Podcasts about stewards

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Todd Isberner and Dr. John Mabus joined us today. A disciple-maker, mentor, and author, Todd Isberner, explained how culture and personal disappointment can reshape our view of God, and why Scripture must remain the foundation for understanding who He truly is. Then Dr. John Mabus, the Associate Professor and Program Head of Pastoral Studies at Moody Bible Institute, unpacks 1 Peter 4:7-11 and explains how believers can stay prayerful, love earnestly, and use their gifts to glorify God in hard places. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Gospel Message [ 00:49 ]Todd Isberner [ 06:25 ]Dr. John Mabus [ 23:05 ]Make it a Metaphor [ 40:23 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as Pastor Craig takes us through out Do Something Series: The Remnant stewards their call well.

Send us Fan MailThe hardest part of getting help in public safety is not finding resources, it's knowing who you can trust when the stakes are your career, your reputation, and your sanity. We pick up part two with employment attorney Bridget Truxillo to talk candidly about where union support shines, where conflicts of interest can quietly derail you, and why an outside employment law perspective can be the difference between getting steamrolled and getting a fair process. We dig into the nuts and bolts that too many first responders never get taught: reading your policies, protecting your rights in internal affairs investigations, and understanding how body worn camera policy can shape what you're allowed to review before an interview. Bridget also shares how real change can happen long before a lawsuit, including putting agencies on notice and forcing policy updates that protect an entire department, not just one person. If you work for a government employer, we also talk about why suing the government is different and why strategy matters. From there, we connect the legal side directly to first responder mental health. We unpack why confidentiality is the lifeblood of therapy and employee assistance programs, what questions to ask a therapist about privacy, and how stigma still shows up in hiring decisions and leadership culture. The thread running through everything is simple: asking for help is not weakness, it's how you stay in the fight without losing yourself. You can find Bridget at https://ladylawshield.com/about-usIf you got something from this conversation, subscribe, share it with a coworker, and leave a review so more first responders can find it when they need it.Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast

In this candid episode of the Crash MotoGP Podcast, former Grand Prix winner Simon Crafar opens up about the turbulent journey following his professional racing career.From battling depression and losing his identity after stepping off the bike, to facing a terrifying dirt bike accident that left him unable to walk for 11 months, Simon shares how hitting rock bottom reframed his priorities toward family and personal growth.He breaks down how rebuilding his life through coaching eventually led him back to the paddock—first as a live pit-lane reporter honing his communication skills, and ultimately as the Chairman of the FIM MotoGP Stewards Panel.Simon offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how modern race direction operates, managing 150+ camera feeds, navigating the fine line between rider error and tech failures, and the art of maintaining fairness and safety in one of the world's most intense sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does God use the weak and unworthy? Ephesians 3:7–9 prepares us for the morning sermon in public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that God uses the weak and unworthy to steward the gospel of the riches of the glory of God in Christ. The devotional expounds on Ephesians 3:7-9, revealing that God chose the most unworthy individual to demonstrate that the power of the gospel originates entirely from Him rather than human merit. It defines the 'mystery' as the eternal plan where God redeems a people for Himself and gives Himself to them, a truth hidden for ages but now revealed through Jesus Christ. The text emphasizes that spiritual gifts are not personal possessions but entrusted responsibilities given by God for the benefit of the church from all the nations. By highlighting Paul's transformation from persecutor to apostle, the message illustrates that believers are stewards of this infinite treasure, called to pass it on to others with humility and responsibility. The central intent is to comfort the faithful with God's sovereign grace while convicting them to faithfully dispense the gospel to their communities.

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Why does God use the weak and unworthy? Ephesians 3:7–9 prepares us for the morning sermon in public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that God uses the weak and unworthy to steward the gospel of the riches of the glory of God in Christ. The devotional expounds on Ephesians 3:7-9, revealing that God chose the most unworthy individual to demonstrate that the power of the gospel originates entirely from Him rather than human merit. It defines the 'mystery' as the eternal plan where God redeems a people for Himself and gives Himself to them, a truth hidden for ages but now revealed through Jesus Christ. The text emphasizes that spiritual gifts are not personal possessions but entrusted responsibilities given by God for the benefit of the church from all the nations. By highlighting Paul's transformation from persecutor to apostle, the message illustrates that believers are stewards of this infinite treasure, called to pass it on to others with humility and responsibility. The central intent is to comfort the faithful with God's sovereign grace while convicting them to faithfully dispense the gospel to their communities.

Once again, Luke gives us a snapshot of our Lord. This time the Lord is instructing His disciples concerning His coming to earth a second time.Dr. Mitchell will give us an overview of this passage which Jesus spoke. The bottom line is for each believer to be ready for the Lord's coming while being faithful to the task and ministry which he has received from the Lord.Dr. Mitchell also makes a distinction between the Lord's coming for the church in the air at the rapture and the Lord's coming to the earth at His second coming.The call for you and me is to be a faithful steward with one's ministry and life with our time, talent and treasure while waiting for Christ. Let's turn with Dr. Mitchell to his exposition in Luke 12:35-48 on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast.

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our series on Mark.Some things feel like they'll last forever. Like the life you've built, the people you love, and the plans you've made. But Jesus reminds us how fragile it all really is — not to fill us with fear, but to free us from holding too tightly to what was never meant to last.There's a surprising kind of hope that grows when you realize history is moving somewhere on purpose. Even when the world feels unsteady, when obedience is costly, or even when tomorrow isn't promised. The goal isn't to figure out the timeline. It's to live awake today. To loosen our grip on what fades, hold tightly to what endures, and be ready whenever the King returns.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on August 9, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(01:05) Message: Everything Is Temporary, But Jesus Is Coming Back(13:38) The Temple Feels Permanent, But Everything Is Temporary(16:14) Wars and Disasters Are Birth Pains, Not the End(18:41) The Holy Spirit Gives Us Words, and We Stand Firm Under Persecution(23:09) God Limits Our Suffering and Warns Against False Christs(30:58) The Son of Man Returns in Glory to Gather His Elect(35:52) No One Knows the Day, So Stay Awake and Keep Working(36:42) Don't Put Off Until Tomorrow What Obedience Requires Today

This sermon exhorts believers to recognize themselves as stewards of the manifold grace and gifts bestowed by God, rather than owners of their own abilities. Drawing from 1 Peter 4:10-11, it emphasizes that every Christian possesses specific capacities intended for service to others, not for self-promotion or consumeristic church attendance. The preacher argues against pride by highlighting that all talents are received from God and must be exercised in dependence on His strength. Key themes include the rejection of spectator Christianity, the importance of speaking God's words faithfully, and serving with divine empowerment to avoid exhaustion. Ultimately, the central purpose of all Christian gifts and labor is to glorify God through Jesus Christ, transforming everyday service into an act of worship.

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Anne Arundel County may be surrounded by water, but protecting it begins in yards, neighborhoods, and communities across the county. In this week's Local Business Spotlight, Suzanne Etgen, co-founder and founding executive director of the Anne Arundel County Watershed Stewards Academy, explains how the nonprofit trains residents to become community leaders who can identify environmental problems and help turn practical solutions into action. The conversation covers the academy's certification program, stormwater management, native plants, tree protection, mosquito control and the small everyday choices that can collectively improve local waterways. Etgen also discusses the academy's growth since 2008, the more than 400 watershed stewards it has trained, and how residents can get involved through classes, volunteer projects and simple changes at home. Have a listen. LINKS: Anne Arundel County Watershed Stewards Academy ( Website) Anne Arundel County Watershed Stewards Academy ( Facebook) Anne Arundel County Watershed Stewards Academy ( Instagram) Anne Arundel County Watershed Stewards Academy ( Linked In)

Today, Young Adult Pastor Gary Jones continues our series on Mark. The way that Jesus navigates difficult conversations about faith reveals what God truly values. When he is approached by religious leaders who are insincere in their flattery, he cuts through external performance and gets straight to the heart of the matter, saying that the greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. His answer encourages us, but it also challenges us to ask: are we giving God our best, or just our leftovers? If you want to explore what true devotion can mean in your own life, then this message is for you.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on August 2, 2026, at 9:00am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome00:53 Message: True Devotion05:10 Hypocrisy and Heart Motives07:57 Greatest Commandment Reading10:18 Love God With Everything14:41 Love Your Neighbor Truly24:23 Costly Giving Self-Examination30:49 Invitation and Prayer

AI promises untold breakthroughs, yet success requires huge amounts of energy. That begs a crucial question: How can we power progress responsibly? Find out how B.Grimm is leading the shift through a major renewable energy-powered data center project in Chon Buri. https://sponsored.bloomberg.com/media/bgrimm/the-stewards-of-compassion-podcast This episode is sponsored by B.GRIMM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Out on track for the final day of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined by Charlotte Greenway to look back on the action from day four and previewing what we have to look forward to this afternoon. Clerk of the course Ed Arkell provides an update on the going and James Willoughby shares his views on how the track has stood up this week and why watering well ahead of time is crucial. Lydia Hislop is along to share her views on the week as a whole and the many highlights we've enjoyed so far before Hugo Palmer looks at his two in this afternoon's Stewards' Cup.

Out on track for the final day of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined by Charlotte Greenway to look back on the action from day four and previewing what we have to look forward to this afternoon. Clerk of the course Ed Arkell provides an update on the going and James Willoughby shares his views on how the track has stood up this week and why watering well ahead of time is crucial. Lydia Hislop is along to share her views on the week as a whole and the many highlights we've enjoyed so far before Hugo Palmer looks at his two in this afternoon's Stewards' Cup.

Our weekly news roundup includes the most recent count of people experiencing homelessness in Monterey County, pushback on data center development, and the relaunch of the River Stewards program.

Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipsters Paul Kealy and Robbie Wilders as they preview all the action on ITV Racing for Day 5 of the Qatar Goodwood Festival.The team analyse the biggest races of the final day, including:

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Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills, Andy Newton and Jake Wilkes for the Final Furlong Podcast Betting Guide to the final day of Glorious Goodwood, previewing Saturday's biggest betting opportunities from one of the highlights of the Flat racing season.

Project Open Hand delivered its 30 millionth meal this week. And, the Coastal Watershed Council and People First of Santa Cruz County have relaunched their River Stewards program.

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our series on Mark.Some moments in Scripture are meant to stop us in our tracks, and this is one of them. Jesus does something that almost feels impossible to reconcile with the Savior we think we know. But beneath the surprise is a deeper invitation that goes past appearances and into the condition of our hearts.When frustration rises, when faith feels stretched, when old wounds still linger, Jesus doesn't settle for fixing the surface. He goes straight to the root. And somehow, in the middle of overturned tables, a withered tree, and impossible promises, we discover a God who is restoring hearts instead of simply managing behavior.It's a reminder that real worship bears fruit, real faith holds on when everything feels shaken, and real freedom begins the moment forgiveness takes root.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on July 26, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(01:15) Message: Jesus, the Fig Tree, and the Path from Frustration to Forgiveness(04:30) Reading Mark 11:12-14: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree(06:58) Context: Palm Sunday and Chaos in the Temple(10:27) Reading Mark 11:15-25: Jesus Cleanses the Temple(12:17) The Mark Sandwich: Why the Fig Tree Story Is Really About the Temple(17:34) Three Responses to Frustration: Root Cause, Patience, and Restoration(24:44) Faith and the Danger of "Name It and Claim It" Theology(29:46) Forgiveness: Receiving It Before We Can Give It

We're recapping last night's debate between the two Democrats running for Connecticut governor. New York state is promoting pheasant hunting to help with conservation. Plus, a look at a marine conservation effort in Connecticut that's getting the community involved!

What if the greatest shift you could make in your financial life didn't begin with a new budget, a better investment strategy, or a higher income—but with surrender? We don't often think of surrender as a financial word, but it lies at the heart of biblical stewardship. When we embrace the life-changing truth that God owns everything, it transforms how we live, give, plan, and manage the resources He has entrusted to us. The First Question Scripture Asks When we think about money, we tend to ask familiar questions: How much do I have? How much will I need? Am I making progress? Am I doing better or worse than others? Those questions may be important, but they are not where Scripture begins. From the opening pages of the Bible, God is revealed as the Creator and owner of everything. Before humanity ever cultivated a garden or named a creature, God formed, filled, and ruled creation. Psalm 24:1 declares: “The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein.” Simply put, God is the owner, and we are His stewards. For many Christians, that is a familiar idea. But familiarity does not always lead to surrender. We may affirm that God owns the universe while living as though we built our lives entirely through our own effort. We say, “I worked for this,” or, “I earned this.” And while diligent work matters, Scripture reminds us that even our ability to produce wealth comes from God. Deuteronomy 8:18 says: “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth.” Our talents, opportunities, health, time, and ability to work are all gifts from the Lord. Owners or Stewards? Jesus develops this idea in the parable of the talents in Matthew 25. A master entrusts resources to three servants before leaving on a journey. Two servants put what they received to work, while the third buries his portion out of fear. When the master returns, he commends the first two servants—not merely because they produced impressive results, but because they were faithful. That distinction matters. The world often defines success by outcomes: how much we earn, accumulate, grow, or achieve. God calls us to something deeper—faithfulness with whatever He has placed in our hands. If God owns everything, then we are not owners in the ultimate sense. We are managers. The New Testament word commonly translated as “steward” is oikonomos, meaning “household manager.” A steward manages resources he did not create, for purposes he did not determine, under the authority of the master he serves. At first, that may sound limiting. In reality, it is profoundly freeing. As financial teacher Ron Blue has often said, “If God owns it all, you can't lose anything.” Ownership carries an enormous burden. The owner must ultimately provide, protect, and control. But if God is the owner, then we do not have to carry those responsibilities alone. Stewardship carries responsibility, but it also rests on trust. When Financial Choices Become Worship When we truly embrace stewardship, ordinary financial decisions become opportunities to worship God. Budgeting becomes more than organizing income and expenses. It becomes a way of aligning our desires with God's priorities. Giving becomes a response to the generosity we have already received from Him. Saving becomes wise preparation rather than fearful hoarding. Planning becomes an act of obedience rather than an attempt to control every possible outcome. Investing becomes a way to cultivate and multiply what belongs to the Lord, not a strategy for securing complete independence from Him. The Puritan pastor Thomas Watson once wrote, “What we keep, we may lose. What we give to God is kept forever.” That statement reminds us that earthly ownership is temporary, but faithful stewardship has eternal significance. The apostle Paul writes in 1 Timothy 6:7: “For we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world.” That reality is not meant to discourage us. It is meant to liberate us. When we stop clutching what we cannot keep, we become free to invest our lives in what can never be lost. Faithfulness Begins With Surrender If God owns everything, what does He expect from us? Jesus gives us a clear answer in Luke 16:10: “One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much.” Faithfulness is not determined by the size of our income, investment portfolio, home, or charitable gifts. It is about how we respond to whatever God has entrusted to us. Stewardship is not reserved for the wealthy. It applies to every person in every financial season. A person living paycheck to paycheck can be faithful. A retiree managing decades of savings can be faithful. A young adult earning their first salary can be faithful. A business owner, parent, student, or widow can all honor God through the resources in their care. Faithfulness is not primarily about how much we have. It is about whether we have surrendered what we have to God. And surrender always begins in the heart. The Humility and Hope of Stewardship When we accept that God owns it all, we receive two things the world cannot offer: humility and hope. We gain humility because we stop viewing our accomplishments as entirely self-made. We recognize God as the source of our abilities, opportunities, and provision. We gain hope because we realize that we are not carrying the burden of provision alone. God equips. God guides. God provides. That does not mean we stop working, planning, or making wise decisions. Biblical stewardship requires diligence. But it allows us to work faithfully without treating every result as though it depends entirely on us. So where might God be inviting you to shift from an owner's mindset to a steward's heart? Perhaps it is in your giving, planning, saving, or lifestyle. Perhaps it is in the quiet assumption that your security depends more on markets, income, or possessions than on the God who “owns the cattle on a thousand hills” (Psalm 50:10). Stewardship is not about God trying to get something from you. It is about God doing something within you. It reorders the heart so that money occupies its proper place—not as a master, but as a tool entrusted to us for God's purposes and glory. Continue the Journey To explore more about God's ownership and the surrender at the heart of faithful stewardship, consider Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship. This devotional is designed to help you examine your relationship with money, possessions, generosity, and the God who owns it all. Copies are available for individuals, churches, and small groups at FaithFi.com/Shop. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm working on my budget and currently contributing 15% to my 401(k), with about a 5% employer match. But I have less than two months of expenses in my emergency fund. Should I reduce my 401(k) contributions and focus on building six months of emergency savings first? My mother passed away and left my sister a house in Lares, Puerto Rico, but the title was never transferred into my sister's name. She's been living there for about a year. What process does she need to follow to get legal ownership under Puerto Rico law? Some relatives inherited property and are receiving calls from out-of-town people offering to help them sell it. What kind of professional should they work with? Could a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®) help them find a trustworthy real estate attorney or other needed professionals? I'm a widow, and since my husband passed away a couple of years ago, I've felt unsure about financial decisions. I have a little over $1 million in an IRA, no debt or mortgage, and my expenses are covered by survivor Social Security and part-time work. I want to steward these assets well for my children and grandchildren. What strategy should I consider for the IRA, and what kind of advisor should I work with? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Wise Women Managing Money: Expert Advice on Debt, Wealth, Budgeting, and More by Miriam Neff and Valerie Neff Hogan, JD.  Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the Kings, Gondor declined into a Middle Age of fading knowledge and simpler skills. Alan and Shawn find that surprisingly familiar. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as we begin our two-episode look at the final chapter of Unfinished Tales on The Palantíri. The Stewards know better than to use the Stones — for awhile, Saruman takes the concept of free agency a bit too far, and Tolkien lets us think through the problem with Gandalf. We lament the absence of Jack Black, agree that Calenardhon's name change is nobody's business but the Rohirrim, and come up with a most-disturbing Lionel Richie adaptation. Also, Carnac the Magnificent. For more on the Middle-earth Online Art Exhibition that Katie spoke about in the intro, please visit: https://sites.google.com/breecrossroadsartexhibitionevent.com/home/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our series on Mark.Have you ever found yourself secretly playing the comparison game, chasing after a better job title, or trying to prove your worth by who you know?We live in a world that is obsessed with status, titles, and trying to rank higher than the person next to us. It's an endless cycle, and it's exhausting.But Jesus reveals the discontinuity between what we think we want from God and what He actually offers us. He challenges us to look past our cultural definitions of success and embrace his upside-down kingdom—where true significance isn't earned, but is already secured by a Savior who came to serve.If you need a reminder today of a love that requires no performance, this message is for you.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on July 19, 2026, at 9:00am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome01:00 Message: The Comparison Game, Status, and Jesus' Upside-Down Kingdom07:58 Mark Overview and Big Question15:07 Spiritual Blindness19:41 Disciples Miss the Point22:19 Chasing Status, Titles, and People30:53 Greatness Through Serving36:14 Reflection and Prayer

Hour 3 of the Bob Rose Show, on the renewed patriotism and belief in the mission of Trump's Administration. Blowing through military recruitment goals, young American's are signing up to enthusiastically face the growing threats ahead. Plus, all of Thursday morning's biggest news stories for 7-16-26.

Send us Fan MailJoin Garrett Baxley, Matthew Christensen, and Evan Hill as they discuss this important ministry to the young adults of the Hill Country. Please pray for this ministry and encourage people you know in the 18-30 age range to reach out and get involved.

Worship Director Justin Jackson continues our series on Mark.In chapter 9, Peter's standing on a mountain, watching Jesus' face turn to light, and two men who'd been dead for centuries talk to him like it's nothing. And his response is to suggest they build some tents to try and keep the moment going a little longer.It's such a human reaction. We reach for control, for a bigger role, and try to fill the silence instead of sitting in it.Then a voice comes out of the cloud with a command. And what it means for Peter, and for us, is worth hearing all the way through.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on July 12, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(01:00) Message: The Master Grants a Mountaintop Before the Dark Valley(08:08) Scripture Reading: Mark 9:2-9, The Transfiguration(09:01) The Transfiguration and Why Jesus Wants Faith, Not Sight(17:48) Peter's Mistake: Wanting a Greater Role(23:08) Peter's Other Mistake: Trying to Control What He Can't(29:02) The Kingdom's Paradox: Servants Who Will Reign(30:26) Living on the Mountain, Walking Through the Valley(32:32) The Practice of Listening Prayer

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that God entrusts opportunities according to our level of maturity and expects faithful stewardship, progress, and accountability with what He has given us. Through the Parable of the Talents, he challenges believers to reject fear and laziness, faithfully develop their God-given gifts, and pursue continual growth that honors the Master.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that God entrusts opportunities according to our level of maturity and expects faithful stewardship, progress, and accountability with what He has given us. Through the Parable of the Talents, he challenges believers to reject fear and laziness, faithfully develop their God-given gifts, and pursue continual growth that honors the Master.

Central Christian Church is a non-denominational church in Wichita, KS. We are happy to share the teaching of our pastors and friends with you through this podcast. If you have any questions or want to know more about us, visit https://www.ccc.org/ Sermon Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49634631 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Stewards of Freedom

TERRA Members Now Part of ITAD Association, Podcast, “For our membership that we have really been blessed with over the last seven years since we started this endeavor, we found them a good home,” Napoli said TERRA founder Stephen Napoli says the move gives members “a good home” while bringing two important communities together in the electronics reuse, recycling and ITAD ecosystem. In a special ASCDI podcast, Doug Green spoke with Stephen Napoli, president and founder of TERRA, about a milestone moment for the ITAD community: TERRA's members are now becoming part of ASCDI — The ITAD Association. The move brings approximately 80 TERRA companies into ASCDI, joining two communities that have long worked in the same orbit: ITAD, electronics reuse, e-scrap, certified recycling and the circular economy. Napoli said TERRA will cease operations, but its members will move into ASCDI with continuity, visibility and a larger industry platform. “For our membership that we have really been blessed with over the last seven years since we started this endeavor, we found them a good home,” Napoli said. Napoli founded TERRA to give certified electronics recycling and ITAD companies a stronger voice. The organization helped promote the value of certification, especially around standards such as R2 and e-Stewards, and worked to help customers understand why responsible reuse and recycling matter. As Napoli explained, certified ITAD and recycling companies do more than process used equipment. They protect data, support reuse, keep electronics out of landfills, advance the circular economy and help make sure equipment is handled in ways that protect both people and the environment. Asked why ASCDI — The ITAD Association was the right next home for TERRA members, Napoli pointed to ASCDI's long-standing reputation, advocacy and history in the technology reuse market. “They've been in this space for a long time and they have a very good reputation,” Napoli said. “They do a very good job of advocating for people that are in this space, which is what we've been doing. So it really was a natural fit.” Napoli described the transition as bittersweet. TERRA began as an idea seven years ago and grew into a community of certified and allied companies across the electronics recycling and ITAD landscape. Now, he said, that work can continue through a larger association. “I'm forever grateful,” Napoli said. “And really happy that it's just not coming to an end, that I'm able to pass it along to the benefit of them and to another organization in the space to make this industry stronger.” The conversation also reflected the personal side of the ITAD community. Napoli said that while companies in the space may compete, there is also a family quality to the industry, with many people sharing a common commitment to reuse, responsible recycling and doing the right thing with technology at the end of its first life. “I found a gem,” Napoli said, reflecting on his entry into the industry. “It has been the joy of my career to be part of it.” Visit ASCDI — The ITAD Association to learn more.

Associate Pastor Ron King continues our series on Mark.What do you do when you realize your plans and God's plans aren't the same thing? Because that's exactly where Peter lands in Mark 8. He finally gets it right by calling Jesus the Messiah. And then Jesus tells him what that actually means: suffering, rejection, and death. Peter can't handle it, so he pulls Jesus aside and basically tells God he's wrong.Jesus doesn't let that slide. "Get behind me, Satan," he says. Because sometimes the biggest obstacle to following Jesus isn't unbelief — it's holding onto our own good plans a little too tight.Here's what it actually costs to follow Jesus, and why letting go of your version of the plan is the best trade you'll ever make.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on July 5, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(1:05) Message: What Do I Do When My Plans Aren't God's Plans?(2:53) America First, Jesus First, and Entering Mark 8(4:55) When Your Plans and God's Plans Aren't the Same(8:09) Reading Mark 8:27-38(11:04) Peter's Confession and Jesus' Sharp Rebuke(22:15) Denying Yourself: Discipleship Isn't About You(32:08) Bonhoeffer's Costly Grace(44:57) Journal Questions to Close

In this message, Pastor Rife shares that in both our personal homes and the house of God we need faithful stewards. - RIFE STEWART - Sunday, July 5, 2026

In this message, Pastor Rife shares that in both our personal homes and the house of God we need faithful stewards. - RIFE STEWART - Sunday, July 5, 2026

Stewards of Freedom

God owns everything, we manage it for His purposes, and generosity trains our hearts.

Send us a text! We love hearing from listeners. If you'd like a response, please include your email. 250 years ago, America was an idea. Today, it's millions of stories! This week, we go back to a few of them we've covered on the Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery podcast, beginning with Kurt Deion, who spent his childhood visiting presidential graves and now cares for the stories of thousands of Americans at Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC. We travel through the Wild West with "Bulldogging" Bill Pickett, one of our country's most famous black cowboys. Of course, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania plays a pivotal role in the American story, and so we revisit our conversation with Nancy Goldenberg and Sarah Hamill, Stewards of Laurel Hill Cemetery. You'll also hear some of Major Pauline Cushman's story, told by MJ Henion, as a spy for the Union during the American Civil War, and we cover the death of a Revolutionary War soldier buried at Whitehall Burial Ground in Mystic, Connecticut, whose death was brought about by the traitorous Benedict Arnold!We wish you all a very safe and happy 4th of July! Happy birthday, America!Need an Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery Podcast tee, hoodie or mug? Find all our taphophile-fun much here: https://oecemetery.etsy.comFamily Tales: A free printable is now available! Gather 'round the table and dig into your roots! This interactive family history game is perfect for holidays, reunions, or just because. Ask, listen, and laugh your way through generations of stories and secrets. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UT_R56qEwNTIxIBrTy8KFyVmGnFOe7g8/view?usp=sharingLinks to the full episodes mentioned in this episode: Episode 191 - An Independence Day Chat with Presidential Grave Hunter Kurt Deion https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-191-an-independence-day-chat-with-presidential-grave-hunter-kurt-deion/Episode 162 - Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: A Conversation with Laurel Hill's Stewards https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-162-laurel-hill-cemetery-in-philadelphia-pennsylvania-a-conversation-with-laurel-hills/Episode 49 - Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord, Massachusetts https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-49-sleepy-hollow-cemetery-in/Episode 72 - “Bulldogging” Bill Pickett: Cowboy, Wild West  Show Performer and Movie Star https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-72-bulldogging-bill-pickett-cowboy-wild-west-show-performer-movie-star/Episode 204 - From Stage to Spy: The Story of Major Pauline Cushman https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-204-from-stage-to-spy-the-story-of-major-pauline-cushman/Episode 119 - Whtehall Cemetery (Burial Ground) in Mystic, Connecticut https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com/episode-119-whitehall-cemetery-burial-ground-in-mystic-connecticut/Support the show

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Worship Director Justin Jackson continues our series on Mark.There's something uncomfortably familiar about the Pharisees. It's not the robes or the rituals, but their impulse to believe that if I just follow the right rules and look like I'm doing it right, then maybe I don't have to actually change anything on the inside.Jesus calls this out directly in Mark 7. He's sitting down to a meal with his disciples when the religious leaders confront him — and his response is a harsh quote: This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me.That's not just an ancient critique. We do this too! We make our own rules, impose them on others, and call it righteousness.But the whole point of the law was never to be a ladder we climb. It was a mirror showing us we need help. And what Jesus offers on the other side of that realization isn't more rules. It's a new heart and actual freedom.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on June 28, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(1:15) Message: Lips vs. Heart — Why We Replace God's Commands with Our Own(3:56) What "Spraying Beta" Has to Do with the Pharisees(8:49) Scripture Reading — Mark 7:1–8(9:51) Why the Pharisees' Ritual Washing Was Never About Hygiene(11:28) The Law Was a Mirror, Not a Ladder(15:01) How the Religious Leaders Turned Loopholes into Power(19:25) Three Reasons We All Replace God's Law with Our Own(28:56) What Jesus Offers Instead — A New Heart and Real Freedom(31:02) Three Self-Examination Questions and Communion

1 Timothy 3:14-16 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the church as God's household and the mission of God's household to uphold the truth.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=25954The 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/ 

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To celebrate Juneteenth we tell the story of plant biologist Beronda Montgomery. When she sat down to write what became a personal memoir mixed with a botanical history of African Americans, she found her research as a PhD lab scientist had brought her squarely into the world of social science as well. From her studies of how plants respond to light during photosynthesis, she started shining a light on the history of extensive plant cultivation by African Americans, including those who endured forced labor. She joins us to discuss her book When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, Historyand America's Black Botanical Legacy.   Also, George Washington Carver was born into slavery but went on to become a famous agronomist and helped poor people in the South improve their lives and soils by planting peanuts and other legumes. This week, he comes back from the past in the form of actor and playwright Paxton Williams, who joins us as “George Washington Carver” to talk about the future of modern-day agriculture and intersections between racial dynamics and agricultural development. --   Music licensed from Blue Dot Sessions: sessions.blue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices