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Forensic data and pattern recognition tell us a lot, but how does it help in the fight against domestic violence? And how are some data points more important than others?  Dr Lyndal Bugeja is the research lead of the Violence Investigation Research and Training Unit at Monash University, and is an expert in interpreting forensic data sets to gain an understanding as to how people are dying/being killed and what can be done to stop it.  Lyndal sits down with host Kathryn Fox to explain how a tragic case in the late 90s proved one of her hypothesis false, but also changed the way she went about research and data recognition.  This episode contains references to violence against women and children. If you or someone you know needs help, dial 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). If you're in Australia, and you're in immediate danger, dial 000.  If this content affected you, the number for lifeline is 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great Plains Cotton Conference Food Producer Workshops Wanting to Rebuild K-State's Dairy Unit   00:01:05 – Great Plains Cotton Conference: Kicking off today's show is K-State's Sarah Lancaster and Logan Simon as they preview the Great Plains Cotton Conference taking place towards the end of February. Conference Schedule Gaylon: gmorgan@cottoninc.com or 919-259-4137 Shelley: sheinrich@cottonboard.org or 806-670-3250   00:12:05 – Food Producer Workshops: Director of From the Land of Kansas program, Sammy Gleason, continues the show with information about Local Food Producer workshops and how the From the Land of Kansas supports producers. Food Producers Workshops fromthelandofkansas.com   00:23:05 – Wanting to Rebuild K-State's Dairy Unit: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today's show by discussing the university's efforts to secure funding to rebuild its Dairy Research and Training Unit which has been in operation since 1977.   Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Sorry that this episode is so long. I guess I got a bit long-winded tonight.  Well, it's almost the weekend.  We have two Ukraine stories, and three US Army stories- one of which is about the 2023 Best Mortar Competition. We have two stories from Australia, one story from Canada, and one from the UK. Finally- our last story discusses the new Amphibious Training Course that the USMC is working on to integrate the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) into their formations safely.  Safely is the key word.

With negotiations over the NYS budget in overtime over criminal justice reform, Kalle Condliffe, staff attorney with Criminal Defense Practice's Training Unit at the Legal Aid Society, argues against weakening the discovery reform law enacted in 2019, despite pushback from prosecutors who argue it's leading to case dismissals.

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office congratulates Lieutenant Bryant Harris on graduating from the 285th session of the FBI National Academy. Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy offers 10 weeks of advanced communication, leadership, and fitness training. Lieutenant Harris has dedicated his career to the defense of our nation and the service of his community with over 22 years of combined service. He is a Marine, Former Secret Service Uniform Division Officer, and current Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office Assistant Director of Training. Lieutenant Harris is a Cum Laude graduate of Catawba College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Emergency Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.Lieutenant Harris has gained knowledge by working various divisions to include Jail Operations, Court Operations Security, Field Operations, Fugitive Unit, and Training Unit throughout 17 years of service at the Sheriff's Office.

Moira Hannon reports from the Training Unit at Mountjoy Prison where older inmates are being prepared for life outside the prison.

Chris Kuras is a full-time police officer assigned to the Training Unit of his agency. Chris is also on the department's SWAT team where he utilizes his background in athletics to help push the officers to be better at shooting and fitness. Chris is also an instructor for Condition One Group which has a variety of training courses with a big focus on Close Quarter Battle or CQB. Military, Law Enforcement and Civilians all can train with Condition One and we discuss this in the episode. Links mentioned in the show: Condition One Group

Officer Joe Arnold from the Training Unit joins us to talk about what it's like training new recruits at Waco PD, keeping our current officers up to date on skills and teaching many others in the community what it's like to be a police officer. The Training Unit is an essential piece of the puzzle and without them our officers wouldn't have the skill and knowledge they do to serve and protect our community.

Officer Joe Arnold from the Training Unit joins us to talk about what it's like training new recruits at Waco PD, keeping our current officers up to date on skills and teaching many others in the community what it's like to be a police officer. The Training Unit is an essential piece of the puzzle and without them our officers wouldn't have the skill and knowledge they do to serve and protect our community.

An eternity ago I met a young Chris Perez, working together at REI, hiking, biking, going to school and starting our young families. We had a lot in common and became fast friends. Perez graduated and became a local police officer, serving in every possible capacity (see below). In Episode 69 Commander Perez and I discuss some of the lessons learned during his storied career and how we still have many things in common, the most obvious being our desire to be firefighters, I mean public servants. Enjoy the episode.   A little more about our guest… Commander Chris Pérez, began his career with the Chandler Police Department in 1997, after serving in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman. He has worked in numerous patrol positions throughout the department. In 2000 he became an investigator as part of the Neighborhood Response Team. In 2004 Pérez changed roles and became a School Resource Officer, instructing students in the Chandler Unified School District. In this assignment, Pérez created the Chandler Police Department Wilderness Experience, an outdoor, experiential education opportunity that serves middle school students. This successful program is still active today. In 2004 he returned to the Criminal Investigations Bureau as a Special Victims detective, where he investigated violent crime and crimes against children. During his tenure, Pérez oversaw some of the city's most high-profile cases and sought justice for victims. In 2012 he was promoted to sergeant and returned to patrol until 2014 when he was selected to return to the Special Victims Unit as Detective Sergeant. This provided the opportunity to oversee the direction of investigations, enhance best practices and serve as co-coordinator for the State of Arizona Child Abduction Response Team. He also served on an advisory committee in Washington D.C. developing a national protocol for sex abuse medical forensic examinations, in conjunction with the Department of Justice, the Department of Interior, the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Human Health Services. In 2014, Pérez assumed leadership of the Honor Guard as an ancillary duty, and in 2015 he was promoted to lieutenant, serving as watch commander over patrol. In 2016 he was selected to lead the department's Special Investigations Section overseeing all Gang, Criminal Intelligence, Narcotics and Human Trafficking investigations. In January of 2020, Commander Perez was assigned as the Operational Support Bureau Commander.  Perez oversees the daily operations of the following units:  SWAT, Criminal Apprehension Unit (CAU), K-9 Unit, Motor Unit, DUI Unit, Vehicular Crimes Unit, Bike Team Unit, Training Unit, SRO Unit, Park Ranger Unit, Volunteers in Policing Unit, Detention Services Unit, and our Police Cadet Unit. Commander Pérez earned a bachelor's degree in history from Arizona State University in 1997 and holds a master's degree (2010) in education from Northern Arizona University. In his spare time, Commander Pérez is an outdoor enthusiast, an Adjunct College Professor of Justice Studies and also presents case studies and lectures throughout the United States. ____________________________   You can find the Fireground Fitness podcast wherever great podcasts are located. So, search it out and subscribe. Your feedback is powerful, and greatly appreciated. Go to apple podcasts, subscribe, rate and review the podcast or shoot me an email! If you would like to contact today's guest...   Email: cperez377@gmail.com   Your host can be reached at: IG: @firegroundfitness FB: @fireground fitness Twitter: @firegroundfit Email: raynegray@firegroundfitness.com      

The final judgment described in Revelation 19 demonstrates the holy love of God. Many today resist the idea of God as judge, but when they do so, they are left with a one-dimensional God—a sappy, sanitized deity whom they can easily manage. He nods and winks at our behavior, much like a kind elderly man... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 4: The Redeemer Returns appeared first on The Gospel Project.

The final judgment described in Revelation 19 demonstrates the holy love of God. Many today resist the idea of God as judge, but when they do so, they are left with a one-dimensional God—a sappy, sanitized deity whom they can easily manage. He nods and winks at our behavior, much like a kind elderly man... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 4: The Redeemer Returns appeared first on The Gospel Project.

John wept at the thought of no one being able to open the scroll “or even to look in it” (Rev. 5:3). Imagine what must have gone through his mind in that moment. No one will be able to bring about the happy ending to this war-torn world of suffering. No one will be able... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 3: The Redeemer Is Worshiped appeared first on The Gospel Project.

John wept at the thought of no one being able to open the scroll “or even to look in it” (Rev. 5:3). Imagine what must have gone through his mind in that moment. No one will be able to bring about the happy ending to this war-torn world of suffering. No one will be able... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 3: The Redeemer Is Worshiped appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Everyone has mental health. It is just one type of health that makes up who we are. In this episode, Dr. Rodney Boncajes, a Diplomate of the Specialty Board of Philippine Psychiatry, a Medical Specialist III in Psychiatry, and Unit Head, Community-Based Mental Health Capacity Building and Training Unit of National Center for Mental Health, help us understand mental health, how we can end the stigma about mental health, talks about the state of mental health in the country and how to take care of our mental health amid the pandemic. #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthPH You can follow and send me voice notes on: Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/taketheplungewithpavin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taketheplungewithpavin Instagram: https://instagram.com/taketheplungewithpavin Twitter: https://twitter.com/takeDplungepod Do you have a minute? Can you rate and leave a review on this podcast show on: Podchaser - https://bit.ly/2LB0WN4 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3qaaMEC

The letters to the seven churches are filled with insight into what constitutes a faithful Christian congregation. In the first four, we see several important emphases. In the letter to Ephesus, we're reminded of the need for a passionate, right relationship with God from which good works flow (and without which good works are dead).... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 2: The Redeemer Calls His People Toward Renewal appeared first on The Gospel Project.

The letters to the seven churches are filled with insight into what constitutes a faithful Christian congregation. In the first four, we see several important emphases. In the letter to Ephesus, we're reminded of the need for a passionate, right relationship with God from which good works flow (and without which good works are dead).... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 2: The Redeemer Calls His People Toward Renewal appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Revelation begins and ends with blessing. We see blessing in the beginning in verse 3, where the author blesses the one who “reads aloud the words of this prophecy.” And we see blessing at the end in Revelation 22:14: “Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 1: The Redeemer Reveals His Glory appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Revelation begins and ends with blessing. We see blessing in the beginning in verse 3, where the author blesses the one who “reads aloud the words of this prophecy.” And we see blessing at the end in Revelation 22:14: “Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 36, Session 1: The Redeemer Reveals His Glory appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Bible commentators often point out the similarities between Jude's and Peter's epistles. Like Jude, Peter often spoke about our common salvation. First Peter 1:3-5 points out that God has given us “new birth” into His family through the person and work of Jesus Christ. Amazingly, by the grace and power of God, our spiritual DNA... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 5: Defending the Faith appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Bible commentators often point out the similarities between Jude's and Peter's epistles. Like Jude, Peter often spoke about our common salvation. First Peter 1:3-5 points out that God has given us “new birth” into His family through the person and work of Jesus Christ. Amazingly, by the grace and power of God, our spiritual DNA... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 5: Defending the Faith appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Understanding the depth and breadth of the gospel cannot happen until we have received Jesus Christ's death on the cross as payment for our sin. It is the result of a lifelong journey that starts with God's love and begins because of God's initiative. The apostle John was able to speak about God's love on... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 4: Obeying from Love appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Understanding the depth and breadth of the gospel cannot happen until we have received Jesus Christ's death on the cross as payment for our sin. It is the result of a lifelong journey that starts with God's love and begins because of God's initiative. The apostle John was able to speak about God's love on... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 4: Obeying from Love appeared first on The Gospel Project.

The Letter to Philemon is a short letter. Paul was succinct and direct in his brotherly exhortation to Philemon. Paul opened by identifying himself as a prisoner for Christ, and he identified Philemon as a fellow worker in the Lord, one who provided space in his home for the gathering of the church in his... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 3: Living in Grace appeared first on The Gospel Project.

The Letter to Philemon is a short letter. Paul was succinct and direct in his brotherly exhortation to Philemon. Paul opened by identifying himself as a prisoner for Christ, and he identified Philemon as a fellow worker in the Lord, one who provided space in his home for the gathering of the church in his... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 3: Living in Grace appeared first on The Gospel Project.

There's nothing more humbling than being on a boat in the middle of a large body of water. You come to realize the level of faith you have in that boat to keep you safe. It's convicting to grasp how often we can place our trust in something that is made by human hands and... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 2: Clinging to the Promises of God appeared first on The Gospel Project.

There's nothing more humbling than being on a boat in the middle of a large body of water. You come to realize the level of faith you have in that boat to keep you safe. It's convicting to grasp how often we can place our trust in something that is made by human hands and... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 2: Clinging to the Promises of God appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Paul was able to give his defense before Festus. Paul's accusers knew they couldn't get what they wanted as long as the trial was in the Roman court system. This helps us reflect on Jesus' trials and how execution was granted by Pilate. Jesus' execution was not only because of the pressure applied by Jesus'... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 1: Preaching in All Circumstances appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Paul was able to give his defense before Festus. Paul's accusers knew they couldn't get what they wanted as long as the trial was in the Roman court system. This helps us reflect on Jesus' trials and how execution was granted by Pilate. Jesus' execution was not only because of the pressure applied by Jesus'... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 35, Session 1: Preaching in All Circumstances appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Paul expressed how much joy the Philippian believers' gospel partnership brought him and reminded them that their sovereign and faithful God would keep them to the end (1:3-6). He prayed that God would cause their love to increase so they would stay pure and blameless, full of the fruit of righteousness (vv. 9-11). That's what... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 4: Pressing Toward the Goal appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Paul expressed how much joy the Philippian believers' gospel partnership brought him and reminded them that their sovereign and faithful God would keep them to the end (1:3-6). He prayed that God would cause their love to increase so they would stay pure and blameless, full of the fruit of righteousness (vv. 9-11). That's what... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 4: Pressing Toward the Goal appeared first on The Gospel Project.

After a brief greeting, Paul in Ephesians 1 praised God for all He accomplished through Christ for our redemption and restoration (vv. 3-4). Paul thanked God for the believer's maturity in faith in Christ. By His glorious grace, people chosen from before the foundation of the world have come together in praise of His glory... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 3: Breaking Down Barriers appeared first on The Gospel Project.

After a brief greeting, Paul in Ephesians 1 praised God for all He accomplished through Christ for our redemption and restoration (vv. 3-4). Paul thanked God for the believer's maturity in faith in Christ. By His glorious grace, people chosen from before the foundation of the world have come together in praise of His glory... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 3: Breaking Down Barriers appeared first on The Gospel Project.

God had a plan for Paul, and what God decrees will always come to pass (see Isa. 46:9-10; Eph. 1:10). As we see Acts 23, Roman soldiers protected Paul from harm and death, but God is the One who sends protection. He also is the One who reveals His plan in His time. Cutting through... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 2: Continuing Through Opposition appeared first on The Gospel Project.

God had a plan for Paul, and what God decrees will always come to pass (see Isa. 46:9-10; Eph. 1:10). As we see Acts 23, Roman soldiers protected Paul from harm and death, but God is the One who sends protection. He also is the One who reveals His plan in His time. Cutting through... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 2: Continuing Through Opposition appeared first on The Gospel Project.

In this Acts 18 we see Paul beginning his third missionary journey. His heart was always toprovide encouragement to the disciples in every city he had visited previously. May wetoo consider how we can check in on the body of Christ. How can we encourage believers if they're struggling in their walk? How can we... The post “All Things New”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 34, Session 1: Persevering in the Mission appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Christ, our infinite God, is the only One who can quench that infinite longing in us to be known completely, be safe, and be made whole. His promise that He will come back for His people and we will be with Him always is not meant to function as a bandage but as a balm... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 33, Session 4: The Church Is United in Hope appeared first on The Gospel Project.

In Galatians 3:1-9, we see Christ crucified (v. 1), the Spirit received by faith (v. 2) and working miracles among the Galatians (v. 5), God the Father supplying the Spirit (v. 5), and Scripture foretelling God's justification of Gentiles by faith as He did Abraham (vv. 8-9). While it's clear that God the Father has... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 33, Session 3: The Church Is United in Faith appeared first on The Gospel Project.

As we share the gospel, we need to understand up front that some people will receive the message (Acts 17:1-4) while others will reject it (vv. 5-9). Regardless of the response, we learn from Paul how to continue sharing the gospel clearly, winsomely, and compellingly. Notice how Paul shared the gospel. He “reasoned with them... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 33, Session 2: The Church Is United in Love appeared first on The Gospel Project.

The salvation we enjoy first came to the Jews in Jerusalem and Judea. The Jews were expecting a Jewish Messiah to come and restore the kingdom to Israel on the promise of a new covenant: a new heart, forgiveness of sin, and the coming of the Holy Spirit. When they heard that Gentiles were also... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 33, Session 1: The Church Is United in the Essentials appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Paul and Timothy had a special relationship. Throughout his letters, Paul referred to Timothy with much affection. In 1 Timothy 1:2, he used the phrase “my dearly loved son.” In 1 Corinthians 4:17, Paul said to the church at Corinth that Timothy was his “dearly loved and faithful child in the Lord.” A sign of... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 32, Session 4: The Church Is United Under Godly Leaders appeared first on The Gospel Project.

What you will learn.  Our show begins with Karen discussing the breaking news of the verdict in the Chauvin murder trial (we taped the show the morning after the jury reached its guilty verdict).  Karen discusses the cognitive dissonance she feels as a criminal defense attorney, believing that the jury reached a correct and just verdict but describing the awkward tension being a defense attorney but routing for the prosecution.  Karen discusses her views on what the defense attorney did well and where she believes mistakes were made.  She talks about the decision not to put Chauvin on the witness stand.After discussing the Chauvin trial, Karen goes on to describe her background and pathway to becoming a successful criminal defense trial lawyer.  She joined the New York Legal Aid Society directly out of law school.Karen married a fellow trial lawyer, who she describes as her mentor and the best courtroom lawyer she has ever seen.Karen talks about how she initially tried to model herself on her husband's courtroom style, but later became a better lawyer when she was able to find her own voice.After trying cases for a number of years, Karen was invited to attend the National Criminal Defense College, which, at the time, was located in Macon, Georgia.  Karen describes how the curriculum in Macon was eye opening for her and taught her new a new vocabulary and approach to trying cases.  When Karen returned to the Bronx she established a trial skills program based in part on what she had learned in Macon.In her trial skills program, Karen began to develop innovative approaches to both trying cases herself and teaching trial skills.  She brought in improv actors to help lawyers improve their ability to improvise and think quickly on their feet, which is particularly important during cross examination.  She brought in storytellers to teach lawyers to become better at constructing and weaving compelling narratives. She even trained with a voice coach to improve how she used her voice in the courtroom.More recently, Karen became the Dean of the National Criminal Defense College, which has now moved its headquarters to Karen's home state of Rhode Island.  Karen also works as the Legal Training Director of the Criminal Practice at the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Massachusetts, where she trains lawyers in trying cases.About Karen Smolar https://www.publiccounsel.net/dir/bos-train/karen-smolar/Karen Smolar is the Legal Training Director of the Criminal Practice at the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Massachusetts. Before coming to the Commonwealth, she worked as a criminal defense attorney since graduating from law school in 1992. For the last 19 years, Karen was the Trial Chief at the Bronx Defenders in New York City. At CPCS, she works with the Training Unit developing and conducting legal and skills trainings for the public defenders and bar advocates across the state. She also works with other practice areas at CPCS as they conceptualize training across all practice areas. While at The Bronx Defenders, in 2007, Karen created Defenders' Academy , an national, innovative trial skills program for public and private attorneys across the nation. The program continues to this day and is the only one of its kind in the country that focuses on the intersection between trial skills and performance work and welcomes attorneys from criminal, family and civil practices.In August of 2017, Karen was appointed to become the Dean of the National Criminal Defense College after serving as a committed faculty member for over ten years. She has also taught Trial Advocacy as an adjunct professor at St. John's School of Law and Seton Hall Law School. She has lectured on various topics for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New York State Defenders Association and other defenders offices, nationally. She has also been a guest trainer at various state-wide public defender training programs across the nation. ​About ElawvateThe Elawvate Podcast – Where Trial Lawyers Learn, Share, and Grow is where the practice of trial law meets personal growth. To succeed as a trial lawyer and build a successful law firm requires practice skills, strategic thinking and some amount of business and entrepreneurial savvy. Elawvate is a place to learn and share skills and strategies for success.But it is also a place to dig deeper and achieve personal growth.Those who succeed as trial lawyers at the highest levels cultivate character, principle, integrity, leadership, courage, compassion and perseverance. We learn and draw inspiration from those who have achieved this success.For more about Elawvate, visit our website at www.elawvate.fm.  You can also join our Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/398030871291513For more information or to contact the hosts, see:(Rahul Ravipudi (https://www.psblaw.com/ravipudi.html )(Ben Gideon | https://gideonasen.com/attorney-benjamin-gideon/

It seems strange that Paul would thank God that he had not baptized people (vv. 14-15). Paul's point in making this statement was not to suggest that baptism is unimportant; rather, it was that people should not seek to identify with the person who baptized them because their only saving union is with Christ. Paul... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 32, Session 3: The Church Is United in the Gospel appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Having been sent out by the Holy Spirit, the missionaries Barnabas and Saul, with John as their helper, enjoyed smooth sailing and success in the early phase of their journey. However, in Paphos the missionaries encountered resistance in the person of Elymas. One must not mistake ease and large audiences as evidences of God's favor,... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 32, Session 2: The Church Is Sent to the World appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Reflect on the fact that James, a disciple of Jesus and brother of John, was executed at the hand of King Herod, while Peter, another disciple, would miraculously be set free. Did God display greater love to Peter than to James? Many believers find it easier to acknowledge God's sovereignty when His will aligns with... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 32, Session 1: The Church Is Sent to Trust God appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Neither angels nor an empty tomb were enough for Mary. She still assumed that Jesus' body had been stolen (vv. 2,13). Dead or alive, she wanted to be near her Savior but did not know where His body lay. Though she was slow to believe in the resurrection, her allegiance to Jesus was nevertheless steadfast.... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 31, Easter Session: From Despair to Joy appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Known as the “Hall of Faith,” Hebrews 11 reminds us of men and women throughout Old Testament history who walked with God in faith. In particular, the chapter speaks of their faith being evident in what these heroes did on the basis of what they believed. Their actions demonstrated their faith. Abraham is one of... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 31, Session 4: The Church Is Sent to Demonstrate Faith appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Some years ago, the television show Touched by an Angel was quite popular. The show featured an angel in human form who visited people and offered them hope, healing, and other blessings and lessons. Its popularity evidenced our craving for hope in a hurting world, but it also reflected our fascination with heavenly messengers. The... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 31, Session 3: The Church Is Sent to Proclaim Jesus appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Jesus promised that the world would hate us because it hated Him (John 15:18-20). Paul told Timothy that “all who want to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Tim. 3:12). The early Christians in Jerusalem experienced this kind of suffering firsthand. After Stephen's martyrdom, most of the Christians left Jerusalem... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 31, Session 2: The Church Is Sent to Encourage New Believers appeared first on The Gospel Project.

After reading Acts 11, you may wonder why Luke would retell the same account of Peter at Cornelius's house from the previous chapter. Peter recounted his vision, and later the Gentiles' conversion and the coming of the Holy Spirit upon them, to the Jews in Jerusalem because they did not expect God to save the... The post “The Church United”: Weekly Leader Training—Unit 31, Session 1: The Church Is Sent to All People appeared first on The Gospel Project.