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Most of what Christians picture when they hear "angel" came from medieval art and Vacation Bible School, not from the biblical text. Dr. Joel Muddamalle worked alongside Michael Heiser at Logos Bible Software and became a friend and protégé. In this conversation he walks through what Heiser argued about the unseen realm, where he thinks Heiser pushed the church in the right direction, and where he'd refine him. READ: The Unseen Battle, by Joel Muddamalle: (https://amzn.to/4xyQnM9) CHECK OUT: Logos Bible 60 Day Free Trial (https://logos.com/mcdowell) CHECK OUT: Consider Supporting the Ministry! (https://seanmcdowell.org/give) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [smdcertdisc] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org 0:00 — Intro 2:35 — Working with Michael Heiser 4:34 — The traditional picture, and where it came from 9:54 — Cherubim, seraphim, archangels, sons of God 14:06 — "Angel" as a job description 15:05 — The divine council and the hasatan 19:07 — Where Heiser was right, and where Joel would refine him 29:50 — The traditional picture of demons 31:55 — Deuteronomy 32 and the gods of the nations 39:38 — Genesis 6 and the Nephilim 45:22 — Why "unclean spirits" meant something specific 48:26 — The three rebellions 52:42 — Azazel and the scapegoat 1:00:06 — Jesus in the wilderness 1:04:51 — Where Satan fits 1:13:24 — The angel of the Lord as pre-incarnate Christ 1:16:14 — What this changes for the church Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

For millions of vulnerable children around the world, a pair of shoes can mean far more than having something new to wear. It can mean the difference between going to school and staying home, between greater protection from disease and continued exposure, and even between feeling forgotten and knowing someone cares.That's why FaithFi is partnering with Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls throughout September, a ministry of Buckner International, to help provide new shoes and socks to children in need around the world.Shawn Spurrier, Director of Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls, joined the show today to explain why something as ordinary as a pair of shoes can have such an extraordinary impact.Removing a Barrier to EducationFor most families in the United States, buying shoes is simply part of getting children ready for school. But in many parts of the world, adequate footwear is required to attend class.According to Spurrier, an estimated 300 million children worldwide lack access to adequate footwear, and tens of millions may miss school as a result. In many countries, children cannot attend school without shoes.That makes a pair of shoes more than a practical gift. It can help remove a barrier to education and give a child greater opportunity to rise above poverty.Shoes also provide important protection from cuts, injuries, parasites, and footborne diseases. For children living in vulnerable communities, those protections can make a meaningful difference in their health and daily lives.Health, Dignity, and the Love of ChristThe impact goes beyond education and physical health.When children receive new shoes, they may also gain a greater sense of dignity and confidence. Proper footwear can help reduce some of the social stigma children experience because of poverty or illness.Most importantly, Buckner sees every pair of shoes as an opportunity to communicate Christ's love.Since 1999, Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls has collected and distributed approximately 5.25 million pairs of shoes in 86 countries. Today, Buckner maintains programming in the United States and several countries throughout Latin America and Africa, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Kenya, and Ethiopia.A pair of shoes may seem like a small piece of a much larger effort to strengthen vulnerable families. But small acts of generosity can open doors to deeper relationships and lasting transformation.When a Pair of Shoes Says, “You Are Not Forgotten”Spurrier shared the story of a young girl named Romina, whom Buckner served near Oaxaca, Mexico.Romina was about six years old when she attended a shoe distribution at one of Buckner's Family Hope Centers. During the distribution, volunteers washed her feet, talked with her, and reminded her that God loved her and cared for her.As Romina received her new shoes, she began to cry.At first, Spurrier wondered if something was wrong. But a Buckner family coach explained that Romina was simply overwhelmed that someone had thought enough of her to give her a new pair of shoes.The story didn't end with the distribution.Romina's family became connected with the local Family Hope Center and embraced the support offered there. Over time, their circumstances changed. Romina, once shy and anxious, became a leader in her after-school programs, reaching out to children who felt excluded and even praying with other students. Her family eventually reached greater economic and spiritual stability and began volunteering with Buckner to encourage other families.It's a reminder that we rarely know how God may use a simple act of generosity.A pair of shoes met an immediate physical need. But it also helped communicate something deeper: You are seen. You are loved. You have not been forgotten.More Than a One-Time GiftBuckner's ministry doesn't simply distribute shoes and leave.In many of the communities where it serves, Buckner operates Family Hope Centers that provide ongoing, Christ-centered support designed to help families move toward greater stability. The ministry also works alongside local churches and trusted community partners to connect families with resources and relationships that extend beyond the initial shoe distribution.Each pair of shoes also includes an encouraging message reminding the child of God's love. In some communities, distributions are accompanied by Scripture, Bibles, Vacation Bible School programs, and opportunities for children and families to hear the gospel.That long-term approach matters.Meeting a practical need can become the beginning of a relationship. And as children and families experience both tangible care and spiritual encouragement, the impact can spread throughout an entire community.A Simple Way to Make a DifferenceThroughout September, FaithFi and Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls have set a goal of providing shoes for 1,000 children worldwide.Every $15 provides a child with a new pair of shoes and socks and helps cover the cost of getting them where they are needed. A gift of $150 can provide shoes and socks for 10 children.It's a simple gift, but its impact can reach much further.A pair of shoes can help a child walk into a classroom. It can protect against injury and disease. It can restore dignity and confidence. And through Buckner's ministry, it can become a tangible expression of the love of Jesus Christ.If you'd like to join FaithFi and Buckner in reaching 1,000 children this September, visit GiveShoesToday.org.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:My pension ends when I die, and I want to protect my wife and special-needs son. I already have a special needs trust for my son and am considering about $1 million of term life insurance, possibly using a laddered strategy so coverage decreases over time. Does that make sense, and how should I balance life insurance with investing for their future?I'll reach full Social Security retirement age next June and plan to keep working, earning about $60,000 a year. If I start Social Security at full retirement age, can I continue working and receive my full benefit without an earnings limit?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Buckner Shoes for Orphan SoulsFaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough? Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob WestWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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Luke 8:4-15 This series ties into this year's Vacation Bible School. This week will be trying to unravel the mystery in the Parable of the Sower.

Matthew 25:14-29 This series ties into this year's Vacation Bible School. This week we will be trying to unravel the mystery in the Parable of the Talents.

Luke 10:25-37 This series ties into this year's Vacation Bible School. This week will be trying to unravel the mystery in the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

Straight Bible continues the Sermon on the Mount series with a special hybrid episode featuring Zack Killey of The Berean Files. The conversation begins with Matthew 6:19–24 as the intended Biblical framework and briefly raises the subject of the evil eye, but quickly develops into a much wider discussion about Christian discipleship, the modern church system, house churches, spiritual discernment, prayer, miracles, and what it actually means to follow Jesus.Zack shares his personal Christian testimony, including growing up in church, falling into a destructive lifestyle, touring in a rock band, and experiencing a vivid dream involving Tiamat that ultimately pushed him back toward Scripture and ministry. That journey leads into Revelation 17–19, Babylon, the command to “come out of her,” and Zack's eventual decision to enter church ministry.From there, the conversation examines the American church growth model, 501(c)(3) church culture, mega churches, youth ministry, Vacation Bible School, church membership, pastoral leadership, and whether the modern Sunday-centered model actually resembles the church described in Scripture. Zack, Raven, Top, and Matt discuss house churches, shared leadership, spiritual gifts, the Great Commission, relational discipleship, and why Christian ministry should extend far beyond a weekly church service.The episode also explores church hurt, religious systems, interacting with unbelievers, “people of peace,” the way Jesus ministered among sinners, authentic preaching, the Holy Spirit, and the role of prayer. Zack recounts a dramatic story involving his friend Tony's heart failure and unexpected recovery, leading into a larger discussion about medical diagnoses, faith, spoken words, and a story previously shared by Dr. Jerry Marzinsky.The final portion moves into horror movies, paranormal experiences, spiritual discernment, haunted houses, identity, LARP culture, and what it means for every Christian to live as a witness and part of a royal priesthood of believers.What do you believe the Biblical church should actually look like? Let us know in the comments.► Subscribe for more Biblical analysis, Christian worldview discussions, and conspiracy research through a Biblical lens.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available.The Berean Files — Zack KilleyYouTube: youtube.com/@thebereanfilesInstagram: instagram.com/bereanfilesApple Podcasts: The Berean Files on Apple PodcastsSpreaker: The Berean Files on Spreaker00:00 Intro & Studio Audio Issues04:59 Sermon on the Mount Episode 2205:44 Zack Killey's Christian Background10:00 College Rebellion, Rock Band & Rock Bottom14:04 House Fire and a Life Reset16:44 The Dream That Changed Zack's Direction20:39 Tiamat, Babylon & a Call to Tell People About Jesus22:24 Revelation, Babylon & “Come Out of Her”29:49 Entering Church Ministry32:44 The Church Growth Model & 501(c)(3) Concerns40:11 Youth Ministry, VBS & Spiritual Maturity50:39 Mega Churches, Small Churches & the Future58:47 House Churches & Shared Spiritual Gifts67:29 The Evil Eye Is Raised73:09 Church Hurt & Idolizing Christian Leaders76:23 Church Politics and Personal Burnout84:10 Generosity, Small Groups & Home Discipleship87:51 The Great Commission and Everyday Mission90:01 House Churches vs American Church Culture94:54 What Biblical Discipleship Actually Requires95:52 Conspiracy Camp & Training Home Bible Studies100:40 People of Peace, Nonbelievers & Evangelism105:34 Jesus Among Sinners & the “Pastor Voice”111:38 Finney, Prayer & the Holy Spirit in Preaching113:06 A Miracle Story About Tony's Heart Failure121:36 Jerry Marzinsky, Diagnoses & Spiritual Agreement125:42 Horror Movies, Fear & Spiritual Discernment130:00 Haunted Houses, LARP Culture & Identity140:40 What Does It Mean to “Witness”?141:42 Ministry, Saints & the Royal Priesthood145:53 Zack Killey & The Berean FilesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

For most GenXers, going to the beach in the 70s and 80s meant jumping waves, building sandcastles, and getting sun poisoning so bad you and your siblings would take turns peeling each other's skin off. For Heidi K. Brown, it was her job to put a stop to all that beach fun. Her summers were spent pounding the hot sand passing out flyers trying to convince parents to hand their kids over to her parents' Vacation Bible School. Bitchin' summer? NOT! In this episode, Eileen talks with Heidi about her memoir THE MAP I DRAW, the path that led her from law and legal writing into travel memoir, and how Rome became a turning point in her life. They dig into family, faith, fear, rebellion, and the idea of “aging powerfully” instead of quietly accepting limits.Heidi shares how travel became a form of healing from some of the dysfunction she carried from her conservative fundamentalist Gen X childhood, how she built a writing practice around journals and Morning Pages, and why she sees memoir as both storytelling and self-advocacy.Heidi is a Law Professor and Associate Dean for Upper Level Writing at New York Law School. She earned her master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania in 2021. She crafted a life of flourishing through teaching, writing, boxing, jumping up and down at U2 concerts, studying Italian, and traveling the world solo. You can find out more about Heidi at:https://www.heidikristinbrown.com/Follow Heidi Here IG: https://www.instagram.com/introvertedlawyerIG: https://www.instagram.com/heidiographia/ Substack: https://heidiography.substack.com/For information about Heidi's books and speaking engagements please email her at: heidi@theintrovertedlawyer.com.  Support the showStrangers With Kittens is a podcast created by Eileen Kelly and Produced by Ashley Aker. Original music composed and performed by Chris Hajian. You can listen to full podcast episodes on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and Apple Podcasts. Follow Strangers With Kittens On Social Media Facebook InstagramTikTokYouTubeKeep The Conversation Going https://www.strangerswithkittens.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jon Pratt and Greg Deckert, friends for over 50 years, as they take us back to Owatonna, Minnesota, where two faculty families arrived at Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, and their sons met at Vacation Bible School.Jon and Greg share the fruit of a friendship that ran through the same schools from grade school through Pillsbury, and into an apartment they shared during Jon's first year of seminary and Greg's first year of law school. We talk about accountability that was never scheduled and how the friendship held together through a move to Dallas in the years before email.Books mentioned in this episode:A Light on the Hill by Caleb Morell (Crossway, 2025)The Meaning of Your Life by Arthur C. Brooks (Penguin, 2026)The Desecration of Man by Carl R. Trueman (Sentinel, 2026)Not Old, Not Young, Not Done by Christopher Ash (The Good Book Company, 2025)

What does it mean to care for the whole person — mind, body, and soul? In this episode, we explore the connection between mental health and spiritual growth with Lacy Apfelbeck of Edge of the Red Sea Ministries. We'll talk about emotional wounds, healing, anxiety, habits, and how understanding ourselves more deeply can help us grow in virtue and closer to God. Then, we'll turn to the next generation with Jena Kolles, who shares how Vacation Bible School helps children encounter Christ, build lasting faith memories, and grow within the life of the Church. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

What does ministry look like just across the border? In this special interview, Jonathan and Brandon sit down with Jerry Vincent, Pastor of College Baptist Church in Big Spring, to talk about his recent mission trip to Saskatchewan, Canada.Jerry shares stories from an incredible week of ministry alongside churches across the province, including opportunities to preach the Word, lead Vacation Bible School, serve through community projects, and encourage local congregations. The conversation also includes a unique behind-the-scenes look at meeting with government leaders inside the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly, providing a fascinating glimpse into how God is opening doors for gospel conversations in unexpected places.Throughout the episode, they why Canada remains a strategic mission field, the importance of partnering with churches to strengthen gospel ministry, and how God is at work in ways many believers in the United States may never realize.Whether you're considering going on a future mission trip, curious about ministry in Canada, or simply love hearing stories of God at work, this conversation will encourage and challenge you to think beyond your own community and embrace the Great Commission wherever God calls.Join us as we celebrate what God is doing north of the border—and discover why the mission field might be a whole lot closer than you think.

In this episode from the "Hero Makers" series, Pastor Dan celebrates recent community outreach—Vacation Bible School, a Back to School Bash, and more—and explains how the church is called to be a means of Gods grace by serving others. Using Luke 10 (the sending of the 72), he urges believers to go "two by two," offer the peace of Christ, form small discipleship bands, and become catalysts for change rather than mere consumers. The message emphasizes practical discipleship: anchor yourself in Christ, pour grace through your life, and move confidently into the places God has appointed you to serve.

Happy Friday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today, on our last night of VBS, we talk about Dr. Aimee's advice to us about shifting the way we speak to ourselves and learning to stay in the present moment. Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Thursday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today we talk about Dr. Aimee's advising us to notice adrenaline spikes so that we can match our activity levels to our stress responses.  She also reminds us that we need to pay attention to the somatic messages we receive, and to allow our bodies to complete startle and stress responses. Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Wednesday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma".  Today we talk about Dr. Aimee's reports on dietary changes and hydration as important factors in regulating our bodies.Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

Happy Tuesday! Dr. Mo opens the doors of the church this week for the summer series VBS! This time, VBS is not for Vacation Bible School, rather it stands for "Valiantly Becoming Self"Dr. Mo expounds on how we have the opportunity to know the Power of Resurrection as we think about the expansion phase in Dr. Aimee's work in "The Biology of Trauma". Tune in to this episode as Dr. Mo will give tips on how to continue to practice living in expansion and toward expansion. We have to think about it as practicing a new instrument. We have to practice our new skills and insights when we reach the expansion phase, as we practice "rising to life". We can KNOW the power of Resurrection. Information for Dr. Mohttps://www.drmoniquesmithgadson.com/Link to order “Finding Hope in A Dark Place”:https://lexhampress.com/search?query=Finding%20Hope%20in%20a%20Dark%20Place%3A%20Facing%20Loneliness%2C%20Depression%2C%20and%20Anxiety%20with%20the%20Power%20of%20Grace&sortBy=Relevance&limit=30&page=1&ownership=all&geographicAvailability=allhttps://www.amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Dark-Place-Loneliness/dp/1683596358/ref=rvi_sccl_7/138-1785751-1148333?pd_rd_w=decCb&content-id=amzn1.sym.f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_p=f5690a4d-f2bb-45d9-9d1b-736fee412437&pf_rd_r=GMEBCA5ZB54MM98HHN5F&pd_rd_wg=pwctW&pd_rd_r=0cf054c6-aedd-427d-ac2a-563757407228&pd_rd_i=1683596358&psc=1Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson?igshid=1bmt2hei1j6i8Support And The Church Said:Cash App:  https://cash.app/$andthechurchsaid

What can one missionary's faithfulness set in motion across languages, students, families, and generations? In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards remembers his friend Dr. Wes Collins and reflects on the extraordinary legacy Wes and his wife, Nancy, built through missions, Bible translation, education, and service among the Mam people of Guatemala. As a missionary connected with Wycliffe, Wes helped restore a written form of the Mam language and worked to translate the New Testament so that indigenous families could read Scripture in their own language. His ministry helped people reclaim a sense of dignity, identity, and the assurance that God loved them and valued the language He had given them. Wes also opened the door for Doug and generations of students to experience cross-cultural ministry firsthand. Over five years and six trips to Guatemala, students participated in construction projects, Vacation Bible School, medical outreach, and ministry among Mam families in the mountains. They also visited the Guatemala City dump, where thousands of people lived in extreme poverty—an experience that profoundly changed how many students understood faith, service, gratitude, and the world around them. In this episode, Doug reflects on: • The missionary legacy of Dr. Wes Collins • Bible translation and the importance of indigenous languages • How student mission trips can permanently change young lives • Serving the Mam people of Guatemala • Construction, children's ministry, and medical missions • What students learned from witnessing extreme poverty • The importance of trusted missionaries and responsible trip leadership • How one faithful life can influence people for generations This episode is for youth pastors, student ministry volunteers, parents, missionaries, teachers, and anyone who believes young people should experience a faith that moves beyond words and into service. Wes Collins' influence did not end with one translation, one class, one mission trip, or even one lifetime. It continues through the people he taught, the communities he served, the students he inspired, and the leaders who are still carrying that mission forward. Thank you, Wes and Nancy, for your faithfulness, sacrifice, hospitality, and commitment to helping others know that their language, culture, lives, and stories matter to God. Share this episode with a youth pastor, missionary, parent, or student who needs to be reminded that one faithful life can change generations. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Gabe McGinness, our Student Ministries Director, shares a message covering Psalm 23, a beloved psalm attributed to King David. This leads in to our Vacation Bible School theme for this year. Through this message, we reflect on the promises of this psalm.

This week's episode is kind of all over the place. Krissy Bakke the hippie Chrisitan is on overload. From work to nighttime VBS short for Vacation Bible School. She is beat, but has some great stuff to share. From 1 Peter 1 good stuff on "being Holy" to pondering what would church be like if we had a format similar to VBS. It's a bit all over the place, but it's worth the listen.

Pastor Fernando Gonzalez, Gabby Romero, and Brianna Arevalo join in discussing this year's upcoming Vacation Bible School.

This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss sharing the gospel on an airplane, a VBS that went awry, and the latest book providing scriptural evidence that Trump is set apart by God. You'll also hear about the worst places to share the gospel, our weird experiences with Vacation Bible School, and so much more! MENTIONSThe Most Beautiful Fish: Rainbow Parrot Fish Worst Place to Share the Gospel? Learn more hereVBS Goes Awry: Proceed with CautionBook Rec: God's Big Picture Bible Storybook by NT Wright Relevant Past Episodes: The NOs of VBS | The Spicy NOs of VBSFake Scriptural Evidence Book: Amazon | Instagram The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I've Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailA missionary story that doesn't start with a pulpit, a seminary track, or a flawless “calling” moment can be the one that hits closest to home. I sit down with Grayson, who went back to school as an adult, found his faith sharpened through Christian education, and eventually said yes to serving in China. What follows is a vivid look at missionary life where the government is watching, gathering is complicated, and the gospel still moves from person to person with surprising speed.We talk about house church reality in China, government-sanctioned churches, and what happens when certain topics are treated as dangerous. Grayson shares the joy of seeing students come to Christ, including a week when 120 people were coming through their home for Bible study, and the long, patient conversations it can take for faith to take root. Then he tells a moment I won't forget: a new believer insists baptism should happen in a river, so they ride bicycles for almost two hours to make it happen, read Scripture on the riverbank, and decide “now is the proper time.”The conversation turns honest about the cost too: a student who may have turned them in, police interrupting worship, and IDs being recorded. And yet even that story bends toward redemption. We also compare spiritual hunger abroad with the spiritual numbness that can grow in American comfort, and why recovering awe for God matters more than winning arguments. Grayson even lays out a simple, clear gospel summary he shared with kids at Vacation Bible School.If you want to follow or support Grayson's work, check out globaloutreach.org (account 3086) and OrmanFamilyThailand.com. Subscribe, share, and leave a review, and tell me this: where might God be inviting you to take your next step of faith?Support the showThank you for listening! Please help us by sharing this podcast with your friends and telling someone about what Jesus has done for you. If you would like to share your story, visit our website https://thepromoter.org/

How many of you still remember a song from Vacation Bible School? Maybe you remember the motions. Maybe you remember a memory verse. Maybe you remember the cookies, the crafts, or the awkward skits. But for many people, VBS became much more than a childhood memory. For some, it was the first time they…

Come see us live in Washington, DC on August 14th!: https://www.atlasarts.org/events/god-awful-movies/In this week's episode, a bible school takes a vacation from sanity, the US women's team looks primed to win the World Cup again, and Christians will find yet new lands to colonize.---To make a per episode donation at Patreon.com, click here: http://www.patreon.com/ScathingAtheistTo buy our book, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Outbreak-Crisis-Religion-Ruined-Pandemic/dp/B08L2HSVS8/If you see a news story you think we might be interested in, you can send it here: scathingnews@gmail.comTo check out our sister show, The Skepticrat, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/the-skepticratTo check out our sister show's hot friend, God Awful Movies, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-moviesTo check out our half-sister show, Citation Needed, click here: http://citationpod.com/To check out our sister show's sister show, D and D minus, click here: https://danddminus.libsyn.com/Report instances of harassment or abuse connected to this show to the Creator Accountability Network here: https://creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org/---Appearance Notes:Get tickets to see Noah in Cincinnati: https://www.sethandrews.com/cincinnatiLearn more about the Ark Park protest here: https://www.facebook.com/events/ark-encounter/10th-anniversary-ark-encounter-protest/1591721388785519/Get your tickets to BAHACon here: https://bahacon.com/---Headlines:Viral video shows mock execution at Vacation Bible School: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/viral-video-shows-church-stagingVatican excommunicates all members of ultra-conservative rebel group SSPX: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/02/vatican-excommunicates-all-members-of-ultra-conservative-rebels-sspxStephen Miller is pretty sure that Trump was sent by God: https://www.thedailybeast.com/stephen-miller-makes-bonkers-claim-about-divine-president/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/we-dug-up-stephen-millers-dubious-dating-advice-and-relationship-experts-say-its-telling-g_l_6a451831e4b07b95cff31d69Ken Ham big mad newspaper didn't pretend his bullshit was science: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/ken-ham-is-furious-that-a-reporterChristians think there are abortion pills in the drinking water: https://washingtonstand.com/article/pressure-mounts-on-epa-to-test-drinking-water-for-traces-of-abortion-pill---This Week in Misogyny:Manosphere getting worse on college campuses: https://19thnews.org/2026/07/manosphere-misogyny-infiltrates-college-campus/Australia set to be first nation to eliminate cervical cancer… if antivax idiots don't fuck it up: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2025/11/20/australia-on-track-to-eliminating-cervical-cancer.htmlCatholics sell hospital, reproductive care immediately reintroduced: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-catholic-hospital-was-sold-reproductive

Today's episode of Ask The Pastor features Pastors Mike Clement, Pastor David Clement, and special guest Evangelist Bill Smith. Do you have questions about life? About your Christian walk? About Christianity in general? Ask The Pastor features local pastors in Scottsbluff, NE who are willing and ready to answer your questions. You get to determine the focus of Ask The Pastor, airing weekdays at 9:00am on Hope Radio 97.1FM and anytime in your podcast feed! Submit your questions on our website: https://www.kcmifm.com/contact Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm

Trump's financial disclosures reveal windfall for the president. Trump responds to reports he's considering resuming all-out war with Iran amid denuclearization talks. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup update. Hottest temperatures in over a decade threatened in parts of eastern US as dangerous heat dome expands and intensifies. USA takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup Round of 32. A Lexington pastor is defending a graphic Vacation Bible School skit that went viral over the weekend, depicting the firing squad execution of "the devil." 

Unsinkable Speaker: Michael Shockley, ReCreate Church Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33 Episode Summary Fresh off Vacation Bible School week, Pastor Michael uses the scientific principle of buoyancy to explore what happens when life pulls us under. Through the story of Peter walking on water - and beginning to sink - we discover that Jesus doesn't wait for us to have it together before reaching out His hand. When we're sinking, all we need are three words: "Lord, save me!" Key Points - The Disciples were in a storm because they obeyed Jesus - the presence of a storm doesn't mean the absence of God - Peter is the only person besides Jesus to ever walk on water, but fear shifted his focus from Christ to chaos - Fear doesn't drown us all at once - it steals our focus one wave and one "what if" at a time - Jesus reached out immediately when Peter cried out - not after Peter proved himself worthy - Jesus never asked us to save ourselves. He asked us to trust Him. Main Takeaway Jesus saves sinking people. Not the ones who have it all figured out. Not the ones whose faith never wavers. People whose faith is struggling, who are exhausted, who don't know what to do next. When you're sinking, don't wait for the right words or the right moment - cry out: "Lord, save me!" Memorable Quotes - "Jesus saves sinking people." - "The presence of a storm doesn't mean the absence of God. Just because the wind is against you doesn't mean God Is against you." - "If Jesus calls you, He'll carry you. If He commands you, He'll keep you." - "Fear doesn't have to drown you all at once. It just has to steal your focus. One wave at a time. One 'what if' at a time." - "We spend so much of our lives trying harder, working harder, holding on tighter. But eventually it all runs out. And we learn the truth - Jesus never asked us to save ourselves." - "When my heart changed, my situation changed." Reflection Question Are you trying to save yourself before crying out to Jesus? What would it look like to stop waiting and simply say, "Lord, save me"? Tune in to hear Pastor Michael's vulnerable account of a year of chest pains, muscle spasms, and a left eyelid impersonating a grasshopper - and how crying out to Jesus changed everything. Connect & Give Learn more about ReCreate Church at www.recreatechurch.org Give online easily and securely through Tithe.ly

Send us Fan MailRomans 8:18–30: Suffering, Creation's Groaning, the Spirit's Help, and Predestination Ken Corkins and pastor Rock Ellison record season 18, episode 18 of Pondering the Bible after Vacation Bible School and continue their study of Romans, reading and discussing Romans 8:18–30 (RSV). They explain Paul's teaching that present suffering is not comparable to future glory, using childbirth as an illustration, and connect human struggle with sin to the promise of renewed bodies. They discuss how the fall affected all creation, which now “groans” for renewal, citing Revelation's new heaven and new earth and supporting the idea with 2 Peter 3:13 and Jeremiah 12. They clarify hope as patience in what is unseen, and explain the Spirit's intercession in prayer, rejecting claims that speaking in tongues is required for salvation. They interpret Romans 8:28 as God bringing good from suffering for those called to His purpose, then address foreknowledge and predestination, contrasting Calvinism and Arminianism and arguing the terms imply God's prior knowledge rather than coercion. They plan to finish Romans 8:31–39 next week. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:34 Romans 8 Reading 02:57 Suffering and Glory 06:05 Creation Awaits Renewal 09:36 Groaning for Redemption 12:15 Saved by Hope 15:05 Spirit Helps Our Prayers 19:45 All Things for Good 23:04 Predestination Debate 29:08 Wrap Up and Next WeekNEW!: Rate us at Podchaser  Find us at www.pondergmc.org. Feedback is welcome: PonderMethodist@gmail.com Music performed by the Ponder GMC worship team.Cover Art: Joe WagnerRecorded, edited and mixed by Snikrock 

Vacation Bible School has introduced countless children to Jesus,and its impact can last a lifetime. In this special episode, Stu Epperson is joined by his daughter, Hope, who shares firsthand stories from serving at VBS, where children are learning about God's love, hearing the gospel, and asking life-changing questions about faith. They discuss why VBS remains one of the church's most effective outreach ministries, how it plants seeds that can transform entire families, and why every believer should be praying for the children, volunteers, and churches serving this summer. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, volunteer, or simply looking for encouragement, this conversation is a powerful reminder that God is still changing lives through Vacation Bible School.

Looking back at our Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger conclude a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be's' for Children & Adults.” In this fourth episode, be right. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul's First Missionary Journey Be Ready: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey Be Busy: Paul’s Third Missionary Journey

On this episode of Truth Talk Live, Dwayne Carson celebrates the impact of Vacation Bible School and invites listeners to share their favorite VBS memories. From childhood crafts and Scripture memorization to life-changing gospel presentations, pastors and volunteers from across the country share how God is using VBS to reach children, strengthen churches, and transform communities. Hear inspiring stories of salvations, dedicated volunteers, and the lasting influence of teaching God's Word to the next generation. Whether you're helping lead a VBS this summer or looking back on fond memories, this conversation highlights why Vacation Bible School remains one of the most effective tools for sharing the gospel.

12:00 noon Mass (Fifth, and last, Day of Vacation Bible School)

In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger continue a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be's' for Children & Adults.” In this third episode, be busy. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul's First Missionary Journey Be Ready: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey

Vacation Bible School season is here, and churches everywhere are preparing decorations, snacks, crafts, lessons, games, registrations, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with welcoming children for a week of gospel-centered ministry.But before VBS begins, there is one important question every church should ask:Is our VBS accessible for every family God has already placed in our care?Show notes at KeyMinistry.org

8:00 am Mass (Fourth Day of Vacation Bible School)

8:00 am Mass (Third Day of Vacation Bible School)

8:00 am Mass Second day of Vacation Bible School. 

As we got ready to kick off our Vacation Bible School this year, Chris shares a message about the importance of wanting our Kids to love God, Love others, and love their church!

Send us Fan MailRomans 8:1–17: No Condemnation, Life in the Spirit, and Adoption as God's Children Ken Corkins and pastor Rocky Ellison discuss Romans 8:1–17 (RSV) on “Pondering the Bible,” focusing on Paul's shift from despair in Romans 7 to assurance that there is “no condemnation” for those in Christ, especially in the end-time judgment. They explain that believers are judged by what Jesus has done, not by the law weakened by the flesh, and emphasize the role of the indwelling Holy Spirit as evidence of belonging to Christ. They interpret “living by the Spirit” as being troubled by sin and pursuing sanctification, and they discuss verses 9–11 as pointing to the Trinity. Using an ancient slavery-and-redemption analogy, they describe Jesus as redeemer and conclude with believers' adoption as God's children and heirs with Christ; they recommend the NLT for clarity and note a week off for Vacation Bible School before finishing Romans 8. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:21 Romans 8 Reading 03:22 No Condemnation Explained 06:04 Judged by Different Rules 08:45 Flesh vs Spirit Mindset 09:18 Do You Have the Spirit 13:02 Trinity in You 16:04 Debtors and Redeemer 20:05 Adoption and Heirs 23:03 Wrap Up and Next WeekNEW!: Rate us at Podchaser  Find us at www.pondergmc.org. Feedback is welcome: PonderMethodist@gmail.com Music performed by the Ponder GMC worship team.Cover Art: Joe WagnerRecorded, edited and mixed by Snikrock 

Diligent Teacher with Lisa Earl A Bible podcast for ladies Ep310 - Vacation Bible School Reminders

On an ordinary summer afternoon in 1993, twelve-year-old Sara Anne Wood rode her turquoise bicycle home from Vacation Bible School and vanished without a trace. What followed uncovered a serial predator, a hidden dungeon beneath a house, and a decades-long game of deception played by a killer who still refuses to reveal where Sara rests. But this isn't just the story of a monster... it's the story of a family that turned unimaginable tragedy into a mission that has helped bring thousands of missing children home. HAH DISCORD - https://discord.com/invite/bJdbpH3hQm   YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/@HauntedAmericanHistory   TikTok - @hah_podcast   hauntedamericanhistory.com   Patreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGH   Barnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334       AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68S       EbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1   KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_ SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !!   APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090   SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQ   YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcast   www.disturbmepodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger continue a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be’s’ for Children & Adults.” In this second episode, be ready. PREVIOUSLY IN THIS SERIES: Be Brave: Paul’s First Missionary Journey

Send us Fan MailJoin us this week as Jeremy, Kathy Brotherton, and new VBS Director Dannysha Russell discuss the importance of VBS and its impact on the hearts of those who participate.

The summer season is completely different from the other seasons of the year. At times, it seems summer slows life down, so you can breathe, take some personal time, and renew yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. At the same time, summer can be very busy, filled with extra activities, days of travel, and perhaps even many different experiences. Parents with kids at home still have to navigate personal schedules, plus camps, perhaps Vacation Bible School, and other special opportunities children are afforded today.

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There's a lot happening at McGregor right now, and the people you love being around are talking about all of it. Mark, Tamar, and Christian are back this week covering the Renew Phase 2 permit news (spoiler: they're back on schedule), a Vacation Bible School preview that sounds like it's taken over the whole building, and a new summer Bible study series called "How to Handle Life's Interruptions." Plus, a welcome to Lydia Coggin, the newest addition to the staff. If you haven't found your way into Around McGregor yet, this week is a good place to start. Now available on McGregor Podcast! For more information go to McGregorPodcast.com. New to McGregor? Plan a visit at mcgregor.net/plan-a-visit #McGregorBaptistChurch #McGregorPodcast #AroundMcGregor #FortMyersChurch

In anticipation of our upcoming Vacation Bible School, Jason and Roger kick off a Fridays in June series called “Four ‘Be’s’ for Children & Adults.” In this first episode, be brave.

Ready to kick off your healthiest summer after 50? In this episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, Amy shares practical belly fat loss tips for women in menopause, explains why the 14-Day Belly Blast is the perfect jumpstart for fat loss and healthy habits, and also invites you to join Vacation Bible School for Fabulous-over-Fifty Women. Learn how strength training, strategic nutrition, core workouts, and mindset shifts can help reduce belly fat, boost metabolism, and create lasting results—while having fun along the way!  Join the June 1-14 BELLY BLAST here:  https://fasterway.com/products/belly-blast?aid=AMYBRYAN  Join the free Facebook community to take part in Vacation Bible School for Fabulous-over-Fifty Women here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/fasterwaywithamybryan  Join my next foundational 6-week FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class for women over fifty here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

It's our first guest ep post-tour, and it's a great one! Today we're joined by comedy rapper Scoochie Boochie (@scoochie_boochie) for a chat about Chicago, Museum Speelklok, birding, Vacation Bible School, Chick Tracts, and more!Do you hate ads but love this show? Do you want an incredible deal on access to our entire 5 year backlog of video and ad-free episodes for TWO DOLLARS A MONTH? Then check out our Patreon and support the show at patreon.com/leightonnight! Kick us $5 a month and you even get a MINISODE every week, too. AND access to the fan discord, which is cool and fun. It's a steal. We literally shouldn't be doing this. Follow us on Twitter at @leightonnight and on Instagram/TikTok at @leighton_night. You can find Brian on Twitter/Instagram at @bwecht and Leighton at @buttchamps (Instagram). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.