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It's Friday, March 20th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Communist Cuban officials detain 16-year-old protestor Protests in Morón, Cuba, erupted the night of March 13 and lasted through the next day in response to a week of blackouts and shortages of medical and food supplies, reports International Christian Concern. Protestors ransacked and set fire to the Cuban Communist Party's headquarters. Among those arrested on March 16 were Evangelical Pastor Elier Ávila and his son, Jonathan. Though the pastor is now free, his 16-year-old son is still behind bars. While his son was accused of participating in the vandalism, some suggest that Cuban officials painted many of the law-abiding protestors of criminal mischief. Anna Stangl, the Director of Advocacy for Christian Solidarity Worldwide, said, “The detention of a 16-year-old child, with a serious medical condition, simply because he attempted to exercise his freedom of expression, is unconscionable.   “Despite the gravity of the situation on the island–with rampant hunger, scarcity of medicine, outbreaks of disease, and the failure of the power grid, the answer of President Miguel Canel, and the Cuban Communist Party, is to round up and imprison those who dare to call for change.”  Please send a 2-3 sentence letter to Ambassador Lianys Rivera urging Cuba to release Pastor Elier Ávila's son, Jonathan. Invite your children to send a letter as well. The address at the Cuban Embassy is 2630 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20009. Trump's snappy rely to Japanese reporter During a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump was bold in his response to a provocative question from a Japanese reporter, according to Real Clear Politics. Listen. REPORTER: “Japan and U.S. are very good friends. But one question: Why didn't you tell U.S. allies in Europe and Asia, like Japan, about the war before attacking Iran? So, we are very confused about, we Japanese citizens.” TRUMP: “One thing, you don't want to signal too much, you know? When we go in, we went in very hard, and we didn't tell anybody about it because we wanted surprise. Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Okay? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor? (laughter) Okay? Right? “No, you believe in surprise, I think much more so than us. We had to surprise them, and we did. And because of that surprise, we knocked out, in the first two days, we probably knocked out 50 percent of what we and much more than we anticipated doing. So, if I go and tell everybody about it, there's no longer a surprise, right?” Joseph Duggar arrested for sexually abusing a minor Joseph Duggar, from the reality TV show "19 Kids and Counting," was arrested Wednesday on allegations of sexually abusing a minor during a family vacation in Panama City Beach, Florida, reports NewsNation.com. The married 31-year-old former reality star, who has three children of his own, was charged with lewd and lascivious conduct with a minor and molestation of a victim less than 12 years old. His arrest occurred years after his 38-year-old brother, Josh Duggar,  was convicted of child pornography charges. Officials say the victim identified Joseph Duggar as the abuser, saying he repeatedly asked her to sit on his lap. She said these incidents would allegedly progress into Joseph Duggar covering her with a blanket and touching her inappropriately. The victim reportedly stated that Joseph Duggar apologized for his actions, and the incidents stopped. Officials say the victim's father confronted him on Tuesday, and Joseph confessed his sins to both the father and detectives in Tonitown, Arkansas. In Matthew 18:6, Jesus said, “But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea.” Late-term abortionist, who died, had no regrets Susan Robinson, one of America's most infamous late-term abortionists, died earlier this month, less than a year after being diagnosed with cancer, according to an Instagram post made by her fellow abortionist Shelly Sella. She wrote, “Susan was my friend and colleague in third trimester abortion …, both in Wichita and Albuquerque. Susan was drawn to abortion … by her sense of justice, which never wavered. … Together, we helped create a model of abortion.” LifeSiteNews.com reports that Shelly Sella emphasized that Susan Robinson had “no regrets” and that she was “very pleased about the whole business” before she died. Jonathon Van Maren wrote, “Reading the news about Robinson, my mind was immediately drawn to two videos I had seen her in. The first was After Tiller, a 2013 documentary featuring four late-term abortionists, which I reviewed over a decade ago. It struck me that two of the featured abortionists – Susan Robinson and Leroy Carhart – are now dead, while Warren Hern and Shelly Sella are retired.” The second was the video footage published by David Daleiden of the Center for Medical Progress in his bombshell undercover investigation exposing the abortion industry and the trafficking of baby body parts. At one point, the late Susan Robinson tells Daleiden, “The fetus is a tough little object, and taking it apart … is very difficult,” Robinson tells Daleiden at one point. “I mean, taking it apart on day one is very difficult.” Later: “You go in there, and you go, ‘Am I getting the uterus, or the fetus? Oh good, fetus. [Robinson made a stabbing sound] What have I got? Nothing. Let's try again.'” Van Maren concludes, “Translated: It is hard work to dismember and crush a baby. This was Robinson's sense of justice.” Micah 6:8 says, “[God] has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Actor Chuck Norris hospitalized And finally, Chuck Norris, the 86-year-old actor and martial arts icon, has been hospitalized in Hawaii following a medical emergency, reports NewsNation.com. The incident occurred on Wednesday on the island of Kauai, though the nature of the emergency has not been disclosed. The hospitalization appeared to be sudden. As recently as Wednesday of this week, Norris was on the phone with a friend while training on the island, cracking jokes, and showing no signs of distress. Norris had been actively training in Kauai in the days before the emergency. A black belt in karate, taekwondo, tang soo do and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Norris posted a video on his birthday, March 10, showing him sparring with a trainer. NORRIS: "I don't age. I level up." The caption read, “I'm 86 today! Nothing like some playful action on a sunny day to make you feel young. I'm grateful for another year, good health, and the chance to keep doing what I love.” Though largely retired from acting in recent years, Norris has remained active on screen. He had a cameo in “Hawaii Five-0” in 2020 and a lead role in the 2024 sci-fi action film “Agent Recon.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, March 20th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

We are living in a moment where the language of self-care is everywhere. Protect your peace. Take a break. Treat yourself. But beneath the bubble baths and wellness rituals, something deeper is breaking down. People are absorbing quiet but powerful lies that they are useless, replaceable, or fundamentally unimportant. This week on Win Today, journalist and bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins us to examine what she calls the modern crisis of "mattering." Drawing from extensive research and deeply human stories, Jennifer explains why the need to feel valued and to know that we add value is not optional—it is a core human need. When that need goes unmet, the consequences show up everywhere: fragile self-esteem, burnout, toxic achievement culture, and a constant search for validation that never quite satisfies. We explore why self-esteem alone cannot sustain a healthy identity, how success-driven cultures quietly erode a sense of worth, and why the hyper-visible world of social media often produces the opposite of real connection. Jennifer also introduces the concept of a "mattering core"—the conditions that help people know they are valued and capable of contributing value to others. When those elements are present, resilience grows. When they disappear, people begin to doubt their place in the world. If you've ever felt the pressure to prove your worth, if success has started to feel strangely empty, or if you've wondered why validation never seems to last, this conversation will help reframe what human flourishing actually requires. Guest Bio Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an acclaimed journalist and bestselling author whose work focuses on the intersection of mental health, achievement culture, and human flourishing. She is the author of Mattering: How to Create a Life of Meaning, Empathy, and Impact, a groundbreaking exploration of why the human need to feel valued and to add value is essential to well-being. Jennifer's writing has appeared in outlets including The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, where she examines how modern pressures around success and validation shape the mental health of both adults and young people. Through her reporting and research, she helps readers understand how restoring a sense of mattering can strengthen resilience, deepen relationships, and restore purpose in an achievement-driven world. Show Partners SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

If sales feels draining, frustrating, or emotionally exhausting, the real problem may not be the work—it may be a hidden mindset mistake.   In this episode, Ray Higdon reveals the subtle mental shift that turns sales into a heavy burden for many reps and entrepreneurs. When salespeople attach their emotional state to outcomes—whether someone buys, responds, or joins—they create constant pressure that makes selling feel overwhelming. Ray explains why the healthiest sales mindset is detachment from outcomes and commitment to activity. Instead of chasing results, top performers focus on conversations, service, and identifying who is truly open to change. This shift removes emotional burnout and allows sales to feel lighter, more sustainable, and far more effective. —

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Have you ever wondered why you keep finding yourself in the same relationship patterns, no matter how hard you try to change? It's almost as if, despite our best intentions and awareness, we're drawn to the familiar—even if it's painful. The fear of uncertainty trumps the discomfort of what we know, leaving many stuck in cycles of repeated conflict, unmet needs, and unclear intentions. In this episode, listeners are guided through the origins of these repeating patterns, from early attachment experiences to later life trauma, and how they shape the template for adult relationships. The conversation explores the power of both individual and relational healing, offering practical strategies to update old habits, develop emotional intelligence, and communicate needs in ways that foster clarity and connection. If you're ready to step out of old cycles and into more intentional, empowered relationships, this episode breaks down the tools and insights you need to begin that journey. Dr. Molly is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles with 16 years of experience in psychotherapy, research, and teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. She specializes in couples therapy and reproductive mental health, with a particular passion for supporting high-achieving women, non-traditional couples, LGBTQ+ individuals, BIPOC, and Veterans. Dr. Burrets also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Marriage and Family Therapy Department at USC and has been featured as a relationship expert in TIME, Vogue, CBS, HuffPost, and more.   Episode Highlights 05:47 Why we repeat relationship patterns and the power of the familiar. 09:18 How early childhood attachment and trauma shape our relationships. 11:49 The dual paths of healing: Individual and relational growth. 16:35 Practicing healthy responses to triggers in relationships. 18:16 Developing self-regulation skills and navigating relationship conflict. 21:34 The value of vulnerability and facing uncomfortable outcomes. 26:50 Communicating intentions and building trust when trying new behaviors. 30:14 Navigating needs, fears, and the importance of reasonableness in relationships. 33:34 Finding and expressing your voice: Moving from silence or aggression to assertiveness. 35:42 The role of resentment and envy in recognizing your needs. 39:50 Balancing individual responsibility with relational needs and self-care. 44:00 The importance of emotional intelligence and practicing self-connection.   Your Checklist of Actions to Take Reflect on recurring relationship patterns and notice any familiar dynamics, rather than judging or shaming yourself for them. Acknowledge how your early-life experiences and attachments shape your current relationship behaviors—awareness is the first step toward change. If you notice unmet needs or frustration, pause and bring curiosity to your reactions instead of defaulting to blame or criticism. Practice pausing when triggered; take a deep breath, notice sensations in your body, and consider a more thoughtful response. Communicate vulnerably and clearly with your partner, directly sharing your feelings and needs rather than masking them with anger or withdrawal. Invite support—let loved ones or professionals know you're working on new habits and ask for feedback or guidance as you practice. Cultivate self-care rituals (like morning journaling or meditation) that help you regulate your emotions and connect with yourself. Remind yourself that you don't have to be "fully healed" to be in a relationship; embrace growth as a continual, relational process.   Mentioned Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication (free guide)   Connect with Dr. Molly Burrets Website: drmollyburrets.com Instagram: instagram.com/drmollyburrets  

In this message, Pastor Ike Miller explores Jesus' encounter with Levi in Luke 5. When Jesus calls a tax collector to follow Him, He challenges the false divide between the "healthy" and the "sick."This message invites us to recognize our own need for grace and consider who the "Levis" in our lives might be.

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Dans le cadre du graffiti book club , la rencontre  des éditions graffiti organisé par le podcast de fuzi qui s est déroulé le 7&8 mars dernier à la Villette, 4 talks conférences ont eu lieu en public. Le duo du podcast Sofresh, composé de robin et pierre  invité pour l occasion Gautier bichof créateur de la maison de Edition Wasted talent qui depuis plus de 20 ans propose des publications consacré au graffiti. Ils revenir ensemble sur les origines du graffiti en France, ses premières influences — du skate aux comics — mais aussi sur les lieux clés de la scène parisienne, les premières archives photographiques et les figures qui ont documenté cette période.On parlera également des grandes expositions et des livres qui ont marqué l'histoire du graffiti, de la transition vers l'édition et les monographies, mais aussi des difficultés à préserver ces archives.Enfin, ils évoqueront  les projets actuels autour des archives et des plateformes numériques, et l'importance de conserver cette mémoire pour les générations futures.Si vous aimez ce podcast et souhaitez recevoir les nouveaux épisodes en avant-première, ainsi que des news exclusives, rejoignez la communauté Patreon.Seulement 5 € par mois pour soutenir le projet.⁠C' EST ICI ⁠Vous pouvez aussi faire un tour sur notre ⁠shop en ligne⁠, bien rempli.

This week, I report on location in the Netherlands for the 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo. I first discuss the latest news in travel, including the Middle East War's impact on travel, TSA callouts, and more. Later on the show, I interview Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways. She shares insights into the latest trends she's seeing in river cruising, along with all the new happenings for AmaWaterways. The interview with Powell begins after the 16-minute mark. Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”  Galatians 6:9 In this encouraging throwback conversation, Deb and Annelise talk about how to parent prophetically—learning to listen to the Holy Spirit, speak life over your children, and recognize the gifts and calling God has placed in their lives.If you're a mom who desires to raise your children with faith, vision, and spiritual sensitivity, this episode will encourage your heart and remind you that God is with you in every step of motherhood.Mama, the seeds you are planting today will bear fruit in the next generation.P.S. March is Friends & Family Month in the Radiant Mom Sisterhood!

This is the audio podcast of our weekly Sunday message, recorded live during our church service in San Francisco.This podcast is designed for those who prefer a simple, audio-only experience of the message as it was shared in the room—no edits, no commentary, just the teaching from Sunday.New episodes are released weekly following our Sunday services._Are you just curious about Jesus—or truly enthralled by Him? In John 12, Jesus shows that real freedom and lasting fruit come when we follow Him by the way of the cross, letting our old life fall like a seed so His new life can rise in us.Invite and share this message with your family and friends and bless them with this great message. If you're new to Cornerstone and this is your first time watching us, we'd love to say “hello!” Just click on this url ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://cornerstonesf.org/welcome⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to fill out our Welcome Card and one of our community members will follow up with you. Also if you are in need of prayer, don't hesitate to put in a prayer request at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://cornerstonesf.org/prayer

Today we begin an extended series on the gospel of Mark, a document that reveals the story of Jesus Christ and His first followers. Jesus stands at the very center of history's stage. He has no equals; He has no peers. Let's examine four aspects of this unique book.I. The Presentation of Jesus (“The beginning”)II. The Proclamation of Jesus (“The gospel”)III. The Person of Jesus (“Jesus Christ the Son of God”)IV. The Prediction of Jesus (“As it is written in the Prophets”)Talk with God: Meditate on Ephesians 1:7 and spend time in worship thanking the Lord for His faithfulness to redeem.Talk with others: Invite your friends and family to join you for Easter Sunrise service.Talk with kids: How was Ahab disobedient, stubborn, and greedy?

How to NOT Miss a God Moment John 1:35-36 The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. 36 When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” (NIV) John 1:40 Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus (NIV) John 1:41-42 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). 42 And he brought him to Jesus (NIV) John 1:43-46 The next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. Finding Philip, he said to him, “Follow me.” 44 Philip, like Andrew and Peter, was from the town of Bethsaida. 45 Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” 46 Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip (NIV) Found People Find People 1. Live with an urgency. John 1:41 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ) (NIV) Luke 19:10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost (NIV) Matthew 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (NIV) John 9:4 We must quickly carry out the tasks assigned us by the one who sent us. The night is coming, and then no one can work (NLT) 2. Go to who you know. John 1:41 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ) (NIV) 3. Watch for divine appointments. Matthew 9:35-38 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” (NIV) 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the Word of God urgently at all times, whenever you get the chance, in season and out, when it is convenient and when it is not (TLB) 1 Peter 3:15 Be ready to speak up and tell anyone who asks why you’re living the way you are, and always with the utmost courtesy (MSG)

Every believer experiences a battle within from two opposing forces. Join Pastor Rick as he marches onto the battlefield and shares the Apostle Paul's pathway for victory. NEXT STEPS: Be honest and confess to God where your flesh (sarx) is getting in the way. Invite the Spirit to redeem your flesh and empower you to live a fruit filled life.

Are you just curious about Jesus—or truly enthralled by Him? In John 12, Jesus shows that real freedom and lasting fruit come when we follow Him by the way of the cross, letting our old life fall like a seed so His new life can rise in us.Invite and share this message with your family and friends and bless them with this great message. If you're new to Cornerstone and this is your first time watching us, we'd love to say “hello!” Just click on this url http://cornerstonesf.org/welcome to fill out our Welcome Card and one of our community members will follow up with you. Also if you are in need of prayer, don't hesitate to put in a prayer request at http://cornerstonesf.org/prayer----Song Credits:What Joy Is Found - Jeremy RiddleJeremy Riddle© 2007 Mercy / Vineyard Publishin All music performed by the CornerstoneSF Worship Band under CCLI license No. 48786, CCS No. 8434 #cornerstonesf #liveitoutsf #TheCostOfLove #BuildingForTomorrow

Every generation eventually faces moments when stability disappears, and the ground beneath our assumptions begins to shake. Cultural chaos, personal uncertainty, and unexpected upheaval have a way of revealing what our faith is actually built upon. In those moments, the question is no longer theoretical—it becomes deeply personal. This week on Win Today, my good friend Paige Collins joins me for a thoughtful conversation about preparing our lives for seasons of shaking and why surrendering to God is often far more costly than we expect. We explore the posture required to remain steady when circumstances become unpredictable, the spiritual maturity that grows through relinquishing control, and how God often forms resilience in environments that feel uncomfortable or uncertain. We also touch on the intriguing and often misunderstood topic of dreams and whether God can still speak through them today. Scripture includes moments where the Lord communicated through dreams—from Solomon's encounter in 1 Kings to Joel's prophetic declaration that in the last days people would dream dreams. At the same time, we make an important distinction: dreams are never equivalent to Scripture, never authoritative revelation, and never a replacement for the Word of God. Instead, if they occur at all, they must be tested, weighed, and submitted to the authority of Scripture and the wisdom of the Church. If the cultural moment feels unstable, if you sense the Lord inviting you into deeper surrender, or if you're wondering how to remain grounded when life becomes unpredictable, this conversation will help clarify the posture that prepares a believer to endure seasons of shaking. Guest Bio Paige Collins is a lifelong dreamer and visionary, and the founding partner of Icon Media Group, a premier PR firm specializing in faith and family entertainment. She has led high-impact publicity campaigns for major faith-based films and Kingdom-driven brands, helping shape the public conversation around faith in media and culture. Paige also serves as a producer, screenwriter, and founder of Honeybee Entertainment, a company dedicated to elevating stories of women of faith across film, television, and other creative platforms. Show Partner SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

He had used a Ouija board before without consequence.So when he brought one into his apartment in 2004, he wasn't expecting anything to follow. The first night was quiet. Nothing dramatic happened.Then the nights began to feel different.Strange sounds in the kitchen long after everyone was asleep. Activity that stopped the moment he went to check. Laughter outside at an hour when no one should have been awake.And one detail he still can't shake — something standing just outside his bedroom door.He threw the board away the next day. Everything stopped. If it was coincidence… why did it begin the moment that board entered his home?#RealGhostStories #OuijaBoard #HauntedApartment #ParanormalEncounter #WhatDidWeInviteIn #TrueGhostStory #RGSOLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

In this bold and controversial episode, Ray Higdon explains why being "nice" can hurt both your income and the people you are trying to serve. While many salespeople believe kindness alone is enough, Ray argues that excessive niceness often masks avoidance, weak posture, and a refusal to develop real sales skills. You will learn why caring about prospects sometimes requires courage instead of comfort, why authenticity without skill can limit impact, and how improving your sales ability actually helps more people transform their lives. Ray also breaks down the difference between being pushy and being bold—and why mastering scripts and frameworks is essential if you want consistent results. —  

He had used a Ouija board before without consequence.So when he brought one into his apartment in 2004, he wasn't expecting anything to follow. The first night was quiet. Nothing dramatic happened.Then the nights began to feel different.Strange sounds in the kitchen long after everyone was asleep. Activity that stopped the moment he went to check. Laughter outside at an hour when no one should have been awake.And one detail he still can't shake — something standing just outside his bedroom door.He threw the board away the next day. Everything stopped. If it was coincidence… why did it begin the moment that board entered his home?#RealGhostStories #OuijaBoard #HauntedApartment #ParanormalEncounter #WhatDidWeInviteIn #TrueGhostStory #RGSOLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

It is possible to practice the rhythms of faith and still miss the Person those rhythms were meant to lead us to. We can read Scripture, attend church, adopt the language of discipleship, and build entire spiritual lives around the habits of Jesus—while quietly drifting from intimacy with Jesus Himself. This week on Win Today, Hosanna Wong joins me for a clarifying and deeply confronting conversation about the difference between performing Christianity and actually knowing God. We examine how selective obedience slowly erodes intimacy with Him, why legalism has learned to rebrand itself as passion for holiness, and how seasons of hiddenness and crushing are often the environments where authentic discipleship is formed. Hosanna also unpacks six roadblocks that frequently prevent believers from experiencing genuine connection with God, revealing how easy it is to substitute religious activity for relational transformation. The invitation of Jesus has never been behavior management or spiritual performance—it is repentance, surrender, and relationship. If you've been doing the practices of faith but still feel distant from God… if you've sensed the quiet conviction that something deeper is being asked of you, or if you're realizing that obedience in some areas has been selective rather than surrendered, this episode will bring needed clarity. Guest Bio Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist known for helping everyday people know Jesus in a real and personal way. Widely recognized for her viral spoken word piece "I Have A New Name," Hosanna shares her message in churches, conferences, prisons, and ministries around the world, reaching across denominations, cultures, and backgrounds. Raised in an urban ministry on the streets of San Francisco, she later spent years traveling throughout the United States speaking and sharing the gospel through spoken word poetry while living out of suitcases. Through her speaking, writing, and creative work, Hosanna equips believers to deepen their relationship with God and pursue authentic discipleship. Show Partner SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Discipleship often sounds like something that requires a large program, a curriculum, or a major church initiative. But what if it's far simpler than that? What if discipleship often begins with just one intentional relationship? Sometimes a single faithful conversation—repeated over time—can shape how we follow Christ in every area of life, including our finances. Today, we spoke with Brian Holtz, CEO of Compass Financial Ministry, about a simple discipleship model that has quietly transformed lives for decades. And it all begins with one person investing in another. The Power of One-to-One Discipleship The vision began with Howard Dayton, the founder of Compass. Many people know Howard from his years teaching about biblical stewardship, but at the heart of his ministry has always been personal discipleship. Years ago, Howard made a simple commitment: each year, he would intentionally walk alongside one person. They would read Scripture together, discuss what God was teaching them, and reflect on how those truths applied to their lives. Alongside Scripture, they would read a few formative Christian books and meet regularly to talk through what they were learning. But there was one small request. At the end of the year, the person being discipled would commit to doing the same thing with someone else. That simple multiplication strategy became known as the “One More” program—disciple one person each year and invite them to do the same. Books That Shape the Heart Over time, the reading list has evolved, but the goal has always remained the same: to encourage deep spiritual formation. Some of the books commonly used in the process include: Humility by Andrew Murray Trusting God by Jerry Bridges Financial Discipleship by Peter Briscoe The Master Plan of Evangelism by Robert Coleman Each of these works invites believers to reflect deeply on their relationship with God. But as Brian Holtz explained, the real power isn't in the book list. It's in the relationship. The conversations that happen as we discuss what God is teaching—how Scripture shapes decisions, priorities, and daily life—become the true treasure of the process. A Life-Shaping Year For Brian, this model of discipleship became deeply personal. Nearly a decade ago, his family had just relocated across state lines for work. Everything felt unsettled—his job, church, and even family rhythms. Nothing seemed to be falling into place. Then a friend invited him into this simple discipleship process: reading Scripture and a few books together over the course of a year. What began as a small commitment ended up transforming nearly every area of his life. His view of money changed. His relationship with the Lord deepened. His marriage and parenting were shaped in new ways. Eventually, that same relationship even influenced his career, leading him to join Compass Financial Ministry itself. What started as one faithful investment became a turning point in Brian's life—and he has since walked many others through the same journey. Where Discipleship Begins For many believers, the idea of discipling someone else can feel intimidating. We imagine complicated programs or advanced theological training. But Brian offers a far simpler starting point. Don't read books alone anymore. Invite someone to read with you—whether it's Scripture, a devotional, or a Christian book. Meet regularly, talk about what you're learning, and discuss how those truths apply to your life.  That's it. One conversation at a time. For those who want to follow the same approach used by Howard Dayton, Compass offers free study guides through its “One More” initiative, designed to help people disciple one person each year. One Faithful Relationship at a Time Discipleship rarely begins with a platform or a program. More often, it starts with a single faithful relationship—two people opening Scripture together, asking honest questions, and encouraging one another to follow Christ more closely. And when that investment is repeated again and again, the impact multiplies in ways we may never fully see. One conversation. One relationship. One more life shaped for eternity. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: My 19-year-old daughter still lives at home, and we want to help her learn good money habits before she moves out. Should we charge her rent and save it for her? What percentage makes sense, where should we keep it, and is it wise for her to get a credit card to start building credit? We lived in a home for 20 years, then turned it into a rental five years ago. It hasn't been rented for about a year due to renovations. If we sell now, can we avoid capital gains taxes, and how should we handle tithing from the sale in the most tax-efficient way? My daughter is listed on my bank accounts, but her struggling business could lead to bankruptcy. Could that put my money at risk, and should I remove her from the accounts to protect it? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) National Christian Foundation (NCF) Compass Financial Ministry | One More Program Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. 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Send a textEver notice how a single idea repeats all day until it becomes the only thing you can think about? That's not an accident—it's a pattern doing its quiet work. We take you from kitchen-table math to the beating heart of social media, showing how simple operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication shape attention, spread ideas, and, over time, harden into culture.We begin by reframing culture as repetition across time, then connect that to how algorithms curate what we see and reward what we repeat. Math anxiety often keeps us from noticing the basics: more exposure adds weight, suppression subtracts momentum, and a single high-leverage share multiplies reach at a geometric clip. When platforms optimize for engagement, negativity often rides the fastest path. Tell a lie a thousand times and familiarity starts masquerading as truth. That's the culture of algorithm, where small signals—clicks, saves, comments—compound into social reality.Instead of surrendering to the feed, we lay out a practical playbook for building positive algorithms. Set clear signals with consistent publishing, crisp framing, and useful takeaways. Invite reinforcement that rewards depth over heat. Partner with aligned voices to multiply quality, not just volume. Define success beyond clicks—look for retention, clarity, and behavior change. We also unpack the psychology behind the tech: novelty, reward schedules, pattern fluency, and social proof. Like walking a city filled with repeating colors, your focus is trained by frequencies; choose the colors you want your audience to dream about.Nature offers a model too. Ants follow trails, and when a path breaks, they adapt and lay a new one. That's the mindset we need: responsible creators engineering attention with care, communities choosing repetition that serves truth, and leaders who measure what compounds learning, not just what spikes. If we repeat better patterns, the math will work for us. Subscribe, share with a friend who shapes culture, and leave a review telling us one positive pattern you plan to repeat this week.Support the showYou can support this show via the link below;https://www.buzzsprout.com/1718587/supporters/new

Are you working against yourself in business? In this episode of Choice, Change and Action, Simone Milasas talks with Cassy Summers about business done different rather than business done as per this reality. What capacities in business have you been disregarding and not acknowledging? Stop killing future possibilities by your judgments and conclusions about business and about you in business. What you know about business is what you know; you don't need a degree. Explore what else is possible! Questions And Tools: "What energy is required today?"/"What energy does this project require?" "What can I be?" "I can create this. I can choose this. What do I require?" "What magic, miracles and chaos can this business be?" "Is it going to be fun?" Tools: Listen for what your point of view is and POD and POC. Start being what you be and a different reality can show up. Come out of judgement and acknowledge your capacities. Ask to increase them, and choose more. It's not about avoiding anything, it's about embracing everything. Surround yourself with capable people and listen. How would you do business? What do you know about it? Invite the energy of chaos into your business. When hiring, ask for people who are better than you to show up. How many more revenue streams can you ask for? How many of you are working against yourselves rather than with your capacities? Everything that is, times a godzillion, will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. How many things in business are you avoiding that if you didn't avoid them would expand your business? Everything that is, times a godzillion,  will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds.   As Mentioned In This Episode: Joy of Business book: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/shop-catalog/book/joy-of-business  The Business Class on Access.me: http://Access.me  Business Done Different online class with Simone: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/class-catalog/access-special-classes/joy-of-business/business-done-different-with-an-advanced-facilitat_639037305772025589/details  Business, Money & Profit Brazil & online class with Simone: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/class-catalog/access-special-classes/joy-of-business/the-business-money-and-profit-class_639026555125132189/details  El Lugar: https://ellugar.com  Joy of Business Facilitators: https://www.accessjoyofbusiness.com/facilitators  Useful Links: The Clearing Statement explained Access Consciousness Website Choice, Change & Action Podcast Instagram Follow Simone Milasas Simone's Website Simone's Instagram Simone's Facebook Simone's YouTube Simone's Telegram Simone's Contact Email  Follow Cassy Summers Cassy's Website Cassy's Instagram Cassy's Facebook Cassy's YouTube Play with Simone Milasas The Profit Club membership Getting Out of Debt Joyfully Taking Action online video course All Upcoming Classes with Simone Past Class Recordings  

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If sales feels exhausting, draining, or emotionally heavy, the problem may not be your workload—it may be your approach. In this episode, Ray Higdon explains why sales should not feel this exhausting and reveals the two core shifts that immediately reduce burnout: posture and lead flow. Most salespeople feel tired because they are chasing prospects, forcing conversations, and operating from desperation instead of confidence. Ray breaks down why posture—the ability to manage the energy of a conversation—is the opposite of chasing and how learning it instantly removes emotional friction from selling. He also explains why building lead generation alongside prospecting is essential for long-term sustainability and why relying on one without the other limits income. —  

Are you building a business, or just a job with your name on it? For many founders, selling their company is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Yet when the time comes, they're unprepared — financially, structurally, and emotionally. They're burned out. Or worse, they're forced into a decision that should have been strategic. In this episode, we discuss what it really takes to sell a business well — and why preparing for an exit starts years before you ever list it. Marvin Karlow is a licensed investment banker and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisor at Raincatcher who has spent his career on both sides of the deal table. A former C-suite executive at LexisNexis, ChoicePoint, JPMorgan Chase, and Texas Instruments, Marvin later bought, grew, and exited his own manufacturing business — including a carve-out that was acquired by a publicly traded company. Over the past two years alone, he has helped founders achieve more than $25 million in successful exits. In this episode, Marvin breaks down how to prepare your business for maximum value, reduce stress during the sale process, and exit on your terms — not someone else's. Build a Business Buyers Compete For The biggest mistake founders make? Waiting until they're burned out to sell. Burnout often signals declining financial or operational performance, and buyers notice that. Marvin explains that the right time to sell isn't when you have to — it's when you're profitable, growing, and emotionally ready. Three foundational factors dramatically impact valuation: Profitability (non-negotiable) Clean, organized financials Minimal owner reliance Owner reliance is a deal killer. If every decision runs through you, if key client relationships depend solely on your personal history — buyers aren't purchasing a scalable business. They're buying a job. And that lowers value. The goal? Become the strategist behind your business. Run a Process — Don't Just List Your Business Many founders unknowingly leave money on the table because their representation "lists and waits." Marvin's philosophy is different: create a competitive environment. He compares it to selling a house. You don't just put it on MLS and hope. You stage it. Market it strategically. Create urgency. Invite multiple serious buyers. Set deadlines. Generate offers. Negotiate upward. That same disciplined process applies in M&A. Competition drives value. When buyers know others are at the table, offers improve — not just on price, but on terms. Every business owner exits eventually. You can exit on your terms, under your own power — or not. Preparing early allows you to strengthen financial reporting, reduce owner dependence, and make other improvements that boost value years later. Enjoy this episode with Marvin Karlow… Soundbytes 06:02 - 06:17 "For a lot of business owners, it's a once-in-a-lifetime event, because you started the business when you were 17 or 22 or whatever, and you ran it for 20 or 30 or 40 years. And now your reason for exiting is that you'd like to retire, or you'd like to spend more time with the grandkids, or whatever it is. It's truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. And you definitely want to get it right. This is not the thing to get wrong in life." 36:57 - 37:15 "Every business owner exits eventually. You're going to exit your business at some point. You can do it on your terms under your own power — or not. I suggest your own terms and your own power, and having conversations with somebody like me will help that." Quotes "If you're working 60 hours a week in your business and every decision runs through you, it's going to be pretty difficult to sell." "The number one tactic is to be profitable." "There's a buyer for almost every business. The question is valuation." "The only way to know you got the best deal is to have multiple offers." Links mentioned in this episode: From Our Guest Connect with Marvin Karlow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinkarlow/ Email: marvin.karlow@raincatcher.com Website: https://raincatcher.com/ Connect with brandiD Find out how top leaders are increasing their authority, impact, and income online. Listen to our private podcast, The Professional Presence Podcast: https://thebrandid.com/professional-presence-podcast Ready to elevate your digital presence with a powerful brand or website? Contact us here: https://thebrandid.com/contact-form/

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Moving Towards TensionLeaders Make It Better "For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it." (Hebrews 12:11, ESV) True growth is painful. It comes after testing, heat, pressure, or resistance. Most people run from the pain of tension, but wisdom tells us tension is necessary if you want to keep growing. Likewise, an organization will not grow by eliminating all tension; it grows by embracing it in a healthy way. Consider this: Toyota is known for building vehicles with remarkable reliability. They consistently hold some of the highest resale values in the automotive market and are regularly recognized for longevity and durability. But Toyota did not become synonymous with quality by accident. In the decades following World War II, Japanese automakers were not globally respected. Toyota had to fight its way into credibility. Their breakthrough came when they made a radical decision to prioritize quality over speed. While many manufacturers focused on producing more cars faster, Toyota chose a different path. They developed what became known as the Toyota Production System, often referred to as Lean Manufacturing. Lean manufacturing removes unnecessary complexity. It strips away waste. It refuses to grow comfortable with inefficiency. But perhaps most remarkable is this: Toyota literally built tension into their assembly line. At the center of their system is something called the Andon system (Andon means lantern in Japanese). Running alongside the assembly line is a bright cord. At any moment, any worker, regardless of rank, can pull that cord. And when they do, the entire production line stops. Not slows down. It stops. In an industry obsessed with speed and output, Toyota empowers the person with their hands on the product to halt the entire line if they see something wrong. Why? Because they understand that small tension now, prevents catastrophic failure later. So what does that mean for us? If a company can embrace tension in a system that produces cars, why would we try to avoid it in a church that is building people? Tension is the stretch we feel when growth pulls us beyond our current comfort. It's not a sign that something is wrong; it's a sign that something needs to grow. Learning how to lean into it and use it is key. Let me give you a practical example. Since September, we've seen a significant increase in first-time guests. At the same time, I felt something was off in our follow-up systems. We're not seeing the retention I expected, so I "pulled the cord," in a manner of speaking. What we found was alarming. Systems we designed years ago are no longer adequate or effective for where we are now. We became too comfortable with automation. Our contact reads like scripts and templates. It isn't personal. It isn't surprising that we haven't received a reply to any of our texts or emails since October. It hasn't been personal; it hasn't felt real. Personal is powerful, and artificial is inauthentic. If we want God to keep sending people, we have to truly see people. Do you feel the tension? HOW TO MOVE TOWARDS TENSION 1. RECOGNIZE TOMORROW'S GROWTH REQUIRES TODAY'S PAIN Two months ago, I shared "Moving Away from Complexity." I didn't realize at the time just how timely that message would be for us. We've worked hard to move from an older version of Grace World to the healthy expression we have today. Yet this cannot be our stopping place. There is a future version of our church that is leaner and stronger than we are right now. Getting there will require the right amount of pain. We have to embrace the tension. Time under tension is the only way to produce growth. If you've been feeling tension, that's a good thing. Lean into it. Don't run from it. If you haven't been feeling tension, it's likely you're too comfortable and need to challenge yourself. Comfort says, "This is what got us here." Leaning into tension asks, "What will get us there?" • Look for your current pain points. • Find a leadership book, podcast, or coach that will stretch you. The key is to decide today that you will embrace the tension. 2. ASK, "IS IT MISSION CRITICAL?" We are not a program-driven church. We are a mission-driven church. We show people who Jesus is and introduce them to the fullness of life that He offers. We help people discover life in fullness. To do this… We Awaken hearts. We Connect in community. We Train for purpose. We Send into fullness. Everything we do should be regularly run through that filter: Does this awaken? Does this connect? Does this train? Does this send? If it doesn't clearly move someone toward life in its fullness, we must refine it or release it. A clear mission should create tension. Every program. Every event. Every activity. Every role. Each must answer the question: How is this mission-critical? • Review your events and ministries through the lens of our mission. • Look for measurable fruit. • Are you duplicating efforts? • Where are you doing too much? • Make sure you and your team know exactly how this moves the mission forward. Remember, clarity of mission protects our calling. 3. MAKE FEEDBACK YOUR FRIEND Every member of this team needs to be able to pull on the rope. You see things we can't see. We cannot fix or refine what we refuse to see. Invite them into the feedback loop. We depend on an amazing team of pastors, campus staff, group leaders, and Kids and Student leaders. It takes teamwork to make this dream work. When was the last time you invited feedback or felt that yours was truly welcome? Normalize post-event debriefs: • What worked? • What didn't? • Where was there confusion? • What was missing? • Schedule regular check-ins with key teams and leaders. • Invite input before making major adjustments. • Ask, "What are you seeing that we are missing?" • Reward their honesty, not just their harmony. A lack of feedback usually means we've grown comfortable. You have to challenge the system. 4. HAVE THE HARD CONVERSATIONS You cannot move a team or organization forward without embracing hard conversations. These are the conversations that challenge the status quo while moving us toward the mission. Avoiding these conversations may protect your comfort, but having them protects our culture.• Separate identity from assignment. • Anchor the conversation in our vision and values. • Remember, the first goal of communication is clarity. • Land on clear action steps. If we know our vision and live out our values, we already have a framework for every hard conversation. It's built into the culture. Pull on the rope! SHARPING THE EDGE If we want to stay sharp as a church, as leaders, and as a team, we cannot run from tension. We must lean into it. The right kind of tension is not a threat to our culture; it is proof that we care enough to grow. So here is the action step: pull the cord. This week, identify one area where something feels "off" in your ministry, your systems, or even in yourself and address it directly. Don't ignore it. Don't normalize it. Lean into it. Remember, leaders make it better. And sometimes making it better means embracing the friction that sharpens us.

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Hi, gang; it's nice to be back among the land of the living and (mostly) to have my voice back! Thanks for the notes of encouragement last week.I'm going to continue with the updated format we rolled out last week, giving some summaries of the texts for this Sunday, along with some preaching notes and such. As always, I truly welcome your feedback as to what is helpful and what is not — particularly. So, away we go! “The Great One” aka Jackie Gleason demonstrating his Away We Go poseRCL Texts1 Samuel 16:1–13God sends Samuel to Bethlehem to anoint a new king from Jesse's sons. Samuel assumes the oldest, strongest-looking son must be the one, but God interrupts that instinct: “The Lord does not see as mortals see… the Lord looks on the heart.” One by one, the obvious candidates pass by. Finally David, the youngest, is brought in from tending sheep, and God says, “Rise and anoint him.” The Spirit rushes upon David from that day forward. The passage confronts human fixation on appearance, status, and first impressions, and it highlights God's freedom to choose the overlooked.Preaching note:God's election disrupts our ranking systems. The text is not anti-giftedness; it is anti-reduction of people to image, polish, or social weight.Pastoral caution:Don't weaponize “God looks at the heart” to dismiss responsible leadership discernment or to romanticize inexperience.Application move:Invite the congregation to reconsider one person they have underestimated — in church, family, or community — and pray for eyes trained by God rather than by appearance.Psalm 23This psalm speaks in intimate trust: the Lord is shepherd, host, guide, and protector. It moves from green pastures to dark valleys without pretending the valley is unreal. God's presence is not only for peaceful seasons but also for threatening ones: “You are with me.” The tone shifts from third person (“he”) to second person (“you”) in the valley, suggesting nearness in trouble. The psalm ends not with escape from life but with confident belonging — dwelling in God's house, held by goodness and mercy.Preaching note:Psalm 23 is not sentimental denial. It names threat and still confesses trust because God is near, not because life is easy.Pastoral caution:Avoid using this psalm to force quick comfort on grieving people (“you should feel peaceful by now”).Application move:Offer a breath prayer for anxious moments this week:Inhale: “You are with me.”Exhale: “I will not fear.”Ephesians 5:8–14Paul reminds believers of identity and calling: “Once you were darkness, but now in the Lord you are light.” Not merely “in darkness,” but darkness — a condition now transformed by Christ. Because of that change, the church is to “live as children of light,” producing goodness, justice, and truth. The passage rejects unfruitful works of darkness and calls for discernment about what pleases the Lord. The closing line (“Sleeper, awake… and Christ will shine on you”) sounds like a baptismal wake-up call: step out of hiddenness and into Christ's illuminating life.Preaching note:Paul roots ethics in identity. We don't behave into belonging; we live differently because we already belong to Christ.Pastoral caution:Don't preach “light vs darkness” in ways that fuel self-righteousness or stigmatize those in depression, doubt, or struggle.Application move:Ask people to choose one concrete “light practice” for Lent: truth-telling, restitution, reconnection, or daily examen before bed.John 9:1–41Jesus sees a man blind from birth, and the disciples ask whose sin caused it. Jesus refuses that blame framework and says God's works will be revealed. He heals the man with mud and water, sending him to wash in Siloam. As the man gains sight, conflict escalates: neighbors debate, religious leaders investigate, parents fear social consequences, and the healed man grows bolder in testimony. Ironically, those who claim spiritual sight become harder and more blind, while the one once blind comes to faith and worship. The story is about more than physical healing; it is about revelation, courage, and the cost of confessing Jesus.Preaching note:Jesus rejects simplistic blame and restores dignity. The healed man's journey moves from partial understanding to public witness to worship.Pastoral caution:Do not imply disability is a spiritual object lesson or punishment. The text centers Jesus' works, not human fault.Application move:Challenge the church to interrupt blame-language this week (“Who caused this?”) and replace it with mercy-language (“How can God's care show up here?”).An optional sermon outline (with illustration ideas)“From Blind Assumptions to Living in the Light”Core Claim: God sees truly, stays near, and calls us to walk in Christ's light.1) God Sees What We MissText: 1 Samuel 16:1–13• Samuel looks at appearance; God looks at the heart.• David is overlooked, yet chosen and anointed.• Lent confronts our habit of judging by surface: polish, confidence, résumé, class, age.Preaching move:Name the church's temptation to mistake visibility for calling.Illustration #1 (Hiring Panel / Audition):A hiring committee nearly rejects a candidate because they're quiet and unimpressive in first-round small talk. But their portfolio reveals deep wisdom and consistency. The “obvious” pick had charisma; the right pick had substance.Point: We often confuse presentation with depth.───2) God Is With Us in the Valley, Not Just Beyond ItText: Psalm 23• The psalm includes both green pastures and dark valleys.• The turning point is not changed scenery but changed presence: “You are with me.”• Lent teaches trust in God's companionship when outcomes are unresolved.Preaching move:Pastor people away from shallow optimism toward durable trust.Illustration #2 (Night Drive in Fog):Driving in dense fog, you can't see far ahead. You move safely not because you can see the whole road, but because headlights give enough light for the next stretch.Point: God often gives “next-step” light, not full-map certainty.───3) Christ Moves Us from Blame to WitnessTexts: Ephesians 5:8–14; John 9:1–41• Disciples ask, “Who sinned?” Jesus refuses blame logic.• Healing leads to conflict, interrogation, and eventually worship.• Paul: “You were darkness, now you are light… live as children of light.”• Christian maturity means truthfulness, courage, and mercy—not scapegoating.Preaching move: Call the church to be a community where people are restored, not reduced.Illustration #3 (Recovery Story / Public Testimony):A person in recovery says, “People used to ask what was wrong with me. A mentor asked what happened to me and what healing might look like.” That shift changed everything.Point: Blame imprisons; grace opens a future.───Conclusion / InvitationThis week, invite the congregation to:1. Re-examine one judgment they've made by appearance.2. Pray Psalm 23 daily in one anxious moment (“You are with me”).3. Replace blame with witness in one hard conversation (“How might Christ bring light here?”).Narrative Lectionary TextJohn 18:28–40 (Jesus and Pilate)Jesus is brought from the religious hearing to the Roman governor's headquarters. The leaders avoid ritual defilement so they can eat Passover, while simultaneously pressing for Jesus' execution — a sharp irony about outward purity and inward injustice. Pilate questions Jesus: “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus reframes kingship: his kingdom is “not from this world,” meaning it does not arise from coercion, violence, or imperial logic. He says he came to testify to the truth, and those who belong to the truth listen to his voice. Pilate responds with the famous, evasive question: “What is truth?” Though Pilate repeatedly signals Jesus' innocence, he yields to crowd pressure and offers the Passover release choice. The crowd chooses Barabbas, and Jesus is rejected. The scene exposes political fear, compromised leadership, and the quiet authority of Christ's truth.Preaching note:The passage is not mainly about a private religious dispute; it is about the collision between God's truth and public systems of power. Jesus is not passive — he is clear, composed, and sovereign even while being judged.Pastoral caution:Avoid preaching this text in a way that collapses into anti-Jewish blame. The Gospel scene includes multiple compromised actors (religious and political), and the deeper diagnosis is human fear and sin across the board.Application move:Invite the congregation to examine one place this week where they are tempted to choose convenience over truth — then take one concrete step of truthful speech or faithful action.Psalm 145:10–13 (Optional NL Psalm)These verses are a doxology of God's kingship. All creation blesses God; the faithful speak of God's glory so that all people may know God's mighty acts. The kingdom of God is described as everlasting and enduring through every generation. In context with John 18, the psalm functions as a theological contrast: earthly rulers protect fragile power, but God's reign is steady, trustworthy, and not subject to panic or spin.Preaching note:The psalm gives the church its public vocabulary: we announce God's reign not as propaganda, but as testimony to God's enduring character.Pastoral caution:Don't turn “God's kingdom” into partisan language or culture-war slogans. The text points to God's universal, generational, mercy-shaped reign.Application move:Give a simple Lenten practice: each day name one headline-driven fear, then pray, “Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; steady my heart in your rule.”Optional Sermon Outline “What Is Truth? Christ's Kingdom in a Fearful World”Core Claim: When fear distorts judgment, Jesus remains the truthful King, and the church is called to bear witness to God's enduring kingdom.1) Religious Appearance Can Hide Moral CompromiseText: John 18:28–32• Leaders avoid ritual defilement before Passover, yet pursue an unjust outcome.• John exposes the disconnect between external purity and internal posture.• Lent calls us to integrity, not image-management.Preaching move:Name how easy it is to keep religious habits while avoiding hard obedience.Suggested illustration #1 (Polished Exterior):A house can have a freshly painted front porch while the foundation quietly cracks.Point: Cosmetic faith is not structural faith.───2) Jesus Redefines Kingship Through Truth, Not ForceText: John 18:33–38a• Pilate asks political questions; Jesus gives theological answers.• “My kingdom is not from this world” = not sourced by domination, manipulation, or violence.• Jesus' mission: “to testify to the truth.”• “Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”Preaching move:Show that Christian allegiance is formed by Christ's voice before it is shaped by public anxiety.Suggested illustration #2 (Tuning Fork):A tuning fork sets the reference pitch; every instrument must tune to it or the whole ensemble drifts.Point: Christ is the reference tone for truth; without him, we normalize dissonance.───3) Fear Chooses Barabbas, but God's Kingdom EnduresText: John 18:38b–40 + Psalm 145:10–13• Pilate knows Jesus is innocent but caves to pressure.• The crowd chooses Barabbas — immediate control over inconvenient truth.• Psalm 145 counters this instability: God's kingdom is everlasting, generation to generation.• The church's task: speak of that kingdom clearly and calmly.Preaching move: Call the congregation from reactive fear to steady witness.Suggested illustration #3 (News Cycle vs. Bedrock):Headlines change by the hour; bedrock does not.Point: Public narratives shift fast, but God's reign is not up for reelection.───Conclusion / InvitationThis week, invite people to three responses:1. Confession: Where am I curating appearances instead of walking in truth?2. Discernment: Which voice is shaping my fear most — Christ's or the crowd's?3. Witness: One concrete act of truth-telling, mercy, or courage in Christ's name. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lectionarypro.substack.com

When life doesn't unfold the way you hoped, Palm Sunday reminds us that Jesus is still King—working through unmet expectations to deepen our trust and move us from disappointment to steady, resurrection-shaped hope.Invite and share this message with your family and friends and bless them with this great message. If you're new to Cornerstone and this is your first time watching us, we'd love to say “hello!” Just click on this url http://cornerstonesf.org/welcome to fill out our Welcome Card and one of our community members will follow up with you. Also if you are in need of prayer, don't hesitate to put in a prayer request at http://cornerstonesf.org/prayer----Song Credits: What A God - SEU Worship, feat. ONE HOUSEBobby Walker, Brunes Charles, Chelsea Plank, Kenzie Walker, Roosevelt Stewart© One House Publishing | Be Essential Songs | SEU Publishing Designee-BMIAll music performed by the CornerstoneSF Worship Band under CCLI license No. 48786, CCS No. 8434 #cornerstonesf #liveitoutsf #TheCostOfLove #BuildingForTomorrow

Don't let love become a calculation—learn from Mary's extravagant worship (and Judas' critical spirit) why the “cost of love” is giving Jesus your best, throwing caution to the wind as we move toward the cross.Invite and share this message with your family and friends and bless them with this great message. If you're new to Cornerstone and this is your first time watching us, we'd love to say “hello!” Just click on this url http://cornerstonesf.org/welcome to fill out our Welcome Card and one of our community members will follow up with you. Also if you are in need of prayer, don't hesitate to put in a prayer request at http://cornerstonesf.org/prayer----Song Credits:Spirit Lead Me - Influence MusicMichael Barkulis, Melody Noel, Graham Moore, Michael Ketterer, Whitney Medina, Gabriel Wilson© 2018 BarkLoudMusic | Influence Music Official | Ketterer Music Publishing | Krispy Music | Mel Noel Publishing | W hitney Medina Music | W orks By Influence Official | Remaining portion is unaffiliatedAll music performed by the CornerstoneSF Worship Band under CCLI license No. 48786, CCS No. 8434 #cornerstonesf #liveitoutsf #TheCostOfLove #BuildingForTomorrow

Rejection is one of the biggest confidence killers in sales—but it doesn't have to be. In this episode, Ray Higdon explains how to stay confident after rejection and why most salespeople take rejection far too personally. The truth is, rejection is not a sign that you are failing—it is a normal part of growth, success, and mastery. Ray shares powerful perspective shifts that instantly remove the emotional sting of rejection, including why top authors, actors, and entrepreneurs faced massive rejection before succeeding. You will also learn how detaching from outcomes, focusing on activity, and reframing rejection as progress can dramatically increase your confidence and consistency. —  

Sexual addiction is often treated as a behavior problem. Stop the behavior. Remove the temptation. Try harder next time. But what if the behavior is not the real issue? What if the patterns that bring shame, secrecy, and self-sabotage are actually revealing something deeper about the story you carry? This week on Win Today, therapist and researcher Jay Stringer joins me to unpack the anatomy of sexual addiction and unwanted sexual behavior. Drawing from research involving more than 3,800 men and women, Jay explains why these patterns are rarely random and how the unresolved parts of our past often shape them. We talk about why shame keeps people trapped in destructive cycles, why curiosity is often the first step toward healing, and why grief has the surprising power to reshape what we desire. Sexual struggles are not simply moral failures to suppress. They can become a roadmap that leads us toward the healing we have avoided. If you are stuck in patterns you cannot explain, if shame has kept you silent, or if you've tried to manage the behavior without understanding the story behind it, this episode will help you see why real freedom begins with honesty. Guest Bio Jay Stringer is a licensed therapist, minister, and researcher who helps men and women understand and outgrow unwanted sexual behaviors. He is the author of the award-winning book Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing, based on a multiyear research study involving more than 3,800 men and women exploring the roots of sexual addiction and compulsive sexual behavior. Jay is also the creator of the Sexual Behavior Self-Assessment and The Journey Course, a five-month program designed to help individuals identify and transform the deeper drivers behind destructive patterns. He holds an MDiv and a master's degree in counseling psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and completed post-graduate training under Dr. Dan Allender while serving as a Senior Fellow at The Allender Center. Show Partner SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Ever notice how the smallest trigger in your relationship—a tone of voice, a lingering look, or a forgotten chore—can suddenly feel like a five-alarm fire? The truth is, most couples aren't fighting about the dishes or the laundry; they're struggling against the undercurrents of stress, anxiety, and unspoken needs that simmer just beneath the surface. When these emotions erupt, it's not just about the task at hand but the deep human urge to be seen, valued, and connected. Left unchecked, these survival-driven stress responses can turn moments of misunderstanding into cycles of blame, defensiveness, or painful silence. In this episode, you'll discover a refreshing reframe of stress in intimate relationships—not as a signal to run or shut down, but as an invitation to meaningful connection and growth. Learn how to recognize your triggers, transform heightened emotions into curiosity and constructive action, and tap into the power of vulnerability—even in the heat of conflict. Through practical strategies, thought-provoking questions, and powerful mindset shifts, this conversation is packed with insights to help you break free from old reaction patterns, deepen trust, and turn even your toughest moments into a pathway for a stronger partnership. Dr. Rebecca Heiss Bio: Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a Stress Physiologist and full-time keynote speaker residing in Greenville, South Carolina, who has worked with household names like VISA, P&G, SHRM, Bloomberg, and Northwestern Mutual. Dr. Heiss hails from a small town in upstate NY! She grew up playing basketball and football in the backyard with her sister and neighborhood kids. Basketball stuck with her, and she continues to enjoy playing with friends today while promoting her co-founded non-profit, Gamechanger Basketball.   Episode Highlights 03:40 Discover how personal loss led to a life-changing approach to handling stress. 08:42 Learn why our brains react so strongly in relationships—and how to respond differently. 11:37 Find out how curiosity can replace fear and build a deeper connection during stress. 14:41 Get simple, real-life tools for managing conflict and assessing vulnerability. 19:01 Uncover powerful questions that can turn arguments into understanding. 20:51 Explore a three-step process for navigating stress as a team and how to use this method to resolve everyday relationship challenges. 26:25 Discover why embracing—not avoiding—stress leads to more meaning and growth. 39:40 Quick, physical techniques anyone can use to release tension. 40:58 How community, service, and the right resources can transform your stress.   Your Checklist of Actions to Take Pause and Breathe: When feeling stressed or triggered, take a moment to pause with a deep inhale and exhale to help settle your nervous system. Invite the Tiger In: Instead of avoiding stress, consciously sit with the discomfort for three minutes to allow yourself to fully experience and acknowledge it. Get Curious: Ask yourself, "What is this stress here to help me do?" to start shifting out of a blame mindset and into a place of productive inquiry. Connect with Others: Reflect on "Who do I need to connect with?"—be it your partner, a friend, or even a part of yourself—to seek support and reduce isolation. Use Physical Outlet: If you're more nonverbal, move your body (e.g., fast feet, punching a pillow, yelling—in a safe space) to help release stress energy. Name Your Feelings: Verbally recognize and share your emotional state with your partner, such as "I'm feeling defensive," to foster vulnerability and mutual understanding. Set a Break Word: Agree on a lighthearted code word as a couple to pause heated discussions, allowing each person to process and return with more clarity. Direct Your Energy Constructively: After working through the initial stress, focus on what you need—whether it's an apology, to be heard, or a change in behavior—and express this clearly to your partner.   Mentioned Instinct (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Springboard (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Man's Search for Meaning (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication (free guide) Connect with Dr. Rebecca Heiss Websites: rebeccaheiss.com Facebook: facebook.com/drrebeccaheiss X: https://x.com/DrRebeccaHeiss YouTube: youtube.com/hannel/UCO3XmakQmJX0z0TbSfr3agg Instagram: instagram.com/drrebeccaheiss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rebeccaheiss/details/experience

Are you choosing enough? Are you choosing what you truly could be choosing?  This is your life. Go for it!  On this 300th episode of Choice, Change and Action, Simone Milasas takes you through some of the tools of Access Consciousness to inspire you to have more and be more. What would it take to truly live? Questions And Tools: "Dear universe, what else is possible?" "How does it get any better than this?" "Everything is the opposite of what appears to be, nothing is the opposite of what appears to be" "How did I create this?" "If I was choosing my financial reality, what would I choose?" "What creationships can I invite into my life today?" "Earth, what do you require of me today?" "Body, what do you desire to change? What action can I take? What can I be with you?" "What would it take to truly live?" Tools to change any area of our life: Use the mantra of Access Consciousness: "All of life comes to me with ease and joy and glory." There is no right or wrong; it's about choosing what works for you. What would you like to create? If you don't choose your reality, this reality will start to dictate what you are choosing. What action can you take to change something? What can you hear? Relax. Use the crazy phrase: "Everything is the opposite of what appears to be, nothing is the opposite of what appears to be." There is nothing wrong with you, there is nothing to fix; but you can change. Stop looking outside of you for the source of creation for your life; you are the source of creation, you create your today and your future. There is no answer; it's about you choosing. Nothing happens to you; you create everything that shows up in your life. Use the clearing statement: Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. Destroy and uncreate all the points of views you think are yours, now what would you choose? It's all about energy. Surround yourself with people who are a contribution to you, and you are a contribution to them What if your life didn't have to be hard and you could just start choosing?  What would it take to embrace everything you are today? Be you, change the world. Dedicate yourself to demanding that you stop judging; judging doesn't create anything greater. Know that you are a walking talking miracle. Invite more chaos into your life; chaos is creation. What is the Earth asking of you? What can you contribute? What can the Earth contribute to you?  What can you receive today that you were not willing to receive yesterday? Allow more to show up rather try to control it. Get your bars run. For 1 hour a day and 1 day a week, choose something that's just for you.    Everything you're not willing to perceive, know, be and receive about how you created this, will you destroy and uncreate it all? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. Everywhere you've decided the points of views you have around money are yours,  will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. How many of you are trying to prove that you fit somewhere? What if you fit nowhere and fit everywhere? Everything that is, times a godzillion,  will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. How many of you are trying to create relationships rather than creationships? Everything that is, times a godzillion,  will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. Destroy and uncreate everywhere you've been choosing based on this reality rather than choosing your reality. Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. What can you receive today that would create being totally out of control? Everything that is, times a godzillion,  will you destroy and uncreate it? Right and wrong, good and bad, all 100, shorts, boys, POVADs, creations, bases and beyonds. As Mentioned In This Episode: Simone's telegram: http://simonemilasas.com/telegram  Whatever Makes U Happy website: http://whatevermakesuhappy.com  Getting Out of Debt Joyfully book: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/shop-catalog/book/getting-out-of-debt-joyfully  Money Done Different class: http://www.simonemilasas.com/mdd  Being You, Changing the World book: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/shop-catalog/book/being-you-changing-the-world  The Profit Club: https://www.simonemilasas.com/profitclub  Money Come free energy pull: https://youtu.be/BynOUxU-lK4?si=3eHovWSb_36Znlgn  Business free energy pull: https://www.youtube.com/live/kZ7prkd9ol4?si=ldx3wKdJIF7BPxhn  Access Bars: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/micrositesfolder/accessbars  Useful Links: The Clearing Statement explained Access Consciousness Website Choice, Change & Action Podcast Instagram Follow Simone Milasas Simone's Website Simone's Instagram Simone's Facebook Simone's YouTube Simone's Telegram Simone's Contact Email  Play with Simone Milasas The Profit Club membership Getting Out of Debt Joyfully Taking Action online video course All Upcoming Classes with Simone Past Class Recordings

If sales have started to feel heavy, frustrating, or emotionally draining, the problem may not be your strategy—it may be your mindset. In this episode, Ray Higdon explains why sales feels hard and how simple mindset shifts can immediately change your experience and results. Most salespeople unknowingly tie their emotions to outcomes, rejection, and responses. But top performers detach from results and instead anchor themselves in activity, patience, and consistency. You will learn how to stop fearing rejection, why becoming addicted to activity transforms performance, and how shifting from "trying to close" to simply "seeing who's open" reduces pressure and increases conversions. Ray also explains why consistency, courage, and stepping outside your comfort zone are essential for success to become inevitable. —  

Episode 589: Charlie Eisenhood and Keith Raynor discuss the thrilling Smoky Mountain Invite! They also breakdown results from Commonwealth Cup and preview next week's Stanford Invite Women's and Northwest Challenge Men's. Lastly, they play some small ball before the mailbag question of the week.Make sure to join the Ultiworld Discord for weekly Live Deep Look Subscriber-only bonus segments. This week, Keith and Charlie discuss their College Awards Watchlists!

This week, I welcome Christy Brown, owner of Little Luxuries Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including another chaotic weekend of travel disruptions, Royal Caribbean's new ban, and more. Later, Brown shares what's trending this spring break travel season. From the top destinations to the rise of last-minute requests, Brown provides insights and tips for fellow travel advisors. The social media discussion begins after the 13-minute mark. Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2018, Ghislaine Maxwell—despite years of public allegations connecting her to Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking operation—was invited to and attended Jeff Bezos's elite and secretive literary retreat known as Campfire. The event, hosted by Bezos annually, brings together top authors, tech moguls, and media power players at a private location for a weekend of discussions, panels, and informal networking. Maxwell's presence at the retreat raised eyebrows, not only because of her reputation by that point, but also because it demonstrated how seamlessly she continued to move through the highest levels of elite society even after Epstein's 2008 conviction. Her attendance revealed a stunning level of normalization and acceptance within powerful circles, despite her growing notoriety.Maxwell reportedly arrived at the Campfire event alongside entrepreneur Scott Borgerson, a figure later revealed to be in a close relationship with her, though he denied any romantic involvement at the time. Attendees included influential figures from Silicon Valley, publishing, and entertainment—none of whom publicly objected to her presence. The revelation of her invitation has sparked renewed scrutiny into how the world's wealthiest and most influential people continued to welcome Epstein's known enablers into their inner circles long after the broader public became aware of their roles. It serves as yet another example of how elite spaces often insulate their own, regardless of the crimes that surround them.source:https://www.cnbc.com/2019/11/01/jeffrey-epstein-friend-ghislaine-maxwell-was-guest-at-jeff-bezos-event.html

Meetings don't have to drain time or energy. In fact, they can become one of the most effective tools in a well-run practice! In this episode of the Everyday Oral Surgery Podcast, Dr. Grant Stucki welcomes back Dr. Roger Levin, founder and CEO of Levin Group, for a focused discussion on conducting effective daily business meetings, also known as morning huddles. Dr. Levin challenges the idea that meetings are inherently inefficient and explains why, when done well, they're essential for clear communication in busy oral surgery practices. He breaks down ten practical rules for running effective daily meetings, showing how short, structured check-ins help organize the day, reduce interruptions, and keep teams aligned. The conversation also clarifies what belongs in a daily meeting versus a monthly staff meeting and why office managers play a critical role in setting agendas, managing time, and maintaining focus. Tune in for practical guidance on turning daily meetings into a reliable system that supports efficiency, leadership, and teamwork in your practice!Key Points From This Episode:How meetings gained a reputation as inefficient in business.Why oral surgery practices rely on meetings more than most industries.Three essential meetings for practices: daily business, monthly staff, and annual strategy.A breakdown of Dr. Levin's ten rules for daily business meetings.Rule 1: Start with why and a clear agenda for every meeting.Rule 2: Define the objective so everyone knows what the meeting is for.Rule 3: Invite only the people who truly need to be in the meeting.Rule 4: Start on time and end on time to show respect and leadership.Rule 5: Appoint a facilitator to run and control the meeting.Rule 6: Keep updates brief to maintain focus and momentum.Rule 7: Use a “parking lot” to keep discussions on agenda and save off-topic ideas for later.Rule 8: Encourage participation so meetings stay relevant and engaging.Rule 9: Document action items, assign them, and give deadlines.Rule 10: Follow up immediately so meetings lead to real action.Why short, consistent daily meetings outperform long, infrequent ones.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Roger Levin — https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-levin-69ab744/ Levin Group — https://levingroup.com/Office Manager Practice Mastery Program — https://levingroup.com/office-manager-practice-mastery-program/Episode 313 — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-power-tips-for-multi-office-practice-growth-with-dr/id1535284898?i=1000717140271Episode 343 —Episode 346 —Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Don't Bury Your Gift: The Silent Drift That Kills Your Calling Episode Description: What if the greatest danger to your faith isn't open rebellion… but quiet drift? In this episode, Rob challenges us to examine something subtle but dangerous — spiritual passivity. We don't renounce our faith. We don't walk away from God. We just slowly sideline our calling. We get busy. We get successful. We get comfortable. And before we know it, the gift God gave us is sitting unused. Drawing from 1 Timothy 4 and Jesus' parables about buried talents, Rob reminds us of Paul's clear warning: "Do not neglect your gift." This isn't just advice for Timothy. It's a wake-up call for every Christian. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why spiritual drift is more dangerous than obvious failure How busyness and comfort can bury your calling The real meaning behind "Don't neglect your gift" Why faithfulness is about multiplication — not maintenance A powerful story about gifted Christians who slowly disengaged Simple, practical ways to get back on mission today Key Scriptures: 1 Timothy 4:12–14 — "Do not neglect your gift." 1 Timothy 2:4 — God wants all people to be saved. Matthew 25 — The Parable of the Talents Luke 19 — The Parable of the Minas The Hard Question: When was the last time you used your gift to help someone grow spiritually? Are you still reaching? Still teaching? Still encouraging? Still on mission? Or has comfort quietly buried what God meant to be multiplied? Practical Next Steps: Stay in the fellowship — don't rush home. Approach the visitor sitting alone. Study the Bible with someone seeking truth. Pray intentionally for one person. Invite someone this week. Dust off your gift — start small. You don't have to be in full-time ministry to be fully engaged in the mission. Your workplace is your field. Your neighborhood is your ministry. Your relationships are your stewardship. Final Challenge: One day the Master will return. And He will ask: What did you do with what I gave you? Let's make sure we haven't buried our talent. Let's keep the main thing the main thing. That's the 10X Christian life. Support the Podcast: Sign up for Rob's weekly newsletter at RobSkinner.com Read and review The 10X Christian on Amazon Share this episode with someone who needs a wake-up call Because the goal is simple: Live a no regrets life. Make this life count. Multiply disciples, leaders, and churches.

Is there someone God has on your mind—someone you feel led to tell about Jesus? But how do you start that convo, what do you say...and when do you bring it up?! Deep breath. Sharing your faith doesn't need perfection. Just show up with love, be real, and trust God with the rest.

Today's word of the day is ‘lobby' as in Tarik Skubal as in Team USA as in World Baseball Classic as in regular season as in Detroit Tigers. The best pitcher in baseball is making just one start. That's it. No high leverage. A pool game. (20:12) US Hockey's men's team is headed to the White House. The women's team said no. (33:20) Review: The Perfect Neighbor. (37:15) Something happened at BAFTA and it needs to be discussed. (48:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason explains the outrage of feminists regarding President Trump's comments while speaking with the U.S. men's hockey gold medal celebration in the locker room. The president quipped that he had to invite the U.S. women's gold medal team, along with the men, to the State of the Union address or he could be impeached. Feminists were immediately outraged at the affront to the very existence of women! Butter and T.J. Moe join the show to expound on the topic of patriarchy vs. matriarchy. It's NFL Combine time, and Bucky Brooks comes aboard covering everything NFL, as well as ESPN's ranking for the top 100 quarterbacks of the century. Jay Skapinac and Dre Baldwin conclude the show, chatting about the saga of Darryn Peterson and the potential for one of the worst sequels in sports: the rematch of the aging Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. ​​Today's Sponsors: Ghost Bed I used to think a mattress was just furniture until I tried my GhostBed. With a 101-night risk-free trial, you can see the difference for yourself. Right now, they're offering their lowest prices of the season, plus an extra 10% off. Visit https://GhostBed.com/FEARLESS and use promo code FEARLESS. Blaze State of the Union Tonight, Donald J. Trump delivers his first State of the Union address as the 47th president. Join your favorite BlazeTV hosts for live commentary on key issues like the housing crisis, immigration, and the limits of government. It's the perfect time to sign up—use code SOTU40 to save $40. Visit https://fearlessmission.com for your backstage pass. ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘lobby' as in Tarik Skubal as in Team USA as in World Baseball Classic as in regular season as in Detroit Tigers. The best pitcher in baseball is making just one start. That's it. No high leverage. A pool game. (20:12) US Hockey's men's team is headed to the White House. The women's team said no. (33:20) Review: The Perfect Neighbor. (37:15) Something happened at BAFTA and it needs to be discussed. (48:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices