Podcasts about Ordinary People

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan talks about the third movement of the Exodus. God had led his people on an EXODUS OUT of slavery in Egypt. God had then led His people on an EXODUS THROUGH the wilderness where they had learned to trust in Him. Now God was leading them on the final movement; the EXODUS IN to the land promised to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob! Jesus breaks every stronghold, and every wall will fall in His powerful name!

Join the Tales From Hollywoodland crew as they celebrate the remarkable career of Robert Redford — legendary actor, Oscar-winning director, producer, and lifelong activist. From Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid to The Sting, Ordinary People, and the founding of Sundance, we explore Redford's impact on Hollywood, independent film, and social activism. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, […] The post Robert Redford: Celebrating a Hollywood Legend — Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast appeared first on The ESO Network.

Join the Tales From Hollywoodland crew as they celebrate the remarkable career of Robert Redford — legendary actor, Oscar-winning director, producer, and lifelong activist. From Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid to The Sting, Ordinary People, and the founding of Sundance, we explore Redford's impact on Hollywood, independent film, and social activism. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, career milestones, and why Robert Redford remains one of cinema's most influential icons. Join the crew as we uncover surprising stories, bold personalities, and the lasting legacy these moguls left on Hollywood history. Perfect for fans of classic cinema, film history, Hollywood legends, and anyone fascinated by the industry's most influential figures. We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at  talesfromhollywoodland@gmail.com and why not subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and wherever fine podcasts are found.  #RobertRedford #RedfordLegacy #HollywoodIcons #FilmIcon #ClassicCinema #OldHollywood #ModernHollywood #IndieFilmHistory #SundanceFounder #OscarWinner #FilmDirector #MovieHistory #CinemaLovers #PodcastEpisode #FilmPodcast #HollywoodStories #BehindTheScenes #FilmCommunity

Happiest of Thanksgivings, Vintage Sand fans, and welcome to Episode 63, our tribute to the incomparable and quietly brilliant Robert Redford. Consider this. If all the Sundance Kid had given us was a series of memorable and subtly complex performances as an actor in a career spanning half a century, that would have been enough to make him a critically important figure in Hollywood, particularly in that mini-Golden Age of the American New Wave of the 1970's. Had the only thing he given us was two masterpieces ("Ordinary People" and "Quiz Show") and his other often beautiful work as a director, that alone would make him a legend. Had the only thing he done was pave the way for the arrival of nearly every single great American film director of the last four decades through his work as the founder and inspiration behind the Sundance Film Festival, that would make him one of the towering figures in the history of American film. And had he focused his seemingly boundless energies exclusively on the best of social causes, such as climate issues and indigenous rights, in the quiet and unassuming way he did, that would be a cause for a celebration of his greatness. The fact that Robert Redford managed to do all of this and more during his lifetime, and with such an unerring sense of grace, cements his place as a foundational figure of modern American cinema. Team Vintage Sand takes the last line from one of his greatest performances, in 1972's "The Candidate", and uses it as the title of our tribute to him as we ponder the what American film will look like without him: What do we do now?

In a world that often measures worth by status, talent, and achievement, “Using Ordinary People” brings us back to the truth that God's Kingdom operates differently. He calls the unlikely. He equips the humble. He transforms the broken. And He takes what the world dismisses and turns it into a testimony of His power. Whether you feel unqualified, unseen, or unsure of your purpose, this message will remind you that God has always done His greatest work through people just like you.

Centering Song: Oh God We Call ACS 1075O God, we call, O God, we call,from deep inside we yearn,from deep inside we yearn,from deep inside we yearn for you.Readings and PsalmIsaiah 2:1-5, Psalm 122 & Luke 1:39-55

Neste episódio falamos sobre o novo livro do Dr. Pedro Afonso "(Quase) sempre online", da Principia / Fundação AJB; com especial foco nos problemas graves que tem origem no consumo de pxrnografi@; Comentamos os 4 filmes favoritos do Papa Leão XIV (It's a Wonderful Life (1946); The Sound of Music (1965); Ordinary People (1980); Life Is Beautiful (1997));Comentamos um filme da Disney que é surpreendentemente interessante e tecnicamente muito bom (O Planeta do Tesouro (2002))Finalmente, falamos de forma muito breve sobre um assunto que merece mais reflexão e análise no futuro que são os novos movimentos que se afirmam de direita, provavelmente para se apoiar no entusiasmo recente por este espaço político mas que, bem análisados, têm pouco de conservador e ainda menos de profundo. Analisamos dois exemplos ilustrativos destes movimentos de "woke right" que nos recordam o método da teoria crítica e a agressividade woke: Nick Fuentes, no espaço anglo saxonico, e um grupo em Portugal

Fedja Porobic byggde sin första e-handel som 20-åring och har sedan dess hjälpt varumärken som Under Your Skin, Mockberg och Västerbottensåpa att växa och i vissa fall bli 100-miljonersbolag. I det här avsnittet delar han sina personliga insikter – sina bästa tips för framgång, entreprenörskap, hälsa och livet. Lyssna direkt så får du Fedjas svar på: – Vad alla framgångsrika människor han mött har gemensamt – Den bästa investering han gjort – Vad han hoppas att det ska stå på hans gravsten – Vilket citat han försöker leva efter – Vilket budskap han hade skickat ut till alla människor i världen – Hans bästa boktips för entreprenörer – De viktigaste vanorna för att bli en bättre ledare och människa – Hur hans morgonrutin ser ut – Vad han skulle starta om han fick 50 miljoner att bygga ett nytt bolag med – Och de tre–fem råd han tycker är viktigast för att lyckas som entreprenör Du hajar – detta vill du höra direkt! I Ordinary People who do Badass Things berättar Sveriges främsta entreprenörer hur de gått från vanliga liv till att skapa landets häftigaste företag och varumärken. Programledare är entreprenören och författaren Gustaf Oscarson. Alla avsnitt och intervjuer på www.driva-eget.se. Ordinary People who do Badass Things ges ut av We are Business Nordic AB. Vi samlar och skapar världens bästa kunskap, verktyg, inspiration och nätverk inom företagande. Häng med!

Join host Arlenys Buckelew and special guest Jenna Ellis for a heartfelt Thanksgiving special of Ordinary People with Extraordinary Lives. In this episode, they explore the true meaning of gratitude through a biblical lens— how faith, scripture, and thankfulness intersect in every season of life.Learn about the origins of Thanksgiving, practical ways to cultivate a grateful heart, and how to remain thankful through trials and hardship. Jenna shares personal stories, family traditions, and scriptural truths that reveal how God uses gratitude to transform our hearts and anchor our faith.Whether you're celebrating with family, walking through challenges, or simply seeking encouragement, this Christ-centered conversation will fill your heart with hope, joy, and biblical truth.

Med över 15 års erfarenhet av digital handel har Fedja Porobic byggt flera av Sveriges snabbast växande D2C-varumärken (Under Your Skin, Mockberg, Zoo.se och Västerbottensåpa) – från några miljoner till över 100 miljoner i omsättning. I det här avsnittet går han igenom sina viktigaste growth-principer och hur han arbetar med tillväxt på riktigt. Fedja delar bland annat: – Hur growth hacking fungerar i praktiken – och varför det handlar om process, inte tricks – Hur man hittar sin North Star Metric och undviker att jaga fel siffror – Hur man bygger upp ett D2C-brand med noll budget – med ett konkret exempel – Vilka growth-aktiviteter som ger störst effekt men som nästan ingen e-handlare gör – Hans bästa tips kring betald marknadsföring och hur han jobbar med Meta och influencers – Vad som krävs för att skala svenska varumärken internationellt – Hur han skulle bygga en ny “growth-maskin” från dag ett – Och vad han tror blir nästa stora skifte inom e-handel och brand building För alla som vill skapa tillväxt på riktigt – det här är ett praktiskt och extremt konkret avsnitt.   I Ordinary People who do Badass Things berättar Sveriges främsta entreprenörer hur de gått från vanliga liv till att skapa landets häftigaste företag och varumärken. Programledare är entreprenören och författaren Gustaf Oscarson. Alla avsnitt och intervjuer på www.driva-eget.se. Ordinary People who do Badass Things ges ut av We are Business Nordic AB. Vi samlar och skapar världens bästa kunskap, verktyg, inspiration och nätverk inom företagande. Häng med!

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan talks about Daniel who has lived through three administrations and two kingdoms and remained true to the True and Living God through it all. God is still on His throne, and we, like Daniel, must remain faithful to Him as He works His will to the end of days in the midst of temporary earthly kingdoms!

Fedja Porobic kom till Sverige från Jugoslavien som barn och växte upp med föräldrar som blev hans största förebilder i drivkraft och uthållighet. Idag har han blivit en av Sveriges mest inflytelserika e-handelsbyggare, med flera resor från “några miljoner till 100+ miljoner” bakom sig – i bolag som Under Your Skin, Mockberg, Zoo.se och Västerbottensåpa.  Men Fedja har också fått cancer och optimerat sin kropp för att överleva och må bättre än någonsin – något vi pratar mycket om i avsnittet. I det här avsnittet delar Fedja bland annat: – Hur hans bakgrund format hans sätt att bygga företag och leda team – Hur cancerdiagnosen gav honom ett nytt perspektiv på arbetsliv, hälsa och tempo – Hans långa resa och hacks för att optimera sin hälsa – Vilka mönster han alltid ser när ett bolag börjar ta fart – oavsett bransch – Vad han lärt sig av att investera i och bygga bolag med kvinnliga entreprenörer – Varför influencer marketing är helt avgörande i kategorier som riktar sig till kvinnor – De tre principer han alltid skulle ta med sig om han startade om – Och hans viktigaste råd till entreprenörer som vill bygga långsiktiga, lönsamma bolag En stark och ärlig berättelse om motstånd, driv och att skapa tillväxt under lång tid – missa inte detta. I Ordinary People who do Badass Things berättar Sveriges främsta entreprenörer hur de gått från vanliga liv till att skapa landets häftigaste företag och varumärken. Programledare är entreprenören och författaren Gustaf Oscarson. Alla avsnitt och intervjuer på www.driva-eget.se. Ordinary People who do Badass Things ges ut av We are Business Nordic AB. Vi samlar och skapar världens bästa kunskap, verktyg, inspiration och nätverk inom företagande. Häng med!

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On November 16, 2025, Pastor Michael Brunzo concluded the message "Ordinary People with Extraordinary Faith" with part 5, to the congregation at Faith Fellowship Church. Be blessed as you listen to this message based in Hebrews chapter 11.

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This sermon was preached by Tim Lambros on November 16th, 2025.

When most folks think about the Old West, they almost immediately envision daring lawmen and bloodthirsty outlaws. But did you know that the frontier was filled with ordinary people who also lived truly extraordinary lives? Today, we'll shine a light on four such characters. First up is the legendary fur trapper, James Beckwourth. Born a slave, Beckwourth trapped beaver with Kit Carson and Jim Bridger, fought battles from Florida to Montana, and rose to become a leader of the Crow Nation, only to meet a mysterious end in the wilderness. Next, we'll turn to William Bigfoot Wallace, a Texas giant who survived a Mexican prison, battled Comanche warriors, and helped shape Texas history from the Revolution all the way to the dawn of the automobile. But was Bigfoot Wallace truly a hero, or is there a darker side to his legend? I'll also share my personal take on mixing history and politics, no holds barred. After that, we follow buffalo hunter and frontier scout, Billy Dixon. Outnumbered 20 to 1 at Adobe Walls, Dixon made the shot of the century, dropping a mounted warrior from nearly 1,500 yards with a Sharps rifle. He went on to become one of only eight civilians in U.S. history to receive the Medal of Honor for heroism under fire. Finally, meet the one and only Stagecoach Mary Fields, born a slave but remembered as one of the wildest (and toughest) women in the Old West. Stagecoach Mary drank hard, fought harder, and conquered everything from Montana blizzards to packs of wolves, yet she still found time to hand out candy and babysit the local kids, including one who'd become a Hollywood legend.   Legends & Outlaws Calendar! https://wildwestcalendar.com/   Merch! https://wildwestextramerch.com/   Buy Me A Coffee!  https://buymeacoffee.com/wildwest   Check out the website! https://www.wildwestextra.com/   Email me! https://www.wildwestextra.com/contact/   Free Newsletter! https://wildwestjosh.substack.com/   Join Patreon for ad-free bonus content! https://www.patreon.com/wildwestextra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan teaches about one of the greatest thanksgiving feasts ever; when a dinner was held in Jesus' honor for raising Lazarus from death to life! In this story we see how three very different people expressed their pure thanksgiving to God for His great gift! When our Thanksgiving is "dulled" in "the land of PLENTY", God can sharpen us back up when we give THANKS to Him for His great gifts!

What the world calls ordinary or even unclean, Jesus can make extraordinarily powerful. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at http://linktr.ee/craigtowens  ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

In this episode of Darnley's Cyber Café, Darnley exposes how everyday people around the world are unknowingly helping hackers infiltrate global companies. We break down fake remote job scams, identity laundering, and the red flags that businesses and individuals need to watch for. Learn how cybercriminals recruit ordinary citizens, why these schemes are growing, and what you can do to stay protected.Tune in now — you don't want to miss this one.Click here to send future episode recommendationSupport the showSubscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

On November 16, 2025, Pastor Michael Brunzo continued the message "Ordinary People with Extraordinary Faith" with part 4, to the congregation at Faith Fellowship Church. Be blessed as you listen to this message based in Hebrews chapter 11.

Send us a textMike Schmid, along with his wife Lorelai, ministered to countless service people over the years. They were on Navigator Staff and he was a pilot for the USAF. Hear how we, as ordinary people, can be used of God to minister to a wounded and lost world.The previous podcasts with Mike were episodes 243, 247, 248 and 249. Mike went home to be with the Lord in March 2024.  Download his free handout here to follow along with the message.

PJ hears that people in Midleton and other flood-prone areas do not get flood information given to council officials, talks to more people about plans for an incinerator, gets his brain hacked by Keith Barry. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caroline is Secretary of the Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group. Yet she learned of a flood advisory from Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather on X. She tells PJ this isn't right! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday, the government unveiled its new housing plan, promising a minimum of 300,000 new homes to be built by 2030.However, Sinn Féin has criticised the plan, with the party's housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin saying that it was written for “big developers to benefit their private interests” and that “families have once again been ignored”.Mr. Ó Broin and Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, John Cummins, spoke to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan shares one of the central stories of the Bible, the great Exodus of God's people from slavery in Egypt! In this story, we come to know that there is an inner slavery that only a new and better Moses, Jesus, can truly set us free from!

Abby is joined by Carlee Alm-LaBar, the chief of staff for Strong Towns, and John Reuter, advisory board member for Strong Towns. They discuss several stories of people across the country taking action to make their communities better, from building houses to painting curbs. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES It's Member Week at Strong Towns! Join the movement today! Read more: Strong Towns San Diego - Curb Chalking Monte Anderson - Roommate House Strong Towns Langley - Baffle Gates Strong Towns Blono - Design Charette Strong Towns Nanaimo - Eliminating Parking Mandates Abby Newsham (X/Twitter) Theme Music by Kemet the Phantom.

When Pastor John Funnell arrived at Noddfa Church, in one of the poorest valleys in Wales, only six elderly members remained. He expected to quietly lead them until the church closed—but God had other plans. Through prayer, risk, and persistence, those six believers have become a thriving congregation of more than 300 people, sparking a modern revival movement. In this episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, John shares how revival started in a forgotten community—and what it really takes to experience a spiritual awakening. From repentance and renewal to the challenges of explosive growth, his story is a front-row seat to what God is doing in post-Christian Europe. If you've ever longed to see revival in your life, or wondered how to prepare for the next great move of God, this conversation will inspire you to keep moving forward. Watch this week's episode on YouTube here.

In our Species 1995 Movie Review, we drop you straight back into the chaotic brilliance of mid-90s cinema, where practical effects, erotic sci-fi horror and unapologetic B-grade madness collided to create something truly unforgettable. In this episode of Born to Watch, Whitey, Gow, and Damo go deep into the 1995 creature flick that defined many a teenage boy's movie-going experience. They unpack the film from top to bottom, celebrating the nostalgia, questioning the logic and laughing at the sheer absurdity that made Species a cult classic.Whitey kicks things off by reminding us that the nineties were the final analog decade. Plans were made by phone, movie rumours spread by word of mouth, photos were printed, and mystery still existed. Out of that world came an alien seductress named Sil, played by Natasha Henstridge in her unforgettable debut. The boys discuss how this “erotic sci-fi horror” served as the perfect storm of schlock, suspense, and snorbery, with a surprising amount of A-grade pedigree hiding behind the B-grade sheen.The crew swap first-watch stories, revealing who saw it at the movies, who wore out the VHS and who had only seen the, let's say, memorable scenes on repeat. They break down the cast, including a peak Michael Madsen showing maximum smoulder, Ben Kingsley collecting a paycheck, Forest Whitaker feeling everything as an empath, and Alfred Molina delivering one of the most gloriously stupid character decisions ever put on screen.From there, the episode dives into Species' glaring logical gaps. The boys question how a creature only days old can understand cars, language, currency, sex, and self-sacrifice. They rip into the nightclub bathroom scene, which was somehow empty, the world's cleanest train conductor uniform, the magically perfect self haircut, and that spectacularly unconvincing fake-death scene, which makes no sense. Add an oil reservoir under Los Angeles, a fireball that should still be burning today and a final sewer showdown straight out of Aliens, and you have a recipe for pure nineties chaos.The team also digs into production trivia. Henstridge's big break as a 19-year-old model, Madsen's reluctance toward violent roles, HR Giger's sexualised creature design and the film's surprising success at the box office. The boys even cover Species' most prestigious accolade, the 1996 MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss, complete with an on-stage pash and a very unimpressed boyfriend watching on.As always, the gang wrap things up with The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, Snorbs Report, Ordinary People and Question Time, where the dumb decisions of this film truly shine. Was Spa Man the dumbest man alive? Would anyone ever leave a hot tub to answer the phone? Do diabetics get a raw deal in this movie? Why does Sil's intelligence fluctuate depending on what the script requires? It is all here, and it is all hilarious.This Species 1995 Movie Review is full of nostalgia, stupidity and sci-fi sleaze, but above all, it is pure Born to Watch. Strap in for '90s madness, a whole lot of snobs chat, and plenty of laughs as the boys relive one of the most chaotic creature features ever made.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs Species the most outrageous sci-fi horror of the '90s, or just the most unforgettable?Did Natasha Henstridge redefine the term B-grade icon?Would you have survived Sill's mating spree, or ended up like poor Rapey Robbie?Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or at BornToWatch.com.auDo us a favour: hit follow and drop a five-star review. It helps the show more than you know.#BornToWatch #Species1996 #MoviePodcast #SciFiHorror #90sMovies #NatashaHenstridge #MichaelMadsen #HRGiger #FilmReview #CultClassic

On November 9, 2025, Pastor Michael Brunzo continued the message "Ordinary People with Extraordinary Faith" with part 3, to the congregation at Faith Fellowship Church. Be blessed as you listen to this message based in Hebrews chapter 11.

Jack sits down with Elizabeth Minnich, moral philosopher and author, to explore a haunting and urgent question: How is it that ordinary people can commit extraordinary evil? Together, they unpack Minnich's idea of the evil of banality, a subtle, everyday corruption of thought and conscience that allows atrocities to unfold, and consider what it means for our moral lives today.

In this message from Everyday Mission, we watch the church scatter under persecution and discover that this isn't a setback at all — it's the strategy of God. In Acts 8:1–8, the Holy Spirit moves Jesus' mission forward through everyday people and sends them to overlooked people, fulfilling the promise Jesus made in Acts 1:8. Philip, an ordinary servant, becomes a bold witness in Samaria, showing that the mission doesn't advance through the elite but through Spirit-filled believers willing to speak about the work of Christ in their own lives. God uses ordinary people to bring extraordinary joy to unexpected places.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

On the Saturday November 8, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet John Irving, an American-Canadian novelist and screenwriter. He achieved critical and popular acclaim after the international success of the 1978 novel “The World According to Garp.” He is an Academy Award winner whose other work includes “The Cider House Rules,” “A Prayer for Owen Meany” and “Avenue of Mysteries.” Today we talk about his new novel “Queen Ester.” Then we get to know celebrated actress, writer, and musician Elizabeth McGovern. You have seen her in her Academy Award-nominated role in “Ragtime,” and in iconic films like “Ordinary People” and “Once Upon a Time in America.” Her portrayal of Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham, helped make “Downton Abbey” a global phenomenon. Today we’re talking about “Ava: The Secret Conversations,” which she wrote and stars in as Hollywood icon Ava Gardner. It is a poignant play about Hollywood legend Ava Gardner, which she’s brought to life in London, New York, Chicago and now in Toronto at the CAA Theatre in Toronto.

On the Saturday November 8, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet John Irving, an American-Canadian novelist and screenwriter. He achieved critical and popular acclaim after the international success of the 1978 novel “The World According to Garp.” He is an Academy Award winner whose other work includes “The Cider House Rules,” “A Prayer for Owen Meany” and “Avenue of Mysteries.” Today we talk about his new novel “Queen Ester.” Then we get to know celebrated actress, writer, and musician Elizabeth McGovern. You have seen her in her Academy Award-nominated role in “Ragtime,” and in iconic films like “Ordinary People” and “Once Upon a Time in America.” Her portrayal of Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham, helped make “Downton Abbey” a global phenomenon. Today we're talking about “Ava: The Secret Conversations,” which she wrote and stars in as Hollywood icon Ava Gardner. It is a poignant play about Hollywood legend Ava Gardner, which she's brought to life in London, New York, Chicago and now in Toronto at the CAA Theatre in Toronto.

Send us a textMike Schmid, along with his wife Lorelai, ministered to countless service people over the years. They were on Navigator Staff and he was a pilot for the USAF. Hear how we, as ordinary people, can be used of God to minister to a wounded and lost world.The previous podcasts with Mike were episodes 243, 247, 248 and 249. Mike went home to be with the Lord in March 2024.  Download his free handout here to follow along with the message.

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan discusses honoring God in the midst of the kingdoms of this world with the knowledge that one day every Kingdom and power in this world will become the Kingdom of Jesus!

On October 26, 2025, Pastor Michael Brunzo continued the message "Ordinary People With Extraordinary Faith" with part 2, to the congregation at Faith Fellowship Church. Be blessed as you listen.

So, where does God keep what is most valuable? It's not in some sort of a safe that is in heaven. It's not under lock and key. It's not something that is hidden behind guard. It's not something that He has security systems for to make sure that no one would come and mess with what's most valuable to Him. God has placed what is most valuable to him — the truth of the gospel — in those who have accepted that truth. GOD LOVES TO USE THE ORDINARY. GOD LOVES TO GIVE UNCOMMON USE TO WHAT IS COMMON.

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On October 19, 2025, Pastor Michael Brunzo delivered the message "Ordinary People with Extraordinary Faith" to the congregation at Faith Fellowship Church. Be blessed as you listen.

This morning, Rabbi Bernath explored one of the most misunderstood heroes in Torah, Noach. While the Torah calls him a tzaddik, some sages question whether he was truly righteous or simply better than those around him. Why would our tradition, which praises kindness and humility, seem to downplay the one man who saved humanity?Drawing on a 1964 teaching from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Bernath reframed the question: the Sages weren't diminishing Noach, they were elevating him. Noach wasn't perfect. He doubted. He hesitated. He stumbled. But he built an ark anyway. And that's precisely why he's the hero for the rest of us, for the ordinary, flawed people who still try to do good in a noisy, cynical world.Noach reminds us that you don't need to be Abraham or Moses to make a difference. You just need to build your ark, an island of sanity, compassion, and moral courage, right where you are.Key Takeaways:Imperfect Righteousness Is Still Righteousness. The Torah's praise of Noach is not about spiritual perfection, but about moral persistence. Doing good in a corrupt world is itself greatness.The Power of Ordinary People. Noach's story teaches that world-changing moments often come from those who don't feel extraordinary, just steady souls who keep showing up.Struggle Is Part of the Journey. Unlike “cookie-cutter” saints, real people wrestle with doubt, temptation, and fatigue. Noach's humanity is his heroism.Build Your Ark. In a world flooded with noise and confusion, our job is to create spaces of kindness, faith, and integrity, shelters of light in turbulent waters.Every Small Act Matters. Like the girl tossing starfish back into the sea, we can't save the whole world, but we can change someone's world.Sign up for "The Forgiveness Lab" HERE: theloverabbi.com/eventsSupport the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi

Send us a textThis morning, Rabbi Bernath explored one of the most misunderstood heroes in Torah, Noach. While the Torah calls him a tzaddik, some sages question whether he was truly righteous or simply better than those around him. Why would our tradition, which praises kindness and humility, seem to downplay the one man who saved humanity?Drawing on a 1964 teaching from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Bernath reframed the question: the Sages weren't diminishing Noach, they were elevating him. Noach wasn't perfect. He doubted. He hesitated. He stumbled. But he built an ark anyway. And that's precisely why he's the hero for the rest of us, for the ordinary, flawed people who still try to do good in a noisy, cynical world.Noach reminds us that you don't need to be Abraham or Moses to make a difference. You just need to build your ark, an island of sanity, compassion, and moral courage, right where you are.Key Takeaways:Imperfect Righteousness Is Still Righteousness. The Torah's praise of Noach is not about spiritual perfection, but about moral persistence. Doing good in a corrupt world is itself greatness.The Power of Ordinary People. Noach's story teaches that world-changing moments often come from those who don't feel extraordinary, just steady souls who keep showing up.Struggle Is Part of the Journey. Unlike “cookie-cutter” saints, real people wrestle with doubt, temptation, and fatigue. Noach's humanity is his heroism.Build Your Ark. In a world flooded with noise and confusion, our job is to create spaces of kindness, faith, and integrity, shelters of light in turbulent waters.Every Small Act Matters. Like the girl tossing starfish back into the sea, we can't save the whole world, but we can change someone's world.Sign up for "The Forgiveness Lab" HERE: theloverabbi.com/eventsSupport the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan discusses two ordinary men, Paul and Silas, who were led by the Holy Spirit in a variety of WEIRD WAYS! Closed and opened doors, women by a river, public beatings and incarceration until they finally PRAISE those prison doors off of their hinges! God's will doesn't always look like we think it should, but that DOES NOT MEAN that God isn't in it, even when we feel very, very lost!

After deliverance came celebration, and faithful servants helped preserve the story. God uses ordinary people who say yes to extraordinary causes for His glory.

After deliverance came celebration, and faithful servants helped preserve the story. God uses ordinary people who say yes to extraordinary causes for His glory.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint walks us through Luke 9:1–9. Jesus commissions the twelve with his own authority to heal and cast out demons, showing that their ministry flows from his power, not their own. He instructs them to travel light and depend entirely on God's provision, teaching them trust and humility in service. As they go proclaiming his name and kingdom, even rulers like Herod take notice—reminding us that Christ's mission advances through ordinary people empowered and sustained by him.

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What if autoimmune disease wasn't permanent—but something your body could actually overcome?In this Better Health Bookshelf episode, Mike Capuzzi talks with Casey Hibbard, author of Overcoming Autoimmunity: Real Recoveries and What You Can Learn from Them. Casey is the founder of Rebuilding My Health, where she shares powerful, real-life stories of people who have healed from autoimmune disease using natural and functional medicine approaches.You'll hear how Casey and others reversed their health challenges by identifying root causes, improving gut health, reducing toxins, and transforming their mindset. This episode is packed with encouragement and practical wisdom for anyone ready to start reversing autoimmune disorders naturally and live with more energy and confidence.Press play to hear how ordinary people are finding lasting relief from autoimmune disease and how you can too.Click here to buy Overcoming Autoimmunity: Real Recoveries and What You Can Learn from Them.

This week on “Jesuitical,” Ashley and Zac speak with Sam Sawyer, S.J., president and editor in chief of America Magazine, to discuss the recent controversy surrounding Cardinal Blase Cupich's decision to present Senator Dick Durbin with a “lifetime achievement award” for his work in defense of migrants. Ashley, Zac and Sam discuss: - Senator Durbin's decision to decline the award in the face of mounting controversy - How the “consistent ethic of life” should shape Catholic political engagement - Pope Leo's surprising, yet pragmatic, response to the situation In “As One Friend Speaks to Another,” Zac and Ashley sit down with Jim Martin, S.J., and Joe Hoover, S.J., to talk about the late Robert Redford's Oscar-winning film, “Ordinary People.” Links for further reading:  - Sen. Durbin declines lifetime achievement award after backlash for pro-choice position - Pope Leo weighs in on controversy over Cardinal Cupich giving Sen. Durbin immigration award - Chicago archdiocese's plan to award Senator Durbin for immigration work meets pushback over abortion - Remembering Robert Redford and ‘Ordinary People,' his devastating, nearly perfect film You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices