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Today’s Bible Verse “On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.” — Matthew 2:11 Matthew 2:11 captures the heart of Christmas worship. The Magi traveled far, followed faithfully, and when they finally encountered Jesus, their response was surrender. They bowed, they worshiped, and they offered their treasures. On Christmas Day, this verse reminds us that worship is more than words—it’s a posture of the heart. Jesus doesn’t ask for what we can afford to give; He invites us to offer what we value most. True worship begins when we recognize who He is and respond with our whole selves. From all of us at Lifeaudio & Your Daily Bible Verse team: Merry Christmas! Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

It was the biggest night of the year in a little town called Cornwall. It was the night of the annual Christmas pageant. Since there are no nearby malls or cities to compete with, the pageant is pretty much packed out every year. It's an especially big deal for the children in town. They get to try out for the roles in the Christmas story, and everybody wants a part. Which leads us to the problem of Harold. See, Harold wanted to be in the play, too, but he was...well, he was kind of a slow and simple kid. The directors were ambivalent, I mean, they knew Harold would be crushed if he didn't have a part, but they were afraid he might mess up the town's magic moment if he did. Finally, they decided to cast Harold as the innkeeper - the one who turns Mary and Joseph away the night Jesus is to be born. He only has one line: "I'm sorry, we have no room." Well, no one could imagine what that one line was going to do to everyone's Christmas. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "The Christmas Invitation." The night of the pageant the church was packed, as usual. I mean, the set was in place, and there was an entire wall with scenes of Bethlehem painted on it, including the door of the inn where Harold would greet - and then turn away - the young Jewish travelers. Backstage, the angels were playing Frisbee with their halos, and the shepherds were waiting 'till the last minute to put on their annually laundered bathrobes, and Harold was being personally coached by the nervous directors. "Now remember, Harold, when Joseph says, 'Do you have a room for the night?' you say...you say..." Hesitantly, Harold said, "I'm sorry. We... We have no room." The directors looked at each other somewhat hopefully. They'd done all they could. Well, the Christmas story unfolded according to plan - angels singing, Joseph's dream, the trip to Bethlehem. Finally, Joseph and Mary arrived at the door of the Bethlehem Inn, looking appropriately tired, discussing whether the baby might come tonight. Joseph knocked on the inn door. Backstage, the directors were just out of sight, coaching Harold to open the door now. And wouldn't you know it - the door was stuck! The whole set shook; Harold tried to get that door open. When he finally did, Joseph asked his question on cue: "Do you have a room for the night?" Harold froze. From backstage, a loud whisper: "I'm sorry. We have no room." And Harold mumbled, "I'm sorry. We have no room." And, with a little coaching, he shut the door. Well, the directors heaved a sigh of relief - prematurely. As Mary and Joseph disappeared into the night, the set suddenly started shaking again, and the door opened. Harold was back! And then, in an unrehearsed moment that folks would never forget, Harold went running after the young couple, shouting as loud as he could, "Wait! Wait! You can have my room!" I think little Harold may have understood the real issue of Christmas better than anyone there that night. How can you leave Jesus outside? You have to make room for Jesus. And that may be the issue for you this Christmas season. What will you do with this Son of God who came to earth to find you? This One who trades a throne room for a stable, angel praise for human mockery, this Creator who gives Himself on a cross? The Bible gives us the only appropriate response in Galatians 2:20, our word for today from the Word of God: "The life I now live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself for me." You look at what Jesus did to pay for your sin on that cross, and you say those life-changing words - "For me." Jesus is at your door this Christmas. Maybe He's been knocking for a long time and maybe He won't keep knocking much longer. All your life - even in the events of the last few months - it's been to prepare you for this crossroads moment with Jesus your Savior. I'd love to help you cross over as the Bible says, "from death to life" belonging to Jesus. Our website is there for that purpose - ANewStory.com. Don't leave Him outside any longer. Open the door this Christmas season. "Jesus, I cannot keep You out any longer. Come on in. You can have my room. You can have my life."

What if the thing you've been calling selfish is actually the very desire God placed in your heart on purpose?So many faith-driven women feel stuck not because they lack discipline or strategy, but because they feel guilty wanting more. More impact. More freedom. More income. More joy. Somewhere along the way, we learned that dreaming bigger meant we weren't trusting God. That planning meant control. That desire meant ego.In this episode, I'm breaking that belief wide open.I share my own story of wrestling with vision, disappointment, and the fear of hoping again, and how avoiding vision kept me stuck longer than any failure ever did. We talk about why God uses desire as guidance, how scripture actually supports vision and action, and why clarity doesn't pressure God, it prepares us to partner with Him.If you've ever felt afraid to dream again, unsure if you're hearing God correctly, or hesitant to admit what you really want, this conversation will meet you right where you are and invite you to something more honest, grounded, and faith-led.☑️ Why guilt around wanting more is not humility, it's conditioning☑️ How God uses desire as a lamp for your next step☑️ What “this or something better” really means when you trust HimIf this stirred something in you, subscribe and listen now. This might be the permission you've been waiting for.

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We've made it to the final week of our Bible study through The Wild Invitation, and wow — what a ride through the book of Acts! This week, we're reflecting on how the early church's boldness and reliance on the Holy Spirit weren't just for then — they're for us today, too. We talk about living as modern-day witnesses of Jesus, navigating seasons of quiet obedience, and how to follow the Spirit's lead in our everyday lives (even if that means striking up a convo at a pizza shop). We also open up about feeling inspired and overwhelmed — how sometimes the mission feels big when we're weary or in a harder season. But Acts reminds us: God uses the ordinary. The story's not over. We're invited in. It's not just their story — it's ours too. Let's say yes to this wild, bold, Spirit-led life. In This Episode 00:00 – Welcome Back: Wrapping Up Acts04:00 – Icebreaker: Miracles and Mega-Church Pastors06:30 – So What Now? The Acts Invitation to Us09:30 – Living Boldly Even When Life Feels Hard13:00 – What Does It Mean to Be a Witness?15:00 – The Boldness to Follow the Spirit (Even at Pizza Night)18:00 – Letting the Spirit Highlight the People Around You21:00 – Little Acts of Boldness Go a Long Way23:00 – Practical Ways to Live It Out28:00 – One Last Surprise: The Next Study is Coming!29:45 – Final Encouragement & Farewell ⁠ORDER OUR NEW STUDY!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This seven-week, verse-by-verse study through the book of Acts invites you to embrace the unpredictable, sometimes challenging adventure of Spirit-led living that characterized the early church. Thanks to Our Sponsors Operation Christmas Child: Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse, partners with churches to collect and distribute gift-filled shoeboxes to millions of children around the world, telling them the Good News of Jesus Christ, God's Greatest Gift. NIV Application Study Bible - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab your copy today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Winshape: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more or submit your application today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Mercy Ships: Please donate today at ⁠⁠⁠MercyShips.org/podcast⁠⁠⁠ Omaha Steaks: Visit ⁠⁠⁠OmahaSteaks.com ⁠⁠⁠for 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use promo code FUN at checkout. If you'd like to partner with For The Girl as a sponsor, fill out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form! Follow us!

The first announcement of Jesus’ birth wasn’t delivered to kings or crowds—it was given to shepherds under a night sky filled with glory. Luke 2:9–12 reveals a powerful invitation to come and see the newborn Savior, reminding us that the Good News of Christmas is meant to be received personally and shared boldly. Highlights God chose ordinary shepherds to receive an extraordinary invitation. Heaven’s announcement of Jesus’ birth was marked by joy, peace, and glory. The shepherds responded immediately—moving from fear to action. Encountering Jesus naturally led them to tell others what they had seen. The Christmas story begins with an invitation and continues through sharing. Bold faith has always been central to spreading the message of Christ. 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: The Shepherds’ Invitation: Come and See By Lynette Kittle Bible Reading: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’” - Luke 2:9-12 What a terrifying, yet amazing, birth announcement, to be awoken in the middle of the night, greeted with a host of heavenly angels filling and illuminating the dark sky to tell the shepherds the Good News of Jesus’ birth, inviting them to come and see the newborn King. As written in Luke 2:13-14, “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.’” If that isn’t a royal, over-the-top, fanfare invitation, then what is? Even though the invitation startled the shepherds awake, once they recovered, they willingly accepted God’s gracious heavenly invitation to see the newborn King. As Luke 2:15-16 describes, “When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’ So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger.” Spreading the Word: Inviting Everyone to Come and See After coming and seeing, Luke 2:17-18 describes what happened next, “When they had seen Him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.” Accepting the angels’ invitation to come and see Jesus led the shepherds to spread the word by inviting everyone they met to go and see Him, too. It was a divine response from their hearts. As well, once we see Jesus for ourselves, our hearts are moved to invite others to come and see Him, too. Jesus Invites Everyone Jesus entered the world with an invitation, and He left us with one, too. Some of Jesus’ last words on earth are found in Mark 16:15, where He said to His followers, “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to all creation.” The shepherds on that first Christmas night did just that, spreading the word of His birth and coming to the earth. They also told others how to find Him, and as they did, so are we all called to tell others, too. In school, I knew Jesus, but I didn’t tell anyone, so sadly, I didn’t lead anyone around me to faith in Him. Yet, my future husband made sure to tell everyone he met about Jesus at school, to the point that some other students who had heard about him avoided him. Even so, he still led more people to faith in Jesus than his preaching scared them away. Dr. D. James Kennedy, the late and great senior pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and founder of Evangelism Explosion, was known for his tremendous boldness and fearless sharing of the Gospel with everyone he met. He didn’t even second-guess sharing his faith with individuals of other religious beliefs, or let people in high-profile positions in life keep him from sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with them. Because of Dr. Kennedy’s fearlessness, countless souls have been invited to meet Jesus as their Savior, and countless numbers continue to be saved through his ministries, teaching others to be bold in sharing the Gospel with those around them. Intersecting Faith & Life: As Christians, are we inviting individuals to come and see Jesus, our newborn King, at Christmastime and all year round? Or, are we hesitating, not wanting to offend, or have people shy away from us? Are we like the shepherds so many years ago, willing to boldly tell others because we know it is the Good News of Christmas? Further Reading:The First Time Shepherds Heard about Jesus Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Is this the bleakest episode of The Walking Dead? It's up there for sure. It's also a fantastic episode, with our found family of characters persisting, enduring, surviving, and supporting each other even at their lowest. We're happy to be joined by special guest Megan Lehman as we talk it out.  PS Merry Christmas and happy holidays everybody! We're taking this next week off, so we'll be back with another episode in the new year.  Next up: The Walking Dead S5E10 “The Distance”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.com.  Or check out our Walking Dead Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/deadcast. Check out my (Jason's) other podcast, Wax Episodic, where friends and I cover our favorite current shows, like: Fallout, the crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic series, with S2 premiering this week on Amazon Prime Video. Covered by me, Kara, and Kasi. Pluribus, the Twilight-Zoney Apple TV show from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, covered by me and Karen. (!) It: Welcome to Derry, the horrific HBO series, prequel to the recent It movies based on the Stephen King book. Covered by me and Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth, the heady, gross-out FX/Hulu sci-fi series based on the Alien movies. Covered by me, Randy, and Kara. Available wherever you get podcasts, or at waxepisodic.com   Come join our Discord and chat with me, Lucy, and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about The Walking Dead, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. And Lucy is in there. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Mike and Tim as they dive into a lively discussion about the essence of family, identity, and faith. In this episode, they explore the concept of "adoption to sonship" and how it redefines our understanding of belonging and community. With humor and depth, they challenge traditional views and invite listeners to consider a broader perspective on what it means to be part of a spiritual family. Tune in for an engaging conversation that blends theology with everyday life, all wrapped in the warmth of the holiday spirit. In this conversation, the hosts explore the themes of faith, family, and community within Christianity, emphasizing the importance of understanding God as a father and the implications of adoption and sonship. They discuss the cultural context of Jesus' teachings, the role of individualism versus community, and the concept of loyalty to God's family. The conversation also touches on the distinction between bounded and centered sets in faith, ultimately inviting listeners to engage in a communal journey of faith. Takeaways: Christian nationalism is alive and well. Father is a status word, not a gender word. To be a part of Jesus is to be a part of his people. Jesus is not your personal savior. We're playing soccer, not rugby. The early Christians did not sharply distinguish between commitment to God and commitment to God's family. Salvation is a social reunification. You cannot be a part of two groups. Loyalty to God is loyalty to God's people. We are playing soccer, not rugby. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Christmas Spirit 03:06 Exploring the Concept of Fatherhood 06:01 Adoption and Sonship in Christian Theology 09:01 The Role of Family in Identity 12:00 Cultural Perspectives on Individualism vs. Community 15:03 The Significance of Group Dynamics in the Ancient World 17:50 Jesus' Redefinition of Family Relationships 29:47 Redefining Family and Kinship 32:21 The New Family of God 35:05 The Cost of Discipleship 37:28 Understanding Jesus' Hard Teachings 40:32 The Nature of God's Will 43:31 Loyalty and Allegiance in the Kingdom 46:22 Social Reality of Salvation 49:13 Choosing Between Two Families 51:02 Bounded vs. Centered Sets in Faith 58:01 Redefining Loyalties: From Ethnic Identity to Jesus 01:00:59 The Early Church: Community Over Individualism 01:03:55 The Role of Gifts: Individuality for the Collective 01:06:59 Loyalty and Discipleship: The Cost of Following Jesus 01:09:57 Invitation to Play: The Soccer Game of Faith 01:13:00 Boundaries and Inclusion: Redefining Church Membership As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

Today’s Bible Verse: “When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’” — Luke 2:15 Luke 2:15 captures the moment when faith turns into movement. The shepherds didn’t debate, delay, or demand proof—they responded. After hearing heaven’s announcement, they chose to step toward what God had revealed. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Reposted from The ‘Cast of Us, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-cast-of-us — Is this the bleakest episode of The Walking Dead? It's up there for sure. It's also a fantastic episode, with our found family of characters persisting, enduring, surviving, and supporting each other even at their lowest. We're happy to be joined by special guest Megan Lehman as we talk it out.  PS Merry Christmas and happy holidays everybody! We're taking this next week off, so we'll be back with another episode in the new year.  Next up: The Walking Dead S5E10 “The Distance”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.com.  Or check out our Walking Dead Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/deadcast. Check out my (Jason's) other podcast, Wax Episodic, where friends and I cover our favorite current shows, like: Fallout, the crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic series, with S2 premiering this week on Amazon Prime Video. Covered by me, Kara, and Kasi. Pluribus, the Twilight-Zoney Apple TV show from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, covered by me and Karen. (!) It: Welcome to Derry, the horrific HBO series, prequel to the recent It movies based on the Stephen King book. Covered by me and Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth, the heady, gross-out FX/Hulu sci-fi series based on the Alien movies. Covered by me, Randy, and Kara. Available wherever you get podcasts, or at waxepisodic.com   Come join our Discord and chat with me, Lucy, and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about The Walking Dead, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. And Lucy is in there. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this impactful sermon, we delve into the profound significance of Christmas beyond its familiar rituals and comforting traditions. Join us as we explore the transformative narrative of Jesus' arrival on earth, examining the important questions it poses about God's love for the world and His desires for our lives.Through a thoughtful analysis of John 3:16-21, we uncover the essence of Christmas as a divine gift given, a verdict revealed, and an invitation extended. Discover how this moment in history does more than commemorate—it reveals, divides, and invites each of us into a deeper understanding of truth and grace.Listen in to understand how God's love reaches out to a broken world, why Jesus did not come to condemn but to save, and how His presence offers an invitation to step into the light and live a life transformed by His grace. Whether you are meeting Jesus for the first time or reevaluating your relationship with Him, this message serves as a powerful reminder of His healing light and transformative power.Subscribe and tune in for more enlightening messages that guide you on your faith journey.---#ChristmasMessage #Podcast #FaithJourney #LightandGrace #ChristianSermon #GodsLove #Transformation

JOIN THE WELLWe live in a world overflowing with wisdom, tools, podcasts, Bible studies, and advice, and yet many women feel more anxious, fragmented, and exhausted than ever.In this episode, Rebekah explores a concept she calls mental gluttony: overconsumption based in the belief that if we just gain enough clarity, understanding, or insight, we will finally feel at peace. While growth and learning are good gifts, unlimited consumption without limits often leads to confusion, guilt, and restlessness rather than freedom.Using a simple but powerful budgeting analogy, Rebekah invites listeners to consider how wise boundaries, not endless information, are often what form peace in our lives. Just as financial limits create freedom, emotional and mental limits can restore clarity, trust, and spaciousness for God to work.This episode gently challenges the assumption that peace comes from figuring everything out and offers a different path: formation through restraint, repetition, and trust.As we look ahead to 2026, Rebekah shares how The Well is designed not as an all-you-can-consume resource, but as a steady, intentional rhythm—a place to return, drink deeply, and live what you already know.If you're tired of chasing clarity and ready for a quieter, steadier way forward, this episode is for you. ---> JOIN THE WELL

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The Source of hope, was born in a lowly manger in the town of Bethlehem, a place of hope, The Savior, Christ the Lord, invites us to receive this hope that brings freedom from sin and gives us new life. All we have to do, is accept the invitation and we will never be the same.  By Dave Bartlett

In this episode of Our Classroom, host Roberto Germán reflects on what it means to teach in truth when the ground beneath education feels unstable. Sparked by a powerful question raised during a Teaching in Truth masterclass, this conversation explores fear, uncertainty, and responsibility in today's classrooms—particularly for immigrant families and communities of color. Rather than offering quick fixes or scripted responses, Roberto invites educators to sit with the tension: how do we stay human, ethical, and grounded when schools no longer feel universally safe? This episode centers history, names systems, and reminds listeners that clarity and courage are often cultivated in community, not isolation. Chapters 0:00 – Welcome to Our Classroom 1:20 – When School No Longer Feels Safe 3:45 – Teaching in Truth Means Naming Systems 6:10 – Why Neutrality Isn't Neutral 8:30 – Community Is Not Optional 11:00 – When There Are No Easy Answers 13:30 – Sustainability Over Solutions 15:30 – Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. (CTA) Reflection Questions for Listeners What tensions am I currently holding in my teaching practice? Where have I felt pressure to have answers instead of asking better questions? Who do I turn to when the work feels heavy or unclear? An Invitation to Continue the Work Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. My Classroom Gold is a community of educators committed to equity, truth, and impact—designed for those who want to keep learning, reflecting, and leading with integrity in complex times. https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member Connect & Share Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom wherever you listen Share this episode with a colleague who's navigating uncertainty

Can a psychopath be a good person? And how do we spot dangerous people when they seem so charming? This holiday special brings you an in-depth answer to one of your most-asked questions with highlights from Dr. Kerry's interview with Tara Blair Ball about the Dark Triad Personality.  We explore why dangerous people don't look scary, how we underestimate predatory behavior through "positive projection," and the critical difference between niceness and kindness—especially important to remember during the holiday season. CHAPTERS0:38 Can Psychopaths Live Morally?7:09 Narcissism, Psychopathy & Machiavellianism Explained10:09 Why We're Attracted to Arrogance & Confidence13:04 The Stages of Moral Development17:45 The Mask of Sanity: Nice Doesn't Mean Good22:48 The Light Triad: The Opposite of Dark PersonalitiesPODCAST EXTRA This week, there is no exclusive Podcast Extra interview. Instead, we're offering this special holiday edition to ALL Substack subscribers as our gift to you!  This is the perfect time to join our community. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT All Substack paid subscribers now receive immediate access to the Toxic-Free Relationship Club, which includes: -Invitation to the monthly Q&A with Dr. Kerry -Quarterly club-wide events featuring narcissistic abuse experts -Weekly newsletter with exclusive insights Find the Substack newsletter and join the community here: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse 

Every Christmas, we send and receive invitations.  Parties, dinners, fruit cake exchanges (yuck). But what if this season, God had an invitation for you?  Long before Jesus was born, God was already extending the invite through prophets, angels, and promises of hope. Join us as we discover what happens when we RSVP “yes” to God's invitation.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: CLICK HEREABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is here to help you live boldly for Jesus. Wherever you are in your faith journey, we'll walk with you as you grow, take your next step, and make a difference. Let's pursue a movement of faith together that changes lives—starting with yours! LOCATION & TIMES2601 E. Alex Bell Road, Dayton, OH 45459 Sundays - On-campus: 9:30 & 11 AM | Online: Facebook & YouTube at 11 AM. Get more info about us at befearless.org.FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FearlessChurchOhioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearlesschurchohio/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@FearlessChurchOhio

The urgency of the hour is here. In this moving Christmas message, we explore why the birth of Jesus is more than just a beautiful tradition or a "cheesy movie" plot—it is a historically significant event that changed the timeline of humanity.Drawing from his recent ministry trip to Abu Dhabi, Pastor David shares how the global church is on the move and challenges us to move from complacency to "front-footed waiting." Looking at the life of Simeon in Luke 2, we see what it means to live in eager anticipation of the Redeemer who brings forgiveness, adoption, and a true inheritance.In this sermon, you will learn:Why the international calendar (AD) centers on one specific life.How the "silence of God" for 400 years ended in a stable.What it means to call God "Abba" (Father).How to find hope in Jesus rather than politics or career.Be sure to follow 614 Church online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/Website: https://www.614church.orgTo support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below!https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193Until Everyone Knows Jesus.0:00 – The "Man Cold" and the Power of Unity1:42 – Lessons from Abu Dhabi: Faith in a Muslim Nation5:15 – The Global Church: God is on the Move9:15 – More Than a Story: The Urgency of the Hour11:20 – 2025 AD: Why Jesus is Ground Zero for History14:38 – The Man Who Was Ready: Simeon's Patient Waiting19:42 – The Consolation of Israel: Beauty After 400 Years of Silence24:35 – Abba Father: From Slaves to Sons and Daughters28:56 – What Are You Waiting For? An Invitation to Jesus

Invitation to Promise Part 10 The Real Danger of Reactivity Joshua 22 Pastor Brian Kiley

In the second installment of our series, The Invitation, Pastor Alvin explores the vital distinction between being "free from" something and being "free for" someone. Drawing from the story of Moses and the Israelites, this message reveals a powerful truth: God didn't liberate His people just so they could live however they pleased; He set them free so they could finally belong to Him. In this episode, we confront the reality that every person is choosing between two masters—one that offers fleeting pleasure ending in destruction, and another that offers a narrow road leading to life, rest, and eternal joy.    Scripture References: Isaiah 43:19 Galatians 5:1 John 8:36 2 Corinthians 3:17 Exodus 1:8 1 Corinthians 7:21-23 John 10:10 Matthew 11:28-30   ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church, our vision is dedicated to following Jesus & building leaders. We are here to point every person to Jesus Christ. CONNECT Ready to connect? Click this link so we can stay in touch and get you connected here at Nashville Life: http://www.chrch.es/ap9bd GIVE To support this ministry & help us continue to reach people all around the world: http://www.chrch.es/3a843   PRAYER REQUESTS If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Follow Nashville Life Church: YouTube:     / @nashvillelifechurch   Instagram:    / nashvillelifechurch   Facebook:    / nashlifecc   Website: https://nashvillelifechurch.com/

In the kickoff to our new series, The Invitation, Pastor Alvin dives into Isaiah 55 to explore the profound offer God extends to every believer. We often want the blessing of abundance without the discomfort of change, but true spiritual fullness always begins with a moment of radical honesty. Before we can receive what God has prepared, He lovingly confronts us with a difficult truth: our current life isn't as good as it could be. This message challenges us to trade the familiar for the extraordinary—humbly letting go of a comfortable lifestyle to lay hold of the eternal, abundant life God has waiting for us.   Scripture References: Isaiah 55:2-13 Matthew 9:12 Luke 17:32    ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church, our vision is dedicated to following Jesus & building leaders. We are here to point every person to Jesus Christ. CONNECT Ready to connect? Click this link so we can stay in touch and get you connected here at Nashville Life: http://www.chrch.es/ap9bd GIVE To support this ministry & help us continue to reach people all around the world: http://www.chrch.es/3a843   PRAYER REQUESTS If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Follow Nashville Life Church: YouTube:    / @nashvillelifechurch   Instagram:   / nashvillelifechurch   Facebook:   / nashlifecc   Website: https://nashvillelifechurch.com/

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In this message from the True Story Christmas series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores the invitation of faith through the life of John the Baptist, the one chosen by God to prepare the way for Jesus. Before the manger, before the ministry of Christ, God was already at work through faithful obedience, quiet waiting, and a willingness to trust His promises. The story of John the Baptist reminds us that faith is not about visibility or recognition but about saying yes to God's purpose even when the full picture is still unfolding. Through Luke 1, we see how God works behind the scenes, using faith filled obedience to accomplish His redemptive plan. This message challenges us to consider how God may be inviting us to trust Him more deeply, to believe His promises, and to live faithfully as part of His greater story this Christmas season. (12/21/2025)

God works through seed, time, and trust, not shortcuts or instant results. This message reveals how hope, generosity, and faith are planted in seed form, reminding us that God brings growth as we steward what He places in our hands. Through Scripture, we see that hope is not fragile, faith precedes understanding, and God develops strong, lasting lives when we choose to believe, sow, and walk forward with confidence in His promises.CHAPTERS:00:00:00:00 – Welcome and service introduction00:01:41:12 – Believing God for a miraculous life00:02:03:00 – The oak tree and acorn analogy00:03:16:00 – Seed is meant to be sown, not eaten00:04:24:17 – God withholds no good thing00:05:22:18 – Prosperity leads to generosity00:06:27:17 – Seed produces 30, 60, 100-fold00:07:32:04 – Faith first, understanding later00:08:07:00 – Managing seed and guarding the soil00:08:28:16 – The importance of church and community00:10:49:01 – Sowing seed and watching what happens00:12:09:21 – Faithfulness leads to eating the good of the land00:14:03:01 – Christmas season and the need for hope00:16:28:19 – God sends His Word and brings healing00:18:08:06 – Isaiah: a great light in darkness00:19:49:13 – Hope is God's answer to hopelessness00:21:34:11 – Hope arrived as a baby00:22:18:01 – Jesus came as an acorn, not an oak00:23:26:12 – Faith doesn't follow logic00:29:20:01 – Rejoicing in heaven when one repents00:33:09:13 – Romans 15:13 explained00:35:08:08 – Hope is secure, not fragile00:36:56:20 – Looking forward with confidence00:38:40:21 – Why the kids building matters00:39:29:21 – Happy, healthy, and whole00:40:59:20 – Invitation to salvation00:44:34:13 – Salvation prayer00:45:12:19 – Service closing

Just when we think the Christmas story begins in a manger, God invites us to see a much bigger beginning—one that stretches back to eternity.In Week 3 of Christmas at Granger, An Invitation Home, we explore the origin of Jesus and what it truly means that He came to live among us. Through John 1 and powerful moments throughout Scripture, we're reminded that this is not just the story of where Jesus was born, but why He came.Jesus didn't just visit Earth—He made His home with us, inviting us into a restored relationship filled with hope, light and new life.

Matthew 22:1-14

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — We're happy to see Carol finally start asking some questions and intrigued by the answers. And how very human of her to be distracted by Zosia's charm offensive.  Next up on Pluribus: S1E9 “La Chica o El Mundo”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to oneofus@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Or get subsumed into our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Other Wax Episodic shows: Consider trying one of these other intelligent, engaging, oftentimes delightfully twisted shows that we cover on this very podcast: Fallout (Amazon): A crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic melange of wholesomeness and depravity. One of the best looking shows on TV, funny as hell, violent AF (but in a cartoony way), and with a great cast, including Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets) and Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones). Not to be missed! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Kasi. IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Cohosted by Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Randy. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  It's our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Pluribus, Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun, and you won't believe how wonderful it feels, Carol. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Check out other shows on our network at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Seriously, you'll be glad you did once you understand how wonderful it feels.  Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef looks at God's message to you through Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ. This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, watch or listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Let's Go to Bethlehem: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOWIf you enjoy listening to the MY Devotional podcast, would you consider partnering with us to proclaim the hope of Christ to a world in darkness by giving a year-end gift? This month, your gift will have double the impact through our December Gift Challenge! Leading The Way is reaching the lost and equipping the saints 24/7 through television, radio, online outreaches, discipleship resources, evangelistic events, Field Teams, and more. Dr. Youssef's Biblically-based messages are broadcast in 28 languages to audiences across six continents — passionately proclaiming uncompromising Truth worldwide.Join us!

Season 5 closes with host Tracy Daugherty and the Freedom Challenge team—Daria, Alyse, Ruth, and Brooklyn—celebrating and reminiscing on a year of sisterhood, prayer, and courageous action while previewing what's ahead in 2026. The recurring theme throughout the conversation is the power of invitation and multiplication. Looking ahead to 2026, we announce five One-Day Challenges, two Virtual Prayer Gatherings, and a Mission Trip to Thailand. Stay tuned!Support the show

This podcast gives information about the year long program designed around How To Live Fearlessly Feral. It begins in January.What is the Fearlessly Feral Journey?The Fearlessly Feral Journey is a year-long, guided, and deeply supported spiritual adventure beginning January 2026. It is designed for people who are ready—finally ready—to stop living the way they've been living and step into a life shaped from the inside out.In this program, you'll learn the foundational truth that everything is created twice: first in the mind, and then in physical form. When you consciously work with that truth, life opens in powerful and surprising ways.You'll be part of a virtual community of like-hearted seekers walking similar paths. Here, you'll not only practice the principles—you'll embody them. Month by month, you'll explore what it means to live successfully wild and free: Fearlessly Feral.Each month offers a new spiritual principle to EMBODY and a transformational practice to USE, building your personal spiritual toolkit. As the year unfolds, you'll deepen, strengthen, and expand your inner wisdom—equipping yourself to meet life with clarity, courage, and confidence.Is This for You?This journey is for you if:You feel limited in any area of your lifeYou find yourself repeating patterns that no longer serve youYou struggle with low self-esteem or self-trustYou feel stuck, stalled, or disconnected from your purposeYou know there is more to you—and you're ready to claim itWhat Will You Receive?Included at the beginning of the program:A free PDF e-version of the book How to Live Fearlessly FeralEach month, you'll receive:A video lesson exploring the month's principle and practice, plus commentary from Rev. KarenA written guide and reflection questions to deepen your understanding and help you apply the teachings in real lifeA live Zoom session with Rev. Karen, where you can bring real-time life challenges and discover which principle and practice will move you toward freedom and resolutionThe Year-Long CurriculumJanuary: The Basics — Oneness & Introspection February: Love — And deeper introspection March: Spiritual Laws — Grounding through introspection April: The Creative Process & Forgiveness May: Freedom & Spiritual Mind Treatment (Affirmative Prayer) June: Heaven on Earth & Gentle Discipline July: Returning to Oneness — Introspection continued August: Meditation as a Path through the Creative Process September: Love Again — With a focused introspection practice October: A deep exploration of our Threefold Nature November: Gratitude as a pathway into even greater Love December: Your Eternal Life & the Joy of Service Register Here:Send us a textSupport the show

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable transformations of our clients who participated in a 90-day sprint inside 'The 1%'. We focused on growing audiences using viral content, converting followers into eager buyers, and using their feedback to boost sales. I usually keep these discussions within our private mentoring community, but the recent call was so fulfilling that I had to share it with you. Listen in to hear about inspiring success stories, strategic business shifts, and mental transformations. These discussions highlight individuals like Dr. Megan, who retired her husband thanks to her business success, and Ty Mayfield, who dreams of hitting a million-dollar business by 2026. Also, discover insights from Katie, who saw impressive sales growth, and Andy, who transformed his mindset and business within just a few months. For those interested in our 2026 mentoring program, visit capitalism.com/one. Tune in for strategies, mental shifts, and proven results from our thriving community! 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the 90-Day Sprint 00:58 Key Takeaways from the 90-Day Sprint 01:27 The Importance of Mental Transformations 02:18 Invitation to Join the Mentoring Community 02:54 Details on the Mentoring Community and Masterminds 07:11 Highlighting Success Stories: Dr. Megan 13:51 Highlighting Success Stories: Ty Mayfield 27:38 Highlighting Success Stories: Katie 31:18 Testing Theories on Prime Day 31:29 Mindset for 2026 32:07 Hiring Help and Streamlining 33:29 Reflecting on Progress 34:04 Reorder Rates and Success Stories 35:05 Choosing Your Target Audience 38:30 Community Wins and Personal Stories 38:51 Peter's 90-Day Journey 46:28 Andy's Rapid Growth 54:40 Final Thoughts and Future Plans  

Today’s Bible Verse: “And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” — Luke 2:7 (NIV) Luke 2:7 captures the quiet, humble moment where heaven touched earth. The Savior of the world did not arrive in comfort or celebration but in simplicity and scarcity. This verse reminds us that God often enters our stories in unexpected places—ordinary, overlooked, and far from ideal. Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — Forward motion on all fronts as Lucy and the Ghoul cross the LA desert in search of Hank McClean, and we're introduced to a mysterious new corporate villain. Plus, Reg starts a club. Great to be back in the world of Fallout! Join Kasi, Kara, and Jason as we talk it out. Next up on Fallout: S2E2. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to telegrams@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Other Wax Episodic shows: We cover these other intelligent, engaging, oftentimes delightfully twisted shows: Pluribus (Apple TV): Everyone is transformed into a pleasant hive mind — except for Carol (Rhea Seehorn), the most miserable woman on the planet, who must save the world from happiness. It's sounds weird, and it is… in the best way. Created by the great Vince Gilligan, of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Hosted by Jason and Karen! IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Cohosted by Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Randy. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Check out other podcasts on our network at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creating Timeless Elegance: How Woodson & Rummerfield Bring Hollywood Regency into the 21st Century. From celebrity estates to curated collectibles, Jamie Rummerfield and Ron Woodson share their philosophy on bold, elevated design, preservation of iconic architecture, and the art of collaboration in Los Angeles. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Design Hardware – A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep To celebrate this episode of the Convo By Design Icon Registry, Christine Anderson sits down with Jamie Rummerfield and Ron Woodson of Woodson & Rummerfield House of Design. The duo discuss their signature approach to interiors—melding the opulence of old Hollywood with sleek modern sensibilities for a discerning clientele. They share stories from celebrity projects, the thrill of collecting one-of-a-kind pieces, and the lessons learned from running a showroom on La Cienega. Jamie and Ron also discuss their nonprofit foundation, CA Projects, dedicated to preserving Southern California's iconic architecture, emphasizing the importance of heritage in contemporary design. Show Topics & Segment Outline: Introduction & Guest Backgrounds Christine introduces Jamie Rummerfield and Ron Woodson. Overview of their design style: Hollywood opulence meets modern refinement. Design Philosophy & Influences Hollywood Regency roots and modern adaptations. Influence of Los Angeles history, old Hollywood cinema, and personal family heritage. Fashion-forward client expectations and balancing boldness with timelessness. Collaboration & Partnership How Jamie and Ron complement each other creatively. Problem-solving, brainstorming, and the synergy of their partnership. Career Highlights & Notable Projects Celebrity estates and high-profile commissions (without naming clients). Influence of their La Cienega showroom as a “three-dimensional calling card.” Philosophy on sourcing rare furniture, art, and collectibles. Preservation & Advocacy Founding of CA Projects to save iconic Southern California architecture. Importance of protecting historically significant homes and estates. Public involvement and future plans for the foundation. Personal Passions & Lifestyle Weekend hobbies, travel, research, and inspiration. How personal passions inform design work. Future Plans & Product Development Upcoming secret projects and product lines. Speaking engagements and experiential presentations for design communities. Closing Remarks How to connect with Jamie and Ron: WanderDesign.com, Instagram @WanderDesign. Preview of CA Projects website: SIAPROJECTS.com. Invitation for designers and architects to share projects with Convo By Design. This wraps up another episode of the Convo By Design Icon Registry. A celebration and recognition of a true master in the art of design and the mastery of all that encompasses in the pursuit of making better the lives of those they serve. And, giving back along the way. Thank you Jaime and Ron for your many years of friendship, partnership and collaboration. This was the first time we met and the episode was hosted by Christine Anderson, I miss her. Thanks for listening to Convo By Design. Thank you to my partner sponsors, Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home for presenting the Convo By Design Icon Registry and Convo By Design partner sponsors, TimberTech and Design Hardware. And thank you for taking the time to listen. I couldn't do this without you, wouldn't want to. I hope this show helps you stay motivated, inspired and focused so you can rise above the chaos. – CXD

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and business ownership, addressing a common misconception that many business owners have: the belief that success is solely about how much they do. Instead, I emphasize that true success begins with clarity. Specifically, how clearly we see the problems we face and the solutions we can implement. I liken the experience of owning a business to an episode of the classic show American Gladiator, where the challenges can feel overwhelming and daunting. With constant decisions to make and problems to solve, it's easy to feel stressed and stuck. However, I reveal that what separates thriving entrepreneurs from those who feel overwhelmed is often the questions they ask. The right questions can uncover hidden obstacles and bottlenecks that hinder growth. Throughout the episode, I present five essential questions that every business owner needs to answer to elevate their business to the next level. These questions are designed to expose what may be holding you back and to help you build from a place of overflow rather than overwhelm.   LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE KINGDOM INDENTITY ACCELERATOR! Doors close December 31st, 2025 so grab your spot now! CLICK HERE     TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table Introduction to the podcast and its focus on growth in various aspects of life. 00:00:36 - The Misconception of Success Discussion on how business owners often equate success with effort rather than clarity. 00:01:19 - The Power of Questions Emphasis on the importance of asking the right questions to identify obstacles and unlock growth. 00:02:22 - Question 1: Clear Vision Exploration of the first key question: What is the clear vision you're building toward? 00:03:26 - Sub-Questions for Clarity Sub-questions to help clarify vision, including God's perspective and defining fruitfulness. 00:06:14 - Question 2: Identifying Challenges Introduction of the second question: What is your greatest challenge right now, and are you solving the right problem? 00:08:10 - Misdiagnosing Bottlenecks Discussion on common misdiagnoses of business challenges and how to identify the real issues. 00:09:35 - Question 3: Systems Assessment Introduction of the third question: Are my systems supporting or sabotaging my calling? 00:10:46 - Organizing for Success The importance of organizing systems and processes to create peace and efficiency. 00:12:36 - Question 4: Growth Strategy Introduction of the fourth question: What is my growth strategy for this season? 00:14:10 - Aligning with God's Timing Discussion on recognizing the season of growth and aligning strategies accordingly. 00:15:45 - Question 5: Obstacles as Invitations Introduction of the fifth question: What obstacle is actually an invitation for partnership with God? 00:17:09 - Frustration vs. Formation Exploration of how obstacles can either frustrate or form us in our journey. 00:20:07 - Recap of Key Questions Summary of the five key questions every entrepreneur should consider. 00:21:10 - Invitation to the Kingdom Leaders Community Encouragement to join the community for deeper support and growth. 00:22:02 - End of Year Announcement Information about the podcast's schedule during the holiday season and upcoming episodes.

Many of us have been invited somewhere before, maybe to a birthday party, an event or simply over someone's home for dinner.  In the Gospel Reading today we hear a Parable about people who were invited to a Great Banquet, but they gave excuses and didn't attend.  Click here to read itDid you know you have an invitation to a Great Banquet EVERY WEEK?Listen...

Today Fr. Philip reflects on the Parable of the King's Banquet and the commemoration of the Holy Forefathers including a quote from St. Porphyrios. You can find his blog with this reflection and more in written form at https://easternchristianinsights.blogspot.com

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Diane helps us think about this time of Advent as not just a time to remember what happened 2000 years ago but also preparation for today and for this unknown time of Jesus coming again.  Diane Olsen has been involved in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd since 1990. She has received all formation levels and was recognized as a formation leader in 2002. She is actively involved leading catechist formation around the country. Diane has a philosophy and math degree from St. John's College in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies-Catechesis of the Good Shepherd from the Aquinas Institute of Theology, St. Louis, Missouri. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother.    Links for this Episode:  The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Year Olds  History of the Kingdom of God Part 1: Creation to Parouisa  Episode 42 – The Mystery of Time  Episode 104 – Incarnation and the Annunciation      Thank you to all our members and our donors who have given to the 2025-26 Annual Appeal and Tina Lillig Memorial Fund. Your donations make it possible for CGSUSA to expand formation opportunities, give mission courses, invest in technology, create catechist and parent resources and publications, and offer many wonderful events that build our catechist community. All of these initiatives help us serve children with love and generosity. The revenue generated from membership fees covers about 55 percent of the cost of the benefits of membership, so philanthropy is essential to delivering excellent support to catechists, ministry leaders, families, and children. To find out more or make a gift, please visit www.cgsusa.org/donate. Thank you!    Podcast Episodes you might be interested in:    Episode 27 – The Mystery of the Incarnation  Episode 53 – The Birth and Infancy of Jesus  Episode 104 – Incarnation and the Annunciation  Episode 105 – Welcoming the Christ Child as a Sacred Act  Episode 128 – CGS Advent in the Home  Episode 129 – The Family in Advent  Episode 132 – The Depth of the Christmas Season      The Religious Potential of the Child  CGSUSA Store      BECOME A CGSUSA MEMBER          AUDIOBOOK:    Audiobook – Now Available on Audible  CGSUSA is excited to offer you the audio version of The Religious Potential of the Child – 3rd Edition by Sofia Cavalletti, read by Rebekah Rojcewicz!  The Religious Potential of the Child is not a “how-to” book, complete with lesson plans and material ideas. Instead it offers a glimpse into the religious life of the atrium, a specially prepared place for children to live out their silent request: “Help me come closer to God by myself.” Here we can see the child's spiritual capabilities and perhaps even find in our own souls the child long burdened with religious information. This book serves as a companion to the second volume, The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Years Old. The desire to have this essential text available in audio has been a long-held goal for many. The work of many hands has combined to bring this release to life as an audiobook.    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

As the Christmas season unfolds, Teresa and Erica invite you into a gentle, honest conversation about making room. Drawing from Advent themes, personal rhythms, and real-life coaching experiences, they explore what it looks like to create space on both the being and doing sides of life.In this episode, you'll reflect on simplicity, intentional scheduling, communication, and making room for God without striving or guilt. Whether you're navigating a full calendar, a tender season, or simply longing for a pause, this conversation offers permission to exhale and lean into what truly matters.Themes for this EpisodeMaking room as an invitation to pause and breatheHonoring your wiring and rhythms without guiltSimplifying schedules and lowering expectationsPre-deciding holiday boundaries and prioritiesMaking room for God through Advent and ChristmastideLetting go of “not right now” things for a seasonFREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn't matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Join the REALIFE Practice Membership!The REALIFE Practice Membership is designed for those who want to grow spiritually, but feel like REALIFE is getting in the way. We'll learn how to integrate meaningful spiritual practices and tools into our daily lives through live group calls, group coaching, training videos, downloadable resources, and an interactive community. Visit www.therealifeprocess.com/membership to join us today!Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and traveling as much as possible. About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

An Invitation to ListenThis episode continues the conversation that unfolded during the live Q&A for The Source Code of Manifestation.Together, we explore the questions that arose in real time as the material landed, revealing how understanding deepens once the surface layers give way.Larry joins the discussion without having taken the class, but after spending time with the music chant on its own. His experience offers a revealing contrast: what shifts when sound engages awareness before explanation.Alongside him, panelists who completed the class share their moments of clarity, the internal recalibrations they noticed, and the new questions that emerged as the work integrated.We also introduce the idea of the Inheritance of the Light Jedis. Not as mythology, but as recognition. A capacity that becomes accessible with clarity, responsibility, and expanded awareness.This episode isn't a recap. It's the Q&A carried forward.If you're curious how manifestation looks when it moves beyond theory and into lived experience, this conversation opens the door.Listen in →Hear the questions that emerged during the Source Code of Manifestation Q&A.The discussion doesn't stop here - listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.drivingtotherez.com/subscribe

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the unique challenges faced by public health professionals in setting and achieving personal goals. He emphasizes the importance of intentional goal setting, reflection, and finding one's purpose through the Ikigai framework. Richins provides a structured approach to creating a vision for the upcoming year and turning that vision into actionable SMART goals. He also highlights the significance of accountability and community support in achieving these goals, sharing his personal journey to inspire others.

Welcome to a new era of Zen Wisdom for Your Everyday Life.  As the new year comes, In the next podcasts we will explore what it means to truly live, a life with value, fulfillment, connection and joy. The question of what it means to live is explored as we would explore a koan. We'll also look at the ways in which, unknowingly, we sabotage the great goodness that is right here before us.The deepest truth is that it is easy and joyous to find out way, that Life is always beckoning to us, and all we need to do, is fully stop, pay real attention and connect with what is right in front of our eyes. Support the show

In this raw conversation, I walk you through my own 2025 depletion audit and the four stages of burnout I see high-achieving women normalize every day. You'll hear how I spent most of the year oscillating between stage two and three burnout while still “doing the work,” and what finally forced me to stop pushing from pressure and start rebuilding true capacity.We'll look at how busy work, misaligned strategies, and ignoring your body's whispers slowly drain your business, your creativity, and your ability to feel present in your life. And we'll talk about what has to change if you want 2026 to feel different in your body and your business.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARNHow I realized I was running on empty in 2025 even while teaching nervous system regulation and body capacityWhat burnout actually looks like for high-achieving women long before the full “collapse”The four stages of burnout, and why most founders quietly live in stages one and two for yearsHow pressure-driven work, busy work, and misaligned strategies drain capacity and stall revenueThe emotional cost of trying to outwork shame, fear, and misalignmentThe morning nervous system practice that has kept my business open and my head above waterThe difference between knowing what your body needs and actually implementing it consistentlySimple anchors for 2026: boundaries, nervous system regulation, and strategic nutritionTIMESTAMPS00:02 — A raw 2025 depletion audit 01:47 — The moment I realized I was running on empty in my business 06:20 — The four stages of burnout 07:48 — Stage one burnout: chronic exhaustion and end-of-day numbing 10:14 — Stage two burnout: shame, self-doubt, and procrastination 12:36 — Stage three burnout: detachment, shrinking, and going back to “safer” revenue levels 14:36 — Stage four burnout: everything on fire and the crisis state 16:47 — Why 2025 was a year of shedding and what it cost me 17:11 — Pressure vs. intentionality  20:09 — Capacity as feeling your emotions, not just holding more clients 24:32 — Micromanaging myself and watching my business crumble 26:50 — When your soul stops whispering and starts screaming 28:00 — How nervous system regulation kept my business from closing 34:59 — How to recognize your own depletion patterns 37:15 — Invitation to the From Overworked to Optimized three-day workshop 38:30 — Final reminder: your 2026 results depend on your 2026 capacityRESOURCES MENTIONED2026 Capacity Planner (FREE)A one-page reflection to help you see where 2025 drained you, where you're living in stages one and two burnout, and what your body needs to lead differently in 2026.https://mindfullywell.com/plannerFrom Overworked to Optimized — 3-Day Workshop (January 6–8)For high-achieving women and founders who are ready to move from awareness to implementation. Three days of nervous system and nutrition support so you can build sustainable energy for 2026.http://mindfullywell.com/optimizedThe Resourced Morning Routine (FREE)For women who wake up already behind. A simple morning guide to help you shift out of chaos and into a grounded, regulated state before the day begins.https://mindfullywell.com/morningCONNECT WITH MEInstagram: @melissa_eich — message me and tell me which burnout stage you recognized yourself in most this yearWebsite: mindfullywell.comABOUT THE SHOWBody-Led Business is a podcast for female founders who want to build meaningful businesses without overriding the body that's carrying it. Hosted by Melissa Eich (RN, functional nutritionist, coach), we explore the intersection of energy, capacity, and sustainable success so you can create growth that your body can actually hold.

What happened is that Tyreese got bitten :( What's going on is that we have Danielle on to talk about this uniquely artful episode of The Walking Dead.  Next up: The Walking Dead S5E9 “Them”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.com.  Or check out our Walking Dead Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/deadcast. Check out my (Jason's) other podcast, Wax Episodic, where friends and I cover our favorite current shows, like: Fallout, the crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic series, with S2 premiering this week on Amazon Prime Video. Covered by me, Kara, and Kasi. Pluribus, the Twilight-Zoney Apple TV show from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, covered by me and Karen. (!) It: Welcome to Derry, the horrific HBO series, prequel to the recent It movies based on the Stephen King book. Covered by me and Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth, the heady, gross-out FX/Hulu sci-fi series based on the Alien movies. Covered by me, Randy, and Kara. Available wherever you get podcasts, or at waxepisodic.com   Come join our Discord and chat with me, Lucy, and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about The Walking Dead, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. And Lucy is in there. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reposted from The ‘Cast of Us, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-cast-of-us — What happened is that Tyreese got bitten :( What's going on is that we have Danielle on to talk about this uniquely artful episode of The Walking Dead.  Next up: The Walking Dead S5E9 “Them”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.com.  Or check out our Walking Dead Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/deadcast. Check out my (Jason's) other podcast, Wax Episodic, where friends and I cover our favorite current shows, like: Fallout, the crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic series, with S2 premiering this week on Amazon Prime Video. Covered by me, Kara, and Kasi. Pluribus, the Twilight-Zoney Apple TV show from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, covered by me and Karen. (!) It: Welcome to Derry, the horrific HBO series, prequel to the recent It movies based on the Stephen King book. Covered by me and Shawn of Strange Indeed. Alien: Earth, the heady, gross-out FX/Hulu sci-fi series based on the Alien movies. Covered by me, Randy, and Kara. Available wherever you get podcasts, or at waxepisodic.com   Come join our Discord and chat with me, Lucy, and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about The Walking Dead, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. And Lucy is in there. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices