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Study Guide The Gemara discusses a contradiction regarding the time for redeeming a firstborn donkey (peter chamor). One braita states that is can be done immediately, while another states that it cannot be performed before thirty days. Three resolutions are brought. Rav Nachman explains that if one redeemed it within thirty days, it is redeemed post-facto (b'dieved). Rav Sheshet suggests that the thirty-day timeframe teaches that one does not violate the prohibition against delaying the mitzva during this period. Rava resolves the conflicting opinions and explains that the dispute depends on whether one follows Rabbi Eliezer, who compares a firstborn donkey to a firstborn son, or the rabbis, who do not. The Mishna rules that if the owner does not wish to redeem the firstborn donkey, he decapitates it from behind and buries it. The commandment of redemption takes precedence. The Mishna lists additional mitzvot that have an order of precedence: the commandment of designation (ye'ida) takes precedence over the commandment of redemption for a Hebrew maidservant; the commandment of Levirate marriage (yibbum) originally took precedence over chalitza, but nowadays the commandment of chalitza takes precedence because people do not intend it for the sake of the mitzvah; and the commandment of redemption by the owner takes precedence over any other person in redeeming sanctified non-kosher animals. At the opening of the second chapter, the Mishna rules that if an Israelite buys, sells, enters a partnership in, or receives on a sharecropping contract (kibalat) a fetus or an animal of a Gentile, the offspring is exempt from firstborn status of kosher animals, as it is stated in the Torah "in Israel," excluding animals under joint or full ownership of Gentiles. Kohanim and Levites are obligated in the firstborn of a kosher animal, as their exemption applies only to pidyon haben and peter chamor. The Gemara asks why the masechet begins with laws of firstborn donkey and then of kosher animals given that kosher animals possess intrinsic sanctity (kedushat haguf) while a donkey possesses only monetary sanctity (kedushat damim). The Gemara answers that matters regarding non-kosher animals are few, and therefore the matter was concluded first, or because a firstborn donkey is cherished. Regarding transactions with a Gentile, Rabbi Yitzchak bar Nachmani said in the name of Resh Lakish, who quoted the words of Rabbi Oshaya, that an Israelite who gave money to a Gentile (and a Gentile who gave money to an Israelite) acquires through money alone, and does not require physical pulling (meshikha). This derives this from the verse "from the hand of your neighbor" (mi-yad amitekha), teaching that meshikha is required only between an Israelite and his neighbor, whereas a transaction with a Gentile is effected through money. Ameimar holds a dissenting opinion – that a transaction between a Gentile and an Israelite is effected through money. The Gemara analyzes how to understand the verse of amitekha according to Ameimar according to the positions of both Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish. A difficulty is raised from a braita against the position of Rabbi Oshaya regarding one who buys pieces of silver (gruta'ot) from Gentiles and finds an idol inside, where ownership depends on whether money was given or physical pulling (meshikha) was performed. The Gemara resolves the difficulty through four different explanations.

September 29 | 1 Samuel 19:1-24, John 8:31-36, Psalm 111:5-10, Proverbs 24:9-10 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

We continue in our new series—Revelation, The Unveiling of Jesus Christ. This week, we will conclude Chapter 1 as John the Apostle continues introducing himself and describes the day he received his vision from God and Jesus Christ. First, John will tell us who Jesus directed the book to. Then, in this revealing passage, we are introduced to what lies ahead throughout Revelation: incredible imagery and depictions of things that are and are yet to come. Read Chapter 1:9-20 in preparation for the message and be sure to bring your Study Guides and take some notes in preparation for MCG discussions.

Spiritual Offices #3: This message focuses on God's Divine plan to flow His love into believers and out into a lost world through Spiritual offices appointed to the Church. I highlight how the ascended Christ gave grace gifts [Gk: doma] in the form of specific ministry roles -- apostles, prophets, evangelists and pastor-teachers -- for the perfecting of the saints, the work of the ministry and the edification of the body of Christ [Ephesians 4:7-16]. I compare these foundational roles to the human body system: apostles lay the structural foundation, prophets act as the nervous system providing direct spiritual inspiration, evangelists operate as the digestive system bringing in and assimilating new converts and pastor-teachers serve as the circulatory system distributing life and sound doctrine. The crucial function of teachers is to instruct the congregation, correct false teaching and establishes believers firmly in the Word [1 Corinthians 12:28; Acts 13:1-5].  I transition to local leadership, the distinct responsibilities of elders, bishops [overseers] and deacons in maintaining congregational stability and spiritual health. Citing 1 Timothy 5:17 and 1 Peter 5:1-10, elders and pastors are urged to lead as humble examples rather than lording over God's heritage, laboring in the Word and doctrine while equipping saints to stand victorious against the devil through faith in Christ's death, burial and resurrection. I share criteria for local leaders drawn from 1 Timothy 3:1-10 and Philippians 1:1, which distinguish spiritual overseers from deacons who handle administrative and financial service, while Acts 14:23 shows Paul and Barnabas ordaining elders to oversee each assembly. Ultimately, this sermon underscores that all Spiritual offices serve to equip [mend and shape up] saints so that the church can mature, exercise Spiritual gifts in unity and demonstrate God's overcoming love to the world. Join me as I share these Scriptures for an edifying time in God's Word. Selah! [For more: Copy and Paste or Enter into ChatGPT.com, "Create a Study Guide for Episode #127 Spiritual Offices #3 from Abounding Love Ministries"].      www.aboundinglove.org

September 25 | 1 Samuel 16:1-23, John 8:1-11, Psalm 109:22-31, Proverbs 24:3-4 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Spiritual Offices #1: This message introduces the study by establishing that believers must first understand their position and identity as sons and daughters of God in Christ before operating in spiritual offices. Drawing from the first three (3) chapters of Ephesians, I explain that believers are made righteous, blessed with all spiritual blessings, sealed with the Holy Spirit and resurrected into New Life with Christ. Moving into Ephesians chapters 4 through 6, the sermon outlines how believers should practically conduct themselves, highlighting seven (7) distinct "walks": walking in unity [4:1-16], holiness [4:17-30], love [4:31-5:2], light [5:3-14], wisdom [5:15-17], praise [5:18-20], and harmony [5:21-6:9]. Then, this message begins to examine the five (5) spiritual offices -- apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers -- bestowed by Christ upon His ascension to equip the saints for ministry and to edify the body of Christ into Christian maturity [Ephesians 4:8; 4:11-16]. I compare these offices to human body systems, pointing out that apostles and prophets function like the skeletal, muscular and nervous framework, built on the foundation of Christ as the chief cornerstone [Ephesians 2:19-20]. I go on to clarify that while "not" every believer holds a spiritual office, all members receive spiritual gifts to herald the Gospel of Christ's death, burial and resurrection, which we will study in the weeks to come. Join me as I begin this new series to bring spiritual insight through exhortation into the function of the body of Christ as a whole. Selah! [For more: Copy and Paste or Enter into ChatGPT.com, "Create a Study Guide for Episode #125 Spiritual Offices #1 from Abounding Love Ministries" ].     www.aboundinglove.org

September 18 | 1 Samuel 9:1-27, John 6:22-29, Psalm 106:32-46, Proverbs 23:17-18 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Study Guide The Gemara explains that the word "tzipor" includes only kosher birds, excluding non-kosher birds from the commandment of shiluch haken. Four additional verses are brought (supplementing the four from Chullin 139) in an attempt to disprove this premise. However, each verse is explained in a different manner, demonstrating that "tzipor" indeed refers exclusively to kosher birds. If the eggs are non-kosher, the commandment also does not apply, as derived from Rav Kahana's exposition of "take for yourself" - and not for your dogs. Rav Kahana's exposition was originally cited to derive the rule that if the chicks are a treifa, the mitzva does not apply, whereas if the mother is a treifa, the mitzva remains in effect. Various Sages raise several questions regarding situations where the obligation to send away the mother bird might not apply, such as when a barrier exists between the mother and the eggs, or when the mother bird broods over eggs of a different species. While Rabbi Eliezer and the Sages disagree concerning a male pheasant, Rabbi Elazar clarifies that their disagreement is strictly limited to that specific case. For a female pheasant, all agree the mitzva applies, while for a standard male of another species, all agree it does not apply. The Mishna rules that if a bird is hovering over the chicks or eggs without touching them, the commandment is in effect only if her wings touch the nest. Rav Yehuda rules in the name of Rav that in a case where the mother bird is sitting on tree branches such that if they were removed she would fall onto the eggs, the commandment is in effect even if she is not presently touching them. A braita is brought to contradict his ruling, but the contradiction is resolved. The Gemara then presents an alternative version in which the braita is cited to support his statement, though this support is ultimately rejected.

Study Guide The Gemara explains that the word "tzipor" includes only kosher birds, excluding non-kosher birds from the commandment of shiluch haken. Four additional verses are brought (supplementing the four from Chullin 139) in an attempt to disprove this premise. However, each verse is explained in a different manner, demonstrating that "tzipor" indeed refers exclusively to kosher birds. If the eggs are non-kosher, the commandment also does not apply, as derived from Rav Kahana's exposition of "take for yourself" - and not for your dogs. Rav Kahana's exposition was originally cited to derive the rule that if the chicks are a treifa, the mitzva does not apply, whereas if the mother is a treifa, the mitzva remains in effect. Various Sages raise several questions regarding situations where the obligation to send away the mother bird might not apply, such as when a barrier exists between the mother and the eggs, or when the mother bird broods over eggs of a different species. While Rabbi Eliezer and the Sages disagree concerning a male pheasant, Rabbi Elazar clarifies that their disagreement is strictly limited to that specific case. For a female pheasant, all agree the mitzva applies, while for a standard male of another species, all agree it does not apply. The Mishna rules that if a bird is hovering over the chicks or eggs without touching them, the commandment is in effect only if her wings touch the nest. Rav Yehuda rules in the name of Rav that in a case where the mother bird is sitting on tree branches such that if they were removed she would fall onto the eggs, the commandment is in effect even if she is not presently touching them. A braita is brought to contradict his ruling, but the contradiction is resolved. The Gemara then presents an alternative version in which the braita is cited to support his statement, though this support is ultimately rejected.

Perhaps we shouldn’t be surprised that teens have taken up the “tradwife” mantle and have begun building their personal brands and influencer content by adulterating the sanctity of marriage.  Over the past month, there has been a whirlwind of commentary surrounding the teen tradwife trend – teens who’ve opted to get married early and share on social media how much they love marriage, submitting to their husbands, and not working. It’s obvious that teens absorb and assimiliate to much of the viral content they see on social media. Now, teens and young adults are creating content around traditional marriage values in order to be seen, gain followers, and go viral. In today’s episode, Kelly explains the tradwife trend and the real motivation for capturing pieces of your marriage and posting them as content for public consumption. Kelly argues that the motivation is nothing more than performance aimed at gaining attention. Examining the most popular TikTok video (the video that “broke” the internet), it’s easy to see how this content can deceive young girls into thinking this is what marriage is (and not liking the social media portrayal) or to jump into a romanticized version of marriage because the influencers make it look so blissful. Either way, it’s not biblical. Kelly ends with emphasizing the biblical definition of marriage and calls women to step into teen girls’ lives, ask questions, and help shape a biblical understanding of the institution of marriage. Articles referenced: Teenagers are buying into the tradwife fantasy, literally and figuratively Pew: 12th Grade Girls are Less Likely than Boys to Say They Want to Get Married Someday TikTok: Ava Ahavat What Does Coram Deo Mean? Scripture referenced: Genesis 2:24 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Matthew 6:1 Ephesians 5:22-23 Matthew 5:14-16 Proverbs 31 Revelation 19:7-9 1 Peter 3:3-4 Romans 12:2 NEW!! The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. This is the study every youth group/student ministry needs to be doing! Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is our favorite! Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated). Also available on Audible. Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

Study Guide The obligation of reshit ha'gez (first shearing) applies exclusively to sheep. Although the Gemara initially suggests a gezeira shava comparing "gez" in Deuteronomy 18:5 to Job 31:20 ("m'gez kvasai yitchamam"), it ultimately derives the requirement from the phrase "l'amod l'sharet", establishing that the material must be fit for priestly service. This excludes goat hair - which is used for sackcloth rather than garments - as well as coarse wool. Washing sheep, which causes some wool to be removed, is subject to a Tannaitic debate: Rabbi Yosi exempts washing from the commandment to give the first shearing because it is not the typical method of shearing, whereas the rabbis obligate it as it does remove the wool. The Tannaim dispute the minimum flock size required: Beit Shammai require two sheep based on the plural "tzon", Beit Hillel require five ("chamesh tzon asuyot"), and Rabbi Yishmael b'Rabbi Yosi requires four based on the laws of theft of "tzon" where the penalty is four "tzon". Rebbi shows preference to the ruling of Rabbi Yishmael b'Rabbi Yosi for a number of reasons, and Rabbi Yochanan explains that there is an established tradition from Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi to hold like him. Addressing fleece quantities, the rabbis disagree with Rabbi Dosa ben Harkinas, ruling that any amount of shearing from five sheep triggers liability, which the Amoraim quantify through various minimum amounts, and only one of the three positions takes their words literally that there is no minimum. Rav requires 37.5 sela'im, Shmuel requires sixty, while requiring 1:60 for the kohen, Rabbi Yochanan requires six sela'im with five going to the kohen. The Gemara tries to reconcile these views with the Mishna's rule requiring five sela'im given to the kohen. Rav and Shmuel compare this rabbinic 1:60 baseline to the standards for teruma and peah, prompting a discussion in the Gemara reconciling these baselines against conflicting sources. When Isi bar Hini travels to Eretz Yisrael, Rabbi Yochanan criticizes him both for errors in his text of the Mishna and for not demonstrating enough respect toward Rav. Rabbi Yochanan also presents his position on the Rabbis' view of "any amount" (kol shehu), which initially appears to contradict his earlier statement in the sugya. When Rav Dimi arrives from Eretz Yisrael and transmits Rabbi Yochanan's teaching, Abaye deduces from it how to resolve the contradiction.

Study Guide The obligation of reshit ha'gez (first shearing) applies exclusively to sheep. Although the Gemara initially suggests a gezeira shava comparing "gez" in Deuteronomy 18:5 to Job 31:20 ("m'gez kvasai yitchamam"), it ultimately derives the requirement from the phrase "l'amod l'sharet", establishing that the material must be fit for priestly service. This excludes goat hair - which is used for sackcloth rather than garments - as well as coarse wool. Washing sheep, which causes some wool to be removed, is subject to a Tannaitic debate: Rabbi Yosi exempts washing from the commandment to give the first shearing because it is not the typical method of shearing, whereas the rabbis obligate it as it does remove the wool. The Tannaim dispute the minimum flock size required: Beit Shammai require two sheep based on the plural "tzon", Beit Hillel require five ("chamesh tzon asuyot"), and Rabbi Yishmael b'Rabbi Yosi requires four based on the laws of theft of "tzon" where the penalty is four "tzon". Rebbi shows preference to the ruling of Rabbi Yishmael b'Rabbi Yosi for a number of reasons, and Rabbi Yochanan explains that there is an established tradition from Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi to hold like him. Addressing fleece quantities, the rabbis disagree with Rabbi Dosa ben Harkinas, ruling that any amount of shearing from five sheep triggers liability, which the Amoraim quantify through various minimum amounts, and only one of the three positions takes their words literally that there is no minimum. Rav requires 37.5 sela'im, Shmuel requires sixty, while requiring 1:60 for the kohen, Rabbi Yochanan requires six sela'im with five going to the kohen. The Gemara tries to reconcile these views with the Mishna's rule requiring five sela'im given to the kohen. Rav and Shmuel compare this rabbinic 1:60 baseline to the standards for teruma and peah, prompting a discussion in the Gemara reconciling these baselines against conflicting sources. When Isi bar Hini travels to Eretz Yisrael, Rabbi Yochanan criticizes him both for errors in his text of the Mishna and for not demonstrating enough respect toward Rav. Rabbi Yochanan also presents his position on the Rabbis' view of "any amount" (kol shehu), which initially appears to contradict his earlier statement in the sugya. When Rav Dimi arrives from Eretz Yisrael and transmits Rabbi Yochanan's teaching, Abaye deduces from it how to resolve the contradiction.

With the 2026 midterms fast approaching, we're asking a simple question: What actually matters to voters right now? This show was edited by Kasia Broussalian, fact checked by Esther Gim, mixed by Shannon Mahoney, video edited by Christopher Snyder, and hosted by Astead Herndon. A polling station at Colebrook Academy and Elementary School in Colebrook, New Hampshire, on Election Day, November 5, 2024. Photo by Joseph Prezioso / AFP via Getty Images. You can also watch this episode on youtube.com/vox. Listen to Today, Explained ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. New Vox members get $20 off their membership right now. If you enjoy our reporting and want to learn more, sign up for Astead's weekly newsletter, Midterms, Actually. Just go to www.vox.com/midtermsactually to learn more, and get in-depth analysis about this year's election right to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this special episode of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, I'm sharing my personal 9/11 story for the 25th Anniversary of the attacks. As a native New Yorker who was 15 years old and living in Brooklyn when the attacks happened, I'll take you back to that day. I'll be sharing what I experienced, what happened to my father and uncle who worked in emergency response and law enforcement, and how 9/11 continued to impact my family two decades later. This is a more personal and emotional episode than usual, but it's also an opportunity to listen to real English through a true story about New York, resilience, loss, and remembering. While you listen, I'll also teach you 15 words that naturally came out of my 9/11 story.Grab the Study Guide >> HERE CLICK HERE

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Pass NASM w/ SUF Study Guide $75 showupfitness.comGuarantee to pass NASM showupfitness.com which includes passing in 7-14 days, $500 worth of nasm material including tutoring AND either a SUF certification or hands on learning seminar.Failing the NASM CPT exam usually has nothing to do with intelligence and everything to do with spending weeks on the wrong pages. We're here to help you pass the NASM CPT 7th edition test faster by focusing on what the exam actually rewards, not what feels productive to highlight. We move quickly through the early chapters that rarely impact your score, then lock onto the high frequency topics that can make up a huge chunk of your questions.We break down the Human Movement System in plain language: the anatomy terms you'll see, the planes of motion NASM loves to define, and the muscle basics that show up again and again. Then we simplify cardiorespiratory essentials (chambers, SA node, bradycardia vs tachycardia, arteries vs veins), metabolism and energy systems (ATP PC, glycolysis, oxidative), and the nutrition numbers that are easy points if you memorize them.The real test comes when NASM shifts into assessments and program design. We walk through screening concepts like PAR Q, key cutoffs like hypertension, and the logic behind the overhead squat assessment checkpoints. From there we drill the OPT model phases, acute variables, and the fastest way to choose between stabilization, strength, and power when the exam throws weird exercise names at you. You'll also hear how NASM expects you to apply SMR, stretching choices by phase, and the inhibition terms that commonly appear.If you want a clear NASM CPT study plan you can repeat until it's automatic, hit subscribe, share this with a friend taking the test, and leave us a review with the topic you want us to break down next.Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world!Want to ask us a question?  Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show!Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

September 11 | 1 Samuel 1:24-2:21, John 5:1-18, Psalm 105:37-45, Proverbs 23:4-5 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Astrology has been around for thousands of years, but it’s seen a resurgence in the last decade thanks to social media. Today’s astrology is much deeper than pithy horoscopes – it’s about birth charts, planetary movements, and houses. Many astrology content creators use persuasive language that lures young people in, promising to help them understand who they really are and what their purpose is. Many Christians don’t know whether, or how, astrology fits into the biblical worldview. In today’s episode, Kelly explains the bible’s clear instructions surrounding the practice of astrology. For parents with teens whose fascination with astrology has become an obsession, the Word of God offers hope and help. Articles referenced: Generation Z Turn to Astrology to ‘Answer Life’s Big Questions’ Astrology Definition TikTok is One Long Conversation With the Universe 30% of Americans Consult Astrology, Tarot Cards, or Fortune Tellers The Pattern: Astrology CHANI: Your Astrology Guide Scripture cited: Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Isaiah 47:13 Daniel 2:1-2, 10-11, 25-28 Psalm 19:1, 3 Romans 1:18-20, 22-25 Genesis 1:26-27 Psalm 139:13-16 James 1:5 Proverbs 2:6 Proverbs 9:10 Isaiah 8:19 Isaiah 46:9-10 Romans 8:28-39 Colossians 2:2-8 Acts 17:28 James 5:19 NEW!! The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. This is the study every youth group/student ministry needs to be doing! Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is our favorite! Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated). Also available on Audible. Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

Teaching science is about more than getting through the standards! In this episode, I'm sharing five critical life skills I want you to intentionally teach this school year. I'll share practical ways to build these skills into what you're already doing while helping students become more capable, confident, and resilient humans...not just successful science students!➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode251Resources Mentioned:Life Skills PDF (FREE!)RADAR Signs (FREE!)Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD courseSend me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify.Related Episodes:Episode 47. 2 Ways That Learning Happens and How to Create a Classroom Culture That Fosters ItEpisode 136. Building a Team Mindset Into Your Classroom CultureEpisode 145. How to Build Resilience in Students Post-PandemicEpisode 147. Content Coverage - How to Get Through All of the StandardsEpisode 155. How to Create Active and Accountable Learners in Your Secondary Science ClassroomEpisode 175. How and WHY I Teach Students to Take NotesEpisode 219. Study Guides for High School Science ClassesEpisode 244. Sanity-Saving Systems, Self Checks, and Starting a TA Program With Katie DupuieEpisode 246. Grouping and Engaging Students with Popsicle Sticks

September 5 | Judges 20:1-48, John 3:22-30, Psalm 104:24-30, Proverbs 22:20-21 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

True Crime is the most popular form of entertainment right now. There is no shortage of podcasts, documentaries, shows, movies, books, Facebook groups, TikTok communities, and subreddits dedicated to True Crime. What causes people (mostly women) to be so intrigued and infatuated with true crime content? In this episode, Kelly explains the cultural phenomenon of True Crime entertainment and provides cautionary examples as to how the content distorts honest curiosity into something more debased. Can Christians engage with True Crime? Is it okay for teens? Kelly examines Scripture in light of the modern distortions of attraction and fandom of convicted perpetrators. The goal is to help believers have a biblical framework for thinking about and engaging with True Crime. Articles referenced: True Crime Podcast Listeners Triple in Five Years Best True Crime Podcasts of 2026 Why the True Crime Audience Is Predominantly Female The Psychological Reasons Why People Cannot Stop Watching True Crime The Crash Isn't About Murder. It's About TikTok. Marc Jacobs is Down to Style ‘Trendsetter’ Luigi Mangione Cult Following for Cameron Herrin on TikTok Wants Him to be Free The Lindsay Clancy Conspiracy Theories Are Hiding a Darker Truth Scripture referenced: Romans 12:9 1 Kings 16-18, 21:1-25 2 Kings 9:30-37 1 Corinthians 3:16 Proverbs 4:23 Philippians 4:8 1 Corinthians 10:23 Ephesians 5:8, 10-11, 15-17 Mark 12:30-31 Matthew 28:19-20 NEW!! The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. This is the study every youth group/student ministry needs to be doing! Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is our favorite! Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated). Also available on Audible. Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

Real improvement takes time, which is to say that a single class or lesson can only take us so far. However, getting off to a good start can go a long way towards an ideal ending. Amy and Mike invited educational entrepreneur Lisa Tran to explore the importance of making the first coaching session matter. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does rapport mean in an educational or coaching context? What does an ideal first session structure actually look like? How can educators and coaches cultivate effective rapport? What is the role of students and parents in making the first session work? What happens in a first session that makes students want to come back? MEET OUR GUEST Lisa Tran built her tutoring business, Lisa's Study Guides, from her own one-on-one students up to 35 tutors and 200+ students, and eventually sold it. She now runs Tutorboss, where she helps tutoring business owners stop being the bottleneck in their own businesses and step into being the CEO. She is an Aussie based in London. Lisa can be reached at tutorboss.co or @imlisatran on Instagram. LINKS The 7 Traits of Top Tutors How Building Rapport Helped My Students Take Risks RELATED EPISODES THE ROLE OF RAPPORT IN EDUCATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS WHY YOU WANT TO WORK WITH A CAREER TUTOR CULTIVATING AND RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC CURIOSITY  ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright, Roots2Words, and College Eagle. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, get in touch through our contact page.  

August 29 | Judges 13:1-25; John 1:19-28; Psalm 102:1-17; Proverbs 22:8-9 //  Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Job Ch. 2: Satan's Second Request Of God + Job's Friends Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch.1: Job & His Background + Satan Permitted To Tempt Job Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 8: Bildad's Speech Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 5: Eliphaz's Speech (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 25: Bildad Answers Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 40: The Lord Speaks (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 39: The Lord Speaks (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 38: The Lord Speaks Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 35: Elihu Declares His Opinion (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 34: Elihu Declares His Opinion (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 33: Elihu Declares His Opinion (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 32: Elihu Declares His Opinion Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 31: Job's Final Speech (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 24: Job's Response To Eliphaz (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 23: Job's Response To Eliphaz Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 22: Eliphaz Accuses Job Again Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 21: Job Disagrees With His Friends Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 20: Zophar's Speech Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 17: Job Answers (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 13: Job's Reply To Zophar's Speech (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 12: Job's Reply To Zophar's Speech Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 11: Zophar's Speech Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Job Ch. 10: Job's Reply To Bildad's Speech (Continued) Join me, Lydia Tremble (your host), as I discuss an overview, takeaways, and more from my Bible Study Guide and Series on Job. Host Socials: lydiatremble.com

Meta has settled a landmark lawsuit for billions of dollars and agreed to sweeping changes for teens’ experience on Facebook and Instagram. In this briefing, Kelly debates whether these changes will be the start of a reformation for how social media is used. What is the role of Christian parents and believers of all ages in this reformation? Articles referenced: Meta Agrees to Pay $18 Billion to Settle US Lawsuits Over Children’s Social Media Addiction Scripture referenced: 1 John 1:15 Romans 12:2 Ephesians 2:10   NEW!! The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. This is the study every youth group/student ministry needs to be doing! Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is our favorite! Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated). Also available on Audible. Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

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Parents are repeatedly told in culture that their work is exhausting, difficult, and inequitable. Technology then comes along, offering ways parents can automate the difficult parts of parenting to reduce their mental labor. Lost in all of this is the necessary friction that helps children develop competencies, routines, resilience, and purpose. In this podcast, Kelly takes a look into a newly released tech tool that promises children “less help from grown-ups.” By examining their marketing ploy alongside Scripture, she offers clarity for how parenting and childhood are meant to be.  Parents must challenge the common narrative that parenting should be easy and that task completion equates to childhood development. An automated childhood is a lost childhood. Articles referenced: Review: Skylight Buddy Skylight Buddy Skylight Calendar 7 Basic Life Skills Kids Today Are Lacking, According to Teachers Scripture referenced: Deuteronomy 6:6-7 Romans 12:9   NEW!! The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. This is the study every youth group/student ministry needs to be doing! Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is our favorite! Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated). Also available on Audible. Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!