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When the world feels chaotic, confusing, and completely out of control, it can be easy to wonder where God is. Daniel 2 reminds us that even when earthly kingdoms shake, God's throne hasn't moved.Nebuchadnezzar had power, wealth, and influence, yet his soul was troubled. Daniel had lost his homeland and was living as a prisoner, yet he knew where to take his questions. The difference wasn't their circumstances—it was who they trusted.You may not have all the answers. You may not understand the script God is writing. But you can trust the One who holds the pen.

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I'm at my best in a private conversation. One-on-one, in the comments, on a call, I'm all in.Then it's time to be visible in public, and I shrink.For years I told myself the fix was to pitch harder. Get on a bigger show. Wait for someone with a larger audience to notice me and pull me up.Then Jamie Maglietta got on the podcast. She produced Vice President Kamala Harris at BET and spent 20 years inside MSNBC, Fox and CNN. She said one thing that rearranged how I think about being seen.You don't chase media. You produce it.That sounds like a slogan until she breaks it down. A national hit on CNN feels enormous and often brings in zero clients. She had a legal commentator on her show who'd been on every network, and it never turned into a single paying customer. Meanwhile her people go on one tiny local segment and pick up more followers in a day than any national spot ever gave them.Turns out the chase brings in almost nothing. What pays is being findable, clear, and someone people want to stay connected to.And here's the move I can't stop thinking about. Instead of sending some writer a "loved your article" note and hoping, find an expert you genuinely disagree with, say so publicly, and tag them. Now you're producing a conversation people actually want to watch, and you're in it as an equal.One more line of hers stung a little. You can be smart and really boring. Being the expert isn't enough. People have to want to turn you on.So where do you go quiet when it's time to be seen?This week's episode of Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast interviews, Jamie Maglietta. Listen in. Win The Hour, Win The Day! www.winthehourwintheday.comPodcast: Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winthehourwintheday/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/win-the-hour-win-the-day-podcast You can find Jamie Maglietta at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oncamready Win The Hour Win The Day

Revelation 5:1–145 Then I saw in the right hand of him who was seated on the throne a scroll written within and on the back, sealed with seven seals. 2 And I saw a mighty angel proclaiming with a loud voice, “Who is worthy to open the scroll and break its seals?” 3 And no one in heaven or on earth or under the earth was able to open the scroll or to look into it, 4 and I began to weep loudly because no one was found worthy to open the scroll or to look into it. 5 And one of the elders said to me, “Weep no more; behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has conquered, so that he can open the scroll and its seven seals.”6 And between the throne and the four living creatures and among the elders I saw a Lamb standing, as though it had been slain, with seven horns and with seven eyes, which are the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth. 7 And he went and took the scroll from the right hand of him who was seated on the throne. 8 And when he had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, each holding a harp, and golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints. 9 And they sang a new song, saying,“Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation, 10 and you have made them a kingdom and priests to our God, and they shall reign on the earth.”11 Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, 12 saying with a loud voice,“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and mightand honor and glory and blessing!” 13 And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying, “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever!” 14 And the four living creatures said, “Amen!” and the elders fell down and worshiped. Introduction — From the Throne to the LambI. The Scroll in God's Hand (Revelation 5:1)II. No One Is Worthy to Open the Scroll (Revelation 5:2–4)III. God Has Found Someone He Can Trust (Revelation 5:5)IV. The Lion Is the Lamb (Revelation 5:6–7)V. Heaven Worships the Lamb (Revelation 5:8–10)VI. The Worship Keeps Growing (Revelation 5:11–14)Conclusion

Monday In this episode of Seeing Without Seeing, we come together in prayer and faith to seek the Lord concerning the pressing issues affecting our world today. This Christian podcast is a place for daily prayer, spiritual encouragement, and faith-based support as we lift up our children, our parents, and our loved ones who are facing sickness and life's challenges. We also pray for our leaders, asking God to release His wisdom, protection, and divine direction across the earth. If you are seeking peace, strength, and a deeper connection with God, this moment of prayer and encouragement is for you. Thank you for being a faithful supporter of this podcast. Your prayers, your shares, and your willingness to join your faith with ours help spread the message of hope, healing, and Kingdom living. There is power in agreement, and we are grateful to stand with you as we believe God to move mightily. If you have a prayer request, you may text 843-790-4229 or submit it by email to seeingwithoutseeing2020@gmail.com. Please place “Prayer Request” in the subject line. If you feel led to sow a seed into this ministry: • You may send via Zelle using the email seeingwithoutseeing2020@gmail.com • For PayPal instructions, email us with “Seed” in the subject line • Cash App: $seeingwithoutseeing Thank you again for your continued support. Please share this episode with others and join us as we grow in faith, walk in purpose, and seek the presence of God together.

Tom Treumuth joined me on DROP THE NEEDLE when we featured the debut Album of Honeymoon Suite. Great songs like New Girl Now, Burning in Love and Wave Babies.  Tom talked about the early days of recording the demos for this album. One that eventually would be signed by Bob Roper and WEA Canada.

To not believe in the power of prayer is to say, in essence, that God is a liar. Join in with this prayer to the all-mighty God whose throne does not tremble, even when the world yells and threatens and consumes.

As we journey through the book of Revelation this term, we thought it would be helpful (and fun!) create this podcast that goes a little deeper into some of the themes and passages we're exploring on a Sunday.Revelation isn't always the easiest book to get our heads around, and there's plenty that can leave us with questions, so each week we'll pick up where the Sunday preach leaves off — unpacking what we've heard, exploring some of the things we didn't have time to cover, and chatting through what it all means for us today.____________________Follow this link for resources to equip and encourage you as we journey through the last book of the Bible as a church:⁠⁠https://vineyardcardiff.org/revelation-series

What are angels really like—and how different are they from the pictures we see in movies, paintings, and popular culture?In this teaching lecture for the students of Village Bible Church, Joel Settecase introduces the unseen spiritual realm by exploring the biblical “hosts of heaven.”Rather than relying on imagination or tradition, Joel turns to Scripture to examine several roles played by heavenly beings. These include throne guardians such as seraphim and cherubim, members of the divine council, messengers who carry out God's commands, and warriors who battle against evil spiritual powers.The lesson explores the burning, winged seraphim of Isaiah 6; the strange, multi-faced cherubim of Ezekiel; the angels who deliver God's messages; and Michael, the heavenly warrior who fights against the forces of darkness.Students will also learn why angels are described more often by their roles than by their physical appearance, why Scripture forbids worshiping or praying to angels, and how these powerful beings serve God and assist His people.But the most important lesson is not ultimately about angels.Angels guard God's presence, carry His messages, and worship before His throne—but Jesus Christ is greater than every angel. He is the great High Priest, God in the flesh, and the One whom even the hosts of heaven worship.Go DeeperBecome the worldview leader your family and church need. Learn more about the Hammer & Anvil Society at https://thethink.institute/society.Pastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. Learn more at https://thethink.institute/forchurches.The Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry equipping believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner.

Sunday 27th September 2026 - West and North SitesSunday 4th October 2026 - Central AM & PMSpeaker - James RankineJames continues our series taking a close look at the last book in our Bibles - Revelation - exploring what it says about Jesus, who is its central character, and the hope that we find in Him.Visit ⁠⁠https://vineyardcardiff.org/revelation-series⁠⁠ for resources to equip and encourage you as we journey through the last book of the Bible as a church._______________1)  After this I looked, and there before me was a door standing open in heaven. And the voice I had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, ‘Come up here, and I will show you what must take place after this.' 2)  At once I was in the Spirit, and there before me was a throne in heaven with someone sitting on it. 3)  And the one who sat there had the appearance of jasper and ruby. A rainbow that shone like an emerald encircled the throne. 4)  Surrounding the throne were twenty-four other thrones, and seated on them were twenty-four elders. They were dressed in white and had crowns of gold on their heads. 5)  From the throne came flashes of lightning, rumblings and peals of thunder. In front of the throne, seven lamps were blazing. These are the seven spirits of God. 6)  Also in front of the throne there was what looked like a sea of glass, clear as crystal.In the centre, round the throne, were four living creatures, and they were covered with eyes, in front and behind. 7)  The first living creature was like a lion, the second was like an ox, the third had a face like a man, the fourth was like a flying eagle. 8)  Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all round, even under its wings. Day and night they never stop saying:‘“Holy, holy, holyis the Lord God Almighty,”who was, and is, and is to come.'9)  Whenever the living creatures give glory, honour and thanks to him who sits on the throne and who lives for ever and ever, 10)  the twenty-four elders fall down before him who sits on the throne and worship him who lives for ever and ever. They lay their crowns before the throne and say:11) ‘You are worthy, our Lord and God,    to receive glory and honour and power,for you created all things,    and by your will they were created    and have their being.'_______________Recorded at the North Site - 27Sep2026

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What is one of the greatest threats facing the church today?It may not be that people stop worshiping. It may be that we continue worshiping while slowly replacing God with ourselves.In Week 1 of our five-week State of the Church series, Pastor Shea Shrader examines the danger of self-centered Christianity and asks a deeply personal question:WHO IS SITTING ON THE THRONE?Romans 1 shows what happens when humanity stops glorifying God as God. Worship doesn't disappear. It simply changes direction. Instead of looking upward toward our Creator, our hearts begin bending inward toward ourselves.Scripture gives us sobering examples:Saul couldn't celebrate another man's success.Haman couldn't get past one man's disrespect.The Pharisee needed someone beneath him.The rich fool believed every blessing existed for himself.The disciples turned Kingdom work into a competition.Diotrephes simply had to be first.Different people. Different circumstances. Different centuries.Same throne: SELF.And self-worship can enter the church. It can carry a Bible, sing a hymn, serve on a committee, preach a sermon, and sit in the same pew for decades while still asking, “What about me?”But Isaiah 6 gives us the cure: a bigger vision of God.When Isaiah saw the Lord “high and lifted up,” his attention shifted from himself to the holiness and glory of God. When God becomes enormous in our vision, self gets smaller.This message challenges each of us to examine our hearts:When Jesus disagrees with me, who has to change?State of the Church begins with the state of my heart.When self is on the throne: “What about me?”When God is on the throne: “Here am I! Send me.”

The Throne of God is as real as it gets!

Joe continues our series on Revelation by looking at Revelation ch 4 and asking what the vision of the throne means to us today...

In today's word, Pastor Aby P Rajan reminds us what it truly means to know God and understand who we are in Christ. Our identity is not defined by our past, failures, circumstances, or condemnation, but by what Jesus has already accomplished for us. Through Christ, we can walk in righteousness, freedom, confidence, and victory. As we grow in understanding of God's Word, our perspective changes and we learn to live from the victory Christ has already given us. Be encouraged to know God deeply, discover who you are in Him, and never doubt His goodness.

Kan Capcom indtage Soulslike-genren? Onimusha: Way of the Sword er et tredjepersons action-adventure-spil udviklet og udgivet af Capcom. Det første Onimusha-spil udkom helt tilbage i 2001 og hed Onimusha: Warlords. Ideen med spillet var at lave en "ninja"-version af Capcoms anden populære franchise, Resident Evil.Onimusha: Warlords blev en relativt stor succes, fik gode anmeldelser, og en franchise var skabt. Men det blev kun til fire mainline-spil i serien, hvoraf det sidste, Dawn of Dreams, udkom i 2006 - det er altså 20 år siden, at det sidste reelle Onimusha-spil udkom. Men nu forsøger Capcom at lave et comeback til serien med dette års Way of the Sword.Onimusha: Way of the Sword startede udviklingen i starten af 2020 og blev officielt annonceret til hele verden ved The Game Awards i 2024.Selvom spillet selvfølgelig er ren fiktion, er hovedkarakteren opkaldt efter den ægte samurai Miyamoto Musashi, og karakterdesignet er skabt ud fra den legendariske japanske skuespiller Toshiro Mifune, som spillede med i film som Seven Samurai og Throne of Blood. To film fra 1950'erne, som begge betegnes som nogle af de mest indflydelsesrige samuraifilm, der nogensinde er lavet.Blandt andet inspirerede de en fyr, der hed George Lucas, til at lave en lille film, der hed Star Wars, men det er en helt anden historie.Onimusha: Way of the Sword er endnu et spil fra Capcom i 2026. Et år, hvor de allerede har udgivet succeser som Resident Evil Requiem og Pragmata. MEN kan de virkelig blive ved med at skabe hits?I denne episode deltager Jacob Ege Hinchely, Lasse Rasmussen og Morten Urup. Tusind tak fordi du lytter med.

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In this episode, we examine the aesthetic of the Dictator's Wife, a 20th century archetype of conspicuous luxury, scary elegance, and icy detachment. We catalog the aesthetic's signatures, from exotic furs and bulletproof coiffs to monochrome coordination and maximalist millinery. We consider how rigidly controlled femininity functions as armor and propaganda and survey the historical canon: Imelda Marcos's infamous wardrobe, Elena Ceaușescu's ugly-chic vanity crashouts, Asma al-Assad's Vogue-approved Euro minimalism, and more. We also relate these issues to America's current political climate, including the “edifice complex” ravaging our nation's capitol, Melania's beleaguered glam squad, and the gilded tyranny of Mar-a-Lago glamour. Links: Image boardCardi B dictator's wife memeCardi B by Szilveszter Makó for Vogue ArabiaRama Duwaji by Szilveszter Makó for The Cut“Fashion Twitter is mad Daniel Roseberry Dressed a MAGA heiress.” by Louis Pisano on SubstackLouis Pisano's “Couture & Corruption” series on TikTokLady Macbeth monologue from Act 1, Scene 5 of Macbeth“Shoes, furs and hypocrisy: Why we love to hate despots' wives” by Rebecca Seales in BBC NewsBond villain nationality masterlist“Womanliness as a Masquerade” by Joan Riviere “Women Behind the Throne” by Camille Paglia MAGA women research by Style Analytics on TikTokThe Kingmaker (2019) dir. Lauren GreenfieldGeneration Wealth by Lauren GreenfieldImelda (2003) dir. Ramona S. Diaz“5 Shopping Sprees So Wild, They Made History” by Maureen O'Connor in New YorkEva Peron Rainbow Tour of Europe cover story for TimeSanta Evita by Tomás Eloy Martínez“Behind Mugabe's fall: Gucci Grace versus the Crocodile” by Norimitsu Onishi in The Sydney Morning Herald“The Vanity Cult of Elena Ceausescu – Hated Wife of Romania's Dictator” by Matthew Gaskill in Vintage News“Ceausescu sale: Everything must go” (auction report) by Kate Connolly in The Guardian“The Party that Toppled a Dynasty and Changed the Middle East Forever” by Jeff Zhou in Young Diplomats Society“Asma al-Assad: A Rose in the Desert” by Joan Juliet Buck in Vogue“Syrian first lady Adma Al-Assad's outfits” by Aya Lowe in Monocle“How China Fell in Love with Syria's First Lady” in Worldcrunch“Armour of Couture” by Szilveszter Makó in Vogue Hong KongGucci Spring/Summer 2026 “La Famiglia” portrait campaign by Catherine OpieMelania Trump's “I Really Don't Care. Do U?” Zara jacket This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nymphetalumni.com/subscribe

00:00:00 2 Kings 1 – Ahaziah Sendeth to Inquire of Baal-zebub, and Elijah Bringeth Down Fire From Heaven00:03:21 2 Kings 2 – Elijah is Taken Up by a Whirlwind Into Heaven, and Elisha Succeedeth Him00:07:21 2 Kings 3 – Jehoram's Reign, and the War Against the Moabites00:11:23 2 Kings 4 – Elisha Multiplieth the Widow's Oil and Raiseth the Shunammite's Son00:17:31 2 Kings 5 – Naaman is Cured of His Leprosy, and Gehazi is Smitten Therewith00:22:29 2 Kings 6 – Elisha Causeth Iron to Swim and Smiteth the Syrians With Blindness00:27:26 2 Kings 7 – Elisha Prophesieth Incredible Plenty, and the Arameans Flee00:31:17 2 Kings 8 – The Shunammite's Land Restored; Hazael Murdereth Ben-hadad, and Jehoram Reigneth00:36:11 2 Kings 9 – Jehu is Anointed King, Slayeth Joram and Ahaziah, and Jezebel is Eaten by Dogs00:42:05 2 Kings 10 – Jehu Slayeth the Sons of Ahab and All the Worshipers of Baal00:48:32 2 Kings 11 – Athaliah Usurpeth the Throne, and Joash is Anointed King00:52:19 2 Kings 12 – Jehoash Repaireth the House of the LORD and is Slain by His Servants00:56:00 2 Kings 13 – The Reigns of Jehoahaz and Jehoash, and the Death of Elisha01:00:11 2 Kings 14 – Amaziah's Reign, His War With Israel, and the Reign of Jeroboam II01:04:53 2 Kings 15 – The Reigns of Azariah, Zechariah, Shallum, Menahem, Pekahiah, Pekah, and Jotham01:10:49 2 Kings 16 – Ahaz Reigneth Wickedly in Judah and Maketh an Altar After the Pattern of Damascus01:14:16 2 Kings 17 – Israel is Carried Away Captive Into Assyria for Their Sins01:20:54 2 Kings 18 – Hezekiah's Righteous Reign, and Sennacherib Besiegeth Jerusalem01:27:15 2 Kings 19 – Hezekiah Prayeth, and the Angel of the LORD Smiteth the Camp of the Assyrians01:33:16 2 Kings 20 – Hezekiah's Sickness, His Life Lengthened, and the Babylonian Envoys01:36:32 2 Kings 21 – The Wicked Reigns of Manasseh and Amon in Judah01:40:14 2 Kings 22 – Josiah's Good Reign, and Hilkiah Findeth the Book of the Law01:43:47 2 Kings 23 – Josiah Destroyeth Idolatry, Keepeth the Passover, and is Slain in Battle01:51:01 2 Kings 24 – Jerusalem is Besieged and Nebuchadnezzar Carrieth Away the First Captives01:54:05 2 Kings 25 – Jerusalem is Destroyed, the Temple Burnt, and Judah Carried Away Captive

Revelation 4:1–114 After this I looked, and behold, a door standing open in heaven! And the first voice, which I had heard speaking to me like a trumpet, said, “Come up here, and I will show you what must take place after this.” 2 At once I was in the Spirit, and behold, a throne stood in heaven, with one seated on the throne. 3 And he who sat there had the appearance of jasper and carnelian, and around the throne was a rainbow that had the appearance of an emerald. 4 Around the throne were twenty-four thrones, and seated on the thrones were twenty-four elders, clothed in white garments, with golden crowns on their heads. 5 From the throne came flashes of lightning, and rumblings[a] and peals of thunder, and before the throne were burning seven torches of fire, which are the seven spirits of God, 6 and before the throne there was as it were a sea of glass, like crystal.And around the throne, on each side of the throne, are four living creatures, full of eyes in front and behind: 7 the first living creature like a lion, the second living creature like an ox, the third living creature with the face of a man, and the fourth living creature like an eagle in flight. 8 And the four living creatures, each of them with six wings, are full of eyes all around and within, and day and night they never cease to say,“Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”9 And whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to him who is seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever, 10 the twenty-four elders fall down before him who is seated on the throne and worship him who lives forever and ever. They cast their crowns before the throne, saying,11 “Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created.” Introduction – Look UpI. John Sees the Throne of God (vv.1–3) II. John Sees Worship Surrounding the Throne (vv.4–8) III. The Elders Cast Their Crowns Before the Throne (vv.9–10) IV. God Is Worthy Because He Created All Things (v.11)Application: How We Worship

Jonathan Cahn claims that the mysterious "throne of Satan" in Revelation 2:13 can be identified—and that its rediscovery is connected to some of the darkest events in modern history. We examine the biblical text, the history, and a critical review of Cahn's extraordinary claims.

Jonathan Cahn claims that the mysterious "throne of Satan" in Revelation 2:13 can be identified—and that its rediscovery is connected to some of the darkest events in modern history. We examine the biblical text, the history, and a critical review of Cahn's extraordinary claims.

In this episode of The Leader's Notebook (Ep. 331), I continue looking at the life of David in 2 Samuel 5–6 and one of the most difficult spiritual disciplines we will ever learn: waiting on God. David had been promised the throne years before he actually became king, yet he refused to force God's promise through his own strength or timing. He waited for God to fulfill what He had spoken, and when God gave him direction, David learned to listen, obey, and move forward in faith. We also see David establish Jerusalem, defeat the Philistines, and bring the Ark of the Covenant into the city. His first attempt reveals an important lesson: we can have the right goal and still try to accomplish it the wrong way. David learns that we do not prop God up—God props us up. And when the Ark finally enters Jerusalem, David worships with unrestrained joy and generosity. Through David's victories, failures, worship, and patience, we are reminded that a life after God's own heart is built on believing God, consulting God, obeying God, and waiting on God. – Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters (00:00:03) - The Leaders Notebook(00:00:26) - The Life of King David(00:02:39) - David the King of Israel(00:07:17) - Why didn't David Just Seize the King's Throne?(00:10:05) - David's Life(00:11:11) - David's decision on the capital of Israel(00:16:49) - The Israel Tribes(00:24:21) - David the Great vs the Philistines(00:31:09) - David's Decision to Bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem(00:37:45) - David(00:43:55) - David the King and His Generosity(00:49:32) - Waiting on the Lord

Jonathan Cahn and Mondo Gonzales examine the remarkable history of the Altar of Pergamum, identified by many with the “throne of Satan” mentioned in Revelation. They explore its location in Berlin, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the reunification of Germany and the emergence of a new European political order.

Jonathan Cahn and Mondo Gonzales examine the remarkable history of the Altar of Pergamum, identified by many with the “throne of Satan” mentioned in Revelation. They explore its location in Berlin, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the reunification of Germany and the emergence of a new European political order.

What does it really mean to be “after God's own heart”? In the final teaching of After God's Own Heart, Jason Coker returns to the complicated story of King David, Bathsheba, Solomon, and the struggle for power in 1 Kings 1–2. Rather than treating these biblical stories as simple examples of how we should live, Jason invites us to read them with discernment—to ask what is good, what is harmful, where power is being abused, and where the heart of God might actually be found. Through the stories of David and Bathsheba, Jason explores the corrupting nature of power, the ways people who are oppressed may have to navigate systems of power to survive, and the responsibility of those with privilege to stand alongside people who are suffering. The episode ultimately returns to the question that has shaped this entire series: What does it mean to be a person after God's own heart? Jason argues that we see God's heart when people resist the temptations of power, use their privilege to advocate for others, and pursue liberation from oppressive systems—even when those choices are complicated and uncomfortable. As After God's Own Heart comes to a close, this teaching offers an invitation to take responsibility for our own moral judgment, read Scripture with courage and discernment, and recognize what is good, right, and true for ourselves. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction and Series Recap(00:03:33) - Reading 1 Kings 2: Bathsheba's New Power(00:07:20) - The Story of David and Abishag(00:11:15) - David's Genealogy: Power Through Women and Children(00:15:29) - Adonijah's Bid for the Throne(00:17:34) - Nathan and Bathsheba's Plot to Secure Solomon's Throne(00:20:45) - Solomon Crowned King(00:21:42) - Reading Scripture Critically: Game of Thrones Comparison(00:25:28) - Wil Gafney's Interpretation of Bathsheba(00:27:05) - Adonijah's Fatal Request for Abishag(00:32:51) - Did Bathsheba Know? Power and Intrigue(00:35:04) - David's Fall: A Man After God's Heart Corrupted(00:37:26) - Finding God's Heart: Power, Allyship, and Liberation(00:41:02) - Closing Prayer(00:43:05) - Outro

Best Wishes tries to just freaking RELAX FOR A MINUTE, before they rush off headlong into the final story of this campaign...Our Patreon is a happening place to be!! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Please consider subscribing, rating and leaving a review! Main Campaign episodes will be LIVE on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd - come join in our live chat for some delightful good times.  A big thank you to our fantastic sponsors and partners! All our music is credited to Epidemic Sound, as well as original compositions by Si Rutherford. Thanks to Syrinscape for our atmosphere and sound because epic games deserve epic sound!  Art by the amazing @jakebartok on Instagram! We're also thrilled to be partnered with Familiar Dice, maker of artisanal math rocks for all your clickity-clackity needs. Check them out on instagram @familiardice. Supporting these awesome creators helps support us so that we can keep playing this crazy D&D game we love.Finally, we'd like to take a moment to encourage our viewers to donate to reputable organizations that take a stand and support the fight against racism, fascism, oppression, and injustice. We at Blackwater stand with those who persist in the face of terrorism, hate crime, brutality and violence, and encourage others to educate themselves on how to be an ally in these uncertain times. We commit to fighting violence at both individual and systemic levels, and champion the voices and stories of those who have been silenced for so long. As well, please consider donating to organizations that champion BIMPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ folx and the fight for equality regardless of who you are and who you love. Because whoever you are, and however you roll, we love you. Session date: September 14th, 2026In game date: 27th Peldaven 2438 (very early morning) - 2nd Erathean 2438 (midday)

Sermon Outline: "The Throne Is Open for Business: Bold Access in an Unshaken Kingdom" I. John on Patmos: Shift in Perspective (Revelation 4:1–2) The Reality of Hard Places: John went from witnessing Christ's earthly miracles to facing exile, solitary confinement, and hard labour in the rock quarry of Patmos (00:58:10). Looking Up Above Circumstances: In the middle of hard realities, John looked up and saw an open door in heaven. Believers must shift from horizontal focus (earthly struggles) to vertical focus (heavenly throne) (01:00:55, Colossians 3:1–3). An Unshaken & Occupied Throne: The heavenly throne is unmovable, untouchable, and sovereign. God is actively seated on the throne, in total control regardless of world events or personal crises (01:05:33). II. Yom Kippur & The Torn Veil (Hebrews 4:14–16; 10:19–22) The Significance of Yom Kippur: Preached on the exact day of Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement), highlighting the transition from the restrictive Old Covenant tabernacle to the limitless access bought by Christ (01:15:38). Access Granted at Calvary: The Old Covenant veil declared "keep out," but when Jesus died, the veil tore from top to bottom (God reaching down to man), granting permanent, bold access to the Most Holy Place (01:23:09, Matthew 27:50–51). The Superiority of Christ's Blood: Unlike the annual blood of bulls and goats that served as a yearly reminder of sin, Jesus' precious blood washed sin away permanently (01:18:20). III. Approaching the Throne of Grace Mercy vs. Grace: Mercy handles yesterday (what we have done wrong) (01:24:25). Grace meets us today (supplying power for what we cannot handle) (01:24:25). Never Treating the Blood as Common: We treat Christ's blood as common/unholy when we refuse to forgive ourselves, dig up past forgiven sins, or claim our situation is beyond redemption (01:29:47, Hebrews 10:26–29). Examples of Radical Atonement: If God could redeem Mary Magdalene, the Gadarene demoniac, Peter (after his betrayal), and Saul of Tarsus (a murderer), there is no pit or person beyond the reach of Christ's redeeming blood (01:31:33). Scripture Index Revelation 4:1–2 > "After these things I looked, and behold, a door standing open in heaven... Immediately I was in the Spirit; and behold, a throne set in heaven, and One sat on the throne." (00:56:31) Hebrews 4:14–16 > "Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God... Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." (00:57:13, 01:13:45) Colossians 3:1–3 > "If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth." (01:04:13) Revelation 3:20 > "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him..." (01:02:00) Psalm 103:19 > "The Lord has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all." (01:11:11) Revelation 4:11 > "You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; for You created all things, and by Your will they exist and were created." (01:12:05) Matthew 27:50–51 > "And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice, and yielded up His spirit. Then, behold, the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom..." (01:23:09) Hebrews 10:18–22 > "Having boldness to enter the Holiest by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way which He consecrated for us, through the veil, that is, His flesh..." (01:19:51) Hebrews 10:29 > "...who has trampled the Son of God underfoot, counted the blood of the covenant by which he was sanctified a common thing, and insulted the Spirit of grace?" (01:29:47) Revelation 5:5, 9–10 > "Do not weep. Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed... You are worthy to take the scroll... for You were slain, and have redeemed us to God by Your blood..." (01:35:10) "Thanks for listening! For more information, visit churchoftheharvest.com. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and YouTube @cothcleveland.

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The Bible says Satan once had the power of death—but at Calvary, something happened that he apparently never saw coming. Jesus Christ conquered the grave and emerged with the keys of hell and death! But there's another mystery. Daniel foretold the exact sequence of events surrounding the Messiah: He would be cut off, Jerusalem and the Temple would be destroyed, and ultimately a covenant would launch the final seven years leading to the return of Jesus Christ. And then there is the ancient city where Jesus said Satan's throne was located. Its massive altar was excavated, moved to Germany, and decades later became an architectural inspiration for the platform used at Hitler's Nazi rallies. Coincidence, history—or something much darker? Satan's throne, the victory of Calvary, and the countdown to the final seven years—all today on The Endtime Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dive into our literary analysis of House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas, the long-awaited third novel in the bestselling Crescent City series. In this season, we break down House of Flame and Shadow through an academic lens, using our combined 13 years of literary training to analyze Bryce Quinlan, Hunt Athalar, Ruhn Danaan, Lidia Cervos, and the novel's most pivotal character arcs, relationships, and world-building. We explore Sarah J. Maas's use of symbolism, mythology, foreshadowing, narrative structure, and character development while examining the book's biggest themes—including fate, power, identity, sacrifice, love, and redemption. Whether you're searching for a House of Flame and Shadow recap, Crescent City theories, Sarah J. Maas Easter eggs, Maasverse connections, ACOTAR crossovers, or in-depth literary analysis, this season is your complete companion to one of the most talked-about fantasy books of the year. In this Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks episode, we're sharing listener thoughts, uncovering hidden clues and “breadcrumbs” from House of Flame and Shadow, and diving into fan theories that connect across the Crescent City series and the wider Maas universe. This episode contains spoilers for the full ACOTAR series, Throne of Glass series, and all Sarah J. Maas interviews. Share your thoughts for a chance to be featured! Submit them at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠booktalkforbooktok.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future mini-episode or exclusive Patreon discussion. Sponsor: Vionic Use code BOOKTALK at checkout for 15% off your entire order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.vionicshoes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Support the Show:  Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/booktalkforbooktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Etsy Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us on Social: Instagram: @BookTalkForBookTok TikTok: @BookTalkForBookTok YouTube: @BookTalkForBookTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) dig into their very different relationships with big books, from what counts as "big" and knowing when the moment is right to what makes a long book worth the extra pages. They also share some of their favorite big books — and a few they wish had been shorter. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Where Sarah and Chrissie each draw the line between a regular book and a big book. Is a 700-page book intimidating … or an invitation to settle in? When, and why, are they most likely to pick up a long book? Does format or genre change how big a book feels? What makes a book actually deserve its high page count? Some of their favorite big books … and a few they really wish had been shorter. Some Favorite BIG Books Chrissie 4 3 2 1 by Paul Auster (2017) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [30:38]  The Princes of Ireland (The Dublin Saga, 1) by Edward Rutherfurd (2004) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [33:36] Fox by Joyce Carol Oates (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [35:54] Red Comet by Heather Clark (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [39:10] Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke (2004) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:45] The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [44:30]  Sarah 11/22/63 by Stephen King (2011) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [32:31]  I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb (1998) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [34:32] A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving (1989) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [37:23] The World According to Garp by John Irving (1978) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [37:25] Natchez Burning (Penn Cage, 4; Natchez Burning, 1) by Greg Iles (2014) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:19]  Wanderers (Wanderers, 1) by Chuck Wendig (2019) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [43:40] Other Books Mentioned War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy (1869) [30:06] The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas (1846) [30:07]   The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne (2017) [31:43]  Sarum by Edward Rutherfurd (1987) [33:49] London by Edward Rutherfurd (1998) [33:53]   The Rebels of Ireland (The Dublin Saga, 2) by Edward Rutherfurd (2006) [34:19]  Whistler by Ann Patchett (2026) [38:04]  Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard (2011) [40:23] Some BIG Books That Felt Too Long Chrissie Ordinary Monsters (The Talents, 1) by J. M. Miro (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [48:39] Wellness by Nathan Hill (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [51:24]  Sarah City on Fire by Garth Risk Hallberg (2015) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:39]  The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy (1986) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [49:51] Other Books Mentioned The Bonfire of the Vanities by Tom Wolfe (1987) [46:06] The Second Coming by Garth Risk Hallberg (2024) [48:05]  Books From the Opening Discussion The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett (1989) [9:24] The Brightness by Chad Harbach (October 27, 2026) [11:47] I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb (1998) [14:07] Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, 1) by Sarah J. Maas (2012) [14:51]  Outlander (Outlander, 1) by Diana Gabaldon (1991) [19:05]  1929 by Andrew Ross Sorkin (2025) [22:12] Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi with Curt Gentry (1974) [22:19] Generations by Jean M. Twenge, PhD (2023) [22:26]   Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (2026) [26:13]  The Elements by John Boyne (2025) [29:08]  A Court of Forgotten Memory (ACOTAR, 7) by Sarah J. Maas (January 12, 2027) [29:39]  Other Links The Gilmore Guide to Books | Catherine's Review of Ordinary Monsters