Podcasts about my students

This week, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me on the podcast to discuss my new book Letters to My Students, Volume 3: On Life and Doctrine. Order a copy here: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/letters-to-my-students-volume-3-P005828486?mcid=Adwords-sb-PLA-005828486&cmpid=pm:ggl:220725%7Coth%7Cshopping%7Cwomen%7Cwomen%7C17853994734%7Cwomens_pmax:pla:na&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21061429571&gbraid=0AAAAADG5DesZ5cFxy4Irz38F3bLiesAu_&gclid=Cj0KCQjwoZbBBhDCARIsAOqMEZW_IaKc-6B8oUyyEDwOSAits0TqUjwbg7CUOXjlDL-3gsxohpcEo8kaAluQEALw_wcB The post On Life and Doctrine appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

*This episode was originally published on 9/8/24. Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared The post Developing a Theology of Preaching appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

In this week’s episode, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me again as we discuss a portion of my book Letters to My Students, Vol. 2. Particularly, we discuss the pastor and developing leaders. The post The Pastor and Developing Leaders appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

In this week’s episode, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me again as we discuss a portion of my book Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Particularly we discuss the preacher and Christocentric preaching. The post The Preacher and Christocentric Preaching appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

Donald Trump has wasted no time in his first days as president of the United States in signing executive orders to enforce mass deportations, gender laws and American expansionism. And within this new Republican omnicause, support for Israel has become a mainstay. In the inauguration, Rabbi Ari Berman delivered a presidential blessing that took a swipe at college campuses and advocated for releasing the remaining Israeli hostages. In Trump's first week, he reversed sanctions on Israeli settlers in the West Bank and is getting credit for the ceasefire deal that was struck before he took office. But then he also pardoned the Jan. 6 rioters—including blatant antisemites—and there's the whole Elon Musk maybe-Nazi-salute thing. To break down the first week of Trump's second presidency, we're joined by Gil Troy, an American presidential historian, former CJN columnist and author of the new book, To Resist the Academic Intifada: Letters to My Students on Defending the Zionist Dream. After Trump talk, they turn to the future of political movements in Israel and the shifting identity of the left in a post-ceasefire world. Credits Hosts: Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy (@BovyMaltz) Production team: Michael Fraiman (producer), Zachary Kauffman (editor) Music: Socalled Support The CJN Subscribe to the Bonjour Chai Substack Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Bonjour Chai (Not sure how? Click here)

*This episode was originally published on 9/17/2023. Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss the release of Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon The post Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

This week, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary The post Episode 309: The Preacher and Cultural Concerns appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

This week, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

In this episode of Weekend Debrief, Dave and Wes discuss multiple questions about Isaac's blessing of Jacob. They also talk about what they've been reading this month. Send comments or questions to (971) 301-2414 or ⁠podcast@graceindallas.org⁠. Don't forget that you can now listen and subscribe to Weekend Debrief on Spotify. Also, check out our coffee sponsor, Silver Falls Coffee. Reading Rainbow Recommendations: Orthodoxy: With Annotations and Guided Reading Lectures to My Students, Deluxe Edition The Flourishing Pastor Recommended Links: Missions Moment Partner Highlight (Ian & Emma Porter with AIM): ⁠https://usgiving.aimint.org/donate/149370 Spotify Podcast Link: ⁠podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/graceindallas⁠ Silver Falls Coffee: ⁠https://silverfallscoffee.com Mascot Moment: Kewpie Dolls

 What can ruling elders do to promote better preaching?On this issue of the Ruling Elder podcast, John Currie, OPC pastor and Professor and Dean of Pastoral Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, discusses why this is so important and gives practical suggestions on how and when to do it, and, just as importantly, how not to do it.The OPC Form of Government says “[Ruling Elders] should have particular concern for the doctrine and conduct of the minister of the Word and help him in his labors.” (Fg. X.3)Several resources are also available online at Ordained Servant.“What Ruling Elders Can Do to Promote Better Preaching.” (Edwin J. Kreykes) 11:2 (Apr. 2002): 40-42. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV11N2.pdf“How to Assess a Sermon: A Checklist for Ruling Elders.” (William Shishko) 12:2 (Apr. 2003): 43-44. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV12N2.pdf“What Is Faithful Preaching?” (Alan D. Strange) 27 (2018): 25-30. https://opc.org/os.html?article_id=686Further ReadingT. David Gordon, Why Johnny Can't Preach: The Media Have Shaped the Messengers, (P&R Publishing; 2009)Christopher J Gordon, “How to Evaluate Your Pastor” in Faithful and Fruitful: Essays for Elders and Deacons, eds. William Boekestein and Steven Swets, (Reformed Fellowship Inc. 2019, pp. 181-193).Christopher Ash, Listen Up: A Practical Guide to Listening to Sermons, (The Good Book Company, 2009)John Angell James, An Earnest Ministry: The Want of the Times, (Banner of Truth Trust)Charles Spurgeon, “The Necessity of Ministerial Progress” in Lectures to My Students, (Banner of Truth Trust)John's recommneded reading for Ruling EldersJohn Calvin, Institutes of Christian ReligionR. B. Kuiper, The Glorious Body of Christ: A Scriptural Appreciation of the One Holy Church, (Banner of Truth Trust)Harry Reeder, From Embers to a Flame: How God Can Revitalize Your Church, (P&R Publishing, 2008) 

Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary The post Episode 305: Developing a Theology of Preaching appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

Hey Special ed Teacher, Happy 2nd birthday to the Stepping into Special Education Podcast! I can't believe it's been 2 years since the first episode was released. Thank you so much for being part of the show for the past 2 years! Today we are looking back through the second year of the Stepping into Special Education Podcast. I am sharing the top episodes from the past year and giving you an overview of each of the episodes so you can find the ones you want to go back and listen to. Whether you're looking for which episodes you should check out or need a refresher on a certain topic, tune in to find the top episodes from year two! Take Care, Michelle Resources mentioned:  EP 58: Paraprofessional Training 101: 4 Main Areas You Need to Train Classroom Support Staff, Special Ed Assistants, One-on-One Aides EP 50: How to Handle Challenging Behavior from Students with Dr. Christine Reeve EP 57: Back to School Special: Best Episodes to Start Up Your Special Education Classroom EP 54: Co-teaching Models: 6 Methods Used for Students with or without Special Needs EP 53: How to Write Meaningful Impact Statements / Present Levels for IEPs with Jennifer Hofferber  EP 64: My 8 Favorite Special Ed Teaching Strategies That I Use for My Students with Learning Disabilities EP 55: Top 10 Most Downloaded Episodes: 1st Birthday Celebration for the Podcast! EP 59: Student Relationships: 4 Reasons Why Connecting with Your Students with Special Needs Are Necessary EP 52: 5 Things You Can Do NOW to Get Your SPED Class Ready for the New School Year! EP 56: Plan the Year with Me! How to Set up Your Planner as a Special Education Teacher Join the FACEBOOK COMMUNITY! Connect with Michelle Vazquez: Leave a 5 star review Download your FREE IEP Meeting Checklist HERE! Become an INSIDER & join the email list HERE! Follow on INSTAGRAM!  Contact: steppingintospecialed@gmail.com

6/23/2024 | This day's featured sermon on SermonAudio: Title: The Minister's Self-Watch Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/1/1800 Bible: 1 Timothy 4:16 Length: 51 min.

This episode was originally published on 10/15/23. Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. The post Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 287: Developing a Homiletical Outline appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

This episode was originally published on 10/15/23. Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Need of Decision for the Truth Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/25/1800 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Sciences as Sources of Illustrations - Part 02 Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/23/1800 Length: 53 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Preacher's Private Prayer Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/3/1800 Length: 36 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Sciences as Sources of Illustrations - Part 01 Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/22/1800 Length: 46 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Chat About Commentaries Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 2/3/1800 Length: 47 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Necessity of Ministerial Progress Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/25/1800 Length: 48 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Self-Watch Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/1/1800 Bible: 1 Timothy 4:16 Length: 51 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Ordinary Conversation Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/12/1800 Length: 29 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Fainting Fits Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/11/1800 Length: 38 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Holy Spirit in Connection with Our Ministry Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/24/1800 Length: 65 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Holy Spirit in Connection with Our Ministry Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/24/1800 Length: 65 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Fainting Fits Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/11/1800 Length: 38 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Ordinary Conversation Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/12/1800 Length: 29 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Minister's Self-Watch Subtitle: Lectures to My Students Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Audiobooks by C. H. Spurgeon Event: Audiobook Date: 1/1/1800 Bible: 1 Timothy 4:16 Length: 51 min.

This series is sponsored by Joel and Lynn Mael in memory of Estelle and Nysen Mael.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we begin our Denominations series by talking to Zev Eleff—historian, author, and the president of Gratz College—about the development of the denominations of Judaism we have in America today. We've been occupied for months with defending our right to be Jews in America, so perhaps this is the right time to return to considering the purpose of the Jewish lives we want to live. In this episode we discuss:How did America's Jewish “denominations”—better termed “movements”—as we know them come to be?What have the different Jewish movements each contributed to American Jewish life?How can we get back to not just fighting antisemitism, but uncovering the meaning of our Judaism?Tune in to hear a conversation about how previous generations of American Jews have handled the issues that, to one degree or another, threatened to divide us. Interview begins at 49:36.Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff is the president of Gratz College. Zev is the author and editor of nine books and more than 50 scholarly articles in the fields of Jewish Studies and American Religion, including Modern Orthodox Judaism: A Documentary History, Dyed in Crimson: Football, Faith, and Remaking Harvard's America, and Authentically Orthodox: A Tradition-Bound Faith in American Life. Zev's research focuses on American Jewish history, sports, and Modern Orthodox history. References:Jonathan Haidt on The Daily ShowAmmi Hirsch on Campus Chaos“Failure Goes to Yeshivah: What I've Learned From the Failure Narratives of My Students” by David BashevkinAuthentically Orthodox: A Tradition-Bound Faith in American Life by Zev EleffThe Birth of Conservative Judaism by Michael CohenAmerican Judaism by Jonathan D. SarnaThe Jews of the United States, 1654 to 2000 by Hasia R. DinerJew Vs Jew: The Struggle For The Soul Of American Jewry by Samuel G. FreedmanThis Is My God by Herman WoukJewish Continuity in America by Abraham J. Karp18Forty Podcast: “Halacha as a Language”

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as we discuss “Healthy Aspirations for Ministry” which is largely taken from my book, Letters to My Students, Vol. 2. The post Episode 302: Healthy Aspirations for Ministry appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as we discuss "Healthy Aspirations for Ministry" which is largely taken from my book, Letters to My Students, Vol. 2. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is Director of the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

Our mental health series is sponsored by Terri and Andrew Herenstein.This episode is sponsored by someone supporting 18Forty's work.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we listen in on a conversation between David Bashevkin and his dear and longtime friend Elie Schulman about the value of therapy.In a culture in which we can feel we're constantly being sized up and evaluated by others, accepting our own vulnerability can be one of the hardest things to do. In this episode we discuss:How can someone know it's time to get therapy?How can we get beyond excessively comparing ourselves with our peers?What does it mean to “lift up” a friend?Tune in to hear a conversation about how seeking help can be a sign and source of strength.Interview begins at 11:29.References:Pirkei Avot 1:6Curb Your EnthusiasmThe Wisdom of No Escape and the Path of Loving-Kindness by Pema ChodronThe Drama of the Gifted Child: The Search for the True Self by Alice MillerwWaking Up by Sam HarrisDavid Bashevkin on That's An Issue“Failure Goes to Yeshivah: What I've Learned From the Failure Narratives of My Students” by David Bashevkin“On Campus, Failure Is on the Syllabus” by Jessica Bennett

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 04:54) How Often Do You Think About Rome? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingHow often do men think about ancient Rome? Quite frequently, it seems. by Washington Post (Leo Sands)Part II (04:54 - 11:48) Where is the Balance Between Allowing For Free Speech and Preventing Mental Harm to the Children in Our Communities When It Comes to Halloween Decorations? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart III (11:48 - 13:31) Why Does God Test People If He is Omniscient and Sovereign? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 10-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart IV (13:31 - 15:27) If Jesus Defeated Death, Why Do People Still Die? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 7-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart V (15:27 - 17:18) Why Do We Pray When God Already Has a Plan? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 7-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart VI (17:18 - 21:58) What Position Within Ethical Theory Should Christians Hold? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 17-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart VII (21:58 - 27:21) As a Follower of Christ, Am I Morally Complicit If I Allow a Secular Sex Education Presentation in My Classroom and Stay Silent as My Students are Exposed to This Material? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern The post Episode 287: Developing a Homiletical Outline appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Letters to My Students, Vol. 1. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

Feedback is one of the four core pillars of Alternative Grading. In this episode, co-hosts Robert Bosley and Sharona Krinsky discuss what elements are included in effective feedback, evaluate what it takes to teach students to use it, and share specific tips and barriers such as where feedback appears in LMS systems and different types of feedback including self-reflection, peer review, and instructor-to-student feedback.LinksSeven Keys to Effective FeedbackPlanning for Growth: Fleshing Out the Feedback Why I Give (Almost) All of My Assessments Back to My Students, by Sharona KrinskyWhat Learning Looks Like (Clean) Youtube videoWhat REAL "Learning" Looks Like (Explicit) Youtube videoTeaching More by Grading Less, or Differently, by Schinske and TannerEffects of no feedback, task-related comments, and grades on intrinsic motivation and performance, by Butler and NissanGradescope - www.gradescope.com TextExpander - www.textexpander.comGrades Versus Comments: What Does the Research Really Tell Us? (Opinion)5 Research-Based Tips for Providing Students with Meaningful FeedbackResourcesThe Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education and K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading (Please note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!):

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss the release of Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon from B&H Publishing. Jared serves The post Episode 283: Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon appeared first on Preaching and Preachers Institute.

Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss the release of Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon from B&H Publishing. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.

In this episode, I am joined by Pastor Kris Estep to talk about the state of preaching in the modern church and why preaching expositionally through the Bible is so important for the good and the health of the local church.Kris Estep pastors Barberville Baptist Church in Waynesville, North Carolina, where he lives and serves with his wife Becky, and their three children. You can follow him on Facebook and Instagram.Resources.The Imperfect Pastor: Discovering Joy in Our Limitations through a Daily Apprenticeship with Jesus, Zack EswineWhat Is Biblical Theology? A Guide to the Bible's Story, Symbolism, and Patterns, James M. Hamilton Jr.Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, J. I. PackerLectures to My Students, Charles SpurgeonPreaching and Preachers, D. Martyn Lloyd-JonesFinding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment, Bradley GrayGrace: So Much More Than You Know and So Much Better Than You Think, Bradley GraySponsor.Ministry Minded is sponsored by Fresh Roasted Coffee, a locally owned and operated coffee house in the heart of Central Pennsylvania that produces the freshest coffee and delivers it at peak drinkability. Use offer code “GRACE10” at checkout to get a discount on your next order. Buy some coffee!Credits.Intro music: “Explorers (Instrumental Version)” by The Midnight, The Midnight Music LLC, 2018.Ad music: “Coffee Stains” by Finley, licensed under CC BY 4.0. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.graceupongrace.net

This series is sponsored by an anonymous lover of books. This episode is sponsored by Twillory. Use the coupon code 18Forty to get $18 off of all orders more than $139. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to returning guest comedian Alex Edelman, whose show has made it to Broadway, and his chavrusa, Sarah Hurwitz, former White House speechwriter and the author of Here All Along, about how to introduce people to a Judaism that is both inclusive and rigorous. In this episode we discuss: How does Alex Edelman write a one-man show “chavrusa-style”?What, according to Sarah Hurwitz, is the difference between “writing to be read” and “writing to be heard”?How does a writer bring a rich and relevant body of Jewish knowledge to the masses?Tune in to hear a conversation about the “neon entrance signs” of Jewish life and how every Jew can find a way into appreciating their inheritance.Alex Edelman interview begins at 13:32.Sarah Hurtwitz interview begins at 54:09. Alex Edelman is a product of Massachusetts's Maimonides School and has been featured on Conan and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. In 2020, he was the head writer and executive producer of the “Saturday Night Seder” YouTube extravaganza, which raised over $3.5 million for the CDC Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund. His show Just For Us is running on Broadway! While nights tend to sell out quickly, tickets are available here.Sarah Hurwitz is an American speechwriter. Sarah was a senior speechwriter for President Barack Obama in 2009 and 2010, and head speechwriter for First Lady Michelle Obama from 2010 to 2017, and was appointed to serve on the United States Holocaust Memorial Council by Barack Obama shortly before he left the White House. Sarah is the author of Here All Along: Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Connection to Life—in Judaism (After Finally Choosing to Look There).References:“Failure Goes to Yeshivah: What I've Learned From the Failure Narratives of My Students” by David BashevkinThis Is My God by Herman WoukPeople Love Dead Jews: Reports from a Haunted Present by Dara HornFor the Relief of Unbearable Urges: Stories by Nathan Englander White nights: The story of a prisoner in Russia by Menachem BeginThe Lonely Man of Faith by Joseph B. SoloveitchikGod in Search of Man : A Philosophy of Judaism by Abraham Joshua HeschelSuddenly, a Knock on the Door: Stories by Etgar Keret From Text to Tradition, a History of Judaism in Second Temple and Rabbinic Times: A History of Second Temple and Rabbinic Judaism by Lawrence H. Schiffman To the End of the Land by David GrossmanMy Name Is Asher Lev by Chaim PotokHere All Along: Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Connection to Life—in Judaism (After Finally Choosing to Look There) by Sarah HurwitzAs a Driven Leaf by Milton Steinberg

I had the honor to connect with Dr.  David Allen. He is THE Preaching Coach. In our conversation, he walks us through 12 steps of sermon preparation and sprinkles in wisdom and insight from Scriptures and his 45+ years of ministry experience. Make sure to check out the following resources and recommendations from Dr. Allen. Dr. Allen's Website-includes resources, podcast, blog, etc...: Preaching Coach WebsiteDr. Allen's Favorite Book:Lectures to My Students by Charles SpurgeonSome of Dr. Allen's Books Mentioned in the Podcast:Lukan Authorship of HebrewsNAC Commentary on Hebrews I would love to hear how God is moving in your life and ministry! Send me an email at tolearnlovelead@gmail.com. Stay CuriousBe CompassionateLead with a Servant' s Heart

From Charles Spurgeon's -Lectures to My Students- series 2 chapter 3 -The Need of Decision for the Truth.- And my comments-.

From Charles Spurgeon's -Lectures to My Students- series 2 chapter 3 -The Need of Decision for the Truth.- And my comments-.

Does your work really matter? Is work just something you do until you retire? What's your motivation for work? What should be your motivation for your work? How should a Christian view his or her work? During your working career, 50% of your waking hours are spent on the job. Only 33% of workers reported feeling engaged at work, 50% feel stressed on a daily basis, 41% are worried, 22% are sad, and 18% are angry (cnbc.com 2022/08/12). According to the Pew Research Center, here are the top three reasons people leave a job: Pay was too low, no opportunities for advancement, or felt disrespected at work (Feb 7-13, 2022). We are studying through the book of Ecclesiastes and the writer of the book, King Solomon, is making initial conclusions about life “under the sun” - life in this fallen world. So, it is no surprise he has a lot to say about work. A Brief Biblical Overview of Work God assigned Adam meaningful work before sin entered the world (Gen. 2:15). Work continued after the Fall under the “curse” of sin (Gen. 3:17-19). Throughout history, work has been used to enslave and abuse. It has been used in prideful ways, power trips, promoting greed, and prompting pride. Some place their identity in jobs and careers. Others have chosen to let others provide for them (see 2 Thess. 3:1-12). Solomon's Take on Work “Under the Sun” “Under the Sun” Work Challenges (Eccl 10:5-16) Non-leaders in leadership positions (Eccl 10:5-7) No forward thinking (Eccl 10:8-9) No strategic planning (Eccl 10:10) No patience investment (Eccl 10:11) Lack of good communication (Eccl 10:12-14) Lack of vision (Eccl 10:15) Inexperience (Eccl 10:16) “Under the Sun” Work Motivation (Eccl 4:4-16) Envy (Eccl 4:4) Greed (Eccl 4:7-8) Luke 12:15 And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” Pride (Eccl 4:9-12) God's View of Your Work 1. Discover God's calling for you. Vocation: a summons or strong inclination to a particular state or course of action. What is God calling you to do? What is he summoning you to do? You have to prayerfully determine that. Meet with people in your small group. Get vocational counseling. What interests has he placed on your heart? What vocation makes your heart beat a little faster? The first sign of a heavenly calling is an intense, all-absorbing desire for the work. “Do not enter the ministry if you can help it…” If any [one] in this room could be content to be a newspaper editor, or a grocer, or a farmer, or a doctor, or a lawyer, or a senator, or a king, in the name of heaven and earth let him go his way…for a man so filled with God would utterly weary of any pursuit but that for which his inmost soul pants. The desire should be one, which continues with us, a passion which bears the test of trial, a longing from which it is quite impossible for us to escape, though we may have tried to do so; a desire, in fact, which grows more intense by the lapse of years, until it becomes a yearning, a pining, a famishing to proclaim the Word. C. H. Surgeon, Lectures to My Students, 25 I know that Spurgeon is speaking directly to ministry, but would it be wrong to think that God has impassioned us for the vocation he called us to do? What do you do that allows you to feel God's pleasure? (In Living Grounded, we have an entire session on finding God's will). 2. Your vocation is a gift from God. Eccl 3:9-11a Eccl 3:12-13 Eccl 2:24-26 Your calling is a gift from God. Steward it well. 1 Cor 10:31 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Pray every day that God will allow you to use his gift to honor him. 3. Pursue your calling with an eternal perspective. We live “under the sun”, but with Jesus, we have an “over the sun” perspective. Your vocation is about Jesus. Col 3:23 Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive an inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. Josiah Leuenberger, Director of the Nashville Institute of Faith and Work, well says that we get ourselves into trouble when we seek fulfillment in work rather than God. Seeking fulfillment in work apart from the gospel is like pouring water into a leaky bucket and wondering why it can't be filled. Jesus sets us free from the endless cycle that each of us fall into so easily when we live with ourselves at the center of our story. He invites us into a better pursuit of approaching work as an opportunity to know and enjoy God, grow in him, and serve others as a response of gratitude for his love and service to us.[1] Timothy Keller has written a book called, Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work. Here's what he says about a biblical viewpoint of work. Everyone will be forgotten, nothing we do will make any difference, and all good endeavors, even the best, will come to naught. Unless there is God. If the God of the Bible exists, and there is a True Reality beneath and behind this one, and this life is not the only life, then every good endeavor, even the simplest ones, pursued in response to God's calling, can matter forever. __________________ [1] Josiah Leuenberger, Can Fulfillment at Work be Found? nifw.org, August 10, 2022. DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOORE Get Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo. 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The guys talk about the lost art of Christians reading good books.  It seems that, given the pace and availability of media, the new generation of young people reads less than previous generations.  Instead, they look to “YouTube University,” which offers information but does  grow you in wisdom.  These algorithms are designed to show you what you want to see and offer what's clickable.  Good books, on the other hand, offer wisdom.  No doubt reading books comes with its fair share of challenges.  People have different natural inclinations toward reading (and some, though not all, even experience major changes in this area when converted).  People differ in their reading capacities, such as speed of reading and memory for content.  Some struggle with things like dyslexia that make reading more difficult.  But anyone can put their mind to gaining wisdom through books, and the more you read, the more you build up the muscle for reading.  If you have a hard time with reading, the guys urge, start by committing to one book and seeking accountability as you read it. He shaped us to read, and designed us to reap many benefits from doing so - the foremost of which is gaining knowledge of Him by reading His written Self-revelation in the Bible.  We should read varied books, from biography to theology and fiction, but we need to make sure the book we live in is the Bible.  The guys leave listeners with a list of recommendations for either personal or shared reading: Everything Sad is Untrue, The Discipline of Grace, Gospel Primer, New Morning Mercies, Basic Christianity, Knowing God, The Prodigal God, The Chronicles of Narnia, Lectures to My Students, and The Mystery.  Be watching out, too, for E.Z.'s forthcoming book, Fight Like a Man, and a great resource for teaching kids: Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons!

Every immigrant has their own story to tell: a story about the circumstances that led them to move to another country, a story about the life they're building in that new country; The things they left behind, the things they brought with them, the things that they left behind and brought with them. And in their story, you would often find English. One of the things I would like to focus on this year is exactly that, the place where English intersects with the immigrant experience. Many of my students are immigrants, I was an immigrant myself. There are commonalities, for sure, but each story is unique, a story worth telling and listening to. And English had – and for some of us still has – a big part in our story. If you'd like to share your English story as an immigrant, I'd be happy to hear from you (click here – https://bit.ly/3GSp6d4). During the next months I'll share some of your stories, answer questions you might have, and host immigrants as well as people whose work involves English and the immigrant experience. For now, you can watch these videos where I discussed the experience of being an immigrant with guests and students: The Power of Storytelling with Sun Yi A conversation About Culture, Identity and Language Success Stories of My Students

Every immigrant has their own story to tell: a story about the circumstances that led them to move to another country, a story about the life they're building in that new country; The things they left behind, the things they brought with them, the things that they left behind and brought with them. And in their story, you would often find English. One of the things I would like to focus on this year is exactly that, the place where English intersects with the immigrant experience. Many of my students are immigrants, I was an immigrant myself. There are commonalities, for sure, but each story is unique, a story worth telling and listening to. And English had – and for some of us still has – a big part in our story. If you'd like to share your English story as an immigrant, I'd be happy to hear from you (click here – https://bit.ly/3GSp6d4). During the next months I'll share some of your stories, answer questions you might have, and host immigrants as well as people whose work involves English and the immigrant experience. For now, you can watch these videos where I discussed the experience of being an immigrant with guests and students: The Power of Storytelling with Sun Yi A conversation About Culture, Identity and Language Success Stories of My Students