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As we draw near to the end of the Gospel of Luke, Fr. Mike briefly expands on the story of the poor widow's offering, emphasizing that the Lord cares more about the size of our hearts than about the size of our gifts. Fr. Mike also underscores Jesus' moving words to Peter when he foretells Peter's denial. Jesus' words remind us that no matter how fiercely the enemy tries to attack us, he is always praying for each and every one of us. Today's readings are Luke 20-22:38 and Proverbs 26:17-19. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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God's Peace Is Greater Than Anxiety—LET HIM CALM YOUR HEART | Blessed Morning Prayer For TodaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com  SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™

The visible surge of “Christian Nationalism” ignited in 2016 with Trump, which re-energized post-2024 election. However, has faith become politically branded with a lobby to entice voting in the Christian churches? We have to wonder if that Christian movement rose as a spiritual force to platform God, or has just become a promise to reclaim America for God under political means and operates as just another form of control. Is the Dominionism system of the NAR really for taking over spiritually for Jesus Christ, or a front for a false kingdom that replaces true faith with political allegiance?

Im Kirchenmagazin mit Clauda Aue geht es um Novembertage, eine Friedhofsführung mit Grundschülerinnen, den Wehrdienst und das Thema Wohnen und Sicherheit.

La COP 30 (Conférence sur les changements climatiques), grand rendez-vous pour tenter de s'entendre au niveau mondial dans la lutte contre le changement climatique, s'est ouverte à Belém au Brésil, aux portes de la forêt amazonienne. 10 ans après les Accords de Paris qui avaient fait naître l'espoir d'un effort collectif de toutes les nations du monde pour réduire les gaz à effet de serre et tenter d'inverser la tendance du réchauffement de la planète, le constat est amer. «La vérité est que nous n'avons pas réussi à maintenir le réchauffement à moins de 1,5°C», a reconnu le secrétaire général de l'ONU, Antonio Guterres. Ces efforts conjoints doivent s'exercer au niveau politique, mais en l'absence des plus grands pollueurs comme les États-Unis qui sont sortis de l'Accord de Paris et qui déploient un climato-scepticisme à travers le globe, la dynamique de l'effort n'est pas au rendez-vous. Du côté des représentants des religions dans le monde, certains tentent de s'impliquer. Qu'est-ce que les religions ont à dire sur ces questions ? Comment ces questions sont-elles relayées auprès de leurs fidèles ? Comment certaines des déclarations ont pu avoir un impact, par exemple l'encyclique du pape François, Laudato Si en 2015, qui prône la «sauvegarde de la maison commune» ? Plusieurs représentants de différentes religions et des chercheurs s'expriment dans cette émission, sur les messages et les relais auprès des communautés à travers le monde.   Invités : - Dominique Serra-Coataena, théologienne, maître de conférences en Théologie morale et éthique aux Facultés Loyola à Paris, responsable du domaine éthique, social et environnemental, présidente de l'Association des théologiennes et théologiens pour l'étude de la morale (ATEM), domaine de recherche sur la doctrine sociale de l'Église, thèse sur le Bien Commun. Autrice de : Le défi actuel du Bien commun dans la doctrine sociale de l'Église. Études à partir de Gaston Fessard s.j, éditions Lit-Verlag, coll. «Études de théologie et d'éthique», vol.10, Zurich, 2016. COATANEA Dominique, THOMASSET Alain, (dir.), Le défi écologique : vers de nouveaux chemins, RETM, HS 2018, 2018. - Martin Kopp, théologien protestant, chercheur associé à l'Université de Strasbourg, membre du Conseil de la Fédération protestante de France, très engagé sur les questions d'environnement, au sein de l'ONG GreenFaith, auteur de «Vers une écologie intégrale, théologie pour des vies épanouies» (Éd. Labor et Fides, 2023).   Entretiens : - Yeshaya Dalsace, rabbin du Mouvement Massorti, a fait sa thèse rabbinique sur judaïsme et écologie - Omero Marongiu-Perria, sociologue et théologien musulman - Aurelio Borges, l'un des représentants des quelque 600 communautés quilombolas de l'État du Para (par Jeanne Richard). Analyse et reportage au Village Laudato Si à Castelgandolfo (Italie) / Éric Sénanque.   Éléments : Message du pape Léon XIV lors de la conférence internationale «Raising hope for climate justice» à Castelgandolfo en octobre 2025. Message de Bartholomée 1er, Patriarche Œcuménique de Constantinople, lors de l'Assemblée Générale de la Conférence des Évêques de France à Lourdes, le 4 novembre 2025.

Fr, Mike compares the story of the rich young man to the story of Zacchaeus, highlighting the difference in their willingness to follow Christ with their whole hearts. Looking at the stories of these young men, Fr. Mike invites us to reflect on our willingness to follow Christ with all that we are and all that we have. Today we read Luke 17-19 and Proverbs 26:13-16. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Is there anything wrong with Democratic leadership being so devoutly…secular? Jon sits down for a conversation with Texas State Representative James Talarico, who put becoming an ordained minister on hold to run for US Senate. They discuss how genuine connection is the only road toward persuasion in our divided world, whether James can flip a Senate seat on a platform of loving thy neighbor, and how Republicans are trying to knock him off a pedestal with OnlyFans headlines. Plus: why Democrats should take responsibility for the growth of Christian nationalism.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How difficult is it to stay together when you have different religious faiths? US Vice President JD Vance spoke recently about his interfaith marriage – he's a Christian and his wife, Usha, is Hindu. They are raising their children as Christians, and the Vice President said he hopes that his wife will one day convert. In our conversations, we bring together happily married couples with different faiths –Muslim, Hindu and Christian – to discuss how they navigate religion in their relationships

This episode of Mindrolling is a collection of some of the most potent teachings from Raghu's conversations with experts and researchers in the field of psychedelics.In this Mindrolling Anthology:Clip 1 (Ep. 348) – We begin with a clip from one of Raghu's conversations with Rick Doblin, who is a leader of the current psychedelic renaissance. They discuss grief, PTSD, and the role of psychedelics in trauma processing.Clip 2 (Ep. 497) – Next up is a snippet from Raghu's talk with Dr. Sylvestre Quevedo, a psychedelic researcher who has practiced medicine for over 40 years. They explore how ketamine fits into the picture of psychedelics and share stories of their own experiences.Clip 3 (Ep. 505) – We move on to a discussion with Paul Austin, an entrepreneur, author, and coach. He and Raghu talk about how psychedelics can help us remember who we truly are and the potential they hold for healing relationships.Clip 4 (Ep. 563) – Next, we have neuropharmacologist Stephanie Karzon Abrams. She and Raghu discuss bridging the gap between science and spirit, and how psychedelics can help change our perspectives.Clip 5 (Ep. 596) – The final clip is from a conversation between Raghu and neuroscientist Gül Dölen. They talk about how psychedelics induce meta-plasticity and why “critical periods” after psychedelic therapies are similar to the Buddhist concept of beginner's mind.“But really, what psychedelics are teaching us is the importance of presence, how to listen, how to slow down, right? They're helping to sort of take us out of this rigamarole, this hamster wheel of existence, and see that another way of being is actually possible. And really, what's required more than anything is a loving, compassionate presence.” – Paul AustinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger has secured $110 million to develop "Christian AI" through his company, GLUE, hoping to accelerate the second coming of Christ with server farms instead of faith. The panel dissects this brazen attempt to hardwire theology into technology, arguing that this is merely lobbying with excessive tech money and a dangerous act of desperation. We explore how faith-driven AI restricts knowledge, shapes minds, and threatens secular democracy by pushing public policy further toward a costly and contradictory theocracy. Will a new algorithm erase millennia of biblical contradictions? We doubt it.News Source:Patrick Gelsinger Christian AIBy Adam Willems for The GuardianOctober 28th, 2025

Trump struggles to find excuses and distractions in the face of unrelenting questions about his association with Jeffrety Epstein, leaving his Republican sycophants uncertain of what talking points to mimic. Jen Psaki shares new bombshell reporting from Pro Publica on the unseemly ties between Department of Homeland Security insiders and companies paid hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars to create video advertisements, including one that thanks Donald Trump for his immigration crackdown.Texas State Rep. James Talarico talks with Jen Psaki about why an increasing number of people in the faith community are speaking out against Donald Trump as his already notoriously compromised character is compounded by the cruelty of his anti-immigrant policies and his disturbing association with sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us every day at https://BruceDownes.org/Rosary where you can request prayer from us as well as find all of the prayers and mysteries for you to pray along with us.  Get your free Rosary Prayer Guide at https://BruceDownes.org/PrayTheRosaryConnect With Bruce At:► Website: https://BruceDownes.org ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicGuyBruceDownes ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecatholicguy ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecatholicguy ► Online Store: https://brucedownes.org/store Listen to Bruce Downes' Daily Devotional on these popular podcast services:► Apple Pod Casts   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bruce-downes-daily-devotional/id1606668155► Spotify Pod Casts - https://open.spotify.com/show/0gh58yAkcGJhm9EgIs160H?si=102cb235a289433bConsider Becoming a Faith Builders Partner:Everyone who donates to Bruce Downes Catholic Ministries is what we call a Faith Builder. The team are working to build the faith of every person we connect with whether they are powerful or weak, rich or poor, young or old, in whatever city, town, village and country they are in. ►https://brucedownes.org/giving/ ★ Support this podcast ★

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On this edition of David Wilcock Blocking, cohost Mike D joins to review the newest content from the world's worst psychic, new age prophet, and meditation guru. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com /TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

On this week's AP Religion Minute, a horror film explores the origin story of Jesus. AP Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.

Ref.: Dr. Johannes Hartl, Theologe, Autor und Gründer Gebetshaus Augsburg, Augsburg Wir leben in einem Zeitalter der Ablenkung- tausend Stimmen und Meinungen prasseln auf uns ein. Gleichzeitig haben viele Menschen das Gefühl, an ihrem Leben vorbei zu leben. Depressionen nehmen rasant zu. Dr. Johannes Hartl hat mit der Gründung des Gebetshauses Augsburg erfahren, welche Kraft in Lebensvisionen steckt: Sie sind der Fixpunkt eines fokussierten Lebens. Doch damit eine solche Vision ihr ganzes Potential entfalten kann, müssen viele kleine Schritte in großer Treue getan werden.

Zum Volkstrauertag mahnt uns das Gedenken an Krieg und Leid, Frieden zu stiften. Frieden wächst aus mutigen Herzen, sagt Bischöfin Nora Steen.

 When I look at the lives of many elderly people — who spend most of their time complaining —I can't help but think: Something must have gone wrong along the way.Every moment, we make choices:What is important to usWhat fits our life standardsWhere we should compromise — and where we should never compromiseA Common Question:Does it make sense to separate once you already have children?Never.Here's why:You'll end up paying heavily for your kids while barely seeing them.Your children will feel abandoned — and so will your spouse.The result? Resentment instead of love.If your relationship is in trouble, commit to therapy — emotional, physical, and body-oriented — until you solve the problems.And yes, your spouse should do the same.Stop Trying to Fit InTrying to “fit in” is one of the worst strategies for enjoying life.Your neighbor buys a new car — and you feel like you're missing out?Forget it.Stop caring about what other people do.Do the things that truly bring you joy, regardless of what others think.Technology and HappinessA life without TV is a happier life — the same goes for limiting social media.Check social media only once a day for 15 minutes.Do you really think it's attractive to be glued to your phone before, after, and even during intimacy?Sadly, 80% of people do this.If you truly care about your family, put your phone away when you get home — and the same rule should apply to your spouse and kids.In France, it's already illegal to use mobile phones in schools. Maybe they know something we don't.Money vs. LoveIf you focus solely on making money instead of enjoying life or love, you might get richer —but unhappiness will follow.The Harvard Study of Adult Development, running for over 75 years, found that:The happiest, healthiest, longest-living people focused on loving relationships.The unhappiest people focused on money and success.The Power of GratitudeThe happiest people are those who constantly think or say “thank you” — for everything.A University of London study found that two strategies worked best to fight depression:Thinking and saying “thank you” for everything.Doing active sports for 1–2 hours every day.Acceptance and EffortWhat you can't change — accept it.Complaining doesn't help.Fighting for your rights might not always win, but at least you'll know you did your best.Do the best you can with what you have right now.On bad days, accept that you can't be your best self — and forgive yourself for it.Say: Okay, I couldn't do better today. And that's fine.My Video:  Why Are You Not Happy?  https://youtu.be/M3byK_H6EvMMy Audio: https://divinesuccess.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/Podcast5/Why-Are-You-Not-Happy.mp3

Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today's readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus's directive to each one of us: "[You] Strive to enter through the narrow gate." In the second part of today's commentary, Fr. Mike reflects on two of Jesus' most well-known parables: the parable of the Lost Sheep and the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today's readings are Luke 13-16 and Proverbs 26:10-12. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

On this “Part I” episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Kylee Griswold is joined by Christian boy mom, entrepreneur, and political activist Suzanna Hake, who shares her story of spiritual rebellion and then her return to Christianity. She also talks about all things “boy mom” and details two insane medical miracles that happened to her husband and son. Don't miss “Part II” next Thursday!If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.This week, Paul responds to a heavy question from a grieving mother whose son recently passed away from cancer. As she mourns, her other son is also wrestling with the loss, but his grief has turned into anger toward God. How can she walk through her own sorrow while helping her son through his?If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/AskGrief Radio SeriesPaulTripp.com/Grief

David Kraemer is the author of a recent book entitled Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora, and the Joseph J. and Dora Abbell Librarian and Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics at the Jewish Theological Seminary. He joins Dan and Lex for a conversation that uses that book as a springboard into a conversation about diaspora and exile in the Jewish past, present, and future.Access full shownotes for this episode via this link. If you're enjoying Judaism Unbound, please help us keep things going with a one-time or monthly tax-deductible donation -- support Judaism Unbound by clicking here!Join the Judaism Unbound discord, where you can interact with fellow listeners all around the world, by heading to discord.judaismunbound.com. 

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God Is Strengthening You For Every Battle—YOU'RE NOT ALONE | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start The DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com  SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™

Join us every day at https://BruceDownes.org/Rosary where you can request prayer from us as well as find all of the prayers and mysteries for you to pray along with us.  Get your free Rosary Prayer Guide at https://BruceDownes.org/PrayTheRosaryConnect With Bruce At:► Website: https://BruceDownes.org ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicGuyBruceDownes ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecatholicguy ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecatholicguy ► Online Store: https://brucedownes.org/store Listen to Bruce Downes' Daily Devotional on these popular podcast services:► Apple Pod Casts   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bruce-downes-daily-devotional/id1606668155► Spotify Pod Casts - https://open.spotify.com/show/0gh58yAkcGJhm9EgIs160H?si=102cb235a289433bConsider Becoming a Faith Builders Partner:Everyone who donates to Bruce Downes Catholic Ministries is what we call a Faith Builder. The team are working to build the faith of every person we connect with whether they are powerful or weak, rich or poor, young or old, in whatever city, town, village and country they are in. ►https://brucedownes.org/giving/ ★ Support this podcast ★

Text us your questions!Is the drive to be better than others making us worse? We talk with theologian Miroslav Volf about his book The Cost of Ambition and explore why comparison-based striving saturates our schools, churches, workplaces, and politics. Volf separates healthy aspiration from superiority-seeking and makes a compelling case for excellence without domination, rooted in agape, i.e., unconditional love that affirms people beyond performance.We dig into the Christ hymn of Philippians 2 and why self-emptying is not weakness but a different kind of strength. Volf shows how resurrection and ascension empower humility rather than feed triumphalism and why honoring everyone is both a spiritual discipline and a democratic necessity. From the academy's “one-up” culture to the marketplace's imitation traps, he argues that obsessing over competitors blinds us to our unique gifts and corrodes joy. Even stalwart capitalists like Warren Buffett warn against competitor-fixation. Volf adds a deeper moral and theological critique as well, drawing on Paul's piercing question: What do you have that you did not receive?We also test his claims against Nietzsche's will to power, happiness research on social comparison, and the rise of Christian nationalism. Is Christ a moral stranger to our priorities? Volf challenges both sides of the aisle to recover mere humanity—Kierkegaard's vision of belovedness before achievement—and to practice agape toward others and ourselves. The result is a bracing, hopeful vision: strive for truth, craft, and contribution, not for status; pursue excellence as stewardship, not self-exaltation.If you're weary of the status treadmill yet still hungry to do meaningful work, this conversation will give you categories, language, and practices to recalibrate your aims. Listen, reflect, and share with someone who needs a healthier way to win. If the episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and let us know your thoughts.=====Want to support us?The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal. Other important info: Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast Watch & comment on YouTube Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com Cheers!

Is Christianity influencing the culture? Janet Parshall examines that question in this week’s commentary.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Find us at www.crisisinvesting.com I   n this episode, Michael Yon joins the discussion late at night from Japan, sharing his experiences and insights on a range of subjects. Yan talks about his recent bear hunting adventures in Northern Honshu and the rising bear attacks in Japan. He delves into historical and contemporary issues concerning globalism, the depopulation agenda, and the rewilding of various countries. Yon also connects these themes to current events in Japan, Thailand, Venezuela, Argentina, and the U.S., offering a detailed historical context that ties everything together. The conversation explores the importance of being adaptable in changing times and underscores the significance of private initiatives and self-sufficiency in the face of globalist agendas. Whether it's discussing historical colonization, modern economic strategies, or the psychological impacts of widespread drug use, Yon provides a thorough, thought-provoking examination of global politics and survival strategies.    00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:17 Bear Hunter Adventures in Japan 01:47 Bear Attacks and Infographic 02:44 The Legendary Bear Hunter's Skills 07:53 Bear Meat and Historical Context 10:52 Japan's Rewilding and Population Issues 12:39 Global Rewilding and Depopulation 16:07 Thailand's Resilience and Opium History 32:31 Globalism and Narcissistic Elites 36:39 Understanding Trump's Predictability 37:13 Personal Encounters with Political Figures 40:25 Insights on Middle Eastern Conflicts 43:13 Water Wars and Geoengineering 45:51 Historical Context of Global Conflicts 48:31 Colonial Strategies and Modern Implications 58:08 The Role of Religion in Geopolitics 01:03:40 Globalist Architecture and Historical Treaties 01:08:41 Spanish and Portuguese Ambitions in Japan 01:09:40 Global Superstructures and Their Evolution 01:10:20 American Expansion and Manifest Destiny 01:11:16 Nagasaki and Japanese Resistance to Globalism 01:12:50 Modern Global Players and Tech Oligarchs 01:14:57 Survival Strategies in a Changing World 01:16:51 Historical Conflicts and Strategic Locations 01:30:29 Panama Canal and American Global Strategy 01:35:12 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Friday, November 14, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Dr. Merrill Matthews and from First Liberty Institute, Holly Randall. Topics for discussion are Trump's Tariffs, growing antisemitism and support for Israel, lessons from history, and a lot more. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter […]

Join this episode of Right On Radio for a fast-paced mix of news clips, scripture, and commentary. The show opens with the listener game Word on Word (1 Peter 3:18 vs. Isaiah 25:1) and quickly moves into a series of thought-provoking audio segments and host reflections. Topics and guests include a featured Greg Reese report arguing that COVID lockdowns served as a beta test for digital ID deployment — exploring biometrics, QR codes, Clearview AI, DMV photo resale, and how private-sector mandates and consent prompts normalize mass data collection. The host expands on that theme with his own concerns about border controls, facial-recognition cameras, cloud storage, and the erosion of individual freedom. The episode also plays a clip of Donald Trump outlining a proposal to redirect insurance subsidies directly to people and debates whether that move ended the shutdown — with analysis of insurance incentives, marketplace responses, and political maneuvering. A short excerpt from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (referenced commentary) frames the current geopolitical shift as a “hinge moment” comparable to the fall of the Berlin Wall. Religion and culture are front and center: short, provocative clips question the origins and institutionalization of the church, argue that denominations can become instruments of control, and raise concerns about infiltration and abuse in some large church networks. The host responds to recent controversies — including Kash Patel's media appearances, Candace Owens' reporting on Calvary churches, past Epstein coverage, and whistleblower claims tied to missionary work — and urges listeners to scrutinize ministries and giving. Balancing the heavier material are human-interest moments and spiritual encouragement: a moving twin-baby allegory about life after delivery, an invitation to Saturday night prayer and Sunday Bible study, and practical resources from rightonyou.com (including a short course on decoding cultural and spiritual influences). The show closes with a comedic Adam Carolla clip renaming ICE to “NICE” and a final call to love God, family, and neighbor. Expect a provocative, opinionated hour that blends political analysis, privacy warnings, spiritual critique, and pastoral encouragement — clips from Greg Reese, Donald Trump, Adam Carolla, and references to commentators such as Kash Patel and Candace Owens — plus calls to prayer, Bible study, and ways to learn more. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically?  Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com and click learn more.  Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more... https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the Faith

Are your relationships, health, and spirit pushing your practice forward, or quietly holding it back? In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske, creator of Limitless Dentists, breaks down how to unlock more power, productivity, and purpose by mastering the three core areas of life that truly matter: relationships, body, and spirituality. This one's for dentists who want to lead with energy, build teams that thrive, and create lives that actually feel as good as they look.What You'll Learn / Highlights→ The stewardship shift: how great leaders treat relationships that matter (team, family, friends).→ Why your energy hits harder than your words, and how to calibrate it daily.→ “Weapon vs. anchor” body check: a simple audit to see if your health serves your production.→ Course-correcting through injury or setbacks (hernia story + practical pivots).→ The difference between religion and spirituality, and why connection fuels leadership.→ A repeatable way to gamify progress across practice, marriage, and life.→ How the Limitless 90-Day Intensive compresses 25+ years of lessons into 12 weeks.Chapters (timestamps)00:00 Intro00:42 Relationships That Matter & Stewardship03:15 Your Energy Is the Message (and the Multiplier)05:10 Body Audit: Weapon vs. Anchor08:02 Pivoting Through Setbacks & Injury10:11 Spirituality vs. Religion for Leaders12:40 Daily Course Corrections That Compound13:55 Invitation: Limitless 90-Day Intensive14:10 Closing & Next StepsTo connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedInInstagramFacebookLimitless Dentist Academy

Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Karen Elliott House joins Frank Schaeffer to talk about her remarkable new book, The Man Who Would Be King, Muhammad bin Salman and the Transformation of Saudi Arabia.Across four decades of reporting on the Middle East and Saudi Arabia, Karen has developed rare access to the kingdom's inner world — including seven in-depth meetings with Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman (MBS), often late at night inside the palace.In this conversation, Frank and Karen dive into:How a strict Texas church girl became one of the world's sharpest Saudi observersWhy MBS is part Peter the Great, part Napoleon, and part ruthless modernizerWomen's stunning rise in the Saudi workforce — and how religious men are left behindThe murder of Jamal Khashoggi, internal repression, and the culture of “disappearing” criticsHow MBS is navigating Gaza, Hamas, Israel recognition, and the Wahhabi clericsParallels between Islamic fundamentalism and American evangelical extremismWhether AmericaI have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. The Gospel of Zip will be released in print and on Amazon Kindle, and as a full video on YouTube and Substack that you can watch or listen to for free.Canada NowBold ideas with the people shaping Canada's next chapter.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of The Gospel of Zip. Learn more at https://www.thegospelofzip.com/Follow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

« L'Afrique est-elle le prochain califat ? », demandait il y a deux ans l'universitaire français Luis Martinez, dans un ouvrage au titre provocateur, paru aux éditions Tallandier. Aujourd'hui, la question se pose au Mali, où les jihadistes du Jnim essayent d'imposer le blocus de Bamako et où les États-Unis et la France conseillent à leurs ressortissants de quitter le pays au plus vite. Mais y a-t-il vraiment une menace sécuritaire de la part des jihadistes sur la ville de Bamako ? Luis Martinez, qui est directeur de recherches au Centre de recherches internationales (CERI), répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Deux ans après la sortie de votre livre, continuez-vous de penser que l'Afrique peut devenir le prochain califat ? Luis Martinez : Je pense qu'en Afrique, et en particulier dans le Sahel, il y a des conditions pour voir émerger des territoires qui seraient gouvernés par des jihadistes, qui chercheraient à mettre en œuvre ce qu'ils cherchent depuis quelques années, à savoir un califat. Quand vous dites que le jihadisme est en expansion, pensez-vous en priorité à l'Afrique de l'Ouest ou à l'Afrique de l'Est ? Disons que le vivier, le cœur ou l'épicentre, c'est clairement le Sahel. Tout simplement parce que les conditions de ces dix dernières années nous montrent qu'il y a eu une constellation qui a favorisé leur expansion. Je ne reviens pas sur les déterminants intérieurs et régionaux, mais les conditions ont été vraiment propices à leur développement. Et leur projet ne s'arrête pas là. Il est clair qu'on voit bien qu'il y a des tentatives vers l'Afrique de l'Ouest, sur le Bénin, le Togo, le Nigeria, bien évidemment, et depuis longtemps dans certaines régions. Mais le Sahel reste quand même l'épicentre en raison d'un certain nombre de conditions qui sont quand même très favorables. Certains observateurs disent qu'après ses échecs en Irak et en Syrie, le groupe État islamique essaie de faire de l'Afrique de l'Est une base de repli, notamment en Somalie ? En Somalie, c'est clair qu'il y a dans l'État semi-autonome du Puntland ou d'autres régions, là aussi, des conditions qui pourraient amener à une installation. Mais en même temps, on est en Somalie, c'est un environnement qui, peut-être, n'est pas celui du Sahel, avec un engagement des États-Unis qui, sans doute, limite ou limiterait, dans la durée, la possibilité de vraiment s'y installer. Pour revenir à l'Afrique de l'Ouest, quel est, à votre avis, le pays le plus exposé à l'instauration d'un éventuel califat jihadiste ? Clairement, c'est le Mali qui apparaît dans l'agenda jihadiste comme celui qui pourrait le plus facilement, dans les semaines, les mois, voire les années à venir, constituer un terrain nouveau d'instauration d'un califat. Alors pourquoi ? Tout simplement parce qu'il y a quand même un isolement de Bamako, à la fois vis-à-vis de la France et vis-à-vis du voisin algérien. Mais également, ses partenaires et alliés, que ce soit le Burkina ou le Niger, ont eux-mêmes de graves difficultés sur place pour pouvoir lui venir en aide. Quant à la Russie, je pense que les quelque 2 000 ou 3 000 mercenaires de l'Africa Corps ne peuvent strictement rien faire face à une insurrection jihadiste. On l'a vu avec la France avec ses 6 000 hommes, ce ne sont pas les 2 000 ou 3 000 hommes de la Russie qui vont modifier la donne. Je pense que l'approche militaire, de toute manière, est vouée à l'échec. Parce qu'il faudrait vraiment passer par les armes et faire des massacres dans toutes les régions du Mali pour restaurer l'ordre et la sécurité, ce que quasiment aucun État occidental n'assumerait de faire. Et évidemment, la Russie a d'autres soucis en Europe et en Ukraine pour pouvoir considérer que le Mali est stratégique dans sa politique. Aujourd'hui, l'armée malienne est quand même assez isolée pour pouvoir bénéficier d'une capacité, non seulement de résistance, mais de reconquête de son territoire. Cela me semble, comme beaucoup d'observateurs, voué à l'échec. Quand vous voyez que les États-Unis et les grands pays européens appellent leurs ressortissants à quitter Bamako, y voyez-vous le signe d'une prise possible de cette capitale africaine, notamment par le Jnim d'Iyad Ag Ghaly ? Je ne sais pas dans les détails. Aujourd'hui, Bamako peut tomber ou pas. Ce qui est sûr, c'est que depuis quelques années, le Jnim a construit une vraie stratégie pour, entre guillemets, isoler Bamako sur le plan territorial, isoler le pouvoir politique sur le plan sociétal, dont l'influence est limitée. Et maintenant, sans doute, chercher à l'isoler économiquement, financièrement. Toutes ces conditions vont-elles faire que les militaires à Bamako vont considérer qu'il n'y a plus d'échappatoire ? Ou bien vont-ils estimer qu'ils peuvent s'en accommoder ? Un peu comme à Kaboul où, pendant des années, on s'est accommodé de ne pas pouvoir sortir au-delà de 30 km de Kaboul, parce qu'il y avait les talibans à côté. Voilà, cela va dépendre. Le Jnim n'a aucune capacité, aujourd'hui, de conquête, au sens militaire du terme, d'entrer dans Bamako. Le Jnim a toujours recherché ce qu'on pourrait appeler des partenaires politiques, militaires et religieux pour lui ouvrir les portes de Bamako. C'est-à-dire faire en sorte que, de l'intérieur, on se débarrasse de la junte et on négocie des alliances avec le Jnim dans ce qu'on pourrait appeler une co-gouvernance de la capitale et de l'État malien. À une époque passée, pas très lointaine, il y avait l'imam Mahmoud Dicko qui aurait pu remplir ce rôle. Lui-même avait fondé le Coordination des mouvements, associations et sympathisants de l'imam Dicko (CMAS), ce qui est donc une sorte de coordination de mouvements civils et religieux qui avait encouragé un dialogue jusqu'en 2019 et 2020. À partir de 2022, les militaires au pouvoir à Bamako l'ont quasiment pourchassé. Il est exilé en Algérie en ce moment. Mais c'est ce type de personnage que les groupes jihadistes recherchent. C'est-à-dire des figures religieuses, politiques, voire demain militaires, qui puissent être des passerelles pour ouvrir les portes de Bamako. Parce que les djihadistes du Sahel sont pour beaucoup des Arabes et des Touaregs qui seraient minoritaires dans la ville de Bamako ? Il y a à la fois cette dimension ethnique, communautaire qui jouerait, mais en même temps, il y a l'expérience passée, c'est-à-dire la conquête militaire d'une ville, voire sa prise complète du pouvoir. Le Jnim a bien regardé ce qui s'est passé avec le groupe État islamique du côté de Syrte, en Libye. Cela a généré immédiatement une coalition internationale pour déloger le groupe État islamique de la ville de Syrte en 2014 et 2015. Donc il y a cette idée que le Jnim ne veut pas apparaître comme un projet politique radical qui s'imposerait à la société, mais comme une alternative politique et religieuse que la société serait prête à accompagner. Cela fait quelques années que le Jnim, entre guillemets, gouverne un certain nombre de régions, et Bamako serait un peu la vitrine. Entrer par la force à Bamako pourrait susciter des réactions tout à fait contraires à son projet. Il y a dix ans, les attentats de Paris et de Saint-Denis ont été prémédités et préparés au Moyen-Orient, et donc pas en Afrique de l'Ouest. Est-ce à dire que les jihadistes qui opèrent en Afrique et au Sahel ne représentent pas une menace terroriste pour l'Europe ? Il me semble que le contexte du Moyen-Orient, qui était quand même un contexte d'ingérence de forces étrangères extrêmement importantes – la guerre d'Irak, la guerre contre Al-Qaïda, et toute une série de variables – avait construit une vraie haine de l'Occident et des pays alliés à l'Occident. Il me semble que l'on n'a pas cette configuration aujourd'hui dans le Sahel. À la rigueur, je dirais presque que c'est une chance pour la France aujourd'hui de ne pas être associée à cette avancée spectaculaire des jihadistes et de ne pas chercher à les combattre militairement sur place. Tout simplement parce qu'ainsi cela ne va pas générer un certain nombre de griefs, de colère contre la France. Il y a déjà le passé colonial. Il y a déjà le passé post-colonial de la Françafrique. Je pense qu'aujourd'hui, la France est, entre guillemets, mieux lotie en étant loin de ce type de transformation de la société du Sahel plutôt qu'en y étant présente. Cela ne veut pas dire demain que cette région ne pourrait pas, bien évidemment, devenir une base pour certains groupes qui, entre guillemets, échapperaient à la gouvernance du Jnim et chercheraient à exploiter les failles d'une gouvernance califale pour frapper l'Occident. Cela, en toute sincérité, je n'en sais rien aujourd'hui.   À lire aussiMali: record d'enlèvements d'étrangers par les jihadistes

Fr. Mike reflects on the goodness and providence of God the Father, emphasizing how Jesus calls us to be shamelessly persistent in prayer. Fr. Mike also explains two difficult passages found in today's readings: what Jesus means when he tells the story of an unclean spirit who is cast out only to return, and what Jesus means when he says he comes not to bring peace but division. Today's readings are Luke 11-12 and Proverbs 26:7-9. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Joe Rogan weighs in on the church, claiming people attend only to "better their lives." The panel dissects this rosy, misguided view, contrasting church community (which often manipulates vulnerable people) with true secular support. We challenge the notion that Jesus offered a "perfect way to live" and dive into the philosophical debate over whether divine permission makes humans more, or less, decent. Plus, we explore the explosive argument for the mythicist position on the historical Jesus. Theocratic claims crumble under critical scrutiny.News Source:Joe Rogan on Religion and ChristianityBy NewsNation Stafffor NewsNationOctober 29th, 2025

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With just one word, we can evoke a world of assumptions, stereotypes, and even accusations, clearly marking the difference between who's in and who's out. And when it comes to legal terminology, the stakes are even higher. This week, Danièle speaks with Erin Wagner about what late medieval people meant when they used the word heresy, how the usage evolved, and how medieval people applied ideas of heresy beyond the borders of Christianity.You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

Won't you be a dear and help an elderly person out? It could be the last thing you do! In this episode, Ayden takes a bite out of Bolivian folklore and tells a story about a vampiric entity that feeds off of your kindness!ICE Out of Spotify!PishtacoEl TíoVampiress of Pisco, PeruTlahuelpuchiA brief on the Language, History, Culture and Religion of the Aymara peopleWant to hear your story on Susto? Fill out the Letters From the Beyond form or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Become a Patron here! Subscribe to Susto's YouTube channel!

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Welcome back our Regretful Parents series! In this episode, Erika and Kristen react to a viral Reddit post from a parent who openly regrets having kids — and his reasons why will make your jaw drop. From religious guilt and peer pressure to capitalism and walkable cities, this conversation breaks down why so many parents are speaking out about regret, exhaustion, and the myth of “the village.”We dive into:The viral Reddit post titled “For the ones lurking and seeking answers”Why some people regret having kids — and what they wish they'd knownThe impact of religion, social pressure, and capitalism on family planningThe myth of “it takes a village” and what parents actually need: money, services, and walkable citiesWhy billionaires and late-stage capitalism are part of the parenting crisisGET MORE: Find us on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram & TikTok: @dinkypodJoin our community:Find childfree friends, connect with other fence-sitters, and join our next trip at dinkypod.com.Timestamps:00:00 Intro – The “Regretful Parents” series00:21 The viral Reddit post01:00 The “sex drive” rant03:00 Religion, guilt, and regret05:00 “You need a village” vs “You need services”06:00 Capitalism, billionaires, and burnout08:00 Dinky Pod community & PatreonKeywords: regretful parents, childfree podcast, childfree lifestyle, should I have kids, parent regret, Reddit parenting, childfree women, childfree couples, religious guilt parenting, capitalism parenting crisis, late stage capitalism, Dinky Pod, Erika and Kristen, fence sitters, walkable cities parentingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

Hey Horror Fans!!!This week on Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean sit down with filmmaker Lotfy Nathan to talk about The Carpenter's Son — a dark and daring reimagining of Christ's childhood that pulls from the apocryphal Infancy Gospel of Thomas. Lotfy dives into religious myth, backlash from the faithful, and what it was like directing Nicolas Cage, FKA Twigs, and Noah Jupe in one of the most argued about horror films of the year.Before the interview, the guys dig into some horror news (including that new V for Vendetta series) and as usual wrap things up with their Mostly Horror Recs of the week.If you're into religious horror, controversy, and Cage going full Cage, this episode's for you sooo...COME HANG OUT!!! Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage (all socials)Sean: @hypocrite.ink (IG/TikTok), @hypocriteink (Twitter/X)Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more horror fans like you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 In the second hour, Kerby brings us a Godly point of view on the stories facing us today. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments. Looking for just the Highlights? Follow us on Spotify at Point of View Highlights and get weekly […]

Fr. Mike discusses our call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, specifically focusing on God's call to renounce all that is ours and trust in him. He also highlights the story of Mary and Martha and encourages us not to allow the cares of life to choke the life of God out of our lives as Martha allowed her troubles and anxieties to do. Today's readings are from Luke 9-10 and Proverbs 26:4-6. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Dan is off this week. So we are pleased to bring you a feature from our new limited series American Unexceptionalism: Global Lessons on Fighting Religious Nationalism with Dr. Matthew Taylor and Rev. Susan Hayward. South Korea is a nation that is deeply entwined with the United States. From the Korean War (which never technically ended) to Korean pop culture to the deep ties between Korean and American evangelical communities, what happens in the US affects South Korea and vice versa. But most Americans weren't paying attention to the fact that Korean democracy was startlingly challenged less than a year ago when the president at the time (President Yoon) declared martial law and tried to have his political enemies arrested. That attempt at autocratic takeover was unsuccessful, because Koreans took to the streets to protest and even Yoon's own party helped overturn his martial law decision and then impeach him. What can we in the United States learn from Korean activists and religious communities about how to resist wannabe tyrants? We get help on this question from two of the foremost experts on the interchanges between Korean religion and American religion: Helen J. Kim and Ray Kim. Additional Resources https://helenjinkim.com/ Home - International Center for Religion & Diplomacy - International Center for Religion & Diplomacy Helen J. Kim, Race for Revival: How Cold War South Korea Shaped the American Evangelical Empire (New York: Oxford University Press, 2022), https://global.oup.com/academic/product/race-for-revival-9780190062422. Paul Y. Chang, Protest Dialectics: State Repression and South Korea's Democracy Movement, 1970-1979 (Redwood City, CA: Stanford University Press, 2015), https://www.sup.org/books/asian-studies/protest-dialectics.  Chanhee Ho, “Charlie Kirk Memorial in Seoul Shows Power of Christian Nationalism for Young Korean Activists,” Religion Dispatches, September 30, 2025, https://religiondispatches.org/charlie-kirk-memorial-in-seoul-shows-power-of-christian-nationalism-for-young-korean-activists/. Dr. Matthew D. Taylor is the senior Christian scholar at the Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies in Baltimore, where he specializes in American Christianity, American Islam, Christian extremism, and religious politics. His book, The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement that is Threatening Our Democracy (Broadleaf, 2024), tracks how a loose network of charismatic Christian leaders called the New Apostolic Reformation was a major instigating force for the January 6th Insurrection and is currently reshaping the culture of the religious right in the U.S. Taylor is also the creator of the audio docuseries Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation. Rev. Susan Hayward: was until recently the lead on the US Institute of Peace's efforts to understand religious dimensions of conflict and advance efforts engaging religious actors and organizations in peacebuilding. She has conducted political asylum and refugee work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and Advocates for Human Rights. Rev. Hayward studied Buddhism in Nepal and is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. www.axismundi.us Executive Producer: Dr. Bradley Onishi Producer: Andrew Gill Original Music and Mixing: Scott Okamoto Production Assistance: Kari Onishi Funded through generous contributions from ICJS, Princeton Theological Seminary, and the ICRD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord's compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God's mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a balance between the goodness of humanity as God's creation and our brokenness due to original sin. Today's readings are Luke 6-8 and Proverbs 26:1-3. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.