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On this Memorial Day weekend, we reflected on the idea of a “wake-up call”—those moments in life when God, out of love, confronts us with truth that is hard to hear but necessary for our growth. Using Paul's relationship with the church in Corinth as our guide, we saw how even the most faithful can face seasons of pain, misunderstanding, and the need for hard conversations. Paul, after pouring his life into the Corinthians, learned that his integrity was being attacked by outsiders, and the church he loved did nothing to stop it. Instead of ignoring the issue, Paul wrote a severe, heartfelt letter—one that was painful to write and painful to receive, but absolutely necessary for the health of the community and for their spiritual growth.We explored how God often uses these moments of confrontation—whether through others or through circumstances—to forge us, much like metal is shaped in fire. Sometimes, the pain we experience is not the result of random suffering, but of God's purposeful, redemptive work in our lives. The question is not whether we will face these wake-up calls, but how we will respond: will we receive them and grow, or will we resist and remain unchanged?Through stories of real people—one battling addiction, another struggling with character issues, and even my own experience as a teenager—we saw that the wake-up call is not the end, but the beginning of transformation. Godly sorrow, the kind that leads to repentance and change, is different from worldly sorrow, which only brings regret and death. God's desire is not to punish, but to rescue, to bring us back from destructive paths and into abundant life.We ended with the story of the prodigal son, a reminder that when we finally respond to God's call and turn back to Him, He runs to meet us with open arms. No matter how far we've wandered or how deep the mess, our Father celebrates the return of rebels. The invitation is simple but profound: don't ignore the wake-up call. Lean into the forging, trust God's love, and take a step toward Him today.[00:00] - Welcome[02:55] - Paul's Transformation and Mission[06:57] - The Strategic Importance of Corinth[09:07] - Attacks on Paul's Integrity[10:43] - The “Severe Letter” and Hard Conversations[13:08] - The Pain and Necessity of Confrontation[15:28] - The Forging Process: God's Purpose in Pain[17:35] - When Suffering Is Self-Inflicted[19:06] - Responding to God's Wake-Up Call[20:11] - Paul's Agony and Waiting for Titus[22:04] - The Weight of Reputation and Fear[23:28] - Real-Life Wake-Up Calls: Stories of Addiction and Growth[33:25] - The Joy of Repentance and Change[34:04] - Redemptive Pain vs. Worldly Sorrow[39:20] - Parenting, Discipline, and Redemptive Pain[47:12] - Godly Sorrow and True Repentance[52:01] - The Prodigal Son: God's Heart for Return[53:08] - Invitation to Respond and Prayer[57:03] - Closing Prayer and Blessing

This sermon explores Lord's Day 23 of the Heidelberg Catechism, focusing on the practical benefits of Christian faith. The pastor begins by addressing a common misconception that doctrine lacks practicality, arguing instead that understanding Christian teaching has immense practical value. Using Paul's testimony before King Agrippa in Acts 26 as illustration, the sermon emphasizes three key aspects of faith:The practicality of Christian faith - It transforms believers from darkness to light, making them righteous before God and heirs to eternal life.The uniqueness of Christian faith - Unlike other beliefs, it relies solely on Christ's righteousness rather than being supplemented by human works.Faith as an instrument of blessing - Faith itself is not the ground of justification but rather the God-given means by which believers receive Christ's righteousness.The sermon concludes that Christian faith brings "all the good there is to receive from the hand of God," emphasizing that even faith itself is a gift of grace that leaves no room for boasting.

In this second sermon on beholding Christ's beauty, we will contemplate how that beauty leads to a changed life. Using Paul's statement in 3:18, we will look at Revelation 1-3 through that lens. Listen and hear how Christ's beauty transofrmed churches in the first century and continues to do so today. 

In this episode, Brody encourages listeners to stay focused, positive, and walk in the light, drawing inspiration from the life of the Apostle Paul. He reminds us that it's God's power that saves, and we can trust Him to lead others to repentance.Brody talks about staying faithful to God's call, following Scripture, and not giving up, no matter the challenges. Using Paul as an example, he shows how we can live with purpose and run your race well. Whether you're a pastor, teacher, or doing something else, you can be faithful to Jesus in everything you do.This episode is a reminder to keep pressing forward, trust God's plan, and finish strong in the race of life.2 Timothy 4:6-81 Corinthians 15:58  Luke 9:62Facing Difficult Trials | Looking at Paul's ExampleSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

|| ABOUT THIS MESSAGE || As Pastor Jerry led us through Acts 20:32-38, he focused on the importance of living with open hands and generous hearts. God's grace is the foundation for a life of humility, gratitude, and selflessness towards others. Using Paul as an example, Pastor Jerry highlighted the value of working hard while also caring for the weak and vulnerable. He reminded us that generosity is a natural response to God's generosity toward us, and that living with open hands, in all aspects of life — work, time, talents, and finances — helps advance the hope and love of Jesus. || ABOUT BEACH CHURCH || We exist to reach, raise up, and release followers of Jesus who change the world. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone is welcome to learn about a relationship with God, whether you're curious or confident in your faith.|| GET CONNECTED || Here at Beach, we are most passionate about seeing people come into a relationship with Jesus! Head over to our website to get connected https://www.beachchurchjax.com/im-new|| FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA ||@beachchurchjax|| SCRIPTURE REFERENCES ||Acts 20:32-38

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Comfort & Affliction, Week 2 of 3 from February 23rd, 2025 "Walking in the presence of Jesus means giving and receiving correction." 2 Corinthians 2:12-2:11 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon explores the challenges of communication, conflict, and correction within the Christian community. Using Paul's relationship with the Corinthian church as a backdrop, Pastor Michael emphasizes the importance of trust, grace, and forgiveness in resolving misunderstandings. He highlights that walking in the presence of Jesus involves both giving and receiving correction, and that individual sin affects the entire community. Ultimately, the goal of correction and conflict resolution is restoration, reflecting God's love and the redemptive work of Christ.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Do you struggle to lead the people around you? God calls all men to be leaders. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming the leader Jesus has called you to be and what the Bible says about Godly leadership. The Dialed In man of God is a Leader. Using Paul's teaching, Jim explains how, as a leader, we are called to build "walls" around our loved ones to protect them. No matter what personality type, leadership style, or temperament, God has called all men to lead. It's time to do something. Anything. Just lead. In this series, recorded in South Africa on a safari, Jim Ramos introduces you to the 20 qualities of a man of God pulled from Titus and 1 Timothy, as laid out in his new book, ‘Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God' releasing September 3, 2024 with David C Cook publishing. Each episode will walk you through one quality. You can order your copy of the book on Amazon at  or learn more at . 

Pastor Chris Durso may not live in Columbia, but he's not a guest either! Using Paul's last letter to Timothy, Pastor Chris reminded us to heal, forgive, and decide with urgency! Not in a rush, just urgent. If we aren't careful, we'll forget that tomorrow is God's option and not to be assumed.We all have a God-given purpose assigned to us before we had a name, according to Jeremiah. Which means, every day that we delay our own healing from trauma, addiction, and heartache, we're delaying the freedom of someone we're called to. To heal, we have to identify the wound..To identify the wound, we have to discuss it.. In order to discuss our trauma, we need good company.. To find good company, we need discernment. Dive in and take good notes!

Pastor Phil discusses the importance of community and support through the lens of Paul's letter to Timothy, highlighting how even well-known figures like Paul faced loneliness and challenges in their ministry. He emphasizes that we are not designed to navigate life alone and encourages recognizing our need for friendship, asking for help, and practicing forgiveness. Using Paul's experiences, Pastor Phil illustrates that true strength comes from God, who never leaves us, even in hardship. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace community and faith, reminding us that God's empowerment is meant for His glory and the spread of the gospel. 

Romans 13:11-14 // Jonathan NeefThis video explores the urgent need for Christians to live a godly life in light of Christ's imminent return. Using Paul's teachings in Romans, it emphasizes the importance of watchfulness, preparedness, and obedience as key elements of a Christian's walk.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49332902PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/newWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/rjn-RCGiq_k24.10.20

Romans 13:11-14 // Tom NelsonThis video explores the urgent need for Christians to live a godly life in light of Christ's imminent return. Using Paul's teachings in Romans, it emphasizes the importance of watchfulness, preparedness, and obedience as key elements of a Christian's walk.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49332903PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/newWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/KnFKCGyQnR424.10.20

Romans 13:11-14 // Gabe CoyleThis video explores the urgent need for Christians to live a godly life in light of Christ's imminent return. Using Paul's teachings in Romans, it emphasizes the importance of watchfulness, preparedness, and obedience as key elements of a Christian's walk.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49332904PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/newWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/9BsfYBUYI2824.10.20

Romans 13:11-14 // Taylor FairThis video explores the urgent need for Christians to live a godly life in light of Christ's imminent return. Using Paul's teachings in Romans, it emphasizes the importance of watchfulness, preparedness, and obedience as key elements of a Christian's walk.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49332905PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/newWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/Yq13_9BxVtk24.10.20

What does true unity within a church community look like? We explore this profound question by recounting our recent night dedicated to prayer and fasting. Drawing inspiration from the story of David and Goliath, we discuss the importance of trusting God's plan and expecting His presence. Much like a football team where every member plays a critical role, we emphasize that Jesus is the core of our community, calling us to work together in harmony.Reflecting on the early church, we dive into how its members supported each other for growth and strength. Using Paul's teachings from 1 Corinthians 12, we explore the vital role each person plays in the body of Christ and the consequences of disengagement and division. Through personal stories and scriptural insights, we stress the importance of unity and mutual support, confronting the challenges that modern churches face with disengagement and division.We also discuss the joy and trials of being part of a faith community, emphasizing the need for diversity and active participation. From witnessing spiritual breakthroughs to supporting loved ones in their struggles, we highlight the crucial role of spiritual and physical support within the community. By engaging in ministries like the brown bag diner, we not only meet practical needs but also share Jesus' message. The challenge is clear: will you actively contribute to the mission of the church, or remain on the sidelines? Join us for a powerful call to unity and collective effort for the greater good.

In this final sermon of the “Rediscover the Gospel” series, Justin explores Galatians 6 and tackles the challenge of weariness in the Christian life. Using Paul's encouragement to not grow weary in doing good, Justin offers practical insights on how believers can continue to sow in the Spirit and reap a harvest in God's perfect timing. He challenges listeners to restore others, carry one another's burdens, contribute to spiritual growth, and persevere without giving up. Ultimately, Justin reminds us that just as Jesus didn't give up on the cross, we are called to persist in faith and good works, trusting that God's grace will sustain us.

In Pastor Terry's sermon, he teaches us to maintain joy by pursuing purpose, adopting Christ's mindset, and standing strong in faith. Using Paul's life as an example, Pastor Terry urges us to view our hardships as opportunities for God to bless others through us, trusting in His promises despite our circumstances.

This week, Sandy delves into the often misunderstood realm of spiritual experiences. Using Paul's encounter with a viper on Malta as a starting point, he explores how Christians can approach supernatural events with wisdom, balancing scriptural truth and personal experience. This message challenges Christians to grow in their understanding of spiritual realities while remaining grounded in God's Word. | Scripture | 2 Timothy 3:16 Hebrews 11:3 Colossians 1:17 Mark 16:17-18 1 Corinthians 14:25

We will all be obedient to something - the question is what or who? In this sermon, Liam explores the often-misunderstood concept of Christian obedience. Using Paul's trial before King Agrippa as a backdrop, he challenges believers to consider what true freedom in Christ looks like. Discover how obedience to God's calling can lead to a life of purpose and liberation - the freest place you can be is in the middle of God's will for your life. | Scripture | Acts 26 John 14:15 Luke 6:46 Matthew 28:19-20 Isaiah 53 Isaiah 49:6 Luke 3:8 James 2:17 2 Peter 1:5 Ephesians 2:8-9 Galatians 5:1

Title: A Sower Went Out To Sow Date: 7/21/24, 10am, Sunday Sermon Speaker: Pastor Derrel Strickland This week's message from Pastor Strickland focused on the Parable of the Sower and the significance of sowing seeds of faith and truth. Drawing from Luke 8, he emphasized that as Christians, we have ready access to seeds to sow. Using Paul's experience in Acts 16, Pastor Strickland highlighted the importance of planting seeds even in challenging circumstances, reminding us that God supplies the seeds and blesses our efforts. The core message is clear: we need to sow good seeds—seeds of Jesus and His love—into the world faithfully. As we do, God will ensure that we reap a harvest of righteousness. Photo by Corina Rainer on Unsplash Outline: 00:00 - Introduction and Greeting 00:22 - Understanding Parables 00:44 - The Parable of the Sower 03:13 - Paul as a Sower 04:04 - Different Types of Seeds 09:34 - Sowing in Difficult Situations 22:58 - God Prepares the Ground 34:47 - The Importance of Perseverance 35:17 - Paul's Vision Explained 41:03 - Conclusion and Encouragement

Join Pastor Mark Medley as he explores the practical implications of the gospel on love and relationships in his sermon "Faith Working Through Love." This sermon delves into how our understanding of faith influences our ability to love in a world where genuine affection often struggles to surface amid widespread division.Pastor Mark begins by highlighting the disconnect between the idealized portrayal of love in culture and the reality of practicing it daily. Using Paul's teachings from Ephesians 1 through 2:9, he emphasizes the spiritual blessings and grace that are foundational to Christian life. This part of the sermon helps listeners understand that resting in what Christ has accomplished is essential for developing a sincere and wise approach to relationships.Throughout the sermon, metaphors of marriage and adoption illustrate how our identities transform through faith. These analogies bring to life the concept that our new identity in Christ affects not just our legal standing before God but also our everyday actions and decisions. Pastor Mark outlines a Christian life of resting in faith, walking in obedience, and wrestling against spiritual challenges.A significant focus is given to the 'one another' scriptures, which direct us to support, value, and love each other. These scriptures are practical tools for building healthy relationships within the church and beyond, reflecting the communal nature of God Himself.Practical aspects of gospel-centered love are also discussed, particularly how we handle common issues like gossip and conflicts within marriage. Pastor Mark provides straightforward advice on applying grace and forgiveness in these situations, emphasizing that such challenges are opportunities for growth and deeper understanding.The sermon also revisits the unity that Jesus established in the early church, breaking down barriers between different groups and creating a single community under God. This historical example encourages modern believers to overcome prejudices and extend love across cultural and racial lines.Ending with a reflection on Ephesians 3:17-19, Pastor Mark shares Paul's prayer that we may grasp the vast dimensions of Christ's love. This deeper understanding enables us to love more effectively, promoting unity and peace in our own circles."Faith Working Through Love" encourages us to take active steps in resting in Jesus' work, walking in line with God's commands, and tackling life's challenges with spiritual vigor. Tune in for insights on living out your faith through everyday acts of love.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

Are you tired of feeling captive to religious rituals without experiencing true spiritual freedom? Join us as we uncover the heart of authentic spiritual leadership through the compassionate and nurturing side of the Apostle Paul in Galatians, chapter 4. In this episode, we explore how Paul urges the Galatians to break free from their past enslavement to religious systems, emphasizing the sufficiency of Christ over legalistic observance of special days and rituals. We tackle the nuanced difference between holding a position of spiritual leadership and embodying the true essence of it.What drives someone to pursue spiritual leadership? Perhaps insecurity, a sense of obligation, or even a desire for control. Using Paul's metaphor of labor pains, we delve into the qualities of genuine spiritual leadership, showcasing his deep, sacrificial love and dedication to the Galatians' spiritual growth. By reflecting on the potential pitfalls and misguided motivations of some spiritual leaders, we highlight the importance of a leader's genuine care and service. Gratitude and affirmation for our ministry leaders who embody these virtues are paramount, creating a culture of encouragement and sincere commitment.Embrace the power of trials and hardships as pathways to spiritual growth. Drawing lessons from 2 Corinthians 12, we discuss how Paul's own limitations became moments of divine revelation, illustrating that God's grace is sufficient, especially in weakness. Through personal anecdotes, including the wisdom shared between a young preacher and an older pastor, we emphasize the transformative potential of embracing setbacks. Whether you're grappling with personal or spiritual challenges, this episode inspires you to confront your limitations and trust in God's plan, leading you towards greater faith and purpose.

Using Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus, Matthew Balentine contrasts the before-and-after life of a Christian.   *****   Please join us in person at the Ninth Avenue Church of Christ, located in Haleyville, Alabama. You are also invited to join us through social media: Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ninthavenuechurch) Follow us on X (https://twitter.com/ninthavechurch) Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ninthavenuechurch) The song "The Ode to Joy" is used pursuant to a license issued by Envato Elements.

Wayne Stiles teaches from Acts 18 and selected epistles how memory triggers can bring the Bible into our lives. Using Paul's example in Philippi, Corinth, and Ephesus, we can use the world around us to remind us of truths that renew our minds.

Sadly, worship is one of the most divisive and misunderstood functions of churches today. So-called "worship wars" break God's heart, harm our witness, and misunderstand the nature and purpose of worship. Using Paul’s words to the Colossian church, we will focus on the importance of how we worship together on Sundays as the gathered Body of Christ.

Sadly, worship is one of the most divisive and misunderstood functions of churches today. So-called "worship wars" break God's heart, harm our witness, and misunderstand the nature and purpose of worship. Using Paul’s words to the Colossian church, we will focus on the importance of how we worship together on Sundays as the gathered Body of Christ.

In this stirring (and humorous) message, Ian Thomas talks about the life of Paul and how he was "sent, went, and put" by the Lord Jesus Christ. Using Paul as the example, Major Ian Thomas shows the parallel for our lives and how we too are called by God to be sent, went, and put wherever He so chooses for His glory, honor, and praise.Learn more about the Bravehearted Voices Podcast and how you can be discipled and grow spiritually by visiting braveheartedvoices.com

Using Paul's letter to Titus as a template, our brother Justin Luttrull guides is through reflection on who we were and who we are becoming through the lens of God's kindness and love.

In this episode, Aaron is joined by guest Nate Holdridge to discuss the anonymity of pastoral work. While pastoral work may seem like a public job in this age of celebrity pastors, Nate argues that embracing the anonymous aspects of this work is a better path, and essential for the pastor's soul. Using Paul's image of the farmer and the field, Nate highlights that the pastor, like a farmer, is a mere worker employed by God. The only one in the equation that matters is God, who gives the growth. This means that good pastoral work has a tinge of anonymity, where pastors do work that is often unseen and are there for the service of the field. They cannot produce fruit on their own. Throughout the episode, Aaron and Nate discuss various topics, including the comparison game that can steal a pastor's joy, and the importance of faithfulness. They also delve into the idea that growth of depth is more valuable than numerical growth, and that workaholism can be harmful to the pastor's soul. The pressure that millennial pastors feel to live up to the older generations, and the pitfalls of pastors building a social media platform for themselves, are also explored. Nate shares his views on why pastors should consider the anonymous aspects of their work as a healthy antidote to the temptations and pressures that come with the public nature of pastoral work. We believe this episode will encourage pastors who are working hard but feeling unseen. No matter the size of your church or the length of your time in ministry, pastoral work is often challenging and can feel lonely. It is easy to get caught up in the comparison game, social media pressure, and the drive for numerical growth. However, we hope that this episode speaks to your heart and reminds you that it is the Lord who brings the harvest. May you be reminded that no matter how unseen your work may feel, it is essential and valued in the eyes of God. -- Nate Holdridge has served as senior pastor of Calvary Monterey on California's central coast since 2008. Calvary's vision is to see Jesus Famous. Nate teaches and writes with that aim at nateholdridge.com. Nate also leads the Jesus Famous Podcast, conducting interviews and discussions that help keep Jesus first. He has also written The No-Nonsense Biblical Man, Dear New Dad, Whole-Hearted Work, (un)Reasonable Faith, and more. Nate also serves as a member of the Executive Team of Calvary Global Network.

Using Paul's life as an example, Warren Wiersbe talks about decision-making. Paul's choice to go to Rome was potentially marked by a detour and Wiersbe reminds us that we need to beware of detours and trust God's direction and will in our lives.Learn more about the Bravehearted Voices Podcast and how you can be discipled and grow spiritually by visiting braveheartedvoices.com

Using Paul's letter to the Ephesians, Dr. Keck will talk about how essential social skills are to the functioning of our society. And yet, there seems to be a widespread erosion of basic interpersonal skills and sensitivities. Paul urged us to be “eager to build up mutual affection” and yet we seem to be satisfied with half-hearted nods while not even looking up from our cellphone.

Using Paul's letter to the Ephesians, Dr. Keck will talk about how essential social skills are to the functioning of our society. And yet, there seems to be a widespread erosion of basic interpersonal skills and sensitivities. Paul urged us to be “eager to build up mutual affection” and yet we seem to be satisfied with half-hearted nods while not even looking up from our cellphone.

Finding Common Ground - Acts 17 Paul in Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens. Using Paul's model and doing our best to reach people for the sake of the gospel.

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Air Conditioner Test Results & Discussion, published by johnswentworth on June 22, 2022 on LessWrong. Background is in the preregistration post. This post will assume you've read that one. First, the headline result: my main prediction was wrong. Paul's predictions were also wrong. By the preregistered metric, the second hose improves performance by much less than either of us expected. That said, it looks like the experiment's main metric mostly did not measure the thing it was intended to measure, which is why we were both so far off. I did collect a bunch of data, which allows us to estimate the air conditioner's performance in other ways. That analysis was not pre-registered and you should therefore be suspicious of it, but I nonetheless believe that it gives a more accurate view of the air conditioner's performance. Main takeaway of that analysis is that the air conditioner performs about twice as well with two hoses as with one. Going by that analysis, both Paul's formula and my prediction were correct. Experiment Setup Here's the air conditioner with the cardboard “second hose” attached: I hung thermometers at each corner of the room, in the middle of each wall, and on the ceiling in the center of the room. I also placed one thermometer in the inlet (i.e. the hole in the window covering through which the cardboard hose draws air), the outlet (i.e. the hole in the window covering through which the other hose blows air), and outside on the balcony. I ran a few different tests: Air conditioner with and without the cardboard intake hose, on low fan Air conditioner with and without the cardboard intake hose, on high fan Air conditioner off (control) For both the 1-hose and control tests, I left the inlet hole in the window covering open. (This was mainly to reduce infiltration from places other than outside.) Assorted Notes: I did try the experiment previously (about a month ago), and ran into issues which resulted in some minor changes to the experiment setup; info about that is here. None of the experiment setup, thermometers, or the room were in direct sun. The time for each test was mostly determined by when I had meetings scheduled, and when the temperatures seemed to stop changing. Results Data is here. Some numbers: Outdoor temperature was 85-88°F (29.4 - 31.1°C) for most of the testing, though it dropped to 82°F (27.8°C) in the evening during the control test Temperature difference between outdoor and indoor (higher is better), in each test: Low fan: 20.6°F (11.4°C) with one hose, 22.7°F (12.6°C) with two hoses High fan: 18.7°F (10.4°C) with one hose, 22.2°F (12.3°C) with two hoses Control: 13.1°F (7.3°C) Temperature variance across the room was fairly high (~2.5 - 3.0°F, or ~1.4 - 1.7°C), and consistent (i.e. measurements 30 minutes apart had similar relative temperature patterns) Exhaust temperature was 98 - 100°F (36.7 - 37.8°C) with one hose, 112 - 119°F (44.4 - 48.3°C) with two Analysis My main prediction was that the outdoor-indoor temperature difference would be at least 50% greater with two hoses than with one hose, with my median estimate around 100% (i.e. a factor-of-two difference). That was definitely wrong: the actual number was 10% with fan on low, 19% with fan on high. Paul's prediction for the same number was 33-43%, though that was based on some very rough guesses about indoor, outdoor and exhaust temperatures. Using Paul's formula with the actual indoor, outdoor and exhaust temperatures from the tests gives predictions anywhere from 75% to 180%, consistent with my own factor-of-two median guess. (The difference is mainly because the exhaust temperature was considerably lower than Paul had speculated. It really is a very shitty air conditioner.) So experimentally, the difference came out way lower than anybody guessed. Why? The result from ...

Link to original articleWelcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Air Conditioner Test Results & Discussion, published by johnswentworth on June 22, 2022 on LessWrong. Background is in the preregistration post. This post will assume you've read that one. First, the headline result: my main prediction was wrong. Paul's predictions were also wrong. By the preregistered metric, the second hose improves performance by much less than either of us expected. That said, it looks like the experiment's main metric mostly did not measure the thing it was intended to measure, which is why we were both so far off. I did collect a bunch of data, which allows us to estimate the air conditioner's performance in other ways. That analysis was not pre-registered and you should therefore be suspicious of it, but I nonetheless believe that it gives a more accurate view of the air conditioner's performance. Main takeaway of that analysis is that the air conditioner performs about twice as well with two hoses as with one. Going by that analysis, both Paul's formula and my prediction were correct. Experiment Setup Here's the air conditioner with the cardboard “second hose” attached: I hung thermometers at each corner of the room, in the middle of each wall, and on the ceiling in the center of the room. I also placed one thermometer in the inlet (i.e. the hole in the window covering through which the cardboard hose draws air), the outlet (i.e. the hole in the window covering through which the other hose blows air), and outside on the balcony. I ran a few different tests: Air conditioner with and without the cardboard intake hose, on low fan Air conditioner with and without the cardboard intake hose, on high fan Air conditioner off (control) For both the 1-hose and control tests, I left the inlet hole in the window covering open. (This was mainly to reduce infiltration from places other than outside.) Assorted Notes: I did try the experiment previously (about a month ago), and ran into issues which resulted in some minor changes to the experiment setup; info about that is here. None of the experiment setup, thermometers, or the room were in direct sun. The time for each test was mostly determined by when I had meetings scheduled, and when the temperatures seemed to stop changing. Results Data is here. Some numbers: Outdoor temperature was 85-88°F (29.4 - 31.1°C) for most of the testing, though it dropped to 82°F (27.8°C) in the evening during the control test Temperature difference between outdoor and indoor (higher is better), in each test: Low fan: 20.6°F (11.4°C) with one hose, 22.7°F (12.6°C) with two hoses High fan: 18.7°F (10.4°C) with one hose, 22.2°F (12.3°C) with two hoses Control: 13.1°F (7.3°C) Temperature variance across the room was fairly high (~2.5 - 3.0°F, or ~1.4 - 1.7°C), and consistent (i.e. measurements 30 minutes apart had similar relative temperature patterns) Exhaust temperature was 98 - 100°F (36.7 - 37.8°C) with one hose, 112 - 119°F (44.4 - 48.3°C) with two Analysis My main prediction was that the outdoor-indoor temperature difference would be at least 50% greater with two hoses than with one hose, with my median estimate around 100% (i.e. a factor-of-two difference). That was definitely wrong: the actual number was 10% with fan on low, 19% with fan on high. Paul's prediction for the same number was 33-43%, though that was based on some very rough guesses about indoor, outdoor and exhaust temperatures. Using Paul's formula with the actual indoor, outdoor and exhaust temperatures from the tests gives predictions anywhere from 75% to 180%, consistent with my own factor-of-two median guess. (The difference is mainly because the exhaust temperature was considerably lower than Paul had speculated. It really is a very shitty air conditioner.) So experimentally, the difference came out way lower than anybody guessed. Why? The result from ...

Episode 89: The Mystery of Ishmael Show Notes: Hagar: Heb. hāḡār- Flight Ishmael: Heb. yišmāʿē'l - God will hear Sarai: Heb. śāray- Princess Sarah: Heb. śārâ - Noblewoman Isaac: Heb. yiṣḥāq - He laughs Abraham: Heb. ‘aḇrāhām - Father of a multitude New Subsplash Giving Donation link: https://secure.subsplash.com/ui/access/BDJH89 Scripture References: All Scripture references cited from the King James Version Bible.  Genesis 16:1-12, Genesis 21:12-20, Genesis 17:20-21, Romans 15:4, 1 Corinthians 10:1-11, Ecclesiastes 1:9-11, 2 Timothy 2:7, Galatians 4:21-31, Isaiah 1:15-21, Hosea 5:15, Hebrews 11:8-10, Galatians 3:26-29  Takeaway: As with so many things in the Bible, Ishmael is a type of something else… and the type may surprise you! Using Paul's admonition to consider what he says, we get the spiritual application of who Ishmael and Isaac actually represent. Links: Website: utbnow.com Podcast: https://bible-mysteries.captivate.fm FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/utbnow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BibleMysteries Donate: https://secure.subsplash.com/ui/access/BDJH89 Email: unlockthebiblenow@gmail.com nY7kd9xqy2uC907QUuGr

As we near Holy Week and Easter, this sermon from John Wesley gives us a solid foundation not only for understanding the resurrection of Jesus but also for leaning into the promise of our own resurrection. Using Paul's treatise on the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15 and borrowing from an earlier work by Benjamin Calamy, Wesley addresses the question that Paul raises: "How are the dead raised? With what kind of body do they come?" (1 Corinthians 15:35 NRSV). Understanding the resurrection from a biblical perspective challenges the Platonist and disembodied ways in which many Christians have perceived it and invites us to live out the implications of a new embodied life in the present as well as the future. Read Sermon 137: On the Resurrection of the DeadGet a copy of N.T. Wright's book Surprised by HopeSend your questions and comments to Bob Kaylor at pastorbk@tlumc.org and follow him on Twitter @revbkaylor This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bobkaylor.substack.com

In today's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Filmore Bouldes speaks from Acts 16 on how to strengthen and increase in leadership. Using Paul's leadership as an example, Ps Filmore explains how God calls good leaders to inspect, include, and instruct.

We need to have true value for every individual's faith and conscience. Using Paul's instruction about food in I Corinthians 10:28, Bill Johnson teaches how to manage our freedoms in order to steward the faith and values of others. We must learn to preserve what remains. 

Using Paul's writing to the Colossians, this tree of life planted in the heart of pagan Roman rule confronts the heresy of his day, but also speaks to the heresy we face today in the denial of who Jesus is.   As in our study of I John, these writings by Paul empower us to win the Global War we are engaged in today.  The identity of Jesus is at the heart of this warfare, both spiritual and physical. Paul goes into great detail into who Jesus is.  He proves He is far more than a Man, but is the On who created all things in heaven and on the earth.  Thus Jesus is God who became Man to save our souls. Preview of my new book https://youtu.be/OOtQ9djjoFQ 

Spiritual Warfare lesson from 2 Corinthians 10 as Dr. Golphin navigates us through the preparations of battle on a higher plane than our natural minds. Using Paul's analogies, he explores the real weapons of our warfare and makes a call to fight the good fight of Faith. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-golphin/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-golphin/support

I call myself a Holistic Health Coach. I have a multidisciplinary holistic approach. I integrate different aspects of eastern & western health philosophies to achieve optimal health. I have been a health professional since 1996. As with a lot of other health professionals, my passion for health and helping other people stemmed from a myriad of my own health problems that started during my teenage years. After fracturing my lumbar spine, being diagnosed with things like chronic fatigue syndrome and thoracic outlet syndrome, tearing cartilage in both knees and having constant digestive issues, I started questioning conventional health teachings. I deduced early on – We don’t catch these diseases, syndromes and disorders. We create them through not listening to our body and making lifestyle choices that negatively influence our immune system from doing its job. My perception on what constitutes a ‘healthy’ immune system is now totally different to what it used to be. My health experiences influenced my choice of life study and profession. After attaining a degree in Human Movement and Exercise Science and becoming a Personal Trainer, I discovered the teachings of Paul Chek, which have forever changed my perception on how the body works. Using Paul’s teachings and simplifying his approach to a ‘Primal Approach’ I has transformed the health of myself, my family and my clients. Check out my family blog entitled Primal Health to see what using a Primal approach can do for YOU! Let me challenge your conventional ideas on health, and you’ll be experiencing life like never before! You can learn more about Brad at https://www.bradrasmus.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatsyourleap/support

Using Paul's letters to the church of Corinth, Patrick gives us a biblical perspective for how we should navigate our intimate relationships. #JSM #Intimacy #Relationships #SEX #Sexuality #LetsTalkAboutSex #IntimacyandRelationships #onlinesermon #churchonline Stay Connected! Follow us on instagram! @JSMconnection https://www.instagram.com/jsmconnection

Hardships will be an inescapable truth for those who follow Jesus. For it isn't if they come but when! We serve a King who endured a cross and expects us to do the same to follow Him so we can conclude that a life for Christ will be one walked upon a hard road! Using Paul as an example, we dig into discovering how we who are in Christ can learn to glorify Him in the midst of the pain, seeking to move through it and not around it. We also discover the great ache of Paul's heart, and just what that means for those who belong to the Body of Jesus Christ. There will always be struggles in life! But learning that our King loves us enough to not leave us in a weakened state can be the catalyst to finding true joy in the trenches of life

In this week's message, Roxane Lawler concludes our Plan A sermon series looking at the fifth principle: Showing up. This principle states that we must rely on God's activity in the lives of those around us.Using Paul's metaphor of jar of clay in 2 Corinthians 4 Roxane reminds us about our role and God's role the transformation.In the work of evangelism, we are called to allow the power of God in us to refresh those around us and to be the light that others see. Our responsibility is to pray, to respond to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and press-in - or in Plan A language, Show up.And that's Plan A: growing in our relationship with Jesus, knowing others and sowing seeds in conversation, rowing with others, and showing up. Five principles that make evangelism more holistic and simple. Let's participate with God and see what he might do in the lives of those around us.Plan A is a simple set of principles developed by Belinda Lakelin, evangelism consultant for the Baptist Association of NSW & ACT.Is there someone you know who really needs to hear this message? Why not share it with them and see what God does through it. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram or visit our website at gymeabaptist.org.au.We'd love for you join us for church at www.gbconline.org.au at 8:30, 10:30, and 6:00pm (AEST).

This week, Pastor Jermaine continued on with our series “how to follow Jesus into today's world” with the topic of “the cost of Racial Justice”. Using Paul and 1 Corinthians 9: 19-23 as a platform he broke his message down into three parts: The cost The example The moral Jesus speaks about counting the cost of following Him, and Paul labels that cost as: “I have become.” This Greek word for become is ginomai – which means to come into being. We need to become something totally different, a new creation in Jesus. When it comes to racial reconciliation, this means we need to become before we do anything, as doing flows from being and not the other way around. Becoming is more difficult than doing, because doing costs you something but becoming costs you someone. It costs you, you. It costs us our lives. Saying yes is much harder then living yes when it comes to racial reconciliation. We can not become what we want to be, by remaining who we are. A lot of people want change without changing. The world wants butterfly results with caterpillar comfort. We need to ask and answer the question: what does God need to do in us, so that we can be more like Christ in our generation? Becoming is a journey and not a destination. God needs to change us, to make us more like Christ. Seven keys to becoming: Befriend someone of another ethnicity. Intentionally pursue to listen, learn and love them. Spend time with them. Not to change them, but to listen to understand. Find someone of another ethnicity to mentor you or hold you accountable in a certain area, and truly submit them. Most relationships had by a majority culture to minorities are help-based relationships. Read books from authors you wouldn't normally, or those you don't agree with. Introduce your children/family to novels, movies, histories, and heroes of other ethnicities and learn about them together. Learn about Black History. Those who don't know their history, repeat it. Humbly, lovingly and courageously (as the Spirit leads) confront racial prejudice and stereotypes. Believe that as you're being intentional, that it will matter and make a difference. Prayer and fasting. The work of becoming is a spiritual work. We need to fight for commonality even when it goes against our preferences. When we do this, we are signing up to take shots, to be misunderstood, and to be confronted with things you didn't know existed. If we commit to become, we will eventually overcome. The world can not unconditionally love itself, or solve its own problems. The call to come and follow Jesus was a call to become someone. We are the answer, we need one another and we serve the only one who can make us new. We need to not simply complain about what's wrong, but ask God to do a work within us so that we embody what is right.

Anger is a really interesting emotion – it seems to influence and control us, without us even recognizing it!In a recent conversation with a Childcare Mother I asked her how things were going at home (we talk about her children and their issues occasionally); she immediately launched into a tirade, mentioning several of her family members and their flaws!  She didn’t ‘get angry,’ at me, of course – but the moment she started talking the anger exploded within her, and led her into a rant she didn’t plan.Anger does that, doesn’t it?  Not only can it ruin a situation with a loved-one, it can seemingly take control of us, and cause us to act in ways we would never choose on our own. One of the most important abilities you can teach a child, and one of the most powerful and life-changing ability an adult can have, is how to graciously and effectively handle and express their anger!   No matter your looks, or intellect, or abilities or gifts, your uncontrolled anger can mar every aspect of your life! As we consider this truth, you should not be surprised when you discover that God’s Word has a lot to say regarding this powerful emotion, anger.  READ Ephesians 4:26-32 Because the way we deal with anger affects every area of our lives, it is important we consider the spiritual side of our emotions:The practice of our faith is directly impacted by the way we handle our anger.           There is a general understanding that anger is a normal, typical emotion, experienced by everyone.  In the judicial system and in most areas of life this is assumed, and anger control or “anger management” is merely the idea of applying practical steps to help people calm themselves down; things such as counting to 10 before you speak,  or taking a break from a situation when you feel anger building, among other methods are taught.  And, to be honest, these practices help – they’re better than nothing!  However, the Christian, Bible-based position adds another dimension to the understanding of anger.  Instead of a simple emotion, and utilization of practical methods of anger management, Scriptures teach us that our anger: the way we experience and express it, is more than just simple emotion – it is a spiritual issue, too!  If you understand that your anger is affected by your Christian faith, subject to biblical teachings and the work of the Holy Spirit within you, you can gain additional helps in dealing with your anger effectively!  Here are a few of the biblical teachings regarding this incredibly powerful emotion, instilled within us by God in creation: “Be angry, and yet do not sin”; “do not give the Devil an opportunity.”  (vv.26, 27)  In these two verses Paul mentions the connection between anger and sin; he then comments that the Devil can use our anger as an opportunity to lead us into sin and away from God.  Temptations towards violence, sinful action, and unchristian behavior are almost automatic in times of anger!Paul had seen this in his own life, and the lives of others – anger was a primary way by which people would fall into sinful practices!   More than mere emotion, our anger has the ability to touch us in our most inward parts, and affect us in ways that are as profound as any other emotion – including love.  “Let all bitterness and wrath and anger . . . do not grieve the Holy Spirit. .. put away” (vv.29-30) Here Paul mentions several damaging ways anger is expressed, telling us that these actions “grieve” the Holy Spirit.  In other words, God takes our sin seriously, and the sins based in anger seem to be particularly offensive to God!  Perhaps the most insidious part of anger is that it seems completely natural and even “justified.”  Uncontrolled anger is almost ‘normal,’ and we have to be taught, and develop skills, to handle it well. “does not achieve the righteousness of God.” (James 1:20)  This is the big reason – your anger isn’t something God chooses to use – it does not serve the cause of righteousness and God’s Kingdom when we sin in the process - no matter how you rationalize it!  This may be aimed at Christians who claim “righteous anger” in attacking their opponents – be very careful! Your anger, and how you express, is a spiritual issue!  It affects how you live out your faith, and what kind of witness and impact you might have on others. Because of this,  We must deal with our anger from a perspective of faith. Whenever you mentions the words “spiritual” or “faith” people oftentimes have thoughts of ideas that are impractical, or not applicable to normal, everyday life.  When the Bible addresses issues such as anger, though, nothing could be further from the truth!  Here are a few biblical teachings regarding how to deal with the emotion of anger: Handling Anger Deal with anger in a spiritual manner.  (4:30) Paul here mentions the Holy Spirit’s involvement – He is grieved with all our sin, including sin and bad behaviors based in anger.  Using Paul’s mention of the Holy Spirit, we are also to remember what he wrote in his letter to the Galatian church, “The fruit of the Spirit is. . . peace, kindness, kindness, self-control.” (5:22-23)   “Fruits of the Spirit” are the result of our openness and submission to God’s Spirit at work in our lives!  Also, 5 of the 9 characteristics mentioned are directly related to the control of our anger; we can infer from this that the “self-control” that comes from the Holy Spirit’s influence in our lives would greatly apply to the way we tolerate and express our anger, and whether or not we allow it to affect and influence us in any way.    Heed biblical teaching.  (26)  Not only must we not allow our anger to lead us into sin, we must integrate the way we deal with anger into our daily lives.  James’s instruction regarding anger is always appropriate: “Let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger.” (1:19) Simply: Listen to others, and don’t speak before you are sure what you want to say and how you want to say it, and don’t allow the situation to control you. Remember God’s grace (v.30) You are Christian; your sins have been forgiven by God who is gracious and instead of expressing his anger towards our sin with punishment, offered us the grace that saved us.  Your ‘experienced’ faith can instruct you in your relationships with others!         In anger, the desires of our flesh are to attack and hurt and destroy; but Paul says this: “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” The best way you can support our Ministry is by sharing these podcasts with your friends and family.We also need your financial contributions to make our Ministries a possibility. 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Pastor Ryan kicks off a new series about mentoring, and in this message he teaches about the importance of healthy, biblical relationships. Using Paul's relationship with Timothy as a guide, Pastor Ryan shows us how we can begin to foster a dynamic mentor-mentee relationship with certain people God has placed in our lives..

http://www.valuecapturellc.com/he6 Welcome to Episode #6 Habitual Excellence, presented by Value Capture. Today, host Mark Graban is joined by Bill O'Rourke, a former Alcoa vice president who was deeply influenced by our founder (and former Alcoa CEO), the late Paul O'Neill. In the episode, Bill shares his recollections and reflections about Mr. O'Neill joining Alcoa and why he calls him "the most enlightened leader I've ever known." Bill also talks about how he used Mr. O'Neill's "playbook" when he led the Alcoa business in Russia. Bill is the author of the book The Business Ethics Field Guide: The Essential Companion to Leading Your Career and Your Company to Greatness, which has a foreword by Mr. O'Neill, which includes this: “Everything a leader does is examined by the people in the organization. Your people will compare what you do with what you say. What you do defines you and becomes the default standard for your organization.” Click to visit the main Habitual Excellence podcast page.

Do you think that ministers should be better than the ordinary Christian? Is there a set of higher requirements for ministers than for others? Like a lot of other questions arising from the Bible the answer is yes and no.Using Paul’s letter of 1 Timothy, we can learn something very important about both the structure of New Testament ministry and Paul’s expectations of Christian conduct.

May 3, 2019 Using Paul's experience on the Road to Damascus as a starting point, the three ordained DeMott sisters discuss their own faith experiences with thoughts on how those experiences inform their ministry during the pandemic.

Are your training sessions giving the players the best learning? Is your coaching allowing them to become more creative?Paul Kirschner and Carl Hendrick are leading experts in the learning world. In their latest book, How Learning Happens, they introduce us to 28 giants of educational research and their findings on how we learn and what we need to learn effectively, efficiently, and enjoyably.Using Paul and Carl's expertise, we translate their findings into sporting contexts.Here are some of the many areas we cover:The difference between playing and learningHow the coach can intervene in play to enhance learningThe inefficiency of discovery learningWhat's too much coachingHow spaced practice can accelerate learningThe key differences for learning between the classroom and the training groundWhat does "expressing yourself" really mean - and where it can go wrongWhy we might have to suppress fun and playfulness at timesMotivation and success - the mythWhy you should be thinking more about your retrieval practicesWhy schools don't kill creativity and what lessons you can learn from thatTop tips on practice designLearning why what you do works, so can keep doing it, or change to doing something elseHow Learning Happens: Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice is out now (4th March 2020). Click here to order.And as a special offer to our listeners, you get a 20% discount if you apply this code: BSE20Paul A. Kirschner is Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the Open University of the Netherlands as well as Guest Professor at the Thomas More University of Applied Science in Belgium.Carl Hendrick teaches at Wellington College, UK, and holds a PhD in Education from King’s College London.

Lead Pastor Kyle Davies continues our teaching series “Known.” After the conclusion of the hymn, Paul recaps the story of people of Colossae and how Paul has become the gospel’s servant. Using Paul’s line of thought, Kyle recaps how God has worked in and through Generations Church in 2019. Let’s just say some of the […]

Pastor John's sermon, Where Giving Starts, focused on financial stewardship and how we are called to support God's ministry in our community and in the larger world. Using Paul's letter to the Corinthians, he heard how even then giving with a happy heart was an important part of being a member of the family of Christ.

Harry Potter, yoga, meditation, and Dungeons and Dragons—for some Christ-followers, these are fun, entertaining, and healthy activities. Others firmly believe they're a gateway to evil. Which view is correct? Join Rick and Steph as they explore what it means to "open yourself to dark influences." Using Paul's advice to the Corinthian church as a guide, let’s discuss why activities are acceptable to some Christians, but not for others. Have you joined the Pigs? We’re a group of friends ready to go all-in with Jesus—to live a life that’s “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: The Jesus-Centered Bible: https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The God Who Fights for You: How He Shows Up in Your Suffering by Rick Lawrence    https://www.amazon.com/God-Who-Fights-You-Suffering/dp/073697704X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Spiritual Grit: A Journey Into Endurance. Character. Confidence. Hope.       www.mylifetree.com/shop/spiritual-grit/    The Jesus-Centered Journal: https://www.mylifetree.com/?s=jesus-centered+journal&post_type=product&tags=1&limit=20&ixwps=1 The Jesus-Centered Life: The Life You Didn’t Think Was Possible, With the Jesus You Never Knew by Rick Lawrence      www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Photo by Mervyn Chan on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/photos/RFXxBTHze_M

Using Paul’s interaction with Peter and the Gentiles as an example, James teaches on the obligation of Christians to not only rebuke racism in other believers, but also to fight the selfish tendencies in ourselves that can lead to exclusionary behavior.

Using Paul the Apostle and Sir David Attenborough as our teachers, we discuss the defenses Christians have against the dual threats of the cold, hostile world we live in and the hungry wolves that seek to destroy us. We also get compared to large hairy goats... but in a good way.This episode uses YouTube footage of BBC's "Frozen Planet", directed by Ray Dal, produced by Alastair Fothergill, and narrated by Sir David Attenborough. CCBC does not claim ownership of the material, and it is being used for commentary purposes.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUhjl7bFbw4]

Using Paul’s latter to the romans from a secular perspective. Enjoy ! Support this podcast at PayPal.me/gabsmacked

Harry Potter, yoga, meditation, and Dungeons and Dragons—for some Christ-followers, these are fun, entertaining, and healthy activities. Others firmly believe they're a gateway to evil. Which view is correct? Join Rick and co-host Stephanie Hillberry (producer and author) as they explore what it means to "open yourself to dark influences." Using Paul's advice to the Corinthian church as a guide (1 Cor 8), they talk about why activities such as yoga can be acceptable to some Christians, but not for others. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Art of Neighboring by Jay Pathak - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Neighboring-Building-Genuine-Relationships/dp/080101459X The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do The Jesus Interruption by Stephanie Hillberry- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748456-the-jesus-interruption.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes “How’s Your Relationship with Satan?”- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-32-hows-your-relationship-with-satan True Family- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-31-true-family Spotting Supernatural Red Flags- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-spotting-supernatural-red-flags/ What is Supernatural?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-is-supernatural/

In Episode 033, Jack has invited Paul Levin who is an author, speaker, blogger and mentor, and over the last few years, he has taught and enlightened his students with his proven process to help them improve their lives, including being healthy, and pain-free, communicating such that all relationships are perfect, and living from happiness […] The post Episode 033 – How does one turn from Sadness to Inner Peace Using Paul Levin’s Proven Process? appeared first on Cracking the Entrepreneur Code.

Pastor Craig brings an ancient Corinthian principle down to a modern-day lesson we all need to learn from: how to live out our lives as Christians, in particular, as it relates to old church practices and behavior. Using Paul's lesson of eating or abstaining from certain meats that had been sacrificed to idols, as opposed to the sexual promiscuity that goes on around us, we learn that we are bought with a very high price, and we are to live like it.

Excited to have Mark Wilson back on the podcast after a three year hiatus. This time around, we're talking about his new book The Spirit Said Go: Lessons in Guidance from Paul's Journeys (Wipf and Stock, 2017). About the Book:  "God's got a plan for your life" is an aphorism frequently heard by Christians. But how do you discover that plan? The Spirit Said Go is designed to help believers find God's will. Using Paul's journeys in Acts as examples, Wilson discusses twenty lessons on guidance drawn from these journeys. Using his firsthand experience traveling along these routes in the Eastern Mediterranean, he reads between the lines offering additional insights into Luke's account. He also provides important geographical and archaeological information to illustrate Paul's world among the Jews, Greeks, and Romans. Wilson then illustrates each lesson with autobiographical vignettes drawn from his own spiritual pilgrimage of over forty years as a follower of Jesus. Friends and colleagues also share stories of similar experiences of guidance. Each chapter ends with reflection questions that help the reader integrate the lesson into Christian living. The volume offers an inductive Bible study combined with practical, spiritual insights regarding how God guides his people then and now. About the Author:  Mark Wilson is the founder and director of the Asia Minor Research Center in Antalya, Turkey. He currently has academic appointments at Stellenbosch University, the University of South Africa, Ridley College, and Regent University. He is the author of Biblical Turkey (2010) and Victory through the Lamb (2014). Connect with Mark: SevenChurches.org Facebook For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/187.

Using Paul as an example of a successful life. No facades, just honesty and transformation by the Holy Spirit. Our purpose is to exalt God the Father as we assemble together, demonstrating His love to everyone while sharing the Gospel and growing towards maturity in Jesus Christ. eastdeltabc.com Facebook East Delta Baptist Church | Copyright 2018

Using Paul in Acts 22:21-23:11 as an example, Adam Tarnow shows us how to remain calm in crisis. Just like Paul was not caught off guard or surprised, we don’t have to be either. Adam teaches us that truth by giving us three reminders: remind yourself this is not a surprise, remind yourself this is not punishment, and remind yourself of God’s promises.

Using Paul in Acts 22:21-23:11 as an example, Adam Tarnow shows us how to remain calm in crisis. Just like Paul was not caught off guard or surprised, we don’t have to be either. Adam teaches us that truth by giving us three reminders: remind yourself this is not a surprise, remind yourself this is not punishment, and remind yourself of God’s promises.

Using Paul in Acts 22:21-23:11 as an example, Adam Tarnow shows us how to remain calm in crisis. Just like Paul was not caught off guard or surprised, we don’t have to be either. Adam teaches us that truth by giving us three reminders: remind yourself this is not a surprise, remind yourself this is not punishment, and remind yourself of God’s promises.

Using Paul in Acts 22:21-23:11 as an example, Adam Tarnow shows us how to remain calm in crisis. Just like Paul was not caught off guard or surprised, we don’t have to be either. Adam teaches us that truth by giving us three reminders: remind yourself this is not a surprise, remind yourself this is not punishment, and remind yourself of God’s promises.

Using Paul's exhortation to the Corinthians to imitate him as their father in the Gospel, Fr. Andrew expands this outward to discuss the role of spiritual fathers and mothers in our lives.

Using Paul's exhortation to the Corinthians to imitate him as their father in the Gospel, Fr. Andrew expands this outward to discuss the role of spiritual fathers and mothers in our lives.

Using Paul's criticism of those who have a "zeal for God, but not according to knowledge," Fr. Andrew discusses various types of that kind of zeal and addresses where the true zeal for God comes from.

Using Paul's criticism of those who have a "zeal for God, but not according to knowledge," Fr. Andrew discusses various types of that kind of zeal and addresses where the true zeal for God comes from.

Using Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth, Pastor John discusses how conflict in a church family can disrupt it fulfilling its mission as a member of the body of Christ.

Coming off the heels of the presidential election in America, Pastor Eric Ludy examines the historic election—not of presidential canadites but one of the most divisive chapters in Scripture: Romans nine. With candid insight, Pastor Ludy tackles this challenging chapter and explains how God’s election in Scripture is centered upon one crucial subject—and if we get this wrong, we will misinterpret the entire passage. Using Paul’s reasoning and context throughout Romans 3-8, Pastor Ludy explains how we must approach and understand Romans 9. Wherever you side doctrinally, this study in Romans nine, will challenge and encourage you to keep your focus on what’s most important.

Coming off the heels of the presidential election in America, Pastor Eric Ludy examines the historic election—not of presidential canadites but one of the most divisive chapters in Scripture: Romans nine. With candid insight, Pastor Ludy tackles this challenging chapter and explains how God’s election in Scripture is centered upon one crucial subject—and if we get this wrong, we will misinterpret the entire passage. Using Paul’s reasoning and context throughout Romans 3-8, Pastor Ludy explains how we must approach and understand Romans 9. Wherever you side doctrinally, this study in Romans nine, will challenge and encourage you to keep your focus on what’s most important.

Coming off the heels of the presidential election in America, Pastor Eric Ludy examines the historic election—not of presidential canadites but one of the most divisive chapters in Scripture: Romans nine. With candid insight, Pastor Ludy tackles this challenging chapter and explains how God’s election in Scripture is centered upon one crucial subject—and if we get this wrong, we will misinterpret the entire passage. Using Paul’s reasoning and context throughout Romans 3-8, Pastor Ludy explains how we must approach and understand Romans 9. Wherever you side doctrinally, this study in Romans nine, will challenge and encourage you to keep your focus on what’s most important.

You probably know “the money is in the list” – the email list. Notably, your email list. The people to whom you have permission to send marketing emails. Press send. Make money. But how does one get an email list. That's what today's episode is all about. Halloween is behind us, and the Presidential election is on the horizon…which is a great reason to check out my latest YouTube video appropriately titled, Who to Vote For in the Presidential Election. A good reason to spend $5,000. And “How to Get 10,000 Subscribers in 9 Days” (sort of). Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Do you know your spiritual ABC’s? No, it doesn’t mean Always Be Closing. Instead, it’s a way of remembering how to communicate with people in a way that is both meaningful and effective. The Apostle Paul was a master communicator, and in this episode, we’re going to show you how you can use his principles in your business communications – whether you’re speaking to a small staff or a huge stadium. Using Paul’s communication model, you’ll capture people’s attention at a heart-level. They will be ready to receive your message…because people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. Tip Of The Week I promised you a good reason to spend $5,000 and here it is…the new MacBook Pro is out! Why am I so excited about this? Let me count the ways… Touch Bar 2TB SSD Lightning-fast processor Killer graphics A display so amazing it will make you weep And for those of you keeping score, when you add on all the extra goodies… you’re awfully close to $5,000. It’s another good reason to build a profitable online business (as if you needed another reason). Feature Segment: “How to Get 10,000 Subscribers in 9 Days (sort of)” So often, when people tell you how to add large numbers of subscribers to your list, they do so out of theory. We’re actually going to pull back the curtain on a promotion we just conducted, and tell you exactly what we did. I say you can get 10,000 subscribers in 9 days “sort of”. What I mean by “sort of” is  while the promotion lasted 9 days, the preparation time was much longer. The promotion was for our Copywriting Virtual Summit. The summit is a gathering of the greatest minds in copywriting and marketing. Inside this episode, we reveal the details of how we generated those 10,000 subscribers including: The near-magic power of “OPL”. This accelerates list growth like gasoline accelerates a fire. Why a specific kind of mailing means the most. HINT: it’s better to be invited to a party than show up unannounced. How to craft an offer that compels email signups. This is where almost everyone drops the ball. How to make list-growth a self-funding activity. Do this and you won’t need a marketing budget – your marketing pays for itself. We also go the extra mile and reveal what went well, and maybe more importantly, what we could do better next time. This episode is like the Invisible Man… totally transparent! How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

In this third part of our Peacemaking series, Pastor Harry Li speaks of the Christian’s responsibilities of engaging our culture in a way that is winsome for the gospel. Using Paul’s writings in the epistles, principles are established which allow us to be light in a dark world and follow the example of Christ. This message was presented on May 15, 2016 at Mosaic's Little Rock campus.

Using Paul's language in 2 Corinthians about believers being the temple of the living God, Fr. Andrew discusses the popular language of "having Jesus in your heart."

Using Paul's language in 2 Corinthians about believers being the temple of the living God, Fr. Andrew discusses the popular language of "having Jesus in your heart."

Are you a prisoner of your past? Using Paul's clear instructions in Philippians 3, Dr. Ken Thiessen reminds us of the importance of putting our past in perspective and living with an eye to the future.

Ecclesia. In addition to being situated geographically, the Ecclesia were groups of people who were passionate about reaching specific groups of people. Using Paul's words in 1 Cor. 9:19-23, we see how a disciple lives so as to reach pockets of people with the Gospel.

Using Paul's letter to the Ephesians, Howard explains how Roman and Jewish perspectives can be synthesized to understand how we can become a people of God's Spirit.

Sunday, June 21, 2015 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 This Sunday, Pastor Stacey Harris teaches the church how God uses tests and trials to make us depend on his grace. Using Paul as an example, the congregation sees that Paul’s trials may not have been known, but the reason for them were clear: to encourage him to […] The post TNT: Surviving the Blast (Week Three) appeared first on Trinity of Fairview | Fletcher, NC.

Using Paul's interactions with the Athenians in Acts 17 as a guide, Chad walks us through what it looks like to confront idolatry-- in our lives and in the lives of others. When we see the glory of God going to someone or something else, we are compelled to speak out with the gospel, and the gospel always begins with God, the only one who deserves our worship.

Many people imagine that Christianity is about what they do – being good, making amends for their transgressions, pleasing God, winning his acceptance. By contrast, the Christian faith is not ‘what I do’ but ‘what is done’. Using Paul’s testimony in Philippians 3, Jonathan introduces these two ways of living, and explains the heart of what it means to live in union with Jesus Christ.

In this continuation of the Bible on Business series, Tatum walks through Acts 16:6–10 to illustrate how critical it is for Christian entrepreneurs to embrace mobility and flexibility when building a business God's way. Using Paul's second missionary journey as a framework, this episode explores what it looks like to make strategic plans while remaining fully open to divine redirection.If you're someone who knows you're called but keeps facing closed doors, delays, or redirections that don't make sense, this message is for you. Tatum speaks to the emotional and spiritual tension of following God with excellence while trusting Him to guide every step—even when plans change.She also shares a personal story about obeying the Holy Spirit with no confirmation and how that decision ultimately protected her and her family. This episode will shift your mindset around delays, reframe how you view closed doors, and help you move forward with peace and confidence.Key TakeawaysA closed door is not failure—it can be divine redirection.The Holy Spirit often leads us as we move, not before.Flexibility and mobility are vital for kingdom entrepreneurs.Being spiritual is not the same as being Spirit-led.Obedience does not always come with external confirmation.The people God is calling you to serve are already prepared to receive you.Scripture FocusActs 16:6–10 (ESV and The Message)Proverbs 16:9Romans 8:14Galatians 5:25This Episode is For You If:You are clear about your calling but uncertain about next steps.You've experienced unexpected closed doors and felt discouraged.You struggle to distinguish between faith and fear in business decisions.You are tired of waiting for external confirmation before obeying God.You want to operate in peace rather than anxiety as you build your business.Topics CoveredStrategic planning vs. spiritual discernmentWhat to do when you face delays, pivots, or redirectionsThe importance of maintaining spiritual rhythm in businessHow over-attachment to your vision can block divine movementThe role of fear and anxiety in clouding discernmentHow obedience leads to favor and alignment with your ideal clientsOur Sponsors:* Check out Effecty and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.effecty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BLESSED* Check out Netsuite: https://netsuite.com/BLESSED* Check out Revolve: https://revolve.com/BLESSEDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy