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In this message, Adrian Rogers reveals the priority of peacemaking and the hope of reconciliation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/135/29
Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on Homecoming Sunday, September 14, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28, Psalm 14, Paul's First Letter to Timothy 1:12-17 and Luke 15:1-10. Watch the sermon on YouTube. A powerful sermon addressing a great dilemma at this point in time: What kind of example do you want to be? Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
In this episode of The Horn, marking Crisis Group's 30th anniversary, Alan Boswell speaks with president & CEO Comfort Ero about how the landscape of peacemaking has evolved since the organisation's founding in 1995. They trace how the environment for conflict resolution has shifted from the aftermath of the war in Bosnia to today's challenges, amid a second Trump presidency and an unravelling global order. They then turn to Africa, examining how leaders on the continent perceive the erosion of Western dominance and the obstacles facing efforts to resolve regional conflicts. They also discuss how the war in Sudan illustrates the difficulties of peacemaking amid a fragmenting world. Finally, they discuss the future of peacemaking amid these headwinds. For more, check out the last The Horn Episode with Comfort “Africa in a World between Orders” as well as our Africa and Multilateral Diplomacy pages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sermon by Thomas Diaz at 10:00 a.m. on CYF Kickoff Sunday, September 7, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Jeremiah 18:1-11, Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17, Paul's Letter to Philemon 1-21 and Luke 14:25-33. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Jesse Nickel of Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, B.C., published a compelling book last year about how Jesus' ministry and presentation of the Kingdom of God contrast with human understandings of power (A Revolutionary Jesus: Violence and Peacemaking in the Kingdom of God, Fortress Press, 2024). He talks with host Bill Fledderus about the challenge we face to understand shalom is at the heart of Jesus' teachings and life. His book is A Revolutionary Jesus: Violence and Peacemaking in the Kingdom of God (Fortress Press, 2024). His page at Columbia Bible College https://columbiabc.edu/instructor/jesse-nickel/ Instagram: @jesse_p_nickel Facebook: @Jesse Nickel
Pastor Christy Cass As we close the Made to Garden series, this message reminds us that fear doesn't have to drive us into hiding. From Genesis 3, we see the first humans cover themselves with fig leaves and hide when shame and fear entered the story. Yet God's response wasn't condemnation—it was an invitation: “Where are you?” Supporting Scriptures: Genesis 3:1–10, Proverbs 8:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 3:20, 1 Corinthians 10:13 Big Idea: God doesn't yell from the fence line—He walks into the garden. He comes close. The invitation is to step out of hiding, trade fear for trust, and walk with Him in the open. Key Themes & Takeaways: There are two fears in the garden: Fear that hides from God (shame, paralysis, people-pleasing). Fear of the Lord (holy awe that leads to trust and obedience). Alignment with God happens in head (truth), heart (desires), and hands (obedience). Obedience is our “yes.” Outcomes are His responsibility. Practical Steps to Live Fearless: Generosity & Hospitality → move from closed hands to open tables. Courageous Witness → everyday invitations, bold in love. Peacemaking → have hard conversations with truth and grace. Creativity & Resilience → choose fresh hope over cynicism. Community & Correction → walk together, not in isolation. Work & Integrity → live honest and excellent before God and others. Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #MadeToGarden #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching
The journey through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-16 reveals a radical call to live differently from the world. From the very beginning, God's desire has been for His people to be set apart, not conforming to the patterns of those around them. This call to distinctiveness is not about outward appearances or mere religious activity, but about a deep, inner transformation that begins with recognizing our spiritual poverty. When we acknowledge our need for God, we open ourselves to His kingdom and His rule in our lives.This path continues as we mourn our sinfulness, coming to a genuine realization of our brokenness and need for grace. Such mourning leads to meekness—a full yielding of our will to God, much like a well-trained horse that surrenders to its rider. This surrender is not weakness, but strength under control, directed by the Master. As we yield, a hunger and thirst for righteousness grows within us, a longing to please God and live according to His standards rather than our own desires.Mercy then flows from a heart that has received mercy. Instead of judgment, we extend compassion, remembering our own journey and longing for others to experience the same freedom. Purity of heart follows—a single-minded devotion to God, free from hypocrisy and pretense. Even as we strive for this purity, honesty about our struggles keeps us humble and real.Peacemaking becomes a natural outflow of this transformed life, as we live in the peace Christ brings and seek to reconcile others to Him. Yet, living this way often brings persecution. When we no longer fit into the world's mold, our changed lives can provoke resistance, even from those closest to us. But this is a mark of true discipleship.Jesus calls us salt and light. Salt preserves and flavors, but it also stings when it touches a wound—our lives may prick the consciences of those around us. Light exposes and guides, and we are not to hide it out of fear or shame. Instead, we are to let our light shine, openly living out our faith so that others may see and glorify God. The challenge is clear: Is there a visible difference in our lives? Are we salty? Is our light on? May we have the courage to live out this calling, empowered by Christ within us.
Cultivating a Heart of Humility, Mercy, and Peacemaking
Sermon by Mark Chase at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16, Psalm 112 and Luke 14:1, 7-14. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
In the past week alone there has been an FBI raid on John Bolton's home and a threat to investigate former New Jersey governor Chris Christie due to his criticism of Trump. Every day there are new indicators to suggest the US is rapidly descending into dictatorship, with the President using the power of his office for his own ends. How can Americans stop this momentum? Andrew and Rudyard then turn to Canada's ongoing trade war with the US. Mark Carney's repeated attempts at being a reasonable interlocutor engaging in good faith negotiations is met with provocation from the US President. Andrew suggests the PM try to manage chaos and stall for time instead of trying to reach a deal. This is a problem that shouldn't be solved; it should be managed. In the final moments of the show Andrew and Rudyard talk about Carney's visit to Ukraine and his offer to send Canadian troops as part of a future security guarantee. Is it time for Canada to accept its defense limitations and its inability to act as the peacemaker it has always aspired to be? Or should we welcome this offer as an opportunity to fulfill our long neglected NATO obligations?
Sermon by Sarah Nolan at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Isaiah 58:9b-14, Psalm 103:1-8 and Luke 13:10-17. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
This week, President Donald Trump claimed he's ended six — or maybe even seven — wars. But his efforts to bring about peace in Ukraine, three years after Russia's invasion, appear stalled.Guest host Cleve Wootson speaks with White House reporter Cat Zakrzewski and White House correspondent Michael Birnbaum about the latest in the negotiations with Russia and Ukraine, and they fact-check Trump's peacemaking record. Plus, how Trump talks about the success of his federal takeover of the D.C. police force, and why the FBI is searching properties related to the former Trump national security adviser John Bolton.Today's show was produced by Arjun Singh. It was edited by Laura Benshoff and mixed by Sean Carter. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.
Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80:1-2, 8:18 and Luke 12:49-56. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
An unprecedented meeting of world leaders follows a breakthrough with Putin in just days. Peacemaking—is it a leadership skill or something else? And a crime crackdown in a crime-riddled DC is getting a lot of pushback, but is it working? We hear from locals and look at stats.
In today's episode, John Solomon analyzes the significant geopolitical developments as nine European leaders meet with President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss potential peace solutions for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Join John as he unpacks the implications of NATO's recent statements and the security guarantees proposed by Vladimir Putin. He also delves into the current state of security in Washington D.C. with insights from experts Fred Fleitz, John Lott, and Dr. John Eastman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Anyone who has been serving as a missionary for very long knows that missionaries disagree on many issues from time to time! We even find disagreements in the pages of the book of Acts. Listen in as we share 4 biblical principles to apply when we disagree with coworkers, and some practical tips we have learned over the years as well.
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In this episode, we immerse ourselves in the transformative practice of affect labeling and emotional competency with lawyer and peacemaker Doug Noll. We examine why listening to emotions (not just words) is a powerful tool for de-escalating conflict, building stronger connections, and creating lasting change in even the most challenging environments. Through Doug's compelling stories and actionable frameworks, we learn how to navigate high-stakes conversations and foster empathy in our personal and professional lives. Join us as we unlock the science and strategies behind mastering emotional awareness for truly effective communication.Timestamps: (00:05) - Introducing Doug Noll, lawyer turned peacemaker and affect labeling expert.(03:21) - The power of listening to emotions, not words.(08:07) - Doug shares a transformative mediation story using affect labeling.(12:21) - The effectiveness and nuances of affect labeling.(16:08) - Avoid “I” statements and best practices for labeling emotions.(23:40) - Distinction between emotional intelligence and emotional competency.(34:31) - Seven layers of emotions and how to build an emotional database.(40:20) - Affect, cultural influence on emotions, and related neuroscience.(51:40) - Using the “Buddha bubble” and trigger worksheets to maintain composure.(56:08) - How humans evolved to read emotions and how to strengthen this skill.Links and Resources:Douglas Noll | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougnoll/Douglas E. Noll - https://dougnoll.com/Sponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media
Sermon by Jonathan Stoner at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Genesis 15:1-6, Psalm 33:12-22, Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 and Luke 12:32-40. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Read the sermon text here. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
God made peace - so must you!
Sermon by Mark Chase at 10:00 a.m. on Mary Magdalene Sunday, July 27, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: II Corinthians 16:1-16, Psalm 42:1-7 and John 20:11-18. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Colossians 3:1-11, Psalm 49:1-11 and Luke 12:13-21. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
A discussion about security as U.S. health care gets cut to fund the most gargantuan border enforcement bill ever passed. How do we create a counterforce to this?Why is it that when the word “security” is uttered, all thought and analysis go out the window? This is especially the case when people talk about “border security.” In this podcast, however, Border Chronicle founders Melissa del Bosque and Todd Miller put on their thinking caps, analyzing the first seven months of the Trump administration. They crack open the word “security” and examine its interior, hoping to better understand it and find a way out of our predicament.The discussion was spurred by the passage of the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which designates $170 billion for border and immigration enforcement over the next four years (also see how Melissa put this bill into a deeper historic context last week). This enforcement will be funded, in part, by significant cuts to U.S. health care, including the possible cancellation of insurance coverage for 12 million people.Does security mean more walls, more technology, more armed agents, and a border that resembles a military base? Or, as Melissa and Todd discuss in the podcast, could peacemaking play an important role in creating real security for everyone? Peacemaking is not just about ending conflict; it also means creating a world where people can be healthy and flourish.
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Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Isaiah 26:1–8, Psalm 47, Paul's Letter to the Romans 13:1–10 and Mark 12:13–17. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Susan Russell at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Amos 7:7–17, Psalm 82 and Luke 10:25–37. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Read the text of the sermon here. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Amos 8:1-12, Psalm 52 and Luke 10:38-42. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Since the early days of the Restoration, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have championed the fundamental human right to religious freedom. In 2023, President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency, asked, “Where would the absence of religious freedom lead society?” To consider this important question, author, researcher and professor on religious law Steven T. Collis joins Church News reporter Mary Richards on this episode of the Church News podcast. They discuss the importance of understanding religious freedom, including Collis’ conversion story; how to advocate for it by being peacemakers; and the need to promote this freedom worldwide. The Church News Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe. Hosts Jon Ryan Jensen, editor of the Church News, and Church News reporter Mary Richards share unique views of the stories, events, and people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
Send us a Positive Review!Missed the LIVE Q&A where Val recently answered the flood of questions that have come in on the heels of her & Nathan's brave series venturing into the realm of politics, polarization & human/cultural evolution of consciousness? In this Q&A Val takes some very challenging questions and walks you through ways in which politics & religion are reflections how people make sense of some of their ultimate concerns about themselves & others. Don't miss this episode if you have been inhaling their current Friday series or if you are thinking about inhaling it very soon! 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Live Session03:32 The Impact of Current Events on Mental Health04:02 Human Growth and Development in Political Context05:32 Introducing Latter Day Struggles 2.006:00 Transcend and Include: A New Approach to Faith07:35 Understanding Human and Societal Development09:47 Integral Theory and Its Relevance Today11:22 Stages of Consciousness and Societal Growth14:18 The Role of Politics in Human Development19:43 Addressing Listener Questions20:41 The Importance of Dialogue and Understanding27:07 Personal Reflections and Political Evolution47:46 Red Flags in Spiritual and Political Leaders55:00 Talking to Children About Current Events01:01:58 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the showListen, Share, Rate & Review EPISODES Friday Episodes Annual Subscription $89 Friday Episodes Monthly Subscription $10 Valerie's Support & Processing Groups Donate: Venmo or Patreon Visit our Website
In this bonus episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, host Jennifer Thomas explores the challenges of political engagement in the face of slow or no change. Jennifer shares her conversation with Julie Rose on the Uncomfy podcast, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in peacemaking. The discussion highlights how discomfort is often a necessary part of fostering understanding and building relationships that contribute to a beloved community. Listeners are encouraged to embrace uncomfortable conversations and stay engaged, as the long-term rewards of peacemaking far outweigh the short-term discomfort. Join Jennifer as she reflects on these themes and offers practical advice for navigating challenging interactions.[00:02:46] Advocacy outside comfort zones.[00:05:21] Women of faith in politics.[00:09:05] Peacefully expressing anger effectively.[00:10:17] Channeling anger to action.[00:14:51] Advocacy as a long game.[00:18:24] Politics and instant gratification.[00:21:42] Finding purpose and joy.See full show notes from the Uncomfy podcast episode here: https://www.byuradio.org/how-to-stay-politically-engaged-when-you-feel-like-giving-up-jennifer-walker-thomasWatch this episode from Uncomfy on BYU Radio's YouTube channel here.For transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peaceTo donate to the production of Season 2 of the show, visit https://c3.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/secure/cause_pdetails/MjMyODc5
Welcome to episode 208 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we conclude our series on Christian citizenship. Today, we tackle the topic of gospel peacemaking. Key takeaways: While we never compromise truth for unity, we also recognize that many of our divisions stem not from essential doctrinal differences but from cultural preferences, political allegiances, or personal animosities that have become inflated beyond their proper importance. Principles for gospel peacemaking: We must recognize our primary identity in Christ. When our identity in Christ becomes primary, we can navigate differences from a foundation of unity. We must practice gospel humility. We must cultivate listening love. We must distinguish between biblical absolutes and areas of Christian freedom. We must practice faith-filled conflict resolution. We must commit to speaking truth in love. Quotable: Our peacemaking is most powerful when it flows from personal experience of God's peace. We forgive because we've been forgiven. We pursue reconciliation because we've been reconciled to God. We cross social barriers because Christ crossed the ultimate barrier for us. Application: Regarding political divisions, we must resist the polarization that dominates our public discourse. Regarding racial reconciliation, we must acknowledge both the progress made and the work still needed. Regarding socioeconomic divisions, we must build communities where "there were no needy persons among them" (Acts 4:34) while respecting the dignity of all members regardless of economic status. Regarding generational differences, we must honor the wisdom of older believers while embracing the fresh perspectives of younger ones. Practical steps for becoming gospel peacemakers: Examine your own heart. Build relationships across dividing lines. Practice biblical conflict resolution when tensions arise. Support reconciliation efforts in your community. Model unity around the essentials of faith. Connect with us: Web site: https://springbaptist.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus) https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus) Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to https://springbaptist.org/prayer/ If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.
Retaliation isn't something we resist in our own strength, it's something we surrender to Jesus. Brittany Smigielski unpacks the radical call of Matthew 5:38–42, where Jesus confronts our instinct for revenge and invites us into a higher way, the way of peacemaking. Turning the other cheek, giving more than what's asked, walking the second mile are not passive responses. They are powerful acts of love rooted in Heaven's logic. Peacemaking is not weakness, it's courage clothed in grace. IHumility that confronts hurt, generosity that disrupts greed, and service that silences oppression. This is the way of the cross. The way Jesus lived. The way we're called to follow.
Doug Noll is a lawyer-turned-peacemaker, award-winning author, and internationally recognized expert in conflict resolution. After a 22-year career as a successful civil trial lawyer, Doug walked away from a $10 million partnership to pursue peacemaking full-time. He earned a master's degree in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies and went on to co-found Prison of Peace, a global initiative that trains incarcerated individuals to become mediators and violence de-escalators. His groundbreaking method of “listening people into existence” has helped transform the lives of thousands—from maximum-security prisons to high-level government offices. Doug is the author of several books, including De-Escalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less, and has been featured in hundreds of media outlets and podcasts. When he's not teaching peace, he's skiing, playing jazz violin, or watching the sunrise with his wife in the Sierra Nevada. Doug's mission is simple: teach the world emotional competence—one conversation at a time. Connect with Doug: Website: DougNoll.com LinkedIn: Douglas Noll Book: De-Escalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less Email: Doug@DougNoll.com
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How do we handle conflict in a way that honors God, promotes unity, and actually grows us instead of tearing us apart?In a world full of tension, division, and sharp disagreements, this message explores a better way—one modeled in the early church and rooted in Scripture. Through the story of Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15:36–41, we see that even faithful leaders experienced conflict, yet they didn't let it derail the mission. Their disagreement didn't lead to division—it led to multiplication.This sermon challenges us to reimagine conflict resolution within the church, not as something to avoid, but as an opportunity to reflect the heart of Jesus. When handled in a biblical way, conflict can mature us, unify us, and show the world what it means to be peacemakers.In this message, Pastor Nick Tallo will help you discover:Conflict is inevitable—even among believers (Acts 15:36–41)Disagreements don't have to be destructive; they can lead to deeper growth and greater impactWe're called to be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9) and to live at peace as far as it depends on us (Romans 12:18)You'll also hear practical tools for biblical conflict resolution—like pausing to pray, seeking wise counsel, and managing expectations. This isn't just about settling disputes—it's about being transformed. When we engage conflict through the lens of grace and truth, we reflect the heart of the One who first reconciled us to Himself.At 2Rivers, we're all about helping you become a passionate follower of Jesus so you can experience the life He designed for you—and lead others to do the same.
Dr. Sue Edwards Dr. Kay Daigle In this final episode of the three-part series Empowering Leaders to Survive and Thrive Through Conflict, Dr. Sue Edwards discusses biblical peace-making practices with Kay Daigle. Connect to the previous two episodes in this series: Get Ready for Conflict, Leaders; and Women's Tendencies in Conflict. Or watch all episodes on video. Recommended resources Oletha Barnett's podcast series, Fight Right: 1. The Nature of Conflict, 2. Biblical Resolution 3. Accepting Other's Differences. All are also available on video. All BOW videos on dealing with conflict Book: Leading Women Who Wound: Strategies for an Effective Ministry by Sue Edwards & Kelley Mathews Elizabeth Woodson's short Leader Tip: Tell the Truth BOW's downloadable resource list Timestamps 00:21 Introduction to the topic 01:40 Deciding whether to approach the other person 04:08 Emotional health is necessary 05:17 How to identify women who are likely unhealthy 10:36 Contents of Sue's book 12:06 How Sue weathered the conflict she faced TranscriptKay >> Hi. I'm Kay Daigle of Beyond Ordinary Women Ministries. Welcome to the third in a series of our videos on conflict with Dr. Sue Edwards from Dallas Seminary. You can read her bio online. We began by discussing Be Prepared for Conflict. And in our last video, we talked about just the Tendencies of Women—not for all women, but many women tend to deal with conflict in a certain way. And in this video, we're going to talk about Peacemaking Practices for Sisters. And I'm excited about really getting into how to take care of conflict. I'd also like to let you know that we did a series with Oletha Barnett that really gave the foundational principles that Sue's going to kind of take some of those apart in a practical way for us no—to how to make peace and what the Bible says about conflict. And so that really is important for you to have those principles you may need to go back. That would be the third video in that series called Fight Right with Oletha Barnett, which you can find on our website. And also on our Vimeo page. So, Sue, as you think about this, what are the peacemaking practices for sisters? Sue >> Well, of course, as Oletha said, Matthew 18:15-17 gives us some really three different steps and that helps us know that we want to master that. Although it's easy to make things formulaic when you're in real situations. It's not quite that easy. But still the principles in these steps that Jesus taught us are wonderful. Kay >> Well, let me ask you, before you even get into those, how do you decide that you need to go to one of those practices? How do you know when you have to sort of attack the problem rather than let it settle? Sue >> Well, I know when there's a possible relational disconnect. That to me, relationships are so important for the unity of the body—that we women work together, that we love each other, we support each other. So if there is a possibility, if I see that woman at the grocery store and I go the other aisle or I'm still having imaginary conversations with her three or four days later, then I know that this needs to be dealt with. Or if I even get a sense that she's hurt or she's avoiding me. And what we want to do is come together, but in a sense of a learning conversation. In other words, I want to sit down with you because you are important to me. I love you as a sister in Christ, and I don't want anything to interfere with our relationship. And so if there's anything that might, so there's ways to do it that are not so scary. So, a lot of times we hate this. We think it's going to get mean and confrontational. It doesn't have to. And if that person is a healthy person, then you come at it with that kind of tone of voice and hard attitude because you think there's some issue, whether they did it, whether you did it, whatever. I would go and try to work that through. And if they're healthy,
Sermon by Susan Russell at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Paul's Letter to the Galatians 5:1, 13-25, Psalm 16 and Luke 9:51-62. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Read the text of the sermon. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
True peacemaking is a prophetic act, and yet Jesus links peacemakers with persecution and that is to be expected bc they “persecuted the prophets who were before you” Peacemaking is not pacifism. When the United States first entered World War I, the president of Columbia University in New York City sent a questionnaire to the entire faculty asking them what they proposed to do to help with the war effort. One member of the faculty, a pacifist, sent it back with this answer: "Mind my own business." That may be what a pacifist does. But it is not what a peacemaker does. A peacemaker knows that dealing with the conflict is his business. Peacemaking is not a passive characteristic. The language Jesus uses is active; a peacemaker is one who attacks the situation, who confronts it head on.
Debate on Iran war between Scott Horton and Mark Dubowitz. Scott Horton is the author and director of the Libertarian Institute, editorial director of Antiwar.com, host of The Scott Horton Show, and for the past three decades, a staunch critic of U.S. foreign policy and military interventionism. Mark Dubowitz is the chief executive of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, host of the Iran Breakdown podcast, and a leading expert on Iran and its nuclear program for over 20 years. This debate was recorded on Tuesday, June 24, after the Iran-Israel ceasefire was declared. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep473-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/iran-israel-debate-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback - give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA - submit questions, videos or call-in: https://lexfridman.com/ama Hiring - join our team: https://lexfridman.com/hiring Other - other ways to get in touch: https://lexfridman.com/contact EPISODE LINKS: Mark's X: https://x.com/mdubowitz Mark's Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmEsAFBNkqsMQnt5pypwEX0ul0NyIjd3E The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD): https://www.fdd.org/ Scott's X: https://x.com/scotthortonshow Scott's YouTube: https://youtube.com/@scotthortonshow Scott's Podcast: https://www.scotthortonshow.com/ Scott's Website: https://scotthorton.org/ Scott's Books: https://amzn.to/3T9Qg7y The Libertarian Institute: https://libertarianinstitute.org/ Antiwar.com: https://antiwar.com/ SPONSORS: To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts: Hampton: Community for high-growth founders and CEOs. Go to https://joinhampton.com/lex Notion: Note-taking and team collaboration. Go to https://notion.com/lex Shopify: Sell stuff online. Go to https://shopify.com/lex Oracle: Cloud infrastructure. Go to https://oracle.com/lex LMNT: Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix. Go to https://drinkLMNT.com/lex OUTLINE: (00:00) - Introduction (00:36) - Sponsors, Comments, and Reflections (08:02) - Iran-Israel War (16:45) - Iran's Nuclear Program (48:37) - Nuclear weapons and uranium (1:00:40) - Nuclear deal (1:26:14) - Iran Nuclear Archive (1:48:50) - Best case and worst case near-term future (2:24:15) - US attack on Iran - Operation Midnight Hammer (2:47:48) - Nuclear proliferation in the future (3:08:46) - Libertarianism (3:21:35) - Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) (3:37:10) - Trump and Peacemaking process (3:42:08) - WW2 (3:55:08) - WW3
Sermon by Bishop Gene Robinson at 10:00 a.m. on the Sunday, June 15, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31, Psalm 8, Paul's Letter to the Romans 5:1-5 and John 16:12-15. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Mark Chase at 10:00 a.m. on Juneteenth Sunday, June 22, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Isaiah 58:6-9, Paul's Letter to the Galatians 3:23-29, a reading from Cole Arthur Riley and Luke 4:16a-22. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Tim Rich at 10:00 a.m. on the Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: The Acts of the Apostles 2:1-21, Psalm 104:25-35, 37, Paul's Letter to the Romans 8:14-17 and John 14:8-17, 25-27. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
What does "Joyful Non-Compliance" look like in today's world? In this thought-provoking episode, the hosts explore how faith intersects with politics, justice, and cultural challenges. Diving into Romans 12 and 13, they discuss the biblical posture of joyful, peaceful non-compliance, emphasizing the church's role in society as a force of love, justice, and truth. From the complexities of navigating immigration issues to the tension between idolatry and injustice in government, this conversation unpacks what it means to live out cruciformity—a life shaped by the cross—in a chaotic world. Key insights include the distinction between peacekeeping and peacemaking, the theological implications of governance, and how Christians can embody a faithful, socially engaged presence amidst cultural turmoil. With practical examples and a deep dive into the text, the hosts challenge listeners to embrace a countercultural, Jesus-centered response to injustice and idolatry. Join the discussion and share your thoughts! How can we, as individuals and communities, live out this call to justice and non-compliance with humility and hope? Feel free to email questions or engage with us on Facebook and Instagram—we encourage and value your perspectives as we pursue this journey together. Let's continue the conversation about faith, justice, and the transformative power of the gospel. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:58 Exploring Joy and Grief 05:57 Understanding Joyful Noncompliance 08:59 The Role of Theology in Current Events 11:54 Recent Global Events and Their Implications 14:51 Theological Perspectives on Israel and Foreign Policy 18:00 Immigration Policies and Their Impact 20:49 Non-Compliance and Moral Responsibility 23:39 Romans 13 and Its Application 31:47 The Application of Romans 13 39:27 The Role of Government in Society 46:08 The Relationship Between Romans 12 and 13 56:16 Peacemaking in a Divided World As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy
Sermons by Asher Glawe, Isaac Graham, Eliza LeMoine, Ethan Rudder, and Maya Proulx during worship at 10:00 a.m. on the Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 1, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: The Acts of the Apostles 16:16-34 Psalm 97, the Book of Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21 and John 17:20-26. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministry of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!
Sermon by Tim Rich during worship at 10:00 a.m. on the Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Book of Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5, Psalm 67 and John 5:1-9. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministries of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!