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Imagine the man who killed Hamza, the Prophet’s beloved uncle, standing before Muhammad, terrified that his sins were too huge to ever be forgiven. This is the story of Wahsh?, a man facing the weight of murder, adultery, and disbelief—and how a single revelation changed everything. Could God’s mercy really cover even the worst mistakes? Let's explore together.

MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson take a closer look at the conference talk given by Seventy Michael John U. Teh titled “Follow the Prophet: He Knows the Way” in April 2026 General Conference. What did Wong say? And does his teaching fall into good advice for those seeking truth?

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on September 18th, 2026 (audio)

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

Each Epic episode is produced by Playful World Ministries! To help us continue to playfully reach kids for Christ, please go to: https://actintl.givingfuel.com/brownlee Thank you for your support, in allowing us to creatively express God's Truth to a worldwide audience! Episode 34: “Gabriel, Mary, and Zilla”- In our story, a young girl gets a visit from someone who makes Liz's fur stand on end! Announcer Lad teases who that young girl is, and we give her a musical introduction. And in Jenny's Corner we find out how our Author Lass keeps her characters believable – even the ones she made up!Featuring Chapter 37 the audiobook “The Prophet, the Shepherd, & the Star,” by Jenny L. Cote0:30 – Announcer Lad goes “Podcast Bizz” to show who is the teaser, and who are the “teas-ees” (hint: you are)4:21- Announcer Lad hires some street musicians to melodically introduce the main character of today's chapter – and many chapters to come! 5:13 – “It was Mary, Mary”6:06– Chapter 37: “Gabriel, Mary, and Zilla” 26:16 – We discover who God made one of the most revered women in the history of the world! 27:22 - In Jenny's Corner…Jenny explains how she keeps her book characters believable – even the ones she made up! And as always – we'd love to hear from you! Email Jenny: Jenny@epicorderoftheseven.com or email our studios: playfulworldministries@gmail.com And by the way – "All of the Epic Order of the Seven books and audiobooks written by Jenny L. Cote, and narrated by Denny Brownlee are available from the Epic Store on Jenny's website at www.epicorderoftheseven.com.

This week, the SOA crew is beyond excited to welcome Joe Magistro to the show! Joe talks about his time working with The Crowes, Rich Robinson's solo band and The Magpie Salute, as well as his current projects, including continued touring with Mercury Rev. It's one you've been waiting for...don't miss it!

MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson take a closer look at the conference talk given by Seventy Michael John U. Teh titled “Follow the Prophet: He Knows the Way” in April 2026 General Conference. What did Wong say? And does his teaching fall into good advice for those seeking truth?

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

Im Podcast "Blick in die Bibel" erklärt Pater Maximilian Krenn heute, dass Menschen mit Lebensfragen ins Kloster kommen: "Wer bin ich? Wie lebe ich meinen Glauben?" Seine Methode der Bibelbetrachtung: "Erst den Text auf sich wirken lassen – dann erst die eigenen Gedanken einbringen."Im Evangelium salbt eine "Sünderin" Jesus die Füße. Pater Maximilian betont: "Es geht nicht darum, mehr zu sündigen, um mehr zu lieben – sondern um die Sünde bewusst zu bereuen." Jesus sagt: "Wem viel vergeben wird, der liebt viel." Die Botschaft von Pater Maximilian: "Wir sind alle Sünder – und doch bedarf jeder Gottes Barmherzigkeit."Warum Vergebung uns demütig macht, erfahrt ihr im Podcast!Aus dem Evangelium nach Lukas:In jener Zeit hatte einer der Pharisäer Jesus zum Essen eingeladen. Und er ging in das Haus des Pharisäers und begab sich zu Tisch. Und siehe, eine Frau, die in der Stadt lebte, eine Sünderin, erfuhr, dass er im Haus des Pharisäers zu Tisch war; da kam sie mit einem Alabastergefäß voll wohlriechendem Öl und trat von hinten an ihn heran zu seinen Füßen. Dabei weinte sie und begann mit ihren Tränen seine Füße zu benetzen. Sie trocknete seine Füße mit den Haaren ihres Hauptes, küsste sie und salbte sie mit dem Öl.Als der Pharisäer, der ihn eingeladen hatte, das sah, sagte er zu sich selbst: Wenn dieser wirklich ein Prophet wäre, müsste er wissen, was das für eine Frau ist, die ihn berührt: dass sie eine Sünderin ist. Da antwortete ihm Jesus und sagte: Simon, ich möchte dir etwas sagen. Er erwiderte: Sprich, Meister! Jesus sagte: Ein Geldverleiher hatte zwei Schuldner; der eine war ihm fünfhundert Denáre schuldig, der andere fünfzig. Als sie ihre Schulden nicht bezahlen konnten, schenkte er sie beiden. Wer von ihnen wird ihn nun mehr lieben? Simon antwortete: Ich nehme an, der, dem er mehr geschenkt hat. Jesus sagte zu ihm: Du hast recht geurteilt.Dann wandte er sich der Frau zu und sagte zu Simon: Siehst du diese Frau? Als ich in dein Haus kam, hast du mir kein Wasser für die Füße gegeben; sie aber hat meine Füße mit ihren Tränen benetzt und sie mit ihren Haaren abgetrocknet. Du hast mir keinen Kuss gegeben; sie aber hat, seit ich hier bin, unaufhörlich meine Füße geküsst. Du hast mir nicht das Haupt mit Öl gesalbt; sie aber hat mit Balsam meine Füße gesalbt. Deshalb sage ich dir: Ihr sind ihre vielen Sünden vergeben, weil sie viel geliebt hat. Wem aber nur wenig vergeben wird, der liebt wenig.Dann sagte er zu ihr: Deine Sünden sind dir vergeben. Da begannen die anderen Gäste bei sich selbst zu sagen: Wer ist das, dass er sogar Sünden vergibt? Er aber sagte zu der Frau: Dein Glaube hat dich gerettet. Geh in Frieden! (Lk 7,36-50)(© Ständige Kommission für die Herausgabe der gemeinsamen liturgischen Bücher im deutschen Sprachgebiet)

Jesus is repeatedly portrayed in the Gospels through the lens of Moses and the Exodus—but the comparison is easy to miss if you are reading quickly. In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace investigates the many ways Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John present Jesus as the new and greater Moses. Jesus is called out of Egypt, passes through water, enters the wilderness, faces temptation for 40 days, teaches from a mountain, provides bread in the wilderness, gives living water, appears with Moses at the Transfiguration, and establishes a new covenant in His own blood. Was this simply a literary device used by the Gospel writers? Or does the pattern reveal something deeper about the way God works in history and prophecy? We'll examine the key passages, including Deuteronomy 18's promise that God would raise up a "prophet like Moses," and ask why Jesus can be called "the Prophet" while also being the eternal Son of God. We'll also consider how early Christian writers—including Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Origen, Chrysostom, and Augustine—understood the Moses-to-Jesus connection. For more articles, podcasts, videos, and apologetics resources, visit: https://coldcasechristianity.com/ Get Cold-Case Christianity: A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels: https://amzn.to/42XtJhu Please subscribe to the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, YouTube, or wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cold-case-christianity-podcast/id259695657 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/search/Cold-Case%20Christianity%20Podcast Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/The-Cold-Case-Christianity-Podcast/B08JJPRM74 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdCaseChristianity Podcast archive: https://coldcasechristianity.com/category/podcasts/

MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson take a closer look at the conference talk given by Seventy Michael John U. Teh titled “Follow the Prophet: He Knows the Way” in April 2026 General Conference. What did Wong say? And does his teaching fall into good advice for those seeking truth?

Luke 4:22–30 — A Prophet Without Honor

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

What does it actually look like to handle money as a Muslim in America today? How would Prophet Muhammed ﷺ do it? How did he do it?In this episode, Sheikh Navaid Aziz, Islamic finance scholar and CIO at Phi Wallet, joins us for a practical conversation about debt, saving, investing, mortgages, marriage, and the financial pressures Muslims deal with every day.We talk about the spiritual impact of debt, whether the Prophet ﷺ experienced financial stress, how to stay generous when money is tight, and how someone living paycheck to paycheck can actually begin saving and investing.We also get into Islamic mortgages: are they really halal? Is it better to rent or buy a house in Islam? Should you finance or lease a car? What should Muslims know about 401(k)s and IRAs? And what does halal investing actually look like when it comes to ETFs, SPUS, HLAL, Amana funds, and other options?We also get into a fun debate on gold, Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, fiat currency, and whether a different kind of financial system is possible.And lets not forget money and marriage...should spouses combine finances, should a working wife have financial obligations, allowances, budgeting, and what happens when financial decisions begin putting pressure on a relationship.This is a wide-ranging conversation about Islamic finance, but more importantly, it's about how to make better financial decisions while trying to stay true to your values.JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.comThank You for Your Support!*The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansari*Provision Capital:* https://www.provisioncapital.com00:00 Intro02:02 The Prophet's dua's for wealth06:35 Our Partners08:09 Did the Prophetﷺ have Financial Stress?13:44 How to Start Investing Money 19:46 How much money should you spend & save?25:29 The crazy psychology of rich Muslims30:08 Does a working wife have financial obligations?33:32 Can a Man Insist His Wife Not Work?36:14 Should Spouses Combine Finances?40:41 Should You Buy or Rent a Home?45:44 Would the Prophetﷺ buy a mortgage?01:01:59 Should you buy or lease a Car?01:07:19 Are corporate 401ks halal?01:10:16 Gold: How we change the banking system01:12:07 Fun debate on Cryptocurrency!01:25:57 Can You Minimize Your Taxes for Israel?01:26:30 Outro#investing #islamicfinance #halalinvesting #mortgage #halalmortgage #savingmoney #cryptocurrency #bitcoin #goldstandard*Listen on All Audio Platforms:* https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj*Follow The Ansari Podcast**Instagram:* https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast*TikTok:* https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast*Twitter/X:* https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast

What does it truly mean to have a covenant with God?In this powerful message, Prophet VKB explores the depth of our relationship with God and the importance of walking faithfully in His covenant. A covenant with God is more than a promise—it is a commitment to trust Him, obey His Word, remain faithful, and live according to His divine purpose.Be encouraged as we discover that God is always faithful to His promises, and when we choose to walk with Him, He guides, strengthens, protects, and establishes us.

What does it truly mean to have a covenant with God?In this powerful message, Prophet VKB explores the depth of our relationship with God and the importance of walking faithfully in His covenant. A covenant with God is more than a promise—it is a commitment to trust Him, obey His Word, remain faithful, and live according to His divine purpose.Be encouraged as we discover that God is always faithful to His promises, and when we choose to walk with Him, He guides, strengthens, protects, and establishes us.

Last week we sealed the heart of the kāfir and stood at the mouth of the third category. This week we step into it. Of the three types of people in Part One — the muttaqīn (Ayāt 2–5), the kāfir (Ayāt 6–7), and the munāfiq (Ayāt 8–20) — the hypocrite is given the longest passage by far. Thirteen ayāt against four and two. It is worth asking why before we read a single word of them.1. Why the Hypocrite Takes the Longest PassageTwo reasons. First, there are different types and levels of hypocrite. Second, and more telling, the munāfiq is simply hard to define. The person of taqwā is clear — good within, good without. The kāfir is clear — bad within, bad without. But the hypocrite is neither here nor there: good on the surface, corrupt underneath, and forever shifting between the two. Ambiguity needs more words to pin down than clarity does.2. The Word Munāfiq: The Tunnel of the DabbThe word comes from nafaq — a tunnel. But the image turns on the difference between a burrow and a tunnel. A rabbit's burrow has one opening: one way in, one way out, a door the animal must stand and defend because it has no other. The dabb, the desert lizard, digs a tunnel with two openings. When danger comes from one end, it bolts out the other. It never has to commit to a position; it always keeps an escape route.That is the hypocrite exactly. When the Muslims are winning, he says, “We are with you — one of you.” When the tide turns toward the Quraysh, he slips out the far exit: “We are your friends; we've been helping you all along.” A bestie to both — though the word best can only ever have one.There is a fitting detail in how the Arabs still hunt the dabb. Because the tunnel has many mouths, it is never a one-man job. A group drives into the desert, finds the holes, and floods them with water from a hose. Not knowing which exit the animal will take, they watch every opening at once — and take it the moment it surfaces. The very feature meant to keep it safe is what exposes it. (A note in passing: the dabb is ḥalāl, though the Prophet ﷺ did not eat it himself, as it was unfamiliar to his people.)3. How the Hypocrites Came to BeWhen the Muslims made the Hijrah, they were not yet strong. In that first year Madīnah held three groups: the Muslims — some 300-plus men, perhaps close to a thousand souls with their families, in a city of six or seven thousand, a ruling minority; the Jews, in three tribes (the Qaynuqāʿ, the Naḍīr, and the Qurayẓah); and the pagans, still free to worship their idols. There were no Christians in Madīnah.Here a point of definition matters. When the moment of decision came, the pagans faced a choice the Jews did not — because being a Jew is a matter of ethnicity as well as religion. You can change your religion; you cannot change your lineage, any more than a Malay can decide to be Chinese. So the religious conversions that followed came from the pagans, whose religion put no such barrier in the way.The decisive moment was the Battle of Badr, in the second year of Hijrah. 313 Muslims, badly equipped — not all of them even had swords, and those they had were feeble, because they had never set out expecting war — faced roughly a thousand Quraysh, armed to the hilt, one of the largest armies Arabia had yet seen. And the Muslims won decisively; the leading men of Quraysh were killed. The politics of the peninsula turned in a day. Islam was here to stay.Badr is also a lesson in how planning and reliance on Allah fit together. The Muslims were aided by angels — but you do not put angels in your plan. You make du'ā for help and Allah sends it however He wills, but you prepare with the means actually in front of you. You cannot study three chapters of ten and expect an angel to whisper the rest in your ear during the exam. Do your utmost; then trust Him for what lies beyond your reach.After Badr, the pagans understood there was no future on the losing side, and no ethnic wall to shelter behind as the Jews had. Their only way to keep standing and influence was to profess Islam outwardly. For many, the profession was hollow — and this is the origin of the hypocrites. There were none in the first year of Hijrah; they appeared only in the second, once outward Islam became the price of relevance.4. The Leader of the Hypocrites: ʿAbdullāh ibn UbayyThe munāfiqūn had a head: ʿAbdullāh ibn Ubayy ibn Salūl. To understand him, return to pre-Islamic Madīnah, then called Yathrib — home to Arabs and Jews. The Arabs were two main tribes, the Aws and the Khazraj, locked in a feud that had run for decades and killed off the senior leaders on both sides. It was exhaustion with that un-winnable war that finally led them to invite the Prophet ﷺ from Makkah to lead them.Ibn Ubayy was the most senior figure left standing, and he had expected the leadership of Madīnah to fall to him by default. But the rival tribe would never accept a ruler drawn from the enemy they had fought for a generation — so the people reached past their own factions for a neutral leader, and invited the Prophet ﷺ. Ibn Ubayy was left jealous and bitter: the leadership was supposed to be mine. He and his followers stayed pagan at first, betting the Muslims would soon be gone. When Badr proved otherwise, he “accepted” Islam with his tongue while nursing the grievance in his heart — and so led the hypocrites, later feeding the weak points of Madīnah to the Quraysh, telling each side what it wanted to hear.5. Ayah 8 — “We believe” (but they do not)وَمِنَ ٱلنَّاسِ مَن يَقُولُ ءَامَنَّا بِٱللَّهِ وَبِٱلْيَوْمِ ٱلْـَٔاخِرِ وَمَا هُم بِمُؤْمِنِينَWa mina al-nāsi man yaqūlu āmannā billāhi wa bil-yawmi al-ākhiri wa mā hum bi-mu'minīn.“And among the people are those who say, ‘We believe in Allah and in the Last Day,' but they are not believers.”Walking the words: wa — and; min al-nās — among the people; man yaqūlu — those who say; āmannā billāhi wa bil-yawmi al-ākhir — we believe in Allah and the Last Day; wa mā hum bi-mu'minīn — but they are not believers. They claim faith in Allah and the Hereafter, and Allah Himself overturns the claim: they never had īmān at all. The mouth says one thing; the heart holds another.From this comes a principle worth carrying. The Prophet ﷺ and many companions knew the hypocrites — Jibrīl named them through revelation — yet Ibn Ubayy was never punished for his hypocrisy. Because we judge people by their outward actions, not their intentions. Intention is known to Allah alone; it is a matter between a person and their Lord. The Prophet ﷺ had revelation; we do not. So the lesson is a careful balance: take people at face value — do not accuse, do not presume to read hearts — but stay discerning. Where the signs of untrustworthiness are clear, you guard yourself accordingly, without ever making an accusation about what lies inside another person.6. Ayah 9 — The Deception That Reboundsيُخَـٰدِعُونَ ٱللَّهَ وَٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَمَا يَخْدَعُونَ إِلَّآ أَنفُسَهُمْ وَمَا يَشْعُرُونَYukhādiʿūna Allāha wa alladhīna āmanū, wa mā yakhdaʿūna illā anfusahum wa mā yashʿurūn.“They think to deceive Allah and those who believe, but they deceive none but themselves — and they perceive it not.”They imagine they can slip their disbelief past Allah — that He does not see the pretence — and past the believers with Him. But the deception lands on no one but themselves; they are the ones who end at the losing end. And the closing phrase, wa mā yashʿurūn — “they do not even perceive it” — is the sharpest edge of the ayah: the trap has closed on them, and they cannot even feel it.7. Ayah 10 — The Disease of the Heartفِى قُلُوبِهِم مَّرَضٌ فَزَادَهُمُ ٱللَّهُ مَرَضًا وَلَهُمْ عَذَابٌ أَلِيمٌۢ بِمَا كَانُوا۟ يَكْذِبُونَFī qulūbihim maraḍun fa-zādahumu Allāhu maraḍā, wa lahum ʿadhābun alīmun bimā kānū yakdhibūn.“In their hearts is a disease, so Allah has increased their disease; and for them is a painful punishment for the lies they used to tell.”Allah names hypocrisy a disease (maraḍ) of the heart — and rather than cure it, He increases it. A quick distinction of terms: nifāq is the hypocrisy; munāfiq is the hypocrite himself. For them is ʿadhāb alīm, a painful punishment, earned by their persistent lying.The word alīm carries more than the translation shows, and it turns on pronunciation. ʿAlīm, opened with an ʿayn, means “most knowledgeable.” Alīm, opened with a hamzah, means “painful.” The whole meaning rides on that first letter — which is why precise recitation (makhraj) is a necessity, not a refinement.The root of pain is alam; alīm is its intensified form. That extra yā' — the -īm pattern — is a form of hyperbole: not exaggeration in the sense of something untrue, but intensification to the extreme. It is the same pattern as Ar-Raḥīm, which is not merely “merciful” but extremely merciful. So alīm is not just pain, but pain at its utmost.And the pattern carries a second dimension: it is continuously increasing. A punishment that does not merely hurt but keeps growing worse. The reason Allah frames it this way cuts against something we know from experience — in this world, pain eases as we grow used to it. The first time you stretch into the splits it feels like torture; do it daily and the body adjusts until it is nothing. Walk fifteen kilometres in forty-degree heat with long stretches of no shade, and the five-minute walk to the masjid the next day feels like nothing at all. We adapt. The punishment of Jahannam is built so that no one ever adapts: each time the person thinks “I can bear this now,” it deepens; “I think I've adjusted,” and it deepens again — continuous, escalating, with no floor to settle onto.The same -īm pattern, turned toward mercy, gives Ar-Raḥīm — and here the contrast is worth holding. Ar-Raḥmān is the mercy Allah extends to everyone in this world; Ar-Raḥīm is the mercy reserved for the believers in Jannah. And like alīm, it is ever-increasing, but toward the good. In this world even what we love grows stale; we get used to it and it becomes the new normal. In Jannah the delight only ever improves — better, and better, and better, without end.8. ʿAẓīm vs Alīm: Whose Punishment Is Worse?Set the two endings side by side. Ayah 7, of the kāfir, closes: wa lahum ʿadhābun ʿaẓīm— “a great punishment.” Ayah 10, of the munāfiq, closes: wa lahum ʿadhābun alīm — “a painful punishment.” Note that ʿaẓīm, “great,” is a neutral intensifier: one can be greatly foolish or greatly brilliant. It magnifies without saying good or bad.So whose is worse? On the strength of the language, the munāfiq's. ʿAẓīm describes a punishment that is great; alīm describes one that is painful and continuously increasing. The hypocrite's does not merely match the disbeliever's in scale — it deepens without end. And fittingly so: the hypocrite knew the truth, professed it with his tongue, and betrayed it in his heart.Next week, in shā' Allāh, we continue into the hypocrites' passage — and our quiz will cover up to Ayah 10, including the characteristics of the People of Taqwā and the definitions of the kāfir, so keep them memorized. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.grounded.day/subscribe

Teaching of The Word of God with Clarity and Understanding! - Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Kev and Rashad kick off the 2026 NFL season by breaking down everything Week 1 had to offer — the biggest surprises, statement wins, disappointments, and the teams that may have already changed the way we look at them heading into Week 2. From the Bears putting up 59, to the Bills making a statement against Houston, the Giants shocking Dallas, and plenty of teams already giving us reasons to believe… or panic.Then it's time to put the Prophet Playoff Theory to work. The guys revisit exactly what goes into the theory and reveal the current playoff list. How does the formula see the NFL compared to Kev and Rashad? Where do their personal playoff predictions line up with the theory, and where do they completely disagree? Which teams are being validated, which teams are already on upset alert, and who could crash the playoff party? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/preach-kev-preach-w-rashad--2977392/support.

MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson take a closer look at the conference talk given by Seventy Michael John U. Teh titled "Follow the Prophet: He Knows the Way" in April 2026 General Conference. What did Wong say? And does his teaching fall into good advice for those seeking truth?

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

In this episode, Prophet teaches on the chastisement of God, under which he uses the lives and journey of the Israelites from the days of old to explain the chastisement of God and its outcome.Kindly listen and be blessed.

In this episode, Prophet continues to teach on how to deal with strongholds under which he provides scriptural solutions to certain lies in the form of strongholds.Kindly listen and be blessed

In this episode, Prophet continues to teach on the secrets of David and the journey the Lord took him through in building his character.Kindly listen and be blessed.

In this episode of Fed by the Fruit, host KB takes a deep dive into the life and ministry of the prophet Elisha, exploring what his biblical story teaches us about surrender, faithful obedience, spiritual preparation, and trusting God's power in everyday life. From burning the plows and answering God's call to receiving a double portion, helping a widow in need, witnessing miraculous healing, and seeing the chariots of fire, Elisha's journey reminds us that God often works deeply within us before working visibly through us—and that His provision, presence, and restoration reach both our greatest struggles and smallest concerns.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson take a closer look at the conference talk given by Seventy Michael John U. Teh titled "Follow the Prophet: He Knows the Way" in April 2026 General Conference. What did Wong say? And does his teaching fall into good advice for those seeking truth?

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

On one record, Cassandra Wilson could sound like the deepest Mississippi blues singer; on another, she could be immersed in the most advanced rhythmic ideas of M-Base; and then she could walk into an R&B session with Luther Vandross or The Roots and sound completely at home. This playlist only scratches the surface of that extraordinary artistic versatility. The playlist also features DJ Smash, Bob Belden, Dianne Reeves; Joshua Redman; Steve Coleman; Burt Bacharach, Elvis Costello, Bill Frisell; and David Murray. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/22994093/Mondo-Jazz [from "Go to Mexico" to "Prophet of Doom"].

What was really going on with Jonah

For the Season One Finale of Hye Jams: Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan sits down with one of his most anticipated guests yet — Prophet Lovy Elias — for a conversation that goes places few interviews dare to go. Some will watch as believers. Some will come curious. Some may come skeptical. This episode is for all of them. Prophet Lovy takes us back to Kenya and the extraordinary encounter he says changed his life forever: meeting Jesus at just six years old. From there, Paisan goes straight into the questions people want answered. What exactly is the prophetic? How does a prophet hear from God? Can the prophetic reveal things no one else could possibly know? And in a world filled with people claiming to speak for God, how do you know what's real? But this conversation goes far beyond the pulpit. Lovy opens up about betrayal and personal attacks — including some that came from people he loved, trusted and personally helped — and explains why he believes the pain and opposition that accompany a calling can actually become part of the journey. The conversation gets even heavier as Paisan and Lovy discuss the growing attacks on Christianity around the world, persecution, fear, speaking boldly about faith and what Lovy believes Christians are facing in the years ahead. Then there's a side of Prophet Lovy you may not know. He shares his deep love for the Armenian people, the community that helped embrace him as his ministry was beginning in Los Angeles, and why today he proudly considers himself an HONORARY ARMENIAN — “Lovy Jan.” We also leave the pulpit behind and find out what normal life with the Prophet actually looks like — marriage, kids, traveling, sushi, martial arts, getting corrected by God and whether having a prophetic gift makes it nearly impossible for your family to get anything past you. And then… JON JONES. Lovy tells the remarkable story of his relationship with UFC Champion Jon Jones, becoming his spiritual advisor, praying with one of the greatest fighters in MMA history, and the prophetic story behind the spinning back kick that helped Jones finish his championship fight at UFC 309. Paisan even has a surprise waiting for Lovy that leaves the Prophet nearly speechless. And because this is Between the Notes, somehow we eventually arrive at one of mankind's most important theological questions: DO ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN? Yes. Paisan actually asked him.

This message introduces our new series for 2026-2027, studying the Old Testament book of Jeremiah. To lay the foundation for why God has led us to this book for this season, we are looking at the role of the church within society. Through this time, we will see how God will use Jeremiah to help us be the people who can live out that role. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 13, 2026

The Slog continues as our full-series reread of R. Scott Bakker's The Warrior Prophet reaches Chapters 18–21.The Holy War enters one of the most brutal stretches of its journey. Water disappears, the desert becomes an enemy of its own, and the enormous scale of death becomes almost impossible to comprehend. Even when salvation seems to appear, it brings new horrors with it. As always, we're rereading with knowledge of the entire series, so later events are constantly informing how we interpret these early chapters.⚠️ FULL SERIES SPOILERS: This discussion contains spoilers for all seven books of The Second Apocalypse.Welcome back to the Slog.Page Chewing BlogPage Chewing ForumSupport Page Chewing on PatreonAffiliate Links that support the show:Audible Standard Free Trial: https://amzn.to/4z1iKnsAudible Standard Monthly Membership: https://amzn.to/3S6vaddKindle Unlimited Free Trial: https://amzn.to/4wqkYdDAmazon Prime Free Trial: https://amzn.to/3UptxI9Join Captivate.fmSend a message via SpeakPipe

Erik continues our new sermon series, Prophet, Priest, and King, with a sermon from Hebrews 1:1-4. (September 13, 2026)

This message introduces our new series for 2026-2027, studying the Old Testament book of Jeremiah. To lay the foundation for why God has led us to this book for this season, we are looking at the role of the church within society. Through this time, we will see how God will use Jeremiah to help us be the people who can live out that role. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 13, 2026

In this powerful message, Prophet VKB explores the depth of our relationship with God and the importance of walking faithfully in His covenant. A covenant with God is more than a promise—it is a commitment to trust Him, obey His Word, remain faithful, and live according to His divine purpose.Be encouraged as we discover that God is always faithful to His promises, and when we choose to walk with Him, He guides, strengthens, protects, and establishes us.

What does it truly mean to have a covenant with God?In this powerful message, Prophet VKB explores the depth of our relationship with God and the importance of walking faithfully in His covenant. A covenant with God is more than a promise—it is a commitment to trust Him, obey His Word, remain faithful, and live according to His divine purpose.Be encouraged as we discover that God is always faithful to His promises, and when we choose to walk with Him, He guides, strengthens, protects, and establishes us.

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with the General Overseer of Evangelical Bible Outreach Ministries International, Prophet Isa El-Buba, who discusses insecurity, economic hardship and Nigeria's political direction ahead of 2027.El-Buba criticizes the Tinubu administration over insecurity and the economy, while calling on religious leaders to play a more active role in politics and help Nigerians choose credible leaders.Looking ahead to 2027, he criticizes Peter Obi's handling of the 2023 election aftermath and identifies Prince Adewole Adebayo as his current preferred candidate, urging voters to prioritize character, competence and courage.Guest:Prophet Isa El-Buba(General Overseer, Evangelical Bible Outreach Ministries International)

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on September 11th, 2026 (audio)

BATTLEFIELD EARTH (2000) was born long before cameras rolled, rooted in decades of calculated mythology and institutional control. In Part 1 of our look behind the film, we trace L. Ron Hubbard from his pulp fiction hustle and erratic military antics to the creation of Scientology as a tax-exempt shield. Then we examine how a young John Travolta was recruited into the fold, isolated from grounded confidantes through high-stakes disciplinary crackdowns, and handed an autographed manuscript he viewed not as a cheesy sci-fi romp, but as an absolute religious duty. Want the full story without the wait? CinemaShock+ members get extended, ad-free episodes that combine every part into one seamless listen — plus bonus content you won't hear anywhere else. Join at cinemashock.net/plus. CINEMA SHOCK ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS: Andy Lancaster | asotirov | Benjamin Turpin | Benjamin Yates | Capiapoa | courtland ashley | curtcake5k | Dick Jones | Elton Novara | Felizmon | Interzone78 | Jackson_Baker | JoeyP | John sweet bussy Greaney | Jvance325 | KDurden | Kristian Blilie Berg | LogLad | Lucy Lawson | MagicBloat | mcdudely | Nate Izod | Princess Krishna Kali | RockGokd | samurai_hillbilly | Tim G | triplr1478 Theme Song: "There's Still a Little Bit of Time, If We Hurry and I Mean Hurry" by Slasher Film Festival Strategy. This episode was written, produced and edited by Gary Horne & Justin Bishop. For episode archives, merch, show notes, and more, visit cinemashock.net Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

Here at Playful World Ministries, we express God's Truth through playful entertainment. This podcast is reaching a worldwide audience of kids – and the parents who love them. Please click the link here to become our Playful Partner! https://actintl.givingfuel.com/brownlee And Thank you! Episode 33: “Fit to Be King”- Our Epic animals have arrived in Israel and are getting the lowdown who's fit to be a king – and it's not Herod! Meanwhile, it seems the studio has become overrun with dust bunnies – so we debut a brand-new song about, well dust bunnies! And Jenny's Corner closes things out with the rest of Elizabeth's letter, which gets Announcer Lad in trouble! Featuring Chapter 36 from the audiobook “The Prophet, the Shepherd, & the Star,” by Jenny L. Cote0:35 – As we begin with introductions, Announcer Lad notices how dusty, dirty the studio is, and he insists they all pitch in and clean it up! 3:23: Max finds “a magnificent specimen of domestic particle aggregation” according to Nigel. To the rest of us, they're …dust bunnies! 4:49– Chapter 36: “Fit to Be King” 19:16 – Announcer Lad reminds them all they need to do some serious cleaning, but make it fun! Max wants to know how… 19:40 – …through music! As we bring you “The Dust Bunny Jive!” 22:34- In Jenny's Corner…We bring Part Two of Elizabeth's letter, which gets Announcer Lad in trouble! As always – we'd love to hear from you! Email Jenny: Jenny@epicorderoftheseven.com or email our studios: playfulworldministries@gmail.com And by the way – "All of the Epic Order of the Seven books and audiobooks written by Jenny L. Cote, and narrated by Denny Brownlee are available from the Epic Store on Jenny's website at www.epicorderoftheseven.com. "You can even get signed copies – signed by Jenny and even pawtographed by Max and Liz!"

Preached at the Watered Garden Church

As Fr. Mike begins the book of Lamentations, we read about Jeremiah's sorrow as he witnesses the siege and suffering of Jerusalem. In the book of Jeremiah, we hear a word of comfort from the Lord to Baruch. Today's readings are Jeremiah 45-46, Lamentations 1, and Proverbs 17:21-28. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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Gatesworth this old fart. Will the Veiled Prophet call in from Portland? NFL on Wednesday is like MAC Football. A Jim Dandy by the bay. Enabling grandpa. Bullpen issues...again. Rainiel Rodriguez just keeps hitting. Liam Doyle. Do they use paper plates at Waffle House? Ken begging Scott Spiezio for autographs. Doug just doesn't understand cuisine. Octopi are really smart. Michael has some Cardinal bullpen thoughts. Why is everybody sleeping on the Jaguars this year? Mark is on the line with a little Cardinal baseball history fun fact. Screw You, Margaret is caller number 3 with a hot Monster Jam take. And Chet is hitting cleanup on the phones with something about 2015 Mizzou Football.Mizzou hasn't released their uniform combo for tomorrow. Mt. Rushmore of sketch comedy shows. Jackson will not be live streaming the Mizzou KU game tomorrow. Doug's Microphone Shadow is our fifth caller of the day and he has a pro tip for Tim on his meat sticks. Iggy's FBI friends. Drew Lock. QB2U. Audio of Drew Lock talking about the win and stepping in for Sam Darnold. Former Mizzou Chase Daniel giving his thoughts. Gigachads.Happy Birthday Big Daddy Kane. Doggies on a heater but the 89th minute got em. Ever go to a ball with gloves? Talkin' City. Shepherd's Pie for lunch has you sleeping by 3. Why does Doug hate the environment?Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson joins us. Tony Larussa Grand Marshalling the upcoming NASCAR race. BT discusses his excitement for the 2006 World Series reunion this weekend and who he's excited to reconnect with. After some broadcast logistics questions, Brad dives into Leo Bernal's emergence and the future of the Cardinals outfield. What do they do with Nolan Gorman?Big second weekend of college football coming up. Audio of Eli Drinkwitz addressing the team, stressing the importance of toughness and referencing Brady Cook's 2024 Homecoming heroics. People aren't happy with the clip. Where is Sacred Heart University? Season's over if Mizzou loses tomorrow. Audio of Dabo Swinney going off on a reporter when asked if he has any regrets on his roster construction. What Jackson looks for in a friend. What's Lindenwood got this year? Mason Dixon Line starts right at the Meramec River. Lawn chair envy.October is the king of all months. Mt. Rushmore of Digital Underground songs. Audio of Nevin Shapiro fired up about Miami football. What happens to ATMA if Ken takes a day off. Guardian Summer.Yoga pants above a size medium. Feet pics on LinkedIn. Which part of today's show was your favorite? TTFN. It's a place to apply for jobs, cupcake. Design Aire Heating & Cooling E-Mail of the Day.Tom's Diner. The Veiled Prophet calls in with a report from Portland and the Doggies last night. Doug's not going up there for a reuben. What's a ticket to a City vs. Portland game cost? Say it to my face, Prophet. Concerning Beta Behavior.Mt. Rushmore of Billy Joel songs. Billy Joel didn't like We Didn't Start The Fire.Awwwww, Doug, Vienna. Doug's invite to go bowling. Should we do the show in Bangkok? White Lotus.One Night in Bangkok.What's lined up for ATMA today? What's gonna have Ken all riled up? Who is the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

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September 21: Moroni Day — The Angel, the Prophet, and the Beginning of the Book of MormonWhat happened on the night of September 21, 1823? In this special episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths are joined by Scripture Central founder Jack Welch to explore one of the most important dates in Latter-day Saint history: Moroni Day.According to Joseph Smith's accounts, it was on the night of September 21 that the angel Moroni appeared to him and delivered a remarkable message about an ancient record buried in the earth—a record that would eventually become the Book of Mormon.Why did Moroni appear to Joseph Smith? What did Moroni tell him? What can we learn by comparing Joseph Smith's accounts of these events? And why has September 21 become a meaningful day for remembering Moroni and the coming forth of the Book of Mormon?Scott, Casey, and Jack Welch dive into the historical accounts, the significance of Moroni's message, and the remarkable connection between an ancient prophet and the Restoration of the gospel in the latter days.From the Hill Cumorah to the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, this episode explores the story behind one of the foundational events of the Restoration—and why September 21 deserves to be remembered as Moroni Day.Join Scott Woodward, Casey Griffiths, and Jack Welch for this special celebration of Moroni Day and the story of how an ancient record became a modern witness of Jesus Christ.What does Moroni's appearance mean to you? Let us know in the comments!#MoroniDay #September21 #BookOfMormon #Moroni #JosephSmith #ChurchHistory #LatterDaySaints #Restoration #ScriptureCentral #ChurchHistoryMatters