Podcasts about Weakness

What if the broken places in your life are exactly where God makes you stronger?In this message from 2 Timothy 2:1-7, we explore three powerful images — a soldier, an athlete, and a farmer — and what they reveal about how we grow through resistance, discipline, and rest.Whether you're in a season of suffering, struggling to stay disciplined, or just running on empty, this message is for you.In this message you'll discover:• Why self-denial is the path to real freedom• How submitting to God's design makes you unbreakable• Why rest is just as important as resistance• How God's grace is the source of every kind of strengthKey Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:1-7 | Luke 9:23 | James 5:7-8 | 2 Corinthians 12:9

2 Corinthians 12:1-10 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - If Paul had his own way, he'd have nothing to do with boasting. But that was the only thing the Corinthians would hear. So, the apostle descends to their level but turns the whole system upside down. Instead of boasting in his strength and success, he chooses to boast in his weaknesses. In 2 Corinthians 12, Paul teaches us that weaknesses are worth boasting in because they are good gifts from God and serve as a means of displaying Christ. So, may the Lord teach us to boast in our weaknesses. And may he use them for his glory.

The US dollar is caught between safe haven demand from Iran war fears and selling pressure when peace hopes rise, creating a volatile currency environment. We unpack what dollar swings mean for international investments, commodities, and the average American investor.Today's Stocks & Topics: Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), Market Wrap, Tigo Energy, Inc. (TYGO), Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (GNK), Edgewood Growth Fund Retail Class (EGFFX), US Dollar Outlook 2026: Strength, Weakness, and What's Driving It, Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (JAAA), iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (SGOV), ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW), Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO), Intuit Inc. (INTU).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Everyone is talking about the Trump-Xi summit as if this is going to be some decisive turning point for China, global trade, maybe even the whole world economy. And, sure, politically, it's a huge deal. Markets love the idea of the two leaders in the same room because everyone wants to believe a handshake can undo tariffs, trade wars, supply chain chaos, and years of deteriorating relations.But the latest bank lending data out of China says something VERY different. Eurodollar University's Money & Macro Analysis----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What if your gold could actually pay you every month… in MORE gold?That's exactly what Monetary Metals does. You still own your gold, fully insured in your name, but instead of sitting idle, it earns real yield paid in physical gold. No selling. No trading. Just more gold every month.Check it out here: https://monetary-metals.com/snider----------------------------------------------------------------------------------https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8b7ub5T4fYkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pang-t16vNwhttps://www.eurodollar.universityTwitter: https://twitter.com/JeffSnider_EDU

Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded March 28, 2026

Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded March 28, 2026

Laura Ullrich, director of economic research at Indeed, talks about the fragility she sees in the labor market. As Laura explains, it's not just tech seeing weakness in growth and stability. She talks to investors about ways to navigate the "very tough time" for job seekers. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Today on Bridging the Gap we take you to Second Corinthians four.  Perhaps the timing couldn't be better as you're in the middle of a trial as we speak.  Allow the Lord to minister to you and help you see God's great purpose.

This episode explores how the Holy Spirit helps us in our moments of weakness, especially when words fail us. It offers biblical insights and personal stories to remind listeners that weakness is a human experience, not a failure, and that divine help is always available.TakeawaysThe Spirit helps us when we are weak, not when we are perfect.You don't need perfect words to be heard by God.Weakness is an opportunity for deeper intimacy with God.God values presence and dependence over eloquence.Your weakness is where God's power rests.

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Today on Bridging the Gap, pastor Lloyd Pulley will share from his own experience, and the experiences of others, and relate it to what Second Corinthians four has to say. Whether you're on the verge of quitting too soon, feeling discouraged, or are quite happy about the way things are going… I think you'll benefit a great deal from today's message.

The harder you lean on the Lord, the stronger you'll discover Him to be. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Grief is part of your story, but not the whole story.Is asking for help in grief a sign of weakness?It can feel that way sometimes.Grief often comes with an unspoken pressure to “be strong,” to handle things on your own, or to not burden others. You might find yourself wondering if you should be doing better by now—or if needing support means something is wrong.In this episode, we explore why asking for help can feel so difficult when you're grieving, and what's really underneath that hesitation.We talk about:• The pressure to appear strong• The fear of being a burden• Why vulnerability can feel uncomfortable in grief• How to begin opening the door to support in a way that feels manageableIf you've been carrying grief on your own, this conversation is for you.Practical conversations about grief, coping, and living after loss.

There are Names of Allah that don't just inform you… They dismantle everything you thought you understood about existence. This episode centres on two of the greatest: Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyoom - names many scholars held to be from the greatest names of Allah, 'Azza wa Jalla. Everything you see is marked by a beginning, a deficiency, an end, or weakness. But what of the One whose life was never preceded nor is His life touched by death, sleep, or any deficiency? The One who needs nothing… yet everything is sustained by Him. These names don't just describe Allah - they establish why He alone is worthy of worship, reliance, and Du'aa. And hidden within them is a powerful reality… one that transforms how distress, hardship, and need are answered. The question is - are you willing to truly understand them and find in your life a sudden burst of Tawakkul like never before?  00:00 - Precap & Introduction 01:35 - Occurrences of "Al-Hayy" & "Al-Qayyoom" in the Qur'an 03:20 - Al-Hayy 06:53 - Why All of Allah's Attributes Return to "Al-Hayy" 08:57 - Different Things People Worship and Their Reality 12:35 - Al-Qayyoom 19:02 - The Vast Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 20:35 - Is "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" Allah's Greatest Name? 22:32 - Seeking Relief Through "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" 25:35 - Only the Perfectly Living Can Perfectly Sustain 27:29 - Allah Does Only What Befits His Majesty 30:46 - Evidence for "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" in Du'aa 31:43 - The Distinction Between Names and Attributes in Du'aa 33:22 - Submission and Lowliness Before "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 34:28 - Acting Upon the Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 40:16 - The Meaning of "وَبِكَ خَاصَمْتُ"  Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #Allah #namesofallah #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge

In the grand bazaar of late-stage big capital corporatism, especially in the US of A which has had decades of Edward Bernays style Public Relations trying to make minds only more individualistic and trained to poo poo social sharing and cohesion, one is encouraged to market oneself as either a flawless product for women or a tough it up bootstrap hustle culture man. With robot A saying "How ya doin?"... and Robot B responding "good good"... the modern worker must be endlessly “optimized,” emotionally frictionless, smiling through precarity like an airline stewardess on a crashing aircraft. Anxiety becomes a personal failure rather than a rational response to a deranged economic order. But speaking of one's struggles is not weakness. It is, in fact, an act of rebellion.These insight sub-episodes are mirrored on our primary YouTube channel which can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@NilesHeckman/videos

"There is Strength and Beauty in Weakness..." - Amanda MorrisWelcome to a very special episode! The She Is ladies had the privilege of speaking on Mother's Day Sunday (save for Hannah, who was with us in spirit if not in body). This week, we want to speak truth: about who you are as a woman or man of God. While this service was geared more toward women, identity is a subject that touches us all. No matter your gender, God wants you to know that you are special to Him, that He made you for a purpose, and He loves you more than you can imagine. Show Notes: Genesis 1:31 TPTGenesis 2:18 TPTGenesis 3:1 NIVRuth 1:19-21 NIV 2 Corinthians 12:5-9 NIVMatthew 5:3-5 MSGGenesis 3:22 NIV2 Corinthians 5:11-12; 16 TPT/NLTSupport the showEmail: sheispodcast@refugecity.churchInstagram: she_is_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheispodcastrccYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sheispodcast4645

In this episode, I break down why enabling weakness is one of the most destructive things you can do to a person. I talk about how constantly excusing people, lowering standards for them, protecting them from consequences, and rewarding victim mindsets slowly destroys growth, discipline, confidence, and self-respect. I also break down the difference between real love and enabling, why accountability is necessary for transformation, how weak environments create weak people, and why modern culture continues to reward excuses and emotional fragility. This episode is about standards, leadership, responsibility, emotional strength, and why growth only begins when excuses stop being accepted.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Watch Now: https://youtu.be/9nTCbyBD0L4Join The FLATOUT FAMILY: https://flatoutfamily.com/Family, this conversation right here is one of those ones.In this episode of the Love You Moore Show, I sit down with my brother Touré Roberts for a conversation that goes way deeper than surface-level faith talk. We got into what it really means to know God, how to hear Him in uncertain times, why so many believers miss the context of scripture, what purity of heart really looks like, how to protect your marriage while carrying a major calling, and why church culture has sometimes made it harder for people to walk fully in their assignment.Touré opened up about his upbringing, being shot at 16, entrepreneurship, identity, fatherhood, grace, calling, leadership, and the burden behind his book Knowing. And not gon' lie, there were multiple moments in this conversation that hit me deep.This is not just an interview.This is wisdom.This is conviction.This is clarity.This is one of those episodes that can shift how you move.A few things we talked about in this episode:what “eyes have not seen” really means- Why are there some things you will know, not by what you see- How to stay grounded when the world feels unstable- Why pure hearts get attacked online- How Touré Roberts views marriage, leadership, and making space for greatness- Why some church culture has confused calling with conformity- What it means to see people as harvest, not hellions- How to discern what God is doing in your life in real timeIf this episode blesses you, do me a favor: subscribe to the channel, drop a comment, and send this to someone who needs clarity, courage, and confirmation.And if this conversation speaks to where you are right now, tell me in the comments:What do you know God is saying to you in this season?Love Yourself Moore.Your nephew,Willie Moore Jr.#LoveYouMooreShow #WillieMooreJr #ToureRoberts #KnowingVisit our Partner RX Outreach | Rx Outreach is a nonprofit, mail-order pharmacy that supports people in getting access to the medications they need at prices they can afford - with or without insurance.: https://rxoutreach.org/willie/00:00 Eyes have not seen00:08 Touré Roberts breaks down the real context of 1 Corinthians 200:37 There are things you will know, not by what you see01:00 “That's not my testimony, I don't feel it”01:14 Were you practicing for real, or pretending?01:42 Willie's message to the Love You Moore family02:28 Outreach partner message04:03 Willie Moore Jr welcomes Touré Roberts05:33 Why leaving One Church was not hard for Touré06:56 Touré Roberts on growing up in South Central LA07:35 Getting shot at 16 and what shaped his worldview09:23 How entrepreneurship started early11:24 “The blessing of the Lord makes rich and adds no sorrow”11:49 Why picking the right woman matters so much13:13 Powerful men, strong women, and marriage14:33 The two Josephs and making space for greatness16:14 How Sarah Jakes Roberts evolved into her full power17:03 Who taught Touré humility18:24 Why he refuses to stay small around greatness19:41 Why he promotes other people without jealousy21:53 Fatherhood, priorities, and identity statements23:53 Willie gets transparent about ambition and missing home alarms25:27 Touré on protecting marriage in the middle of calling27:45 Why church culture attacks people with real influence29:03 The biblical reason some Christians miss it30:05 How the algorithm rewards controversy31:25 Willie on being attacked online with a pure heart32:25 Touré on knowing your heart is pure34:24 Why Miss Pat is one of the most godly people he has met36:02 Willie on being called into hard spaces with Holy Spirit37:17 Stop putting God in a box38:49 See people as harvest, not hellions40:17 Touré's real encounter with God at 2643:05 How his entrepreneur mind helped him plant a church44:09 Why people forget the grace that found them45:20 Willie opens up about fatherhood and searching for knowing46:42 What the book Knowing is really about47:33 Why uncertainty shuts people down48:40 Everything that can be shaken will be shaken49:18 Pressure reveals the real you51:01 Touré returns to “eyes have not seen”52:15 You have a knower53:43 The burden behind writing Knowing54:12 Stop running from trouble, see the opportunity in it55:10 Willie on occupying land in the middle of famine56:56 Weakness, faith, and moving anyway58:46 Willie tells Touré how deeply the conversation hit him59:08 “Desperate times require authenticity”1:00:07 Join the Flat Out Family✨ Connect with us:Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32743148

2026-05-11 | UPDATES #199 | While Zelenskyy was signing satirical decrees, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova were performing the other half of the regime's choreography: the threat.The Russian Foreign Ministry, captured by Pravda EN, RFE/RL, the Washington Times, and TASS, issued what RFE/RL called "a belligerent warning to Kyiv, and diplomatic missions there" — threatening to "attack the Ukrainian capital if Ukraine did in fact disrupt the May 9 events." The Foreign Ministry advised foreign embassies and international organisations located in Kyiv to evacuate their offices in case of such a strike. The Defence Ministry urged civilians to evacuate as well. Moscow is a thug and a bully, and these threats are completely in character. ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: Ukrainska Pravda — "Ukraine officially allows Russia to hold Victory Day parade in Moscow: Zelenskyy signs decree" (8 May 2026) Mediaite — "Zelensky Trolls Putin By Announcing Ukraine Will Honor Ceasefire for Moscow Parade — By Including Exact Military Coordinates" (8 May 2026) Mezha — "Zelenskyy allows Moscow parade and excludes Red Square from weapons plan" (8 May 2026) RBC-Ukraine — "Zelenskyy allows a parade in Moscow on May 9" (8 May 2026) LIGA.net — "Zelenskyy's decree allows parade to be held in Moscow" (8 May 2026) Euronews — "Trump announces three-day of ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia" (8 May 2026) Washington Times / AP — "What Russia's low-key Victory Day celebrations reveal about Putin and the war in Ukraine" (8 May 2026)Pravda EN / English Pravda — "Lavrov Warns of 'No Mercy' for Attempts to Disrupt Victory Day Celebrations" (7-8 May 2026) Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty — "Ukraine Says It Hit Russian Caspian Sea Warship; Kremlin Boosts Security For May 9 Victory Day" (7 May 2026) TASS / Pravda Armenia — "From a briefing by the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, M.V.Zakharova" (7 May 2026) Pravda Trump — Yuri Baranchik commentary (7 May 2026) ----------

Jonathan Kerhoulas. 2 Corinthians 11:21-33.

Wherever you are today, this biblical meditation, narrated by Bonnie Curry, offers a quiet space to pause and reconnect with God. How do you feel about your weaknesses? Meditate on 2 Corinthians 11:29-30. Abide is a Christian meditation app that helps you experience peace and grow in your relationship with Christ through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Try Abide free for 30 days and explore our premium, ad-free meditations here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How Do We Thrive in God's Sufficient Grace?Grace 4 Strongest in WeaknessBrian UyedaOriginal Air Date: 2026.05.10We believe The Bible, God's word, is inspired by Him, through the Holy Spirit and is sufficient for everything you need in life – guidance, wisdom, strength, encouragement and HOPE. His word reveals His nature and character and His plan of redemption through His Son Jesus Christ, through whom we can have eternal salvation when we choose to follow Him. We also believe the Bible remains relevant in our world today and its power is experienced when personally and consistently applied and practiced.Part of your journey may include choosing a Bible translation and there are many. To help you choose, it is important to know that a “translation” is word-for-word while a “paraphrase” is thought- for- thought. If you are new to Bible reading or don't yet have one, we offer FREE Bibles that are English Standard Version translation – a very easy to read Bible. Other options are Bible Apps you can download to your phone, or sites like: www.Bible.org, www.biblegateway.com or www.blueletterbible.org.We invite you to join us for weekend services:Saturday Evening at 5:30pm. Question and Answer period after service.Morning Social at 10:00am: A time to connect with others over coffee and donuts.Sunday Morning at 10:30amPromiseland Kids' Ministry: Toddler – Sr. High, Sunday at 10:30 am, offers Christian education and worship for children and youth.If you have missed a message or are viewing from home, you can catch weekend services on our Facebook page and YouTube by going to www.crossroads-ridgecrest.org, or through the church app. We also have podcasts available by looking up Crossroads Community Church - available on several podcast apps.Have a question for one of our Pastors? Submit your questions via text at: (760) 301-4840 for our Ask It! Your Questions Answered segment every week. Watch or Listen what others ask!If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call (760)384-3333 Weds. – Fri. 10am-4pm, text (760)301-4840, or email ccc@ccc-rc.org

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Psalm 59:1-8, Judges 10:1-11:40, John 6:25-59. 'As someone who is very aware of my own weaknesses, I find it encouraging that when I feel weak, I am not alone As you put your *faith* in God he turns your weakness into strength

This week, we share a sermon offered by Rev. Bill Haley back in 2018.  He reflects on 2 Corinthians 12 and the connection Paul draws between God's grace and our gratitude, especially in our areas of greatest weakness. In cultivating that gratitude, we develop true courage to face anything life throws at us.View Our Complete Archive of “Space for God” Prayer PracticesLearn More About Spiritual Direction through CoracleExplore the Full Archive of Bill's Sermonsinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

Psalm 59:1-4, Judges 11:29-31, John 6:35-40. 'As someone who is very aware of my own weaknesses, I find it encouraging that when I feel weak, I am not alone As you put your *faith* in God he turns your weakness into strength

I. The one to whom he prays. Notice how deliberately Trinitarian is his prayer. II. Notice the manner of his prayer. It's urgent, humble, and thoughtful. III. Notice he lifts his prayer to God the Father with childlike confidence and expectancy. IV. He prays to God the Father, to strengthen his people by the Spirit. 

In a world of broken promises and shifting plans, where do we find solid ground to build our faith on? The Apostle Paul points us to Christ, who is always "Yes" when it comes to fulfilling His promises. Our text will look at the difference between the plans of man and the sovereignty of God. Where we may fail, God always fulfills.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Leonard Kaufman — board certified urologist and men's health physician with 25 years of experience practicing in South Florida. Dr. Kaufman specializes in urology, hormonal health, sexual health, and preventative men's health care, and he brings a level of warmth, honesty, and clinical depth to this conversation that you won't find anywhere else. We cover a lot of ground — from why reactive health care is costing men years of quality life, to what erectile dysfunction is really telling you about your cardiovascular health, to the TRT conversation every man in his 30s and 40s needs to hear before he walks into one of those clinics and shuts off his own fertility without knowing it. But this is not just a clinical episode. Dr. Kaufman is 33 years married, dad of three, and one of the most genuinely human guests we've had on this show. We talk about the deli where he met his wife in medical school, what 33 years of a real marriage actually looks like, how to build a home where your kids feel safe enough to tell you anything, and what his wife's early loss of her mother taught them both about not wasting time. If you've been putting off that appointment — this episode is the nudge you need.   Timeline Summary [0:00] Introduction to the Dad Edge mission and the movement to raise leaders of families and communities [1:02] Reactivity vs. proactivity — why waiting until something is broken is costing men their lives [2:09] What Dr. Kauffman sees when men come in too late — prostate cancer, ED as a cardiovascular warning sign, and diabetes [4:14] How Viagra accidentally revolutionized men's health — and why men started showing up to doctors for the first time [7:27] Dr. Kaufman's background — board certified urologist, 25 years, fellowship in male infertility and andrology, MBA in Health Management [9:00] How he met his wife Cindy — a deli, a list of phone numbers, and a blind date that turned into 33 years [11:52] The non-negotiables of a long marriage — trust, transparency, communication, and shared values [13:49] Seen, heard, and safe — the three things a woman and your kids need to feel in your home [16:29] Vulnerability is not weakness in marriage — it's the foundation of real trust and real connection [19:49] What men most commonly come to Dr. Kaufman for — ED, low testosterone, and prostate health [32:00] ED is the canary in the coal mine — penile arteries are the first to show restricted blood flow, which means something else is coming [33:36] Diet talk — why extreme diets backfire and what a urologist actually recommends for men's health [38:45] The labs every man should be getting — ApoB, cholesterol panel, PSA, and why most men aren't being fully evaluated [42:07] Total testosterone vs. free testosterone — what the current guidelines actually say [43:15] Why getting a testosterone baseline in your 30s is one of the smartest proactive health moves you can make [44:17] Clomid as an off-label option — how it helps men produce their own testosterone instead of shutting the system down [45:06] The risks of walking into a TRT clinic without proper evaluation — fertility, blood thickness, PSA changes, and chasing a number that may not fix anything [51:10] Prolactin — what it is, why it matters, and what a high level could actually mean for your brain   Five Key Takeaways Proactive health care is not weakness — it's how you stay around for your kids and grandkids. The men who wait until something is broken are the ones who look back and say "I should have come in a year ago." Erectile dysfunction is not just a bedroom problem. It's a cardiovascular warning sign. The smallest arteries in your body are affected first — and that means something bigger is building downstream. Before you walk into a TRT clinic, get a full workup from a qualified urologist. Young men are unknowingly shutting off their sperm production and permanently altering their pituitary axis without realizing it. Stop chasing the number. A man at 500 who feels great doesn't need to be pushed to 1,000. How you feel matters more than the number on the lab result. Safety is the foundation of everything — in your marriage and with your kids. When the people you love feel safe to bring you anything, it changes everything.   Links & Resources First Form Microfactor: https://1stphorm.com/products/micro-factor/?a_aid=dadedge First Form Level 1 Protein Powder: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1/?a_aid=dadedge Dr. Leonard Kaufman's office: (954) 228-0924 Find Dr. Kaufman via MVP Men's Health: Search "Dr. Leonard Kaufman" at mvpmensclinic.com   https://www.mdvip.com/doctors/leonardkaufmanmd Episode Link & Resources (Episode 1475): https://thedadedge.com/1475   Closing If there's one message from this episode that stands out, it's this: your health is not just about you — it's about being around for the people who need you most. Dr. Kaufman has spent 25 years watching men come in too late. Not because they didn't care, but because they were raised to believe that going to the doctor was weak. It's not weak. It's one of the most important acts of leadership a man can make. Get the labs. Know your numbers. And build the kind of home where the people you love feel safe enough to tell you the truth — because that's exactly what your doctor needs from you too. Go out and live legendary.

Susie Silver, CDE, joins Donald Thompson to make the ROI case for psychological safety, belonging, and people-first culture at scale." — used by Google Podcasts and podcast SEO toolsSummaryPsychological safety is not a perk — it is a performance strategy that drives measurable business results.In this episode, Donald Thompson sits down with his colleague and workplace consultant Susie Silver, a Certified Diversity Executive and Senior Consultant at the Workplace Options Center for Organizational Effectiveness. Drawing from her background in fine arts, education, and nearly two decades of consulting, Susie breaks down how the most successful organizations are the ones that treat human insight as a business asset, not an afterthought.Episode Long DescriptionIn this episode of High Octane Leadership, Donald Thompson and his colleague Susie Silver answer what people-first leadership actually means for executives who are accountable to both a culture scorecard and a financial one.In this episode of High Octane Leadership, Donald and Susie pull back the curtain on what it looks like to build a culture of psychological safety from the inside out, including including the specific story of how Susie's team pitched a microlearning program, earned Donald's buy-in at The Diversity Movement, and scaled it into a seven-figure opportunity. That is not a feel-good story. That is what happens when a leader creates the conditions for people to bring their best thinking.They also dig into what leaders get wrong about "bring your authentic self," why women leaders are often set up to fail by the very phrases meant to empower them, and how to balance the culture conversation with the financial conversation without sacrificing either one.This episode is built for HR executives, CHROs, and senior leaders who need the business case for culture — not just the philosophy.Key Talking Points:Human Insight as Strategy: How do you measure belonging the same way you measure revenue, and what are leaders who skip this step consistently getting wrong? The Micro-Training Revolution: What happened when one team replaced all-day workshops with 30-minute Monday sessions — and why 70% of an entire workforce, including the CEO, showed up every time?Psychological Safety in Practice: What does psychological safety actually require from a manager on a Tuesday morning, when the stakes are real and the buzzwords are useless?The "Be Bold" Lie: Why telling underrepresented leaders to bring their authentic selves — without redesigning the environment they are walking into — is one of the most damaging things a well-meaning organization can do?Empathy and Economics: What do organizations that treat culture and performance as competing priorities consistently get wrong — and what are the leaders winning right now doing instead?Chapter Markers0:00 - Intro: Susie Silver02:15 - From Fine Arts to the Boardroom: Susie's Journey05:00 - Translating Human Insight Into Business Strategy07:30 - What Psychological Safety Actually Looks Like in Practice10:00 - Teaching Employees to Speak the Language of Leadership13:00 - The Micro-Training Pilot: From Idea to Seven Figures18:00 - Stop Debating. Start Testing. Let the Data Lead.20:00 - Parenting in Unprecedented Times and What Leaders Can Learn From It24:00 - Flexibility Is Not a Weakness. It Is a Leadership Tool.27:00 - How Susie Consumes Information and Stays Current30:00 - The "Be Bold" Lie: What Women Leaders Are Really Up Against34:00 - How to Interrupt Bias in the Room in Real Time37:00 - You Do Not Have to Choose Between Empathy and EconomicsAbout the GuestSusie Silver is the rare workplace strategist whose frameworks were not built in a business school, they were built in fine arts studios, public school classrooms, and the kind of organizations where belonging was treated as a luxury until she made it a line item. Susie spent 18 years in fine arts education before realizing the most broken learning environments were inside corporations — and that career pivot became the foundation of her work as a Certified Diversity Executive and Senior Consultant at the Workplace Options Center for Organizational Effectiveness. With a background in fine arts, education, and nearly 18 years in the classroom, Susie pivoted into organizational consulting focused on psychological safety, inclusive culture, and LGBTQ plus inclusion. A serial entrepreneur and passionate advocate for building workplaces where people and performance thrive together, Susie brings a rare combination of creative thinking, business acumen, and real-world data to every engagement.Resources:Donald Thompson LinkedInDonald's Books: https://donaldthompson.com/books-resources/The Center for Organizational Effectiveness by Workplace Options Website Susie Silver LinkedInWorkplace Options 2026 Psychological Safety Study: https://psychsafety.workplaceoptions.com/resource/the-coe-2026-psychological-safety-study/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=psych_safety Stay connected with Donald: Get Donald's newsletter that is packed with actionable insights, and the kind of straight-talk leadership intelligence that helps build authority, drive performance, and stay ahead of what is coming next: donaldthompson.com.Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldthompsonjrSubscribe on SubStack: https://substack.com/@donaldthompsonjr High Octane Leadership is hosted by The Diversity Movement CEO and executive coach Donald Thompson and is a production of Earfluence.Order UNDERESTIMATED: A CEO'S UNLIKELY PATH TO SUCCESS, by Donald Thompson.

What makes Ribis so spiritually destructive that Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai says the lender “loses more than he gains”?This shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, explores why Ribis is not merely a financial prohibition, but a worldview — one that slowly trains a person to see human vulnerability as opportunity, relationships as transactions, and morality as negotiable when profit is involved.Why does the Gemara say that lending with interest can ultimately lead a person to belittle Moshe Rabbeinu and the Torah itself?A deep psychological and spiritual analysis of desire, scarcity, ego, empathy, and the frightening human capacity to remake morality in the image of appetite.

Maurice discusses the difference between excellence and exhaustion, highlighting that burnout often gets mistaken for commitment. This episode explores strategies for high performers to pursue excellence and achieve sustainable success without sacrificing longevity, emphasizing smart work over hard work.In This Episode:00:00 Excellence Without Exhaustion01:29 Burnout: A Systemic Failure03:57 Rest is a Requirement06:10 Rhythm Over Rush08:40 Protect Your LongevityKey Takeaways:Redefine excellence by focusing on sustainable practices rather than exhaustion.Recognize burnout as a system failure, not a personal one, demanding more than it replenishes.Schedule recovery and rest as requirements, not rewards, for consistent performance.Adjust your pace to protect longevity, understanding that sustainable success comes from rhythm, not urgency.Prioritize energy management as much as time management to avoid disengagement.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. We are about to begin our next study in 4 days. We will begin with the book of Hosea. Hosea reveals what happens when strength is disconnected from covenant loyalty. This means it is time to get your next Scripture Journal from our website for this study. If you are a Project23 partner giving $35/month or more, we have already sent this to you by mail. Our shout-out today goes to Matthew Meester from Pullman, WA. Thanks for your partnership in Project23. Our text today is 1 Corinthians 16:13-14. Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. — 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Paul fires off five rapid commands. Four of them build toward one that is often misunderstood — and often misapplied. "Act like men." Corinth lived in a culture obsessed with status, rhetoric, and public displays of power. Weakness was despised. Honor was everything. But courage in Paul's mind is not posturing. It is perseverance in truth. To "act like men" meant this: hold the line when false teaching pressures you. Endure when culture mocks you. Refuse to bend when doctrine becomes costly. In our time, courage is often redefined as self-expression or ideological conformity. But biblical courage is different. It is steady allegiance to Christ when the cultural winds shift. It is clarity without cruelty. It is conviction without compromise. At the same time, Paul does not let courage drift into harshness. "Let all that you do be done in love." Courage divorced from love becomes theological brutality. Love divorced from courage becomes woke empathy. Christian maturity refuses both extremes. Therefore, to "act like men," in Paul's sense, is to embody resurrection-shaped bravery—rooted in truth, restrained by love. This is what resurrection-shaped courage looks like: Not loud. Not reactive. Not intimidated. Instead steady. Alert. Anchored in Christ. And governed by love. DO THIS: Identify one area where you have softened biblical conviction to avoid tension. Take one concrete step this week to speak or act with clarity and love. ASK THIS: Am I watchful—or drifting? Am I firm in the gospel—or flexible under pressure? Have I confused cultural approval with biblical courage? PRAY THIS: Lord, teach me real courage. Make me steady in truth and gentle in love. Keep me from cowardice on one side and harshness on the other. Shape my bravery after Christ. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Courage"

If you're feeling weak, bring it all to God and discover Christ's power for you. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Conversations on Groong - May  6, 2026This Conversations on Groong episode with Mikael Darbinian examines Armenia's security crisis through the lens of the Strong Armenia doctrine. The discussion focuses on deterrence, diplomacy from a position of strength, Azerbaijani positions inside Armenia's sovereign territory, the risks around TRIPP and the Zangezur Corridor, the rights of Artsakh Armenians, regional war scenarios involving Iran, and the gap between international political theater and Armenia's unresolved national security threats.Topics:Strong Armenia security doctrineAzerbaijani occupation of Armenian territoryTRIPP and Zangezur Corridor risksDiplomacy from a position of strengthEPC optics and national insecurityGuest: Mikael DarbinianHosts:Hovik ManucharyanAsbed BedrossianEpisode 540 | Recorded: May 5, 2026SHOW NOTES: https://podcasts.groong.org/540VIDEO: https://youtu.be/LhnSc26cT7c#Armenia #Artsakh #StrongArmenia #MikaelDarbinian #TRIPP #ZangezurCorridor #ArmenianSecurity #SouthCaucasusSubscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong

Pastor Shelby Crump shares the importance of putting your weaknesses into God's very capable hands. In this series we recognize that everyone has weaknesses but just as God told Paul "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness".

How can mushers recognize subtle warning signs before a dog becomes injured? In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, Robert Forto talks with Dr. Erica Boling about canine movement analysis, stride mechanics, posture, topline changes, and how to develop a sharper eye for spotting weakness early. If you race, train, or work with dogs, this conversation offers practical tools to help keep your team healthy and performing at their best.Support our WorkLike this episode? Share it with your mushing friends!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and shareSign up for our Newsletter HEREJoin the On-Air Media Coaching waitlist for a chance to get coached on the air by Rober and get your podcast questions answered in real time.Apply now to the Team and Trail Foundation funding page and get support to turn your outdoor, education, or community project into a real impact.Apply for the Mushing® Media Accelerator and get deeper support and expert guidance tailored to your specific sponsorship and media goals. Email us at podcast@mushing.comFollow Mushing® for more muhsing news, insights, and more: Facebook | X | InstagramYou can contact us here: Podcast@mushing.com © 2010-2026 by Mushing® All Rights Reserved

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Our greatest weakness isn't a barrier to God's work—it's the very place where His power is put on display.Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul unpacks Exodus 17:8–16 to show how God uses human weakness to reveal that true strength is found not in ourselves but in His sustaining grace.To hear more of these studies, visit PaulTripp.com/Exodus.

Garth Heckman The David Alliance TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com      #The brotherhood manifesto #TripleCsurvivor      Two mistakes in a mans life… caring about what everybody thinks… and Not caring about what anybody thinks. Both are extreme traps… What if you cared about what certain men in your life thought… men who were involved in a deep spiritual walk, men who were committed family men, men who were not ashamed of the gospel? What if you cared what they thought?    Men in todays world can make the mistake of looking for everyone's approval or not caring about anyones approval like personal autonomy. both have dangers. Can you give me a few talking points on this subject?Here are some clear, balanced talking points on the tension between seeking everyone's approval versus caring about no one's approval (extreme personal autonomy). Both extremes are common traps for men today, and both carry real dangers. You can use these as notes for a conversation, podcast, article, or self-reflection.   1. The Approval-Seeking Trap (People-Pleasing)   Modern culture (social media, corporate environments, dating apps) rewards constant validation-seeking. Likes, shares, and "being nice" get rewarded in the short term. Dangers: Loss of self: You slowly abandon your own values, goals, and boundaries to avoid conflict or disapproval. Resentment buildup: Constantly suppressing your real thoughts leads to quiet frustration and eventual blow-ups or burnout. Weakness signal: People (especially women and other men) subconsciously lose respect for men who need universal approval. It reads as low confidence and low status. Manipulation vulnerability: You're easily controlled by bosses, partners, friends, or social pressure.   Extreme version: The "nice guy" who finishes last because he has no spine.   2. The "I Don't Care What Anyone Thinks" Trap (False Autonomy)   This often comes as a backlash — "I'm sigma," "I'm my own man," "society is lame." It feels empowering at first. Dangers: Social isolation: Humans are tribal. Complete disregard for others' opinions cuts you off from feedback, alliances, and opportunities. Blind spots: No one is 100% objective. Rejecting all input means you never correct course on bad habits, poor decisions, or character flaws. Arrogance and immaturity: It can mask insecurity or emotional stuntedness ("If I pretend I don't care, I can't get hurt"). Practical failure: Career, relationships, and reputation suffer when you alienate everyone. Even high-agency men need sponsors, mentors, partners, and networks. Extreme version: The lone wolf who ends up bitter, alone, and wondering why life is so hard.     3. The Healthy Middle Path: Selective Approval + Inner Sovereignty   Strong men care deeply about the opinions of a small, high-quality circle — not everyone. Whose approval should matter? Your own (first), then people you respect: mentors, close friends with character, family worth keeping, romantic partners who have earned it, and competent colleagues. Whose approval should not matter? Random strangers online, low-character people, ideological enforcers, or those who don't have skin in the game with you.   Key principle: Internal locus of control combined with reality-testing. Judge yourself primarily by your own standards and results, not feelings or popularity. Use selective external feedback as data, not as your compass.   This builds real confidence: You're not fragile to criticism, but you're not delusional either.   4. Practical Advice for Men Today   Build a personal code or mission that is non-negotiable. When your actions align with it, external noise loses power. Practice "strategic disagreement": Be willing to politely say no or hold an unpopular view when it matters. This earns respect faster than constant agreement. Develop thick skin through exposure: Lift weights, take cold showers, face rejection deliberately (e.g., cold approaching, sales, public speaking). Emotional calluses help. Audit your relationships: Distance from chronic critics who drain you; invest in reciprocal relationships where honest feedback flows both ways. Remember biology and reality: Men are wired for status and competence more than constant emotional harmony. Chasing universal approval often clashes with masculine drive.   5. One-Liner Talking Points You Can Drop   "Seeking everyone's approval makes you a slave. Caring about no one's approval makes you a fool." "The mature man doesn't need the world's permission — but he isn't too proud to learn from worthy sources." "True autonomy isn't 'I don't care.' It's 'I care about the right things, from the right people.'" "Approval addiction is quiet self-betrayal. Total detachment is quiet self-sabotage." "Respect is earned through integrity and competence, not through people-pleasing or edgelord posturing."

2026-05-04 | UPDATES #192 | Front line Leningrad. 60 drones over Putin's historic imperial capital and the governor's confession. Pulkovo closes again and Primorsk burns. The night of 2 to 3 May 2026. The Russian Federation's window to the Baltic. The province that contains Saint Petersburg — Russia's second city, Vladimir Putin's hometown, the imperial capital where Romanovs once ruled and where the Bolshevik Revolution began. Above it, between dusk and dawn, more than sixty unmanned aerial vehicles flew north from Ukrainian territory and approached one of the most economically vital pieces of infrastructure in the entire Russian state: the commercial seaport of Primorsk.----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty (via GlobalSecurity.org) — "Russia Scales Back Victory Day Parade, Citing Ukrainian Drone Attacks" (29 April 2026) The Moscow Times — "What's Behind Russia's Pared-Back WWII Victory Day Parade?" (30 April 2026)The Washington Post — "Russia scales back Victory Day spectacle as Ukraine's reach lengthens" (30 April 2026) Kyiv Post — "Russia Scales Back May 9 Parade to 'Military Lockdown' Format" (3 May 2026)Euronews — "Drone strikes Moscow building just days before Russia's Victory Day parade" (4 May 2026) United24 Media — "Russia Cuts May 9 Parades Across Regions. Here's Why" (2 May 2026) Pravda EU (Russian-language) — Coverage of Russian regional cancellations (2 May 2026) Dagens — "Fear of Ukrainian drones force Moscow into 'military lockdown' ahead of Victory Day parade" (3 May 2026) Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty — "Ukraine Strikes Deep Inside Russia, Tuapse Hit Again" (1 May 2026) ----------

Jeff Bruecker. 2 Corinthians 11:16-21.

Our greatest weakness isn't a barrier to God's work—it's the very place where His power is put on display.Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul unpacks Exodus 17:8–16 to show how God uses human weakness to reveal that true strength is found not in ourselves but in His sustaining grace.To hear more of these studies, visit PaulTripp.com/Exodus.

The apostle Paul prays for believers to grow and mature as 1) the Spirit strengthens them, 2) Christ dwells in them, 3) They are rooted and grounded in love, 4) They comprehend the love of Christ, 5) They experience the love of Christ, 6) They are filled with the fullness of God. 

04/26/26 Fr Augustine Joseph - 4th Sunday of the Resurrection (English) by St. Peter's Chaldean Catholic Diocese

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What starts as a single “yes” can influence a lifetime. In this episode, we speak with Tennessee’s First Lady Maria Lee, who shares how a short summer of ministry in Nashville turned the trajectory of her life—from teaching in a classroom to serving alongside her husband in public life—and taught her that true impact often comes from simply showing up and seeing others. Speaker and radio personality Brooke Taylor’s story takes a different turn when a sudden stroke changes everything, forcing her to relearn how to live and let go of perfection, only to discover that God could use her brokenness to reach people in a deeper, more meaningful way. Together, their stories reveal a powerful truth—that even in the most unplanned moments, God is guiding us with compassion toward connection. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Anita Renfroe Upcoming interview: Trey Tucker Jesus Listens for Moms Maria Lee Bill Lee Christ Presbyterian Academy My Utmost for His Highest COVID Covenant school shooting Tennessee Serves Project Brooke Taylor Joy99 Interview Quotes: “The hardest part I think with being in the public eye is the criticism that comes along with that. But the thing that has grounded me and [helped with] being able to handle being in that public eye is staying in God’s Word and knowing what He’s called me to do and being able to walk that purposefully and intentionally. Being in His Word reminds me of who I am and who He is, what He values and what He wants me to value.” - First Lady Maria Lee “I think there’s a lot of bright, shiny things in the world that draw our attention away from what the Lord has called us to, and if we’re not grounded in daily communion with Him and daily relationship with Him, you can easily be distracted.” - First Lady Maria Lee “I think if we are going to emulate the character of Christ, He came not to be served, but to serve. And if we’re going to follow in His footsteps, I feel like each one of us who is a believer and confesses Christ should be finding a place to serve.” - First Lady Maria Lee “There are so many ways to serve, and it doesn’t have to be big, it can be little. I think one of the greatest ways to serve somebody is just to be present with them, to show up and let them know that you see them.” - First Lady Maria Lee “When I heard how the [radio] listeners were praying for me and how they were sending cards and how they were sending messages that they were praying for me, I knew that was God’s way of surrounding me with His love.” - Brooke Taylor “As a radio personality, you’re pouring out and pouring out and pouring out. You say things, but you don’t know if anybody’s listening. You don’t know if it’s reaching anybody, or if you made any sense with that sentence. And then to have that all come back to me—the listeners pouring out to me—it was very humbling.” - Brooke Taylor “[After my stroke] I felt like God was with me, and it was as if He was saying, ‘I don’t need the perfect you. It’s actually more effective for Me if I use the broken you. Because the broken you is going to be able to reach people that are also broken.’” - Brooke Taylor ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Episodes: https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7 Bonus Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3vfLlGw Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer: https://bit.ly/3Sd0a6C Peace for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3zzwFoj Peace in Uncertain Times: https://bit.ly/3cHfB6u What’s Good? https://bit.ly/3vc2cKj Enneagram: https://bit.ly/3hzRCCY ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.