Podcasts about Longing

Once we taste the grace of Christ, our lives will never be the same. Today, R.C. Sproul tells the story of an outcast whose encounter with Jesus brought satisfaction to her soul's deepest desires. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/living-water-for-longing-souls/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

“Our longings are much more powerful than our logic, and our desires are stronger than our reason.” (Graham Tomlin on the thought of Blaise Pascal)The Rt. Rev. Dr. Graham Tomlin (St. Mellitus College, the Centre for Cultural Witness) joins Evan Rosa for a sweeping exploration of Blaise Pascal—the 17th-century mathematician, scientist, philosopher, and theologian whose insights into human nature remain strikingly relevant. Tomlin traces Pascal's life of brilliance and illness, his tension between scientific acclaim and radical devotion, and his deep engagement with Descartes, Montaigne, and Augustine. The conversation moves through Pascal's analysis of self-deception, his critique of rationalism and skepticism, the transformative Night of Fire, his compassion for the poor, and the wager's misunderstood meaning. Tomlin presents Pascal as a thinker who speaks directly to our distracted age, revealing a humanity marked by greatness, misery, and a desperate longing only grace can satisfy.Episode Highlights“Our longings are much more powerful than our logic, and our desires are stronger than our reason.”“The greatness and the refuse of the universe—that's what we are. We're the greatest thing and also the worst thing.”“If everybody knew what everybody else said about them, there would not be four friends left in the world.”“Only grace can begin to turn that self-oriented nature around and implant in us a desire for God.”“The reason you cannot believe is not because of your reason; it's because of your passions.”Show NotesGraham Tomlin introduces the Night of Fire and Pascal's meditation on “the greatness of the human soul”Evan Rosa frames Pascal as a figure of mystery, mechanics, faith, and modern technological influence.Tomlin contrasts Pascal with Descartes and Montaigne—rationalism vs. skepticism—locating Pascal between their poles.Pascal's awareness of distraction, competition, and “all men naturally hate each other” surfaces early as a key anthropological insight.Evan notes Nietzsche's striking admiration: “his blood runs through my veins.”Tomlin elaborates on Pascal's lifelong tension between scientific achievement and spiritual devotion.The story of the servant discovering the hidden Night of Fire parchment in Pascal's coat lining is recounted.Tomlin reads the core text: “Joy, joy, joy, tears of joy… Let me never be separated from him.”Pascal's distinction: “God of Abraham, God of Isaac, God of Jacob, not of the philosophers.”Discussion of Jansenism, Augustinian anthropology, and the gravity of human fallenness.Tomlin sets the philosophical context: Pascal as a counter to both rationalist optimism and skeptical relativism.Pascal's core tension—grandeur and misery—is presented as the interpretive key to human nature.Quote emerges: “the greatness and the refuse of the universe—that's what we are.”Tomlin describes Pascal's political skepticism and the idea that politics offers only “rules for a madhouse.”Pascal's diagnosis of self-deception: “If everybody knew what everybody else said about them, there would not be four friends left in the world.”Evan raises questions about social hope; Tomlin answers with Pascal's belief that only grace can break self-love.They explore Pascal's critique of distraction and the famous line: “the sole cause of man's unhappiness is that he does not know how to stay quietly in his room.”Tomlin ties this to contemporary digital distraction—“weapons of mass distraction”.The conversation turns to the wager, reframed not as coercion but exposure: unbelief is driven by passions more than reasons.Closing reflections highlight the apologetic project of the Pensées, Pascal's brilliance, and his ongoing relevance.Helpful Links and ReferencesSpecial thanks to the Center for Christian Witness and Seen and Unseen https://www.seenandunseen.com/Blaise Pascal: The Man Who Made the Modern World, by Graham Tomlin https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/graham-tomlin/blaise-pascal/9781399807661/Pensées, by Blaise Pascal https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18269Provincial Letters, by Blaise Pascal https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2407Why Being Yourself Is a Bad Idea, by Graham Tomlinhttps://www.amazon.com/Why-Being-Yourself-Bad-Idea/dp/0281087097Montaigne's Essays https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3600Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23306Augustine's Confessions https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3296About Graham TomlinGraham Tomlin is a British theologian, writer, and church leader. He is the former Bishop of Kensington (2015-2022) in the Church of England and now serves as Director of the Centre for Cultural Witness and President of St Mellitus College in London. He is widely known for connecting theology with cultural life and public imagination. Tomlin is the author of several books, including Looking Through the Cross, The Widening Circle, and Why Being Yourself Is a Bad Idea: And Other Countercultural Notions. His latest book is an intellectual and spiritual biography, Blaise Pascal: The Man Who Made the Modern World.Production NotesThis episode was made possible in part by the generous support of the Tyndale House FoundationThis podcast featured Graham TomlinProduction Assistance by Emily Brookfield and Alexa RollowEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaA production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

I am SO EXCITED to talk to Pastor Rich Villodas about Advent and the Christian calendar. Advent officially started yesterday and Rich is helping us better understand why the Christian calendar even matters and what Advent means to our relationship with God. We're going to talk about what it looks like to wait well (which I don't like to do!), and we unpack the reality of living in the middle of both pain and rejoicing. Advent is all of it, right?  If you're looking for a study to go through this Advent, it's not too late to start one. You can grab it today and jump right in. Our Stay Tuned series is available to download now at shopanniefdowns.com AND you're going to love hearing about Rich's Advent devotional, Waiting for Jesus, today. If you're following along in your TSF Seasons Guidebook, We're on page 127. As always, the guidebook is available for you at anniefdowns.com/seasons. . . . . .  Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guest If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'd also love: Advent Makes Space for our Grief, but Christmas Makes Space for our Joy with Lanier Ivester- Episode 943 Episode 500: She Reads Truth + Advent . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: My friends get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. Our Place: Our Place is having their biggest sale of the year right now! Save up to 35% site-wide through December 2nd. Shop the Our Place Black Friday Sale right now, no code needed at ourplace.com. Thrive Causemetics: Go to thrivecausemetics.com/TSF for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. AG1: If you go to drinkag1.com/soundsfun you'll get the welcome kit, a Morning Person hat, a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2, an AG1 Flavor Sampler, and you'll get to try their new sleep supplement AGZ for free! WayFair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at ⁠capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun⁠. Helix Sleep: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 27% off sitewide.  Wonder Project: Start your free trial and make sure to choose the annual subscription at watch.thewonderproject.com/thatsoundsfun. When you pick the annual plan, you save money and directly support their mission to bring more of these stories to the world.  NIV Application Bible: If you're looking for a new Bible or know someone you'd like to gift a Bible to, I highly recommend the ⁠NIV Application Bible⁠! Antique Candle Co: Use code “thatsoundsfun” to get a free Gift Set on any order of $40 or more through Dec 15 at ⁠antiquecandleco.com⁠.  NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we begin our Advent journey in Eden, a place of freedom, communion, and life without shame. Eden is not only a moment in history, but also an interior garden within each of our hearts. We talk about the deep ache we all feel for union, rest, and peace, and how this longing reveals our original design for communion with God. We also reflect on the shame that often accompanies this desire for communion with others, especially when our desires are left unmet, and how bringing these places of poverty to Jesus opens us up to real, lived communion with Him.   Heather's One Thing - The Renew Conference in Toronto Heather's Other One Thing - Her Advent Worship Playlist Sister Miriam's One Thing - Sacred Anchor Artisans (Catholic Etsy!) founded by Tim and Molly Olsen Michelle's One Thing - The Inspired Living and this Chrism Candle Michelle's Other One Thing - Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR   Welcome, dear friends… to this Advent journey, a pilgrimage of the heart, through four sacred spaces where heaven once touched the earth.   These are the places of Advent. Eden. Loreto. Elizabeth's home. And a stable under starlight.   Each one holds a mystery… a whisper of God's coming, a rhythm of waiting, a quiet invitation to abide.   We begin… in Eden — the garden of beginnings and original designs, Here, everything was whole once, every breath in attunement with God's own. But even in the ache of what was lost, something sacred remains, a longing, a promise, a memory of shalom harmony still written in our bones.   Eden reminds us: our waiting is not empty. It is the remembering of love that has never stopped pursuing us.   Journal Questions: What are the unique gifts that God has placed inside of you? When do I experience shame in the ache for communion? When have I recently experienced a rupture from Eden? Who in your life allows you to feel at home and at ease? How can I return to Eden through a daily practice?   Discussion Questions: How have you experienced yourself as a gift? When have you experienced an ache for Eden in your life? When do you feel exiled from Eden? What glimpses of Eden have you seen in your life recently?   Quote to Ponder: "We all long for Eden, and we are constantly glimpsing it: our whole nature at its best and least corrupted, its gentlest and most human, is still soaked with the sense of exile." (J.R.R. Tolkien, The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien)   Scripture for Lectio: "Adam and his wife were both naked, and they felt no shame." (Genesis 2:25)   Sponsor - Altar + Home: Altar and Home by Conception Abbey exists to bring the beauty of Benedictine spirituality into your domestic church. The way we as Benedictine monks punctuate our days with prayer. The way we balance prayer and work (ora et labora). The way we pray with scripture in lectio divina. The way we live in community to support one another. Incorporating these treasures into your daily lives can draw you and your domestic church into Christ one day – one prayer – at a time. Our online store offers intentionally Catholic products for every occasion and every season. Lectio Divina rosary guides, daily journals, greeting cards, sacrament gifts, icons, and prints, along with books, bibles, and everything you need to make your home a sacred space.  Make Advent and Christmas a time of joy and peace with our Monk-Curated Collections—bundled sets specifically chosen by the monks to share our lives with each of you. They make the perfect gift for the Catholic in your life. Through this Altar + Home ministry, the Benedictine monks of Conception Abbey share the prayer God calls us to at the altar into the domestic church of our customers as we seek to cultivate one holy, apostolic, Catholic Church. We invite you shop with us at www.altarandhome.org. Use the discount code ABIDE to get 20% off your order.   Chapters:  00:00 Altar + Home 01:25 Intro 02:17 Welcome to Eden 09:38 Our Heart is a Garden and Place of Communion 11:18 We are Made as a Gift 13:32 Healing from Shame in Our Ache 17:57 Homesickness and Exile 20:23 God is Longing for Us 22:16 Imaginative Prayer 24:13 The Goodness of Our Bodies 26:06 Inviting the Lord into Communion 27:47 Advent is a Time of Preparation 29:32 One Things   Music used under license i94Cr0 

This episode goes deeper into the O Antiphons, Isaiah 11, the longing for Messiah, and how Advent invites us to anticipate both the birth of Christ and His return. We explore the wisdom of God, the might of Christ, and the hope that springs from the stump when life feels broken.

Romans 5: 1-5, 13: 11-14Today's sermon is on the start of advent, and explores living this life at the moment, but with a mindful expectation of Jesus's imminent return.

Send us a textToday we're celebrating a very special return guest: author, speaker, and independent scholar Diana Butler Bass. If you've been with us before, you'll remember our deep dive into her beautiful book Freeing Jesus. Today, Diana is back with a brand-new offering: A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance—a book designed to guide us through the seasons, the stories, and the spiritual rhythms that shape a life.You've heard Diana's Substack series, When? When? When? – Longing for the End of Empire. It resonated with me deeply—especially as I write in my own Substack, “When is this going to END?” It echoes Jesus' ancient warning that even the most imposing empires—Herod's Temple, Rome's occupation—will crumble. Empires end, but the Kingdom of God endures. That tension—our longing for an end, and our anticipation of a new beginning—brings us right into Advent.At seventy-seven, I've lived through a decade of Trump-era headlines that have stretched and wrinkled my sense of time. Diana helps us see that time is not just linear—it's circular, liturgical, meaningful. Not the calendar I grew up with in my evangelical days, but one filled with story, metaphor, archetype, and hope. Advent reminds us: we wait for peace, for justice, for love. And when the signs appear, Jesus says, the time is near.So join us. Diana's spiritual kaleidoscope opens a winding, wonder-filled journey through darkness toward light. This conversation will move you—heart, mind, and spirit.SHOW NOTESSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

We all know what it's like to want something deeply—and to hold back because we've been disappointed before. We hedge our bets, lower our expectations, and settle for comfort instead of truly living. But God didn't stay distant. In Jesus, God's love became flesh and blood—something we could see, touch, and experience. He meets us in our disappointment and hesitation, showing us what real love actually looks like. As we spend time with Jesus, something shifts. The life He offers isn't just another promise that might fall through—it's the life our hearts have been aching for all along. You don't have to keep protecting yourself from hope. The Light has come, and He's not going anywhere.

This lecture focuses on the theme of hope within the context of Advent, the season of waiting and anticipation leading up to Christmas. It begins with a reading from John 1:17, highlighting the contrast between the law given through Moses and the grace and truth that come through Jesus Christ. The speaker humorously engages the audience, preparing them for a short message during family service, and setting the tone for reflection on the significance of Advent.As the speaker delves into the scripture, the emphasis is placed on the act of waiting, drawing parallels with the essence of the Advent season. The exploration of John 1 serves as an illustration of waiting expectantly for the Messiah, illustrating how the passage gradually unveils the identity of Jesus. The speaker skillfully mirrors this theme of anticipation, noting that the narrative insists on pausing and reflecting rather than rushing to the conclusion.Using relatable anecdotes, the speaker contrasts the desire for immediate gratification with the spiritual discipline of waiting. An engaging joke about a slow bus driver sets the stage for broader reflections on impatience in daily life, including humorous references to the common aversion to waiting in mundane situations, such as at the DMV. This establishes a connection with the audience, making the concept of waiting more tangible and relatable.The speaker explains that the act of waiting during Advent serves a purpose, encouraging the community to reflect on their hopes and trust in God's promises. Drawing from Psalm 130, the idea that waiting breeds hope is further explored, linking it to God's unfailing love and faithfulness. The message encourages listeners to embrace the discomfort of waiting as a way to deepen their faith and realize that hope is not based on empty expectations but on the steadfast nature of God.A personal narrative about a family trip to Acadia National Park introduces a vivid illustration of waiting. The speaker recounts the adventure of seeking the easternmost point of the U.S. and the meticulous planning required to witness a sunrise. This story captures the anticipation and eventual fulfillment that accompanies the long wait in the cold, making it a powerful metaphor for the Advent season. The experience of watching the sun rise, after a period of uncertainty, reflects the hope that believers are invited to hold during Advent.Ultimately, the lecture culminates in a message of assurance. Just as the sunrise symbolizes the certainty of new beginnings, so does the return of Christ embody the hope that Advent represents. The speaker encourages the audience to press on in their faith, drawing a parallel to Hosea 6, where the certainty of the Lord's love is likened to the reliable cycles of nature. This Advent, attendees are reminded to practice waiting in expectation, trusting that the fulfillment of hope in Jesus is coming.In closing, the speaker invites the congregation to join in prayer, expressing gratitude for the hope nurtured during this season. The emphasis remains on anticipation for something far greater than transient joys, focusing instead on the profound grace and truth embodied in Christ. The message leaves the audience with a renewed sense of purpose as they navigate the days ahead, fostering a community spirit of collective waiting and hopeful expectation for the celebrations of Christmas.

In today's very special episode of The Body-Led Woman Podcast, I bring on my beloved husband Kevin to share the raw, vulnerable, deeply human story of what unfolded behind the scenes on our path to marriage.   This is not the fairytale version of our relationship. This is the initiation that shaped us.   ⭐ Join "Receiving Him" – the 7-day somatic immersion to become the woman who inspires his love and leadership – and knows how to receive it in her body and hear   We explore: - What really happened when my feminine longing for marriage and motherhood awakened with full force - How surrendering to his timeline was such a profound initiation that ended up preparing me to become a wife. - The masculine perspective on timing, leadership and proposing. -  How we navigated difficult conversations about money, provision, responsibilities, and future parenthood - The paradox of feminine surrender: longing deeply while trusting fully. - The modern cultural lies telling us that "marriage is obsolete or "oppressive" and that "single women are happiest" - How our vows and commitment transformed everything We also speak candidly about the war on love happening in modern culture…and why the feminine heart still aches for partnership, devotion and family—even when the mind is conditioned to put career, achievement, and money first.  Whether you're single and longing for your beloved…  in partnership and craving deeper emotional or erotic connection…  or standing at the threshold of the next chapter of your life… This episode will meet you in your humanness and in your holy desire.

Thank you for joining us! This week our Campus Pastor, Jonathan Haage, takes us through a sermon titled, "When the Waiting Feels Long,” teaching from Luke 1:5-25.If you haven't already, click⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download the Sermon Application Guide to follow along.For more information on how to get connected with Five Oaks Church, visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiveoaks.church/connect-me

In a world of violence and war, we long for peace. In our longing, we find God already longing for us, ready to teach us the ways that lead to peace.

Pastor Kenny went through Genesis 1 & John 1 and how we are longing for light to kick off the Advent series! 

A winter storm canceled church, so here's a sermon of sorts.  Enjoy!

Welcome to the 2025 Advent Meditation Journey. If you are longing for a more meaningful Advent season, we invite you to join us in setting aside time each week to reflect, pray, and re-center. Advent is a season of preparation—a sacred invitation to slow down and open ourselves to the coming of Christ. This is the first week of our Advent Meditation Journey. In this season of sacred waiting, we pause to reflect on longing and hope. Whether you're feeling grounded or weary, hopeful or uncertain, you are welcome here. This brief meditation is an invitation to slow down, tune into your heart, and open yourself to the quiet stirrings of hope. Find a comfortable place, take a deep breath, and join me as we begin this Advent journey together—with honesty, stillness, and expectation. Check out our blog - First Sunday of Advent: Hope. https://thethrivecenter.org/first-sunday-of-advent-hope/ To receive all four meditations, visit  https://thethrivecenter.org/  and sign up for our newsletter  https://mailchi.mp/fuller.edu/sm-practices-for-spiritual-health-part2 https://mailchi.mp/fuller.edu/web-thrive-advent2025 ⁠https://youtu.be/FYCPLepj1kU We at the Thrive Center wish you a season filled with the hope, peace, joy, and love of Christ. About the Thrive Center Learn more at thethrivecenter.org. Follow us on Instagram @thrivecenter Follow us on X @thrivecenter Follow us on LinkedIn @thethrivecenter   About Dr. Pam King Dr. Pam King is Executive Director the Thrive Center and is Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science at Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.  Follow her @drpamking.   About With & For Host: Pam King Senior Director and Producer: Jill Westbrook Operations Manager: Lauren Kim Social Media Graphic Designer: Wren Juergensen Special thanks to the team at Fuller Studio and the Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.

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Romans 8:18-25

Preaching: Mike RothMuch is wrong with the world and it breaks our hearts. We feel discouraged. We feel overwhelmed. We feel hopeless. Our Advent sermon series, Held by Longing, will plumb the depths of our sorrow. But then, we'll keep going. We'll follow the prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures in considering how our discouragement, overwhelm, and hopelessness can, like the North Star, hold us in light that guides us onward. Onward, to participate in Divine Love, which is capable of making all things new.Pearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

This morning, we enter the holy season of Advent, a time of longing, watching, and preparing for God's light to break into the world. As we gather, we also begin a new sermon series entitled “Insisting on Hope,” exploring how Christians are called to live faithfully in an age shaped by so much fear. Sermon on Lamentations 3:55-57 and Luke 1:5-13, delivered by the Reverend David J. Powers on November 30th, 2025.

1 Thessalonians #3 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 Paul’s love for the church shows how deeply we’re made for spiritual family. In this message, we explore the power of Christ-centered community, the joy of shared faith, and why genuine connection strengthens us in every season.

Luke 15:11-19 NASB1995And He said, “A man had two sons. The younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the estate that falls to me.' So he divided his wealth between them. And not many days later, the younger son gathered everything together and went on a journey into a distant country, and there he squandered his estate with loose living. Now when he had spent everything, a severe famine occurred in that country, and he began to be impoverished. So he went and hired himself out to one of the citizens of that country, and he sent him into his fields to feed swine. And he would have gladly filled his stomach with the pods that the swine were eating, and no one was giving anything to him. But when he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father's hired men have more than enough bread, but I am dying here with hunger! I will get up and go to my father, and will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me as one of your hired men.”'  Key #1 - A Response that's Looking & LongingLuke 15:20 NASB1995So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him...  Key #2 - A Response That's “Compassionate”Luke 15:20 NASB1995So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him... Key #3 - A Response that “Ran”Luke 15:20 NASB1995So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him, and ran... Key #4 - A Response that “Embraced with Grace”Luke 15:20 NASB1995So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.Luke 15:21 NASB1995And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son.'  Key #5 - A Response that “Restored & Ignored”Luke 15:22-24 NASB1995But the father said to his slaves, ‘Quickly bring out the best robe and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand and put sandals on his feet; and bring the fattened calf, kill it, and let us eat and celebrate; for this son of mine was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.' And they began to celebrate.Hebrews 10:24 ESVAnd let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works God...Ran to meAccepted meCleansed me Embraced me

Lectionary readings for the first Sunday of Advent:Psalm 122; Isaiah 2:1-5; Matthew 24:36-44; Romans 13:11-14Access a digital copy of the practice guide here.

Our hearts long for our world to be ruled well, for righteousness and peace to be established. Is that kind of rule possible, and if it is, can we survive it?

Village Church RolesvilleSunday Message, November 30, 2025Pastor Marisol HernandezLuke 1:5-13

Join us for a new Advent series as we explore how Jesus' coming fulfills the long-awaited hopes of people living in a dark and broken world.  Each week, we'll journey through stories of Scripture that point to the Messiah and discover how he brings the hope, peace, joy and love we all long for. Passage: Luke 2:25-35

This Sunday we begin Advent by entering the ache of longing. The longing for God to come near and make all things new. In a world that rushes toward celebration, Scripture invites us to slow down, pay attention, and name the places where we need His love to break in. Join us as we light the Candle of Love and reflect on the hope that grows out of honest waiting in Christ.

- The Call (1,2), “Out of my depths I cried to you…” (1,2)- The Crisis (3-4), “…If you, LORD, should mark iniquities, who should stand? But with you there is forgiveness…” (3,4)- The Comfort (5-7), “…I wait for the Lord…and in His word I hope…O Israel, hope in the LORD! For with the LORD there is steadfast love…” (5,7)

Pastor Chris beings our Advent series with Matthew 1:1-6a. This portion of Matthew - the genealogy - especially focused on Abraham, shows how Abraham was the prototype of longing and in Jesus the longings of God's people were answered.

嘉宾 | Guest：Antoinette Portis is an award-winning American author and illustrator of picture books. Her debut title Not a Box became a contemporary classic, followed by Not a Stick, Wait, A New Green Day, Hey, Water! and others.Her work is celebrated for its elegant minimalism, visual wit, and a profound respect for children's creativity and perception. Before becoming a full-time author-illustrator, she worked as a creative director at Disney. Portis's books invite readers to rediscover the extraordinary hidden within the ordinary.01:56 — Staying Connected to the Inner ChildPortis shares how curiosity and noticing small things fuel her creativity.03:48 — Why Structure Matters in Picture BooksShe explains how structure creates page-turn magic and supports imagination.06:43 — Early Creative MemoriesChildhood moments that shaped her as an artist and maker.09:30 — Encouragement vs. DiscouragementHow adults influence a child's sense of creative identity.13:09 — The Making of Not a BoxThe writing class insight that transformed her approach: honesty over cleverness.14:32 — Sparks Behind Hey, Water! and Other BooksHow observing shapes in nature became a foundation for new ideas.16:54 — Children's Emotions Are as Complex as Adults'Portis discusses how picture books should honor children's inner lives.19:10 — Powerlessness & the Story Behind WaitA real-life moment becomes the seed for a book about noticing.23:34 — Creative Blocks & Letting Ideas BreatheWhy not every idea opens up right away—and that's okay.24:14 — Longing as a Creative ForceThe emotional core behind A Penguin Storyand her process of 87 drafts.29:31 — When a Book Feels Like Wrestling an AlligatorPortis reflects on creative struggle and persistence.35:31 — Advice for Young CreatorsThe episode ends with encouragement for kids and aspiring storytellers.你可以在这里找到我们 | Where to Find Storyland：https://storyland.education/wechat: Storyland童书研究所（ID:STORYLIVING)

Longing, disappointment, and joy. Feelings we have all had during the holidays and feelings many of us have all year round. We all hope for something to fill the void in our lives. Money, things, success and prestige can be nice but will always fall short. True fulfillment is only found in the gift that God gave us that first Christmas, His only son, Jesus.

Today we explore how Jesus shifted the paradigm of fasting from an Old Testament act of desperation to a New Testament expression of intimacy and longing.

Today we explore how Jesus shifted the paradigm of fasting from an Old Testament act of desperation to a New Testament expression of intimacy and longing.

Today we explore how Jesus shifted the paradigm of fasting from an Old Testament act of desperation to a New Testament expression of intimacy and longing.

Today, we're so excited to share a conversation with our good friend and teammate at Faith Matters, Cece Proffit. If you've followed Faith Matters for a while, you've felt Cece's influence—her energy, creativity, and care shape so much of what we do behind the scenes. And so today, we're thrilled she's stepping in front of the mic to talk about one of her very favorite subjects—Advent.In this conversation, Cece offers a beautiful and grounding introduction to Advent. If this tradition is new to you, you'll come away with simple, meaningful ways to begin. But beyond that, she invites us to experience Advent as a season of sacred longing—a time to hold both the beauty and the ache of our lives, and to trust that God will meet us in all of it.Cece helps us see that Advent prepares us for the joy of Christ's coming, not by turning away from the hard and the real, but by teaching us to stay with it. In that presence, something holy unfolds. And maybe most beautifully, she reminds us that we are part of this unfolding—that Christ comes not only to us in this season, but through us. Through our love, our creativity, we join in the work of “hasten[ing] the time” of peace on earth, goodwill toward men.For even more resources on Advent, including music, past essays, and more, be sure to check out our newsletter for this episode at faithmatters.org, and be sure to become a free subscriber to Wayfare at wayfaremagazine.org to receive beautiful, thoughtful essays to accompany your Advent observance this season.

Mark interviews Meaghan Smith about the new children's book IT SNOWED that she wrote and illustrated, which was inspired by her popular holiday song of the same name. This Juno-Award winning singer-songwriter shares her many creative passions for music, writing, and art. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off your own personalized report. In their interview, Mark and Meaghan talk about: The origin of Meaghan's song "It Snowed" and how quickly it came together once the inspiration struck her on wanting a seasonal holiday song for people who might not celebrate Christmas One of Meaghan's favorite things about the snow How this song has gone on to become one of her most popular songs and now it's a picture book Studying animation at Sheridan College and the ongoing art that Meaghan has been creating all of her life The voice recording for an animation project in a studio in college that led to others recognizing her singing voice and an eventual career as a musician Meghan's experience in "if you just show up" and try something, things can have a way of working out Painting in the hotel rooms and green rooms while traveling as a musician as a way to alleviate her anxiety The additional stationery line that Meghan has which includes greeting cards How the manager of Woozles bookstore in Halifax asked Meaghan if she ever considered writing a book Getting better at accepting things without needing them to be perfect The "grumpy little cat" who is present throughout Meaghan's IT SNOWED book How snow can be such an interesting substance and the way Meaghan wanted to capture all the magic of it in her book How the book follows the lyrics of Meaghan's song, but also goes through the entire day for the kids in the story The way snow can make us all feel like kids again Meghan's current bread-and-butter writing custom songs for people  The Christmas concert Meaghan is doing Dec 19th and 20th in Halifax The second book Meaghan is working on for Nimbus based on a song she wrote for her baby when he was still inside her body How Meaghan divides up her work day and the various creative forms of expression that she exercises And more . . . After the interview Mark reflects on Meaghan's multiple creative outlets and the various ways that authors, artists, poets, musicians can give a gift to the world born from their inspiration and passion.   Links of Interest: Meaghan Smith (Website) It Snowed (Picture Book) Meaghan Smith: The Holiday Show (2025 - Halifax, NS) Friday Night Tickets (Fri Dec 19, 2025) Saturday Matinee Tickets (Sat Dec 20, 2025) Meaghan's OUR SONG "Wonder Woman" - An example of an OUR SONG written and performed by Meaghan Smith and Jason Mingo inspired by Liz Anderson Woozles Bookstore (Halifax, NS) EP 146 - Finding Yourself in Our Song by Meaghan Smith Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel ElevenLabs (AI Voice Generation - Affiliate link) Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation I Think It's A Sign That The Pun Also Rises   Meaghan Smith is a JUNO Award-winning musician, visual artist, and storyteller whose creative life bridges the worlds of music and fine art. Born in London, Ontario—known as The Forest City—Meaghan grew up drawing and exploring the woods and fields near her home. Her love of art led her to study classical animation at Sheridan College, later working as a storyboard artist before shifting her focus to music. That leap brought her to Halifax, Nova Scotia, where she now lives with her husBand, producer and songwriter Jason Mingo, and their two sons. Over the past 20 years, Meaghan has built a multifaceted creative career. As a musician signed to Warner Brothers Records, she toured internationally, sharing stages with artists such as Sarah McLachlan, Tracy Chapman, Ron Sexsmith, and k.d. lang. Her debut album The Cricket's Orchestra earned her the 2011 JUNO Award for Best New Artist, multiple East Coast Music Awards, and a Polaris Prize nomination. Her song Mirror, from her sophomore album Have a Heart, was a semifinalist in the International Songwriting Competition. Today, Meaghan continues to release collections of music characterized by her sweetly smoky vocals and vintage pop sensibility. Her songs have appeared widely across film and television—on platforms ranging from Netflix to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Through her company Our Song, she and Jason write and produce custom songs for individuals and special occasions, helping others tell their stories through music. While her music career flourished, Meaghan also found her way back to visual art. On tour, she began painting tiny oil portraits of the forest animals she missed from home—foxes in fedoras, bears in flower crowns, fish in monocles—each one nestled in a miniature vintage frame she found in antique shops along the way. What began as a creative escape in hotel rooms and green rooms evolved into her acclaimed Miniature Art Show, with over 500 original paintings sold worldwide and exhibits in galleries such as Galerie d'Art Charlevoix in Quebec. Using oils on heavyweight paper, Meaghan's paintings capture the personality and soul of her subjects with vivid detail and a playful sense of nostalgia. Her art celebrates the small wonders of the natural world and invites viewers to see beauty in the quiet, whimsical corners of life. In addition to her paintings, Meaghan owns and operates M. Kind Papersmith, a small stationery studio based out of her home in Halifax. The line focuses on locally printed, hand-folded greeting cards designed to help people stay in touch and spread a little kindness through the mail. Each card reflects her signature warmth and attention to detail, combining her love of illustration with her belief that connection matters. Meaghan recently signed a publishing deal with Nimbus Publishing, the renowned East Coast publisher, for her holiday hit It Snowed. Having created the illustrations herself in coloured pencil, she now proudly adds published author and illustrator to her creative credits. Though she has illustrated works for other authors, It Snowed marks the first book she has both written and illustrated from her own material. Alongside her art and music, Meaghan leads Creativity Through Songwriting Workshops, coaching others to unlock their creative potential through the songwriting process. Now based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Meaghan continues to paint, write, and make music—working to incorporate creativity, family, and an ever-evolving artistic life that celebrates imagination in all its forms.   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast ("Laser Groove") was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0  

Join hosts Ed Voccola (Rick and Morty, Bless The Harts) and Chris Cullari (Blumhouse, The Aviary) for a wild trip through the world of what scares them. This week, the boys get as close to STRANGER THINGS and the Upside Down as they can, diving headfirst into the science and lore of what happens at CERN. Do these mad scientists hold the key to opening a portal to another dimension? Don't love every word we say? Ok, weirdo. Here's some "chapters" to find what you DO love: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:29 - Housekeeping 00:03:57 - We're Talking CERN Portals 00:09:13 - What is CERN 00:16:51 - Particle Accelerators 00:27:04 - Science of Accelerators 00:37:46 - Higgs Setbacks and Time Traveling Bird 00:41:39 - What We're Afraid of 00:47:20 - CERN's Black Hole 00:51:19 - Quantum Vacuum Collapse 00:55:56 - CERN-Quakes 01:00:39 - Portals 01:08:04 - Mandela Effects 01:21:20 - Longing for Another World 01:25:09 - The Fear Tier NOTE: Ads out of our control may affect chapter timing. Visit this episode's show notes for links and references. And the show notes for every episode can now be found on our website. Want even more out of SATT? Now you can SUPPORT THE SHOW and get NEW SATT content EVERY WEEK for as little as 5 BONES — which includes our bonus video show New Fear Unlocked — by joining SATT PREMIUM. Get your one-dollar-per-month trial of SHOPIFY with our code at shopify.com/scared

When it comes to a Sunday morning service, what are the kinds of aspects that find their way into the liturgy? There are elements that some churches do and others don't. What's necessary? What can be dropped? What should be added? What's required for a biblical church service? These are the questions Josiah Walker and Bryan Catherman discuss in this episode of Salty Believer Unscripted. Copyright 2025. For more information, please visit SaltyBeliever.com.

Psalm 119:169–176, The Shepherd Who Seeks His Wandering Sheep Show Summary In this episode of Walking Through the Psalms on the Servants of Grace podcast, Dave Jenkins walks through the final stanza of Psalm 119 (verses 169–176). After 21 stanzas of longing, delighting, clinging, wrestling, hoping, praising, and persevering in the Word of God, the psalmist closes with a prayer that combines desperation, dependance, and devotion. We see a man who has been shaped by Scripture crying out for understanding, deliverance, worship, and sustaining grace. He acknowledges his proneness to wander, yet clings to the Shepherd who never loses His sheep. This passage reminds believers that true maturity is not independence from God but deeper dependance on His grace. Audio Player Video Player Episode Notes Passage Text: Psalm 119:169–176 Outline A Cry for Understanding (vv. 169–170) Humility is the doorway to biblical clarity. The psalmist knows, loves, and obeys the Word, yet still asks for more understanding. We never outgrow our need for a deeper grasp of God's Word and grace. Praise as the Fruit of Learning (vv. 171–172) “My lips will pour forth praise, for you teach me your statutes.” Theology leads to doxology: doctrine fuels devotion and worship. True worship flows from the truth God has revealed in Scripture. Dependance Under Pressure (vv. 173–174) Choosing God's precepts does not remove the need for God's help. Longing for salvation and delighting in God's law can coexist. God's finished work in Christ is the ground of our hope and obedience. A Confession of Need and the Shepherd's Pursuit (vv. 175–176) “I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant.” This is not proud rebellion but humble acknowledgment of weakness. Sanctification is not self-rescue; it is daily dependance on the Good Shepherd. Theological Themes Prayerful Dependance – The psalmist cries out for understanding, deliverance, and help. Praise Shaped by Revelation – God's teaching produces heartfelt worship. God's Help and Human Obedience – Our choice to follow God's ways increases, not decreases, our reliance on Him. Longing for Salvation – Present delight in God's law and future hope in His salvation meet together. The Shepherd's Pursuit – We are prone to wander, but Christ, the Good Shepherd, seeks and restores His own. Application Self: Confess your weakness and ask God daily for understanding from His Word. Others: Encourage weary or wandering believers with the promise that the Shepherd seeks His sheep. Practice: Begin each day with a simple prayer: “Lord, give me understanding according to Your Word, and keep me close to You.” Memorize: Psalm 119:176 – “I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant, for I do not forget your commandments.” Further Study Psalm 23 – The Shepherd who leads and restores. John 10:1–18 – Jesus the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. Hebrews 13:20–21 – The God of peace who equips His people. Isaiah 53:6 – “All we like sheep have gone astray.” Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review on the Servants of Grace podcast to help others find Christ-centered, Scripture-saturated teaching.

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Voices in My Head Podcast – Episode 604: Jason Gray on the “Comfort & Joy” Christmas Tour   Hosted by Rick Lee James www.VoicesInMyHeadPodcast.com Join me for a heartwarming conversation with award-winning singer-songwriter Jason Gray, recorded just ahead of his performances on the Point of Grace “Comfort & Joy” Christmas Tour.” We talk about the stories behind the music, the collaborative spirit of touring with Point of Grace, crafting a Christmas atmosphere that carries real spiritual depth, and the new holiday single “Comfort and Joy.” If you love thoughtful songwriting, honest storytelling, and the deeper meaning of Christmas, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Tickets & Tour Info Point of Grace: Comfort & Joy Christmas Tour with Jason Gray Date: Sunday, December 14, 7 pm Location: Centerville Campus of Sinclair Community College, 5800 Clyo Road, Centerville Ohio 45458 Ticket Link: https://www.itickets.com/events/484686

4:10 PM - Advent: adopting new intentional rhythms to focus our hearts and minds on the Lord … GUEST Rev Josh Brown … Pastor, Bellefield Presby Church, Oakland. 4:35 PM - New faces at the Thanksgiving table … GUEST Anne Kennedy ...author of “Nailed It: 365 Sarcastic Devotionals for Angry and Worn Out People” ... She blogs everyday at her substack “Demotivations w Anne”. 5:10 PM to 5:25 PM Time for Gratitude: and how we humans occupy time … + … the influence paying attention to both can have on transforming us into Jesus' likeness … … GUEST Dr Curt Thompson … psychiatrist in private practice in Falls Church, VA ... author of “The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe About Ourselves” and "The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community". 5:35 PM - How to spend time with family and have loving, multi-generational convos during holiday gatherings without dishing out guilt trips, political treatises, unsolicited advice, etc? … GUEST Lisa Anderson … Director of Boundless and Young Adults at Focus on the Family, and hosts “The Boundless Show” weekly podcast and radio show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You want this season to feel special for your blended family. But instead of joy, you're feeling grumpy, anxious, or even a little hopeless. Schedule changes, empty chairs at the table, tension with an ex, and slow bonding in step-relationships can make gratitude feel out of reach. Deep down you might be wondering, “How am I supposed to be thankful when life really hurts?”In this episode, we'll sit with you in that question. And we'll introduce three simple “gratitude lenses” that will help you focus on what's good without denying what's hard. Through honest stories from our personal journey, including Kim's long season of walking with Annika through addiction and into recovery, you'll see how gratitude can keep you anchored so that you can show up well as you face tough realities.   You'll also learn how to hold grief and gratitude at the same time while guarding against three common negativity traps that quietly drain hope and resilience. By the end, you'll have one small, clear next step to begin practicing gratitude in real life, right where you are, in this season and beyond.You'll Discover:Three gratitude lenses tailored for real life, you can start using todaySimple gratitude habits that can make a positive difference How to hold grief and gratitude simultaneously - without having to pretendThe 3 “P” traps that crush resilience—and how you can resist themResources from this Episode:Episode 42. Our Challenging Story of Parental Alienation - And 6 Tips for YouEpisode 84. Coping with Sadness, Anxiety, and Longing when the Kids are GoneEpisode 154. What practical and Emotional Shifts Can You Expect as You Blend a Family? Episode 14. 3 Helpful Steps to Overcome Your 'Perfectionist' Ideals and Disappointments Episode 202. How to Break Free From Painful Cycles and Enjoy Deeper Levels of Intimacy [with Ron and Nan Deal] Episode 189.  Bringing Hope to the Realities of Grief:  A Path to Understanding and Healing [with Krista St-Germain]Episode 187.  Basics for Blending:  How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress (Part 1 of 2)Episode 51. Overcoming Discouragement (Part 1 of  3)Episode 99. Moving Beyond Painful Guilt and RegretEpisode 160. A 4-Part Framework for Achievable Expectations and How to Live Them OutEpisode 220. From Marginalized to Mainstream:  How to Reclaim Confidence Episode 215. Does your Relationship Feel Hopeless?  Why Giving Up Might Not be the Answer?Ready for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help.  You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home.  Schedule your free call here:  https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession

What if 2026 is the “year of the closing door”… and 2027 is the moment everything changes? In this deep-dive conversation, Sabrina Lynn sits down with Richard Rudd, mystic, author and founder of Gene Keys, to explore Gene Key 55, the 2026–2027 prophecy, and what it really means to become the New Human in the midst of global upheaval. Learn why Richard Rudd calls 2026 “the year of the closing door” and what the 2027 shift means for humanity's next evolutionary phase. If you've been feeling like the ground is about to drop out from under the old world… this is for you. Episode Highlights How to navigate rising collective fear and anchor safety, intuition, and embodiment in your body Divine monogamy, energy leaks & life-force reclamation as key practices for 2026 Relationships as the fastest path to shadow work—and the creative renaissance emerging through community Gene Key 55: longing, emotional waves & the ignition of true Freedom Walk the Path with Us ✦ Get your FREE Gene Keys Profile →  (affiliate link — supports ReWilding ) ✦ Join The Golden Path Retreat and save 10% with our affiliate link This is what Sabrina & the ReWilding Team are walking right now — and we'd love to have you journey with us. If you join through our link, please email support@rewildingway.com so we know who's walking beside us and can send you your FREE ReWilding gift.   NOTE: Coupon code mentioned in episode goes into effect Dec 1st. We did not know that at the time of the recording. Our apologies. FREE New Human Masterclass with ReWilding – Transmission + practices for the New Feminine, New Masculine & New Union → Details here Listen to “The 2026 Shift | Richard Rudd, Gene Key 55“ podcast here… Topics Explored in “The 2026 Shift | Richard Rudd, Gene Key 55” podcast: (Times based off audio version) (0:00) – Welcome & Intention for This Gene Keys 55 Conversation (2:54) – Richard Rudd on Going Public, Mystic Practice & 2027 Prophecy (5:56) – 2026 as “The Closing Door” & the End of a 450-Year Global Cycle (13:07) – Feeling the Collective Fear: Grounding Your Body for 2026–2027 (16:26) – Art of Contemplation: A Gentle Practice for Moving Through Global Change (18:32) – Pluto, Divine Monogamy & Cleaning Out Your Cupboards in 2026 (21:27) – Relationships, Shadow Work & Moving from “Me” to “We” Consciousness (24:59) – Creative Renaissance, AI & Returning to Our Roots and Community (30:56) – Longing, Emotional Waves & Ancestral Healing in Gene Key 55 (36:03) – From Victim to Co-Creator: Why Your Deepest Wounds Aren't Just “Yours” (37:42) – Masculine/Feminine Safety, Freedom & the Power of Emotional Truth (44:02) – Tools for 2026: Intimacy, Trust & Relating Through the Storm (46:33) – Golden Path & Sage Retreats: Purpose, Love (Venus Sequence) & Prosperity (57:31) – Why This Is Richard's Final Golden Path Live Round (and What's Coming) (1:00:10) – New Human Masterclass, Free Gene Keys Profile & Choosing Your Focus You can leave a comment or question for Sabrina on the YouTube version of this episode. FIND RICHARD RUDD ONLINE ✦ The Sage Golden Path Retreat ✦ Website ✦ YouTube ✦ Instagram ✦ Facebook Listen to after “The 2026 Shift | Richard Rudd Gene Key 55”: Richard Rudd & the 2026–27 Great Shift  → RW 348 2025: Which Wave Are You In? (PART 1) → RW 333 2025 Consciousness Shift Explained (PART 2) → RW 336 7 Principles of Creating in 2025 → RW 342 STAY CONNECTED ReWilding Weekly (free, embodied astrology)  IG  Website  Disclaimer: Educational/spiritual perspectives; not medical/mental-health advice. #2025Shift #NewHuman #SpiritualAwakening Welcome to ReWilding with Sabrina Lynn & ReWilding for Women! A gifted facilitator of revolutionary inner work and the world's leading archetypal embodiment expert, Sabrina Lynn is the creator of the groundbreaking ReWilding Way and founder of ReWilding For Women. Sabrina has led more than 100,000 people through programs based on the ReWilding Way, a modality of healing and awakening that strips away the false, the deep wounds from early life, and the fears that hold people back, to reveal their true and unique soul light and help them build their innate capacity to shine it in the world. Her work includes in-person retreats and events, the monthly ReWilding Membership, Living Close to the Bone, Priest/ess Trainings, Mystery Schools, the ReWilding with the Archetypes, and the wildly popular 6 Faces of the Feminine workshop series. Welcome to ReWilding! The post 351 – 2026–2027 Prophecy, Gene Key 55 & the New Human | Richard Rudd appeared first on Rewilding for Women.

True believers hunger for the Word of God. Peter encourages us to confess sin, admit our need, and crave Scripture like newborn babies crave milk. Spiritual growth depends on our daily pursuit of God's truth, driven by our experience of his kindness.

Did you know there's MAGIC in your Meditation Practice? Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Hello to More Peace & More Prosperity! Here Are the 5 Secrets on How to Unleash Your Meditation Magic https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player. Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Close your eyes, dear one, and rest, Lay down your worry, your heavy chest. There's no need to pretend you're okay, Not every heart can give thanks today. PAUSE… Sometimes the joy is just out of reach, And silence is all the soul wants to teach. You ache for a reason to feel at peace, Longing for sorrow or stress to cease. PAUSE… This space is yours to simply be, You owe no smiles to you or me. You're not ungrateful, cold, or wrong, Just weathering storms that feel too strong. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life. If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want! Namaste, Beautiful,

Veilburner makes their third appearance on the podcast to dissect their latest opus, Longing For Triumph, Reeking Of Tragedy. We go through the construction of each track, uncover hidden details about the album's dark concepts, and delve into the origin story of Chrisom and Mephisto—exploring how they met, formed, and evolved the unique sound of Veilburner together.   Also In This Episode: The Sinister Minister, Karl Hikara, is back to co-host a marathon news rant! We dive into whether the new Forteresse single lives up to the hype, round up and judge the latest singles from Converge, Funeral Vomit, Lychgate, Ulver and Ellende, and share our all-time favorite black metal songs.   PLUS: This week's Premiere On The Sphere comes courtesy of Quell, with a first listen to a track off their upcoming opus, Of Lungs & Ashes.   Please support the bands featured on this episode: Quell: https://quell.bandcamp.com/  Veilburner: https://veilburnerband.bandcamp.com/  Mayhem: https://www.thetruemayhem.com/    Subscribe for weekly black and death metal interviews, news rants, and track reviews! Follow me on X, Instagram and Facebook, and check out the other podcasts by the Horsemen Of the Podcasting Apocalypse:  Horrorwolf 666, Iblis Manifestations, Everything Went Black, Necromaniacs and The Sol Nox Podcast.

Series: Select Psalms Text: 119:1-5 by Michael Fineli | Lord's Day Afternoon | 11.23.25