Podcasts about Wisdom

Is it true that Christians shouldn't judge—or have we misunderstood what Jesus actually said? In Episode 13 of "Wisdom," Duane Sheriff tackles one of the most misquoted and misunderstood teachings in Scripture and reveals why judgment is not only unavoidable but essential to spiritual maturity.As the third pillar in wisdom's house, judgment builds on knowledge and understanding, enabling believers to rightly divide God's Word and apply it with clarity. Drawing from Proverbs, Isaiah 33:22, John 7:24, and Matthew 7, it becomes clear that everyone makes judgments daily—the issue is not if we judge, but how we judge.In a culture that judges by appearance yet still says “do not judge,” this episode offers a balanced, biblical perspective by examining your own heart first and aligning your decisions with God's Word. Learn to judge with humility, kindness, and honesty by examining your own heart first and aligning your decisions with God's Word. When we understand judgment correctly, it brings peace and courage, helping us walk confidently with God.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

Our kids are kids. That means they don't always think things through.

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This is Part 2 of our conversation with Jefe Greenheart — filmmaker, documentary maker, and one of the most beloved brothers in the Front Row Dads community. If Episode 1 was about who Jefe is, this one is about how he actually lives it out. He breaks down his Three P Framework for parenting — Presence, Play and Patience — and gets honest about why driven, creative dads like him struggle most with the one that should come easiest. He shares the phone commitment that changed how he shows up at home, how to film your kids without losing the moment, and why Play might be the most underrated tool in a dad's arsenal. Then the conversation opens up into something bigger. Jefe shares the vision behind Story House, his Austin studio built intentionally close to home, and a new offering he's developing called the Video Letter of Wishes — the piece he believes is missing from every family's estate plan. Not the money. The wisdom. In this episode: The 3 P Framework and why Patience alone won't cut it How to capture your family's moments without losing presence The annual highlight film tradition every dad should steal Why your story is a gift — and it's time to share it  

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Many know Scripture, but few truly understand it. In Episode 12 of "Wisdom," Duane Sheriff teaches from the book of Proverbs that wisdom has built her house with seven pillars—and understanding is essential to our spiritual growth. Knowledge is knowing what God said, but understanding is knowing what He meant. Without understanding, we cannot apply God's Word in our lives correctly.Understanding is a choice requiring an intentional “ear to hear.” We must approach God with a pure, receptive heart and a single-minded desire to hear Him. As we grow in understanding, we learn to discern good from evil and progress from spiritual infancy—living on “milk”—to the maturity of handling the “solid food” of God's Word.In Mark 4, Jesus reveals that God is not hiding truth from us—He desires to give us light and revelation. But we must choose to listen. The sobering reality is that those who grow in understanding will receive more, but those who neglect it will lose even what they have. We are never standing still spiritually—we are either moving forward or drifting backward. In a culture that celebrates confusion, this message calls us to stay hungry, stay attentive, and continue growing in true understanding.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

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You know you could have handled it better. You know you wish you'd approached things differently. You know you miss them or wish things were better.

Welcome to Day 2840 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2840 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 119:121-128 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2840 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2840 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The title for today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Ayin of Anticipation – Eyes Straining for Cosmic Justice In our previous episode on this grand expedition, we navigated the fifteenth stanza of Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, the “Samekh” section. We witnessed the psalmist draw a hard, unyielding boundary line in the sand. He declared his absolute hatred for divided loyalties, and he begged the Creator to prop him up, acting as a sturdy pillar and a protective shield against the relentless pressure of a compromised culture. We learned what it means to tremble in the holy, bristling awe of God's justice, realizing that the Sovereign Lord will ultimately skim the wicked off the earth, just like dross is skimmed from a boiling crucible of silver. Today, we take our next courageous step forward, transitioning from the imagery of a sturdy shield, to the piercing reality of human vision. We are entering the sixteenth stanza of this magnificent, alphabetical mountain. We are exploring the “Ayin” section, covering Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, verses one hundred twenty-one through one hundred twenty-eight, in the New Living Translation. In the ancient Hebrew alphabet, the letter “Ayin” was originally depicted as an eye. It represents seeing, perceiving, understanding, and even weeping. This visual imagery is woven perfectly into the very fabric of this stanza. The psalmist is standing on the edge of his endurance. He is looking out at a world that is deeply broken, straining his eyes to see the promised rescue of Yahweh. He is begging for the spiritual vision, the discernment, to understand the cosmic blueprint, and he is watching, with righteous indignation, as the rebel forces violate the Creator's laws. Let us step onto the trail, open our eyes, and learn how to watch for the intervention of the King. The first segment is: The Plea for a Cosmic Guarantor Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred twenty-one and one hundred twenty-two. Don't leave me to my enemies, for I have done what is right and just. Please guarantee a blessing for me. Don't let the arrogant oppress me! The stanza opens with a bold, legally framed petition. The psalmist stands before the throne of the universe, and he submits his record for inspection: “I have done what is right and just.” This is not a boast of sinless perfection. In the Ancient Israelite worldview, doing what is “right and just” meant maintaining covenant loyalty. It meant that, despite the overwhelming pressure to adopt the idolatrous practices of the surrounding pagan nations, the psalmist had maintained his integrity. He had refused to participate in the corrupt, oppressive systems governed by the rebel gods of the Divine Council. Because he has maintained his allegiance to Yahweh, he asks for the reciprocal protection of the covenant: “Don't leave me to my enemies.” He then makes a fascinating, highly specific request: “Please guarantee a blessing for me.” The Hebrew word translated as “guarantee” is 'arab, which means to act as a surety, to pledge, or to co-sign. In the ancient commercial world, if a person owed a massive debt they could not pay, or faced a powerful opponent they could not defeat, a wealthier, stronger individual could step in as their surety. The guarantor would place their own reputation, and their own assets, on the line to protect the vulnerable person. The psalmist realizes that he is completely outmatched by his enemies. The “arrogant” individuals oppressing him are not just schoolyard bullies; they are the wealthy, powerful proxies of the dark spiritual realm. Therefore, he looks up to the Most High God, and essentially prays, “Lord, I need You to co-sign my life. I need You to step in as my cosmic Guarantor. Put the infinite weight of Your reputation between me and my oppressors, so that they cannot destroy me.” The second segment is: The Exhaustion of the Watchman Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verse one hundred twenty-three. My eyes strain to see your rescue, to see the truth of your promise fulfilled. Here, we encounter the direct connection to the Hebrew letter “Ayin,” the eye. The psalmist confesses, “My eyes strain to see your rescue.” Other translations render this, “My eyes fail, looking for your salvation.” This paints a vivid, heartbreaking picture of spiritual and physical exhaustion. Imagine a watchman standing on the high wall of a besieged city. The enemy army has surrounded the gates, the food supplies are running out, and the watchman is staring out at the distant horizon, looking for the dust cloud of a rescuing army. He stares for hours, days, and weeks, until his eyes burn, blur, and literally begin to fail from the sheer intensity of the vigil. This is the agonizing reality of living in the “already, but not yet” phase of God's redemption. The psalmist knows that God has promised deliverance. He knows the character of Yahweh. But the waiting is taking a devastating toll on his physical body. He is straining to see the truth of the promise materialize in real time. It is a profound comfort to realize that the Bible does not gloss over the fatigue of the faithful. It is incredibly tiring to live a life of integrity in a world that rewards corruption. It is exhausting to keep your eyes fixed on the horizon of God's justice, when the present moment is filled with the taunts of the arrogant. Yet, even as his eyes fail, the psalmist refuses to stop looking. He will not lower his gaze to the mud; he keeps his vision locked on the heavens, anticipating the arrival of the King. The third segment is: The Privileges of the Servant Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred twenty-four and one hundred twenty-five. I am your servant; deal with me in unfailing love, and teach me your decrees. Give discernment to me, your servant; then I will understand your laws. In the midst of his exhaustion, the psalmist re-establishes his identity. Twice in these two verses, he declares, “I am your servant.” In our modern, democratic culture, we often view the title of “servant” as something degrading, or lowly. But in the ancient Near East, to be the direct servant of a sovereign king was a position of immense privilege, authority, and protection. A king was legally and morally obligated to provide for, and protect, the members of his royal household. By claiming the title of “servant,” the psalmist is invoking the royal obligations of Yahweh. He is saying, “Lord, I belong to Your administration. I work for Your kingdom. Therefore, deal with me in unfailing love.” Here is our bedrock, anchor word once again: Hesed. He is not asking God to deal with him based on his own merit, or his own strength, because his strength is currently failing. He asks God to treat him according to His loyal, stubborn, covenant-keeping affection. And what does this weary servant request from his Master? He does not ask for gold, silver, or an immediate, magical escape from his problems. He asks for education. “...and teach me your decrees. Give discernment to me... then I will understand your laws.” The psalmist realizes that his physical eyes might be failing, but his spiritual eyes desperately need to be sharpened. The Hebrew word for discernment means to separate, to distinguish, or to perceive with clarity. He wants the ability to look at the chaotic, confusing events of his life, and perceive the underlying, cosmic architecture of God's plan. He knows that true comfort does not come from a change of circumstances; true comfort comes from a deep, profound understanding of the Creator's laws. The fourth segment is: The Courtroom Demand for Cosmic Justice Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verse one hundred twenty-six. Lord, it is time for you to act, for these evil people have violated your instructions. This single verse is one of the most remarkable, audacious prayers in the entire Psalter. The psalmist shifts from the posture of a weary servant, to the posture of a prosecuting attorney in the divine courtroom. He looks up at the throne, and declares, “Lord, it is time for you to act.” This is a direct, legal petition to the Divine Council. The psalmist is not being disrespectful; he is being intensely prophetic. He is surveying the cultural landscape, and he sees that the rebellion of the arrogant has reached a critical, unsustainable tipping point. He presents his evidence: “...for these evil people have violated your instructions.” Literally, the Hebrew says, “They...

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Many people know what the Bible says, but few understand what God means. Knowledge of Scripture alone is not enough—we must also understand its meaning. In Episode 11 of “Wisdom,” Duane Sheriff teaches about the second pillar in the house of wisdom—understanding.Proverbs 9:1 and Proverbs 1:2–5 reveal that wisdom is built on seven pillars, beginning with knowledge and then understanding. Knowledge is knowing the truth of what God says in the Bible. Understanding means grasping what that truth means and how it connects. Without understanding, it's easy to misunderstand or misuse Scripture—to “read the Bible through a straw” by focusing on a single verse while ignoring its context—and end up confused about God's Word.Through Jesus' example in Luke 24 and Paul's prayers for the church, we see that true understanding is a work of the Holy Spirit opening the eyes of our hearts. As God gives both knowledge of what He has said and understanding of what He means, we move beyond information into transformation. The pillar of understanding enables us to interpret Scripture correctly, discern the times we are living in, and walk out God's will in our daily lives.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

ജ്ഞാനവും വിവേകവും | Wisdom & Understanding | Malayalam Christian Message | Br. Damien Antony | Morning Glory 1893 | 15 April 2026Stop building your life on shifting sands; intelligence alone cannot save a collapsing home.ബുദ്ധിശക്തിയല്ല, ദൈവീകമായ ജ്ഞാനമാണ് നിങ്ങളുടെ ജീവിതത്തെ തകർക്കാനാവാത്ത പാറമേൽ പണിയുന്നത്. ഈ സന്ദേശം നിങ്ങളുടെ ജീവിതത്തിന് പുതിയൊരു ദിശാബോധം നൽകും.In an era where Fear of the Lord is often dismissed as outdated, this message explores the critical distinction between Human Intelligence (IQ) and Divine Wisdom. While intelligence is a biological trait, true wisdom is a Divine Insight gifted by the Creator. Rooted in Proverbs 2:6, we understand that the Lord is the sole source of knowledge. This isn't just about accumulating facts; it is about the Spirit of Wisdom as mentioned in Isaiah 11:2, which guides the believer through the complexities of modern life.ദൈവവചനത്തിൻ്റെ അനുഗ്രഹങ്ങൾക്കായി Blessing Today ചാനൽ ഇപ്പോൾ തന്നെ Subscribe ചെയ്യൂ! ✨പുതിയ വീഡിയോകൾക്കായി Bell Icon അമർത്തുക.

Slow down. Teach them to look—and then teach them to look again.

If you want justice to change, you cannot treat equality like a slogan. You have to fight for it like it is personal. In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill sits down with Ben Crump, renowned civil rights attorney and founder of Ben Crump Law, to unpack what it really means to pursue equality inside a system shaped by power, precedent, and bias. Ben explains why progress is often incremental, why the biggest injustice is not always what makes the news, and why lawyers have a responsibility to speak truth to power even when it is unpopular. This conversation is a reminder that influence is only valuable when you use it to protect people who do not have any. Here's what you'll learn: Why racism and discrimination in America are rooted in economics, and how that shapes the fight for justice today How to handle death threats, public attacks, and the personal cost of taking on high-profile civil rights cases What it means to use your legal education to speak truth to power, even when it's controversial, unpopular, or dangerous If you have a legal education, you have a responsibility to make the world a better place. This episode will remind you why. ---- Show Notes: 02:53 — Ben explains the sacrifice behind the work, and why it feels like the news never stops giving him another family to serve. 03:55 — Ben talks about “incremental progress,” why change never happens overnight, and why cases like George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery still matter as proof that accountability is possible. 05:39 — Michael asks where the real problem begins; Ben says it starts with whether people truly believe the Declaration of Independence, then explains how he tests that belief in jury selection. 11:53 — Ben shares how he stays optimistic, first through his own upbringing and family, then through a surprising source: what law school taught him about “precedent.” 16:42 — Ben tells the story of his mother and grandmother, the power of education, and how Brown v. Board and Thurgood Marshall shaped his mission when he was only nine years old. 21:20 — Michael brings up the backlash and threats; Ben explains why he accepts the risk, what “influence” is for, and why speaking truth to power is part of the job. 25:50 — Ben gives a practical answer to “But what can I do?” in the face of injustice 29:13 — Ben reflects on being a “rent lawyer,” and why the small cases and hard seasons are what sharpen the skills you will rely on later. ---- Links & Resources: Ben Crump Law Civil: Ben Crump (Netflix Documentary) Thurgood Marshall Frederick Douglass Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence ---- Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O'Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 297. Ken Feinberg — Behind the 9/11 Compensation Fund: Navigating Tragedy & Complex Mediation 281. Nick Rowley — Brutal Honesty in Action: The Key to Legal Victory 209. Mark Lanier — A Lasting Legacy of Justice, Truth, and Billion-Dollar Verdicts

Welcome to Day 2839 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2839 – "The Twelve" and Their Marching Orders – Luke 6:12-49 Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2839 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2839 of our trek. The purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Each Tuesday, I will share the messages I have delivered at Putnam Congregational Church this year. This is the sixteenth message in a year-long series covering the Good News as narrated by Luke. Today's message covers Luke six, verses twelve through forty-nine, and is titled “"The Twelve" and Their Marching Orders” . I pray it will be a conduit for learning and encouragement for you. Putnam Church Message – 03/15/2026 Luke's Account of the Good News - “The Twelve and Their Marching Orders”   Last week, we continued our study of the ministry of Jesus Christ with a message titled “The Defiant Messiah.”  We learned that He is not defiant against the Father. He is defiant against anything that misrepresents the Father. Today, we continue with the sixteenth message in Luke's narrative of the Good News of Jesus Christ in a message titled “The Twelve and Their Marching Orders.”  Our Core verses for this week are Luke 6:12-49, found on page 1600 of your Pew Bibles.  The Twelve Apostles 12 One of those days Jesus went out to a mountainside to pray, and spent the night praying to God. 13 When morning came, he called his disciples to him and chose twelve of them, whom he also designated apostles: 14 Simon (whom he named Peter), his brother Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, 15 Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Simon who was called the Zealot, 16 Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor. Blessings and Woes 17 He went down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples was there and a great number of people from all over Judea, from Jerusalem, and from the coastal region around Tyre and Sidon, 18 who had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases. Those troubled by impure spirits were cured, 19 and the people all tried to touch him, because power was coming from him and healing them all. 20 Looking at his disciples, he said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. 22 Blessed are you when people hate you, when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man. 23 “Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For that is how their ancestors treated the prophets. 24 “But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. 25 Woe to you who are well fed now, for you will go hungry. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep. 26 Woe to you when everyone speaks well of you, for that is how their ancestors treated the false prophets. Love for Enemies 27 “But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. 30 Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. 31 Do to others as you would have them do to you. 32 “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. 33 And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do that. 34 And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. 35 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. 36 Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. Judging Others 37 “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” 39 He also told them this parable: “Can the blind lead the blind? Will they not both fall into a pit? 40 The student is not above the teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like their teacher. 41 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 42 How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,' when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye. A Tree and Its Fruit 43 “No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44 Each tree is recognized by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thornbushes, or grapes from briers. 45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of. The Wise and Foolish Builders 46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say? 47 As for everyone who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you what they are like. 48 They are like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. 49 But the one who hears my words and does not put them into practice is like a man who built a house on the ground without a foundation. The moment the torrent struck that house, it collapsed and its destruction was complete.”     Opening Prayer Father, thank You for Your Word and for the Lord Jesus Christ, who not only saves us but teaches us how to live as citizens of His kingdom. Open our minds to understand, soften our hearts to receive, and strengthen our wills to obey. Teach us what real discipleship looks like. Guard us from being hearers only and make us doers of Your Word. In Jesus' name, amen. Introduction For a number of years, “discipleship” became a kind of Christian buzzword. Conferences were built around it. Books were written about it. Churches made programs for it. Seminar speakers diagrammed it on whiteboards and filled binders with methods for it. And some of that was very good. Many believers can look back and say, “Somebody poured into me. Somebody noticed me. Somebody taught me not just Bible facts, but how to walk with Christ.”  That is a beautiful thing. For me, that would be primarily my parents. But discipleship did not begin in the 1970s. It did not begin in a seminar notebook. It did not begin in a curriculum. It began in the heart of Jesus. And when we come to Luke 6:12–49, we see something crucial: Jesus did not merely gather crowds. / He made disciples. / And He did not merely make disciples in general. / He first chose twelve men, and then He began to shape them for mission. / One thing we don't want to miss as we focus today on the twelve is that there were many others who traveled with Jesus during His ministry, including several women, who assisted in funding the ministry. That matters, because crowds are impressed by miracles,...

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Today's generation is one of the most informed in human history, yet confusion and destruction are rampant. Why? Because having information without God's wisdom leaves us powerless. In Episode 10 of "Wisdom," Duane Sheriff teaches that without the knowledge of God, we are powerless.The first pillar of wisdom is knowledge, yet many embrace the cultural lie that “what you don't know won't hurt you." Scripture teaches the opposite. Hosea 4:6 warns that God's people are destroyed for lack of knowledge—not a lack of information, but a lack of knowing God Himself.Biblical knowledge is more than knowledge. In Scripture, "to know" speaks of an intimate relationship—the same word used to describe the union between husband and wife. True transformation begins not by knowing about God, but by truly knowing Him. Without the foundational pillar of experiential knowledge through a relationship with Jesus, we cannot build anything that lasts. Yet through this intimate relationship, we become one spirit with Christ and bear the spiritual fruit of love, joy, and peace.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

Software maintenance is often framed as a technical problem. Refactoring code, fixing bugs, or upgrading dependencies. In this conversation, Robby Russell talks with Rein Henrichs about a different lens, one centered on understanding. Rein is a Principal Software Engineer at Procore, where he works within a large, long-lived system used across the construction industry. Rather than focusing on tooling, Rein emphasizes that well-maintained software is software that makes sense to the people maintaining it. To explain this, Rein introduces the idea of the line of representation, drawing on the work of Richard Cook. Engineers do not interact directly with systems. They rely on representations such as logs, dashboards, and code. These are approximations, not reality, echoing ideas from Plato's Allegory of the Cave. When those representations break down, teams lose shared understanding, what Rein describes as “common ground.” This often shows up as weak signals. Subtle indicators that something is not quite right. They are easy to ignore, but over time they lead to confusion and slower decision-making. Incidents make this especially visible. Rein explains how teams build alignment under pressure, highlighting that the role of an incident commander is coordination, not control. Clear communication matters as much as technical correctness. The conversation also explores how large systems behave in practice. They rarely fail completely. Instead, they degrade in multiple ways at once. While SLOs can help teams respond to customer-facing issues, they do not capture internal clarity or alignment. Rein references W. Edwards Deming to highlight a common trap. Not everything that matters can be measured. High-performing teams often rely on judgment, experience, and shared context. Toward the end, Rein connects these ideas to The Field Guide to Understanding Human Error by Sidney Dekker, challenging the idea that incidents are simply caused by mistakes. Instead, they emerge from the same behaviors that usually lead to success, just under different conditions. For teams working in complex systems, the takeaway is straightforward. Maintaining software depends on maintaining understanding. Links & Resources Procore Rein Henrichs on LinkedIn Concepts & References How Complex Systems Fail – Richard Cook The Field Guide to Understanding Human Error – Sidney Dekker W. Edwards Deming Gerald Weinberg – Secrets of Consulting Referenced in this Conversation Kent Beck: You're Ignoring Optionality and Paying for It Charity Majors: Deploys Are Just the Beginning Heidi Helfand: The Art and Wisdom of Changing Teams Thanks to Our Sponsor! Turn hours of debugging into just minutes! AppSignal is a performance monitoring and error-tracking tool designed for Ruby, Elixir, Python, Node.js, Javascript, and other frameworks. It offers six powerful features with one simple interface, providing developers with real-time insights into the performance and health of web applications. Keep your coding cool and error-free, one line at a time!  Use the code maintainable to get a 10% discount for your first year. Check them out! Subscribe to Maintainable on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyOr search "Maintainable" wherever you stream your podcasts.Keep up to date with the Maintainable Podcast by joining the newsletter.

Here's the truth: wisdom begins with fearing (revering) the Lord. It's not about being scared of God, but being in awe of His power, mercy, and grace. When we humble ourselves and admit we don't have all the answers, that's when God can give us the insight we desperately need—for our marriages, our kids, our finances, our futures. If you have a story where Jesus has changed your life since you been here at Shelter Cove we would love to hear about it here: https://beyond.sheltercovelive.com/storiesCONNECT WITH SHELTER COVE HERE AT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheltercove Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheltercovelive Website: https://sheltercovelive.com #Wisdom #FearoftheLord #ShelterCove

1 Every wise woman builds her house, but the foolish one tears it down with her own hands. 2 He who walks in his uprightness fears Yahweh, but he who is perverse in his ways despises him. 3 The fool's talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them. 4 Where no oxen are, the crib is clean, but much increase is by the strength of the ox. 5 A truthful witness will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies. 6 A scoffer seeks wisdom, and doesn't find it, but knowledge comes easily to a discerning person. 7 Stay away from a foolish man, for you won't find knowledge on his lips. 8 The wisdom of the prudent is to think about his way, but the folly of fools is deceit. 9 Fools mock at making atonement for sins, but among the upright there is good will. 10 The heart knows its own bitterness and joy; he will not share these with a stranger. 11 The house of the wicked will be overthrown, but the tent of the upright will flourish. 12 There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death. 13 Even in laughter the heart may be sorrowful, and mirth may end in heaviness. 14 The unfaithful will be repaid for his own ways; likewise a good man will be rewarded for his ways. 15 A simple man believes everything, but the prudent man carefully considers his ways. 16 A wise man fears and shuns evil, but the fool is hot headed and reckless. 17 He who is quick to become angry will commit folly, and a crafty man is hated. 18 The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 19 The evil bow down before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous. 20 The poor person is shunned even by his own neighbor, but the rich person has many friends. 21 He who despises his neighbor sins, but he who has pity on the poor is blessed. 22 Don't they go astray who plot evil? But love and faithfulness belong to those who plan good. 23 In all hard work there is profit, but the talk of the lips leads only to poverty. 24 The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools crowns them with folly. 25 A truthful witness saves souls, but a false witness is deceitful. 26 In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children. 27 The fear of Yahweh is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death. 28 In the multitude of people is the king's glory, but in the lack of people is the destruction of the prince. 29 He who is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a quick temper displays folly. 30 The life of the body is a heart at peace, but envy rots the bones. 31 He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for his Maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him. 32 The wicked is brought down in his calamity, but in death, the righteous has a refuge. 33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools. 34 Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people. 35 The king's favor is toward a servant who deals wisely, but his wrath is toward one who causes shame. Listen Donate Subscribe: Proverbs Daily Podcast Psalms Daily Podcast

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You've seen the Hollywood version of the Red Sea parting, but do you know the spiritual reason God led Israel into a dead end? Sometimes the "wrong direction" in the eyes of the world is the only way to see the "salvation of the Lord." Summary: In this deep dive into Exodus 14–18, we follow Israel out of Egypt and into the refining fires of the wilderness. We explore how Jehovah transforms a group of former slaves into a covenant people through trials of hunger, thirst, and war. The Red Sea Crossing: We analyze why God told Israel to "stand still" and see His power, and how the cloud that gave light to Israel was darkness to the Egyptians. The Wilderness of Sin: We address the "murmuring" of Israel and the miracle of Manna. We learn that God provides "daily bread" to teach us daily dependence on Him. Water from the Rock: We look at the symbolism of the smitten rock at Rephidim and how it points directly to the Living Water offered by Jesus Christ. Sustaining the Prophet: We study the battle with Amalek and the vital role of Aaron and Hur in holding up Moses' hands. We discuss how "sustaining" our leaders is an active, physical labor. The Wisdom of Jethro: We conclude with the organizational breakthrough in Exodus 18. Jethro teaches Moses (and us) that "this thing is too heavy for thee," showing the power of delegation and shared responsibility in the kingdom of God. Call-to-Action: Are you currently facing a "Red Sea" with Pharaoh's army behind you and nowhere to go? How has the Lord provided "manna" for you during a lean season of your life? Share your experiences in the comments! To keep your faith "Unshaken" as we approach the foot of Mount Sinai, please like, subscribe, and share this video. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 6:38 Entangled in Sin 16:45 Faith or Fear 22:19 Stand Still or Move Forward 27:50 Impossible Commands 38:03 Parting the Waters 52:30 Swallowed Up in the Sea 58:15 The Sea of Faith 1:04:42 The Song of Moses 1:21:52 Murmuring at Marah 1:32:25 Manna from Heaven 1:59:14 Memorializing the Manna 2:06:49 More Murmuring 2:18:01 Sustaining the Prophet 2:42:11 Jethro, Moses, & the Blessings of Extended Family 2:52:22 What the Lord Has Done 2:56:49 Learning to Lead: Doing For or Doing To 3:12:34 Teach Correct Principles and Let Them Govern Themselves 3:46:06 Learning to Delegate

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In this inspiring interview, Author and Stanford Design Lab Professor Dave Evans shares insights on living a meaningful life through design thinking, acceptance, and presence. Discover practical tools and spiritual perspectives to enhance your well-being and purpose.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Office Hours for Life04:12 Ancient Wisdom and Modern Reframes07:41 Acceptance and the Design Mindset10:57 Creating Your Own Narrative14:57 Heartbreak and Acceptance18:59 The Power of Choice20:45 Reframing Life's Challenges22:45 Embracing Aging and Wisdom24:41 Intimacy with Death and the Present Moment25:34 The Pain of Loss and Its Impact on Life28:39 Miscarriage and the Taboos Surrounding It29:39 Acceptance of Life's Messy Parts30:58 Design Thinking: A Reality-Based Approach31:10 The Limitations of Impact as Meaning34:47 Purpose as a Direction, Not a Destination36:30 Heart Coherence and Compassion39:16 Moment Making: The Art of Being Present40:25 Judgment, Self-Forgiveness, and Compassion43:02 The Role of Authenticity in Parenting44:14 Finding Meaning in the Present MomentSponsors: LMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOODFATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLYDave Evans Resources: Book: HOW TO LIVE A MEANINGFUL LIFE: Using Design Thinking to Unlock Purpose, Joy, and Flow Every Day Website: designingyour.lifeInstagram: @ fullyalive_bydesignStanford Design Lab: Life Design Lab Bio: Dave Evans is a lecturer in the Product Design Program at Stanford. He holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford and a graduate diploma in Contemplative Spirituality from San Francisco Theological Seminary. While at Apple, he led product marketing for the mouse team and introduced laser printing to the masses. Having participated in forming the corporate cultures at Apple and EA, Dave decided his best work was in helping organizations build creative environments where people could do great work and love doing it. Helping people get traction on the question “What should I do with my life?” finally took Dave to Cal and Stanford and continues to be his life's work. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jeff Durbin -Proverbs 28:9- We are continuing in our study of God's Divine Wisdom in the Book of Proverbs. Today, we are going to examine God's Wisdom and warning about turning away our ears from hearing God's Law. This truth from the Word of God is particularly important in our day. The theological landscape is filled with unbiblical views on the Law of God. Many are taught that God's Law is no longer an abiding standard for Christians under the New Covenant. They are encouraged to no longer hear the Law of God. It's imbedded in their theology and preaching. God's Wisdom says something so different. It gives us guidance on what our heart, mind, and ear's posture is to be when given God's instruction. May God bless us with a love for His Law!

Welcome to Day 2838 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2838 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 119:113-120 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2838 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2838 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The Title for Today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Samekh of Support – An Undivided Loyalty In our previous episode on this grand expedition, we navigated the dark and treacherous trails of the fourteenth stanza in Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, the “Nun” section. We learned that to survive the suffocating darkness of a hostile world, we must carry the lamp of God's Word. We discovered that the Creator does not typically give us a massive searchlight to illuminate the next twenty years, but rather, a small, flickering clay lamp that provides just enough truth for the very next step. We promised to keep walking, carefully avoiding the tripwires of the wicked, and we claimed the eternal testimonies of the Lord as our greatest, permanent heritage. Today, we take our next courageous step forward, transitioning from the imagery of a lamp, to the reality of a fortress. We are entering the fifteenth stanza of this magnificent, alphabetical mountain. We are exploring the “Samekh” section, covering Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, verses one hundred thirteen through one hundred twenty, in the New Living Translation. In the ancient Hebrew alphabet, the letter “Samekh” was originally depicted as a prop, a pillar, or a sturdy shield. It represents something that you can lean your entire weight against when you are utterly exhausted, knowing that it will not collapse. This imagery forms the absolute backbone of this entire stanza. The psalmist is tired of the spiritual compromise around him. He is drawing a hard line in the sand, rejecting the cultural pressure to mix his faith with the idolatry of the world. He is declaring an undivided loyalty to Yahweh, and in return, he is asking the Creator to prop him up, and shield him from the fallout. Let us step onto the trail, and learn how to lean on the pillar of truth. The first segment is: The Hatred of the Divided Heart and the Divine Shield Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred thirteen through one hundred fifteen. I hate those with divided loyalties, but I love your instructions. You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope. Get out of my life, you evil-minded people, for I intend to obey the commands of my God. The stanza opens with a jarring, absolute declaration: “I hate those with divided loyalties.” Other translations render this as, “I hate the double-minded.” To modern ears, this sounds harsh, perhaps even unloving. But to understand this, we must look through the lens of the Ancient Israelite worldview. In the ancient Near East, the greatest threat to Israel was not atheism; it was syncretism. Syncretism is the blending of different religions. The surrounding pagan nations, governed by the rebel gods of the Divine Council, constantly pressured the Israelites to compromise. The temptation was to worship Yahweh on the Sabbath, but then sacrifice to Baal on Tuesday to ensure a good harvest, or pray to Asherah for fertility. A person with "divided loyalties" is someone who limps between two opinions. They want the blessings of the Creator, but they also want to participate in the corrupt, chaotic systems of the rebel principalities. The psalmist hates this double-mindedness, because it is spiritual treason. It is a fundamental betrayal of the cosmic order. You cannot serve two masters. In stark contrast, he declares, “...but I love your instructions.” He refuses to mix his devotion. He wants the pure, unadulterated blueprint of the Most High God. Because he refuses to compromise, he immediately makes himself a target. The culture does not tolerate exclusive loyalty to Yahweh. So, he runs to his defense: “You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope.” Here is the “Samekh” in action. A refuge is a place to hide, and a shield is a mobile defense that deflects incoming arrows. The psalmist realizes that his own human willpower is not a sufficient defense against the spiritual warfare of his culture. If he is going to stand firm against the pressure of double-mindedness, he must hide his mind behind the massive, impenetrable shield of the Creator. This fierce loyalty leads to a drastic, practical boundary. “Get out of my life, you evil-minded people, for I intend to obey the commands of my God.” Literally, the Hebrew says, “Depart from me, you evildoers.” The psalmist recognizes that bad company corrupts good character. The “evil-minded people” are those who have fully embraced the chaotic rebellion of the world. They are the agents of compromise. The psalmist is not just being antisocial; he is executing a spiritual quarantine. He knows that if he allows these voices of compromise to constantly whisper in his ear, his own heart might become divided. He draws a firm, unyielding boundary, protecting his environment so that he can fulfill his singular intention: obeying the commands of his God. The second segment is: The Plea to be Propped Up Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred sixteen and one hundred seventeen. Lord, sustain me as you promised, that I may live! Do not let my hope be crushed. Sustain me, and I will be rescued; then I will meditate continually on your decrees. After boldly drawing his boundaries and evicting the evildoers, the adrenaline fades, and the psalmist feels his own profound human weakness. He cries out, “Lord, sustain me as you promised, that I may live!” The Hebrew word used here for “sustain” is samakh, which is the exact verbal root of the letter “Samekh.” It literally means to lean your hand heavily upon something, to prop up, to uphold, or to brace. Think of a timber pillar holding up the collapsing roof of a mine shaft. The psalmist feels the crushing, gravitational weight of the world pressing down on his shoulders. He has chosen the hard path of undivided loyalty, and the pressure is threatening to cave his chest in. He begs Yahweh, “Step under this weight with me. Be my pillar. Prop me up, because if You do not uphold me, I am going to collapse, and my life will be extinguished.” He anchors this desperate plea to the covenant, asking God to intervene “as you promised.” He adds a poignant, emotional request: “Do not let my hope be crushed.” Or, “Do not let me be ashamed of my hope.” He has bet everything on the invisible reality of the Creator's kingdom. He has alienated the powerful, evil-minded people of his community to stay true to the Torah. If God fails to support him, his entire worldview will shatter, and the mockers will have won. He repeats the plea for emphasis: “Sustain me, and I will be rescued; then I will meditate continually on your decrees.” Notice the cause and effect. He does not say, “I will meditate, and therefore I will rescue myself.” He acknowledges that salvation comes entirely from the external, upholding power of God. The rescue must happen first. When Yahweh steps in and braces the collapsing walls of his life, it frees the psalmist's mind. Once he is secure, leaning safely against the pillar of grace, he can return to his favorite occupation: meditating continually on the eternal decrees of the King. The Third segment is: The Dross of the Earth and the Purity of Justice Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred eighteen and one hundred nineteen But you have rejected all who wander from your decrees. They are only fooling themselves. You skim off the wicked of the earth like scum; no wonder I love to obey your laws! From the safety of his divine refuge, the psalmist looks out at the fate of the double-minded. He makes a sobering, objective observation about cosmic justice: “But you have rejected all who wander from your decrees. They are only fooling themselves.” The rebel gods promise freedom and power to those who wander off the path, but the psalmist reveals the ultimate, tragic reality: wandering leads to rejection. The Most High God will not permit the universe to remain in a state of chaotic rebellion forever. The people who think they are outsmarting the system, playing both sides with divided loyalties, are entirely deceived. The literal translation is, “their deceit is falsehood.” They are living in an illusion, a house of cards that is destined to fall. The psalmist then uses a startling, industrial metaphor to describe God's judgment: “You skim off the wicked of the earth like scum.” The Hebrew word here is sig, which refers to dross, or slag. In the ancient metallurgical process of refining silver or gold, the raw ore was placed in a...

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What if everything we're building in our lives—families, careers, ministries, and legacies—could crumble in an instant without the right foundation? In Episode 9 of "Wisdom," Duane Sheriff teaches how to become a “wise master builder” by understanding the seven pillars of wisdom revealed in Proverbs 1:2–5: knowledge, understanding, judgment, justice, equity, discretion, and subtlety.Jesus' teaching on the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7, along with Paul's warning in 1 Corinthians 3, reveals that God is not only concerned with what we build, but how we build it. Lives built through grace, faith, and God's wisdom endure like gold, silver, and precious stones, while works produced through human effort alone resemble wood, hay, and stubble.These seven pillars form the framework of a life built in partnership with God—building something eternal that will endure life's storms and survive the fire of God's judgment.Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/landing/wisdom/

Fear God and Obey His Commandments: Psalm 113, Ecclesiastes 12 & Wisdom 16 by Shawn Ozbun

The Preacher sets up the grandest controlled experiment in history: what if you had unlimited resources and tried every possible avenue to meaning? Wisdom, pleasure, laughter, wine, building projects, slaves, herds, silver, gold, concubines. Solomon held nothing back, and his conclusion is devastating. All of it was vanity and a striving after wind, and there was nothing to be gained under the sun. The pleasure chapter is not a permission slip; it is a crash report filed by the richest man who ever lived.  The Rev. Donald Stein, pastor of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Rockton, IL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Ecclesiastes 1:12–2:11.  To learn more about St. Andrew Lutheran, visit standrewrockton.com. What does a man gain from all his toil under the sun? Solomon asked that question three thousand years ago, and it still cuts. Ecclesiastes is the Bible's most unflinching book about work, wealth, wisdom, and the ache nothing in this life can fill. It is also one of the most pastoral, because the Preacher tells the truth about death, time, and meaning without leaving the reader in despair. Pastor Booe and guest pastors from across the Synod study it verse by verse, following Solomon's argument to where it finally lands: fear God and keep His commandments.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

In this timely episode I've invited back Wade Chumney (wade.chumney@csun.edu), a speaker, consultant and transformational leader who is a recognized thought leader on AI and Human Ethics.  Ethics is arguably the most important issue facing us today. Wade hosts two podcasts: The AI Ethics Dude and The Reflective Revolution, and co-hosts the Consciousness RenAIssance YouTube channel. Wade is an Associate Professor of Business Ethics & Law and holds a Juris Doctor and a Masters of Information Systems. He is an adherent of the Platonic wisdom tradition and has written a book about developing one's consciousness: Conscious Business Ethics: The Practical Guide to Wisdom. SHOW NOTES  SPONSORED BY: Power of You! Find out more at https://leader.blainebartlett.com/power-of-you Summary In this conversation, Blaine and Wade Chumney explore the intersection of AI, consciousness, and ethics. They discuss the implications of AI development on ethical behavior, the nature of consciousness, and the importance of teaching ethics in business. The conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things and the ripple effect of ethical behavior in society. Chumney shares insights from his teaching experience and the practical applications of virtue ethics, highlighting the need for a conscious approach to AI and business ethics. Takeaways AI is progressing at an exponential rate, raising ethical concerns. Ethics is the most important issue facing our species today. Your intention shapes your experience with AI. There is a significant difference between theory and practice in ethics. Everything in the universe is interconnected, emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior. The golden rule serves as a fundamental principle of ethics. Consciousness is the foundation from which all forms arise. We need to actively spread the principles of ethics in society. AI has the potential to change everything if it becomes conscious. Understanding our interconnectedness can lead to a more ethical future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 226 of Creating Your Encore Life, recorded on the my 76th birthday, I return after a pause spent caring for my mother, handling her passing, writing a book, and building a custom AI.   I reintroduce the podcast's focus on experienced professionals 55+ who are approaching or in retirement and feel called to something more. I address common tensions in leaving corporate life—identity shifts, the fear of irrelevance, and how to use a "wisdom dividend" built from years of experience and people challenges.   I discuss becoming a "company of one," using AI as leverage, and previews my book "Not Done Yet: Work Worth and Wisdom in the Age of AI," with the podcast serving as a living laboratory while I finish it.   I invite listeners to subscribe, share, and try my free Lynn AI via show notes.   Free Link to LynnAI Think ChatGPT, but trained specifically for professionals 55+ who refuse to be "done." LynnAI helps you design your encore career using proven frameworks—not generic retirement advice. Built by someone who's actually done it. "Turn 40 years of expertise into your most valuable decade yet. Start with LynnAI free → https://app.coachvox.ai/share/LynnFriesth     00:00 Welcome Back at 76 00:26 Why the Podcast Paused 00:58 Who This Show Serves 01:26 Identity After Corporate 01:54 Your Wisdom Dividend 02:23 Company of One Path 02:37 AI as Your Ally 03:00 Not Done Yet Book 03:22 New Episode Roadmap 03:52 Subscribe and Next Steps

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Read Online“Do not be amazed that I told you, ‘You must be born from above.' The wind blows where it wills, and you can hear the sound it makes, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes; so it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” John 3:6–8Today's Gospel offers us an opportunity to ponder the relationship between faith and reason. Is it good to live our lives according to human reason? Certainly! The natural virtue of prudence is the ability to use our human reason to discern the right course of action in any given situation, choosing what is most reasonable to achieve good and avoid harm. Unfortunately, we often make choices based not on prudence but on unruly passions and disordered desires. Prudence helps us cut through the confusion so we can choose the most reasonable course of action.Natural prudence, however, is not enough if we want to choose God's will in all circumstances. God's will is not contrary to reason and natural prudence; it is above what our natural minds alone can discern. This was the struggle Nicodemus had in today's Gospel.Nicodemus, a well-respected Pharisee, “came to Jesus at night” to converse with Him. Jesus warmly welcomed him and their conversation ensued. Some Church Fathers have interpreted the detail that it was at night as a symbol of Nicodemus' faith: it had not yet been enlightened by divinely revealed truth. He was clearly open and curious, knowing there was something special about Jesus, which is evidenced by his initial greeting: “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God, for no one can do these signs that you are doing unless God is with him” (John 3:2). Nicodemus, familiar with Jesus' miracles, understood that only God could empower one to do such things. This opened the door to his curiosity, which led him to seek Jesus out for a conversation.What a beautiful starting point for faith! Like Nicodemus, when we encounter God's almighty power in some way—such as during prayer, the holy virtues of another, or through our reading of the Scriptures—we will experience a certain tug on our hearts. We might not fully understand such an experience, but we must act on it. If we do not, we silence the gentle promptings of the Holy Spirit.Nicodemus sought understanding, and Jesus' response to him was exactly what he needed. Jesus did not address Nicodemus' compliment; instead, He addressed Nicodemus as a person and said what he needed to hear: “Amen, amen, I say to you, unless one is born from above, he cannot see the Kingdom of God” (John 3:3).Nicodemus responded in a way we are all tempted to do when we face a divine mystery—he tried to figure it out through the use of his natural reason alone: “How can a person once grown old be born again? Surely he cannot reenter his mother's womb and be born again, can he?” (John 3:4). This is a common tendency. We want to figure things out so they make sense. However, the only way to make sense of life is to allow our human reason to be informed and elevated by the grace of the Holy Spirit. For that reason, Jesus continued to insist on speaking mysteriously, to draw Nicodemus beyond natural prudential judgments into supernatural understanding.Reflect today on the mysterious ways the Holy Spirit communicates to you. Like the wind, the Holy Spirit moves through our lives, unseen yet transformative, refreshing our souls with His gentle guidance. We cannot direct His movements, but we can recognize His presence in the stirrings of grace and the fruits of goodness in our lives. When we allow ourselves to be carried by the Spirit, we find ourselves led in directions we might never have chosen on our own but that always lead us closer to God's will and His Kingdom.Lord of true Wisdom, Your thoughts are far above our thoughts and Your ways are far above our ways. Please bestow upon me, and upon all Your children, Your Holy Spirit so that we can always discern and choose Your holy will. I pray that Your grace will enlighten my natural reason so that I may know and love You with all my heart. Jesus, I trust in You.    Image: Visit of Nicodemus to Christ by John La FargeSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

The Holy Trinity Of Success

From Dissolution into Action: The Fire Begins to MoveThis week brings several supportive sextiles between personal planets and larger transformational forces, creating a sense of constructive momentum after months of emotional and psychic saturation.But this movement unfolds within a volatile collective field.As old paradigms destabilize, we continue to witness the dangerous distortions of wounded leadership, unchecked power, and fear-based systems grasping for control in the death throes of dominator culture. Astrology does not ask us to bypass that reality. It asks us to orient within it.The deeper story of this week is that both Mercury and Mars have completed unusually long journeys through Pisces due to retrograde motion and slower movement (since February).That is a long time for the mind and will to move through the waters of grief, intuition, uncertainty, dissolution, and unconscious material.Now both planets have entered, or will enter, Aries.This week invites clarified courage, disciplined action, and the maturation of leadership.Key Astrology Cycles This WeekMonday, April 13 – Venus in Taurus sextile Jupiter in CancerGrounding, nourishment, relational warmth, and emotional support. Growth may come through receiving rather than striving.Tuesday, April 14 – Mercury in Pisces sextile Uranus in TaurusFinal intuitive breakthrough before Mercury leaves Pisces.Tuesday, April 14 – Mercury enters AriesAfter 10 weeks in Pisces, the mind sharpens. Clarity emerges. Communication becomes more direct.Thursday, April 16 – Mars in Aries sextile Pluto in AquariusFocused power, disciplined force, transformational action. A reminder that power itself is not the problem, unconscious power is.Friday, April 17 – New Moon at 28° Aries conjunct Chiron in Aries A potent new cycle of healing around identity, courage, agency, and authentic selfhood. This New Moon invites healing through embodied action, not perfection, and may illuminate emerging new forms of conscious leadership.Thursday, April 16 – Mercury conjunct Neptune in AriesThe new vision is emerging but not yet fully clear. Act on what is clear enough without demanding certainty.Sunday, April 19 – Mars conjunct Saturn in AriesA major maturation point. Courage meets discipline. Desire meets responsibility. A call toward grounded, conscious leadership.Sunday, April 19 – Sun enters TaurusAfter the fire, Taurus asks us to root, stabilize, and build what is emerging.Reflection QuestionsWhat has the long dissolution of the past months been clarifying within me, even if I could not yet name it?Where is new fire asking for action, not reactivity, but clear embodied movement?How am I being asked to cultivate more mature leadership in the ways I meet this moment?Where am I being invited to stop waiting until I feel fully healed or fully certain before inhabiting my authentic self more fully?Podcast Poem: Work Song, Part 2: A Vision by Wendell BerrySupport the showGo to Sheila's website for information for transformational resources: https://www.ontheedgesofchange.com/home-pageThis episode was co-created with generative AI, engaged as a soul-aligned ally in service of transformation. At the edge where technology meets myth, I choose insight over noise, and alchemy over automation. Thank you for dreaming the future with me.

God’s wisdom doesn’t look like the world’s. What seems foolish to people may be exactly what God is using. So don’t chase approval or compare yourself to others. Your life is not theirs to judge. Stay faithful to what God has given you.

God’s wisdom doesn’t look like the world’s. What seems foolish to people may be exactly what God is using. So don’t chase approval or compare yourself to others. Your life is not theirs to judge. Stay faithful to what God has given you.

James 1:1-12

What actually makes a trip “successful” with kids? In today's episode, Ryan shares the ups and downs of his kids' first camping trip and the simple moment that reminded him what actually matters.

Trust Your GUT! It's There For A Reason!

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Question: I love my child so much, but lately I feel emotionally worn down and shut down in my parenting. Someone mentioned they recently learned about blocked care, and now I'm wondering if that's what's happening. What is blocked care, and what can a parent do about it?Resources:Understanding and Overcoming Blocked CareWhat Is Blocked Care? How Do I Overcome It?Trauma-Informed TherapyBuilding Rhythms of Self-Care Into Our ParentingMaking Self-Care a Priority for the New YearSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

False pride might be the one thing standing between you and genuine happiness. We protect it, defend it, build our identity around it — and all the while it's quietly keeping us from the love, the freedom, and the ecstasy we're actually looking for. In the Govardhan Lila of the Srimad Bhagavatam, an ancient Sanskrit text on consciousness and devotion, Krishna shuts down the worship of Indra — not out of rivalry, not out of anger, but because he loves Indra too much to keep enabling what's keeping him small. The difficult events of our lives can be understood the same way. Not as punishment. As liberation. Krishna is not taking something from you. He's removing what's in the way. Because on the other side of false pride is something the Srimad Bhagavatam describes in vivid detail — a heart so open it can feel genuine ecstasy. Wisdom of the Sages exists to help you get there. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************