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This episode introduces the Obedient Critic, a villain archetype rooted in the fear of humiliation and obsession with hierarchy and order. Kristina breaks down how this archetype develops in high-pressure environments where performance and perfection are rewarded—and how it can show up as a moral superiority that isolates the individual from authentic connection.We explore the transformation journey from perfectionist and people-pleaser to the Hero (the Anarchist) and ultimately the Legend (the Equalizer), who is free of internalized hierarchy and embodies true humility and presence.Archetype Breakdown:Pinnacle Villain: The Obedient Critic — uses shame and order to control.Successful Antagonist: The Perfectionist — believes perfect behavior can prevent shame.Wounded Child: The Impostor — feels inherently outside the system.Covert Form: The People Pleaser — overfunctions to relieve pressure and maintain peace.Hero: The Anarchist — dismantles internal and external hierarchy.Legend: The Equalizer — creates belonging through humility and integrity.Key Concepts:The wound of humiliation leads to rigid systems of control.How early childhood environments (e.g. rigid parenting, institutional pressure) shape this archetype.The trap of confusing shame avoidance with moral superiority.Why the Equalizer isn't just rebellious—but relational and rooted.Releasing “obedience to the system” in favor of creating systems rooted in mutual dignity.Case Study: Reddit AITA Post AnalysisScenario: Husband lies about Valentine's plans to be with his abusive mother.Archetypes:Mother = Obedient CriticHusband = People Pleaser (covert)Wife = Anarchist in transitionThemes: Shame, inherited obedience, loyalty vs protection, moral blindness.Referenced Tools:Human Design: Root Center (pressure to act, perform, do)Enneagram: Type 1 (Reformer/Perfectionist)Drama Triangle: Persecutor (Villain), Victim (Wounded Child), Rescuer (Covert Form)Study link: https://www.canonsociaalwerk.eu/1971_stigma/1973%20Rosenhan%20Being%20sane%20in%20insane%20places%20OCR.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.comQuotes:“You are effectively keeping yourself in a toxic system and calling it integrity.”“The Obedient Critic doesn't want connection—they want order.”“Humiliation is the worst possible wound for this archetype. They will do anything to avoid it—even betray love.”Next Episode:The Vengeful Martyr — the Villain of Sacrifice and ResentmentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Date: 7/13/2025 Speaker: Tom Dudley Passage: Isaiah 50 Thank you for listening to our message from this week. Please continue to help support our mission to Preach The Gospel. Produce Disciples. Pursue Justice.
A new MP3 sermon from Founders Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Obedient Israel God Creates Subtitle: Non Series - Zechariah Speaker: Richard Caldwell Jr. Broadcaster: Founders Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/13/2025 Bible: Zechariah 8:1-23 Length: 60 min.
You can be doing the right things and still have a heart that's resisting God. In this episode, we explore what it means to be obedient on the outside but rebellious on the inside — and how true discipleship transforms more than our behavior. We'll uncover how to let Jesus disciple your motives, break inner resistance, and restore joyful obedience.
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The most irrefutable testimony for the truth of God is a life that has been changed and healed!While Peter and John were addressing the people, the priests, the chief of the Temple police, and some Sadducees came up, indignant that these upstart apostles were instructing the people and proclaiming that the resurrection from the dead had taken place in Jesus. They arrested them and threw them in jail until morning, for by now it was late in the evening. But many of those who listened had already believed the Message, in round numbers about five thousand! Acts 4:1-4 MSGThose who are open to God's voice will hear Him, and those who aren't, won't! The next day the council of all the rulers and elders and teachers of religious law met in Jerusalem. Annas the high priest was there, along with Caiaphas, John, Alexander, and other relatives of the high priest. Acts 4:5-6 NLTThe decision to ignore or manipulate God's truth is a form of self-deception with roots in demonic rebellion! Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 NLTDenying the truth doesn't make it less true or you less accountable for the consequences of disobedience.They brought in the two disciples and demanded, “By what power, or in whose name, have you done this?” Acts 4:7 NLTThen Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers and elders of our people, are we being questioned today because we've done a good deed for a crippled man? Do you want to know how he was healed? Let me clearly state to all of you and to all the people of Israel that he was healed by the powerful name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, the man you crucified but whom God raised from the dead. For Jesus is the one referred to in the Scriptures, where it says, ‘The stone that you builders rejected has now become the cornerstone.' There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:8-12 NLTA man can no more diminish God's glory by refusing to worship Him than a lunatic can put out the sun by scribbling the word 'darkness' on the walls of his cell. C. S. Lewis The members of the council were amazed when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, for they could see that they were ordinary men with no special training in the Scriptures. They also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus. But since they could see the man who had been healed standing right there among them, there was nothing the council could say. Acts 4:13-14 NLT Objections to God's truth and will and fall silent against an honest assessment of His Grace and Glory.What should we do with these men?” they asked each other. “We can't deny that they have performed a miraculous sign, and everybody in Jerusalem knows about it. Acts 4:16 NLTFriends, I realize that what you and your leaders did to Jesus was done in ignorance…. Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Acts 3:17 & 19 NLTJustification and pride are the right soil for deception, while humility and repentance are the right soil for a harvest of deliverance and freedom. The council then threatened them further, but they finally let them go because they didn't know how to punish them without starting a riot. For everyone was praising God for this miraculous sign, the healing of a man who had been lame for more than forty years. Acts 4:21-22 NLTAll the believers were united in heart and mind. And they felt that what they owned was not their own, so they shared everything they had. The apostles testified powerfully to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's great blessing was upon them all. Acts 4:32-33 NLTObedient faith in the risen Christ is the foundation for everything God does in and through His people and His church.
Baptism is a necessary sacrement of Christianity, so the same is true for evangelism. Whether it is preaching to crowds or speaking in a one-on-one setting, we each should be prepared to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Opportunities for personal evangelism are all around us and have been prepared ahead of time for us to do. We need only to be willing and obedient whenever, and wherever they present themselves.
Cat looks at how obeying God is less about following rules and more about mirroring Jesus in how he only did what he saw the Father doing.
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Missed the Confident Kickstart Challenge? CLICK HERE to catch the replay. The replay will be coming down on Sunday, 6 July 2025. .................................................................................................................... In this episode, I discuss: What is Biblical Obedience? What Does Obedience Look Like in Leadership? What Keeps Us From Obedience? How to Start Walking in Obedience Deuteronomy 5:33 – “Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper…” Reflection questions What comes to mind when you hear the word “obedience”? Is it duty… or devotion? What's holding you back from being obedient? Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com/podcast Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
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On Good Friday, 2025, Father Blackburn preaches a sermon on obedience, mortality, and self-sacrifice.
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Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! ...................................................................................................... Have you ever hesitated when you knew God was calling you to act? Maybe it was speaking up in a meeting, addressing a team issue, or saying “yes” to an opportunity you didn't feel ready for. I've been there. And I know this: delayed obedience is often disobedience. Today, we're going to talk about that—about obedience in leadership, and how to take three practical, biblical steps that will help you stop hesitating and start leading boldly in obedience to God. For many of us as female Christian leaders, being disobedient isn't about defiance, it's about fear. Fear of getting it wrong. Fear of what others will think. Fear of stepping out without knowing the full plan. But friend, God is not looking for perfection. He's looking for a yes. Obedience is less about having all the answers and more about having the willingness to follow. Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps: 1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here. Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan
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Horseman Mark Langley explains how to soften an obedient mare; how to help a shut down horse that isn't moving under saddle; and how to help a pony who got a fright in one particular area see that area as positive. Mark Langley teaches his innovative horsemanship training around the world - showing people how to read horses better so that we can train for a higher learning response, meet and correct their emotional needs. He transforms horses to help them and their owners find softness and a positive partnership. Join Mark's Online Membership to ask him a question. 7 day free trial, with flexible monthly Membership starting at just the price of a couple of coffees. Find out more
Have you ever felt like you followed every divine instruction, but your bank account, your business, or even your energy feels completely drained?In this episode of the Estherpreneur Podcast, I'm calling out the frustration that so many obedient entrepreneurs face—but rarely admit: when you're doing everything “right” and still feel like nothing is working.This is not just another feel-good message. This is a divine alignment moment.Here's what you'll walk away with:✅ Five strategic questions to help you discern if you're out of alignment or simply in a season of divine development.✅ Biblical clarity on how to navigate “divine delay” without defaulting to fear, hustle, or self-doubt.✅ A mindset shift that moves you from exhaustion to expectation—so you can flow in grace instead of forcing growth.This one's for the Kingdom builders who are on the edge, the faithful ones who feel frustrated, and the visionary leaders who just need a holy reset.If you're done playing small, done doubting, and ready to move with faith and strategy, this episode will equip and encourage you.
Worship Leader Taylor Cummings explains how recurring thoughts carve grooves in our minds and urges us to renew our thinking with God's truth so we can recognize, capture, and replace negative patterns with what is good, pleasing, and perfect.
Pastor Wayne Van Gelderen shares biblical truth that will bring hope and comfort in these uncertain days. May we draw closer to God through this time and impact those around us for eternity. https://fallsbaptist.org https://baptistcollege.org https://www.theegeneration.org https://ontovictorypress.com If you'd like to support this ministry - https://fallsbaptist.org/give/
“Obedient Guy” thought he was the main character — and that Paige would play a supporting role. Spoiler alert: She didn't. This is the story of a recent guy she dated, someone who thought love meant compliance, and how P realized her boundaries don't make her difficult - they make her sane!Follow the Pod: instagram.com/adultishwhines/Follow your Host: instagram.com/paige_crutcher/Produced by Creator's Guild: instagram.com/creatorsguild.htx/Go to https://betterhelp.com/adultish for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Use code ADULTISH at adameve.com for 50% off, free gifts and free shipping. Use code AWCLUB at kingsofneon.com for 10% off a custom neon sign.
#361 In this episode, Guy introduced Aaron Schultz, to discuss the importance of breaking cycles and stepping into one's true purpose. The conversation covered Aaron's personal journey of awakening, including traumatic childhood experiences and transformative moments such as a Kundalini awakening. Aaron emphasized the role of emotional literacy and self-awareness in healing, particularly for men, and described the impactful work he is doing in Australia to support men's mental health. They also delved into the significance of practices like Yin Yoga, meditation, and Kundalini Yoga in addressing trauma and improving overall well-being. Aaron highlighted his ongoing efforts through the Outback Mind Foundation, including men's meditation circles, retreats, and educational initiatives aimed at reducing domestic violence and promoting mental health. The discussion underscores the potential for individual healing to create a ripple effect, leading to positive change in society. About Aaron: Aaron Schultz is a strong advocate for a preventative approach to men's health. Having overcome his own period of huge self-doubt, crippling anxiety and poor lifestyle behaviours caused by overwork and burnout, Aaron managed to turn his weakness into his strength, becoming a teacher of meditation, yoga and anxiety management education. Aaron now has over 7,000 practical teaching hours, and is the driving force behind establishing The Outback Mind Foundation in regional Queensland, and now it's expansion throughout regional Australia. Key Points Discussed: (00:00) - The SYSTEM IS BREAKING Us! How They Keep You Numb, Obedient, and Spiritually Asleep (00:27) - Welcome to the Workshop (00:59) - Introducing Aaron Schultz (02:24) - Aaron's Healing Journey (05:26) - The Importance of Male Role Models (11:27) - Facing Trauma and Finding Purpose (25:55) - Generational Trauma and Healing (31:39) - A Life-Changing Kundalini Awakening (32:59) - The Journey to Becoming a Kundalini Yoga Teacher (33:14) - Divine Timing and Spiritual Exploration (33:52) - Unexpected Encounters and Spiritual Practices (36:17) - The Power of Kriyas and Meditation (38:22) - Embracing Vulnerability and Emotional Healing (50:03) - Breaking Cycles and Creating Change (54:03) - Future Plans and Final Thoughts How to Contact Aaron Schultz:www.outbackmind.org.au About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co
What does obedience really look like in the life of a disciple? In this week's sermon, John Gunter explores the tension between religious activity and heartfelt submission to Jesus. With clarity and conviction, he walks through Jesus' words in Matthew 7 to show that true discipleship isn't measured by appearances or spiritual resumes, but by a life built on trust, surrender, and daily obedience. If you've ever struggled with the idea of obedience feeling like legalism, this message offers a fresh, grace-filled perspective.#Discipleship #Obedience #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #Matthew7 #SpiritualGrowth #JesusCentered #ChurchPodcast
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Cory DeForrest (Warrenton Location) Series: To Build a ChurchTopic: We need to be available and obedient to God when He calls.Core Text: Acts 8:1-8, 26-38Recorded 5/18/2025For more resources check out cconline.cc or our YouTube page
Isaiah 50:4-9 “The Obedient Servant”
You were never broken...you were trained. Tamed. Silenced. Told to shrink, to smile, to survive. But deep down, you've always known: you were born to burn it all down and build something real. In this raw, channeled transmission, I'm ripping the mask off every lie you've ever believed about who you are and why you feel stuck. This isn't a breakdown. It's your resurrection. You are not the problem. You're the pattern breaker.What You'll Hear in This Episode:The truth about why your soul feels heavy, and how to lift itHow generational trauma programmed your nervous system to obeyA call to reclaim your voice, your power, and your divinityWhy your “weaknesses” are sacred and your shame was plantedA mirror ritual that will wake up every version of youWhat it means to stop waiting and start becoming____________________________________________✨ SECRET SOCIETY OF MANIFESTORS NOW OPEN✨Your Gateway to Manifesting Wealth, Love, Joy, and Freedom.Join now: www.manifestingmiracles.thinkific.com/pages/memberships⬆️ Try it out for free for one month!____________________________________________Looking for more ways to connect and work with Michelle?GET STARTED FOR FREE:
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The Disciples were obedient. The Apostles were obedient. The Deacons were obedient. The Priests were obedient. Are you obedient in your faith?
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Have you felt like God told you He was going to do something in your life, and He hasn't done it yet? Are you waiting on promises from God? Has God told you to do something, and you are struggling with it? Trust me when I tell you... I've been there. In today's episode, I will be going over how God always provides, comes through, and fulfills His promises to us. I will be pairing this with prayer, scripture, and a story time. Enjoy! This episode's show notes: https://www.faithfuelsmyfire.com/post/how-god-always-provides-and-fulfills-his-promises-to-us-you-need-to-be-obedient If you want to check out previous Bible studies, click here To Purchase my "Christ Transforms Me" Journal, click here Email me: faithfuelsmyfire@gmail.com Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/486483515603028/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmBsSKktGU_8WHVNIxhFuzg The Bible App that I use: http://bible.com/app Instagram: @_lorenacamille_ Never Forget to Choose Faith Over Fear, -Lorena Camille
The record of physicians standing up for their values as healers under authoritarian regimes is not good, whether it's Nazi Germany, the former Soviet Union, or Iraq, with behaviors ranging from assisting in torture, to psychiatric hospitalization for political reasons. And sadly, it's often without any coercion. More subtly, physicians may go along with authoritarian regimes' demands, thinking they can just "stay above the fray." But is that possible? Already, other professional institutions, including academia and law, have struck deals in the hope they they can move on, rather than defend academic freedom or long-standing legal principles. What's in store for medicine? Some might say “not much” -- physicians must simply continue to take good care of their patients. But some are already acceding to orders to abandon care to certain populations, including trans people and refugees; or to compromise privacy. And professional organizations are saying little about looming cuts that would curtail access to care for millions of Americans. One scholar of authoritarianism, Timothy Snyder has written, “When political leaders set a negative example, professional commitments to just practice become more important. Authoritarians need obedient servants.” In this episode, two physicians wrestle with what those commitments are, and how we hold on to them.
BetterMan has been on the road the last few weeks. And we have felt that the messages that have been shared at recent conferences need to be heard by all. This week Dr. Bartholomew Orr of Brown Missionary Baptist Church. Shares about being Obedient and devoted to God's Word.
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Do you love God and are you real with Him? Are you comfortable in His Presence? Love God and you will be a success. Broadcast #6652To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu.A transcript of this broadcast is available on our website here. To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram.