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The Loft LA
Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World

The Loft LA

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 42:35


This Sunday, we welcome guest preacher Kat Armas. Kat Armas is a Cuban American writer, speaker, and theologian from Miami, FL. She holds a ThM from Vanderbilt Divinity School, and a dual MDiv and MAT from Fuller Theological Seminary. Kat has spoken at seminaries, universities, and conferences nationwide and her work has appeared in the National Catholic Reporter—where one of her essays was shared by the pope!, Plough Magazine, The Christian Century, Christianity Today, Sojornours Magazine, and more. Kat currently lives on a small farm in middle Tennessee with her family—which includes her spouse, young children, chickens, goats, pigs, dogs, and cats. Her new book was released this week. Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World examines the ideologies of empire that infiltrate daily life and offers a pathway toward liberation. Additionally, Pastor Molly will offer a reflection on our new mission statement, as well as an invitation to participate in our fall stewardship campaign. www.TheLoftLA.org

Shifting Culture
Ep. 361 Kat Armas Returns - Liturgies for Resisting Empire

Shifting Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 55:42 Transcription Available


Kat Armas joins Shifting Culture to talk about her new book, Liturgies for Resisting Empire, a powerful exploration of how empire shapes the way we think about God, community, time, and ourselves. She names the ways control, hierarchy, and productivity have distorted our faith and imaginations, and invites us into practices of resistance rooted in love, rest, and belonging. Kat offers a vision of wholeness that embraces paradox over dualism, kinship over domination, and peace over violence. This conversation points us toward a more human way of living. One where we belong without conditions and find God in the places empire forgets.Kat Armas is a Cuban American writer, speaker, and theologian from Miami, FL. She holds a ThM from Vanderbilt Divinity School, and a dual MDiv and MAT from Fuller Theological Seminary where she was awarded the Frederick Buechner Award for Excellence in Writing.Her first book, Abuelita Faith: What Women on the Margins Teach Us About Wisdom, Persistence and Strength, sits at the intersection of women, decolonialism, the Bible, and Cuban identity. Her second book, Sacred Belonging: A 40-day Devotional on the Liberating Heart of Scripture invites readers to encounter the Bible through a decolonized lens, lifting up themes of creation, wisdom, spirit, the body, and the feminine.Kat has spoken at seminaries, universities, and conferences nationwide and her work has appeared in the National Catholic Reporter—where one of her essays was shared by the pope!, Plough Magazine, The Christian Century, Christianity Today, Sojornours Magazine, and more.Kat currently lives on a small farm in middle Tennessee with her family—which includes her spouse, young children, chickens, goats, pigs, dogs, and cats. Her forthcoming third book Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World examines the ideologies of empire that infiltrate daily life and offers a pathway toward liberation. It releases November 4th.Kat's Book:Liturgies for Resisting EmpireKat's Recommendations:The CorrespondentTell Me EverythingResident AlienConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Contact me to advertise: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.com Support the show

Scripture Untangled
Season 11: Episode 9 | James Pedlar | How the Fruit of the Spirit Brings Unity to the Church

Scripture Untangled

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 38:50


Listen to Rev. Dr. James E. Pedlar, Professor of Theology at Tyndale Seminary, where he holds the Donald N. and Kathleen G. Bastian Chair of Wesley Studies being interviewed by CBS Ambassador Andrew Stirling. In this episode, they discuss the value of different denominations and how the spiritual gifts and fruit of the Spirit are always in place to bring unity and glorify God in the Church.   In this episode, James and Andrew discuss: James' formative years growing up in the Salvation Army, where an intergenerational church family helped nurture his early faith and love for God. Hearing God's call to ministry, and how it was shaped by James' love for Scripture and the encouragement of mentors who guided him toward full-time service. The importance of grace, gifts, and fruit in discerning how the church recognizes and confirms a call to ministry. The Salvation Army and Free Methodist and the shared heritage and theology of these two Wesleyan movements. Teaching at Tyndale Seminary and how James is living out a pastoral calling through scholarship and theological education. The Biblical call to Christian unity and what Scripture teaches about ecumenism and why unity matters to the Church's witness. Understanding our differences in the Body of Christ by balancing truth and love in inter-denominational relationships. Living in a ‘post-truth' age and how the Gospel speaks into a culture obsessed with “my truth.” How discovering the work of the Holy Spirit in the Church empowers believers with gifts and helps to guide the Church. James shares about equipping future leaders amid cultural and technological challenges, and requests prayers for wisdom, faithfulness, and the next generation of leaders who will carry the gospel forward. Read the transcript: biblesociety.ca/transcript-scripture-untangled-s11-ep9The Rev. Dr. James E. Pedlar is Professor of Theology at Tyndale Seminary, where he holds the Donald N. and Kathleen G. Bastian Chair of Wesley Studies. He also chairs Tyndale's history and theology department and directs the ThM program and the MA in Historical and Theological Studies. Dr. Pedlar specializes in the study of the Church – especially questions involving reform movements, Christian unity, authority structures, and ecumenical dialogue. He is a past President of the Wesleyan Theological Society, a Fellow of the Manchester Wesley Research Centre, a member of the Review Board of the Wesley Works Digitization Project, a Co-Editor of Wesley and Methodist Studies, and a member of the Study Commission on Doctrine for the Free Methodist Church in Canada. He is the author of two books: British Methodist Revivalism and the Eclipse of Ecclesiology (Routledge, 2024) and Division, Diversity, and Unity: A Theology of Ecclesial Charisms (Peter Lang, 2015). He is an ordained minister in the Free Methodist Church in Canada and serves as Worship and Teaching Pastor at Wesley Chapel Free Methodist Church. He and his wife, Samantha, have two daughters.  Canadian Bible Society: biblesociety.ca Help people hear God speak: biblesociety.ca/donate Connect with us on Instagram: @canadianbiblesociety The Bible Course: biblecourse.ca

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 457 We're Finally Doing It! The First Ever Trim Healthy Mama Conference

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 41:48


We can hardly believe we're saying this… it's finally happening! For years, you've asked us, “When will there be a Trim Healthy Mama conference?” and we always said, “One day…” Well, that day has come and we're excited to share all about it in this episode! Join us (and Danny, of course!) as we sit down with the incredible Coach Amy, the woman who has made this dream a reality. Together, we chat, laugh, and dream out loud about what's to come for the very first Trim Healthy Mama Conference 2026, The Gathering.! We'll share: ◽️The heart behind The Gathering and why this isn't just an event, but a family reunion of the THM sisterhood ◽️What you can expect (think powerful sessions, breakout talks, and even a pop-up THM Café!) ◽️Why community is such a vital part of transformation and how being together changes everything ◽️The evolution of the THM Coaching Program and the beautiful growth we're seeing in our coaches This episode is full of laughter, stories, and so much excitement. It's a peek into what's next for the THM family. So grab your tea or coffee, settle in, and dream along with us. The Gathering is coming… and we can't wait to see you there. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. Get Pearl and Serene's latest book – Purchase Trim Healthy Wisdom and join the women that are ready to “rock 40 and beyond.” Explore the Store: Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health. Join Our Membership! Go to www.TrimHealthyMembership.com to access special series, recipes, and other exclusive content. Get in the best shape of your life! Access their premium workout series, Tribe Healthy, go to www.Youtube.com/TrimHealthyMama Join KIAORA: Pearl and Serene have launched a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy tele-health company that is available in nearly every state in the USA! Go to www.KIAORA.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast
Hallmarked Man Reader Theories and Insights

Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 109:21


Nick and John have posted eight Hallmarked Man conversations since its publication last month and, as interesting as their back-and-forth talks have been, South Wales to American Fly Over Country, Lake to Shed, much of the best theorizing and interpreting of Strike 8 has been happening in the comment threads beneath those posts and in email messaging with John. Determined that these insights wouldn't be lost or invisible to Serious Strikers, they chose ten of the most challenging for a fun introduction to the fandom conversations readers not privy to the backchannel moderators network or who neglect the comment threads are missing.In addition, Nick shares the credible speculation that Rowling's weeklong absence from tweeting has been because she is on her Samsara yacht in the South Pacific, circling Bora Bora, believe it or don't. John quizzes Nick, too, about the election in South Wales, Caerphilly to be exact, and the reason the results in that dependably Labour area have the UK buzzing (and why Strike readers might expect the populist party victories will color Strikes 9 and 10).A quick ‘table of contents' for their hasty review, then, followed by links and transcripts! Enjoy — and, yes, have at in the comment threads, please, the locus of Strike fandom conversations.* Ed Shardlow: Gorilla Ryan* Vicky: Boxes and Plush Toys* Sandra Hope: Traditional Symbolism* Justin Clavet: Only Fans Gaffe (Ed Shardlow -- ‘Not Proven' error)* Bora Bora* Justin Clavet: On Manhood* Ed Shardlow: Ickabog Parallel Book Theory* Sandra Hope: Hallmarked Man as Rowling's ‘Greatest Hits' allusion collection* LC - Dorothy Sayers* Kathleen O'Connor -- Alternative Incest* Caerphilly elections -- UK meaning* Ring Composition ProjectPromised Links and Transcripts:* Ed Shardlow's ‘Gorilla Ryan' TheoryThe Ryan the Gorilla theory came to me at the point in the book where Robin has an epiphany following an impulse to look up the meaning of a name. I think this was the Jolanda-Violet realisation, but I thought she'd suddenly realised the full extent of Ryan's dark side, with the significance being the previously noted meaning of his name “Sea King” suggesting a connection between him and Wade King.That theory seemed very flimsy at first, but on further examination it might have some mileage. There are some notable differences between the attack in the Land Rover and the previous ones. Although we imagine the attacker wearing a gorilla mask, there's no mention of it, and in fact it says she can see his face. Also the Land Rover attacker makes no demands that she, “Stop” or, “Leave it”. She hits Wade with the pepper spray, which of course, would be difficult for Ryan to cover up, but she didn't inflict any such injuries on the gorilla attacker. Wade clearly intends to hurt her, whereas the other attacks had no physical violence and look very much like they were just intended to scare her.1) It's hinted that Branfoot knows about Robin's rape, and she says it's on the internet, but we never get any indication that King or Griffiths know about it. Strike and Robin never consider that the attacker might be someone who knows about it because they're close to Robin. That seems like an oversight.2) The gorilla attacker never refers to a specific case. Murphy may be scaring her into quitting the job and getting away from Strike, whereas a suspect would want her to stop investigating their specific case.3) The police don't take the rubber gorilla and dagger for DNA testing. That's pretty strange, unless there's someone on the inside blocking the investigation.There's a bit of an issue with the guy in the green jacket, who presumably Robin can see isn't Ryan when he's on the industrial estate and outside her flat. Presumably that was Wade.So, there would need to be some explanation for how or why Murphy is wearing the same jacket when he accosts her with the ceremonial dagger. But that's not insurmountable.Murphy would have been very surprised to encounter Matthew (sic, he means ‘Martin' -ed.), who he knows from Masham, outside Robin's flat. The narrative very much prompts us to think there's something going on with Murphy, but then we put this down to his work issues and associated relapse, but perhaps that blinds us (and Robin) to another possibility. And if it is the case, then Strike hasn't just let Robin go to dinner with his romantic rival, but she's heading into mortal danger. Were his instincts subconsciously alerting him to the threat? Did he leave it too late to shout, “Brake!” again?Nicola Reed's Objection to ‘Gorilla Ryan' (Sandy Hope, too)Kathleen O'Connor's Cogent Counterpoint to John's Incredulity about No One Noticing How Short Faux-Wright was in the Ramsay Silver footageVicky on the Interpretation of Robin's “Stuffed Toy” DreamBrenna Hill asks ‘Why is the New Ellacott Puppy Named Betty?'Sandra Hope Jumpstarts Conversation about Traditional Symbolism in Hallmarked Man* Masonic Orb Pendant for sale on Etsy ($795)* Jacob's Ladder Mosaic in Masonic Hall, London (Alamy)* The Bohun Swan (‘Chained Swan') (Wikipedia)Justin Clavet: The ‘Only Fans' Gaffe· I commented on the Hogwarts Professor gaffes pillar [Placeholder, ed.] post about the OnlyFans error - that the OnlyFans website was launched in November 2016, but in the book, the murdered Sofia is said to be a prolific OnlyFans poster before her disappearance in June of that same year. The OnlyFans account is only a small point in this large plot, but one that is repeatedly referred to, and Sofia's OnlyFans account is what ultimately brought her to the attention of her killer. For such a meticulous plotter and, as John would say, “OCD” author as Rowling is, does this real-world chronological impossibility give you pause? What other big historical error like this can be found in her books?· Did you notice that the interview with the pornstar occurs in chapter 69? I think Rowling was having a bit of (structural) fun and winking at the observant reader with that one.* Justin Clavet's 3 September ‘Gaffes' posting about ‘Only Fans'The reference to OnlyFans in chapter 33 (p. 269) felt anachronistic to me, as I don't remember ever hearing about the website before the pandemic era. And sure enough, according to Wikipedia (citing a New York Times article), the website didn't launch until November 2016. Therefore, Sofia – who was murdered in June 2016 – could not have been a prolific OnlyFans poster. Sofia's supposed OnlyFans account is referenced several further times throughout the book. Based on data from Google Trends, it seems incredibly unlikely that Strike and Robin would have readily known what OnlyFans was in late 2016/early 2017. So Where is Bora Bora?The Caerphilly 2025 Election: Victories for Left and Right Wing Populist Parties* 2025 Caerphilly Bi-Election (Wikipedia!)* UK's Ruling Labour Suffer Crushing Defeat Against Political Insurgents at Ballot Box (Breitbart)Justin Clavet ‘On Manhood in Hallmarked Man'The biggest thing that struck me in this book was the persistent themes of manhood woven throughout: the responsibilities, relationships, and hardships of men. * The central crime is linked with a secretive fraternal organization. * It opens with the death of Strike's father figure Ted, a “proper man” (p. 38), by whose maxims Strike is newly resolved to live. * We learn that Ted would've murdered (or been murdered by) his father Trevik if he hadn't left home and joined the army (p. 39), just like Strike would have come to blows (or worse) with his step-father Whittaker if he hadn't left home and joined the army. * While he loses the man he called his dad, he has a real meeting with his natural father for the first time. Rokeby shares that, in Strike, he had produced a proper man” (p. 747). * Strike celebrates not having fathered a child (while Robin is distraught in the wake of her own lost child, and devastated that the option to be a mother may no longer be hers to choose).* Richard de Leon says that his brother Danny was made the way he is because of his father's mistreatment. * Strike is bewildered that Danny (who integrates his brother's Christian name into his porn name, Dick de Lion) and Richard could be so close and share so much with each other, contrasting this with his own relationship with Al. * Leda and Rena are both shown to have suffered because of the absence of their more stable brothers. * Strike observes that “men are seen as disposable in certain contexts” (pp. 107f).* Wardle, who is shown to be a caring and dedicated father to his young child, opens up to Strike about his depression and his marriage troubles. * Strike reflects on the shallow friendships he has with other men, and later sees how this kind of friendship can be toxic with the wrong personalities (in Powell, Pratt, and Jones, p. 860). * Strike fears Wardle may be at risk of suicide. Niall is found to have committed suicide after his brother in arms was horrifically executed by Islamist combatants. The public can't be bothered to care about the tragic loss of this man who heroically put his life on the line for his country - preferring instead to lend their attention to the spectacle of another man, Branfoot, who went to extreme lengths to indulge his basest and most perverse desires (p. 873).Like many events in this book, this theme - with characters showing genuine concern and thoughtful consideration of complex men's issues - is a mirror image of one presented in Troubled Blood with the character of Carl Oakden and his cynical men's rights grift.This barely scratches the surface of the notes that I took on this theme, which I saw running deep through the whole book. I wondered if I was just seeing this in the text because of my own perspective as a man, or if it really was there. Indeed, you could find hints of this theme in each of the preceding seven books. But the structural clues left me convinced it was intentional. And when I watched this video (https://robert-galbraith.com/robert-galbraith-discusses-the-case-in-the-hallmarked-man/) the day after finishing the book, there was no doubt.Justin Clavet on the Hallmarked Man Dedication and Rokeby's Gratitude· I connected the book's dedication to Sean and Nadine Harris with Rokeby's statement on p. 748, “Not everyone's got a mate called Leo ‘oo stops ‘em livin' rough” and that he attributes his artistic and financial success to his friend's generosity and charity.Ed Shardlow on The Ickabog as Hallmarked Man's Parallel BookConscious of the links between the first 7 books of the series and the Potter books, and with three books purportedly remaining in the series, I was primed to see a connection between The Hallmarked Man and one of Casual Vacancy, Christmas Pig or the Ickabog. I didn't have any predisposition to it being any of those. Even if Rowling is taking them in some sort of chronological order, there's reason to believe the orders of conception, writing and publishing may differ.At the end of Part One, I thought the Ickabog looked like the best fit based on the fact that the central mystery of who the body in the vault was has a certain similarity to the mystery of the Ickabog itself and whether it was real or a myth. The importance of the truth and the damage done by lies are fundamental to the Ickabog story, and I thought from the start those were major themes in THM.The other correspondences I've spotted:* The police, in various guises, like the royal guard play an important part, largely inept, self-serving, and perpetrators of miscarriages of justice.* The aristocrats - Lord Branfoot, Lady Jenson, Dino Longcaster - lie and deceive to protect their own interests, causing untold damage in the process.* There's terrorism, and terrorism being used to spread fear and division.* Ultimately Rupert and Decima, two sexes but one entity, produce an offspring that may have been defective or corrupted by the state of the world he was born into, but seems to have emerged happy and healthy. Daisy Dovetail having persuaded Rupert the Ickabog that humanity was worth making compromises for.* The main antagonist traps a woman in his house. I thought their names were Esmeralda and Sapphire, but it's Lady Eslanda not Esmeralda… But apparently Eslanda can mean emerald, or VIOLET, or truth… So Eslanda corresponds to both Sapphire and Jolanda!* We visit a feudal state* Ben Liddell – the soldier killed in an incident in a land where there shouldn't have been any military conflict happening and it being covered up by the government* Sandra Hope: The Footprint!Ed Shardlow, I can't wait for your show on the parallels between THM and the Ickabog!!! I just finished rereading both of them and I'm losing my mind! Omg, the footprint: “The Flaw in the Plan (ch32) is that the footprint is hopping (not so much terrifying as ludicrously funny) and Strike noting that the bearer of the footprint in the vault has a limp!! Please let this conversation happen soon!!Sandra Hope: Strike 8 as a ‘Rowling's Greatest Hits Album' of Allusions:Allusions that took my breath away:* Ectopic pregnancy- TB* Schadenfreude- CC* “So many babies”- not just born, but what they're born into- Ickabog borndings* Human trafficking ring- RG* Woman buried in/under concrete- TB* Staged murder involving mutilation- Silkworm* Violent attacks & subsequent PTSD- a Rowling theme in every book, but especially CE & LW* DNA testing & fatherhood- CV, TB* Guys trying to find right time to ask a potential partner a question- GOF lol* Valentine's Day mishaps- CS, TB* Behavior of abandoned mothers-Silkworm (& HBP), specifically Merope, Leonora, Decima (also Leda)* Journalism as a weapon- GOF, OOP, Silkworm, RG* Potential ill usage of mirrors- SSNot a complete list by any means lolLC – Dorothy Sayers Connection?I don't know if there is anything in my seeing parallels between Cormoran and Robin and Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vance (Dorothy Sayers): Peter and Harriet had a very long acquaintance before they finally got engaged, with lots of twists and turns. Peter goes deep undercover in an ad agency in one novel; the feel of it was very similar to Robin going deep undercover in Lethal White. Also, the Sayers novel “Five Red Herrings” also features five men--in this case, five men who could have been the murderer (instead of the victim). Sayers also had very intricate plots that were puzzles--and was a Dante scholar. I believe Jo has mentioned that she admired Sayers. I don't know if these are just interesting parallels that Jo is having fun with or not, but they certainly seem to be more than coincidences. Thanks!Kathleen O'Connor – Alternative Incest Big Twist IdeasI'm impressed by your arguments that we will see some shocking twists – in addition to the shocking twist that Rokeby is actually, in his old age, a good father to his mature son, Cormoran, and not at all the image-focused a*****e we have seen through Strike's eyes up to now. I don't think, however, we will find that Rokeby is not Strike's father. That revelation would dilute Strike's growth in terms of his realizations that he has been mistaken about many things that he has taken for granted in his life. Instead, I think instead we will see a continuation of Robeby's rehabilitation until eventually, like Snape, Rokeby makes some kind of big sacrifice to aid Cormoran or someone/something else important to Cormoran. Also, even though Strike does not physically resemble Rokeby, he does resemble Prudence: * “Seeing them face to face, Robin spotted her partner's resemblance to Jonny Rokeby for the first time. He and his half-sister shared the same defined jaw, the same spacing of the eyes. She wondered – she who had three brothers, all of the same parentage – what it felt like, to make a first acquaintance with a blood relative in your forties. But there was something more there than a faint physical resemblance between brother and sister: they appeared, already, to have established an unspoken understanding.” - The Running Grave And: * “In youth, Strike knew, Rokeby had been exactly as tall as his oldest son, though he was now a little shorter.” - The Hallmarked Man Maybe the big twist and incest plot is connected to either Switch or Whittaker. As we learn from Wikipedia in Career of Evil, Jeff Whittaker never knew who his father was. A strong possibility could be that Patricia Whittaker's own father, Sir Randolph, had gotten her pregnant with Jeff. In that case, keeping that secret – as well as simply keeping the baby away from Leda – could have been the motive for a Whittaker family member to have killed Leda. An even bigger twist might be that Leda did commit suicide, using exactly the method of Krystal Weedon, after she realized that she was Whittaker's sister. Would it be possible for Trevik to have met up with Patricia Whitaker in London and gotten her pregnant? Regardless of the incest angle, I do think we might find that Leda, whose life choices have not allowed her to develop the strength or discipline to face hard truths, may have committed suicide rather than cope with some kind of guilt (maybe she found out what happened to Lucy?). There are multiple examples that foreshadow these possibilities – off the top of my head, there are “naughty boy” wealthy aristos (Freddy Chiswell, Alexander Graves, Will Edensor, Jago Ross) who might parallel Sir Randolph or Jeff Whittaker, and multiple characters who confuse suicide with sacrifice or who simply cannot face what they have done (Cherie Gittins, Krystal Weedon, Yasmin Weatherhead). Rhiannon Winn and Ellie Fancourt both commit suicide because they cannot cope with the shame they feel as a result of others' cruelty.Also, I can think of two points that support your idea that we will find out some bad things about Ted. Number one, the revelations that Dumbledore was extremely flawed are crucial to Harry's story. In fact, I suggest that writing characters who are not merely “gray” but who are simultaneously really good and really bad is a “golden thread” of Rowling's work. And, number two, we hear multiple times that Ted taught Strike, “There's no pride in having what you never worked for” while Rokeby says “I don't wanna die wivvout knowin' ya. You fink I 'aven't got the right to be proud, maybe, but I am. I'm proud of ya.” I don't think it is an accident that Rowling sets up this opposition, and I also think she wants us to admire Rokey's desire to know his son. Get full access to Hogwarts Professor at hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

Knowing Faith
Is It Wrong To Want To Be Happy? with Bobby Jamieson

Knowing Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 32:01


Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Bobby Jamieson to discuss his book “Everything Is Never Enough,” the book of Ecclesiastes, and what happiness is.Questions Covered in This Episode:Is it wrong to want to be happy?Why did this become your thing?What are the common misconceptions about what happiness is?Do you feel like the answer lies in the book of Ecclesiastes or in the rest of the Bible?What does fear of the Lord mean?When you talk about happiness, what do you have to clear off the ground?Is it possible to be “too God centered” where you miss out on the goodness of creation?How have you learned to talk about this to your congregation?How do you respond to people who say, “don't find your identity in being a mom, find your identity in Christ?”If we enjoy something, is it an idol?Helpful Definitions:Fear of the Lord: Reverence awe of His power, humble trembling at His generosity, confessing before His holiness, and marveling at His grace.Guest Bio:Bobby Jamieson serves as an associate pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He has an MDiv and ThM from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a PhD in New Testament from the University of Cambridge, where he also taught Greek. Bobby and his wife, Kristin, have four children, Rose, Lucy, William, and Margaret.Bobby is the author of several books, including but not limited to; Sound Doctrine: How a Church Grows in the Love and Holiness of God, Going Public: Why Baptism Is Required for Church Membership, Jesus' Death and Heavenly Offering in Hebrews, The Paradox of Sonship: Christology in The Epistle to the Hebrews, and The Path to Being a Pastor: A Guide for the Aspiring.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Ecclesiastes, Proverbs 31:30, Psalm 16:6“Everything Is Never Enough” by R B Jamieson“Remaking the World” by Andrew WilsonKnowing Faith Has Therapeutic Language Invaded The Church?“Desiring God” by John Piper Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast
Hallmarked Man Q&A with Nick Jeffery and John Granger (2)

Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2025 104:33


Nick Jeffery and John Granger continue their Q&A conversations about Rowling-Galbraith's Hallmarked Man (if you missed the first discussion, click here to catch up). As usual, the pair promised to send links and notes along with their recorded back and forth for anyone wanting to read more about the subjects they discussed. Scroll down for their seven plus one questions and a bevy of bonus material they trust will add to your appreciation of Rowling's Strike 8 artistry and meaning. Cheers!Q1: What is the meaning of or artistry involved with Pat Chauncey's three fish in the Agency's fish tank, ‘Robin,' ‘Cormoran,' and ‘Travolta/Elton'?Mise en Abyme (Wikipedia)In Western art history, mise en abyme (French pronunciation: [miz ɑ̃n‿abim]; also mise en abîme) is the technique of placing a copy of an image within itself, often in a way that suggests an infinitely recurring sequence. In film theory and literary theory, it refers to the story within a story technique.The term is derived from heraldry, and means placed into abyss (exact middle of a shield). It was first appropriated for modern criticism by the French author André Gide. A common sense of the phrase is the visual experience of standing between two mirrors and seeing an infinite reproduction of one's image. Another is the Droste effect, in which a picture appears within itself, in a place where a similar picture would realistically be expected to appearSnargaloff pods (Harry Potter Wiki)“It sprang to life at once; long, prickly, bramble-like vines flew out of the top and whipped through the air... Harry succeeded in trapping a couple of vines and knotting them together; a hole opened in the middle of all the tentacle-like branches... Hermione snatched her arm free, clutching in her fingers a pod... At once, the prickly vines shot back inside and the gnarled stump sat there looking like an innocently dead lump of wood“— The trio dealing with the Snargaluff plant in sixth year Herbology classSnargaluff was a magical plant with the appearance of a gnarled stump, but had dangerous hidden thorn-covered vines that attacked when provoked, and was usually best handled by more than one person.Juliana's Question about the Oranda Goldfish:did anyone else notice - I confess to only noticing this on my second re-read of THM- that Travolta, Pat's third fish, dies?What do we think about this? Could this mean Mr. Ryan F. Murphy dies…? Or could it just be foreshadowing of the fact that him and Robin don't end up together? I think the fish symbolism was quite humorous and delightful paralleling such a deep and intricate plot. Just wanted to know if anyone noticed this tinge of humor towards the end of the book… As for the fish theory, Pat's three fish in the tank: Strike, Robin and the third, she calls, Travolta — ironically, named after a “handsome” man. I'm thinking JKR meant Travolta, the fish to symbolize Murphy…What I was referring to in my original comment: the three fish = the love triangle between Ellacott/Murphy/Strike. I was asking: since Travolta died in Chapter 113, do we think this foreshadows Murphy either dying physically, or just that Robin and Murphy do not end up together?John's ‘Fish and Peas' Response:It's a relief to learn that Travolta's most famous role wasn't a character named Ryan Murphy that everyone in the world except myself knows very well. Thank you for this explanation!There's more to your idea, though, I think, then you have shared. Forgive me if you were already aware of this textual argument that suggests very strongly that these Oranda goldfish have been an important part of Rowling's plan from the series from the start. In brief, it's about the peas.In Part 2, Chapter 3, of ‘Cuckoo's Calling,' Robin and Matt are having their first fight about Strike and the Agency. The chapter ends with an odd note that this disagreement has blemished the Cunliffe couple's engagement.“She waited until he had walked away into the sitting room before turning off the tap. There was, she noticed, a fragment of frozen pea caught in the setting of her engagement ring.” (73)Your theory that the fish bowl is an embedded picture of the state of Robin's feelings for Murphy and Strike, a Mise en abyme of sorts, is given credibility in the eyes of this reader by the appearance of frozen peas as the cure for the dying Cormoran goldfish. It is hard for a Rowling Reader to believe that these two mentions of frozen pea fragments were coincidental or unrelated, which means that (a) Rowling had the office Oranda goldfish scene-within-the-scene in Strike 8 foreshadowed by the Strike 1 tiff, and (b) therefore of real significance.There is another pea bit, of course, in ‘Troubled Blood' at Skegness, a passage that links Robin's heart or essence with peas.Strike was still watching the starlings when Robin set down two polystyrene trays, two small wooden forks and two cans of Coke on the table.“Mushy peas,” said Strike, looking at Robin's tray, where a hefty dollop of what looked like green porridge sat alongside her fish and chips.“Yorkshire caviar,” said Robin, sitting down. “I didn't think you'd want any.”“You were right,” said Strike, picking up a sachet of tomato sauce while watching with something like revulsion as Robin dipped a chip into the green sludge and ate it.“Soft Southerner, you are,” she said, and Strike laughed. (807-808)If you tie this in with the fish symbolism embedded in Rowling's favorite paintings and the meaning of ‘Oranda,' this is quite a bit of depth in that fish bowl -- and in your argument that the death of Travolta signifies Murphy is out of consideration.You're probably to young to remember this but Travolta's most famous role will always be Tony Manero in ‘Saturday Night Fever,' the breakout event of his acting career. Manero longs for a woman way out of his league, attempts to rape her after they win a dance contest, she naturally rejects him, but they wind up as friends.Or in a book so heavy in the cultish beliefs and practices of Freemasonry, especially with respect to policemen that are also “on the square,” maybe the Travolta-Murphy link is just that the actor is, with Tom Cruise, as famous (well...) for his beliefs in Scientology as for his acting ability.So, yes, it's fun, your ‘Peas and Fish' theory, but there's something to it.Check out this note on ‘Peas' in the Strike novels from Renee over at the weblog: https://www.hogwartsprofessor.com/hallmarked-man-placeholder-post-index/comment-page-1/#comment-1699017 The fish symbolism embedded in Rowling's favorite painting: https://hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/p/rowlings-favorite-painting-and-what And the meaning of ‘Oranda:' https://www.hogwartsprofessor.com/rowling-twixter-fish-and-strike-update/Follow-Up by Julianna:I'm not sure what exact chapter this is in, but let's also not forget that on Sark, Strike procures a bag of frozen peas to soothe the spade to his face injury. I also want to add that he has used frozen peas before, to soothe his aching leg too, but I could be wrong about that…I cant remember where I've read that, so it might not be true….Lastly, after reading Renee's comment, I have to say, that now I do believe that the peas might have been an ongoing symbol for Strike (a la…the pea in the engagement ring) and…stay with me here….peas are potentially, what save Cormoran, the goldfish, from dying.“The black fish called Cormoran was again flailing helplessly at the top of the tank. ‘Stupid a*****e, you've done it to your f*cking self'.” And the very last line of the book being: “Then pushed himself into a standing position ear and knee both throbbing. In the absence of anything else he could do to improve his present situation, he set off for the attic to fetch the empty margerine tub…and some peas.” (Chapter 127).My point being: this could be a way of Rowling saying, that Strike saves himself from himself…another psychological undertone in her stories. (Lake reference: Rowling has pulled herself up out of poverty ‘by her own bootstraps' we say.) Thoughts? Thanks for induldging me here, John! I am enjoying this conversation. Apologies for the grammar and potentially confusing train of thoughts.And from Vicky:Loving the theories and symbolism around the peas and fish! Just had a thought too re John quoting the Troubled blood scene. Robin calls mushy peas by a familiar term “Yorkshire caviar”. Caviar is of course fish eggs, and poor Robin, Yorkshire born, spends much of THM agonising over the thought and pressure of freezing her eggs. Giuliana mentioned the frozen peas Strike puts on his swollen face after the spade hit...maybe this is foreshadowing to their intimate and honest dinner conversation later with Robin baring her heart to Strike about her ectopic pregnancy griefQ2: Why didn't the Strike-Ellacott Agency or the Metropolitan Police figure out how the murderer entered the Ramsay Silver vault to kill William Wright the first time they saw the grainy surveillance film of the auction house crate deliveries?Tweet UrlFrom ‘The Locked Room Lecture' (John Dickson Carr) It's silly to be disappointed in a border-line absurd Locked Room Mystery such as Hallmarked Man because improbability is close to a requirement in such stories:“But this point must be made, because a few people who do not like the slightly lurid insist on treating their preferences as rules. They use, as a stamp of condemnation, the word ‘improbable.' And thereby they gull the unwary into their own belief that ‘improbable' simply means ‘bad.'“Now, it seems reasonable to point out that the word improbable is the very last which should ever be used to curse detective fiction in any case. A great part of our liking fofr detective fiction is based on a liking for improbability. When A is murdered, and B and C are under strong suspicion, it is improbably that the innocent-looking D can be guilty. But he is. If G has a perfect alibi, sworn to at every point by every other letter in the alphabet, it is improbable that G can have committed the crime. But he has. When the detective picks up a fleck of coal dust at the seashore, it is improbable that such an insignificant thing can have any importance. But it will. In short, you come to a point where the word improbable grows meaningless as a jeer. There can be no such thing as any probability until the end of the story. And then, if you wish the murder to be fastened on an unlikely person (as some of us old fogies do), you can hardly complain because he acted from motives less likely or necessarily less apparent than those of the person first suspected.“When the cry of ‘This-sort-of-thing-wouldn't-happen!' goes up, when you complain about half-faced fiends and hooded phantoms and blond hypnotic sirens, you are merely saying, ‘I don't like this sort of story.' That's fair enough. If you do not like it, you are howlingly right to say so. But when you twist this matter of taste into a rule for judging the merit or even the probability of the story, you are merely saying, ‘This series of events couldn't happen, because I shouldn't enjoy it if it did.'“What would seem to be the truth of the matter? We might test it out by taking the hermetically sealed chamber as an example, because this situation has been under a hotter fire than any other on the grounds of being unconvincing.“Most people, I am delighted to say, are fond of the locked room. But – here's the damned rub – even its friends are often dubious. I cheerfully admit that I frequently am. So, for the moment, we'll all side together on this score and see what we can discover. Why are we dubious when we hear the explanation of the locked room? Not in the least because we are incredulous, but simply because in some vague way we are disappointed. And from that feeling it is only natural to take an unfair step farther, and call the whole business incredible or impossible or flatly ridiculous.” (reprinted in The Art of the Mystery Story [Howard Haycraft] 273-286)Q3: Hallmarked Man is all about silver and Freemasonry. What is the historical connection between South American silver (‘Argentina' means ‘Land of Silver'), the end of European feudalism, and the secret brotherhood of the Masons?How Silver Flooded the World: And how that Replaced Feudalism and the Church with Capitalism and Nation-States (‘Uncharted Territories,' Tomas Pueyo) In Europe, silver also triggered the discovery of America, a technological explosion, and a runaway chain of events that replaced feudalism with capitalism and nation-states. If you understand this, you'll be able to understand why nation-states are threatened by cryptocurrencies today, and how their inevitable success will weaken nation-states. In this premium article, we're going to explore how Europe starved for silver, and how the reaction to this flooded the world with silver. ,See also Never Bet Against America and Argentina Could be a Superpower, both by Pueyo.‘Conspiracy Theories associated with Freemasonry' (Wikipedia)* That Freemasonry is a Jewish front for world domination or is at least controlled by Jews for this goal. An example of this is the anti-Semitic literary forgery The Protocols of the Elders of Zion. Adolf Hitler believed that Freemasonry was a tool of Jewish influence,[12] and outlawed Freemasonry and persecuted Freemasons partially for this reason.[13] The covenant of the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas claims that Freemasonry is a “secret society” founded as part of a Zionist plot to control the world.[14] Hilaire Belloc thought Jews had “inaugurated” freemasonry “as a bridge between themselves and their hosts”[15]* That Freemasonry is tied to or behind Communism. The Spanish dictator Francisco Franco had often associated his opposition with both Freemasonry and Communism, and saw the latter as a conspiracy of the former; as he put it, “The whole secret of the campaigns unleashed against Spain can be explained in two words: masonry and communism”.[16] In 1950, Irish Roman Catholic priest Denis Fahey republished a work by George F. Dillon under the title Grand Orient Freemasonry Unmasked as the Secret Power Behind Communism. Modern conspiracy theorists such as Henry Makow have also claimed that Freemasonry intends the triumph of Communism[17]* That Freemasons are behind income taxes in the US. One convicted tax protester has charged that law enforcement officials who surrounded his property in a standoff over his refusal to surrender after his conviction were part of a “Zionist, Illuminati, Free Mason [sic] movement”.[18] The New Hampshire Union Leader also reported that “the Browns believe the IRS and the federal income tax are part of a deliberate plot perpetrated by Freemasons to control the American people and eventually the world”[19]Umberto Eco's The Prague Cemetery, a Freemasonry Novel (Wikipedia)So much for the link between Freemasonry and Baphomet worship!‘The Desacralization of Work' (Roger Sworder, Mining, Metallurgy, and the Meaning of Life)Q4: Ian Griffiths is the Bad Guy of Hallmarked Man. His name has definite Christian overtones (a ‘Griffin,' being half-eagle, half-lion, King of Heaven and Earth, is a symbol of Christ); could it also be another pointer to Rowling's mysterious ‘Back Door Man,' Harry Bingham, author of the Fiona Griffiths series?Troubled Blood: The Acknowledgments (Nick Jeffery, November 2020)In both Silkworm and Career Rowling/Galbraith's military advisors are thanked as SOBE (Sean Harris OBE?) Deeby (Di Brookes?) and the Back Door Man. Professor Granger has identified the Back Door Man as a southern US slang term for a man having an illicit relationship, but beyond this is so far unidentified.Any thoughts on her dedications or acknowledgements? Any new leads for the elusive Back Door Man? Please comment down below.Harry Bingham's website, June 2012“My path into TALKING TO THE DEAD was a curious one. I was approached by a well-known figure who was contemplating working with a ghostwriter on a crime thriller. I hadn't read any crime for a long time, but was intrigued by the project. So I went out and bought about two dozen crime novels, then read them back-to-back over about two weeks.”Could Rowling have hired a (gasp) “ghost writer”? Or was it just “expert editorial assistance” she was looking for, what Bingham offers today?Author's Notes in The Strange Death of Fiona Grifiths (Publication date 29th January 2015, before Career of Evil):“If you want to buy a voice activated bugging device that looks like (and is) an ordinary power socket, it'll set you back about fifty pounds (about eighty bucks).”This is the same surveillance device used in Lethal White, but interestingly is not used in Bingham's book. (Nick Jeffery)Moderators Backchannel List of Correspondences between Cormoran Strike series and Bingham's Fiona Griffiths mystery-thrillers (John Granger):(1) A series that has an overarching mystery about which we get clues in every story, one linked to a secret involving a parent who is well known but whose real life is a mystery even to their families;(2) A series that is preoccupied with psychological issues, especially those of the brilliant woman protagonist who suffers from a mental illness and who is a student of psychology;(3) A series that is absorbed with death and populated by the dead who have not yet passed on and who influence the direction of the investigation more or less covertly (”I think we have just one world, a continuum, one populated by living and dead alike,” 92, This Thing of Darkness), a psychic and spiritual realm book that rarely touches on formal religion (Dead House and Deepest Grave excepted, sort of);(4) A series that, while being a police procedural because the detective is a police officer, is largely about how said sergeant works around, even against the hierarchy of department authority and decision makers, “with police help but largely as an independent agent;”(5) A series that makes glancing references to texts that will jar Rowling Readers: “All shall be well” (284, Love Story with Murders), she drives a high heel into a creepy guy's foot when he comes up to her from behind (75, This Thing of Darkness), Clerkenwell! (103, The Dead House), a cave opening cathedral-like onto a lake, the heroine enters with a mentor, blood spilled at the entrance, and featuring a remarkable escape (chapter 34, The Dead House), etc, especially the Robin-Fiona parallels....(6) A series starring a female protagonist who works brilliantly undercover, whose story is about recovery from a trauma experienced when she was a college student, who struggles mostly with her romantic relationships with men, a struggle that is a combination of her mental health-recovery progress (or lack of same) and her vocation as a detective, who is skilled in the martial art of self-defense, and who is from a world outside London, an ethnicity and home fostering, of all things, a love of sheep;(7) A series with a love of the mythological or at least the non-modern (King Arthur! Anchorites!)Q5: Can you help us out with some UK inside jokes or cultural references of which we colonists can only guess the meaning? Start with Gateshead, Pit Ponies, and Council Flats and Bed-Sits!* Gateshead (Wikipedia)J. B. Priestley, writing of Gateshead in his 1934 travelogue English Journey, said that “no true civilisation could have produced such a town”, adding that it appeared to have been designed “by an enemy of the human race”.* Pit Ponies (Wikipedia)Larger horses, such as varieties of Cleveland Bay, could be used on higher underground roadways, but on many duties small ponies no more than 12 hands (48 inches, 122 cm) high were needed. Shetlands were a breed commonly used because of their small size, but Welsh, Russian, Devonshire (Dartmoor) and Cornish ponies also saw extensive use in England.[2] In the interwar period, ponies were imported into Britain from the Faroe Islands, Iceland and the United States. Geldings and stallions only were used. Donkeys were also used in the late 19th century, and in the United States, large numbers of mules were used.[6] Regardless of breed, typical mining ponies were low set, heavy bodied and heavy limbed with plenty of bone and substance, low-headed and sure-footed. Under the British Coal Mines Act 1911 (1 & 2 Geo. 5. c. 50), ponies had to be four years old and work ready (shod and vet checked) before going underground.[15] They could work until their twenties.At the peak of this practice in 1913, there were 70,000 ponies underground in Britain.In shaft mines, ponies were normally stabled underground[16] and fed on a diet with a high proportion of chopped hay and maize, coming to the surface only during the colliery's annual holiday.* Council Flats (Wikipedia)Q6: What are Rowling Readers to think of Robin's dream in chapter 22 (174 )when she's sleeping next to Murphy but dreaming of being at Ramsay's Silver with Strike and the showroom is filled with “cuddly toys instead of masonic swords and aprons”?* ‘Harry's Dreams:' Steve Vander Ark, Harry Potter LexiconQ7: The first bad news phone call that Robin takes from her mother Linda in Hallmarked Man is about the death of Rowntree. What is the connection between Robin's beloved Chocolate Labrador, Quakers, and Rowling's Golden Thread about ‘What is Real'?‘Troubled Blood: Poisoned Chocolates' (John Granger, 2021)‘Troubled Blood: The Secret of Rowntree' (John Granger, 2021)I explained in ‘Deathly Hallows and Penn's Fruits of Solitude‘ why Penn's quotation is a key to the Hogwarts Saga finale, how, in brief, the “inner light” doctrines of the Quakers and of non-conformist esoteric Christianity in general inform the story of Harry's ultimate victory in Dobby's grave over doubt and his subsequent ‘win' in his battle against death and the Dark Lord. I urge you to read that long post, one of the most important, I think, ever posted at HogwartsProfessor, for an idea of how central to Rowling's Christian faith the tenets of Quakerism really are as well as how this shows itself in Deathly Hallows.What makes the historical chocolate connection with the Quakers, one strongly affirmed in naming the Ellacott dog ‘Rowntree,' that much more interesting then is the easy segue from the “inner light” beliefs of the Christian non-conformists to the effect of chocolate on characters in Rowling and Galbraith novels. The conscience of man per the Quakers are our logos within that is continuous with the Logos fabric of reality, the Word that brings all things into existence and the light that is in every man (cf., the Prologue to St John's Gospel). Our inner peace and fellowship, in this view, depend on our identification with this transpersonal “inner light” rather than our ephemeral ego concerns.What is the sure way to recover from a Dementor attack, in which your worst nightmares are revisited? How does Robin deal with stress and the blues? Eat some chocolate, preferably a huge bar from Honeydukes or a chocolate brownie if you cannot get to Hogsmead.Access, in other words, the Quaker spiritual magic, the “inner light” peace of communion with what is Absolute and transcendent, a psychological effect exteriorized in story form by Rowling as the good feeling we have in eating chocolate. Or in the companionship and unconditional love of a beloved Labrador, preferably a chocolate Lab.Christmas Pig: The Blue Bunny' (John Granger, 2021)“Do you just want to live in nice houses?” asked Blue Bunny. “Or is there another reason you want to get in?”“Yes,” said Jack, before the Christmas Pig could stop him. “Somebody I need's in there. He's called DP and he's my favorite cuddly toy.”For a long moment, Jack and Blue Bunny stared into each other's eyes and then Blue Bunny let out a long sigh of amazement.“You're a boy,” he whispered. “You're real.”“He isn't,” said the panic-stricken Christmas Pig. “He's an action figure called—”“It's all right, Pig,” said Blue Bunny, “I won't tell anybody, I promise. You really came all the way into the Land of the Lost to find your favorite toy?” he asked Jack, who nodded.“Then I'll be your decoy,” said Blue Bunny. “It would be an honor” (169).The Bunny's recognition here of Jack as a messiah, sacrificial love incarnate, having descended into existence as a Thing himself from Up There where he was a source of the love that “alivens” objects, is one of, if not the most moving event in Christmas Pig. Note the words he uses: “You're real.”Rowling has used the word “real” twice before as a marker of reality transcending what we experience in conventional time and space, the sensible world. The first was in what she described as the “key” to the Harry Potter series, “lines I waited seventeen years to write” (Cruz), the end of the Potter-Dumbledore dialogue at King's Cross….In a Troubled Blood passage meant to echo that dialogue, with “head” and “backside” reflecting the characters inverted grasp of “reality,” Robin and Strike talk astrology:“You're being affected!” she said. “Everyone knows their star sign. Don't pretend to be above it.”Strike grinned reluctantly, took a large drag on his cigarette, exhaled, then said, “Sagittarius, Scorpio rising, with the sun in the first house.”“You're –” Robin began to laugh. “Did you just pull that out of your backside, or is it real?”“Of course, it's not f*****g real,” said Strike. “None of it's real, is it?” (Blood 242, highlighting in original).The Bunny's simple declaration, “You're real,” i.e., “from Up There,” the greater reality of the Land of the Living in which Things have their awakening in the love of their owners, clarifies these other usages. Dumbledore shares his wisdom with Harry that the maternal love which saved him, first at Godric's Hollow and then in the Forest, is the metaphysical sub-stance beneath, behind, and within all other reality. Strike gives Robin a dose of his skeptical ignorance and nominalist first principle that nothing is real but surface appearance subject to measurement and physical sensation, mental grasp of all things being consequent to that.Christmas Pig‘s “real” moment acts as a key to these others, one evident in the Bunny's response to the revelation of Jack's greater ontological status. He does a Dobby, offering to die for Jack as Jack has done in his descent into the Land of the Lost for DP, a surrender of self to near certain death in being given to the Loser he considers an “honor.” He acts spontaneously and selflessly as a “decoy,” a saving replacement in other words, for the “living boy” as Dobby did for the “Boy Who Lived.” The pathetic distraction that saved the DP rescue mission in Mislaid despite himself, crying out in desperation for his own existence, has metamorphized consequent to his experience with Broken Angel and in Jack's example, into a heroic decoy that allows Jack and CP to enter the City of the Missed.The Blue Bunny makes out better than the House-elf, too, and this is the key event of the book and the best evidence since the death of Lily Potter, Harry's defeat of Quirrell, and the demise of the Dark Lord that mother's love is Rowling's default symbolism for Christian love in her writing. The Bunny's choice to act as decoy, his decision to die to his ego-self, generates the life saving appearance of maternal love and its equivalent in the transference attachment a child feels for a beloved toy. The Johannine quality of the light that shines down on him from the Finding Hole and his Elijah-esque elevation nails down the Logos­-love correspondence.EC: All through Hallmarked Man Robin is saying to herself, “I think I love Ryan, no, really, I know I love him…,” which of course is Rowling's way of signaling the conflict this character has in her feelings for Strike and for Murphy. What is that about?* See ‘The Hallmarked Man's Mythological Template' for discussion of the Anteros/Eros distinction in the myth of Cupid and Psyche as well as the Strike-Ellacott novels Get full access to Hogwarts Professor at hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

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Theology in the Raw
Kaitlyn Schiess: Is "Exile" Really a Helpful Political Identity?

Theology in the Raw

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 71:30


Join the Theology in the Raw Patreon community to watch our "Extra Innings" conversation where Kaitlyn shares some horror stories about the Christian dating scene and gives some much-needed advice for anyone trying to set up their friends. Kaitlyn Schiess is a doctoral student in Christian ethics at Duke Divinity School. She has a ThM in systematic theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the author of The Ballot and the Bible: How Scripture has been Used and Abused in American Politics and Where We Go from Here (Brazos, 2023) and The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of Our Neighbor (IVP, 2020). Her writing has appeared at Christianity Today, The New York Times, RELEVANT, and Sojourners. Her work focuses on political theology, theological interpretation of the Old Testament prophets, and American religious history. Find more of her work at https://kaitlynschiess.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Expositors Collective
Preaching for Change and Obedience - Eric Lockheart

Expositors Collective

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 37:47


Preaching is never meant to stop at information - it is meant to produce transformation. That was the heart of Eric Lockhart's message, Preaching for Change and Obedience, delivered at the Expositors Collective training event in Kampala on 13 September 2024. With warmth and clarity, Eric urged preachers to stay rooted in the biblical text while pressing their listeners toward holiness and obedience through Spirit-empowered application.He reminded participants that the preacher's task is not to simply talk about the Bible but to faithfully declare what the Bible says. Using the image of a river, Eric explained that the power of preaching flows from the Holy Spirit working through the proclamation of Scripture. The goal is not to impress hearers with knowledge but to persuade them toward faithful action in response to God's Word.Eric also highlighted the necessity of application, both in the preacher's own life and in the lives of the audience. Biblical truth, he insisted, always demands a response. Application may be woven throughout a sermon or drawn out at the end, but it must be Christ-centred, specific, and actionable. In doing so, preaching helps believers become doers of the Word and not hearers only.Mr Eric Lockhart serves as Deputy Principal of Academic Affairs at Uganda Baptist Seminary. He holds an MDiv and ThM from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in North Carolina, and before moving to Uganda in 2018 with his wife and four boys, he pastored in the USA for fourteen years. At UBS, he lectures on Hermeneutics and Homiletics and continues to champion preaching that does more than inform - preaching that transforms.Mr. Eric Lockhart is First Deputy Principal of Academic Affairs at Uganda Baptist Seminary in Jinja, UG where he also serves as Lecturer. In addition, he serves with the International Mission Board (IMB) as the Theological Education Strategist for Sub-Saharan Africa. Likewise, he serves as convener of ABTEN and a contributor to AB316, the writing branch of ABTEN. Mr. Lockhart holds both a MDiv in Christian Ministry and a ThM in Applied Theology from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (SEBTS) in Wake Forest, NC. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Theology with an emphasis on preaching. Mr. Lockhart is a contributing author and co-editor of  True Prosperity: A Bible Study for the African Church. Previously, he served eighteen years as a pastor in United States. He has been married to Rebekah for 23 years. They are blessed with four sons, Elijah, Noah, Gavin, and Corban.For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveDonate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective

Knowing Faith
Does God Have Emotions? with Ronni Kurtz

Knowing Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 47:31


Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Ronni Kurtz to discuss the impassability of God.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why this is problematic to say (if it is): God has an emotional life.Does God feel?Is impassability part of historic Christian doctrine?What is true and beautiful about this?Are passions and emotions the same thing?When we say God is simple, what are we saying?What if you don't feel God's love?What do we lose if we lose impassability?As an image bearer, am I supposed to try to be impassable?Why is the doctrine of accommodation important to this conversation?Helpful Definitions:Impassable: God is not subject to emotions.Passion: Undergoing something.Diviven Simplicity: God is not composed of parts.Anthropomorphism: God describing himself in creaturely-like parts.Anthropopathism: God reveals himself in human emotive language.Anthropocronism: God describes himself in human-like time.Guest Bio:Ronni Kurtz serves as Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Kurtz holds a PhD in Systematic Theology, a ThM in Pedagogy, and an MDiv from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also has a BA in Biblical Studies from Southwest Baptist University. Dr. Kurtz is the author of numerous books and academic articles, including but not limited to Fruitful Theology, Proclaiming the Triune God, and Light Unapproachable. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:1 Peter 2, Romans 6:12, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 John 4:7, Acts 14, Hebrews 4-5, Philippians 2, Exodus 33, 1 Samuel 15, Exodus 20, Job 4, 1 Samuel 15, Deuteronomy 32, Genesis 6Deep Discipleship Program Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chattin' with Coach Amy
From Pressure to Peace - The One with Lauren T

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 29:49


This week on Chattin' with Coach Amy, I'm sitting down with my sweet client Lauren, someone who has walked the Trim Healthy Mama path with incredible grit, grace, and growth.In this episode, Lauren opens up about her journey from self-criticism to self-compassion. She shares how the vicious cycle of negative self-talk held her back for years… until she learned to show herself grace, lean into THM's ever-reliable principles, and start believing that imperfect progress is still progress.

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 447 What Quitting Sugar in a Sugar-Filled House Really Looks Like

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 53:06


This week we sit down with Jennifer, a long-time Trim Healthy Mama who has walked through some of life's hardest valleys and found freedom on the other side. She first discovered us in 2012 after a pregnancy that left her sick for nine months and then struggling with weight gain. Trim Healthy Mama gave her the tools to turn her health around, but her journey didn't stop there. Over the years she has faced postpartum struggles, divorce, single parenting, and even the heartbreak of losing her children temporarily during COVID. Through stress, sleepless nights, and stubborn weight that wouldn't budge, she learned how to rebuild her health with simple, doable steps. Most of all, she discovered the faithfulness of God and how small daily habits can carry you through the darkest times. If you have ever felt stuck, stressed, or ready to give up, Jennifer's story will remind you that health and hope are always within reach. Jenn's Bio: Coach Jen (Mason) Felker has been living the Trim Healthy Mama lifestyle since 2012 and was one of the first to join the official coaching program when it launched in 2018. She began blogging about THM at thewellplannedkitchen.com in 2014. Since then, she has coached well over 4,000 Trim Healthy Mamas. Coach Jen teaches busy women how to put THM on autopilot so they can get on plan, stay on plan, and get healthy for life. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. Get Pearl and Serene's latest book – Purchase Trim Healthy Wisdom and join the women that are ready to “rock 40 and beyond.”  Explore the Store:  Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health.  Join Our Membership! Go to www.TrimHealthyMembership.com to access special series, recipes, and other exclusive content.  Get in the best shape of your life!  Access their premium workout series, Tribe Healthy, go to www.Youtube.com/TrimHealthyMama Join KIAORA:  Pearl and Serene have launched a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy tele-health company that is available in nearly every state in the USA! Go to www.KIAORA.com to learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chattin' with Coach Amy
A Testament to Sisterhood - The One with Cindy and Carol

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 34:00


This week on Chattin' with Coach Amy, I'm joined by two longtime clients and special friends, Cindy and Carol, who are living proof that community and accountability will completely transform your Trim Healthy Mama journey. Together, they open up about what it's like to walk the Trim Healthy Mama path alongside other women, women who cheer you on, lift you up, and remind you that you're never alone. They show up. They support. They love big. From sharing real struggles to celebrating wins, these ladies model what it means to be in it together. They'll show you that when women support each other, they don't just change their own lives, they change the lives of everyone around them. Expect encouragement. Expect wisdom. Expect to be reminded that the bonds we build in community are some of the strongest tools we have for lasting transformation. This one is for every woman who's ever needed a sister to say, “You've got this.” Whether you're just starting THM or you've been on the path for years, you'll be inspired by their stories. This episode is a celebration of the bonds that carry us, the friends who lift us up when we stumble, and the truth that we're better together.

Regent College Podcast
Dr. James Smoker: Imagining Being Human with Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Regent College Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 69:03


Claire and Rachel are joined today by Dr. James Smoker, the Registrar at Regent College and the original instigator of the Regent College Podcast. We talk about his PhD research, which focused on the thought and theology of the Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. A close friend of William Wordsworth, Coleridge is renowned for observing and learning from the natural world, grappling with life's profound questions through fairy tale, and incorporating theological reflection into his work. As James shares, Coleridge has become a companion on his journey in a faith that holds questions. If this conversation piques your interest, consider joining James's Fall class: “Imagining Being Human: The Theology and Poetry of Samuel Taylor Coleridge.” Listen to the end for an announcement about a short break in broadcasting! We'll be back with more good conversations on a biweekly release schedule from September 12. James's BioDr. James Smoker serves as the Registrar at Regent College where he also contributes as a sessional lecturer. He holds both an MA and ThM from Regent College and earned his PhD from the University of St Andrews. James's doctoral research focused on the works of Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772–1834), exploring how imagination intersects with theological concepts such as knowing God, faith, and doubt. His academic interests also encompass the writings of Sara Coleridge (1802–1852), the interplay between popular culture and theology, and the role of imagination in environmental stewardship. He has contributed to scholarly journals and popular publications. James will be teaching a class on Coleridge this Fall, “Imagining Being Human: The Theology and Poetry of Samuel Taylor Coleridge.”Regent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter

Encounter Podcast
Episode #140- The Wall, WWE, & Ministry w/ John Chaffee

Encounter Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 107:44


This week, we sit down and share life with one of our favorite guests yet, John Chaffee. John is a Spiritual Director, Author of 5 books, Podcaster, and Cohort Leader. He has served in pastoral roles, worked in Camp and Prison ministry, and as a Professor with an extensive educational background in Biblical Studies. He received a degree in Biblical Studies from Eastern University, then received his MDiv from Palmer Seminary, and then completed his ThM from Princeton Theological Seminary. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground. We cover the stages of faith, some pitfalls with the modern conception of the church, the nuances of discipleship, and the need for transparency towards growth. If you would like to learn more about John's ministries or would love to support the work that he is doing, please visit his website here for more information.

Covenant Podcast
Retrieving the Reformed Methods of NT Textual Criticism with Jared Ebert

Covenant Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 50:29


Join us for an insightful discussion with Jared Ebert (ThM) as we delve into the retrieval of Reformed Methods in New Testament Textual Criticism. This episode offers an examination of historical approaches and their contemporary relevance to our approach to textual criticism. To read his ThM thesis, click here: https://www.academia.edu/129594686/Retrieving_the_Reformed_Methods_of_New_Testament_Textual_Criticism For more information about CBTS visit: https://cbtseminary.org  

Covenant Podcast
Retrieving the Reformed Methods of NT Textual Criticism with Jared Ebert

Covenant Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 50:29


Join us for an insightful discussion with Jared Ebert (ThM) as we delve into the retrieval of Reformed Methods in New Testament Textual Criticism. This episode offers an examination of historical approaches and their contemporary relevance to our approach to textual criticism. To read his ThM thesis, click here: https://www.academia.edu/129594686/Retrieving_the_Reformed_Methods_of_New_Testament_Textual_Criticism For more information about CBTS visit: https://cbtseminary.org  

Chattin' with Coach Amy
Preserving Health - The One with Bekah

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 29:57


In today's episode I got to sit and chat with my sweet Blooms client, Rebekah! Currently 35 weeks pregnant with baby number four, Rebekah brings such a joyful and hope-filled perspective to her Trim Healthy journey—and to life.We talked about how her THM approach has looked a little different through each of her pregnancies, and how she's learned to make her meals count, prioritize nourishment, and protect the health she's worked so hard for. Her goal? To lay a strong foundation of wellness for her family—and she's doing it beautifully.She shares why the accountability and sisterhood inside the Blooms community have been key to her success, and offers encouragement straight from the heart for every mama—whether you're expecting or surrounded by littles.You'll be blessed by her joy, her wisdom, and her grace in this season.

Crosstalk America from VCY America
Can We Trust the Bible is True?

Crosstalk America from VCY America

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 53:28


Some people claim that the Bible is full of errors. Such comments center on things as the origin of man, the age of the earth or the idea of a worldwide flood. Then we have those folks who see the Bible as nothing more than a "good book." They claim that it has good moral teachings but they certainly can't take it seriously as a book of facts! How can Christians respond to those who believe such lies? Are we ourselves as grounded as we should be so we can stand for biblical truth? What evidence should we be aware of that will allow us to make such a stand for truth? Joining Dalton to help you answer these questions was Dr. Tim Chaffey. Dr. Chaffey is content manager of the attractions division at Answers in Genesis. He's responsible for overseeing the development of content for the exhibits at the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. He writes articles for the Answers in Genesis website and Answers Magazine. He holds a BS in biblical studies and theology, an MA in biblical and theological studies, a MDiv with an emphasis in apologetics and theology and a ThM in church history. He's also earned a doctor of ministry degree, specializing in advanced biblical and theological studies. He's been an author or co-author on more than 2 dozen books. From the mountain of archaeological evidence, the more than 200 flood legends from various civilizations, the biological evidence, the virgin birth...all that and more is discussed which shows the Bible to be God's truth. Also included is an update on what's happening at the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter!

Crosstalk America
Can We Trust the Bible is True?

Crosstalk America

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 53:28


Some people claim that the Bible is full of errors. Such comments center on things as the origin of man, the age of the earth or the idea of a worldwide flood. Then we have those folks who see the Bible as nothing more than a "good book." They claim that it has good moral teachings but they certainly can't take it seriously as a book of facts! How can Christians respond to those who believe such lies? Are we ourselves as grounded as we should be so we can stand for biblical truth? What evidence should we be aware of that will allow us to make such a stand for truth? Joining Dalton to help you answer these questions was Dr. Tim Chaffey. Dr. Chaffey is content manager of the attractions division at Answers in Genesis. He's responsible for overseeing the development of content for the exhibits at the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. He writes articles for the Answers in Genesis website and Answers Magazine. He holds a BS in biblical studies and theology, an MA in biblical and theological studies, a MDiv with an emphasis in apologetics and theology and a ThM in church history. He's also earned a doctor of ministry degree, specializing in advanced biblical and theological studies. He's been an author or co-author on more than 2 dozen books. From the mountain of archaeological evidence, the more than 200 flood legends from various civilizations, the biological evidence, the virgin birth...all that and more is discussed which shows the Bible to be God's truth. Also included is an update on what's happening at the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter!

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 441 “I Thought I Would Always Be This Way” — How Cindy Lost 100 Pounds Slowly and Sustainably

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 40:07


Cindy's journey started at 444 pounds — carrying not just the weight of her body, but the emotional burden of childhood trauma, constant bullying, and a lifetime of failed diets. She had tried it all: Keto, Paleo, Weight Watchers, even running in place at 12 years old in a plastic sauna suit. Nothing worked — until she was gifted a Trim Healthy Mama book and found Coach Amy. That was the moment things started to change. This time, Cindy didn't just diet. She fueled her body with purpose. She gave herself grace. She started slow, stayed consistent, and found support through the THM community and trauma therapy. The result? Over 100 pounds lost (and counting) — and a woman who's finally learning to love herself from the inside out.

DJ Hot Maker https://djhotmaker.ru
DJ HOT MAKER - SUMMER DANCE 2025

DJ Hot Maker https://djhotmaker.ru

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 157:12


DJ HOT MAKER - SUMMER DANCE 2025 Привет! Твоему вниманию лучшие зарубежные треки за последнее время. 2 часа 37 минут. Микс без джинглов. Отличный фон на мероприятия, только иностранные известные треки! Хорошо подойдёт как фон на ивент, как фон на корпоратив, фон на тимбилдинг! Скачать и послушать в качестве 320 kB/s можно здесь или перейдя по ссылкам: t.me/dj_hot_maker и отсюда : disk.yandex.ru/d/39YHHpQYyd-Cl… djhotmaker.ru #house #pop #dj #djhotmaker #диджей #микс #новыймикс #музыка #music 00:00:00 1 Mаrshmеllо, Jоnаs Brоthеrs - Slоw Mоtiоn (аlех саsрiаn Rеmiх) 00:03:27 2 аlаn Wаlkеr, Mееk - Dаnсing In Lоvе (Skу Sоund ехtеndеd Rеmiх) 00:07:04 3 nаBBоо & Mоuniа - Slоw Dоwn (аlех саsрiаn Rеmiх) 00:10:09 4 уvеs Lаrосk - аnоthеr Dау (Miхеd) 00:13:00 5 суRIL, Dеаn Lеwis, аmiсе - Fаll аt уоur Fееt 00:16:21 6 Kуgо & оnеrерubliс - сhаsing раrаdisе (Intrо сlеаn) 00:18:54 7 Sорhiе аnd thе Giаnts, аmiсе - Shut Uр аnd Dаnсе 00:22:14 8 Lаdу Gаgа - аbrасаdаbrа (Djсitу Intrо) 00:25:51 9 соldрlау & TINI - Wе рRау (Dj Dаrk Rеmiх) [ехtеndеd] 00:29:09 10 Tорiс, а7S, аmiсе - оut Mу Hеаd 00:32:27 11 аlоk & Jеss Glуnnе - Summеr's Bасk (Tmu 'Sing It Bасk' Hуре Intrо) 00:35:15 12 Dаvid Guеttа & Siа - Bеаutiful реорlе (ехtеndеd) 00:38:31 13 аnаbеl еnglund - Gеt Busу (ехtеndеd Miх) 00:41:38 14 Kаskаdе, Grуffin, Nu-Lа - In Mу Hеаd (ехtеndеd Miх) 00:45:16 15 Thе сhаinsmоkеrs & Kim реtrаs - Dоn't Liе 135 00:47:10 16 Mаrtin Jеnsеn, Thе Stiсkmеn рrоjесt, Mаtt Stеffаninа - Dеереr Lоvе (ехtеndеd) 00:49:32 17 аvа Mах - Sроt а Fаkе (BLUMØNDау Hоusе Rеmiх) [Intrо Dirtу] 00:52:56 18 аllе Fаrbеn, Grаhаm саndу, Lаhоs - Flоwеrs (ехtеndеd) 00:56:11 19 еd Shееrаn - аzizаm (Dj Dаrk Rеmiх) (ехtеndеd) (сlеаn) 00:59:11 20 Rаg'n'Bоnе Mаn - Rush оf Blооd (D.о.D Rеmiх) 01:01:38 21 Rоsе F. Brunо Mаrs - арt 'араrtmеnt' (Vаndаl Rосk сlub Miх) 01:04:50 22 саlvin Hаrris - Blеssings (fеаt. сlеmеntinе Dоuglаs) 01:08:17 23 Shаbооzеу - а Bаr Sоng (Tiрsу (аlеssо Rеmiх) 01:10:37 24 KDDK - о-Lа-Lа (Rеd Linе & DJ JоN Rеmiх) 01:12:39 25 Sеаn раul, Innа - Lеt It Tаlk Tо Mе (Grееn & Vizitt Rеmiх) 01:16:28 26 Tеddу Swims - Bаd Drеаms (сhаrliе Lаnе Rеmiх) [Intrо сlеаn] 01:19:43 27 Fаst Bоу & сlосkсlосk - Bоrn аgаin (аlех саsрiаn Rеmiх) 01:22:49 28 FаST Bоу, Rаf, аmiсе - Wаvе 01:26:10 29 Tеddу Swims - Thе Dооr (соllini сlub Hоusе Rеdrum еdit) (сlеаn) 1а 126 01:29:13 30 R3HаB, Mufаsа & Hуреmаn, Rаni - Bеliеvе (Shооting Stаrs) (ехtеndеd Miх) 01:32:00 31 Kуliе Minоguе - Lights саmеrа асtiоn (ехtеndеd Miх) 01:35:20 32 Mаrtin Gаrriх F. Jех - Tоld уоu Sо (ехtеndеd Miх) 128 01:38:50 33 аlеssо & Nаtе Smith-I Likе It (сK Intrо-сlеаn) 10а 129 01:41:27 34 суRIL, аmiсе - Stumblin' In 01:45:48 35 Thе Mаgiсiаn, рurрlе Disсо Mасhinе - аll Mу Lifе ехtеndеd Miх 01:51:33 36 сhеаt соdеs ft. Trаin - Blооm (Intrо еdit) 01:53:35 37 Kуliе Minоguе, аlоk - lаst night i drеаmt i fеll in lоvе (ехtеndеd Miх) 01:56:47 38 Fеliх Jаеhn ft Sорhiе еllis-Bехtоr-Rеаdу Fоr уоur Lоvе (ехtеndеd Miх) 01:59:47 39 Kоlуа Funk & Mаtvеу еmеrsоn - Whаt Is Lоvе (еddiе G ехtеndеd Rеmiх) 02:02:22 40 ау уоLа - Hоmау (ауur Tsуrеnоv rеmiх) 02:05:00 41 Mеghаn Trаinоr - сriminаls (сhrоmео Rеmiх) 02:07:39 42 Hugеl & Tорiс & Dаесоlm - I аdоrе уоu (Igоr Blаskа vs еSQUIRе Rеmiх)(Intrо)(сlеаn) 02:11:33 43 Lоlа уоung - Mеssу (Dj оd Nu Disсо еdit) сlеаn 123 02:15:27 44 Zеrb, Tv Dоllа Sign & Wiz Khаlifа - Lосаtiоn - соllini сlub Hоusе раrtу Stаrtеr еdit(сlеаn) 02:18:21 45 GооDBоуS, Nu аsресt, аVаIоN - Blindsроt (ехtеndеd) 02:22:32 46 аvа Mах - Lоst уоur Fаith (ехtеndеd Miх) 02:25:14 47 Rау Dаltоn, аmiсе - аLL Wе GоT 02:27:51 48 R3hаb, Miсhаеl раtriсk Kеllу & Shаggу - Rеbеlliоn (ехtеndеd Miх) 02:30:31 49 Kаеуrа, аmiсе - Sоur 02:34:24 50 оnеrерubliс - Invinсiblе (Sk Miхshоw еdit) (сlеаn)

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 440 From Sugar Addiction to Food Freedom: Heather's Journey

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 44:12


Heather found herself 60 pounds heavier and stuck in a cycle of sugar addiction. After three pregnancies and the emotional and physical rollercoaster that came with them… her breakthrough finally came after baby number three. This time, she approached THM with intention—studying the principles, taking them seriously, and embracing the truth behind them. The result? Rapid (but sustainable) fat-loss and a total shift in how she viewed her body. Heather discovered that control isn't a dirty word—it's freedom. By learning how to fuel her body with health, she broke free from stress and anxiety around food. Now, she moves forward with confidence. While she doesn't always stick to THM recipes (her husband handles most of the cooking), she still anchors every meal in protein. And she dialed in the details of the THM Plan to guide her family's nutrition. Check Out some of the Tools that Helped Her Below! Good Girl Moonshine (a THM Sipper!) https://trimhealthymama.com/recipe/good-girl-moonshine-fp/ Baobab https://store.trimhealthymama.com/product/baobab-boost-powder-11oz-bag/ Kefir https://store.trimhealthymama.com/product/easy-kefir-powder/ Optimized Plant Protein https://store.trimhealthymama.com/product/optimized-plant-protein-16oz-bag/ ESSENTIAL https://store.trimhealthymama.com/product/essential-powder-pure-amino-acid-formula-18oz/ For a long time, we have wanted to invite others to hear the personal stories of OVERCOMING from those in the Trim Healthy movement. So get ready for testimonies of healing, breakthroughs, fat loss… and the journeys of strength from those that have found FREEDOM. These are stories that have to be told. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. Get Pearl and Serene's latest book – Purchase Trim Healthy Wisdom and join the women that are ready to “rock 40 and beyond.” Explore the Store: Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health. Join Our Membership! Go to www.TrimHealthyMembership.com to access special series, recipes, and other exclusive content. Get in the best shape of your life! Access their premium workout series, Tribe Healthy, go to www.Youtube.com/TrimHealthyMama Join KIAORA: Pearl and Serene have launched a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy tele-health company that is available in nearly every state in the USA! Go to www.KIAORA.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duke Theology, Medicine, and Culture initiative
"Racism: Driver of Health Disparities, Outlier in Our Theology Of Illness" with Jason Ashe, PhD, ThM, MDiv

Duke Theology, Medicine, and Culture initiative

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 58:27


Jason Ashe, PhD, ThM, MDiv is a Community Health Psychologist & Research Scientist, whose work explores religion and racism as psychosocial determinants of health. He focuses specifically on cardiovascular disease and cerebrovascular disorder risk and health inequities among Black Americans. Dr. Ashe is a former Theology, Medicine, and Culture Fellow at Duke Divinity School, and joined us in Spring 2023 to offer this virtual seminar, "Racism Driver of Health Disparities, Outlier in Our Theology Of Illness."

Covenant Podcast
Van Til on the Problem of Evil with Bill Dennison

Covenant Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 58:41


William D. Dennison (MDiv, ThM, Westminster Theological Seminary; PhD, Michigan State University) was Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Covenant College and Visiting Professor of Apologetics and Systematic Theology at Northwest Theological Seminary. He is the author of Paul's Two-Age Construction and Apologetics (Wipf and Stock, 2000), A Christian Approach to Interdisciplinary Studies (Wipf and Stock, 2007), The Young Bultmann (Peter Lang, 2008), and Karl Marx (P&R). For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org  

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 438 The Diet That Saved My Life - From Paralysis To Power! (With Jami Rugg)

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 46:56


Jami Rugg is with us today… She won the Grand Prize of a visit to the Hilltop. She shares her amazing story of recovery from chronic disease with the help of  THM and how she used the principles to at first help her to gain much needed healthy weight… then later in her life… how to use the principles to lose fat. Her story is so impactful. She went from needing assistance for every day tasks to flourishing in her home. She shares how nothing is too hard with trust and God and support from community. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. Get Pearl and Serene's latest book – Purchase Trim Healthy Wisdom and join the women that are ready to “rock 40 and beyond.”  Explore the Store:  Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health.  Join Our Membership! Go to www.TrimHealthyMembership.com to access special series, recipes, and other exclusive content.  Get in the best shape of your life!  Access their premium workout series, Tribe Healthy, go to www.Youtube.com/TrimHealthyMama Join KIAORA:  Pearl and Serene have launched a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy tele-health company that is available in nearly every state in the USA! Go to www.KIAORA.com to learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Covenant Podcast
Van Til on the Problem of Evil with Bill Dennison

Covenant Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 58:41


William D. Dennison (MDiv, ThM, Westminster Theological Seminary; PhD, Michigan State University) was Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Covenant College and Visiting Professor of Apologetics and Systematic Theology at Northwest Theological Seminary. He is the author of Paul's Two-Age Construction and Apologetics (Wipf and Stock, 2000), A Christian Approach to Interdisciplinary Studies (Wipf and Stock, 2007), The Young Bultmann (Peter Lang, 2008), and Karl Marx (P&R). https://www.wtsbooks.com/products/problem-of-evil-9798892437011?srsltid=AfmBOorrW31xYK75UILuJyBTz6zI31uBbNrWQkPQavycUFUbRFCxnzUo https://a.co/d/j6l5Yf3 For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org    

Expositors Collective
What Does the Bible Say About Tithing, Women Pastors, and Speaking in Tongues?

Expositors Collective

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 44:10


Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode features a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation on the practice of church leadership in a variety of contexts. Pastors from Calvary Chapel and Baptist traditions come together to address anonymous audience questions on everything from altar calls to tongues, from tithing to women in ministry, and from spiritual gifts to church planting proximity.With grace, humour, and biblical grounding, panelists explore:When (and why) to invite a public response after a sermonWhether Christians are cursed if they don't titheWhat spiritual gifts look like in different church culturesWhy some churches do not ordain women as pastorsHow to teach clearly about demons in spiritually sensitive culturesAnd the wisdom of planting churches near existing onesYou'll hear personal stories, pastoral insight, and moments of sharp theological clarity - all shaped by the lived experience of ministry in Uganda and beyond.Featuring:Eric Lockheart, lecturer and administrator at Uganda Baptist Seminary. He holds an MDiv in Christian Ministry and a ThM in Applied Theology, both from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (Wake Forest, NC). Eric served as a pastor in the USA for 14 years before moving with his wife and four sons to Uganda in 2018 to serve under the IMB Baptist Mission. He loves teaching Hermeneutics and Homiletics, and enjoys sports, reading, fishing, and time with his family.James Senyonjjo Okurut, lecturer at Uganda Baptist Seminary since 2020, with over 20 years of ministry experience. He holds a BA from Makerere University (specialising in Communication), a BTh from UBS, and is pursuing a Master's from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.Zeddie Muzungu, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Kampala and Director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Uganda. He is passionate about teaching God's Word and training future church leaders. He is married to Hope Muzungu.Ed Compean, lead pastor of Shoreline Calvary in Morro Bay, California. He previously served in Nairobi, Kenya, as a church planter and coach to emerging leaders, and is actively involved with the Cultivate Church Planting Initiative of Calvary Global Network.Join Mike Neglia and Brian Kelly at the upcoming CGN Ministry Conference June 22-25, 2025 This conference is designed for church leaders and their ministry teams to connect, collaborate, and grow together. Dive deep into John 13–17, The Upper Room Discourse, with our main session speakers, and attend workshops led by experienced leaders in key areas such as Lead and Senior Pastors, Executive and Associate Pastors, Women in Ministry, Children's Ministry, Youth Ministry, Worship, Small Groups and Care Leaders, Tech Teams, Administration, and Lay Leaders. Whether you're a pastor, ministry worker, or volunteer, this event is for your whole team. Join us for an inspiring time of learning, fellowship, and renewed vision for the work God has called us to!For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveDonate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective

Chattin' with Coach Amy
Outlook Up - The One with Olivia H.

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 34:36


Today's episode features my sweet Blooms group client, Olivia—and y'all, she is an absolute gem! Olivia is fully embracing her Trim Healthy journey, and this time, it's for life. Her transformation goes far beyond the scale: her mindset has shifted, her confidence has soared, and she's seeing the ripple effect in her home, her marriage, and her children. She looks back at her “before THM” self with gratitude and clarity, knowing just how far she's come. Olivia is shining bright, and I'm so excited she joined me to share her joy and encouragement with you today!Season 5 Episode 9

Free Grace Baptist Church
CTF 2025 - Session 8 – Q&A Panel

Free Grace Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 50:55


Moderator: Pastor Cam Porter In this extended Q&A panel, the speakers answer theological questions submitted by conference attendees. Topics include: – Can we grieve the Holy Spirit if God has no emotions? – How can we speak to children about sin and God's "sadness"? – What does it mean to say "God is wrath" or "God is love"? – How should we understand the covenant of redemption? – Can theology be done without metaphysics or natural theology? – How does God relate to time and eternity? – What did Calvin believe about the Son's aseity? – Is there such a thing as "bad" suffering in God's plan? – What are good introductory books on the Trinity? Speaker Bios: Dr. James Dolezal is professor of theology at Cairn University and visiting professor at International Reformed Baptist Seminary. Dr. Samuel Renihan is pastor of Trinity Reformed Baptist Church in La Mirada, California, and holds a PhD from the Free University of Amsterdam. Pastor Jim Butler has served Free Grace Baptist Church since 1997 and holds MDiv and ThM degrees from Whitefield Theological Seminary. About the Conference: Confessing the Faith promotes reverent teaching on the doctrine of God as expressed in the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession. Each year focuses on one chapter of the confession. Upcoming: Join us in April 2026 for Chapter 3 – Of God's Decree Details and registration: www.confessingthefaith.ca

New Books Network
Patrick Schreiner, "The Ascension of Christ: Recovering a Neglected Doctrine" (Lexham Press, 2020)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 28:12


The good news of Jesus includes his life, death, resurrection, and future return—but what about his ascension? Though often neglected or misunderstood, the ascension is integral to the gospel. In The Ascension of Christ: Recovering a Neglected Doctrine (Lexham Press), Patrick Schreiner argues that Jesus' work would be incomplete without his ascent to God's right hand. Not only a key moment in the gospel story, Jesus' ascension was necessary for his present ministry in and through the church. Schreiner argues that Jesus' residence in heaven marks a turning point in his three-fold offices of prophet, priest, and king. As prophet, Jesus builds the church and its witness. As priest, he intercedes before the Father. As king, he rules over all. A full appreciation of the ascension is essential for understanding the Bible, Christian doctrine, and Christ's ongoing work in the world. Dr. Patrick Schreiner is Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross and Matthew, Disciple and Scribe. Twitter: @pj_schreiner Jonathan Wright is a PhD student in New Testament at Midwestern Baptist theological seminary. He holds an MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a ThM from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and can be reached at jonrichwright@gmail.com, on Twitter @jonrichwright, or jonathanrichardwright.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Christian Studies
Patrick Schreiner, "The Ascension of Christ: Recovering a Neglected Doctrine" (Lexham Press, 2020)

New Books in Christian Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 28:12


The good news of Jesus includes his life, death, resurrection, and future return—but what about his ascension? Though often neglected or misunderstood, the ascension is integral to the gospel. In The Ascension of Christ: Recovering a Neglected Doctrine (Lexham Press), Patrick Schreiner argues that Jesus' work would be incomplete without his ascent to God's right hand. Not only a key moment in the gospel story, Jesus' ascension was necessary for his present ministry in and through the church. Schreiner argues that Jesus' residence in heaven marks a turning point in his three-fold offices of prophet, priest, and king. As prophet, Jesus builds the church and its witness. As priest, he intercedes before the Father. As king, he rules over all. A full appreciation of the ascension is essential for understanding the Bible, Christian doctrine, and Christ's ongoing work in the world. Dr. Patrick Schreiner is Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross and Matthew, Disciple and Scribe. Twitter: @pj_schreiner Jonathan Wright is a PhD student in New Testament at Midwestern Baptist theological seminary. He holds an MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a ThM from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and can be reached at jonrichwright@gmail.com, on Twitter @jonrichwright, or jonathanrichardwright.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

Radio TGP Hà Nội
Ngày Thứ Mười - Ban Sáng || Sách cấm phòng cho bổn đạo (đủ 10 ngày)

Radio TGP Hà Nội

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 20:00


Ngày Thứ Mười - Ban Sáng || Sách cấm phòng cho bổn đạo (đủ 10 ngày) by TGP Hà Nội

Radio TGP Hà Nội
Ngày Thứ Mười - Ban Chiều || Sách cấm phòng cho bổn đạo (đủ 10 ngày)

Radio TGP Hà Nội

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 16:51


Ngày Thứ Mười - Ban Chiều || Sách cấm phòng cho bổn đạo (đủ 10 ngày) by TGP Hà Nội

Theocracy
The Abandoned Discipline of Edification - Dr. Tom Wadsworth

Theocracy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 79:17


Dr. Tom Wadsworth's recent YouTube videos about "Why the Early Church Didn't Have 'Worship Services'" have attracted more than 750,000 views from more than 110 countries around the world. His videos stem from over 40 years of study and his doctoral research into Christian assemblies in the first century. He is a professional speaker, writer, and biblical scholar who has two master's degrees (MTh and ThM) and a PhD, all in New Testament. View the condensed version of Dr. Wadsworth's message that we discussed: youtube.com/watch?v=sw4MTdbq3Xw tomwadsworth.com voluntarytheocracy.org

Knowing Faith
After the Fact: How Women Can Care For Women In The Church with Leslie Umstattd and Christy Allen

Knowing Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 6:53


Kyle Worley is joined by Leslie Umstattd and Christy Allen to discuss how to care for women in the local church.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are you passionate about caring for women in the church?What are two key practices for women to grow in their ability to care for women in their local church??Guest Bio:Leslie Umstattd serves as Associate Professor of Christian Education & Ministry to Women and Faculty Co-Coordinator, Ministry to Women Programs at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She holds an Ed.D. from Midwestern Seminary, Masters of Marriage and Family Counseling and Religious Education from Southwestern Seminary, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Alabama. Christy Allen serves as Assistant Professor of Ministry to Women, and Faculty Co-Coordinator, Ministry to Women Programs at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Professor Allen holds a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary with a concentration in Bible Exposition and Christian Education, a Master's in Christian Education from Jacksonville Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor of Music Education from Jacksonville University. She is currently working on a PhD in Applied Theology at MBTS. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 424 Cut the Clutter: How to Simplify Your Health Journey & Thrive

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 56:25


The Banter: In the banter today Danny brings the most often asked THM questions and answers (according to ChatGPT). And then there's a (rated PG) comical discussion about men's underwear.  The Meat: Spend your time doing what really matters for your purpose. Ask yourself this: “What is my purpose?” If it doesn't meet that purpose, be willing to cut it out of your calendar! And then double-down, and commit yourself to doing the things that are your passion, and that fulfill your God-given destiny. If we focus on PASSION and PURPOSE, we will thrive.  But, for the record, we are not going to try to be all-things-to-all people with the Trim Healthy Mama business. We know who we are, and we want to invite all into experiencing this incredible path. If it's not the fit for you and your lifestyle, no worries! But we're not going to change to try to appeal to everyone. We'll lose our identity in the process. We're going to passionately be TRIM HEALTHY MAMA. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. Get Pearl and Serene's latest book – Purchase Trim Healthy Wisdom and join the women that are ready to “rock 40 and beyond.”  Explore the Store:  Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health.  Join Our Membership! Go to www.TrimHealthyMembership.com to access special series, recipes, and other exclusive content.  Get in the best shape of your life!  Access their premium workout series, Tribe Healthy, go to www.Youtube.com/TrimHealthyMama Join KIAORA:  Pearl and Serene have launched a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy tele-health company that is available in nearly every state in the USA! Go to www.KIAORA.com to learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The UpWords Podcast
The Ballot & the Bible | Kaitlyn Schiess

The UpWords Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 47:12


In this conversation, Kaitlyn Scheiss discusses her book, 'The Ballot and the Bible,' which explores how scripture has been used and misused in American politics. She reflects on her journey as a doctoral student in political theology, the challenges of writing a book during her studies, and the importance of understanding the historical context of biblical interpretations in political discourse. The discussion delves into the complexities of how different Christian traditions engage with scripture in political contexts, particularly in relation to contentious issues like slavery and social justice.Our host for this episode is Dan Hummel, Director of the Lumen Center for the SL Brown Foundation. Our guest is Kaitlyn Schiess, she is the author of 'The Ballot and the Bible: How Scripture has been Used and Abused in American Politics and Where We Go from Here' (Brazos Press, 2023) and 'The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of Our Neighbor' (InterVarsity Press, 2020). She has also written for Christianity Today, The New York Times, Christ and Pop Culture, RELEVANT, and Sojourner. Kaitlyn is a co-host of the Holy Post podcast and the host of the podcast Curiously, Kaitlyn, two shows that work to help Christians think well and live faithfully in a pluralistic world. She has a ThM in systematic theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and is currently a doctoral student in political theology at Duke Divinity School.

Healthy Parenting Handbook with Katie Kimball
060: Women Metabolize and Build Strength Differently Than Men (Especially Over 30) with Pearl & Serene, authors of Trim Healthy Wisdom

Healthy Parenting Handbook with Katie Kimball

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 47:46


I call myself a science geek, but my reading and research don't hold a candle to Pearl and Serene of Trim Healthy Mama, authors of the new book Trim Healthy Wisdom.What I love most about them is that they KEEP learning and aren't afraid to add to and update their life's work. When peri-menopause hit and their bodies asked for something different, they did in-depth research and figured it out - for themselves and everyone else!You will learn SO much!Y'all. These women are BRILLIANT and also tender, encouraging, and funny. I could hang out with them forever and soak up their wisdom. Get the book Trim Healthy Wisdom, start by reading the bullet summaries, and then dig into the parts you need the most.Resources We Mention for Women's MetabolismGet Pearl and Serene's new book:Trim Healthy Wisdom: Book, eBook & Audio bundle, Audio book (Use code katie4THW for $5 off!)One Hundred Days of Inspiration: Devotional for Women of All Ages & Stages: Bookshop, AmazonFollow them on social media: Facebook, Instagram, YoutubeWhat's the cleanest protein powder?These meat sticks are a great on-the-go protein optionThere's a THM "Workin" series you can purchase, or you can become a member of their YouTube channel to access some videosThank you to today's sponsor, Happsy! Shop at kidscookrealfood.com/Happsy for an earth-friendly, affordable mattress today. Kitchen Stewardship Kids Cook Real Food follow Katie on Instagram or Facebook Subscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updates YouTube shorts channel for HPH Find the Healthy Parenting Handbook at kidscookrealfood.com/podcast Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

The Two Cities
Episode #265 - The LOST Documentary with Leslie Garcia

The Two Cities

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 54:49


In this episode we debrief and review the new documentary about the hit TV show from the mid and late 2000s—LOST. The documentary (Getting LOST) is a nostalgic treat for fans made by fans 20 years after the airing of the pilot in 2004 with loads of creative and acting representation (available on Amazon Prime). Joining us for this conversation is Leslie Garcia, an MSt student at the University of Oxford, who formerly received a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary and, like all of us, is a huge LOST nerd. Over the course of our conversation together, we talk about some of the great moments of LOST, prompted by the documentary, as well as dig into some of the controversial elements that the documentary raises like the toxicity of the writing room. Team members on the episode from The Two Cities include: Dr. John Anthony Dunne, Dr. Brandon Hurlbert, and Dr. Kris Song. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 420 Health Contenders: Pursuing Truth, Building Community

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 44:40


The Meat:  The very core of Trim Healthy Mama is contending for HEALTH.  When we didn't have money, we contended for health. When we didn't have all the answers, we contended for the truth. THM isn't just here so you can eat low-carb cake! We're not here to just get down to a healthy weight on the scale. We want to encourage you to push higher, That's how we started with our first book… now with new things to share… that's how we are continuing. Our original book pushed the envelope. And that's who we are.  This doesn't mean you have to implement everything all at once. Little by little is the way but remaining open to new knowledge is so important for growth. Some people have said we've changed, but the truth is that we have ALWAYS wanted to do the best of both worlds… the ancient wisdom of crunchy, healthy living, AND the best of sound, cutting-edge science. We want to always keep growing! The Banter: If you want love on your vacation, you can't throw away your husband's toothpaste. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. You can also find the Trim Healthy Podcast on your favorite podcast platform Click here to WATCH the Podcast! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHHCSWqHaIjJGeWcjnqljHASB9N-diOSG&si=wZa7HnsOHi0KZH7b Explore the Store: Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health. https://store.trimhealthymama.com/ Peruse KIAORA: Click here to learn about Pearl and Serene's peptide therapy and (soon-to-be-launched) hormone replacement therapy healthcare company. http://www.joinkiaora.com Get in the best shape of your life! ©2024 Trim Healthy Mama LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chattin' with Coach Amy
Broken to Beautiful - The One with Chelsea

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 31:09


Today's podcast features an incredible 1on1 turned group client, Chelsea. Her dedication has guided her towards success. After confronting health challenges within her family, Chelsea committed to healthier choices, inspiring her daughters and even encouraging her mom, Kate, to join my first BUDS experience. Kate is thriving, actively participating in challenges, supporting others, and experiencing significant shifts in her mindset and her THM journey. You'll be inspired by Chelsea's story of resilience and change. Don't miss out - our next ​BUDS Experience​ is enrolling now! If you're interested in more information, please reach out. Thanks for tuning in, and enjoy hearing from Chelsea! https://southernandhealthycoaching.com/the-b-u-d-s-experience *Season 5 Episode 2

Optiv Podcast
#133 // Dr. Vern Poythress | Making Sense Of Man

Optiv Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 132:48


In this episode, I got to talk with Dr. Vern Poythress about his new book, Making Sense of Man. Vern is a distinguished professor of New Testament, biblical interpretation, and systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary. He received his PhD from Harvard University, his M.Div and ThM from Westminster Theological Seminary, his M.Litt from Cambridge University, and his Th.D from Stellenbosch University. Dr. Poythress has published books on many different topics including, Logic: A God-Centered Approach to the Foundation of Western Thought, Redeeming Mathematics: A God-Centered Approach, and In The Beginning Was The Word: Language--A God-Centered Approach. Vern also served as chair of the ESV Oversight Committee's New Testament section.In our conversation, Vern and I discussed his book, Making Sense of Man. We talked about how he approached writing a book on the doctrine of man, what it means to be made in the image of God, and how Christians should interact with language and liturgy. We also talked about why confessional Christianity might be better than non-denominationalism. I hope you enjoy! Sign up for my newsletter and never miss an episode: https://optivnetwork.comFollow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99Email me at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions!Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocratic.lnk.to/allYL)

Métamorphose, le podcast qui éveille la conscience
Accueillir le temps qui passe, avec Estelle Lefébure #561

Métamorphose, le podcast qui éveille la conscience

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 70:23


[MÉTAMORPHOSE PODCAST] Anne Ghesquière reçoit la lumineuse actrice et mannequin Estelle Lefébure. Ensemble, elles se demandent comment accueillir le temps qui passe et être bien dans son âge. Comment aborder sereinement le vieillissement ? Comment vivre le passage du temps comme une chance et non comme une menace ? Quelle hygiène de vie mettre en place ? Avec son sourire désarmant (dont elle parle) Estelle Lefébure partage avec nous ses meilleurs secrets et réflexions pour être bien dans son corps, dans sa peau et dans sa vie à tout âge et le rester le plus longtemps possible ! Découvrez la méthode complète d'Estelle Lefébure dans son nouveau livre Welcome, accueillir le temps qui passe publié chez Flammarion. Épisode #561Quelques citations du podcast avec Estelle Lefébure :"On n'a pas le choix que d'être fortes, nous les femmes.""Notre corps, c'est notre maison. On a besoin d'en prendre soin.""Avec le sourire, on peut désarmer n'importe qui.""Chaque vie, on doit s'améliorer."Thèmes abordés lors du podcast avec Estelle Lefébure :00:00 Introduction05:04 Le temps : une menace ou un cadeau ?06:01 Comment garder l'élan de vie !07:56 La vieillesse, un déclin ou une chance ?09:53 Vieillissement et métier d'image.14:05 Oser s'engager pour le meilleur.17:36 Confiance en soi et bienveillance.20:12 Cerveau, coeur, ménopause et maladie d'Alzheimer.22:48 Améliorer son sommeil.24:49 Astuces pour mieux s'hydrater.27:14 Bonne alimentation ET plaisir gourmand.34:17 Prendre soin de son corps.37:10 Mieux choisir ses activités sportives.40:58 La connexion animale45:34 Alimentation, compléments alimentaires et ménopause.56:04 Le pouvoir du sourire.59:54 Prévenir les maladies cardio-vasculaires.01:03:27 Traitement hormonal de la ménopause (THM).01:05:50 Âge, intimité et sexualité.01:08:21 La vie après la mort, la spiritualité.Avant-propos et précautions à l'écoute du podcast Recevez un mercredi sur deux l'inspirante newsletter Métamorphose par Anne GhesquièreFaites le TEST gratuit de La Roue Métamorphose avec les 9 piliers de votre vie !Suivez nos RS : Insta, Facebook & TikTokAbonnez-vous gratuitement sur Apple Podcast / Spotify / Deezer / CastBox/ YoutubeSoutenez Métamorphose en rejoignant la Tribu MétamorphosePhoto © Ilona Smet Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

Kelley Mickwee is my guest this week- a new album “Everything Beautiful” packed with crooners that drip with sweetness, a little sorrow and tons of vibe. AND she and her band will be at Texas Music Revolution 29 June 6th on our THM stage for Female FridayPut on by KHYI 95.3 The Range (OFFICIAL) Get your Texas Soul ears ready. This girl brings it Originally aired 01/12/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 412 Beyond Vanity: How Hormones Shift Your Mindset With Rachael Stokes

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 65:36


This is part 2 in our Trim Healthy Wisdom series! Today we're talking HORMONES. But we're making it personal. We have a guest, our friend Rachel, on the podcast, talking about her journey into Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). We've known Rachel for years. On today's show we catch up and talk about how much hormones affect women's lives. Rachel shares her original journey of shedding inflammatory fat and infertility with THM and then what happened when she entered late perimenopause. Many things changed in her mind and body and Rachel shares her personal story of personal breakthrough and health using hormones. Join Pearl and Serene on the Trim Healthy Podcast (a.k.a. “The Poddy”). Welcome to the spot where Pearl and Serene share their knowledge and their hearts (along with Danny's antics) on topics ranging from physical and mental health to spiritual truth, and, yes… even a little comic relief. Put your seat belts on though…it can get a little bumpy! This particular show can be lacking in “proper podcast behavior.” But this is where growth happens… this is where NEW knowledge is celebrated… and fundamental knowledge is respected. Get ready for imperfectly polite conversations about health and wellness… the place where cutting edge science meets ancient wisdom. You can also find the Trim Healthy Podcast on your favorite podcast platform Click here to WATCH the Podcast! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHHCSWqHaIjJGeWcjnqljHASB9N-diOSG&si=wZa7HnsOHi0KZH7b Explore the Store: Click here to visit Pearl and Serene's online store with over 100+ products, optimized for peak health. https://store.trimhealthymama.com/ Peruse KIAORA: Click here to learn about Pearl and Serene's peptide therapy and (soon-to-be-launched) hormone replacement therapy healthcare company. http://www.joinkiaora.com Get in the best shape of your life! / ​⁠ ©2024 Trim Healthy Mama LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)
Ep. 411 Recover Your Metabolism: Thriving Through Hormonal Changes with Trim Healthy Wisdom

Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 59:32


This episode is the first in a three part series on Trim Healthy Wisdom! After all the waiting, it's FINALLY here!!  It's been more than three years of writing, creating and researching, and now Trim Healthy Wisdom is about to be released (pre-sale starts December 16).  Today, Danny goes through the book with us and asks the why, the what and how of it all.  Why write such a huge book? Our answer… the need is so deep. Women are desperate. They are facing tough hormonal seasons and don't know who to trust for sound information. There is a lot of noise about the subject out there… but little wisdom. What's it all about? Our answer… It is about how to live your most vibrant life in  later pause seasons. It imparts the knowledge of how to soundly break through tough weight loss stalls even in the midst of perimenopause, full menopause itself and the years post that. It is a deep dive into how to eat during these challenging seasons… which foods to use and which kinds of movement are best. It is the knowledge you need to become fully competent in understanding your hormones and how to find your best help for navigating the seasons when they get topsy-turvy. How does it work? Our answer… the book is long but women living through challenging hormonal situations need more knowledge not less.  It is divided into 7 parts: Part I - The Foundation… it gets your head on straight.  Part II - The Wisdom Principles… how to eat to look and feel your most vibrant.  Part III - The Wizzy Way - Pearl's deep dive into the tricks and hacks for tweaking THM to be your most hormone friendly way of eating.  Part IV - The Movement…getting your lean body mass back so you can burn food again.  Part V - The Hormones… you'll learn to be a freakin' hormone knowledge beast!  Part VI - The Supplements, The Gut and The Skin… well, the title kind of says it all.  Part VII - The Ending & The Bonus… there's a surprise chapter that we are not ready to talk about publicly. It might have the word “passionate” in it.   For those who're not ready to get all nerdy with an underlining pen and  prefer the summary version, there is a Simple Takeaway and Bullets at the end of each chapter.  Get ready to take your wisdom journey… 

 What You'll Learn:

 ~How to eat to recover your metabolism safely and soundly 
~How to reverse insulin resistance (the only TRUE way to do it) 
~How to move to bring back your lean body mass
 ~How to optimize your hormones to feel fantastic
 ~What to focus on more diligently if not optimizing hormones
 ~What supplements to take (if any)
 ~How to optimize your gut health with every day, inexpensive tricks 
~How to regenerate your skin
 ~How to have a passionate marriage (this chapter may or may not be real and if it is real… it is not official THM stuff… just sister stuff… it is not for everyone) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chattin' with Coach Amy
Immeasurable Progress - The One with Hillary H.

Chattin' with Coach Amy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 44:12


Today, Hillary joins me, I've affectionately nicknamed her Hilly. Her health journey, like so many others, began with concerns about her future health and where she was headed. Hilly took control to regain her joy and comfort in her own skin. Her story is filled with some pretty amazing achievements, both internally and externally, as she tracks her goals and celebrates her substantial progress. Her experiences are not just personal victories but also serve as inspiration to others, spreading happiness to others in her daily life and motivation within the Southern & Healthy community. I am so grateful to have a small part in her life and I am so glad that she is in mine! Scroll down to meet Hillary's man, and support their business! *Season 4 Episode 40 Meet Hillary's Husband, The Bread Guy The Bread Guy brand all started just before the Guys first son was born on a quest to make his mom's sourdough bread! He is a self-taught baker from countless articles and books and YouTube-university. His education was rounded out with a weekend intensive course at King Arthur Flour in Vermont that focused on techniques and how to open your own bakery! From there they grew into local Farmers Markets, Wholesale breads to restaurants as well as sell out of their Retail Bakery storefront in Markle, IN! They have expanded their repertoire to include a Long Proofed, (minimum of 24 hours) Whole Wheat Sourdough loaf that is made with a Non GMO, Whole Wheat Flour! This has been a game changer for her THM journey! They are excited to finally offer shipping all over the USA for this as well as all of their other bread products (dips, pastries and flours excluded)! https://thebreadguyllc.com/ Enjoying these podcast episodes? Support My Work with a Tip! If you love the content and value the tips, recipes, and advice I share, you can show your appreciation with a tip in my jar. Your support helps me continue creating content that inspires and empowers you on your journey. Thank you for being a part of my community!

The Confronting Christianity Podcast
Unpacking Post-Christian America with Michael Keller

The Confronting Christianity Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 37:41


Michael Keller is a prominent pastor with a distinguished career intertwining academia and theology. Having spent his formative years in New York City and obtaining degrees in History and Psychology from Vanderbilt University, Michael pursued theological studies at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, earning both M.Div and THM degrees. He has served in various pastoral roles across London and Boston and most notably, Michael holds a Ph.D. in Computational Linguistics applied to the sermons of Jonathan Edwards from the Free University in Amsterdam. He currently pastors in Manhattan where he engages with a diverse community, addressing contemporary Christian challenges.Rebecca and Michael Keller explore the complexities of faith in urban environments and explore the changing landscape of spiritual conversations in cities like New York and Boston, addressing questions around Christianity's relevance and goodness in modern society.Sign up for weekly emails at RebeccaMcLaughlin.org/SubscribeFollow Confronting Christianity:Instagram | XPurchase Rebecca's Books:Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest ReligionDoes the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?: Examining 10 Claims about Scripture and Sexuality10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about ChristianityJesus though the Eyes of Women: How the First Female Disciples Help Us Know and Love the LordNo Greater Love: A Biblical Vision for FriendshipConfronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the GospelsAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting!Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠

Makers & Mystics
S14 E13: Van Gogh Has A Broken Heart with Russ Ramsey

Makers & Mystics

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 35:19


Russ Ramsey is an author and pastor with a passion for uniting art and faith. He has been in vocational ministry for more than twenty years and currently serves as the lead pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church's Cool Springs location. He holds an MDiv and ThM from Covenant Theological Seminary, and is the author of six books, including Rembrandt is in the Wind: Learning to Love Art through the Eyes of Faith (Zondervan 2022), and Behold the King of Glory, recipient of the 2016 Christian Book Award for New Author. Russ was also a founding contributor and member of The Rabbit Room and is a featured speaker each year at The Rabbit Room's annual conference, Hutchmoot. In today's episode Russ discusses his new book, Van Gogh has a Broken Heart. The conversation explores how Van Gogh's life and art reveal universal themes of struggle and wonder and what Van Gogh reveals about the human condition.Patrons of the podcast can enjoy an additional interview segment on why the arts are important to communities of faith. Visit Patreon.com/makersandmystics to learn more. Name Drops: Van Gogh, Norman Rockwell, Paul Simon, Rembrandt, Books: The Sunflowers Are Mine, Van Gogh Has A Broken Heart Topics: Suffering, Van Gogh, Wonder, Faith, Honesty in art, mental health, emotional well-beingVan Gogh LettersJoin our creative collectiveGive a one-time donation