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Pandemics happen and it is important to plan ahead.  In addition, people are planning things today that may be detrimental to our health.  This is a discussion on the possible pandemics ahead and how homeopathy and homeopathic remedies based on rare and peculiar symptoms will help find a genus epidemicus as well as individual remedies as the pandemic continues.  In The Organon you can read Aphorism 153 on this. Malandrinum nosode and the Leprosy nosode may be a good place to start.  Looking at the narratives 58, 71-73, and 23,119,152,142,139,128,129 will help understand the background needed for you if you are new to the podcast.  This time I recommend the homeopathic pharmacies: American Hahnemann Labs and Elizabeth at I and E Organics, as well as Helios in England and Remedia in Austria, Riverdale and Thompsons in Toronto, Canada.  All views presented are based on credible sources, but they are explained through the individual's viewpoint.  Doing your own research while integrating new information is always important when forming your own viewpoint. The information in this podcast is not meant to address individual health needs, it is general in nature and should not be used as medical information for your health unless used in combination with your health practitioner.  

Amal and Trey are back for some NBA playoff coverage and play in reviews. The Thompsons cover themes in each series and give both first game and series predictions for all the matchups.

Welcome to the WealthBuilders Podcast. Today Jason and Ronda Thompson share the miraculous story of their natural skincare business.The discussion centers around the entrepreneurial journey of the Thompsons and their skincare company from 1999 to today. They attribute their business achievements to faith, obedience, and a willingness to dream big. Despite the initial challenges of a small business, they trusted in God's plan for their lives and for The Eden Company.Tune in for the inspiring journey from soap to supernatural success. Launching Out In Faith: The Eden Company StoryMore Resources:Real Estate Workshophttps://billyepperhart.lpages.co/april-2025-real-estate-workshop/Triple X Factor Boot Camphttps://billyepperhart.lpages.co/2025-triple-x-bootcamp/Touch Your Dream Bookwealthbuilders.org/tydreamTouch Your Dream Conference USBhttps://shop.wealthbuilders.org/products/2025-wealthbuilders-conference-physical-usb-pre-saleUse this discount code WB2025 ($5 Coupon Code) toward some great products from The Eden Company.

I denne episoden snakker vi om Derek Thompsons artikkel The Anti-Social Century, nylig publisert i det amerikanske tidsskriftet The Atlantic. Vi diskuterer ensomhet, både av den selvvalgte og den ufrivillige sorten, hva som gjør oss lykkelige, hva slags sosiale behov vi har og hvordan vi dekker disse i dagens kultur. Hva er det som får oss til å føle oss ensomme, kan sosiale media fungere symptomdempende på denne ensomheten, og hva slags adferdsmønstre tilbyr den kulturen vi lever i for å overkomme eller takle ensomhet? Og hvorfor er det å takle stress ikke noe vi mennesker gjør individuelt, men en sosial aktivitet? Hvorfor er det vanskeligere enn vi tror å koble av helt alene? Vi snakker også om hvorfor middagsselskaper er mindre vanlige nå enn før (men er dette sant?), hvordan infrastruktur kan støtte eller undergrave våre sosiale behov, nytten av ritualer for sosialisering, religion, spillkafeer og at gammeldans har blitt populært igjen blant unge.  To bøker som ikke ble nevnt i episoden, men som absolutt burde ha blitt det er romanen Klara and the sun av Kazuo Ishiguro, og den fantastiske selvhjelpsboken for foreldre, The Idle Parent av Tom Hodgkinson. Begge bøkene omhandler direkte mange av de tingene beskrevet i Thompsons artikkel.  Nevnt i episoden:  Derek Thompson, The Anti-Social Century, The Atlantic, https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2025/02/american-loneliness-personality-politics/681091/ Theo Von om porno, intervju med Scott Galloway, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W28jtvkjlpU  NRK artikkel om gutt som overtrente, https://www.nrk.no/sport/xl/niels-_15_-ma-ha-sjokomelk-og-dessert_-_-tenkte-jeg-bare-var-stol-1.17211522  Dag Solstad, Svik. Førkrigsår (1977) ---------------------------- Logoen vår er laget av Sveinung Sudbø, se hans arbeider på originalkopi.com Musikken er av Arne Kjelsrud Mathisen, se facebooksiden Nygrenda Vev og Dur for mer info. ----------------------------  Takk for at du hører på. Ta kontakt med oss på larsogpaal@gmail.com Det finnes ingen bedre måte å få spredt podkasten vår til flere enn via dere lyttere, så takk om du deler eller forteller andre om oss.  Både Lars og Pål skriver nå på hver sin blogg, med litt varierende regelmessighet. Du finner dem på disse nettsidene: https://paljabekk.com/ https://larssandaker.blogspot.com/   Alt godt, hilsen Lars og Pål

On this powerful panel, two couples, the Ervins and the Thompsons, shared on the different seasons in relationships —  from dating to marriage, and things they've learned along the way.

Abigail Derr from Young Lives v Cancer sits down with Jamie and Ellie Thompson to share their heart-wrenching yet powerful story, Billy the Brave: A Family Fight Against DIPG. In this episode, Jamie and Ellie open up about their son Billy's diagnosis with DIPG, a terminal brain cancer, and the five-month battle that followed. Billy The Brave: A Family's Fight Against DIPG They discuss the first symptoms that raised alarm, the pivotal moment that took them to A&E on 7th November 2023, and the shattering reality of being told their son wouldn't survive. Together, they reflect on the challenges of radiotherapy, the emotional toll of steroids, and how they clung to hope amidst devastating blows. This is a conversation about resilience, love, and raising awareness of DIPG—a fatal disease that's poorly understood, underfunded and under-researched. Join us as we honour Billy the Brave and the Thompsons' fight to make a difference as they launch Billy's Battalion and plan for their next fundraising event, Billy's Bash: A Family Funday. To donate to Billy's Battalion, part of Abbie's Army, please click here.  Follow Ellie & Jamie on Instagram and Facebook.  Show notes Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com  The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our terms and conditions please refer to the website: https://www.mybaba.com/terms-conditions/

Clippers got Kawhi back over the weekend, the Thompsons are smashing, Lonzo is showing signs and Deni Avdija's audition for after the break is going just fine (in 8-cat). Let's recap all 30 teams and reset your brains for the coming week! PLEASE PRE-LIKE OUR TRADE DEADLINE LIVE SHOW - it's the most important show of the entire year! CLICK HERE: Trade Deadline LIVE Show on Feb 6th Morning! Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris VOTE FOR OLD MAN SQUAD IN THE PODCAST AWARDS! https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/fantasy-betting-gaming-sports-podcast/ Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Buckets, Weekly Schedule Charts & Yahoo Rank Tracker Sheet FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Beats by https://twitter.com/slickrach

In this inspiring episode, we check in with Andy and Del Thompson, a powerhouse couple in the ultrarunning community. Despite their busy lives, they're steadily preparing for the Delirious West 200-miler, sharing tales of recent adventures like the Six Inch Trail Marathon and their unique “orphan's Christmas” tradition. Andy reflects on his journey of resilience, recounting his battle with glioblastoma and how running has been a cornerstone of his physical and mental recovery.   The Thompsons share training tips, the importance of community, and how they maintain balance and joy in the face of challenges. With their sights set on raising funds for Cure Brain Cancer through a trek on the Great Wall of China, their story is a testament to grit, determination, and living life to the fullest.   Key Highlights: • Lessons learned from the Six Inch Trail Marathon and Andy's humorous shoe mishap. • Insights into Andy's journey with brain cancer, running during treatment, and his inspiring recovery. • Plans for a Cure Brain Cancer fundraising trek on the Great Wall of China. • Tips for staying active and accountable during the holidays, including Christmas and New Year's parkruns. • The power of community and support networks in ultrarunning.   Support Andy and Del's fundraising efforts here: https://curebraincancer.grassrootz.com/2025-greatwallofchina/team-thompson-andy-and-del  .  Share your thoughts, tips, or a message of encouragement for the Thompsons – we'd love to hear from you! Connect with Us: Subscribe to the podcast for more incredible stories and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/fitmindfitbody4life/ for updates.   Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387   https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/

Send us a textThe CEO of United Healthcare shot and killed this morning in New York CityThe CEO of United Healthcare, Brian Thompson, was fatally shot outside a Hilton hotel in New York City by a masked assailant. The incident occurred Wednesday morning, December 4th. Video surveillance shows the culprit approaching him from behind, firing several 9mm rounds into Thompsons back and leg as he walked up the street. The CEO was preparing to enter The Hilton Hotel for a United Healthcare investor conference, where he was scheduled to speak. The gunman escaped on foot after the attack. He fled on a motorbike into Central Park, where he was last seen. Since the incident, investigators have concluded the incident appeared to have been a “premeditated, preplanned targeted attack.” The police commissioner stated eyewitnesses claimed the suspect was “lying in wait for several minutes” moments before Thompson arrived at the hotel. She added, “Many people passed the suspect, but he appeared to wait for his intended target,” NBC News reports. The news outlet reportedly spoke with the victim's wife, who allegedly stated her husband received several threats before the fatal shooting. Police are searching to capture the suspect, who remains at large. Crime Stoppers have offered a $10,000 reward for information.#newyork #CrimeNews #CrimeWatch #BrianThompson #newyorkcitySupport the show

Those behind bomb threats on Brian Thompsons' family homes are the worst of us full 438 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:20:38 +0000 5l6RX0uJaMR47MLN3GclUDuo6Y6TgPMc news Chad Hartman news Those behind bomb threats on Brian Thompsons' family homes are the worst of us The Chad Hartman Show — A veteran of the radio scene in the Twin Cities, Chad is known for his work in sports, including as the one time play-by-play voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves.  But he's also known for knowledge of the issues, which makes him one of the best interviewers in the business.  But make no mistake, Chad likes to have a lot of fun.  And if you don't believe it, ask Adam.  2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player

General Secretary Steve Gillan introduces speakers at an event in Parliament held last month to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the removal of prison officers' right to take industrial action and to urge support for the union's ongoing campaign for this right to be restored throughout the UK, as it has already been in Scotland.   Those participating include National Chair Mark Fairhurst, TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak, Mick Whelan from Aslef, Mick Lynch from the RMT, Martin Kavanagh of PCS, and Jo Grady of the University and Colleges Union. Parliamentarians who supported and spoke at the event were members of the Justice team such as Lord John Atlee and former POA branch chair-now-MP Sally Jameson, Parliamentary Justice Union's chair Liz Saville Roberts MP, Jeremy Corbyn MP and Justice Select Committee Chair Andy Slaughter MP.  Clare Mellor from leading trade union law firm Thompsons also contributed.   A strong show of support from the union's many friends and allies both inside and outside Westminster. Original sound recording by Consequential Films. More information at poauk.org.uk.

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys talk with Trey live from San Francisco about Klay Thompson's emotional return to face the Golden State Warriors. That, plus thoughts on the new NBA Cup courts, Joel Embiid's season debut, the Heat-Pistons OT game, Dyson Daniels vacuuming up steals, the latest Pelicans injury, and how much it should cost to stream a single NBA game. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks

There were a lot of emotions before the game when DubNation welcomed back Klay Thompson, and then the game tipped off and we watched the Warriors and Mavericks play 48 minutes of playoff atmosphere basketball.

Klay Thompsons NEW head coach in Dallas joins The Roast to talk about how Klay has assimilated into his new team, and the emotions expected in his return Tuesday night.

Der US-amerikanische Comickünstler Craig Thompson ist ein internationaler Star und dafür bekannt, dass er sich sehr differenziert mit seinen Stoffen auseinandersetzt. Entsprechend seitenstark sind seine Comics. Knapp 700 Seiten zählt "Blankets", eine Auseinandersetzung mit seiner evangelikalen Erziehung. Ähnlich stark ist sein Comic "Habibi", in dem er über die gemeinsamen Wurzeln von Islam und Christentum recherchiert. Jetzt stellt er sein neues – knapp 600 Seiten starkes Buch „Ginsengwurzeln“ - in Europa vor. Morgen, am Dienstag liest er daraus in der Berliner Pablo Neruda Bibliothek. Andrea Heinze hat den Comic für radio3 gelesen.

Bible Reading: Psalm 66:16-20Logan met his friend Brody after school to work on their project for the science fair. "We need to think of a way to show how molecules move around," said Logan. "Then our project will have a better chance of winning.""Yeah," said Brody. "But how can we show the way molecules move and bang into each other when they're too small for us to see?""I don't know," said Logan. "We'll think of something." After discussing it a bit more, the boys agreed to think about it for a day or two.At dinner that evening, Logan's dad mentioned their friends the Thompsons, who were facing very difficult problems. "They sure need our prayers," said Dad.Logan sighed. "Do you really think it helps? It seems like we've prayed for them a million times, and I haven't seen a single change yet.""Don't underestimate the power of prayer," said Dad. "You may not see it, but God is working."As they ate, Logan told his parents about the project for the science fair. "We learned that everything is made up of tiny particles called molecules, and they're always in motion. Brody and I are trying to figure out how to show the way they move.""But who knows if molecules actually move around like that?" asked Dad. "I've never seen it! Maybe you should do your project on something else.""Dad!" said Logan. "Just because you can't see something doesn't mean it's not happening. Scientists have studied molecules really carefully, and they say they move a lot."Mom smiled. "Your father knows that, Logan. I think he's just trying to give you a new perspective on prayer."Dad nodded. "We know molecules are always moving even though we can't see them, and prayer often works the same way. We have to trust that God hears our prayers and is working in the lives of the Thompsons, even though we can't see it.""That's right," said Mom. "Sometimes changes are taking place that aren't visible to us. We need to pray about things that concern us, then trust God and believe He's working even when we don't see what's happening."–Linda E. KnightHow About You?Are you confident that God answers prayer--even when you don't see anything happening? He often works in quiet ways, but He's always working. So keep praying. Talk to Him during a daily prayer time and whenever a special need comes to your mind. Know that He hears your prayer and is at work--even when you can't see the results.Today's Key Verse:Never stop praying. (NLT) (1 Thessalonians 5:17)Today's Key Thought:Keep praying--God is at work

Bible Reading: Psalm 66:16-20Logan met his friend Brody after school to work on their project for the science fair. "We need to think of a way to show how molecules move around," said Logan. "Then our project will have a better chance of winning.""Yeah," said Brody. "But how can we show the way molecules move and bang into each other when they're too small for us to see?""I don't know," said Logan. "We'll think of something." After discussing it a bit more, the boys agreed to think about it for a day or two.At dinner that evening, Logan's dad mentioned their friends the Thompsons, who were facing very difficult problems. "They sure need our prayers," said Dad.Logan sighed. "Do you really think it helps? It seems like we've prayed for them a million times, and I haven't seen a single change yet.""Don't underestimate the power of prayer," said Dad. "You may not see it, but God is working."As they ate, Logan told his parents about the project for the science fair. "We learned that everything is made up of tiny particles called molecules, and they're always in motion. Brody and I are trying to figure out how to show the way they move.""But who knows if molecules actually move around like that?" asked Dad. "I've never seen it! Maybe you should do your project on something else.""Dad!" said Logan. "Just because you can't see something doesn't mean it's not happening. Scientists have studied molecules really carefully, and they say they move a lot."Mom smiled. "Your father knows that, Logan. I think he's just trying to give you a new perspective on prayer."Dad nodded. "We know molecules are always moving even though we can't see them, and prayer often works the same way. We have to trust that God hears our prayers and is working in the lives of the Thompsons, even though we can't see it.""That's right," said Mom. "Sometimes changes are taking place that aren't visible to us. We need to pray about things that concern us, then trust God and believe He's working even when we don't see what's happening."–Linda E. KnightHow About You?Are you confident that God answers prayer--even when you don't see anything happening? He often works in quiet ways, but He's always working. So keep praying. Talk to Him during a daily prayer time and whenever a special need comes to your mind. Know that He hears your prayer and is at work--even when you can't see the results.Today's Key Verse:Never stop praying. (NLT) (1 Thessalonians 5:17)Today's Key Thought:Keep praying--God is at work

Dr. Paul Thompson is a world renowned cardiologist and 1972 Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier. He is the Chief of Cardiology-Emeritus at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut, and Professor of Medicine at the University of Connecticut Medical School. He has published studies in over 500 scientific publications on cardiovascular risk factors and the effects of exercise. His groundbreaking work has earned him prestigious honors, including the National Institutes of Health's Preventive Cardiology Academic Award, and he has been NIH-funded for numerous studies. He is the editor or co-editor of several key books on exercise, sports cardiology, and statin-associated muscle symptoms, and he's a Past President of the American College of Sports Medicine. Beyond his medical expertise, Dr. Thompson is a dedicated athlete. He qualified for the 1972 Olympic Marathon Trials as a third-year medical student and finished an impressive 16th in the 1976 Boston Marathon. He has been running since he was 12 and continues to run decades later. He is also an avid cyclist! We do a deep dive into cardiovascular health from the effects of exercise and training to prevent cardiovascular disease, key heart health biomarkers your need to watch and which ones are genetic vs epigentic-how you can improve them through exercise, food, or old school western medicine. We also talk about Statins, why they get a bad rap, when you need them and why, and how they impact your muscles! We also chat about Dr. Thompsons blog, 500 Rules of Cardiology, where he shares invaluable insights from his vast experience in medicine, research, and teaching. And of course, the exercise and training fueling him for success these days! OFFERS Ketone-IQ: Ketone.com/Marni for 30% Off First Subscription SiPhox Health: 20% Off First Purchase SiPhoxhealth.com/marnionthemove CONNECT Dr. Paul Thompson Siphox Health on Instagram Marni On The Move Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube` Marni Salup on Instagram and Spotify SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Do What Moves You, for Marni on the Move updates, exclusive offers, invites to events, and exciting news! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Leave us a review on Apple. It's easy, scroll through the episode list on your podcast app, click on five stars, click on leave a review, and share what you love about the conversations you're listening to. Tell your friends to what you love on social. Screenshot or share directly from our stories the episode you're listening to, tag us and the guests.

(0:00-21:36) Recapping interview with Will Brinson, how the Eagles will fair in 2024 and can Jalen Hurts bounce back. Where do John and Andrew have the Eagles finishing? The Phillies drop the first game against the Braves (21:36-31:57) Is the Phillies slide on Rob Thomson, what needs to happen for things to turn around? People are trying to set lower standards with the Phillies playing under .500 baseball over the last two months (31:57-40:10) Can Jalen Hurts have his best statistical season under Kellen Moore? Are the Eagles more likely to step forward or backwards this season with all the new additions. (40:10-1:00:55) Will the Saquon Barkley signing not pay off for the Eagles? Barkley won't have to handle huge load like he did with the Giants but can he stay healthy. John says Nick Sirianni can't be a problem this year, because of what they added. The Phillies have been playing bad baseball, should the blame be pointed towards Thomson? (1:00:55-1:11:37) Players love Thomson because they aren't held accountable. Talking about Tua's comments about playing for Brian Flores and being held accountable, and tying it into Thomson and his players. Looking at past two managers to win the World Series, and how their approach is different than Thompsons (1:11:37-1:19:27) Diving deeper into what Tua said about Brian Flores (1:19:27-1:39:57) Adam Schefter joins the Show & Today's Headlines with Brendan Gunn. (1:39:57-1:50:23) Breaking down the Eagles' Offensive Line. Looking at Bryce Harper's comments after loss to Braves. Could they get swept? (1:50:23-1:56:44) The guys check-in with the text line on the Birds (1:56:44-2:17:11) What's more likely to happen: The Eagles return back to 2022 form, or 2023 form? Are we sold on the defense improving? (2:17:11-2:37:57) Phillies Starting pitching & Nick Sirianni Press Conference Live

In this episode, Lisa Foust Prater sits down with Dean and Tillie Thompson at their farm outside Baudette, Minnesota, near the Canadian border. They grow small grains, custom bale hay, and raise around 50 Angus cow-calf pairs and a handful of miniature Scottish Highland cows on 1,000 acres. When they aren't farming or at their off-farm jobs, the Thompsons dedicate themselves to community service as volunteers for the county fair, 4-H, FFA, Extension, local schools, and their church. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life is better with friends. In this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Angela (my wife) and with our friends Luke and Patty Tolbert about the nature of our long friendship. We talk about what friendship is, how to find friends, and the joy found in a shared life together. Along the way we address the ways friendship can be inconvenient and some of the necessary personal sacrifices that go along with being a friend. We discuss two books in the podcast: Made for People Life Together I hope you enjoy our conversation. The purpose of this conversation is to highlight the great value of friendship and to give practical tips on how you can find great friends for the long haul. Subscribe to The Ordinary Christian Podcast

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Bonta Hill gives his Top 7 Klay Thompson moments in a special (music free because Youtube) edition of King of the Hill. Download the Audacy app to never miss any of your favorite 957 The Game content: https://go.audacy.com/y-listen-live-957thegame

Bonta and Shasky react to Stephen Curry saying goodbye to Klay Thompson. 

Steve Hartman and Monse Bolanos discuss Bronny James debut in the Summer League and how that went. Steve and Monse also go more in depth on the Klay Thompson situation and what happened with his father Mychal. Plus, Steve and Monse talk Caitlin Clark in the ASG, talk with Scott Agness, more "Who's Your Daddy", and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors fans are all over the place when it comes to Klay leaving the Warriors. Happy, sad, relieved, mad... it's all of the emotions. Download the Audacy app to never miss any of your favorite 957 The Game content: https://go.audacy.com/y-listen-live-957thegame

Mini-podcast about a sit-in against segregation at a restaurant in Washington DC in 1944.See all of our anniversaries each day, alongside sources and maps on the On This Day section of our Stories app: stories.workingclasshistory.com/date/todayAnd browse all Stories by Date here on the Date index: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/dateOur work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.AcknowledgementsWritten and edited by Working Class History.Theme music by Ricardo Araya. Check out his YouTube channel at youtube.com/@peptoattack

Explore Thompson Farms in Dixie, GA a hear about one family's generations-long commitment to sustainable pig farming. From overcoming market challenges to embracing whole hog butchery, the Thompsons showcase a unique blend of traditional southern practices and innovative approaches, ensuring every piece of meat leaving the farm is of the highest quality. From muddy pig spa days to the processing plant, this episode provides an intimate look at a family-driven operation that prioritizes the well-being of its animals. 

  Can marriage survive the loss of a child?  Losing a child is the hardest thing a couple can go through. In fact 80 percent of marriages end in divorce after the loss of a child.  For the month of December we are sharing the stories of 4 couples and how their marriages not only survived the loss of a child, but continued to thrive.     In today's episode we have the Thompsons.  Valencya and Jerrell Thompson are the founders of the #fertilityhope ministry.  Valencya Thompson holds Master and Specialist degrees in School Psychology, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and has completed seminary studies.  Jerrell Thompson is an engineer by trade with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Considering their diverse areas of study joining their female vs. male perspectives, they have written a divinely inspired personal testimony that is an informative read that was written to help you heal as you read about their healing process from losing children preterm to birthing healthy children.  In “Our Journey To #fertilityhope”, Thompson and Thompson candidly share about their experiences of tragedy & triumph on the road to birthing two children. This text is written on a down-to-earth level intertwined with scholarly-researched biblical scripture and medical commentary by Dr. Desiree' McCarthy-Keith, MD, MPH, FACOG to encourage others who might find themselves on a similar path.   In the frequent words of the authors, “Hang in there. Keep the faith. Don't lose hope. Trust God. God has not forgot!”  Here are the Thompsons. You may order this book at www.writethevisioncreativeworks.com, just click “Products”.   Listen to this episode here: sistersinloss.com/links Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Healing Collective Online Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter

Debby's Top CliftonStrengths are:  Futuristic, Maximizer, Individualization, Positivity  & Learner   Debby Thompson and her husband, Larry, have served in global missions with Cru® (CampusCrusade for Christ International) since 1974, and are counted among the pioneering Western missionaries who lived covertly behind the Iron Curtain in Communist-controlled Poland. In total, the Thompsons spent 33years serving in Eastern Europe, ultimately leading Cru's work in 20 European nations. Together with their three children, they were witnesses to a period of dramatic social, political, and spiritual change. Now with Church Movements and living in Cincinnati, Ohio, Debby, an active grandmother of seven, is an award-winning author, a speaker, and a mentor for women around the world. In her newest book, Pulling Back the Iron Curtain: Stories From a Cold War Missionary, she takes the reader on a riveting journey to experience the personal challenges of a missionary's life in the communist world during the Cold War. M'Cheyne Reading Plan Subscribe to Debby's blog, Living with Eternal Intentionality®, at DebbyThompson.com  and follow her on Twitter at @Debbythompson17. To contact her directly, email: Debby.thompson@cru.org Find out your strengths by taking the CliftonStrengths Top 5 Assessment   Workshops and Coaching with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths

Guest Bios Show Transcript https://youtu.be/kfW97erZjYA What do you do when the man you looked up to as your spiritual hero is exposed as a fraud? How do you recover from the disillusionment and betrayal? And how do you find hope when your world is turned upside down? On this edition of The Roys Report, you're about to hear a highlight session from this year's Restore Conference featuring Carson Weitnauer, a former director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. Ravi Zacharias had a huge impact on Carson when he was coming of age. When Carson was hired by Ravi's ministry, he thought he had found his dream job. But then in 2020, the dream became a nightmare as more and more evidence showed that Ravi Zacharias was not the man he purported to be. He was not a model Christian leader and sterling apologist, but a serial sexual predator, who lied and manipulated to cover his tracks. The revelations rocked Carson's world—and especially his faith. And in this incredibly raw and vulnerable talk, Carson doesn't sugar-coat anything. He tells of his journey from believing the exposés about Ravi were just Satanic attacks—to realizing that his own leaders, people he looked up to, were lying to him. He tells of the excruciating betrayal, pain, and depression he experienced. He talks about almost losing his faith and feeling like God had abandoned him. But he also talks about hope and hanging on, even when life seems bleak. Guests Carson Weitnauer Carson Weitnauer is an author, speaker, and the founder of Uncommon Pursuit, a Christian apologetics ministry. He formerly served on-staff at Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and resigned to advocate for survivors. He has coauthored multiple books. Learn more at uncommonpursuit.net Show Transcript SPEAKERS CARSON WEITNAUER, JULIE ROYS JULIE ROYS 00:02 What do you do when the man you looked up to as your spiritual hero is exposed as a fraud? How do you recover from the disillusionment and betrayal? And how do you find hope when your world is turned upside down? Welcome to The Roys Report—a podcast dedicated to reporting the truth and restoring the church. I'm Julie Roys. And what you're about to hear is the second of 11 talks from this year's Restore Conference. Speaking is Carson Weitnauer, a former director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. And as you'll hear, Ravi Zacharias had a huge impact on Carson when he coming of age—and internalizing his faith. So, in 2013, when Carson was hired by Ravi's ministry, he thought he had found his dream job. But then in 2020, the dream became a nightmare as more and more evidence showed that Ravi was not the man he purported to be. He was not a model Christian leader and sterling apologist, but a serial sexual predator, who lied and manipulated to cover his tracks. The revelations rocked Carson's world—and especially his faith. And in this incredibly raw and vulnerable talk, Carson doesn't sugar-coat anything. He tells of his journey from believing the exposés about Ravi were just Satanic attacks—to realizing that his own leaders, people he looked up to—were lying to him. He tells of the excruciating betrayal, pain, and depression he experienced. He talks about almost losing his faith—and feeling like God had abandoned him. But he also talks about hope and hanging on, even when life seems bleak. If you've ever experienced betrayal trauma or church hurt, I think you're going to resonate deeply with Carson's journey.  Here's Carson Weitnauer, a former director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries—and someone I've come to know as a man of integrity and courage.     JULIE ROYS 04:02 Hi, I'm Julie Roys, founder of The Roys Report and the RESTORE conference, and you're about to see a video from RESTORE 2023. Though a lot of conferences charge for videos like these, we've decided to make them available for free. We've done that because we don't want anybody to miss out on this valuable content for lack of finances. But of course these do cost us money to shoot and to edit. So if you're able we'd really appreciate it if you consider donating to The Roys Report, so we can continue this important service. To do so just go to JulieRoys.com/donate.  Also, I hope you'll make plans to join us at the next RESTORE conference which we'll be announcing soon. As great as these videos are they pale in comparison to being there in person. As one speaker commented, “this year RESTORE is more of a restorative community than it is a conference.” And every year that community just grows deeper and richer. And so I hope you'll be able to join us at the next RESTORE. Be watching for that. And in the meantime, I hope you're blessed and encouraged by this video. CARSON WEITNAUER 05:11 Julie Roys is a liar. It was September 21st, 2020, and I felt nauseous and disoriented. As I thought about all of the crazy things she was saying. I was at the beach with my family. We were trying to recover COVID. But it had been a hard year because Ravi Zacharias had died. He had very suddenly and unexpectedly passed away from cancer, and I don't cry, but in May at his funeral, I had wept that Ravi was no longer with us. And I was angry that God had taken him so soon. The Vice President (Mike Pence) was there. He said, “In Ravi Zacharias, God gave us the greatest Christian apologist of the century. He was the CS Lewis of our day.” And tributes in that spirit poured in from all around the world. Christian media, social media was flooded with praise for Ravi Zacharias. And our ministry was trying to figure out what we would do without our founder our inspiration or leader or guide. But at the beach a few months later, I felt tense and tight. And I was trying to get my bearings because I was scrolling on my phone through these articles Julie had written. Julie claimed to be an investigative journalist. But responsible leaders at RCIM had explained the truth. She was a clickbait journalist. She would dig up dirt on people so she could get her 15 minutes of fame by, you know, scandal mongering. And now she was stooping to a new low in the aftermath of Ravi's funeral. She was claiming that Ravi Zacharias had taken advantage of Lori Anne Thompson. 07:49 And Julie had documented a lot of facts about the situation I had never heard. So I read her articles. And I tried to do a critical reading of them, I tried to ignore all of her negative biased commentary. I just wanted to pay attention to the facts that she had primary documentation for. And every evening, after I got my kids to bed, I would open up my computer and open up a Google spreadsheet, and I would put everything that Ravi and RZIM had told me in one column, and I would put everything that Julie was documenting in another column. And I got 287 rows of discrepancies. And I just kept comparing Julie's articles with everything I had learned for three years since 2017 and 2018. I'd scoured the internet for information for three years to get information on Lori Anne Thompson. I had talked to many of RZIM's leaders, I debated what was being claimed with my colleagues. For every good point that was raised, RZIM's leaders had a good answer.Lori Anne had schemed with some friends to leak emails to embarrass Ravi. And they made it look like Ravi had done something really wrong. But our leaders had the whole context of the entire email chain. And they explained that the whole chain of emails had been selectively and manipulatively distorted and taken out of context to make Ravi look guilty when he wasn't. 09:30 Ravi and a senior leader who were both Easterners explained how they read these emails from an Eastern point of view. And they said if you think Ravi is guilty of something, that's because you're reading this as a Westerner. We had earnestly prayed for God to protect our ministry in this time from satanic attacks. And it felt like God had put a veil of protection, a dome of protection over our headquarters, and our ministry and our events. And these satanic attacks had been thwarted by the power of prayer. And it hadn't been my job to investigate these claims. But there were people of outstanding integrity and leadership, Christian leaders of major organizations. And it was their job to look into this. And so there were two independent external investigations. Ravi's denomination was a highly respected denomination. And when claims like this came up, they did a proper investigation to ensure that none of their pastors did anything like this. And they had found that Ravi was innocent. 10:44 Ravi's publisher would not publish a book by an author who did this kind of thing. They wanted all of their authors to not only have good teaching but good lives. The publisher had a responsibility to investigate. They investigated, they found that Ravi was innocent. RZIM was a multimillion nearly $40 million a year organization, in the 30s of millions, and our board was comprised of extremely qualified Christian leaders. And when a claim like this came up, the board had a responsibility. They investigated. Our senior leaders were best selling authors and powerful speakers and well educated. They had a responsibility. So our speakers our senior leaders had investigated. So I was looking at four separate investigations by Ravi's denomination, his publisher, his board, and the senior leaders. And all four investigations concluded that Ravi was innocent, and that Lori Anne and her scheming husband had tried to extort Ravi out of $5 million dollars. It was a blackmail attempt. 12:03 So what made more sense? A self promoting journalist, desperate for clicks and attention was passing on lies because she always believed survivors? Or multiple investigations by the most trustworthy people had gotten it wrong? And so I wavered. 12:25 I had first met Ravi, when I was in high school. I was struggling with my Christian faith, do I believe this or not? And I'd read Ravi's book can man live without God, and it really helped me. And so there were some connections, and I got to go to a dinner around Christmas time where Ravi was speaking. And afterwards, it was arranged for me and Ravi to talk with each other. And I could not believe it. Ravi spoke to world leaders. And now he was going to talk to me. And he explained, keep in touch Carson, I'd like to keep in touch with you. So on the way home, I told my mom, I would love to work for Ravi Zacharias one day. 13:03 I studied at Rhodes College in Memphis, studying philosophy. And so I asked Ravi, I wrote him a letter and asked him to give me some advice on my future career. I studied abroad at St. Catherine's college at Oxford. And while I was there, I visited the RZIM offices. It was a chance to meet the people that Ravi had hired and trained and spoke with. I then went into campus ministry for 10 years, seven of those years, I had the joy of serving students at Harvard College. We faced difficult intellectual and cultural questions. And so we often went and said, What is Ravi say about this? What resources does RZIM have to help us navigate this conversation with gentleness with respect, with biblical fidelity with intellectual clarity? So in 2013, when I was hired to work for Ravi Zacharias, it was a dream job. I felt like God had orchestrated all the details of my life and worked it out for me to work for Ravi. During the seven years that I worked there, I got to start with the US speaking team, leading them. And then I transitioned to starting and growing an online community called RZIM Connect. And we had hundreds of thousands of people visit this community and learn how to have good conversations about faith and get answers to their questions. I had respected Ravi and RZIM for over 20 years. I'd worked at RZIM for seven and RZIM was not just a job, it was a joy. It was my identity, my community, my sense of purpose, my faith, my spirituality. So I was a real mess on the beach. And then came to more bombshells. 14:58 Both Christianity Today and World Magazine reported that massage therapists who worked at Ravi's spa alleged that Ravi was guilty of awful, horrendous sexual misconduct. And as I read those articles, my heart sank as I thought about what those women had endured. World Magazine also reported that the tax documents Julie had were accurate and that the Thompson's had given away nearly $200,000 one year to different Christian charities. And so I just asked myself, “Are the Thompsons greedy extortionists or exceptionally generous Christians?” “Are all of the journalists self promotional hacks, or courageous truth tellers?” And I was reluctantly but totally convinced. And I felt that I had a responsibility to take action. Because for years, I had shut down people who thought Lori Anne Thompson was telling the truth. And I had defended Ravi. And now I needed to speak up for his victims. And I had been helped by RZIM so much, I had to do whatever I could to help the ministry do what was right. 16:16 And I just trusted that Ravi Zacharias International Ministries was nothing like Ravi Zacharias. I mean, he was a fraud. He was abusive, a bully a liar. But my friends, my mentors, the people I worked with day in and day out, we'd been on road trips together, we'd done ministry together, these people were solid, they were people of integrity, I could count on them to be truth finders and truth tellers and advocates for the vulnerable. So it was October 1st, 2020. And RZIM's board had already put out two statements, fake news, these are false. We've already looked into it, nothing to this. And they also said truth is the foundation of what we do. And I had to ask myself, is truth, the foundation of what we do? Are you just saying that so people will believe what you're saying? 17:20 And then we had a global town hall meeting because the ministry launched a investigation and they knew staff had questions. And one of the ideas on official motto was no questions off limits. And so I had a few questions. And I wanted to know if we have this investigation going on, but Lori Anne and her family are subjected to a nondisclosure agreement, how can the investigation include them? They can't disclose. And the family wasn't willing to release them from that. So would RZIM provide cover to the Thompsons were they to violate this agreement? If there was financial penalties or legal costs, couldn't we make sure that they could participate? And the response was wonderful. It sounded very gentle and respectful. “We're totally committed to the truth here. We want them to participate. The NDA won't be a problem. We're definitely going to include them in this investigation.” It sounded awesome. And then I thought about it. And they hadn't made any concrete promises of unwinding the NDA or providing a legal defense for the Thompson. So they were just empty promises. And then the hammer fell. There was a private follow-up conversation with our general counsel. And he explained that I had been out of line and inappropriate and should not have asked those questions. And I still have flashbacks to that conversation. And I will freeze up and just feel feel so helpless. And then I will remember that I don't have to be afraid of him anymore. And I will take a deep breath and relax my muscles. And I will try and go back into my day. One day out of nowhere, the Chief Financial Officer sent me and my line manager an email. I guess she'd gotten wind of what I was doing, talking to staff about the situation, advocating for the women. And she wrote to me, “while I agree that we should remain transparent with the truth, I don't think repeating potential lies, or passing on judgment, or qualities we want to embody at Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, Carson.” She said she value transparency and truth. But her threat was not idle. Staff had been fired for asking questions that fall. I had thought Julie was a liar. And now one of RZIM's senior leaders was saying that maybe I was a liar too. Throughout the fall of 2020, I heard many heartbreaking stories of my friends being bullied. 20:19 At one point, the human resources director sent out an email saying, “We want to make sure there's someone to receive staff complaints. So we've appointed an ombudsperson.” And that sounded awesome! There's going to be an ombudsperson to advocate for staff. And I was shocked to see the name. The new ombudsperson had a nickname:The Enforcer. She had a track record of bullying staff. So I wrote to the HR director and said, “This person has a track record of bullying staff. You can't have her be the ombudsperson.” And they ignored my email. The ombudsperson stayed in her role. And I had to ask myself, why did they want a bully to receive complaints of bullying? If they cared about staff mistreatment, why did they appoint the Enforcer to this role? 21:09 And as information began to circulate around the ministry, I started to learn about some pretty big lies. Ravi had always said that for that nondisclosure agreement, no money changed hands. But in 2017, our senior leaders had read an email where they had learned that Ravi Zacharias had paid $250,000 for that NDA. And so for years they had known Ravi was lying. And they never corrected the record about a $250,000 payment. And the four investigations I had trusted, they consisted of asking Ravi if he did it, taking him at his word when he said he didn't, and closing the investigation. 21:58 RZIM's president asked us not to publicly comment on the investigation because they were so committed to the integrity of it and to finding the truth, they didn't want anyone to comment about it, so it could run its course. But then, at the end of October, there was a major fundraising weekend called Founders. They would raise millions of dollars in one weekend. And all of the people speaking there, they basically said, “Ravi is a hero, and we want you to make a major gift this year in honor of his legacy.” In November, there was a global apologetics conference. Pastors and churches were trusting us to help them with the big questions of the day. And to a global audience, our speakers share their favorite memories of Ravi and how Ravi had mentored them. They encourage participants to imitate Ravi's example. And I realized that our President's request for silence wasn't about the integrity of the investigation. It was about silencing anyone who believed that Ravi had abused women. It was about protecting Ravi's reputation. And his reputation and our ministry's reputation. 23:03 I had gone to prayer meetings four days a week, and the weekly chapel one day a week, for years. And at the prayer meetings, there were again prayers for God to protect our ministry from the satanic attacks. And I realized now that they were praying against me and what I was doing. And that really complicated my prayer life. By December, I was so discouraged and worn out and wrung out and exhausted. I talked to anyone I could about this issue and been pretty discouraged. When I showed up to our staff Christmas party, I was hoping, look, this is a classic, we laugh, we have fun, the spirit of Christmas. This could be a good moment of connection and recovery. And then came the Christmas Devotional. It came from our chief cultural officer who was a board member. It was Ravi's widow. There's a verse in the Bible that says, the apostle Paul says, “Follow me as I follow Christ.” And her Christmas Devotional was, “Everyone here, follow Ravi's example, the way he followed Christ.” And it was a home run. People liked the message. They thought it was a great Christmas Devotional. And at that point, I knew RZIM was not interested in finding the truth. And they weren't interested in the victims. They didn't believe there were victims. It was about loyalty to Ravi over everything else. And I felt that darkness was closing in around me and I ran out of hope. 24:42 RZIM said they valued truth, and they kept telling lies. They said they valued respect, but they bullied us. They said they valued integrity, and they acted hypocritically. They use the name of Jesus to get money, and they didn't use the money to follow Jesus. In September of 2020, I lost my confidence in Ravi. By December of 2020, I lost my confidence in RZIM. And in January of 2021, I resigned. And I had to wonder if I would lose my confidence in God. 24:42 I was a wreck. I was unemployed. I didn't feel good. I found my family finances changed. I was directionless. What do I do with my life now? I was isolated. I lost all my friends from work pretty much. I was disillusioned. My childhood hero was a liar and a bully and a sexual predator. I was recovering. I was trying to find words to explain all the pain I was feeling. I was trying to understand what spiritual abuse was, how to respond to bullying. I didn't know how to describe what I was experiencing. I was frustrated and angry. I poured my heart into this online community and it had to be shut down and then deleted. All gone. I was ashamed that I'd given seven years of my life to this ministry that would be always associated with scandal. 26:26 And I was so confused. Why would God bring me to work for a sexual predator and a corrupt ministry? I felt so rejected. And hopeless. I just felt like my whole body was covered in pain. One of my first attempts to recover didn't go very well. I went on a retreat by myself. I got an Airbnb in the Great Smoky Mountains. It was beautiful. You know, since childhood my my Bible had been a source of life. But for three months it had been poisoned. And so I didn't really want to read the Bible. And I'd usually loved praying to God. It just felt like dust in my mouth. I had graduated from seminary, but I had never had any training for this. I finally just opened up this journal I brought. And as I started to write, I wrote these incredibly bloody and raw and angry, just super intense prayers to God. Like some pages were just one word of anger at God. And I felt so troubled by what I had said to God, I threw the journal away. 28:01 Slowly, over time, I started to find a few things that helped. After I would drop off my kids at school, I would go to the gym. And instead of feeling weak, I would start to feel strong. And then I would go to the dry sauna. I would just sit in there as long as I could. And it just felt like the heat was taking all the pain out of my body. That's a really good time. I kept talking with a counselor, and he helped give me language helped me express my emotions and start to understand what had happened. I shared my story with friends at church,. And I told them the same story 100 times and they listened and listened and listened and listened and listened to me. I got to know Lori Anne Thompson. I found she was a source of healing in my life. That she would be my friend and forgive me and give me wisdom and care to help me find my way forward. Ruth Malhotra is here. And she has been a steadfast friend and has helped me navigate so many complex things about this. My mom is here for this talk. And she's been amazing. I leaned on my wife for support. I could not in any way have made the decisions I had made, except that she decided to be completely there for me. And it's been years of her, offering me unconditional love and support as I figured things out again. 29:40 I had to rethink all of my beliefs. I read books on theology and church history trying to evaluate if this still made sense to me. And I got really, really honest with God. And I stopped having any pious prayers. It was unfiltered, direct expression of how I felt with God, exactly how I felt about him. I told him, what was on my heart. And even though I was yelling at God, I continued to sense that God was with me, and that God loved me. And I started to pray the Psalms, and I would tweak them as needed. And it was amazing to me that the Psalms were so visceral and real. They blame God for a lot of things. And God heard those prayers and said, I'm going to put these in my Bible. So people can pray them for the rest of time. And I realized that Jesus and the prophets had already spoken the words I needed to say to the leaders at RZIM. And to Ravi Zacharias. I had tested Ravi. He was a disappointment. I had tested RZIM. They were a disappointment. And then I tested God with my very worst. And I found that he could handle it. 31:16 One thing I didn't know is that the road to recovery goes up and down a lot. Sometimes you cannot make progress. Sometimes you don't know if you are making progress. Sometimes you thought you have made progress and you have not–you have regressed. At one point in the spring of 2021 My family went back to the beach for another chance to recover. And I got an email from RZIM saying they wanted to give me severance, which sounded like a real moment of repentance and hope. But I read the separation agreement and my heart sank. It was a nondisclosure agreement. I sent it to four lawyers to make sure I understood this correctly. All four said that's a nondisclosure agreement. 32:05 Boz Tchividjian helped me fight it. And for two months, we were dealing with RZIM's corporate attorney. I lost sleep. And I felt stressed out. And I could hardly think straight, that an organization with millions of dollars in the bank was trying to take the one thing I had left: my voice. 32:28 And if you think that's an unfair characterization, consider that RZIM has never done anything to help Lori Anne Thompson with her NDA. To this day. It's embarrassing. And I got hit from other angles that really confused me and threw me for a loop. I reached out to my whole network and people reached out to me. Mentors, respected Christian leaders, people who wrote books and talked about integrity and Christian leadership. And they had heard my heart ache. They had cared for me. They had prayed with me. They had told me they hoped I would get better. They were there for me. And then they endorsed the books of RZIM's leaders. They did events with RZIM's leaders. And I couldn't understand why they would help relaunch the ministry of people who had bullied me. I reached out I said, “Can I update you? They have not done anything to get right with me or a lot of other people. They don't have the Christian character and integrity you're always saying is so essential.” They said, “Why haven't you forgiven them?” 33:45 Some of them just refused to talk to me. They just never responded to the message. And again and again, I realized that for many Christian leaders, accountability is for anyone who gets in my way. It's never for my friend who's done something wrong. 34:09 And I didn't know that I would have flashbacks. I thought the past was the past. I didn't know that I would be at my desk trying to do work and be unable to do anything for hours because I couldn't stop thinking about a conversation I'd had with someone at RZIM. I didn't know it would keep taking days of my life. 34:29 I would log into Facebook. And Facebook would be like, here's a happy memory of you and Ravi Zacharias. I would hear a new story about RZIM's corruption. And there are so many stories that are not public. So up and down, up and down, up and down. There were times I was in so much pain, I didn't know if I would ever get better. I didn't know if it was possible to get better. I could not see a light at the end of my tunnel. And then I wouldn't get a little bit better. But something would happen. And I would go back down into that pain again. So then, when I was better, I didn't know if I would stay better. It felt so fragile. How long does this last for? When will something catch me off guard and knock me back down into the pit. 35:34 And if you feel like there is no light at the end of your tunnel, and if you wonder if you will never get better, I just wanted to say, I hear you. And then it's okay to not be okay. That was one of the main things I just kept saying to myself, it is okay, in light of what I've been through, to not be okay. 36:03 And over time, I had to accept that Ravi and RZIM had damaged me. And for a long time, I just denied that and resisted that and hated that. It felt so unfair and wrong, that they had changed who I was. And I didn't like what they had done to me. And the kind of person that they had shaped me to be through their hurt. And I felt so helpless. I mean, how do you change the past? How do you undo all the horrible things they did? You can't. I didn't know what to do with that. I didn't want to face that reality. 36:50 But at some point, I gained the strength to choose who I want it to be. I will never justify what happened. I'll never spiritualize it. All of the lies and bullying and spiritual abuse were totally wrong. But that doesn't mean I can't choose a better future for myself. 37:13 So I'm now awakened to the pain of survivors. I'm excited about that. That's a good thing God's done in me. When I see evangelical corruption, I'm not afraid to challenge it. Sometimes people say to me, Carson, are you worried that if you keep calling out all of these big name leaders for corruption is going to limit your future. And I say if it limits my future, that's not a future I want to be a part of. 37:51 I once thought Julie was a liar. And now I can call her a friend. I hit rock bottom. I might go there again sometime in the future. But I'm here today sharing with you a story of hope. I enrolled in the Doctorate of ministry programs so I can learn how to build a healthy Christian culture. Some Christian leaders decided to investigate what happened. And they published a report holding RZIM's leaders accountable. It's sad how many ignore their report. But it's great that they did that. 38:30 My former line manager at RCM reached out to make amends and over and over again, he made really sacrificial choices for my benefit. And that rebuild trust that he kept doing sacrificial things to repair our relationship. I started Uncommon Pursuit. And we're creating resources to help people grow in their Christian faith. And I read the Bible with more sensitivity to God's heart for many years, thanks to some good mentors, I had always had known for many years that God cares about the vulnerable. The orphan, the widow, the immigrant and the poor. God hates injustice. God hates racism. God hates sexism. God hates all forms of oppression. But it had shifted from being something that I could do exegetically to something I felt in my gut as I turned the pages of Scripture. 39:34 And I have developed a way more honest relationship with God. I don't pray pious prayers anymore. What I feel that's what I tell God about. And I know he can handle it. When the truth becomes a lie, when a good reputation is used to lure people in and abuse them, when the minister turns out to be a monster, it's okay not be okay. 40:05 I am not here today with any answers or advice. All I have is the story of how God has been able to handle all of my pain and helped me to start to heal. And how with God's help, this pain has helped me to choose a better version of myself. I am convinced that if we can maintain the courage to be honest with God, and with each other, about all of our reasonable and righteous disillusionment, that we will also find our way to hope. Thank you guys for the chance to share with you today. JULIE ROYS:  41:02 Well again, that was Carson Weitnauer, speaking at Restore 2023. And what a very special and moving talk that was. And I hope if you're in a place of disillusionment or discouragement today, that this talk encouraged you. Next week, we'll be releasing a fitting sequel to Carson's talk. That's a talk by Lori Anne Thompson on trauma recovery and empowerment. And this was the most raw and real talk I think I've ever heard. My husband cried during this talk. And he's a math teacher, so he's not really given to shows of emotion. But wow, Lori's talk is just so powerful—and helpful for anyone who's experienced severe trauma. So, you'll definitely want to be watching for that. Also, I want to mention that the videos of these talks are all available at my YouTube channel. A lot of conferences charge for their videos. But we've decided to make ours available for free because we don't want anyone to miss out on this valuable content because of lack of finances. But as you can imagine, these videos do cost us to shoot and edit. So, if you appreciate this content and you're able to pitch in, would you please donate to The Roys Report so we can continue this important service? To do so, just go to JulieRoys.com/Donate.  And when you give a gift of $30 or more this month, we'll send you a copy of Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer's latest book: Pivot: The Priorities, Practices, and Powers that Can Transform Your Church into a Tov Culture. So again, just go to JulieRoys.comDonate. Also, just a quick reminder to subscribe to The Roys Report on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. That way, you'll never miss an episode! And while you're at it, I'd really appreciate it if you'd help us spread the word about the podcast by leaving a review. And then, please share the podcast on social media so more people can hear about this great content. Again, thanks for joining me today! Hope you were blessed and encouraged!    Read more

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🙏✨ Dive into the intricate dynamics of family life with Pastor Adam Burton in "Family Under Fire." This sermon delves into the everyday challenges families face, from the morning chaos of lost shoes and burnt toast to the deeper spiritual battles that threaten to pull apart the unity we cherish. 📖 Drawing from the stories of the Stampers, Ms. Rodriguez, and the Thompsons, Pastor Adam highlights the invisible tensions that all families experience. He takes us on a journey through the Garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve first encountered the enemy's deception, and offers insights on how modern families can navigate the maze of choices with God's blueprint. 🔥 Amidst the laughter, eye rolls, and occasional blame games, there's a call to strengthen family bonds. Pastor Adam emphasizes the importance of worshiping together, finding little spaces for worship in daily life, and establishing daily rituals that are rooted in faith. He reminds us that family isn't just about shared memories or inside jokes; it's about a shared faith, shared struggles, and shared victories. 🔥 Join us on this enlightening exploration of family dynamics and discover how to shield our homes with faith and unity. Learn how to rise above the challenges, fortified with God's grace, and ensure that our families remain united in love and purpose. ⏳Timestamps Introduction 0:00 I. The Enemy's Sneaky Tactics 03:22 II. God's Blueprint for Family Unity 8:38 III. Strengthening Family Bonds 15:15 Conclusion 23:55 Embark on this spiritual exploration with us: 🔗 Website (https://cbcmaysville.com) 📖 Facebook (https://facebook.com/cbcmaysville) 🐦 Twitter (https://twitter.com/cbcmaysville) Connect with Pastor Adam Burton: 📖 Facebook (https://facebook.com/adamburton83) 📷 Instagram (https://instagram.com/adamburton83) 🐦 Twitter (https://twitter.com/adamrburton) Engage with our community! Share your reflections in the comments, spread the message by sharing this video, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content. 👏📢🔕 For inquiries or prayer requests, reach out to us at 📧 cbc@cbcmaysville.com🙏

The stunning true story of a murder that rocked the Mississippi Delta and forever shaped one author's life and perception of home.In 1948, in the most stubbornly Dixiefied corner of the Jim Crow south, society matron Idella Thompson was viciously murdered in her own home: stabbed at least 150 times and left facedown in one of the bathrooms. Her daughter, Ruth Dickins, was the only other person in the house. She told authorities a Black man she didn't recognize had fled the scene, but no evidence of the man's presence was uncovered. When Dickins herself was convicted and sentenced to life in prison, the community exploded. Petitions pleading for her release were drafted, signed, and circulated, and after only six years, the governor of Mississippi granted Ruth Dickins an indefinite suspension of her sentence and she was set free.In Deer Creek Drive, Beverly Lowry—who was ten at the time of the murder and lived mere miles from the Thompsons' home—tells a story of white privilege that still has ramifications today, and reflects on the brutal crime, its aftermath, and the ways it clarified her own upbringing in Mississippi. DEER CREEK DRIVE: A Reckoning of Memory and Murder in the Mississippi Delta-Beverly LowryRitual.com/MurderThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3269715/advertisement

It's the final episode of the series in which Bishop Elvin and Lady Valerie Thompson are interviewing Damon and Lady Kandida Reeves from Pueblo Christian Healing Center, Pueblo, Colorado. The two couples discuss marriage and health.

0:00 ... Introduction 0:20 ... Dedication of show #55 to Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, who proudly wore that number. 1:08 ... Mirin describes the past month in the NBA with one word: "Chaos." 3:07 ... Discussion of Denver's Michael Porter Jr who was recently profiled by Mirin.  His health issues have been far more serious that most people realize. 5:21 ... Porter has not been without his detractors but his maturity is clearly on an upward curve. 7:25 ... Some in the sports media disparaged the Nuggets' championship run because of who their opponents were and this did not sit well with Mirin or the 48 Minutes crew. 12:15 ... Derrick White of the Celtics is a unique player and Mirin shares her unique perspective on his career and his role with the Celtics in light of the Marcus Smart trade.  Mirin shared how White referred to himself as the "Gerber Baby" due to his unique appearance. 19:14 ... Mirin recently spent a week with Scoot Henderson, the #3 overall pick in the recent NBA Draft and her insight into what makes him tick is compelling. 20:48 ... Scoot's family ties are incredibly strong and Mirin shares a great example of the devotion of his parents and sisters. 22:28 ... Scoot's new coach in Portland is Chauncey Billups, and we discuss how that relationship is an ideal mentor/mentee relationship. 24:08 ... Scoot and the Thompson Twins (Amen and Ausar) are products of the Overtime Elite program and Mirin shares her perspective on why the program is becoming so successful. 27:36 ... The Thompson Twins have been inseperable their entire lives, but now they'll be on different NBA teams.  How will that work out? 29:30 ... The parents of the Thompsons and Henderson are very similar in many ways ... Mirin explains. 32:35 ... Mirin's next book is on Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon and Mirin tells us why he was such a compelling subject for her second book. 34:37 ... Mirin compares Olajuwon to Antetokounmpo and finds their mindsets to be eerily similar. 38:45 ... Bruce asks Mirin about how Hakeem approached playing basketball during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan when he was required to fast from dawn until dusk. 40:39 ... The crew plays "Word Association" with Mirin and here are the topics: Giannis, Ja Morant, Greg Oden, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Nikola Jokic, and Mirin's boss at the Ringer Bill Simmons. 49:31 ... Thanks to Mirin ... follow her on Twitter & Instagram @mirinfader and on her website mirinfader.com ... and bye until next time! ... TRT 50:50

Unearth the shocking details of the Kansas Frontier Conflict as we traverse its harrowing terrain in this riveting discussion with Jeff Broome and Brad Smalley. Brace yourself as we delve into the horrifying Solomon raids of August 1868 and the dreadful fate of the little Bell sisters at the hands of Black Kettle's band. The Indian Depredation Claims reveal the chilling accounts of Elizabeth Bell and her young daughter, Ellen - tales that will leave you with a profound understanding of the trials endured by these settlers.The aftermath of these terrifying raids is no less chilling. We broach the heart-wrenching losses suffered by the Bell family, the Thompsons, and the Smiths. Hear the distressing experiences of Anna Morgan and Sarah White in captivity and the Baertoche family's dreadful ordeal. It's a sobering reminder of the brutality of the frontier and the grim reality of life in the Kansas plains during this violence-riddled period.Finally, we sift through Alfred Sully's controversial report from August 19th at the Schermerhorn Ranch, a document that had a ripple effect on future military operations within the Indian Territory. We shed light on Mrs. Bacon's sworn statement and the audacious actions of the three Indians who attacked her cabin on August 10th. We aim to provide a nuanced understanding of this turbulent historical time through these stories and accounts. Join Jeff and Brad as we walk the path of our Kansas Frontier Conflict series, arming you with insights and perspectives that will reshape your understanding of this tumultuous period.Practicing Connection: Working together to help families and communities thrive.Jessica Beckendorf and Bob Bertsch host this exploration of personal and collective...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showCattle Drives WebsiteLegends of Dodge City WebsiteOrder Books

Families usually share things in common--the Thompsons are all Atlanta Braves fans, for instance (and all but one of our kids are South Carolina Gamecock fans, but that is another bitter story). There really is joy to be found in shared experiences and commitments within the family. When members of the family are not on the same page--like having a Clemson fan in a Carolina household--the family can experience tension. When the tension surrounds a college football team, it can be overcome. But, there are tensions that are fare greater. If you are a follower of Jesus who lives in a family that does not share your faith, you know what it is like to live with tension. You experience the tension of having close relationships in your church that the rest of your family does not share. You probably even wrestle with the existential angst that your family members are no Christians whose eternal destiny hangs in the balance. If you are one of those people, you are not alone and this podcast is for you.  Subscribe to The Ordinary Christian Podcast

Patrick is joined by Aram in Toronto to celebrate Father's Day. They hold a Father-Son Draft of current players whose father's also played in the NBA. Below is the draft board in alphabetical order as well as the draft results. Whose team wins? (0:00) Draft Rules (4:38) Draft Starts (15:14) 2-way Selections (18:14) Who wins? DRAFT BOARD: Anthony - Greg, Cole Bol - Manute, Bol Booker - Melvin, Devin Brunson - Rick, Jalen Claxton - Charles, Nick Coffey - Richard, Amir Crowder - Corey, Jae Curry - Dell, Steph, Seth Davis - Mark, Johnny Garland - Winston, Darius Grant - Harvey, Jerami Griffin - Adrian, AJ Hardaway - Tim, Tim Jr Harper - Ron, Ron Jr Horford - Tito, Al Jackson - Jaren, Jaren Jr.  Love - Stan, Kevin Martin - Kenyon, Kenyon Jr Matthews - Wes, Wesley Nance - Larry, Larry Jr Payton - Gary, Gary 2 Rivers - Doc, Austin Sabonis - Arvydas, Domantas Smith - Jabari, Jabari Jr Thompson - Mychal, Klay Wiggins - Mitchell, Andrew Winslow - Rickie, Justice PATRICK'S TEAM: Steph Curry G Seth Curry G Dell Curry G Klay Thompson G Mychal Thompson C Devin Booker G Melvin Booker G Andrew Wiggins F Mitchell Wiggins G Darius Garland G Winston Garland G Al Horford C/F Tito Horford C Harvey Grant F Jerami Grant F Two Way Players Larry Nance Sr., Larry Nance Jr. ARAM'S TEAM: Gary Payton G Gary Payton II G Arvydas Sabonis C Domantas Sabonis C Tim Hardaway G Tim Hardaway Jr. G/F Jaren Jackson G Jaren Jackson Jr. C/F Kevin Love C/F Stan Love Kenyon Martin F KJ Martin F Jalen Brunson G Ric Brunson G Ron Harper G/F (compensatory pick because you got three Currys and I was missing a player) Two Way Players: Manute Bol, Bol Bol WATCH ALL PODCAST EPISODES ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL youtube.com/OaklandWarriors TALK HOOPS WITH US! JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER discord.gg/XK3PMjARbv SUPPORT THE SHOW paypal.com/support/OaklandWarriors patreon.com/OaklandWarriors BUY AN OAKLAND WARRIORS T-SHIRT oaklandwarriors.com CONNECT WITH PATRICK Twitter: twitter.com/OaklandWarriors Mastodon: sfba.social/@warriors Post: post.news/warriors Facebook: facebook.com/OaklandWarriors QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, OR BUSINESS INQUIRIES: oaklandwarriors.com@gmail.com MUSIC BY PAPER SON: paperson.bandcamp.com soundcloud.com/paper-son Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a jam packed episode covering our recent trip to Las Vegas while working and some of the fun stops we had on the way like visiting Primm and checking out Buffalo Bill's together. We cover all the different casinos we worked at from Aliante in north las vegas all the way out to Red Rock in summerlin and including downtown and the strip yes we were moving all over. Some great eats at different places we visited and Jay tell you about his new favorite way to order food when he can't decide. We cover the MSG Sphere when we had to drive by and and how massive and how little the workers looked working in it and rather we are nitrated in checking it out in the future. We cover a new BlackJack Touney taking place at the downtownGrand and all the details you need to know about like registration time and buy in amounts. Seeing some of our close friends like Scott from vital vegas and even getting to meet new friends like everyones favorite bartender Valeria from golden gate who couldn't of been any nicer. From late night eats to a new Breakfast/Lunch we definitely recommend you visit called The Flowing Tide Pub. We also mentions some new things you will discover at Red Rock Hotel & Casino like The New Durango Casino Model that is now on the casino gaming floor  & Trying the New Neilsen's ice cream place they just added as well & what we thought of it/ what to look out fo when ordering. from money saving tips with deals all over Las Vegas we took advantage you have to hear about! Hanging out on Fremont Street & Meeting Logan Thompon's Mom (VGK Goalie) Checking out Allegiant Stadium for Free and Kelli's thoughts of the new stadium. We even made a special stop at starburst parlor which is a very unique bakery in Las Vegas and how we were mind blown by the products & service alone, But why you should visit this place. We were even fortunate enough to catch our daughters Softball game at Circa on TV thanks to the awesome team over at circa two not only made sure we saw our daughter but Ade sure we had plenty to drink as well as story that totally made our work week in town that you will want to hear. plus jay covers which BLT is better then one over at Bacon Nation over at the D or the one at Saginaw's at Circa?  How you the listener can win a free Silver Strike Coin(Worth $10 Value) from the plaza just by being a listener of the podcast & What you will have to do to win these! Just another fun way that we want to give back to our awesome listeners. Also mentioned is a story that hits a little to close to home, Literally will make you laugh out loud lol, Plus so much more. Enjoy Folks & Cheers! Check out The New FREE Vegasnearme App & It's got everything you need to See & know before you go, Enjoy

In this episode, Steve is joined by Blake and Jessica Thompson, discussing the real estate journey from rentals to achieving financial freedom. Blake and Jessica shared that as soon as they got married, they knew they had to build their rental portfolio, and it helped that their family was supportive of this decision. When the first rent cheque came in, they started listening to podcasts, reading books, and attending webinars to enhance their skills in real estate investing. They then began with a goal of doubling what they have every year to be financially free eventually. There were challenges, but as they continued their journey, they ultimately met a mentor who helped them achieve more success and started flipping and scaling their real estate business. To learn more about their successful journey, tune in to this episode, and enjoy!   Outline of the episode: ·        [00:01] Intro ·        [01:32] How they met and got into real estate. ·        [06:20] Moving from San Francisco to Idaho. ·        [10:18] The steps that knocked out the projects ·        [13:42] Bikepacking vs. Real Estate. ·        [16:57] Challenges for investors in the current market. ·        [21:19] Mindset is a huge thing ·        [24:29] Networking groups ·        [28:39] Fire round   About The Thompsons Blake and Jessica Thompson met in the suburbs of San Francisco in their young twenties. With both coming from a construction background, they quickly realized their shared passion in all things real estate and began building a life together in 2018. It didn't take long before they started dreaming of starting a family.   In 2020 they moved to Idaho in pursuit of their ideal family environment, where they now aim to help others in tough real estate situations. They aim to create win-win situations while at the same time improving the neighborhoods in which they live. Blake and Jessica love giving back and often look to the community for inspiration. Resources: ·        Hawaii Millionaires Mindset Blueprint ·        SPEARPOINT GROUP Connect with The Cashflow Project! ●    Website ●    LinkedIn ●    Youtube ●    Facebook ●    Instagram

Adam Spinella joins the show for his weekly Sunday appearance, and this week we're doing our monthly 2023 NBA Mock Draft Deep Dive! Join us as we dive deep into the top-30 selections, breaking down what we'd do in each spot as of mid-January, halfway through the yearly draft cycle. We'll dive into players like Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, Amen Thompson, Ausar Thompson, Brandon Miller, Cason Wallace, Nick Smith Jr, Jett Howard, Cam Whitmore, Brice Sensabaugh and many others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Jeanneret joins the show so far on the Sabres season and the performance of Tage Thompson

Today on Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole, Kelly and Joann talk about their trip to the 2022 High Point Market. This year, Joann and Kelly were invited to lead a guided Insider Tour for up and coming designers, or anyone interested in design. Joann and Kelly discuss their amazing tour group they got to lead through the market, the incredible dinner they had with the founders of Thompson Traders, Fall trends of 2022, as well as the upcoming 2023 trends. Tune in today to get all the design tips for 2023! IN THIS EPISODE:  [00:31] What is Highpoint Market? [2:43] What did the Insider Tour look like at Highpoint Market? [8:40] We talk about the dinner party with the Thompsons, founders of Thompson Traders. [11:03] The importance of engaging with brands in an intimate setting.  [13:00] We break down the 2023 Trends. [18:58] Color forecast for 2023. [23:22] What outdoor collections are rolling out?  [24:04] Boucle and sherpa is a trend arising for 2023. [25:31] What did we learn about rattan?   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Trends for 2023: nesting coffee tables, modular sofas, sectionals, soft curves on furniture, 70s vibe,  The pandemic has created a demand for sectionals and outdoor furniture.  As a designer, it is vital to get to know brands on an intimate level. Attending tradeshows, tours of their warehouses, etc., are great ways to be “in the know” about trends and design ideas.  RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube Highpoint Market Website Thompson Trader Website BIO:  Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designs by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been featured on HGTV as well as in The New York Times, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Home Magazine, and many others as well as participants of the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Kandrac & Kole has established a well-known reputation for their approachable, dynamic personalities, their signature use of color and pattern, and their one-of-a-kind, custom designs. As industry experts for residential and commercial design, Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole share upbeat and entertaining narratives regarding their design projects, travels, and personal stories on their popular blog, their podcast, and via national speaking engagements. Joann and Kelly's love and commitment to the power of interior design also extends towards their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Gabby Home. Gabby is one of our go-to brands for everything from upholstery to lighting to case goods. Their transitional designs are easy to insert into any project. We really relied on Gabby during the pandemic because they were able to maintain some reasonable inventories. Visit GABBY at a to-the-trade showroom in Atlanta, High Point, or Dallas. While you are there, check out some of our all-time favorites, like the Gregory Chandelier, the Ainsworth Coffee Table, and the Callisto Mirror. For a special offer on your next order, go to gabbyhome.com/kk.

Duane reacts to the Buffalo Sabres losing their 7th game in a row to the Ottawa Senators 4-1. Buffalo once again lacked urgency, any edge in their play, and aren't deep enough to beat the Senators.

On the eve of the college basketball season starting, Adam Spinella joins Sam to dive into a 2023 NBA Mock Draft. It's a good way to preview what we'll be looking for from certain players as they get started in college basketball this season, as well as what we're continuing to hunt for throughout the country this year. Guys like Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore, Nick Smith, Tyrese Proctor, Dereck Lively, and many more will be discussed in depth as we run through and make picks! After that is over, Sam interviews Gonzaga center Drew Timme, where they discuss what brought him back to Gonzaga for a fourth year, in addition to doing a tape watchalong! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Ray and Kimberly Thompson have a passion to help marriages thrive. The Thompsons offer practical marital advice about “embracing the mess” of life, how a “reset button” can change your communication and create a legacy relationship for your kids and family.Receive the book "No, I Can't Make Your Wife Disappear" and the audio download of the broadcast "Putting the Magic Back Into Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-10-17?refcd=1499202Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/putting-the-magic-back-into-your-marriage/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Dear Steve and Shirley, I am in desperate need of advice. I was engaged to be married, but my fiancé and I recently split up after my ex-wife caused a whole lot of problems in our relationship. When my ex heard I was engaged, she called me. I told her that I was extremely happy and excited to get remarried. My ex said that she was happy for me and wished me well, which was a big lie. A few days after we talked, my ex created a new Facebook page, named it “The Thompsons” and posted a bunch of old pics from our wedding and family vacations.......... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.