This is the podcast for Raintree Community Church in Lee's Summit, MO. It features Raintree's most recent sermons.
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Are We Live? is a Podcast hosted by me, Patrick Conley. This show is about anything and everything where I sit down with a guest to discuss it from anywhere I may be. The project was born out of inspiration to become self sufficient and broadcast interesting conversations to the world. So sit back, don't relax, and engage your mind!!! Are We Live? Show less Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/are-we-live/support
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MSNBC’s Ali Velshi brings you “Velshi Banned Book Club,” an act of resistance against the book banning and censorship epidemic sweeping the nation. In each episode, a different author joins Ali to discuss why their work is being targeted and what is so crucial about the literature itself. “Velshi Banned Book Club” is a series rooted in literary and cultural analysis, in the notion that reading is resistance. Read along with Ali. Velshi Banned Book Club Season Two Reading List: "Small Acts of ...
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My name is Ronan and I’ve got something to tell you. You’re not going to like it. But I’m going to tell you anyway. And it’s this. Contrary to what you may have been taught, money, success and fame don’t make you happy, won’t make you healthy and can’t give you peace inside. Trust me after years of chasing all 3 and multiple 7 figure exits, I learned that the hard way. And that’s why I started the Ronan Levy Podcast. To help people like you and me start to rewrite the rules of happiness, red ...
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The Shot Clock is a NBA news, analysis and commentary filled sports podcast hosted by the people who understand basketball the best: super fans, players and journalists. The Shot Clock discusses the latest happenings in the National Basketball Association from various mostly laid back, yet informational perspectives.
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The Heart of True Worship | Dr. Stephen Conley
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55:23Text: Genesis 4:1-26 The Righteous Attitude of Worshipping God (Genesis 4:1-4) God graciously provides Adam and Eve with two sons: Cain and Abel. Abel is portrayed as the one who brought an acceptable offering to the Lord with the right heart attitude. In the New Testament, Abel’s offering and his actions toward God are declared as righteous (Hebre…
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The Reality of Christ's Resurrection | Dr. Stephen Conley
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55:16Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-28 The Trustworthy Testimony of Christ’s Resurrection (1 Cor. 15:1-11) The reliability of the Scriptures The credibility of the eyewitnesses The experience of the Apostle Paul The Devastating Consequences of No Resurrection (1 Cor. 15:12-19) If Christ has not been raised from the dead, then our faith is meaningless. If Chri…
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The Gospel Made Visible: Baptism (Part 2) | Dr. Stephen Conley
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51:13Texts: Galatians 3:27-28; Ephesians 4:4-6; 1 Corinthians 12:12-13; Colossians 2:11-13; Romans 6:1-6 Baptism Portrayed in Following Jesus The significance of being baptized into the body of Christ (Galatians 3:27-28; Ephesians 4:4-6; 1 Corinthians 12:12-13). The theology behind being baptized into the body of Christ (Colossians 2:11-14; Romans 6:1-6…
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The Gospel Made Visible: Baptism (Part 1) | Dr Stephen Conley
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45:00Texts: Matthew 3:13-17, 28:16-20 Baptism Exemplified in Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17) In Jesus’ baptism, God the Father declared His approval of Jesus and the Gospel message He would proclaim. In Jesus’ baptism, He identified Himself as the One who would be our substitute and endure God’s judgment for us. When we are baptized, it symbolizes our repentanc…
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California Dreamin' w/ Stephen Cloobeck
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1:19:50Hello everyone! Welcome to Seasons 5 of The Ronan Levy Podcast. Today we're back with a fascinating conversation with Stephen J. Cloobeck. Stephen is running for Governor of the great state of California. Although Stephen is best known for his work founding and operating Diamond Resorts, he also has political experience having been the Chairman of …
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The Gospel Made Visible: Communion (Part 2) | Dr. Stephen Conley
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51:23Texts: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34; Revelation 19:1-9 Communion Practiced by the Church (1 Corinthians 11:17-34) Communion is a time to look beyond ourselves to ensure that we are in a right relationship with one another. Communion is a time to look back in remembrance and thanksgiving of Christ’s sacrificial death. Communion is a time to look within th…
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The Gospel Made Visible: Communion (Part 1) | Dr. Stephen Conley
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45:44Texts: Exodus 12:1-14; Matthew 26:26-29 Communion Foreshadowed in the Passover (Exodus 12:1-14) Communion’s roots can be traced back to Passover, where the Israelites were saved from death and delivered from slavery in Egypt. The Israelites marked their doorframes with the blood of the lamb and God “passed over” His people. The feast of Passover is…
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Paradise Lost, Redemption Promised l Dr. Stephen Conley
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57:03Text: Genesis 3:7-24 The Destructive Outcome of Sin (Gen. 3:7-13) When we choose to sin, we experience guilt and shame. When we choose to sin, we hide from the consequences. When we choose to sin, we blame others. Gospel implication: Christ died in our place and took our punishment. The Devastating Curse of Sin (Gen. 3:14-19) God pronounces a curse…
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The Catastrophic Fall of Man | Dr. Stephen Conley
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56:27Text: Genesis 3:1-7 Satan’s Deceitful Devices (Genesis 3:1-5) Satan is the crafty serpent in the Garden of Eden (Revelation 12:9). Satan strategy involves attacking and distorting God’s Word. Satan’s goal is for us to doubt and disobey God’s Word Man’s Defiant Disobedience (Genesis 3:6-7) Adam and Eve disobeyed God’s Word in unbelief, seeking their…
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God's Design in Creating Us: Part 2 | Dr. Stephen Conley
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55:38Text: Genesis 2:18-25 God’s Providential Design in Creating Us for Relationships God did not create us to be isolated, but for community and relationship. God provided man with a helper that perfectly complemented him. God ordained marriage to be a covenant relationship that is freely enjoyed with one man and one woman for a lifetime of love withou…
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God's Design in Creating Us: Part 1 | Dr. Stephen Conley
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49:34Text: Genesis 2:4-17 God’s Providential Design in Creating All Things (Genesis 2:4-7) The generations of the heaven and the earth refer to the God’s creation of man and woman. God’s name (Yahweh-Elohim) declares Him as both Creator and Covenant-Redeemer. God created a perfect setting for man to live and breathes His life into him. God’s Providentia…
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Text: Genesis 2:1-3 Divine Rest Inaugurated in God’s Finished Work of Creation God finished His work of creation. God rested from His work of creation. God blessed and sanctified the seventh day. Our Eternal Rest Fulfilled in Christ’s Finished Work of Redemption The theme of God’s rest is seen in the future rest that awaits those who belong to God …
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On a new podcast series, “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki,” host Jen Psaki dives into two crucial questions: where do Democrats stand in this moment? And how can they win again? Listen to the full first episode here, as Jen sits down with Governor Wes Moore of Maryland. They reflect on the meaning of patriotism, where the party can be bolder, and auth…
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Text: Genesis 1:26-31 As God’s Image-Bearers, We Represent Him on the Earth (1:26-27) God made us after His image and likeness, distinct from the rest of creation. God made us male and female for His glory. Implication: Our value and identity are tied to bearing the image of God. Therefore, we should seek after Him and bear His image in a way that …
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In the Beginning: God's Work of Creation | Dr. Stephen Conley
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55:06Text: Genesis 1:1-25 The Creator of All Things (Genesis 1:1) The eternal triune God (“Elohim”) created everything. God’s glorious attributes are seen in everything He has made (Psalm 19:1-4a; Romans 1:18-20). We are made for His glory and are accountable and dependent upon Him (Romans 11:36; Acts 17:24-28). The Creation of All Things (Genesis 1:2-2…
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Introducing “Trumpland with Alex Wagner.” On “Trumpland,” MSNBC’s Alex Wagner takes a break from the anchor chair to get out into the field and speak with the people on the frontlines of Trump’s policies—and promises. Listen to the full first episode here, as Alex travels to DC—but not for the inauguration. Hours after President Trump was in sworn …
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An Overview of Genesis | Dr. Stephen Conley
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48:25Text: Genesis 1:1 Introduction: Why Study Genesis? It sets the foundation for the rest of the Bible. It gives us the purpose of God for mankind. It describes the origin and effects of sin. It anticipates God’s answer to our problem of sin, a seed coming through the line of Abraham. It describes the origin of the nation of Israel and the Promised La…
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How to Respond to God's Word | Dr. Stephen Conley
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54:00Text: James 1:19-25 Listen to the Word Openly (vs. 19-20) Be quick to hear – “I am eager to listen.” Be slow to speak – “I will not make excuses.” Be slow to anger: “I will not justify my disobedience.” Receive the Word Humbly (vs. 21) Receiving the Word requires putting our sin away. Receiving the Word involves accepting it as salvation for our so…
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Christ, the Warrior King | Travis Thompson
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43:44Travis Thompson preaches to us from 1 Samuel 17.
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Advent: Christ, Our Savior | Dr. Stephen Conley
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18:16Christmas Eve Service Text: Titus 3:3-7 Who We Were as Sinners (3:3) Because of our sin, we were entrenched in our rebellion against God and enslaved to our desires. Result: We had no hope to save ourselves from eternal death (Ephesians 2:12; Romans 6:20-23). Who We Are in Christ (3:4-7) Because of Christ, we can be saved out of our sin by His merc…
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Advent: The Love of Christ | Dr. Stephen Conley
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50:54Texts: Exodus 34:5-8; John 3:16-17; 1 John 4:7-12 The Steadfast Love of God Declared in His Name (Exodus 34:5-8) This is the first passage where God declares His character to us. He is full of mercy, grace, faithfulness, and love with forgiveness for sinners. The Stunning Love of God Demonstrated in His Son (John 3:16-17) God’s love came down to us…
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Advent: The Joy of Christ | Dr. Stephen Conley
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51:26Texts: Isaiah 55; Luke 2:8-12; 1 John 1:1-4 The Invitation of Satisfying Joy in Christ (Isaiah 55) God calls us to be satisfied in Him and seek Him alone. God reveals Himself to His people through His Word. God promises to lead His people into His joy and peace. The Gospel of Great Joy in Christ (Luke 2:8-12) The Gospel is the good news of great jo…
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Advent: The Peace of Christ | Dr. Stephen Conley
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46:29Texts: Micah 5:1-5; Ephesians 2:11-22; Philippians 4:6-7 Christ Came to Be Our Peace (Micah 5:1-5) Peace is defined in Scripture as “shalom,” which means wholeness or completeness. Christ’s coming inaugurated a “shalom” that would bring strength to His people and culminate in His eternal reign. Christ Came to Make Peace With God and Man (Ephesians …
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Advent: The Hope of Christ | Dr. Stephen Conley
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50:19Texts: Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:21-23; Romans 15:8-13 Christ, the Promised Savior (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:21-23) Christ came as the prophesied Messiah who would bring salvation to sinners walking in despair and darkness. Christ came to be our Emmanuel, “God With Us.” Christ, the Hope of the World (Romans 15:8-13) Christ became a servant for the sake …
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The Wonderful Business of Music w/ Brandon Reid
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1:43:05When it comes to being successful in the business of managing musicians, there is one piece of advice that trumps them all: do your best to keep them on the straight and narrow. So it's no surprise that Brandon Reid, whose clients include The National, Big Red Machine, Broken Social Scene, Georgia Harmer and Aaron Dessner (co-author of Folklore by …
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The Supremacy of Christ in Our Service | Dr. Stephen Conley
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51:12Text: Colossians 4:7-18 Gospel Gratitude for Faithful Service (4:7-11) Paul was grateful for the Gospel’s transformation in the church that prepared them for faithful service. We can be grateful for how the Gospel has transformed us and placed us in ministry together. Gospel Gain From Fruitful Service (4:12-16) Paul was encouraged to see the sacrif…
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The Supremacy of Christ in Our Witness | Dr. Stephen Conley
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44:11Text: Colossians 4:5-6 Gospel Urgency with Wisdom (4:5) We are called to conduct ourselves in biblical wisdom to those around us. We are called to use our time wisely for the Gospel’s sake. Gospel Fluency with Grace (4:6) We are called to speak grace-filled words that are seasoned with the flavor of Christ. We are called to respond to others with g…
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The Supremacy of Christ in Our Prayers | Dr. Stephen Conley
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51:47Text: Colossians 4:2-4 Dependance Upon Christ in Prayer (4:2) Pray with steadfast consistency. Pray with persistent watchfulness. Pray with Godward gratitude. Devotion to Christ’s Mission Through Prayer (4:3-4) Pray for opportunities to declare the Gospel. Pray for obedience to make the Gospel known.…
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Dr. Jared Pelo: An Honest Conversation About Longevity
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1:13:09Dr. Jared Pelo is the Chief Medical Officer at Bionic Health, a pioneering health startup that integrates biomarker testing, AI, and advanced technology to deliver personalized, precision, and preventative medical care. With a background as an emergency medicine physician, Dr. Pelo has also co-founded and led successful health tech startups, bringi…
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Christ's Last Command Must Be Our First Commitment | Jeff Fitzgerald
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52:50Text: Acts 1:1-11 Jeff Fitzgerald preaches to us about how Christ's last command to His disciples as He ascended into heaven must be our first commitment as we live out our discipleship here on earth.
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Making Something Out of Nothing: A New Podcast
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53:58After my efforts to convince Scott Galloway to start a podcast with me failed, I decided to go for the next best thing and started a podcast with Ben "Doc" Askins. And so we'd like to introduce you to The Know Nothing Podcast, a podcast dedicated to nothing. Think of it as Seinfeld meets The Big Lebowski for the podcast generation by two below aver…
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The Supremacy of Christ in the Workplace | Dr. Stephen Conley
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49:59Text: Colossians 3:22-4:1 Christ-Centered Servanthood (3:22-25) We are called to obey our superiors as unto the Lord for His glory. We are called to serve wholeheartedly in all things for the Lord and His reward and reckoning. Christ-Centered Supervision (4:1) We are called to treat those we lead with respect and equality, knowing that Jesus is Lor…
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This episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club will confront the barrier to entry that surrounds poetry and tear it down by closely examining a masterclass in poetic storytelling: “Brown Girl Dreaming” by Jacqueline Woodson. "Brown Girl Dreaming" follows Woodson’s childhood split between segregated Greenville, South Carolina, and New York City. “Brown…
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The Supremacy of Christ in the Home | Dr. Stephen Conley
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57:44Text: Colossians 3:18-21 Christ-Centered Submission (3:18) Christ calls and empowers wives to submit to their husbands in a way that brings glory to Him. Christ-Centered Love (3:19) Christ calls and empowers husbands to love their wives in a way that treasures them with gentleness. Christ-Centered Obedience (3:20) Christ calls and empowers children…
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After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the U.S., and then as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel, Chip Conley co-founded MEA (Modern Elder Academy) in January 2018. Inspired by his exp…
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There is one thing that connects the disparate generations of Americans: books. This episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club will look at two novels that don’t just capture the spirit of growing up but punctuate chapters in an American student’s life: “Bridge to Terabithia” by Katherine Paterson and “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbos…
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At first glance, the two books that make-up this episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club have very little similarities. Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is a critical keystone to both the English language and the art of storytelling. Everyone knows Romeo and Juliet’s tragic love story. Dorit Rabinyan’s “All The Rivers” is a semi-autobiographic love …
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The World Walk: 7 Years, 28,000 Miles, and 6 Continents On Foot w/ Tom Turcich
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1:31:33After the death of a close friend at seventeen, Tom Turcich resolved to make the most out of life; to travel and be forced into adventure; to experience and understand the world. On April 2nd, 2015, he set out to see it all—one step at a time. The World Walk is the emotional and exhilarating story of the tenth person and first dog to walk around th…
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"Contribute": Serving Christ Together | Dr. Stephen Conley
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1:00:59Texts: Philippians 1:3-11, 27-30; Romans 15:1-7; Romans 12:3-8 We Serve in a Gospel-centered Partnership (Philippians 1:3-11, 27-30) We are saved into a partnership with one another through the Gospel. This partnership manifests itself in a life worthy of the Gospel that strives side by side together. We Serve in a Gospel-centered Culture (Romans 1…
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Jayson Gaignard: How To Create Meaningful Connections
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1:23:31Jayson Gaignard is the Founder and Head Curator of MMT (MastermindTalks), one of the world’s most exclusive communities for entrepreneurs. The invite-only MMT community has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard University and brings together brilliant minds from various industries for networking, targeted troubleshooting, and community building. Jay…
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What is braver than sharing your own story with the world? Nothing. This episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club will examine two true stories: “Hunger” by Roxane Gay and “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls. While these two memoirs are windows into two vastly different worlds, they are both masterclasses in the age-old tradition of storytelling as…
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"Connect": Growing in Christ Together | Dr. Stephen Conley
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54:45Texts: Colossians 2:6-10; Ephesians 4:11-16 We are Rooted in Christ Together for Gospel Growth (Col. 2:6-10) We are established in Christ. We are steadfast in Christ. We are fulfilled in Christ We are Equipped in Christ Together for Gospel Ministry (Eph. 4:11-16) We are equipped by the Word through gifted shepherds. We are matured by the Word throu…
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Building Resilient Teams: Lessons from Elite Hockey w/ Andy O’Brien
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1:19:45Whether you are a big hockey fan or not at all, I thought the beginning of the NHL season was a good excuse to invite strength & conditioning coach Andy O’Brien on the show. He’s worked with some of the world’s biggest athletes and I wanted to ask him about how sports are changing and what lessons us non-athletes can take away from hockey players a…
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Heralded as one of the most enduring and salient novels in American history, “The Things They Carried”, written by Tim O’Brien, is a fictionalized account of O’Brien’s very real time as an infantry soldier in the Vietnam War. While, at its core, it is a Vietnam War novel, “The Things They Carried” explores the futility of all war, the power of frie…
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"Come": Worshipping Christ Together | Dr. Stephen Conley
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52:48Texts: Psalm 95:1-7a; 2 Corinthians 3:18-4:7 Worship: The Attitude of the Heart (Psalm 95:1-7a) Worshipping God is about an internal attitude before it is an external activity. Worshipping God reframes our reality around God’s Word. Worship: The Transformation of the Life (2 Corinthians 3:18) Worshipping God leads to a life that beholds the glory o…
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The story of this country is told through the eyes of immigrants. This episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club will explore two critically acclaimed additions to the American immigration literary canon: “How the García Girls Lost Their Accents” by Julia Alvarez and “American Street” by Ibi Zoboi. Both novels examine what becomes of identity, religio…
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Reclaiming Your Life As A Healthy Deviant w/ Pilar Gerasimo
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1:26:27Pilar Gerasimo is a health journalist, podcaster, and the author of The Healthy Deviant: A Rule-Breaker’s Guide to Being Healthy in an Unhealthy World. In today’s society where such a small percentage of people are truly happy and healthy, Pilar says we have to take it upon ourselves to buck a lot of society’s norms and reject a lot of conventional…
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The End of the Matter | Dr. Stephen Conley
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56:12Text: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 Consider the Weighty Words of Wisdom (12:9-12) God’s wisdom is like a goad that spurs us onward. God’s wisdom is like well-driven nails that fix our hearts to truth. God’s wisdom comes to us from the Shepherd of our souls. Consider the Whole Duty of Man (12:13-14) We are called to walk in the fear of God. We are called to…
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Meeting The Beatles In India w/ Paul Saltzman
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1:13:24In 1968 a young Canadian filmmaker named Paul Saltzman was seeking solace in transcendental meditation for a broken heart and was befriended by The Beatles in Rishikesh, India during their immersive study with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. 2020 saw the release of his documentary, Meeting The Beatles In India - a film that brings together others who were t…
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