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We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) When country music lovers talk about the greatest groups in the genre, Shenandoah is always at the forefront of any discussion. Fueled by Marty Raybon's distinctive vocals and the band's skilled musicianship, Shenandoah became well known for delivering such hits as “Two Dozen Roses”, “Church on Cumberland Road” and “Next to You, Next to Me” as well as such achingly beautiful classics as “I Want to be Loved Like That” and the Grammy winning “Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart” duet with Alison Krauss. Today that legacy continues as original members Raybon and Mike McGuire reunite to launch a new chapter in Shenandoah's storied career. It all began when the guys got back together to perform a benefit  concert for  a  friend battling  cancer.  “We saw how folks reacted,” Raybon says of the response to their reunion. “And then Jerry Phillips, son of legendary Sun Records producer Sam Phillips, said ‘You guys need to make a run at this. People   still love what you do. You can tell by the reaction. There's a lot of excitement in the air.'”The Oak Ridge Boys have sold over 41 million units worldwide and are synonymouswith “America, apple pie, baseball, and country music.” In addition to their awards and accolades in the country music field, the Oaks have garnered five GRAMMY® Awards, nine GMA DOVE Awards, and two American Music Awards. The group—Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban—was inducted into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame (2015 Inductees) and the Grand Ole Opry (since 2011)—and is known worldwide as one of recording history's most extraordinary musical successes.  For more information on The Oak Ridge Boys and their 2025 tour, please visit oakridgeboys.comSupport the show

Please enjoy this interview with Patricia Raybon, where we discuss several ways to help get through our trying times. Learn more about Patricia at patriciaraybon.com

A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon is a Christy Award-winning author and essayist who writes the Annalee Spain Mystery Series and authors devotional writing for Our Daily Bread. A newspaper journalist right out of the gate, Patricia turned to mystery fiction during the pandemic and hasn't looked back. Her debut novel, “All That Is Secret,” won a Christy Award for First Novel and was picked by NBA All-Star Steph Curry as a Literati Book Club selection. The series' second installment, “Double the Lies,” won the Christianity Today Book Award for Fiction. The third in the series, “Truth Be Told,” was a New York Times Book Review pick among “4 Great Fictional Detectives.”Patricia cut her writing teeth in high-pressure newsrooms and won multiple awards for feature writing during her years at The Denver Post, where she was editor of the Sunday Contemporary Magazine, and later at the Scripps Howard Rocky Mountain News. Mid-career she taught print journalism for 15 years to bright graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Colorado at Boulder.Her personal essays have been published in the New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, USA Weekend, Guideposts, In Touch Magazine, Christianity Today, the Washington Post, and for National Public Radio's Weekend Edition.A lifelong Colorado resident, Patricia lives near Denver with her husband Dan, a retired educator. With two grown daughters and five grandchildren, they enjoy movies, popcorn, college hoops, and Masterpiece Theatre historical mysteries on PBS. They also love spoiling their grand-dog Max and grand-kitty Mittens.https://www.patriciaraybon.com/ https://www.facebook.com/patricia.raybonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaraybon/https://x.com/patriciaraybon*********************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy's mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-patricia-raybon-christy-award-winning-author-of-books-devotionals-and-novels

Leitura bíblica do dia: Mateus 10:1, 5-10, 16-20 Plano de leitura anual: Zacarias 9-12, Apocalipse 20 Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: Charlote Elliot não conseguia dormir. Tendo sofrido por muito tempo com uma deficiência física, ela seria beneficiada com o resultado do bazar da igreja, no dia seguinte, cujos recursos seriam doados para ela pagar sua faculdade. “Mas não sou digna'', ela dizia. Charlotte duvidava de seus méritos e questionava aspectos de sua vida espiritual. No dia do evento, inquieta, dirigiu-se a uma mesa e escreveu o belo e clássico hino “Tal qual estou”. “Tal qual estou, eis-me Senhor, pois o Teu sangue remidor / verteste pelo pecador, ó Salvador, me achego a ti / Tal qual estou, sem esperar que possa a vida melhorar, / em ti só quero confiar, ó Salvador, me achego a ti” (CC 266). Suas palavras, escritas em 1835, expressam como Jesus chamou Seus discípulos para servi-lo. Não porque estavam prontos, mas porque Ele os autorizou, tal qual estavam. Sua equipe incluía um publicano, um zelote, dois irmãos ambiciosos (Marcos 10:35-37) e Judas Iscariotes “que depois o traiu” (Mateus 10:4). Ainda assim, Jesus os autorizou a “curar os doentes, ressuscitar os mortos, purificar os leprosos e expulsar os demônios” (v.8), tudo sem levar dinheiro, bolsa de viagem ou qualquer outra coisa (vv.9-10). “Eu os envio”, disse Jesus e Ele era o suficiente (v.16). Para cada um que lhe diz “sim”, Ele ainda é suficiente. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: João 10:6,27 Plano de leitura anual: Jeremias 30-31, Filemom Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Raybon Kan & Paula Penfold to discuss a New Zealand bottom trawler catching 37kg of coral in international waters & whether it's time to rethink multi-bed hospital rooms.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Raybon Kan & Paula Penfold to discuss Karori resident's love of its two 30km/hr roads and the Phoenix v Auckland FC derby. [picture id="4KHC6RX_241102PhoenixAucklandFC_031_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Patricia Raybon, author of the three part Annalee Spain Mystery series, writes daring and exciting “history mysteries.” Her third novel in the series, “Truth Be Told” was recently listed as a New York Times Book Review pick, her second in the series, “Double the Lies” won the Christianity Today Book Award for Fiction, and her … The post Author Patricia Raybon: Truth and Courage in Writing and Life (Episode # 500) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

Leitura bíblica do dia: João 7:37-39 Plano de leitura anual: Eclesiastes 7-9; 2 Coríntios 13; As flores vindas do Equador chegaram à minha casa já murchas da longa viagem. As instruções diziam para reanimá-las com água fresca. Antes, porém, eu deveria aparar os caules para que as flores pudessem absorver a água mais facilmente. Mas será que sobreviveriam? Na manhã seguinte, o buquê estava maravilhoso, com flores que eu jamais vira. A água fresca fez toda a diferença e isso me lembrou do que Jesus disse sobre a água e o que ela significa para os que creem nele. Quando Jesus pediu um copo de água à mulher samaritana, Ele demonstrou que beberia a água que ela retirava do poço, e isso mudou a vida dela. A mulher surpreendeu-se com o pedido de Jesus, porque os judeus desprezavam os samaritanos. Mas Jesus lhe disse: “Se ao menos você soubesse que presente Deus tem para você e com quem está falando, você me pediria e eu lhe daria água viva” (João 4:10). Mais tarde, no Templo, Ele disse em alta voz: “Quem tem sede, venha a mim e beba!” (7:37). Dos que cressem nele, “rios de água viva [brotariam] do interior…”. Jesus se referia ao Espírito “que seria dado mais tarde a todos que nele cressem” (vv.38-39). O Espírito revigorante de Deus nos reaviva hoje quando estamos sobrecarregados. Ele é a Água viva e habita em nossa alma com santo vigor. Que hoje possamos beber profundamente dessa fonte de Água viva — Jesus. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Mateus 6:25-33 Plano de leitura anual: Isaías 28-29; Filipenses 3 Num amanhecer de verão, eu cuidava do meu jardim quando minha vizinha sorriu e chamou a minha atenção sussurrando. “O quê?”, sussurrei também, curiosa. Ela apontou para um sino dos ventos em seu jardim onde havia uma tacinha de palha. “Um ninho de beija-flor”, ela disse. “Está vendo os filhotes?” Quase não se viam os dois bicos, finos como alfinetes. “Estão esperando a mamãezinha”. Ficamos olhando, maravilhadas, e preparei meu celular para fotografar. “Não chegue muito perto para evitar de assustar a mãe”, ela sugeriu. Assim, apadrinhamos à distância aquela família voadora. Durou pouco: na outra semana, eles haviam ido embora, tão discretamente quanto haviam chegado. Mas quem cuidaria deles agora? A Bíblia nos dá uma resposta gloriosa que, de tão conhecida, passa despercebida: “…não se preocupem com a vida. Observem os pássaros. Eles não plantam nem colhem, nem guardam alimento em celeiros, pois seu Pai celestial os alimenta…” (Mateus 6:25-26). É uma instrução simples, porém linda, contendo uma das promessas de Jesus. Assim como Deus protege e cuida dos passarinhos, Ele cuida de nós — nutrindo nossa mente, corpo, alma e espírito. É uma promessa magnífica. Que possamos buscar a Deus diariamente e nos ampararmos despreocupados sob Suas asas. Por: Patrícia Raybon

SummaryIn this conversation, Kendall speaks with Western North Carolina Native and Pastor, Rev. Will Raybon about the recent devastation and response to Hurricane Helene.Kendall and  Will discuss the impact of Hurricane Helene on Will's community, emphasizing personal connections to the disaster and the importance of effective disaster relief. They explore the immediate needs for aid, the logistics of delivering support, and the long-term recovery efforts required. The conversation also touches on theological reflections regarding suffering, how to talk to children about disasters, and actionable steps individuals can take to help their community. Ultimately, they stress the importance of grace, understanding, and sustained support in the aftermath of such tragedies.GivingGive to support disaster response efforts through CBFNC at: https://cbfnc.org/give/Please select “Disaster Response” in the dropdown menu when asked where to direct your support.Swannananoa Valley Christian Ministry BPR https://donate.mannafoodbank.org/ServingVolunteer with Baptists on Mission: For hands-on opportunities for work teams, please refer to the opportunities through CBFNC partner ministry, Baptists on Mission. Click here for more information and to sign up.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Impact of Natural Disasters06:07 Personal Connections to the Hurricane09:00 Effective Ways to Help After a Disaster14:23 Long-Term Recovery and Support17:11 The Role of Community and Faith in Recovery28:22 Talking to Children About Natural Disasters30:54 Finding God in Times of Crisis33:50 Encouraging Action Beyond Prayer36:34 Final Thoughts on Community ResilienceConnect with Kendall:Instagram | Tik Tok | Website | Facebook Group

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Heather Roy and Raybon Kan discuss ethically produced true crime shows and Nelson City's community spring clean.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Heather Roy and Raybon Kan discuss the impact of Timaru's meatworks closure and whether it's fair to mark students absent for attending today's School Strike 4 Climate.

Leitura bíblica do dia: João 7:37-39 Plano de leitura anual: Eclesiastes 7-9; 2 Coríntios 13; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: As flores vindas do Equador chegaram à minha casa já murchas da longa viagem. As instruções diziam para reanimá-las com água fresca. Antes, porém, eu deveria aparar os caules para que as flores pudessem absorver a água mais facilmente. Mas será que sobreviveriam? Na manhã seguinte, o buquê estava maravilhoso, com flores que eu jamais vira. A água fresca fez toda a diferença e isso me lembrou do que Jesus disse sobre a água e o que ela significa para os que creem nele. Quando Jesus pediu um copo de água à mulher samaritana, Ele demonstrou que beberia a água que ela retirava do poço, e isso mudou a vida dela. A mulher surpreendeu-se com o pedido de Jesus, porque os judeus desprezavam os samaritanos. Mas Jesus lhe disse: “Se ao menos você soubesse que presente Deus tem para você e com quem está falando, você me pediria e eu lhe daria água viva” (João 4:10). Mais tarde, no Templo, Ele disse em alta voz: “Quem tem sede, venha a mim e beba!” (7:37). Dos que cressem nele, “rios de água viva [brotariam] do interior…”. Jesus se referia ao Espírito “que seria dado mais tarde a todos que nele cressem” (vv.38-39). O Espírito revigorante de Deus nos reaviva hoje quando estamos sobrecarregados. Ele é a Água viva e habita em nossa alma com santo vigor. Que hoje possamos beber profundamente dessa fonte de Água viva — Jesus. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Marcos 10:13-16 Plano de leitura anual: Provérbios 30-31; 2 Coríntios 11:1-15; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: Três professoras em licença-maternidade levavam seus bebês à escola a cada duas semanas para interagir com os alunos. Isso ensinava os alunos a terem empatia, isto é, o cuidado e o sentimento pelos outros. Os mais receptivos eram os alunos “um pouco desafiadores”. “As crianças em idade escolar interagem mais em nível individual, porém, elas aprendem sobre como é difícil cuidar de uma criança e sobre os sentimentos do outro também”. Aprender com uma criança não é novidade para os cristãos, pois conhecemos Aquele que veio como bebê a este mundo. O Seu nascimento mudou a nossa compreensão sobre o cuidado com os outros. Os primeiros a saber do nascimento de Cristo foram os humildes pastores, que cuidavam de ovelhas fracas e vulneráveis. Mais tarde, quando as crianças foram trazidas a Jesus, o Senhor corrigiu os discípulos que as achavam indignas. “Deixem que as crianças venham a mim. Não as impeçam, pois o reino de Deus pertence aos que são como elas” (Marcos 10:14). Jesus “tomou as crianças nos braços, pôs as mãos sobre a cabeça delas e as abençoou” (v.16). Em nossa vida, às vezes somos Seus filhos “desafiadores”, e também poderíamos ser considerados indignos. Em vez disso, como Aquele que veio quando criança, Cristo nos aceita com Seu amor, ensinando-nos o poder de cuidar dos bebês e de todas as pessoas. Por: Patrícia Raybon

In this interview Patricia Raybon discusses “Truth Be Told”, the third book in her Annalee Spain historical fiction series, and talks about finding your next calling Learn more at: patriciaraybon.com faithandjusticebookgroup.com findyournextcalling.com

Who's winning the NFL's passing yards title in 2024? Who'll lead the league in rushing TDs? Which team has the best odds to make or miss the playoffs? Today we're hunting over/under season win totals we like, talking about teams we think the market is most undervaluing, and digging overall into handicapping the NFL in 2024. Plus some review of Austin Ekeler's game film and a discussion about whether he makes for an interesting sleeper in fantasy football drafts. Guest: Chris Raybon of The Action Network.   NOTES: Sponsor - www.fantrax.com/harris for the most customizable, yet simplest fantasy sports platform around Sponsor - www.leesa.com/harris and use code HARRIS for up 25% off on a great mattress plus two free pillows Sponsor - www.ZBiotics.com/harris and use code HARRIS for 15% off a probiotic that makes you feel better the morning after having a few drinks Follow Chris Raybon - @ChrisRaybon Follow our show - @HarrisFootball Get the 2024 Harris Football Almanac - https://www.harrisfootball.com/2024-player-profile-almanac Become a patron - www.patreon.com/harrisfootball Become a Person of the Book - https://www.amazon.com/Christopher-Harris/e/B007V3P4KK Watch the YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/harrisfootball Check out Denny Carter and me talking about writing and Tulsa - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40bxU8dRrjo Harris Football Yacht Club Dictionary - https://harrisfootball.github.io/dictionary.html Join the Harris Football Subreddit - www.reddit.com/r/HarrisFootball   Handicapping The NFL In 2024: * Team or Teams you feel strongest about going OVER their win total (Raybon = Panthers over 5.5 (-115); Harris = Cardinals over 6.5 (-150)) * Team or Teams you feel strongest about going UNDER their win total (Raybon = Giants under 6.5 (-135), Patriots under 4.5 (+125); Harris = Raiders under 6.5 (+110)) * Team or Teams you feel best bet to MAKE the playoffs (Raybon = Packers (-155); Harris = Bills (-175)) * Team or Teams you feel best bet to MISS the playoffs (Raybon = Chargers (-130); Harris = Bears (-110)) * Favorite bet or bets for a playoff team (can be to win Super Bowl, to make Super Bowl, to make Conference Final, etc.) (Raybon = Bengals to be #1 seed (+650); Harris = Bengals to make Super Bowl (+700)) * Favorite bet or bets on NFL Leading Passer (Raybon = C.J. Stroud (+600) and Joe Burrow (+850); Harris = Joe Burrow (+850)) * Favorite bet or bets on NFL Leading Rushing (Raybon = Jonathan Taylor (+600), Travis Etienne (+3000), Najee Harris (+6000); Harris = Saquon Barkley (+650)) * Favorite bet or bets on NFL Leading Receiver (Raybon = Ja'Marr Chase (+900), Justin Jefferson (+1000); Harris = D.J. Moore (+2200)) * Caleb Williams over/under 3500.5 pass yards (Raybon = over; Harris = over) * Aaron Rodgers over/under 26.5 pass TDs (Raybon = under; Harris = under) * Saquon Barkley over/under 1000.5 rush yards (Raybon = under; Harris = over) * Derrick Henry over/under 10.5 rush TDs (Raybon = under; Harris = under) * Cooper Kupp over/under 950.5 rec yards (Raybon = under; Harris = over) * Stefon Diggs over/under 5.5 rec TDs (Raybon = over; Harris = over)

Leitura bíblica do dia: Isaías 40:28-31 Plano de leitura anual: Salmos 72-73; Romanos 9:1-15; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: O halterofilista Paul Anderson estabeleceu um recorde mundial nas Olimpíadas de 1956, em Melbourne, Austrália, mesmo estando com febre alta e dor de ouvido. Ficando para trás dos competidores classificados, sua única chance de medalha de ouro era estabelecer um novo recorde em sua última prova. Suas duas primeiras tentativas falharam terrivelmente. Então, o atleta fez o que até o mais fraco pode fazer. Ele clamou a Deus por mais força, abrindo mão do seu próprio eu. Como ele disse mais tarde: “Não foi uma barganha. Eu precisava de ajuda”. Com seu levantamento final, ele içou 187,5 kg sobre a cabeça. O apóstolo Paulo escreveu: “Pois, quando sou fraco, então é que sou forte” (2 Coríntios 12:10). Ele falava de força espiritual, sabendo que o poder de Deus “opera melhor na fraqueza” (v.9). Como o profeta Isaías declarou: “[O Senhor] dá força aos cansados e vigor aos fracos” (40:29). Como adquirir tanta força? Permanecer em Jesus. “Pois, sem mim, vocês não podem fazer coisa alguma”, disse Ele (João 15:5). Como o halterofilista costumava dizer: “Se o homem mais forte do mundo não consegue passar um dia sem o poder de Jesus Cristo, o que você deve fazer?” Para descobrir, podemos nos libertar de nossa força ilusória, pedindo a Deus por Sua ajuda. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Salmo 23 Plano de leitura anual: Salmos 49-50; Romanos 1; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: O meu primeiro emprego foi numa loja de roupas femininas na qual uma mulher disfarçada de cliente vigiava as pessoas suspeitas de furtar mercadorias. Segundo os donos da loja, algumas pessoas se encaixavam nesse perfil. Outras não consideradas como ameaça eram ignoradas. Eu também já fui seguida nas lojas, uma experiência interessante, pois ainda reconheço essa tática. Diferentemente disso, Davi declarou que era seguido por bençãos divinas: a bondade e o amor. Essas duas dádivas estão conectadas, seguindo-o não com suspeita, mas com amor verdadeiro. Esses “anjos da guarda” gêmeos, como o evangelista Charles Spurgeon descreveu a dupla, seguem os cristãos durante os dias sombrios e brilhantes. “Os dias sombrios do inverno, bem como os dias brilhantes do verão. A bondade supre as nossas necessidades, e o amor misericordioso apaga os nossos pecados”. Sendo pastor, Davi entendeu essa combinação de bondade e amor concedida por Deus. Outras coisas poderiam seguir os cristãos: medo, preocupação, tentação, dúvidas. Mas “certamente”, Davi declara com muita convicção, a benignidade de Deus e Seu amor misericordioso nos seguem continuamente. Como Davi se alegrou: “Certamente a bondade e o amor me seguirão todos os dias de minha vida, e viverei na casa do Senhor para sempre.” (Salmo 23:6). Que dádiva incrível! Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: 1 Pedro 5:1-6 Plano de leitura anual: Salmos 23-25; Atos 21:18-40; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: O pacote de salgadinhos era pequeno, mas ensinou uma grande lição a uma missionária norte-americana. Traba- lhando na República Dominicana, ela chegou a uma reunião da igreja e abriu seu salgadinho. Alguém que ela mal conhecia pegou alguns do pacote e outros também se serviram. Que falta de educação, ela pensou, mas recebeu uma lição de humildade. Ela ainda não entendia a cultura local. Em vez de enfatizar o individualismo, aprendeu que, na República Dominicana, vive-se em comunidade. Compartilhar a comida e os bens é um modo de se relacionarem. O jeito dela não era melhor, apenas diferente. Ela confessou: “Foi humilhante descobrir isso sobre mim”. Quando ela reconheceu os seus preconceitos, descobriu que compartilhar a ajudou a servi-los melhor. Pedro ensinou isto aos líderes da igreja: tratar os outros com humildade. Aconselhou os presbíteros: “Não abusem de sua autoridade com aqueles que foram colocados sob seus cuidados” (1 Pedro 5:3). E aos mais jovens: “aceitem a autoridade dos presbíteros […] vistam-se de humildade” (v.5). Ele declarou: “Deus se opõe aos orgulhosos, mas concede graça aos humildes”. “Portanto, humilhem-se sob o grande poder de Deus e […] ele os exaltará” (v.6). Que Ele nos ajude a viver humildemente diante dele e dos outros. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Patricia Raybon joins us for a chat about writing a story set in historical Denver, writing a Black American woman in the 1920s, and her latest release Truth Be Told. Don't forget to enter to win a copy of this great book! 

Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content.Patricia Raybon joins us for the very first time on the podcast, though she isn't a new author. We discuss her latest release, Truth Be Told, if writing a mystery is hard for her, what she'd like readers to take from the book, and what makes a good mystery. Patrons will find out what her current favorite movie is and why. Truth Be Told by Patricia RaybonOn a lovely June night in 1924, amateur detective Annalee Spain is mingling bravely at a high-class political fundraiser in the lush backyard garden of famed political fixer Cooper Coates, one of the wealthiest men in Denver's Black neighborhood of Five Points. When Coates's young daughter discovers a pretty stranger dead in her father's garden shed, Annalee is thrust onto the baffling new case just as she's reeling from another recent discovery—a handwritten letter, found buried in her own garden, that reveals the identity of her mother.Not ready to face the truth about her hidden past, Annalee throws herself into solving the mystery of the young woman's demise. With the help of her pastor boyfriend Jack Blake, her orphaned buddy Eddie, and her trustworthy church friends, Annalee follows the clues to three seemingly disconnected settings—a traveling carnival set up downtown, a Black civic club, and a prestigious white seminary on the outskirts of Denver. Intriguing advice also comes from a famous, real-life Denver visitor. But is Annalee on the right track or just running in circles, fleeing from conflicts racing in her heart?In a taut, heart-gripping narrative driven by secrets, romance, and lies, Annalee must unravel a case with higher stakes than she imagined—one where answers about a lovely woman's death point to truths and tensions still throbbing today.A clean historical mystery featuring an amateur female detective, from the Christy Award–winning author of All That Is SecretThird installment in the Annalee Spain seriesIncludes discussion questions for book groupsGet your copy of Truth Be Told by Patricia Raybon.Christy Award winner Patricia Raybon was reared near Denver, Colorado under big sky, bright sunshine, and the humbling mystery of Christ. A newspaper journalist who turned to historical fiction, she authors devotional writing for Our Daily Bread and writes the Annalee Spain Mystery series set in Colorado's dangerous 1920s Klan era.Visit Patricia's website.

Patricia Raybon has such a compelling author voice, and combined with rich characters and historically riveting settings, her Annalee Spain mystery series keeps readers on their toes. Listen in to learn what inspires Patricia's writing and what you may learn from it. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.  One of the coolest things about Patricia Raybon's writing is that it shows part of American history that we don't often see. We're familiar with KKK activity in the South, but Denver?   Add to that a character who is a theologian with her own family secrets to uncover even as she works to find out who killed someone and why, and the story grips you from page one and won't let you go. Additionally, Patricia's handling of racial tensions and atrocities serve to educate without being preachy.  She handles these situations in a compassionate and intelligent way, offering readers a look into history that can be tough to encounter. I for one, can't wait for the next... and the next... and...   Truth Be Told by Patricia Raybon Denver's newest detective. A garden's deadly secrets. On a lovely June night in 1924, amateur detective Annalee Spain is mingling bravely at a high-class political fundraiser in the lush backyard garden of famed political fixer Cooper Coates, one of the wealthiest men in Denver's Black neighborhood of Five Points. When Coates's young daughter discovers a pretty stranger dead in her father's garden shed, Annalee is thrust onto the baffling new case just as she's reeling from another recent discovery—a handwritten letter, found buried in her own garden, that reveals the identity of her mother. Not ready to face the truth about her hidden past, Annalee throws herself into solving the mystery of the young woman's demise. With the help of her pastor boyfriend Jack Blake, her orphaned buddy Eddie, and her trustworthy church friends, Annalee follows the clues to three seemingly disconnected settings—a traveling carnival set up downtown, a Black civic club, and a prestigious white seminary on the outskirts of Denver. Intriguing advice also comes from a famous, real-life Denver visitor. But is Annalee on the right track or just running in circles, fleeing from conflicts racing in her heart? In a taut, heart-gripping narrative driven by secrets, romance, and lies, Annalee must unravel a case with higher stakes than she imagined—one where answers about a lovely woman's death point to truths and tensions still throbbing today. A clean historical mystery featuring an amateur female detective, from the Christy Award–winning author of All That Is Secret Third installment in the Annalee Spain series Includes discussion questions for book groups You can find out more about Patricia on her WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple  Castbox  Google Play Libsyn  RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Leitura bíblica do dia: Colossenses 3:22-25 Plano de leitura anual: Jó 17-19; Atos 10:1-23; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: A revista era considerada “importante”. Por isso, esforcei-me por apresentar o melhor artigo possível para o editor sênior. Sentindo pressão para cumprir os seus padrões, continuei a reescrever os meus pensamentos e ideias. Mas qual era o meu problema? Era o tema desafiador? Ou minha verdadeira preocupação seria a editora aprovar a minha pessoa, e não apenas as minhas palavras? Para essas preocupações, Paulo tem instruções dignas de confiança. Na carta aos colossenses, Paulo exortou os cristãos a trabalharem pela aprovação de Deus, não das pessoas. Ele disse: “Em tudo que fizerem, trabalhem de bom ânimo, como se fosse para o Senhor, e não para os homens. Lembrem-se de que o Senhor lhes dará uma herança como recompensa e de que o Senhor a quem servem é Cristo” (Colossenses 3:23-24). Reflitamos sobre isso e deixemos de lutar para parecer bem aos olhos dos nossos patrões terrenos. Com certeza, nós os honramos como pessoas e procuramos dar-lhes o nosso melhor. Mas, se trabalharmos “como se fosse para o Senhor”, pedindo por Sua liderança e bênção ao nosso trabalho para Ele, o Senhor abrilhantará os nossos esforços. A nossa recompensa? A pressão sobre o trabalho é aliviada e finalizamos nossas tarefas. E um dia o ouviremos dizer: “Muito bem!”. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Jeremias 17:5-8 Plano de leitura anual: Neemias 7-9; Atos 3; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: “Os lilases se agitam ao vento”. Com a abertura do seu poema “Maio”, a poetisa Sara Teasdale capturou a visão dos arbustos lilases balançando ao vento. No entanto, ela lamentava um amor perdido, e o poema rapidamente se tornou triste. Os lilases do meu quintal também enfrentaram desafios. Depois de sua estação mais exuberante e bela, sentiram o rastelo do jardineiro que os “aparou” até os tocos. Chorei. Três anos depois, ramos estéreis, um surto de fungos, e o meu plano descrente de os desenterrar, os nossos lilases, tão sofridos, recuperaram-se. Eles precisavam de tempo, e eu de esperar pelo que não conseguia ver. A Bíblia fala de muitas pessoas que esperaram fielmente apesar das adversidades. Noé esperou por chuva. Calebe esperou por 40 anos para viver na Terra Prometida. Rebeca esperou 20 para conceber uma criança. Jacó esperou 7 para casar-se com Raquel. Simeão esperou muito para ver o menino Jesus. A paciência deles foi recompensada. Em contrapartida, aqueles que olham para os homens serão “como arbusto solitário no deserto” (Jeremias 17:6). A poetisa finalizou seu poema em tal escuridão. “Vou por um caminho invernal” concluiu ela. Mas “feliz é quem confia no Senhor”, serão “como árvore plantada junto ao rio” regozijou-se Jeremias. (vv.7-8). A confiança permanece em Deus, que caminha conosco em meio às alegrias e adversidades da vida. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Tonya Raybon is a salon owner in Baton Rouge, LA and she is on the pod today with such an encouraging message for us! Tune in today to hear Tonya tell us her story of how she built her business and how it's never too late to get started on your dream. She hones in on the importance of going for it even when you're scared and how it's all worth it in the end. Now launching her own coaching business and podcast, Tonya is just getting started and we are here for it! You definitely want to hear this episode!CONNECT WITH TONYA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyaraybon/Salon Website: https://salonraybon.com/index.htmlPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perfectly-blended/id1708659792LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW!Weekly Newsletter: https://crafty-producer-5545.ck.page/6fe710184cSocial Media Success Blueprint: https://crafty-producer-5545.ck.page/83d61e346cAuthentic Content Creation Guide: https://crafty-producer-5545.ck.page/57156d1bf1BUY TICKETS FOR DGML 2024https://www.shelbyclementmarketing.com/damn-good-marketing-live-eventABOUT THE HOST:Shelby Clement is a seasoned social media marketing expert with more than a decade of experience. As an entrepreneur, founder, wife, and mother of two, she has worked with clients across various industries, ranging from small businesses to big corporations. Starting her career as a Marketing Director in the oil and gas sector, Shelby recognized the gaps in big companies' marketing strategies and sought to bridge them. However, after eight years in the corporate world, she became disenchanted with its limitations and demands. At a social media marketing conference in 2021, Shelby had an epiphany and realized the potential of social media marketing, prompting her to take a leap of faith and bet on herself.This led to the creation of Shelby Clement Marketing, an agency specializing in personalized marketing strategies that deliver measurable results and prioritize client satisfaction above all else. Since its establishment, SCM has helped numerous clients to enhance their brands, boost brand recognition, and achieve their business objectives.You can connect with Shelby at:Website: https://www.shelbyclementmarketing.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelbyclementmarketingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsshelbyclementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelby-dimiceli-clement-a9497049/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shelbyclementmarketingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shelbyclementmarketing

Leitura bíblica do dia: Apocalipse 3:14-22 Plano de leitura anual: 1 Crônicas 28-29; João 9:24-41; Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: As temperaturas onde moro mudam rápido — às vezes em minutos. Então, meu marido ficou curioso sobre as diferenças de temperatura dentro e fora de nossa casa. Fã de aparelhos, ele estava animado com seu mais recente “brinquedo” — um termômetro mostrando a temperatura de quatro “zonas” ao redor de nossa casa. Sempre achei que era um aparelho “desnecessário”, mas fiquei surpresa ao me ver verificando as temperaturas constantemente. As diferenças internas e externas me fascinavam. Jesus usou a temperatura para descrever a igreja “morna”, em Laodiceia, uma das mais ricas das sete cidades do Apocalipse. A cidade era prejudicada por um abastecimento de água insuficiente e precisava de um aqueduto para transportar a água de uma fonte termal. Quando ela chegava a Laodiceia, não estava nem quente, nem fria. A igreja também estava morna. Jesus disse: “…Você não é frio nem quente. Desejaria que fosse um ou o outro! Mas, porque é como água morna […] eu o vomitarei de minha boca” (Apocalipse 3:15-16). Como Cristo explicou: “Eu corrijo e disciplino aqueles que amo. Por isso, seja zeloso e arrependa-se” (v.19). O apelo do nosso Salvador é urgente para nós também. Espiritualmente, você não é nem quente nem frio? Aceite Sua correção e peça-lhe para ajudá-lo a viver sua fé com zelo e fervor. Por: Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Salmo 134 Plano de leitura anual: 1 Reis 8-9; Lucas 21:1-19; São três da manhã na ala de cuidados intensivos. Um paciente preocupado chama pela quarta vez numa hora. A enfermeira o atende sem reclamar. Outro paciente grita e pede atenção, mas isso não a surpreende. Ela pediu o turno da noite há 5 anos para evitar o frenesi diurno do hospital. O trabalho noturno significou assumir tarefas extras: levantar e movimentar os pacientes sozinha, monitorar de perto as condições dos pacientes para notificar os médicos das emergências. Estimulada por seus bons colegas de trabalho, essa enfermeira luta para conseguir dormir adequadamente. Muitas vezes, pede orações à igreja, pois vê sua função como algo essencial. “Louvado seja Deus, as orações deles fazem a diferença.” Esse louvor é bom e digno de um trabalhador noturno e de todos nós. O salmista escreveu: “Louvem o Senhor todos vocês, servos do Senhor, todos que servem de noite na casa do Senhor. Levantem suas mãos para o santuário e louvem o Senhor” (Salmo 134:1-2). Esse salmo, escrito aos levitas que serviam como vigias do Templo, reconheceu o importante trabalho deles em proteger o Templo dia e a noite. Em nosso mundo agitado, é apropriado compartilhar esse salmo especialmente com trabalhadores do período noturno, mas cada um de nós pode louvar a Deus durante a noite. “De Sião os abençoe o Senhor, que fez os céus e a terra!” (v.3). Por:  Patrícia Raybon

A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon is a Christy Award-winning author and essayist whose novels and books explore the daring intersection of faith and race. Her Annalee Spain Mysteries feature a young Black theologian—a fan of Sherlock Holmes—who solves crimes during Colorado's dangerous 1920s Klan years. Her essays have been published in the New York Times Sunday Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, USA Weekend, Chicago Tribune, Denver Post, and aired on NPR's Weekend Edition. Formerly a Sunday magazine editor at The Denver Post and a journalism faculty member at the University of Colorado at Boulder, Patricia lives near Denver with her husband Dan, a retired educator. With two grown daughters and five grandchildren, they enjoy movies, popcorn, college hoops, and any Masterpiece historical mystery or drama. Join her on the journey at patriciaraybon.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/patricia.raybon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patriciaraybon Other Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaraybon/ Website: https://www.patriciaraybon.com/ Mentioned in the Podcast:https://newspapers.org/https://www.coloradohistoricnewspapers.org/*****************About SinCSisters in Crime (SinC) was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers. Through advocacy, programming and leadership, SinC empowers and supports all crime writers regardless of genre or place on their career trajectory.www.SistersinCrime.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincnational/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sincnational.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@sincnationalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sistersincrimeTikTok:: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincnationalThe SinC Writers' Podcast is produced by Julian Crocamo https://www.juliancrocamo.com/

Leitura bíblica do dia: Atos 8:26-35 Plano de leitura anual: Josué 10-12; Lucas 1:39-56; O e-mail era curto e urgente: "Peço salvação. Eu gostaria de conhecer Jesus”. Surpreendente! Ao contrário de outras pessoas que ainda não tinham recebido Cristo, essa pessoa não precisava de convencimento. Minha tarefa era acalmar as minhas dúvidas sobre a evangelização e compartilhar conceitos-chave, Escrituras e recursos confiáveis que respondessem ao apelo daquele homem. A partir daí, pela fé, Deus o orientaria. Filipe evangelizou na estrada deserta onde conheceu o tesoureiro da Etiópia que lia o livro de Isaías em voz alta. Perguntou-lhe se compreendia o que lia, e ouviu: “Como posso entender sem que alguém me explique?”. Convidado a esclarecer: “Filipe, [começou] com essa mesma passagem das Escrituras, anunciou-lhe as boas-novas a respeito de Jesus” (Atos 8:30-31,35). Começar onde as pessoas se encontram e manter o evangelismo simples, como Filipe o fez, é um modo eficaz de compartilhar Cristo. De fato, enquanto viajavam, o homem disse: “Veja, aqui tem água” e pediu para ser batizado (v.36). Filipe o batizou e o homem “seguiu viagem cheio de alegria” (v.39). Alegrei-me quando o autor do e-mail respondeu que tinha se arrependido do pecado, confessado a Cristo, encontrado uma igreja e crido que nasceu de novo. Que belo começo! Que Deus o leve ainda mais alto! Por:  Patrícia Raybon

Our special guest, Tonya Raybon, joins us to discuss her experience with the Enneagram. Tonya has worked extensively with me, participating in retreats, one-on-one sessions, and couple's workshops. She shares her insights as a social Enneagram Type 2, also known as "The Helper," and we explore the nuances of her tri-type, 2-6-8, which is referred to as "The Rescuer."Throughout the episode, we tackle the challenges of setting boundaries, especially for Enneagram Type 2s who are naturally inclined to say "yes" and accommodate others. We emphasize the importance of pausing before committing to tasks and asking oneself if the action would still be a "yes" even without external appreciation or reciprocation.Tonya and I also discuss strategies for understanding and interacting with loved ones through the lens of the Enneagram. We highlight the significance of the three centers of intelligence (instinctual, feeling, and thinking) and how recognizing these can improve communication and relationships within families, including with children and grandchildren.Finally, we touch on Tonya's podcast, "Perfectly Blended," which focuses on the complexities of blended family life and the continuous blending of roles that women often navigate.Connect with Tracy:Tracy's Website http://tracyomalley.com/ Tracy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tracy_omalley/ Tracy on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tracy.omalley Tracy on Twitter https://twitter.com/TracyOMall Tracy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-o-malley/Resources:Attend Tracy's Enneagram Group Workshop https://www.tracyomalley.com/workshop Access Tracy's Enneagram Blueprint https://www.tracyomalley.com/workwithmeUsing Your Stress Number to Eliminate Shame & Self-Sabotage on Lead with the Enneagram EP356 https://open.spotify.com/episode/111YMhtJjtw4sgBsN4fHs7 Book a Power Session with Tracy http://tracyomalley.com/workwithme/Learn More About Tracy's Enneagram Team Dynamics Workshop https://www.tracyomalley.com/workwithme Book a Partner Session with Tracy https://www.tracyomalley.com/workwithmeApply for 1:1 Coaching with Tracy https://www.tracyomalley.com/workwithmeEmail info@tracyomalley.com

Leitura bíblica do dia: 1 Pedro 4:7-11 Plano de leitura anual: Números 23-25; Marcos 7:14-37; Em 2013, David Suchet estrelava uma peça teatral e filmava os episódios finais de uma série da TV, atuando como o detetive Hercule Poirot, de Agatha Christie, quando assumiu “o maior papel de sua vida”. Entre esses projetos, ele gravou uma versão em áudio de toda a Bíblia, do livro de Gênesis ao Apocalipse: 752.702 palavras em 200 horas. Suchet conheceu a Cristo como Salvador pessoal após ler Romanos numa Bíblia que encontrara num quarto de hotel. Ele chamou o projeto de “uma ambição de 27 anos. Senti-me motivado. Fiz tantas pesquisas em cada etapa que mal podia esperar para começar.” Nesse projeto, ele doou seu salário. Essa atitude é um exemplo inspirador de como glorificar a Deus, sendo o mordomo de um dom, e o compartilhando. Pedro insistiu sobre o ensino da mordomia em sua carta aos cristãos do primeiro século. Perseguidos por adorar a Jesus, não a César, eles foram desafiados a se concentrar em viver para Deus, alimentando seus dons espirituais. “ Você tem o dom de falar? Então faça-o de acordo com as palavras de Deus”. Podemos desenvolver os dons, “Assim, tudo que você realizar trará glória a Deus por meio de Jesus Cristo” (1 Pedro 4:11). Suchet ofereceu seus talentos a Deus. Podemos fazer o mesmo. Lide bem com o que Deus lhe concedeu, para a glória do Senhor. Por:  Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Salmo 147:8-17 Plano de leitura anual: Êxodo 31-33; Mateus 22:1-22; As autoridades maravilharam-se com as “centenas de milhares ou talvez milhões de orações” que foram feitas a Deus para que ajudasse enquanto o East Troublesome Fire (um incêndio de grandes proporções) se espalhava pelas montanhas do Colorado, EUA, no outono de 2020. O fogo consumiu 404 km2 em 12 horas, rugindo pelas florestas secas, queimando 300 casas, e ameaçando cidades inteiras na passagem. Depois veio “a dádiva de Deus”, como um meteorologista a chamou. Não, não foi a chuva, mas a neve oportuna, que caiu sobre a zona em chamas, chegando cedo para essa época do ano, retardando o fogo e, em alguns lugares, parando-o. Essa ajuda parecia maravilhosa demais para explicar. Deus ouve as nossas preces pela neve? E pela chuva também? A Bíblia registra Suas muitas respostas, incluindo a esperança de Elias pelas chuvas (1 Reis 18:41-46). Elias, servo de grande fé, entendeu a soberania de Deus, inclusive sobre o clima. Lemos, no Salmo 147, que: Ele “provê chuva para a terra” (v.8), “envia a neve como a lã […] Quem é capaz de suportar o frio intenso?” (vv.16-17).  Elias podia ouvir “uma forte tempestade chegando” antes mesmo de as nuvens se formarem (1 Reis 18:41). Nossa fé no poder de Deus é forte assim? Deus nos encoraja a confiar nele, não importa a Sua resposta. Podemos buscar o Senhor e clamar por Sua ajuda maravilhosa.  Por:  Patrícia Raybon

Leitura bíblica do dia: Hebreus 12:1-3, 12-13 Plano de leitura anual: Gênesis 41-42; Mateus 12:1-23; Houve uma forte tempestade em Memphis, Tennessee, EUA, na noite de 3 de abril de 1968. Cansado e doente, o Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. não planejava discursar no salão da igreja em apoio à greve dos trabalhadores. Mas, ao saber que uma multidão tinha enfrentado as chuvas para ouvi-lo, ele foi até lá e falou por 40 minutos, e fez um dos seus mais memoráveis discursos: “Eu estive no topo da montanha”. No dia seguinte, o Dr. King foi assassinado, mas seu discurso ainda inspira os oprimidos com a esperança da “Terra Prometida”. Da mesma forma, os primeiros seguidores de Jesus foram encorajados por uma mensagem comovente. A epístola aos Hebreus foi escrita para encorajar os judeus cristãos que enfrentavam ameaças por sua fé em Cristo. Ela oferece fortalecimento espiritual para não perdermos a esperança, insistindo: “revigorem suas mãos cansadas e seus joelhos enfraquecidos” (12:12). Eles reconheceriam esse apelo vindo originalmente do profeta Isaías (Isaías 35:3). Mas agora, como discípulos de Cristo, somos chamados a correr “com perseverança a corrida que foi posta diante de nós” mantendo “o olhar firme em Jesus, o líder e aperfeiçoador de nossa fé” (12:1-2). Desse modo, não ficaremos “cansados nem desanimados” (v.3). Certamente, os ventos e tempestades nos aguardam, mas em Jesus, superamos as tempestades da vida. Por:  Patrícia Raybon

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Vamos ler o devocional juntos? Separe um tempo especial para Deus hoje e faça sua reflexão diária: Leitura bíblica do dia: Gênesis 30:1-2,22-24 Plano de leitura anual: Jonas 1–4; Apocalipse 10; Assisti um culto no qual o pastor de uma igreja africana caiu de joelhos, orando a Deus e dizendo: “Lembre-se de nós!”. Ele clamava e a multidão respondia: “Lembre-se de nós, Senhor!”. Surpreendi-me por ter derramado lágrimas também. Isso lembrou-me de quando ouvia o nosso pastor fazer o mesmo apelo a Deus. “Lembre-se de nós, Senhor!”. Quando criança, eu presumia que Deus às vezes se esquece de nós. Mas Deus é onisciente (Salmo 147:5; 1 João 3:20), sempre nos vê (Salmo 33:13-15) e nos ama além da medida (Efésios 3:17-19). Muito mais, como vemos na palavra hebraica zakar, que significa “lembre-se”, quando Deus “se lembra” de nós, Ele age por nós. Zakar também significa agir em nome de uma pessoa. Assim, quando Deus “se lembrou de Noé e de todos os animais selvagens e domésticos que estavam com ele na arca. Deus fez soprar um vento sobre a terra, e as águas do dilúvio começaram a baixar” (Gênesis 8:1). Quando Deus “se lembrou” da esterilidade de Raquel, Ele “em resposta a suas orações, permitiu que ela se tornasse fértil. Ela engravidou e deu à luz um filho” (30:22-23). Demonstramos confiança quando pedimos a Deus em oração para se lembrar de nós. Ele decidirá como responderá. No entanto, podemos orar sabendo que o nosso humilde pedido move o coração de Deus. Por:  Patrícia Raybon

In this episode, Liz Beth Raybon and Allison Gaillard share their journey of running and building strong Christian friendships through their running group Gals for His Glory. They talk about starting as beginners, the races they have participated in, and the lessons they have learned along the way. They also discuss the upcoming Run to the Light 5K, a charity race to support the Alpha Women's Resource Center.Liz Beth RaybonRaces MentionedAzalea Trail RunBig Beach Half MarathonPensacola Double Bridge 15kRun to the Light 5kShout OutsSusan HendersonSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, including signing up for our upcoming training program, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, coding tutoring, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisKellie LandrumJenni ZimlichJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell Gustavson

Patricia Raybon was a journalist and journalism educator for most of her adult life. Now she writes historical mysteries! Her novel All That Is Secret won the Christy Award for Best First Novel in 2022. Patricia and I talked about the second in her mystery series, Double the Lies. We also discussed what it was like for her growing up under Jim Crow, the role the Black church played in her life, the prominence of the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado, and her call to write at the intersection of faith and race. Here is the description of Double the Lies: On a cold spring night in 1924, Annalee Spain offers her new fancy lace handkerchief—a gift from her pastor boyfriend Jack Blake—to a young woman crying in a Denver public library. But later that night, when police find the handkerchief next to the body of the young woman's murdered husband, Annalee becomes the number one suspect, and her panic doubles when she learns that Jack has gone missing. With just days to solve the murder before the city's Klan-run police frame her for the crime, Annalee finds herself hunting for clues in the snowy Colorado mountain town of Estes Park. She questions the victim's wife and her uncle, a wealthy Denver banker—at their mountain lodge—desperate for leads. Instead, she finds a household full of suspects and even more burning questions. Who keeps threatening her, why can't she find Jack, and will a dangerous flirtation be her undoing? Her answers and prayers plumb the depths of the human heart, including her own, exploring long-buried secrets, family lies, and the nature of deceit—all of which could cost the young detective her fledgling love . . . and perhaps even her life. Purchase Double the Lies on Amazon (affiliate). Check out Patricia's website and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join Patricia's Reader's Circle here. Also mentioned: Purchase the Father Brown Mysteries on Amazon (books) or purchase the television series (affiliate). Find the Bessie Coleman doll on Amazon (affiliate). The devotional Patricia mentioned: Our Daily Bread. Subscribe to my mailing list to receive free book recommendations and samples of my writing! Join my community and help support the show on Patreon! Join the Historical Fiction: Unpacked Podcast Group on Facebook! Be sure to visit my Instagram, Facebook, and website. Follow the show on Instagram! Purchase Alison's historical novel, One Traveler (affiliate). Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click them and make a purchase, you help support my work without paying any more for the product. Thank you for your support!

This is a murder mystery. It's the second book in a 1920s series starring the prim, poor but clever, Annalee Spain - a fan of Sherlock Holmes - who solves murder and crime in Colorado's dangerous Klan era. We're talking with Colorado author Patricia Raybon about race and faith, why we love a good mystery, and how transparency is essential. I want to thank The Colorado Sun for shining their light on Patricia's work. I listen to the Sun's podcast called The Daily Sun-Up, and every Sunday I check out their SunLit feature for author spotlights. Sunlit editor Kevin Simpson often talks to authors on The Daily Sun-ups Friday podcast. Look for it wherever you're listening to this podcast. Patricia is part of a panel discussion at the Colorado Sun's SunFest ideas conference this week. You can get more info at coloradosun.com .One more big thank you to her publisher Tyndale House, the audio publisher One Audiobooks for the excerpts from Double the Lies.  And, as always, thank you for listening.  https://www.patriciaraybon.com/  this is a link to Patricia's website https://coloradosun.com/sunfest/ this is a link for the Colorado Sun's SunFest conference --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-bakken/support

Today I get to share with you my conversation with Patricia Raybon. Patricia is a woman who wears many hats as a writer of both nonfiction and fiction. She shares with me what it was like for her to grow up under Jim Crow segregation and how that informed her identity from a young age, and how writing out stories helped her to make sense of what she experienced from the culture at large while her faith bloomed in her own soul. As an adult, in her journalism career, she cultivated the art of listening and understanding people's history to help her wrestle with  forgiveness, the effects of racism on her life, learn to love when things got hard, and writing it all down so that the Lord could reveal Himself to her, and ultimately others, in that journey. Most recently she burst into the Christian fiction scene with her award winning debut novel All That is Secret is the first book in the Annalee Spain trilogy which follows a young Black woman in 1923 working in higher ed as a theology professor, as well as writing as a journalist. Annalee finds herself in the midst of a mystery in the wild west of Colorado, where the second wave of the Klu Klux Klan is flexing its power, and willing to do anything to keep secrets hidden. Patricia shares with me the inspiration for her female professor turned detective, the realities her story is based on, and the resilience and heart of Black women that beats through each page. She shares a little bit about the topics that come up in the rest of the trilogy such as interracial marriage, Black women's roles in society historically, female detectives as a whole, but mostly, we talk about the realities of what many people continue to face day in and day out and yet still have to persevere in their days. When we listen to the stories of others to better understand their experience, not to pass judgement, even if it makes us uncomfortable, we have such a rich opportunity to encounter God, learn more about fellow image bearers in the Kingdom of God, and consider life from a perspective we may not have had a chance to otheriwse. Patricia has such a sweet spirit, but a fiery tenacity that I know you are just going to love. I cannot wait for you to spend time with us today.    Connecting with Patricia: Books Facebook Instagram Reader's Circle Website    Episode Sponsor: Tony Crabtree of Crabtree Homes with Exit Realty Facebook Instagram  Tik Tok  Website YouTube   Scripture References: John 15:18, 16:33- The world may hate you, but it hated Jesus first, take heart John 3:16- God loves you (among a thousand other verses!) Zephanie 3:17- God sings over you Colossians 3:12, 1 John 4:7-God calls you beloved Psalm 116:15, Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 31:3, Ephesians 2:10- You are precious in the Lord's sight  Jesus' parables (his stories) Galatians 6:4- “Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else.” (NLT)   References: Jim Crow Segregation Internalized oppression  The Denver Post United Methodist Publishing House  The Holocaust  Holocaust denial  Reconstruction The prison pipeline  The middle passage Night - Ellie Wiesel James Baldwin President Truman integrated the army (July 1948) University of Colorado  USA Today, New York Times, Newsweek Penguin Random House My First White Friend : Confessions on Race, Love and Forgiveness Zondervan  I Told the Mountain to Move Christianity Today  One Year: God's Great Blessings Devotional Civil Rights Movement The klan = Klu Klux Klan The second highest KKK membership in the country in the second wave in Colorado What is the “white savior” narrative? The Help book and movie The Black friend who enlightens the white protagonist trope Sherlock Holmes The instagram post about the model cover  Anti Miscegenation Undivided: A Muslim Daughter, Her Christian Mother, Their Path to Peace Steph Curry's book club pick! Our Daily Bread    Connecting with Emily and Simply Stories Podcast: Instagram (Em life // Podcast Life) Facebook Twitter Blog   

Who's winning the NFL's rushing title in 2023? Who'll lead the league in passing yards? Which team has the most favorable odds to make and miss the playoffs? Today we're hunting over/under season win totals we like, talking about teams we think the market is undervaluing, and digging overall into the upcoming season from a handicapping perspective! We'll also discuss some changes in our overall fantasy ranks, and watch some film on Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson. Guest: Chris Raybon of the Action Network.   NOTES: Sponsor - www.Gametime.co code HARRIS for $20 off on last-minute tickets for sports, music, comedy and theater with the Gametime price guarantee Sponsor - www.DraftKings.com code HARRIS for a free contest with your initial deposit to play our favorite DFS games, including our weekly listener contest Sponsor - www.RocketMoney.com/harris for a service that helps you maintain and cancel unwanted subscriptions Follow Chris Raybon - @ChrisRaybon Follow our show - @HarrisFootball Become a patron - www.patreon.com/harrisfootball Become a Person of the Book - https://www.amazon.com/Christopher-Harris/e/B007V3P4KK Watch the YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/harrisfootball Harris Football Yacht Club Dictionary - https://harrisfootball.fandom.com/wiki/Harris_Football_Wiki Join the Harris Football Subreddit - www.reddit.com/r/HarrisFootball   Our Favorite NFL Futures Bets: * Win Total Over: Raybon = Titans over 7.5, Falcons over 8.5, Chiefs over 11.5; Harris = Vikings over 8.5 * Win Total Under: Raybon = Saints under 9.5, Commanders under 6.5; Harris = Browns under 9.5 * Team To Make Playoffs: Raybon = Falcons +105, Titans +210; Harris = Dolphins -110 * Team To Miss Playoffs: Raybon = Jaguars +165, Saints +160, Dolphins -110; Harris; Saints +160 * Favorite Playoff Bet: Raybon = Cowboys to make Super Bowl +600; Harris = Titans to lose Wild Card +300 * NFL Leading Passer: Raybon = Herbert +650; Harris = Tagovailoa +2200 * NFL Leading Rushing: Raybon = Bijan Robinson +1000; Harris = Mixon +3500 * NFL Leading Receiver: Raybon = Jefferson +550; Harris = Lamb +2200 * Anthony Richardson over/under 2800.5 pass yards (Raybon = over; Harris = under) * Deshaun Watson over/under 26.5 pass TDs (Raybon = under; Harris = under) * Joe Mixon over/under 825.5 rush yards (Raybon = under; Harris = over) * Saquon Barkley over/under 7.5 rush TDs (Raybon = under; Harris = over) * Garrett Wilson over/under 1150.5 rec yards (Raybon = under; Harris = under) * Terry McLaurin over/under 4.5 rec TDs (Raybon = under; Harris = over) * Extra Raybon bets: Hurts for MVP (+1200) Jordan Love lead league in INT (+1300)

Today we discuss the final book in our Historical Fiction theme! Get ready for a story full of mystery, explosions, secrets, and romance. You won't want to miss it!

What is casual racism? And how did a non-fiction writer end up writing a mystery series? Author Patricia Raybon talks with Amy Julia Becker about faith and “casual racism,” Black history month, and the beauty and truth that emerge from creative storytelling.__Giveaway:  Share this episode on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter by February 26th and tag me when you share. You'll be entered for a chance to win a copy of Patricia's latest book, Double the Lies.__Guest Bio:“A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon is an award-winning Colorado author, essayist, and novelist who writes daring and exciting books and novels at the intersection of faith and race. After a notable career in newspaper journalism and journalism education, Patricia turned to fiction with release of a 1920s mystery series about a prim, poor but clever Black female theologian—a fan of Sherlock Holmes—who solves murder and crime in Colorado's dangerous Klan era.”__Connect Online:Website: www.patriciaraybon.comInstagram: @patriciaraybonFacebook: @patricia.raybonTwitter: @patriciaraybon__On the Podcast:Patricia's 1st interview on Amy Julia's podcast: S3 E3 | Our Different Stories Divide UsAll That Is Secret by Patricia Raybon Double the Lies by Patricia RaybonWhite Picket Fences by Amy Julia BeckerStory by Robert McKee https://www.coloradohistoricnewspapers.org/For full show notes, transcript, and more, go to: amyjuliabecker.com/patricia-raybon/___Season 6 of the Love Is Stronger Than Fear podcast connects to themes in my latest book, To Be Made Well, which you can order here! Learn more about my writing and speaking at amyjuliabecker.com.__*A transcript of this episode will be available within one business day on my website, and a video with closed captions will be available on my YouTube Channel.Connect with me: Instagram Facebook Twitter Website Thanks for listening!

Double the Lies from award-winning author Patricia Raybon is featured in the February issue of Woman's World Magazine, and was lauded by Publishers Weekly as a “fast-moving mystery” whose “mix of history and intrigue will captivate readers.” The novel is “stirring, fast-paced and powerful,” says Foreword Reviews, It follows All That Is Secret, the 2022 Christy Award-winning debut of the Annalee Spain Mystery series from Tyndale House.Order your copy today . . .  and leave a comment on this weeks featured article for a chance to WIN one of 5 copies: https://incourage.me/?p=229873--The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring, makers of your favorite cards, books, and gifts. Visit them today at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily empowerment Website for the (in) library, meet contributors, article archive Email us at incourage@dayspring.com Leave a podcast review on Apple!

"The best tactic to conquer a lie?   Lift up the One who is our Truth.May we never doubt that the whole truth is never far. His name is Christ  -- and His truth keeps marching on. That sounds like a battle song, and maybe it is. More than all, however, His truth marches us toward His forgiving, accepting love. For me. For you. For all."Leave a comment for Patricia + enter the giveaway: https://incourage.me/?p=229873--This Valentine's Day, browse DaySpring's selection of faith-filled gifts, cards, books & Bibles, and more – all great reminders of God's unfailing love. Shop today at incourage.me/podcast!The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring, makers of your favorite cards, books, and gifts. Visit them today at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily empowerment Website for the (in) library, meet contributors, article archive Email us at incourage@dayspring.com Leave a podcast review on Apple!

Action Network betting experts Chris Raybon and Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner are ready to break down the Conference Championship games and give out their favorite player props for each matchup. So, as Raybon says, let's get that schmoney! Subscribe, rate and review for more NBA betting content. Plus, you can follow the guys on the free, award-winning Action Network app as well as track your own bets. Download it today! 2 - SF vs PHI 12 - KC vs CIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Action Network betting experts Chris Raybon and Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner are ready to break down the Divisional Round and give out their favorite player props. What more could you ask for? With at least one player prop pick per game, you're bound to find a few to tail. So, as Raybon says, let's get that schmoney! Subscribe, rate and review for more NBA betting content. Plus, you can follow the guys on the free, award-winning Action Network app as well as track your own bets. Download it today! 2 - JAX vs KC 11 - NYG vs PHI 16 - BUF vs CIN 21 - DAL vs SF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean, "The Oddsmaker Koerner," joins host Chris Raybon for Action Network's annual Experts Guide to Fantasy Football.  Together, these fantasy football aficionados break down their strategies and approach to drafting, tiering by position, preseason research, managing your team mid-season, trading and building up positional depth.  If you're new to fantasy football, this episode has all you need to help you dominate your league.  And if you want a deeper look into fantasy football, check out Raybon and Koerner on the Fantasy Flex feed, where they cover season-long redraft, BestBall, and DFS all season!