Podcasts about pilgrims

Lazlo was a Webelo Boy Scout and he is PROUD. You know 7-OH is bad when even SlimFast is telling you not to use it. A football team has a disease straight out of the Pilgrim ages, the guys debate whether Christina Pike's failed execution was cruel and unusual, and Lazlo finally red-pills Slim with Gypsy Rose. Any bands want to cover “Crunch, crunch, crunch, someone's got popcorn?” If SlimFast's drug dealer is listening, Lazlo misses you. Stream The Church of Lazlo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths.Jeff Stanfield shares some facts the voyage of the Mayflower and the struggle the Pilgrims had after they landed, and Andy shares facts that sound fake but are 100% true.This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Early America’s most important invention wasn’t Benjamin Franklin’s lightning rod, or the cotton gin. It was the world's first fully automated flour mill, built by Oliver Evans in the 1780s. Evans's mill used a conveyor-belt grain elevator, leather straps, wheels, and Archimedean screws to process wheat from raw grain to finished flour without human hands touching it. Prior to Oliver Evans's automated system, milling relied on waterwheels or wind to turn heavy millstones, but every intermediate step required grueling manual labor to haul heavy grain sacks up ladders and shovel meal across floors. This invention ranks right below potatoes’ arrival in Europe or Haber-Bosch synthesis of nitrogen for fertilizer or Norman Borlaug’s dwarf wheat in making food cheaper. It also made America unique among nations in the world in that it never experienced a bread riot or mass executions of peasants stealing during a time of famine. It also shows how much we overlook the importance of bread in American history. Today's guest is Andrew Coe, author of American Bread: A History. We discuss how the Pilgrims nearly starved because they couldn't grow wheat in New England and were saved by a dense loaf of rye and cornmeal that became America's first national food, and how Sylvester Graham convinced thousands of Americans in the 1830s that white bread and sexual desire were destroying the nation. We look at industrialization of food that would culminate in Wonder Bread, and how Vietnam War protesters boycotted Wonder Bread while Zen Buddhists at a California monastery wrote the book that launched the modern whole-grain movement. Coe argues that the story of American bread is the story of America itself: a nation that learned to survive on unfamiliar grain, built an industrial system that stripped bread of everything worth eating, and is now slowly trying to rediscover what it lost.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eva Pilgrim has spent her career chasing stories from local newsrooms to ABC News, GMA3, 20/20 and now the anchor desk of Inside Edition, where she became only the fourth host in the show's history after Deborah Norville. But her path into journalism wasn't exactly planned. In college, she was doing website work for “beer money” when one of those sites happened to be connected to a news station—and a career was born. On this episode of That's Total Mom Sense, Eva and Kanika go behind the broadcast: growing up Korean-American in a military family, the stories that changed her, what she learned from legendary journalist Deborah Norville, how motherhood has changed the way she works, and the Korean-mom lessons she carries into parenting. Plus, two broadcasters talk shop about the art of the interview, journalistic integrity, what really happens in a newsroom and why the best interviews aren't about asking the smartest question. They're about creating enough trust for someone to tell you the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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WHEN BLISTERS DERAIL YOUR CAMINO PLANS Sometimes it takes more than one try to complete a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago. That's what happened with my guest this week, Mark, who is headed back to finish the Portuguese route this month. Mark had a tough time with blisters and had to cut short his first pilgrimage. What does it feel like to not be able to finish your first Camino? That's one of the topics we will be exploring, along with some logistical realities of ending your pilgrimage early. WILL 2027 BE YOUR CAMINO YEAR? Your pilgrimage can start today, just by saying yes and putting the dates on the calendar. Walk with me in May or September next year and let's get you off to a great start. There is space available in all 2027 Camino Experience groups. Dates and details available here. FOLLOW ALONG WITH ME THIS YEAR I have the pleasure of leading two groups of first-time pilgrims from Saint Jean Pied de Port this year in September. If you'd like to see what starting your pilgrimage with the Camino Experience is all about or simply reminisce about your own Camino memories, please follow along. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Tik Tok   #youonthecamino #caminodesantiago #firsttimepilgrim #thecaminoexperience #caminopodcast

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 28th of September, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go straight to the Book of Psalms 23:3-4:“He restores my soul;He leads me in the paths of righteousnessFor His name's sake.Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil;For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”Then we go straight to the Gospel of Luke 9:23: ”Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.” We are on a journey, folks, every single one of us, young and old. I don't care whether you are 9 or 90, but we are on a journey! Some of us have got a lot of miles behind us, others have got a lot of miles in front of us, but we are on a journey. I listened to a beautiful old gospel song, sung by a lady by the name of Dotty Rambo, just a short while ago and these words just touched me so deeply: Too many miles behind meToo many trials are throughToo many tears help me to rememberThere's just too much to gain to lose.Too many sunsets behind the mountainToo many rivers my feet have walked throughToo many treasures are waiting over yonderThere's too much to gain to lose.Isn't that beautiful? There is no turning back for you and me. No, no - we are not going back to Egypt. We are not going back to the old life, no. We have come too far, much too far. Do you remember that beautiful book, the Pilgrim's Progress? Some say it is the second most well-known, well-read book, next to the Bible itself, written by John Bunyan and released in 1678. Wow! That is a long time ago. John Bunyan was a non-conformist. In other words, he was a man who loved Jesus Christ. He would not conform to any church government type doctrine. He loved the Lord. He spent a long time in jail, and he wrote this book in Bedford, in England, while in jail. The Pilgrim's Progress - a journey of a Christian, a man by the name of Christian, making his way to the Celestial City, which is Heaven, and all the pitfalls and the hardships that he went through, carrying his little bundle with him, all the way to Heaven.Today, remember, there is too much to gain to lose. God bless you. Have a wonderful day, goodbye.

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Do you know the difference between a tourist and a pilgrim?They may visit the same places and see the same sights, but they ask different questions. One asks, “What will I see?” The other asks, “What will I become?” One moves through a place; the other allows the place to move through them.God's people observed three pilgrimage festivals by traveling to Jerusalem. These journeys disrupted the rhythm of their everyday lives, freeing them from their routines and reminding them who they were—and whose they were.At GTI, we think about our biblical study tours in much the same way. They are an opportunity to step away from the demands of daily life, a retreat from our usual responsibilities, and focus our hearts and minds on Christ. And while our feet are moving through the biblical lands, the Spirit of God is moving through us—shaping our hearts, opening our minds, deepening our faith, and guiding our spirits.Because pilgrimage was never simply about getting somewhere. It was about who we are becoming along the way. And perhaps that is the invitation of pilgrimage for us today: to learn to walk differently—not only while we are traveling, but wherever God has placed us.Psalm 84:5 - "Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage."

We continue our Graphic Novel adaptation series with Scott Pilgrim, by Bryan Lee O’Malley, the movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, and the limited series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. Rankings! Colin: Movie, Series, Book James: Movie, Book, Series Seth: Movie, Book, Series

Pilgrim's Storm Brooding by Damien Black is the third book in The Broken Stone Chronicle—and three books in, I'm still asking the same question:Why is nobody talking about this series?!The first book was really good. The second was a huge step forward. So could Damien Black possibly keep that momentum going with a massive third installment, or was this where the series would finally plateau—or worse, fall apart?In this spoiler-lite review, I dig into Pilgrim's Storm Brooding and talk about:• How the series continues to expand its already impressive worldbuilding• The growing scope of the story and its many POV characters• Some seriously satisfying reveals• Strong character development across the expanding cast• Why its classic good-vs.-evil foundations work so well• The potential drawbacks of committing to such a HUGE epic fantasy• And whether book three actually manages to improve on what came beforeFor me, The Broken Stone Chronicle continues to be one of the most surprising under-the-radar epic fantasy discoveries I've made. Three books in, Damien Black has delivered an enormous, ambitious fantasy story that feels classic in its foundations while still offering modern prose, complexity, and storytelling.So seriously...WHY ISN'T THIS SERIES GETTING MORE ATTENTION?If you've read Pilgrim's Storm Brooding or any of The Broken Stone Chronicle, let me know what you think in the comments. Please keep things spoiler-conscious for readers who are still making their way through the series!And if you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, rankings, discussions, and plenty of questionable opinions about enormous books, subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages and join us for more!Thanks as always to our amazing Patreon supporters for helping make Fantasy for the Ages possible!: https://patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyForTheAges #PilgrimsStormBrooding #DamienBlack #TheBrokenStoneChronicle #EpicFantasy #FantasyBooks #BookReview #SelfPublishedFantasy*Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode?*Pilgrim's Storm Brooding: https://t.ly/pJlwf*Ways 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 - Opening2:50 - Book Details4:34 - Why Jim Read This6:27 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 8:22 - Six Reasons You Should Read This14:08 - Three Reasons To Skip This One16:22 - Jim's Final Thoughts18:09 - Closing & Wrap-Up————————————————————————————_Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:_https://elements.envato.com/

Drop us a note about the podcast. Psalm 35 doesn't tiptoe around conflict. It asks God to step in, take up shield and spear, and defend the innocent against people who lie, trap, and threaten. That's where we start, and it's also why we briefly reference the Telford child sex ring and Operation Vapor, not for shock value, but to underline a sober truth: real evil targets the vulnerable, and Christians cannot answer that with silence or slogans. We pray for abused children around the world and ask God to move us toward protection that shows up in deeds, not just words. From there, we read and wrestle with 1 Corinthians 11, including the plain order Paul gives for Christ, man, and woman, plus his instructions about worship and head coverings. Whether you've heard these verses preached carefully or avoided completely, we push toward honesty with the text and a church culture that doesn't edit Scripture to keep everyone comfortable. We also tie in Proverbs 21 to challenge the drift toward pleasure and luxury when the moment calls for courage, discipline, and clarity. The second half turns outward to public life and national memory: we remember names connected to September 11 and share a historical account of Joseph Samuel Cecil. Then we come back to discernment with the John Robinson quote that still stings in the best way: follow leaders only as far as they follow Christ. We close by reading state mottos and seal symbols that point to Providence and biblical language, arguing that America's founding assumptions were explicitly Christian, not vague deism. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.#AmericanPatriot#ChristianNation#DailyBibleSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribeCountryside Book Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/Countryside-Book-J-T-Cope-IV-ebook/dp/B00MPIXOB2 America's Christian Heritage Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2622483

We continue our Graphic Novel adaptation series with Scott Pilgrim, by Bryan Lee O’Malley, the movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, and the limited series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. Rankings! Colin: Movie, Series, Book James: Movie, Book, Series Seth: Movie, Book, Series

Hello to you listening from wherever your feet touch the ground. And, Happy Birthday, Patrice from wherever your feet are touching our Jersey Girl ground! As I have done at this time every year I retrieve a cardboard box from a shelf in my closet, set it on the diningroom table, open the top, and take out a spiral notebook, a guidebook, and a few tokens. The notebook is the journal I kept as I walked 500 miles across Spain on the Camino de Santiago. I was a pilgrim. The guidebook helped to shepherd me from place to place, score a clean albergue for the night, and find a low-cost pilgrim meal. The tokens remind me of who I met or something very special I stumbled upon. From now until the 1st of November I'll be rereading my words jotted at the end of a long day of walking, maybe 15, 20 or 25 miles. Hot sun or cold rain, flat concrete sidewalks or rocky mountain passes. The walk is the path. The walk is the journey. The walk is the destination back home to self. But I had to learn this truth. It took long days before my head and heart and feet began to harmonize. I had to stop myself in the middle of the path because I was running ahead, chasing my shadow. I wanted to be there first, wherever there was. The cost of the chase was high. All around me was beauty, people, landscapes, animals, vistas, grapes ripening on vines, men harvesting in fields, and old ladies clustered together shelling peas into bowls and trading gossip. My mind was miles ahead of my body. l had to stop, intentionally and practice something my teacher Thich Nhat Hanh always preached: mindful walking. Take a step and breathe in. Take a step and breathe out. Keep going. Mindfully. In this way I got where I needed to get. I slept where I needed to sleep. I met who I needed to meet. Because I had arrived in each moment of walking. I chose this podcast image from Deer Park Monastery where I often went on retreat. It's my cell phone shot of the sign I anticipated seeing as I drove down a narrow road to the parking lot below the hill where the monastery was situated. As soon as I saw the words, I Have Arrived, my breathing slowed, my shoulders relaxed, and everything about me seemed to melt. Arrived. Arrived. At home, I am at home. We clamor to know what's next and what if and how soon and when will we arrive. We chase the future in the hope that we will arrive at happiness. Here's the thing about chasing arrival: When we get what we have been racing toward it rarely feels the way we expected. An inner voice whispers, “Somehow I imagined this experience would be more rewarding.” Story Prompt: If you stopped right now, stopped chasing your life, and imagined yourself being present right inside your life, right where you belong, what might happen next? Write that story and share it out loud. And, as always, thank you for listening to “the music of the spoken word.” YOU'RE INVITED: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread this episode with a generous 5-star Apple podcast review & comment—it helps us all—& join us next time!STOP BY my newly re-imagined Quarter Moon Story Arts website ARRANGE ----> a no-obligation Discovery Call STAY CURRENT with me as Diane Wyzga / Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Drop us a note about the podcast. “Do it all for the glory of God” sounds simple until you try to live it on a regular Tuesday. We open with Paul's words from 1 Corinthians 10 and press them into the real world: what we tolerate, what we celebrate, what we call “my right,” and how our choices affect the people watching our lives. Christian freedom is not a license to drift. It comes with a call to love, to avoid needless offense, and to aim our everyday decisions toward something bigger than comfort.We also spend time on Christian marriage, returning to Genesis and the one flesh design. That picture is intimate, unguarded, and serious, and it challenges the way many of us treat marriage like just one more relationship on the list. From there we read Psalm 34 and Proverbs 21, holding two truths together: God is close to the brokenhearted, and justice should not be optional in a healthy community. Comfort is real, and so is accountability.To round it out, we touch American Christian heritage through a Medal of Honor remembrance, Pilgrim-era counsel about following Christ above any human leader, and several state mottos and seals that openly reference God and Providence. If you care about Bible teaching, faith in public life, and strengthening your home with Scripture, there is a lot here to wrestle with. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.#ChristianNation#ChristianRepublic #AmericanHeritage Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribeCountryside Book Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/Countryside-Book-J-T-Cope-IV-ebook/dp/B00MPIXOB2 America's Christian Heritage Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2622483

In this episode, Shelley and Phil dip their toe in the world of non-alcoholic wines. We try to stay positive on this podcast but... well, there are exceptions to every intention. We DO have a HUGE announcement, however which is the most positive thing on this episode! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode:Cantina Zaccagnini 0.0 Alcohol-Removed White Wine ($19 at Pilgrim's Market)Shania 0.0 De-Alcoholized Rosé Wine ($21 at Pilgrim's Market)Giesen 0% Dealcoholized New Zealand Premium Red ($16 at Pilgrim's Market)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rivaura and Seasons of Coeur d'Alene!Rivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Register for the September Seasons wine dinner with J. Bookwalter for this Monday, September 28 HERE. Time is of the essence!The Bottle Joy Wine Words of the Week - Dealcoholization The process of taking a fully fermented wine and removing the alcohol down to less than 0.5% ABV using specialized extraction techniques.Bottle Joy: Bottle Joy is BACK! They will have a grand reopening in 2-3 weeks so follow them on their socials or visit https://bottlejoycda.com Let's PACK the place!Mentions: repour, Daniel Bentley, J. Bookwalter. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Va Piano Ox Red, DAOU Chardonnay, Elsom Cellars Isabella, Domaine Guy Robin & Fils Vieilles Vignes Chablis and Bells Up Candide Reserve Pinot Noir.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

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"There has been some debate about whether George Liele was America's first Baptist missionary, since his going to Jamaica predated by 30 years Adoniram Judson's voyage to the East in 1812." Ron Miller For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

James Spencer and Ashish Varma reflect on the previous episode's conversation with Veronica Roberts Ogle — and on what happens when Augustine gets recruited for arguments he was writing against. The starting point is a claim James has encountered in political speeches: that the two cities can be collapsed, and that a nation might become the city of God. Both men think this misses Augustine's whole point. The cities are distinguished by their loves, and a community formed by self-love doesn't graduate into the other by improving its policies. From there the conversation widens. James connects Augustine's ordered loves to the Old Testament grammar of love as loyalty, and argues again that the ordo amoris isn't a ranked list. Ashish brings in Balthasar on faith as resonance — the violin that sounds because it's attuned — and Tolkien's music of creation, which is like unto a chorus without quite being one. They land on the wedge that can't be closed: a nation is bounded by resources and space, while there is always room in the kingdom for one more. Plus: pilgrims versus tourists, and why Las Vegas may be America's most honest city. Chapters: 00:00 Reflecting on the Ogle conversation 02:00 When Augustine gets enlisted for a Christian nation 06:48 Love as loyalty: Deuteronomy 6 and 1 John 09:11 Ordered loves is not a dartboard 11:25 The Good Samaritan and the outer ring 1 1:50 Balthasar: faith as resonance and attunement 17:03 Why not a chorus? Tolkien and the limits of language 19:30 Can non-Christians love? 25:11 Sameness that improvises rather than repeats 28:45 Wholesomeness is not holiness 33:07 False theologies and the sacred function of the state 39:27 The wedge: bounded nations, unbounded kingdom 44:48 What the church can do that the state cannot 50:08 O'Donovan: governing authorities as secondary witness 53:43 Pilgrims and tourists 59:39 Provision, anxiety, and the faith muscle Augustine City of God, two cities, ordo amoris, ordered loves, Christian nationalism, Hans Urs von Balthasar, Tolkien Ainulindalë, Oliver O'Donovan, William Cavanaugh, pilgrim and tourist, political theology, church and state, Veronica Roberts Ogle Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

"There has been some debate about whether George Liele was America's first Baptist missionary, since his going to Jamaica predated by 30 years Adoniram Judson's voyage to the East in 1812." Ron Miller For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

Hopeful Suffering 1 Peter 3:8-17 Pastor Scott Roten September 23, 2026

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The Pilgrim's Progress is one of the most printed and translated books in history, second only to the Bible. But what is it about John Bunyan's timeless allegory that has made it such an enduring classic?In this episode, we talk about the ways The Pilgrim's Progress encourages and challenges Christians as we walk through the joys, struggles, temptations, and trials of the Christian life. We also share some of our favorite editions and adaptations—including several wonderful versions for children—and talk about how you can introduce this beloved story to your family.ResourcesThe Pilgrim's Progress by John BunyanThe Dangerous Journey by Oliver HunkinLittle Pilgrim's Big JourneyLittle Pilgrim's Progress

by Elder Neil Honea (preached on October 11, 2015) We have lately been going back through older sermons that were preached here at Zion Primitive Baptist Church since our revival began back in 2011. This is one such sermon, by Elder Neil Honea from back in 2015. Calling on his own experience in moving into...

The great writer Annie Dillard died this week. Her 1975 nonfiction book Pilgrim at Tinker Creek won the Pulitzer and it is about the titular creek that's just outside of Roanoke. In the very beginning of her memoir about a year of living near the creek, she writes about a curious habit she had as a child. She would sneak pennies from her parents and hide them in the cracks of the sidewalk. Then, she would take chalk and draw long arrows to the hidden currency with a label that said “Surprise Ahead!” I am convinced that those are some of God's very favorite words. Pay attention, turn to wonder, slow down, otherwise you might miss the surprise. Maybe that's what all the parables are all about. We all thirst, not simply for answers, but for our imaginations to be ignited and for God to show up. Surprise Ahead! Case in point: The Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard...

Send us Fan MailThe slow drift from summer into autumn is underway and with it comes gentle shifts (both seen and unseen) that are the pulse and rhythm of the earth and life along the canal. Join us tonight on the Erica as we celebrate this slow dance of the seasons. We also join Jeff Van Booven for a special night-view from his window in the sultry darkness of a summer midnight in Missouri.      Journal entry:18th September, Friday“Standing beside the convocation of oaks First geese fly over and then the raven pair. On days like this, even these friendly fields Remember that they cannot be tamed.”Episode Information:In this episode, I read haiku from Chora and Taigu. I also read ‘I Wasted the Day' and ‘Autumn Harvest' by Felix Dennis and ‘Apples' by Laurie Lee. I also conclude with a very short reading from Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek.‘Night Views: Through your window' is provided by Jeff Van Booven.With special thanks to our lock-wheelersfor supporting this podcast. Ana McKellar Susan BakerMind Shambles Clare Hollingsworth Kevin B. Fleur and David Mcloughlin Lois Raphael Tania Yorgey Andrea Hansen Chris Hinds Chris and Alan on NB Land of Green Ginger Captain Arlo Rebecca Russell Allison on the narrowboat Mukka Derek and Pauline Watts Anna V. Orange Cookie Mary Keane. Tony Rutherford. Arabella Holzapfel. Rory with MJ and Kayla. Narrowboat Precious Jet. Linda Reynolds Burkins. Richard Noble. Carol Ferguson. Tracie Thomas Mark and Tricia Stowe Madeleine SmithGeneral DetailsThe intro and the outro music is ‘Crying Cello' by Oleksii_Kalyna (2024) licensed for free-use by Pixabay (189988). Narrowboat engine recorded by 'James2nd' on the River Weaver, Cheshire. Uploaded to Freesound.org on 23rd June 2018. Creative Commons Licence. Piano and keyboard interludes composed and performed by Helen Ingram.All other audio recorded on site. Support the showBecome a 'Lock-Wheeler'Would you like to support this podcast by becoming a 'lock-wheeler' for Nighttime on Still Waters? Find out more: 'Lock-wheeling' for Nighttime on Still Waters.ContactFacebook at https://www.facebook.com/noswpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimeonstillwaters/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/noswpod.bsky.socialMastodon: https://mastodon.world/@nosw  I would love to hear from you. You can email me at nighttimeonstillwaters@gmail.com or drop me a line by going to the nowspod website and using either the contact form or, if you prefer, record your message by clicking on the microphone icon. For more information about Nighttime on Still WatersYou can find more information and photographs about the podcasts and life aboard the Erica on our website at noswpod.com. 

The sermon explores the Christian concept of living a life for Jesus Christ, using the Apostle Paul's experiences as a primary example. Referencing James, Acts, and Philippians, the Matt emphasizes that believers should consider all trials as opportunities for joy and spiritual growth. The sermon details Paul's imprisonment, highlighting how his dire circumstances were providentially used by God to advance the gospel within the Roman Empire, reaching even "Caesar's household" (Philippians 4:21). The core message is that a believer's faithful and joyful response to suffering, exemplified by Paul and historical figures like John Bunyan, can lead to fruitful evangelism and embolden fellow believers. The congregation is urged to emulate Paul—and ultimately Christ—by embracing courageous witness, trusting God's providence, and actively supporting the church's missionary partnerships.1. The Christian Response to Trials and SufferingConsidering Trials as Joy: Referencing the Book of James, the speaker commands believers to consider all trials "pure joy," which equips them for spiritual growth and witness.Paul's Example of Faithfulness: The Apostle Paul is presented as an example of faith, who boldly pursued God's call regardless of his circumstances ("to live is Christ, and to die is gain").God's Purpose in Suffering: All events in a believer's life, including suffering, have a divine purpose. Believers should trust God and look for opportunities to serve rather than turning to self-pity.Relying on the Holy Spirit: Believers are encouraged to rely on the Holy Spirit for endurance and joy during hard times, rather than their own strength.2. The Narrative of Paul's Imprisonment (Acts 21–28)The Prophecy of Agabus and Paul's Resolve: In Acts 21, the prophet Agabus foretells Paul's arrest in Jerusalem. Despite pleas, Paul remains resolute, ready to die for Jesus.Arrest in Jerusalem: Paul is falsely accused by Jews, attacked by a mob, and arrested by the Roman commander, which saves his life.God's Providence in Paul's Incarceration: Paul's four-year imprisonment was providentially used by God to advance the gospel into the Roman Empire. During this time, he wrote the prison epistles (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon).3. The Impact of Paul's Faithful Suffering (Philippians 1)Gospel Advancement Through Imprisonment: Paul writes that his circumstances led to the "greater progress of the gospel" (Philippians 1:12). His chains became "well known throughout the whole Praetorian Guard" (Philippians 1:13) and to "everyone else." His imprisonment gave him a captive audience with the elite imperial guard, allowing the gospel to penetrate the headquarters of Rome and reach "Caesar's household" (Philippians 4:21).Fruitful Evangelism through Submission: A believer's faithful response to suffering produces fruitful evangelism. Paul's authentic, selfless testimony led many guards to saving faith.A Faithful Testimony Emboldens Fellow Believers: Paul's steadfastness in suffering gave other Christians "far more courage to speak the word of God without fear" (Philippians 1:14). This principle is applied to Heritage Church, reminding them that their faithfulness can encourage others.4. Christ as the Ultimate Model (Philippians 2:5–11)Christ's Humility and Exaltation: Paul points to Christ, who emptied Himself, became a slave, and was obedient to death on a cross, after which God highly exalted Him.Gospel-Centered Orientation: The gospel is about what Jesus has done. In Him, believers become His bondservants and live with an assured hope of eternal life, enabling courageous conviction in suffering.5. Mission Partnerships and SupportCurrent Partnerships: Heritage Church partners with the Slavic Gospel Association (SGA), missionaries in Israel, a ministry to Chechen Russians in the Bashkir Republic, Nepal.Contexts and Challenges: These ministries face societal and governmental opposition, particularly in Nepal, which is increasingly resistant to Christian missions.Congregational Roles: The congregation is called to support these missions through financial giving and informed prayer, with updates available on the church's missionary wall.6. Exhortation to Imitate Paul's ExampleCall to Action: Citing Philippians 4:17, the speaker calls the church to follow Paul's example of faithfulness, trusting that God uses it to bless others.Observational Influence and Courage: Just as believers observing Paul grew more confident, the congregation should not underestimate how God can use their circumstances to embolden others and advance the gospel.7. Historical Example: John Bunyan's Endurance and ImpactPersecution and Imprisonment: John Bunyan, a Dissenter preacher, was imprisoned for over 12 years in 17th-century England for preaching without a Church of England license.Ministry from Prison and Legacy: From prison, he continued to preach and wrote Pilgrim's Progress, the second most widespread book after the Bible.Societal Impact: Bunyan's faithfulness contributed to the momentum of the English Reformation, influencing the 1689 Act of Toleration, which granted freedom of worship to dissenters.8. Hope, Joy, and Witness in SufferingEschatological Hope: Scripture assures a day when suffering will cease. Believers can have a pure, confident joy in Jesus amidst trials, which serves as a witness to the world.Providence and Application: God is always at work within believers' circumstances. The congregation is urged to live faithfully and share God's word, knowing their pursuits will be blessed for His glory.

Nathan and Cameron explore whether Christian worship and evangelicalism have become too tacky, discussing the relationship between church culture, aesthetics, sacred spaces, contemporary worship, evangelism, art, and authentic Christian fellowship. Drawing on Bonnie Christian's In Defense of Evangelicalism, Nathan and Cameron examine the meaning of “tackiness,” the influence of class and culture on evangelical churches, smoke machines and big-box church design, high church versus low church traditions, the role of intentionality in worship, and whether churches sometimes prioritize cultural relevance and marketing over theological substance. They also discuss Christian art, symbolism, sacred spaces, The Pilgrim's Progress, worship in spirit and truth, generational differences, church leadership, and the importance of communicating the right message through music, architecture, décor, and other symbols, offering a thoughtful Christian perspective on evangelical culture, beauty, worship, and the tension between reaching people and preserving a sense of the sacred.Book Link: ⁠https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/818937/in-defense-of-evangelicalism-by-bonnie-kristian/⁠DONATE LINK: ⁠https://toltogether.com/donate⁠  BOOK A SPEAKER: ⁠https://toltogether.com/book-a-speaker⁠ JOIN TOL CONNECT: ⁠https://toltogether.com/tol-connect⁠  TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Hello to you listening from wherever your feet touch the ground! They say that when Marco Polo returned from his decades of travels through Asia along the Silk Roads, he had gems sewn in his cloak to prove the fantastical nature of his stories. Pilgrims who walked the Camino de Santiago brought back scallop shells they picked up on the beaches of Finisterre, Spain to prove that they had walked to the end of the earth. On the Camino the symbol of the scallop shell is used as a way marker. Like many Camino pilgrims I affixed a large scallop shell to my backpack as a reminder to keep me going until I reached Finisterre. What did we bring home from our journeys? Where might we find the fantastical, the unexpected gift in our stories? What was the agent of change? How were we transformed? And does any of it matter to someone else? I say, “Yes, it does and in ways we cannot calculate.” “It's strange to think that there might be things we know that people who live one hundred years from now would like to know. We forget to say them.” [William Stafford] Whether we sew gems in our cloaks or tie scallop shells to our backpacks as proof of our walk, we also have the stories, the hidden treasures, the currency of hard travel and quiet transformation. Does transformation arrive for us as we walk? Some might experience that on the Way. Others experience their inner map evolving in the days and weeks and even years later. Regardless of when change occurs, this much I know is true: The stories we bring back from our literal and figurative journeys are the gift of grace that we earned as we journeyed through our fears, doubts, and failures to finally arrive Here from There. Story Prompt: What insight, glimpse of wisdom, shiver of compassion, or wee bit of knowledge have you earned as you walk the story of your life? Write that story and share it out loud.YOU'RE INVITED: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread this episode with a generous 5-star review & comment on APPLE Podcasts —it helps us all—& join us next time! STOP BY my newly re-imagined Quarter Moon Story Arts website ARRANGE ----> a no-obligation Discovery Call STAY CURRENT with me as Diane Wyzga / Quarter Moon Story Arts on SUBSTACK Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicENJOY MY WORK? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

In this episode, we honor today's International Grenache Day with THREE wines containing mostly Grenache (the first one is 100%) while also offering up another edition of our Old World vs New World series. Grenache is not only delicious but it's also easy to drink. It's usually the dominate grape in a GSM. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode:2021 J.M. Duane Coakley Vineyard Grenache ($43 market price, $27 Angel price through Naked Wines)2022 Vidal-Fleury Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge ($89 at Pilgrim's Market)2021 Château du Trignon Gigondas Rouge ($43 at Pilgrim's Market)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!The Seasons of Coeur d'Alene Wine Word/s of the Week - Galets Roulés Large, smooth, rounded quartzite river stones left behind by prehistoric glaciers and ancient rivers across the Southern Rhône Valley.Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Register for the September Seasons wine dinner with J. Bookwalter on September 28 HEREMentions: John Kobylt, Rivaura, Rick Founds, J. Bookwalter, Rivaura. Purchase Shelley's planner - https://herbestyearspress.com   Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Seven Brothers Chardonnay, Presidential Chardonnay, Louis Martini M. Cabernet Sauvignon, Dave Harvey Upriver MGS and Va Piano The Ox.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

Christ in Marriage 1 Peter 3:1-7 Jason Bartley September 16, 2026

"The greatest historical impact that the English Baptists had related to English slavery was surely their involvement in mission activity in Jamaica, the inevitable ethical clashes that followed, and the impact of all this on British law and the slaves' emancipation." Ron Miller For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

A @Christadelphians Video:Description: This is a deep-dive study delivered to encourage Christadelphians in their faith, - may not be suitable for 'all' esp those with little knowledge of the Bible. A detailed comparison of the First Letter of Peter in the New Testament and the life of King Hezekiah in the Old Testament reminds us that trusting completely in the God of Israel will bring us eternal salvation. This is how the Lord Jesus Christ was able to endure his sufferings. And it will help us too. [Actual, provable Bible Truth]: The Apostle Peter, writing to believers facing intense persecution, does not promise an escape from suffering. Instead, he offers a profound, counter-intuitive strategy for enduring it: we must learn to fear God more than we fear man. This is not a fear of terror, but a deep, reverential awe that reorients our entire perspective, allowing us to see our trials through the lens of God's eternal purpose.This expositional study of 1 Peter chapter 2 is a truly outstanding and thought-provoking journey into the heart of what it means to be a disciple under pressure. We go beyond the surface to uncover the hidden treasures of the Old Testament that Peter masterfully weaves into his message of hope. Prepare to be amazed as we reveal how Peter uses the lives of Old Testament heroes—David, Hezekiah, and Daniel—as the ultimate pattern for our conduct in a hostile world.This isn't just a history lesson; it's a powerful, revealing blueprint for our own lives today. Whether you are facing subtle pressures or profound suffering, this analysis will strengthen your resolve and deepen your trust in the God of all grace. We break down the key themes of the chapter, from our identity as "living stones" and a "royal priesthood" to the ultimate example of Christ's patient suffering. Discover how the call to "sanctify God in your hearts" is the single most important principle for navigating the fiery trials of our age.**Chapters:**00:00 - Introduction to Suffering in 1 Peter01:55 - The Key Theme of Persecution03:30 - Context: The Calling of the Saints05:03 - Nero's Persecution & The Fiery Trial06:45 - Newborn Babes: The Call to Grow11:05 - Psalm 34: Fearing God Over Man14:52 - Living Stones: The Hezekiah Connection17:43 - Isaiah 28: Trusting the Cornerstone22:44 - The Stone of Stumbling & The Fear of God27:54 - A Royal Priesthood & Our High Calling36:04 - Strangers and Pilgrims in Gentile Lands38:40 - The Suffering Servant of Isaiah 5344:39 - Conclusion: The Daniel Connection & Resisting Babylon**Bible Verse Category:**

"The greatest historical impact that the English Baptists had related to English slavery was surely their involvement in mission activity in Jamaica, the inevitable ethical clashes that followed, and the impact of all this on British law and the slaves' emancipation." Ron Miller For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

START THE CAMINO ALONE? FOR SOME THAT SEEMS C R A Z Y I know that many pilgrims feel nervous about traveling to the Camino alone and starting out alone. That's how my guest this week, Jan, was feeling when she reached out to inquire about joining one of my groups. As it turns out, she had a giant plot twist that nearly threw her Camino plans in the trash bin, and she ended up revising her plans to go on her own. But not without some trepidation. It's when these plot twists happen that we find out just how badly we want our Camino dream to become a reality. For Jan, there's nothing she wants more. This is one determined pilgrim, and she suspects that this is going to be a hugely transformational journey for her. JOIN ME ON THE CAMINO IN 2027! If starting the Camino alone feels like a no-go for you, I can help. And your pilgrimage can start today, just by reaching out to let me know you want 2027 to be your Camino year. There is space available in all 2027 Camino Experience groups. Dates and details available here. FOLLOW ALONG WITH ME THIS YEAR I have the pleasure of leading two groups of first-time pilgrims from Saint Jean Pied de Port this year in September. If you'd like to see what starting your pilgrimage with the Camino Experience is all about or simply reminisce about your own Camino memories, please follow along. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Tik Tok   #youonthecamino #caminodesantiago #firsttimepilgrim #thecaminoexperience #caminopodcast

Jenna Wright and Pastor Matt Looloian kick off a new season of B-Side as we begin our fall Bible Studies and dive into the Songs of Ascents. What does it look like to follow Jesus faithfully, together, through the ordinary rhythms of life?

It's Monday, September 14th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Former Muslim beaten badly by three Ugandan Muslim sons A 52-year-old Christian in eastern Uganda was recovering from injuries after his Muslim sons attacked him for leaving Islam, reports Morning Star News. Kibirige Abumusa returned home on August 9 after an extended stay in Jinja City, where he had put his faith in Jesus Christ on June 1 at an open-air evangelistic event after which he stayed for discipleship. Immediately after Abumusa's conversion, a Muslim imam in Jinja City told his son Budallah.  Upon his father's return, Budallah questioned his father about abandoning Islam, calling him an infidel, and told him that he did not deserve to live because of his decision to leave Islam. Budallah struck Abumusa with a stick, and his four other sons joined in beating him. By the time neighbors arrived, Abumusa was weak, bleeding from the nose and had wounds on his hands, legs, and back. Islam teaches that killing a former Muslim earns the killer paradise. Muslims make up just 12 percent of Uganda's population. In Matthew 16:24, Jesus said, “If any man will come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.” Detroit pastor declares: “Satan, you will not steal our country!” Appearing at the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas last week, Lorenzo Sewell, a black Detroit, Michigan pastor of the 180 Church, delivered a benediction which was well received. SEWELL: “I would like to preach a message entitled ‘Enough is enough.' How many know that we are saying today: ‘Not today, Satan'? “You will not steal our country. You will not have our children. You will not have our families. Enough is enough. I know I got somebody in this room that believes in the King of Glory, the One who is strong and mighty, the One who is mighty in battle.  He's got the only name given among men whereby we must be saved, and that's the name of Jesus. Come on now. If you believe in that name, put your hands together and give your great God great glory. “Devil, you won't have the land where my fathers died. Devil, you won't have the land of the Pilgrim's pride. From every mountainside, we believe that freedom will ring. If you believe where the spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. Come on, Texas, put your hands together, and give our great God great glory. (applause) “Before I take my seat, let me just ask you one question: ‘Are you proud to be an American?' CROWD: “Yes!” SEWELL: “For at least I know that I'm free, and I thank God for the men and the women that died, that gave that right to me. And I'm gonna stand up and fight, fight, fight for the soul of a nation. If that's you, put your hands together and give your God great glory.” (applause) Psalm 96:8 says, "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name.” While Lorenzo Sewell was in high school, his father went to prison for murder, and his younger brother was hit by a car and killed. That's when Sewell became heavily involved in drugs, drug dealing, and the gang life, ultimately becoming a gang leader. During his senior year of high school, while under the influence of drugs and alcohol in Daytona Beach, Florida, Sewell was kicked out of a resort. On his way out, the security guard told Sewell that he would pray for him. On April 18, 1999, Sewell attended his grandmother's church, and had a "Damascus Road" experience that turned his life around. No wonder, after his dramatic conversion, he chose to name his church the 180 Church. Rep. Brandon Gill: Mid-term election is mainstream vs. extreme Appearing at the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas on September 10th, Republican Congressman Brandon Gill of Texas explained what is at stake in the upcoming November 3rd election. GILL: “This election is very clear. It's the mainstream versus the extreme, because there's another political movement in our country right now that doesn't believe that America is or ever was great. (audience boos) “They sometimes call themselves socialists. Some even call themselves communists. But most of them simply go by Democrats. They're the ones who will tell you that your love for America is nothing but bigotry, that our heritage is rooted in white supremacy, and that your Christian faith is patriarchal and needs to be dismantled.” Trump promised $5,000 'dividend' for Americans if GOP wins midterms President Donald Trump opened his remarks at the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas with this comment. TRUMP: “The Democrats are getting nervous. They said, ‘If we did a midterm convention, nobody would show up.' This place is packed.” He made news for promising a financially irresponsible giveaway if Republicans retain the House and the Senate, reported CNBC News. Listen. TRUMP: “If the Republicans win the House of Representatives and the United States Senate, both of them, I will issue a dividend to every adult citizen in the United States of America for $5,000. Very much like a successful company will do a cash distribution to its shareholders, or like last year when I gave our great members of the military $1,776.” If the Republicans retain the House and the Senate, and President Trump makes good on that promised Treasury giveaway, it would add a whopping $1.3 trillion directly to the national debt, which already sits at $40 trillion. Sen. Fetterman will switch parties post election if GOP lose Senate And finally, appearing on "The Journal Editorial Report" on Fox News, Democratic strategist and pollster Doug Schoen explained what needs to happen for the Democrats to win the U.S. Senate. SCHOEN: “If Trump stays below 40 [percent], and the election is a referendum on him, that will work to the Democrats' advantage because the Democrats need a ‘wave election' for them to win the Senate. If it isn't a ‘wave election,' I don't think they do.” There are six states where the race for the U.S. Senate is a toss-up including Alaska, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Ohio and Texas.  For Democrats to take back the Senate, they need to pick up four of those six senate seats. Paul Gigot, the Fox host, asked why Democrats are going after Democratic Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, a defender of Israel and who defended Trump at the Midterm Convention, reports RealClearPolitics.com. GIGOT:  “So, let's talk about Fetterman. Why are Democrats going after Fetterman?” SCHOEN: “Because they are scared of two things. One, Fetterman attacking them. Second, Fetterman leaving them. And the third, Fetterman represents a brand of politics that I support, which is moderate, Democratic incrementalism and strong support for Israel and a strong American foreign policy. That is now off the table for my party. The world of Bill Clinton and the Democratic Leadership Council is gone.” The Democratic Leadership Council was a centrist group that was active from 1985 to 2011. It argued that the United States Democratic Party should shift away from the leftward turn it had taken since the late 1960s. One of its main purposes was to win back white, middle-class voters with ideas that addressed their concerns. The Democratic Leadership Council hailed the election and re-election of Bill Clinton as proof of their worldview. GIGOT: “Are you saying that it is now impossible for somebody to be vocally pro-Israel in the Democratic Party in a prominent role?” SCHOEN: “In an unabashed way, I'm saying yes. Look at Chuck Schumer. He has been far more outspoken about change in Jerusalem than in Tehran.” Then, Paul Gigot asked about Fetterman's long-term prospect in the Democratic Party which elicited a fascinating response from Doug Schoen. GIGOT:  “Briefly, can Fetterman win a Democratic primary in 2028?” SCHOEN:  “No, he cannot. He knows that. Democrats know that. That's why I think him going to do that cameo at the convention is a “crossing the Rubicon” for him, meaning that even if the Democrats win by one seat, my prediction would be [Fetterman] changes parties.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, September 14th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Pilgrim Songs | Psalm 120 Pastor Matt Looloian We're not home yet. In the opening message of Pilgrim Songs, Pastor Matt Looloian looks at Psalm 120 and reminds us that following Jesus is a pilgrimage—a long obedience in the same direction. We're called to leave behind counterfeit discipleship, cry out to God, and set out toward our true home. Let's be pilgrims. Let's keep walking with Jesus.

Tower of Babel; Cauldron and flesh; Tree of Life; Tree of Knowledge; Genesis 11; C19 and flu; Spreading fear; Great Reset?; Fear not!; Calm; Gen 11:1 - Language and Speech; "Uda barim"; Unified; Reading the bible in context; Chapter breaks?; Awareness; Ideology of God = Truth; Land of Shinar? Shin-nun-ayin-resh; Meaningful letters and words; "city" = civil structure - Terror?; Man-made; "tower" mem-gimel-dalet-lamad Migdal; Gen 11:5; Yod-resh-dalet - come down, go downwards; Causing effect on city/tower; Unrestrained; Walled cities?; Invasion; Jacob becoming Israel; "livestock"?; Restoring families; Babylon today; Becoming merchandise; Covetous practices; Cain's city-state; Altars; Gen 11:6 "One"; One purse?; East Timor; Pilgrims and Strangers; Equity in Jamestown; Forfeiting choice; Consequences; Melchizedek vs Abimelech; Righteous king of peace; Knowing your neighbor; "News" then and now; "yod" = divine spark; Electing rulers; Consequences of going against the way of God; Julius Caesar's choices; Questioning your understandings; Conflict of Visions?; Consuming sacrifices; Not to be like rulers of the Gentiles; Human nature?; Of the fallen; Proud believers; God's order; Plowing the adamah; Greed?; Corruption; Red Heifer; Power corrupts; Setting up systems where government takes; Welfare state?; Sin of Sodom; Addiction to benefits; Self-interest; Chores; Causes for peace and wealth; Law of Nature; Early Church organization; Charity; Natural constraints; Unconstrained civil structures; Exercising authority; "Corban"; Confounding speech - misunderstanding; Darkened eyes; Fleeing the light; Commandments to not covet; Parental sacrifice; Of? Or For children; Valuing family; Social Security?; Making the Word of God to none effect; Hearing the cries of your brothers; Wisdom of God; Feeling over fact; Bondage of Egypt; Globalism?; Seeking the answers of God; Are you doing what Jesus said?

In the literary landscape of seventeenth-century England, few trial scenes resonate with as much raw satire and visceral injustice as the Trial at Vanity Fair in John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress. Before the merciless magistrate Lord Hate-good and a jury composed of men like Mr. Malice and Mr. Cruelty, the pilgrim Faithful is condemned not for a genuine crime, but for daring to challenge the corrupt, self-serving norms of a culture obsessed with worldly indulgence. This courtroom farce was no mere construct of allegory or creative imagination; it was a thinly veiled, cathartic processing of Bunyan's own lived trauma. In November 1660, following the Restoration of King Charles II and the aggressive crackdown on religious dissent, Bunyan was arrested for preaching at an unlicensed gathering in Bedfordshire. Refusing to compromise his conscience or promise silence in exchange for leniency, the humble tinker turned preacher was sentenced to a brutal, twelve-year imprisonment in the squalid, overcrowded confines of the Bedford County Gaol. It was precisely within those damp, disease-ridden walls—isolated from his family and facing an indefinite loss of liberty—that Bunyan transmuted his personal legal struggles into eternal art, forging a narrative where the terrifying corruptions of earthly justice serve only to illuminate the ultimate triumph of the steadfast soul.

Join me for Part 2 of the Fourth Narrative to conclude 'The Way of a Pilgrim' . First published in nineteenth-century Russia, ‘The Way of a Pilgrim' is an anonymous text that follows a wandering pilgrim whose life is transformed by a single verse from St. Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians: “Pray without ceasing.”Determined to discover what this command truly means, he sets out across the Russian countryside in search of someone who can teach him the mystery of unceasing prayer. Exclusive Content and Ways to Support: Support me on Substack for ad-free content, bonus material, personal chatting and more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@monicaperezshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER on Apple Podcasts for AD FREE episodes and exclusive content! True Hemp Science: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://truehempscience.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PROMO CODE: MONICA Find, Follow, Subscribe & Rate on your favorite podcasting platform AND for video and social & more... Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://monicaperezshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@monicaperezshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rumble: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rumble.com/user/monicaperezshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/MonicaPerez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @monicaperezshow Instagram: @monicaperezshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesus doesn't say the world might hate you — He says it will. In this episode, we dig into John 15:18-20 and ask a question every believer needs to wrestle with: why does the world hate Christians?We look at four biblical reasons the world opposes followers of Jesus — because we're non-conformists, because the world hates truth, because people love their sin, and because they don't know God. Along the way we talk about the martyrdom of the apostles, Dietrich Bonhoeffer's "The Cost of Discipleship," the Vanity Fair scene from Pilgrim's Progress, and why smooth sailing in the Christian life isn't always a sign of God's blessing.If persecution and opposition are growing more common for Christians in the West, this episode will help you understand why — and how to respond with truth and love, not bitterness.This episode is brought to you by The Master's University — committed to Jesus Christ and the authority and sufficiency of His Word. Learn more at masters.edu