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Join Andrea and John as they conclude their Alien franchise watch/re-watch series!Plus, we'll go over what else we've been watching and some gaming news! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Jump in the comments!0:00 Opening0:19 Intro1:30 World Cup and UFC Freedom 2505:50 Drinks12:19 What we've been watching14:11 Wuthering Heights (2026)21:40 Spider Noir28:45 Widow's Bay Ep1 thoughts30:00 Daredevil Born Again S2 30:50 Backrooms and Hokum33:33 007 First Light thoughts36:12 The Gaming Events and Xbox's Situation39:19 Future James Bond games and adaptations rant47:00 Alien Resurrection (SPOILERS)1:26:30 Wrap Up

How is nobody talking about this series?!Warlock's Sun Rising by Damien Black continues one of the most impressive epic fantasy stories I've discovered in recent years. After being thoroughly captivated by Devil's Night Dawning, I had high expectations going into Book 2 — and somehow this sequel exceeded them. Bigger stakes, deeper character work, fascinating villains, powerful faith elements, shocking twists, and multiple jaw-dropping ending moments make this one of the strongest fantasy sequels I've read in quite some time.In this spoiler-lite review, I discuss what makes Warlock's Sun Rising such a compelling read, why fans of classic epic fantasy should take notice, and why Damien Black's Broken Stone Chronicle deserves far more attention than it receives. If you enjoy sprawling fantasy worlds, intersecting storylines, memorable characters, and a unique clash between divine power and dark magic, this may be a series you need to add to your TBR immediately.Have you read Warlock's Sun Rising or Devil's Night Dawning? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, author discussions, rankings, recommendations, and all things speculative fiction, be sure to subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages!Support the channel on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyBooks #EpicFantasy #BookReview #DamienBlack #WarlocksSunRising #DevilsNightDawning #ChristianFantasy #FantasyForTheAges #BookTube #FantasySeries #FantasyReaders #FantasyBookReview #BrokenChronicle #DarkFantasy #FantasyRecommendationsWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode?Devil's Night Dawning: https://t.ly/L2oDWWarlock's Sun Rising: https://t.ly/g0EW3Ways to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening0:56 - Book Details1:46 - Why Jim Read This3:37 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis4:33 - Eight Reasons You May Enjoy This Book7:50 - Three Reasons You Might Not Enjoy This8:53 - Jim's Final Thoughts10:39 - Closing & Wrap-Up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Let us go back once again to Goldeneye and open some trading cards!! Will these cards look cool? I have no idea. We shall find out. We're also going to talk about the new video game First Light and James Bond in general. Hang out, grab a drink, and let's talk BOND!0:00 Opening0:20 Intro4:50 Opening Cards1:16:40 Trading Card Market1:28:16 Physical Media1:35:10 Wrap Up

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent (we go pretty far adjacent at times for this one) shows and manga! This week we are FINALLY back to Hell's Paradise.0:00 Opening0:17 Intro3:50 What we're watching11:20 X-Men '97 S2 Trailer24:35 Hell's Paradise S2 Discussion (SPOILERS)54:14 The Sorting Hat57:00 Wrap Up

Is redemption really free, and if so, what was the price? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens with the powerful hymn "Nor Silver Nor Gold" by James M. Gray and takes us deep into Acts 22:1-22 (KJV), where the Apostle Paul stands on the steps of the temple and gives one of the most compelling testimonies in all of Scripture.You might be asking — Can someone who actively persecuted Christians really be saved? What happened to Paul on the road to Damascus? Why did Paul go blind, and what does that mean for us? What does it mean that redemption was bought with the blood of Jesus?In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through these key points:- Paul openly identifies with his persecutors, sharing their background before sharing his transformation- A blinding light on the Damascus road stopped Paul in his tracks and changed his direction forever- Ananias, a man of good report, spoke simply — and Paul's sight was restored that same hour- Paul received a clear calling: to be a witness to all men of what he had seen and heard- The crowd listened — until Paul mentioned the GentilesIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs it today. Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you a living stone in God's temple? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten opens the Word to show us that the Church is not a building made of brick and mortar — it is a living, growing temple made up of every born-again believer. Drawing from Ephesians 2:21, 1 Peter 2:4-6, Matthew 16:18, and 1 Corinthians 3:11 in the KJV, Pastor Webster walks us through the beautiful truth that Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone holding everything together.You might be asking... What does it mean to be a "living stone"? Why does unity matter so much in the Church? How is Christ building His Church today? What is the purpose of apostles, prophets, pastors, and teachers?Key points from this devotion:- We are all sinners by nature, but redemption comes through the blood of Jesus Christ alone- The Church is one body, Jews and Gentiles unified under one Spirit and one hope- Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone — no other foundation can be laid- Every believer is a living stone set in a holy, spiritual temple- God gave gifts to the Church to mature, build up, and protect the saints from false teachingIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment below, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Today we have another big James Bond episode! We have to talk about the game, about casting, and about the next set of 007 short stories.Please like, share, and subscribe!0:00 Opening0:20 Intro and Drinks10:00 What we've been watching and reading12:30 Running Point13:13 Daredevil Born Again & Punisher15:50 Maul Shadow Lord and the Glove of Darth Vader17:30 James Bond First Light Thoughts and Casting26:10 For Your Eyes Only Movie vs Book and Risico1:10:00 Wrap Up

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent shows and manga! This week we talk about the finale (episodes 18 and onward) of Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider's first season.0:00 Opening0:18 Intro9:40 What we're watching18:34 Tojima S1 Discussion (SPOILERS)50:40 Wrap Up

Can your bad works undo what grace already did? That is the question Pastor Roderick Webster tackles in this powerful daily devotion from Words From The Word, drawing from Romans 3, Romans 4, Romans 11, Galatians 2, 2 Timothy 1, and Titus 3 in the King James Version.You might be asking: If I was not saved by my good works, can I be lost by my bad works? Does God require me to earn or maintain my salvation? Why could Abraham not boast before God? What does it really mean to be justified by faith?In this episode, Pastor Webster walks through the Scriptures to show:- Justification comes through faith, not the works of the law, as confirmed in Romans 4 and Galatians 2:16- Grace and works are mutually exclusive — if it is grace, it cannot be works, and if it is works, it cannot be grace- Abraham's faith, not his performance, was counted as righteousness- No flesh can glory before God — all boasting belongs to Christ alone- Salvation is unto good works, not salvation by good worksIf you have ever wondered whether your failures could cancel your salvation, this devotion is for you.Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay encouraged daily.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

What if a sequel didn't just continue the story… but completely reframed it?Today, I'm diving into The Ghost Brigades by John Scalzi—and let me tell you right up front: this is NOT just Old Man's War 2. This book takes everything you thought you knew about this universe and pushes it in deeper, more complex, and surprisingly emotional directions.In this spoiler-lite review, I'll break down what makes this sequel so different, why it works (for me, at least), and whether it's worth continuing the series.⸻

Imagine receiving a handwritten letter about the most explosive conflict in your life. Now imagine that letter is copied to your closest friends and meant to be read out loud in your living room. This is exactly what happened to a man named Philemon.In the first message of the "Charge It to Me" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Philemon 1-7. Discover why Paul dropped his apostolic title to write from a prison cell , what the story of Pat Tillman teaches us about surrendering our rights , and why we must close the gap between knowing grace and actually performing it.

Join Andrea and John as they discuss Alien 3!Plus, we'll go over what else we've been watching.Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Jump in the comments!0:00 Opening0:20 Intro4:32 Drink Holidays9:55 Daredevil reception and unnecessary sequels24:28 Maul Shadow Lord Impressions and non-OG trilogy reception30:11 Alien 3 Discussion (SPOILERS)1:01:24 Wrap Up

Are you among the many on the broad road, or among the few on the narrow way? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians chapter 2 and several powerful scriptures to show us the serious condition of the person who does not know Christ as Savior — and the urgent choice every soul must make.You might be asking yourself today:- How do I know if I am truly saved or just religious?- What does the Bible mean when it says we are dead in trespasses and sins?- Can God even hear my prayers if I am living in sin?- What does it mean to walk according to the world?Key points from this devotion:- Sin causes spiritual death — a separation of the soul from God (Ephesians 2:1, Romans 6:23)- Iniquity separates us from God and hides His face from us (Isaiah 59:2)- The unregenerate man follows the world's system, which opposes all that is godly- Eternal life is a gift found only in Jesus Christ, not in religion (1 John 5:11-12)- Jesus warns that the broad road leads to destruction, but few find the narrow way (Matthew 7:13-14, KJV)If this devotion stirred something in your heart, do not wait. Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay rooted in the Word every day.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Nobody builds a tower because they feel secure. We stack bricks and build our own kingdoms to protect ourselves from the unknown.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 10 and 11 to reveal the real motivation behind the Tower of Babel. Discover why God had to tear down what humanity built, how Pentecost reversed the curse of Babel, and why Jesus offers the security we desperately crave.

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent shows and manga! 0:00 Opening0:17 Intro3:24 One Piece, Remakes, and Execution vs Plot11:30 Economy of Attention14:45 What Phil is watching22:30 Jujutsu Kaisen S3 Finale!51:38 Wrap Up

The flood was the most dramatic reset in human history. It cleaned the earth completely. But Noah walked off the ark into a clean world with the exact same broken heart.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 9. Discover why God instituted capital punishment, how the rainbow is actually an unstrung weapon of war, and why Jesus had to take the arrow of divine justice on the cross.

Join Andrea and John as they discuss the novel Goldfinger and compare it to the classic film.Plus, we'll go over what else we've been watching.Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Jump in the comments!0:00 Opening0:19 Intro8:45 Drinks14:45 Dungeon Crawler Carl16:30 The Housemaid20:10 James Bond on Netflix25:20 DUNE Messiah28:50 Maul Shadow Lord Impressions30:00 Obi-Wan Kenobi The Patterson Cut36:50 Goldfinger Book & Movie Discussion! (SPOILERS)1:08:19 Wrap Up

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent shows and manga! This week we have a greater focus on anime conventions.0:00 Opening0:18 Intro5:43 Cameo Birthday Surprise11:11 ANIME CONVENTIONS1:16:25 Upcoming Shows1:18:30 Wrap UpCheck out our friends: ⁨@MikeBryant94⁩   ⁨@killingtheflower9226⁩   ⁨@popcastontherocks⁩  Peter J. Gilbertson's novels on Amazon.comJamaal Williams clips:https://youtu.be/yqCXAvnW3ZM?si=Ueud_rSPNl58n2fmhttps://youtube.com/shorts/lIJHj-J_QiM?si=qP3Oed87YYcDzalF

Easter is the strangest holiday in the world because it demands a verdict. You cannot soften the claim that a publicly executed man walked out of a tomb three days later.In the final message of "The King They Didn't Expect" Easter series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the road to Emmaus in Luke 24. Discover why our unmet expectations cause our faith to collapse, how the Scriptures make our hearts burn, and why the risen Christ is still found at the table.

Join Andrea and John for their 200th regular episode! We'll be talking about the first episode of the latest season of Daredevil on Disney+.Plus, we'll go over what else we've been watching.Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Jump in the comments!0:00 Opening0:20 Intro1:46 Drinks9:55 What We're Watching/ Playing/Reading16:30 Daredevil Discussion (SPOILERS)46:19 Wrap Up

We grew up thinking the story of Noah's Ark was a cheerful children's tale. But when you read the text, that little wooden toy shatters. It is a terrifying account of global judgment and a God who hits the "undo" button on creation.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton walks through Genesis 7 and 8 to uncover the profound mercy hidden in the storm. Discover why God personally shutting the door changes everything, how Noah's wait in the dark teaches us to trust God's timing, and why Jesus is the final sacrifice we desperately need.

What does it really mean to call someone a hypocrite — and are we all guilty of it?This week on The Side Bar Podcast, Leise and Royce get into the contradictions people love to ignore… especially when it benefits them. From personal accountability to politics, propaganda, and perception — nothing is off limits.We talk about whether people can actually change, why we keep comparing different eras like they're equal, and how narratives get shaped depending on who's telling the story. From boycott debates to the SAVE Act, to the way “safety” gets used as a gatekeeping tool — this episode really asks: are you thinking for yourself, or just picking sides?And of course… we had to get into that perceived innocence conversation.Yeah. That one.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro music0:30 – Opening0:50 – “I speak hypocrite…”3:04 – Can people really change?4:45 – Should we still be comparing different eras?15:21 – Using propaganda when it fits your narrative21:50 – The Target boycott drama31:54 – Use your own brain — seriously38:11 – The SAVE Act48:55 – “Safety” as a tool for exclusion51:11 – “God don't play about me” people1:12:49 – Why do white men get perceived as innocent?1:13:54 – Movies are doing a lot for no reason1:25:26 – Outro

Have you ever noticed how people react to a fire alarm? We rarely run for the exits immediately. Instead, we look around to see if anyone else is panicking. Our modern culture treats spiritual reality the exact same way.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 6:1-22 to reveal what happens when human pride meets God's holy grief. Discover the danger of consequence-free living, why the story of Noah is about a God who provides a rescue, and how Jesus acts as our ultimate diving bell.

Deze week praten Jelle Stuip, Arnoud Wokke, Jurian Ubachs en Friso Weijers over smarthome-apparaten, aankondingen op telecombeurs MWC, het bedrijf achter de overname van PU, doorsturen van beelden door Meta Ray-ban-brillen en de aankondigingen van Apple. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening0:56 .post28:36 Smarthomeblijdschap36:20 MWC-lichtpuntjes43:46 Onafhankelijke gamesites52:34 Ray-ban-beelden1:01:43 Apple-aankondigingen1:26:45 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we come to genealogies in the Bible, we usually treat them like the "Terms and Conditions" of a software update. We just scroll to the bottom. But Genesis 5 is far from boring. It is the highlight reel of humanity's true condition.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the relentless march of time in Genesis 5:1-32. We confront the reality of the "Time-Eater," the heavy exhaustion of the curse, and the profound hope found in the man who walked with God. Discover why we cannot outwork the curse and how the Last Adam offers us true rest.

Deze week praten Jelle Stuip, Arnoud Wokke, Friso Weijers en Dennis de Vries over Panasonic die stopt met tv's produceren, het vertrek van Phil Spencer bij Microsofts Xbox-divisie, testen voor laptopladers, cameratelefoons, de Samsung Galaxy S26-telefoons en telecombeurs MWC. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening0:38 .post28:43 Panasonic stopt met tv's produceren35:40 Phil Spencer weg bij Xbox, en nu?42:39 Protocollen voor het testen van laptopladers50:53 Project nieuwe telefoon57:15 Privacy Display is grootste vernieuwing in S261:35:02 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when three sci-fi-loving BookTubers sit down for a no-holds-barred, full-spoiler deep dive into one of the most ambitious indie breakouts of recent years?In this special Fantasy for the Ages roundtable, Jim is joined by Matt from Geaux Read Books and Derek from D&J's Epic Quest for a full spoiler discussion of Mushroom Blues: The Hofmann Report, Book 1 by Adrian M. Gibson. If you've already read the novel and want to unpack everything — the twists, the science, the character arcs, the philosophical implications, the ending — this is the episode for you.We dive into:

Genesis 4 moves us out of the perfect garden and into a reality that looks exactly like our own world today. It is a world filled with family arguments, technological leaps, and the crushing pressure to achieve.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the story of Cain and Abel to reveal the two paths of humanity. You are either walking the way of Cain by trying to earn your place, or you are in the line of Seth by calling on the name of the Lord. Discover why willpower cannot break the chains of sin and how to trade your "resume virtues" for true legacy.

We often picture the Fall as a simple fable, complete with a talking serpent and forbidden fruit. Yet Genesis 3 unfolds more like a war room, where the Creator storms the battlefield to confront a full-scale rebellion.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton delves into Genesis 3:8-24. Journey with us from the shattering of relationship to the First Gospel's bold Declaration of War. Uncover how the struggles in your marriage, the frustrations in your work, and the restlessness in your heart are all echoes of a cosmic battle already won by the woman's promised Seed.

Monday morning often feels less like a garden and more like a construction site. We feel a deep dissonance because something in the foundation of the world has fractured.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 3:1-7 to answer the haunting question: "What went wrong?" We trace the first deception, the decision to turn off God's "fences," and the exhaustion of trying to cover our own shame. Discover why the fig leaves we sew together can never truly cover us, and how God offers a better solution.

We celebrate the "self-made" man, but we rarely talk about the cost. If you make yourself, you have to sustain yourself. And that is a heavy burden to carry.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 2:1-25 to uncover the root cause of our exhaustion. We discover that we are tired because we are trying to play the role of God in our own lives. Learn how the Sabbath, God's boundaries, and true community offer the rest you have been searching for.

Harry Dresden has survived apocalypses.But surviving after one? That's another story entirely.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews The Dresden Files Book 18, Twelve Months by Jim Butcher — a novel that trades nonstop spectacle for something far more powerful: grief, healing, responsibility, and growth.Set in the year following the devastating Battle of Chicago, Twelve Months follows Harry Dresden as he struggles to process trauma, loss, guilt, and the weight of everything he's survived. This is a quieter Dresden book in some ways — but also one that meaningfully advances the overarching story, deepens relationships, and delivers a strong, satisfying climax.In this spoiler-lite review, Jim discusses:• Why Twelve Months may be some of Jim Butcher's best writing• How realistically the book handles grief, loss, and recovery• The evolving (and complicated) relationship between Harry Dresden and Lara Raith• Major story progression for the series as a whole• Why Harry Dresden remains one of fantasy's great long-form protagonists• Who will love this book, and who might struggle with its pacing or approachIf you're a longtime Dresden fan, this is an essential discussion. And if you've been waiting to see whether Twelve Months was worth the long wait since Battle Ground — this review is for you.

The culture tells us to "follow our hearts" and define our own truth. But what happens when our feelings contradict reality?In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton walks through Genesis 1:3-25 to show how God brings order out of chaos. We look at the "Fence" (boundaries), the "Design" (purpose), and the "Logic" (God's Word) that structure our world. Discover why trusting the Architect's design is safer than following your own desires.

In the beginning, God... but what does that actually mean for us today?In this first sermon of our new series at Central Baptist Church in Maysville, KY, Pastor Adam Burton dives into the very first sentences of the Bible (Genesis 1:1-2). We explore the profound implications of "The First Word" and what it tells us about the nature of God, the origin of the universe, and how order is brought out of chaos.If you have ever wondered about the origins of faith or why the creation story matters in the modern world, this message is the starting point.Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2In This Video:0:00 - Opening0:41 - Introduction: The Starbucks Mistake3:04 - The Myth of "Customizing" Your Truth5:02 - Point 1: God Owns Everything (Genesis 1:1)8:44 - Why We Need Boundaries (The Football Analogy)11:18 - Point 2: We Are Empty Without God (Genesis 1:2)14:08 - God Works Best in the Mess (Demo Day)16:54 - Point 3: The Spirit is Hovering Over Your Chaos24:50 - Conclusion: Trusting the Architect27:14 - Closing— STAY CONNECTED — Subscribe for more weekly sermons:  @cbcmaysville  Support this Ministry: https://cbcmaysville.com/giveVisit Website: https://cbcmaysville.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/cbcmaysvilleInstagram: https://instagram.com/centralbaptistmaysvilleX: https://x.com/cbcmaysville— ABOUT THIS SERIES — "Foundations" is a journey through Genesis 1-11, exploring the DNA of Creation. In these ancient texts, we find the blueprint for humanity, sin, redemption, and God's plan for the world.— ABOUT CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH — Central Baptist Church is a community of faith located in Maysville, KY, dedicated to sharing the gospel and building foundations on the Word of God.#Genesis #Creation #BibleStudy #Christianity #FoundationsSeries #MaysvilleKY #AdamBurton

Welcome to elite territory. In Part 4 of my Top 100 Sci-Fi Reads of All Time, we're counting down ranks 40 through 21 — books that represent the core of what science fiction can do.These are stories about power, intelligence, control, revolution, and the long-term consequences of human ambition. Civilizations rise and fall here. Artificial intelligences gain personalities. Revolutions begin. Futures pivot.At this point, rankings get especially painful — moving any of these feels wrong… and yet, choices must be made.If you've been following the series, you're not going to want to miss the finale. Be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Notification Bell.

Welcome to Part 2 of my Top 100 Sci-Fi Reads of All Time (2025 Edition), where we move into ranks 80 through 61 — the section where the list starts to feel dangerous.This tier is packed with dystopias, survival stories, space opera, monsters, conspiracies, and big ideas colliding with bad human decisions. Many of these books ranked higher last year but were pushed down as my sci-fi reading expanded. Others are brand-new arrivals making strong first impressions.These may not be my absolute favorites — but they're all books I'm glad I read.If you enjoy sci-fi rankings, genre history, and honest takes from a lifelong speculative fiction reader, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell so you're ready for what's next.

I've already updated my Top 100 Fantasy Reads for 2025 — horror included — but today it's time to give science fiction its moment in the spotlight. In Part 1 of my Top 100 Sci-Fi Reads of All Time, we're starting at the bottom of the list with ranks 100 through 81.These are foundational reads, cult favorites, classics, guilty pleasures, and a few books that may surprise you by even being on the list at all. Some are longtime staples that have slipped. Others are newer arrivals just finding their place. All of them helped shape my sci-fi reading journey.As always, this list is completely subjective, influenced by taste, timing, and yes — recency bias. But the truly great books tend to stick around year after year… even if they move.If you enjoy sci-fi book lists, thoughtful rankings, lighthearted commentary, and spirited debate, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Notification Bell so you don't miss the rest of the series.

Are you ready for God to show up and change your heart this Christmas?In this Advent sermon, Pastor Adam Burton shows how God invites ordinary people into His incredible plans and calls us to prepare our hearts for Jesus. Through the message of Malachi, we learn that when God comes near, He purifies us like a refiner's fire and leads us into true worship. This message helps us slow down, make room for Jesus, and let Him shape our hearts for a joyful and meaningful Christmas season. Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Malachi 3:1-4Series: Come & SeeSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement:⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠Podcasts⁠⁠⁠-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:30 - Introduction3:24 - God Promises a Messenger to Prepare the Way9:29 - God's Coming Brings Purification17:56 - God's Goal Is Worship That Pleases Him24:53 - Conclusion29:25 - Closing

Are you missing the joy God is offering you right now?In this sermon from Isaiah 12, Pastor Adam Burton shows how God turns our fear into joy and our gratitude into praise. You will learn how to remember God's faithfulness, trust Him with what's ahead, and draw fresh joy from His salvation every day. This message will help you slow down, give thanks, and truly celebrate that God is with you in every season.Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 12Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement:⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ApplePodcasts⁠⁠-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:37 - Introduction4:51 - Receive God's Salvation with Joy18:56 - Declare God's Goodness to Others33:43 - Conclusion38:45 - Closing

Are you wondering where God is when your heart feels dry and your faith feels weak?In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton shows how God invites us to come to Him with raw honesty when we feel distant or spiritually empty. Through Isaiah 63 and 64, we learn that God is our Father and Redeemer who meets us when we confess our need and surrender to His shaping work. Even in seasons that feel like breaking, God is forming something beautiful in us as we trust His loving hands.Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 63:15-19; 64:1-8Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:⁠Website⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠X⁠⁠YouTube⁠-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement: ⁠Spotify⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:32 - Introduction7:07 - When You Feel Distant, Cry Out Honestly14:18 - When You're Spiritually Hard, Confess Your Need 21:50 - When You Can't Fix Yourself, Surrender to the Potter26:58 - Conclusion34:13 - Closing

Is your view of God too small and keeping you from the help you desperately need?In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton shows how the Bible reveals a God who is both strong enough to rule and gentle enough to carry you. You do not have to choose between a powerful God or a caring God because He is both at the same time. Discover how Jesus meets you in your weakness, walks with you through struggles, and leads you with perfect strength and tender love.Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 9:6-7Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:WebsiteFacebookInstagramXYouTube-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement: SpotifyApple Podcasts-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:44 - Introduction6:15 - What Our Culture Is Selling17:28 - What He Provides24:50 - How It Changes Us28:13 - Conclusion34:19 - Closing

Join Jim as he welcomes two fantastic fellow BookTubers — Derek from D&J's Epic Quest and Matt from Geaux Read Books — for a full spoiler discussion of A Conspiracy of Ravens by Stephen Hubbard, the gripping first book in The Codex of Wretches & Kings series!This one dives deep — into the darkness, the betrayals, the power struggles, and the unforgettable characters that make this grim, intricate world so compelling. Expect theories, debate, laughter, and maybe even a little despair as we unpack the twists and revelations.If you've read A Conspiracy of Ravens, you won't want to miss this conversation. And if you haven't yet… consider this your warning: SPOILERS AHEAD!

Are you fighting battles you were never meant to carry?Jesus is the Wonderful Counselor who guides you when you feel lost and the Mighty God who fights for you when you're overwhelmed. In this message, Pastor Adam Burton shows how real peace and security come when we stop looking at our circumstances and start looking at Christ. Discover how to trust the One who walks on water and carries the weight you cannot.Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 9:6-7Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:WebsiteFacebookInstagramXYouTube-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement: SpotifyApple Podcasts-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:44 - Introduction6:15 - What Our Culture Is Selling17:28 - What He Provides24:50 - How It Changes Us28:13 - Conclusion34:19 - Closing

Are you carrying a battle that was never yours to fight?In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton shows how Jesus brings light into our darkest moments as our Wonderful Counselor and Mighty God. Jesus gives us the wisdom we don't have and the power we can't produce on our own. When we feel overwhelmed, He reminds us that the battle is not on our shoulders but on His. Central Baptist Church is located in the heart of Maysville, Kentucky. We invite you to join our community and explore our services and programs. For more information, visit our website at ⁠cbcmaysville.com⁠. If you're new or want to get connected, please fill out our digital connection card at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠cbcmaysville.com/connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:WebsiteFacebookInstagramXYouTube-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement: SpotifyApple Podcasts-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:40 - Introduction6:13 - We're Lost in Darkness13:23 - God Gives Us His King21:56 - His Kingdom Never Ends30:17 - Conclusion33:35 - Closing

Do you ever feel like you're facing life's challenges alone?In Isaiah 7:10-17, King Ahaz refuses God's offer of help, choosing instead to rely on his own plans. But even when we reject His help, God pursues us with an extraordinary promise: Immanuel—God with us. In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton unpacks how God doesn't just send help from heaven; He comes to be present with us in our struggles, our fears, and our weakness. At Central Baptist Church in Maysville, KY, we believe God's Word reveals that through Jesus Christ, we are never alone. This message will challenge you to recognize the places where you're trying to handle everything yourself and encourage you to experience the presence of God who entered our world to be with us.-------------------------Key Passage: Isaiah 7:10-17Series: Behold the Holy One: The Names & Titles of God in IsaiahSpeaker: Pastor Adam BurtonLocation: Central Baptist Church, Maysville, Kentucky-------------------------Connect with Us:WebsiteFacebookInstagramXYouTube-------------------------Subscribe for more biblical teaching and encouragement: SpotifyApple Podcasts-------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Opening0:43 - Introduction6:29 - We Refuse God's Help13:33 - God Gives Us Immanuel21:52 - How to Know God Is Here31:08 - Conclusion35:16 - Closing

Where do you turn when fear surrounds you?In Isaiah 37:14-20, King Hezekiah faces an impossible threat from a powerful enemy. Instead of panicking, he spreads the problem before the LORD and prays. In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton reveals how trusting the LORD of Hosts—the God who commands heaven's armies—gives us peace and confidence even when life feels out of control.At Central Baptist Church in Maysville, KY, we believe God's Word reminds us that He is greater than every fear we face. This message will encourage you to bring your worries before the Lord, rest in His power, and trust that the God who fought for His people still fights for you today.-------------------------

0:00 - Opening0:40 - Mike Introduction1:25 - Mike and Arik Catch Up2:40 - Being parents and time moving too fast6:20 - Arik's return To San Francisco10:20 - Should players have tributes?13:15 - Arik's revenge game. How should revenge be served?18:00 - OG's Report Card19:40 - Jaguars @ Niners Game Recap21:00 - What makes this Jaguars defense so special?24:20 - How a new coach affects culture25:25 - Liam Cohen and Robert Saleh exchange words27:20 - Jaguars shift in culture29:40 - How much does a slow start affect a team?32:00 - Jaxson Dart and the Giants trending upward35:00 - Richard Sherman's comments on Russell Wilson36:00 - Can you play your way out of the Hall of Fame?38:38 - SoFi pumping in crowd noise and loudest NFL Stadiums40:25 - Truck Drivers of the Week45:50 - Arik looks ahead to MNF against the Chiefs48:00 - BONUS SEGMENT Mike on the Mic About Third & Long:A weekly NFL masterclass, reimagined. Third and Long takes fans beyond the headlines with Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead and Super Bowl champion Michael Bennett. Each week, Arik and Mike break down the biggest moments from the Jaguars' season, grade performances, and offer raw, unfiltered insight into life in the league. From the trenches to the locker room, get the player's perspective on the NFL's highest-stakes action. #ThirdAndLong #ArikArmstead #MichaelBennett #Jaguars #NFL #NFLPodcast #Podcast #AthletePodcast #SportsPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when you truly encounter the holiness of God?In Isaiah 6:1-8, the prophet Isaiah has a vision of God's throne that changes everything. God's holiness exposes Isaiah's sin, but His grace brings cleansing and sends Isaiah into His mission. In this sermon, Pastor Adam Burton shows how encountering the Holy One moves us from conviction to cleansing to commission, and how that same grace transforms our lives today.At Central Baptist Church in Maysville, KY, we believe God's Word reveals both our deepest need and God's greatest gift. This message will help you see the majesty of God's holiness, the reality of your need, and the life-changing hope found in His grace through Jesus Christ.

Do you ever wonder why God put you here?In this sermon from Ephesians 2:8-10, Pastor Adam Burton unpacks how we are saved by grace through faith and created in Christ Jesus for good works. Discover how God gives us a purpose bigger than ourselves, one that brings meaning, direction, and impact to our everyday lives.At Central Baptist Church in Maysville, KY, we believe God made each of us for a reason. This message will inspire you to embrace God's gift of grace and walk confidently in the good works He has prepared for you.

Mira Grant's Newsflesh Trilogy is one of the most brilliant zombie apocalypse series ever written… but what about Feedback (2016), the so-called “Book 4”? In this spoiler-lite review, Jim (flying solo for Fantasy for the Ages) dives into this parallel tale that runs alongside the events of Feed.Does Feedback add anything compelling to the Newsflesh universe, or does it stumble under the weight of its own message? I'll share the book basics, a quick synopsis, and then my honest take—why I found it disappointing, and why I wouldn't recommend it to most fans. Still, there are a few reasons you might enjoy it, and I'll cover those too.Have you read Feedback? Do you agree with me—or did you find more to love in this installment? Let's discuss in the comments!