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Trying to make sense of the North Carolina train murder. Pig kidney transplants and the ethics of selling organs. Military analyst Mike Lyons talks the latest from the Russia/Ukraine conflict, U.S. military action in Venezuela, and Israel's next move in Gaza. Jeffrey Epstein's 50th "Birthday Book." 3I Atlas and UAPs. Couple celebrates first baby girl born into the family in 108 years. Americans who who have positive view of capitalism slips to 54% according to new Gallup poll.

Work is a part of our original call, not a result of the fall. In the latest week of our Make it Make Sense series, Pastor Jason speaks on 3 keys of Biblically accurate work and the differences between work and a job.

Send us a textHey friends, it's been a minute!Join me as we talk about how life can often feel like you are trying to put a puzzle together and you're not sure if you have all the pieces and you didn't get to see the box before you started.I've missed you — HolsSupport the show

Ever told God, “But Lord, that doesn't make sense…”? You're not alone—Paul did too. In Acts 22, Jesus tells Paul to leave where he wasn't received and obey in a way that didn't add up. What if your biggest breakthrough comes after you obey? In this message we unpack: Say goodbye to excuses and discover […]

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Service from Christian Bible Church in Cissna Park, Illinois.Pastor: Steve HallWhen God Doesn't Make Sense - Three ResponsesMary - Responded with Reverence. Judas - Responded with Rebellion.Peter - Responded with Repentance.

Some are hesitant around God's law, because they believe some of His laws are strange. Whether His laws seem strange to us, should have no bearing on whether we obey Him. However, when you look deeper, you discover His laws are not strange — but beautiful. In this verse-by-verse study, let's explore some of the 'strangest' laws in the Bible. In this teaching: Laws regarding... Caring for possessions of another Dressing your gender Protecting a bird's family Property liability Do not mix - plants, animals, fabric Escaped slaves Defiled money Charging interest Making vows Joy of a new marriage Collecting pledges Torah Portion: Ki Tetze / 'When you go' (Deut 22-24) Support Rise on Fire Ministries by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/rise-on-fireRead transcript

The penny could soon be a thing of the past. President Trump is pushing to end production of the one-cent coin, citing its rising costs. Each penny costs nearly four cents to make and scrapping it could save taxpayers about $56 million a year. Deema Zein discussed more with John Feigenbaum of Whitman Publishing, a leading producer of numismatic reference books. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Key Takeaways: Plan an exit strategy early: Agree with business partners ahead of time on how to handle transitions so changes go smoothly. Learn from Rockefeller's example: Strategic buying can be a smart way to reshape and grow a business. Combine discipline with emotional intelligence: Managing money well and handling emotions wisely can make partnerships and operations more successful. Work with the right people: Choose partners or employees who share your values and vision to support long-term growth. Value different perspectives: Appreciating different personalities and viewpoints can lead to more innovation and business success.   Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 Strategies for Buying Out Business Partners 3:37 John D. Rockefeller's Clever Business Takeover Strategy 4:49 Navigating Business Partnerships and Finding the Right Fit 6:58 Building Intelligent Organizations Through Emotional Intelligence and Diversity 10:04 Exxon's Legacy of Consistent Dividends Since 1882   Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

I'd love to hear from you. Send me a text! :)You don't have to understand God's timing—you just have to trust it. Do you ever wonder why God hasn't answered yet—or why His timing feels so different from yours? In Part 3, discover how to trust God's timing even when it doesn't make sense.Here's the truth: His delay isn't His denial. Isaiah 60:22 reminds us: “At the right time, I, the Lord, will make it happen.”This 2–3 minute message will encourage you to trust the One who sees the whole picture.✨ Stay tuned for Part 4, where we'll close this series in prayer for your waiting season.If you… Missed Part 1? Listen HereMissed Part 2? Listen Here~ ~ ~The GOD Says So™ Shop is opening soon! If you'd like to be on the VIP waiting list, join here: www.GODSaysSo.shop~ ~ ~Watch & Subscribe to my YouTube Channel so you never miss an episode.If this message blesses you, would you take a second to subscribe to my YouTube channel and give the video a thumbs up?It helps more believers like you find this content. I'm so grateful to have you along on this faith-filled journey.~ ~ ~Click the +Follow to listen on your favorite podcast platform.To learn more & download Faith-Inspired Resources go to >> www.FaithInspiredLiving.comSupport the show

Episode Notes Some are hesitant to obey God's law, because they believe some of His laws are strange. Whether His laws seem strange to us, should have no bearing on whether we obey Him. However, when you look deeper, you discover His laws are not strange — but beautiful. In this verse by verse study, let's explore some of the 'strangest' laws in the Bible. In this teaching: Laws regarding... (Deut 22-24) Caring for possessions of another Dressing your gender Protecting a bird's family Property liability Do not mix - plants, animals, fabric Escaped slaves Defiled money (from prostitution) Charging interest Making vows Joy of a new marriage Collecting pledges Torah Portion: Ki Tetze / 'When you go' (Deut 22-24) Support Rise on Fire Ministries by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/rise-on-fire

In today's episode, "Making Money Make Sense — 4 Truths to Rethink How You Earn, Spend, and Decide," host Jacquette provides a quick overview of the central theme "Making Money Make Sense," which is explored in episodes 263-266. She also highlights why priority, energy, relationships, and self-trust are all important factors in your financial journey.www.jacquettetimmons.comwww.jacquettetimmons.com/digital-productswww.instagram.com/jacquettemtimmonsBuyMeACoffee.com/JacquetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Joe Montana's top QB list doesn't make sense full 473 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:49:41 +0000 bxvw8VqZgysvLAqT0foGdQmgdveMktW9 nfl,kansas city chiefs,society & culture Cody & Gold nfl,kansas city chiefs,society & culture Joe Montana's top QB list doesn't make sense Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold."  Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener.  Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio.  2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link

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Great faith believes God can supernaturally change the outcome of every situation. Pastor Josh Cossey from Faith Church in Oklahoma City joins us for the latest installment of our Make it Make Sense series by showing the 3 different types of faith we need to walk with and 4 ways we can practically build our faith.

What do you do when life feels overwhelming, prayers go unanswered, or God seems silent? In this conversation with Niki Hardy, author of God Can We Chat?, we talk about bringing raw questions and doubts to God, and why honest wrestling with Him can actually strengthen, not weaken, our faith. You'll discover how to separate hurt from God and hurt from the church, and how remembering His presence can give you the courage to keep walking through mystery, pain, and uncertainty. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: [00:00] Can You Bring Your Doubts and Frustrations Honestly to God? [05:00] Why Wrestling with God Can Strengthen—Not Destroy—Your Faith [09:00] What's the Difference Between Hurt from God and Hurt from the Church? [13:00] How Does God Meet Us in Silence, Mystery, and Unanswered Questions? [16:00] Could Doubt Actually Be a Superpower in Your Faith Journey? [20:00] Practical Tools from God Can We Chat? to Process Questions with God [24:00] What Role Does Community Play in Healing Spiritual Disappointment? [28:00] How Can You Hold on to Hope When Life Doesn't Make Sense?  RESOURCES: Want practical help learning to manage your emotions better? Join us in Alicia's Emotional Confidence Club!     We're a Christ-centered community of women learning to process everyday emotions—like disappointment, overwhelm, and shame—using science-and-Scripture-based emotional management tools that make emotional healing practical, powerful, and personal.   Every 6 weeks we welcome new members and focus on a new topic.   Apply now to join the waitlist (limited number of spots available!) at AliciaMichelle.com/club.    RELATED EPISODES: Ep 297: Believing in God's Love Again After You've Been Hurt with Rachael Adams Ep 195: Pt 1: How Can I Believe That God Loves Me (In My Head and My Heart)? Ep 196: Pt 2: "How Can I Believe That God Loves Me (In My Head and My Heart)?" Send us a textWant support applying what you're learning here each week about managing emotions with science and scripture? Come join us in the Emotional Confidence Club—apply now at AliciaMichelle.com/club.

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This message is from our "Ecclesiastes" series.In the book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon sets out to discover if “life under the sun” is truly worth living.  He goes on a journey throughout the book and finds himself originally declaring that everything under the sun is meaningless. Solomon is overwhelmed with the truth that death is coming for every person, and that nothing worked for, earned, or pursued seems to have any lasting value.  It's not until Solomon starts focusing on things “beyond the sun” that he recognizes life's true meaning and purpose. He ultimately discovers that the whole purpose of man is to enjoy life and all its blessings, to live by faith, and to prepare for eternity by fearing God and keeping his commandments. Crosspoint City is one church in multiple locations and we exist to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://mycpcc.com/giveSTAY CONNECTED:Facebook: https://mycpcc.com/facebookInstagram: https://mycpcc.com/instagramTiktok: https://mycpcc.com/tiktok

SERMON: "Trusting God When Good News Doesn't Make Sense" | TEXT: 2 Kings 7:1-20 | DATE: 8/31/2025 | SPEAKER: Ethan Rolph | www.Liberty-Christian.com

This week, Amy makes a common Google Maps mistake involving the avoid highways option. The ladies agree, you can't make up your own nickname. Also, if someone calls you a “free spirit”, it's not a compliment. Amy witnesses two 20-something boys show up for an early morning pickleball match after a wild night out. They are both wearing Birkenstocks, and one of them is just wearing swim trunks. Racket Report: A text chain, armchair meteorologist will do anything to play tennis. Hot tip: Rao's lasagna is the best boxed lasagna. Maya reviews the movie Freaky Tales starring Pedro Pascal, narrated by Too Short. She also reviews the new Jason Momoa show, Chief of War. Don't even get us started about pineapples and the Dole family. Also, pineapple is the most difficult of fruits, and it's definitely not worth clear-cutting a rainforest for. Amy decides Jason Momoa's body doesn't make sense in clothes. She also takes us way back to Baywatch: Hawaii. Maya also reviews the latest Jurassic Park movie. Maya is skeptical about the dog in the new Superman movie. Also, she only likes the Christopher Reeve Superman. Approved/Denied: Co-living with 12 strangers and the Tired Girl Makeup Trend.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3264: Darrow Kirkpatrick examines the true costs and emotional implications of owning a vacation home, revealing how the dream of a getaway can quickly become a financial and lifestyle burden. By unpacking both personal experience and broader considerations, he offers a grounded perspective to help readers evaluate whether buying a second home aligns with their values and goals. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/does-owning-a-vacation-home-make-sense/ Quotes to ponder: "Vacation homes offer convenience and familiarity, but those advantages can come with hidden costs." "It's easy to overlook opportunity costs when making emotional decisions, especially around real estate." "You'll need to honestly assess whether a vacation home supports your desired lifestyle or distracts from it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to episode 227 of Growers Daily! We cover: green burials as fertilizer, raising beds or not based on your climate AND it's feedback friday.  We are a Non-Profit! 

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3264: Darrow Kirkpatrick examines the true costs and emotional implications of owning a vacation home, revealing how the dream of a getaway can quickly become a financial and lifestyle burden. By unpacking both personal experience and broader considerations, he offers a grounded perspective to help readers evaluate whether buying a second home aligns with their values and goals. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/does-owning-a-vacation-home-make-sense/ Quotes to ponder: "Vacation homes offer convenience and familiarity, but those advantages can come with hidden costs." "It's easy to overlook opportunity costs when making emotional decisions, especially around real estate." "You'll need to honestly assess whether a vacation home supports your desired lifestyle or distracts from it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3264: Darrow Kirkpatrick examines the true costs and emotional implications of owning a vacation home, revealing how the dream of a getaway can quickly become a financial and lifestyle burden. By unpacking both personal experience and broader considerations, he offers a grounded perspective to help readers evaluate whether buying a second home aligns with their values and goals. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/does-owning-a-vacation-home-make-sense/ Quotes to ponder: "Vacation homes offer convenience and familiarity, but those advantages can come with hidden costs." "It's easy to overlook opportunity costs when making emotional decisions, especially around real estate." "You'll need to honestly assess whether a vacation home supports your desired lifestyle or distracts from it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastors are often held to a “higher standard,” but not every expectation placed on them is biblical or even wise. In this episode, Josh and Sam explore which higher standards actually make sense for pastors and why. They cut through unrealistic pressures and focus on the standards that truly align with Scripture and healthy leadership. The post Which “Higher Standard” Measures Actually Make Sense for Pastors appeared first on Church Answers.

Bodie Grimm helps us understand where you can hail a car without a driver. Plus, new AI glasses that give Meta a run for its money. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Bodie Grimm.Links to stories featured in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in autopilot mode, running through the motions without really asking if you're living the life you truly want? Most of us have at least one habit that feels out of alignment, whether it's scrolling at night, overindulging, or staying in a draining job. We judge ourselves harshly, wondering why we can't break free. But what if these habits are not the problem? What if, instead, they're signals that point to something deeper?   In this episode, I offer a new perspective on habits, especially those we label as "bad." Instead of seeing them as flaws to be fixed, I invite you to understand the deeper, often protective reasons behind them. When we approach our habits with curiosity and compassion, we start to recognize that everything we do makes sense when viewed in the context of our life experiences and what we've been taught to value.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/186

If you think AI is all about saving time and cutting corners, think again. In this conversation with futurist Bob Johansen, we explore how AI can be used as a thinking partner - to help you generate ideas, build clarity, and make better decisions in a chaotic, unpredictable world. Bob argues that the real power of AI lies in augmented intelligence, not artificial intelligence. Bob Johansen is a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future in Silicon Valley. For more than 50 years, Bob has helped organisations around the world prepare for and shape the future. He has written 15 books and his latest one Navigating the Age of Chaos, is out on October 28. He walks us through: - The key skill that will future-proof your career - How to use AI to get unstuck and think more creatively - Why clarity beats certainty in a BANI world (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible) - The leadership traits needed to thrive in the AI-first decade Whether you’re excited about AI or sceptical, this episode will shift your mindset and give you a roadmap for working with AI, not against it. Want to learn more about AI upskilling? Check out this episode with Neo Aplin on how to go from AI gunslinger to AI architect on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Bob’s new book Navigating the Age of Chaos: A Sense-Making Guide to a BANI World That Doesn't Make Sense is out October 28. Pre-order it here Key quotes “Ten years from now, almost all leaders will be augmented or you’ll be out of the game.” “I don’t trust AI for answers. I use it to stretch my mind.” My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ever look at a puzzle piece and try to guess the whole picture? It’s nearly impossible, until you step back and see the top of the box. So it is with life. We see a just piece (often a painful piece) but God sees the big picture. His perspective is higher, and His timing is better. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie shows how to trust God even when life doesn’t make sense. If you’ve ever felt stuck or confused, clarity and hope are just ahead. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever look at a puzzle piece and try to guess the whole picture? It’s nearly impossible, until you step back and see the top of the box. So it is with life. We see a just piece (often a painful piece) but God sees the big picture. His perspective is higher, and His timing is better. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie shows how to trust God even when life doesn’t make sense. If you’ve ever felt stuck or confused, clarity and hope are just ahead. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to episode 213 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we kick off our Fall series. Today, we talk about those times when God does not make sense.  Key takeaways:  The covenant God seems to be breaking covenant obligations.Habakkuk continuously cries, but God continuously doesn't respond. The prophet feels trapped in a cycle of unanswered prayer.If God sees everything and has power to stop evil, why does He merely observe without acting?God doesn't just rescue Habakkuk from low places; He elevates him to positions of spiritual authority and perspective that belong to Him.Habakkuk chooses joy before he sees any change in circumstances. Job 13:15 captures the tension between sovereign suffering and persistent faith. Job's statement isn't passive resignation—it's active, defiant trust. He's saying his relationship with God transcends even life and death. Whether God preserves or destroys him, God remains his God.Job understood something profound: his relationship with God wasn't based on what God did for him, but on who God is. This moves beyond transactional faith (serve God to get blessings) to transformational faith (serve God because He's worthy).Faith isn't blind optimism—it's confident trust based on God's proven character.·Choosing trust over understanding doesn't mean pretending everything is fine when it's not.  Trusting God means bringing your real emotions to Him, not hiding them from Him.Quotable:  God has already proven His love at a cross, and that love doesn't change based on your circumstances. Application:  Habakkuk shows us that faithful people can question God's methods while remaining committed to God's character.We don't live based on what we can see right now, but on what we know to be true about God's character and promises.How to pray when confused: Follow biblical models:Use the Psalms as prayer templates (especially Psalms of lament like 13, 22, 88)Be honest about your feelings while affirming God's characterAsk for wisdom (James 1:5) rather than demanding explanationsPray with others who can help bear your burdenI want to give you three specific steps to choose trust over understanding this week:First, write it down.  Write down one specific situation where you're demanding answers from God instead of trusting His character. Maybe it's a relationship, a health issue, a financial pressure, or a prodigal child. Please write it down.Second, declare it out loud. This week, I challenge you to speak Habakkuk's words over your situation. Stand in your kitchen, sit in your car, wherever you are, and say: 'Though _____ may not happen the way I want, though _____ may not change, yet I will rejoice in the Lord. I will joy in the God of my salvation.' Fill in those blanks with your specific situation. Third, share it with someone. Don't carry this burden alone. Before Sunday comes again, I want you to text, call, or meet with one person and say, 'I'm struggling to trust God with _____. Will you pray with me?' Connect with us:  Web site:  https://springbaptist.org  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)  https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)  Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to https://springbaptist.org/prayer/    If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

Episode 346 - Does it ever make sense to reject an inheritance? On some occasions, a “qualified disclaimer” can give you a chance to do the right thing, or to avoid a major headache.

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In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss when certain investments and products make sense, and when they don't. Also what to do if you're laid off right before you plan to retire. 

In this conversation, Jason sits down with Dom Ruso, pastor of The 180 Church in Greater Montreal, to talk about the joys and challenges of church planting in one of the most secularized contexts in North America.Dom shares openly about his discernment journey, how God drew him and his wife back to Quebec despite initial resistance, and what it has looked like to build a church community from scratch in a region where many are spiritually open but institutionally skeptical.Jason and Dom explore themes that matter deeply to pastors today:Dom's honest wrestle with returning to Quebec, and the slow ways God confirmed the call to plant a church there.The unique dynamics of Quebec culture and what it means to preach the Bible in ways that connect with people who carry wounds from religion or who feel indifferent toward Christianity.How congregations can embody health and unity in a divided cultural landscape, and what Canada's regional differences can teach us about God's work across the country.Why it's not enough to “tell” people what the Bible says, but to invite them into its story, and how plot points of Scripture resonate with modern longings for justice, meaning, and identity.Why it matters to recover a distinct vision of pastoral calling, and how the overlap with modern leadership and coaching culture can blur what shepherding the people of God really means.Dom also talks about his new book, The Bible for a Shifting Secular Age, which brings together his pastoral experience and academic work to offer handles for understanding secularism and fresh ways of presenting Scripture today.Show Notes
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On today's episode before we breakdown the final preseason game we discuss:-Both Tucker Kraft and Luke Musgrave have had very impressive offenses and I think they both will be a big part of our offense in 2025, and they should be because the way teams design their defenses today.-Some of these same reasons of why 12 personnel is so important to a teams success are the same reasons why the Packers should NOT trade for an elite edge rusher like Micah Parsons, it's just too risky, even if it could work. -And we might not need an elite edge rusher because Lukas Can Ness seems to have taken a big jump and there are still two affordable difference making players available in free agency to help take this pass rush over the top.

In the kingdom of God, you win if you do not give up! In the second week of our Make it Make Sense series, Pastor Jason walks through the topic of family and 5 ways that God has designed the family to endure everything life throws at it.

It's Friday, August 22nd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Amnesty International says 11 Christians railroaded in Libya Amnesty International has urged Libya to overturn the convictions of 11 Christians after they had received “grossly unfair” trials, reports International Christian Concern. The human rights organization said the trials of the nine Libyan men, a Libyan woman, and a Pakistani man were “marred by egregious violations of due process and international human rights standards.” Like Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15:26, these people “have risked their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” According to Open Doors, Libya is the fourth worst country worldwide for the persecution of believers. Russia bombs U.S. factory in Ukraine -- one of war's largest attacks Russia struck an American electronics manufacturer in Ukraine with cruise missiles overnight in one of the largest aerial attacks of the war so far, reports The Telegraph. The Ukrainian air force said some 574 drones and 40 missiles were fired overnight, primarily targeting western regions of the country – far from the battlefield's front line in the east and south of the country. Supreme Court empowers Trump to cut $783 million in DEI funding On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court gave President Donald Trump the green-light to axe DEI and gender ideology grants at the National Institutes of Health, reports NBC News. In a narrow 5-4 decision, the court ruled that President Trump can cut $783 million in federal funding for “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” as well gender ideology research. Florida news director Eric Daughtery tweeted, “Chief Justice JOHN ROBERTS joined the liberals and DEI Justice Ketanji [Brown] Jackson in trying [unsuccessfully] to block President Trump from ending woke grants at the NIH.” Miller: White Communist protestors don't speak for crime-targeted black DC residents On Wednesday, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller joined Vice President J.D. Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at Union Station in Washington, D.C.  Miller railed against what he called “stupid white hippies” who were protesting the federal crackdown on crime in the nation's capital, saying that they did not represent the crime-weary black DC residents, reports The Hill.com. MILLER: “There are residents who have lived in Washington, DC their entire lives. Their parents lived here, their grandparents lived here, and they have lived for generations in intolerable conditions of crime and decay. “I moved to the city 20 years ago. There are places where I've seen graffiti that has been untouched for two decades. There are homeless encampments that have made it impossible for families to use public parks and public recreation for as long as I've lived here. There are hundreds of residents of this city who are shot in street violence every single year, making it one of the most violent cities on planet Earth. And, for too long, 99% of this city has been terrorized by 1% of the city.” Miller took issue with the liberal protestors. MILLER: “The voices that you hear out there, those crazy communists, they have no roots. They have no connections to the city. They have no families they are raising the city. They have no one that they are sending to school in this city. They have no jobs in this city. They have no connections to this community at all. They're the ones who've been advocating for the 1% -- the criminals, the killers, the rapists, the drug dealers. “And I'm glad they're here today because me, [Defense Secretary] Pete [Hegseth] and the Vice President [J.D. Vance], are all going to leave here and, inspired by them, we're going to add thousands more resources to this city, to get the criminals and the gang members out of here. We're going to dismantle those networks. “And we're going to prove that a city can serve for the law-abiding citizens who live there. We are not going to let the communists destroy a great American city, let alone the nation's capital.” CNN conservative commentator Scott Jennings summarized the progress of Trump's federal intervention to lower crime in the District of Columbia. JENNINGS: “Our nation's capital, the District of Columbia is a federal zone. And I don't think it's theater. I think it's working. They've arrested hundreds of people. They've gotten a number of violent criminals off the street. Just last night, they arrested an illegal alien and a member of MS 13. “They've gotten a lot of illegal guns off the street. Half of all the non-immigration arrests have come in D C's two most violent wards. There was some concern that they wouldn't be looking into the places where the crime is. That's not true.” Dr. James Dobson, evangelical Christian leader, died at 89 And finally, Dr. James Dobson, the influential conservative Christian therapist, author, and radio personality who founded Focus on the Family, died yesterday at the age of 89 following a brief illness, announced The Dr. James Dobson Family Institute. He is survived by Shirley, his wife of 64 years, two children – Danae and Ryan, daughter-in-law Laura, and two grandchildren – Luci and Lincoln. Shirley shared her heart on the radio program “Family Talk.” SHIRLEY DOBSON: “This is Shirley Dobson. My precious husband, Jim, is now with Jesus. Even though I know he is rejoicing, my heart is aching. Jim will always be the love of my life. I want to thank you and millions around the world for opening your hearts to Jim. Over the decades, he worked hard to promote righteousness and help you build a strong family filled with love, commitment, and trust.” In a special memorial broadcast heard on 1,500 radio stations, Gary Bauer, senior vice president of Public Policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, vocalized what he believed has happened in Heaven. BAUER: “He has looked into the face of our Lord and Savior, and he has heard the words that every one of us want to hear, dearly. ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.'” Bauer shared how Dr. Dobson and he first met. BAUER: “I crossed paths with Dr. Dobson at an unlikely time. I was serving in the Reagan administration. So, I'm in Washington, DC, and, as everybody knows, this is a city filled with controversy. And I got into a couple of really big fights in Washington over things related to faith, family and freedom -- the things that define Jim's life. “It felt a little lonely at the time when I was going through that. And I got a phone call, and it was Dr. Dobson. He said, ‘I've been watching how you've been fighting back against these folks that want to rip faith out of our country and want to redefine the family and want to indoctrinate our children. I'd love to have you on the radio show.' I ended up going on the show, and that ended up being the first of literally hundreds of interviews.” Born in 1936 in Shreveport, Louisiana to a Nazarene evangelist and his wife, James Clayton Dobson Jr., an only child, earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California in 1967, specializing in child development, reports The Christian Post. According to his official biography, Dobson previously served as a pediatrics professor at the University of Southern California School of Medicine and a staff member at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles in the Division of Child Development and Medical Genetics. His first book, Dare To Discipline, which endorsed spanking, sold over three million copies. Other notable works, among his 70 books, included Hide or Seek, What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Women, Love Must Be Tough, Parenting Isn't For Cowards, Children At Risk, When God Doesn't Make Sense, and Life On The Edge. In 1977, Dobson founded Focus on the Family with a weekly broadcast that eventually became a weekday broadcast heard on 7,000 stations worldwide. It was heard daily by more than 220 million people in 164 countries. Then, in 1978, he also recorded the seven-part Focus on the Family film series at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Remarkably, by the mid-1980s, 80 million Americans had seen the film series which was one-third of the U.S. population at the time. Dobson would lead Focus on the Family until 2010, when he launched the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute and continued to oversee a nationally syndicated radio program called “Family Talk.” Christian bestselling author and radio personality Eric Metaxas called Dobson “a hero.” Metaxas tweeted, “He was not afraid to bring his faith into the public sphere for God's purposes. He has finished the race — to God's glory!” In fact, Gary Bauer recalled Dr. Dobson's unwavering stand for the sanctity of life. BAUER: “I was with him many times at events when a complete stranger, a woman, would come up to him and say, ‘Dr. Dobson, because of you, my 9-year-old here, my 4-year-old, my 12-year-old would not be alive. I was on my way to an abortion clinic, and I was turning the radio dial looking for some music to get my mind off of it, and I heard your voice, and I stopped. I pulled off the road and went back home. And now, Mary, here, is alive.'” A frequent presence in Washington, D.C., Dr. Dobson played key roles in presidential commissions, with appointments by Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush. On a personal note, it was my great honor to work for Dr. Dobson for two and a half years during which time I wrote questions for him to ask several of his guests, including Mark Levin about his book American Marxism and Jonathan Cahn about his book The Return of the Gods. Plus, I summarized the broadcasts in five sentences for the 7 million Facebook followers and 1,300 radio announcers to encourage listeners to stay tuned. Gary Bauer explained that Dr. Dobson used the platform that the Lord had given him to take a stand for America's Judeo-Christian heritage. BAUER: “Dr. Dobson, basically, in his own way, started the pro-family movement. He made it a force in America. … He loved God, of course, first, and he loved his family, but he loved America. He was deeply concerned that if America was ripped out of the rich soil of Judeo-Christian civilization, that the country would be lost. It defined everything that he did. “Imagine what the country would be like if Dr. Dobson had not, during that 40 years, been speaking for what I still believe is the great majority of the country.” Dr. James Dobson himself reflected on his own legacy in the waning days of his life. DOBSON: “When I reach the end of my days, a moment or two from now, I must look backward on something more meaningful than the pursuit of houses and land and machines and stocks and bonds. Nor is fame of any lasting benefit. I will consider my earthly existence to have been wasted unless I can recall a loving family, a consistent investment in the lives of people, and an earnest attempt to serve the God who made me.” Psalm 116:15 says, “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” Visit a special memorial link to see how Dr. Dobson's life and legacy are being celebrated through our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, August 22nd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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Send us a message! Really!This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, cutting taxes is bad, actually, and the State Legislature is about to go cut another billion dollars from the state budget because of it. Then, do you enjoy friend of the pod Kyle Clark's innovative evening news show, microgiving campaigns, and refusal to let the worst stories become the most important stories? Well you better set your DVR because if a big corporate mega merger goes through, it might be the "Last of Next." Then, do you enjoy the convenience of having about a month to research all of the candidates and initiatives on your mail ballot and the ability to drop them off or mail them back every election? Well we also have bad news for you on that! And finally, we dig into the practical possibility of Colorado joining the redistricting arms race to the bottom and the new way Libertarians are trying to screw with Colorado Republicans this time. That's it for this episode! If you loved watching and/or listening to it as much as we loved recording it, you can thank us by subscribing to the pod wherever you listen, following us over on New Old Twitter AKA Bluesky, subscribing to our shiny new channel on YouTube, smashing that subscribe button on our Substack, and sharing this episode with your friends, your enemies, and your 8th favorite Member of Congress from Colorado! THANK YOU so much for listening, and we'll see you next time!

You're not just growing — you're being called. This episode explores how to trust the process when it feels uncertain, lonely, or unseen — and why alignment always begins with identity.Have you ever felt the quiet nudge that you're outgrowing where you are — but questioned whether it's selfish, risky, or unrealistic to move forward?In this episode, we explore the deeply personal process of following God into unfamiliar territory — even when there's no detailed roadmap. Whether you're in a career that no longer fits, a role that feels too small, or a season that's quietly ending, this conversation invites you to trust the One who's calling you forward.Julie shares how ILR came into being without her fully realizing it, and the moments of obedience and awkwardness that led to deeper healing and alignment. We look at Abraham's obedience in Genesis 12, John Bevere's radical career pivot, and the neuroscience behind meaning-making and identity clarity.Key takeaways:Why spiritual growth often feels like loss before it feels like alignmentHow vertical alignment soothes the nervous systemWhat it means to honor calling, even when it's not convenientHow your obedience is never just for youToday's Micro-Recalibration:Ask yourself: – Where have I been slow to move because I've been waiting for permission? – What has God already asked me to do — that I haven't acted on yet? – What would shift if I trusted the Giver more than the gift?If others look to you — as a manager, parent, partner, or friend — model what it looks like to honor calling over comfort. Share the stretch. Normalize obedience.Whether you're in the messy middle or quietly sensing more — this episode reminds you: you're not behind. You're being aligned.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

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