The RZNGMEN Show: Recent Episodes
Craig C. Carlisle
I had the unique privilege to talk with Jaxen and 2 of his friends about how they make decisions. Colin Duxbury, Jake Rosenfeld, Jaxen, and I talk, laugh, and share about what it looks and feels like to make decisions for young me their age. I learned a lot. I know you will too.
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What we do and say matter, publicly and privately. Decisions shape our character. Character determines the trajectory of our future. My sons and I will talk, share, and laugh, about decisions that shaped our character.
Caeden released he 1st apparel line!! He and I talk about what that feels like, what lessons learned, and what lessons can be taught after accomplishing such a monumental thing. I'm a proud dad. I am supposed to leave a legacy for my children's, children's, children. I think this, and some other things, qualifies. Tune in. Listen, like, laugh, and share.
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My guests Dr. Mary L. Page, Annette Beique and are back at it. Sharing, laughing, and so much more. Wanna find out what we're talking about? Listen in.
Talk Tuesdays. Wake up with us! Laugh. Cry. Get Motivated. It all happens and more.
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Join us for our new series, “Some Lessons…” We kick it off with Special Guests Dr. Mary L. Page and Annette Beique. We shared our thanks, laughs, and tears discussing our stories of healing from grief. I learned some things. Heard some similarities. Most of all… I realized a very, very important thing. Wanna find out? Listen in.
Talk Tuesdays. Wake up with us! Laugh. Cry. Get Motivated. It all happens and more. Listen to The RZNGMEN Show: Online - www.wjrgradio.com 10 a.m Eastern / 7 a.m. Pacific
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Rhyen leads his own episode and invites some friends to talk about their future. Sometime we share more freely when we're with people we trust. What about your friends? You trust 'em? Are they praying for you or preying on you? Healthy relationships are like air in our lungs. When you find them, be intentional, and cherish every moment you're privileged to have with them.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net, and 10 a.m Eastern / 7 a.m. Pacific on WJRG Radio (Connecticut) www.wjrgradio.com.
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Caeden, Rhyen, and I continue talking about their future. You can't ever talk enough about that with our youth.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net, and 10 a.m Eastern / 7 a.m. Pacific on WJRG Radio (Connecticut) www.wjrgradio.com.
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What if we lived our lives like we really believed our choices mattered? Like our lives mattered? Like God was real and mattered? If we did, our choices would be better. They wouldn't be self centered. We'd put others first. Everyone's life and communities would mater. Because they do. How do you live your life? Does it matter? During this episode, our conversation turned a bit. It revealed some hurts that prevent us from living like our lives matter. Hurts come from so many people, places, and things. Church hurt is one of the most painful. As a parent, we often think our children don't see things. That's so untrue. Our children see everything. They may not understand what they see. But, when they do, the scars can run deep and long.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net, and 7 a.m Eastern / 4 a.m. Pacific on WJRG Radio (Connecticut) www.wjrgradio.com.
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This episode features a few of my son Rhyen's friends that have recently graduated from high school also. Great conversation about the view of their future.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net, and 7 a.m Eastern / 4 a.m. Pacific on WJRG Radio (Connecticut) www.wjrgradio.com.
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The future is open for all of us. It can be whatever we believe it can. The key is the belief. What we believe is the center of who we are and where we're going. Who the surround ourselves with is equally as important. Toxic people suck and have no place in our lives. Friend or family, there's no room in our lives for toxic waste or negative thoughts. Unconditional love and faith is paramount in everything we do. Love doesn't mean we have to be stay in contact/community. Some you have to let go. And as we do, we let go of fear. Our future is bright... it we let it be.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net, and 7 a.m Eastern / 4 a.m. Pacific on WJRG Radio (Connecticut) www.wjrgradio.com.
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Caeden and I continue our discussion on this topic.
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Life since the Pandemic has been different, to say the least. Families had no clues then, and even less now. I may seem like life is getting back to normal, but what is normal now. The only thing normal is change. Family relationships have been strained during this time. Before that too, if the truth be told. Life... requires that we get used to change, be patient with each other, and listen.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Caeden and finish up our discussion.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Caeden and I continue our conversation about life, choices, and the not having any more excuses to live life fully. Our conversation turned when he asked me about what I thought about his life. Parents, it great to let our children as us question. The key is that we answer them truthfully and transparently. Tune in and listen to our
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There's always something to complain about. Something to blame our failures and shortcomings on. Why don't we take responsibility for our actions. It's vitally necessary our growth and wellbeing. It takes time and dedication, but it can be accomplished. It must be to grow and mature into the person God cre
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Change is something that we're still talking about.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Change is the only constant in our lives. Seconds pass. Breaths, inhale and exhale. Moment-by-moment passes and we take some many of them for granted. We're not entitled to the ones we're using, not to mention the next. We need to cherish each. It is essential to be present in the very moment that we're in. We need to live like the each moment is the last one we'l every have. This is a pain lesson I knew when my mother and then mother-in-law passed, but tragically learned when my wife died. I've been reminding myself and teaching my sons, and anyone who'll listen ever since. Join us. Listen. Learn. Grow. It will change your life.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Continuation of our conversation about or view of life and future through the lens of the new year.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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By the time we come to the end of a year, we’re usually so glad, even relieved that all that old crap and drama is over. We can now start over. I know I could us a do-over for so many things in my life, not just at the end of a year, but everyday. New Year has about renewal, refreshing ray of hope that hard to resist. My youngest sons and talk about our past with our future in clear view. Join us. Share your thoughts, ideas, and emotions. What are you thinking about for 2022? Listen in as we share our vision.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Christmas time can easily trip us up into thinking that it's all about the gifts and and presents or we're nothing. The is that it's our presence that is everything.
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Christmas is my favorite time of the year. Not just for the gifts when I was much younger. Now, it's all about the love, time, laughs, smiles, food, and so much more. That's it. That's the meaning. Join us as my youngest sons and I share stories of Christmas past. I learned through their laughs that their present is good, and their future is bright.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Communication:
noun
the act or process of communicating; fact of being communicated. the imparting or interchange of thoughts, opinions, or information by speech, writing, or signs. something imparted, interchanged, or transmitted. a document or message imparting news, views, information, etc. passage, or an opportunity or means of passage, between places. The key to effective communication is language. Both verbal and non verbal are used. Both are required. The Boyz and spent time looking at our communication. Join us as we laugh, talk, and yell our way to discover, create, and protect, communication.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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4th and final part of the teaching.
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Part 3 of the teaching.
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Part 2 of the teaching.
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Almost since the beginning of time, people have been talking about the end of time. I am not sure when that is, but I do know that I have be know and be alert for the signs. In between time and in the meantime, we need know how to identify False Teachers. This brief series is the message that gave recently at Weapons of Mass Destruction's Tuesday night study. This is an Atlanta based ministry lead by Apostle WaRenda Williams. She has been an guest on The RZNGMEN Show, and it was an honor to be able to speak at her ministry.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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The Boyz and I continue our discussion about people really knowing who we are. Funny how we got off topic and onto the subject of my views on their dating, again. Yup, already covered that... but...
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Ever have issues with relationships? The same issues keep popping up? Ever think that people don't really know you? You're probably right, because you didn't let them know you. I mean really know you. So often we put up facades to protect ourselves, and use stereotypes to judge others. Neither are good, and leave us in places of misunderstanding, confusion, and frustration. We need to speak up and set healthy boundaries and expectations with everyone you are in contact. Join the Boyz and I as we talk about who we are.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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The Boyz and I continue our conversation around who we are and what we portray to others.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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What are we showing the world, versus what do we think we're showing? It should be the same, but for many, it's different. That difference matters. It leads to misunderstandings, frustrations, and regret. We have to find out what matters to us, and live that out consciously. It takes effort, and intentionality. This is something that I want my sons to learn early in life. They should not need to correct this 30, 50, or more years in. Do you know if you're sending the message that you truly want sent? Ask someone who you've allowed to know you and you'll find out.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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The Boyz and I finish our discussion about race, racial slurs, and the concept of S.L.U.R: Speak Life Undo Racism. It was an awesome topic to speak with my sons about. As parents, we need to do this more than just when the lights are brightest and the streams are going. This is an every that thing. We need to remain vigilant and attentive to their thought and needs. If we aren't the world is. The world view is not one that is healthy, nor do I want my children's children's children to have.
Information used in this episode:
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Racism
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Rhetoric
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Reasons that keep us apart
- Proverbs 22:6 TPT - Dedicate your children to God and point them in the way that they should go, and the values they’ve learned from you will be with them for life.
- 1 Peter 4:8 TPT - Above all, constantly echo God’s intense love for one another, for love will be a canopy over a multitude of sins
- KTLA5: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/moreno-valley-cheerleaders-say-they-were-targeted-with-racial-slurs-at-game-against-temecula-valley-hs/
- Temecula Patch: https://patch.com/california/temecula/temecula-valley-hs-responds-allegations-racial-slurs
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Racial SLURs seem to be so commonplace in today's society. But how is that possible? Home training, that's how. One of my sons said that it was the lack of good or any home training. The sad part is, good, bad, or without, training still training. What we model out for our children is what they learn and imitate. If you want to get a view your parenting, listen to your children speak. Watch then live and interact with their friends. Check their social media. Especially their fake accounts used to troll people. Afraid of what you'll see? Many of us parents should be.
I this episode, we step away from tell our past and deal with out present and future. It was a bit uncomfortable at point in our conversation. Why? Because it was out truth that we don't normally discuss outside our home. In this cancel culture, speak something that is unpopular can have it's consequences. But, the truth will make us free. The key is to know the truth. So much information comes from unqualified sources. People just typing or saying something so of then that they would never say to or about the intended person if they were face-to-face. I am certain, many of those words would never have crossed their minds with the cyber distance between them providing their confidence to speak so disrespectfully. I am not speaking against our right to freedom of speech. What I'm saying is that it's not what you say in so many cases, but rather how you say it. We need to Speak Life and Undo Racism, Rhetoric, Reasons that separate us, etc. We need to return to our first love and teach love. That will cover a multitude of evils/sins.
Information used in this episode:
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Racism
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Rhetoric
- SLUR: Speak Life Undo Reasons that keep us apart
- Proverbs 22:6 TPT - Dedicate your children to God and point them in the way that they should go, and the values they’ve learned from you will be with them for life.
- 1 Peter 4:8 TPT - Above all, constantly echo God’s intense love for one another, for love will be a canopy over a multitude of sins
- KTLA5: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/moreno-valley-cheerleaders-say-they-were-targeted-with-racial-slurs-at-game-against-temecula-valley-hs/
- Temecula Patch: https://patch.com/california/temecula/temecula-valley-hs-responds-allegations-racial-slurs
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
The RZNGMEN Show can also be heard on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeart Radio.
The 2021/2022 school year is upon us. Those that are fortunate to escape school, still can't avoid responsibility some person, place or thing. It is up to us to be ready, patient, consistent. Our children need us. We need us. Besides, we're adult in the relationship. This doesn't mean that we don't get mad or disappointed in our children. It means that we express it, deal with it, and move on from it. If we know better we should do better. If you've listened to The RZNGMEN Show any length of time, then I know you know better. So it's time to do better.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Responsibility can be defined as the state or fact of being responsible, answerable, or accountable for something within one's power, control, or management (Dictionary.com: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/responsibility). We all need to be responsible for at least ourselves. If we're going to be a parent, then we're going to need to learn to be responsible for something else before it has to be someone else. Life changing experiences occur when we learn to consider someone else's wellbeing above our own. This is what my youngest sons are learning now with their 2 young puppies. Listen in as they share what they've learned in a very short time. Their lives have changed for better to the point that even they have notice. As a dad, I could not ask for too much more. There aren't many times as parent that I get to experience the outcome of a tough lesson that I'm trying to teach. Here, lesson learned. This one however, will continue to teach for years to come.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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We continue our conversation about what we're afraid of. I am removing "Terrified" from our vocabulary and replacing it with "Terridependence". "Terri-dependence" or being "Terri-dependent" is casting our cares on God, because he cares for us. 1 Peter 5:7 TPT - If you bow low in God’s awesome presence, he will eventually exalt you as you leave the timing in his hands. Pour out all your worries and stress upon him and leave them there, for he always tenderly cares for you. There's peace and freedom in doing this. I challenge everyone to try being "Terri-dependent.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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What you afraid of? Ever think about why? My sons and I talk about this during this episode. I learned a lot. I know they did because I could see it in their eyes. I know that we need to do video for this show moving forward. I need you all to see what I see. I need them to see what I see. There's so much learning when we listen. Are you listening?
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Our summer is full swing. Inside, outside, and upside down. This week we talk about what distance learning has done to us, gaps in our learning, and expectations for the upcoming year. We even talk about how the death of their mother prepared them for what we've experienced the past year or so. After trauma of losing their mother, everything else is easy to adjust to and deal with. Even COVID. I'm not saying that to provoke any more trauma, but the truth is that enemy is always after us anyway. Any on the days that he isn't, we're struggling with ourselves anyway. It can often feel the same sadly enough. Join us on The RZNGMEN Show. C'mon. Laugh, cry, and grow with us.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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Summertime is our favorite time of the year. Especially since so many areas are opening up again. There are options that weren't an option a year ago. But, moment of everyday can't be playtime. Nice try, but it's not healthy, realistic, or positive. Oh, just me huh? OK. Before fun can be had with electronics, there are some things that need to be done. I encourage my sons to get the tasks done first, then I can't say much about what they do with the rest of their day. Join us as we discuss how that looks and feels in our home. Do they like it? Hate it? Listen to what they have to say about our Summer Rules.
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Tough love today from my sons for parents. Love is still love nonetheless. We need to listen to our children. They are repeating what we say to them. Hmm... maybe that's why some parents don't want to hear them. Just me? OK. I hope it's not just me try get and keep my family together.
Here are some tools that my sons and I have useful:
- Listen without judgment: Every wants and needs to be heard
- Create a safe place for you children to ask questions and interact. We may not always like or agree with the questions or comments made, but the should be made in the confines of our own home. This will allow for open dialog. Helps everyone to get on the same page.
- Apologize when you're wrong: No one's always right, or wrong. Apologize sincerely, correct the behavior, and keep is moving'. In other words: "Clean up your side of the street"
- No judgement: Speak life if every circumstance, especially when it hard. Life and death is in the power of the tongue. It is not what you say, but how you say it that counts.
- Give everyone a break: Extend grace. Sometimes people have bad days. Sometimes we have bad days. We need to be known for who we are, not for the moment we messed up.
- Be open and willing to change: Life's about how we adjust to changing circumstances. Changes are going to come. How we respond to them determines how far, and where we go.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
The RZNGMEN Show can also be heard on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeart Radio.
What does being a father mean to? Is it important? Do you feel some kinda way when you think about the concept of a father? Being a father has been my primary job over the past 8 years. I had to learn how to shepherd by son's hearts. I had to heal, and help them heal. I had to lead, and I listen. I couldn't afford to lose anything or anyone else. But, that was out of my hands. Thankfully, I have not physically lost any of my sons, but I have lost family and people I thought were friends. I wanted my sons, and men, to know that if I could make it, anyone can. I wanted to bring a message of hope to men. More importantly, I want men to have tools to help them heal, learn, and grow into the fully developed men they were intended. It's a process. We're all works in process. We have to trust it. Trust the process.
Here are some tools that my sons and I have useful:
- Listen without judgment: Every wants and needs to be heard
- Create a safe place for you children to ask questions and interact. We may not always like or agree with the questions or comments made, but the should be made in the confines of our own home. This will allow for open dialog. Helps everyone to get on the same page.
- Apologize when you're wrong: No one's always right, or wrong. Apologize sincerely, correct the behavior, and keep is moving'. In other words: "Clean up your side of the street"
- No judgement: Speak life if every circumstance, especially when it hard. Life and death is in the power of the tongue. It is not what you say, but how you say it that counts.
- Give everyone a break: Extend grace. Sometimes people have bad days. Sometimes we have bad days. We need to be known for who we are, not for the moment we messed up.
- Be open and willing to change: Life's about how we adjust to changing circumstances. Changes are going to come. How we respond to them determines how far, and where we go.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
The RZNGMEN Show can also be heard on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeart Radio.
I often find that I downplay my abilities. What I do is not as good everyone else. In some cases, true, it's not. But, not every case. I can do all things through give me strength. I can speak the things into my life that are not currently not as though they already are. It's about perspective. It's about out belief in who and whose we are. Once we believe, it changes everything.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
The RZNGMEN Show can also be heard on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeart Radio.
Focusing on the miracles of God keeps us moving forward and focused what's important. God's important. His plan for us is important. The steps He has ordered for us are perfect, though they may feel bananas and outrageous. Perfect none the less. My sons and I have been through a heck of a lot, but we don't look like what we've been through. There's so much healing we've been through. So much grace we've shown. Even more mercy.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
The RZNGMEN Show can also be heard on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeart Radio.
Looking back over our life, we had some good days, and some really, really tough ones too. But, if we didn't go through them all, we would never be right where we are today. These lessons have helped us realize that the pressure and heat we've been under over these past years is shaping us into who and what God wants us to be. We just need to trust Him and his process. We can punch out early. He's not finished with us yet. Coal only becomes a diamond if it remains under pressure and heat over the required time. I don't want to have gone through all of this just to burnout like coal. I want to reflect God's love and glory like a finely cut diamond.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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My 4 youngest and I continue our conversation about life without their mother. We talk about their feelings about me dating and even the 1st time Rhyen stopped breathing at out next door neighbors house. Join us as we share our story of healing.
Radio show airs at 11 a.m. Pacific / 2 p.m Eastern on WKBY 1080 AM (Chatham, VA) and www.wkby1080.net
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So many take everyday for granted. Like we're entitled to an unlimited supply. Is there ever enough? No, but we have not choice as to how much time we get. We do however have a choice as to what we do with every moment we do have. We've learned that painful lesson first hand. Join us as we talk through our grief and some our experiences over the past 8 years with ur grief.
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We continue our conversation with Jaxen, Evan, and Caeden. Each sharing our memories and desperately trying to put the missing pieces of our broke memories together. What one of us knows, the others don't. Some even got the answers to questions that they've always wanted to ask and get answered. Healing is a process, not a destination.
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I'm joined this week by Jaxen and Evan. They were 4 and 6 when their mom died. There was a point that we could have just stopped and given up on this project. We could have just decided to leave our pain and thoughts buried inside. But, we wouldn't get free if we did that. I want to be free. Most of all, I want me sons to be free. I want you to be free too. Join us on our journey through freedom.
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Hearing your life told through someone else's voice is so wild. How did they know that? When did you see this? How did I live through what I just said? Those are the questions I'm left asking. But, I know it was nothing but the grace of Almighty God that we are here right now, sharing Our Story. Healed by the blood of The Lamb and power of our testimony.
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I knew this day would come when we’d tell our story. But, I didn’t know we’d tell it to each other 1st. Join my sons, Caeden and Rhyen, and I as we begin sharing our story of loss to liberty from each of our own perspectives. I’m learning a lot about myself and my sons during this process. It’s such a blessing. You won’t want to miss it.
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Mental health is an essential. thing. Many of us disregard its importance until we find ourself in a crisis. I'm so glad that I have come to realize the importance and benefit. It was great to have the opportunity to share time and space with another of my Life Coaches. Some people ask me when do you have so many? Because, they are some of the best people that I trust to speak into my life on the coaching level. Today, I Greg & Gina Billings from Billings family coaching join me. At the end of this episode, we have a special sneak preview of The Framewerk.
To reach Greg & Gina at Billings Family:
https://www.billingscoaching.com
IG & FB: @billingscoaching
The Lord allowed some more men to join this discussion. I was so blessed that God did it. We continued our discussion of our past, our parenting, and our future.
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Superman possesses the powers of flight, superhuman strength, x-ray vision, heat vision, cold breath, super-speed, enhanced hearing, and nigh-invulnerability. While Superman is immensely strong both in terms of muscle power and ability to take physical punishment, he is not all-powerful.
Question #1
Which of Superman’s powers are your greatest strength and which is your greatest weakness?
Question #2
Who is your arch enemy or nemesis, and what is your Kryptonite?
Question #3
With as strong as Superman was, he never seemed to go all out until his life depended on it. What keeps you from going all out all the time and handle our business up front?
Question #4
When you face you same enemy again after you already beat them, how do we approach him? Do you take them for soft and easy, or do you take them out
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This is the end of the discussion with Joe Turner, Sean Bouldin, and myself. I hope you enjoy.
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Superman possesses the powers of flight, superhuman strength, x-ray vision, heat vision, cold breath, super-speed, enhanced hearing, and nigh-invulnerability. While Superman is immensely strong both in terms of muscle power and ability to take physical punishment, he is not all-powerful.
Question #1
Which of Superman’s powers are your greatest strength and which is your greatest weakness?
Question #2
Who is your arch enemy or nemesis, and what is your Kryptonite?
Question #3
With as strong as Superman was, he never seemed to go all out until his life depended on it. What keeps you from going all out all the time and handle our business up front?
Question #4
When you face you same enemy again after you already beat them, how do we approach him? Do you take them for soft and easy, or do you take them out
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I was led to create this study a few years ago, but I had not finished it. But, now is the time. We’re going to use the DC Comics character Superman as our reflection of the men that God has created us to be. We’re not perfect by any means, but we often use those same characteristics of Superman to hurt and heal. I have bee blessed to be joined by several men as we discuss this topic. This week I’m joined by Sean Bouldin (@seanbouldin) and Joe Turner (@1niceblend). Sean is a recording artist (7A3), record exec, entrepreneur, writer, speaker, father, etc. Joe is a recording artist, writer, speaker, entrepreneur, Pastor, Husband, and father. This is just the tip of the iceberg for these guy. The are true men of God. And that makes them special.
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Superman possesses the powers of flight, superhuman strength, x-ray vision, heat vision, cold breath, super-speed, enhanced hearing, and nigh-invulnerability. While Superman is immensely strong both in terms of muscle power and ability to take physical punishment, he is not all-powerful.
Question #1
Which of Superman’s powers are your greatest strength and which is your greatest weakness?
Question #2
Who is your arch enemy or nemesis, and what is your Kryptonite?
Question #3
With as strong as Superman was, he never seemed to go all out until his life depended on it. What keeps you from going all out all the time and handle our business up front?
Question #4
When you face you same enemy again after you already beat them, how do we approach him? Do you take them for soft and easy, or do you take them out
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What does Depression look like? Better yet, who does it look like? Does it look like your friends, family? Or does it look like you and me? It’s can look like anyone. Kris Bower (IG: @thekrisbowers) had been battling and suffering with depression for many years. He shares his heart during one of the pronounced and prolonged Massive Depressive episodes.
There’s help available. We no longer need to suffer in silence. We are stronger together.
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I had the unique opportunity to interview LyNea Bell, Founder of GOTCONN.com. She is the first Black woman to create a Search Engine. What a way to cap off MLK Day! The Beta site was launched today during a release party in the Club House app. I was blessed to be able to sit down with LyNea before the big announcement to do her first ever interview about GOTCONN.COM. Listen as she shares her heart for business, ministry, women, young ladies and change for people around the world.
Last year jumped on us full force, and kept pressing. This year, I'm turning the tables like Jesus turning over the tables of the money changers in the temple. My temple. I'm turning over my thoughts right now. I taking control of everything in my life attacking me that is not like God. Join me in taking active responsibility for what the Lord has given us and spoken over our lives.
This the second half of my conversation with Pastor Alphonso Green. It's great to exchange ideas, thoughts, and reason together. Especially during these times. I enjoy the growth in conversation, laughing, sharing life with people. Something that I will always cherish.
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For change to begin, it starts at home. Change has to begin with us. How often do men just sit, talk transparently, and reason together. I had the privilege of speaking with Pastor Alphonso Green. I was introduced to him recently by Pastor Warenda Williams. Pastor Green has a wealth of wisdom and experience. It was such an awesome conversation. Straight. Open. God centered. Join and us and be blessed.
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Words like thank you, thanks, thanksgiving, thankful, etc. were used only 32 times in the Bible. I would have thought more. I realized that we too should be more thankful throughout our lives, but we aren't either. Being thankful is more that we mean when someone passes the salt or napkin. More than how we feel when chores or some great deed is done for us. This is a state of mind. A declaration that: I will be thankful. No just during the annual Thanksgiving holidays, but daily. It's a choice. Listen as I share my choices of what I'm thankful for.
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Thanksgiving - used 32 times in the Bible
Lexicon :: Strong's H8426 - towdah Strong’s Definitions
תּוֹדָה tôwdâh, to-daw'; from H3034; properly, an extension of the hand, i.e. (by implication) avowal, or (usually) adoration; specifically, a choir of worshippers:—confession, (sacrifice of) praise, thanks(-giving, offering).
KJV Translation Count — Total: 32x
The KJV translates Strong's H8426 in the following manner: thanksgiving (18x), praise (6x), thanks (3x), thank offerings (3x), confession (2x).
Ever get a song stuck on in you head? Blaring in our ears. I hate it when it's a song I don't like. Ever ask God why that song? There's a meaning and plan in everything. God's plan is so intricately thought out. Every detail accounted for. Every resource set. We just need to live out... walk out our part. What is that though? What is our part in the body of Christ? Am I the pretty part? Am I the mouth, eyes, brain, arms? OK God, surely I'm not that last part of the colon, right? Every part of our body has role. Big or small. Even the parts that doctors don't know at all. And that's what makes God so great. Join me today as I explore the body.
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Romans 8 The Passion Translation
8 So now the case is closed. There remains no accusing voice of condemnation against those who are joined in life-union with Jesus, the Anointed One.[a]2 For the “law” of the Spirit of life flowing through the anointing of Jesus has liberated us[b] from the “law” of sin and death. 3 For God achieved what the law was unable to accomplish, because the law was limited by the weakness of human nature.[c]
Yet God sent us his Son in human form to identify with human weakness. Clothed with humanity, God’s Son gave his body to be the sin-offering so that God could once and for all condemn the guilt and power of sin. 4 So now every righteous requirement of the law can be fulfilled through the Anointed One living his life in us. And we are free to live, not according to our flesh, but by the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit![d]
5 Those who are motivated by the flesh only pursue what benefits themselves. But those who live by the impulses of the Holy Spirit are motivated to pursue spiritual realities.[e]6 For the mind-set of the flesh is death, but the mind-set controlled by the Spirit finds life and peace.
7 In fact, the mind-set focused on the flesh fights God’s plan and refuses to submit to his direction,[f] because it cannot! 8 For no matter how hard they try, God finds no pleasure with those who are controlled by the flesh. 9 But when the Spirit of Christ empowers your life,[g] you are not dominated by the flesh but by the Spirit. And if you are not joined to the Spirit of the Anointed One, you are not of him.[h]
10 Now Christ lives his life in you! And even though your body may be dead because of the effects of sin, his life-giving Spirit imparts life to you because you are fully accepted by God.[i]11 Yes, God raised Jesus to life! And since God’s Spirit of Resurrection lives in you, he will also raise your dying body to life by the same Spirit that breathes life into you!
12 So then, beloved ones, the flesh has no claims on us at all, and we have no further obligation to live in obedience to it. 13 For when you live controlled by the flesh, you are about to die. But if the life of the Spirit puts to death the corrupt ways of the flesh, we then taste his abundant life.
Sons and Daughters Destined for Glory 14 The mature children of God are those[j] who are moved by the impulses of the Holy Spirit. 15 And you did not receive the “spirit of religious duty,”[k] leading you back into the fear of never being good enough.[l] But you have received the “Spirit of full acceptance,”[m] enfolding you into the family of God. And you will never feel orphaned, for as he rises up within us, our spirits join him in saying the words of tender affection, “Beloved Father!”[n]16 For the Holy Spirit makes God’s fatherhood real to us as he whispers into our innermost being, “You are God’s beloved child!”
17 And since we are his true children, we qualify to share all his treasures, for indeed, we are heirs of God himself. And since we are joined to Christ, we also inherit all that he is and all that he has.[o] We will experience being co-glorified with him provided that we accept his sufferings[p] as our own.[q]
A Glorious Destiny 18 I am convinced that any suffering we endure is less than nothing compared to the magnitude of glory[r] that is about to be unveiled within us.[s]19 The entire universe is standing on tiptoe,[t] yearning to see the unveiling of God’s glorious[u] sons and daughters! 20 For against its will the universe itself has had to endure the empty futility[v]resulting from the consequences of human sin. But now, with eager expectation, 21 all creation longs for freedom from its slavery to decay and to experience with us the wonderful freedom coming to God’s children. 22 To this day we are aware of the universal agony and groaning of creation, as if it were in the contractions of labor for childbirth. 23 And it’s not just creation. We who have already experienced the firstfruits of the Spirit[w] also inwardly groan as we passionately long to experience our full status as God’s sons and daughters—including our physical bodies being transformed. 24 For this is the hope of our salvation.
But hope means that we must trust and wait for what is still unseen. For why would we need to hope for something we already have? 25 So because our hope is set on what is yet to be seen, we patiently keep on waiting for its fulfillment.
26 And in a similar way, the Holy Spirit takes hold of us in our human frailty to empower us in our weakness. For example, at times we don’t even know how to pray, or know the best things to ask for. But the Holy Spirit rises up within us to super-intercede[x] on our behalf, pleading to God with emotional sighs[y] too deep for words.
27 God, the searcher of the heart, knows fully our longings,[z] yet he also understands the desires of the Spirit, because the Holy Spirit passionately pleads before God for us, his holy ones, in perfect harmony with God’s plan and our destiny.
28 So we are convinced that every detail of our lives is continually woven together to fit into God’s perfect plan of bringing good into our lives, for we are his lovers who have been called to fulfill his designed purpose. 29 For he knew all about us before we were born and he destined us[aa]from the beginning to share the likeness of his Son. This means the Son is the oldest among a vast family of brothers and sisters who will become just like him.
30 Having determined our destiny ahead of time, he called us to himself and transferred his perfect righteousness to everyone he called. And those who possess his perfect righteousness he co-glorified with his Son!
The struggle is real, and so are the conversations here. My guest this week is Keisha Montfleury. She is a confidence coach for young ladies. If you have daughters that need encouragement, here's a another great resource. Follow her on social media @abundantlyauthenthic and abundantlyauthenthic.org. Join Keisha and I as we talk and share about parenting responsibilities, confidence, transparency, and how we deal with all of that.
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Obedience is better thank sacrifice. That's all I can say. This episode is an interview with a powerful man of God, Anthony Daughtry. AD is a Market Manager / Consultant for .100 FM Hip Hop N RNB.We made a plan, but God ordered our steps. We were supposed to spend time sharing about taking responsibility for ourselves, family, etc. But, it resulted in a conversation about taking responsibility about our relationship and responsiveness to the prompting of the Lord. I was feeling some kind a way about airing it. Wondering if people would receive it or understand. This is another Word that needs to be experienced. Thank you Lord for the opportunity. Thank AD for your obedience to God. Listen in. I'm sure it will bless you. It blessed me.
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Part 2 of the episode with my special guest, Pastor Warenda Williams. It didn't end there. I spent a bit of time reviewing the Constitution of The United States of America. When was the the last time you read it? Do you that it was revised in 1992? Do you know what the Electoral College is? Anybody? How about the Preamble? The Pledge of Allegiance at least?
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Preamble:
- We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
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1st Amendment
- Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
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2nd Amendment
- A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
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4th Amendment
- The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
- 12th Amendment
- The Electors shall meet in their respective states and vote by ballot for President and Vice-President, one of whom, at least, shall not be an inhabitant of the same state with themselves; they shall name in their ballots the person voted for as President, and in distinct ballots the person voted for as Vice-President, and they shall make distinct lists of all persons voted for as President, and of all persons voted for as Vice-President, and of the number of votes for each, which lists they shall sign and certify, and transmit sealed to the seat of the government of the United States, directed to the President of the Senate;-The President of the Senate shall, in the presence of the Senate and House of Representatives, open all the certificates and the votes shall then be counted;-The person having the greatest Number of votes for President, shall be the President, if such number be a majority of the whole number of Electors appointed; and if no person have such majority, then from the persons having the highest numbers not exceeding three on the list of those voted for as President, the House of Representatives shall choose immediately, by ballot, the President. But in choosing the President, the votes shall be taken by states, the representation from each state having one vote; a quorum for this purpose shall consist of a member or members from two-thirds of the states, and a majority of all the states shall be necessary to a choice. And if the House of Representatives shall not choose a President whenever the right of choice shall devolve upon them, before the fourth day of March next following, then the Vice-President shall act as President, as in the case of the death or other constitutional disability of the President-The person having the greatest number of votes as Vice-President, shall be the Vice-President, if such number be a majority of the whole number of Electors appointed, and if no person have a majority, then from the two highest numbers on the list, the Senate shall choose the Vice-President; a quorum for the purpose shall consist of two-thirds of the whole number of Senators, and a majority of the whole number shall be necessary to a choice. But no person constitutionally ineligible to the office of President shall be eligible to that of Vice-President of the United States.
The rest you can look at on your own: Constitution of the United States of America
Philippians 4:13 ESVNot Helpful I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
1 John 5:4-5 ESV For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world except the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?
1 Corinthians 15:57 ESV But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Luke 18:27 ESVNot Helpful But he said, “What is impossible with men is possible with God.”
1 Corinthians 9:25 ESV Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.
Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.
Matthew 20:16 ESV So the last will be first, and the first last.”
Philippians 2:3 ESV Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.
I don’t know what to tell you. The conversation continues. Change, it begins at home. Last week was crazy. This week, Pastor Warenda Williams joins the discussion. We’re parents talking about our children, responsibility, leadership, and so much more.
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2 Chronicles 7
- v1-3 Lightening and presence of God so thick the priests couldn’t get in
- v12-18 (God’s Confirmation of support. People stop and shout right here)God appeared to Solomon (how? Form? Solomon lived)
- v19-22 (The But heard round the world. That part. That part now on talks about)
Ps. 68
1 Cor. 3:1-4
When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the Lord filled the temple. 2 The priests could not enter the temple of the Lord because the glory of the Lord filled it. 3 When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glory of the Lord above the temple, they knelt on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave thanks to the Lord, saying,
“He is good;
his love endures forever.”
4 Then the king and all the people offered sacrifices before the Lord. 5 And King Solomon offered a sacrifice of twenty-two thousand head of cattle and a hundred and twenty thousand sheep and goats. So the king and all the people dedicated the temple of God. 6 The priests took their positions, as did the Levites with the Lord’s musical instruments, which King David had made for praising the Lord and which were used when he gave thanks, saying, “His love endures forever.” Opposite the Levites, the priests blew their trumpets, and all the Israelites were standing.
7 Solomon consecrated the middle part of the courtyard in front of the temple of the Lord, and there he offered burnt offerings and the fat of the fellowship offerings, because the bronze altar he had made could not hold the burnt offerings, the grain offerings and the fat portions.
8 So Solomon observed the festival at that time for seven days, and all Israel with him—a vast assembly, people from Lebo Hamath to the Wadi of Egypt. 9 On the eighth day they held an assembly, for they had celebrated the dedication of the altar for seven days and the festival for seven days more. 10 On the twenty-third day of the seventh month he sent the people to their homes, joyful and glad in heart for the good things the Lord had done for David and Solomon and for his people Israel.
The Lord Appears to Solomon
11 When Solomon had finished the temple of the Lord and the royal palace, and had succeeded in carrying out all he had in mind to do in the temple of the Lord and in his own palace, 12 the Lord appeared to him at night and said:
“I have heard your prayer and have chosen this place for myself as a temple for sacrifices.
13 “When I shut up the heavens so that there is no rain, or command locusts to devour the land or send a plague among my people, 14 if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 15 Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place. 16 I have chosen and consecrated this temple so that my Name may be there forever. My eyes and my heart will always be there.
17 “As for you, if you walk before me faithfully as David your father did, and do all I command, and observe my decrees and laws, 18 I will establish your royal throne, as I covenanted with David your father when I said, ‘You shall never fail to have a successor to rule over Israel.’
19 “But if you[a] turn away and forsake the decrees and commands I have given you[b] and go off to serve other gods and worship them, 20 then I will uproot Israel from my land, which I have given them, and will reject this temple I have consecrated for my Name. I will make it a byword and an object of ridicule among all peoples. 21 This temple will become a heap of rubble. All[c] who pass by will be appalled and say, ‘Why has the Lord done such a thing to this land and to this temple?’ 22 People will answer, ‘Because they have forsaken the Lord, the God of their ancestors, who brought them out of Egypt, and have embraced other gods, worshiping and serving them—that is why he brought all this disaster on them.’”
Footnotes
- 2 Chronicles 7:19 The Hebrew is plural.
- 2 Chronicles 7:19 The Hebrew is plural.
- 2 Chronicles 7:21 See some Septuagint manuscripts, Old Latin, Syriac, Arabic and Targum; Hebrew And though this temple is now so imposing, all
Ps. 68
1
God! Arise with awesome power,
and every one of your enemies will scatter in fear!
2
Chase them away—all these God-haters.
Blow them away as a puff of smoke.
Melt them away like wax in the fire.
One good look at you and the wicked vanish.
3
But let all your godly lovers be glad!
Yes, let them all rejoice in your presence
and be carried away with gladness.[a]
Let them laugh and be radiant with joy!
4
Let them sing their celebration-songs
for the coming of the cloud rider whose name is Yah![b]
5–6
To the fatherless he is a father.
To the widow he is a champion friend.
To the lonely he makes them part of a family.
To the prisoners[c] he leads into prosperity until they sing for joy.
This is our Holy God in his Holy Place!
But for the rebels there is heartache and despair.[d]
7
O Lord, it was you who marched in front of your people,
leading them through the wasteland.
Pause in his presence
8
The earth shook beneath your feet; the heavens filled with clouds
before the presence of the God of Sinai.
The sacred mountain shook at the sight of the face of Israel’s God.
9
You, O God, sent the reviving rain upon your weary inheritance,
showers of blessing to refresh it.
10
So there your people settled.
And in your kindness you provided the poor with abundance.
11
God Almighty declares the word of the gospel with power,[e]
and the warring women of Zion deliver its message:[f]
12
“The conquering legions have themselves been conquered.
Look at them flee!”
Now Zion’s women are left to gather the spoils.
13
When you sleep between sharpened stakes,[g]
I see you sparkling like silver and glistening like gold,
covered by the beautiful wings of a dove![h]
14
When the Almighty found a king for himself,
it became white as snow in his shade.[i]
15–16
O huge, magnificent mountain,
you are the mighty kingdom of God![j]
All the other peaks, though impressive and imposing,
look with envy on you, Mount Zion!
For Zion is the mountain where God has chosen to live forever.
17
Look! The mighty chariots of God!
Ten thousands upon ten thousands,
more than anyone could ever number.
God is at the front,
leading them all from Mount Sinai into his sanctuary
with the radiance of holiness upon him.[k]
18
He ascends into the heavenly heights,
taking his many captured ones with him,
leading them in triumphal procession.
And gifts were given to men, even the once rebellious,
so that they may dwell with Yah.
19
What a glorious God![l]
He gives us salvation over and over,[m]
then daily he carries our burdens![n]
Pause in his presence
20
Our God is a mighty God who saves us over and over!
For the Lord, Yahweh, rescues us
from the ways of death many times.
21
But he will crush every enemy, shattering their strength.
He will make heads roll
for they refuse to repent of their stubborn, sinful ways.
22
I hear the Lord God saying to all the enemies of his people,
“You’d better come out of your hiding places,
all of you who are doing your best to stay far away from me.[o]
Don’t you know there’s no place to hide?
23
For my people will be the conquerors;
they will soon have you under their feet.
They will crush you until there is nothing left!”[p]
24
O God, my King, your triumphal processions
keep moving onward in holiness;
you’re moving onward toward the Holy Place!
25
Leaders in front,[q] then musicians,
with young maidens in between, striking their tambourines.
26
And they sing, “Let all God’s princely people rejoice!
Let all the congregations bring their blessing to God, saying,
‘The Lord of the fountain! The Lord of the fountain of life!
The Lord of the fountain of Israel!’ ”
27
Astonishingly, it’s the favored youth leading the way:[r]
princes of praise in their royal robes,
and exalted princes are among them,
along with princes who have wrestled with God.
28–29
Display your strength, God, and we’ll be strong![s]
For your miracles have made us who we are.
Lord, do it again,
and parade from your temple your mighty power.
By your command even kings will bring gifts to you.
30
God, rebuke the beast-life that hides within us![t]
Rebuke those who claim to be “strong ones,”[u]
who lurk within the congregation
and abuse the people out of their love for money.
God scatters the people who are spoiling for a fight.
31
Africa will send her noble envoys to you, O God.
They will come running, stretching out their hands in love to you.
32
Let all the nations of the earth sing songs of praise to almighty God!
Go ahead, all you nations—sing your praise to the Lord!
Pause in his presence
33
Make music for the one who strides the ancient skies.
Listen to his thunderous voice of might split open the heavens.
34
Give it up for God, for he alone has all the strength and power!
Proclaim his majesty! For his glory shines down on Israel.
His mighty strength soars in the clouds of glory.
35
God, we are consumed with awe, trembling before you
as your glory streams from your Holy Place.
The God of power shares his mighty strength with Israel
and with all his people.
God, we give our highest praise to you!
Footnotes
- Psalm 68:3 As translated from the Septuagint. The Aramaic is “They rejoice in his sweetness.”
- Psalm 68:4 More than an abbreviation, the name Yah is associated with the God of heaven, the God of highest glory and power.
- Psalm 68:5 The Septuagint says, “the bitter ones.”
- Psalm 68:5 The Aramaic says, “The rebels will dwell among the tombs.”
- Psalm 68:11 As translated from the Aramaic.
- Psalm 68:11 As translated from the Masoretic text.
- Psalm 68:13 The Aramaic word shaphya can be translated “sharpened stakes or thorns,” an obvious prophecy of the cross and our union with Christ as he was crucified.
- Psalm 68:13 As translated from the Aramaic text, this verse contains prophetic hints of Calvary, where Jesus “slept” the sleep of death between the “sharpened stakes” of the cross. The word you is plural and points us to our co-crucifixion with Christ.
- Psalm 68:14 Every scholar consulted concludes that this verse is difficult, if not impossible, to interpret properly and translate accurately. The last words are literally “Snow fell in Zalmon.” Zalmon (or Salmon) was a wooded area and means “shady.”
- Psalm 68:15 The Septuagint reads “mountain of provision.”
- Psalm 68:17 The Septuagint says, “The Lord sends his provisions from his Holy Place on Mount Sinai.”
- Psalm 68:19 The Aramaic is Maryah, the Aramaic form of YHWH or Lord Jehovah.
- Psalm 68:19 Salvation is in the plural form in the text (salvations).
- Psalm 68:19 Or “daily loads us with benefits.”
- Psalm 68:22 The Hebrew text makes reference to Bashan (a high mountain) and to the depths of the sea. In other words, there’s no place to hide.
- Psalm 68:23 The Hebrew text is literally “Your enemies will be food for the dogs.”
- Psalm 68:25 As translated from the Septuagint. The Hebrew is “singers in front.”
- Psalm 68:27 The Hebrew includes the names of four sons of Jacob, representing four tribes. Benjamin, the youngest son, means “son of my right hand” or “the favored one.” Judah means “praise.” Zebulon’s name is the word for “exalted.” Naphtali means “obtained by wrestling.” Each name speaks of a princely group and is used here poetically not only for Israel but for all of God’s “princely people” in this holy procession of worship.
- Psalm 68:28 The Great Bible translated by Miles Coverdale (1488–1569) translates this “Your God has sent forth strength for you.”
- Psalm 68:30 Literal Hebrew: “Rebuke the beasts in the reeds.”
- Psalm 68:30 This verse has puzzled scholars, and many conclude that the Hebrew text is nearly incomprehensible, with tremendous variations in the translation.
1 Cor. 3:1-4 The Passion Translation
Brothers and sisters, when I was with you I found it impossible to speak to you as those who are spiritually mature people, for you are still dominated by the mind-set of the flesh. And because you are immature infants in Christ, 2 I had to nurse you and feed you with “milk,”[a] not with the solid food of more advanced teachings, because you weren’t ready for it. In fact, you are still not ready to be fed solid food, 3 for you are living your lives dominated by the mind-set of the flesh. Ask yourselves: Is there jealousy among you? Do you compare yourselves with others? Do you quarrel like children and end up taking sides? If so, this proves that you are living your lives centered on yourselves, dominated by the mind-set of the flesh, and behaving like unbelievers. 4 For when you divide yourselves up in groups—a “Paul group” and an “Apollos group”[b]—you’re acting like people without the Spirit’s influence.[c]
Footnotes
- 1 Corinthians 3:2 This “milk” would include the basic teachings of our faith. Even so, every newborn needs milk to survive and be sustained. See 1 Peter 2:2. The more advanced teachings Paul describes are spiritual “solid food”—something we can “sink our teeth into” and look for deeper meaning in.
- 1 Corinthians 3:4 Apollos was a brilliant, educated Alexandrian Jew and a follower of John the Baptizer. While in Ephesus, Apollos met Priscilla and Aquila, who directed him into deeper teachings of Christ (Acts 18:24-26). Apparently the church of Corinth was deeply divided and in need of wisdom and unity.
- 1 Corinthians 3:4 Or “Are you [merely] men?”
I don't really know what to say about this episode. God just surprised me. All I knew is that I was so frustrated with leaders and leadership. What happened to family values? What happened to our values? When did we stop demanding more from ourselves, our leaders, our role models? When did we stop being role models? When did we take our hands off the wheel and let someone else have responsibility for us, our children, our future. The only one that has these responsibilities, and so many more, is God. Our currency says "In God we trust", but we've taken Him out of everywhere that really matters. Whose fault is it? Whose going to take responsibility for our actions and decisions? We have to! And it begins at home. Week one of my new series. Let's go Lord. Take the wheel.
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What principles do or should we stand on as Christians. We should have top priorities that we are displaying, or want to display on in our lives. We set the standard or live
Love: All aspects (God’s love)
- Eros - Romantic, committed love
- Philia - Friendship or brotherly love (Specifically used in the Bible)
- Storge - Familial, parental love towards a child.
- Agape - Perfect love (Specifically used in the Bible)
- Ludus - Uncommitted love, flirtatious
- Pragma - Founded on reason, duty, or completion of shared goals
- Philautia - Self love
Fruit of the Spirit
Galations 5:13-26 The Passion Translation
13 Beloved ones, God has called us to live a life of freedom in the Holy Spirit. But don’t view this wonderful freedom as an opportunity to set up a base of operations in the natural realm. Freedom means that we become so completely free of self-indulgence that we become servants of one another, expressing love in all we do.
14 For love completes the laws of God. All of the law can be summarized in one grand statement:
“Demonstrate love to your neighbor, even as you care for and love yourself.”[c]
15 But if you continue to criticize and come against each other over minor issues, you’re acting like wild beasts trying to destroy one another![d]
The Holy Spirit, Our Victory
16 As you yield freely and fully to the dynamic life and power of the Holy Spirit, you will abandon the cravings of your self - life.[e] 17 For your self - life craves the things that offend the Holy Spirit and hinder him from living free within you! And the Holy Spirit’s intense cravings hinder your old self - life from dominating you! So then, the two incompatible and conflicting forces within you are your self - life of the flesh and the new creation life of the Spirit.[f]
18 But when you are brought into the full freedom of the Spirit[g] of grace, you will no longer be living under the domination of the law, but soaring above it!
19 The cravings of the self-life are obvious: Sexual immorality, lustful thoughts, pornography, 20 chasing after things instead of God,[h] manipulating others,[i] hatred of those who get in your way, senseless arguments, resentment when others are favored, temper tantrums, angry quarrels, only thinking of yourself, being in love with your own opinions, 21 being envious of the blessings of others, murder, uncontrolled addictions,[j] wild parties, and all other similar behavior.
Haven’t I already warned you that those who use their “freedom” for these things[k] will not inherit the kingdom realm of God!
22–23 But the fruit[l] produced by the Holy Spirit within you is divine love in all its varied expressions:[m]
joy that overflows,[n]
peace that subdues,
patience[o] that endures,
kindness[p] in action,
a life full of virtue,[q]
faith that prevails,
gentleness of heart, and
strength of spirit.[r]
Never set the law above these qualities, for they are meant to be limitless.[s]
Footnotes
- Galatians 5:14 See Lev. 19:18.
- Galatians 5:15 Both Aramaic and Greek manuscripts read “biting and devouring,” which is a metaphor for critical attitudes that will destroy the fellowship. These terms were often found in classical Greek literature to describe wild animals fighting each other in deadly conflict.
- Galatians 5:16 Or “the natural realm.”
- Galatians 5:17 The concept of the “new creation life of the Spirit” is implied in the greater context of Galatians, and referred to explicitly in 6:15–16.
- Galatians 5:18 The word for Spirit is actually “Spirit-Wind.”
- Galatians 5:20 Literally “idolatry.”
- Galatians 5:20 Literally “witchcraft.” The Greek word for “witchcraft” can imply drug usage.
- Galatians 5:21 Literally “drunken binges.”
- Galatians 5:21 The Aramaic can be translated “those who devote themselves to these things.”
- Galatians 5:22 The Greek word here can be translated “harvest.”
- Galatians 5:22 There is clear textual inference that the “fruit” (singular) of the Holy Spirit is love, with the other virtues displaying aspects of the greatest quality of Spirit-life, agape love.
- Galatians 5:22 The translator has chosen to supply action to these virtues, for they are not meant to be abstract virtues, but made visible with actions.
- Galatians 5:22 The Greek word for patience is taken from a verb that means “ever tapping” or “never quitting.”
- Galatians 5:22 The Aramaic word can be translated “sweetness.”
- Galatians 5:22 Or “goodness.”
- Galatians 5:22 Although the word self is not found in this verse, most translations render this as “self-control.” The word is actually “lordship,” or by implication “spirit-strength.”
- Galatians 5:22 Literally “there is no law set against these things” or “there is no conflict with Jewish laws.”
Political agendas are the topic of the day right now. Whoever has the top priorities that pull on your heart strings will probably get your vote. Whatever bills, propositions, and laws do the least amount of harm in your opinion will also probably get your vote. As we research, pray. Ask God what is his will for your vote. Let hHim lead you throughout this process. Each party, bill, etc. has something that we can get behind regardless of how small. Man's agenda is not important. God's is. We make our plans, but He orders ours steps.
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Romans 13:1-7 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer. Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.
Titus 3:9 ESV But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.
Psalm 33:12 ESV Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!
John 15:19 ESV
19 If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.
John 17:14–16 ESV
14 I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 15 I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one. 16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of this world
Romans 12:2 ESV
2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
Ephesians 4:22–24 ESV
22 to put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, 23 and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, 24 and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.
1 Thessalonians 4:1 ESV
4 Finally, then, brothers, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more.
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Election season is always full of hot topics. Which candidate is better. Which party is better. Who will be savior of our county. Blah. Blah. Blah. Very little time is spent dealing with what really matters. Black, white, red, brown, or blue - they ALL matter. And they ALL matter the same. I'm not political, nor is this show. But, I did spend some time wondering what the word of God says about politics. Join me as I share my time with God having a Political Party.
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Romans 13:1-7 ESV Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer. Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.
1 Timothy 2:1-2 ESV First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
Titus 3:9 ESV But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.
Psalm 33:12 ESV / Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!
Matthew 22:17-21 ESV Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” But Jesus, aware of their malice, said, “Why put me to the test, you hypocrites? Show me the coin for the tax.” And they brought him a denarius. And Jesus said to them, “Whose likeness and inscription is this?” They said, “Caesar's.” Then he said to them, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.”
Acts 5:29 ESV But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men.
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That's a rap. 5 weeks of study of Psalms 23 and this is our rap up session. The after dinner mint. The pallet cleanser. Dr. Knight, Prof. Page, and I recap our experiences with this study. This time together was just as awesome in rapping up as each previous week. God gave direction to do this study, and de did not disappoint.
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Psalm 23 (The Passion Translation)
The Lord is my best friend and my shepherd.[b] I always have more than enough. 2 He offers a resting place for me in his luxurious love.[c] His tracks take me to an oasis of peace, the quiet brook of bliss.[d] 3 That’s where he restores and revives my life.[e] He opens before me pathways to God’s pleasure and leads me along in his footsteps of righteousness[f] so that I can bring honor to his name. 4 Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and lead me through it all the way. Your authority is my strength and my peace.[g] The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. 5 You become my delicious feast even when my enemies dare to fight. You anoint me with the fragrance of your Holy Spirit;[h] you give me all I can drink of you until my heart overflows. 6 So why would I fear the future? For your goodness and love pursue me all the days of my life. Then afterward, when my life is through, I’ll return to your glorious presence to be forever with you!
Footnotes Psalm 23:1 Most scholars conclude that Ps. 23 was written by David when he was a young shepherd serving his father, Jesse, while he was keeping watch over sheep near Bethlehem. He was most likely sixteen or seventeen years old. The other psalm that he wrote when but a young lad was Ps. 19. Those are two good psalms to memorize and meditate upon if you want to have the heart of the giant killer.
Psalm 23:1 The word most commonly used for “shepherd” is taken from the root word ra‘ah, which is also the Hebrew word for “best friend.” This translation includes both meanings.
Psalm 23:2 The Greek word for “love” is agape, which is a merging of two words and two concepts. Ago means “to lead like a shepherd,” and pao is a verb that means “to rest.” Love is our Shepherd leading us to the place of true rest in his heart.
Psalm 23:2 The Hebrew word menuhâ means “the waters of a resting place.” See Isa. 11:10.
Psalm 23:3 Or “He causes my life [or soul, Heb. nephesh] to return.” So often life drains out of us through our many activities, but David found that God restores our well-being by pursuing what pleases God and resting in him.
Psalm 23:3 Or “circular paths of righteousness.” It is a common trait for sheep on the hillsides of Israel to circle their way up higher. They eventually form a path that keeps leading them higher. This is what David is referring to here. Each step we take following our Shepherd will lead us higher, even though it may seem we are going in circles.
Psalm 23:4 Or “Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Psalm 23:5 The word oil becomes a symbol of the Holy Spirit.
John 5:5-8 (The Passion Translation)
5 Now there was a man who had been disabled for thirty-eight years lying among the multitude of the sick.[a]6 When Jesus saw him lying there, he knew that the man had been crippled for a long time.[b] So Jesus said to him, “Do you truly long to be healed?”[c]
7 The sick man answered him, “Sir,[d] there’s no way I can get healed, for I have no one who will lower me into the water when the angel comes. As soon as I try to crawl to the edge of the pool, someone else jumps in ahead of me.”
8 Then Jesus said to him, “Stand up! Pick up your sleeping mat and you will walk!”
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Footnotes 1. John 5:5 Under the shelter of religion, there are the sick and lame and blind who can’t be healed unless they do the work and step into the pool. They are helpless and hopeless so near the Sheep Gate. But Jesus has none of the law’s requirements to put upon us for our healing, only to believe in one who is greater than angels. The man had been sick for thirty-eight years, the exact length of time Israel had wandered in the wilderness. See Deut. 2:14. 2. John 5:6 Jesus exercised a supernatural knowledge of this man’s situation. 3. John 5:6 Or “Are you convinced that you are already made whole?” The Greek phrase genesthai is actually not a future tense (“want to be healed”) but an aorist middle infinitive that indicates something already accomplished. Jesus is asking the crippled man if he is ready to abandon how he sees himself and now receive the faith for his healing. 4. John 5:7 The Greek word kurios means “lord” or “sir.”
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Week 5. What can I tell you? The Lord again has left us speechless. Dr. Knight, Mary Page, and I are were again left in awe of God. I am supposed to leave a brief highlight. Where do I begin. Part of me just want to leave you wondering. Another part want to tell it all here. What I can say is that we were blessed by our fellowship. We laughed and the meaty things of God. We talked about meals that the Lord serves us (hurt, pain, loss). We talked about necessary parts of body (Body of Christ). So many want to be the face, brain, or even the mouth. Who wants to be the foot, elbow, or the like? But, all parts perform a function vital to the health and wellbeing of the body. Join us for a unforgettable time discussing the Psalm 23 and the tables that Lord places before us.
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Psalm 23 (The Passion Translation)
The Lord is my best friend and my shepherd.[b] I always have more than enough. 2 He offers a resting place for me in his luxurious love.[c] His tracks take me to an oasis of peace, the quiet brook of bliss.[d] 3 That’s where he restores and revives my life.[e] He opens before me pathways to God’s pleasure and leads me along in his footsteps of righteousness[f] so that I can bring honor to his name. 4 Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and lead me through it all the way. Your authority is my strength and my peace.[g] The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. 5 You become my delicious feast even when my enemies dare to fight. You anoint me with the fragrance of your Holy Spirit;[h] you give me all I can drink of you until my heart overflows. 6 So why would I fear the future? For your goodness and love pursue me all the days of my life. Then afterward, when my life is through, I’ll return to your glorious presence to be forever with you!
Footnotes Psalm 23:1 Most scholars conclude that Ps. 23 was written by David when he was a young shepherd serving his father, Jesse, while he was keeping watch over sheep near Bethlehem. He was most likely sixteen or seventeen years old. The other psalm that he wrote when but a young lad was Ps. 19. Those are two good psalms to memorize and meditate upon if you want to have the heart of the giant killer.
Psalm 23:1 The word most commonly used for “shepherd” is taken from the root word ra‘ah, which is also the Hebrew word for “best friend.” This translation includes both meanings.
Psalm 23:2 The Greek word for “love” is agape, which is a merging of two words and two concepts. Ago means “to lead like a shepherd,” and pao is a verb that means “to rest.” Love is our Shepherd leading us to the place of true rest in his heart.
Psalm 23:2 The Hebrew word menuhâ means “the waters of a resting place.” See Isa. 11:10.
Psalm 23:3 Or “He causes my life [or soul, Heb. nephesh] to return.” So often life drains out of us through our many activities, but David found that God restores our well-being by pursuing what pleases God and resting in him.
Psalm 23:3 Or “circular paths of righteousness.” It is a common trait for sheep on the hillsides of Israel to circle their way up higher. They eventually form a path that keeps leading them higher. This is what David is referring to here. Each step we take following our Shepherd will lead us higher, even though it may seem we are going in circles.
Psalm 23:4 Or “Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Psalm 23:5 The word oil becomes a symbol of the Holy Spirit.
1 Cor. 3:1-1 (The Passion Translation)
3 Brothers and sisters, when I was with you I found it impossible to speak to you as those who are spiritually mature people, for you are still dominated by the mind-set of the flesh. And because you are immature infants in Christ, 2 I had to nurse you and feed you with “milk,”[a]not with the solid food of more advanced teachings, because you weren’t ready for it. In fact, you are still not ready to be fed solid food,
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Footnotes 1. 1 Corinthians 3:2 This “milk” would include the basic teachings of our faith. Even so, every newborn needs milk to survive and be sustained. See 1 Peter 2:2. The more advanced teachings Paul describes are spiritual “solid food”—something we can “sink our teeth into” and look for deeper meaning in.
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Week 4. I'm really not sure what to say about God. He took us through the courses served on the tables before us across our lives. My God. To see him use every opportunity to get out attention. Experiences at every level in our life to draw us into a closer relationship with Him. Each time at the right pace for us to be able to digest. Every meal, just the right balance for our what we needed. They may not have been dishes that we wanted, but they were what we needed. Join us in the episode as we share what the meals have been like for us at the King's table.
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Psalm 23 (The Passion Translation)
The Lord is my best friend and my shepherd.[b] I always have more than enough. 2 He offers a resting place for me in his luxurious love.[c] His tracks take me to an oasis of peace, the quiet brook of bliss.[d] 3 That’s where he restores and revives my life.[e] He opens before me pathways to God’s pleasure and leads me along in his footsteps of righteousness[f] so that I can bring honor to his name. 4 Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and lead me through it all the way. Your authority is my strength and my peace.[g] The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. 5 You become my delicious feast even when my enemies dare to fight. You anoint me with the fragrance of your Holy Spirit;[h] you give me all I can drink of you until my heart overflows. 6 So why would I fear the future? For your goodness and love pursue me all the days of my life. Then afterward, when my life is through, I’ll return to your glorious presence to be forever with you!
Footnotes 1. Psalm 23:1 Most scholars conclude that Ps. 23 was written by David when he was a young shepherd serving his father, Jesse, while he was keeping watch over sheep near Bethlehem. He was most likely sixteen or seventeen years old. The other psalm that he wrote when but a young lad was Ps. 19. Those are two good psalms to memorize and meditate upon if you want to have the heart of the giant killer. 2. Psalm 23:1 The word most commonly used for “shepherd” is taken from the root word ra‘ah, which is also the Hebrew word for “best friend.” This translation includes both meanings. 3. Psalm 23:2 The Greek word for “love” is agape, which is a merging of two words and two concepts. Ago means “to lead like a shepherd,” and pao is a verb that means “to rest.” Love is our Shepherd leading us to the place of true rest in his heart. 4. Psalm 23:2 The Hebrew word menuhâ means “the waters of a resting place.” See Isa. 11:10. 5. Psalm 23:3 Or “He causes my life [or soul, Heb. nephesh] to return.” So often life drains out of us through our many activities, but David found that God restores our well-being by pursuing what pleases God and resting in him. 6. Psalm 23:3 Or “circular paths of righteousness.” It is a common trait for sheep on the hillsides of Israel to circle their way up higher. They eventually form a path that keeps leading them higher. This is what David is referring to here. Each step we take following our Shepherd will lead us higher, even though it may seem we are going in circles. 7. Psalm 23:4 Or “Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” 8. Psalm 23:5 The word oil becomes a symbol of the Holy Spirit.
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Week 3, and it's getting good! My guests, Mary L. Page and Dr Knight, and I share how the Lord speaks to us and what we do when we get tired of God, and the things of God. When we feel overwhelmed (the "O" word), bad things happen. The "O" word can cause us to believe those shadows of death are real. We share some tools that help us rest before the Lord makes us lay down. What do green pastures and still waters look like in your life that restores your soul? Join us as we share ours.
Tools that helped with this episode:
Mat 11:30 - For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. (NIV)
Psalms 23:2-3 - 2. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3. he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. (The Passion Translation - TPT)
Psalms 61: (The Passion Translation)
Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.
4 I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.[b] 5 For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
6 Increase the days of the king’s life, his years for many generations. 7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day.
Psalms 46:10 (The Passion Translation)
10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
11 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.
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Last week I would call an appetizer. This week, is definitely a main course. We get in to Ps. 23:1 and deal with who God (Jehovah) is. Join me and my special guests, Mary L. Page and Dr. Michaelle Knight, as we continue our discussion on the 23rd Psalm.
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When I read the 23rd Psalm, I get excited. It's the anthem. The victory chant. The go to scripture when times get tough. Specifically Psalms 23:5 “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” The Lord showed me that I don't often actually come to the table, pull up a chair, sit, eat, and finish my meal. You know, like people did back in the day. When dinner was quality time well spent and thought out. Join me and my special guests, Mary L. Page and Dr. Michaelle Knight, as we do just that. We're going spend quality time with God studying Psalm 23.
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When I hear from God about some great new thing he has for me or wants for to do, I wanna just get excited and shout right then. I’m so taken and emotional about the opportunity the I miss what He said. So when things the get rough on that journey I was shouting about, I have to go back and ask God “What did You say?” over and over again. We need to curb our enthusiasm just a bit and get His confirmation. This will way we can be sure of the message from God as we are fulfilling the mission of God. Join me as I share some of my experiences.
Resources that helped me with “doubt”:
- Matt. 21:21 NIV
- Mark 11:23 NIV
- Rom. 14:23 NIV
- James 1:6 NIV
- Jude 1:22 NIV
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I’ve been sitting, asking myself the past few days... (years for that matter) what should I say? How should I say it Do I speak my truth and run the risk of provoking the public scorn and attack? Do I say that I’ve always felt like I have to watch what I say, do, don’t say, or don’t do? Do I dare say that I have to tell my sons that they have be 10x better that the next person a fraction of the opportunity. I’m not a political guy and this is not forum where I want to talk about those kinda things. There’s 2 topics that split churches and end marriages (Friendships too!). One is politics, and the other is church. Oh well, here it goes. Lord, speak with my mouth.
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As we continue to shelter in, we are starting to run out patience. Not having our favorite outlet may be wearing on us. Our favorite show or sport may not be on right now, unless you like UFC. Whichever the case, the sounds of quiet can be deafening to some of us. What we've built our lives upon has been stripped away. Exposed now is our truths. During this time, I've been looking at my truths and pillars that I have built myself upon. I have found some shoddy workmanship. It's time for some renovations. What a better time than now. Let's get started!!
Helpful Links that I used in this episode:
- 1 Peter. 5:6-7 - "6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." https://www.blueletterbible.org/niv/1pe/5/7/t_conc_1156007
- Definition of Anxiety - https://www.dictionary.com/browse/anxiety?s=t
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In these uncertain times, we all need help dealing with life. No matter how stronger we believe we are, there are some moments and areas that we are weak. Dr. Michaelle H. Knight is my special guest and my favorite cousin. She gives us some tools to help quarantine our thoughts and emotions. Listen in as she shares how she parents and coaches her family, in and out of crisis, daily.
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About Dr. Knight: https://www.knightconsultingsd.com Dr. Knight’s research on communication and building trusting relationships began early 2000 and presently continues. Her studies were initiated through uncovering commonalities in healthy relationships that fostered solid communication and trust, versus those based on other factors such as fear, selfishness, or unhealthy compromise. After being introduced to the philosophy of Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence in 2009, her knowledge and appreciation for her interests in communication blossomed. Topics such as empathy, self-esteem and team building became part of her research broadening her spectrum from familial perspectives to include corporate settings and related business relationships.
To date she has created a leadership guide which includes modules that teach leaders practical and applicable communication skills and assessments to gauge their progress.
In 2016, Dr. Knight published her dissertation research titled, Generational Learning Style Preferences Based on Computer-Based Healthcare Training. This very timely research established a new platform for her continued success as a researcher of generational perspectives. As well, her accomplishment inspired newfound opportunities to explore unprecedented research initiatives, form fresh professional partnerships, and uncover entrepreneurial endeavors.
As the CEO & Founder of Knight Consulting, San Diego, a leadership & professional development agency, a life-coach & executive mentor, wife, mother, speaker, world-traveler and community leader, many ask the question, how she does it all?
Covid-19 has changed so much for so many. At the end of this ear, the whole world is gonna need a hug. (Or counseling). Many are mourning the loss of our social freedoms. Thoughts of what we don’t have, can’t do, can’t find, or who we can’t see has left many of with symptoms of PTSD. Frustration, depression, anger, fear, etc. is simmering just below the surface. We need to identify what feelings are just below the surface and deal with them before we breakdown, and they break through. In this episode I share what I discovered lurking, just below the surface.
Helpful resources that I used in this episode:
- 5 Stages of grief https://grief.com/the-five-stages-of-grief/
- The Twelve Steps fo Alcoholics Anonymous https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/twelve-steps-of-alcoholics-anonymous
- PTSD https://maketheconnection.net/conditions/ptsd?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwtOX_-_06AIVJj2tBh0fTwl0EAAYASAAEgJQbPD_BwE
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Covid-19. Is it the end of the world? Join me as my guest, Mary L. Page, and I talk about where does this pandemic fit in the “end times” discussion.
Mary L. Page has a master’s degree in applied biblical studies from Moody Bible Institute, and she also earned a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Mary has taught eschatology across the United States, Italy, and West Africa, and her teachings are relevant and inspirational, punctuated with real-life stories, songs of praise and worship, and a dash humor.
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I had the privilege of interviewing Andrew Hopkins. He shares how he quarantines his thoughts and keeps his young family busy during these uncertain times. He also shares his new single “You Make A Way”. Please following Andrew and support his ministry.
@breakerministries breakerministries.com @andrewhopkins
Remember these tips to help:
- Don't letting your mind stay on an unhealthy subject
- Change the channel. There's got to be something better to watch our feed our hearts and minds
- Wake up! Stop sleeping all day, everyday. Make a schedule. Meal prep: Plan your meals and supplies for those meals
- Get up! Exercise. Create and finish our projects
- Clean up! Our homes, thoughts, diets, relationships with our children and others
- Get ready for life after quarantine. Plan your business, idea, write your book, blog, journal, pray
- Stay ready: Practice your skill, gift, and/or talent. There will be a life after COVID-19 and we need to be ready for it now, not getting ready for it then when it comes. We don't want to be further behind those who've stayed ready and gotten better by taking advantage of their time.
- Taking advantage of the time you've been given or have.
- Get to know you. What you like/dislike about yourself
- Ask God how he speaks to you
- Ask God what he thinks about you
- Stay connected. We need community. We need people. We need each other.
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How do we quarantine our thoughts? Don't know? So many of us are locked up in our homes. Prisoners of our minds during a global pandemic. Some of us don't even know what "pandemic" means but we use it which fear laced ease. It is a disease that is prevalent throughout a country or the the world. While doctors and scientists are looking, searching, praying for a cure to save our bodies... We need to search for a cure to save our minds. Join my guest, Nate Webb (IG: natewebb_c.p.t), and I as we give you some tools to help you Quarantine your thoughts.
Just a few things to help:
- Don't letting your mind stay on an unhealthy subject
- Change the channel. There's got to be something better to watch our feed our hearts and minds
- Wake up! Stop sleeping all day, everyday. Make a schedule. Meal prep: Plan your meals and supplies for those meals
- Get up! Exercise. Create and finish our projects
- Clean up! Our homes, thoughts, diets, relationships with our children and others
- Get ready for life after quarantine. Plan your business, idea, write your book, blog, journal, pray
- Stay ready: Practice your skill, gift, and/or talent. There will be a life after COVID-19 and we need to be ready for it now, not getting ready for it then when it comes. We don't want to be further behind those who've stayed ready and gotten better by taking advantage of their time.
- Taking advantage of the time you've been given or have.
- Get to know you. What you like/dislike about yourself
- Ask God how he speaks to you
- Ask God what he thinks about you
- Stay connected. We need community. We need people. We need each other.
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During times of uncertainty, give yourself a break. Take some time for healthy self care. Thinking, or trying not to think about an issue, can be emotionally, mentally, and physically draining. Give a pass to yourself and others. Be more patient. Get more rest in order for your body, mind, and spirit to refresh. Burnout, or breakdown now could be catastrophic. Also make a point to drink more water. Above all, be quick to listen, slow to speak, and let grace be your guide.
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Why don't we say the things in our head? You know, the things that we really want to say? What are we afraid of? Are we trying to save people from themselves or from their perception of us? and
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Words are filtered through the lens of our past hurts, present healing, perspective on an issue, and relationship with the person said or wrote them. We may not like all of the feedback we get. We don’t even have to like or agree with it. But, it doesn’t mean that it wasn’t true from the perspective of the person who gave it to us. Join me today as I share my personal journey dealing with words that hurt.
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Valentine’s Day has passed and many are still feeling love’s hangover. There are 7 different classifications for love. Which did you experience? Which did you express? Join me exploring love, and what it means.
Kinds of Love:
- Eros - Romantic, committed love
- Philia - Friendship or brotherly love (Specifically used in the Bible)
- Storge - Familial, parental love towards a child.
- Agape - Perfect love (Specifically used in the Bible)
- Ludus - Uncommitted love, flirtatious
- Pragma - Founded on reason, duty, or completion of shared goals
- Philautia - Self love
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I had blessed opportunity to speak a Centerpoint Church's Men's Ministry Breakfast. The topic was DREAM BIG. I asked the Lord to give me an acronym for it. After He gave it to me, he said "Now you can dream big, because I'm God". Dig you catch that?! B.I.G: Because I'm God!!!
D.R.E.A.M
- Demand (Place a demand, or passionate/sincere request, on the Spirit of God)
- Reach (Reach for the blessing, take possession, step and walk in the blessing)
- Expect (Expect that it will happen. And God will not only meet you there, but he will lead you to where he is)
- Accept (Accept that God loves you so much that he wants to do more for you than just wake you up in the morning. He was wants to wake you up the spiritual realm, as well as, the natural)
- Mean it (You have to have faith and believe what you asking for with out doubt)
Based upon Heb. 11:1 (AMP) Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality—faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses].
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The moment my son, Caeden, told me that Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash, I was shocked. I asked God to let it not be true. As more and more facts and news kept coming... I was speechless. 9 people lost their lives. 3 were children. What good can you find in this pain?! I wrestled and asked God to show me. As a father, I saw the loss. God, my father, saw the blessings of their lives... our lives. He saw the blessing in the broad reminder that his plan is perfect our lives have meaning. God wants us to live life to the fullest and not allow our failures and flaws to limit us. We need to strive to become who He wants for us relentlessly. We need to live our lives like Kobe did. With that Mamba Mentality. Relentless... Tirelessly... Completely...
How do we develop a Mamba mentality:
- It starts with belief (Rom. 8:28)
- Set a goal
- Put in work.(Phil. 4:13)
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This is part 2 of my interview with Duane and Tamara Johnson. Join in on this riveting interview with this couple as they share their grief journey over the loss of their unborn son, Nathaniel. I share some tools that Tamara wants people to have who are suffering like her and family.
Tools:
- Get help.
- Ask for help.
- Don’t try to numb it out with out vices.
- Don’t try to run from Grief.
- If you do, it will patiently wait for you.
- You will have to eventually deal with it.
- To Parents, name you child.
- Say you baby’s name.
- Write it down.
- To those supporting those who’ve suffered a great loss:
- Say their baby’s name.
- Talk to the person who is hurting.
- Don’t avoid us.
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Grief can be like trying to keep your head above water in a stormy sea. Spitting out water while gasping for air at the same time. Today, I had the blessed opportunity to interview Duane and Tamara Johnson again. They shared their hearts and pain because of the loss of their son Nathaniel. The Johnsons are still upon the water. Listen to them speak transparently about their struggles with anger, loneliness, sadness, and their journey to restoration.
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As one decade ends and another begins, we really have to think about where we've been, where we are, and where we're going. There's a whole lot that's happened in our lives over the last 10 years. Some, we'll cherish forever. Others, we'd rather not mention. They're all a part of who are. It's up to us to decide who we'll become. We need a break from our negative thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. There are keys in this episode that will help us make the next decade the best one so far.
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Mary Louise Page is in studio as my very special guest again. She is the author of “Blessings in the book: A study guide for the guide of Revelation” and “Adventures in Revelation: Es-ka-ta-la-gy for Kids.” She shares at length about The Book of Revelation, how she was inspired create her books, and where we find ourselves in the book of Revelation. I used to think that there was an “s” on the end, but I found out in this episode that there’s not, and why.
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Warning flags appear in our lives almost everyday. On the road, flags are meant to keep us away from hazardous driving conditions. In sports, they are indicators that someone broke the rules. When God sends them in our lives about people, they’re meant to make us think. Instinctively, so many of us think they are bad signs about other people, but sometimes it’s us. Join me today as I have Mary Louise Page in studio as my very special guest. We will laugh, talk, and share transparently about what we do with our flags in relationships with people, and ourselves. She is the author of “Blessings in the book: A study guide for the guide of Revelation” and “Adventures in Revelation: Es-ka-ta-la-gy for Kids.”
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The pomp and circumstance of Thanksgiving wore me out. I’m over giving thanks. And that’s exactly what I did. Too much. I over did it. I tried to do it my way and make it all about me. I was trying to impress and make everything perfect. I lost sight of God trying to be about the things for God. He just wanted me to be thankful. Join me as I share what the Lord taught me about obedience being better than sacrifice.
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During the holidays, marketing gurus want us all to believe that our homes should look like scenes from a commercial or a holiday classic. When Truthfully, many of us are living a Great American tragedy. Join me on Tuesday as I launch my new series, “Truth in Transparency”. Where I will share some keys to help us all heal and deal with hurts during the holidays and beyond.
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This is last week of this series. Ending with the most important topic: “Know your Truth”. At some point we have to stop blaming Adam and Eve for their poor eating habits and go on a dieT. A sin free diet. Join in. Listen in as I share truths.
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Everything in life has value. Especially us. So many down play ourselves. Some do it to remain grounded and not conceited. Others self-deprecate. No matter the reason, it’s not from God. He wants us to walk in his fullness. Confident in knowing that He has total control of every outcome in our lives. To know this, we need to focus on the Word of God. Hide it in our hearts. Read it, and encourage ourselves. This is how I keep Hope in my life. In this episode I share my battles with fear, and my tools to overcome it.
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When we want God to move on our behalf, or we have that feeling deep in our gut that God is going to answer our prayers and do some great things for us, we are left to wait until it all happens. In the waiting, we can find ourselves frustrated, tired, and wondering where, when, and even if God will do it. I can sometimes be a long wait between to our ask and “Won’t He do it!” Whether it’s a day or a lifetime, we have to wait expecting good things from our good, good Father.
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When we look at our face, what do we see? What do we show? Better yet, what we think we’re showing? We wear masks to conceal or true identify. Often giving ourself a case of mistaken identity. Join me. I’m taking off my mask today. I hope you will too.
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I find that far too often, we get excited that we’ve heard from God initially, but as time goes on, it gets hard. We get a little unsure. Not having heard God tell us for the bizillionth time that we are doing the right thing, we get scared, question what we heard, and want to quit. If God told us to start, he’ll tell us to stop. We need to continue doing the last thing He told us to do until further notice. Like that movie, “Die Another Day”, Tom Cruise’s character died over, and over, and over again until he got it right. The same is true for us. Every moment of everyday we need to die to self. Over and over and over again until we get the prize.
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We often find ourselves waiting for some “thing” or some “one”. We need to stop waiting at the table in our pity party and say, “Check Please! I don’t want to be a waiter all of my life.” We need to live 2 Cor. 5:7 and live by faith and by what we see. Listen today as I share examples in my life and how I waited. I’ll also share tools that help me not wait anymore.
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When we were very young, we wanted to be so many different things when we grew up. So of us actually follow through to the that goal. The truth is, even less have thought about the type of man we wanted to be when we grew up. Plans made in our youth, or even a few years ago, needs to change with the time and situations in our lives. Living our lives off of 20, 30, and even 40 year old plans can leave us longing for the good old days. In the is week, I share some tools to help keep us planning forward to avoiding crisis and regret.
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Series: Teachable Moments - Part 5: “Vacancy“
We’ve all experienced loss of some type. Job, relationships, family, child, loved one, house, car, even items that were just misplaced. The enemy wants us to feel like it’s our fault, and we’re unworthy to experience love and connection again. That’s such a lie. We are deserving of God’s love. Don’t know how to handle or manage the loss of relationships? Join me at I share some keys that I use to do just this, and stay healthy in process.
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What keeps us from moving forward? What keeps us from moving forward in our lives? Hurt, pain, someone, something? I should have added plural to each of those, but that’s normal over the course of our lives. We’re gonna get hurt. We’re gonna have to pick up the shattered pieces of our broken lives. We’re better for it. And so are those around us.
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Week 3. We will explore how we get caught in our thoughts. The swirl of confusion can dictate the trajectory of our life. We are what we think. We need to keep our minds focused on God.
Philippians 4:8 The Passion Translation (TPT)
8 So keep your thoughts continually fixed on all that is authentic and real, honorable and admirable, beautiful and respectful, pure and holy, merciful and kind. And fasten your thoughts on every glorious work of God,[a] praising him always.
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This is week 2 of this study and it explores what we do with what our fathers knew best to teach us (Week 1). Who do we listen to? Anyone? What about God?
- Hearing is simply the act of perceiving sound by the ear. If you are not hearing-impaired, hearing simply happens.
- Listening, however, is something you consciously choose to do. Listening requires concentration so that your brain processes meaning from words and sentences. Listening leads to learning.
"We're hearing everything, but we're listening to something."
Discussion Questions:
- List the people that you give influence in your life and actually listen to what they say to and about you.
- Over the past 2 weeks, what was one thing that they said that you listened to and acted upon?
- What are some things that the people or person above said that you have been resistant, hesitant, or afraid to act on?
- What have they said that angered of frustrated you?
- What is something that they said that surprised you?
- Name someone that you are an influential in their life.
- How does that make feel when they listen to you?
- How does it make you you feel when they don’t listen to you?
- Give an example of how you are being a good influence in their life.
- Give an example of how you are being a bad influence in their life.
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As fathers, we have an important role. There are many components to that role: Protector, Teacher, role model, janitor, handyman, counselor, playmate, and the list goes on. Some of the role we like, and some we hate. The ones that we like, we excel at and really do well. The others, well… you know how that goes. Over the next several weeks, I’m going to explore some valuable tools to help improve your teachable moments in your life. This will be an excellent series to listen with your children, and definitely with other men.
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We should really watch how we say things to each other. The "How" hurts more than the "What". We do more damage to people with how we say things than what we actually say. Everyone has an option about what you’re doing or should be. What I’m doing, or should be. Truth is, we need to be seeking God about what we're supposed to be doing so that 2 Cor. 5:7 can be fulfilled ("for we live by faith, not by what we see with our eyes." TPT). Join me as I share some techniques to communicate better with our children, family, co-workers, etc.
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As leaders, we try to connect with people. It easier to do this by being sincere and transparent. Josiah Lopez, my guest today, shares the need for us to be vulnerable with the right people instead of just transparent. Join us as Josiah, and his wife Amber, take us on a road that teaches us the importance of being vulnerable, and how to do it.
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I am so pleased to have Harry Bryant as my guest. He’s a great friend and authentic man of God. He’s in a very unique line of work that has brought him in the presence of great me like Joe Mammoth, Nolan Ryan, Muhammad Ali, and so many more. And for those who like Elvis, he’s been behind the scenes of Graceland and handled some of the most amazing items from Elvis’ collection. Join Harry and I as we laugh and talk about the topic of “Living An Authentic Life”.
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My guests today are Leroy Rodrigues and Rey Bangayan. I've worked with and known these two for 26 years. They're like fathers to me. My real dad died last January. I have 3 left that mean a lot. I had a great time with these 2. I'm working on bringing you the last.
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