Podcasts about seeing clearly

This is the second lesson in Dr. Camden Bucey's Reformed Academy course, Defending Our Hope: An Introduction to Christian Apologetics. How do we perceive reality accurately amidst competing perspectives? This lesson examines worldviews and explores how everyone—whether consciously or not—interprets life through fundamental beliefs. You will learn how Scripture, illuminated by the Holy Spirit, serves as a lens bringing spiritual clarity to metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics. Based on Colossians and the Reformed tradition, we compare the Christ-centered worldview with philosophical approaches grounded solely in human reasoning. This lesson enhances your understanding of worldviews, strengthens your ability to identify inconsistencies in contrary perspectives, and empowers you to articulate a gospel-centered understanding of reality with confidence. 01:30 Viewing the World through the Lens of Faith 03:04 Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Ethics 11:01 Worldviews in Contrast 21:25 The Pre-Eminence of Christ in Colossians 34:04 Seeing Clearly with Biblical Spectacles 37:12 Examples of Worldly Vision 39:48 Summary and Conclusion. Register for this free on-demand course on our website to track your progress, download supplemental resources, and assess your understanding through quizzes for each lesson. You will also receive free access to more than two dozen more video courses in covenant theology, apologetics, biblical studies, church history, and more: https://reformedforum.org/courses/defending-our-hope-an-introduction-to-christian-apologetics/ Camden Bucey (MDiv, PhD) is Executive Director of Reformed Forum and a minister of Hope Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Grayslake, Illinois. He is the author of Karl Rahner (Great Thinkers) and Lamentations, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah: A 12-Week Study. Your donations help us to provide free Reformed resources for students like you worldwide: https://reformedforum.org/donate/  #apologetics #evangelism #presupp

In John 9, Jesus heals a man born blind—and the ripple effect reveals much more than a miracle. This week's message explores how belief often begins with simple understanding, but always comes at a cost. As crowds doubt, leaders resist, and fear silences, one man boldly chooses to believe—and worship. What's keeping you from fully seeing Jesus for who He is?

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker.** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses **Title: Encountering Jesus: From Head Knowledge to Heart KnowledgeSummary: In this lesson, Chaplain Lou emphasizes the importance of experiencing a personal encounter with Jesus, transforming mere head knowledge of His resurrection into heartfelt understanding, as illustrated by the journey of the travelers on the road to Emmaus.Lesson Outline:00:00 - Recognizing Jesus and Understanding Scripture03:18 - Context and Heart Knowledge08:39 - The Empty Tomb and the Road to Emmaus11:17 - Debating Scripture and Having Aha Moments23:00 - Breaking Bread and Seeing Clearly

In this powerful sermon, Pastor Roscoe shows how having a pure heart helps us see God more clearly in our everyday lives. Using Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, he points out that real happiness and connection with God don't come from just following rules or looking good on the outside — it starts with what's going on inside our hearts. When our hearts are pure, we're able to recognize God working around us and experience a deeper sense of peace and joy.

See all series | See all talksTeacher: Nina Laboy Date: 2025-05-18 SundaySeriesThe Four Noble Truths & The Twelve Insights (Sunday mornings, 2025) 2025-01-05 Aravind Moorthy, Candace Robb, Judith Avinger, Lauren Wilson, Lyndal Johnson, Nana Gyesie, Sooz Appel This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer Nikhil Natarajan.

Matthew 7:1–6 contains a well known teaching about hypocritical judging. Jesus presents us with a warning about harbouring an overly critical spirit towards others and challenges us to see the hypocrisy of doing so. Rather, we are to learn to see clearly so that we may be a help to our brothers and sisters in Christ. Only once we have learnt to see ourselves clearly will we be able to clearly discern between good and evil. We unpack this section in four steps: A warning (vv. 1–2) A challenge (vv. 3–4) Learning to see clearly (v. 5) Clearly discerning (v. 6)

Set your gaze upon Jesus this evening with 1 Corinthians 13.No matter what kind of day you've had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight's meditation is read by Lucy. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.Send us a text message to let us know how we can make the Evening Meditations an even better experience for you!Support the showYou can now share the Evening Meditations through the updated Our Daily Bread app! If you've not done so already, download it for free from your app store.We hope that you have enjoyed this Evening Meditation from Our Daily Bread Ministries! You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: ourdailybread.org/meditation. All our funding comes from our listeners, like you, who value what we do and want to help us reach more people. You can make a donation towards our mission at eveningmeditations.org.

Faith in Christ opens our eyes. We gain more insight as we keep looking to Christ. We look forward to when we will see everything clearly when he returns. He alone can change our lives. To him be the glory. Watch: https://youtube.com/live/q8zIglzoT5Y

As we go deeper on the spiritual path—whether through yoga, meditation, or self-inquiry—we often discover a paradox: We feel more peace… but we also feel more pain. The highs become transcendent. The lows, unbearable. We start to feel everything more intensely. This intensity is not a mistake. It is the heart of the path.   The Buddha says: you have felt more grief than the ocean holds water. This isn't just poetry. It's a spiritual earthquake. This is not to depress us, but to awaken us—to stir our hearts. This stirring is known in Buddhism as saṁvega.   This feeling—though unsettling—is a sacred catalyst. It's what Prince Siddhartha felt when he saw old age, sickness, and death. It's what every sincere practitioner eventually encounters: not just the suffering of the world, but the raw truth of our entanglement in it.   You begin to see the pain in pleasure—how even joy is tinged with impermanence.   You see the subtle violence of craving, the ache beneath distraction.   Your old ways of coping no longer work.   This is grace, not failure. Because only when we see duḥkha clearly, can we begin to walk a path beyond it. These are cracks in the illusion. And through those cracks, truth pours in. The practice is not to patch them up, but to stay open.   Yoga gives us a container:   Asana: to ground the body as emotion rises   Prāṇāyāma: to stabilize the nervous system as old energy releases   Meditation: to witness pain without collapsing into it   Bhakti: to open the heart in devotion rather than despair   And ultimately, viveka—discernment—so that we can feel the pain of the world without losing our place in it.   Practice LIVE with me exclusively on Omstars! Start your journey today with a 7-day free trial at omstars.com.   Limited time Offer: Sign up for an Omstars+ membership and Get my FREE course: Ashtanga Mechanics. Sign up Here!   Stay connected with us on social @omstarsofficial and @kinoyoga Practice with me in person for workshops, classes, retreats, trainings and Mysore seasons. Find out more about where I'm teaching at kinoyoga.com and sign up for our Mysore season in Miami at www.miamilifecenter.com

John's managed to pick himself up after last Friday's show. Well to a certain degree at least - thank the lord. But the collective vibe scale is nudged handsomely towards ‘winning' as Elis has had one of his all time great days. Cycling? Check. Wales? Check. All time hero who laughs at every single one of his jokes? Check.So it's all the fun of the fair today. The topics of ‘banning pranks', ‘the greatest accents of the world' and ‘how to pad out an autobiography” float around the apple bobbing content tub, ready for the boys to sink their teeth into.And while you're here, check out the Bureau de Change of the Mind bonus episodes in the feed. Last time out there were some real surprise thrills. That's only on BBC Sounds.Have you got a UNESCO accent or know someone who does? Well voice note it to us on 07974 293 022 on WhatsApp, or add it to an email (however that's done) to elisandjohn@bbc.co.uk.

Seeing Clearly by Fr. Josh Waltz

Have you ever stepped on a scale that gave you the wrong number? Maybe it said you were lighter than you are—giving false confidence. Or maybe it made you heavier—leaving you discouraged. Jesus warns us about using a broken scale when we judge others—one clouded by hypocrisy, pride, and blind spots.But does that mean we should never judge at all? In Matthew 7, Jesus doesn't tell us to abandon judgment—He calls us to refine it. He invites us to examine ourselves first, to see clearly, and to discern rightly. This Sunday, join us as we explore what it means to judge with truth, humility, and wisdom—not with a broken scale, but with the heart of Christ.Please pray for Pastor Josh and the team as they prepare for the service. We are looking forward to what God is going to do this Sunday!

Listen along to Fr. Michael's 8th Sunday of Ordinary Time homily. The readings can be found https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030225.cfm 

Co-Pastor Ezekiel Perez | February 11, 2025The Fountain Apostolic Churchone_ (2025)Learn more at tfachurch.com/plusSermon Notes:Blind, Blurry, or Seeing ClearlyMark 8:22-26 shows Jesus healing a blind man in stages, reflecting our spiritual growth.Stage 1: Blindness—admit your need and cry out, “Lord, I want to see.”Stage 2: Blurry—don't settle for partial sight; pride blinds us further.Stage 3: Clarity—sight brings responsibility. True vision isn't just with our eyes but with our souls. Walk by faith, not by sight.

1 John 3:1-3

This talk, from an IMCW Spring retreat, explores what happens when you deeply relax and pay attention to your moment-to-moment experience.   You'll learn about the process of settling attention in the here and now, how to recognize the characteristics of what is changing the subtlety of how you are relating to change and paying attention to awareness itself.

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In this episode, Swarna Shiv, CEO and founder of Unsmudgeable, delves into the challenges of smudged eyewear and how her company is revolutionizing lens technology. Unsmudgeable aims to eliminate the safety and productivity issues caused by smudged glasses, a huge problem that affects millions of people globally. Swarna shares insights into how the company started, the unique technology behind their coatings, and thee journey from idea to patent-pending innovation. Unsmudgeable's focus for 2025 is commercialization and they are actively working with lens manufacturers to apply this technology to various surfaces. Swarna explains their strategy for scaling up through equity crowdfunding and emphasizes the importance of sustainability in their product development. Tune in to be informed and inspired.

A new MP3 sermon from Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Seeing Clearly in a New Year Speaker: Richard Holdeman Broadcaster: Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 1/5/2025 Bible: Mark 8:22-26 Length: 33 min.

Special New Year Sermon-Jesus wants you to have spiritual vision; ask Him to enable you to see more clearly so you will follow Him more closely in the coming year.

Vipassana, also known as insight meditation, is training in bringing a clear, mindful attention to our moment-to-moment experience. We begin by relaxing through the body and then resting attention with the breath – or some other sensory anchor – and allowing the mind to settle. Then we open to whatever is predominant or calling our attention – sensations, emotions, sounds – meeting each arising experience with a clear, kind attention. The gift of this process is discovering balance in the midst of the changing flow, and gaining deep insight into the nature of reality.

I'm finding that right now, practice can be challenging.It's hard to get up an hour early in the dark.But that's often the case. The bigger challenge right now is not the early dark mornings.It's the lack of clarity that arises when anger, impatience, and fear take over my sit, or my day. That's why right now, I'm understanding a little bit betterthe wisdom of all the great teachers, who counsel us to befriend these difficult states of mind.I'm noticing that befriending anger helps me to occasionally, see the pain underneath;that making friends with impatience helps me tosometimes, remember to take a breath;and that letting fear be a beloved companion points to one day,possibly, with plenty of practice, letting it go.

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Imagine if your students could understand their strengths and weaknesses and confidently navigate the challenges that come their way. By understanding who they are and how they respond to the world, they enhance their learning in your class and in their future. Today you'll learn 4 ways you can begin teaching self-awareness and increase your student's growth mindset. Enhance your students' emotional well-being and help them reduce stress through journaling!                        GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                          If you found today's episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you're listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let's Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Get Your Sanity Game Plan - https://behavior-strategies-4-class.ck.page/8f14339fff   Five Day Student Challenge - https://behavior-strategies-4-class.ck.page/3b8bf7c389   Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn               Diane Bachman - Behavior Coach (@behaviorstrategies4class) • Instagram photos and videos  

Prayer for Seeing Clearly for her Daily Spiritual Espresso published on October 17, 2024 which you can access here: https://powerofloveministry.net/2024/10/let-me-see-clearly/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine driving straight into the sunlight with a filthy windshield, struggling to see the road ahead. What hidden issues in our lives might be clouding our vision and preventing us from reflecting the grace and image of Christ? Join us as we navigate the profound teachings of Luke 17, where we confront the realities of temptation, forgiveness, and faith, challenging conventional perspectives and urging a deep introspection of our own spiritual journeys.We're diving into the heart of Jesus' teachings on the inevitability of temptation and the moral weight of guiding others astray. We explore the severe warnings against causing someone to stumble and the critical role of community responsibility. From the disciples' heartfelt request for increased faith to the call for mutual accountability, we examine how embracing these challenging teachings can foster personal and communal growth.Duty, service, and humility are woven into the fabric of our lives, yet often overlooked as extraordinary acts. We discuss how fulfilling our responsibilities aligns us with the essence of Jesus' message, transforming ordinary tasks into acts of grace. The unseen dynamics of forgiveness take center stage, as we highlight the importance of letting go of bitterness within personal and communal relationships. With a focus on grace and reconciliation, we invite you to reflect on those you may need to forgive, while drawing strength from prayer and community support. If you want to learn more about the Mid Tree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.

Send Sherry a Text MessageEver feel like you're not on the same page as others, especially the father of your child? In this episode, we're diving into the powerful analogy of perspective and how it's like wearing a unique pair of glasses.Join me as we explore why everyone sees the world differently, how to keep your own perspective clear, and the importance of trying on someone else's ‘glasses' to build empathy and understanding. This episode is all about gaining clarity, improving communication, and embracing the power of perspective in your life.Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion—tune in now and start seeing the world a little more clearly! PASS IT ON TO THE NEXT SINGLE MOM—If you have been blessed by this podcast, sign up today with a monthly gift of any amount. Click here.SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform.https://shepherdsvillage.com/podcastNEED PRAYER: Call 855-822-PRAY or click here.INFORMATION & INSPIRATION: Shepherds Village UniversitySupport the Show.It's a Single Mom Thing, Not the Single Thing That Stops You!

Have you ever been on a mission? Maybe you've served in the military and have been sent on missions full of intense complexity. Maybe your mission has looked more like having to find the correct brand of almond milk from the grocery store. Either way, mission demands a certain mindset. A laser focus on what you set out to accomplish, and a passionate loyalty to see it through to the end. This attitude of mission is exactly what we as believers in Jesus are called to carry every day. The intensity is high because the stakes couldn't be higher. People every day are dying, separated from the One who can bring them hope and life. As the Church we are called to carry the powerful message of the Gospel, to make disciples, and to lovingly care for each other as we push one another on to see the mission accomplished. I will be honest with you... It's not an easy thing... But you were made for it!  Join us this weekend to finish up our "Seeing Clearly" series with a deep look into the mission before us. - Pastor Ben Main Passage: Matthew 28:18-20 For Scripture, notes, upcoming events, & more: http://bible.com/events/49299627

Have you ever heard the statement that Jesus talked about money more than any other topic in the Bible? This is commonly stated, but is not exactly true. Jesus did talk about money a lot, but He usually was not really talking about money. He was usually using money as a topic to take a look at a deeper heart issue. We all know that money can have a way of dominating our life. The stress of not being able to pay bills, buy the things we want, afford a lifestyle that is comfortable, or the constant desire to buy something new. We live in a country with a debt crisis at the national level and on the personal level. So what does God say about money? Come join us this weekend as we study how our outlook on finances can have a major impact on our relationship with Christ. Key Verse - 2 Corinthians 8:9 (ESV) - For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich. For Scripture, notes, upcoming events, & more: http://bible.com/events/49299624

As a leader, your perception shapes your reality -- but what if that perception isn't entirely accurate? In this episode, Gayle Lantz explores the parallels between her mother's recent hallucination experience (diagnosed as “CBS”) and the common pitfalls leaders face in the workplace.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Leadership-Reality-Check--What-Are-You-Not-Seeing-Clearly

The GI Research Foundation was able to produce this podcast with a sponsorship from Metro Infusion Center.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Noa Krugliak Cleveland, Director of the Intestinal Ultrasound Program, and Dr. Amelia Kellar, Director of Pediatric Intestinal Ultrasound, both at the University of Chicago Medicine Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center. We explore how a tried-and-true technology, intestinal ultrasound, is revolutionizing the way gastroenterologists and patients in the U.S. monitor Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn how real-time imaging of the GI tract is transforming diagnosis and ongoing care and discover how support from the GI Research Foundation is driving research and enhancing patient outcomes through innovative monitoring protocols like intestinal ultrasound.To access other episodes of Visceral: Listen to Your Gut and learn more about the GI Research Foundation's support of clinical and laboratory research to treat, prevent, and cure digestive diseases, please visit https://www.giresearchfoundation.org/.Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you listen. This episode is brought to you by Metro Infusion Center.Metro Infectious Disease Consultants, the parent company of Metro Infusion Centers, is proud to announce their 30th anniversary Gala Celebration on October 26 in downtown Chicago. With 110 physicians and over 220 infusion centers nationwide, we are committed to making life saving therapies available in a comfortable and cost-effective environment, while continuing to support the future generations of infectious disease physicians. Please visit us at www.midcgala.com to learn how you can participate. #podcast #research #IBD #crohns #colitis #hope #futureofmedicine

God is the designer of pure, intimate relationship. The character of the Triune Godhead reflects it, His closeness to Adam signifies it, the design of Eve reinforces it, and Jesus’ love for His bride, the Church, proves it. If close relationship is God’s character and design, let’s look at what He has to say about it! Key Verse - 'However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.' Ephesians 5:33 (ESV) For Scripture, notes, upcoming events, & more: http://bible.com/events/49296461

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2024.07.29 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2024.07.29 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2024.06.26 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2024.06.26 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

The correlation between the function of the gallbladder and liver and its effect on eyesight is explored in this podcast episode. The liver and gallbladder play a crucial role in the production of bile, which helps with fat metabolism and the transportation of estrogens. The eyes are heavily dependent on porphyrins, which are produced in the liver and bone marrow. Poor eyesight can be caused by staying up too late, having excess infections in the liver and gallbladder, and not consuming the proper nutrients for eye health. Structural issues in the upper neck can also affect eyesight. Emotional factors such as resentment, anger, and frustration can impact the liver and gallbladder and subsequently affect eyesight. The podcast provides recommendations for improving eyesight, including taking specific nutrients, cleansing the liver and gallbladder, and addressing emotional traumas. Takeaways The liver and gallbladder play a crucial role in eyesight by producing bile and porphyrins. Staying up too late, having infections in the liver and gallbladder, and not consuming the proper nutrients can negatively impact eyesight. Structural issues in the upper neck can affect blood flow to the brain and eyes, leading to poor eyesight. Emotional factors such as resentment and anger can impact the liver and gallbladder and subsequently affect eyesight. Improving eyesight involves taking specific nutrients, cleansing the liver and gallbladder, addressing emotional traumas, and doing eye exercises. Chapters 00:00 The Role of the Liver and Gallbladder in Eyesight 09:06 Factors Affecting Eyesight: Staying Up Late and Infections Links: Ready for better sleep, improved energy, and faster recoveries?  Go to apolloneuro.com/ancienthealth and use code AXE for $50 off your Apollo wearable!  Follow @apolloneuro on Instagram! Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Follow Courntey Bursich Instagram