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This week Reid and Dan host GCP Artist to watch, Zach John King, out in God's Country. The three of them cover everything from what is was like for ZJK to grow up in Georgia, to quail hunting, to what the three of them are mad at. Zach shares what his journey to Nashville has looked like and how it started with him waiting tables only a few years ago in Downtown Nashville. Now, ZJK is opening for Morgan Wallen on his stadium tours and signing a major label record deal. Prepared to leave this episode feeling inspired to chase your dreams, as scary as it may be, and laughing audibly at New Guy Ray-dio makes another appearance. God's Country on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop God's Country Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Les Brown delivers a fiery message on becoming relentless in pursuit of your dreams. He urges you to release your brakes, outgrow past defeats, surround yourself with energetic people, and refuse to be denied. Life may test you, but if you stay resourceful, creative, and unstoppable, opportunities appear — and you rise.JOIN QOD CLUB. Ready to stop growing alone? Join QOD Club and connect with people who actually get you. Get weekly Monday Mentorship Calls, Wednesday Book Club discussions, and brand-new business, mindset, and social media trainings coming soon. Start your 30-day trial for only $9!GET MY TOP 28 BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Click here to get your free copy of “28 Books That Will Rewire Your Mindset for Success and Self-Mastery” curated by yours truly!Source: Les Brown You Gotta be Hungry Les Brown Greatest Speech Hosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Ashes Daily 2025, 2nd Test, Brisbane Day 5: We're wrapping things up from Brisbane the day after the Test, down by the church to say a prayer for England's campaign. The captain says they were weak at key moments, the coach says they tried too hard, and now they're off for more golf. How to decode this England effort? In the meantime, what does success mean for Australia, especially five-wicket hero Michael Neser and the still hungry Usman Khawaja. Get your copy of Bedtime Tales for Cricket Tragics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/tfwbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/thefinalword⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stop snoring with 5% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2025 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠zeussleeps.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get yourself some lovely BIG Boots UK, with 10% off at this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try the new Stomping Ground Final Word beer, or join Patreon to win a case: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠stompingground.beer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Maurice Blackburn Lawyers - fighting for workers since 1919: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mauriceblackburn.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your big NordVPN discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nordvpn.com/tfw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off Glenn Maxwell's sunnies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠t20vision.com/FINALWORD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find previous episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠finalwordcricket.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Title track by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Urthboy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you sure your home is ready for the holidays, or are there hidden dangers for your pet that you haven't thought about yet?Most pet parents prep for the obvious hazards, but the real risks are the ones you never see coming. In today's episode, veterinarian Dr. Zoo joins me for a walk-through of the surprising holiday hazards that slip into your home without you realizing it. From toxic treats to vintage décor to medications in bags and purses, we're breaking down the early warning signs that something is wrong and why timing matters more than most people realize.To raise awareness of common, current-day hazards, we discuss a wide range of items and substances that may appear in homes during the holidays, including some that may be legal in some places and illegal in others. No matter where you live, anything intoxicating or medicinal should always be kept securely out of reach of pets. By the time you finish listening, you'll discover: • How to spot the subtle early signs of toxicity before they escalate • Why some holiday substances become dangerous long before symptoms appear • What to do immediately if you find evidence your pet got into something • The one resource every pet parent should save in their phone for emergenciesHoliday chaos is stressful enough without a trip to the emergency vet. This episode gives you the insight you need to catch problems early and keep the season safe for your pets.CONNECT WITH DR. ZOO Family Animal Hospital | WebsiteOTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888) 426-4435Support the showLove the show? Share it with someone navigating the chaos of pet parenting, and please leave a 5-star review so others can find the pet advice they need. Follow:

Mark 13:32-37 (NKJV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the final bit of advice we need to hear from Jesus's speech. Be vigilant. Stay awake. Be aware. Be prepared. Don't wait to get ready.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=23611The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Send us a textYou've got 10 minutes until your next meeting.What if you could show up sounding sharp, strategic, and like you actually had time to prepare?Most founders wing meetings and hope for the best. Here's how to walk in sounding like a pro—even if you didn't do your homework—thanks to one quick AI prompt.Day 5 of 12 Days of AI Quick Wins is a must-listen for founders juggling packed calendars. Dawn reveals the 5-bullet Meeting Prep Brief you can generate with AI in minutes. No more rambling intros, missed opportunities, or forgetting to ask the key question. With this workflow, you'll ask smarter questions, build stronger rapport, and walk out with real momentum.Your Day 5 Action: - Look at your calendar. Pick the next meeting that matters. - Ten minutes before it starts, run the Meeting Prep Brief prompt. Walk in sharper, calmer, and ready to lead.Key Takeaways:Preparation > Performance. Even 5 minutes of strategy beats 50 minutes of winging it.Use the exact prompt: AI will deliver 3 must-knows, 3 questions to ask, and 1 landmine to avoid.You don't need to sound perfect—you need to sound present. This makes that easy.Real-world example: Learn how one founder used this to impress a VC with 10 minutes' notice.Why this matters: The better your meetings, the faster your business moves.Resources & Links:Get the full 12 Days of AI Quick Wins Toolkit – just $7Register FREE for the Day 13 Live AI Implementation Party – win a 90-minute Strategy IntensiveRelated Episodes:Day 1: Stop Overthinking ChatGPT: Free vs. $20—Which One Actually Matters for FoundersDay 2: The 3 AI Prompts Every Female Founder Needs in Her PhoneDay 3: Why ChatGPT Sounds Like a Corporate Robot (And the One Sentence That Fixes It)Day 4: Your Inbox is Overwhelming You: AI Email Triage for Female Founders (5 Minutes)Want to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

You will be prepared to receive the word of God coming through prophecy, so that when it's time to hear a prophetic word, you will be able to receive it well.

In late September, shortly after declaring antifa a "domestic terrorist", Trump issued a memorandum directing the IRS to investigate tax-exempt organizations that could be "directly or indirectly financing political violence or domestic terrorism" and nonprofit organizations reasonably felt concerned of being targeted. A couple of weeks later, Lydia and Thomas ran into Nick Fish, President of the American Atheists, at California Freethought Day and asked how he and the organization were holding up in light of everything. We're pleased to have Nick on to discuss what nonprofit organizations can do to protect themselves, as well as the people who have supported their mission and the communities they serve, when it is feeling less and less paranoid that the federal government might be coming for you. How can organizations fortify themselves through governing documents and organizational structure to donor databases and retention policies when the President of the United States could very well declare your nonprofit a supporter of domestic terrorism? Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence (NSPM-7) (9/25/2025) Support American Atheists!

Great podcast interviews aren't about the questions you ask your guest; they're about how well you listen. Getting this right takes intentionally! In this episode, Elizabeth Cush shares how mindful listening unlocks stronger connections with guests, reveals deeper stories, and keeps conversations engaging and human. Get ready to create interviews that resonate with listeners and make your guests feel seen and heard!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/360Chapters00:00 The Importance of Mindful Listening02:53 Transforming Interview Techniques05:59 Practical Tips for Engaging Conversations08:55 Continuous Improvement in PodcastingTakeawaysMindful listening is crucial for great interviews.Prepared questions can limit the flow of conversation.Being present allows for deeper connections with guests.Engaging with guests' stories leads to richer content.Take moments to ground yourself before interviews.Pay attention to audio and visual cues from guests.Rephrase questions to show active listening.It's okay to get distracted; just bring your focus back.Continuous practice improves podcasting skills.Every interview is an opportunity for growth.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/360

What To Do & When - Wedding Planning Step-by-Step21 Wedding BUDGET SAVING Tips YouTube Video:https://youtu.be/lbRocG0D-DI Want to ask Jamie your wedding planning questions? Join her in The Master Plan!What did you think about this episode?  What were your takeaways?  I want to hear your feedback!  Screenshot the episode and post your thoughts on Instagram and tag us @wolferandco. You can get your Perfect Wedding Timeline - HERE!Be sure to grab your Ultimate Wedding Day Checklist at https://www.wolferandco.com/engagechecklistYou are also invited to join the Facebook Wedding Community she has created for y'all to support each other. ❤️P.S. — These links may use affiliate platforms where commission may be earned based on clicks and/or purchases, and I would love it if you used them! It won't cost you anything extra, but affiliate links are RAD because they help creators like me to fund the free content we provide.

Clean air is vital in prepping: survive just 3 minutes without it. Guard against spills and smoke with masks, filters, and monitoring for better health outcomes. The post Prepping for Airborne Threats: Your Clean Air Survival Guide appeared first on Mind4Survival.

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On today’s show, we might have exposed some of our most sneaky listeners! Join Intern John, Sos, Rose, Hoody, Savera, and Erick as we find out what you found after looking them up online. We find out what condition Intern John made sure to talk into his contract that he will cash in today, plus we do an all NEW batch of Anyone Listening Who! All that and more with Intern John and Your Morning Show! Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is beauty? What is art? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Rosebrock (Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lindenwood, IL) joins Andy and Sarah for Episode 7 of our “Prepared with a Reason” series to talk about how the concepts of beauty and art intersect with our contemporary life, the discipline of philosophy that considers beauty and art, some worldly assumptions about beauty and what is beautiful, what happens when we try very hard to call things beautiful that really aren't, whether religion has a place in understanding or finding beauty, what God's Word teaches us about beauty, and how we can respond to worldly assumptions about beauty. Find the “Prepared with a Reason” curriculum at cph.org/prepared-with-a-reason-leaders-guide-digital-edition. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Is your retirement plan built on myths that could cost you? This episode of Beyond The Money tackles common misconceptions about income, taxes, and annuities, revealing why sustainable planning matters more than chasing big returns. Host Jackie Campbell and the team at Campbell and Company break down how your financial history shapes your future, why tax surprises happen in retirement, and how annuities can provide stability—if you understand the details. Discover why your plan should evolve with your life, not just your assets. For more information or to schedule a consultation call 352-251-1015 or visit www.mycampbellandco.com! Follow us on social media: Facebook | YouTube | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The globalist machine is collapsing under its own weight while America's enemies position themselves for the final strike. From Venezuela's impending military confrontation to the Muslim Brotherhood's infiltration of U.S. institutions, the next few weeks will determine whether patriots stand ready or fall unprepared. The silver market's explosive surge isn't just about profits—it's a warning signal that the economic reset is already underway, and those who ignore it will watch their wealth evaporate overnight. ____________ VERITY METALS Convert your 401k or IRA into physical gold to protect your retirement from a volatile stock market and inflation. Your gold can be safely stored at a location of your choice, including your own business. https://converttogold.com ____________ FOLLOW US X: https://x.com/RepMattShea Telegram: https://t.me/patriotradious Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/patriotradious Podcast: https://mattshea.podbean.com #live #patriotradious #news #truth #america

Girls Gone WoW keeps the Warcraft community in the know from a fresh perspective. Join #teampositive and their plethora of guests from the community each and every week! Are you ready for the patch this week??? Housing is nearly here but what else are we excited about and what is even happening. Don't worry – we got you! We've got the rundown in this weeks show! We hope you enjoy the show – if you want to be a guest you can get in touch with us on Discord by joining us at bit.ly/ggw-discord or email us at girlsgonewowpodcast@gmail.com Find this episode and many others at https://www.bonusroll.gg/directory/girls-gone-wow/

In this episode, Pastor Matt invites us into a deeper posture of holy expectation — not hype, not striving, but the steady awareness that every moment is already sacred because every moment is union.We explore what it means to live awake to the Presence we already carry, to prepare our hearts not through effort but through tenderness, and to recognize the appointed moments where heaven and earth meet.This message calls us to end the ebb-and-flow mindset, embrace the truth that we are God's resting place, and step into the kind of expectation that opens the heart instead of exhausting it.If you're hungry for a lifestyle of union, communion, and holy anticipation, this teaching will mark you.Listen and lean in — awareness is the doorway, and union is the invitation

In our second hour, Mika Dahiya, Head of Civilian Investigations and Support and a founding member of zeroShadow, a leading cryptocurrency and Web3 incident response firm. She is here to talk about the many scams which affect folks of all ages. For Audio Sorbet, we're keeping it simple and light, catching up from the weekend and dodging the weather. And to celebrate our return from a long holiday weekend, we have This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Look At That S Car Go Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Mika Dahiya

November 30, 20225. First Sunday of Advent homily by Fr. Matt Lowry about how Christ calls us to be prepared now for His coming. Our efforts will be worth it for the joy of His Second Coming.

Sunday Morning, November 30, 2025Given by Dr. Kevin DeYoung | Senior Pastor, Christ Covenant ChurchA People PreparedLuke 1:5-25Watch on YouTubeDownload our mobile app

Are you ready for Christmas? We ask each other about our readiness for lots of things: vacation, a new job, start of school; but that all pales in comparison to how we inquire of each other’s readiness for Christmas. We ask strangers if they are ready for Christmas! What are we asking about? Cooking and shopping, maybe travel plans, or parties to prepare. Church! Don’t forget that Christmas Eve service. With the time, money and energy we give to preparing, seems appropriate to ask, 'Does God think we are prepared?'

November 30th, 2025:  Be Prepared Whether He Returns in 5 Minutes or in 5,000 Years; Prepare with Prayer; Advent is a Time of Active Waiting; Waiting for Christmas

Despite the expectation of opposition, Jesus' kingdom of witnesses will advance according to God's plan, built on the apostolic foundation.

Luke 1:5-25 English Standard VersionBirth of John the Baptist Foretold5 In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. 6 And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. 7 But they had no child, because Elizabeth was barren, and both were advanced in years.8 Now while he was serving as priest before God when his division was on duty, 9 according to the custom of the priesthood, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.10 And the whole multitude of the people were praying outside at the hour of incense. 11 And there appeared to him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense. 12 And Zechariah was troubled when he saw him, and fear fell upon him.13 But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John. 14 And you will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth, 15 for he will be great before the Lord. And he must not drink wine or strong drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother's womb.16 And he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God, 17 and he will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready for the Lord a people prepared.”18 And Zechariah said to the angel, “How shall I know this? For I am an old man, and my wife is advanced in years.” 19 And the angel answered him, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I was sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news. 20 And behold, you will be silent and unable to speak until the day that these things take place, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled in their time.” 21 And the people were waiting for Zechariah, and they were wondering at his delay in the temple.22 And when he came out, he was unable to speak to them, and they realized that he had seen a vision in the temple. And he kept making signs to them and remained mute. 23 And when his time of service was ended, he went to his home.24 After these days his wife Elizabeth conceived, and for five months she kept herself hidden, saying, 25 “Thus the Lord has done for me in the days when he looked on me, to take away my reproach among people.”English Standard Version (ESV)The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.ESV Text Edition: 2025. 

What does our Lord mean by stay awake? How do we prepare during the Advent season? Listen to my homily for answers to these questions and for more information.

The sermon for the First Sunday in Advent, Matthew 24:29-44, by the Rev. Bo Ubbens. Support the show

Read Online“Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come. Be sure of this: if the master of the house had known the hour of night when the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and not let his house be broken into. So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.” Matthew 24:42–44How does one “stay awake” as our Lord commands us? We receive this holy exhortation as we enter into a new liturgical year. In Advent, we begin at the beginning. We ponder the Incarnate Son of God dwelling as a human Child in the precious womb of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We anticipate the celebration of His birth into the world at Christmas. As the liturgical year progresses, we will prayerfully walk through each moment of His life, from the events of His childhood, to His public ministry, and ultimately His death, resurrection, and ascension into Heaven.Our Lord's exhortation to stay awake invites us to be attentive to the ways that the Son of God's human life speaks to us, calling us to become fully united to Him so as to share in the glorious gifts of holiness in this life and eternal salvation in the next. After exhorting us to stay awake, the Son of God said, “For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” Of course, we know He came into this world over 2,000 years ago in physical form. This exhortation is not only a call to ponder that event long ago; it's also an invitation and exhortation to become continuously more attentive to the effect that His historical coming has upon us today. Advent is a season that invites us to reflect on Christ's first coming in Bethlehem, His daily coming to us in grace, and His final coming at the end of time. These moments are intimately connected, as each prepares us more fully for the next.From Heaven, the Son of God continues to descend to us, inviting each of us to conceive Him in our souls by grace, to be attentive to His divine presence within us, and to nurture His divine presence so that He will grow and live within us, making us true members of His Body, the Church. Staying awake means being aware of Christ's presence in every moment and cultivating a personal relationship with Him that is alive and growing. This Advent, ask yourself: How am I nurturing my relationship with Jesus so that I am ready to meet Him whenever He comes?Jesus calls us to be prepared at every moment of every day, “for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.” Though this is a promise that He will return one day to judge the living and the dead at the end of time, it is also a promise that He relentlessly pursues us here and now, communicating to us by grace and inviting us to be transformed more fully, so as to love Him and manifest His love to the world around us. As we mature in our faith, God often speaks in subtler ways, inviting us to listen with the ears of our hearts. These gentle whispers of grace require us to be even more attuned to His presence, ready to respond to His call in the quiet moments of our day.Reflect today on Jesus' exhortation to be awake, vigilant, attentive, and ready to love Him in the smallest ways. To stay spiritually awake, cultivate habits that keep you attuned to God's presence: set aside time for daily prayer, receive the sacraments frequently, and be mindful of opportunities to serve others. These practices will help you remain vigilant and ready to encounter Christ at any moment. Search for Him this Advent, and never tire of loving Him in your prayer and in those around you. The Son of God continuously comes to you “at an hour you do not expect.” By building a spiritual habit of being prepared, you will meet and love Him throughout your day. My ever-present Lord, You surround me with Your grace and flood me with Your mercy day and night. Please give me a heart that is attentive and receptive to You so that I can receive all that You wish to bestow and love You and others with Your Sacred Heart. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image via Web Gallery of ArtSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Alex Ferrari hosts Sonia Choquette, discussing her profound impact on his spiritual journey and the energetic shifts experienced during their Zoom session. Sonia emphasizes humanity's transition to a multi-dimensional existence, urging people to recognize their souls and inner senses. She highlights the importance of joy, laughter, and connecting with one's spirit to navigate the current chaotic changes.Sonia channels her guides, Joachim and the Emissaries of the Third Ray, who offer insights on divine laws, humanity's future, and practical advice for maintaining a higher frequency. The session concludes with Sonia providing tools for calibrating one's energy and connecting with the divine.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

America is struggling to build ships, missiles and drones, even as war rages in eastern Europe and tensions rise in Asia. What's the answer? Kate Odell speaks with analyst Seth Jones about his new book “The American Edge,” and how the U.S. can still meet the world's threats, with free enterprise and presidential leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rabbi Schneider teaches how God brings us through trials and how we can be confident that He is conforming us to the image of Christ. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner  **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate **** TEACHING NOTES -  https://djj.show/96f

Nick & John fill in the audience at the 2025 Homesteaders of America Conference in Front Royal Virginia, on the essentials of being prepared for whatever comes your way.SPONSOR: Tuttle Twins TVIf you're a parent like me, sitting down to watch wholesome, quality entertainment as a family is paramount, especially this holiday season. Get access to Season 4 of the Tuttle Twins and hundreds of great movies and shows like Sound of Freedom, Wingfeather, and Sketch.Join the Angel Guild for less than $8 during the holidays at Angel.com/NickFreitas-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickfreitas3.0

Are You Prepared to Face Your Death? Have You Prepared Your Family for Your Death and Led them on a Path to Their Eternal Life? MESSAGE SUMMARY: Most of us do not like to think about and plan for death, especially our own. However, Paul in. Romans 6:23, made your life and death position very clear: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.". As part of your preparations for eternity, you should take one time each year to evaluate and to reflect on your position for facing death and realizing eternal life by identifying those changes that you must make in your life and in your relationship with God. This preparation for your death will be a blessing for you and your family. Are you prepared to face your death? Will you have eternal life? What about those you leave behind – are you being a good steward?  Also, what about your family? Is your family prepared for your earthly death and their earthly death; and have you led your family on a path to receive their eternal life? In Matthew 28:18, Jesus gave us His Great Commission for your life focus: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.". Have you followed Jesus' Great Commission, for your own family, by making disciples of your family members?     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, everything in me resists following you into the garden of Gethsemane to fall on my face to the ground before you. Grant me the courage to follow you all the way to the cross, whatever that might mean for my life. And then, by your grace, lead me to resurrection life and power. In Jesus' name, amen.   Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 100). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Past Failures. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Grace. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans 5:12-15; Romans 7:24-25; Matthew 28:18-20; Psalms 147:1-20. WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Turkeys and Eagles, Part 5: Following Jesus Changes Everything in Our Families” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

This ep, Xero, Grue, CoinOps, and Dan talk about some of the things they've heard, seen, and read that somewhat prepared them for modern times.Links:https://www.neondystopia.com/https://www.patreon.com/neondystopia/https://rss.com/podcasts/l0wl1f3podcast/https://youtube.com/@l0wl1f3pod?feature=shareddiscord.gg/M6fGZERb7Zhttps://cyberpunklibrarian.com/

As we step into December, MOST of the world begins to slow down. But for business owners… the end-of-the-year season can be one of the most stressful and hectic times. Maybe you want to rest and take a couple of weeks off — but you know that an entire new year of business is just around the corner. So how can you close out 2025 strategically, and then move into 2026 feeling ready (and rested!)? That's how you'll finish this episode of the HerBusiness Podcast feeling. Ready. Prepared. And able to finally relax. I'll be walking you through a series of strategic reflection questions that will help you analyse what really worked in 2025, what needs to change in your business in 2026, and how to lean more into aligned and intentional action this next year. Here's What You'll Discover in the Episode:  Why reflection is a business strategy (NOT just a 'feel good' exercise) and how it can completely shift how you look at your next year in business. The first step to unlocking a full and honest overview of your 2025, and how to use it to assess what actually worked. The one unexpected question that every woman business owner needs to ask herself if she expects genuine improvement and change next year. My method for identifying the key decisions that truly created momentum in your business (and which were actually shiny distractions). Discover the habits, systems, and boundaries that give you LEVERAGE in your work – so you can do more of what you love in 2026, and less of what you don't. How to identify what needs to be cut out completely in your business plan. My sworn-by structure for setting time aside for a reflection session – to review your calendar, finances, wins, challenges, and unspoken realisations of 2025. The ONE question you need to answer for yourself to feel ready to move into 2026 intentionally.   Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Justeen Parsons | Founder of The Lever HerBusiness Podcast Episode 326: When You've Outgrown Your Business: How to Reignite Your Spark in Midlife The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan

How do we know what is right and wrong? The Rev. Joe Cox (Director of Curriculum and Education at Lutheran High School South in St. Louis, MO) joins Andy and Sarah for Episode 6 of our “Prepared with a Reason” series to talk about what ethics is and how ethics has been used throughout history, how humans have known right from wrong and how these ideas or philosophies have changed over the years, the assumptions of the world regarding ethics, how we respond with God's Word, and how he uses these ideas as he teaches high school students. Find the “Prepared with a Reason” curriculum at cph.org/prepared-with-a-reason-leaders-guide-digital-edition. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

"Well, I always tell actors to always bring your A game to every audition. Because you never know. Like exactly what Matt just said. I have extensive notes on actor's that I've read. And I go, 'This guy is really good we can bring him in for another part.' Sometimes for the same project. Sometimes I go, 'Oh yeah we are going to bring him in for this project down the road.' So you know what I mean, you always bring your A game to every audition. And you don't get it, you don't get it. There's a million factors that go into the casting process."Today's episode is a sit down with Casting Director Lisa London. Lisa has been a Casting Director for 30 plus years and has cast over a 100 successful film and television shows. Along with her business partner, Catherine Stroud, they have cast many notable actors and actresses at the beginning of their careers who have all gone on to become stars; such as Miley Cyrus in Hannah Montana, Jonah Hill in Grandma's Boy, Emma Stone, Katharine McPhee and Kat Dennings in House Bunny, Selena Gomez in two Disney pilots - What's Stevie Thinking and Arwin, Jennifer Aniston in her first feature, Leprechaun, Mark Ruffalo in the CBS series, Due South, Brad Pitt in an episode of the series, Freddy's Nightmares, Megan Hilty, Adrian R. Mante, Cierra Ramirez and Joey King in The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, Yara Shahidi in her first television series, The First Family and Noah Centineo in a Disney pilot, Growing Up and Down.In today's conversation Matt and Lisa discuss what it takes to be a successful working actor and how to leave an impression while enjoying the process of being an actor.Lisa's Book, From Start to Stardom: The Casting Director's Guide For Actors, is available now on Amazon.Lisa's classes can be found on her website From Start to Stardom.10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you're battling to overcome rejection in your career or life.So, if you're an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE.Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you.SHOW LINKS:10,000 NOs: THE BOOKSUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTERFOLLOW MATT ON SOCIALFIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

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Digital money, digital IDs, and expanding surveillance are no longer distant ideas—they are here and will impact every person and nation. As technology continues to reshape daily life and cash steadily fades, the question is: are you prepared for what is coming next?

Michael discusses President Trump's meeting with NY mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani. 11.20.25 - MSNBC Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/ Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-steele-podcast/id1412905534 Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o If you enjoyed this video, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

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November 17-23The Book of Mormon is indeed a special witness for our times. It is the story of a people who centered their lives on the prophecies of the coming of a Messiah, who is Jesus Christ the Lord. They put their hopes in His Coming and in His Atoning Sacrifice that would be wrought. They anxiously awaited His Coming. They prepared a place for Him to come. They waited for six hundred years for His arrival. And then He came as promised! We are no different in our day. We know that He is coming. Many prophecies of His Coming have been given in our day. A place has been prepared for Him to come. And He will come! Section 133 gives us much to think about to prepare for His inevitable and glorious arrival. Let's explore this together.

I grew up in my high school. years in rural Pennsylvania.  Much of what my family did at the time is what is considered classic prepper behaviour today.  We had a garden, we canned and stored a ton of food in the basement, we hunted and fished as much for sport as for food.  We made jerky and sausage from venison, stews from all of the odd cuts of both hunted and store bought meats.  We organized berry picking groups in blue and blackberry seasons and spilt up shares t the end of the day. My grand parents kept chickens … Continue reading →