Sweetwater Christian Church is a vibrant community of believers located in Sugar Land, TX. We are a Jesus-centered and Kingdom-focused congregation.
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Find the Uplift messages here, from the First Colony Church of Christ in Sugar Land, Texas. Find us at firstcolonychurch.org.
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Find the Sunday messages here, from the First Colony Church of Christ in Sugar Land, Texas. Find us at firstcolonychurch.org.
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And we are The Non-Prophets!... airing on the first and third Sunday of every month, starting at 3:00 PM Central (01:30-03:00 UTC) on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thenonprophetsaca. The Non-Prophets focuses on atheism and the separation of church and state. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.
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Dare to Raise Daniels is a podcast of the First Colony Church of Christ, in Sugar Land, Texas, inspiring parents to disciple their kids and lead them to healthy relationships with Jesus. Find us at firstcolonychurch.org.
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We launch this Podcast with Columbus’ arrival to the “New World.” This event issued forth the “Age of Discovery.” Although we were taught Columbus was in search of spices, he was actually sailing under 15th century Papal edicts known as the Doctrines of Christian Discovery [DOCD]. Following the fall of Constantinople, these Papal Bulls were issued to legitimate Portugal’s exploits in extracting gold in West Africa and capturing slaves. By 1492, the Transatlantic slave trade began with Columb ...
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Real life, real talk with Ryan and Sara Delling and friends.
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From 9/15/24By First Colony Church of Christ
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From 9/8/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Christians Deny Faith, Rebranding the Doctrine
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Stand to Reason, By Greg Koukl, on August 1, 2024 https://www.str.org/w/it-s-time-to-forget-faith- In this discussion, Greg Koukl proposes a redefinition of "faith" to better align with rational and evidence-based thinking. Koukl suggests that faith should be understood as "confident convictions based on good reasons" rather than as mere belief wit…
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The Good Thing About Boundaries | Kyle Strickland
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Kyle teaches from the book of Romans on boundaries.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Women's Health Neglected in Texas. Again.
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El Paso mom won’t get damages for unexpected pregnancy after believing her tubes were tied KERA News, By Toluwani Osibamowo, on May 10, 2024 https://www.keranews.org/health-wellness/2024-05-10/el-paso-mother-medical-negligence-texas-supreme-court Texas GOP Wants a Horrifying Punishment for Abortion, IVF Patients The New Republic by Ellie Quinlan Ho…
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Devoted / Acts 2:42 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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Are Conservatives Losing the Culture Wars?
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Are Republicans losing the culture wars? Politico, By Juan Perez Jr, on 2024-08-24 https://www.politico.com/news/2024/08/24/republicans-culture-war-races-00176166 In a recent discussion about the culture wars and their impact on the Republican Party, several key points emerged. The conversation, which took place on August 24, 2024, highlights how c…
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Kentucky’s Amendment 2: Taxpayer Dollars for Religious Schools
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If Amendment 2 passes, Kentucky would waste taxpayer dollars on religious schools The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on 2024-08-28 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/if-amendment-2-passes-kentucky-would The proposal to amend Kentucky's constitution seeks to introduce a voucher system, allowing public funds to support private, predominantly relig…
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Ryan Walters: New Student Test Results Show a Surprising Shift
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Ryan Walters confirms new student test results are ‘very different’ Oklahoman, By Nuria Martinez-Keel, on 2024-08-23https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/08/23/ryan-walters-oklahoma-osde-student-test-score-changes/74917784007/ Proposed education rules' real purpose is to shut down Oklahoma schools, create chaos Oklahoman, By Rep. Melissa Proven…
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S05E02: Exploring the Legacy of Vine Deloria Jr. on Native American Thought with Philip Deloria
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Discover the transformative power of Native American thought and religious studies in our conversation with the esteemed Philip Deloria. Learn about the profound legacy of Vine Deloria Jr., whose influential works like God is Red have shaped the academic and theological landscapes. As we uncover the Deloria family's rich heritage of Indigenous advo…
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Kyle teaches from Philippians on joy.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Another Leader Quits Gateway Church Over 'Moral Issue'
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Gateway Church exodus: Another leader out at Texas megachurch over 'moral issue' USA TODAY, By Jonathan Limehouse, on 2024-08-22 https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/08/22/gateway-church-kemtal-glasgow/74909722007/ The situation surrounding the moral failings at one of Texas's largest megachurches, Gateway Church, has recently come to li…
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A Tale of Two Gentiles / Mark 7:24-37 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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10 Things Scientists Can't Explain and Attribute to God Savvy Dime, By James Dorman, on August 19, 2024 https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/10-things-scientists-can-t-explain-and-attribute-to-god The discussion dives into a critique of a misleading article that claims science cannot explain various mysteries, thus attributing them to divine i…
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After the end of Roe, a new beginning for maternity homes AP News , By TIffany Stanley, on August 2, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/abortion-maternity-homes-catholic-evangelical-roe-f455da4fd46c195246df43bc6dd16a67 The discussion delves into the resurgence of maternity homes across the United States, particularly following the reversal of Roe v. W…
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23.35.2New College Dumps Books, Guts Gender Diversity Library
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New College of Florida tosses hundreds of library books, empties gender diversity library Sarasota Herald-Tribune, By Steven Walker, on August 15, 2024 https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/education/2024/08/15/new-college-of-florida-throws-away-hundreds-of-library-books-diversity-lgbtq/74814756007/ The discussion brings to light the alarming is…
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From 9/1/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Straining Toward Healing: A Biblical Approach to Processing Trauma | Kyle Strickland
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Kyle teaches on a biblical approach to processing trauma. Video credit to the following: NBC Sports for their video "Quincy Hall DIGS DEEP in comeback win to take 400m gold medal | Paris Olympics | NBC Sports". Watch it here: https://youtu.be/9n5qEKIW5DQ?si=c2xPUPzITfRfA_zY KSHB 41 for their video "Quincy Hall's family watches him win gold in 400M …
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Pastors Urged to Start Private Schools on Taxpayers' Dime
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Christian pastors were told to start private schools since taxpayers would foot the bill The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on August 16, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/christian-pastors-were-told-to-start In Florida, the expansion of religious school vouchers has raised significant concerns about the state's education budget and the ro…
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Favor God's Words / Mark 7:1-23 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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Winged Victory: Olympic Angel Myth Busted
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What does the winged victory of Samothrace represent? Internet debunks 'headless angel' at the Olympics claim Sportskeeda, By Karishma Rao, on August 12, 2024 https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/news-what-winged-victory-samothrace-represent-headless-angel-olympics-claim-debunked The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.34.4 featuring Cynthia, Phil the Skep…
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Ignoring racism won’t fix racism: A response to Robyn Blumner's misguided essay The Friendly Atheist, By Bakari Chavanu and Hemant Mehta, on Aug 13, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/ignoring-racism-wont-fix-racism-a Bakari Shabanu, a Black atheist humanist, critiques Robert Blumer's editorial on secular humanism and the notion of a colorblind…
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Lawsuit: Woman Recalls Abuse at Age 3 in Michigan Church
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Woman recalls alleged sexual abuse at age 3 in Michigan church, lawsuit saysNBC News, By Erik Ortiz, on August 13, 2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/woman-recalls-alleged-sexual-abuse-age-3-michigan-church-lawsuit-says-rcna165569 The discussion unfolds around the heartbreaking tale of a woman who recalls experiencing sexual abuse at the age…
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Richard Dawkins Caught Lying About Boxer, Then Cries Censorship
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Richard Dawkins lied about the Algerian boxer, then lied about Facebook censoring him The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on Aug 11, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/richard-dawkins-lied-about-the-algerian Richard Dawkins, known for his influential writings on atheism and evolution, recently sparked controversy with comments on Twitter reg…
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S05E01: Bridging History and Today: Religion, Law, and Indigenous Influences in American Democracy with Winifred Sullivan
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How have universities become the focal point of inclusive religious dialogue? Join us for a captivating episode as we converse with Winifred Sullivan, a professor at Indiana University, who brings a wealth of experience from her dual careers in law and academia. Learn about her pivotal role at the Center for Religion and the Human, where diverse vo…
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From 8/25/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Hard to Stomach / John 6:56-69 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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US Public Schools: The New Religious Battleground
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How US Public Schools Became a New Religious Battleground US News/Reuthers, By Liya Cui and Joseph Ax, on Aug. 7, 2024 https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2024-08-07/how-us-public-schools-became-a-new-religious-battleground In a discussion centering on the tension between religion and public education in the United States, the core theme …
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Tractors are coming for “Woke” Motorcycles
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Inside Robby Starbuck's anti-DEI war on Tractor Supply, John Deere and Harley-Davidson US Today, by Jessica Guynn, on Aug. 2, 2024 https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/08/02/robby-starbuck-harley-davidson-john-deere-dei/74608637007/ The discussion delves into the recent activism of a conservative figure who has initiated a boycott against Harl…
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Kyle teaches on the importance of mourning and grieving as told in scripture.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Anti-Trans Texas Pastor Busted in Undercover Sex Sting
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Anti-trans Texas pastor arrested after paying undercover cop for sex The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on Aug 05, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/anti-trans-texas-pastor-arrested The recent discussion sheds light on the issue of hypocrisy within religious leadership, exemplified by the arrest of a senior pastor in Plano, Texas, for soli…
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Priest Takes Grindr to Court Over Data Leak
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Priest sues gay hookup app Grindr over data leak Catholic News Agency, By Daniel Payne, on Jul 26, 2024 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/258413/priest-sues-gay-hookup-app-grindr-over-data-leak In this segment, the discussion centers around Monsignor Jeffrey Burr, a Catholic priest who faced public scrutiny and resigned from his position afte…
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From 8/18/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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From 8/11/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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You Are What You Eat / John 6:51-59 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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Jordan Peterson Is an Opportunistic Christian
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Behind Jordan Peterson’s ‘Biblical’ Teaching Is His Own Humanistic AgendaThe Federalist, By Larry Taunton, on May 21, 2024 https://thefederalist.com/2024/05/21/behind-jordan-petersons-biblical-teaching-is-his-own-humanistic-agenda/ Jordan Peterson's foray into biblical teachings has been characterized by a problematic fusion of superficial theology…
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Missouri Attorney General More Concerned with Image, not Justice
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Missouri Attorney General Opposes Opportunity for Marcellus Williams to Establish His Innocence Before Execution Date Death Penalty Information Center, By , on Jul 22, 2024 https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/news/missouri-attorney-general-opposes-opportunity-for-marcellus-williams-to-establish-his-innocence-before-execution-date Missouri is currently emb…
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A Fresh Perspective on Pain | Kyle Strickland
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Kyle teaches on the purpose of pain as followers of Jesus.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Persistent Religious fundamentalism in Schools
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99 years after the Scopes ‘monkey trial,’ religious fundamentalism still infects our schools Los Angeles Times, By Michael Hiltzik, on July 26, 2024 https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2024-07-26/99-years-after-the-scopes-monkey-trial-religious-fundamentalism-still-infects-our-schools Nearly a century ago, a significant trial unfolded in Tenness…
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Superintendent Walters' Bible Mandate Standoff
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Oklahoma Bible mandate: Ryan Walters threatens 'rogue' districts The Oklahoman, By M. Scott Carter Murray Evans, on July 31, 2024 https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/education/2024/07/31/oklahoma-bible-in-schools-ryan-walters-threatens-rogue-districts/74599357007/ Oklahoma's State School Superintendent has stirred controversy again by mandating th…
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An Inviting Symbol / John 6:41-51 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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Rusk ISD praying themselves into legal hot water?
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A Texas public school superintendent won't stop promoting Christianity at workThe Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on Jul 24, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-texas-public-school-superintendent In the latest segment on religious issues in public schools, the focus turns to Rusk Independent School District (ISD) Superintendent Gray Burton …
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Olympics opening ceremony sparks outrage with drag queens parodying Last Supper: 'Gone completely woke' Fox News, By Alexander Hall, on July 26, 2024 https://www.foxnews.com/media/olympics-opening-ceremony-sparks-outrage-drag-queens-parodying-last-supper-gone-completely-woke The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony ignited a storm of controversy, p…
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Kyle teaches on the connection of faith and mental health.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Library Witch Hunt: Arrest the Librarians Next?
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Inside the two-year fight to bring charges against school librarians in Granbury, Texas NBC News, By Mike Hixenbaugh, Tyler Kingkade, Scott Friedman and Eva Parks, on July 23, 2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/school-librarians-banned-books-investigation-texas-rcna161444 In a saga reminiscent of the Keystone Cops, a two-year pursuit of felo…
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0028 The Kingdom and the Soil of Your Life [Ryan Delling, Live from The Altar]
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The Altar Podcast # 0028 - Doug Luisi: Will you allow the Holy Spirit to Invade? Sign up for The Altar Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2082359 Stay connected with Ryan and Sara Delling: www.thealtar.net Facebook: facebook.com/ryan.delling facebook.com/sara.delling facebook.com/thedellings Insta: @the_altar_NJ @ryan_delling @sara.delling…
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Sonya Massey shooting: Illinois police release bodycam video of fatal shooting of Black woman in her home CNN, By Eric Levenson, Jillian Sykes and Brad Parks, on July 23, 2024https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/22/us/sonya-massey-police-shooting/index.html A distressing case of police brutality involving the death of a Black woman, Sonia Massi. Sonia, a 36…
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Come to The Way, The Truth, & The Life! | Ronnie Norman
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From 8/4/24.By First Colony Church of Christ
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Bread of Life / John 6:24-35 / Pastor Zane Goggans Support the showBy Pastor Zane Goggans
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Experts Warn: Project 2025 Could Rewrite the Rules of Public Education
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Project 2025 would fundamentally change public education, experts sayThe Hill, By Lexi Lonas, on July 12, 2024 https://thehill.com/homenews/education/4766919-project-2025-trump-campaign-biden-heritage-foundation-public-education/ Project 2025 represents a significant conservative push to radically transform U.S. public education, primarily aimed at…
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