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Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Ephesians 1.Support the show#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateJanuary 11, 2026SynopsisIn this sermon, we dive into the disruptive power of Jesus's baptism, revealing how it offers a new imagination for how we see the world. Jesus steps into the water to redefine righteousness—it's not about maintaining purity or order, but about radical solidarity that shatters systems of control and exclusion. By claiming our first, revolutionary name as Beloved, we embody a vision in which justice flows like a river and are empowered to take a bold next step toward the healing of God's world.ReferencesScripture: Matthew 3:13–17About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

When life feels tight and strength is low, obedience can feel risky or even foolish.In this message from 2 Kings 3, we explore why we hold back from God, and how grace invites deeper trust when we're running on empty.

Heather Niemi Savage is a North Carolina-based composer with an eclectic style drawing on her broad background in classical, jazz, musical theater, and sacred music. Her compositions have been performed throughout the United States by ensembles such as the Argus String Quartet, the North-South Consonance, the Great Woods Symphony, and members of the Raleigh Symphony. Her most popular piece “Daughter of the Stars,” for string orchestra, placed second in the 2020 American Prize for Composition (pops/light music  division.) Her piece, “When Music Sounds,” won second place in the Huntsville Master Chorale Composition Competition, making her the first woman to final in this annual competition. As a collaborative pianist, Heather works with the Appalachian Chorale under Dr. Davaughn Miller in addition to accompanying an undergraduate vocal methods class, local school choruses, and the choir at St. Luke's UMC in Hickory, NC. She also hosts The Musicking Community Podcast and maintains a private teaching studio.www.heatherniemisavage.comhttps://www.facebook.com/heather.savage.75@heatherniemisavage.composerMake sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance.I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or grow their income streams. You can read more or hop onto a discovery call from my website.  https://jennetingle.com/work-with-meI'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there! Your portfolio career is YOURS to design. If you are seeking inspiration, grab the first chapter of my book for FREE at the link below! You are allowed to thrive, and your artistry MATTERS.https://jennetingle.kit.com/c6e4009529

United Microelectronics (UMC) hit a 52-week high, rallying almost 10% on Wednesday's session after posting 2.3% year-over-year growth. As George Tsilis explains, the AI chip fabricator's unique positioning in the tech trade gave bulls more incentive to run. He makes comparisons in UMC to TSMC (TSM) and ASML Holding (ASML) as the company works on building up its balance sheet. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Matthew chapter 2.Support the show#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateJanuary 4, 2026SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore the stark contrast between the desperate, grasping control of King Herod and the open-handed, joyful trust of the Magi on Epiphany Sunday. Tired of the anxiety that comes with trying to manufacture, manage, and secure every outcome in your life? The Epiphany story is an invitation to receive the gift of God already present. Release your white-knuckled grip, surrender your own agenda, and step into a new year with a posture of open hands and wonder, ready to receive the revelation God is offering.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

When the calendar turns but your soul doesn't reset, 1 Kings 19 shows how God meets exhausted people in the narrows.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Matthew chapter 1.#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

In the midst of holiday festivities, last minute obligations, and hectic new year expectations, it can feel impossible to finish well or start strong. Pastor Isaiah walks through Philippians to reveal 3 life changing truths to help you finish the year well.

In the midst of holiday festivities, last minute obligations, and hectic new year expectations, it can feel impossible to finish well or start strong. Pastor Isaiah walks through Philippians to reveal 3 life changing truths to help you finish the year well.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on James chapter 5.#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateDecember 24, 2025SynopsisIn this special Christmas Eve homily, we wrestle with the chasm between the wide-eyed wonder of a child's Christmas and the sleepless anxiety of adult logistics and existential uncertainty. We discover that the Christmas story is not a distant, sanitized tale but a radical, relatable gift of divine presence. It reveals God drawing near—Emmanuel—to stand in solidarity with us amid the pressure, grief, and disorientation of our modern lives. Joy enfleshed is for you.Scripture: Luke 2:1–20About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

This Christmas Eve, we're going back to a familiar scene—and catching what we usually miss: the first word of Christmas is ‘Do not be afraid.' Because when God shows up, fear doesn't get the final word.

Jem and Justin wrap up the year with tales of inventory headaches, Home Assistant tinkering, and soft jaw frustrations on the new UMC. Dylan Jackson from Within Tolerance drops by to show off his fresh Hermle 250 setup. Plus: electrocution survival stories, air compressor mysteries, and why bricking your phone might be the ultimate productivity hack. Happy holidays from the shop floor.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a TopicShop automation with Home Assistant (green hub)Stream DeckHacs - obscure 3rd party stuff for HAMains cable failureFusion MCPAir leak on UMCPS2 Turbine experimentsDylan Jackson joins the show! Within Tolerance - his podcastDylan's business, Proteum MachiningDylan's sick headphones from 3MAnyShortcut | Fusion | Autodesk App StoreProduct devNew ATC Pedestal versionsNew CNC ToolingNew CNC Tool holdersNew Fang Stock---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate links.HOSTSJem FreemanCastlemaine, Victoria, AustraliaLike Butter | Instagram | More LinksJustin BrouillettePortland, Oregon, USA

DateDecember 21, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we dismantle the myth that joy is a prize to be earned or a mindset to be curated. Digging into the Christmas story—from the animals who bear witness to the cosmic claim of John's sarx—we discover that God has already pitched a tent in the fragile, biological stuff of creation. Joy isn't a reward for overcoming; it's an ever-present sign of God's presence, which holds us through everything and is simply waiting for our attention.ReferencesScripture: John 1:1–5, 14O Magnum MysteriumAbout The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

In a world of instant reaction, what if the real gift of Christmas is learning to resist reacting, reframe our reality around God, and quietly respond with simple obedience—even when life doesn't make sense?

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Romans chapter 15.#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

This special episode was recorded just before the 43rd Annual Meeting of the WHO Programme for International Drug Monitoring wrapped up in Cairo, Egypt. Held from 27 to 29 October 2025, the meeting brought together representatives from more than 80 member states, along with senior experts and regulatory leaders from WHO headquarters and regional offices. Discussions focused on strengthening pharmacovigilance for women of childbearing age and children, in light of WHO's newly finalised Global Smart Pharmacovigilance Strategy. In this episode, you'll hear an abridged interview with Shanthi Pal, WHO Pharmacovigilance Team Lead, as she unpacks the new strategy and what it means for countries.Want to know more?Read WHO's “Global smart pharmacovigilance strategy” (Geneva: World Health Organization; 2025). Explore WHO's work on pharmacovigilance through the Programme for International Drug Monitoring (PIDM) and the WHO Pharmacovigilance Team.Learn more about regulatory systems strengthening and the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) for medicines and vaccines.Discover the WHO network for regulatory systems strengthening – the Coalition of Interested Parties (CIP), of which UMC is a member.Visit the UMC website to find out more about the WHO PIDM and UMC's role in it. Join the conversation on social mediaFollow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, or Bluesky and share your thoughts about the show with the hashtag #DrugSafetyMatters.Got a story to share?We're always looking for new content and interesting people to interview. If you have a great idea for a show, get in touch!About UMCRead more about Uppsala Monitoring Centre and how we promote safer use of medicines and vaccines for everyone everywhere.

Top headlines for Monday, December 15, 2025In this episode, we break down President Donald Trump's surprising openness to meeting with Pope Leo amid tensions over his immigration policy, explore the United Methodist Church's pushback against a contentious geofencing campaign targeting Texas congregations with pro-Israel ads, and examine a new study linking ultra-processed foods to rising rates of chronic and mental health conditions worldwide.00:11 Trump says he's willing to meet with Pope Leo XIV00:56 UMC pushes back on reported plan to 'geotarget' Texas churches01:54 Church-state watchdog group leader appointed to USCIRF02:38 Ultra-processed foods fueling chronic diseases: study03:31 Texas AG, securities board offer conflicting takes on EPIC suit04:23 Fla. sues WPATH, other groups for pushing trans surgeries on kids05:15 MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell announces run for Minnesota governorSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on XChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsTrump says he's willing to meet with Pope Leo XIV | PoliticsUMC pushes back on reported plan to 'geotarget' Texas churches | U.S.Church-state watchdog group leader appointed to USCIRF | PoliticsUltra-processed foods fueling chronic diseases: study | LivingTexas AG, securities board offer conflicting takes on EPIC suit | U.S.Fla. sues WPATH, other groups for pushing trans surgeries on kids | PoliticsMyPillow CEO Mike Lindell announces run for Minnesota governor | Politics

DateDecember 14, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we venture into the dark fields alongside the shepherds, discovering that the first announcement of the Incarnation was entrusted to those on the margins. We explore how the angelic proclamation disrupts our fear, revealing a joy that is not a scarce commodity for the pious, but a generous, cosmic invitation for all humanity. This is a story about a God who breaks through the silence to offer a love that is unapologetically inclusive and meant to be shared.Scripture: Luke 2:8–18About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

What if the deepest peace doesn't show up first in your circumstances, but in hidden places you can't measure, track, or even feel yet? And if that's true, what would it look like to trust God's peace is present before you see a single scrap of evidence?

Segment 1 • Jury trials scrapped in Britain for offenses under 3 years—what's next? • Canadian pastor jailed for protesting drag story hour; euthanasia stats in Canada shock the world. • Nigeria: over 200 school kids kidnapped as Christian persecution runs rampant. Segment 2 • 61% of pastors now using AI weekly—how should congregants think about this? • Ridiculous complaints raised by cheater website Ashley Madison about AI chatbots. • 90% of college students think “words = violence.” Segment 3 • Christians face two dangerous extremes: being consumed by bad news vs. living in ignorance. • "Wise as serpents, infuriated at evil" — we're called to be informed, not indifferent. • A United Methodist preacher announces he's “transitioning” — and claims it's part of his ministry. Segment 4 • UMC pastor tells kids they don't need to obey their parents if feelings are hurt. • Claims he's not “becoming a woman,” just stopping the charade of acting like a man. • This isn't deep thinking — it's moral sophistry being fed to children. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Isaiah chapter 2. Stuck in the Middle - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.#sermons #motivation #inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateDecember 7, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we dive into the revolutionary idea that joy is a muscle, not a mood. The daily practice of "Repeating the Sounding Joy" offers us a different path at the crossroads of control and trust, training our hearts for resilience instead of despair. We explore how Mary's defiant Magnificat—a song rehearsed over a lifetime—kickstarts an "upward spiral" of hope that disrupts the "downward spiral" of fear that threatened Joseph. Discover how to build the muscle memory of joy, aligning your present heart with God's joyful endgame for the world.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

This Sunday we'll discover how God doesn't just offer us peace as a feeling, but comes into the wilderness of our lives to rebuild the road beneath our feet—lifting valleys, lowering mountains, and guiding us into the path of peace.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Luke chapter 1.#sermons #motivation #inspirationBenedictus - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Conservative talk show waking up America with a knock-it-off attitude, live from the Freedom State of Florida.  Derek Johnson joins to the show to talk about the UMC

DateNovember 30, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we kick off our Advent series, Repeat the Sounding Joy: Practicing an Honest Advent, by reclaiming joy as a defiant and contagious act of resistance. Joy is not a denial of despair, but an empowering force that opens our lips and loosens our tongues to sing of a future that refuses to be limited by current reality. We explore how Elizabeth's loud blessing and Zechariah's prophetic song disrupt the silence of Empire, giving us the courage to bless what God is doing and declare the breaking dawn now.ReferencesScripture: Luke 1:39–45; Luke 1:67–80About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

This Sunday we begin Advent with the promise of peace—spoken not into calm, but into chaos. When life feels heavy and out of control, whose shoulders are carrying the weight of your world?

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Isaiah 65.#sermons #motivation #inspirationRethinking Old Age - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateNovember 23, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we conclude our In Good Company series by venturing into the often-terrifying landscape of our own minds with guest speaker Cody Deese. Rather than treating anxiety as a spiritual failure or a monster to be exiled, Cody reframes our panic as a flare gun from the "internal universe," signaling a deep need for attention and love. He invites us to stop trying to talk our way out of fear and instead feel our way through it, discovering that the Divine is waiting for us right in the center of the storm.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

We have all asked this question, "what good could possible come from this?" This week pastor Isaiah talks about what to do when God's good doesn't feel "good". The scripture offers us powerful reminders of the fullness of God's love for us.

It’s our 200th episode! Thank you for joining us as the Rev. Dr. Ron Bell, Dr. Ashley Boggan and Rev. Matt Rawle take a look at the profound change The United Methodist Church has experienced during the past four years and share honest reflections on what these shifts mean for how United Methodists live into … Continue reading "Celebrating 200 episodes: Reflecting on four years in The UMC"

Top headlines for Friday, November 21, 2025YouVersion founder Bobby Gruenewald reflects on the Bible app surpassing 1 billion downloads and cautions pastors about rushing into AI. Christian artist Forrest Frank raises alarms after an AI-generated musician tops the iTunes Christian charts. Meanwhile, a United Methodist bishop warns that the denomination's “financial house is on fire,” calling attention to critical funding problems.00:11 Trump, Vance snubbed at Cheney funeral; Bush eulogizes00:56 YouVersion founder talks concerns about pastors' embrace of AI01:42 Forrest Frank speaks out as AI artist nabs top Christian album02:26 UMC's ‘financial house is on fire,' bishop says03:18 Doctor suspended after woman claims he gave her abortion pills04:04 41% of young adults support giving AI broad gov't powers04:56 Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition reveals 'power' of biblical textsSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsDoctor suspended after woman claims he gave her abortion pills | U.S.Trump, Vance snubbed at Cheney funeral; Bush eulogizes | PoliticsYouVersion founder talks concerns about pastors' embrace of AI | Church & MinistriesForrest Frank speaks out as AI artist nabs top Christian album | EntertainmentUMC's ‘financial house is on fire,' bishop says | Church & Ministries41% of young adults support giving AI broad gov't powers | U.S.Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition reveals 'power' of biblical texts | U.S.

Far from a future add-on, artificial intelligence is already embedded in the cycle of drug safety, from case processing to signal detection. Versatile generative AI models have raised the bar of possibilities but also increased the stakes. How do we use them without losing trust and where do we set the limits?In this two-part episode, Niklas Norén, head of Research at Uppsala Monitoring Centre, unpacks how artificial intelligence can add value to pharmacovigilance and where it should – or shouldn't – go next.Tune in to find out:How to keep up with rapid developments in AI technologyWhy model and performance transparency both matterHow to protect sensitive patient data when using AIWant to know more?Listen to the first part of the interview here.In May 2025, the CIOMS Working Group XIV drafted guidelines for the use of AI in pharmacovigilance. The draft report received more than a thousand comments during public consultation and is now being finalised.Earlier this year, the World Health Organization issued guidance on large multi-modal models – a type of generative AI – when used in healthcare.Niklas has spoken extensively on the potential and risks of AI in pharmacovigilance, including in this presentation at the University of Verona and in this Uppsala Reports article.Other recent UMC publications cited in the interview or relevant to the topic include:a pre-print on the revised vigiMatch algorithm for duplicate detectionan article on the pitfalls of disproportionality analysisa pre-print on critically appraising AI applications for rare-event recognitionFor more on the ‘black box' issue and maintaining trust in AI, revisit this interview with GSK's Michael Glaser from the Drug Safety Matters archive. Join the conversation on social mediaFollow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, or Bluesky and share your thoughts about the show with the hashtag #DrugSafetyMatters.Got a story to share?We're always looking for new content and interesting people to interview. If you have a great idea for a show, get in touch!About UMCRead more about Uppsala Monitoring Centre and how we promote safer use of medicines and vaccines for everyone everywhere.

This week, Matt and Tyler talk about the 29th ranked East Coast bleh state, and also the UMC.

Lopende onderzoeken naar nieuwe medicijnen voor Alzheimer beloven veel, maar de ziekte blijft vrijwel onbehandelbaar. Het blijft wachten op een eerste stap om het ziekteproces te stoppen. Professor Philip Scheltens, emeritus hoogleraar cognitieve neurologie aan het UMC en oprichter van het Alzheimer Centrum is pionier in het Alzheimeronderzoek. Hij onderzoekt een nieuwe behandelmethode voor patiënten: Lecanemab. Of het een wonderpil is en hoe het medicijn precies werkt, legt de emeritus hoogleraar uit in de Jortcast.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message on Haggai 1 and 2. #sermons #motivation #inspirationThe Second Time Around - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr. https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://x.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.com/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

DateNovember 16, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we dive into the third week of our series, In Good Company: A Series on Saints, by meeting John Wesley—a restless striver who felt compelled to earn his destiny. Discover how Wesley's relentless pursuit of holiness gave way to an inexplicable moment of surrender that radically transformed his life and launched a movement. The relentless pressure to be "enough" melts away when we realize that God's love for us is not a reward to be earned, but a gift that comes first. This profound assurance is what liberates us to stop fearing failure and start loving the world.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

The Bible talks a lot about money—not to restrict you but to free you. Because the real danger isn't having money… it's letting money have you.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Luke chapter 19. Just A Glimpse - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.Subscribe to my YouTube Channel and Like my Facebook page!Hit the

DateNovember 9, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, the second in our In Good Company series, we dive deep into the extraordinary life of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Her childhood lessons about the sacredness of the wild fig tree rooted a life of radical faithfulness. We explore how her seemingly small act—planting seven trees—grew wild and untamed, like the kingdom of heaven itself, becoming a powerful movement for environmental justice, women's empowerment, and political liberation. Our small efforts matter, reminding us that we are called to root healing and hope wherever we are.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Everyone quotes it. Almost no one lives it. What if Philippians 4:13 means something far harder, and far better, than we think?

Top headlines for Friday, November 7, 2025Erica Dueso, Pennsylvania's first trans-identifying mayor, responds to backlash over a social media post about ICE deportations; Nancy Pelosi announces she will not seek reelection after decades in Congress; and a new trend of turning unused IVF embryos into jewelry sparks debate over ethics and emotion. 00:11 Pa.'s first trans mayor denies inciting violence after ICE tweet01:01 Moody Bible Institute sues school board over teacher program ban01:51 Texas voters OK amendments on parental rights, non-citizen voting02:39 UMC to allow regions to maintain biblical views on marriage, sex03:33 Nancy Pelosi to retire from Congress after nearly 4 decades04:18 IVF embryos turned into jewelry sparks outrage05:04 Evangelical leader challenges Tucker Carlson to debate on Zionism05:54 Construction begins on largest Christian monument to prayerSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsPa.'s first trans mayor denies inciting violence after ICE tweet | PoliticsMoody Bible Institute sues school board over teacher program ban | EducationTexas voters OK amendments on parental rights, non-citizen voting | PoliticsUMC to allow regions to maintain biblical views on marriage, sex | Church & MinistriesNancy Pelosi to retire from Congress after nearly 4 decades | PoliticsIVF embryos turned into jewelry sparks outrage | U.S.Evangelical leader challenges Tucker Carlson to debate on Zionism | U.S.Construction begins on largest Christian monument to prayer | World

Jem and Justin geek out over Jon Klassen. Jem's selling equipment. They chat UMC updates, marketing consultant wisdom, and why email rules sales plus thoughts on pneumatic air line strategy.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Comment or Suggest a TopicJon Klassen books are goodWhere is my hat So many jobsUMC update, closerJem sells his Multicam RouterMay sell YCM?Unhook, dismantle roomTalked to a consultantEmail is best method for sales, don't worry about unsubWebsite conversionAI managementUses social media to confirmFinalist business awards in AUPneumatic air lines workshop optimisation MaxlineCamaster Out of Business?---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate links.HOSTSJem FreemanCastlemaine, Victoria, AustraliaLike Butter | Instagram | More LinksJustin BrouillettePortland, Oregon, USAPDX CNC | Instagram | More Links

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from the book of Joel, chapter 2.Subscribe to my YouTube Channel and Like my Facebook page!Hit the

DateNovember 2, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore how St. Ignatius of Loyola—once a vain soldier obsessed with glory—discovered that faith isn't about achievement but friendship with God. Through his story and the encounter between Jesus and blind Bartimaeus, we're invited to consider Jesus's tender question: "What do you want me to do for you?" This first installment of the In Good Company series reminds us that when we embrace our need for divine friendship rather than trying to earn our way to God, our vision is restored and we're empowered to "set the world on fire" with love.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Segment 1 • A major ecumenical event happened in the Sistine Chapel. • Meanwhile, thousands of churches are breaking from the UMC and the Anglican church. • This push toward unification looks spiritual but could blur gospel clarity. Segment 2 • The Great Commission isn't about church branding — it's about disciple-making. • Cultural trends like “ghosting your parents” reveal deep spiritual drift, especially in the home. • We must stay focused: carrying the gospel is the church's primary job. Segment 3 • New surveys show many Americans prefer to watch church online. • Spiritual formation is happening more through screens than through shepherds. • Your children are watching and learning from how you treat church. Segment 4 • Rogan is increasingly open about religion, but still misses key biblical categories. • There must be serious care brought to discussions about oral tradition. • Baptism and the Lord's Supper belong in the local church. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

DateOctober 26, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we scratch the record on apathy and tune our ears to the Spirit's invitation to dream again. We confront the haunting script that “nothing matters” and pivot toward a defiant, embodied hope—where God restores what locusts devour and empowers all people to imagine and co-create a more just, beautiful world. Expect honest lament, bold re-imagining, and a summons to actionable faith that interrupts despair with possibility.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.