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"Angedacht" – das geistliche Wort und eine kleine Portion Optimismus für den Start in den Tag. Heute mit Pfarrer Dr. Jürgen Wolff aus Zeitz.
"Angedacht" – das geistliche Wort und eine kleine Portion Optimismus für den Start in den Tag. Heute mit Pfarrer Dr. Jürgen Wolff aus Zeitz.
"Angedacht" – das geistliche Wort und eine kleine Portion Optimismus für den Start in den Tag. Heute mit Pfarrer Dr. Jürgen Wolff aus Zeitz.
Story of the Week (DR):UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty steps down for 'personal reasons' MM DRUnitedHealth Under Investigation: UnitedHealth Group is facing a criminal probe by the U.S. Department of Justice for potential Medicare fraud related to its Medicare Advantage program. The company is also dealing with a civil fraud investigation and has suspended its 2025 financial forecast amid rising medical costs. CEO Andrew Witty resigned unexpectedly this week.Steve will receive a golden hello again consisting of a one-time $60M option award. While the company claims there will be no additional annual equity awards during the first three years of Steve's employment, there are no performance hurdles tied to this award meaning Steve could make a boatload of cash even if the stock market goes up independent of his work as CEO.A Kohl's board member resigned because she was 'continually disappointed' by governance and a lack of transparency MM DRKohl's Director and Compensation Committee Chair Christine Day resigned from the board on May 5, 2025.Kohl's initially claimed: “Ms. Day's decision [to resign] was not due to any disagreements with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies or practices.”Day later sent an email (included in SEC filing) saying:I want to stress my concern that this is an inappropriate way to handle this. All shareholders deserve the same access to the same information. [ . . .] and for us to not respond to ISS is not good governance. In the 8K filing, for my departure, it would not be accurate to say I have no disagreements with the board. Unfortunately I have been continually disappointed with the level of governance process. The 8k needs to reflect this.”In another email she called out Board Chair Michael Bender: “There is no delegation to committees or chairs, Michael “handles” everything, maybe speaks to one person or 2, then “tells” everyone what the decision is. Some people know more than others leading to board members feeling alienated, out of the loop, and worse—developing a culture where real discussions rarely occur.”In a meeting held yesterday (may 14), only 5% of Kohls shareholders said NO to Board Chair Michael Bender while 45% said NO on Pay while average director support was 92% YESJohn Tyson joins Tyson Foods Inc. board, 9 months after criminal charges led him to step down as CFO MM DRDespite being part of the controlling family, The Tyson children will be paid $315,000 annually like all other non-employee directors.FedEx board member David Steiner to lead US Postal ServiceLD since 2009; CEO Waste Management; $15M in sharesGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Boulder's landmark lawsuit against Suncor, Exxon can proceed, Colorado Supreme Court rulesMM: NLPC Urges Exxon Mobil Shareholders To Vote Against Election Of CEO Darren Woods For Board On Exxon Mobil's 2025 Proxy Ballot DR MMThey are running a vote no campaign on Darren Woods… for being too woke! After suing his own shareholder who wanted him to be woke!Assholiest of the Week (MM):NasdaqNasdaq Supports Texas Senate Bill 29, Strengthening Corporate Governance and Business Growth in the State DREd Knight of Nasdaq says: “Senate Bill 29 is a milestone for corporate governance in Texas. By embracing smart, innovation-focused regulation like SB 29, Texas is showing the world what it means to lead on economic growth and modern, clear governance principles,” said Ed Knight, Executive Vice Chairman of Nasdaq. “We commend Senator Bryan Hughes, Representative Morgan Meyer, and Governor Greg Abbott for advancing legislation that strengthens Texas' position as a global center for capital formation.”The major features include a Musk “board independence” rule that allows an evidentiary hearing by a court to say a committee overseeing a transaction is “independent”, then they can exclude any lawsuits or challenges to the committee findings/approval - say, on something like a massive pay package - without the ability of a shareholder to get recourseThey also can refuse books and records if they THINK you might sue them, and they only allow derivative lawsuits for groups with 3% or more of the sharesEd Knight biography: A Texas native, Knight received his Bachelor of Arts, with honors, in Latin American Studies from the University of Texas at Austin and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law.Stewardship teamsHarley-Davidson Leaders Survive Proxy FightThe company didn't reveal the preliminary vote total during its shareholder meeting. About 48% of shares voted withheld support from Zeitz, while about 40% withheld support from directors Thomas Linebarger and Sara Levinson, two people familiar with the tally said.Harley's bylaws require directors to resign if more than 50% of shares voted withhold support.Seriously investors? Seriously? Levinson has been a director since Clinton's FIRST TERM - AND SHE HAS A CHECKMARK FOR INDEPENDENT. 30 years isn't too much for you investors? 30? For an ex NFL and MTV executive at a company that makes motorcycles? If you're anti-woke, isn't this an easy vote out?? Not even for her woman-ness, but for the fact that she has literally nothing to do with making motorcycles? She started a women-focused dot com media company called “Club Mom”!If Blackrock and Vanguard voted to support Harley directors, they truly do not care - and ISS's fuckwit half-assed non-assessment is what's driving investors to do-nothingness. And I know ISS is listening, we've been told they don't like our criticism - tough shit, your assessments are feckless bullshit nothingburger with no real backing, and pension funds are starting to notice you give them a whole lot of puffery for 200k a yearIn other news… BlackRock wins 67% support for pay as CEO Fink assures on global economyEach of its 18 director nominees were easily elected with average support over 98%.Press ReleasesLumen Technologies Appoints Michelle J. Goldberg and Steve McMillan to Board, Strengthening Company's AI and Digital StrategyBecause no one cares, no one reads the bios to determine if, at least on paper, the headline matches the humans - “strengthening company's AI and digital strategy”Michelle J. Goldberg brings over 20 years of experience in early-stage technology, finance, and board governance. She served as a Partner at venture capital firm Ignition Partners and currently sits on the boards of both Bakkt Holdings and Ally Financial, previously having held board roles at Legg Mason, Taubman Centers, and Plum Creek Timber. Her expertise and guidance in early-stage technology startups has helped scale businesses through critical phases of innovation and expansion. Michelle holds a BA from Columbia University and an MA from Harvard University.Steve McMillan is a seasoned executive in global enterprise technology strategy, data analytics and big data. Since 2020, he has served as President and CEO of Teradata Corporation. His previous leadership roles at F5, Oracle, and IBM specialized in security, cloud management, and managed services—making him a key voice in modernizing technology platforms for customer success. Steve earned a First-Class Honours degree in Management and Computer Science from Aston University in Birmingham, England.So… not AI or digital strategy experts?Headliniest of the WeekDR: Elon Musk says everyone will want their 'personal robot' — but warns of 'Terminator'-style risksDR: Elon Musk's AI says it was ‘instructed by my creators at xAI' to accept the narrative of ‘white genocide' in South AfricaMM: Women contribute less to climate-heating emissions than men, study finds - this explains the anti woke movement, the atmosphere is super woke MM: Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC failed to pay swing state petition signers, new suit allegesWho Won the Week?DR: Olivia Tyson, for being the nepobaby nobody notices (when standing next to John R. Tyson)MM: The A in AI, since Elon has proven that you really don't need the “intelligence” part.PredictionsDR: After Disney CEO Bob Iger hears me on The Responsible Investor Podcast with Gina Gambetta he sends a cease and desist letter forcing me off all podcasts until 1001 years of the next popeMM: Exxon sues the NLPC for its exempt solicitation, and no one knows who to root for.
Koyo Kouoh remembered, Queen Elizabeth II memorial, Jasper Johns by Robert StorrKoyo Kouoh, the Cameroon-born curator who was director of Zeitz Mocaa in Cape Town and had been invited to curate next year's Venice Biennale died on 10 May. There has been an outpouring of moving tributes to Kouoh from artists, curators and gallerists across the world, and Ben Luke speaks to Nolan Oswald Dennis, the Johannesburg-based artist who has a current show at Zeitz, and Liza Essers, the owner and director of Goodman Gallery, about her life and work. A design competition for the Queen Elizabeth II National Memorial in St James's Park in London has been launched, with five designs competing for the commission. We talk to Sandy Nairne, the former director of the National Portrait Gallery in London, who is on the committee tasked with choosing the winning design. And this episode's Work of the Week is Regrets, a painting from the series of that name made by Jasper Johns in 2013. The work is discussed in a new book of writings on Johns by the former curator at the Museum of Modern Art and of the Venice Biennale in 2007, Robert Storr. We speak to Storr about the work.Nolan Oswald Dennis: Understudies, Zeitz Mocaa, Cape Town, South Africa, until 27 July; Nolan Oswald Dennis: throwers, Gasworks, London, until 22 June.To see the five proposals for the Queen Elizabeth II National Memorial and give feedback visit competitions.malcolmreading.com/queenelizabethmemorial#overview. The opportunity to give feedback on the designs will close on 19 May.Robert Storr, Focal Points: Jasper Johns, HENI publishing, £19.99 (hb). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cleveland Moto podcast 501 tonight, live, on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U07-SEQVTroShow notes 501 1. Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz to Retire in 2025Jochen Zeitz, CEO of Harley-Davidson, announced plans to retire in 2025 after five years at the helm. Zeitz introduced the "Hardwire" strategy in 2021, focusing on high-margin products and modernizing the brand to appeal to younger riders. Despite these efforts, the company forecasts flat to declining profits for 2025, citing tempered consumer spending on big-ticket items. Harley's stock has risen over 11% since Zeitz took charge, though it has underperformed compared to the S&P 500's 77% climb during the same period.Reuters2. Harley-Davidson Board Member Resigns Over 'Grave Concerns'Board member Jared Dourdeville resigned, expressing "grave concerns" about the company's future. In his resignation letter, he cited "severe underperformance" by leadership, chaotic turnover, declining sales, and a lack of products to attract new customers. Harley-Davidson responded by stating that Dourdeville was not a dissenting voice in board discussions and acknowledged the challenging market conditions.CBS583. Royal Enfield Launches Bear 650 Scrambler in the U.S.Royal Enfield unveiled the Bear 650, a scrambler-style motorcycle inspired by the brand's 1960 Big Bear Run victory. Based on the INT 650 platform, the Bear 650 features a 648cc parallel-twin engine, upgraded suspension, wire-spoked wheels, and a two-into-one exhaust system. It also includes a full-color TFT dash and all-around LED lighting. The Bear 650 is available in five color options, with prices starting at $6,849. The first units are expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in early November 2024. MotoAmerica Talent Cup: A New Pathway to MotoGPReplacing the Junior Cup, the Talent Cup is part of the global “Road to MotoGP” program. It features riders aged 14–21 competing on spec Krämer APX-350 MA motorcycles—lightweight, purpose-built race bikes powered by KTM 350cc engines. This shift from production-based bikes to dedicated race machines aims to better prepare young riders for international competition.MotoAmerica+1Roadracing World+1The series will include at least six events and one preseason test, with one round held alongside the 2025 Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. MotoAmericaNotably, up to five riders from the Talent Cup will be invited to the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup selection event, offering a direct pathway to international racing. Additionally, top performers from the MotoAmerica Mini Cup and FIM MiniCUP Series will receive free season entries into the Talent Cup, provided they meet age requirements.MotoAmericaThis initiative marks a significant step in nurturing American talent and providing a structured route to the world stage of motorcycle racing.MotoAmericaSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
Tech Bro NonsenseFormer Google CEO Tells Congress That 99 Percent of All Electricity Will Be Used to Power Superintelligent AIbillionaire tech tycoon and former Google CEO Eric Schmidt comments to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce: "What we need from you is we need the energy in all forms, renewable, non-renewable, whatever. It needs to be there, and it needs to be there quickly.""Many people project demand for our industry will go from 3 percent to 99 percent of total generation... an additional 29 gigawatts by 2027 and 67 more gigawatts by 2030. If [China] comes to superintelligence first, it changes the dynamic of power globally, in ways that we have no way of understanding or predicting.”Meta Says It's Okay to Feed Copyrighted Books Into Its AI Model Because They Have No "Economic Value"In the ongoing suit Richard Kadrey et al v. Meta Platforms, led by a group of authors including Pulitzer Prize winner Andrew Sean Greer and National Book Award winner Ta-Nehisi Coates, the Mark Zuckerberg-led company has argued that its alleged scraping of over seven million books from the pirated library LibGen constituted "fair use" of the material, and was therefore not illegal.Meta's attorneys are also arguing that the countless books that the company used to train its multibillion-dollar language models and springboard itself into the headspinningly buzzy AI race are actually worthless. Meta cited an expert witness who downplayed the books' individual importance, averring that a single book adjusted its LLM's performance "by less than 0.06 percent on industry standard benchmarks, a meaningless change no different from noise." Thus there's no market in paying authors to use their copyrighted works, Meta says, because "for there to be a market, there must be something of value to exchange," as quoted by Vanity Fair — "but none of [the authors'] works has economic value, individually, as training data." Other communications showed that Meta employees stripped the copyright pages from the downloaded books.Tellingly, the unofficial policy seems to be to not speak about it at all: "In no case would we disclose publicly that we had trained on LibGen, however there is practical risk external parties could deduce our use of this dataset," an internal Meta slide deck read. The deck noted that "if there is media coverage suggesting we have used a dataset we know to be pirated, such as LibGen, this may undermine our negotiating position with regulators on these issues."Lauren Sánchez in Space Was Marie Antoinette in a Penis-Shaped RocketKaty Perry Boasts About Ridiculous Rocket Launch While NASA Is Scrubbing History of Women in Space“It's about a collective energy and making space for future women. It's about this wonderful world that we see right out there and appreciating it. This is all for the benefit of Earth.”Last month, the Orlando Sentinel first reported, NASA scrubbed language from a webpage about the agency's Artemis missions declaring that a goal of the mission was to put the first woman and first person of color on the Moon; just a few days later, NASA Watch reported that comic books imagining the first woman on the Moon had been deleted from NASA's website.A webpage for "Women at NASA" is still standing, but pictures of women and people of color — astronauts, engineers, scientists — have reportedly been removed from NASA's real-world hallways amid the so-called "DEI" purge. Per Scientific American, the word "inclusion" has been removed as one of NASA's core pillars. And as 404 Media reported in February, NASA personnel were directed to remove mentions of women in leadership positions from its website.OpenAI NonsenseOpenAI Is Secretly Building a Social NetworkOpenAI has been secretly building its own social media platform, which The Verge reports is intended to resemble X-formerly-Twitter — the social media middleweight owned by CEO Sam Altman's arch-nemesis, Elon MuskOpenAI updated its safety framework—but no longer sees mass manipulation and disinformation as a critical riskOpenAI said it will stop assessing its AI models prior to releasing them for the risk that they could persuade or manipulate people, possibly helping to swing elections or create highly effective propaganda campaigns.The company said it would now address those risks through its terms of service, restricting the use of its AI models in political campaigns and lobbying, and monitoring how people are using the models once they are released for signs of violations.OpenAI also said it would consider releasing AI models that it judged to be “high risk” as long as it has taken appropriate steps to reduce those dangers—and would even consider releasing a model that presented what it called “critical risk” if a rival AI lab had already released a similar model. Previously, OpenAI had said it would not release any AI model that presented more than a “medium risk.”Saying 'please' and 'thank you' to ChatGPT costs OpenAI millions, Sam Altman saysBeing nice to your AI chatbot requires computational power that raises electricity and water costsAltman responded to a user on X (formerly Twitter) who asked how much the company has lost in electricity costs from people being polite to their models: “Tens of millions of dollars well spent — you never know,” the CEO wrote.AI models rely heavily on energy stored in global data centers — which already accounts for about 2% of the global electricity consumption. Polite responses also add to OpenAI's water bill. AI uses water to cool the servers that generate the data. A study from the University of California, Riverside, said that using GPT-4 to generate 100 words consumes up to three bottles of water — and even a three-word response such as “You are welcome” uses about 1.5 ounces of water.Antitrust NonsenseTrump DOJ's plan to restructure Google hurts consumers, national security, says exec: 'Wildly overbroad'Kent Walker, Google's president of global affairs: "We're very concerned about DOJ's proposal. We think it would hurt American consumers, our economy, our tech leadership, even national security. The proposed reform from DOJ "would result in unprecedented government overreach that would harm American consumers, developers, and small businesses — and jeopardize America's global economic and technological leadership at precisely the moment it's needed most."8 revelations from Mark Zuckerberg's 3 days on the witness stand in Meta's antitrust trialThe FTC alleges Meta "helped cement" its illegal monopoly in the social media market with its acquisition of Instagram and the messaging app WhatsApp more than a decade ago.8 revelations:Antitrust worries surfaced years agoTwo years before the FTC initially sued Meta over allegations that it violated US competition laws, Zuckerberg considered breaking Instagram out into its own company to avoid potential antitrust scrutiny, according to a 2018 internal email revealed by the government at trial."I wonder if we should consider the extreme step of spinning Instagram out as a separate company," Zuckerberg wrote in the email to company executives. "As calls to break up the big tech companies grow, there is a non-trivial chance that we will be forced to spin out Instagram and perhaps WhatsApp in the next 5-10 years anyway." If a break up were to happen, Zuckerberg wrote, history showed that companies could end up better off.Asked about this view at trial, Zuckerberg said, "I'm not sure exactly what I had in mind then."A 'crazy idea' to boost Facebook's relevanceZuckerberg's "crazy idea" for Facebook in 2022 involved purging all users' friends. The CEO — fearful that Facebook was losing cultural relevance — made the proposal in a 2022 email to the social network's top brass."Option 1. Double down on Friending," Zuckerberg wrote in the message. "One potentially crazy idea is to consider wiping everyone's graphs and having them start again."Sheryl Sandberg wanted to play Settlers of CatanZuckerberg once offered to give Sheryl Sandberg, the former COO of Meta, a tutorial in the board game Settlers of Catan.The lesson offer came up in 2012 messages in which the two discussed the fresh $1 billion purchase of Instagram, partially redacted missives presented by the FTC during Zuckerberg's testimony showed."We would love it. I want to learn Settlers of Catan too so we can play," Sandberg told Zuckerberg in the message. He responded: "I can definitely teach you Settlers of Catan. It's very easy to learn."Meta's rivalry with TikTok has only just begunDuring his testimony, Zuckerberg hammered home Meta's argument that the tech giant faces massive competition from other apps, especially TikTok."TikTok is still bigger than either Facebook or Instagram," Zuckerberg testified. "I don't like it when our competitors do better than us. You can sort of bet that I'm not going to rest until we are doing quite a bit better than we are doing now.”Facebook Camera app struggles were a source of worryInstagram's early rise shook Zuckerberg. As his company struggled to mount its response with the Facebook Camera app, the CEO began to lose his patience."What is going on with our photos team?" Zuckerberg wrote in a 2011 message to top executives, as revealed by the FTC in court. Zuckerberg then described a number of individuals, whose names were redacted, as being "checked out." He added another person didn't want "to work with this team because he thinks this team sucks."In May 2012, Facebook launched a photo-sharing app called Facebook Camera, which aims to make it simpler for the social network's users to upload and browse photos on smartphones. Only weeks after Facebook spent $1 billion on a similar photo-sharing app called Instagram. Zuckerberg tried to buy Snapchat for $6 billionZuckerberg's failed bid to buy Snapchat was highlighted by the government to bolster its argument that Meta sought to maintain its dominance in the social media market through acquisitions rather than competition.Facebook isn't really for friends anymoreWhile under questioning by the FTC, Zuckerberg said that Facebook had greatly evolved since he launched the platform more than 20 years ago and that its main purpose wasn't really to connect with friends anymore.The FTC argues that Meta monopolizes the market for "personal social networking services.""The friend part has gone down quite a bit," Zuckerberg testified. He said the Facebook feed has "turned into more of a broad discovery and entertainment space."Not impressed by WhatsApp cofounderZuckerberg wasn't too impressed with one of WhatsApp's cofounders after a 2012 meeting he had with company leadership."I found him fairly impressive although disappointingly (or maybe positive for us) unambitious," Zuckerberg wrote in an email to colleagues after the meeting, it was revealed at trial.Jan Koum and Brian Acton cofounded WhatsApp in 2009. Zuckerberg said in his testimony that he thinks he was referring to Koum. Asked about his email, Zuckerberg seemed uneasy. He said that Koum was clearly smart but that he and Acton were staunchly opposed to growing their messaging app enough to be a real threat to Facebook. Zuckerberg would go on to buy WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion.Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Platforms adds former Trump advisor to the board days before an antitrust showdown with the FTCMeta Platforms is further boosting its lineup of heavy hitters with the additions of Stripe CEO Patrick Collison and Dina Powell McCormick to the mix. Powell McCormick was the former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump during his first term. Married to Republican Senator Dave McCormick, former CEO of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world's largest hedge fundsStakeholder/shareholder activism NonsenseBP suffers investor rebellion at first AGM since climate strategy U-turnBP suffered an investor rebellion on Thursday after facing shareholders for the first time since abandoning its climate strategy at a meeting marred by protest.About a quarter of shareholders (24.3%) voted against the chair, Helge Lund, which marked the first time in at least a decade that more than 10% of BP's shareholders voted against the re-election of the chair.The outgoing chair told shareholders that the company had “pursued too much while looking to build new low-carbon businesses” but that “lessons have been learned”.BP's CEO Murray Auchincloss (2.7% against), repeated his previous claim that BP's optimism in the global green energy transition was “misplaced”, and that the board's “one simple goal” was to “grow the long-term value of your investment”.Mark Van Baal, the founder of the green activist investor group Follow This, said shareholders had “made it clear that weakening climate commitments is unacceptable”. He added: “This historical result serves as a wake-up call to BP's board and emphasises investor expectation for robust governance mechanisms and genuine leadership on ESG issues.”Starbucks CEO faces major backlash after details of his work routine are revealed: 'Ill-conceived decision'A press release from the National Center for Public Policy Research reported on the hypocrisy of Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol's transportation practices when considering the company's public commitment to eco-friendly practices.Niccol travels regularly from his home in Newport Beach, California, to Starbucks' headquarters in Seattle, Washington, via private jet. Each 2,000-mile round-trip commute releases nearly nine tons of carbon dioxide.The National Center for Public Policy Research's Free Enterprise Project's director Stefan Padfield pointed out the discrepancy of policy and practice during his presentation of Proposal 8 requesting an annual report on emissions congruency. He noted that each round trip made by Niccol "is roughly the annual energy-consumption footprint of the typical American household."This analogy paints a vivid picture of the hypocrisy between Starbucks' public environmental commitments and the practices of the CEO. Gaps are apparent. Target CEO Cornell meets with Sharpton to discuss DEI rollback as civil rights leader considers boycottCEO Brian Cornell met with the Rev. Al Sharpton in New York on Thursday as the retailer faces calls for a boycott and a slowdown in foot traffic that began after it walked back key diversity, equity and inclusion programs, the civil rights leader told CNBC Wednesday.The meeting, which Target asked for, comes after some civil rights groups urged consumers not to shop at Target in response to the retailer's decision to cut back on DEI. While Sharpton has not yet called for a boycott of Target, he has supported efforts from others to stop shopping at the retailer's stores.“You can't have an election come and all of a sudden, change your old positions,” Sharpton told CNBC in a Wednesday interview ahead of the meeting. “If an election determines your commitment to fairness then fine, you have a right to withdraw from us, but then we have a right to withdraw from you.”IBM Informs Staff of DEI Retreat as Trump-Era Scrutiny GrowsEmployees were told of the changes earlier this week, in a memo that cited “inherent tensions in practicing inclusion.” Legal considerations and shifting attitudes to DEI were among the factors for the company. IBM CEO Arvind Krishna discussed the changes in his monthly video update to employees Thursday.Anti-DEI activist Robby Starbuck said he first contacted the company in February to question its policies. IBM confirmed it discussed its changes with Starbuck.The company (-10% gender influence gap) also disbanded a diversity council that represents the views of employee groups as part of its reevaluation.Exxon Faces No Shareholder Proposals for First Time in 25 YearsThe absence of requests in Exxon's proxy statement comes a year after the company sued two climate-focused investors to remove what it described as their “extreme agenda.” It also tracks with the US Securities and Exchange Commission's decision to back guidelines that make it easier for corporations to block votes on shareholder resolutions at their annual meetings.Exxon said in a statement late Monday that it received only one proposal this year and the SEC agreed it should be discarded because “it tried to micromanage the company.”Occidental Petroleum Corp., Valero Energy Corp. and Dow Inc. are other companies with no shareholder proposals up for vote at this year's annual meetings.Exxon said this year marks “the first time in recent history that our proxy includes zero proposals from activists.” It was just four years ago that a small fund scored a victory over Exxon, placing three directors on the company's board.Climate activist shareholder group Follow This pauses big oil campaignClimate activist shareholder group Follow This said on Thursday a lack of investor appetite has forced it to suspend its nearly decade-long campaign seeking stronger commitments from major oil and gas producers to emission cutsHarley-Davidson slams activist investor, saying its campaign is messing up its CEO searchIn early April, H Partners' Jared Dourdeville, who had been a Harley director since 2022, abruptly resigned from the board, saying among other things that Harley had “cultural depletion” because of its work-from-home policies and the exit of several senior leaders. And that was not his only point of contention with the rest of the board.Investment firm H Partners, a major investor with 9.1% of Harley's shares, in an open letter filed on Wednesday, urged fellow shareholders to remove three longtime directors from Harley's eight-member board at its annual meeting in mid-May by withholding votes for them. H Partners said the board had not held Harley CEO Jochen Zeitz accountable for what it called his repeated “strategic execution failures” and “severe underperformance.”CEO/Chair Zeitz (2007, 30%)Lead DIrector Norman Thomas Linebarger (2008, 13%)Sara Levinson (1996, 20%)"We believe Mr. Zeitz, Mr. Linebarger, and Ms. Levinson should be held accountable for the destruction of shareholder value,"Harley's bylaws stipulate that directors who win less than 50% of votes in an election must tender their resignations.Harley announced last week that Zeitz, CEO since 2020 and board member for 18 years, would resign but stay in his role until a successor is found. H Partners wants him out now.That followed a letter issued a day earlier by Harley-Davidson, which accused H Partners of “publicly campaigning” against it and saying that those efforts are also “adversely impacting the CEO search process and ongoing execution of the Hardwire strategic plan,” referring to a turnaround plan it launched in 2021.Harley said that it began a CEO search late last year after Zeitz expressed interest in retiring and has interviewed three potential CEOs, including one supported by Dourdeville, but declined to offer any the job. The company has also said that Dourdeville had cast only one vote against the majority during his time as a director and that as recently as November 2024 he had expressed support for Zeitz.Harley-Davidson faces board fight from H Partners amid calls for CEO to exit soon
In Bhutan soll eine Achtsamkeitsstadt entstehen, eine Mindfulness City. Also eine ganze Stadt, die nach den Erkenntnissen und Lehren der Achtsamkeit aufgebaut ist. Was brauchen eigentlich Städte, damit wir uns dort wohl fühlen? (Wiederholung vom 12. Dezember 2024)**********Quellen aus der Folge:Collins, P. Y., Sinha, M., Concepcion, T., Patton, G., Way, T., McCay, L., ... & Zeitz, L. (2024). Making cities mental health friendly for adolescents and young adults. Nature, 627(8002), 137-148.Li, Q. (2010). Effect of forest bathing trips on human immune function. Environmental health and preventive medicine, 15, 9-17.**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Eine kleine Weltreise: Achtsamkeit in unterschiedlichen Kulturen und ReligionenVedana - eine neue AchtsamkeitspraxisInterbeing: Achtsam mit der Welt in Beziehung leben**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Ihr habt Anregungen, Ideen, Themenwünsche? Dann schreibt uns gern unter achtsam@deutschlandfunknova.de
Send us a textWhat does it truly mean to be "poor in spirit," and why does Jesus call this state "blessed"? This profound exploration of Matthew 5:3 unpacks one of the most counterintuitive teachings in Scripture—that spiritual poverty actually leads to kingdom riches.Joshua Scott Zeitz vulnerably shares his personal journey from pride and self-sufficiency to humble surrender. "Before I came to Jesus, I was so full of pride and arrogance," he reflects. "In essence, I thought I was the smartest person in the room because my room consisted of well, just me. It was a horrible room." This powerful testimony illuminates how recognizing our spiritual bankruptcy becomes the doorway to transformation.Drawing wisdom from 1 Peter 5:5-7, we examine how placing ourselves under God's Word constitutes true biblical humility. The apostle Peter—who once rebuked Jesus and later denied him—eventually understood this principle deeply. His story reminds us that God consistently "gives grace to the humble" while opposing "the proud, the disdainful, the presumptuous." When we surrender our self-sufficiency and acknowledge our need for Christ, we position ourselves to receive everything He desires to give us.Are you struggling with something that weighs you down? Try this radical approach: instead of relying on your own understanding, place yourself completely under God's Word. Quote it. Think on it. Let it consume you more than your problems. Then watch as His truth gradually melts away your burdens and transforms your life. You are blessed to be a blessing—what you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textDo you ever find yourself critiquing others' spiritual journeys while comfortably sitting on the sidelines? In this heartfelt devotional, we explore how surprisingly easy it is to become spiritual critics rather than compassionate guides—much like shouting advice at cooking show contestants from our couches when we couldn't handle the pressure ourselves.Drawing from personal experience, I share my early struggles with a critical spirit that hindered rather than helped my witness for Christ. The turning point came through David's humble prayer in Psalm 51, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right and steadfast spirit within me." This scripture reminds us that transformation begins within before it can overflow to others. Jesus never commanded us to tell people how bad they are—He called us to share good news.The solution isn't complicated but requires intentionality: spending consistent time in God's presence. Through worship, scripture, and prayer, God smooths our rough edges like a master craftsman. The Bible becomes His refining tool, revealing areas where we need growth while providing the nourishment necessary for transformation. When we allow God to work on our critical spirits, our approach to evangelism naturally shifts from condemnation to invitation, from pointing out darkness to reflecting light.Whether you're feeling spiritually polished or a bit rough around the edges today, take encouragement from this truth: what a difference it makes when, rather than telling people how bad they are, we start showing them how good our God is. Spend some extra time in His presence today, invite His refining touch, and watch how your witness for Him transforms. After all, what you make happen for others, God will make happen for you.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever noticed how missing just one hour of sleep can completely derail your day? Our spiritual lives work the same way. When we neglect our connection with God, we operate from a place of depletion rather than divine fullness.Drawing from John 14:27, we explore Christ's extraordinary promise: "Peace I leave with you, my perfect peace I give to you." This isn't the conditional, temporary peace the world offers—it's a supernatural tranquility that remains steadfast through every storm. Jesus, called the Prince of Peace in Isaiah 9:6, offers us rest that transforms not just our inner world but our capacity to serve others.The beautiful truth is that we're never alone on this journey. When Jesus ascended to heaven, He ensured we wouldn't be left without help. Through the Holy Spirit dwelling in every believer, we now have continuous, 24/7 access to God's throne of grace. While the world aims to steal our peace and drain our energy, Christ has already overcome these challenges. He came not to burden us but to bring life more abundantly.For those struggling to establish this vital connection, try the simple yet transformative 5-5-5 method: five minutes of Bible reading, five minutes of praise, and five minutes of prayer. What begins as a spiritual discipline often grows into a life-giving habit that leaves you rested in Him and ready to face whatever challenges come your way. Join us as we discover how to find perfect peace in an increasingly chaotic world. Subscribe now and make time with God the priority that changes everything else.Support the show
Send us a textWhen faced with life's seemingly impossible situations, our first response often mirrors Philip's in John 6:7—we calculate our resources and confidently declare, "There's not enough." We exaggerate our limitations to God, as if He needs convincing about how dire our circumstances truly are.This daily encouragement explores the profound truth that Jesus already knows when a miracle is needed. He isn't waiting for elaborate solutions or expecting us to somehow generate additional resources. Instead, He invites us to surrender our doubts and bring what little we have with complete trust. The beautiful paradox of faith reveals itself when we stop fixating on what we lack and start focusing on who God is—alpha and omega, owner of "cattle on a thousand hills," with driveways of solid gold.Hope takes on new meaning when understood as confident expectation rather than wishful thinking. As children of the King, adopted into the greatest family in the universe, we have every reason to expect good things today. The invitation stands: be still, keep your eyes locked on Him rather than on circumstances, and watch as He makes a way where there seems to be no way. Remember this powerful principle—what you make happen for others, God will make happen for you. Your "not enough" becomes more than enough in the hands of our abundantly generous God.Support the show
Send us a textDo you find yourself constantly returning to old patterns, habits, and mindsets despite knowing better? Most of us struggle not because we lack knowledge but because we don't truly understand our identity in Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 12:1, we explore how recognizing who we are in Christ empowers us to "strip off every unnecessary weight and sin which so easily entangles us."My own journey through self-doubt and negative self-perception taught me that freedom isn't something we achieve—it's something we accept. When my pastor simply said, "Be free," it transformed my understanding. Those two small words encompass a powerful truth: being free means acknowledging it's already done. Christ paid for everything on the cross—not just our sins, but our joy, peace, healing, victory, and favor. Our responsibility isn't to earn these gifts but to walk in what's already ours.The gateway to this freedom comes through immersing yourself in God's Word and understanding His thoughts toward you. You are constantly on God's mind, and His thoughts about you are consistently good. Even if your earthly experience lacked love or affirmation, the spiritual reality is that you've been adopted into the greatest family that exists. Today's challenge is simple yet profound: be who God says you are. Embrace your freedom, for what Jesus paid for is already yours. And remember the principle that transforms our interactions: what you make happen for others, God will make happen for you.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever wondered if your relationship with God has become one-sided? That striking question opens our exploration into the nature of true fellowship with our Creator. We challenge listeners to honestly reflect: how often do you approach God simply to love Him, without presenting a list of needs?Drawing from the beautiful promise in Lamentations 3:22-23, we discover that God's compassions never fail and are new every morning—a foundation for understanding His desire for genuine relationship. While it's true that God wants us to walk in victory and has given us His Word as a tool for that purpose, there's something profoundly transformative about approaching prayer from a perspective of adoration rather than acquisition.The true power in this message comes from recognizing what happens when we shift our focus. As we spend more time in God's presence, our self-centeredness naturally diminishes. When we sit at His feet in worship, our doubts about His care for us fade away. Problems that once seemed overwhelming "cower at the brightness of his glory" when viewed from His perspective. This isn't merely positive thinking—it's experiencing the reality-altering power of divine communion.We conclude with a practical challenge: approach God today without asking for anything. Simply worship Him, honor Him, and praise Him. This act of selfless adoration not only pleases the heart of God but becomes our most effective spiritual weapon. Like Joshua at Jericho, we discover that praise and worship are how we fight our battles, watching as walls come tumbling down. Your time of fellowship with God isn't just devotional—it's revolutionary.Support the show
Send us a textDo you ever feel like you're playing different characters depending on where you are and who you're with? From parent to professional, church member to community volunteer, we all wear multiple hats in life—and sometimes the constant role-switching can leave us feeling spiritually disconnected.Drawing from Colossians 3:24, this episode dives deep into the challenge of maintaining an authentic Christian witness across all areas of life. Rather than compartmentalizing our faith or becoming "spiritual chameleons," we explore the liberating truth that our identity remains constant because our lives are "hidden with Christ in God."The secret to consistency isn't trying harder to manage different personas. Instead, it comes through intentionally setting our minds on eternal things rather than earthly concerns. This heavenly focus creates an internal compass that guides our interactions regardless of context. We don't have to stress about which "crowd" we're with because we're always looking for opportunities to encourage, bless, and uplift others.Most refreshingly, this approach doesn't demand constant "ministry mode." We can fully enjoy recreation, entertainment, and relaxation while still doing everything "as unto the Lord." Whether through meaningful conversations or simple acts of kindness, we can wear a thousand different hats while remaining a consistent light in each one. What roles will you embrace today with this eternal perspective?Support the show
Send us a textComparison is the thief of joy—especially in our spiritual lives. Drawing from Philippians 3:13-14, we explore why the backward glance can sabotage our forward progress in faith. "Forgetting what lies behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal..." Paul's words remind us that the Christian journey isn't about measuring up to others but pressing forward in our unique calling.Have you ever wished your spiritual growth came with a progress bar? Unfortunately, life doesn't work that way. Looking deeper at Jesus's parable of the talents reveals a profound truth: the master didn't compare the servants to each other, but evaluated each based on what they did with what they were given. This perfectly illustrates God's economy—we aren't judged against fellow believers but on our faithfulness with our unique measure of faith.The danger of what I call "comparison Christianity" lurks in our churches and social media feeds, tempting us to measure our worth against others' apparent success. This toxic mindset breeds offense, bitterness, and devastating battles with self-worth. Instead of gauging your spiritual progress by likes, acceptance, or church position, I challenge you to focus on the Father's business—sharing good news, encouraging others, and loving genuinely. When we're busy serving others, we simply won't have time to track our supposed progress or compare ourselves. You are who God says you are—not what comparisons suggest. Join us daily for more encouragement as we journey together in faith.Support the show
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Send us a textWe explore the powerful message from Psalms 46 about finding refuge and strength in God, challenging the common tendency to compartmentalize faith until crisis hits. By intentionally practicing stillness and inviting divine presence into our daily decisions, we can transform our approach to life's challenges both big and small.• God is described as "our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble"• Many people treat God like a spare tire or genie in a bottle, only involving Him during crises• When we compartmentalize God, we miss opportunities for blessing and guidance• Intentionally involving God in decision-making, finances, parenting and work reduces stress• Not about getting "hooky spooky" but about purposefully including God in more areas of life• Finding scriptures for areas where you've been operating independently• What you make happen for others, God will make happen for youTake some time today to identify areas in your life where you've been trying to manage without God's involvement, find scriptures that speak to those situations, and watch those areas begin to transform.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever considered that your approach to faith might resemble your approach to property—renting versus owning? This profound analogy forms the heart of today's reflection on Matthew 22:37, where Jesus commands us to "love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind."When we rent a home, we handle minor upkeep but leave major repairs to the landlord. Similarly, many believers "rent" their spiritual lives—attending church, reading Scripture occasionally, or giving offerings—while leaving the heavier lifting to God. We check religious boxes without fully investing ourselves. But Jesus calls for something far deeper: complete ownership of our faith journey.True spiritual ownership transforms everything. Prayer becomes conversation rather than obligation. Worship becomes expression rather than performance. Service becomes privilege rather than duty. Yet this level of devotion isn't always comfortable or easy. As today's message reminds us, "Life is not always peaches and cream, and neither is our walk with the Lord." There will be seasons when we don't feel spiritually motivated, when circumstances seem contradictory to God's promises, when prayers appear unanswered. During these wilderness periods, the enemy seeks to foster apathy, hoping we'll retreat to mere religious observation.The antidote? Continued obedience regardless of feelings. Sometimes faith means simply declaring, "Come hell or high water, I'm going to walk with Jesus," and taking the next step forward. The feelings will eventually align with the actions, but we must first choose commitment. Today, decide to move beyond a renter's mentality. Choose to love and serve God with your entire being—heart, soul, and mind—even when it's difficult. Your perseverance will not only strengthen your faith but inspire others around you.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever found yourself wondering where God is in the midst of your struggles? That disconnect between what we feel and what we know to be true creates some of the most challenging moments in our spiritual journey.Today we're tackling the profound tension between our emotional experiences and God's unchanging Word. When circumstances seem to contradict what Scripture promises, we face a critical decision: will we trust our feelings or stand on divine truth? As we explore John 4:24, we discover that genuine worship happens "in spirit and in truth" - not just when our emotions align with our faith.God has promised never to leave or forsake us, yet we don't always feel His presence. The secret to developing unshakable peace isn't found in perfect circumstances but in consistently anchoring ourselves to Scripture. When we commit to "keep putting the Word in, no matter what," something remarkable happens. The challenges that once devastated us lose their power, and we develop what Colossians 3:15 calls "the inner calm of one who walks daily with Him."This spiritual stability becomes our greatest testimony. When others witness our inexplicable peace amid chaos, they inevitably ask how we maintain such composure - creating natural opportunities to share the gospel. The blessed assurance we seek doesn't come from emotional highs but from the solid foundation of God's promises. His Word stands eternal, "forever settled in heaven," while our feelings come and go.Join us in discovering how to worship in spirit and truth, finding refuge under the wings of our heavenly Father when life's storms rage. Subscribe to Mornings with Jesus for daily encouragement that will help you build an unshakable faith beyond feelings.Support the show
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Send us a textHave you ever felt the pressure to experience everything, see it all, and constantly be in motion? Today's reflection on Proverbs 4:25-27 invites us into a counter-cultural wisdom that transforms our perspective on life's seemingly ordinary moments.Drawing from the simple pleasure of watching fish swim in an aquarium, we explore how quality experiences often outshine quantity, and how this principle applies to our spiritual journey. While the world pushes us toward constant stimulation and visible achievements, some of our most significant growth happens in the quiet, unwitnessed moments of life.These "mundane" seasons—when progress feels slow and excitement wanes—are precisely when character and integrity are forged most powerfully. When no one is watching except you and God, something profound happens: preparation for purpose. As we share in this episode, "Allowing Him to mold and make us in the secret place is what prepares us for the public space."God rarely speaks through spectacular displays or overwhelming experiences. Instead, transformation typically happens through that still, small voice that requires intentional listening. Learning to appreciate life's simple pleasures creates contentment that doesn't depend on constant stimulation or novelty. When we embrace this truth, we discover that Jesus truly is more than enough.Listen now and be encouraged that your seemingly insignificant moments matter deeply to God. What are you learning in your quiet seasons? Share your thoughts, and subscribe for more daily encouragement that helps you find God in every moment of your day.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever carried a cup filled to the brim, carefully avoiding a spill? While servers learn to look straight ahead when carrying full cups, our spiritual lives thrive when we're so filled with God's Word that we overflow everywhere we go.Drawing from the beautiful imagery of Psalm 23:5—"Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies, thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over"—we discover the tremendous power of being saturated with Scripture. When we're full of God's promises, we naturally leave less room for the enemies of our soul: worry, fear, anxiety, doubt, anger, and sin.The most revealing moments in our lives come when pressure hits—when life "kicks our bucket." Whatever we've filled ourselves with will inevitably spill out. If you've stored up Scripture, you'll be prepared to declare "no vacancy" to every challenge that knocks at your door. Whether it's anger rising (respond with James 1:19), sickness approaching (counter with 1 Peter 2:24), or worry pulling at you (answer with Philippians 4:6), God's Word provides the perfect response to life's toughest situations. You don't need to master this overnight—start today with small steps, and watch as the Word works wonders in your life. What spiritual filling are you prioritizing today? Subscribe to Mornings with Jesus for your daily dose of encouragement, and start experiencing the power of an overflowing cup.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever dismissed God's actions as simply "mysterious ways" that you'll never understand? Today's encouragement challenges that notion with a fresh perspective on our relationship with the Creator of the universe.At the heart of Christianity lies an astounding truth: God doesn't want to keep you in the dark. Jesus explicitly told his disciples, "I no longer call you servants... Instead, I call you friends." This transformative statement reveals God's desire for transparency and intimacy with you. While servants remain outside the inner circle of knowledge, friends are invited into understanding.The contrast couldn't be more striking. As one pastor wisely observed, "The devil hides things FROM us, but God hides things FOR us." This distinction changes everything about how we approach our faith journey. When God conceals wisdom, it's not to exclude us but to invite us into the treasure hunt of discovery—a process that builds relationship and intimacy with Him.Jesus didn't merely come to earth as a distant savior issuing prescriptions for our spiritual maladies from behind glass. He immersed Himself completely in our messy human experience. The God of the universe reserves a table for two with your name on it—a personal, one-on-one relationship that transcends religious obligation. He stands at the door of your heart, knocking gently, waiting to be invited in for unhurried conversation.Whether you've been sitting regularly with God or it's been months since your last meaningful connection, today's message offers reassurance: He isn't disappointed in your absence. He's madly in love with you, holding your seat at His table. Will you accept the invitation to sit with Him today?Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever felt so overwhelmed that your first instinct was to run away from everything? That desperate feeling of wanting to escape your problems is something we all experience, but today's message offers a life-changing perspective on where we should run when life gets tough.Through a beautifully crafted poem called "Running," we explore the journey from running away from God's goodness to running toward His loving arms. The poem paints a vivid picture of someone worn out from fighting their battles alone, making their bed in the darkness, and bound by chains of their own making. But the narrative shifts dramatically when they finally cry out to God and discover that divine pursuit never ceased. "I stepped out on the waves. Now there's joy in lieu of sorrow. In you, I found my healing." These words capture the profound transformation that occurs when we change direction and run toward God rather than away from Him.What makes this message so powerful is its gentle reminder that no one is beyond redemption. "Are you running, hurting, lonely? Done things you never meant to? Come back to the Father. He longs to forgive you." The invitation extends to everyone, regardless of past mistakes or present struggles. The promise that "if you're on this side of glory, you can always start again" offers hope that today can be different if we choose to rest in God's loving arms. Whatever you're facing right now, take comfort in knowing that God has it under control, and His presence is just a prayer away. Will you join us in running toward Him rather than away from Him today?Support the show
Send us a textGrace doesn't erase consequences. This powerful truth lies at the heart of today's candid exploration of sin's lasting impact on our lives.Drawing from his dramatic testimony of transformation that began in a jail cell, Joshua Scott Zeitz reveals the hard-won wisdom that took years to fully grasp: while God forgives completely, the ripple effects of our choices continue long after repentance. As he vulnerably shares, "I had to learn this the hard way. Before I met Jesus, I was a total mess. I made so many horrible and wicked decisions that followed me well up into my adult years, decisions that not only affected me on a personal level but also had an impact on those around me, like my wife and children."Joshua carefully balances this sobering reality with the assurance of God's unconditional forgiveness, referencing 1 John 1:9 and the parable of the prodigal son. Yet he cautions against what he calls "slippery grace"—the dangerous notion that we can sin freely, ask forgiveness, and escape consequences entirely. "Sin is fun for a season," he warns, "but afterwards there's hell to pay." This isn't about God withholding forgiveness, but rather about the connected nature of life itself.The good news? No matter your past, you can begin sowing different seeds today. Whether your testimony involves a dramatic conversion or years of regrettable choices, this moment presents an opportunity to position yourself for a magnificent harvest through better decisions. Take your first step away from the edge of temptation and toward the abundant life God designed for you. Subscribe now for more daily encouragement on living a purposeful, Christ-centered life.Support the show
Send us a textThe spiritual battlefield requires vigilance, especially when we're at our weakest. Drawing from 1 Peter 5:8, we examine how the enemy operates "like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour" and what this means for our daily spiritual practices.Have you noticed how your worst decisions often come when you're tired, hungry, stressed, or overworked? This isn't coincidental. As one pastor wisely observed, "When emotions are high, decision-making is low." These vulnerable moments are precisely when spiritual vigilance becomes most critical—and when the enemy is most likely to attack. The warning that Satan will "take you to hell with a hangnail" vividly illustrates how even small compromises can lead to significant spiritual derailment.True sobriety and vigilance extend beyond abstaining from substances. They involve carefully guarding what we allow past our "eyes, ears, and mouth gates." Every heart contains an invisible throne that can only be occupied by one entity: either Jesus reigns supreme, or we attempt to usurp His rightful place through neglect and self-centeredness. The good news? No matter what decisions we've made in the past, we always have the opportunity to make the next right one—to bend our knees and surrender to the King of Kings.Join us as we explore what it means to stand as sentinels in God's kingdom, remaining sober, staying vigilant, and witnessing for the One who is infinitely worthy. Remember: life is connected, and when we guard our hearts with all diligence, we're not just protecting ourselves—we're preserving our testimony and witness to a watching world.Support the show
Send us a textWhat's that one thing you're keeping back from God? That area you carefully protect, that habit you justify, that comfort you return to when life gets difficult? Today's powerful reflection on Psalm 139:23-24 tackles the courage required to pray, "Search me thoroughly, O God, and know my heart."There's a transformative truth at work in our spiritual lives: whatever we withhold from God inevitably becomes a mess, while whatever we surrender becomes blessed. King David exemplifies this principle perfectly. Despite his spectacular moral failures—adultery with Bathsheba and arranging her husband's murder—David's willingness to return to God with complete transparency is why he remained "a man after God's own heart." His example challenges us to examine what we might be holding back.In a deeply personal moment, I share my own battle with pornography, a struggle that persisted even after my spiritual transformation and marriage. Like many, I created exceptions and justifications, using this sin as a crutch when facing life's difficulties. Freedom only came when I finally exposed it fully to God's light, rediscovered my identity in Christ, and claimed the spiritual authority available to every believer. Your struggle may be different, but the pathway to freedom remains the same: complete surrender. Whatever God reveals, He wants to heal. Will you let Him search your heart today? Your breakthrough might be just one prayer away.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever caught yourself saying "If only..." and then describing what would make your life better? We all create these conditional scenarios, believing our happiness depends on changing circumstances. But what if the most powerful "if-then" statement already exists in scripture?Today we dive into Jesus's profound words from John 15:7: "If you abide in me and my words abide in you, you shall ask what you will, and it shall be done unto you." Unlike our worldly conditional thinking, this divine promise offers something far more transformative – a relationship with Christ that changes everything.The Christian journey isn't about wishful thinking or desperately hoping circumstances might improve. It's about taking God at His word and standing firmly on His promises regardless of how things appear. When we stop merely wishing and start speaking God's Word, when we cease hoping and start believing with confidence, transformation follows.God hasn't left us to figure life out alone. He's provided clear direction through scripture and invites us into an abiding relationship where our desires align with His heart. This process unfolds over time as we consistently choose to remain in Christ and let His words take root within us.Ready to exchange your conditional scenarios for God's powerful promises? Join us as we discover what happens when we truly abide in Jesus and let His words abide in us. Remember, if God is for you, who can be against you? What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you.Support the show
Send us a textGratitude transforms how we experience life's challenges. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18, today's meditation explores the profound difference between being thankful FOR everything versus IN everything. This isn't semantic wordplay—it's a life-changing distinction that reshapes our entire approach to suffering.God's goodness remains constant even when our circumstances don't. Every blessing originates from Him (James 1:17), which means He stands as our solution, not our problem. While scripture acknowledges that troubles inevitably come, the promises of scripture remind us we're never alone in them. Greater is He within us than any force against us. The righteous face many afflictions, yet divine deliverance remains assured.The cross reveals Jesus' heart toward our suffering. He endured ultimate pain "for the joy set before Him"—and remarkably, that joy was us. This great exchange offers righteousness for our shame, peace for our turmoil, and hope for our despair. When darkness feels overwhelming, remember God isn't bringing death, curses, or trouble—He's your refuge from them. He stands as your ever-present help, your closest friend, your unshakable rock. The invitation remains simple yet profound: don't blame Him, claim Him. Run toward God rather than away when life gets difficult. In doing so, you'll discover the supernatural ability to give thanks in everything, reflecting the true will of God for your life.Support the show
Send us a textHave you ever caught yourself standing in the way of God's work rather than transparently revealing Christ to others? Today's powerful reflection draws from a familiar childhood phrase – "you make a better door than a window" – to challenge our approach to Christian living.Drawing from Colossians 1:27 and Galatians 2:20, we explore what it truly means for Christ to live in us as "the hope of glory." The journey from spiritual immaturity to maturity often follows a predictable path: we begin focused on ourselves – our blessings, our healing, our calling – before eventually realizing that authentic Christianity shifts the spotlight entirely off ourselves and onto Jesus.This episode delves into how our culture's obsession with material possessions and self-promotion creates spiritual "doors" that block others from seeing what truly matters. In contrast, when we embrace servanthood like Jesus and Paul modeled, we become windows through which others can glimpse the divine. Rather than being caught on camera doing something wrong, what if the watching world witnessed us serving, giving, and imitating Christ?The world desperately needs Jesus, not more Christian influencers drawing attention to themselves. Today's encouragement calls us to radical transparency – to move out of the way so Christ can be clearly seen through us. As we pour ourselves out in service to others following Christ's example, we fulfill our highest calling as believers. Join us in this challenging but essential journey of becoming less so He can become more.Support the show
Send us a textSatan only shows you the thrill, not the bill that comes after. Through passages from Isaiah and Ezekiel, we uncover how Lucifer—once described as "full of wisdom and perfect in beauty"—fell from his exalted position through pride and rebellion. This fallen angel then approached Adam and Eve in Eden, offering temporary pleasure while hiding devastating consequences.Why does something so wrong feel so right in the moment? I share my personal journey through drug addiction that began innocently enough in the back of a friend's car. What started as a momentary high gradually deadened my conscience, leading me down a path of escalating drug use, theft, broken relationships, and ultimately jail time. None of these consequences were visible when temptation first appeared—just like Eve couldn't see beyond the fruit that was "pleasant to the eyes."The enemy excels at perverting God's good gifts, hijacking our pleasure centers while concealing the destruction that follows. My story reached rock bottom on a jailhouse floor facing 12 years in prison, but that wasn't the end. God's redemptive power changed everything, offering freedom where addiction once chained me. If you're struggling with any form of addiction today, there's hope beyond the cycle of diminishing returns and increasing consequences. Don't run from God in shame—run to Him for salvation. He stands ready to transform your rock bottom into the foundation of a new beginning.Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
Send us a textGood News Alert! You don't have to do this life alone. God wants you to know Him personally! He wants a relationship with you.Seek Him today with your whole heart and you will find Him! Remember: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show
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