Podcasts about Strength

In the first of a two-part series, we discuss in more detail our book, “Jordan's Rich Journey: A Path of Purpose, Strength and Hope with Parkinson's.”  I welcome the author of the book Dr. John A. DiCicco along with Cathi Thomas, MS, RN, CNRN Program Director at the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the Boston University Medical Campus.   We will be promoting the annual Optimism Walk sponsored by the American Parkinson Disease Association and highlighting the importance of hope and optimism for those dealing with PD  and other chronic diseases.

03-08-2026 Chapel Service, Grounded Strength - Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson

"The more success you create in the world, the more shadows you must be willing to face within yourself." What if the real mastery in life isn't about controlling the world… but learning to master yourself? In this powerful episode of SoulTalk, Kute Blackson sits down with Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi, founder of Shaolin Temple Europe and author of Shaolin Spirit: The Way of Self-Mastery, for a profound conversation about the mind, fear, identity, and the deeper purpose of life. Drawing from ancient Shaolin wisdom, Master Shi Heng Yi reveals why many of our fears are simply projections of the mind and how true freedom begins when we stop grasping onto our thoughts. He also speaks with rare honesty about the hidden price of success, the role of discipline in personal transformation, and why inner peace and love for life matter more than anything we achieve in the external world. This episode is a powerful invitation to step back, question the roles you play, and rediscover the deeper truth of who you really are.   TIMESTAMPS (00:03:00) The Unexpected Path: How a Childhood Decision Led to the Shaolin Way (00:08:30) The Question That Changes Everything: Who Are You Beyond Your Roles? (00:13:00) Fear and the Mind – Why Most of What We Fear Is Only a Projection (00:18:30) The Real Problem Isn't the Thought… It's Holding On to It (00:25:00) Facing Fear Instead of Avoiding It: A Powerful Shift in Perspective (00:32:30) The Hidden Price of Success: "The More Light You Shine, the More Shadows You Cast" (00:41:00) Discipline, Emotional Control, and the Strength to Hold Inner Pressure (00:46:30) Is Life Just a Movie? A Radical Perspective on Suffering and Identity (00:55:00) Letting Go Without Losing Everything: The Secret of Non-Attachment (00:59:30) What Truly Matters in Life: Peace of Mind, Family, and Inner Freedom   In This Episode You'll Learn • Why mastering your mind is the foundation of true freedom. • How to stop feeding fearful thoughts and regain control of your inner world. • The difference between the roles you play in life and who you truly are. • A powerful Shaolin perspective on discipline, pressure, and emotional control. • Why success and achievement often come with hidden inner costs. • How letting go of attachment can bring more peace, clarity, and gratitude into your life.   Some Questions I ask • How do we deal with fear in a world full of uncertainty? • If we can't control our thoughts, how do we stop being controlled by them? • What is the hidden price of success and discipline? • How can we build inner strength without suppressing our emotions? • Why do some spiritual traditions say life is like a movie? • Who are we beyond the roles and identities we've built?   Get in Touch: Create a life that is a masterpiece. Join the transformational journey: www.boundlessblissbali.com Email: kuteblackson@kuteblackson.com Website: www.kuteblackson.com  Get your free gift on: www.eightlevelsofgratitude.com  Master Shi Heng Yi official website https://www.shihengyi.online/   

Maybe something just fell apart. A job. A relationship. A plan you thought was stable. When life shifts suddenly it is easy to believe everything is happening to you.In this conversation Rick talks about the idea that life might actually be happening for you instead. He shares the moment he was laid off when his twins were born and how that disruption eventually led to building the company that changed his life. The truth is that strength is not a feeling. Strength is a decision followed by action.When everything feels uncertain the goal is not to solve the next five years. The goal is to take the next step you can see.What Rick explores in this episode:Why hard seasons often hide the opportunity you cannot see yetThe difference between feeling strong and choosing to actHow setbacks like job loss or divorce can redirect your lifeWhy the only step that matters is the next one in front of youHow small action rebuilds confidence faster than waiting for clarityKeywords: resilience mindset, overcoming setbacks, job loss motivation, life transition advice, personal strength, take the next step, growth through adversity, mindset shift, life happens for you, rebuild after failure, career pivot motivation, personal development podcast, resilience leadership, confidence after failure, emotional strength, overcoming uncertainty, growth mindset, bounce back mindset, turning setbacks into opportunity, leadership resilience

Parenting is a long-haul job. A job we don't get days off from and we cannot quit. We all need constant emotional, mental, and spiritual fuel to keep on keeping on in raising our kids.Listen to Romans 5:2-5 …Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God's glory. We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. (NLT) Confidence. Joy. Help for problems and trials. Endurance. Character. Strength. Hope that does not disappoint. Our hearts filled with love. Who else could possibly offer that kind of guarantee but God?Listen to verses 3-5 in The Message …There's more to come: We continue to shout our praise even when we're hemmed in with troubles, because we know how troubles can develop passionate patience in us, and how that patience in turn forges the tempered steel of virtue, keeping us alert for whatever God will do next. In alert expectancy such as this, we're never left feeling shortchanged. Quite the contrary—we can't round up enough containers to hold everything God generously pours into our lives through the Holy Spirit!Do you believe your current troubles can develop passionate patience in you? Something we all desperately need as parents in today's culture, right?The next time you feel hemmed in by trouble, know that you aren't being short-changed, but God will provide a way out and, then on the other side, you can experience the “tempered steel of virtue.”Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, when trouble comes, especially with my kids, help me to look for You in the midst of the mess. Teach me to anticipate what You are going to do on the other side. As above, so below.”

Episode Highlights With JessicaWhat the gender health gap is and how this negatively impacts women The reason women weren't included.. It wasn't necessarily malicious, just assumed that the physiology was the same and just adjust based on height and weightWomen and men's physiology is very different and this impacts a lot in medicine and fitnessHow hormones come into play in fitnessWhy functional training is especially important for women and how to strength train in functional ways The importance of the time between age 40-60 that impacts things later in lifeHormones are chemical messengers and how to understand female hormones to train differently Her personal and clinical 80/20 that she suggests for biggest impact for womenResources MentionedDr. Jessica's websitePvolve workouts - Use code wellnessmama for 15% off (limited time)HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.

Avery Woods sits down with fitness entrepreneur Amanda Kloots for a conversation that starts with a Carolyn Bessette Kennedy style spiral and turns into a real look at reinvention, motherhood, and resilience. Amanda shares what it was like being thrust into the public eye during the pandemic, navigating grief while raising Elvis, and learning to keep moving forward one day at a time. She also talks about how movement became her lifeline, why fitness shifted from aesthetics to mental health, and the moment she realized she had to rebuild her life from scratch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

❖ Today's Bible reading is Psalm 71: www.ESV.org/Psalm71 ❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/ ❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with his longtime friend and fellow Spartan, Dr. Lorenzo Guess—Assistant AD, Director of Athletic Performance at Michigan State, and Director of Strength & Conditioning for men's basketball. From being a two-sport athlete at Michigan State to helping lead championship-level programs as a coach, Dr. Guess shares the fire that has driven him to keep growing, keep serving, and keep showing up at the highest level. Raised in a single-parent home, his burn was built from a desire to create a better life, honor his family, and do things no one around him had done before. That same drive carried him through adversity, including rewriting his dissertation during COVID and earning his doctorate because his daughter challenged him to finish what he started.Ben and Dr. Guess dive into what it means to coach beyond the game—developing not just better athletes, but stronger, more disciplined young men who are ready for life after college. They talk about the culture of Michigan State basketball, the standards set by Tom Izzo, and why talent alone is never enough. Dr. Guess explains how true development comes from accountability, detail, consistency, and refusing to let anything slip through the cracks—even with the most gifted players. This conversation is about legacy, family, discipline, and the responsibility to become an example for those watching. If you want to understand what it looks like to lead with energy, serve with purpose, and stay committed to growth long after success arrives, this episode is for YOU.************************************Connect with Dr. Lorenzo Guess: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lorenzo-guess-mba-mscc-cscs-ab61a016/Book: https://a.co/d/0gyuyKqY************************************Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kqsszfeZ9FEListen on all platforms: https://www.theburnpodcast.com************************************Learn about upcoming events and coaching: https://www.workwithbnc.comGet Ben's latest book The STANDARD:  https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1stWork directly with Ben: https://www.bennewmancoaching.comConnect with Ben Newman:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFightLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693Qlogix: www.Q-logix.com/benhttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet's work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Reserve Your Spot for the Free Coaching + App Preview CallSign Up for the Call Join the Christian Weight Loss App WaitlistJoin the Waitlist How to Get Out of a Funk If you're a Christian woman trying to lose weight, stop overeating, and build healthier habits, you've probably had days where you feel stuck or in a funk. Sluggish. Frumpy. Frustrated with yourself. Sometimes that feeling comes after we've been consuming more than we're creating — scrolling, snacking, watching, thinking about what we should do but not actually moving forward. In this episode of the Christian Weight Loss Podcast, we talk about a simple shift that can help you get out of a funk and regain momentum in your life and your health. You'll learn the difference between consuming and creating, how God designed us for both rhythms, and why small acts of creation can help you return to the habits you want to live. We also connect this concept to overeating and weight loss, showing how you can return to your plan without punishment, shame, or starting over. What You'll Learn in This Episode • Why feeling stuck often comes from too much consuming and too little creating • The difference between consuming and creating in everyday life • How small acts of creation help you regain momentum • Why punishment is not the answer after overeating • A simple question to ask when you feel stuck or in a funk Scripture Mentioned Genesis 2:15“The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.” Numbers 28God establishes daily offerings in the morning and evening, creating rhythms that bring His people back to Him. Free Coaching + App Preview Call This week we're doing something a little different. Join me for an Open Coaching + Christian Weight Loss App Preview Call where you can: • ask questions about your weight loss journey• get live coaching• see what's inside the new Christian Weight Loss App Reserve your spot here:Sign Up for the Free Coaching Call If you can't attend live, sign up anyway and I'll send the replay. Christian Weight Loss App Launch The Christian Weight Loss App officially opens March 13th. Inside the app you'll find: • The Stop Overeating program• Strength training workouts• Nutrition guidance• Weekly coaching calls• Private community support Our first kickoff coaching call inside the app is March 19th. Join the waitlist here:Join the App Waitlist Keywords Christian weight loss, stop overeating, emotional eating, faith based weight loss, Christian health podcast, stop overeating coaching, Christian wellness, food freedom, weight loss mindset, sustainable weight loss

Today I am on a rant about people who are constantly late. 

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260309dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.” John 4:10 If You Knew Knowledge is power. When you know a problem, you can address it. When you have the background of a situation, you are better equipped to assess it and react appropriately. Proper education and training are essential for achieving objectives and goals within a given field. One day, Jesus was talking to a woman in a village he was passing through. She had not met him before. Both his ethnicity and his gender as a Jewish man would have made a public conversation between the two of them culturally inappropriate at that time. But Jesus was willing to work past those cultural norms. He began the conversation by asking her for a drink of water. When she responded with surprise and suspicion, what he said got her attention even more: “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.” “If you knew…” But she didn’t. To her, Jesus was just a bold Jewish rabbi. But he was so much more. He was the Son of God who gave physical water its qualities that are so important for life. He was the Messiah, who came from God to quench the needs of thirsty souls with his grace, mercy, and forgiving love. He was the only one who could solve her deepest need and ours. Jesus wants us to know him, too. When we know who he is, we eagerly come to him with every need of our thirsty souls, knowing that he will meet each one. He already has. By taking our sins on himself, he set us free from guilt. By giving his life for us, he rescued us from death. By rising from the dead, he gave us eternal life with him. No need is too great for him. In the Bible, Jesus invites you to get to know him better. Then, knowing how he loves to bless you, turn to him in every time of need. Prayer: Dear Jesus, lead me to your Word to know you better and, knowing you, to come to you for every blessing. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Welcome to the message, "Strong Sharing" in our "Strength in Action" message series! In this message, pastor Clint discusses the importance of spreading the gospel and doing good, especially considering the state of the world.Click the link below to watch the message on YouTube:https://youtu.be/36sm5GnEOTc

Series: RUTH | UNSEEN STRENGTH by Madz Deyzel

Trump deals himself a fatal blow on the last strengths he has left in his presidency. Brian interviews Senator Bernie Sanders, Congressmen Robert Garcia and Dan Goldman, and Democratic strategist Tom Bonier.Shop merch: https://briantylercohen.com/shopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/briantylercohenTwitter: https://twitter.com/briantylercohenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/briantylercohenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/briantylercohenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/briantylercohenNewsletter: https://www.briantylercohen.com/sign-upWritten by Brian Tyler CohenProduced by Sam GraberRecorded in Los Angeles, CASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Check out Marek Health at https://marekhealth.com/syatt and get 10% OFF your first order using code: SYATTIn this episode of The Jordan Syatt Podcast, I shoot the breeze and answer questions from listeners with my podcast producer, Tony, and we discuss:- What I really think about influencers selling GLP-1's- Rapid Fat Loss 101- Strength training while losing weight- Organic Food Myths- Other food labels like Wild Caught, Farm-Raised, Cage-Free, Free-Range, etc...- My pet monkey- An Inner Circle App update- Olive oil shots, cholesterol, and calories- Tony's trip to Panama- And more...Do you have any questions you want us to discuss on the podcast? Give Tony a follow and shoot him a DM on Instagram - @tone_reverie - https://www.instagram.com/tone_reverie/I hope you enjoy this episode and, if you do, please leave a review on iTunes (huge thank you to everyone who has written one so far).Finally, if you've been thinking about joining The Inner Circle but haven't yet... we have hundreds of home and bodyweight workouts for you and you can get them all: https://www.sfinnercircle.com/

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lita shares her story of finally feeling seen — how that feeling can become the doorway to manipulation — and the moment she realized the truth that allowed her to finally leave. Lita grew up navigating neglect, parentification, and a lifetime of learning to handle things on her own. When she met a man who recognized her strength and mirrored her self-reflection, it felt like she had finally found someone who understood her. But the connection quickly turned into something else. What began with validation and shared trauma slowly shifted into silent treatments, psychological manipulation, financial control, and escalating violence. Along the way, trauma, PTSD, and mental health became explanations used to avoid accountability — keeping Lita trapped in a cycle where every incident seemed to have a reason. It's a story of manipulation, weaponized incompetence, parentification, neglect, suicidal ideation, suicide threats, physical abuse, animal abuse, validation, shared trauma, silent treatments, financial control, rage, brandishing weapons, advocating for yourself, infidelity, mirroring, accountability avoidance, autonomy, trust, shame, guilt, fear, obligation, trauma bonds, put downs, terror, control, isolation, gaslighting, kernels of truth, and identity. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation, suicide threats, graphic descriptions of physical abuse, and graphic descriptions of animal abuse.  Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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God raised Samson with a clear calling and incredible strength, yet his story shows how a person can be outwardly gifted but inwardly drifting from God. Instead of following the Lord's direction, Samson repeatedly pursued what was right in his own eyes, allowing small compromises to pull him further from obedience. His life warns us that spiritual strength doesn't come from our abilities, but from faithfully walking in God's ways.

In this episode, Pastor Tommy delivers a high-impact message declaring that "enough is enough," calling believers to activate their faith for divine health and a spiritual awakening across the globe, specifically within the historic borders of Persia and Israel (Psalm 122:6). He reminds the church that as we approach the prophetic return of Christ and the millennial reign of perfect health, every "bold Bible believer" is commissioned to have a ministry of healing, shifting from "talking sickness" to boldly "talking health" (Proverbs 12:18, Mark 11:23). Through a revelation of being a new creature who is redeemed from the curse (2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 3:13), Pastor Tommy encourages listeners to use their faith to trigger miracles, just as Jesus healed all who were oppressed (Acts 10:38, Matthew 9:35). This message focuses on a core foundation of scriptures to anchor your health: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Proverbs 4:20-22, Psalm 107:20, Jeremiah 30:17, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 8:17, 1 Peter 2:24, Galatians 3:13, 3 John 2, Joel 3:10, Psalm 91:16, Exodus 15:26, Exodus 23:25-26, and Mark 16:15-18.

William Taylor - James teaches us that God gives grace to the humble who submit to him. If humbling ourselves before God is the gateway to receiving his grace, pride is the opposite. James identifies key indicators of proud resistance to God's grace. It is humbling stuff.

William Taylor - James teaches us that God gives grace to the humble who submit to him. If humbling ourselves before God is the gateway to receiving his grace, pride is the opposite. James identifies key indicators of proud resistance to God's grace. It is humbling stuff.

Our phones are remarkable instruments we can use to save time. But let's not forget that people are more important than technology. 

Romans 16:21-27 Aaron Menikoff March 8, 2026

Pastor Rodney taught that following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey—God designed His people to live and serve in shared strength, where burdens, responsibilities, and spiritual empowerment are carried together in community. Just as God gave Moses leaders to share the weight and the Spirit to multiply the impact, believers today are called to step up for one another, knowing that Jesus ultimately shares our burdens and empowers us through His Spirit. Listen and be challenged. Support the show

Strength In Weakness: A series through 1 & 2 Samuel 2 Samuel 19:8-43

This week we jumped into Romans 3 in our series, “A New Humanity.”Paul, in chapter 3, gives us what some Bible scholars call the most important sentence in the Bible. It is the foundation of The Gospel, as it shows us where it all starts. Paul will encourage us to first “Look” at the human condition, to see how broken we really are on our own strength. He does this to help us “Lean” on, not our works, but Jesus' works. Do you ever lean or rely on the wrong thing? Sometimes in life we fall, get lost, or become confused or distraught. But often this happens simply because we chose to rely on the wrong source of strength in the first place. Strength is only as good as its source, and when we choose to rely on the wrong things in life, for life, we fall. Paul encourages us to look for a more reliable source for strength in our life, and thereby shows us how to lean on the Lord in a new way and powerful way. We unpacked this in this week's message called, “Look and Lean.”Join us for service online or in person every Sunday at 8am, 9:30am, 11am, & 12:30pm (PST).Connect to Captivate! - https://shorturl.at/nKxQuDownload the Captivate App to Stay Connected! - https://shorturl.at/5PfXPIf you want to share how God is moving in your life through this ministry, please let us know at info@captivatesd.com!Decided To Follow Jesus? Sign up to receive a copy of our “I Have Decided” booklets - https://shorturl.at/93CHSGet plugged in!Next Steps - captivatesd.com/next-stepsVisit - captivatesd.com/visitCommunities - captivatesd.com/communitiesIf you would like to support Captivate financially you can give online through our website by clicking here captivatesd.com/giving Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://captivatesd.churchcenter.com/people/forms/597023For more information about Captivate Church, visit captivatesd.com or follow us on our social media platforms below.Instagram - Instagram.com/captivatechurchsdFacebook - facebook.com/captivatesdWatch More Messages: youtube.com/@CaptivateChurch/videos

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260308dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 True, Lasting Peace Amidst the struggles and hassles of our lives, there is a longing for true, lasting peace. If only there could be the peace that existed in the Garden of Eden. Our first parents lived in perfect harmony with God. They were his friends. And out of that peaceful relationship flowed a warm relationship with one another. The tragedy of sin was that it shattered both the peace between God and people and the peace among people. Quickly after the fall into sin, we see the rise of doubts and fears and hostility, which people directed both toward God and toward one another. True, lasting peace was lost. It's not hard to point to examples in our lives that demonstrate the truth of this: the envy in our hearts, the lust of our eyes, and the hurt that we cause by wayward words and selfish actions. For all these sins and the many more we do, we truly deserve God's eternal wrath and the pronouncement of his condemnation. Yet the remarkable thing is that God loves us, and he demonstrated his one-of-a-kind love by reestablishing peace between himself and his sinful, rebellious world of people. Listen to the words again: “While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Every teaching of Scripture rests upon this truth. Though all people are undeserving sinners, Christ sacrificed himself in their place to win peace between God and us. Peace was reestablished through the death of Jesus Christ for “the punishment that brought us peace was upon him” (Isaiah 53:5). God’s righteous wrath against sin was directed at Jesus, and he paid the deadly price for sin with his own precious blood and his innocent sufferings and death. Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27). Prayer: O Jesus, by humbling yourself and dying for me, you rescued sinners from the condemnation I deserved. Comfort me with the true, lasting peace which comes from knowing and believing that you are my precious Savior. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Corinthians#4 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, 2:1-5 In this message we are reminded of a powerful kingdom truth: God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called. Paul turned human weakness into a platform for God’s power, preaching not with eloquence but with the Spirit’s strength. What the world sees as foolish or weak, God uses to display His glory

Is whey protein really superior to plant-based protein powders for building muscle? It's a claim that still pops up constantly in fitness spaces: that whey protein is the “gold standard” for muscle growth, while plant proteins are somehow inferior. In this mini solo episode, I break down the science behind this belief and explain why the research does not support the idea that whey protein is better than plant-based protein powders for building muscle. This episode was inspired by a recent conversation in a WhatsApp group where someone suggested that whey protein is “better” because of faster absorption, superior amino acid profile, and greater effectiveness for muscle gain. But when we actually look at the evidence, studies comparing plant proteins like soy and pea protein to whey show no meaningful difference in muscle mass or strength gains when combined with resistance training. For athletes, gym-goers, and anyone trying to increase protein intake, plant proteins are a perfectly effective alternative without using animal products, and the environmental concerns associated with dairy. References: 1. No Difference Between the Effects of Supplementing With Soy Protein Versus Animal Protein on Gains in Muscle Mass and Strength in Response to Resistance Exercise. 2. Pea proteins oral supplementation promotes muscle thickness gains during resistance training: a double-blind randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial vs whey protein. 3. Protein and Amino Acid Requirements in Human Nutrition. 4. Acne and whey protein supplementation among bodybuilders. 5. The Effect of Whey Protein Supplements on Acne Vulgaris among Male Adolescents and Young Adults. 6. Milk consumption: aggravating factor of acne and promoter of chronic diseases of Western societies. ____________________________________________________________________

As we live our Christian life, we will come up against adversity and evil that can derail us, but we don't have to fear those times because God is our refuge and strength.

Many women in midlife are told to “just live with it” when faced with pain, fatigue, or physical limitations—but what if there's a better way?In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Fawad Mian, a neurologist and regenerative medicine specialist who helps high-performing women over 50 move from chronic pain to lasting strength and freedom.Together, they explore how regenerative therapies and holistic recovery can restore mobility, vitality, and confidence—without relying on prescriptions or invasive procedures. Dr. Mian shares why pain often persists after traditional treatment, how the body can truly heal, and what it means for women to reclaim their energy and leadership at any age.This empowering conversation offers real answers, evidence-based hope, and a new vision for aging well—strong, capable, and fully alive.Learn more at https://www.advocareneurowellnessmd.com/BUY GETTING TO PAIN FREE: How To Make Your Body Stop Hurting So You Can Start Living Again Without Drugs Or Surgery! on Amazon and support The Aging Well Podcast at https://amzn.to/4qgbjEnPlease, support The Aging Well Podcast by hitting the ‘like' button, subscribing/following the podcast, sharing with a friend, and….Tip Jar! All donations support this podcast to keep it going. https://paypal.me/theagingwellpodcastBUY the products you need to… age well from our trusted affiliates and support the mission of The Aging Well Podcast*.The Aging Well Podcast merchandise | Show how you are aging well | Use the promo code AGING WELL for free shipping on orders over $75 | https://theagingwellpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/AGINGWELLAuro Wellness | Glutaryl—Antioxidant spray that delivers high doses of glutathione (“Master Antioxidant”) | 10% off Code: AGINGWELL at https://aurowellness.com/agingwellpodcastBerkeley Life | Optimize nitric oxide levels | Purchase your starter kit at a 15% discount | Use the promo code: AGINGWELL15 | https://berkeleylife.pxf.io/c/6475525/3226696/31118Oxford Healthspan | Primeadine®, a plant-derived spermidine supplement | 10% off code: AGINGWELL | https://oxford-healthspan.myshopify.com/AgingWellJigsaw Health | Trusted supplements. “It's fun to feel good.” | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL for 10% off: https://www.jigsawhealth.com/?rfsn=8710089.1dddcf3&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8710089.1dddcf3KneeMo | A smart device programmed to reduce your knee pain and keep you moving. | Click the following link and use the discount code AGINGWELL15 for 15% off: https://thekneemo.com/ref/agingwellProlon | The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a revolutionary five-day nutrition program scientifically formulated to mimic the effects of a prolonged water fast while still allowing nourishment - supporting the benefits of fasting without the challenges and risks that come from water-only fasts. | For the best available discount always use this link: https://prolonlife.com/theagingwellpodcastThrive25—Your personal longevity advisor | https://www.thrive25.com/early-access?via=william-jeffreyFusionary Formulas | Combining Ayurvedic wisdom with Western science for optimal health support. | 15% off Code: AGINGWELL | https://fusionaryformulas.com?sca_ref=9678325.IHg5xYhdOzzke8ZrDr Lewis Nutrition | Fight neurodegeneration and cognitive decline with Daily Brain Care by Dr Lewis Nutrition—a proven daily formula designed to protect and restore brain function. | 10% off code: AGINGWELL or use the link: https://drlewisnutrition.com/AGINGWELL*We receive commission on these purchases. Thank you.

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We're dealing with ever-increasing levels of anxiety, dissatisfaction, and despair. Are you feeling weary? John Eldredge shares from his book, "Experience Jesus. Really: Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder through Everyday Encounters with God."  Get the workbook here Listen to Sunvera Scott's "Rest Now" here Follow him on Instagram here Originally aired March 3, 2026 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

February 28, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Edsel Burdge to discuss the early Anabaptists' understanding of separation.This message explores the roots of early Anabaptism, the 500th anniversary of believer's baptism in Zurich (1525), and the Schleitheim Articles of 1527. Learn how Michael Sattler and the Swiss Brethren emphasized separation from the world, non-resistance, discipleship, and living as a distinct people under Christ's kingdom.Join us to discover:- Why the term “Anabaptist” was a nickname and why many rejected it- The story of the first believer's baptism in Zurich in 1525- How the Schleitheim Confession (Seven Articles) shaped Swiss Brethren life- Michael Sattler's powerful defense of faith and separation- The Biblical call from 2 Corinthians 6 to “come out and be separate”This teaching challenges modern Christians to reconsider what it means to be truly set apart from the world while faithfully following Jesus.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.https://strengthtostrength.org/sacred-roots-separation-a-swiss-brethren-article-of-faith/

Identity is louder than ever — yet steadiness feels rare.In Episode 157 of the Slay Podcast, Olympian and CEO Louise Hazel explores why the world needs strong women right now. This conversation moves beyond fitness into leadership, embodiment, emotional regulation, and the clean use of power.When identity lives in performance, it requires constant reinforcement. When it lives in the body, it shows up in behavior. Strength anchors values in action. It creates safety through consistency. It changes how power is expressed inside families, teams, relationships, and communities.This episode explores:• Performative identity vs. embodied identity• How strength creates emotional safety• The difference between power and strength• Why restraint is rare — and powerful• How strength training builds steadiness under pressure • Why strong women matter more than everStrength is not dominance. It is the ability to hold weight without creating chaos.If you're building physical strength, emotional resilience, or grounded leadership — this episode is for you.

SummaryIn this episode of the 3 Pillars podcast, host Chase Tobin explains how past wounds and trauma do not define us, and the importance of healing, discipline, and faith in breaking destructive cycles.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Healing and Identity04:56 The Process of Healing09:45 The Role of Discipline in Healing14:45 The Importance of Boundaries19:43 Creating a Legacy of Healing24:17 Strength in VulnerabilitySUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW PODCAST CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@3PillarsPodcast Key Topics-The distinction between wounds and identity-The role of faith and scripture in healing-Practical steps for breaking destructive cycles-The importance of boundaries and discipline-The power of forgiveness and self-reflectionGod bless you all. Jesus is King. “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬I appreciate all the comments, topic suggestions, and shares! Find the "3 Pillars Podcast" on all major platforms. For more information, visit the 3 Pillars Podcast website: https://3pillarspodcast.comDon't forget to check out the 3 Pillars Podcast on Goodpods and share your thoughts by leaving a rating and review: https://goodpods.app.link/3X02e8nmIub Please Support Veteran's For Child Rescue: https://vets4childrescue.org/ Join the conversation: #3pillarspodcast

Make no room for negative people in your sphere. Work on yourself to be a better version of you and the right people will find you. It starts with self-talk. 

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260307dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing.” Genesis 12:1-2 Making a Name for Yourself More than one has dreamed of it. Some have been lured by its promise. Others have cursed its lack of fulfillment. We call it many different things: “making it,” “success,” “winning.” Striving for it is as American as Mom and apple pie. It all comes down to making a name for yourself. People have gone about it in different ways, from getting an advanced degree to destroying personal relationships. “How much do you want it?” seems to be the strategy of success. Abram was already a success in the eyes of the world. He was married and wealthy. Then God changed everything. God promised Abram even more. God promised Abram a name so great that generations would remember it. Abram believed God’s promise, left his home, and went to a land he had never been to before. God makes a promise to you, too. His promise is that your name will be great—maybe not here on this earth, but certainly in the roles of heaven. God will make your name great, too. How much do you want it? Believe in Jesus. Abram did. That’s the way God marks success. Prayer: Savior, may your promises fill my heart with eager anticipation to see your glory forever in heaven. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Angus Ross is the Strength and Conditioning and Power Physiology Lead with High Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ), working with elite track & field athletes and multiple Olympic sports across lead coaching, s&c, and sport science. He is also a three-time Winter Olympian in bobsleigh and the full-time coach of New Zealand 60 m record holder Tiaan Whelpton.His PhD focused on sprint performance and tapering, complemented by many peer-reviewed publications on topics including eccentric strength training and acceleration biomechanics.In this episode, we dive into athlete profiling, training elastic vs muscular qualities, eccentric loading, and the art of individualising strength work for sprinters and jumpers.Topics / Timestamps:0:00 Angus' background (PhD, high performance sport, Olympic experience)3:05 Athlete profiling: vertical jump, drop jumps, optimal cadence & fiber type links5:50 Training strengths vs weaknesses — what actually moves the needle10:30 Case study: developing extreme power in sprinters16:00 Force expression vs elastic efficiency in acceleration26:30 Integrating S&C within a technical coaching framework29:00 Pairing speed & strength — when to combine or separate sessions34:00 Eccentric training: benefits, risks, and long-latency adaptations42:50 How to program eccentric work without compromising speed49:00 “How much strength is enough?” for elite sprinters57:00 Isometrics, sarcomeres in series & speed development1:05:20 Communication, trust & the evolving role of the coachAngus's Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Angus-RossSupport the show

Powered by ClearSky TrainingMartial arts build real skill.They build resilience.They build coordination.They build confidence.But here's the critical question:Is that confidence aligned with reality?In this episode, John Hallett breaks down how martial arts can unintentionally create false confidence when physical skill outpaces awareness, restraint, and legal understanding.The goal is not less confidence.The goal is accurate confidence.

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Blake Ruffino shares his thoughts on the new LSU offensive line. As bad of a unit as it was a season ago, could the new LSU offensive line take this team back to playoff relevance? Why the current pieces that they have and some of the very talented young talent, can this room be one of the better units in this SEC? Lastly, can Lane Kiffin and company get back to the culture of LSU football and have a dominating run game? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this podcast, Cressey Sports Performance - Florida hitting coach Ronnie Bernick discusses how often young players should train various aspects of skill development. This is a helpful podcast for not only players, but also coaches and parents looking to make efficient training decisions for the athletes they "manage."Support Our Sponsor: 1stPhorm

What if the missing piece in your nutrition and fitness results has nothing to do with the gym? Could the biggest barrier to body recomp and strength training progress actually be stress at home?Leadership consultant and Dad Nation Podcast host Mitchell Osmond brings a perspective most fitness podcasts rarely talk about. Chronic relationship stress and how it quietly sabotages nutrition and fitness progress. We explore how emotional tension at home can disrupt metabolism, hormone health, recovery, and muscle building even when your strength training, macros, and lifting weights routine look solid on paper.Mitchell breaks down why some men unknowingly use the gym as an escape instead of a growth tool and how that hidden stress environment can stall weight loss and body recomp. We also discuss sustainable habit building, why lowering the bar can actually help you build muscle long term, and the powerful “life report card” framework for aligning your health, family, and purpose.If your lifting routine feels dialed in but your results are stuck, this conversation may reveal the missing piece behind your strength training and recovery.Get Fitness Lab (20% off for listeners), the #1 coaching app that adapts to YOUR recovery, YOUR schedule, and YOUR body. Build muscle, lose fat, and get stronger with daily personalized guidance. Timestamps:0:00 - How home stress impacts training5:39 - Lowering goals for sustainable progress7:34 - The life report card framework11:30 - Why men struggle with emotions18:05 - The relationship stress feedback loop23:24 - Using the gym as avoidance26:08 - Should couples work out together30:57 - Small habits that create change34:10 – The eulogy exercise for life clarity37:50 – Resources from the Dad Nation podcastEpisode resources:Free gift – The Connection Code (50 questions to spark the fun & bring the fire back) – dadnationco.com/code The Dad Nation Podcast: dadnationco.com/podcast Website: dadnationco.com Instagram: @dadnationco YouTube: @dadnationco 

It's International Women's Day on Sunday 8 March, and our guest is the Labour Member of Parliament for Bradford West, Naz Shah. Naz tells Gyles her extraordinary story; about her father, who left the family when she was only six years old, leaving the children and their mother in poverty, insecurity and sometimes squalor. About her mother, who was abused by two men - first by her husband, and then by a neighbour who seemed to be offering help and support, but who actually wanted sex. Naz tells Gyles about being sent away to Pakistan as a 13 year-old, and forced into an arranged marriage with her first cousin. She talks about the concept of 'izzat', or honour, which runs so deeply through this traditional and conservative community. She talks about the dramatic events that happened when her mother finally snapped, and gave her abuser a fatal dinner which changed everything.This is a shocking story about the vulnerabilty, bravery and strength of women.Naz Shah's book, 'Honoured: Survival, Strength and My Path to Politics' is out now, and available here.Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube here. Join The Rosebud Family here. And visit our website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peace through strength isn't just a slogan — it's a foundational principle of national defense. In today's episode, Todd Huff explains why military capability matters and how recent developments involving Iran illustrate the reality behind deterrence. From advanced missile technology and intelligence operations to the broader role of American military power, Todd breaks down why weakness invites aggression and why strength preserves peace.Todd also discusses the destabilization of Iran's regime following the reported killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the debate over U.S. involvement in choosing Iran's next leader, and the importance of maintaining overwhelming military capability in an increasingly dangerous world.

Welcome to today's Guided Prayer, where we invite you to find a quiet space to still your mind and body.  Guided Prayers are a daily 5–10 minute, intentionally created moment to slow down and meet with God—through scripture, reflection, and honest prayer.It's not a program you attend.It's a pathway you practice.A guided space where people can stop, breathe, and connect with Jesus—every single day.

Jess was getting on in years when he first heard the children’s folktale about the boy and the butterfly. Right away, he understood the story’s lesson on gaining strength from struggle. In the tale, a boy is given a butterfly cocoon but told not to open it. But as the cocoon slowly twists and shudders in his hand, the boy can’t resist using scissors to split it open so the butterfly inside can escape. Freed from the struggle, however, the butterfly falls to the ground and dies without ever flying. “What happened?” the boy cries. Jess, after a long life, understood instantly. “The boy prevented the butterfly from using the muscles needed to grow strong and fly.” The children’s lesson may be a fairy tale, but it affirms the bracing biblical truth taught by Paul to persecuted believers in Jesus in Rome. “We also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope” (Romans 5:3-4). Paul wasn’t saying to celebrate pain or deny its heartbreak. He confirmed instead that God will use life’s troubles to build our character, growing our hope in Him. It’s in His strength that God develops our trust in His overcoming power. The butterfly was cheated from growing stronger to fly. But in Christ, we can rejoice as struggles lift us with character to God our deliverer.

What does it mean to manufacture "do or die" intensity in a world that's built for comfort? How do you improve your position always — not just tactically, but physically, mentally, and spiritually? In this episode, we dig into conditioning as a way of life, why wind is everything, why over-specialization weakens men, and how to build true work capacity through skill, strength, and nervous system development. We talk about leading from the front, refusing to put men on pedestals, removing the mask, and confronting the quiet war of self-deception and self-worth that so many men fight in silence. To unpack it, I'm joined by Rudy Reyes — Force Recon Marine, warrior-athlete, conservationist, and a man who has lived these principles from jungle warfare to rebuilding coral reefs with Force Blue. Rudy brings a rare blend of intensity and benevolence, tactical precision and spiritual depth. This conversation is about becoming dangerous in the right way — stronger for your family, clearer in your identity, and grounded in the truth that you may never be "enough"… and why that's liberating. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction 01:26 - Improve Your Position Always 05:56 - Conditioning vs. Strength 14:20 - The Importance of Wind (Endurance) 20:43 - Position in Space & Neurological Health 22:05 - Rudy's 3-Part Training Philosophy 30:50 - The True Meaning of "Fitness" 32:28 - The Danger of Over-Specialization 38:40 - Sergeant Reyes vs. The Real Rudy 42:53 - Respecting the Recruits on Special Forces 51:38 - How to Lead Men Effectively 56:14 - Taking Off the Armor After Service 01:00:03 - Dropping the Mask & Rebuilding Life 01:04:02 - Shame, Identity & Never Being Enough 01:07:22 - Changing How We Talk to Ourselves 01:11:15 - Building Impact Over Income 01:13:34 - The Man in the Mirror Standard Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready