Instagram••• Love the show? Leave a five star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on Apple Podcasts — it means the world to me and helps more women find the simple + intentional podcast Join my email list for updates, tips + inspiration by downloading your free intentional living guide here Instagram @simpleintentional Read www.simpleintentional.com Want more support? Work with me one-on-one: hello@simpleintentional.com

In this episode, I share an actionable and energetic plan for imagining and creating your next level of success as an artist!Experience my FREE masterclass, Awakening the Heroine: aligning energy and action for artistic acclaim, flow, and fortune, by ⁠CLICKING HERE! ⁠Enter the Creative Heroine podcast contest! Winner gets a podcast interview. To enter, write a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it and send it to me on IG at @thecreativeheroines or email jlibor@jessicalibor.com . Until December 1.Read & subscribe to my substack, Painting the Realm of Forms: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jessicalibor.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And join our Discord here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/SB2YY5NrnF⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for my free upcoming masterclass here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/b95c65c94acc/manifesting-for-artists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out all of our courses and coaching: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thecreativeheroines.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can explore my art here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jessicalibor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for listening!!

Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells take this Intentionally Blank episode to iron out which fast food company really has teh best burger when your on the road. As one of there most official tangents yet, a few side tracked thoughts into how some restaurants are surviving and food heists. Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

Daily Dose of Hope November 5, 2025   Scripture – John 15   Prayer:  Almighty Father, You always know what is best for us.  Thank you for that.  We are sorry for the ways that we resist.  Help us to want what you want for us.  Help us to want to be patient, to want to be kind, to want to be obedient.  Conform our will, Lord,  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading plan.  As most of you know, we are right in the middle of a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we are deep diving into John 15.   The Scripture that we read from John 15 is incredibly powerful.  Jesus says, "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener.  He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me."   Jesus is talking to his followers about how to walk closely with him, essentially what it means to be a disciple.  What is a disciple? A good working definition, for our purposes, is  an apprentice, someone who wants to learn all they can from another person so they will do what they do and become like them.  To be a disciple of Jesus, that means we have to actively learn about Jesus, know him, become like him.   And this Scripture gives us a really important clue as to what it means to be a disciple of Jesus.  A disciple remains in Jesus. Older translations use the term abide. To remain or abide in Jesus means not simply to have said yes to Jesus, but to have a connection with Jesus, we are in union with him, we stay with him, we rest in him. Let's think about this. The presence of Jesus is always with us through the power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus is always there, but we tend to move away from him. Jesus is saying here, remain in me. Stay close to me, stay connected to me, stay in conversation with me. How do we do this?  Well, through prayer, reading Scripture, worship, and other spiritual disciplines. If we don't pray, if we don't read the Bible, if we don't worship, we will not feel connected to Jesus. We are not remaining in him and the result will be evident. We will feel dry, parched, alone, we will start to gradually make choices that don't represent who we are in Jesus, the world will begin to seep in, gradually, so gradually sometimes that we don't even notice.   I've used the teacup example before.  If you drink tea (and use teabags), then you are either a dipper or a steeper.  If you dip that teabag in the water, you go up and down and up and down and the tea never gets that strong.  A lot of people are like that with faith.  They are dippers.  They dip into prayer and dip out of prayer.  They dip into Bible study and dip out of Bible study.  They dip into church and dip out of church.  But Jesus wants us to be steepers.  He wants us to steep in prayer, Bible study, and worship.  He wants us to soak in his presence so we are like really strong tea.   Now, part of abiding is to acknowledge that we need Jesus and are totally dependent on Jesus. Think about this---the branch is totally dependent on the vine. Without the vine, the branch is useless, lifeless, powerless. Sap flows from the vine to the branch, supplying it with water, minerals, and nutrients that make it grow. And believers receive the "sap" of Christ's grace through our life-giving connection to him. Intentionally remaining in Jesus is recognizing that we can't do this life alone. We need Jesus. I need daily, sometimes hourly, times of prayer to abide with Jesus.  How are you doing abiding in Jesus?  (Use a scale of 1 to 10 right now to assess how well you abide in Christ, 1 being not at all and 10 being totally soaking him in all the time).   Let's take a look at the next part of the Scripture, John 15:5-8, "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.  If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.  This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."   So we can see the other characteristic of a true disciple is producing fruit.  When we abide or remain in Jesus, then fruit should be the natural result.  Resting in Jesus makes us changed people – our attitudes are different, our behavior is different, it's noticeable.  We are more patient, more kind, more loving, more generous, more gentle; basically, we look more like Christ.  We bear fruit not by squeezing it out of ourselves but because we are extensions of the vine, pruned by the gardener.   Think about a grapevine.  I've never been very successful growing grapes in Florida but most of us have seen a grapevine at some point.  They are typically grown on a trellis.  They have to be pruned and trimmed by the gardener in order to produce new healthy branches that bear fruit.  If you don't prune, then you are going to have a lot of leafy green but it won't produce new branches that bear fruit.  It will look good but it won't produce anything.  And the point is of course, not simply to look pretty on the trellis, but to actually produce some fruit.   Of course, our purpose is not simply to look good, to look Godly or righteous, but to ACTUALLY produce fruit.  So, God may need to prune us to ensure that happens.  I used to be afraid of God's pruning, but I've found in my own life that God prunes me because he loves me. He wants to remove those things in my life that are hindering my spiritual growth.  This could mean bad habits, bad relationships, things that are toxic, generally anything that is getting in the way of me becoming the person God wants me to be. Sometimes God removes things directly (like he simply removes something from our life like a relationship or a job or you name it – think of something God removed and in retrospect, needed to remove from your life).  Other times, God convicts us so that we will make the move to remove whatever it is that is creating a wedge in our relationship with him.    Think about your relationship with God right now.   What has hindered you from bearing more fruit or bearing fruit at all?  Fears and insecurities from your past?  Selfishness? An unhealthy attachment to stuff? Unhealthy friendships, unhealthy behavior patterns?  Complacency, being too comfortable, laziness, fatigue, lack of passion? Whatever it is, acknowledge it now.  God wants better for you.  He wants to walk closely with you.  In fact, God wants HIS best for you.  He wants you to live a fruitful, abundant life.  Do you want that?  Really, do you?    Let's spend some extended time in prayer, asking God to reveal himself to us right now.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

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Have you ever wondered who your perfect book boyfriend would be? Brandon and Dan no longer have to ponder this burning question as they embark to answer the most important question: who will be their life long book partner?Take the quiz yourself - https://www.buzzfeed.com/akefalas872/book-boyfriend-quizWant to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

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Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are back with another Intentionally Blank, and this time they decided to dip there toes back into the pond of Marvel. Does Thunderbolts* show the light at the end of the tunnel that Marvel is beginning to return to form? Or is this just another one for the scrap heap? All that and more on this episode of Intentionally Blank!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson 

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3780: Julianna Poplin invites readers to simplify their lives by being intentional with what they own, how they spend, and where they focus their time and attention. Through mindful decluttering, budgeting, boundary-setting, and conscious media use, she shows how small, thoughtful choices can help align daily life with personal values and create a deeper sense of peace and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/5-tips-on-how-to-live-more-intentionally/ Quotes to ponder: “Living intentionally means also being purposeful in what you own.” “Learning to live more simply in a consumer culture takes time and effort.” “Your schedule should reflect your values and priorities.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices