Podcasts about true nature

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: ZEPHANIAH 1-3; JOHN 9 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible, and thanks for joining us on this seventh day of August, day 220 in our journey through the Scriptures. I'm Hunter, your host and Bible reading coach, here to spend some meaningful time with you in God's Word. Today, we're delving into Zephaniah chapters 1 through 3 and John chapter 9. Together, we'll explore powerful themes: God's judgment, restoration, and the surprising ways He reveals Himself, even in our darkest moments. As we read about the dire warnings to Jerusalem and the miracle of the man born blind, we're invited to let go of false ideas about God and discover His true nature—one of love, restoration, and self-giving grace. Stay tuned as we open our hearts, let the Bible direct our gaze to Jesus, and pray for eyes to see the light of the world anew. TODAY'S DEVOTION: He opens our eyes to the truth of who God is. What is God to do with a world trapped in darkness, unable to see, fumbling after answers and lost beneath lies about who he is? Many of us, even those who have walked with God, labor under the false assumption that God is distant, angry, and waiting to punish us, that his aim is to make an example out of us for our sins or our parents' mistakes. But when Jesus steps onto the scene, he is the light of the world, shining in our darkness—a living answer to every doubt and misbelief about God's heart. We witness this firsthand in John 9, as Jesus bends to the earth, forms mud from his own spit and the dust, and spreads it across a blind man's eyes. What was lifeless and incapable of sight is remade by the hands of God, and suddenly the impossible happens—this man sees. The very power of God is revealed in this healing, but it's not just a physical miracle. This is a sign. Jesus is showing us what he longs to do for each of us: to remove the scales from our eyes, to free us from crippling untruths about the Father, and to welcome us into the radiant light of his presence. Yet, so often, lies keep us bound in darkness. Religion might paint God in the colors of our own fears, as if he is more interested in punishment than in restoration, as if he is more judge than Father. But Jesus shows us something utterly different—self-giving, radically forgiving, co-suffering love. When we look at Jesus, we are seeing the heart of the Father. As he told Philip: “If you've seen me, you've seen the Father.” There is no shadow side to God, no surprise cruelty or hidden rage, only the faithful love we see in Jesus. Are you weary of the darkness, of striving and fearing separation? Let Jesus open your eyes today. Let him show you who God really is: the one who heals, who welcomes, who sings over you with joy. You are not separate or abandoned; you're invited into his light, already embraced in his love. This is the prayer I carry for my own soul, for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And it is the prayer I hold for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord of life, you have awakened me again to the gift of this day. You go before me, walk beside me and dwell within me. Let me walk slowly in your presence. May I resist the hurried spirit of this world and instead breathe deep of your peace. Open my eyes to beauty, my ears to your voice and my heart to the quiet work of grace. Help me not to strive, but to abide, not to achieve, but to receive today. Let my words carry your kindness, my actions reflect your mercy. My thoughts be anchored in your truth that I am yours and you are with me. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.   OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

Christ's Entry into Jerusalem and the Divided ReceptionJesus approaches Jerusalem, the city meant to embody peace and God's presence. Although pilgrims herald him as the Messiah, Christ knows his fate: rejection. This tension between celebration and impending suffering highlights the irony of the moment: the city that should welcome its King is blind to his true mission. Christ has predicted his rejection, death, and resurrection, and as he rides in, we are reminded that his mission is not triumphant conquest but humble submission to God's redemptive plan as the king who lays down his life.Israel's Failed History and Christ's MissionWe can think that this is a problem with current Israel. However, this is a consistent problem with God's covenant people. Joshua was one of the best leaders Israel had, but even he failed to inquire of the Lord and was deceived by the Gibeonites. David was their greatest king, but he went through a season like the pagan kings. These examples illustrate how even the most celebrated leaders could not secure true peace or obedience. When Paul tells us that Israel, is likened to a pedagogue (strict tutor), we learn how much we need a redeemer. Christ enters not as another failed leader, but one who comes to redeem by taking away the root problem: sin. He can only do this as the true sacrifice. Jesus Cleanses the Temple and Confronts False SecurityChrist's clearing of the temple is a deliberate, prophetic act. He quotes Isaiah and Jeremiah, calling out how the temple has become a “den of robbers”—a place of false security rather than true worship. This wasn't just a rebuke of corrupt commerce; it was a declaration that the people used religion as a safe zone while their hearts remained far from God. Jesus reveals that the temple was intended to be a house of prayer for all nations, but had become a hiding place for those rejecting true repentance and holiness.The True Nature of Seeking ChristThe message concludes with a confrontation between Jesus and the religious leaders. While the crowds hang on his words, the scribes and priests seek his destruction. This contrast reminds us that not all "seeking" is sincere. Some seek to listen and follow; others, to control or eliminate. Christ invites us to receive him humbly, not by mere tradition or external acts, but through deep submission to his His Spirit through His Word. His mission is to sow peace, not wield force. So we must ask: do we receive him as King, or resist him from a place of false security? Do we stand over him dictating how he must serve or do we sit beneath him eager to serve?

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

Awakening and Practice : Living from Our True Nature - Rev. Insik (WDC Sunday Service, July,27 2025)

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

From Bliss to Chaos: Why We Lose Our True NatureExplore the profound journey of human existence in our latest video, "From Bliss to Chaos: Why We Lose Our True Nature." Delve into the depths of our innate blissful nature and uncover the reasons behind strife, wars, and revolutions that plague society. We'll discuss how societal pressures, conflicts, and personal struggles lead us away from our true essence. Join us as we seek to understand the disconnect and explore paths to reclaim our bliss. Don't forget to like and share this video to spread awareness! #TrueNature #InnerBliss #HumanExistence #Peace #SelfDiscovery #Mindfulness #MentalHealthOUTLINE: 00:00:00 The Bliss Within00:00:34 The Illusion of Material Happiness00:01:14 Reclaiming Inner Joy00:01:55 The True Measure of Wealth For more podcasts and videos on motivation and unstoppable momentum, visit: http://futurestrong.org/podcastshttp://futurestrong.org/videosTo build a whole child: https://futurestrong.org/2022/05/06/essential-real-life-skills-to-start-teaching-your-child-at-any-age-video/Learn more about our Digital Lives And Detox HERE: https://futurestrong.org/project/truth-about-tech/For content copyright and disclaimer, please visit: https://futurestrong.org/copyright/#FutureSTRONGAcademy #RNS #OurFutureSTRONG

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

If God is love, why does the Old Testament sometimes portray Him as harsh? Many people struggle to reconcile that image with the loving Jesus of the New Testament. But if you question God's character, it will be difficult to approach Him. Join Andrew as he reveals God's true nature, so you can relate to Him without a shadow of doubt—He is love.

WHAT A TWIST!! Scooby-Doo And The Witch's Ghost Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Scooby-Doo Zombie Island Reaction:    • SCOOBY-DOO ON ZOMBIE ISLAND (1998) IS SURP...   Scooby-Doo (2002) Reaction    • SCOOBY-DOO (2002) IS SURPRISINGLY ENTERTAI...   Scooby-Doo 2 Monsters Unleased Reaction    • SCOOBY-DOO 2: MONSTERS UNLEASHED (2004) IS...   After covering the live-action Scooby-Doo (2002), Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed, and Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island, Greg Alba & Aaron Alexander are back reacting to Scooby-Doo and the Witch's Ghost! This fan-favorite 1999 animated classic features the iconic Mystery Inc. crew—Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma—as they team up with horror writer Ben Ravencroft (voiced by Tim Curry) to uncover the truth behind a ghostly New England legend. Also featuring Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, B.J. Ward, Scott Innes, and Mary Kay Bergman, this movie introduced fans to the gothic rock band The Hex Girls—Thorn, Dusk, and Luna—whose hit songs like “Hex Girl” and “Earth, Wind, Fire and Air” became cult classics and Halloween staples. We break down every haunting moment, from the chilling Salem-inspired lore to the explosive witch showdown, while also shouting out the most-viewed scenes online like The Hex Girls Performance, Witch Reveal Twist, and Ben Ravencroft's True Nature. Whether you grew up on this or are new to the darker side of Scooby-Doo, this is a must-watch along with other beloved titles like Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase, Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare, Scooby-Doo! and the Legend of the Vampire, and Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo. Let's get spooky! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Nature: Resilience and Healing in the High Sierra.In today's episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we sit down with Lisa Michelle, an outdoor adventurer and author of "True Nature: Hidden in the High Sierra." Join us as Lisa shares the transformation that took her from a life deeply rooted in rodeo and horses to one of solo wilderness adventures across the Sierra Nevada. With warmth and authenticity, Lisa opens up about her journey to reconnect with nature, the lessons learned from going it alone on the trail, and the soulful experiences that shaped her book. So grab your coffee or adult beverage, take a seat by your favorite window (or campfire!), and let's get started on another Outdoor Adventure.DISCUSSION00:00 "Remote California Living"05:33 "Discussing 'True Nature' Book"07:02 "Comparing Scars: Horse Riding Risks"11:25 "Realization Beyond Applause"14:46 "Solo Adventure Lessons"18:36 "Embracing Adventure with Age"21:54 "Navigating Danger and Loss"26:00 "Nature's Mental Health Benefits"27:29 Nature's Escape: A Personal Sanctuary30:46 Mother's Surprising Book Reaction34:36 "Paddleboarding Reflections"37:01 Embracing Slow Adventures40:56 Reader Inspiration Fuels Writer's Joy45:18 "Discover Nature with Lisa Michelle"LEARN MORETo learn more about Lisa's work, visit her website at https://www.lisamichellestories.com/ and visit her on these social sites: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisamichellestoriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamichellestoriesNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and shares.KEYWORDSLisa Michelle, True Nature, Lake Tahoe, Sierra Nevada, High Sierra, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#TrueNature #LakeTahoe #SierraNevada #HighSierra #WomenWhoHike #SoloBackpacker #OutdoorAdventureSeries #Podcast #PodcastInterviewMy Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Be a Podcast Guest by PodMatch

(Animated Stories Podcast Video Podcadt link

Read Online“You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.” Luke 10:27A scribe asked Jesus what he needed to do to inherit eternal life. Jesus asked the scribe what the Law of Moses taught. The above line was the scribe's response. He was essentially quoting Deuteronomy 6:4, which was a common prayer prayed by the Jews and seen as a summary of the entire Law of Moses as found in the Ten Commandments.Notice that this summary of the Law does not present a negative prohibition such as “Thou shalt not…” Instead, it is a positive command stating, “Thou shalt love…” Love is the fulfillment of the Law of the Old Testament, as well as the fulfillment of the New Law of Christ. When we love God with our whole being, that love overflows upon all of God's creatures, including our neighbor.In this Gospel, the scribe goes on to ask Jesus who His neighbor is. Jesus responds by telling the Parable of the Good Samaritan. In that parable, there was a man beaten and left for dead on the side of the road. A priest and a Levite passed by and ignored the man. But a Samaritan passed by and took care of the man, bringing him to an inn and vowing to pay for his recovery. The story concludes by the Samaritan being identified as the one who acted as a neighbor to the victim.Traditionally, the victim of the robbers in this story has been seen as Adam. Adam represents fallen humanity. The Samaritan represents Jesus who cared for fallen humanity, healed us of sin and provided for our every need. Therefore, according to this parable, Jesus has acted as a neighbor to us, and we must love Him as we love ourselves. But Jesus also says, “Go and do likewise.” This is a commission to fallen humanity, now healed of sin, to go forth to others, acting as Jesus Himself, bringing the healing grace they have been given and bestowing it upon others generously.Sometimes we can see love as a feeling or emotion. Though love is often accompanied by certain emotions and feelings, love is much more. It is an action. In this parable, if the Samaritan simply looked upon the victim and felt sorry for him, had compassion for him but then moved on, he would not have shown love. The love of charity is an action and requires much of us. If we are to fulfill this first and greatest commandment of love of God and neighbor, then we cannot wait until we feel like loving to act. Instead, we must act now and not hesitate. This is love.Reflect, today, upon the true nature of love. Love, in its most elevated form, is the choice to do what is best for others—to help free them from sin and to be an instrument of God's providence in their lives. It's a participation in the very love that God has shown us in Christ Jesus by giving His life for our salvation. We are all called to devote ourselves to this same form of selfless and sacrificial love. Doing so is a requirement for the glorious sharing in eternal life.My loving Lord, You have given everything to fallen humanity. You have freed us from sin and provided for all of our needs. You have acted as a true neighbor in every way. Please give me the grace I need to imitate You and to participate in the love You have for others. May I truly act and never hesitate to bestow on others the charitable love to which I am called. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: African depiction of "The Good Samaritan" by Tim Kubacki, license CC BY 2.0Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Retired news journalist and bestselling author, Dan Harris, explores the journey of transforming the mind through meditation. After experiencing a transformative on-air panic attack in 2004, Dan embarked on a journey that led him from the high-pressure world of network news to the forefront of the mindfulness movement. Drawing from his own skepticism and personal struggles, Dan shares how meditation became a practical tool for taming the relentless voice in his head and cultivating real happiness. To start your free trial with Wix:https://bit.ly/3SXG2qKAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:56 10% Happier - Mindfulness for Everyone 6:37 Going Deeper with Contemplative Practices10:12 Combining Western Knowledge & Eastern Wisdom Traditions 13:21 How Felt Experience Outweighs Intellect18:55 Surrendering to Life's Inherent Impermanence 26:45 Relative vs Absolute Truth30:39 Understanding the True Nature of Self32:49 Working With Denser Emotions36:25 Ad: Wix37:30 How to Notice & Separate Yourself From Desire42:30 Fueling Your Life From Love, Not Lack47:38 Awakening & Meeting Spiritually Minded Individuals59:03 The Importance of Laughter 1:00:57 Where Mindfulness Industry Falls Short1:06:00 The Future of Humanity is Community 1:09:40 His Daily Meditation Practice 1:15:53 Overcoming the Voice in Our Head1:21:51 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/danharris/?hl=enhttps://www.danharris.com/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on StoicismWhat is Stoicism? Is it about suppressing your emotions and becoming a cold, detached thinker? Or is it the path to inner freedom, resilience, and purpose?In this deep-dive episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, Benny and Brendan unpack the true meaning of Stoicism, exploring its origins, key concepts, and modern relevance. From virtue ethics and emotional mastery to the dichotomy of control and living in accordance with nature, they guide you through the heart of this ancient philosophy with clarity and personal insight.Learn how Stoicism is not about becoming emotionless or selfish, but about becoming the kind of person who improves themselves and contributes meaningfully to the world.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The True Nature of Gospel Forgiveness Subtitle: John Owen - Forgiveness of Sin Speaker: John Owen Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 7/1/2025 Length: 38 min.

Such is the atheism that lies lurking in the hearts of men by nature, that, notwithstanding their pretences and professions, we have need to be pressing upon them evidences of the very being and essential properties of God. In so doing, we have the assistance of inbred notions in their own minds, which they cannot eject, to help to carry on the work. How much more is this necessary in reference unto the free acts of the will of God, which are to be known only by mere revelation!

Join Father.Son.Galaxy. for an illuminating discussion with Scotty Jayro, co-host of The Bombadcast and author of Midi-chlorians: An Alliance of Science, Mythology, and Magic. Scotty, also known as Scott Jarreau (a middle school teacher in Baton Rouge, LA), breaks down the most controversial concept in Star Wars: midi-chlorians!From Qui-Gon Jinn's initial explanation to its evolution in The Bad Batch and The Mandalorian, we explore the connection between midi-chlorians and the Force. Is the Force spiritual, biological, or both? We tackle the fan backlash, delve into the Jedi and Sith's differing views on immortality, and discuss how midi-chlorians ultimately tie into Palpatine's return.Scotty also shares insights from his Star Wars Celebration panel, his involvement in a New York Times documentary, and his passion for DJing! Don't miss this epic conversation that bridges science, myth, and the magic of a galaxy far, far away.Key Discussion Points:Scotty Jayro's unique definition of midi-chlorians after 25 years.The fundamental difference between midi-chlorians and The Force.Is The Force spiritual, biological, or both?The "M-Count" and the backlash against midi-chlorians.Immortality: Jedi vs. Sith perspectives.Omega, Grogu, and the Emperor's quest for immortality.The return of Palpatine and the full circle of midi-chlorians.Scotty's Star Wars Celebration experience.His involvement in a New York Times documentary and his DJing career!Find Scotty Jayro: https://linktr.ee/ScottyJayroBook: https://www.amazon.com/Midi-chlorians-Alliance-Science-Mythology-Magic/dp/B0DZDCVW8X

In this episode, we take a fresh look at the journey from our everyday, habitual sense of ego-centered identity—the “small self”—toward discovering and living from our True Nature or what IFS calls Self Leadership. Through a guided glimpse practice and gentle inquiry at the end, we explore how to unblend from the thinker or manager part of the mind and shift into the spacious, compassionate presence of Self.You'll learn to recognize the levels of identity—from ego-centered small self to Self Essence, Self Energy, and then Self Leadership. Rather than dissolving parts or pushing them away, we honor them as expressions of natural humanity. By shifting into Awake Awareness as the foundation of Self Essence, we gain access to qualities like clarity, curiosity, and compassion, allowing us to relate to our parts from the Self within that has the capacity to heal us.This episode offers a direct taste of what it's like to unhook from our ego's effort and rest in the open-hearted, effortless flow of Self Leadership. You'll walk away with a glimpse practice for identifying your parts, creating space around them, and leading your inner life from the natural wisdom of Self. This isn't about spiritually bypassing or calming our parts—it's about welcoming, listening, and returning home to who you truly are.Mindful Glimpse The episode features Loch offering a guided practice called “From Small self to Self Leadership.” These mindful glimpses serve as invaluable tools for experiencing ways to access the awake consciousness that is already here within all of us. You can now explore all of Loch Kelly's practices and teachings on the new Mindful Glimpses app, found at https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses. This innovative meditation and wellness app offers daily micro-meditations, step-by-step programs, and simple-yet-advanced tools for awakening. EM+IFS Training If you want to explore today's topic in more depth, shifting from small self to authentic Self, please check out the Effortless Mindfulness and IFS training program. Loch Kelly BioLoch is the creator of the Mindful Glimpses app, and an award-winning author, psychotherapist, and nondual meditation teacher. He is also known for his unique practical methods that support awakening as the next natural stage of human development. Backed by modern neuroscience and psychology, Loch introduces Effortless Mindfulness, which combines an ancient form of nondual meditation and IFS psychology that allows immediate access to our embodied awake nature which arises as our calm, clear, and compassionate healing capacity. Connect with Loch: Mobile App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses Website: https://lochkelly.org/...

14th June 2025In this Satsang, Sanjay explored the substratum of reality and how pilgrimage sites can help connect with pure energy. Sanjay discussed the nature of awareness and ego, emphasizing the importance of complete surrender to universal awareness for peace and realization of the self. He delivered a spiritual discourse on self-awareness and the mind's role in creating divisions, encouraging listeners to seek inner peace and transcend the fear of death through pure self-awareness.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

11th June 2025 The meeting began with updates about a sick Sangha member and shared memories of Asha Ji - a vibrant 80-year-old spiritual woman who inspired those around her. The group discussed various spiritual experiences and stories, including temple foundations, volunteer work, and unexpected acts of kindness, while exploring themes of interconnectedness and unselfishness. The discussion concluded with teachings on awareness and self-realization, emphasizing the importance of detached observation and the experience of infinite space as a path to understanding one's connection to everything in the universe.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

In this episode of Energy Medicine, Dr. Mary welcomes Tigrilla Gardenia, a plant neurobiologist and ecosystem mentor, for a conversation that opens the heart and softens the spirit. With over twenty-five years of experience and a deep connection to the spiritual community of Damanhur, Tigrilla shares how plants became not just part of her environment—but her collaborators, mentors, and healing partners.Together, they explore the intelligence of the plant world, how music became a gateway to communication, and the subtle yet powerful ways plants mirror back our own inner truths. Whether you live in a city surrounded by concrete or in the heart of a forest, this episode invites you to return to presence, trust your natural rhythms, and reconnect with the plant beings already in your life.This conversation is an invitation to slow down, to breathe with the plants, and to remember that nature is not outside of us—it's within us, waiting patiently to be heard.Key Takeaways:✨ Plants are conscious collaborators—here to support, teach, and grow alongside us when we enter into presence.✨ Communication with plants begins with awareness and intention, not expertise. Simply sitting with a plant can shift everything.✨ Even houseplants have wisdom to share—they've evolved alongside humans and can be powerful guides for emotional healing and personal growth.✨ Our environments reflect what we need. Often, the plants already living with us are the exact teachers we've been seeking.✨ Reconnecting with your own natural cycles—especially rest—is a form of healing modeled beautifully by the plant world.✨ Creating intentional relationships with plants opens the door to more grounded clarity, intuitive guidance, and inner alignment.✨ At its core, this work is about remembering who we are as beings of nature—and learning to live in deeper cooperation with all life.Contact Tigrilla Gardenia:Website: https://tigrillagardenia.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tigrillagardenia ReConnect with Plant Wisdom Podcast Contact Dr. Mary:Website: www.drmarysanders.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.maryesanders/The Ultimate Meditation Guide to Unleash Your Authentic Self

4th June 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed various spiritual concepts, including the nature of silence, death, thoughts, and self-realization. He emphasized the importance of detachment from thoughts, achieving a state of no-mind, and pursuing spiritual fulfillment through practices like meditation and self-inquiry. Sanjay also explored Moksha, non-duality, and the characteristics of saints and sages, encouraging listeners to embrace their inner truth and pursue spiritual growth.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week we dive into the deep and shark infested waters of Dangerous Animals with filmmaker Sean Byrne! This film subverts the usual shark horror story, making it clear that while sharks can be very dangerous they are not the real monsters...Man is. Sean breaks down why sending this message was crucial to the story.We also talk Australia's unique horror scene and wildlife, the origins of the project, and hear a story of a crew member's real life shark attack during filming (they are okay!)Plus Sean shares his Spook'em Scare'em Starter Kit! If you like horror with some real bite and a powerful message, this one is for you so...COME HANG OUT!!!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage on all socialsSean: @hypocrite.ink on IG/TikTok, @hypocriteink on Twitter/XEnjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! For early Access and ad-free episodes, subscribe on Wondery+.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 184 (Part 2 of 2) | In the tenth dialogue of the A. H. Almaas Wisdom Series, Hameed Ali addresses what co-host Roger Walsh calls perhaps Inner Journey Home's most profound chapter of all, the chapter on True Nature, as well as subjects he writes about in his autobiographical fragment, Luminous Night's Journey. In the second turning of the Diamond Approach teaching, we transition from exploring individual true nature to boundless true nature—the absolute, ground of all manifestation. Following the mystery of truth, you come to absolute truth, Hameed tells us, and you find a mystery that not only liberates but makes everything happen. Hameed describes the absolute as the radiant blackness before the light, its luminosity awareness, and relates how, in the absolute, the feeling of intimacy is palpable. Here, the soul recognizes “I am home.”Hameed relates how being and nonbeing are integrated, and about how time and space emerge out of true nature. Every moment is a new creation, he explains, not formed by the past or present, but new, instant to instant, from nonbeing to being. Hameed says true nature is the essence of freedom, and that in these troubled times the important thing is to recognize “I am free” and ultimately indestructible, and to be ourselves, grounded by the truth of our inner nature. Towards the end of the conversation, co-host John Dupuy asks Hameed, “What motivates you? Why aren't you simply hanging out being true nature?” Hameed laughs and responds, “I am.” Recorded April 10, 2025.“The idea is to be free. Inwardly.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 2Beingness is what Hameed calls presence; everything is both being and non-being (00:52)Being in the world but not of this world (04:12)The effects of studying Reichian therapy and breathwork on Hameed's experience and way of teaching (06:32)The body needs to be open and at ease to experience presence; this is why yoga is widely practiced in East Indian traditions (09:17)Is having an ego a necessary stage for waking up? (13:01)Space and time are created by true nature, even though it is timeless (14:43)True nature is the essence of freedom; it is “radically unqualifiable” (19:38)The depths of our experience set the limit on our intellectual understanding (22:53)In these troubled times, the important thing is to recognize “I am free” and be ourselves, grounded by the truth of our inner nature (25:07)Profound equanimity allows deeper compassion to emerge (28:29)The values of true nature are fundamental and eternal; how do we manifest these all the time? (29:20)After all the amazing, mind-shattering realizations, life becomes ordinary and simple (32:21)What motivates Hameed now? (35:24)Resources & References – Part 2A. H. Almaas (Hameed Ali), founder of The Ridhwan School, home of The Diamond...

Part 2 of 2: Robin Dreeke | “Chaos, Deception, and the True Nature of Trust”

What if our capacity for play is not just a quirk of evolution but a fundamental way we grasp reality? Much like sight reveals color and hearing reveals sound, could play be a sense that unveils essential dimensions of existence otherwise hidden from us?Captain Frodo challenges us to reconsider the nature and value of play beyond its utilitarian functions. While science often explains play through its evolutionary benefits—practice for hunting, social bonding, developing cognitive flexibility—these explanations miss something crucial: the joy of play itself. When we watch a crow repeatedly sliding down a snowy roof on a plastic lid, flying back up only to slide down again, we witness something more than adaptive behavior. We glimpse a consciousness experiencing pleasure in the moment.The episode draws heavily from Johan Huizinga's groundbreaking work "Homo Ludens," exploring how play predates human culture and may well be the foundation from which our entire civilization emerged. Law, war, philosophy, art, religion—all these domains of human achievement might have their roots in playful behavior. If so, dismissing play as unimportant or merely instrumental severely limits our understanding of what makes us human.This perspective reframes our relationship with reality itself. The playful approach to the world isn't an escape from what's real but an engagement with a different facet of it. When we play, we're not just entertaining ourselves—we're accessing a dimension of reality that our purely logical or utilitarian approaches cannot reach. This has profound implications for how we teach, learn, and solve problems.As this episode marks the conclusion of an extended exploration of play, Captain Frodo invites us to recognize ourselves—especially artists, performers, and "misfits"—as the embodiments of homo ludens, the playful human. In our play, we're not just having fun; we're revealing essential truths about reality itself.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

Ep. 183 (Part 1 of 2) | In the tenth dialogue of the A. H. Almaas Wisdom Series, Hameed Ali addresses what co-host Roger Walsh calls perhaps Inner Journey Home's most profound chapter of all, the chapter on True Nature, as well as subjects he writes about in his autobiographical fragment, Luminous Night's Journey. In the second turning of the Diamond Approach teaching, we transition from exploring individual true nature to boundless true nature—the absolute, ground of all manifestation. Following the mystery of truth, you come to absolute truth, Hameed tells us, and you find a mystery that not only liberates but makes everything happen. Hameed describes the absolute as the radiant blackness before the light, its luminosity awareness, and relates how, in the absolute, the feeling of intimacy is palpable. Here, the soul recognizes “I am home.”Hameed explains how being and nonbeing are integrated, and about how time and space emerge out of true nature. Every moment is a new creation, he says, not formed by the past or present, but new, instant to instant, from nonbeing to being. Hameed says the essence of freedom lies in the absolute, and that in these troubled and times, the important thing is to recognize “I am free” and ultimately indestructible, and to be ourselves, grounded by the truth of our inner nature. Towards the end of the conversation, co-host John Dupuy asks Hameed, “What motivates you? Why aren't you simply hanging out being true nature?” Hameed laughs and responds, “I am.” Recorded April 10, 2025.“In the absolute, everything dissolves; the absolute is the universal solvent.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 1Introducing the 10th dialogue in the A. H. Almaas Wisdom Series, focusing on The Inner Journey Home‘s chapter, True Nature (00:55)What is the phenomenological experience of presence? (02:07)The soul can feel like presence—but more often it is structured by our history and appears as our ego self (05:14)Presence is the true nature of everything: perfect, complete, totally blissful (06:24)Love of truth naturally appears in the heart along the inner journey (09:04)The concern with talking about true nature is if you describe it, people look for something that isn't it (11:57)Hameed wrote Luminous Night's Journey to elucidate the experience of the soul, the absolute, and how soul and absolute are integrated (13:48)In the second turning of the teaching, we transition from individual true nature to boundless true nature: the absolute, the ground of all manifestation (18:11)The visible and invisible, manifest and unmanifest (19:58)Everything happens not from present to future, but from nonbeing to being (21:04)Everything dissolves in the absolute: it is the universal solvent (21:41)The absolute is the luminous, radiant blackness before the light (24:57)In the absolute, the soul recognizes “I am home” (26:47)Looking into the absolute, there is nothing; looking away from it, you see the manifest (28:48)The concept and experience of cessation (30:44)Hameed's distinction between consciousness and awareness (32:40)Awareness = luminosity + emptiness (34:25)Emptiness is not empty space, it's being and nonbeing unified (36:39)Resources & References – Part 1

Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In this episode, I sit down with my co-host Drew to rip into one of the most turbulent weeks in global politics and economics we've seen in a long time. We break down not just the moves, but the motives and the possible massive consequences behind Trump's high-octane foreign policy—from slashing tariffs with China and locking in a colossal Saudi investment deal, to taking the unprecedented step of targeting Big Pharma with an executive order to lower drug prices. We get into whether all this fast action is actually helping America or just stirring up more chaos. Are we leveraging our moment, or just getting played by the likes of Xi and Putin? Does tough talk and bold negotiating end with real results for America, or are we setting ourselves up for long-term headaches, especially with midterms on the horizon? Then we peel back the layers on some of the rawest culture war issues, from immigration crackdowns in the UK, the controversy about a Muslim-majority city in Texas, to the viral video of world leaders acting out-of-pocket on a train to Kiev. SHOWNOTES 00:00 – China's 90-Day Tariff Pause: Progress or a Lifeline for Xi? 01:42 – Negotiation Tactics: Deal-Making or Getting Played? 03:48 – The Real Purpose of the 90-Day Pause 05:16 – China Can Print Money: Central Banks and Sinister Power 07:13 – Trump's Aggressive Approach: Productive Chaos? 09:14 – What's Actually Getting Done—And What's Just PR? 10:57 – Accepting a Gold-Plated Jet: Smart Move or Trojan Horse? 13:29 – Why “Greedy Capitalist” Isn't Always an Insult 15:51 – When Deals Cross the Line 18:38 – Global Trade Rebalancing: Is Win-Win Possible with China? 21:17 – Breaking Down the $600 Billion Saudi Deal 24:23 – Why Innovation Stalled—and What Competition With China Could Spark 25:54 – Instilling Inspiration vs. Self-Loathing in American Youth 29:31 – Price Fixing Big Pharma: Popular, but Ultimately Dangerous? 32:15 – Central Banks: The Fungus Beneath the Free Market 36:07 – How Drug Pricing Actually Gets Decided (and Where It Breaks Down) 39:04 – Why Price Fixing Backfires 42:36 – Cigarettes, Prisons, and the True Nature of Supply & Demand 47:14 – Drug Discovery, Innovation, and Unintended Consequences 54:58 – Culture Wars: Immigration Policy in the UK and the US 58:34 – Building the Modern Middle East—Without Western Intervention 60:48 – The Harsh Realities of Assimilation and Cultural Conflict 65:35 – What Happens When Zoning and Religion Collide? 71:19 – Demographics as Destiny: What History Teaches About Outnumbering 74:00 – Respecting Law, Freedom, and What It Means to Be American CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to ⁠https://ButcherBox.com/impact⁠ to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ Netsuite: Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning at ⁠https://NetSuite.com/THEORY⁠ iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACTGO when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at ⁠https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu⁠  Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at ⁠https://mintmobile.com/impact.⁠  DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [CB] is breaking down, everyday that passes you see how their currency does not go very far and it takes more and more pieces of paper. EU will try to fight back but they will fail. China is now lowering rates, Trump is setting up the Fed. Tariffs are working, companies are hiring and producing. Trump and the patriots are exposing the [DS] System. The system can be explained, it must be experienced. Trump sends message letting the people know that the plan is working and that the patriots are in full control. Trump is in the process of removing the [DS] structure and returning that power back to the people.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1919922276860101107  is now $64,200. In other words, one needs to earn 82% more to buy the median-priced home than to rent the typical apartment. 5 years ago, the gap was just 16% or 5 TIMES lower. Buying a home in the US is a luxury. EU Set To Tariff $113 Billion In U.S. Goods If Trade Talks Break Down   The European Union is preparing to impose up to €100 billion ($113 billion) in tariffs on US goods if trade talks fail, according to a new report by Bloomberg this morning. The draft list of retaliatory measures will be circulated to member states as early as Wednesday, with a one-month consultation period before finalization. “These import taxes are unjustified and cause economic harm on both sides of the Atlantic,” said EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic. “This situation is not acceptable and we cannot afford to stay idle.” The EU has already delayed €21 billion in planned tariffs after the US halved its reciprocal duties during ongoing negotiations. Talks, which began in earnest last month, have made little headway. Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/WallStreetMav/status/1919999638314397750 https://twitter.com/WallStreetMav/status/1920060036644016392   the government will make more funds available for firms that provide elder care and other services, as well as for innovations and renovations to factories. So the EU and now China have cut their rates, Trump building ammo to fire at the fed. Fed holds rates steady as it remains in wait-and-see mode Inflation is persistently running above the Fed's 2% target, the labor market is showing resilience and there's uncertainty over tariff policies https://twitter.com/WallStreetApes/status/1919979618368684376   pressing the Hallmark employee on the phone about this, the employee admits it's about the “economic climate” (SO A LIE TO MAKE TRUMP LOOK BAD)As she's handing it to me, she said it's because of the tariffs. And I said, okay. So I get into the car and I'm thinking to myself, I was like, a tariff is like a tax on imported goods from outside of the country. So I Google where Hallmark manufacturers their sh*t from and it said Kansas, which is in the United States and I was like, okay, so then I call Hallmark. I said, hey, where do you guys make your ornaments and your cards and all your stuff? And she goes, the majority of our things to my knowledge are made in Kansas. Everything is here made in the United States.” “Everything is made right here in the United States. I said okay so why are you guys raising the prices and not just on some items right like if you had like one or two items that are made and manufactured in other countries and have it shipped here. Okay cool tariffs are probably gonna affect that and you raise the prices, okay whatever, this this is a generic list for everything (Hallmark is handing out to ev...

 Dr. Christi Diamond is a Naturopathic Doctor, Relationship Expert, Speaker, and Author with over 15 years of experience guiding high- achieving women and power couples through deep transformation. As the visionary behind Healing Acres, an exclusive retreat center, Christi specializes in helping driven leaders reclaim their feminine essence,heal relationship wounds, and unlock their full potential in love and life. With expertise in trauma healing, biohacking, and subconscious reprogramming, she has worked with thousands of women and also as team with her husband, has worked with couples, integrating cutting- edge science with soul-level healing. The Diamond Difference signature methods combine neuroscience, holistic wellness, and relationship mastery-have positioned her as a sought-after mentor for those ready to experience radical shifts in their marriage, health, and personal power. Links:Email: Reach out to Christi directly at Christi@TheHealingCoach.com for inquiries, coaching sessions, or course informationPhone: Call or text Christi at +1-972-838-7383 for quick questions or to schedule a consultationWebsite: Visit her official website, The Healing Coach, https://www.thehealingcoach.com/ to explore her services, courses, and retreatsDiscovery Call: Schedule a free discovery call https://calendly.com/thehealingcoachadmin/discovery-session?month=2024-11 for a one-on-one conversation with ChristiFacebook: Follow and contact her via the https://www.facebook.com/christi.t.diamond for updates and community engagementMore about Liz-Work- https://www.raisethevibewithliz.com/Radio Show- https://www.voiceofvashon.org/raise-the-vibePodcast- https://www.buzzsprout.com/958816Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/raisethevibewithlizInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/raisethevibewithliz/*** Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/958816/supportSupport me on Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/user?u=43081730https://paypal.me/LisbethPeterson?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USThank you! Support the show

In this episode, we dive deep into why optimism is far more than just wishful thinking—it's a practical, essential quality for doing brave, creative work and leading others with clarity. We explore how maintaining optimistic vision, especially in uncertain times, can drive teams forward and inspire decisive action.We also welcome special guest Peter Wilken, branding expert and author of Dim Sum Strategy and The Ten Commandments to Build a Strong Brand and Steer Your Ship By. Peter shares stories from his storied career at the forefront of global advertising and brand consulting, shedding light on the origins and importance of “brand DNA.” Together, we discuss the key components that make great brands resilient, relevant, and unique, and how nurturing breakthrough ideas means protecting them as they grow.Five Key Learnings from the Episode:Optimism Demands Agency and Vision: Real optimism is about having perceived agency and a clear, forward-looking vision, not blind faith. Leaders must provide clarity (not certainty) and communicate how their team fits into the bigger picture.The True Nature of Passion: Passion, at its root, means being willing to endure or suffer for a meaningful outcome. It's about committing to a vision deeply enough to overcome discomfort or setbacks along the way.Spotting and Nurturing Great Ideas: Breakthrough creative ideas often begin as small, vulnerable seedlings that need protection and nurturing. Organizations need the courage, craftsmanship, and willingness to let ideas grow—even if they're polarizing at first.Brand DNA Explained: Great brands have a unique “DNA”—a strategic, memorable template outlining their reason for being, core beliefs, promise, customer benefit, and culture. This blueprint ensures long-lasting differentiation and guides consistent brand experiences.Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Brands erode when they try to please everyone, over-invest in superficial touchpoints, or jump to execution before strategy. Strong brands actively exclude those who don't share their values and build on a foundation of unwavering beliefs.Get articles to your inbox each week at BraveFocusedBrilliant.com.Mentioned in this episode:NEW BOOK! The Brave Habit is available nowRise to important moments in your life and work by developing the habit of bravery. Available in paperback, ebook, or audiobook wherever books are sold. Learn more

"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." - Isaiah 55:8-9You don't have to study Scripture long to realize that God's wisdom differs sharply from what the world considers wise. John Cortines joins us today to talk about the nature of wisdom, and spoiler alert— it's a Person, not a thing.John Cortines is the Director of Grantmaking at The Maclellan Foundation. He is the author of our new study on the book of Ecclesiastes, Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money, as well as the co-author of God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School and True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart.The True Nature of WisdomIn our modern world, we often equate wisdom with knowledge, education, and the ability to make good decisions. While these aspects are certainly part of it, Ecclesiastes teaches us that wisdom is far more than intellectual mastery or a collection of best practices. In fact, wisdom is not just a set of principles—it is a person. That person is Jesus Christ.Throughout Ecclesiastes, the Preacher (likely King Solomon) wrestles with the big questions of life: What is our purpose? Where can we find joy? How should we handle money? The book explores the various paths people take—seeking pleasure, accumulation, and status—but ultimately concludes that all these pursuits are vanity, or "chasing after the wind."The key takeaway? True wisdom is found in fearing God and keeping His commandments. But it's not merely about following rules—it's about cultivating a relationship with God through Christ.Ecclesiastes isn't just a book about the limitations of human wisdom; it points us to the deeper truth that wisdom is found in a relationship with God. Near the end of Ecclesiastes, we read that "the words of the wise are like goads," and these words come from "one shepherd."Interestingly, this shepherd's identity is made clear in the New Testament, where Jesus identifies Himself as the Good Shepherd in the Gospel of John. Not only does Jesus impart wisdom, but He is wisdom. In Colossians, we learn that Jesus is the one who orders and sustains all things—He embodies wisdom.Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 1:30 that Jesus became "to us wisdom from God, righteousness, and sanctification." This concept shifts our understanding of wisdom from a set of teachings to a relationship with a person.Ecclesiastes and the Limitations of Human WisdomEcclesiastes acknowledges the limits of human wisdom. Even Solomon, renowned for his wisdom, struggled to make sense of life's paradoxes. He sought knowledge, but it never gave him lasting meaning. In fact, knowledge alone cannot answer the deeper questions of life, such as suffering, uncertainty, or death.True wisdom isn't found in education or achievement; it's received from outside ourselves. Proverbs 9:10 states, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom," and in the knowledge of the Holy One, there is insight. True wisdom is about trusting in Christ, who alone leads us into all truth and understanding.Walking in Wisdom with ChristIf wisdom is a person, the way to grow in wisdom is to walk closely with Jesus. John offers some practical ways to deepen our relationship with Christ and grow in wisdom:Spend time in God's Word: Not just for information but to encounter Christ and be transformed.Pray and seek His guidance: God promises to give wisdom to those who ask for it.Live in obedience: Wisdom isn't just knowing what is right; it's living it out.Surround yourself with wise counsel: Engage with fellow believers who are also walking with Christ.Trust God in times of uncertainty: Lean on Christ in suffering and hardship.Develop a heart of gratitude: Recognize and enjoy the simple gifts God gives us each day.These steps, though simple, shape our lives and our relationship with God. They allow us to grow in wisdom and understanding as we live in step with Christ.The Connection Between Wisdom and FinancesOne area where wisdom plays a critical role is in our financial lives. The way we handle money is closely tied to our spiritual journey, and the book of Ecclesiastes speaks directly to this. Money is often viewed in our culture as a means of fulfillment, but Ecclesiastes teaches us that wealth is a tool, not our source of meaning.In Ecclesiastes 11, we are reminded of the importance of generosity: "Cast your bread upon the waters, for you will find it after many days." Giving reflects God's nature and His wisdom, and it produces Kingdom fruit. Generosity is a key part of living for Him.Ecclesiastes teaches us to appreciate the simple gifts God provides, while also reminding us that money and possessions are fleeting. As we apply the wisdom of Christ to our finances, we see the balance between frugality, generosity, and enjoying the blessings God has given us.The Ultimate Wisdom: JesusAt the heart of Ecclesiastes—and of all Scripture—is the call to fear God and keep His commandments. In the New Testament, we understand that this means following Jesus Christ, who is wisdom incarnate. Our pursuit of wisdom isn't about accumulating knowledge or living by a set of moral principles. It's about knowing Jesus personally and living in relationship with Him.If you're seeking wisdom, the answer is not found in more knowledge or better strategies—it's found in Jesus Christ. As we follow Him, we grow in wisdom, and our understanding of life's challenges—including money and possessions—becomes clearer. Wisdom is a person, and that person is Jesus.For those interested in diving deeper into the book of Ecclesiastes, our new study, Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money, offers a comprehensive exploration of this biblical text and its profound teachings on money, work, and contentment. Visit FaithFi.com/shop to get your copy today or to place a bulk order.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have a son who has separated himself from our family. We haven't spoken in two and a half months. I want to know if there are any biblical references that would support changing my will to take my son out of it, given our current strained relationship.I made an insurance claim for a new roof, which was necessary. Now my insurance company has raised my rates, and my next payment is $163 higher than usual, which I can't afford this month. Do I have any recourse, and what should I do besides looking for another insurance company?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazineTrue Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart by John Cortines and Gregory BaumerSplitting Heirs: Giving Your Money and Things to Your Children Without Ruining Their Lives by Ron Blue with Jeremy WhiteWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

(Cloud Mountain Retreat Center)

The Law of Attraction is real, but it operates at a much higher level than merely to fulfill your personal desires. Michael shares some personal anecdotes and spiritual insights, which highlight the interconnectedness of reality and the power of appreciation versus attraction. True fulfillment in life comes from transcending your ego-based desires rather than trying to manipulate circumstances to satisfy them. By rising above the personal and aligning with the universe's natural flow, you can experience deeper awareness, energy, and unity with all creation. For more information, go to michaelsingerpodcast.com. © Sounds True Inc. Episodes: © 2025 Michael A. Singer. All Rights Reserved.