Best Pursued By A Bear Podcasts (2024)

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Spreading Hope on the Island of Carriacou 26:05

35m ago26:05

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This week, hear directly from residents of Carriacou, who are picking up the pieces after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Kaitlyn Josten was on the ground from the beginning of the response. She spoke with beneficiaries, pastors, and Samaritan’s Purse partners about how they are finding hope in the heartache. Resources: Read more about the medi…

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94 - Gallic Wars 4: Amphibious Assault 57:30

38m ago57:30

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Caesar crosses two major bodies of water (and he hasn’t even gotten to the Rubicon yet), in part 4 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar ent…

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Bearing Each Other's Burdens: Liberia Ebola Response Part 2 26:14

20m ago26:14

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When they didn’t feel like they could take another step, the Samaritan’s Purse team fighting Ebola in Liberia encouraged each other with Scripture. The verses they shared suddenly became a lifeline even though they had heard them countless times over the years. Kristy Graham talked with John Freyler and Dr. Lance Plyler about how they were able to …

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93 - Gallic Wars 3: Caesar At Sea 1:07:12

11d ago1:07:12

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Cost of Glory Ecuador event Aug 22-25: for more info & links read this post. Caesar faces enemies at home and on sea, in part 3 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history m…

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Remembering the Liberia Ebola Response: 10 Years Later 25:39

18m ago25:39

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Ten years ago, Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia. Kristy Graham spoke with our staff who were on the ground from the beginning about their experiences fighting the deadly disease and the suffering they witnessed daily. Hear from the hearts of our team members about how they witnessed God’s faithfulness even as they walked…

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Goodness of God: Hurricane Beryl Response 26:18

1d ago26:18

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Hurricane Beryl roared through the Caribbean, leaving total destruction in its wake. On Grenada’s Carriacou Island, nearly all structures were destroyed. Less than 24 hours after the storm hit, Samaritan’s Purse began serving those in desperate need of help and hope. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Kaitlyn Josten, who joined the first w…

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The Next Generation of Volunteers: U.S. Disaster Relief 26:20

8d ago26:20

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Volunteers are the lifeblood of Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, and the next generation is here to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ when homeowners are at their lowest. In this week’s episode, Bruce Poss with North American Ministries shared how he has seen God’s faithfulness through this next generation of servant leaders. Krist…

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The NORSE Institute: A Mother’s Loss Drives Awareness and Research into a Devastating Form of Epilepsy 34:10

14d ago34:10

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After losing her son to a sudden and devastating form of epilepsy, Nora Wong founded the NORSE Institute to raise awareness and fund research. The post The NORSE Institute: A Mother’s Loss Drives Awareness and Research into a Devastating Form of Epilepsy appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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92 - Gallic Wars 2: Conspiracy 51:46

27d ago51:46

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Caesar almost loses it all, in part 2 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar entered Gaul as a mere politician. He returned 9 years later as …

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Season 3 Episode 6 NFL Topics: Mike McCarthy Getting Tired of Jerry Jones. NFL losing Sunday Ticket Lawsuit May Pay Fans Back. Aaron Rodgers Skipping Mini Camp a Big Deal? Should Teams Not Pay Too Dollar ... 1:02:39

11d ago1:02:39

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NFL Topics: Mike McCarthy Getting Tired of Jerry Jones. NFL losing Sunday Ticket Lawsuit May Pay Fans Back. Aaron Rodgers Skipping Mini Camp a Big Deal? Should Teams Not Pay Too Dollar To Star Players? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig 25:14

22d ago25:14

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Kristy Graham talks with Pastor Skip Heitzig, who pastors Calvary Church in Albuquerque and serves on the board of directors of Samaritan’s Purse. Pastor Skip shares how he came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and talks about what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham, witnessing Samaritan’s Purse projects in action…

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91 - Gallic Wars 1: Caesar's Chance 1:26:25

1M ago1:26:25

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The beginning of a new series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic Wars (De Bello Gallico). It’s a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller. Caesar entered Gaul as a mere politician. He returned 9 years later as a conqueror - and an ene…

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An Anchor of Hope: Brazil Flood Response 26:19

2M ago26:19

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In response to major flooding across southern Brazil last month, Samaritan's Purse sent a Disaster Assistance Response Team to help in Jesus’ Name. Hear stories from Leslie Klein, a member of our Disaster Assistance Response Team, and testimonies from pastors on the ground, who have witnessed the body of Christ come together in the wake of this tra…

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90 - Heroes are Dangerous: Rousseau & Nietzsche with Johnathan Bi 1:20:36

2M ago1:20:36

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Johnathan Bi left success in the startup world to focus on researching the deep ideas that power the world, and has recently launched his series on the Great Books of the West, starting with his lecture on Nietzsche. In this episode: What is Rousseau’s impact on the world? Johnathan’s Journey towards the Great Thinkers and their Books The Duality o…

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89 - A Manual for Greatness — with Johnny Burtka 59:57

2M ago59:57

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An interview with Johnny Burtka, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. He is a graduate of Hillsdale College, and his most recent book is titled “Gateway to Statesmanship—Selections from Xenophon to Churchill”. In this episode: The Mirrors for Princes tradition Obstacles as a Ladder to Greatness The Pot…

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The Sudden and Life-Altering Impact of Adult-Onset Epilepsy 34:43

1M ago34:43

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Jon Tuteur shares his journey with adult onset epilepsy. From his first seizure at age thirty, through his epilepsy diagnosis, treatment, and eventual brain surgery, Jon discuses the physical and emotional impacts of seizures, medications, diagnostic tests, and medical procedures The post The Sudden and Life-Altering Impact of Adult-Onset Epilepsy …

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Leading in Humble Confidence: Israel 26:18

2M ago26:18

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John Silkman, the country coordinator for Samaritan’s Purse in Israel, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he strives to walk in humble confidence and reliance on the Lord as he leads in a complex, tense region of the world. John shared what he is seeing on the ground in Israel and how Samaritan’s Purse programs build bridges in communities, providi…

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88 - Mysteries of the Scrolls — with Nat Friedman 57:14

2M ago57:14

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An interview with Nat Friedman, former CEO of GitHub and creator of the Vesuvius Challenge, which aims to crack the riddles of the Herculaneum Papyri. In this episode: The Genesis of the Vesuvius Challenge Early Attempts to Open the Scrolls Using a Particle Accelerator to Scan the Scrolls! Partnering with Daniel Gross and Brent Seales Nat’s Childho…

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One Week in Alaska 26:14

2M ago26:14

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For 17 weeks every summer, military veterans and their spouses are invited to Operation Heal Our Patriots for a week-long marriage retreat. Kristy Graham takes listeners behind-the-scenes to experience what these military couples do day by day, immersing them in what life is like at Samaritan Lodge Alaska. Hear how the Lord transforms marriages thr…

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87 - Pursuing Greatness — with Pano Kanelos 50:39

2M ago50:39

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An interview with Pano Kanelos, the founding president of the University of Austin and the former President of St. John’s College, Annapolis. In this episode: How founding a university is like running a diner The flourishing of American universities in the 19th century How old philosophers were men of action The Intellectual Foundations Program at …

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Our Ultimate Healer 26:10

2M ago26:10

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God is our ultimate healer—He can heal physically and, more importantly, spiritually. Samaritan's Purse medical staff and volunteers treat people’s physical conditions, and they also share the love of Christ. Hear from members of our medical staff who have led teams providing cleft lip and cataract surgeries in remote corners of the world, served i…

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86 - Pompey: Aftermath, Comparison w/ Spartan King Agesilaus 40:04

3M ago40:04

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In which we follow the lead of Plutarch and study Pompey's character and analyze what we can learn from the life of Pompey the Great, by comparing him to King Agesilaus of Sparta, whom Plutarch paired him with. Sources and Further Reading for the Life of Pompey: John Leach, Pompey the Great: https://amzn.to/3UxOsW8 Robin Seager, Pompey: a Political…

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The Greatest Love 26:20

2M ago26:20

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Parenting is a challenge, and when faced with a crumbling economy and healthcare system, expecting mothers in Venezuela felt helpless. A Samaritan’s Purse maternal-child health clinic near the Colombia-Venezuela border provides much-needed medical attention for moms and babies. While at the clinic, these families are cared for by doctors and chapla…

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Season 3 Episode 5 NFL Topics: Atlanta Falcons Drafting Penix. Good Or Bad Idea? Did NY Giants Ruin Their Draft By Not Taking a Quarterback? Did The Bills Ruin Their Draft Again? Ezekiel Elliott Back ... 35:50

3M ago35:50

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NFL Topics Atlanta Falcons Drafting Penix. Good Or Bad Idea? Did NY Giants Ruin Their Draft By Not Taking a Quarterback? Did The Bills Ruin Their Draft Again? Ezekiel Elliott Back To Cowboys A Big Help? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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Older Adults and Epilepsy: the Causes, the Signs, and the Treatments 28:27

3M ago28:27

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Dr. Laura O’Dwyer discusses the fastest growing segment of people living with epilepsy, adults over 65 years old. Dr. O’Dwyer provides an overview of the causes of epilepsy in older adults, the subtle signs to look for, and the importance The post Older Adults and Epilepsy: the Causes, the Signs, and the Treatments appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.…

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85 - Pompey III: Fields of Pharsalus 1:59:40

3M ago1:59:40

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Life of Pompey Part 3 of 3: Pompey's final rise to the heights of Roman power, his war with his friend Julius Caesar, and his final downfall. People: (M. Tullius) Cicero (Titus Pomponius) Atticus C. Julius Caesar Cn. Pompeius Magnus (Pompey) Julia, Caesar's Daughter (M. Licinius) Crassus (L. Domitius) Ahenobarbus - Optimate Stalwart (Cos. 54) (M. P…

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Jesus Pursues You 24:26

3M ago24:26

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Dr. Ed Carns has served in the far corners of the world with Samaritan’s Purse both with World Medical Mission and the Disaster Assistance Response Team. He shares his testimony of how God used people in his life to point him to Christ and encourage him in his faith. The stories he shares with Kristy Graham demonstrate how God pursues each person i…

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Season 3 Episode 4 NFL Topics: Predicting NFL Draft Picks 1-10 What Team Should Trade Up In NFL Draft? Who Should NY Jets Pick at 9th Pick? Should Caleb Williams Be 1st Overall? Should Dallas Cowboys ... 39:29

3M ago39:29

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NFL Topics Predicting NFL Draft Picks 1-10 What Team Should Trade Up In NFL Draft? Who Should NY Jets Pick at 9th Pick? Should Caleb Williams Be 1st Overall? Should Dallas Cowboys Trade Up In NFL Draft? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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Building Resiliency in Christ 25:42

3M ago25:42

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Bev Kauffeldt has served with Samaritan’s Purse around the world for more than two decades. Her life experience internationally coupled with her own testimony and cancer diagnosis have taught her to rely on God for strength daily. Bev candidly shares about failure and how it has taught her to rely on Christ. Resources: Find out more about the Samar…

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Season 3 Episode 3 NFL Topics: Buffalo Bills Ruining Their 2024 Season? Dallas Cowboys Getting Tired Of Micah Parsons! Tom Brady Says He Wouldn't Rule Out A Comeback If A Team Needs Him Late In Season ... 48:19

3M ago48:19

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NFL Topics: Buffalo Bills Ruining Their 2024 Season? Dallas Cowboys Getting Tired Of Micah Parsons! Tom Brady Says He Wouldn't Rule Out A Comeback If A Team Needs Him Late In Season. Who Would Be A Team To Trade Up For A Quarterback In NFL Draft? Senate Wants To Pass A Bill To Remove College Player Prop Bets. Can This Affect NFL? Support the Show.…

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Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word 26:15

4M ago26:15

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Scripture is alive and active, and no matter the circumstances we face in life, God’s Word can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ. This week, we are taking you behind the scenes to Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions where Randy Bishop talks about the history of the English Bible and how impor…

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84 - Pompey II: Empire of Venus 1:49:26

3M ago1:49:26

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Pompey becomes Rome’s greatest conqueror, and empire builder, but faces even greater trials back home in Rome. People Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, "Pompey the Great" Sulla Felix, the Dictator Pompey The Pirates Posidonius the Stoic Mithridates VI Eupator, King of Pontus Lucius Licinius Lucullus Cicero, the Orator Manilius, the Tribune Julius Caesar Theo…

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One Woman’s Epilepsy Journey Through Childhood, Parenting, Discrimination, and Surgery 36:57

4M ago36:57

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This month on Seizing Life® author Laura Beretsky shares her decades-long journey with epilepsy chronicled in her recent memoir Seizing Control. The post One Woman’s Epilepsy Journey Through Childhood, Parenting, Discrimination, and Surgery appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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Season 3 Episode 2 NFL Topics: Can Players Select Their Team Before NFL Draft? Should Caleb Williams Not Commit To Bears? Should Dallas Cowboys Draft A Quarterback? Are Steelers In Trouble With Russell ... 43:08

4M ago43:08

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Topics: Can Players Select Their Team Before NFL Draft? Should Caleb Williams Not Commit To Bears? Should Dallas Cowboys Draft A Quarterback? Are Steelers In Trouble With Russell Wilson and Justin Fields? Is Robert Selah Boom Or Bust This Season? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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Hope Is Where the Healing Starts 25:58

4M ago25:58

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God is our hope and our ever-present help in trouble, but there are times when our circumstances seem impossible. For some families in countries with minimal health resources, their children suffer from an untreatable condition: a heart defect. This is where Children’s Heart Project steps in to provide life-changing heart surgery, and God works in …

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Season 3 Episode 1 NFL Topics: 1. New Kick Off Rule. Good or Bad? 2. HBO Hard Knocks to Feature 4 teams (One Division) To Be Fair and Distribute Distraction. 3. Peacock Will Stream Second NFL Game. Should ... 57:00

4M ago57:00

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NFL Topics: 1. New Kick Off Rule. Good or Bad? 2. HBO Hard Knocks to Feature 4 teams (One Division) To Be Fair and Distribute Distraction. 3. Peacock Will Stream Second NFL Game. Should Fans Go On Strike? 4. NFL Bans Hip-Drop Tackle. Is The NFL Getting Too Soft? 5. Cowboys and Dak Prescott Mutually Agree To Not Work on Extension. Thoughts? Support …

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The Heart of a Country Director 26:13

4M ago26:13

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Country directors play a key role in leading and carrying out the mission of Samaritan’s Purse in our 15 country offices around the world. They work to ensure the passion for the Gospel stays at the forefront of everything their office engages in—from preventing human trafficking to providing clean water. Kristy Graham spoke to Edward Densham, the …

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83 - Pompey I: Kid Butcher 1:23:27

4M ago1:23:27

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Pompey, the Great. Part 1 of 3. Pompey's rise to become one of Rome's greatest generals - before he's even old enough to hold office. How he got the nickname of "Kid Butcher" or "The Butcher Boy". Thanks to our Sponsor, Intercollegiate Studies Institute! www.isi.org Key Names: Agesilaus of Sparta Julius Caesar Alexander the Great Pompeius STRABO (f…

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The Transforming Power of the Gospel: Operation Heal Our Patriots 26:19

5M ago26:19

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Operation Heal Our Patriots transforms lives and gives veterans and their spouses hope in Jesus Christ. This week-long marriage retreat in Alaska provides military couples with Biblical training and Godly counsel, but the ministry does not stop there—Operation Heal Our Patriots walks with these couples for life. Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground…

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Helping Vulnerable Women Feel Seen and Loved 26:14

5M ago26:14

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Samaritan’s Purse protection programing around the world helps vulnerable women and girls experience God’s love in tangible ways by creating safer communities built on the foundation of Christ. Kristy Graham talked to Monica Napier, the global protection technical advisor, about her passion for this important work and her recent trip to Niger. Kris…

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A Nurse’s Knowledge & A Mother’s Love Leads to Son’s Life-Changing Brain Surgery 34:21

5M ago34:21

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A mother uses her nursing knowledge to advocate for her son’s epilepsy care and surgery. The post A Nurse’s Knowledge & A Mother’s Love Leads to Son’s Life-Changing Brain Surgery appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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Season 2 Episode 43 NFL Topics: Broncos Inform Russell Wilson He Will Be Released. Where should he go? NFL Trying To Expand To 18 games. Should They? Falcons Pursuing Cousins and Justin Fields. Who ... 52:16

5M ago52:16

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NFL Topics: Broncos Inform Russell Wilson He Will Be Released. Where should he go? NFL Trying To Expand To 18 games. Should They? Falcons Pursuing Cousins and Justin Fields. Who should they get? Who's A Better Quarterback Justin Fields or Kirk Cousins? Should Dak Prescott Be The Highest Paid Quarterback? Is Sean Payton A Good Coach? Top Free Agents…

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Serving as a Spouse in Ministry 24:48

5M ago24:48

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Joy Dagher is a devoted wife, mother, and ambassador for Christ, who has chosen to cling to the promises of God in all circumstances. Joy and her husband, Sami Dagher, who was featured in our last episode, have spent their lives sharing the Good News in dangerous places while also raising a family. Kristy Graham asked Joy about her life as a spouse…

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82 - How to Tell a Flatterer From a Friend 31:01

5M ago31:01

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Check out Ralston College's FUNDED MA program: https://www.ralston.ac/humanities-ma ! ...Plutarch offers some advice on how to choose your friends, and how to be a good one. Examples include Alexander the Great, Cato, Carneades, Plato, Dionysius the Tyrant, and more. (Here depicted: the monument of Philopappus in Athens, to whom Plutarch's essay is…

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Season 2 Episode 42 NFL Topics: Jimmy Johnson Back On Cowboys Staff? Is Mike Zimmer The Cowboys Savior? Should The Bears Keep Or Trade Justin Fields? What Is Justin Fields Worth? Is NFL Combine Important ... 29:54

5M ago29:54

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Topics: Jimmy Johnson Back On Cowboys Staff? Is Mike Zimmer The Cowboys Savior? Should The Bears Keep Or Trade Justin Fields? What Is Justin Fields Worth? Is NFL Combine Important? Most Critical Player To Be Franchised? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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Ministering in the Hard Places 24:59

6M ago24:59

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Pastor Sami Dagher has served the Lord for decades in hard places that are not open to the Gospel. On a recent visit to international headquarters, Kristy Graham asked Sami about his work in ministry, topics like prayer and discipleship, and how the Lord brought about his life verse. Sami is full of wisdom and, though his life has not been easy, he…

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Season 2 Episode 41 NFL Topics: NFL Topics Is Patrick Mahomes At Tom Brady’s Level? Are 49ers Cursed? Who’s At Fault of 49ers Loss? Extras Demarcus Lawrence Says Cowboys Lost Because They Burned Out ... 39:59

6M ago39:59

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NFL Topics Is Patrick Mahomes At Tom Brady’s Level? Are 49ers Cursed? Who’s At Fault of 49ers Loss? Extras Demarcus Lawrence Says Cowboys Lost Because They Burned Out. Thoughts? Report: Rex Ryan maybe Cowboys new Defensive coordinator. Thoughts? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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81 - Spartacus — with Barry Strauss 51:08

6M ago51:08

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An interview with Barry Strauss, Spartacus expert, and author of The Spartacus War In this episode: -How Spartacus' Slave revolt almost failed in its early stages -Overcoming short term thinking as a leader -Spartacus' influence on modern leadersBy Alex Petkas

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From Emergency Detour to Miracle Story 26:01

5M ago26:01

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Francis, a young boy born with a heart defect, was in desperate need of surgery. When Children's Heart Project approved Francis to receive this life-saving procedure at a partner hospital in the Cayman Islands, it was a burden lifted. Francis and the team were en route to the hospital until the plans changed abruptly—there was an emergency during t…

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Season 2 Episode 40 NFL Topics: 49ers Believe They Are Being Sabotaged For Poor Field Practice! Should Dak Prescott Be Traded? Is Brock Purdy Elite If He Wins Super Bowl? Patrick Mahomes Father Arrested ... 46:33

6M ago46:33

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NFL Topics 49ers Believe They Are Being Sabotaged For Poor Field Practice! Should Dak Prescott Be Traded? Is Brock Purdy Elite If He Wins Super Bowl ? Extras Patrick Mahomes Father Arrested For DUI, Will This Distract Mahomes? Super Bowl Only for The Rich? Support the Show.By Andy, Yams, Aaron

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