Best Denver Institute for Faith and Work Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 132: “Put Your People First” – Facilities Management Safety and Environmental Health with Faith Ray of William & Mary 19:13

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Faith Ray is the Facilities Management Environmental Health and Safety Manager at William & Mary where she is passionate about caring for the wellbeing of those that manage the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Faith about her career journey from public health to facilities management and her involvement with the Virginia Chapter of APPA. They …

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Summer Series: Finding Joy When Work Isn't Enjoyable 41:46

6d ago41:46

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Summer is a great time to rest, enjoy the nice weather, and listen to your favorite podcasts. Tune into the Faith & Work Podcast as we kick off a four-part summer series. In these episodes we will be featuring some of our best content filled with practical takeaways and great insights. To kickoff this series we will hear from Shundrawn Thomas, foun…

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Ep. 131: “An FM Love Story” – IFMA and the Power of Facility Management Connections with Lesley Groff, CFM, IFMA Fellow of Pep Boys & Randy Groff, CFM, SFP of Four Seasons Produce 21:24

13d ago21:24

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Lesley Groff, CFM, IFMA Fellow is Facilities Manager at Pep Boys and Randy Groff, CFM, SFP is Director of Facilities and Energy at Four Seasons Produce while they are both passionate about FM and active members of IFMA. Mike Petrusky asks Lesley and Randy about their career journeys, finding each other, and the importance of connecting with a suppo…

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How You Think about Heaven Will Shape Your Work 39:28

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What bearing does our work have in light of eternity? How does our theology of heaven shape the way we show up to the needs of the world in the here and now? Tune in to hear an honest and eye opening conversation with Jordan Raynor, author, speaker, and Executive Chairman of Threshold 360. In this conversation we discuss 'The Great Commission', Hea…

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Ep. 130: “Find What Works” – Adoption, Enablement and Practical Use Cases for Generative AI in Facility Management with James Waddell of Cognitive Corp 20:54

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James Waddell is President and Chief Revenue Officer at Cognitive Corp where he is passionate about transforming the built environment through AI. Recorded live at IFMA’s Facility Fusion in Boston, Mike Petrusky asks James how organizations can adopt AI in FM and enable “AI Champions” who are given free rein to experiment to find what works. James …

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Why Your Imagination Matters to Public Life 48:51

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Join us for our second conversation on Faith In Public Life, featuring Karen Swallow Prior Ph. D., reader, writer, and professor. In this episode we discuss Karen's most recent book, The Evangelical Imagination: How Stories, Images, and Metaphors Created a Culture in Crisis, in which she outlines some of the cultural influences that have shaped our…

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Ep. 129: “Next Gen FM” – Preparing and Inspiring Leaders for the Future of the Built Environment with Audrey Schultz, PhD of Pratt Institute 19:33

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Audrey Schultz, Ph.D. is Chairperson and Professor of Construction Management, Facilities Management & Real Estate Practice Programs at Pratt Institute where she is passionate about the importance of education and innovation in the future of the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Audrey about her philosophy for empowering the next generation of …

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The Servant Lawyer: How Faith Shapes Legal Practice 44:09

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How might the example of Christ as a servant shape the field of law and those who have made justice their profession? These is the types of questions Robert Cochran addresses in his most recent book titled The Servant Lawyer: Facing the Challenges of Christian Faith in Everyday Law Practice. Listen in as Bob shares insights from his career, encoura…

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Ep. 128: “Start with the End in Mind” - An Introduction to Digital Twin Technology with Cassandra Yocum of Autodesk Tandem 18:12

2M ago18:12

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Cassandra Yocum is Technical Marketing Manager at Autodesk Tandem, where she is passionate about educating the AECO industries about the digital twin while using her “very particular set of skills”. Mike Petrusky asks Cassandra about her role as host of The Digital Thread Podcast and they share stories of connection through their experiences as pod…

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The Reach of a College without Walls with President Mordecai Brownlee 40:01

2M ago40:01

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What does it look like to be a faithful presence in the field of education from a leadership level? How can community college help address the labor shortage in the state of CO? Listen in as we interview Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, the sixth President of the Community College of Aurora, as he shares his thoughts on the role that community college can pl…

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Ep. 127: “In Service To Others” – A US Navy Seabee’s Journey from the Military to Facility Management Leadership with Randall Niznick, DCP, FMP of JLL 21:44

2M ago21:44

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Randall Niznick, DCP, FMP is a self-published author and professional services executive working in Corporate Real Estate Services as Senior Director of Operations at JLL. He is passionate about contributing to growth, efficiency, and profitability through exceptional customer relationship management and vendor partnerships. Mike Petrusky asks Rand…

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Spiritual Formation, Politics, & Public Life with Michael Wear 53:06

3M ago53:06

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What is the call of the Christian in this political moment? What do our politics reveal about us and our world? Join us was we embark on a short series titled "Faith In Public Life." For this series we will explore themes related to politics, Christian imagination, and public life. As we enter into an election year it is our hope that we would enga…

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Ep. 126: “Changes Are Coming” – How To Educate Yourself for What’s Next in CRE and Managing the Built Environment with Tom Sicola of Focal Point 19:42

3M ago19:42

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Tom Sicola is an Executive Business and Leadership Coach specializing in CRE operations and engineering, with a particular focus on helping transitioning accounts achieve long-term success. Mike Petrusky asks Tom about his career journey, including over a decade at JLL, and how continuous learning and staying updated with changes in the industry is…

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Better Together: Keys to Male-Female Collaboration (Part Two) 35:44

3M ago35:44

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What does it look like to collaborate well in the workplace? What challenges do men and women face when working together? And how can we as Christian workers strive for a better and more complete picture of redemptive collaboration. In this episode, you will hear from Rebecca Johnson, Sarah Evers, and Darius Wise as we listen to a session from the …

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Better Together: Keys to Male-Female Collaboration (Part One) 42:12

4M ago42:12

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What does it look like to collaborate well in the workplace? What challenges do men and women face when working together? And how can we as Christian workers strive for a better and more complete picture of redemptive collaboration. In this episode, you will hear from Rebecca Johnson, Sarah Evers, and Darius Wise as we listen to session from past y…

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Ep. 125: “They Have This Adaptability” – Preparing the Next Generation of Facility Management Leaders with Deniz Besiktepe, PhD, FMP, ProFM of Purdue University 19:45

3M ago19:45

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Deniz Besiktepe, PhD, FMP, ProFM is an assistant professor in the Purdue University School of Construction Management Technology where she focuses on research interests that include facilities management, building maintenance, condition assessment, decision-making models, and implementing data-driven techniques in the FM area. Mike Petrusky asks De…

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Strengthen Your Leadership through Prayer 39:03

4M ago39:03

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What role can prayer play in an organization? When it comes to leadership how might we implement prayer as a key practice? In today's episode, we share the stage with our sibling podcast Teach Us To Pray hosted by Jeff Hoffmeyer, Denver Institute's VP of Advancement. For this conversation focused on prayer at an organizational level Jeff interviews…

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Ep. 124: “Improve Our Lives” – Building Performance Standards and Energy Efficiency Strategies with Sharon Jaye, D.Ed, SFP of the City and County of Denver 21:33

4M ago21:33

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Sharon Jaye, D.Ed, SFP is Building Performance Policy Manager at the City and County of Denver where she is passionate about leading the team that is implementing Denver's Building Performance Policy for the Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency in the High Performance Buildings and Homes division. Mike Petrusky asks Sharon about…

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How Mortgage Sales Can Change a Life 47:58

5M ago47:58

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What does it look like to bring hope and life to those who are seeking home ownership? In this episode, we hear about a company and an individual who is doing just that - Stephen Phelan, Chief Pastoral Officer at Movement Mortgage. Movement Mortgage is not only addressing system issues in the mortgage lending space but it's also taking an innovativ…

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Ep. 123: “Make Better Decisions” – Autodesk University, AI, Facilities Data and the Building Life Cycle with Fred Kraus of Eptura™ 20:46

5M ago20:46

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Fred Kraus is VP of Product at Eptura™ where he is a software product strategist, product management leader, and workplace technology expert. Recorded live in Las Vegas during Autodesk University 2023, Mike Petrusky asks Fred about the use of AI and data in improving decision-making and efficiency in asset management and facilities operations. They…

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Does the Bible Really Tell Us to Work Shrewdly? 46:20

5M ago46:20

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What does it mean to be shrewd? Does the Bible really tell us to work in this way? In this episode, we discuss Luke 16 The Parable of the Shrewd Manager, and learn more about how this quality can inform our work. Listen in as we hear from guest speaker and longtime friend of Denver Institute, Dr. Ryan Tafilowski. Ryan currently serves as assistant …

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Ep. 122: “Technology Coming Together” – Digital Twins for Facility Management with Peter Costanzo of ROI Consulting Group 19:26

5M ago19:26

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Peter Costanzo is Director at ROI Consulting Group where he is passionate about delivering workplace technology solutions that optimize operations, streamline processes, and increase the accuracy of data to reduce costs. Recorded live in Las Vegas during Autodesk University 2023, Mike Petrusky asks Peter about how the latest FM technology is expect…

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Are You Addicted to Productivity? 45:04

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As we start the new year, it can be easy to get wrapped up in setting new goals and intentions, implementing life hacks, and recording plans for all you can accomplish this coming year. But how might we begin to reflect on our relationship with productivity in a world where we are rewarded for our non-stop activity? And what does scripture teach us…

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Ep. 121: “The Greatest Opportunity” – Exploring FM Technologies at IFMA’s IT Community with Ted Ritter, IFMA Fellow and Geoff Williams CFM, FMP, SFP, IFMA Fellow 25:04

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Ted Ritter, IFMA Fellow is Principal at LMI360, a sales and marketing organization focused on commercial service and technology providers that support the commercial built environment. Geoff Williams, CFM, FMP, SFP, IFMA Fellow is Principal Owner at GDW Facility Management Consulting and Training where he is passionate about enabling organizations …

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Working from the Inside Out 43:05

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The internal health of our lives deeply affects who we are becoming and the quality of work we can offer to the world. So how do we practice emotional and vocational health in our lives, and what might it look like? In this episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, we discuss Denver Institute's founder Jeff Haanen's newest book Working from the Inside O…

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Ep. 120: “It’s About Asking Questions” – Asset Management Insights from Autodesk University with Matt Davoren of CADD Microsystems, Inc. 21:12

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Matt Davoren is President & C.O.O. at CADD Microsystems, Inc. where he is focused on using technology to better our lives - one solution at a time. Recorded live in Las Vegas during Autodesk University 2023, Mike Petrusky asks Matt about his experiences, views on technology, and his believe in the importance of continuous learning in the asset and …

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Leading a Lifestyle of Generosity 52:53

7M ago52:53

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What does it look like to live a life of generosity? What are some simple ways to make your investments have a lasting and powerful impact on the world? Listen in as we hear from Eric Most, President of the National Christian Foundation Rocky Mountains and a current Denver Institute board member. In this episode, Eric Most outlines some common givi…

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Ep. 119: “On My Way To Work” – Introducing A New Video Series Available Exclusively On YouTube with Podcast Host Mike Petrusky 3:04

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Follow this link to watch Mike Petrusky and his guests on the new video series “On My Way To Work”: https://youtu.be/cXYDv-AYY0A More from Eptura™ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Eptura Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/…

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Ep. 118: “You Are Not Alone” – The Power of FM Credentials from IFMA’s 2023 Emerging Professional of the Year with Richard Gunpat, CFM, FMP, SFP of the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago 17:59

7M ago17:59

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Richard Gunpat, CFM, FMP, SFP is a facilities and asset management leader with over twenty years of experience in engineering, energy consulting, and aviation, with many credentials across multiple disciplines. He is a Mechanical Engineer for the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago and was recently recognized as IFMA’s 2023 Emerging Professio…

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Mathematics for Human Flourishing 40:54

7M ago40:54

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How can the subject of math be a source of human flourishing? Find out as we interview Francis Su, PhD, Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics. Francis Su writes about the dignity of human beings and the wonder of mathematical teaching. He is a Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a former president of the Mathematical Associati…

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ENCORE: Asset Management “Mega-Trends” with Susan Clarke of Autodesk (AC Ep 98) 21:48

7M ago21:48

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Susan Clarke is Senior Manager of Building Operations Strategy at Autodesk where she is focused on supporting her team’s expansion into operations including the recently formed strategic alliance between Autodesk and Eptura. Recorded live in London, Mike Petrusky asks Susan about the “mega-trends” and technologies impacting the built environment as…

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Does Faith Have a Place in Corporate Life? 37:45

8M ago37:45

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Does faith have a place in corporate life? For some, this question can be one of tension, anxiety, or uncertainty. In today's conversation, we hear from Craig Carter, who worked in financial systems and analytics at Intel for 25 years and played an instrumental role in establishing faith-based employee resource groups within the corporation. Listen…

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Ep. 117: “Time is the Most Valuable Thing” – Being Open to Change to Make Progress in Facility Management with Lyle D. Gladney, CFM, FMP, CPMM of Clairmont Oaks 20:44

8M ago20:44

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Lyle D. Gladney, CFM, FMP, CPMM is a Facilities Professional with a passion for caring for people and assets in his role as Building Operations Director at Claremont Oaks in Atlanta, GA. Mike Petrusky asks Lyle to share stories and experiences from his FM journey and he emphasizes the value of effective time management and the need to embrace chang…

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How a Leading Retailer Builds a Culture of Love 48:36

8M ago48:36

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What does it look like to lead in your industry and be known distinctly as a "practitioner of love?" In today's episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, we hear from an expert who is leading the way - Jasmine Bellamy, VP of Merchandising, Planning, and Allocation at a major retailer. Jasmine is also the founder of Love 101 Ministries and is finishing a…

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Ep. 116: “Embrace That Framework” – ISO 55001: Asset Management's “Gold Standard” with Maureen Roskoski of FEA 20:08

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Maureen Roskoski is Vice President and Associate at FEA where she is passionate about helping organizations achieve greater energy efficiency, long term resilience planning, and operational excellence. Mike Petrusky invited Maureen back to the podcast for the third time in recent months to complete the “trilogy” of FEA broadcasts about asset-relate…

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What's Next: Life for Cities (Part 3) 39:40

8M ago39:40

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In this episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, we wrap up our 3 part series with "What's Next: Life for Cities." In this episode, Ross Chapman and Brian Gray interview old friend, Dave Runyon, Executive Director of CityUnite. Listen in as they discuss some practical ways Christians can be for their city, through their work.…

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What's Next: Work & the Church (Part 2) 45:18

9M ago45:18

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Denver Institute has launched into its next season under the leadership of CEO, Ross Chapman. In this episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, we continue our 3 part series with "What's Next: Work & the Church." In this episode, we hear from pastors Neil Long and Phil Heller, who reflect on how they learned about the importance of faith & work integrat…

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Ep. 115: “Purpose Behind The Space” – The Evolution of Facility Management and the Workplace with Wendy Libert, CFM of American Institutes for Research 18:54

9M ago18:54

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Wendy Libert is Senior Facilities Manager in the Workplace Management Group at the American Institutes for Research (AIR) where she is passionate about expanding the role of FM professionals to impact the organization's mission, vision, and culture. Mike Petrusky asks Wendy to share her FM career journey and describe how her profession has grown to…

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When Faith Wavers (Psalm 77) - Anthony Warnes

9M ago

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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The Songs of Ascent (Psalms 128 - 134) - John Moore

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Loving God’s Word (Psalm 119) - Michael Hite

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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God’s Care for the Afflicted (Psalm 102) - Brad McNutt

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Making God Your Help in Times of Trouble (Psalm 46) - Jonathan Moore

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Betrayed, but Sustained (Psalms 52, 54 & 55) - Wayne Jones

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Psalms of Trust (e.g. Psalms 27, 31 & 32) - Hi Jones

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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A Song for the Home (Psalm 127) - Eddie Parrish

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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The Psalms in Defense of Christ in the Sermon to the Hebrews - Dan Owen

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Covenant in the Psalms - Jonathan Moore

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Youth Session - The Influencer’s Influence - Parker LaGrange

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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Women In the Word - A Dive into Bible Marking - Teri Autrey

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“So the LORD commanded us to observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God for our good always and for our survival, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 6:24). It is clear to us that today’s world is filled with problems. Satan, as the “ruler of this world” (John 12:31; 14:30) has succeeded in diluting the minds and corrupting the hearts. Meanwhile…

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