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Broadway Director & Choreographer JoAnn M. Hunter (Bad Cinderella, School of Rock) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss creating kind communities in theatre, her magical new production of Disney's The Little Mermaid at Paper Mill Playhouse, why she only wants to work with compassionate people and more. JOANN M. HUNTER (Director & Choreographer). Always an honor and treat to be back at Paper Mill Playhouse! Over 30 Broadway, West End, and Australian first-class credits. Directed and choreographed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Early and infant stages: director-choreographer of Jo: The Little Women Musical, Yasuke: The Legend of the Black Samurai, and Birds of New York by Sophie B. Hawkins. I have worked with some extraordinary creatives in my career. How very lucky was I. In honing my craft, I keep my mentors in my heart. I am proud to be a Japanese American woman, and am more than just that. Follow Megan ⁠@meganhilty⁠ Follow us ⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠ / ⁠@robpeterpaul⁠ ⁠Support the show⁠! (⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is "confidence" just a feeling you're supposed to magically have? Think again! We're debunking the biggest myths about self-belief that are holding you back from becoming your most authentic and capable self.Boost your Communication Skills and get the life and job you want

Is "confidence" just a feeling you're supposed to magically have? Think again! We're debunking the biggest myths about self-belief that are holding you back from becoming your most authentic and capable self.Boost your Communication Skills and get the life and job you want

Show Notes: What is Abundance? And is it a Good Thing?OverviewThis newsletter explores the concept of abundance, particularly in the context of technology, energy, and capital. It challenges debates about whether abundance is real or manageable, presenting it instead as an unstoppable force rapidly reshaping business, society, and governance. The content spans trends from explosive AI-driven startup growth and energy breakthroughs to shifts in media, venture capital, and political dynamics.Listeners will find this collection compelling because it connects broad macro forces—technology advances, energy cost collapses, investment flows—with societal and economic changes. It offers a nuanced view that acknowledges friction and obstacles but maintains optimism that abundance is already here, accelerating, and fundamentally altering the rules across multiple domains.Key Trend 1: Explosive Growth and Changing Dynamics in AI-Driven Innovation and FundingThe emergence of AI as a multiplier of human capability is driving unprecedented revenue growth in startups, reshaping the venture capital landscape, and redefining what “scale” means. Late-stage funding surges and monumental investments in AI infrastructure reflect growing confidence in AI's commercial potential.The top 10% of B2B AI startups are achieving astronomic 236% ARR growth, marking a departure from the efficiency-first era to rapid expansion and capturing “escape velocity.”The size of top-1% venture-backed exits is nearly doubling every five years, signaling massive future capital returns at the intersection of cloud, mobile, and AI platforms.Late-stage AI investments dominate funding, including mega rounds like Anthropic's $3.5B Series E, underscoring belief in scalability and profitability.Oracle's $40B commitment to Nvidia chips for OpenAI's new data center exemplifies the scale of capital pouring into AI infrastructure needed to power trillion-parameter models.The explosion of AI integration across tools, like Perplexity Labs generating complex work products or multiple AI agents collaborating on code, highlights multi-layered adoption in workflows.Key Trend 2: Energy Abundance as the Prerequisite for Sustainable Technological and Societal GrowthEnergy is the foundational “subsidy” enabling societal complexity, climate action, and advanced AI. Rapid advances in solar, nuclear, and fusion research herald a future of "energy too cheap to meter," which will be a game changer as demand explodes.Energy breakthroughs have historically powered leaps in human development—from fire to fossil fuels—and solar energy is the latest, with plummeting costs creating a tipping point.Government reform, grid modernization, and deregulation are essential to accelerate adoption and infrastructure buildout.Upcoming nuclear small modular reactors and fusion research (including AI-assisted catalyst discovery) represent critical next steps along the energy innovation trajectory.Meeting urgent energy needs is critical for climate solutions, AI's soaring compute demand, and sustaining democratic institutions and economies.Key Trend 3: Institutional Friction vs. Market-Led Speed and Execution in Technology and GovernmentWhile abundance forces press forward, friction remains, especially rooted in institutional inertia, regulatory complexity, and political coalitions. However, the market champions the agile and fast-executing players who prioritize speed over bureaucratic safety.Biden administration's infrastructure rollout illustrates government slowness: trillions in spending with slow or no visible results.Companies achieving rapid ARR growth routinely bypass “progressive coalition politics” favoring execution and iteration.Elon Musk's brief tenure in government showed the challenges of applying private-sector efficiency models to public institutions, ending with his resignation amid political conflicts.The “Abundance Agenda” calls for governance reform but faces entrenched interest-group resistance, reflecting recurring liberal factional rivalries.Key Trend 4: The Shifting Media and Information Ecosystem—From Screening to Summarizing, and the Challenge to Web ContentAI-powered search is transforming how users access information, moving from link-based discovery to AI-generated summaries that threaten traditional web traffic patterns and publisher revenue models.Google's AI Overviews and AI Mode prioritize summarization over link retrieval, reducing user clicks to websites, shifting how “the web” is monetized and accessed.This shift generates tensions as content creators face reduced traffic even as their editorial authority becomes more valuable to AI training.New protocols like Microsoft's NLWeb aim to make websites more accessible to AI agents, signaling an evolution toward AI-powered conversational interfaces.Publishers' survival depends increasingly on establishing verified fact-based content and new business models compensating their data contribution to AI.Key Trend 5: The Democratization and Accelerated Meme-ification of Venture Capital and CultureThe VC landscape, and culture at large, is increasingly shaped by rapid narrative cycles, social media algorithms, and AI-driven content creation, emphasizing hype and viral content while paradoxically increasing the importance of genuine personal connection and location.Meme coins like Fartcoin, driven by AI-generated hype, show how narrative velocity can create rapid yet often ephemeral market spikes influencing capital flows.Social media and AI have democratized “taste,” with rapid cycles of trend formation driven by platform algorithms favoring engagement over depth.Venture capital branding is evolving to embrace memes and out-of-home advertising to reach broader retail investor audiences, challenging traditional LP communication.Despite hyper-meme culture, location and face-to-face networks remain crucial as a grounding force amid accelerated, digital-first trends. 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Welcome to today's episode, where we're diving into something we all wrestle with—imperfection. Here's the truth: it's perfectly okay to be imperfect—perfectly imperfect, in fact! There's such freedom in that phrase. While we absolutely aim to show up prepared, polished, and doing our best, life has a way of tossing in surprises, missteps, and messy moments. And guess what? That's not failure—it's just real life. No matter how many planners you buy or how many inspirational quotes you tape to your mirror, something's always just slightly off—and that's okay. So today, let's laugh a little, learn a lot, and celebrate the freedom that comes with embracing the messy middle. See full article: https://goalsforyourlife.com/perfectly-imperfect Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com  #leadershipauthenticity #midlifeawakening #joycemeyer #perfectionism #giftsofimperfection CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 04:15 - Why Imperfections Shine: Embracing Flaws 05:49 - Embracing the Imperfect Mole: Celebrating Uniqueness 08:37 - The Myth of Having It All Together: Challenging Perfectionism 11:17 - Performance is Overrated: Authenticity Over Achievement 13:43 - Embrace Your Scars: Strength in Vulnerability 14:15 - Perfection is Not a Prerequisite for Impact: Making a Difference 14:27 - Drop the Act and Breathe: Finding Inner Peace 14:50 - Living for Applause is Exhausting: The Cost of Validation 15:11 - Sign Up for Our Newsletter: Stay Connected 15:47 - Own Who You Are: Self-Acceptance Journey 16:05 - See You Next Time: Closing Thoughts 16:12 - Share and Follow Us: Join Our Community   Summary: Embracing Imperfection for Authentic Wholeness In the meeting, Deborah Johnson discussed the importance of embracing imperfection, particularly for those at mid-career or halftime of life. She highlighted how social media often presents a curated, perfect image, which can be misleading and unrealistic. Deborah emphasized that it's okay to be imperfect and that imperfections can tell a story, as seen in the unique characteristics of opals and salt and pepper diamonds. She also shared personal experiences and referenced famous individuals like Marilyn Monroe, who embraced their imperfections. Deborah encouraged listeners to let go of the illusion of having it all together and to focus on wholeness and authenticity, rather than constant performance. She concluded by urging listeners to embrace their unique beauty and to take their next chapter of life seriously.

Harav Yehuda Weiner explains, based on the pesukim in this week's parsha, that in order to truly prepare for Kabolas HaTorah and the Yom Tov of Shavuos, one must grow in the middah of chesed.

Prayer Series: The Prerequisite of a Productive Prayer Life-Lesson # 2

Prayer Series: The Prerequisite of a Productive Prayer Life-Lesson # 2

In this episode, we will discuss the importance of rising up in the midst of falling down.www.blackandmissinginc.orgmissing kids hotline: 1-800-843-5678JAMES YOUNG, from Florence, SC-sex: male-age: 17-date missing: 8/29/24LARRY ROBINSON, from Las Vegas,NV-sex:male, age:17, date missing: 1/15/25

The Raiders are spending a lot of time with high-level prospects that live to compete. Join #LasVegasRaiders Beat Writer @HondoCarpenter for an Easter edition of Ridin' w/Hondo & Dexter on the @FansFirstSN. #Raiders #RaidersNation #NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host: Emily Hatfield  |  Released Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Looking into the life of Judah's faithful King Asa, we can be encouraged that our own faithfulness is not dependent upon that of our parents. While his grandfather, Rehoboam, and his father, Abijam, were unfaithful kings, Asa broke away from their negative example. He even went […]

Host: Emily Hatfield  |  Released Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Looking into the life of Judah's faithful King Asa, we can be encouraged that our own faithfulness is not dependent upon that of our parents. While his grandfather, Rehoboam, and his father, Abijam, were unfaithful kings, Asa broke away from their negative example. He even went […]

Tonight's teaching is a prophetic deep dive into Proverbs 13 with a sobering reminder: wisdom must go before movement. Many of us are trying to build, love, heal, and grow without first seeking wisdom—and it's costing us. In this episode, I share verse-by-verse insight into what it means to walk in wisdom, the dangers of rejecting correction, and how to position yourself for divine alignment and breakthrough.Whether you're a single mom, a woman rebuilding after disappointment, or simply someone who's tired of moving in cycles—this teaching will meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity.We also close with prophetic prayer points for April, specifically for:Women in survival modeSingle moms needing provision and strengthHealing from disappointment and delaysBreaking cycles and walking in purposeRebuilding confidence, consistency, and clarityShare this with another woman who's been crying out for direction. Wisdom is not optional in this season—it's the prerequisite.✨ Subscribe to stay connected

That is the prerequisite.I Am the Prerequisite,for everything you think you want,or need to be happy.Feeling Me you come to see that you are happy.And then the world will rush to prove that. And then you will rush to prove Me,to bring Me to the world. And I will help you. But right now I just need you to practice My Presence.Eyes closed. Chin up.Smiling. Breathe, Me. I Love you, nik _________________________--Blessed Rosaries are back in stock!--Wake Up to Love, and pray the Holy Rosary, pray the LOVE with us LIVE every weekday morning at 4:44 am ET

Sermon Series: “Be Bold & Courageous: The Gospel According to Joshua” Sermon Text: Joshua 4:1-24 Sermon Title: “Here I Raise My Ebenezer” Sermon Slides: SLIDE 1 – Sermon Title Slide SLIDE 2 – 1 Samuel 7:12 – “Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen and called its name Ebenezer; for he said, ‘Till now the Lord has helped us.'” SLIDE 3 – Rev. John Trapp (1601-69) – “This is an ancient practice to propagate and perpetuate the memory of special mercies … that they grow not stale … and excite us to duty.” SLIDE 4 – Today's Big Idea: We Also Must Raise Our Ebenezer … for God is our Helper. For God Has Lifted Us Up … So That We Might Lift Him Up. SLIDE 5 – Point 1: The Purpose of the Ebenezer … Celebrating Inside the Promised Land. (vv. 1-19) SLIDE 6 – Principle 1 (from vv. 1-13): “Fidelity is a Prerequisite for Victory. We won't have spiritual victory … if we fail to follow intentionally.” SLIDE 7 – Principle 2 (from vv. 1-13): “Unity is a Prerequisite for Fidelity. Unity is the foundation … but divisions cause decay.” SLIDE 8 – Insert a Copy of Point #1 of Sermon SLIDE 9 – Galatians 5:15 – “But if you bite and devour one another, watch out that you are not consumed by one another.” SLIDE 10 – Principle 3 (from vv. 1-13): “We can't win against the enemy if we keep inflicting friendly fire.” SLIDE 11 – Insert a Copy of Point #1 of Sermon SLIDE 12 – Principle 1 (from vv. 14-19): “The Law can't take you into the New Creation, it can only break you. Only the Gospel can bring you in.” SLIDE 13 – Insert a Copy of Point #1 of Sermon SLIDE 14 – Conclusion: “The raising of this Ebenezer is an enduring sermon which celebrates Israel's Obedient Participation, Joshua's Full Elevation, but most importantly, God's Covenant Salvation which led them into Canaan.” SLIDE 15 – Rev. Dale Ralph Davis (1944-Present): “The greatest enemy of faith may be forgetfulness.” SLIDE 16 – Point 2: The Meaning of the Ebenezer … Lifting Up our Promise-Keeping God. (vv. 20-24) SLIDE 17 – Sermon Use 1: We Lift God Up … by Teaching His Truth. SLIDE 18 – The Ebenezer Principle: Truth must be taught to all believers in general, but particular attention must be given to ourselves and our children. SLIDE 19 – Insert a Copy of Sermon Use #1 SLIDE 20 – Sermon Use 2: We Lift God Up … by Showing His Character. SLIDE 21 – The Ebenezer Principle: The Gospel is to be used not only by unbelievers for their salvation, but by believers for their sanctification. SLIDE 22 – Sermon Use 3: We Lift God Up … by Worshipping His Name. SLIDE 23 – The Ebenezer Principle: Our hope is not in lifeless stones, but in the living God.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2874: Matt McLeod shares how questioning long-held beliefs about fitness, success, self-love, and even food can lead to a more fulfilling life. By letting go of misleading ideas and embracing brutal honesty, we can remove unnecessary suffering and focus on what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mattmcleod.org/unlearning/ Quotes to ponder: “It's clear how this played out, but the crucial lesson was this: to get closer to the Truth, I have to be willing to unlearn at any given moment.” “What got you here won't get you where you want to go. It's time for something different; it's time to unlearn.” “True self-love is brutal honesty. You need to have the courage to recognize every dreadful thing about yourself, then actually work towards improving it.” Episode references: Goodfellas (1990): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099685/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2874: Matt McLeod shares how questioning long-held beliefs about fitness, success, self-love, and even food can lead to a more fulfilling life. By letting go of misleading ideas and embracing brutal honesty, we can remove unnecessary suffering and focus on what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mattmcleod.org/unlearning/ Quotes to ponder: “It's clear how this played out, but the crucial lesson was this: to get closer to the Truth, I have to be willing to unlearn at any given moment.” “What got you here won't get you where you want to go. It's time for something different; it's time to unlearn.” “True self-love is brutal honesty. You need to have the courage to recognize every dreadful thing about yourself, then actually work towards improving it.” Episode references: Goodfellas (1990): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099685/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unfortunately, I will say that most people don't love themselves. They think they do and will tell you quick that they do, but lack understanding that they really don't. However, like I always say, the truth shows by the choices and decisions people make and who and what they allow in their lives. You, me, and all of us, create the monsters in our lives. Millions suffer so much hurt through relationships choices because individuals are unhealed, hurt, and immature people who get with; unhealed, hurt, and immature people. People want what they want until they get it and realize it's not what they want at all. Most people don't allow themselves to mature mentally. A good positive mindset is everything. People search high and low for love, when they need to look inward. Loving yourself changes your life!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Heather “Lucky” Penney explores space launch operations, infrastructure, and technologies with Brad Appel, the Chief Technology Officer of Ursa Major, and Mitchell Institute's Charles Galbreath. Today, all U.S. military operations rely on space capabilities and effects delivered from the on-orbit architecture. Assured access to space and robust launch infrastructure are foundational for mission success—especially given growing demand and the realities of a burgeoning threat environment. Launch operations remain a technically challenging mission and must not be taken for granted. Factors like confidence, capacity, cadence, and cost are hugely important for future launch solutions. Credits: Host: Heather “Lucky” Penney, Senior Resident Fellow, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin  Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Charles Galbreath, Senior Resident Fellow for Space Studies, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence (MI-SPACE) Guest: Brad Appel, Chief Technology Officer, Ursa Major Papers and images listed on our site, here! Links: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #space Thank you for your continued support!

To live a holy, safe, blessed life, we urgently need humility!

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While men like Murray Rothbard and Ludwig von Mises believed in “just” war, nonetheless, they did not believe that wars lead to “just” outcomes, as war leads to destruction of civilization. The outcome of the American war of secession proved that point eloquently.Original article: Peace as a Prerequisite for Civilization

While men like Murray Rothbard and Ludwig von Mises believed in “just” war, nonetheless, they did not believe that wars lead to “just” outcomes, as war leads to destruction of civilization. The outcome of the American war of secession proved that point eloquently.Original article: Peace as a Prerequisite for Civilization

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In today's empowering moment, we explore the influential concept that "War is the prerequisite to peace" and its profound implications for our lives and faith. Diving into the words of Jesus, "I did not come to bring peace but a sword," we discuss how true peace often requires the uncomfortable process of confronting and cutting away what opposes God's truth. Prophet Johnson examines how this "sword" isn't a call to physical conflict but a metaphor for the dividing and transformative power of God's message, challenging our most profound attachments and assumptions.RESOURCES

Send us a textHit the Buy Me A Coffee Button if you like the show!Firefighter Nation launched earlier this month and they're doing some very good things.  I'm giving a quick look at their mission and what they are delivering to the fire service.Then I'm giving a nod to a lieutenant who is retiring this month.  I worked with this guy in the last couple years and he has been throwing around a saying that stuck with me.  Suffering is not a prerequisite.  I'd like to hear your opinion on what that means to you and what you think of my interpretation. There are lessons for old guys and new firefighters alike so please let me know if any of this resonates.Support the showAffiliate links:Rescue1CBD Use code TAILBOARD for 15% offFourth Frontier.com Use code FFTailboard for 25% discount on the X2 strapAthletic Brewing- Code TTFP10Submit topics/request guests Thank you for listening and let's all keep working to be more capable and durable both on shift and away from it.

The path to achieving what you want is never straightforward—it's filled with challenges and obstacles that often reveal themselves only as you progress. In this episode, Teal Swan uncovers the great untold prerequisite for getting what you want, helping you navigate the inevitable "gates" you'll encounter on your journey. Learn how to consciously embrace these barriers as opportunities for personal transformation and success.

Apt Inspiration on the Parsha given by Rabbi Menachem Apter. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

That is the prerequisite. I Am the Prerequisite, for everything you think you want, or need to be happy. Feeling Me you come to see that you are happy. And then the world will rush to prove that.  And then you will rush to prove Me, to bring Me to the world.  And I will help you.  But right now I just need you to practice My Presence. Eyes closed.  Chin up. Smiling.  Breathe,  Me.  I Love you,  nik  nikki@curlynikki.com Please support the show: ▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings ▶▶ Cash App $NikWalton  __________________________________________ "The question we all have to ask is: Am I better off now than the last time I looked at my cell phone?" - Ira Rose  "Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold; for wisdom is better than jewels, and all that you may desire cannot compare with her. I, wisdom, dwell in prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. By me kings reign, and rulers decree what is just. ... The Lord created me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of old. Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. ... Before the mountains had been shaped, before the hills, I was brought forth.  When he established the heavens, I was there. ... He who finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord; but he who misses me injures himself; all who hate me love death." - Proverbs 8:10-9:1 (see also Wis 7:7-14)   

The Education Minister says NCEA results are disappointing.   More than half of the 55 thousand teens who attempted the new NCEA prerequisite tests failed their numeracy assessment.  Reading had a pass rate of 59%, while 56% of the students passed writing.  The Government's aiming for 80% of Year eight students to be at or above curriculum level by 2030.  Education Minister Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking this will take some time.  She says there's a whole range of levers they're pulling to make sure primary school kids are learning structured maths and literacy.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Just a Thought on the How to Win with Mike Moore podcast! In today's episode, we're exploring the transformative idea that Change is a Prerequisite for Progress. Growth and progress in life often require us to embrace change, even when it feels uncomfortable.   Join us as we discuss why change is essential for moving forward and how to navigate transitions with confidence and purpose. This episode will inspire you to see change as a powerful catalyst for progress in your life.   Subscribe now for more thought-provoking episodes that help you embrace growth and live your best life. Let's explore together on How to Win with Mike Moore!

Ralston College Humanities MA   Dr. David Novak is a distinguished professor at the University of Toronto, renowned theologian, and esteemed rabbi. He has authored numerous books, delivered the prestigious Gifford Lectures, and bridges ancient philosophical traditions with modern ethical issues. Recorded live at Ralston College in Savannah, GA in November of 2022. Dr David Novak—Professor of Philosophy and Jewish Studies at the University of Toronto—offers a lecture on the Book of Job followed by an extended question and answer session with students enrolled in Ralston College's Master's in the Humanities Program. In his lecture, Dr Novak explores the complex position of Job in the canon of Jewish scriptures, surveys diverse scholarly accounts of the concluding passages of the book, and offers his own interpretation of Job's “face-to-face” interaction with God, one that emphasizes direct knowledge over abstract understanding and finds in the book's conclusion a vision of the resurrection of the body.    —   00:00 Introduction 08:20 Dr. David Novak's Lecture on the Book of Job  53:25:00 Question and Answer Session with Ralston College Students and Dr. Novak  54:45 Question: Does Job's Vision Occur Before or After Death? 59:40 Question: Why are Job's Friends Punished for Their Conceptual Understanding? 01:03:00 Question: How Does This Align With the Belief That No One Can See God and Live? 01:09:05 Question: What is the Purpose of the Dialogues Between Job and His Friends? 01:13:05 Question: Did Job's Friends Hear God's Voice During the Appearance? 01:14:55 Question: What is the Significance of God Doubling Job's Possessions? 01:15:30 Question: Is There a Visual Aspect to God's Response to Job, or Is It Only Auditory? 01:15:30 Question: What Does it Mean for God to Make a Bet with the Adversary? 01:19:10 Question: Is Job's Refusal to Curse God a Prerequisite for His Later Vision? 01:25:15 Question: What Do You Make of the Relationship Between Satan and God? 01:29:05 Did God Use Job to Prove a Point to Satan, Knowing the Outcome? 01:31:20 Question: Can Man Question God and Express Grievances? 01:35:40 Question: Does Elihu Suggest People Perceive God Through Suffering and Visions? 1:41:30 Question: How Has Your Belief in Providence Impacted Your Life? 01:44:45 Closing Remarks —   Authors, Ideas, and Works Mentioned in this Episode:    The Book of Job The Book of Ezekiel The Book of Leviticus  The Book of Esther The Book of Ecclesiastes Robert Gordis, The Book of God and Man: A Study of Job  mashal (משל)—Hebrew, “parable” Katagoros (Hebrew—קָטִיגור; Greek—κατήγορος)—”accuser”  Fredrich Nietzsche Johann von Rist, “O Traurigkeit, o Herzeleid”  G.W.F. Hegel Richard Rorty Reinhold Niebuhr, The Nature and Destiny of Man  Leo Strauss  Plato, Republic  Yehuda Haleri  Aristotle Thomas Aquinas The Book of Isaiah  via negativa  John Rawls Eric Gregory  Chaim ibn Attar Tzimtzum (צמצום)    —   Additional Resources    David Novak    Dr Stephen Blackwood    Ralston College (including newsletter)   Support a New Beginning    —   Thank you for listening!  

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To be enraptured by the inconceivable beauty of the unmanifest Self, one must cut all clinging to identification with the bodily character one is playing in the holographic dream theater. Disinterest and dispassion for the fate of the icon will open the third eye that can then gaze adoringly at the infinite luminous glory of God-consciousness—and be filled with that splendor and majestic power.

I speak with novelist Claire Gibson about her unusual journey toward publication, from roving the country as a young Army brat, to living at West Point as a faculty daughter, to the fateful day when a close friend made a galvanizing observation: she was in a unique position to capture the lives and experiences of the women of West Point in the 9/11 generation. The result was Beyond the Point, published by William Morrow in 2019.Claire and I met last year at Writerfest in Nashville — I found her soft-spoken demeanor belied a shrewd eye for the interior dramas of other people. Reading Beyond the Point I knew I had to have her on the podcast. Listen above or watch below.One of my favorite aspects of the novel involved her descriptions of the setting and the community of West Point itself. We talk about Claire's childhood growing up in a military family and how, in her own college experience, she faced opinions antagonistic to some of the values with which she grew up.We talk at length about the struggles particular to the writing life, from the nagging sense that there's always something you ‘should' be doing that would better serve those around you, particularly when you're a parent, and how creating space in your routine to allow for imagination's work is a prerequisite for everything that follows.Claire is currently at work on her second novel. She shares a piece of invaluable advice from author Dani Shapiro that may sound brutal to the uninitiated…As an avid reader I'm always down to talk books. We trade a few favorite recent titles. And I remember saying something about being intimidated by the same writers who inspire me.This was a great conversation between two bonafide book nerds and I hope in listening you're inspired to write something, read something, feel something.Find Claire:instagram https://www.instagram.com/clairecgibson website https://www.clairegibson.com/about Get full access to The Morse Code at korby.substack.com/subscribe

The Prerequisite of Faith (Romans 9:30-33) by Sun Valley Church

The Prerequisite of Faith (Romans 9:30-33) by Sun Valley Church

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The body of Christ is learning about Grace and how God accepts us just as we are. This means that “getting our lives right” is not a prerequisite for salvation or receiving God's love. However, if we desire to lead and succeed in our calling, then our lifestyle has to line up with how God designed us to live (aka living holy). In fact, living at a certain level of holiness is a prerequisite for leadership in the Kingdom of God. As leaders, we are held to a higher standard.

Exodus 20:8-10 5 Truths to Make Sense of the Sabbath 1. The Prerequisite of The Sabbath in Creation   2. The Purpose of The Sabbath in the Covenant   3. The Person of The Sabbath on Calvary 4. The Principle of The Sabbath in Christianity 5. The Pattern of The Sabbath in a Christian A Redemptive Rhythm of... -A day of rest away from work with a focus on family and godly pleasure. -A prioritized time of in person gathering with our church family to worship, hear preaching, fellowship, give, pray, and minister. Have you found you rest in Him? Does the rhythm of your week show it?  

Exodus 20:8-10 5 Truths to Make Sense of the Sabbath 1. The Prerequisite of The Sabbath in Creation   2. The Purpose of The Sabbath in the Covenant   3. The Person of The Sabbath on Calvary 4. The Principle of The Sabbath in Christianity 5. The Pattern of The Sabbath in a Christian A Redemptive Rhythm of... -A day of rest away from work with a focus on family and godly pleasure. -A prioritized time of in person gathering with our church family to worship, hear preaching, fellowship, give, pray, and minister. Have you found you rest in Him? Does the rhythm of your week show it?  

As you will hear discussed in today's Kingdom Culture Conversation, there are a host of theological issues that our foundational to the Christian faith.  Conversely, there are other issues that, while important, are not as pressing as others. Some issues represent prerequisites to salvation.  Others represent preferences.But, as our student question goes today, where does baptism lie?  Is it a necessary point in the journey towards eternity with Christ?  Or, is it simply a point along the journey we all take in pursuit of Christ.The difference may seem subtle.  But does eternity hang in the balance?For more information on Robby and Stand to Reason, please visit this link! "Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created through Frameworks, a Biblical worldview initiative of Northwest Christian School.For more information on Frameworks, please visit: https://frameworks.ncsaz.org/For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit: https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone: (623)225-5573.

Instead of getting frustrated at yourself for not being able to plan or trying another planning hack, you'll want to take a moment to see if you've got this prerequisite. Spoiler alert: If you don't have it, it's easy to access it!Also, If you DO plan but want to get even better, this episode has the steps for you too!

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For whatever reasons, we—and by we, I mean society—tends to glorify struggling. We see overcoming obstacles as some sort of moral victory and that those who are successful must have struggled in order to get there. Does that mean you *need* to struggle in order to have success? Y'all, of course not. You can go […]