Best Caleb Wait Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating the debate conversations – Carmen Laberge | Protecting our children from dark patterns – Adam Holz | A pro-life dad’s fight for freedom – Carmen LaBerge 48:52

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Carmen starts the hour looking at the presidential debate and how as people of God's Kingdom of Truth we should engage in the inevitable conversations. Plugged In's Adam Holz addresses the dark patterns some online games and website trick our kids into engaging content that can be harmful, or trick them into unwanted online purchases. Carmen also t…

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Who refreshes your spirit? – Thann Bennett | How do young people understand what is true? – Chris Martin 48:33

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Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and show shares more about how his adopted son has so changed his life, and seeks to help us appreciate those who God has in your life that are life-giving to you. Social media expert Chris Martin looks at a recent report from Google on the ways Gen Z interacts with news and information, and how they develop…

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The surprising comfort of trusting God in the waiting – Mark Vroegop | Trusting the transcendent power of Jesus over our world and its ways – Corbin Hoornbeek 49:13

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Pastor Mark Vroegop, author of "Waiting Isn't a Waste," talks about finding peace and strength, even when you are in a time of uncertainty and anxiety. Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, president of the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, helps us see again that in spite of being surrounded by an anti-God culture, Dan could be flexible culturally and make a l…

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Keeping the faith during a raucous campaign season – Mark Caleb Smith | Lord’s Prayer as a corrective to your perspective – Carmen LaBerge 48:58

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Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith describes how in spite the way people are creating wedge issues around things like the Supreme Court or other matters, we are called to trust God, give do respect to authority, and seek to maintain civility. As we sometimes feel like we're reeling and losing direction, Carmen helps us see how the Lord's Prayer c…

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Women Warriors: "Daughters of Shandong" by Eve Chung and "The Women" by Kristin Hannah 3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about women facing incredible uncertainty with grace, power, and fearlessness under staggering circumstances: Daughters of Shandong, by Eve Chung, and The Women, by Kristin Hannah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Forgiving the person who kills a loved one – Dewey Williams | Forgiving your children’s destructive behavior – Barb Winters 48:21

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Dewey Williams, author of "Finding Joy on Death Row," shares his personal story of forgiving his mentally ill sister who took their dad's life, as well as stories of men on death row finding release from their sins. Barbara Winters, author of "Sexpectations," shares principles of forgiving children who engage in destructive behaviors. Faith Radio p…

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The journey of forgiving others is really a gift to you – Carmen LaBerge | Forgiveness when your dream job is taken away – Steve Carter 48:59

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Carmen LaBerge helps to start our Faith Radio Day of Forgiveness by taking us to God's Word around forgiveness, a gift God gives us. Pastor Steve Carter, author of "Grieve, Breathe, Receive," share of his forgiveness journey after losing his dream job and having his family's livelihood threatened after the moral failings of the founder of the churc…

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Hot Summer Reads: "Come and Get It" by Kiley Reid and "Margo Has Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe 3:54

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Ah, summer. when if we are lucky, our work loads gets a little lighter, and our reading gets a little lighter, too. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new, not-so-terribly serious releases sure to help you enjoy a day at the beach or by the pool: Come and Get It, by Kiley Reid, and Margo Has Money Troubles, by Rufi Thorpe. See omny…

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Why Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy has good reason to be 'fed up' 48:12

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You’re never quite sure when or how a quote or anecdote from a story will rip through the modern NFL news cycle. Three weeks ago, I wrote a story trying to make sense of the Dallas Cowboys’ bizarre offseason rooted in conversations with those who’ve worked in the front office. The note was somewhat buried in a bigger-picture piece. But, yes. One fo…

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Exploding stars and the ethical concerns of IVF – Heather Zeiger | A small church with a big heart for foster children – Josh and Rebekah Weigel 48:30

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Science writer Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity shares how we'll be able to see an exploding star sometime this summer, as well as the thorny ethical issues around invitro fertilization. Film producers Josh and Rebekah Weigel talks about the story of church in Possum Trot, TX that adopted almost 80 children out of the fo…

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Seeing beyond the offense to the person’s heart – Billy Hallowell | Christians seeking God amid persecution – Ruth Kramer 49:35

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Faithwire's Billy Hallowell shares stories of people living out their faith, including the story of a pastor who wisely and graciously responded with a homeless man started cussing in his church service, with amazing results! Ruth Kramer from Mission Network News provides updates of what God is doing in the world, including how churches are respond…

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Ep. 88 - Rustin Spangler: Taking a Gap Year 46:04

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Rustin joins us freshly returning from taking a gap year to spend time on the mission field in Costa Rica. He shares his journey of salvation and learning how to surrender his desires for a spouse to the Lord, trusting Him with whatever the outcome may be. He found true joy in his Singleness and decided to use this time by taking a gap year to grow…

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What grand narrative is driving you? – Elizabeth Neumann | Help for you children to understand God’s design for human sexuality – Elizabeth Urbanowicz 48:24

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Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," talks about some of the grand narratives that drive certain world leaders, but also some of the narratives that drive violent protestors. She talks about how engaging them graciously in Christian community can help de-escalate the tensions we face. Foundation Worldview's Elizabeth Ubanowicz talks how …

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Forgiving because holding on hurts more – Dave Buehring | Hanging the 10 Commandments in the right place rightly – Adam Carrington 49:10

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Forgiveness might not be the thing we desire to do, but Lionshare's Dave Buehring reminds us that forgiveness not only sets those who hurt you free, it frees you! Adam Carrington of the Asbrook Center for Public Affairs talks about the Constitutional and the theological ssues around Lousiana's new 10 Commandments law, as well as the moral concerns …

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Shaun King on the 'most egregious call in NFL history' and QBs today 1:04:02

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John Madden (“Boom!”) and Pat Summerall (“Nothing doing!”) on Sundays. Hank Williams Jr. on Monday nights. A sport not yet dulled by the suits on Park Avenue. Favre and Aikman and Young and Kelly and Elway and Marino. Football peaked in the 90s. But it wasn’t without its issues… especially at the end of the decade. One year after Jerry Rice clearly…

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Movies, apps, and mental health – Adam Holz | Helping men have conversations around redemptive masculinity – Peter Ostapko 49:00

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Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about the latest Pixar movie "Inside Out 2" that opens a lot of doors in talking mental health with teens, as well as apps being developed for those struggling with mental health issues. Peter Ostapko of Kinsmen talks about the "Kinsmen Journal," as well as helping foster communities for men who are seeking to center th…

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Can you recite The Ten Commandments? – Carmen LeBerge | An atheist’s journey to Jesus – Daniel DeWitt 48:33

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While we often can recite famous jingles, how are we at reciting The Ten Commandments? Carmen talks about that in light of the state of Louisiana mandating them be hung in classrooms. Apologist Daniel DeWitt talks about astrophysicist Sarah Silviander, who came to faith in Jesus because of the evidence of God's design. Faith Radio podcasts are made…

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Happy Hour: Preston Brown on Rex Ryan days, Burfict, Peterman, McDermott... and why he wants to slap Odell Beckham Jr. 1:11:52

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Life is sweet for Preston Brown. He’s happy now. The middle linebacker who roamed NFL defenses from 2014- ‘19 is living in Atlanta. He’s engaged. He has two dogs. He still works out all of the time at his home gym. Brown is also a man who can finally take a deep breath and reflect on the high drama that is professional football. As always, Go Long …

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In what way was America Christian? – Miles Smith | Shrinking the space between our beliefs and experience of God – Steve Cuss 49:13

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Miles Smith, author of "Religion and Republic," looks at how Christianity influenced our nation's first 100 years due to the underlying beliefs and practices of the people. Steve Cuss, author of "The Expectant Gap," looks at the gap between what we say we believe about God and what we actually live out. He talks about ways to bring your life more i…

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See our world through the right lenses – Alfonso Espinosa | Waiting patiently and expectantly for God – Carmen LaBerge 48:59

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Pastor Alfonso Espinosa, author of "Faith that Sees Through the Culture," talks about Biblical lenses that helps us to rightly understand the world around us so we can engage those around us better. Carmen LaBerge talks about being in a time of waiting and expectancy with a coming grandchild, and looks through Ps. 40 how we should have an expectanc…

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The Pitfalls of Augmenting Transactional Data with Excel for Reporting 9:19

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In the latest episode of The Dashboard Effect Podcast, Brick and Caleb discuss a common challenge businesses face when trying to extend their data for reporting purposes using Excel files to categorize or group data in ways not supported by the original system. While this approach may seem simple and straightforward, it can lead to several problems…

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Being a healthy Christian in the workplace – Bill English | Fighting poverty by empowering women – James Tusty 48:21

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Bible and Business' Bill English helps us apply Ephesian 4:1-6 to our workplace and how gentleness, patience, bearing others faults and striving to maintain unity is important in your work relations. Documentary filmmaker James Tusty, producer of "She Rises Up," talks about how by helping women thrive economically in a society, you also help the co…

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The power of your tongue for life and death – Daryl Crouch | The impact when a high-profile pastor fails – Mark Turman 48:59

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Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch looks at Proverbs 18:21 to help us understand the power of what we say to build people up or destroy. He also talks about the need of pastors to have pastors. Mark Turman of the Denison Forum addresses recent news around a couple of high-profile pastors and understanding the impact our sin can have on others. Faith …

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Enduring a Month of Pride, Men’s Mental Illness, & Father Grievances 42:43

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JCG brings a message of peace, hope, and soundness of mind to a month that has been hijacked. … GIVE (Not a 501c3 contribution): Cash App: $JustinCGleason PayPal: @JustinCGleason Venmo: @JustinCGleason … Justin C. Gleason Podcast, Est. 2020 Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts … Facebook @Justin C. Gleason Instagram @justincgleason X @justincgle…

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The seemingly crazy things Jesus said – Carmen LaBerge | Can artificial intelligence help your Bible engagement? – John Plake 48:31

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Carmen LaBerge asks, "how do you respond when you hear someone say something that seems crazy? For that matter, how do you respond when you read some of the seemingly crazy stuff Jesus said?" American Bible Society's John Plake talks about how people view AI when it comes to engaging the Bible and spirituality. Faith Radio podcasts are made possibl…

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IVF and honoring all human life – Nick Pitts | Prayerfully hoping amid the Israel-Hamas conflict – Luke Moon 49:39

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Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about the recent statement adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention concerning invitro fertilization, as well as the Surgeon General's call for a mental health warning label on social media. Philos Project's Luke Moon provides an update on the situation in the Holy Land to help us know how t…

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How do you deal with emotionally unstable people? – Linda Mintle | Learning about God and life from a dog – Sgt. Mark Tappen 48:24

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Psychogist Linda Mintle seeks to answer the questions "are some mental health issues contagious?" as well as helps us find ways of coping with those who are mentally unstable. Police Sgt. Mark Tappen, author of "A Dog Named Mattis," shares about his life as K9 officer handler to Mattis, and about some of the spiritual truths Mattis illustrated. Fai…

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What is home for you? – Carmen LaBerge | Building toward the future as we support Christian education – Daniel Bennett 49:10

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Carmen LaBerge, who is in Indiana for a funeral, thinks about what is home for us. Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," talks about in time where this is much culture fighting that building and supporting decidedly Christian institutions like Christian colleges helps to build for the future. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your…

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Pod: Can the Buffalo Bills evolve? A chat with Jay Skurski 1:00:34

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A half-decade of heartbreak has convinced Brandon Beane that major change is needed to this Buffalo Bills roster. Granted, this was a team $41 million in the red at the start of the new league year. But as the Bills general manager detailed to Go Long in a 1 on 1 conversation, the team sees immense value in reinventing the roster around quarterback…

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Bringing God’s word to life through your phone – Bobby Gruenewald | Listening with compassion to detransitioners – Jennifer Lahl 49:07

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Life Church Pastor Bobby Gruenewald, the innovator behind YouVersion, talks about its development and how it has helped many bring the Bible to when people are. Documentary film maker Jennifer Lahl from the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, author of "The Detransition Diaries," shares stories of youth who at one time believed their were tra…

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The beautiful simplicity of Jesus – Thann Bennett | Is your online life deforming your Christ-likeness? – Chris Martin 48:29

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The Equipped Newsletter's Thann Bennett challenges us to not over-complicate our walk with and witness of Jesus, but to enjoy the simplicity of faith in him. Social media expert Chris Martin talks about how our online use, and overuse, affects and forms our faith, often in negative ways if we're not careful. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible b…

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GenZ wants dinner with you – Kimberly Nollan | Experience God’s peace amid our anxiety-inducing lives – Alan Fadling 49:18

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YoungLife's Kimberly Nollan shares insights from their RELATEProject research on teens and young adults and their desire for authentic relationships with older people. Alan Fadling, author of "A Non-Anxious Life," offers hope for finding God's peace even when life seems overwhelming. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:…

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Evaluating party platforms through a Biblical lens – Mark Caleb Smith | Showing compassion for families struggling with gender ideology – Denise Shick 48:56

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Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith helps us look at how major party platforms are formed, what they tell us about a party's direction and how can best look at them from a Biblical viewpoint. Help4Families' Denise Schick, author of "Moving Forward in Community," offers ideas for how we can support families dealing with gender identity issues with …

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Stranger Things: "Real Life and Other Fictions" by Susan Coll and "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio. 3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels full of weird events, bizarre coincidences, and almost unbelievable outcomes: Real Life and Other Fictions, by Susan Coll, and The Husbands, by Holly Gramazio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Honoring God as Father – Carmen LaBerge | Father wounds and forgiveness – Debra Fileta 48:21

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Carmen talks about our need for belonging, as well as things to remember about our Heavenly Father as we get ready to celebrate Father's Day. Counselor Debra Fileta address the areas of hurt around our fathers and how we can forgive their shortcomings. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

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The childhood we should have vs. the ones we do have – Jeff Bilbro | Remembering the fall of Mosul 10 years later – Ruth Kramer 49:02

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Front Porch Republic's Jeff Bilbro talks about a book that chronicles a Polish child's life in World War II, and how it clashes with what we think childhood should be. Ruth Kramer from Mission Network News reflects on what happened to the once thriving Christian community in Mosul, Iraq which had to flee ISIS, as well as the potential impact on Ind…

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What the Bible has to say about same-sex marriage – Rebecca McLaughlin | The power of true compassion – James Whitford 48:31

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Rebecca McLaughlin, author of "Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?" addresses God's meaning and design for marriage, and how same-sex marriage falls short. James Whitford of True Charity talks about how many of the ways charity is put forward leads to dependency, and how when charity is properly served, it empowers people to be flourish. …

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What does friendship mean? – Carmen LaBerge | Miracle Michael and the faith of a family – Brian and Tricia Borg 49:32

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Inspired by the New York Times' 5-Day Friendship Challenge, Carmen talks about the meaning of friendship, especially as a Christ-follower. Brian and Tricia Borg share the story of their son Michael, who in spite of his many medical trials has surprised his doctors and bears testimony to a family living by faith. Faith Radio podcasts are made possib…

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Loving our country well while resisting extremism – Elizabeth Neumann | The power of compassion to change our culture – Carmen LaBerge 48:21

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Security expert Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," addresses how patriotism, Christian nationalism, and even extremism can get conflated; and how graciously relating with those we disagree with can help diffuse potential violence. Carmen offers five steps to changing our culture with compassion. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible b…

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Helping high-profile people become more like Jesus – Dave Buehring | Bringing Jesus into our cultural engagement – Adam Carrington 49:11

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Lionshare's Dave Buehring talks about the unique challenges of those in entertainment and media in growing to be like Jesus, and how we can lovingly support them. Political scientist Adam Carrington of the Ashbrook Center explains that while there's a lot we can learn through the likes of Aristotle in relating to others, we need the grace of Jesus …

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And for Jordan Love's next act... 1:02:47

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He’ll become a rich man very soon. Jordan Love played his way into the upper tier of quarterback contracts late last season. Still, this was a small sample size. And opposing defensive coordinators are bound to offer a counterpunch. The same bet these Green Bay Packers placed on Love the night of April 23, 2020 applies in June 2024. This is a playe…

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Reaching kids on YouTube with Biblical Truths – Adam Holz | Why genuine fatherhood is the purest form of manliness – April Readlinger 49:04

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Plugged In's Adam Holz unpacks the decision X has made to allow explicit content and the further concerns young people are having when it comes to their privacy on social media. Canavox's April Readlinger shares how marriage makes men better fathers and how the decline of happiness is happening simultaneously with the eroding of the family in Ameri…

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Missional conversations that can stem from the transgender discussion – Peter Lynas | How to respond during moments of unbelief, questioning God’s role in our lives – Daniel DeWitt 48:36

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Peter Lynas, the UK Director for Evangelical Alliance, talks about how Christians are called to communicate with those who are caught up in the culture war and speaking Truth, while always showing grace. Apologist Daniel DeWitt shares how every person longs to worship something and the danger of romanticizing the reality around us. Faith Radio podc…

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Looking for the blessing God has for us, even in the midst of our pain – Vaneetha Risner | When Christian men are at their best – Brant Hansen 49:17

22d ago49:17

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Encourager Vaneetha Risner talks about how Jesus meets us in our desperation and how forgiveness has set her free more than anything in her life. Brant Hansen, author of "The (Young) Men We Need" and "The Men We Need," shares about the confusion surrounding masculinity for Christians and what it means for a man, at any age, to protect his family. F…

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Reflections on D-Day’s significance, 80 years later – Paul Perrault | Living for God today, by handing Him our today – Kathy Branzell 48:56

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Paul Perrault, guest hosting for Carmen, shares about the day full of watching, waiting, and praying, and how Jesus fought for us by paying the ultimate sacrifice, winning the war for us. Kathy Branzell, from the National Day of Prayer taskforce, talks about the Biblical attributes to share with children and gives encouragement for fathers to be th…

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Mastering Delta Loads: Caleb's Best Practices, Tips, and Workarounds 8:58

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Brick and Caleb get technical this week with a special focus on delta loading. They break down the concept of delta loading and highlight its benefits over traditional full loading techniques in terms of speed and resource efficiency. Caleb covers the typical obstacles faced when implementing delta loading, including issues with legacy systems and …

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A Trio of Thrillers: "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon, "Death in the Air" by Ram Murali, and "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore 3:53

23d ago3:53

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review three new thrillers: One of Our Kind, by Nicola Yoon, Death in the Air, by Ram Murali, and The God of the Woods, by Liz Moore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Reading ideas for the summer – Karen Swallow Prior | Building community within the prison walls, by sharing Biblical values – Heather Rice-Minus 48:24

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Karen Swallow Prior talks about the difference between enjoyment and enrichment when it comes to engaging ourselves in reading. Prison Fellowship President and CEO Heather Rice-Minus shares about the opportunity in front of Christians to love on kids in their community, how to open the door to a ministry of presence and start relational ministry. F…

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The intentionality and vision that Church leaders need to have – Daryl Crouch | Ignoring the culture war, to be a cultural missionary – Mark Turman 49:02

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Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson shares about the danger of having a scarcity mentality within the local church and Paul's example in the Bible of what it means to be truly content. Denison Forum's Mark Turman talks about humbling ourselves before God and others, so we can make Kingdom impact and what God does when things seem hopeless. Faith Radi…

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Living by design, how God designed – Dr. Tiffany Schatz | How God creates great things from our places of pain – Jerrad Lopes 48:34

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Christian Medical and Dental Association's Dr. Tiffany Schatz talks about exploring the real need behind taking supplements and the misconceptions about marijuana many have. Jerrad Lopes, author of "My Daddy's Hero: A Story About Jesus, The Ultimate Hero" and founder of Dad Tired, shares about the amazing things that happen when a man humbles himse…

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