Best Theology of Work Project Podcasts (2025)

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Listener Question: N.T. Wright on the Parable of the Talents 12:44

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N.T. Wright joins Russell and Leslie to field a listener's question about the parable of the talents told in Luke 19, and why it’s not all that it seems. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the …

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N.T. Wright on The Vision of Ephesians 56:37

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In this episode, Professor N. T. Wright joins us to walk through Ephesians as a panoramic room with a view—sunrise to moonset—where heaven and earth meet, and spiritual warfare is real but not partisan. Drawing from his new book The Vision of Ephesians: The Task of the Church and the Glory of God, Wright argues that Paul’s language about “predestin…

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Hope: Waiting, Stretching, and Trusting 32:50

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Advent E1 — Over the next four weeks, we’ll be exploring the four key words associated with the Advent season: hope, peace, joy, and love, starting with hope. The Hebrew words often translated as “hope,” yakhal and qavah, are rooted in images of waiting and being stretched, like a cord pulled tight. From Noah waiting for the flood waters to recede,…

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St. John the Baptist reveals the blunt truth about the Judgment - Sunday, December 7, 2025 - Mt 3:1-12 9:45

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This is the Every Catholic Man Men Meet Jesus Podcast where a man can draw closer to Jesus Christ, learn the Catholic faith and grow in happiness by become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. As we enter into the 2nd week of Advent, we'll hear how Jesus sends St. John the Baptist to announce His coming. We'll reflect upon how a man can be in…

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The Hour of Gratefulness 1:36:20

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Here's our Thanksgiving episode with some vital jazzercise energy and a whole lot of carnitas-shaking—you're welcome for that visual. But then we got into the real stuff: like how exhausting it is when every single day brings another thing that would've ended any other administration, and how our outrage sensors are so fried we might miss the momen…

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Listener Question: How to Engage as a Non-believer in a Book Group with Christians 14:22

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Russell takes a listener's question about how a non-believer can meaningfully engage in a book group with Christians. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Why Is There Wilderness Imagery in the Lord’s Prayer? 1:02:35

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The Wilderness Q+R (E13) — Is Adam being formed outside of Eden a prototype of the wilderness pattern? Are the biblical authors linking David and Nabal to Jacob and Laban? And does Jesus experience a wilderness testing moment in the garden of Gethsemane? In this episode, Tim and Jon respond to your questions from our series on the wilderness. Thank…

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Jesus reveals the faithful must be vigilant to be spared from the destruction to come - Sunday November 30, 2025 - Mt 24:37-45 9:09

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Jesus reveals the faithful must be vigilant to be spared from the destruction to come. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Piety from the Holy Spirit so he can prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ and by building the Virtue of Diligence so he can grow in holy vigilance. Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Po…

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Where Is God When I Lose My Job? 56:47

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In this one-hour webinar, workers who have personally faced job loss explore how faith and the Bible speak into this difficult experience.(Image courtesy of Shutterstock, used under license)By Theology of Work Project

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Joni Eareckson Tada on When God Shows Up in the Breaking 48:32

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What happens when a 17-year-old's dive into the Chesapeake Bay changes everything—and the healing never comes? ⁠Watch the full conversation on YouTube⁠. Fifty-seven years later, Joni Eareckson Tada sits across from me with an answer that might undo everything you think you know about strength, suffering, and the strange mercy of God. In this conver…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Tell Her She Is Beautiful and Intimacy Blooms 5:13

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Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check out the new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026. Go to Every Catholic Man to find more tools and resources to help you become a holier and happier Catholic man.By Every Catholic Man

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Episode 284 – The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Sunday November 23, 2025 - Lk 23:35-43 9:31

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The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Wisdom from the Holy Spirit so he can more fully live to honor his King Jesus Christ and His Kingdom and by seeking the Gift of the Fear of the Lord from the Holy Spirit so he can regularl…

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Blood, Wounds, and Watch Words: A Deep Dive into Radical Moravian Theology 1:58:21

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What a fun convo! Bo and I were joined by Rev. Dr. Chaz Snider, a Moravian Minister and Radical Theologian for some nerdy goodness. We started with something that's been keeping me up at night: the dangerous decoupling of Jewish identity from Israeli identity in certain conservative circles, and how this might unleash a kind of naked antisemitism w…

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Listener Question: Can God Still Use My Late Prayers? 19:41

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Russell takes a listener's question about whether God can still use prayers, and the conversation broadens to mind-breaking theology about God’s transcendence of time itself. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russ…

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Past Scenes From the Wilderness 41:52

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The Wilderness Hyperlink Episode (E12) — In every theme study, we try to isolate a biblical topic and trace its appearances in the biblical story. But it's important to remember that biblical themes all harmonize and play off of one another, like instruments in an orchestra. That’s why as we went back through our library of episodes, the wilderness…

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Ken Burns on the American Revolution 54:44

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Ken Burns says the American Revolution is "the most important event in world history since the birth of Christ." That's a bold claim—especially in a moment when the word "patriot" has become a weapon and the experiment that revolution launched feels more fragile than ever. In this conversation, Russell Moore sits down with the legendary documentari…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Fill the Gratitude Gap to Rekindle Intimacy 4:41

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Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check out the new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026. Go to Every Catholic Man to find more tools and resources to help you become a holier and happier Catholic man.By Every Catholic Man

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Truck Stops Without Trucks & Churches Without Christians 1:59:07

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Well folks, we started off talking about Bucky's (the truck stop that doesn't allow trucks - make it make sense), but then things got real when I shared about this secret squirrel meeting I went to about combating white Christian nationalism in Idaho. Bo and I went deep on religious pluralism, why evangelicals suddenly love Mormons when they run fo…

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Listener Question: Should We Sing Worship Songs by Fallen Songwriters? 10:29

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Russell takes a listener's question about whether the work of fallen songwriters and authors should be used for worship. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell s…

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Living in the Wilderness Now 1:00:21

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The Wilderness E11 — After his death and resurrection, Jesus sends his disciples out into the world to share the good news of the Kingdom and make disciples. These disciples, also known as apostles, plant churches across the Roman Empire and write letters to congregations made up of Jewish and Gentile believers. And their letters often wrestle with…

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Jesus warns His Men about the coming destruction of the Temple and future persecutions - Sunday November 16, 2025 - Lk 21:5-19 10:41

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Jesus warns His Men about the coming destruction of the Temple and future persecutions. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Counsel from the Holy Spirit so he can reject false prophets and by building the Virtue of Fortitude so he can proclaim Christ’s Truth. Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check …

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Mark Batterson on the Slow (then Fast) Work of a Long Obedience 46:43

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What if the biggest changes in your life aren’t sudden at all—but have been building quietly for years? Watch the full conversation on YouTube In this episode, Russell Moore sits down with pastor and author Mark Batterson (National Community Church, Washington, D.C.; The Circle Maker, Gradually, Then Suddenly) to talk about how transformation, call…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Bring Wheelbarrows of Gratitude to Your Wife 4:37

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Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check out the new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026. Go to Every Catholic Man to find more tools and resources to help you become a holier and happier Catholic man.By Every Catholic Man

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Why Your 'Biblical' Christianity Might Just Be Colonial Nonsense 1:43:01

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Wow, this episode was a wild ride! Bo and I kicked things off recapping the absolute magic that was Theology Beer Camp in St. Paul - seriously, the energy this year was different, more connected, more like a family reunion of podcast nerds day-drinking and talking theology. Then we dove into what really gets my blood boiling: this whole restoration…

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Listener Question: How Can the Church Hold Itself Accountable Without Tearing Itself Apart? 13:57

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Russell takes a listener's question about the Church body convicting each other in love without unnecessary division. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shar…

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Jesus, the New Shepherd in the Wilderness 1:02:37

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The Wilderness E10 — Throughout ancient Israel’s long history of wandering in the wilderness, failing in the garden land, being exiled to the nations, and then continuing to struggle after their return to the land, one thing has been clear. The people need a faithful shepherd like Moses who can guide them into God’s provision and wisdom. So after J…

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The Holy Catholic Church Celebrates Feast of the Dedication of the St. John Lateran Basilica – Sunday, November 9, 2025 – Jn 2:13-22 10:43

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The ancient roots of Christ’s Holy Catholic Church are recalled and honored with the Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran on November 9. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Understanding from the Holy Spirit so he can revere Jesus Christ in the Sacrament of the Eucharist and by growing in the Virtu…

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ECM Gospel Bible Study - The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of All Saints - Wednesday November 1, 2023 - Mt 5:1-12a 9:42

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The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of All Saints. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Gratitude so he can joyfully and reverently observe Holy Days and by growing in the Virtue of Piety so he can be fortified by the Communion of Saints.By Every Catholic Man

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David French on Faith, Fear, and the Future of the Church 47:00

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David French checks in on a potpourri of important subjects. Watch the full conversation on YouTube For longtime friends Russell Moore and David French, talking about what’s happening and where things are going is virtually an everyday occurrence. This time, though, they decided to let us listen in. RDM refused to write notes to plan out this conve…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Break the Chains of Your Phone Addiction 5:41

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Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check out the new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026. Go to Every Catholic Man to find more tools and resources to help you become a holier and happier Catholic man.By Every Catholic Man

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Listener Question: Should Communion Be Open to All Believers? 16:02

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Russell takes a listener's question about church membership and the Communion table. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtful takes on big questi…

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Jesus Passes the Wilderness Test 1:01:46

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The Wilderness E9 — After Jesus’ baptism, the Holy Spirit leads him into the wilderness to be tested for 40 days. The exodus generation spent 40 years in the wilderness, so we’d be right to expect parallels with their experience. But why does Jesus need to go through this wilderness test? And what does it mean for his followers? In this episode, Jo…

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ECM Gospel Bible Study - The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Commemoration of All Souls - Sunday November 2, 2025 - Jn 6:37-40 8:55

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The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Commemoration of All Souls. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Gratitude so he can give God thanks for the gift of Purgatory and by growing in the Virtue of Charity so he can continuously seek Indulgences for the souls of the faithfully departed. Thanks for listening to the Eve…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Keep Your Eyes on Jesus, Not Your Phone 5:09

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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Keep Your Eyes on Jesus, Not Your Phone…

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JD Greear on What Culture Wars Are Doing to Us 48:55

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What if the real radicals right now are the ones who refuse to join the outrage mobs? Watch the full conversation on YouTube Russell Moore talks with pastor and author J.D. Greear about his new book Everyday Revolutionary and the surprising power of grace in an age addicted to “courage” and “clarity.” Starting with the story of how J.D. befriended …

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Jesus Cures Spiritual Gangrene 5:05

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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Jesus Cures Spiritual Gangrene…

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Listener Question: How Can I Make Time for Writing? 15:11

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Russell answers a listener’s question about making time to be a better writer Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtful takes on big questions, of…

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Why Does Jesus Get Baptized in the Wilderness? 51:17

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The Wilderness E8 –– In the Bible, God often turns wilderness wanderings into times of testing, purification, and preparation for returning to the garden land. The tragedy of the Hebrew Bible, however, is that when people do return to the garden, they keep following their own distorted wisdom and desires. This is why the beginning of every gospel a…

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ECM Gospel Bible Study - Jesus condemns the judging of others in the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. - Sunday October 26, 2025 - Lk 18:9-14 9:17

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Jesus condemns the judging of others and urges a man to recognize his sinfulness in the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Prayer so he can realize his spiritual poverty and pray to the Savior and by building the Virtue of Kindness so he can more perfectly bear love for …

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Imitate the Mercy of Jesus 5:25

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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Imitate the Mercy of Jesus…

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Beth Moore on Falling in Love with Ecclesiastes 57:03

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If you’ve ever wondered what a conversation about Ecclesiastes between Tigger and Eeyore sounds like, it’s your lucky day. Watch the full conversation on YouTube In a recent episode, Sho Baraka became the first guest to choose the book of Ecclesiastes for his Desert Island, “5 Books of the Bible” challenge we sometimes end our show with. So it seem…

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ECM Deep Discussions - Jeff Cavins – The Importance of Evangelizing Men 1:13:23

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In another of the ECM Deep Discussions, Jeff Cavins speaks about the challenges and blessings of evangelizing Catholic Men. Jeff is the creator of the Great Adventure Bible Series, host of the popular Daily Gospel Series on the Hallow app, and leader of pilgrimages to the Holy Lands and beyond. Find out more about Jeff at JeffCavins.com. Get your c…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Haunted by Dark Thoughts? Ask Jesus for Holy Forgetfulness 4:47

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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Haunted by Dark Thoughts? Ask Jesus for Holy Forgetfulness…

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Listener Question: Should We Call Christian MAGA ‘Christian’? 11:56

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Russell takes a listener's question about what we should call religious participants in the MAGA movement. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email [email protected] — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtf…

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The Wilderness Remixed in Israel’s Prophets 49:58

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The Wilderness E7 — By the time we get to the Prophets in the Hebrew Bible, the meaning of the wilderness is well established. It’s a desolate, dangerous place where humans can’t survive. And it’s a place where God meets with his people to reform their character and deepen their trust in him. But Israel’s prophets remix the meaning and imagery of t…

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ECM Sunday Gospel Bible Study - Jesus urges men to fight for justice in the face of injustice in the Parable of the Widow and the Unrighteous Judge - Sunday October 19, 2025 - Lk 18:1-8 9:13

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Jesus urges men to fight for justice in the face of injustice in the Parable of the Widow and the Unrighteous Judge. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Faith so he can receive the astounding rewards of seeking justice and by pursuing the Virtue of Orderliness so he can do his best to prepare for the inevitable crises…

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ECM Five Minute Maxims for Men - Give Jesus More of Your Share of Mind 5:43

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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. ECM Five Minute Maxim for Men - Give Jesus More of Your Share of Mind…

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Ben Watson and Russell Moore on The Just Life 50:05

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Retired NFL player Benjamin Watson has been on this show several times over the years, and he’s recently released his own podcast, The Just Life. Russell was a guest on the show, and together they talked about Russell’s background along with matters of justice, gospel-centered living, and faithful action. Check out Ben’s show here. Resources mentio…