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Today's Story: The Parable of the Tenants. | This year is the final volume of our Five Year Journey in the JESUS series, and we're calling it The Crossovers. That's because it's stories, miracles, teachings and parables that are found in multiple gospels. They're iconic, and if multiple authors recorded these stories, it probably means everyone knew them. They were important then and now. Study Guide: https://mountaintopchurch.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/The-Crossovers-Study-Guide-2026.pdf Learn more about Mountaintop Church at https://mountaintopchurch.com 

••• Overcoming Stress, Ep 418a . ••• Bible Study Verse: 1 Kings 19.1-18 . ••• Part-B Bible Verses: Psalm 23, John 6.35, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalms 118:5-6 . ••• “To be a true minister to men is always to accept new happiness and new distress. The man who gives himself to other men can never be a wholly sad man; but no more can he be a man of unclouded gladness. To him shall come with every deeper consecration a before untasted joy, but in the same cup shall be mixed a sorrow that it was beyond his power to feel before”, Phillips Brooks, 1835-1893, The Influence of Jesus, H.R. Allenson, 1875, pg191, † ••• "As Christians, our lives should be marked by joy (Phil. 4:4), taste like joy (Gal 5:22), and be filled with the fullness of joy (John 15:11). Busyness attacks all of that" NL Demoss, †† . ••• “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4.6-7, NKJV . ••• What are 5-reasons why Elijah got so stress out that he wanted God to take his life? ••• Why did Elijah run from Jezebel? ••• How did Elijah get from being the bold and confident prophet to being a stressed out prophet on the run? ••• What are 7-negative consequences of being stressed out? ••• What were 5-life actions in Elijah's life that pulled him out of despair? ••• What is a reason for people to eat the wrong things? ••• What is the ‘Bread of Life'? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will be more intentional about reducing unnecessary stress in your life through Godly wisdom & the power of Holy Spirit? Part-B Bible Study Questions: ••• What is the “activation energy”? ••• How does a 15-minute power nap affect one's stress levels? ••• How does receiving a touch from Our Creator affect stress in our lives? ••• How does the Christian regain full strength and vitality? ••• What is rest's affect on personal perspective? s••• Pastor Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible.••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is a listener supported production by all the beloved of God who believe in its mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ .••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photo by Etty Fidele Photography, Paris France, https://www.fideletty.com/, https://www.instagram.com/fideletty/, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FideleEtty, Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• † https://gracequotes.org/author-quote/phillips-brooks/ , Phillips Brooks was an American clergyman and author, in 1877 he published a course of lectures about preaching, which he had delivered at the theological school of Yale University, & which are an expression of his own experience. He is best known for authoring the Christmas carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem" . ••• †† https://gracequotes.org/author-quote/nancy-leigh-demoss/ .••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/ep418a-winning-the-battle-of-for-the-mind-pt3a . ••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• RESOURCE: FREE Max Maclean Chronological Audio Bible! https://tinyurl.com/godspeaks777 . ••• RESOURCE - IONA, “Burning Like Fire” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaXikLXH_sQ . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• RESOURCE - PRAYER@SWRC.COM . ••• FERP260228 Episode#418a GOT260228 Ep418a . ••• Winning The Battle Of the Mind, Part-3a of 10: Overcoming Stress, Ep 418a . ††† † † † Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The freedom of self-expression has become a catch-all justification for everything done online. Why should children be allowed to have social media at a young age? Because they need to express themselves! Mark Zuckerberg even used this justification of ‘self-expression’ under oath in the landmark social media addiction trial. In this episode, Kelly exposes how ‘self-expression’ has been hijacked to exploit children and steal childhood. What was once “play” is now “performance,” and what used to be “creativity” is now “content.” This is a foundational episode that helps parents understand the larger cultural narrative at play. Also, upcoming episodes build on this idea that ‘self-expression’ is a necessary part of childhood. Articles referenced: Different Creative Playgrounds: Use Social Media for Creative Development Kids Mental Health Foundation: Kids and Social Media What kids are actually doing on social media and why that matters How Online Communities Can Help Children The New Era of Self-Expression: How the next generation are tackling social media, creativity, and authenticity Social Media and Mental Health in Children and Teens Unlock the Power of Self-Expression Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:27 Ephesians 2:10 Deuteronomy 6:5-7 Proverbs 22:6 Matthew 6:1 Acts 2 Proverbs 22:15 Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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!

February 25 |Exodus 5:22-6:30, Matthew 18:23-35, Psalm 24:1-2, Proverbs 10:15-16 // 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 this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

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The Prophet ﷺ said: every child of Adam is a sinner, and the best of sinners are those who make tawbah. We will slip. The question is never whether we fall — it's which path we take when we do.Last night we saw those two paths clearly: the path of Iblis, who blamed Allah and recruited others into his rebellion; and the prophetic path, demonstrated by Adam — take ownership, turn back, ask forgiveness.The Prophet ﷺ at Ta'ifNo one embodied the prophetic path more completely than the Prophet ﷺ himself. After his wife Khadijah and his uncle Abu Talib both died, he travelled to Ta'if seeking support for his mission. The people there not only rejected him — they paid children and slaves to throw rocks at him, chasing him out of the city. He fled until he found refuge in a garden, bleeding, exhausted.The angels of Ta'if came to him with an offer: say the word, and we will bring the surrounding mountains down upon them.He said no. Perhaps from their descendants, someone will accept Islam.And then he made dua — one of the most moving supplications in the seerah. O Allah, I submit to You my weakness, my lack of planning, my low standing among the people. Not a single word blaming the people of Ta'if. He turned the lens entirely on himself. He asked: perhaps it was my weakness. Perhaps my planning was insufficient.This from the man who could not have done it better. Yet he took responsibility — because blame leads nowhere. The only path forward is to work on what is within our control.This is the lesson from Adam's dua and the Prophet's dua after Ta'if: focus on your circle of control. Protect yourself and your family. Spend your Ramadan nights on what you can actually change. The tariff rate is not within your control. How you spend this blessed month is.One Tree Among MillionsBefore we move forward in the surah, there is a gem worth sitting with from the story of Adam in Jannah.Jannah — by definition a lush garden of millions of trees — had exactly one prohibition. One tree. Everything else was open.This is a mirror of how Allah has designed this world. The halal is vast. The haram is specific and limited. When Allah speaks about what is halal in the Quran, He speaks in sweeping terms: “O mankind, eat from what is halal and good on earth.” No list — because the list would be endless. When He speaks about what is haram, He lists it out, one by one, because it is few enough to enumerate.There is a principle in Islamic jurisprudence: al-aslu fil ashya' al-ibaha — the original ruling on all things is that they are permissible. You need evidence to declare something haram, not the other way around. We sometimes become more restrictive than the Quran itself, treating everything as forbidden until proven otherwise. That is not Islam. Allah is merciful, and everything He has made haram is genuinely harmful to us — and there is not much of it.Shaitan's trick is to make us fixate on the haram, to make us feel hemmed in, to make the life of a Muslim feel like a series of closed doors. But the reality is the opposite. The doors are almost all open. He just wants us staring at the one that isn't.Animosity — and the Iblis AgendaAllah commanded Adam, Hawa, and Iblis to descend from Jannah, and said there would be animosity between them. This animosity runs in multiple directions — not just between humans and Shaitan, but between humans themselves. Between races. Between classes. Between genders.When we look at gender wars today, Islam has no difficulty affirming the rights and dignity of women. In fact, much of what has historically restricted women came through culture, not religion. The Prophet's masjid had no barrier between men and women. The Prophet ﷺ gave lessons to mixed gatherings. Women asked questions — including sensitive ones — directly. The Ansar women were specifically praised for their courage in seeking knowledge. When a separate door was created for women in the Prophet's time, it was at the suggestion of Sayyidina Umar, so that women wouldn't be pushed and jostled as the community grew — it was for their comfort, not their exclusion. Sayyidina Umar, despite being famously protective of his own wife, allowed her to attend the masjid because the Prophet ﷺ had explicitly said: do not stop the believing women from coming to the masjid.The problem with certain strands of modern feminism is not the defence of women's rights — it's the framing of everything as a gender war. Men and women, from an Islamic perspective, are equal in spiritual standing and in the eyes of Allah, but created with different natures, different inclinations, different responsibilities. Not one above the other. Different — the way a table and a chair are different. Both necessary. Together, complete. If every chair insists on being a table, everyone ends up sitting on the floor.The same principle applies to class. Islam does not vilify wealth — it channels it. Zakat. Waqf. The oldest universities in the world — Qarawiyyin, Zaytuna, Al-Azhar — were sustained for centuries through endowments from wealthy Muslims who had the akhirah in mind. Al-Azhar offered free education, boarding, and meals for over a thousand years, funded entirely by waqf. Harvard today operates on $53 billion in endowments — the same principle, different name. The Islamic economic vision is not to make everyone equal — it is to ensure that the rich carry the poor, and that no one goes without. When zakat is properly collected and distributed, the mathematics work out. The system is not a class war. It is a covenant of care.All of this division — gender wars, class wars, race wars — is part of the Iblis agenda. He said there would be animosity. He is working to deepen it. Our job is to see through it.Tomorrow insha'Allah — Part 3 of Surah Al-A'raf begins. Allah speaks directly to the children of Adam. Ya Bani Adam.Tonight's video is recorded by Perth Islamic Channel.Following along with the series? Consider a paid subscription to receive a free digital copy of the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit groundeddaily.substack.com/subscribe

We continue in our series from the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. This week pastor Glenn opens up one of the most famous, if not the most famous miracle that Jesus ever performed other than His resurrection, the feeding of the 5,000. The passage begins with the return of the 12 from the mission Jesus had sent them on and their reports about how things went. The familiarity of this passage and the miraculous event itself often leaves us wondering, what was really happening on this day. This Sunday we will dig into the deep and marvellous purpose and meaning that Jesus had in mind. You will be encouraged. Read Mark 6:30-44 in advance to prepare for the message, and bring your Study Guides!

••• Living A Balanced Life, Ep 417b . ••• Bible Study Verses: Genesis 2.18, Psalm 68.6, Philippians 2:5-8 . ••• Part-A Bible Verses: Psalm 61:1-4, Jeremiah 8:22, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 22:28, Luke 10.38-42 . ••• “An exquisite watch went irregularly, though no defect could be discovered in it. At last it was found that the balance wheel had been near a magnet; and here was all the mischief. If the soundest mind be magnetized by any predilection, it must act irregularly”, Richard Cecil, 1748-1777. † ••• “Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. So they departed to a deserted place in the boat by themselves” Mark 6.3-32 NKJV . ••• What are 5-Negative consequences of living an unbalanced life? ••• What are 3-reasons why so many people have adapted a life of social isolation? ••• What are 7-ways to help some to win the battle of the mind? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will intentionally live a more balanced life through the power of Holy Spirit? Part-A Bible Study Questions: ••• Why is suicide amongst 5-year olds to 17-years olds the highest it's ever been in such an affluent society? ••• Why are there so many sad people in churches? ••• What is the battle OF the mind? ••• What 2-types of people have no problems or troubles? ••• Why are so many people having difficultly in dealing with everyday issues? ••• What does 'do not remove ancient landmarks' mean in issues of the mind? ••• What are 5-important components of commonsense living? ••• What are 5-Negative consequences of living an unbalanced life? ••• Pastor Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible. ••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is a listener supported production by all the beloved of God who believe in its mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ . ••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photo by Etty Fidele Photography, Paris France, https://www.fideletty.com/, https://www.instagram.com/fideletty/, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FideleEtty, Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• † http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Richard-Cecil-Quotes/ . Evangelical Anglican clergyman of the 18th & 19th centuries. His father was an Anglican while his mother was a Dissenter, whose family had been devout Christians for generations. He later became minister of 2-small livings in Lewes, Sussex. After the death of his parents, he moved, because of bad health, to Islington, London & preached at different churches & chapels there. For some years he preached a lecture at Lothbury at 6 AM Sabbath morning & later an evening lecture in Orange St., followed by the chapel in Long Acre. From 1787 he preached the evening lecture at Christ Church, Spitalfields. In 1788 he became minister of St John's Chapel, Bedford Row, which became a major Evangelical Anglican venue continuing into the mid 19th century . ••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/ep417b-winning-the-battle-of-for-the-mind-pt2b . ••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• RESOURCE: FREE Max Maclean Chronological Audio Bible! https://tinyurl.com/godspeaks777 . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• FERP260228 Episode#417b GOT260228 Ep417b . ••• Winning The Battle Of the Mind, Part-2b of 10: Living A Balanced Life, Ep 417b . ††† Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this continuing episode in the Acts of the Apostles, I define the Kingdom of God as a spiritual realm of eternal love where God lives and reigns forever. This kingdom isn't visible to the physical senses but is accessed through the eye of faith, which allows believers to see and operate according to God's Word rather than circumstances. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:13-18, I emphasize that while the "outward man" is perishing, the "inward man" is being renewed daily through God's Word, allowing believers to view light affections as temporary compared to the eternal weight of glory. And by renewing our mind, we can move from a worldly perspective to a spiritual one, becoming "love beings" who create and speak life just as God does. I share that Jesus Christ brought His kingdom to earth and was the only one to perfectly fulfill the Abrahamic covenant, demonstrating the life of blessings promised in Deuteronomy, chapter 28. Also, because of Jesus' death, burial, resurrection and outpouring of the Holy Spirit, believers are now recreated in God's image and seated in the "heavenly places," far above worldly powers and principalities, as described in Ephesians 1:19-21; 2:6. In this eternal kingdom, believers are called to reign as kings, living in a "spiritual time zone" where the pressures and clocks of the world lose their meaning, replaced by peace, joy and liberty found in God's presence. Join me as we grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and learn to live with a daily perspective of the Kingdom of God. Selah! [For more: Copy and Paste or Enter into ChatGPT.com, "Create a Study Guide for episode #084 Witnessing the Kingdom - Acts #6 from Abounding Love Ministries" ].       www.aboundinglove.org

Are you an English learner who loves talking about true crime, murder mysteries, and criminal investigations? Or maybe you just need to learn about this topic so that you can talk about current events with confidence? In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, you'll learn 18 essential phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that native speakers use when talking about crime, investigations, and everyday drama.In Part 1 of this two-part series, you'll hear a suspenseful murder mystery story while learning vocabulary like:piece togetherlook intosketchythe prime suspectan alibi …and more.These expressions show up everywhere: in TV shows, news reports, documentaries, podcasts, and even everyday conversations. Even when we're not talking about crime, native speakers use many of these phrases metaphorically.If you want to:Understand American TV and true crime showsImprove your listening skillsLearn real conversational EnglishSound more natural and confident…this episode is for you.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comWe move into Part 2 of our journey through Surah Al-A'raf: the creation of human beings. And Allah begins not with Adam, but with something we rarely stop to appreciate.We Were Made for Good Living“We have settled you on earth and made for you therein ma'ayish.”Ma'ayish doesn't just mean livelihood. It means good living. Allah didn't have to create us this way. He could have made us like the dung beetle — one food source, no variation, no pleasure. Instead He gave us the ability to mix, to cook, to combine flavours that taste terrible alone but become extraordinary together. The star anise in your soup. The spices in your curry.This is a gift that we almost never acknowledge. And Allah notes it: “Very little of you are grateful.”The Gratitude LoopGratitude, according to both Islamic tradition and modern psychology, requires three elements: the benefit, the beneficiary, and the benefactor. The first two are easy to identify — good food, and me enjoying it. But the loop only closes when you know who to thank.Researchers at UC Davis and UC Berkeley have found that people who cannot complete this loop — who have no one ultimate to direct their gratitude toward — experience limited happiness from gratitude practice. Without God, who do you thank for good health? For a good family? For being alive?When we say Alhamdulillah, we close the loop. And then we find ourselves grateful for the ability to be grateful — which calls for another Alhamdulillah — and so it continues, deeper and deeper. That is the loop Allah built into the fitrah.Allah Takes Ownership of How He Made You“We have created you and then fashioned you.”Allah doesn't just create — He takes personal ownership of how each of us was shaped. Tall or short, dark or light, slim or otherwise. This is His doing.Which makes it worth asking: when we mock someone's appearance, who are we really criticising? If you insult a painting, the painter is the one offended. Allah shaped us. He takes ownership of that. So the next time someone comments on how you look, you are well within your rights to say — I didn't have much say in this. Take it up with my Creator.The Story of Adam — Told in AnglesThe story of Adam appears in the Quran roughly every seven juz. If we complete a khatam every month, we encounter it at the start of every week. It is our origin story, and Allah wants it close to us.But each surah tells it differently — Al-Baqarah focuses on the purpose of our creation and the dialogue with the angels. Al-A'raf zooms in on two things: the sin of Iblis, and the slip of Adam and how he returned. Different angles on the same story, the way a good film cuts between perspectives to hold your attention and reveal something new each time.The First Sin: ArroganceAllah commanded all the angels to bow before Adam. Everyone did — except Iblis.When Allah asked why, Iblis said: “I am better than him. You created me from fire and him from clay.”This is the first act of disobedience in creation. And look at what drove it — not doubt, not confusion, but kibir. Arrogance.The Prophet ﷺ defined arrogance as two things: looking down upon others, and rejecting the truth. Iblis did both in a single sentence. He rejected Allah's command. And he declared himself superior to Adam.Here is the profound irony: Iblis had no hand in his own creation. Did he choose to be made from fire? Did Adam choose clay? This was all Allah's doing. Yet Iblis took credit for what Allah created and used it to look down on what Allah created. That is kibir in its purest form.And Allah's response? “Exit. You are from among the small ones.”Kibir shares its root with kabir — greatness, bigness. Iblis wanted to be seen as great. And because of that, Allah made him small. This is the divine law that the Prophet ﷺ articulated: whoever humbles himself, Allah raises. Whoever seeks greatness through arrogance, Allah diminishes.We stopped here tonight. Tomorrow insha'Allah — why kibir happens, how Shaitan uses it, and how we defend ourselves against his tricks.Following along with the series? Consider a paid subscription to receive a free digital copy of the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook — your companion through this Ramadan journey.

Meta Ray-Ban Smart glasses have exploded in popularity. They allow people to film strangers without consent or even their awareness, which means that ordinary public interactions can now be turned into social media content.  How are Christian parents to think about this latest tech gadget? And strangers becoming content? Articles referenced: Pranksters and pickup artists are using Meta Ray-Ban glasses to harass strangers for content So-called ‘manfluencers' are filming themselves trying to pick up women. Smart glasses are their perfect tool Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:26-27 Genesis 9:6 James 3:9 Matthew 22:37-40 Philippians 2:3-4 Romans 2:10 Matthew 6:1-6 John 12:43 Galatians 1:10 1 Peter 1:14-16 Romans 12:1-2   Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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!

February 18 |Genesis 49:1-33, Matthew 16:1-12, Psalm 21:1-7, Proverbs 10:3-4 // 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 this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Introducing 1, 2, & 3 John. Zach Seelye Joins the podcast to overview our 1 John Bible study. We discuss the key themes and how your study of 1 John will be different from your study of Romans.This episode of the Podcast is brought to you by:RCD New Member Dinner:Sun, Feb 22 | 6-7 pm @ RCDIf you're a new member, or recently started attending RCD you are invited! RSVP Here: https://subspla.sh/jjhgzvkMen's Night: The 2026 Kickoff eventFri, February 27 | 7-9 pm @ RCDRegister Here: https://subspla.sh/xjb7hj7

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comRamadan Mubarak.Every Ramadan, our community at Qaswa gathers to study one surah in depth — weaving tafseer into our nightly prayers. We've journeyed through Al-Baqarah, Ali Imran, An-Nisa, Al-Ma'idah, and Al-An'am. This year, we enter Surah Al-A'raf: 206 ayat, one of the longer Makki surahs, and a surah that carries a message every generation needs to hear.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.If you're following along, the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook is your companion through this series — structured notes, key points, and reflection questions for each thematic section, designed to help you move from listening to living the lessons. Physical copies are available at the tarawih hall and Qaswa House. And if you're reading this on Substack, consider a paid subscription to receive a free digital copy of the workbook — your support also helps keep this tafseer series going.The Surahs Come in PairsOne of the beautiful structural features of the Quran is that the early surahs mirror and complement each other.Al-Baqarah purifies the heart — iman and taqwa. Ali Imran extends that inward transformation outward — Islam and submission. An-Nisa moves from the individual to the community, beginning with the most vulnerable: orphans and women. Al-Ma'idah scales further outward still — to national and international relations.Then Al-An'am, a Makki surah, brings us back to basics. Back to aqidah. It makes the case for Islam through reason — the logical argument of Prophet Ibrahim, who observed that a god who appears and disappears cannot be God.Surah Al-A'raf continues that argument — but shifts the angle. Where Al-An'am appealed to logic, Al-A'raf appeals to history. What happened to the nations before us? What became of the peoples who refused to listen?Makki vs Madani: What We've Been Getting WrongHere is something worth sitting with: roughly 70% of the Quran is Makki. Only 30% is Madani.The Madani surahs contain our laws — fasting, zakat, hajj, rulings on marriage and wealth and dress. Important, yes. But the bulk of Allah's revelation is Makki, and the Makki surahs are concerned above all with akhlaq — character, ethics, the way we treat one another.The Prophet ﷺ was asked repeatedly: who is the best person? His answers: the one with the most beautiful character. The one who is most useful to others.Yet over 1400 years, we have narrowed our definition of a good Muslim to ritual: how many rakaat, how many khatms, how long the fast, how correct the recitation. We've let the 30% overshadow the 70%. We've mistaken the branches for the roots.Surah Al-A'raf will have something to say about this — particularly in the story of Prophet Adam and his expulsion from Jannah, where we will see what Allah identifies as the most important quality of a believer.

Fast finishers can throw your whole class off pace when you're already feeling behind. In this episode, I share how to manage fast finishers during notes, practice, labs, projects, and tests without adding more to your plate. I explain why differentiating notes is worth the effort, how to create a “no idle hands” classroom culture, and simple ways to give early finishers meaningful work. These are practical systems I used in my own classroom to reset expectations, keep students engaged, and work smarter, not harder, for the rest of the school year!➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode222

professorjrod@gmail.comThis episode of Technology Tap: CompTIA Study Guide dives into the essential networking concept of DHCP and the critical question every device asks on a network: 'Who am I?' Understanding DHCP is key for IT skills development, helping you assign IP addresses, manage subnet masks, and configure DNS settings efficiently. Whether you're preparing for your CompTIA exam or enhancing your technology education, this tech exam prep episode breaks down complex networking components into clear, digestible explanations. Join us as we explore how devices establish their identity on networks and troubleshoot connectivity challenges effectively.We map the full DORA exchange and explain what each step means on the wire. Then we take on the headaches: APIPA addresses that scream “no server answered,” scopes that quietly run dry, and VLANs where broadcasts stop at the router. You'll learn how to architect a central DHCP service with relay agents across subnets, tune lease durations for guests versus office gear, and avoid conflicts with smart exclusions. Real-world stories reveal how a rogue consumer router can hijack traffic, and we share practical defenses using DHCP snooping, trusted ports, and better inventory to shut down shadow IT before it bites.Certification seekers get a rapid-fire quiz that cements the essentials: spotting 169.254.x.x, defining a scope, choosing the correct gateway role, and using DHCP snooping to stop unauthorized offers. We also connect the dots to the cloud: how virtual machines, VPCs, and Kubernetes pods receive identities dynamically so services discover each other and policies hold. Throughout, we keep it hands-on with ipconfig tips, quick checks to confirm routing and DNS, and a simple mental model for leases that makes troubleshooting second nature.If this helped you think like a technician, tap follow, share it with a teammate who lives in ipconfig, and leave a quick review so more learners can find us. Got a DHCP war story or a tip that saves minutes under pressure? Drop it in the comments and let's compare notes.Support the showArt By Sarah/DesmondMusic by Joakim KarudLittle chacha ProductionsJuan Rodriguez can be reached atTikTok @ProfessorJrodProfessorJRod@gmail.com@Prof_JRodInstagram ProfessorJRod

••• Living A Balanced Life, Ep 416a . ••• Bible Study Verses: Psalm 61:1-4, Jeremiah 8:22, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 22:28, Luke 10.38-42 . ••• “An exquisite watch went irregularly, though no defect could be discovered in it. At last it was found that the balance wheel had been near a magnet; and here was all the mischief. If the soundest mind be magnetized by any predilection, it must act irregularly”, Richard Cecil, 1748-1777. † ••• “Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. So they departed to a deserted place in the boat by themselves” Mark 6.3-32 NKJV . ••• Why is suicide amongst 5-year olds to 17-years olds the highest it's ever been in such an affluent society? ••• Why are there so many sad people in churches? ••• What is the battle OF the mind? ••• What 2-types of people have no problems or troubles? ••• Why are so many people having difficultly in dealing with everyday issues? ••• What does 'do not remove ancient landmarks' mean in issues of the mind? ••• What are 5-important components of commonsense living? ••• What are 5-Negative consequences of living an unbalanced life? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will intentionally live a more balanced life through the power of Holy Spirit? PART-B Bible Study Questions: ••• What are 5-Negative consequences of living an unbalanced life? ••• How do you win the battle for the mind? ••• What are 4-reasons why is the state of your heart is so important in your life? ••• Pastor Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible.••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is a listener supported production by all the beloved of God who believe in its mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ .••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photo by Etty Fidele Photography, Paris France, https://www.fideletty.com/, https://www.instagram.com/fideletty/, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FideleEtty, Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• † http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Richard-Cecil-Quotes/ . Evangelical Anglican clergyman of the 18th & 19th centuries. His father was an Anglican while his mother was a Dissenter, whose family had been devout Christians for generations. He later became minister of 2-small livings in Lewes, Sussex. After the death of his parents, he moved, because of bad health, to Islington, London & preached at different churches & chapels there. For some years he preached a lecture at Lothbury at 6 AM Sabbath morning & later an evening lecture in Orange St., followed by the chapel in Long Acre. From 1787 he preached the evening lecture at Christ Church, Spitalfields. In 1788 he became minister of St John's Chapel, Bedford Row, which became a major Evangelical Anglican venue continuing into the mid 19th century . ••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/ep416a-winning-the-battle-of-for-the-mind-pt2a . ••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• RESOURCE: FREE Max Maclean Chronological Audio Bible! https://tinyurl.com/godspeaks777 .••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• FERP250214 Episode#416a GOT 250214 Ep 416a . ••• Winning The Battle Of the Mind, Part-2a of 10: Living A Balanced Life, Ep 416a . ††† Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enjoy this free download: https://bit.ly/Shine-StudyGuideA 12-week study guide on Genesis 1-3 with John Ortberg. We've made it simple: curated episodes, journal questions, memory verses, and practical next steps. Everything you need to get started with a friend or group! Just download, print and go!John opens this study on Philippians with a deceptively simple question: How are you going to greet people today? We tend to think greetings don't matter much, but John says they're actually sacred moments — tiny doorways into connection. He tells a story about a boss who always stopped, made eye contact, smiled, and made people feel seen. Then he notices something remarkable about Jesus: people interrupted him constantly… and nobody ever said, “Sorry to bother you.” Somehow, people weren't a bother to Jesus. John reminds us that even small changes in how we address one another reflect something much deeper about who we are becoming.ACCESS THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR SHINE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UE38nc_diriBs3EqIq7GcpFBecome New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.comGET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

Jeremy Comeaux interviews Marisa Wolf on her work to prepare Baen Books Study Guides and One Jump Ahead by Mark L. Van Name part 50. View the podcast in video form at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/https://www.youtube.com/embed/SS-cS0buhOA and the Baen YouTube Channel.

Enjoy this free download: https://bit.ly/GetOutMore-StudyGuideA 12-week study guide on Genesis 1-3 with John Ortberg. We've made it simple: curated episodes, journal questions, memory verses, and practical next steps. Everything you need to get started with a friend or group! Just download, print and go!In this episode, John opens a new series with a refreshingly honest question: is technology a life-giving gift… or a soul-draining mess? (Spoiler: it's both.) He talks about how grateful he is for the way tech lets this little “Fellowship of the Withered Hand” learn and pray together, and at the same time, he names the rising tide of loneliness, anxiety, and screen addiction shaping modern life. Drawing from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, John points out how especially hard this has become for young people. That's why this series is called We Should Get Out More: not as a guilt trip, but as an invitation — back into the real world God made, and beyond the echo chambers that quietly shrink our souls.ACCESS THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR WE SHOULD GET OUT MORE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UEqjtJZ1k9CDNBR7WoAdBvbBecome New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.comGET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

Send a textEpisode SummaryIn a world that is loud, divided, and quick to judge, empathy feels rare.But empathy is not weakness. It is the way of Jesus.In this episode, we slow down and study Scripture together to understand empathy not as a personality trait, but as a biblical posture formed by the heart of God.After last week's episode on finding hope when the world feels broken became the most responded-to episode in all 120 recordings, it became clear: people are longing to be seen, understood, and met with compassion.So today, we open our Bibles and look at how Jesus modeled empathy in real, tangible ways.What We Study in This EpisodeJohn 5:1–9 — The Man at the PoolJesus heals without blame or interrogation of past failure.Matthew 8:1–3 — The LeperCompassion crosses social and religious barriers.Luke 10:25–37 — The Good SamaritanEmpathy that is costly, courageous, and obedient.What You'll Walk Away With• A deeper theological understanding of empathy • A clearer view of how Jesus embodied compassion • Insight into why empathy feels scarce in today's culture • Practical ways to cultivate empathy rooted in ScriptureEmpathy begins with seeing.And seeing begins with slowing down.Grab your Bible as you listen, and download the free companion study guide to continue digging into the historical context, theological meaning, and personal application of this episode.Download the Episode #120 Study Guide here: [Insert Link]Key Verse (SOAP Together)“But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him.” — Luke 10:33If this episode encouraged or challenged you, consider sharing it with someone who may need to be reminded of what compassion looks like.Let's be people who don't just pass by. Let's be people who see.Connect with Leslie: Follow on IG: @yourjoyfulorderstyle Website: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/Email: lmartinez@yourjoyfulorder.com to schedule- Speaking Events, Interviews or Life Coaching SessionsShop my SOAP Journal & Digital Products: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/Watch this Episode on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXoAYIM2mfclNtYiaOzIUw Shop my Gratitude, Goals & Prayer Journal on Amazon:https://a.co/d/09Djvaw

Enjoy this free download: https://bit.ly/Untroubled-StudyGuideA 12-week study guide on Genesis 1-3 with John Ortberg. We've made it simple: curated episodes, journal questions, memory verses, and practical next steps. Everything you need to get started with a friend or group! Just download, print and go!Jesus says something almost unbelievable: “Do not let your heart be troubled.” And he says it on the night before his death. In this episode, John Ortberg opens a journey into what it actually means to live with an untroubled heart in a deeply troubled world. He shares a moment with his friend Dallas Willard, who once asked him, “What are you doing under the circumstances?” That question reframes everything. We're not meant to live under our circumstances. We're meant to live inside God's care. John reminds us that the “heart” in Scripture isn't just emotions. It's the control center of your life. And while the world will stay troubled, your heart doesn't have to.ACCESS THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR UNTROUBLED HEART HERE:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UGEuSydT4Y_gT754T89w535Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.comGET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

February 11 |Genesis 42:18-38, Matthew 13:47-58, Psalm 18:25-36, Proverbs 8:33-36 // 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 this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Enjoy this free download: https://bit.ly/Insurmountable-StudyGuideA 12-week study guide on Genesis 1-3 with John Ortberg. We've made it simple: curated episodes, journal questions, memory verses, and practical next steps. Everything you need to get started with a friend or group! Just download, print and go!John Ortberg walks us into Matthew 5, where Jesus announces that the blessed life (life in God's kingdom) is available right here, right now, no matter your circumstances. The Sermon on the Mount is not abstract theory or impossible idealism; it is a practical, transformative vision for human life. Tolstoy once wrote that if Jesus' words were truly lived, they would create an entirely new social order. John brings it home with Jesus' simple summary of the whole teaching: treat others the way you would want to be treated.ACCESS THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR INSURMOUNTABLE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UHXbT60EfcXVJF33i5mA-5fBecome New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.comGET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

Enjoy this free download: https://bit.ly/Genesis-Study-GuideA 12-week study guide on Genesis 1-3 with John Ortberg. We've made it simple: curated episodes, journal questions, memory verses, and practical next steps. Everything you need to get started with a friend or group! Just download, print and go!In this episode, John invites us to slow down and breathe in a simple truth: God is the God of new beginnings. From the opening words of Scripture, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth”... John shows how creation itself points to fresh starts, clean slates, and new possibilities. God didn't just create once and walk away; He is continually creating, sustaining every leaf, every breath, every moment. And that same creative presence is available to you right now. The God who says “do it again” to the sun each morning is the God who offers you a do-over.Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.comGET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

Generative AI apps such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Claude have rapidly become the go-to parenting sages. Every type of parenting question can be answered efficiently and with (what sounds like) expertise.  Undoubtedly, these apps offer parents help during stressful times. But is this the way God intends for us to receive parenting advice and practical wisdom? What is lost when human relationships and struggle are removed from the parenting equation? Articles referenced: OpenAI CEO Can’t Imagine Parenting Without AI I Co-Parent with ChatGPT – I love turning off my brain and letting AI help raise my child Scripture referenced: Genesis 3 Deuteronomy 32:7 James 1:2-4   Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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 There are two contradictory braitot regarding the oil of the leper that was sprinkled for the sake of the wrong sacrifice. One rules that it is disqualified, and the other rules that it is valid. At first, it was suggested that one matches the opinion of Rabbi Eliezer - who disqualifies a guilt offering (which the oil of the leper is brought with) that is brought with the wrong intent - but this suggestion is rejected. They conclude by saying that each relates to a different issue: the one that permits is referring to permitting the remainder of the oil to be eaten, while the one that disqualifies relates to the owner receiving purification. The Mishna discusses elements of the Menora, mezuza, tefillin, and tzitzit that are essential. In the Menora, the seven branches are essential. The Gemara brings a braita that explains other elements of the Menora that are essential. It must be made from one chunk of gold; however, while the "chunk" is essential, it could be made from metals other than gold if gold is unavailable. How is this derived from the verses? How does this differ from the trumpets? Rav Papa, son of Rav Chanin, brought a braita with a debate between two Tannaim about whether all other metals could be used or only silver. However, Rav Yosef brings an alternative braita stating that the debate was about wood, but all agree that all other metals can be used. Rav Yosef further proves from two other braitot that his version is correct. Shmuel quotes an elder who described the height of the Menora and what could be found at every level. He also listed how many of the decorative elements were to be found on the Menora and ruled that each one is an essential part of the Menora.

Love… Relationships… Marriage… God's design for these things has always been radical. Some might even call it “strange.” In a world that's consumed by what's new and what's next, these teachings from scripture get overlooked. But what if God's design is the key to unlocking what God wants for you in a relationship? In a marriage? What if God's radical design is what makes love not only rewarding but remarkable. And all you have to do is embrace this Strange Love.Study Guide: https://mailchi.mp/mountaintopchurch/sex-020826Learn more about Mountaintop Church at https://mountaintopchurch.com

Study Guide There are two contradictory braitot regarding the oil of the leper that was sprinkled for the sake of the wrong sacrifice. One rules that it is disqualified, and the other rules that it is valid. At first, it was suggested that one matches the opinion of Rabbi Eliezer - who disqualifies a guilt offering (which the oil of the leper is brought with) that is brought with the wrong intent - but this suggestion is rejected. They conclude by saying that each relates to a different issue: the one that permits is referring to permitting the remainder of the oil to be eaten, while the one that disqualifies relates to the owner receiving purification. The Mishna discusses elements of the Menora, mezuza, tefillin, and tzitzit that are essential. In the Menora, the seven branches are essential. The Gemara brings a braita that explains other elements of the Menora that are essential. It must be made from one chunk of gold; however, while the "chunk" is essential, it could be made from metals other than gold if gold is unavailable. How is this derived from the verses? How does this differ from the trumpets? Rav Papa, son of Rav Chanin, brought a braita with a debate between two Tannaim about whether all other metals could be used or only silver. However, Rav Yosef brings an alternative braita stating that the debate was about wood, but all agree that all other metals can be used. Rav Yosef further proves from two other braitot that his version is correct. Shmuel quotes an elder who described the height of the Menora and what could be found at every level. He also listed how many of the decorative elements were to be found on the Menora and ruled that each one is an essential part of the Menora.

••• Winning The Battle For The Minds And Hearts of Men, Ep 415b . ••• Bible Study Verses: 1 Peter 1: 13-16, Romans 12:1-2, James 4:8, 1 Chronicles 28:9, Philippines 2: 5-10, Psalm 119:97-99, John 10:17, Hebrews 5:8. PART-A BIBLE VERSES: Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Prov. 23:7, Matt. 22:37, John 14.1, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 . ••• “All the great temptations appear first in the region of the mind and can be fought and conquered there. We have been given the power to close the door of the mind. We can lose this power through disuse or increase it by use, by the daily discipline of the inner man in things which seem small and by reliance upon the Word of the Spirit of truth. It is God that worketh in you, both to will and to do of His good pleasure. It is as though He said, 'Learn to live in your will, not in your feelings” Amy Wilson Carmichael, 1867-1951.† ••• “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your MIND, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect” Romans 12.2 NASB . ••• What are 5-reasons why you must fight for the hearts and minds of believers? ••• What are 7-strategies for guarding your heart in the battle for the mind? ••• What are the forces that are attempting to control the thinking of people even in the church? ••• How is one's reactions to daily life challenges influenced? ••• What is the best influencer for the Christian? ••• What often happens if one thinks outside of the media narrative? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will be the kind of person who will be more intentional about achieving victory in the battlefield for your mind through the power of Holy Spirit? PART-A Study Questions; ••• What is the Battle OF the mind? ••• What is the Battle FOR the mind? ••• What controls the future of a person? ••• What makes victory possible? ••• What makes winning the battles of life extremely difficult? ••• How do you maintain the freedom of the mind? ••• Why must we fight the battle for the minds of believers? ••• What is systematic indoctrination? ••• Pastor Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible.••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is a listener supported production and all the beloved of God who believe in its mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ .••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photo by Etty Fidele Photography, Paris France, https://www.fideletty.com/, https://www.instagram.com/fideletty/, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FideleEtty, Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• † http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Amy-Carmichael-Quotes/ . Protestant Christian missionary in India, who opened an orphanage and founded a mission in Dohnavur. She served in India for fifty-five years without furlough and authored many books about the missionary work there . ••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes/winning-the-battle-of-the-mind-part-1b-of-10••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• FERP250207 Episode#415b GOT 250207 Ep415b . ••• Winning The Battle Of The Mind, P1b of 10: Mind Battles Of And For Hearts And Minds . † † † Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby podcast, you'll learn 18 real-life phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that Americans to talk about starting over, leaving the past behind, and turning life around.Through a powerful story and clear examples, you'll hear natural English in context and learn how to use expressions like light a fire under someone, to be self-made, to be driven and more! This episode is perfect for English learners who want to sound more natural, fluent, and confident.You'll hear these expressions used naturally in context and then broken down clearly, so you can start using them confidently in your own conversations. Don't forget to download the episode study guide! It includes:All 18 vocabulary words with clear definitionsExample sentencesThe full story from the episodePractice activities to help you remember and actually use the languageTo get the Study Guide, click >> HERE

Bob applies Mises' taxonomy of money and the regression theorem to Bitcoin, asking whether it should be classified as commodity or fiat money and whether Austrian theory really rules out Bitcoin ever becoming money.Related:Mises's The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP536aBob's Study Guide to The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP536bBob's Primer on Bitcoin: Mises.org/HAP536cPoliticians don't build prosperity. Entrepreneurs do. Join Keith Smith, Caitlin Long, Ryan McMaken, Per Bylund, and Timothy Terrell for our first event of 2026: Mises.org/HAHCThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Hayek for the 21st Century. Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

February 5 |Genesis 37:1-36, Matthew 12:22-32, Psalm 16:9-11, Proverbs 7:6-23 // 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 this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

Bob applies Mises' taxonomy of money and the regression theorem to Bitcoin, asking whether it should be classified as commodity or fiat money and whether Austrian theory really rules out Bitcoin ever becoming money.Related:Mises's The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP536aBob's Study Guide to The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP536bBob's Primer on Bitcoin: Mises.org/HAP536cPoliticians don't build prosperity. Entrepreneurs do. Join Keith Smith, Caitlin Long, Ryan McMaken, Per Bylund, and Timothy Terrell for our first event of 2026: Mises.org/HAHCThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Hayek for the 21st Century. Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Often, apps begin with noble intentions of “connection” or “education.” While they promise to be different, they inevitably resort to classic tactics for maximum engagement: streaks, coins, leaderboards, FOMO, and notifications. In this episode, Kelly uncovers this trend using Duolingo and Zigazoo as examples. This trend of app devolution is important for parents to understand. You may not be able to keep track of every app update, but you know your child, and you can recognize when something has changed. Articles referenced: Brave Parenting Guide to Duolingo Brave Parenting Guide to Zigazoo TED Talk: How to Make Learning as Addictive as Social Media How Machine Learning Supercharged Our Revenue by Millions (Duolingo Blog) Scripture referenced: 1 Thes 5:4-6 1 Thes 5:19-21 1 Peter 5:8 Matt 18:8-9 ⇒ DOWNLOAD: App Evaluation & Test Everything Guide Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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 Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish disagree about a case where oil was placed on the kometz of a mincha of a sinner, which is not meant to be mixed with oil. Rabbi Yochanan disqualifies it, but Reish Lakish does not, as he holds that the oil should not be mixed with the mincha before the kometz is taken, but the kometz can (and ideally should) be mixed with a little bit of oil. Rabbi Yochanan brings a tannaitic source to raise a difficulty against Reish Lakish's position, but it is resolved. Rava asks a question about a kometz whose oil (some of it) was absorbed onto a piece of wood. Can both be burned together to ensure that all the oil of the kometz is burned, or would this not be effective as the wood is completely separate from the kometz? Ravina questions Rava as the issue is already known as a debate between Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish. But they explain why the question can be asked according to each. The Mishna explains what to do in three different cases of mixtures of meal offerings that were at various stages - either two minchas before the kometz was taken, or a kometz with a different mincha where the kometz was not yet taken, or a kometz mixed with the remainder. Rav Chisda and Rabbi Chanina disagree within Rabbi Yehuda's position of min b'mino (items of the same type) is not nullified, as understood by Rabbi Chiya, that items are considered the same if the status of one can change to be like the other. Rav Chisda says it is determined by the item trying to nullify, and Rabbi Chanina by the item being nullified. The three cases in our Mishna and a fourth source regarding matza are brought as difficulties to one or both of the opinions, but all are resolved.  

Study Guide Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish disagree about a case where oil was placed on the kometz of a mincha of a sinner, which is not meant to be mixed with oil. Rabbi Yochanan disqualifies it, but Reish Lakish does not, as he holds that the oil should not be mixed with the mincha before the kometz is taken, but the kometz can (and ideally should) be mixed with a little bit of oil. Rabbi Yochanan brings a tannaitic source to raise a difficulty against Reish Lakish's position, but it is resolved. Rava asks a question about a kometz whose oil (some of it) was absorbed onto a piece of wood. Can both be burned together to ensure that all the oil of the kometz is burned, or would this not be effective as the wood is completely separate from the kometz? Ravina questions Rava as the issue is already known as a debate between Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish. But they explain why the question can be asked according to each. The Mishna explains what to do in three different cases of mixtures of meal offerings that were at various stages - either two minchas before the kometz was taken, or a kometz with a different mincha where the kometz was not yet taken, or a kometz mixed with the remainder. Rav Chisda and Rabbi Chanina disagree within Rabbi Yehuda's position of min b'mino (items of the same type) is not nullified, as understood by Rabbi Chiya, that items are considered the same if the status of one can change to be like the other. Rav Chisda says it is determined by the item trying to nullify, and Rabbi Chanina by the item being nullified. The three cases in our Mishna and a fourth source regarding matza are brought as difficulties to one or both of the opinions, but all are resolved.  

After years of doing nothing, Big Tech social platforms started releasing new “teen safety” and “parental controls” to show how much they care about and prioritize children’s safety. The problem with these new safety features is that they are not enough. It’s the design of social media and games that creates spaces of chaos where everyone does what is right in their own eyes. Articles referenced: Time Limits for YouTube Shorts Scrolling Deeper Insights with Snapchat’s New Family Center Features Roblox’s AI-Powered Age Verification TikTok to Tighten Age Checks in Europe Meta Pauses Teen Access to AI Characters Instagram is Testing a New Definition of ‘Friends’ Scripture referenced: Judges 21:25 Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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!

••• Winning The Battle For The Minds And Hearts of Men, Ep 414a . ••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Prov. 23:7, Matt. 22:37, John 14.1, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 . NEXT WEEKS BIBLE VERSES: 1 Peter 1: 13-16, Romans 12:1-2, James 4:8, 1 Chron. 28:9, Phil. 2: 5-10, Psalm 119:97-99, John 10:17, Hebrews 5:8 . ••• “All the great temptations appear first in the region of the mind and can be fought and conquered there. We have been given the power to close the door of the mind. We can lose this power through disuse or increase it by use, by the daily discipline of the inner man in things which seem small and by reliance upon the word of the Spirit of truth. It is God that worketh in you, both to will and to do of His good pleasure. It is as though He said, 'Learn to live in your will, not in your feelings” Amy Wilson Carmichael, 1867-1951.† ••• “So long as we are occupied with any other object than God Himself, there will be neither rest for the heart nor peace for the mind"†† ••• “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your MIND, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect” Romans 12.2 NASB .••• What is the Battle OF the mind? ••• What is the Battle FOR the mind? ••• What controls the future of a person? ••• What makes victory possible? ••• What makes winning the battles of life extremely difficult? ••• How do you maintain the freedom of the mind? ••• Why must we fight the battle for the minds of believers? ••• What is systematic indoctrination? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will be the kind of person who will be more intentional about achieving victory in the battlefield for your mind through the power of Holy Spirit? Next Episode Study Questions:••• What are at least 7-important attributes of the mind? ••• What are the forces that are attempting to control the thinking of people even in the church? ••• How is one's reactions to daily life challenges influenced? ••• What is the best influencer for the Christian? ••• How does one's mind get poisoned against other people in their sphere of life? ••• What often happens of one thinks outside of the media narrative? ••• What is the difference between the battle FOR the mind and the battle OF the mind? ••• Pastor Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible.••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is brought to you by Christian Leadership International and all the beloved of God who believe in it's mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ .••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photo by Etty Fidele Photography, Paris France, https://www.fideletty.com/, https://www.instagram.com/fideletty/, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FideleEtty, Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• † http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Amy-Carmichael-Quotes/ . Protestant Christian missionary in India, who opened an orphanage and founded a mission in Dohnavur. She served in India for fifty-five years without furlough and authored many books about the missionary work there . ••• †† http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/A.W.-Pink-Quotes/ .••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/ep414-winning-the-battle-of-for-the-mind-pt1a••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• FERP260131 Episode#366 GOT260131 Ep414a .••• Winning The Battle Of The Mind, P1a of 10: Mind Battles Of And For Hearts And Minds . ††† Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Therese Fessenden talks with design psychologist and product strategist Thomas Watkins (host of The Design Psychologist and Product-Led Growth Leaders) about why understanding the human mind is still a true superpower for designers, researchers, and product teams. They explore how products subtly shape our behavior and identity, why over-relying on templates and patterns can flatten experiences instead of differentiating them, the risks of personifying AI tools, and the practical ways practitioners can use psychology and AI together to automate the tedious parts of work while staying human-centered and creating products that truly fit into people's lives.

In today’s Brave Briefing, Kelly reviews the new book, The Amazing Generation by Jonathon Haidt and Catherine Price. Written for a Gen Alpha audience, this book aims to inspire rebels who don’t let technology use them. This book serves almost as a hopeful sequel to The Anxious Generation, which highlighted the harms done to Gen Z by online media and technology.  Listen in to this brief episode to get our take on this book. Get The Amazing Generation on Amazon. Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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!

Something I realized early in my teaching career is that most students have absolutely no clue how to prepare for tests! That's why I'm diving into how intentional study guides can actually teach students how to study, not just what to study. I walk through my system for planning study guides alongside units, lessons, and assessments so they serve as clear roadmaps from day one (not last-minute cramming tools). You'll hear how I break units into concepts, build in time for students to work on guides as they learn, keep them flexible and student-driven, and motivate kids who think guides are busy work. Plus, I give my honest take on grading, accountability, and using AI as a support.Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode219Resources:How I Do Study Guides in High School ScienceShop INRS full year curriculum bundles.Complete INRS Units How to Write a GREAT Study Guide Help Sheet Study Guide Example 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 60: Teaching with packets: What They Are, Why I Love Them, and How to Use ThemEpisode 96, Why I Stopped Assigning Homework (and 6 Surprising Results)Episode 159, My Top Tips for Helping Students Learn and Retain Dense Topics in Your Science ClassesEpisode 174, 7 Ways to Teach Your Students to Use AI Productively Episode 214, Practical Scientific Inquiry Teaching Strategies

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Today, we are wrapping up this series “Do I have what it takes?” If the next year/season requires spiritual maturity, do I have what it takes? Am I ready? Could be tough? Could be good? Today really centers on a question Jesus seems to pose in one of his parables in Matthew: What do I do with what I've been given?Study Guide: https://mailchi.mp/mountaintopchurch/talents-012526 Learn more about Mountaintop Church at https://mountaintopchurch.com

In this episode, we explore what it means to truly talk to God—and listen—as we reflect on Moses 1 and Abraham 3. We examine the tension between feeling small and being created for greatness, consider our divine and personal purpose, and what it means to say, “Here am I. Send me.” This episode invites you to remember who you are, whose you are, and how eternal life begins now as we come unto Christ and allow Him to shape who we are becoming.Find the Study Guide for this & other episodes & SUBSCRIBE to our email list here:  http://www.likeawateredgarden.comAbout this podcast:Welcome to Like a Watered Garden, a Come Follow Me-inspired mental health & personal growth podcast that shows you how to personalize the scriptures to help you “overcome, become, and flourish” in physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health & wellness, so you may feel, as Isaiah writes, “...like a watered garden and a spring whose waters fail not.”Join host Dr. Christina Hibbert -- clinical psychologist, author, speaker, wife & mom, & member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints -- for our 1st season, as we follow the Come Follow Me manual and learn in The Old Testament. Our goal is to draw closer to Christ as we study and find Him everywhere in this holy and anciet text.To learn more about Dr. Christina Hibbert, please visit http://www.drchristinahibbert.com  or http://www.instagram.com/drchristinahibbert or http://www.facebook.com/DrCHibbert To learn more about this podcast & find bonus materials visit http://www.likeawateredgarden.com and/or Instagram, http://www.instagram.com/likeawatered.garden Join our "Like a Watered Garden Podcast FB Discussion Group," by visiting  http://www.facebook.com/groups/likeawateredgardenOriginal music written & performed by Braxton HibbertPlease rate/review this podcast! Let's connect: http://www.likeawateredgarden.com http://www.instagram.com/likeawatered.garden http://www.instagram.com/drchristinahibbert http://www.facebook.com/groups/likeawateredgarden

Study Guide The Mishna states that an intent to eat half an olive-bulk and an intent to burn half an olive-bulk do not combine to create a status of pigul. The Gemara infers from this Mishna that two intents regarding eating - one concerning an item meant to be eaten and one concerning an item not meant to be eaten - would indeed combine to render the item pigul. This inference, however, contradicts the previous Mishna. Rabbi Yirmia simply rules that this Mishna follows a different opinion than the previous one, while Abaye rejects the inference entirely. The second chapter begins with a debate between Rabbi Yosi and the Rabbis regarding whether a pigul thought about burning the incense beyond the proper time would disqualify the mincha and render the remainder pigul. Reish Lakish explains the basis for Rabbi Yosi's position, that it is not pigul, as he holds that one permitter (matir) cannot turn another matir into pigul. A difficulty is raised against Reish Lakish's explanation, but it is ultimately resolved. Rabbi Yannai rules that a kohen must collect the frankincense, and if this was performed by a non-kohen, it is disqualified. Rabbi Yirmia explains the reasoning by comparing it to holacha (conveying the offering to the altar), which requires a kohen. A difficulty is raised against this comparison, but it is resolved. Rav Meri brings a proof for Rabbi Yannai, but it is rejected. The Mishna raises a debate concerning offerings that consist of several parts—such as the two lambs and two loaves of bread (on Shavuot) or the two bowls of frankincense and two sets of six loaves of the showbread (Lechem HaPanim). The question is whether pigul thoughts during the sacrificing of the lambs or the burning of the frankincense regarding only a portion of the bread (e.g., one of the loaves) render all the loaves pigul.

Study Guide The section of the Torah concerning the metzora (leper) details two distinct tracks for sacrifices: one for the wealthy, who bring three animal offerings, and a modified track for the poor. The purification process involves pouring oil into the kohen's left hand, followed by sprinkling it toward the parochet and placing it on the leper's right ear, thumb, and toe. Notably, the text contains several seemingly superfluous phrases in the wealthy leper's section, as well as extensive repetitions in the poor leper's section that could have been simplified with a cross-reference like "as mentioned above." Rabbi Zeira and Rava offer different explanations for these repetitions. Both scholars derive that the kemitza of the mincha (meal offering) must be performed with the right hand, but they reach this conclusion via different paths. Rabbi Zeira learns it from the fourfold mention of the word "left" in the leper section. In contrast, Rava utilizes a gezeira shava based on the word "right" used in the context of placing oil on the leper's ear, thumb, and toe, applying that requirement to the kemitza. Reish Lakish teaches a broader principle: whenever the Torah uses the words "finger" (etzba) or "kohen" the service must be performed with the right hand. While the Gemara initially assumes both words must appear together to trigger this requirement, Rava clarifies that either word alone is sufficient. However, following a challenge from Abaye, Rava distinguishes between two scenarios: in cases where the action is essential for atonement, either word indicates the right hand; in cases where the action is not essential for atonement, both words must be present to mandate the right hand. A difficulty is raised against Rava's explanation based on the position of Rabbi Shimon. To resolve this, the Gemara suggests that Rabbi Shimon requires both words in all instances. Two subsequent challenges to this theory and one is resolved by further refining Rabbi Shimon's position: the appearance of the word "finger" alone necessitates the right hand, but the word "kohen" does not, unless it appears in conjunction with "finger." If Rava holds that "finger" or "kohen" already serves as an indicator for using the right hand, why did he originally use a gezeira shava to learn this regarding kemitza? The Gemara explains that he requires two separate derivations - one for the act of kemitza itself and another for placing the kometz into a sanctified vessel. This theory is again questioned in light of Rabbi Shimon's view that the kometz does not require a vessel at all. Ultimately, the Gemara concludes the gezeira shava (for Rabbi Shimon) is necessary for the sinner's meal offering; otherwise, one might have thought it could be performed with the left hand, as, according to Rabbi Shimon himself, this specific offering is not intended to be mehudar (ornate or distinguished).

Lots of companies promise solutions for taming screen time (for kids and adults). Joining Kelly today on the podcast is Heather Wilkinson, sharing her personal story about excessive screen time, parenting, and the most powerful force for change: The Brick. The Brick is a physical device you tap in order to unlock the phone restrictions you’ve set up for yourself. Kinda like tap-to-pay, but better! It still requires intentionality and self-discipline but it may just be what can help you as well! Check out The Brick for yourself. Books referenced: 12 Ways Your Phone is Changing You Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) 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!