Podcasts about renewing

What do you do when your sins feel too heavy to carry, when your closest friends turn against you, or when you look at the world and wonder why the wicked seem to prosper while the faithful suffer? In Psalms 49–101, the psalmists give voice to our rawest cries, leading us from the depths of personal brokenness straight into the healing sanctuary of God. Summary: In this moving exploration of Psalms 49–101, we walk through the second major collection of the Hebrew Psalter. Moving between searing prayers of confession and breathtaking anthems of praise, these chapters provide an emotional and spiritual compass for every trial of mortality. The Agony of Confession: We dissect Psalm 51, David's brokenhearted plea after Nathan confronted him regarding Bathsheba. We examine what it means to offer a "broken and a contrite heart," asking God not just for a pardon, but to "create in me a clean heart". The Sting of Betrayal: In Psalm 55, we explore David's lament over being betrayed not by an open enemy, but by an equal and trusted companion—a passage that powerfully foreshadows Judas's betrayal of Jesus Christ. Envy and the Sanctuary Perspective: We study Asaph's crisis of faith in Psalm 73, where his feet almost slipped while envying the ease of the worldly—until he entered the sanctuary of God and understood their end. Tears in a Bottle & God's Memory: We dive into Psalm 56, discovering the tender truth that God numbers our wanderings, stores our tears in His bottle, and never leaves us to face mortality alone. Divine Potential and Council: We analyze Psalm 82, exploring the divine council and the Savior's quotation of verse 6 ("Ye are gods") to understand the balance between human humility and divine heritage. Entering His Gates with Praise: We conclude with the exuberant joy of Psalm 100, examining the seven invitations to worship and the remarkable story of how the Spirit prompted B. H. Roberts to read this exact psalm in a moment of public trial. Call-to-Action: When your heart feels overwhelmed, David pleads: "Lead me to the rock that is higher than I" (Psalm 61:2). What verse or phrase from Psalms 49–101 has served as your anchor during seasons of spiritual disorientation? Share your favorite psalm and personal insights in the comments below. To keep your gospel foundation anchored and "Unshaken," please like, subscribe, and share this video! Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 5:09 Worldly Wealth (49) 12:41 Covenant Renewal (50) 26:12 A Plea for Forgiveness (51) 48:58 Wickedness, Doubt, & Disloyalty (52-55) 1:05:41 Pleas for Help, Mercy, & Vengeance (56-58) 1:14:16 Innocent Suffering, and a Call to Arms (59-60) 1:22:33 Rocks, Wings, Walls, Water, & Weapons (61-64) 1:37:20 Thanksgiving, Finding Family, & the House of the Lord (65-68) 2:01:25 Messianic Psalms & Deep Waters (69-72) 2:18:38 Envying the Wicked, Apostasy, & the Bitter Cup (73-76) 2:29:43 Dealing with Depression (77) 2:40:28 Learning from the Past (78) 2:52:25 Planting & Renewing (79-81) 3:00:07 Gods in Embryo (82) 3:07:24 Redemptive Turbulence & the Temple (83-84) 3:15:40 Mercy & Truth's Kiss (85-87) 3:26:00 Work for the Dead & Wayward Children (88-89) 3:40:20 Long Life, Safety, & Sanctuaries in Time & Space (90-94) 3:57:05 Enthronement Hymns & Psalms of Celebration (95-99) 4:10:51 The Thanksgiving Psalm (100) 4:16:16 Conclusion

What if spiritual growth isn't about trying harder to become a better Christian? Michael Easley sits down with longtime friend and pastor Charlie Boyd to discuss the abiding life and what it means to live from the inside out. Charlie shares how his understanding of Christianity changed after decades of ministry. He once approached spiritual growth through discipline, rules, information, and striving. Over time, he discovered that abiding in Christ means something different. Jesus doesn't call us to manufacture spiritual fruit through greater effort. He calls us to remain connected to Him. In this conversation, Michael and Charlie explore what it means to “preach the gospel to yourself,” read Scripture slowly, meditate on God's Word, practice silence and solitude, and recognize the Holy Spirit's work in our everyday lives. They also discuss Galatians 2:20, union with Christ, legalism, grace, spiritual maturity, anxiety, surrender, and our longing for a heavenly home. Chapters 00:00 — The Christian life beyond striving 01:09 — A 45-year friendship begins in seminary 04:13 — Why Charlie wrote The Abiding Life Primer 05:57 — What does it mean to preach the gospel to yourself? 07:59 — Renewing your mind through Scripture 10:11 — Why repetition matters in spiritual growth 12:07 — What does it mean to abide? 13:36 — Abiding versus striving 17:02 — Moving beyond “read your Bible and pray” 19:10 — Rule-based Christianity versus grace 23:03 — Experiencing Christ rather than merely knowing about Him 26:20 — A practical approach to meditating on Scripture 30:02 — Galatians 2:20 and Christ living through us 35:38 — You can't make the flesh better 39:04 — Homesick for heaven 41:15 — Obedience as an invitation into life 45:46 — Charlie's journey through anger and striving 49:33 — Spiritual maturity and learning to surrender 53:46 — Trusting God instead of leaning on our understanding 55:09 — Becoming a non-anxious presence 56:34 — The simplicity of abiding 57:31 — The Abiding Life Primer Key Topics Covered -Abiding in Christ -Union with Christ -Preaching the gospel to yourself -Renewing the mind -Legalism versus grace -Slow Scripture reading -Scripture meditation -Silence and solitude -Spiritual maturity -Surrender and trust -Living by the Spirit -Anxiety and spiritual formation -Longing for our heavenly home Links Mentioned: The Abiding Life Primer by Dr. Charles Boyd What God Has Always Wanted by Dr. Charles Boyd Different Children Different Needs by Dr. Charles Boyd Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

What if following Jesus isn't about becoming a better version of yourself, but becoming something entirely new? In the final episode of this Life in the Word series, Greg and Nathan expand on Sunday's sermon, Renewing the Mind, by unpacking Paul's powerful language in Romans 12:2. The word translated "transformed" is metamorphousthe, the word behind metamorphosis. It's not cosmetic change or behavior management; it's an inside-out transformation brought about as we give ourselves to God's Word and the work of the Spirit. Greg and Nathan explore what it means to be transformed rather than conformed, how what we continually behold shapes us, and why renewing our minds ultimately leads to renewed lives. As they wrap up the series, they ask one final question: What are you beholding, and what is it making you?

A Sunday Conversation with Dr. Bruce Lipton - Healing the Body, Nourishing the Soil, Renewing the Spirit https://robertscottbell.com/a-sunday-conversation-with-dr-bruce-lipton-healing-the-body-nourishing-the-soil-renewing-the-spirit/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Matthew 22:1-14 – Jesus again in reply spoke to the chief priests and the elders of the people in parables saying,  “The Kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son. He dispatched his servants to summon the invited guests to the feast, but they refused to come. A second time he sent other servants, saying, ‘Tell those invited: “Behold, I have prepared my banquet, my calves and fattened cattle are killed, and everything is ready; come to the feast.”' Some ignored the invitation and went away, one to his farm, another to his business. The rest laid hold of his servants, mistreated them, and killed them. The king was enraged and sent his troops, destroyed those murderers, and burned their city. Then the king said to his servants, ‘The feast is ready, but those who were invited were not worthy to come. Go out, therefore, into the main roads and invite to the feast whomever you find.' The servants went out into the streets and gathered all they found, bad and good alike, and the hall was filled with guests. But when the king came in to meet the guests he saw a man there not dressed in a wedding garment. He said to him, ‘My friend, how is it that you came in here without a wedding garment?' But he was reduced to silence. Then the king said to his attendants, ‘Bind his hands and feet, and cast him into the darkness outside, where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth.' Many are invited, but few are chosen.” Memorial of Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church Saint Bernard, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2, 3, 4) Al Smith joins Terry to discuss Bishop Sheen, his life, and his upcoming Beatification

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The renewal of the mind is the fruit of the seeds of ongoing repentance. The more we engage with metanoia, the more we begin to create neural pathways that create new ways of thinking. New ways of thinking by meditating on the right things!   The Homestead Mobile - July 31st, 2026

What if passing on our faith has less to do with adding something new and more to do with what we're already doing every day? How can the ordinary rhythms of our homes become places where faith takes root?

They will try to control everything, including your thermostat. There’s no opt out for communism. A WNBA coach has some thoughts and seems like she is renewing her system membership card. Sausage and eggs. The American media is invested in racial tension. Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wedding vows are meant to last a lifetime, but more couples are choosing to say them all over again. Whether it's marking a milestone anniversary, celebrating getting through difficult times, or including children who weren't there the first time, vow renewals are growing in popularity.Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss this is Sara Kennedy, Wedding Expert from ‘The Aisle' blog.

In a world full of distractions, the greatest message we can preach is a transformed life. Listen Brother Sisbow Asrat as he digs into Romans 12:1–2. He also shares why renewing our mind through God's Word is essential to discerning God's will. Romans 12:1-2 1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Listen this teaching to learn renewing of your mind. Don't miss a weekly sermon! Follow to our channel for weekly preaching and share this message with someone today.

Wedding vows are meant to last a lifetime, but more couples are choosing to say them all over again. Whether it's marking a milestone anniversary, celebrating getting through difficult times, or including children who weren't there the first time, vow renewals are growing in popularity.Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss this is Sara Kennedy, Wedding Expert from ‘The Aisle' blog.

A Sunday Conversation with Dr. Kristen Bishop, Chad Meinders and Paula Childers – Healing the Body, Nourishing the Soil, Renewing the Spirit https://robertscottbell.com/a-sunday-conversation-with-dr-kristen-bishop-chad-meinders-and-paula-childers-healing-the-body-nourishing-the-soil-renewing-the-spirit/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Renewing Your Health with natural health educator, Dana Ellison is heard at 12:30 AM Central Time each Monday on Faith Music Radio.  To learn more about renewing your health visit Dana's website at DanaEllison.com. You can also follow Dana on Facebookand Instagram for more Biblical principles to find health and healing.

Keilee Webb is a field staffer with K-Life in Missouri and serves as summer staff with Fuge Camps. On this episode of the Ordinary Christian Podcast, Keilee shares her journey of faith, discipleship, and ministry, emphasizing the importance of mentoring, and discipleship with a special emphasis on her heart for discipleship among to and among young women. Keilee also discuss the role of God's Word in her daily life and the value of having parents who are seeking to live out their faith authentically, even when it isn't perfect.Key TopicsDifferences in discipling women and menThe role of the Holy Spirit and God's Word in growthBuilding trust and sisterhood in discipleshipThe importance of community and church involvementPersonal faith journey and sanctificationSound Bites“Discipleship is sharing our lives with others”“Women's brains are like spaghetti, men have boxes”“Renew your mind in truth through God's Word”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kylie Webb and Her Ministry00:28 Kylie's Background and Ministry Focus01:17 Discipling Women vs. Men: Key Differences02:13 Biblical Foundations for Discipleship (1 Thessalonians 2:8)03:39 Understanding Gender Wiring and Discipleship Approaches04:23 The Imago Dei and Discipleship Seasons05:16 Comfort Levels in Mentoring Men and Women07:14 Connecting with Younger Women and Trust Building09:28 The Role of Experience and Age in Discipleship11:00 Starting Discipleship at a Young Age12:17 Kylie's Faith Journey and Salvation Testimony15:56 College Years and Spiritual Growth16:25 Recent Pivotal Moments in Faith and Discipleship22:22 Seeking God's Will Through His Word24:25 Renewing the Mind and Daily Discipleship26:38 Meditating on Scripture and Holy Spirit's Role28:58 Practical Daily Walk with Christ34:41 The Role of Family and Personal Faith in Discipleship42:20 Kylie's Ministry at K-Life and Community Engagement47:28 Young Adults' Hunger for Truth and Community51:40 Favorite Scripture and Its SignificanceK-Life MinistriesEphesians 2:8-9Romans 12:2Colossians 3:1-2RESOURCES

Sunday, August 2nd, 2026 Rev. Justin M. McCreary 

Renewing Your Health with natural health educator, Dana Ellison is heard at 12:30 AM Central Time each Monday on Faith Music Radio.  To learn more about renewing your health visit Dana's website at DanaEllison.com. You can also follow Dana on Facebookand Instagram for more Biblical principles to find health and healing.

Limiting Beliefs • Sunday Service with Pastor Todd Coconato Website: www.PastorTodd.org To support this ministry: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Join Pastor Todd Coconato for today's powerful Sunday service as he shares a life-changing biblical message on “Limiting Beliefs.” Many people aren't being held back by their circumstances. They're being held back by the beliefs they've accepted about themselves. In this teaching, Pastor Todd will unpack what Scripture says about renewing your mind, overcoming unbelief, breaking free from a grasshopper mentality, and stepping into the promises God has already prepared for you. If you've ever felt stuck, overlooked, or like you're falling short of your God-given potential, this message will challenge your thinking, strengthen your faith, and encourage you to see yourself through the lens of God's Word rather than your past or present circumstances. Today's broadcast is designed to equip you with practical, biblical truth that will help you tear down limiting beliefs and walk boldly in the calling and purpose God has for your life. Join us live and invite someone who needs this message. We believe God is going to speak in a powerful way today.

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances but the way you're thinking about them?In this episode of Faith Fueled Living, we're exploring what Scripture says about renewing your mind and how your thoughts influence your emotions, your relationships, your faith, and the direction of your life.If you've been stuck in negative thinking, discouragement, fear, or constantly expecting the worst, this episode offers practical biblical encouragement to help you shift your focus back to God's truth.You'll discover why what you repeatedly notice, believe, and speak matters, how gratitude changes your perspective, and simple questions you can ask yourself to interrupt unhealthy thought patterns. You'll also learn how prayer, Scripture, and intentional mindset shifts can help you experience more peace, hope, joy, and confidence in God's promises.Whether you're walking through a difficult season or simply want to develop a healthier mindset rooted in faith, this episode will encourage you to think differently and live with greater purpose.In this episode you'll learn:Why your thoughts shape your daily experience.What the Bible teaches about renewing your mind.How to recognize negative thought patterns.Practical ways to replace lies with God's truth.The connection between gratitude, hope, and joy.Questions that help you shift your perspective.How your words influence your faith and those around you.Remember: you can't always control your circumstances, but with God's help, you can choose what you focus on.Join us for Joy Camp Summer here - https://kristinfitch.com/joyGrab the Rewire Your Mind: From Negativity to Joy- download here.Grab the Joy Rising- Daily Gratitude & Joy Journal here.Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotionalReady to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today!TakeawaysYour thoughts influence your emotions, actions, and spiritual growth.Renewing your mind begins with recognizing unhealthy thinking patterns.What you focus on becomes more noticeable in your daily life.Gratitude changes your perspective and strengthens hope.Speaking God's truth over your circumstances builds faith.Scripture provides a foundation for lasting peace and confidence.Hope grows when you intentionally look for God's goodness.Small daily mindset shifts can lead to lasting transformation.Your attitude affects not only your own life but the people around you.God invites us to replace fear, worry, and negativity with truth and trust.renewing your mind, how to change negative thoughts, biblical mindset, Christian mindset, Christian encouragement, renewing your mind Bible, overcoming negative thinking, faith over fear, biblical encouragement, Christian personal growth, Christian self improvement, mindset and faith, gratitude and faith, positive biblical mindset, changing your perspective, finding hope in God, joy in everyday life, trusting God's plan, speaking life, biblical wisdom, Christian motivation

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Renewing Bonds: A Family's Journey to Summer Reconciliation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-08-01-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 阳光透过窗帘洒在餐桌上，昆虫在窗外嗡嗡作响。En: Sunlight streamed through the curtains onto the dining table, while insects buzzed outside the window.Zh: 丽丽端着一道香喷喷的家常菜走进餐厅。En: Lili carried a fragrant homemade dish into the dining room.Zh: “今年的晚餐一定要和平，”她心里想着。En: "This year's dinner must be peaceful," she thought to herself.Zh: 作为大家庭中最年长的姐妹，她感到有责任让家庭和睦。En: As the oldest sister in the extended family, she felt responsible for maintaining family harmony.Zh: 爸爸妈妈坐在桌边，互相小声交谈。En: Mom and Dad sat at the table, whispering to each other.Zh: 桌上的菜肴散发着浓郁的香气，令人心生暖意，仿佛唤醒了童年的记忆。En: The aroma of the dishes on the table was rich and inviting, as if awakening memories of childhood.Zh: 不远处，瑞站在房间的角落，低头看着手机。En: Not far away, Rui stood in the corner of the room, looking down at his phone.Zh: 他似乎对家的温馨氛围无动于衷，以一种防备的态度与家人保持距离。En: He seemed indifferent to the warm atmosphere of the home, maintaining a defensive distance from the family.Zh: 几个夏天前，两次误会令他感到被家人误解和小觑。En: A few summers ago, two misunderstandings left him feeling misunderstood and underestimated by his family.Zh: 此后的每次家族聚会，他都心存不安。En: Ever since, he had felt uneasy at every family gathering.Zh: 晚餐开始时的寒暄声音渐渐地低了下来，丽丽意识到这是一个好时机。En: As the chatter at the start of the dinner gradually quieted down, Lili realized it was a good time.Zh: “瑞，我能和你聊聊吗？”她挑了个最轻松的语调开口。En: "Rui, can I talk to you?" she asked in the most relaxed tone she could muster.Zh: 瑞没有立刻回应，只是沉默地抬头看了她一眼。En: Rui didn't respond immediately; he just looked up at her in silence.Zh: 在他心底，纠结的情绪似乎找到了突破口。En: Inside, his tangled emotions seemed to find a breakthrough.Zh: 他心中的不满与怀疑依然存在，但他也知晓，丽丽用心良苦。En: His feelings of dissatisfaction and doubt still existed, but he also knew that Lili's intentions were genuine.Zh: “我知道这些年我们之间有些误会，”丽丽无奈地叹了口气。她眼中流露出诚恳与期待。En: "I know there have been some misunderstandings between us over the years," Lili sighed helplessly, sincerity and expectation in her eyes.Zh: “但爸妈真的很想你回来，想让我们像以前那样。”En: "But Mom and Dad really want you to come back, to be like we used to be."Zh: 瑞盯着她，心中激起复杂的情绪波动。En: Rui stared at her, a complex surge of emotions in his heart.Zh: 他回想起丽丽曾经是那个耐心教他骑自行车的姐姐，也是陪他在溪边捉蛐蛐的人。En: He remembered that Lili was the sister who patiently taught him to ride a bike and accompanied him to catch crickets by the stream.Zh: 他犹豫着，不知道将曾经的误会化解是否值得。En: He hesitated, unsure if resolving past misunderstandings was worth it.Zh: 丽丽继续道：“如果有任何我做错的地方，请你告诉我。En: Lili continued, "If there's anything I did wrong, please tell me.Zh: 我们一直都很关心你。”En: We've always cared about you."Zh: 她的声音有些颤抖，但她继续说道：“我们都希望从这里重新开始。En: Her voice trembled slightly, but she went on, "We all hope to start anew from here.Zh: 爸爸妈妈和我都愿意倾听。”En: Mom, Dad, and I are willing to listen."Zh: 这是瑞期盼已久的话。En: These were the words Rui had long hoped to hear.Zh: 那句话像是打开了一扇窗，阳光洒在了他冰冷的内心。En: The sentence felt like opening a window, with sunlight pouring into his cold heart.Zh: 他意识到，或许藏在沉默中的伤口可以愈合。En: He realized that perhaps wounds hidden in silence could heal.Zh: 饭后，在空旷的家中走廊上，瑞静静地拉住丽丽的手。En: After dinner, in the empty hallway of the house, Rui quietly took Lili's hand.Zh: “好吧，我愿意试试跟你们好好谈谈。”他的声音里有了一丝解脱。En: "Alright, I'm willing to try to talk with you all," he said, his voice carrying a hint of relief.Zh: 丽丽笑了，终于松了口气。En: Lili smiled and finally relaxed.Zh: 她知道，今天虽然只是一个小小的开始，但却是值得珍惜的一步。En: She knew that though today was just a small beginning, it was a step worth cherishing.Zh: 两人并肩走回餐桌，那暖暖的夏日透着丝丝希望，预示着属于他们家的新篇章。En: The two walked back to the dining table side by side, with the warm summer day holding threads of hope, heralding a new chapter for their family.Zh: 不再拘泥于过去的阴影，他们此刻明白，爱与理解才是家庭和睦的根基。En: No longer confined to the shadows of the past, they now understood that love and understanding were the foundation of family harmony.Zh: 丽丽学会了勇气，瑞也愿意拥抱和解。En: Lili learned courage, and Rui was willing to embrace reconciliation.Zh: 这是属于他们的夏天，一个充满可能性的季节。En: This was their summer, a season full of possibilities. Vocabulary Words:streamed: 洒fragrant: 香喷喷peaceful: 和平harmony: 和睦whispering: 小声交谈aroma: 香气inviting: 暖意indifferent: 无动于衷defensive: 防备misunderstandings: 误会uneasy: 心存不安muster: 挑了tangled: 纠结breakthrough: 突破口intentions: 用心良苦sincerity: 诚恳complicated: 复杂hesitated: 犹豫resolve: 化解trebled: 颤抖comprehend: 理解reconciliation: 和解cherishing: 珍惜heralding: 预示confined: 拘泥foundation: 根基courage: 勇气possibilities: 可能性seasons: 季节embrace: 拥抱

Feeling stuck in survival mode? Misty shares how God restores our imagination for what's still possible — and how to begin your own rhythm of renewal. There's a version of you living underneath survival mode

Episode Description:In this episode of Conceptually Speaking, I sit down with Dr. Joseph Allen Boone, Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Southern California, to discuss his new book from Columbia University Press, The Melville Effect: A Literary Afterlife Across the Arts. According to Boone, we are living through a second Melville revival. The first, in the 1920s, was engineered by critics who pulled Melville out of obscurity and streamlined him into an American answer to European modernism. Our current renaissance is being driven by artists working in painting, collage, performance, musical theater, video, fiction, and more besides. Our conversation works through why Melville has been “having a moment” as it were. Part of the answer he offers is thematic, since a novel that already contains globalism, extraction, ecological collapse, and racial encounters will feel resonant with our current moment despite when it was authored. The larger part, however, is shaped by its form. Moby-Dick opens with a dictionary page, moves through etymologies and epigraphs borrowed from the commonplace book tradition, drops in a sermon, a Shakespearean soliloquy, a play script, legal affidavits, and parodic scientific taxonomy, and absorbs the whole media explosion of the 1840s and 50s along the way. Boone calls this aesthetic hybridity, and it is one the reasons Melville is legible as a companion to artists who work in our era of pastiche, collage, mashup, and remix. We also get into the pedagogical stakes, including an inspiring call for more arts integration and multimodal approaches to teaching canonical works.Key Concepts from the Episode:Aesthetic HybridityMelville's formal promiscuity could be seen as an exploration of the way form shapes content, which is the same question contemporary multimedia artists are asking about their creative use of diverse media and materials.Boone borrows the counterpane scene as his governing metaphor. Ishmael wakes unable to distinguish the crazy quilt from Queequeg's tattooed arm, and that indistinction, where the parts refuse to resolve into a pattern but cohere anyway, describes both Melville's method and the work being made from him.Consider how you might bring aesthetic hybridity into your classroom. What different mediums and materials could you bring into the patchwork quilt of your own curriculum?Literary History as AfterlifeThe reason literary history reads as dead is that we treat it as exclusively retrospective. Boone's counterclaim is that it is also progressive, continually reconstituted by whoever is currently reading and remixing it.The project of extending a text's afterlife cannot be accomplished through genuflection and submission. Instead, readers and creators should see themselves as participating in an ongoing production or a work and its related legacy.Consider what it might look like to have your students participate in the ongoing production of a text's literary afterlife. How might you balance scaffolding their ability to engage with the text and giving them agency to take it new places?Gaps as Sites of InquiryAbsence functions as invitation. Melville gives Mrs. Ahab two sentences in the whole of Moby-Dick, and artists have built collage cycles, a stage production, and a novel out of that gap. Reading what is not present can be a powerful act of critical framing and reading.The same logic drives the queer readings of Pierre, where James Creech's criticism, Maurice Sendak's illustrations, and Elizabeth Schultz's reading of a broom closet in the plates each produce something that is in the text and not in the text at once. Creative and critical readings provide us with the ability to construct new narratives that complicate the legacy of traditional works.Consider the gaps that exist in the literary works that you teach. Who is not featured or mentioned? Who appears briefly and why? How can you invite students to explode those glimpses into something bigger?Regular readers of Becoming Literary will recognize some of my favorite throughlines. This is a conversation about how we can move beyond treating canon as a collection of revered, pedestal placed texts and start treating it as a site of debate and dialogue. It is an invitation to see hybrid interpretive work as a legitimate mode of literary knowledge production, and an opportunity to move the field forward without leaving its past behind. I hope you enjoy the episode and answer its call!Links:The Melville Effect: A Literary Afterlife Across the ArtsDr. Joseph Allen Boone's WebsitePodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the show

How do lies take root in our hearts and begin shaping the way we see ourselves, others, and even God? In this short teaching, Dr. Samuel C. Petty explains a simple progression that often leads to ungodly beliefs: accusation, deception, and distortion.What begins as an accusing thought can become a deception we accept as truth. Over time, that deception can distort our identity, relationships, emotions, and decisions. This episode will help you recognize the lies beneath unhealthy patterns and begin replacing them with the truth of God.In this episode:Discover how accusation introduces doubt, shame, and condemnation.Learn how repeated accusations can become deeply held deceptions.Understand how deception distorts your identity and view of others.Recognize the connection between ungodly beliefs and repeated emotional patterns.Begin identifying the truth needed to challenge and uproot lies.Learn why inner healing requires more than changing behavior. It requires renewing what you believe.#EmotionalHealth #InnerHealing #ChristianCoaching #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #OneIdentityMovementGet Your Copy of My Books:Get Your Copy of My Books:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/resourcesDonate (OIM Website):https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/support Get your free guide to identity in Christ:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/subscribeCheck our my merch!https://oneidentitymovement.square.site I'm on social!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/samuel.petty3/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/samuelcpetty My E-courses:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/resourcesThanks for listening to Live Whole with Dr. Samuel C. Petty.To explore free resources, articles, books, and tools that support your emotional, mental, and spiritual health, visit OneIdentityMovement.com.And remember: Healing the heart. Renewing the mind. Breaking unhealthy patterns.That's how we learn to live whole.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Finding Truth & Renewing Bonds in Fruška Gora's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-07-29-22-34-01-sr Story Transcript:Sr: У срцу Националног парка Фрушка Гора, где густи шумски предели и мирне стазе окружују ретрит, јутро је започело са зраком наде.En: In the heart of National Park Fruška Gora, where dense forest landscapes and peaceful trails surround the retreat, the morning began with a ray of hope.Sr: Мирис борова и лагани поветарац доносили су осећај новог почетка.En: The scent of pines and a gentle breeze brought a sense of a new beginning.Sr: Милош, Јована и Никола, пријатељи већ годинама, пронашли су уточиште у овом духовном повлачењу.En: Miloš, Jovana, and Nikola, friends for years, found refuge in this spiritual retreat.Sr: Сваки од њих је дошао с различитим разлозима, али са заједничким циљем - да пронађу мир.En: Each came for different reasons, but with a common goal - to find peace.Sr: Милош је био у потрази за разјашњењем и миром након недавних животних превирања.En: Miloš was seeking clarity and peace after recent life turmoil.Sr: Јована, име које сви поштоваоци познају као самоуверену и харизматичну, у себи је носила тајну која је дуго тежила њеном срцу.En: Jovana, a name known by all admirers as confident and charismatic, carried a secret that had long weighed on her heart.Sr: Никола је био тај који је увек покушавао да одржи равнотежу у групи, али и он је скривао свој унутрашњи сукоб.En: Nikola was the one who always tried to maintain balance in the group, but he too was hiding his inner conflict.Sr: Док су седели у кругу током групне медитације, сви троје су се трудили да се усредсреде на своја осећања.En: As they sat in a circle during group meditation, all three tried to focus on their feelings.Sr: Вођа ретрита говорио је о ослобађању стреса и проналажењу истине у себи.En: The retreat leader spoke about releasing stress and finding the truth within oneself.Sr: У том миру, Јована је неочекивано проговорила.En: In that peace, Jovana unexpectedly spoke up.Sr: „Морам нешто да признам“, рекла је Јована тихо, али довољно гласно да све уши у кругу чују.En: "I have to confess something," Jovana said softly, but loudly enough for all ears in the circle to hear.Sr: „Постоји тајна коју кријем и тиче се свих нас.En: "There is a secret I've been hiding that concerns all of us."Sr: “Милош је осетио како му срце убрзава.En: Miloš felt his heart quicken.Sr: Нелагодност је испунила ваздух.En: Unease filled the air.Sr: Никола је остао миран, али поглед му је био упитан.En: Nikola remained calm, but his gaze was questioning.Sr: Јованин глас је дрхтао док је наставила да говори.En: Jovana's voice trembled as she continued to speak.Sr: „Та тајна је утицала на наш однос и на мене.En: "That secret has affected our relationship and me."Sr: “Истина коју је открила била је везана за некадашње несигурности и прећутане препирке међу њима.En: The truth she revealed was tied to former insecurities and unspoken quarrels among them.Sr: Милош је дубоко удахнуо, борећи се са одлуком.En: Miloš took a deep breath, struggling with the decision.Sr: Да ли да је суочи или да остави тај тренутак у миру?En: Should he confront her or leave that moment in peace?Sr: Током групне терапије, Милош је коначно скупио храброст.En: During group therapy, Miloš finally gathered the courage.Sr: „Зашто ниси раније рекла?En: "Why didn't you say something earlier?"Sr: “ упитао је, његов глас пун мешавине бола и бриге.En: he asked, his voice full of a mixture of pain and concern.Sr: Јована је спустила поглед и рекла: „Бојала сам се.En: Jovana lowered her gaze and said, "I was afraid.Sr: Али сада знам колико је важно то поделити.En: But now I know how important it is to share."Sr: “Емоције су нарасли, али цео процес је био ослобађајући.En: Emotions rose, but the whole process was liberating.Sr: Група је почела да прича отворено, и као да се тежина подигла из њихових срца.En: The group began to speak openly, and it was as if a weight was lifted from their hearts.Sr: Никола је пажљиво слушао и додао да свако мора прихватити одговорност за своја осећања.En: Nikola listened carefully and added that everyone must take responsibility for their feelings.Sr: На крају, одлука да остану заједно и пруже једни другима подршку, упутила је групу у нови правац.En: In the end, the decision to stay together and support each other directed the group to a new path.Sr: Њихова искреност изнедрила је поверење и разумевање.En: Their honesty fostered trust and understanding.Sr: Милош је након тога осетио како је мир ипак могућ.En: Miloš afterward felt that peace was indeed possible.Sr: Схватио је да су истините везе оне које преживе искреност и рањивост.En: He realized that true connections are those that survive honesty and vulnerability.Sr: Док су напуштали ретрит, у њему је клијао нови осећај чврстог пријатељства - онај који је прихватио све њихове различитости и направио простор за заједнички раст.En: As they left the retreat, a new sense of strong friendship was budding within him - one that embraced all their differences and made room for mutual growth.Sr: Фрушка Гора и њене шуме остале су тихе сведок једног путовања које се завршило новом, дубљом везом.En: Fruška Gora and its forests remained silent witnesses to a journey that ended in a new, deeper connection. Vocabulary Words:dense: густиretreat: повлачењеclarity: разјашњењеturmoil: превирањаcharismatic: харизматичнуrefuge: уточиштеmeditation: медитацијаconfess: признамgaze: погледtrembled: дрхтаоinsecurities: несигурностиquarrels: препиркеconfront: суочиcourage: храбростconcern: бригаlowered: спустилаliberating: ослобађајућиtrust: поверењеvulnerability: рањивостbudding: клијаоwitnesses: сведокrelationship: односbalance: равнотежуmaintain: одржиconflict: сукобrelease: ослобађањеresponsibility: одговорностdirection: правацsilence: тихеhonesty: искреност

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But the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner who is within your gates. (Exodus 20:10)

We've got Olivia Bowen on the pod this week for a cheeky bonus ep! If you don't know (Where have you been?!), Olivia is THE OG Love Islander who set the whole blueprint for what we see from Islanders today, and years later she's still smashing it. We get into her brand new book, Lost Until Love: Learning to Find Myself Again (out now, go grab it!), the time she got rejected from TOWIE back in the day, and whether her and Alex are gonna renew their wedding vows for their 10 year anniversary…

Episode Title: Be Anxious for Nothing — Overcoming Affliction and Renewing the Inner Man Welcome to For Zion's Sake, hosted by Sheldon N. Volk (Shelley) and June (Juni). In this episode, Shelley and Juni continue their exploration of overcoming anxiety, taking a closer look at how believers can cultivate righteousness and maintain eternal perspectives during heavy trials. From the midnight praises of Paul and Silas in a Philippian jail cell to timeless, convicting wisdom from Charles Spurgeon, learn how to stop losing heart when life gets heavy, shifting your gaze from temporal afflictions to the eternal weight of God's glory. Key Takeaways: The Spiritual Focus Deficit: A reminder that the original Greek root of anxiety means "turning in another direction." Worry pulls our gaze away from the Creator and anchors it firmly onto the problem. Midnight in the Prison Cells: A powerful examination of Paul and Silas in Philippi (Acts 16:25-30). Instead of giving way to panic or anxiety over their chains, they immediately weaponized prayer and praise at midnight, triggering a supernatural breakthrough. Renewing the Inner Man Daily: Juni breaks down 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, sharing how even when our physical bodies or situations are decaying, our inner man is daily renewed when we look past temporal, visible issues to eternal realities. Spurgeon on Fretful Folly: Highlighting Charles Spurgeon's classic message Do Not Worry, Shelley shares how anxiety is both needless and useless. Just as a bird sings without two grains of barley to its name, heirs of heaven are called to trust a Father who easily commands the bottles of heaven. Sustained Through the Burden: Standing firmly on the promise of Psalm 55:22—realizing that if we genuinely cast our heavy burdens onto the Lord, He guarantees He will sustain us and keep the righteous from being permanently moved. Featured Bible Passages: Philippians 4:6 — "Be anxious for nothing..." Proverbs 12:25 — Anxiety in the heart causing depression versus a good word making it glad. Psalm 28:2, 6 — The Lord hearing the voice of urgent supplication. Psalm 119:170 — Asking for deliverance according to God's word. 1 Peter 5:7 — Casting all anxiety upon Him because He cares for you. Psalm 37:3 — Trusting in the Lord and cultivating faithfulness. Romans 4 — Abraham hoping against hope without his faith wavering. Acts 16:25-30 — Paul and Silas praying and singing hymns in prison, leading to the jailer's salvation. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 — Momentary light affliction producing an eternal weight of glory. Psalm 55:22 — "Cast your burden upon the Lord and He will sustain you..." Connect & Support: Get in Touch: We love connecting with our community. Write to us with prayer requests, questions, or updates at: For Zion's Sake, P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082. Online Resources: For more teachings, digital archives, and up-to-date ministry insights, check out our website at shellyandjunevolk.com. This radio broadcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Psalm 127 Fund. Put a stake in the ground today, cast out fear, and may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace! Support the show: https://shellyandjunevolk.com/product/partner-with-us-psalm-127-fund/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The greatest battle every Christian faces is not physical, relational, or financial. It is the battle of the mind. Before the enemy attacks your marriage, your ministry, or your purpose, he attacks your thinking first. His primary weapon is deception, and if he can influence your thoughts, he can influence your choices, your direction, and ultimately your destiny. God has equipped believers with the helmet of salvation, which is a daily reminder of identity in Christ, and the power of His Word to tear down mental strongholds. Renewing the mind is not a one-time event but a lifelong discipline of identifying lies, replacing them with Scripture, and repeatedly choosing to agree with God's truth. When your mind is renewed, your life is transformed. ★ Support this podcast ★

What if your greatest struggle became the doorway to your greatest freedom? Your Past Doesn't Have to Define Your Future This week on the Healing Rain Podcast, I talk with Caitlin Hawk, author of Overcomer, Overcome: Finding Freedom from Addiction, Shame, and False Identity, for one of the most honest and hope-filled conversations I've had in a long time. Caitlin's story is one of remarkable redemption. From addiction, depression, suicidal attempts, and an unexpected pregnancy, she found that lasting freedom didn't come from simply changing her behavior—it came through discovering her true identity in Jesus Christ. Together, we talk about: ✨ Breaking free from shame and false identity ✨ Renewing your mind with God's truth ✨ Overcoming spiritual battles through your identity in Christ ✨ Finding healing that transforms your heart from the inside out ✨ Living as the overcomer God created you to be

Your hormones aren't broken — but if nobody's told you about the conductor running the whole show, you'll keep chasing your tail. In this episode, Dr. Tabatha and Ashlee unpack the Symphony Framework: the orchestra (your organs), the conductor (your nervous system), the sheet music (what's shaping your thoughts), and the Composer who wrote it all.●        Why the original Hormone Guide got a full overhaul — and what was missing●        The Symphony Framework: orchestra, conductor, sheet music, and Composer●        Why your internal dialogue can be a bigger stressor than a staph infection●        Why labs come back "normal" while you still feel awful●        Renewing your mind: Paul's 2,000-year-old protocol, backed by science●        The two wolves, the shopping-cart test, and what it means to actually abide | "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, declares the Lord... so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts higher than your thoughts." — Isaiah 55:8-9Grab the brand-new Hormone Guide (completely rebuilt — grab it even if you have the original): https://drtabatha.com/free-hormone-guide/For just five dollars, you get five days with a certified one-on-one coach guiding you through your hormones, your gut, and your faith.Go to ftf.fasttofaith.com/empoweredbyfaithdiyReady to go deeper?The women who hear this episode and feel something shift — they belong in the Fast to Faith Sisterhood. This is where faith, functional medicine, and identity work come together with a community of women who are done managing symptoms and ready to lead from healing.If you feel called to take that even further — to guide other women through this exact transformation — the Fast to Faith Coaching Academy is where that calling becomes a career.Become a certified Fast to Faith™ coach →Weekly live mentorship with Dr. TabathaNot ready for the academy yet? Start here: 5-Day Empowered by Faith Challenge ftf.fasttofaith.com/empoweredbyfaithdiyShop Dr. Tabatha's supplement line: Use code PODCAST for 20% off your first order: shop.fasttofaith.comGet the book: Fast to Faith: A 40-Day Awakening: book.fasttofaith.com/bonus?am_id=fasttofaith5413Fast to Faith is hosted by Dr. Tabatha Barber — OB/GYN, functional medicine physician, and founder of the Fast to Faith Sisterhood and Coaching Academy.

Last week we posted our D7 Renewal Mini Guide article to help those who are approaching this pretty cool milestone in their Portugal experience.This week, we talked about this process in depth on the podcast too.

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The beginning of the book of Malachi is heavy. It can feel like God is trying to make us feel guilty for not being good enough. But that is not what this passage is about at all. The good news is that God loves us deeply. And because of His great love for us, He wants to make us aware of our serious heart issues that keep us from living in right relationship with Him. When we don't value God like we should, we are in danger of giving God less than our best. Learn more about The Bridge Church: Website: https://thebridgechurch.hk

Last week we posted our D7 Renewal Mini Guide article to help those who are approaching this pretty cool milestone in their Portugal experience.This week, we talked about this process in depth on the podcast too.

First, we'll tell you what President Trump's refusal to renew the trade agreement could mean for our cross-border economies. Then, Medicare proposes changes regarding conversations around end-of-life care. Next, how dealing with breast cancer inspired one San Diego city council member. And, a new park is coming to Carlsbad that honors our local military and veterans community.

Renewing Your Health with natural health educator, Dana Ellison is heard at 12:30 AM Central Time each Monday on Faith Music Radio.  To learn more about renewing your health visit Dana's website at DanaEllison.com. You can also follow Dana on Facebookand Instagram for more Biblical principles to find health and healing.

Unity Without Compromise with Dr. Steven LaTulippe – A patriotic Independence Day reflection calls Americans to renew their pledge of allegiance, defend freedom, strengthen faith and family, resist Communism, reject cultural decay, and remember the nation's founding under God. It urges renewed Christian commitment, civic courage, and steadfast labor for liberty as America approaches its 250th celebration milestone...

What if a forgotten Christian book from 1898 held one of the clearest explanations of your identity in Christ ever written?In this episode of Greater Than Podcast, Elijah Murrell sits down with Bible teacher and author Tony Cooke to discuss the remarkable story behind In Christ Jesus—a forgotten classic written by Arthur T. Pierson, the very man that Charles Spurgeon asked to fill his pulpit during a season of illness.Why did this message resonate so deeply over a century ago?And why do so many believers today still struggle with guilt, shame, condemnation, and feelings of unworthiness?Tony shares powerful insights on union with Christ, identity in Christ, renewing the mind, and why understanding who you are in Jesus changes everything.In this conversation you'll discover:✅ The forgotten 1898 book In Christ Jesus✅ Arthur T. Pierson's connection to Charles Spurgeon✅ Why so many Christians struggle with identity✅ What it means to be "in Christ"✅ Breaking free from guilt, shame, and religious performance✅ Renewing your mind with biblical truth✅ Why understanding your identity in Christ changes everythingIf you've ever battled thoughts like:• "You're not enough."• "You have to earn God's love."• "God could never use someone like you."this episode is for you.Get Tony's bookhttps://tonycooke.org/product/in-christ-jesus/

In this episode Dr. Oord engages with the book Renewing Faith: Reigniting Faith and Ministry through Process and Open and Relational Theologies, a compilation of essays  edited by Sheri Kling.Broken down into 7 sections, the book is written for pastors, spiritual leaders and seekers ready to reimagine Christianity for today's world.Rooted in the real-life experiences of people and communities who are courageously rethinking and renewing their faith, these pages explore:Renewing Faith – Can faith become life-giving again?Renewing God – What if God is deeply relational and always present?Renewing Jesus – How is Jesus still saving us today?Renewing Message – Can ancient texts still inspire transformation?Renewing Worship – What remains sacred and nourishing in our rituals?Renewing Spirit – How do practices of the Spirit bring healing and wholeness?Renewing Community – What does a renewing church or ministry look like?

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Romans 12 teaches that spiritual transformation begins with surrender. In this message, Pastor Rich walks through what it means to offer your life as a living sacrifice, refuse the pattern of the world, and let God renew your mind. Rich also connects this passage to strongholds in our thinking and the practice of taking thoughts captive. If you are wrestling with anxiety, control, fear about the future, or recurring thought patterns that keep shaping your life, this message will help you move toward surrender and trust in Jesus.   Speaker: Rich Greene Series: Transformed Week: 1 Date: June 28, 2026 Scripture referenced: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 10   Next steps, prayer, and connection: https://bit.ly/m/lifechurchia Website: https://www.lifechurchnow.org/ Give: https://www.lifechurchnow.org/give

If you wish to support our podcast, please follow this link. Thank you! Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This episode was recorded live onstage in New Delhi, India, in February 2026, at the end of the pilgrimage In the Footsteps of the Buddha. Leadership coach Jo Confino was joined by Zen Buddhist nun Sister Tam Muoi and Dharma teacher Shantum Seth to discuss what it means to renew Buddhism, and Thich Nhat Hanh’s vision for doing so – including his emphasis on simplicity, equality, and making the teachings accessible and relevant to the contemporary world. They also reflect on their 14-day pilgrimage in India, and how it deepened their understanding of and connection to the Buddha’s teachings. This includes Sister Tam Muoi's insights about the strong sangha formed among the diverse group of 60 pilgrims from 16 different countries. She also reflects on her personal connection to India and her healing journey of reconnecting with the Buddha’s teachings in their land of origin. Shantum Seth, who has been leading pilgrimages in India for over 30 years, explains the transformative power of these journeys in allowing people to connect with the Buddha as a human being and experience his teachings' relevance to their own lives. He also shares plans for the Ahimsa Trust to establish a Plum Village center in India, to continue Thich Nhat Hanh’s legacy and bring the Dharma to a wider audience, especially a young one. Shantum Seth, an ordained Dharmacharya (Dharma teacher) in the Buddhist Mindfulness lineage of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, teaches in India and across the world. A co-founder of Ahimsa Trust, he has been a student of Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings for the past 35 years, and, since 1988, has led pilgrimages and other multi-faith, educational, cultural, spiritual, and transformative journeys across diverse regions of India and Asia. He is actively involved in educational, social, and ecological programmes, including work on cultivating mindfulness in society, including with educators, the Indian Central Reserve Police Force, and the corporate sector. Across various Indian sanghas, Dharmacharya Shantum is the primary teacher of different practices of mindfulness from Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition. Sister Tam Muoi (Sister Samadhi) is from the UK and was ordained in 2012 and became a Dharma teacher in 2022. Having encountered the practice whilst living in France, she became engaged in the French lay sangha and was ordained into the Order of Interbeing in 2004. She is actively supporting the recently created Being Peace Practice Centre in the UK and is deeply committed to the work of healing ancestral harm, and to participation in trainings and retreats exploring White Awareness. Read more here. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ Recordist: Ann Nguyenhttps://ann.earthSound editor: Joe Holtawayhttps://joeholtaway.comPublisher: Anca RusuProducer: Clay Carnillhttps://claycarnill.comExecutive Producer: Catalin Zorzini List of resources Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing Plum Village Traditionhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plum_Village_Tradition Advaita Vedantahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advaita_VedantaA Pebble for Your Pocket https://www.parallax.org/product/a-pebble-for-your-pocket/  Ashokahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashoka Bodh Gayahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodh_Gaya Bodhi treehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodhi_tree Dehradunhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dehradun Jamun Villagehttps://ahimsatrust.org/jamun-village/ Jeta Grovehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jetavana Nalanda Universityhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nalanda_University Old Path White Cloudshttps://www.parallax.org/product/old-path-white-clouds Pushyamitra Shungahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pushyamitra_Shunga Sarnathhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarnath Sister Chan Duchttps://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sr-chan-duc Spittoonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spittoon The Stone Boy and Other Storieshttps://www.parallax.org/product/the-stone-boy-and-other-stories/Dharma Talks: ‘The Noble Eightfold Path'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-noble-eightfold-path The Way Out Is In: ‘The Three Jewels (Episode #89)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/the-three-jewels-episode-89 Vulture Peakhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vulture_Peak Xuanzanghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xuanzang Quotes “Often friends would tell Thay, ‘I try to do walking meditation. I find that difficult – but I love the sitting.' And Thay would say, ‘Well, then sit. Do the practice that you enjoy.' It’s so important to touch joy in whatever practice we do. It shouldn’t be hard work and creating more battles on your cushion.” “Suffering is where we start. It’s your own suffering you have to handle. But also look at the suffering in the world. It’s not separate: other people’s suffering is your suffering; other people’s happiness is your happiness. That’s where we start. And then, know that all these things are interconnected. Nothing exists independently.” “India is a great teacher because she’s confronting you all the time. That’s why we call her Mother India, I guess. She also challenges every preconception, and so, ‘Everything you say about India, the exact opposite is also true.'” “It’s dangerous coming to India because you’re going to go back different.” “Don’t believe something just because a teacher says it, or because it’s written in scripture, or has come from centuries-old tradition. Try it. And see how you feel.” “Thay was a very revolutionary teacher because of his aspiration to make Buddhism relevant. He had seen the damage done by dogmatism, by fossilization. And so he was always thinking of new ways that we could make Buddhism appropriate.” “Our precepts – the behavioral code for all the monastics and also for the lay friends – are rewritten every five or 10 years to update them. It's quite extraordinary that Thay had the courage to do that; he faced criticism from many very traditional countries.” “Something important about the Buddha Dharma is that it is very much about what we experience in this world. We’re not talking about something which is going to happen after some sort of transcendence. And that’s why I think the Buddha Dharma is relevant to our Earth: we have to care for this little planet of ours, we have to care for our rivers, we have to care for our climate, to care for each other. And it’s not about an outcome in some past or future life; the karma happens right here and now. Every action has a result and that result can be seen in this life and in this community.” “You sit, you enjoy your breath, you get a little sense of being a Buddha for a moment. Maybe you can become a part-time Buddha, maybe a full-time Buddha. ‘Buddha' just means ‘to be awake' – and with mindfulness practice, being mindful is a type of awakening.”