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These podcasts are messages that were preached at First Love Church in Ocala, Florida. We hope that you are encouraged and inspired by what you hear. We are a non denominational, egalitarian church that practices a generous orthodoxy. Find out more about our local congregation online at firstlovechurch.org. #firstlovechurchocala #firstlovechurch #ocalaflorida #egalitarian #Jesuschrist #jesus #nondenominational #pastor #spirituality #christian #eucharist #opentable #tableofthelord #communion ...
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This is a conversational style podcast discussing every manner of things regarding art, family, small business, parenting, and spirituality. Dennis and Heather have been married for 32 years, which is no small feat, parents of five children, and musicians and artists. Imagine overhearing lots of conversations. #spirituality #family #marriage #musicians #artists #mystics #podcaster #parenting #readers #hope #love #conversations #somuchmore #friendship #talkers #spiritual #communion #spirit #f ...
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1. Jastin Martin - Hurt Before 2. Daniel Caesar - Let Me Go 3. Drake - Against The Wind (Extended and Rearranged) 4. Aliah Sheffield - Boo Boo The Fool 5. Baby Rose - Stop The Bleeding 6. Krishawna - Do for You 7. Avery Sunshine ft. DrewTheRew - W8 8. Melinda valenz - My Best Life 9. Aliah Sheffield - Some Of Your People 10. Kiana Ledé - Jealous (Clean) (feat. Ella Mai) 11. THEY. - You Don't Deserve This 12. Ciara’s - Da Girls (Girls Mix) (feat. Lola Brooke & Lady London) 13. iCandy - Keep D ...
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My name is Nikki and I’m spilling the tea on all things entertaining. From new movies, new Tv shows, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and of course books and authors. Sports, music all things entertaining.
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Lost World of the Prophets w/ John Walton: Ancient Context, Prediction, Apocalyptic, Eschatology
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Dr. John Walton covers prophecy as a subset of divination, Ancient Near Eastern background, prediction, covenant, message categories, message and fulfillment, messianic fulfillment, eschatology, and apocalyptic. I, Dennis, would love to hear from you. Email me at thecharge.info@gmail.com Dr. Walton is Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Wheaton …
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Join us as we journey through the transformative power of love and resurrection, drawing inspiration from the Easter narrative. Mary Magdalene's unwavering love and her poignant vigil during Holy Saturday serve as our backdrop for a conversation about enduring hope and love's capacity to transcend even the grave. Imagine standing before an empty to…
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Colossians: Biblical Theology with Dr. Gregory K. Beale
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Dr. Beale discusses OT echoes and allusions, the controversy over "fullness", the nature of the false teaching, food and holy days, "elemental spirits of the world", worship of angels, self-abasement, visions, grace and peace, Christ's supremacy, new creation, reconciliation, eschatological maturity, "certificate of indebtedness", and "disarming th…
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Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, faced with the choice between retaliation or forgiveness, anger or love? Our Lenten journey takes us through these very human experiences, weaving a tapestry of stories that illustrate the transformative power of choosing love, even in the most trying of times. As we navigate the complexities of life, w…
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Healing and Evangelism with Brian Blount: Putting Jesus on Display with Power and Love
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Brian Blount tells his own story, discusses biblical directives and principles for power evangelism and healing, his look-listen-respond process, how he trains others, and gives amazing and compelling examples of his own ministry involving radical generosity, healings, evangelism, and salvations. I, Dennis, would love to hear from you. Leave a comm…
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Thriving in Divine Love: Sacred Acts, Radical Compassion, and the Path to Resurrection
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Imagine uncovering the profound truth that you were not only created out of love but also designed to thrive in it—this revelation is what we unpack at First Love Church. As we navigate heartfelt discussions on divine love, our congregation's spirit radiates warmth and acceptance, reinforcing the belief in our inherent worth. Join us in reflecting …
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Transfiguration Sunday: How Belovedness shapes us
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As the veil thins between the divine and the everyday, we find ourselves on the cusp of Lent, a season ripe with potential for transformation. Imagine shedding the weight of shame and negativity, the way one might peel away layers of old paint, to reveal the original masterpiece beneath—that is the invitation of this episode. Through a tapestry of …
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The Bible Gender Debate: Neither Complementarian nor Egalitarian with Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall
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We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both the egalitarian and complementarian views, third way alternatives, 19th and 20th century history of the issue, Scriptures, church, kingdom of God, ministry, marriage, equality, rights, inclusion, servant leadership, concept of reversal, unity, headship, and leadership. I, Dennis would love to hear fro…
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Nothing Can Separate You From LOVES Love
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Romans chapter 8 and the shaping of our prayers. This Sunday as we gathered, we delve into the spiritual tapestry woven by wisdom, love, and selflessness. We ponder the parable of the pearl of great price, reflecting on the pursuit of spiritual wealth over material gains. We also touch on maturity's journey, from limited child-like views to a life …
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The Apostle Paul: Voices & Views of Scholars w/ Dr. Ben Witherington III--Pauline Theology & Studies
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Dr. Witherington covers Pauline scholarship including Rudolf Bultmann, Ernst Kasemann, Krister Stendhal, E.P. Sanders, the new perspective, covenantal nomism, James D.G. Dunn, "works of the law", William Campbell, N.T. Wright, pistous christou, apocalyptic reading, John Barclay, and Stephen Chester. I, Dennis, would love to hear from you. Leave a c…
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Pentecostals: World War I and Pacifism--Part 2 w/ Dr. Jay Beaman--(Nonviolence, Peace)
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Using resources from the WWI era including church creedal statements, books, magazines, newspaper stories, Bureau of Investigation records, and draft cards Jay Beaman sheds light on Pentecostals' practice of pacifism when the movement was brand new. We look at the movement of conscientious objection as a whole as well as sectarian groups, Holiness …
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The Letter to the EPHESIANS: Content and Theology with Dr. Lynn Cohick
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Dr. Lynn Cohick discusses background information to the Letter to the Ephesians including authorship and the social and historical situation at Ephesus. We then dive into its core theology, the place of the Trinity, the explication of the gospel, “faith in Christ” vs. the “faithfulness of Christ”, and being “seated in the heavenly realms”. We move …
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The Theology of 1 Corinthians with Dr. Kimlyn Bender
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Dr. Bender discusses theological Bible commentaries, the theology of 1 Corinthians, Paul's problems in Corinth, apostolicity vs. giftedness, holiness, divisions in the church, the cross, weakness, power, foolishness, wisdom, sexuality, the Lord's Supper, women's head coverings, the gospel, the resurrection, and the application of 1 Corinthians for …
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Pentecostals: Pacifism, War, and Peace--Part 1 w/ Dr. Jay Beaman--(Nonviolence)
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Dr. Beaman explores early Holiness and Pentecostal churches and their very significant pacifist orientation. We consider the reasons for pacifism, how it was propagated, how widespread it was, and how it was practiced sacrificially during WWI with many going to prison rather than war. Beaman tells the story of Pentecostals' gradual accommodation to…
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The Thomas Drake Story: Whistleblowing, NSA Mass Surveillance, & Governmental Waste, Fraud, & Abuse
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Tom Drake tells his story from inside the NSA as a senior executive, blowing the whistle on corruption, and his struggle to defend himself against the prosecution delivered by the Department of Justice. We then discuss his activism since then, the nature of government surveillance before and after 9/11, surveillance as it relates to privacy, ethics…
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The Moral Argument for God's Existence: Dr. Douglas Groothuis and Christian Apologetics
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We discuss the cultural and individual varieties of ethical relativism, the dependency and diversity theses, "which culture decides morality?", moral progress and tolerance, the argument from damnation, nihilism, Max Stirner, non-dualistic pantheism and the two truths theory. Dr. Groothuis then covers morality as biological adaptation, atheistic ex…
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Political Theology with William Cavanaugh---Migrations of the Holy: God, The State and the Church
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Dr. William Cavanaugh explores the nation-state, the common good, unity, pluralism, subsidiarity, identity, mobility, and globalization. We then consider the U.S. as a messianic nation, state disciplinary power, the liturgy of state and church, the church as a political body, the visibility of the church in repentance, and Hauerwas' political thoug…
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Old Testament CONTROVERSIES: Evolution, Genocide, Homosexuality & Historicity w/ Dr. Tremper Longman
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Dr. Longman discusses the creation story in terms of genre, interpretation, theology, history, science, evolution, and Adam's historicity. We then cover the historicity of the exodus and conquest in regard to various views, genre, interpretation, and archeology. We then move onto OT violence, particularly the conquest of Canaan. Longman examines th…
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A Case for the Soul Against Materialism: with Dr. Joshua Farris
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Dr. Joshua Farris discusses the existence, nature, and origin of the human soul. We consider materialism, human experience and reason, neuroscience, and veridical near death experiences. Farris also examines neo-Cartesianism, substance dualism, and origin theories including materialism, panpsychism, and emergentism. We move on to the possibility of…
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Historical Jesus Research with Dr. Darrell L. Bock (The Historical Jesus: 5 Views)
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Dr. Darrell Bock considers the definition, purpose, and history of historical Jesus studies, relationship to apologetics, methods and sources, criteria of authenticity, various contemporary views, and the authority of Scripture. We take a look at seven biblical situations and discuss how they relate to historical Jesus research: Jesus' ministry to …
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Jesus on the Holy Spirit: An Unconventional God & 7 Secrets of the Spirit-Filled Life: Jack Levison
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We discuss the Holy Spirit according to Jesus, the Spirit’s involvement in the birth narratives of Jesus and John the Baptist, the Holy Spirit and Jesus’ baptism and temptation, and how the Holy Spirit is related to Jesus’ teaching, preaching, exorcism, and training of his disciples. Levison continues with the Holy Spirit in regard to dealing with …
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8 Models of Evangelism: Personal, Liturgical, Prophetic and More with Dr. Priscilla Pope-Levison
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We cover definitions of evangelism and the gospel, the biblical basis for evangelism, plus eight core models of evangelism: personal, small group, visitation, liturgical, church growth, prophetic, revival and media. Dr. Pope-Levison also looks at five qualities of evangelism: hospitality, relationship, integrity, message bearing, and church rootedn…
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The Gospel of Luke with Dr. Nicholas Perrin: Theology, Ethics, Background, and Eschatology
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Nicholas Perrin discusses the Gospel of Luke including purpose, audience, social-historical situation, use of the OT, birth narratives, the kingdom of God, political conflict, and conflict with the Jewish religious system. Our talk continues with the socially marginalized, the Sermon on the Plain, training and sending the disciples, the hard discip…
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America's Book: The Bible and 19th Century United States History (1794-1911) with Dr. Mark A. Noll
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We start with 1794 and the aftermath of the founding of the United States. Dr. Noll considers Thomas Paine’s works, proprietary and sectarian churches, and the role of Asbury and the Methodists. We discuss how America saw itself as a Hebrew republic, the African-American experience, and how the Bible functioned on both sides of the slavery debate. …
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Embarking on a reflection of nature's grandeur, we find a connection between the steadfastness of trees and our spiritual growth. Our conversations take us from the Garden of Eden to the Tree of Life in Revelation, finding solace in the roots of love and patience. As Lent draws near, we're inspired to look beyond the surface and see the divine in t…
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Practicing Your Innocence-and why Jesus' call to Nathanael matters to you.
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This morning our conversation orbits around the often overlooked spiritual practice of rekindling our awareness of love's persistent presence. We navigate the transformative power of Epiphany, Together, we consider how the light of Christ beckons us towards living renewed with hope and a sense of beloved identity. Through heartfelt narratives, we c…
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Epiphany- Worshiping Jesus, and Finding Another Route Home
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As the new year unfurls its wings, we embark on a voyage through the Epiphany, guided by the starlit musings of poet Malcolm Guite and the universal embrace of the divine. The First Love Church podcast welcomes you to a space where the sacred meets the stars, and the journey of the wise men unfolds as a mirror to our own pursuit of spiritual awaken…
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Simeon, the prophet Anna, and the voices that bless.
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As the clock ticks towards a new year, we're leaving the chase for 'more' behind, instead wrapping ourselves in the restful embrace of love. We ponder over the Christmas spirit, not confining it to a single day but rather as an invitation to co-create with God, infusing love into our earthly journey. This episode brings to light the stories of bibl…
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Light in the Darkness: The Power of Advent Hope
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Uncover how the practice of Advent helps us confront the darkness in our world, confident that love and transformation will ultimately prevail. We journey together through the grandeur of the Jerusalem temple, Jesus' profound response to it, and the crucial reminder that God's presence is not confined to physical structures but can be found in the …
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Through the lens of Ephesians 1:15, we are guided to explore the importance of trust and love in our relationships with others and God. We are encouraged to adopt prayers from Paul's writings for our own lives and to delve deeper into our intimacy with God. The sermon concludes with a discussion on the power of awareness and its transformative impa…
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Cultivating Gratitude As A Spiritual Practice
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Have you ever paused and deeply considered the power of a single moment, a single act of gratitude? We're reminded of the potency of living in the now; join us as we journey through the Psalms of Thanksgiving, embracing the opportunity to show gratitude and celebrating the beauty of ordinary moments. Like a mesmerizing orchestra performance, we dis…
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Worried? There are other options available.
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What if you could navigate life's unexpected turns with the support of a divine guide, anchoring you amidst the turbulence? This episode illuminates the powerful scriptural teachings from Philippians 4:1-9, pointing us towards a new way of living. We unravel the intentional mention of women in Paul's discourse and its implications for a possible eg…
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Finding Divine Love While Embracing Death and Living In The Present
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Would you believe that embracing the inevitability of death can lead to a deeper sense of peace? What if the path to ultimate contentment is through living wholly in the present? This conversation, centered around the powerful themes of World Communion Sunday, will guide you through these thought-provoking questions. We explore the profound unity i…
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A Deeper Understanding of Divine Favor and Love
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Can you envision your heart expanding with love? Would you believe that a shift in perspective could unlock a richer understanding of God’s divine favor? As local church pastors we’re prepared to guide you on a transformative journey through an exploration of God's abundance, and the power of love. In this spiritually uplifting episode, we unwrap d…
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Have you ever stopped to consider the strength of love against the backdrop of the early church? Imagine a world rich in fellowship, joy, unity, and selfless giving - a world where the actions of Jesus illustrate the transformative power of love. This is the journey we embark on in this episode, revisiting the roots of the church, where believers s…
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Picture yourself standing in the center of love's vast expanse – the love of God, love for self, and love for others. What does it look like? What does it feel like? We journey into these questions and more, showing you how to make self-emptying love an everyday practice and a gift of extraordinary magnitude. We turn the spotlight on the power of G…
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Open your hearts and embark on a journey of enlightenment as we delve into the power of sacred spaces, rituals, and divine love. As we venture into the ancient faith and contemplate God's intention for unity and oneness, we invite you to consider how we can embody divine love for ourselves and each other. Our discussion takes an enlightening turn a…
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Exploring the Power of Unity, Holy Spirit, and God's Love
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What if the power of unity and the sacredness of community could alter the very lens through which we view our lives? This episode brings us together, across vast physical distances, yet intimately connected, as we explore our collective ability to transform the world through love. Our gathering is a testament to the power of connectivity, and we e…
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Renaming Trauma And Redefining Identity:Part 3 of our conversation with Jerry Henderson
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Ever wondered how renaming your traumatic experiences could lead to a transformative journey towards self-empowerment? That's what we're exploring today - the potential to reprogram ourselves, break free from negative self-definitions, and aligning with the divine truth - we are beloved. Join us as we tackle the challenge of believing in our worthi…
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Unraveling the Knots of Shame and Cultivating Self-Love; part 2 of a conversation with Jerry Henderson
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Have you ever wondered why we cling so tightly to beliefs that no longer serve us? In this episode, we share our personal experiences and insights on this transformative journey, we talk about the pitfall of shame, addiction, offering reflections on how to release ourselves from this self-inflicted torment and cultivate self-love instead. Have you …
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Exploring Love, God, and Self: A Conversation with Jerry Henderson. Part 1
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Have you ever wondered what shapes our understanding of love, self, and God? Join us as we take a thought-provoking journey with our dear friend, Jerry Henderson, exploring these complex questions. Our conversation offers an introspective dive into our spiritual journeys, the deconstruction and reconstruction of our beliefs, and the courage it take…
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I'm Angry. Navigating Anger, Vulnerability, and Faith with Brad Nelson Pt.3
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Navigating life's rough seas of anger and vulnerability can be daunting. Drawing from my own experiences and the expert insights of our guest, Brad Nelson, we aim to provide you with a compass to chart this emotional territory. As we journey through these complex landscapes, we underscore the value of recognizing and expressing anger, a process tha…
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I'm Angry, Are You Angry? What Does Our Anger Need? Pt.2
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Here we go....Part 2 of 3 as we venture into the conversation around anger. It seems we talk about anger a lot, sometimes we are angry when we are talking about anger. Other times, we find ourselves curious and compassionate about our human experience. All the times we spend talking gives us pause to consider that there is so much about anger we ha…
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I'm Angry, Are You Angry? A Safe Place For The Anger Incompetent.
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Angry? Are you in relationship with anyone else who is or ever was, this conversation will inspire and quite possibly provoke you. Brad Nelson joins Dennis and Heather and offers a brilliant perspective on the evolution of our understanding of anger and how we are invited to live another way. Trust and Hope are dangerous things. We invite you to li…
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