Podcasts about Reverence

Worship is not just about what we do. It's about how we come before God.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany continue the Practical Theology series by exploring four essential attitudes that shape true worship: joy, wholeheartedness, faith, and reverent fear.Many believers attend church, sing the songs, and participate in the service. Yet Scripture makes clear that God is not after outward performance. He looks at the heart. This conversation unpacks what it means to approach God with the right inner posture and how the Holy Spirit forms these attitudes in us as we draw near to Christ.What We Discussed02:10 Worship Is More Than SingingWorship is the offering of ourselves to God. Scripture calls us not only to worship, but to worship with the right heart.03:00 Joy and Gladness in WorshipPsalm 100 commands believers to come before the Lord with joy. This joy is a settled gladness rooted in the gospel and in what God has done for us.05:30 Joy Is Rooted in RedemptionChristians worship joyfully because they have been rescued, forgiven, and adopted. Worship flows from gratitude for grace.07:00 Wholeheartedness, Not Empty RoutineColossians 3:23 reminds us to do everything heartily as unto the Lord. Worship without heart becomes mechanical and insincere.10:15 Worship Requires FaithHebrews teaches that we draw near in full assurance of faith. Worship is grounded in confidence that we truly have access to God through Christ.11:30 Access Through the Finished Work of JesusOur confidence in worship does not come from how well we performed this week. It rests entirely on Christ's finished work on the cross.12:45 Reverent Fear and Holy AweBiblical fear is not terror. It is reverence, awe, and deep respect. Joy reminds us God is our Father. Reverence reminds us He is holy.14:30 Joy and Reverence Are Not OppositesTrue worship holds both together. We approach God with gladness and with humility, recognizing both His grace and His holiness.16:00 The Spirit Produces These AttitudesJoy, faith, sincerity, and reverence are not manufactured by willpower. They are cultivated by the Holy Spirit as we draw near to Christ.17:30 Preparing Your Heart Before SundayWorship begins before the service starts. Reflecting on the gospel, confessing sin, and quieting the heart prepares us to approach God thoughtfully and sincerely.19:00 Worship Is an OfferingEvery time we gather, we bring something invisible but precious: our heart. God sees it.“Worship is not a performance to evaluate. It is an offering we present to God.” – Pastor Jeff Cranston

For over a decade, Jordan Sather has stood at the front lines of the digital information war — building one of the earliest independent platforms decoding Q in real time, getting banned from nearly every major platform during the censorship purge, and continuing to investigate the deeper layers of power, influence, and corruption behind stories like Epstein, intelligence blackmail networks, Pizzagate and the battle between mainstream and alternative media. In this wide-ranging and grounded conversation, Jordan walks us through his personal awakening, the rise (and infiltration) of the Q movement, the truth and distortion surrounding the Epstein files, and the psychological traps that can derail even the most sincere truth-seekers. You will not find blind allegiance or doom-fueled paranoia here — it's a sober exploration of psyops, influence operations, and the responsibility that comes with knowing. If you care about discernment in a chaotic age, this episode is essential listening.Time Stamps (00:00) Episode Teaser (00:34) Opening Conversation (04:37) Understanding Ibogaine and Its Effects (06:25) The Healing Power of Ibogaine (25:24) The Definition of Self-Love That Was Revealed (33:35) Intergenerational Healing (40:51) Reverence vs. Worship: Understanding the Difference (42:43) Yerasimos' Ayahuasca Experience (46:27) The Role of the Medicine in Personal Development (52:54) The Supplemental Dose: Processing Emotions and Ancestral Trauma (01:00:30) Integration and the Challenges of Returning to Normal Life (01:03:09) The Relationship Between Self-Betrayal and Self-Love (01:15:20) The Importance of Intent and Reverence in Medicine Work (01:22:28) Surrender and Trust: Lessons from the Divine Realm (01:27:25) Setting Intentions and Personal Reflections (01:30:09) The Impact of Social Media and Technology (01:40:37) Voluntarism and Political Philosophy (01:43:49) Personal Growth and SpiritualityGuest Linkshttps://www.jordansather.com/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

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2 Peter 3 (NKJV)Andrew and Edwin discuss how we must live if we are waiting for new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24496The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Raised inside the Church of Immortal Consciousness and taken from his mother under the banner of “spiritual purpose,” Danny Rensch grew up in a world where channeling spirits and chasing chess mastery were intertwined. In this gripping conversation, the International Master and co-founder of Chess.com opens up about being groomed for greatness by a chess-obsessed cult leader, the trauma of spiritual manipulation, the collapse of the collective that shaped him, and the long road toward forgiveness and integration. Danny shares how chess became both his escape and his evolution — an unsolvable, unforgiving game that mirrors life itself — and how he helped lead the digital revolution that brought the royal game to over 200 million players worldwide. This is a raw, nuanced exploration of consciousness, power, resilience, and what it really means to reclaim your own narrative.Time Stamps (00:00) Episode Teaser (00:34) Opening Conversation (04:37) Understanding Ibogaine and Its Effects (06:25) The Healing Power of Ibogaine (25:24) The Definition of Self-Love That Was Revealed (33:35) Intergenerational Healing (40:51) Reverence vs. Worship: Understanding the Difference (42:43) Yerasimos' Ayahuasca Experience (46:27) The Role of the Medicine in Personal Development (52:54) The Supplemental Dose: Processing Emotions and Ancestral Trauma (01:00:30) Integration and the Challenges of Returning to Normal Life (01:03:09) The Relationship Between Self-Betrayal and Self-Love (01:15:20) The Importance of Intent and Reverence in Medicine Work (01:22:28) Surrender and Trust: Lessons from the Divine Realm (01:27:25) Setting Intentions and Personal Reflections (01:30:09) The Impact of Social Media and Technology (01:40:37) Voluntarism and Political Philosophy (01:43:49) Personal Growth and SpiritualityGuest Linkshttps://www.chess.com/ Danny's incredible memoir “Dark Squares: How Chess Saved My Life”Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Comfort can replace reverence for God. In this episode, we're talking about what happens when we lose our awe of God — and how to return to a posture of wonder, humility, and holy fear without losing intimacy.@holyandhormonal

We talk worship with pastors Aaron De Boer and Dr. Sean Morris with special attention to liturgy and practicalities that promote reverence and awe with Westminster's Directory for Worship as our guide.  Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNxWFYs8QZk A portion of the text: Of the Assembling of the Congregation, and their Behaviour in the Publick Worship of God WHEN the congregation is to meet for publick worship, the people (having before prepared their hearts thereunto) ought all to come and join therein; not absenting themselves from the publick ordinance through negligence, or upon pretence of private meetings. Let all enter the assembly, not irreverently, but in a grave and seemly manner, taking their seats or places without adoration, or bowing themselves towards one place or other. The congregation being assembled, the minister, after solemn calling on them to the worshipping of the great name of God, is to begin with prayer. "In all reverence and humility acknowledging the incomprehensible greatness and majesty of the Lord, (in whose presence they do then in a special manner appear,) and their own vileness and unworthiness to approach so near him, with their utter inability of themselves to so great a work; and humbly beseeching him for pardon, assistance, and acceptance, in the whole service then to be performed; and for a blessing on that particular portion of his word then to be read: And all in the name and mediation of the Lord Jesus Christ." The publick worship being begun, the people are wholly to attend upon it, forbearing to read any thing, except what the minister is then reading or citing; and abstaining much more from all private whisperings, conferences, salutations, or doing reverence to any person present, or coming in; as also from all gazing, sleeping, and other indecent behaviour, which may disturb the minister or people, or hinder themselves or others in the service of God. If any, through necessity, be hindered from being present at the beginning, they ought not, when they come into the congregation, to betake themselves to their private devotions, but reverently to compose themselves to join with the assembly in that ordinance of God which is then in hand.

Tonight, we are tasting another new wine. It's Gruner Veltliner. Sometimes just referred to as Gruner. These wines have primary flavors of lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine; followed by notes of white pepper, iris, green bean, radish, tarragon, ginger, and honey.The best Gruners are perfumed, dry, and full-bodied with high acidity. This is the number one wine grape in Austria. It can be made into a light fruity wine, a heavier bodied dry wine, and a sparkling sekt.Serve well chilled, near refrigerator temperature.We are tasting with a Riesling which I'm guessing will be fairly similar to the Gruner.Tonight, we are tasting:2024 Doris and Leopold Gruner Veltliner. Purchased at Trader Joe's for $5.99. Wine Enthusiast rated it an 88. Bright and lively, with zesty citrus, orchard fruit, white pepper spice, and a touch of macadamia on the finish. Clean and refreshing. 2025 Rieslingfreak No. 33 Reverence of Riesling. I purchased this wine from Costco for $14.99. It comes from Clare Valley, Australia. This winery has Rieslings that have scored upto 98. Fine Wine and Good Spirits called the wine highly perfumed bouquet of lemon thyme, lime, rosewater. This is a dry, fruity, and perfumed Riesling. The winery says it is made for immediate enjoyment. 10.5% alcohol.We both scored the Gruner a 3 and the Riesling a 4. We would highly recommend both of these wines.Next week we are exploring Australia.

In this return conversation, Mark Gober opens up about one of the most intense and transformative experiences of his life: a guided ibogaine journey that forced him into direct confrontation with the roots of identity, self-judgment, and inherited fear. What unfolds is not psychedelic glamour or mystical escapism, but a brutal, compassionate reckoning with the architecture of the psyche — from parts work and suppressed rage to ancestral trauma and the meaning of real self-love. Mark describes communing with an intelligence that seemed to know him better than he knew himself, dismantling old narratives while demanding embodiment, responsibility, and integration. This is a raw exploration of what happens when insight becomes unavoidable, when healing moves through the body, and when love arrives in the form of truth.Time Stamps (00:00) Episode Teaser (00:34) Opening Conversation (04:37) Understanding Ibogaine and Its Effects (06:25) The Healing Power of Ibogaine (25:24) The Definition of Self-Love That Was Revealed (33:35) Intergenerational Healing (40:51) Reverence vs. Worship: Understanding the Difference (42:43) Yerasimos' Ayahuasca Experience (46:27) The Role of the Medicine in Personal Development (52:54) The Supplemental Dose: Processing Emotions and Ancestral Trauma (01:00:30) Integration and the Challenges of Returning to Normal Life (01:03:09) The Relationship Between Self-Betrayal and Self-Love (01:15:20) The Importance of Intent and Reverence in Medicine Work (01:22:28) Surrender and Trust: Lessons from the Divine Realm (01:27:25) Setting Intentions and Personal Reflections (01:30:09) The Impact of Social Media and Technology (01:40:37) Voluntarism and Political Philosophy (01:43:49) Personal Growth and SpiritualityGuest Linkshttps://www.markgober.com/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Encounter is not the same as access. Access is about position, encounter is about posture. Not everyone with access experiences the same depth of encounter.

This message on the Third Commandment shows that taking God’s Name in vain is about more than careless speech—it’s about how we represent the God we belong to. Because His Name reveals His character and authority, we bear it in our words, worship, and daily lives. Through Jesus, who perfectly honored the Father’s Name, we are empowered to live reverently and reflect the One whose Name is above every name

This message on the Third Commandment shows that taking God’s Name in vain is about more than careless speech—it’s about how we represent the God we belong to. Because His Name reveals His character and authority, we bear it in our words, worship, and daily lives. Through Jesus, who perfectly honored the Father’s Name, we are empowered to live reverently and reflect the One whose Name is above every name

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While the Super Bowl was less than "super," the hot topic was the halftime options. Bad Bunny vs Turning Point. Sean clarifies that he and the church welcome immigrants but emphasize lawful immigration and the government's role in enforcing laws, acknowledging the complexity and hardship involved. The episode turns to pastoral care as Sean prepares to attend a viewing for a friend's father. Sean reads 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, explains Christian hope in the resurrection and eternity, references John 14's promise of Jesus preparing a place, and shares the gospel.00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (and the ‘inner sanctum' setup)00:18 Podcast goes video: plans for the new studio space00:58 Sean's weekend recap: time off, guest preachers, and John 16 ahead01:38 The pastor's ‘walkabout': worship leading and checking in on kids ministry02:31 Super Bowl night at home: food, no costumes, and game expectations03:32 Was it a snoozefest? Defense, party dynamics, and prize memories04:58 NFL season wrap + Bears optimism: coach, QB, and a new era05:17 Halftime showdown: Turning Point vs. the Super Bowl show07:08 Lyrics, family-friendliness, and why Turning Point exists09:41 Politics on the big stage: immigration messaging and media reactions11:30 Patriotism vs. Celebrity Critiques: Loving America While Holding Leaders Accountable12:21 Immigration & ICE: Legal Process, Enforcement, and the Hard Realities13:45 Back to the Super Bowl: Anthem, Reverence, and the Flyover14:37 A Sudden Shift: Heading to a Viewing and Why Funerals Matter16:05 Grief, Regret, and Making Time: What Death Forces Us to Face16:57 Hope at a Christian Funeral: 1 Thessalonians 4 and the Promise of Resurrection18:30 Hard vs. Hopeful Funerals: Eternity, the Gospel, and Living With Heaven in View22:18 Fear of the Unknown & Judgment: Why Faith Must Be Rooted in Jesus23:35 The Gospel Explained: Righteousness in Christ, Not Our Own24:53 Final Prayer & Invitation: Don't Lose the Bigger Picture

While the Super Bowl was less than "super," the hot topic was the halftime options. Bad Bunny vs Turning Point. Sean clarifies that he and the church welcome immigrants but emphasize lawful immigration and the government's role in enforcing laws, acknowledging the complexity and hardship involved. The episode turns to pastoral care as Sean prepares to attend a viewing for a friend's father. Sean reads 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, explains Christian hope in the resurrection and eternity, references John 14's promise of Jesus preparing a place, and shares the gospel.00:00 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life (and the ‘inner sanctum' setup)00:18 Podcast goes video: plans for the new studio space00:58 Sean's weekend recap: time off, guest preachers, and John 16 ahead01:38 The pastor's ‘walkabout': worship leading and checking in on kids ministry02:31 Super Bowl night at home: food, no costumes, and game expectations03:32 Was it a snoozefest? Defense, party dynamics, and prize memories04:58 NFL season wrap + Bears optimism: coach, QB, and a new era05:17 Halftime showdown: Turning Point vs. the Super Bowl show07:08 Lyrics, family-friendliness, and why Turning Point exists09:41 Politics on the big stage: immigration messaging and media reactions11:30 Patriotism vs. Celebrity Critiques: Loving America While Holding Leaders Accountable12:21 Immigration & ICE: Legal Process, Enforcement, and the Hard Realities13:45 Back to the Super Bowl: Anthem, Reverence, and the Flyover14:37 A Sudden Shift: Heading to a Viewing and Why Funerals Matter16:05 Grief, Regret, and Making Time: What Death Forces Us to Face16:57 Hope at a Christian Funeral: 1 Thessalonians 4 and the Promise of Resurrection18:30 Hard vs. Hopeful Funerals: Eternity, the Gospel, and Living With Heaven in View22:18 Fear of the Unknown & Judgment: Why Faith Must Be Rooted in Jesus23:35 The Gospel Explained: Righteousness in Christ, Not Our Own24:53 Final Prayer & Invitation: Don't Lose the Bigger Picture

Pastor Jay kicks off a new sermon series on the Book of Leviticus. Leviticus is not just a book of laws, sacrifices, and instructions that feels distant from modern life. It's where God moved closer and became relational. It answers the question, How does a HOLY God live in the middle of an unholy people without destroying them.

Pastoral Care Pastor Jolene Veenstra will reflect on the book of 2nd Samuel chapter 6 verses 1-8, with a message entitled “Reverence.”I have questions about reverence. What does it mean? What does reverence mean to you? How do you show it? Scripture tells us to "worship God acceptably with reverence and awe." (Heb12:28) Today we will wonder together, what does this look like?

What if the tension so many mothers feel isn't a personal failure but a sign that modern parenting has drifted too far from what children actually need? In this episode of The Millionaire Mother Podcast, Cait sits down with Chinyelu Kunz, founder of We Nurture, longtime Waldorf early childhood educator, author, and mother of three grown children raised fully within the Waldorf tradition. Together, Cait and Chinyelu explore why so many children struggle with regulation and behavior today, the critical difference between schedules and rhythm, and how imagination, storytelling, and predictable daily anchors support a child's nervous system in profound ways. Tune in to hear: What Waldorf education actually is and why it's often misunderstood Why rushing childhood creates more resistance, not resilience The difference between rigid schedules and body-based rhythm How rhythm provides children with safety and emotional regulation Why imagination is foundational to learning, creativity, and confidence How storytelling and play shape a child's inner world Why children don't want control but do need predictability Simple "anchors of the day" that support calmer family life How to parent with reverence while still living in the modern world What it looks like to witness who your child already is, rather than trying to shape them Connect with Chinyelu: The Little Book of Parenting: How to Nurture Your Child to their Full Potential Children's book - Away To Dreamland - Cozy Bedtime Poems, Stories, and Rhymes Instagram: @we_nurture Website: https://wenurturecollective.com We Nurture: Waldorf Inspired Parenting Podcast Home Rhythms Made Simple Course   Join the Beloved masterclass with Mel Wells on 2/17

In this conversation, Ellen Emmet reflects on her path into Jungian analysis and how the teachings of Carl Jung continue to shape her inner life, clinical work, and spiritual inquiry. Together, we explore what it means to hold depth psychology and nondual realization in the same field—without collapsing one into the other. The dialogue moves through questions of decolonizing therapy, the subtle dynamics of spiritual bypass, and the kind of deep listening required when working with the unconscious—both personal and collective. Ellen speaks to the body as a threshold into the psyche's wilderness, and to the necessity of staying in relationship with what is unresolved, uncomfortable, and unfinished. Threaded throughout is a concern for the wider world: how collective trauma, ancestral memory, and the current socio-political moment ask to be included in spiritual and therapeutic work—not bypassed. This is a conversation about remembrance, embodiment, and the slow work of integration in times of upheaval. Ellen offers meetings and retreats through The Awakening Body, an experiential exploration rooted in nondual inquiry, Authentic Movement, and direct listening to lived experience. She also maintains a private psychotherapy practice and facilitates Authentic Movement groups. EllenEmmet.com Topics 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:05 Reflecting on Past Conversations 01:41 Journey into Jungian Analysis 02:50 Exploring Carl Jung's Theories 05:31 The Process of Individuation 13:17 Decolonizing Therapy 16:40 Spiritual Bypassing and Social Issues 20:48 Facing the Darkness: Confronting Fear and Avoidance 22:17 The Deadly Silence: Censorship in Spiritual Spaces 23:19 Heartbreak as a Spiritual Connection 26:09 The Power of Collective Healing 28:03 Listening with Reverence and Reverie 36:09 The Wildness of the Body: Embracing Natural Movement 39:39 Concluding Thoughts and Future Connections Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Fire, darkness, a trumpet blast that made people beg for silence—and then an unexpected turn toward warmth and welcome. We finish our walk through Hebrews chapter 12 to explore why Mount Sinai made even Moses tremble, and how Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant, invites us into a city alive with promise. The law reveals our need but can't rescue us. Jesus does what The Law [Torah] could never do: He transforms, reconciles, and anchors us in a kingdom that cannot be shaken.We dig into the layered language of Mount Zion and the “city of the living God,” showing how Scripture holds both a present approach and a future arrival. You'll hear how Abel's blood cried out for justice while Jesus' blood speaks a better word—peace, forgiveness, and a clean conscience. Along the way, we wrestle with Hebrews' sober warning: if Sinai shook the earth, ignoring the Son shakes heaven and earth. That gravity isn't meant to paralyze you; it's meant to steady you. Gratitude becomes fuel for service. Reverence becomes the posture of true worship. Awe is not a mood—it's a way of life.We also get practical: how do we cultivate gratitude in a comfort-driven culture? What does it look like to serve with reverence and awe, not just warm a seat? Why does a right view of God—as love and as a consuming fire—restore our joy and our obedience? If you've felt the weight of trying to be “enough,” or the drift that comes from settling for rituals, this conversation calls you back to the better priest, better covenant, and better sacrifice.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs courage, and leave a short review telling us what “unshakable” means to you today.Support the showThank you for listening!! Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the Bible Please prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve

Mark 6:1-6 Astonishment Instead of Reception (1-2) Resentment Instead of Reverence (3-4) Unbelief Instead of Repentance (5-6)

"Yoga is the drill, life is the game, chill is the skill." What happens when we stop trying to fit our bodies into "perfect" geometric boxes and start listening to the miracle of our own physiology? A total joy to be joined by Eoin Finn to discuss his revolutionary approach to movement, blending soulful science with Harvard-level anatomy, a lifetime of study and practice, and a deep reverence for nature and heart-centred philosophy.In this episode, we explore:➖ How letting go of the ego's desire for "endpoints" leads us to a state of experiencing yoga ➖ The DUO Concept: Dynamic Unifying Opposition. How myofascial tuning creates the holy trinity of joint health: Stretch, Stability, and Space.➖ Stillness Literacy: How to cultivate the skill of "chilling" as a doorway to emotional regulation and self-awareness.➖ Tensegrity on the Mat: Understanding the body as a continuous web of tension and integrity, rather than just a stack of bones.➖ How Kindness, Reverence, and Wisdom transform a physical practice into a spiritual life.➖ Movement Span vs. Life Span: Why we practice today so we can move with grace and freedom thirty years from now.Connect with Eoin, buy the Yoga Optimized and more at blissology.comInstagram @blissology This episode was a great teaching and reminder to move with intention, to stay curious and compassionate with our bodies and follow the cues from nature. I've already been integrating Eoin's DUO philosophy into my own practice – and I gotta say, it works. Enjoy and thanks for listening! In oneness, Bobbi

We can learn a lot about the nature of God from his Divine Name revealed in Scripture. When God said to Moses, “I am who I am,” this was a revelation of a name as well as a refusal of a name. Fr. Mike explains how this mystery reveals truths about God: he is infinitely above all things; we cannot comprehend him, yet he draws close to us. This Divine Name expresses the steadfast, faithful, unchanging love of God for his people, even when we betray and abandon him. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 205-211. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Mari Esabel Valverde joins Jocelyn to talk language, unlearning shame, gender, and pathways to excellence for the under-resourced.    Companion playlists: YouTube, Spotify   Episode Transcript    Follow us: @composelikeagirl on Instagram and Facebook Learn more: Compose Like a Girl   Relevant Links:   Before Spring To digte af Tove Ditlevsen | Performed by Matthew Valverde, tenor Darest, O Soul | Performed by Cantus Earth, Mother | Performed by the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club Moonlight Quartet | Performed by Her Ensemble  Border Lines | Text by Yesenia Montilla | Composed for and Performed by Adams State University Chamber Choir   St. Olaf College European American Music Alliance  Amir Rabiyah, poet  International Orange Chorale of San Francisco   Influences and inspiration:  Claude Debussy King David, Part III: “The Death of David” by Arthur Honegger Les Six Wilhelm Stenhammar Jean Sibelius Wilhelm Peterson-Berger Edvard Grieg Siete Canciones Populares Españolas, V. Nana by Manuel de Falla   Resources on Gender Identity: Video by Chase Ross: “Trans 101: Ep 1 - What is Transgender?”  Graphic by the Trans Student Education Resource: The Gender Unicorn  Graphic by Sam Killerman: The Genderbread Person 

The commandment is clear: "Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain." This is not merely a rule, but an invitation to deeper love and respect. God's name must never be expressed in anger, become a habit of casual speech, or a careless word. God's name is holy. It deserves our awe, gratitude, and reverence.  I invite you to promise anew to honor God's Holy Name and the name of his son—speaking it only in prayer, praise, and thanksgiving, in your home, workplace and wherever you may be. Be faithful today and always to the command: "Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain." 

January 25, 2026 Guest Speaker Psalm 112

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass on January 23, 2026, at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings 1 Sm 24:3-21 Mk 3:13-19 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Have we become too casual with God?This Q&A explores where familiarity can drift into a lack of reverence.This video is part 1 of a full Q&A session from our monthly In The Zone meeting, where real-life questions are discussed through a Torah-based lens.In The Zone weekends take place once a month, bringing together people from around the world who are part of MTOI (Messianic Torah Observant Israel). During these sessions, participants are invited to ask honest, practical questions about walking out their faith, boundaries, reverence, and daily life decisions.This particular video features the local Beth Shalom Q&A from November 2025.• My aging parents are having financial difficulties—what is my responsibility to them?• Abraham & Melchizedek—who paid whom?• Please wait with your questions until I have completed the teaching• She created the problem• What does it mean to receive a blessing?• Abraham and Job are different regarding this• Can we be too casual with Yahweh?• What are the steps to becoming this type of person?• Serving the Body [of Messiah] or people pleasing?• We are not treating each other as familySubscribe to be notified of new content each week.Learn more about MTOI:https://mtoi.orgThe MTOI App https://mtoi.org/download-the-mtoi-appFollow MTOI:https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwide https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@mtoi_worldwide Contact MTOI: 

Exodus 20:7-11

Starting over is awkward. Whether you're back at the gym, wrestling with grief, or stepping into a new routine, the beginning can feel clunky and emotional. In this solo episode, I'm sharing a very real week from my own life—post-snowstorm, post-holiday, mid-humbling workout. I talk about what it's like to be a beginner again, how hard it is to make decisions (even when you want to change), and why it's okay to start messy. You'll hear about building emotional and physical strength, the difference community can make, and how doing “reps”—in any part of life—is what truly creates change. If you're in a season of starting again, this episode will help you feel less alone and more capable than you thought. 3 Listener Takeaways: • The courage to begin again isn't flashy—it's honest, human, and repeatable. • You don't need motivation. You need momentum. One rep at a time. • Give yourself grace. Starting over is still forward. Timestamps: 00:00 Starting Again: Fresh from the Gym 03:45 Stop Overthinking, Start Deciding 09:11 Overcoming Indecision and Sabotage 13:44 Exploring Faith and New Beginnings 22:01 Reverence and Connection Through Song 27:16 Grief, Gratitude, and Scent 34:00 Embracing Presence and Self-Awareness 41:10 Discovery Call Invitation Stay Connected:

A — What is this passage about? Israel treats the Ark of the Covenant as a tool to secure victory rather than honoring God with reverence. By using the Ark like a mascot, they reveal hearts that trust in symbols instead of obedience, resulting in defeat and loss. B — Best verse that summarizes the passage "Let us bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD from Shiloh to us, that when it comes among us, it may save us from the hand of our enemies." (1 Samuel 4:3) C — What are we called to do? We are called to worship God with reverence and obedience, trusting Him rather than relying on religious objects, rituals, or symbols for security or blessing.

Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Pastor Paul Irminger. This January we are launching a new series called Restart with a simple declaration This is the year. A year to begin again. A year to realign our lives around Christ. A year marked by faith, renewal, and purpose. Scripture reminds us that moments matter. There are seasons when God invites us to step forward with expectation. Join us as we start fresh together. This is the year.

We're so glad you are here! Thanks for checking out Sunday's message!-- SUNDAY'S NOTES --Trust and Surender are critical to living a life centered on Jesus!You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD GOD is an everlasting rock. Isaiah 26:3-4 ESV Centered on TruthYour word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again: I will obey your righteous regulations. Psalm 119:105-106 NLTThe instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are clear, giving insight for living. Reverence for the LORD is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the LORD are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them. Psalm 19:7-10 NLTBe well balanced (temperate, sober of mind), be vigilant and cautious at all times; for that enemy of yours, the devil, roams around like a lion roaring [in fierce hunger], seeking someone to seize upon and devour. 1 Peter 5:8 AMPCPut on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11 CSBThe enemy is always scheming in an effort to draw you away from living centered on Jesus and His truth! How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart? Cleanse me from these hidden faults. Keep your servant from deliberate sins! Don't let them control me. Then I will be free of guilt and innocent of great sin. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:11-12 NLTIf you're not centered on truth, you're set up for deception.Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. James 1:13-15 ESV Temptation is a deception the enemy designs around your own broken or out of balance desires.For He satisfies the longing soul, and fills the hungry soul with goodness. Psalm 107:9 NKJVUnhealthy appetites and deceptive tactics, when ignored, invariably lead to incredible tragedy. David was infuriated with the man and said to Nathan, “As the LORD lives, the man who did this deserves to die! Because he has done this thing and shown no pity, he must pay four lambs for that lamb.” Nathan replied to David, “You are the man! 2 Samuel 12:5-7 CSBThe temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. 1 Corinthians 10:13 NLTGod's favorite fishing hole is in the devils so-called live-well!I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and you forgave the iniquity of my sin. Selah Psalm 32:5 ESVConfession and repentance lead to forgiveness and restoration and are the path back to a life centered on truth.-------------------------------------------------Download the 828 Church app!To view our latest e-newsletter, the Midweek Momentum, and subscribe to our weekly updates, go here! https://linktr.ee/828church

We're so glad you are here! Thanks for checking out Sunday's message!-- SUNDAY'S NOTES --Trust and Surender are critical to living a life centered on Jesus!You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD GOD is an everlasting rock. Isaiah 26:3-4 ESV Centered on TruthYour word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again: I will obey your righteous regulations. Psalm 119:105-106 NLTThe instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are clear, giving insight for living. Reverence for the LORD is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the LORD are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them. Psalm 19:7-10 NLTBe well balanced (temperate, sober of mind), be vigilant and cautious at all times; for that enemy of yours, the devil, roams around like a lion roaring [in fierce hunger], seeking someone to seize upon and devour. 1 Peter 5:8 AMPCPut on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11 CSBThe enemy is always scheming in an effort to draw you away from living centered on Jesus and His truth! How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart? Cleanse me from these hidden faults. Keep your servant from deliberate sins! Don't let them control me. Then I will be free of guilt and innocent of great sin. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:11-12 NLTIf you're not centered on truth, you're set up for deception.Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. James 1:13-15 ESV Temptation is a deception the enemy designs around your own broken or out of balance desires.For He satisfies the longing soul, and fills the hungry soul with goodness. Psalm 107:9 NKJVUnhealthy appetites and deceptive tactics, when ignored, invariably lead to incredible tragedy. David was infuriated with the man and said to Nathan, “As the LORD lives, the man who did this deserves to die! Because he has done this thing and shown no pity, he must pay four lambs for that lamb.” Nathan replied to David, “You are the man! 2 Samuel 12:5-7 CSBThe temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. 1 Corinthians 10:13 NLTGod's favorite fishing hole is in the devils so-called live-well!I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and you forgave the iniquity of my sin. Selah Psalm 32:5 ESVConfession and repentance lead to forgiveness and restoration and are the path back to a life centered on truth.-------------------------------------------------Download the 828 Church app!To view our latest e-newsletter, the Midweek Momentum, and subscribe to our weekly updates, go here! https://linktr.ee/828church

We've Lost Reverence for God (And It Shows)

Send us a textWhat happens when reverence fades and noise takes over? We follow Job's debate with his friends to expose a modern problem: people can quote true things about God and still misrepresent him. Together we wrestle with how careless speech, pop-platform religion, and the urge to entertain have shaped a culture where the name of Jesus is used more as a punchline than a confession—and how a holy fear of God can reset our words, our witness, and our courage.We unpack why Job's friends were so persuasive and yet so wrong, how assumptions about suffering fuel judgment, and what it means to rightly divide Scripture with humility. You'll hear candid stories from the panel about conviction, public mistakes, and the hard practice of asking forgiveness when our teaching misleads. We talk about speaking truth in the Spirit rather than the flesh, and why tone, timing, and restraint matter as much as accuracy. Reverence doesn't mean silence; it means we confront error without cruelty and defend the honor of Christ without turning faith into spectacle.If quiet time with God feels dull, if Christian spaces feel like a stage, or if you've been burned by confident voices that missed the heart of God, this conversation offers a better way. Recovering fear of the Lord produces careful words, patient correction, and a resilient witness that resists applause and honors Christ openly. Listen, share with a friend who needs encouragement, and if this served you, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: where do you see reverence needing a comeback?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

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Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!The spark was small—a tweet from Bishop Barron about synodality and doctrine—but the questions behind it are huge: What should a synod actually decide? How did “the spirit of Vatican II” turn into perpetual uncertainty? And why are everyday Catholics still getting side-eyed for kneeling at communion? We open the hood on a consistory that could reset expectations, sift Barron's argument for what it gets right and wrong, and get painfully practical about reverence, freedom, and pastoral authority.Along the way, we share a happier twist: a priest reached out and offered to accompany our Italy trip, making daily Latin Mass not only possible but likely across private chapels in Rome and beyond. That momentum matters. People don't want liturgical roulette; they want beauty, clarity, and worship that deepens faith. The pastoral playbook that treats piety as a problem is wearing thin, and that comes into sharp focus with a diocese banning portable kneelers for the elderly and Jonathan Roumie describing how he was told to stand when he tried to receive on his knees. Reverence isn't performance; it's love braving friction.We don't dodge the tough map either. Under Francis, a common foe united disparate trad corners. Under Leo, the tone is calmer, but the doctrinal direction still worries many. Could a non-territorial jurisdiction—an ordinariate-style solution with bishops from traditional communities—offer stability without schism? Maybe. Or maybe it risks a new ghetto unless leaders honor what's already law: the right to kneel, the right to receive on the tongue, and the call to worship God with proper solemnity. We're watching the consistory, reading the dubia, and building something constructive: a pilgrimage ordered to daily prayer and the Eucharist.If this conversation hits home, follow the show, share it with a friend who cares about liturgy and clarity, and leave a quick review. Your feedback helps more people find thoughtful Catholic conversations that aim higher.Support the showTake advantage of great Catholic red wines by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "BASED" for 10% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

Engaged in Reverence

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On this week's episode of The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief pulls up a chair with his brother Little Feather for a no-nonsense, end-of-year sit-down rooted in family, flavor, and hard-earned opinions. With a year of miles behind them and a table full of whiskey in front of them, the brothers look back on Big Chief's 2025 Whiskey Trail while taking on the challenge of naming Whiskey of the Year and Distillery of the Year. It is part reflection, part debate, filled with laughs, brotherly jabs, and a deep respect for the craft and the people behind it. To strip away hype, labels, and reputation, the tasting is done completely blind, with all five whiskeys poured into plain mason jars. No fancy glassware and no branding, just whiskey. Each pour is judged on nose, palate, mouthfeel, finish, and balance, forcing every whiskey to stand on its own merits. The mason jars set an honest, humble tone and lead to a few surprises and some strong, unfiltered reactions. As the tasting unfolds, Little Feather flips the mic and interviews Big Chief about the highs, lessons, and standout moments from the 2025 Whiskey Trip. Between sips, they talk road miles, distillery visits, and the people who made the journey matter. The conversation naturally turns forward, with Big Chief sharing what is already taking shape for 2026, including new regions, deeper dives into the craft, and a continued commitment to giving distillers a real voice. The five whiskeys competing for Whiskey of the Year represent a wide range of styles from stops along the trail. The lineup includes Anita's Choice, a six-grain bourbon from Burnt Church Distillery; Reverence from 1845 Distilling Company; a bold Cask Strength Rye from Ponfeigh Distillery; Broken Halo Cask Strength from War Trail Distillery; and Batch 37 from Barrell Craft Spirits. With no labels to lean on, each whiskey earns praise or criticism based solely on what is in the jar. When the dust settles, Whiskey of the Year goes to 1845 Preemption Reverence, a pour that rose above the rest when judged blind for its balance, depth, and character. Distillery of the Year honors go to Trinity River Distillery, recognized not only for its whiskey but for the full experience it delivers, from immersive tours to the renovation of its historic ranch-style bean factory, along with its Whiskey Kitchen and Bourbon Nursery. Whether listeners agree with the final calls or not, this episode is about honoring the pours, the places, and the passion that keep American whiskey moving forward. Pour yourself something good, pull up a chair, and Take the Ride with Big Chief and Little Feather as they close out 2025 and set their sights on what is ahead.

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(3:03) Bible Study: Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24 Be Faithful to the Lord and hand on what was passed down Luke 1:57-66 Father talks about the name “John” (18:31) Break 1 Father talks about the Reverence theory of Saint Joseph (28:36) Letters: Father talks about the meaning of the Lamb of God. Father helps a listener who returned to the Church and had some questions about the Church. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:06) Break 2 (39:07) Word of the Day IHS (40:34) Phones: Katie - If Mary was born without original sin, why couldn't she have been our savior? James – Are black Rosary beads bad? Anthony - When were girls allowed to be altar servers? Why can't nuns do math?