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    Fearless with Jason Whitlock
    Ep 1054 | Notre Dame More Playoff-Worthy than Miami | Ryan Clark Defends OBJ, aka Old Broke Joke

    Fearless with Jason Whitlock

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 128:43


    On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock and guest Steve Kim analyze the college football playoff landscape and debate whether the University of Notre Dame is worthier of the playoffs than the University of Miami. They also discuss comments “Big Ben” Roethlisberger made about the Pittsburgh Steelers cleaning house and why Coach Mike Tomlin should head to Penn State to coach the Nittany Lions. Later on in the show, they dive into the Browns activating Deshaun Watson for practice and make predictions about the upcoming Dallas vs. Detroit matchup, which is a must-win game for both teams to make the playoffs. Whitlock reacts to Odell Beckham Jr. claiming recently that a $100 million contract doesn't go very far and Ryan Clark's defense of OBJ. Jay Skapinac joins the show to offer insight into Richard Jefferson saying the Clippers' trade for Paul George was worse than the Mavericks' trade for Luka Dončić. Whitlock and Skapinac also talk about LeBron James' recent poor performance and the Clippers abruptly cutting Chris Paul from the team. Matt McChesney, a former University of Colorado and NFL standout, joins the show to react to reports that Deion Sanders is draining UC's budget and that administrators are being forced to slash coaches' salaries. Jam-packed show today — don't miss it! ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn This Christmas, you can help save a life for only $28. PreBorn's mission is to offer women the courage, faith, and support they need to choose life—a life that has the potential to change the world. Pick up your phone, dial #250 and say “Baby.” Or donate securely at https://PreBorn.com/FEARLESS. Do it now—because life matters. BlueChew BlueChew is the upgrade button for your sex life. Make life easier by getting harder and discover your options at https://BlueChew.com. Try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code FEARLESS -- just pay $5 shipping. Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    City Cast Chicago
    What Makes a Chicago Restaurant Michelin-Worthy?

    City Cast Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 36:42


    Since the Michelin Guide arrived in Chicago back in 2010, only four restaurants have received three Michelin stars. There are only 14 restaurants in North America, and as of just last month, there is only one in Chicago. Chicago Tribune's restaurant critic, Louisa Chu, tells host Jacoby Cochran which restaurants are recently Michelin-recommended, what she thinks makes a restaurant worthy, and her favorites in the city.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Dec. 3 episode:  The Auditorium Dandelion Bev Ed Uniting Voices Chicago Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

    The Carmudgeon Show
    Has The Porsche 911 Turbo Been a Worthy Flagship? — Carmudgeon w/ Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 215

    The Carmudgeon Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 73:09


    The 911 Turbo is 50 years old this year! We've come a long way since the days of having just four manual gears to row and enough turbo lag to sustain the birth, life, and death of a civilization. From the beginning of the 930 until now, the Turbo has always been the flagship of the 911 range - but has it been worthy of being at the top? === Visit http://JasonSentMe.com to get a Hagerty Guaranteed Value (TM) collector-car insurance quote! === During this episode, Jason discusses his involvement with the latest 50 Years Of Turbo video, discussing some special cars he was able to drive like an early Euro 930 all the way up to the 50th Anniversary 992 Turbo S. Jason and Derek break down the Turbo lineage and where it comes from - first materializing on the Carrera nameplate on the 356, working its way into the nomenclature of the 911 range including the 1973 Carrera RS and Carrera 3.0, and eventually into the 1975 Turbo Carrera. After covering the various versions of 930 (including how the terms “930” and “Carrera” often have different meanings than most people realize) , they eventually work their way up the timeline to discuss the 964, 993, 996, 997, and 991 Turbo models. Jason and Derek discuss their favorite and least favorite models within the range - and their answers may surprise you. One thing is for sure - the character of the Turbo lends itself much more to a drive who simply wants capability and not pure necessarily driving enjoyment. Which begs the question - is it the “best” 911? Or has the popularity of recent GT3 and GT2 models changed the narrative? Find out more on this episode of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    BECOMING WITH LAUREN RICKS, Motherhood support, moms prioritizing themselves, Self care for busy moms, Mindset & habit hacks,

    In today's episode, we're breaking down one of the biggest beliefs mothers carry — that we need to do more to feel worthy, valuable, successful, or “good enough.” And I'm sharing why that belief no longer holds power in my life… and why it doesn't need to in yours either. We're talking about the roots of this pressure, how the world measures motherhood versus how God measures motherhood, and the emotional load that comes with constantly trying to prove yourself. This episode will leave you grounded, reassured, and reminded that your worth isn't found in how much you do — but in who you are and the love you pour into your home.   Ways to Connect With Me: Try a free Calm the Chaos Session Book a Motherhood Reset Session Connect with me on Instagram @itslaurenricks OR @b.aligned.postpartum Listen to more episodes of the Motherhood podcast

    Michigan District, LCMS Thought Leader Podcast
    1.9 Covenant-Path or Already-Worthy? Bringing Grace to the Mormon Heart | Part 2 of 2 | Conversations on Culture & Faith

    Michigan District, LCMS Thought Leader Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 76:31


    Show Notes: In part two of our series on Mormon theology and culture, continue the conversation with Rev. Jeremy Lamont, Pastor Mark Parsons, and Molly Parsons as they explore how […]

    Ayanda MVP on 947 - 12PM - 3PM
    The R40,000 Speed Trap: Cringe-Worthy Confessions of South Africa's Biggest Traffic Fines

    Ayanda MVP on 947 - 12PM - 3PM

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 10:00 Transcription Available


    In this episode of Afternoons wit Zweli, Zweli chats with Noluthando about traffic fines. Noluthando shares her story of racking up a whopping 40,000 rand fine, which she got for speeding. She's not alone, as other guests reveal their own hefty fines, with some reaching up to 20,000 rand. They dish about the most expensive fines they've ever received, and the reasons behind them. From speeding cameras to parking mishaps, the conversation gets real about the consequences of driving infractions. It's a laugh-out-loud, cringe-worthy discussion that'll make you think twice about your next drive. Spend weekday afternoons with Zweli. He keeps you in the loop with everything from music and movies to sport and pop culture. Hear what the Word on the Street is, test your skills with the high-pressure 6 Out of 6, and get ready to be entertained. Thank you for listening to an Afternoons with Zweli podcast Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 12:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) toAfternoons with Zweli broadcast on 947 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/947 For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/FeeL6wYor find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/pRBikjo Subscribe to the 947 Weekly Newsletter herehttps://buff.ly/hf9IuR9 Follow us on social media 947 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/947Joburg/ 947 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@947joburg 947 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/947joburg 947 on X https://x.com/947 947 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@947JoburgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast
    NFL Week 13 Review: Where NFL Stands After Thanksgiving, Which Teams Are Super Bowl Worthy?

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 30:44


    Geoff Mosher reviews NFL Week 13, explaining where the NFL stands after Week 13 and which teams, if any, have emerged as legit Super Bowl contenders.► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n► Support our Sponsors!► Download Cash App Today: https://cash.app/ #cashapppod ► My Bookie Promo Code link!: https://bit.ly/joinwithTHEBIRDS► Simpli Safe Home Alert System: https://simplisafe.com/BIRDS for 60% OFF!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/► Soul Out of Office Gummies: https://getsoul.com. Use Promo Code: BIRDS for 30% off► Sky Motor Cars: https://www.skymotorcars.com/https://bit.ly/joinwithTHEBIRDS► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsidetheBirds​​​​​​...► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffmoshernfl​​​...► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl​​​​​​​​...► Follow Andrew DiCecco on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewdicecco...How to access our FULL Podcast:APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...SPREAKER: https://www.spreaker.com/user/...NFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.

    Holiness for the Working Day
    Lord, I Am Not Worthy

    Holiness for the Working Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 8:14


    Monday of the First week of Advent, Year A December 1, 2025

    Catholic Inspiration
    Daily Mass: Lord I am not worthy...only say the word...

    Catholic Inspiration

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 6:08


    A Roman centurion reveals a profound faith in Jesus that echoes in our response at every Mass to this very day. (Lectionary #175) December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

    Catholics of Pleasanton Podcast
    Fr. Gerald Pedrera: Homily - December 1, 2025 - Lord I Am Not Worthy

    Catholics of Pleasanton Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 9:49


    We present our honest selves to the Lord and be open to God to work in our lives.

    The Purpose Map
    Lauren Bordon on the Double Rollercoaster of Building a Business Abroad (And Why You Can't Do It Alone)

    The Purpose Map

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 38:21


    More clients than you can handle sounds like a dream—until you're doing the work of four people. In this episode, Casey sits down with Lauren Bordon, founder of Your Trilingual Support, a company that offers fractional executive assistant services to international CEOs and high-net-worth individuals in three languages: English, French, and Spanish. Lauren shares her journey from working until 9 p.m. on Friday nights, doing the work of four people, to finally building a team and reclaiming her life. This is a conversation about moving beyond the hustle and into sustainable success. Lauren opens up about the challenges of building a team when you're already overwhelmed, the process of finding the right people, and what shifted when she finally had space to breathe again. They explore the double roller coaster of entrepreneurship and international relocation, why every founder needs three key people from the start (accountant, tech support, and executive assistant), and the power of being vulnerable enough to let people know you're drowning. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why doing everything yourself isn't a strength—it's survival mode How Lauren went from working until 9 p.m. on Friday nights to finally having breathing space How to build a team when you're already overwhelmed—and why it's still worth it The three essential people every founder needs before they get busy Why being vulnerable about struggling actually opens the door for real support The importance of finding people who match your values and can adapt to your business Resources & Next Steps: Check out Your Trilingual Support right here Find Lauren on LinkedIn here. Learn with Casey through her Free Training: Your Pathway to a Calm, Purposeful Career or Business That Fuels a Life You Love Follow Casey on LinkedIn Say hello to Casey on Instagram Check out the Worthy and Well website

    10 Minutes with Jesus
    01-12-25 He's coming! Get ready. Get worthy (JB)

    10 Minutes with Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 9:30


    #10MinuteswithJesus ** Put yourself in the presence of God. Try talking to Him. ** 10 minutes are 10 minutes. Even if you can get distracted, reach the end. ** Be constant. The Holy Spirit acts "on low heat" and requires perseverance. 10-Minute audio to help you pray. Daily sparks to ignite prayer: a passage from the gospel, an idea, an anecdote and a priest who speaks with you and the Lord, inviting you to share your intimacy with God. Find your moment, consider you are in His presence and click play.

    Coastal Community Church Audio
    Immeasurably More Celebration | Coastal Community Church

    Coastal Community Church Audio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 35:57


    Ephesians 3:20–4:1 (NIV) “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen. As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”1. God does the IMPOSSIBLE when we DREAM with Him.Ephesians 3:20a “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine…”2. God's POWER is working THROUGH us, not just FOR us.Ephesians 3:20b “…according to His power that is at work within us…”3. God gets the glory THROUGH the CHURCH.Ephesians 3:21a “To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus…”4. God's work is GENERATIONAL: He's not DONE YET.Ephesians 3:21b “…throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen.”5. God call us to live WORTHY of the CALLING.Ephesians 4:1 “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”

    Redemption Church Sermons - WV
    A Preface Worthy of Christ

    Redemption Church Sermons - WV

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 37:07


    In a culture content with mediocrity, the church is called to stand out through excellence in character, relationships, work, and worship. This message invites us to recover the Christian commitment to doing all things well—not to earn God's favor, but in response to the grace of Jesus, who has already given us His best.

    tcbchurch
    Revelation: Worthy Is Jesus To Deliver The Kingdom And New Creation

    tcbchurch

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 47:41


    Message by Daniel Broyles, Paul Mermilliod, and Mike Laughrun.

    Sycamore Hill Church Podcast - Hockessin Campus
    Ruth: His Kindness Has Not Forsaken the Living or the Dead (Ruth 2)

    Sycamore Hill Church Podcast - Hockessin Campus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 36:13


    When we observe our lives through God's eyes, we can see the ways that he is at work and we can say "Everything is going to be okay."

    Sermons - Christ United Reformed Church
    AM: A Worthy Participation

    Sermons - Christ United Reformed Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 42:06


    1 Corinthians 11:17-34 andHeidelberg Catechism, Qs. 81-82

    Cities Church Sermons
    What Is Mary-Like Devotion?

    Cities Church Sermons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025


    John 12:1-8,Six days before the Passover, Jesus therefore came to Bethany, where Lazarus was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 So they gave a dinner for him there. Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those reclining with him at table. 3 Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. 4 But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was about to betray him), said, 5 “Why was this ointment not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” 6 He said this, not because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief, and having charge of the moneybag he used to help himself to what was put into it. 7 Jesus said, “Leave her alone, so that she may keep it for the day of my burial. 8 For the poor you always have with you, but you do not always have me.”And the Lord, in verse 7, defends the way Mary of Bethany expresses her devotion to him.What Mary does in verse 3 is good and right, and I think we can learn from her. So that's the goal of this sermon. All last week, my prayer for today has been that through Mary's example in John 12, the Spirit would reawaken in us Mary-like devotion to Jesus. I want us to learn from Mary how to be more like Mary for the glory of Jesus. To that end, this morning I want to show you seven truths of Mary-like devotion.1. Mary-like devotion is surprising. Verse 1 opens with the setting: we are six days away from Passover, and Jesus has come back to Bethany. Now remember that Bethany is where he raised Lazarus from the dead in Chapter 11, verse 43, but then when the Jewish leaders plotted to kill Jesus, John tells us in verse 54 that Jesus “no longer walked openly” among them, because they were looking for him. The Pharisees wanted to arrest him. So Jesus left that area and went to Ephraim, which gave him more distance from Jerusalem. (Bethany was 2 miles outside Jerusalem, Ephraim was about 15 miles). So by the end of Chapter 11, Jesus is laying low.But Chapter 12 opens here and he's back in Bethany, where news travels quickly to Jerusalem, which means this is dangerous — why would he do it? Why would he come back to Bethany now? It's because Passover is six days away. Remember Jesus has a purpose to accomplish in Jerusalem, and now he's getting closer. But since Jesus is in Bethany they throw a special dinner for him. And because it's Bethany, we would expect our favorite Bethany family to be there. We saw these three siblings in Chapter 11 — Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Now, John knows we'd expect their attendance, so he takes roll in verse 2. Look what he says:“So they gave a dinner for him there. Martha served [check her name off — she's there], and Lazarus was one of those reclining with him as table [check his name off — he's just happy to be in the room].And right away that's Martha and Lazarus. Which sibling is missing?Mary. Now look at verse 3 (verse 2 was just a build up to this):“Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair.”The first thing I want you to see is that this was not expected. This is a dinner! People are sharing a meal. Martha is staying busy like she does. Lazarus is at the table (you know he's getting seconds). And then Mary, finally, enters into this dining room with a bottle of ointment (or perfume) and she does this extravagant display of worship.Most of us had big dinners a few days ago. Imagine for a minute if something like this happened! It was not on the menu. It's never happened before. This was a surprise! That's the first thing to know about Mary-like devotion. This is not what most people would expect — because it responds in the moment to the glory of Jesus regardless of the context.2. Mary-like devotion is costly.We can see in verse 3 that this perfume was expensive. John tells us that plainly. But he also gives us two details that explain why. It has to do with quantity and quality.First, with quality, this perfume was made from “pure nard.” That's a plant that's grown in India. The root of this plant produced an oil that was collected to make this perfume.So it's a product derived from nature, created by a process, imported from far away — that sounds expensive. (This is why many scholars believe this Bethany family was well off — this perfume would have only been owned by the luxury class of the Mediterranean world.)Second, notice the quantity. John tells us it was a pound — and that's a Roman pound. The Greek word is litra — and it's equivalent to about 12 ounces. So imagine the American pop can. (I don't know the last time you turned a can of pop upside down to pour it out, but it takes a little longer to empty it than you might think.)Twelve ounces is not a little bit. And Mary doesn't have pop, it's perfume — 12 ounces of perfume — that's a lot of a really nice thing. And to give us more of an idea of how precious it is, John tells us the number value in verse 5. Judas says it's worth 300 denarii — which is about a year's wages.So to draw a parallel to our day, this is what we'd call an annual salary, and the average annual salary in the Twin Cities, Google says, is between $80,000–$90,000. So translate this in your imagination... Picture this: Someone at dinner this past week walks into the dining room and pours out $90,000 on somebody else's feet … Again, this is stunning. And the costliness amplifies the surprise! Those two things go together in Mary-like devotion. It's surprising because it's costly.3. Mary-like devotion is humble.Now, for our imagination's sake, it helps to know how people ate together at this culture and time. They didn't use raised tables and chairs like we do, but they used low tables, and sat on cushions on the floor. They “reclined” on the table, like verse 2 says, and their feet were stretched out behind them, away from the table. So Mary approached Jesus, verse 3, while he was sitting like that, and she anointed his feet.This is a key detail. Because with the extravagance of her gift, we might imagine Mary's actions to be surrounded by pomp. Like maybe Mary enters the room and first clears her throat, and makes sure somebody's getting the video, and then she does it. But it's just the opposite.Mary comes into the room, and stays at the feet's distance away from the table. She's not the center of attention. Nobody was probably even looking in her direction, and then she pours the perfume on Jesus's feet and wipes his feet with her hair. This is borderline undignified. She definitely looked a little silly. To everyone's surprise, with likely the costliest thing she's got, she humbles herself at the feet of Jesus in worship — but then the most vivid display of her humility is the use of her hair.In the ancient world, a woman's hair was her glory. It was her honor. This was Mary's strength, but here she turns her strength into a servant's towel … Her radiance into a rag. Her splendor into a sponge. Her crown becomes a cloth. … to wipe feet.Which means, Mary gives the best part of herself for the least part of Jesus. The highest aspect of her presentation (hair) is submitted to the lowest aspect of his (feet).This is profound humility.Mary is not even audacious enough to pray here: “Jesus, take my utmost for your highest.” She just says, “Jesus, take my utmost!” — And I don't care what anybody else thinks. I'm not concerned about appearance. It doesn't matter what people might say. This is all about Jesus. Mary shows us a marvelous self-forgetfulness. Mary-like devotion is humble.4. Mary-like devotion is fitting.This is #4 of 7, and it really is the central truth in Mary's example.So far we've seen that Mary-like devotion is surprising, costly, and humble, but here's where we need to be clear that the only reason any of this makes sense is because of Jesus. And Jesus doesn't just make Mary's actions make sense, he makes them right. Because of who he is, what Mary does is fitting. John calls her act an “anointing,” which is something done to set someone apart for a certain office. The examples we have in the Old Testament are individuals anointed as a priest or king, and we should think especially of kings in the Gospel of John. If you remember, way back in Chapter 1, when Nathaniel first met Jesus he confessed right away that Jesus is the Son of God and the King of Israel (1:49). Then in Chapter 6, verse 15, after Jesus fed the five thousand, the crowd wanted to take him by force and make him king.So we've seen a kingship theme already.But then right here in Chapter 12, the very next day after Mary anoints Jesus, Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a young donkey, and the crowd paves the way for him with palm branches, and they say — in verse 13 — “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!”So we have every reason to see that Mary's anointing of Jesus is anointing him as King.Because that is who he is. It'll be explicit and public tomorrow in this story, in Jesus's ‘triumphal entry,' but tonight, at this dinner, with Mary, it's implicit and private. In the moment, even Mary doesn't know the full extent of what she's doing, but we as readers can see it. In Chapter 11, we saw her fall at Jesus's feet in grief, here she bows at Jesus's feet in worship.Last chapter she came to Jesus needing his help; now she comes to him just giving him glory.This doesn't mean we ever stop coming to Jesus for help — we do! We always need his help! But sometimes we can also just come to him in simple worship.This is when we come to him, not to ask him for things, but to give him whatever we can because he is worthy — just because he's our king and he's a good king! It is fitting to worship him!Think about this: When was the last time your heart moved toward Jesus, not for what he gives, but for who he is? When was the last time you were simply compelled by the worth of Jesus?The Little Drummer BoyMary's devotion here in Chapter 12 actually reminds me of what used to be one of my least favorite Christmas songs. “Santa Baby” is dead bottom, but not far from there used to be “The Little Drummer Boy.” And the reason I didn't like the song is because for years it didn't make sense to me, and it was kinda irritating. The pa-RUM-pa-pum-pums are distracting. But if we can get rid of that part and focus on the real words in the song, it's actually beautiful. It's a song about a boy who is invited to meet the newborn Jesus (and it's fictional; didn't really happen; we're supposed to use our imaginations). The boy starts the song by saying:Come, they told meA newborn king to see, Our finest gifts to bring,To lay before the king,So to honor himWhen we come You get it? The boy is invited to come meet Jesus, so he does. And in the second stanza he's at the manger, and he speaks to the infant Jesus:Little baby,I am a poor boy tooI have no gifts to bringThat's fit to give a KingShall I play for you on my drum?See, I imagine that's what Mary of Bethany thought. While Martha was busy serving and Lazarus was sitting at the table, Mary thought: The king is here. He's in the room. What do I have that's fit to give a King?And the technical answer is nothing. Nothing we have is enough to match the glory of this King, but Mary thinks I've got that bottle of perfume — just like the boy thought, I've got this drum. And the boy says, “Shall I play the drum?” Mary thinks, “Shall I pour the perfume?” So the boy plays his best, and Mary pours it all. I don't have enough to give you, but I'll give you my best because you're worthy.That's what the song is about. That's what Mary does here. And it's fitting because of the King!And John tells us that the fragrance of her worship fills the entire house. Which means: her personal reverence and self-forgetfulness in recognizing the glory of Jesus becomes uncontainable. Everybody around her can literally sense her devotion for Jesus.5. Mary-like devotion is criticized. This is verses 4–5: But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was about to betray him), said, “Why was this ointment not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?”Apparently, Judas caught the aroma, but instead of recognizing Mary's act as a surprising, costly, humble, and fitting act of devotion, he criticized her. He immediately liquidated the value of the ointment in his head, and he corrected her decision. That could have been used for something better! That could have been a lot of money to help poor people! Mary is being unwise!Now, before we look closer into the criticism, I just want to note that it happened, and right away, because that's just how things go — even things as wholesome as Mary's devotion.The Bible gives us no impression that devotion to Jesus will be easy — it actually ensures the opposite. There's a Forest Frank lyric my younger boys love. It goes: Jesus promised that the bad would come along, ‘Cause if life is always easyProbably doin' something wrong.That's true. I want everybody to know: when your devotion to Jesus meets difficulty, that's a good sign. The question for us is about our willingness to endure difficulty. Are we willing to be criticized? Are we willing to express devotion to Jesus that others would call wasteful but Jesus calls beautiful?6. Mary-like devotion is vindicated.Let's look closer at what Judas said in verse 5.At face-value, we might think Judas is onto something, because what he says is not untrue. That perfume was worth a lot of money — three hundred denarii/$80–90K — that's a lot of money you can do a lot with. Judas names one possibility. The problem, though, is that he's thinking about it all the wrong way. See, he's thinking about gifts from the giver's perspective, not from God's perspective. He's thinking about everything from earth looking around, not from heaven looking down.In his mindset — the ‘Judas mindset' — all value is monetary, and all that is monetary is a zero-sum category: which means I'm always thinking, “whatever I give here is what I cannot give there.” And see, Judas is so caught up in this mindset — he cares so much about the optimal management of the gift — that he's blind to the One the gift is for. That is what is most striking about verse 5 — it's the absence of anything to do with Jesus. Judas says nothing about him. So Judas not only rebukes Mary here, but he also registers how little he thinks of Who she worships.And if that wasn't clear, John adds in verse 6. He wants us to know that Judas said what he said:“…not because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief, and having charge of the moneybag he used to help himself to what was put into it.”Judas was part of a program called ‘Feeding Our Future' …Greed is an ancient sin — it's the root of all evil, and it ruined Judas. (And it's behind the ruin of our state. God help us.)In verse 7, Mary doesn't say anything back to Judas, but Jesus speaks up on her behalf, and he says, first, “Leave her alone.”Which is amazing. Jesus doesn't argue with Judas. He doesn't explain why his mindset is wrong, he first just tells him to stop. Jesus defends Mary, and he makes the issue about himself, because it is!With this perfume Mary has prepared Jesus for the day of his burial, because, verse 8:“…the poor you always have with you, but you do not always have me.”And it's clear now, with the mention of his burial and that he won't always be here, Jesus is talking about his death. Which raises the question for us: Was Mary anointing Jesus as king or preparing him for his death? And the answer is Yes.Again, Mary is doing more here than she realized. She is anointing Jesus as King — it's just that he's a king who will sacrifice his life for his people.He's a King who has come to die. His reign will conquer the grave for good — remember Lazarus — but first Jesus's reign will come through the grave. Our triumphant King will also be a slain Lamb. And John wants us so badly to get this! He gives us hints here in Mary's devotion, but then later in the Book of Revelation he tells us about a vision when saints and angels together pour out their praise to Jesus, and they say, “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!” (Revelation 5:12)Listen: I want you to know that the final vindication of our every sincere act of devotion to Jesus will come on that day when we see him. If it's Mary-like devotion, it is never wasted. Jesus is worth it. And this brings us to the last point.7. Mary-like devotion is instructive. We're gonna finish how we started: I think we can learn from our sister Mary. It is a gift to us to be able to see her gift to Jesus, and I want us to be more like her. That's been my prayer: that the Spirit would reawaken or awaken in us Mary-like devotion to Jesus.Devotion that is surprising because it responds to Jesus in the moment, even if it doesn't fit the setting. Costly because it brings Jesus our best, humble because it doesn't worry about what others might think, fitting because Jesus is the King and nothing given to him is too much, criticized because it's not supposed to be easy, and vindicated because the King who Mary worshiped is the Lamb who was slain and one day we will see his worth with our own eyes.Mary's devotion is instructive because it shows us what it looks like when a heart is overcome by the worth of Jesus.And what's incredible for us, is that we know more about Jesus's worth than Mary does here. We already know the end of the story! That Jesus who has come will die, will be resurrected, and will come again.So in closing, I want to invite you to ask yourself this: For Advent, in this season of waiting, what is Jesus calling you to do that would simply reflect his worth?That's what brings us to the Table.The TableWe come here to this Table to rest in the worth of Jesus Christ. Let his glory be your comfort by taking refuge in him. That's what it means to trust in Jesus, and that is who this table is for. If you're here and you have put your faith in Jesus, we invite you to eat and drink with us and give him thanks.

    First Baptist Church, Wolfforth, Texas
    A LIFE WORTHY OF THE GOSPEL | PHILIPPIANS 1:19-30 - Joyful and Thankful: A series through Philippians

    First Baptist Church, Wolfforth, Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025


    Sermons
    Worthy Of Our Hope

    Sermons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 46:52


    Our Hope Is Enduring Because God's Character Is Unchanging And His Faithfulness Is Unending

    Sermons
    Worthy is the Lord, Part 3

    Sermons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025


    Best of Grandstand
    Aussie Rules: Kate Darby a worthy recipient of the Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award Winner

    Best of Grandstand

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 11:15


    Former Carlton and Geelong AFLW footballer Kate Darby recently received the Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award Winner acknowledging philanthropic achievements. She speaks to Sam and Lehmo about her efforts, as well as what she makes of North Melbourne's perfect season.

    East Side Today
    Living Worthy of the Gospel: the Book of Philippians When Nothing Else Matters

    East Side Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 29:07


    North Peace MB Church

    In this kickoff message for our advent series we examine Revelation 4-5. John sees a vision on the throne room of heaven and God on his throne holding a sealed scroll. The question is asked: "Is anyone worthy to open the scroll?" Only one person in the universe is.

    MY Devotional: Daily Encouragement from Leading The Way
    Worthy of Thanksgiving: November 28, 2025

    MY Devotional: Daily Encouragement from Leading The Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 2:39


    In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef reveals the necessity of giving thanks. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon What Does God Think of Thanksgiving?: LISTEN NOW

    Empowering Women in Real Estate - The Podcast with Karen Cooper

    In this heartfelt annual gratitude episode, Karen reflects on what has been a transformative year—after several that were incredibly hard. She opens up about the seasons of loss, burnout, and rebuilding that defined her 40s, and how this year, through faith, boundaries, and slowing down, she finally found herself again. From choosing Worthy as her word of the year to embracing joy, morning rituals, and authenticity, Karen shares how gratitude became the anchor that helped her rediscover peace, purpose, and happiness in both life and business. If you've ever walked through a season of struggle and wondered when you'll feel like you again, this episode will remind you that healing, joy, and gratitude are always within reach.   Click subscribe to be notified every Wednesday when our latest episode is released, and be sure to check out our group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringwomeninrealestate We are 40,000 members strong and we want you to join us! And if you want to follow me on Instagram, that's where I'm having the most fun right now. https://www.instagram.com/karen.w.cooper/

    Eleven2one with Janice
    A Word of Encouragement - Praise Worthy

    Eleven2one with Janice

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 2:06


    A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler is heard at 11:30 AM Central Time on Faith Music Radio.  Join the Facebook group On a Positive Note to get more words o

    MadLit Musings with Jaime Jo Wright
    A Worthy Risk - With Author T. Elizabeth Renich

    MadLit Musings with Jaime Jo Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 37:54


    In this engaging conversation, Jaime Wright interviews T. Elizabeth Renich, a returning author with a rich history in writing historical fiction. They discuss Renich's journey back to writing after a long hiatus, the generational impact of her books, and her latest work, 'A Worthy Risk.' The discussion delves into the historical context of the French and Indian War, character development, and the importance of historical accuracy in fiction. Renich shares her passion for making history accessible and engaging for readers, especially young ones, and explains the story behind her pen name.

    Yesterday's Sports
    Larry Brown - Hall of Fame Worthy?

    Yesterday's Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 10:12


    Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYA committee member recently asked me my opinion on inducting former Washington Redskins running back Larry Brown into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.First, I want to say it's an honor that this committee member values my opinion enough to ask me to contribute to this discussion.I have the utmost respect for Larry Brown, his achievements, and his approach to playing the game. He played with a mindset of giving 100% effort on every play, a quality not often seen in today's game. Despite his small size, he possessed the courage and fearlessness of a giant. Larry often said that his mental toughness came from growing up in the tough Hill District of Pittsburgh.....You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)

    Passages
    Preparing for "Worthy Inheritance" | Sermon for Sunday, November 30, 2025

    Passages

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 24:53


    We often might think of Jesus as Lord and Savior. Rightly so! How much time do we spend wondering about Jesus as a friend, a brother, or a family member? Jesus comes to us in so many different ways. He does so to reach our heart, which is longing for belonging and grace.

    cgcpueblo podcast
    Mitchell Elder - A Worthy Messenger

    cgcpueblo podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 49:55


    Cornerstone Church's Podcast
    Broken for You - Worthy Manner

    Cornerstone Church's Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 30:24


    Immanuel Baptist Church, Shawnee
    Worthy of Worship

    Immanuel Baptist Church, Shawnee

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 34:09


    Sunday sermon from November 9th. 2025

    The Purpose Map
    Mónica Pina Alzugaray on Burnout as a Door Back to Self (And What Happens When You Walk Through It)

    The Purpose Map

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 62:08


    "I think that burnout provides that door back to self." - Mónica Pina Alzugaray In this episode, Casey sits down with Mónica Pina Alzugaray, the first woman who responded to Casey's call for conversations about change, burnout, and transformation when she first arrived in Barcelona. A year later, they reflect on Mónica's journey from burnout to vitality—and what's changed. This is a conversation about moving beyond doing things because they look good and into doing things because they feel aligned. Mónica shares the moment on her beautiful couch with her cashmere sweater when everything looked perfect but felt empty, the pattern of performing through burnout recovery the same way she performed at work, and what shifted when she finally connected back to her soul. They explore how asking for help creates real relationships, why discomfort is the pathway to connection, and how burnout became a portal to a deeper, more authentic way of living. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why nothing external can reconnect you to your soul—you have to do that yourself The difference between doing yoga because it looks good and doing it because it grounds you How asking for help (even watering plants) transforms surface-level connections into real relationships Why we've become a society that avoids discomfort—and what that costs us The importance of in-person connection in a professional world (even when it means getting on a plane) How burnout provides a door back to self—and what's possible when you walk through it Resources & Next Steps: Find Mónica on LinkedIn here. Learn with Casey through her Free Training: Your Pathway to a Calm, Purposeful Career or Business That Fuels a Life You Love Follow Casey on LinkedIn Say hello to Casey on Instagram Check out the Worthy and Well website

    Henderson Blvd church of Christ
    He Is Worthy of It All

    Henderson Blvd church of Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 18:15


    Series: N/AService: Lord's Supper EulogyType: EulogySpeaker: Evan Rude

    Troy Church's Podcast
    Sunday Service Nov 23 2025 - 1 John 5:6-21

    Troy Church's Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 39:02


    Welcome to Troy Church's podcast series. Our Connection Card link:https://troychurch.breezechms.com/form/7e350cCONFIDENCE TO PRAYPRAY YOUR DOUBTS (1 John 5:6-12)Matthew 3:16-17, 17:5PRAY YOUR NEEDS (1 John 5:14-15)PRAY YOUR SINS (1 John 5:16-21)Worship Songs"King of Kings" - Brooke Ligertwood and Hillsong Worship"Who Else is Worthy" - Abbie Gamboa and Gateway Worship"Before the Throne of God Above" - Shane & ShaneYou can keep up with all things Troy Church right here on our channel, and also at our other social media and outreach opportunities:facebook.com/troychurch.tvinstagram/troychurchalwww.troychurch.tv

    Verdict with Ted Cruz
    We're not WORTHY or READY for Michelle, a Gambling Curveball in Pro Sports & the Ongoing Atrocities against Christians in Nigeria Week In Review

    Verdict with Ted Cruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 34:35 Transcription Available


    1. Michelle Obama and Presidential Politics The discussion begins with Michelle Obama’s comments about not running for President of the United States. She stated that America is “not ready for a woman president,” citing sexism and societal immaturity. Her stance is arrogant and condescending, and she argues that Democrats blame election losses on bigotry rather than policy failures. Historical comparisons are made to how Democrats shifted toward the center after losing multiple elections in the 1980s. 2. Sports Gambling and Corruption The conversation shifts to sports betting, particularly prop bets (bets on specific aspects of a game rather than the outcome). Allegations of corruption in Major League Baseball (MLB) and the NBA are discussed, including: Criminal indictments against players accused of manipulating game elements for profit. Example: Cleveland Guardians pitchers allegedly threw pitches to influence bets, earning hundreds of thousands of dollars. Broader concerns about integrity in sports and the potential need for congressional action are raised. Prop bets create incentives for individual players to cheat because they can control outcomes like pitch speed or fouls. 3. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria The final section addresses religious persecution, focusing on radical Islamic terrorism in Nigeria. Boko Haram is identified as a major perpetrator, responsible for killing over 50,000 Christians since 2009 and destroying thousands of churches and schools. The discussion highlights U.S. legislative efforts to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions on complicit officials. Former President Trump’s tweet acknowledging the crisis and calling for action is quoted. The speakers criticize Tucker Carlson for allegedly downplaying or dismissing the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, linking this stance to broader issues of antisemitism and extremism. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Calvary Chapel Kaneohe
    Thursday Service “The Blessings Of A Life Worthy Of God’s Calling.”. Nov 20th, 2025

    Calvary Chapel Kaneohe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 58:10


    It describes how God wants us to 'Walk Worthy' of our calling in life. He has gifted us and prepared us before we were born to step into that which He's designed for us as we live as His kids here on earth.

    Aloha Bible Prophecy
    Episode 1594: The Blessings Of A Life Worthy Of God's Calling, Ephesians 4:1-3 - November 20, 2025

    Aloha Bible Prophecy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 59:33


    Join us for our livestream Thursday, November 20, at 7:30PM HST. Pastor Leitu teaches on Ephesians 4:1-3, which describes how God wants us to 'Walk Worthy' of our calling in life. He has gifted us and prepared us before we were born to step into that which He's designed for us as we live as His kids here on earth.Social MediaMobile & TV Apps: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgChurch Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFaragInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag

    Dag Heward-Mills
    People Are Not Worthy Because They Dont have The Fire of The Holy Ghost

    Dag Heward-Mills

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 122:11


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills
    People Are Not Worthy Becasue They Love Their Family

    Dag Heward-Mills

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 97:46


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love
    People Are Not Worthy Becasue They Love Their Family

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 97:46


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love
    People Are Not Worthy Because They Dont have The Fire of The Holy Ghost

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 122:11


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills
    Why Some People Are Not Worthy

    Dag Heward-Mills

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 73:06


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills
    People Are Not Worthy Because They Dont Answer The Call Of God

    Dag Heward-Mills

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 100:59


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love
    Why Some People Are Not Worthy

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 73:06


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands 

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love
    People Are Not Worthy Because They Dont Answer The Call Of God

    Dag Heward-Mills First Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 100:59


    Preached at The Give Thyself Wholly Conference 2025 “ Worth of Jesus “, Rotterdam, Netherlands