Are unexpected things happening in your life, or even inside of you? Has conflict increased in your relationships? Do you feel that the unseen world is right at hand, but hard to identify? Have you been wanting explanation but found it elusive? Is it hard to find anyone you can talk about it with? Without the explanations, you can feel unsettled and insecure, and even lose hope. Paul Renfroe and his friends have been there, and we have found explanations that we discuss together using the Bi ...
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We created this podcast in recognition that there are a number of podcasts for the American “left,” but many of them focus heavily on the organizing of social democrats, progressives, and liberal democrats. Aside from that, on the left we are always fighting a war of ideas and if we do not continue to build platforms to share those ideas and the stories of their implementation from a leftist perspective, they will continue to be ignored, misrepresented, and dismissed by the capitalist media ...
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The Affirming Words Podcast encourages you to:1) speak the Word 2) renew your mind 3) transform your life. Recorded before a live Zoom audience. Join Rick Tarrant & Friends in the Affirming Words of Abundance community: www.AffirmingWordsofAbundance.com
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The Apostle Paul regularly wrote to help leaders with the issues they were facing in the early church. While pastors will always face obstacles, we can learn from one another and help each other connect God's grace and governance to the practical challenges of ministry work. In this podcast, John Bailey leads regular discussions with fellow church leaders in order to educate, equip and encourage those who serve and lead the church.
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Ann Beal is a Christian Counselor, Life Coach, and International Speaker. She is the owner and director of Life Solution Coaching and Counseling, a full-service wellness clinic in Haslet, Texas. She has hosted wellness shows on TV and Radio for 20 years. Getting Better with Ann Beal incorporates a talk show, a health and wellness show, and a motivational empowerment show all in one. Ann and her guests share their lessons on how to get better in every area of life, sharing what they have lear ...
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Why is there sin? Is there a reason God lets satan exist? How on earth can THAT be good?! Paul and the friends discuss a solution, using the Greek phrase that Jesus coined, before the foundation of the world. It's a sneak peek of Chapter 8 in Book Three of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This Creation: The Origin of the Devil and His Replacements. H…
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From Hoodoo to Hallelujah, an Unexpected Journey of Faith
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! justtalkingaboutjesus Episode 18 Jan Johnson and Marti Darcangelo share the heartfelt story of Marti's sister Tawnya and her father's unexpected journey back to faith. Despite growing up with a father who dabbled in tarot cards and other mystical beliefs, Tanya's commitment to prayer and a well-loved st…
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Interracial Love: Challenges and Triumphs
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Join Sheryl and Luther Stohs as they delve into their 30-year journey of faith and love in an interracial marriage. Battling societal prejudices and family expectations, they discover divine guidance and unwavering support from God. Their story, marked by challenges such as biases in housing and disappr…
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Angels are great, but how practical are they? Is there a way we can count on them, and how do we know? What roles can they play in your life, and who decides? Paul and the friends reverse engineer to understand angels, using/ Hebrews 1:14 and other Bible passages cited in Chapter 7 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This You: How to Live…
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“We’re Not Trying to Make a Better Tomb” - Lydia Pelot-Hobbs’ Prison Capital: Mass Incarceration and Struggles for Abolition Democracy in Louisiana
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In this episode we speak with Lydia Pelot-Hobbs, about her book Prison Capital: Mass Incarceration and Struggles for Abolition Democracy in Louisiana. Lydia Pelot-Hobbs is an assistant professor of Geography and African American & Africana Studies at the University of Kentucky. In addition to Prison Capital, she is the co-editor of The Jail Is Ever…
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From Appalachia to AIDS Camps: Serving God’s Call with Angela Guerassio
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Women Worth Knowing podcast In episode 16 of Just Talking About Jesus, Angela opens up about the profound impact of losing her son, Rob, in a house fire. Despite the tragedy, Angela and her husband found solace in their faith, experiencing a deep sense of peace and unity. They turned their grief into a …
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Can your spirit die? Once you have been born in spirit, as Jesus advised Nicodemus to do (John 3:1-8), can you die in spirit? So Paul and the friends discuss Hebrews and other Bible passages with these questions and explorations, using Scripture from Chapter 7 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This You: How to Live as a Spirit in the Un…
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Heather Miller:Faith Amidst Conflict: Stories from Ukraine
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! OneMission support for Ukraine In this episode, seasoned missionary Heather Miller shares heartfelt stories from her years spent in Ukraine, highlighting the country's transformation and the resilience of its people amid the ongoing conflict. She delves into her last visit in 2021, her adopted Ukrainian…
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You probably have questions about what you experience when God speaks to you. And when angels and demons are perceptible to you, it's unsettling. That fits exactly with Jesus' description of you to Nicodemus, in John 3. So Paul and the friends discuss these questions and explorations, using Scripture from Chapter 6 in Book One of the Unseen Series,…
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Mainstreaming Queer Politics and the Black Family, State, and Capital With Roderick Ferguson
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In this episode, we speak with Roderick Ferguson about two of Josh's all-time favorite books, One-Dimensional Queer and Aberrations in Black: Toward a Queer of Color Critique. The former which problematizes single-issue politics that came to dominate, disrupt, capture, and destroy the gay liberation movement—and has continued to plague queer (anti-…
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Kimberly Stone:Embrace Grace: Empowering Single Moms Through Church Support
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Embrace Grace kimberly.stone@embracegrace.com The podcast features Kimberly Stone, an advocate for Embrace Grace, a nonprofit that partners with churches and pregnancy resource centers to provide support for women facing unplanned pregnancies. Kimberly discusses her personal journey into the organizatio…
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Have you ever wondered about angels? They can seem most mysterious, and yet, their behaviors are easily understood when you know WHY they see us as they do. Without much teaching about being a spirit and how to function as a spirit, you probably have justifiable questions trying to make sense of what you experience when God speaks to you or angels/…
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Empty Vessels, Full Hearts I Zach Meerkreebs
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In this eye-opening episode, Pastor John Bailey and Zach Meerkreebs dive deep into the heart of spiritual awakening. Fresh from the Asbury revival, Zach shares raw insights on what it truly takes to see God move in our generation. Forget church growth strategies and platform building—this conversation gets real about emptying ourselves, embracing h…
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Mae Renfroe Motherhood, Faith, and Homeschooling
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Mae's YouTube channel Mae's website Her book Holding onto Hope You can find her on Facebook Mae Renfrow, a mother of ten, shares her journey of faith, resilience, and homeschooling in this podcast episode. She discusses the challenges and rewards of raising a large family, the profound impact of losing …
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“Eating the Apple of the World” - Social Investigation and Class Analysis with Dani Manibat
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In this episode we welcome Dani Manibat to the podcast. Dani Manibat is an organizer in the National Democratic Movement in the Philippines and this article was written for the journal Material. Recently we hosted another conversation with J. Moufawad-Paul on Settler Ideology on our YouTube channel. A little bit about Material from their website: “…
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Ep 34, Mental Health, Flies, & Childish Spirits
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In this catch all episode finishing Chapter 6, Paul and his friends review the influence of mental health trials on our living spirit. Flies—well, you'll just have to listen. But is it good to be a childish spirit? Child-like is one thing, but childish? Like I say, you'll just have to listen and form your own wisdom about it. Without much teaching …
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“I Do Not Have to Apologize for Reality” - Joy James on Contextualizing Angela Davis: The Agency and Identity of an Icon
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This is part two of a two-part discussion on two of Joy James' recent books. This part of the discussion is focused on Contextualizing Angela Davis: The Agency and Identity of an Icon Part one of the conversation was on New Bones Abolition: Captive Maternal Agency and the (After)Life of Erica Garner (Common Notions). MAKC Host Josh Briond is joined…
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Lena Cebula: From Heroin and Human Trafficking to Grace and Redemption
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Lena's website Instagram- @lenacebula Lena's book Miraculous: My journey from hell to heaven Fight 4 Freedom In this powerful episode, Lena Cebula recounts her harrowing journey from a childhood filled with abuse and addiction in the USSR to her miraculous transformation and newfound life in Canada. Sol…
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So we discussed how your body and mind fits with life as a spirit. But what about the physical Earth? Get ready for exciting news as Paul and his friends discuss it from Scripture and from Romans 8. See, there isn't much teaching about being a spirit and how to function as a spirit. Yet this was exactly how Jesus described you to Nicodemus in John …
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Creating Space to Encounter Jesus I Zach Meerkreebs
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In this powerful episode of the Leader to Leader podcast, Zach Meerkreebs, a key leader in the Asbury Revival, shares his personal testimony and insights on the spiritual awakening that swept through the university. He discusses the importance of cultivating authentic, Christ-centered spaces where people can encounter Jesus in a transformative way.…
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New Bones Abolition and the Function of the Captive Maternal with Joy James
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This is part one of a two-part discussion on two of Joy James' recent books. This part of the discussion is focused on New Bones Abolition: Captive Maternal Agency and the (After)Life of Erica Garner (Common Notions) as well as a recent essay How to Live (after we die): On Protest, Social Media, and queer Black death - Logos Journal by Isaiah Blake…
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Grief and Grace: Lessons from Angie Clayton's Journey
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Angie's website Peering Into the Tunnel Justtalkingaboutjesus.com In this episode, Jan Johnson talks with Angie Clayton, who was diagnosed with neurosarcoidosis, a rare condition. Angie discusses her journey of initially trying to control her fate and the eventual peace she found in surrendering to God.…
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If you are a living spirit, and your spirit is superior, how does your mind and logic fit in? How do you know which is which? These are natural questions which Paul and the friends discuss from Chapter 6 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This You: How to Live as a Spirit in the Unseen Realm. Here at ParadigmLighthouse.com, request YOUR …
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“A Formation of Psychological Warfare” - Damien Sojoyner’s First Strike: Educational Enclosures in Black Los Angeles
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In this episode Damien Sojoyner returns to the podcast to talk about his book First Strike: Educational Enclosures in Black Los Angeles. This episode was recorded in November and unfortunately its release was delayed due to the circumstances of the world today, which have necessitated for us a lot of media work in solidarity with Palestinian resist…
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Jennifer James: From Abuse, Drugs and Death to God's Miraculous Grace
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! "I didn't really understand what it meant to walk with God because i didn't have that example for me at home." Have you been abandoned? Lived a life of abuse? Drugs? Depression? Promiscuity? You’re not alone. Did you know that people of the Bible lived these experiences as well? Joseph was abandoned. Ta…
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Ep. 31, The Body's Place in the Life of Spirit
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In the previous episode, the friends discussed that we aren't dualistic. So how does your physical being relate to your life as a living spirit in Christ? There isn't much teaching about being a spirit and how to function as a spirit. Yet this was exactly how Jesus described you to Nicodemus in John 3. So Paul and the friends discuss this gap of un…
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Likes, Followers, and the Gospel Truth I Matt Brown
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, host John Bailey and guest Matt Brown dive into the complexities of using social media for Christian ministry. They explore the potential pitfalls leaders face, such as the temptation to focus on likes and followers rather than faithfulness to God's calling. Matt shares personal stories and practical tips …
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Craig Syracusa invited Paul onto his show, Walk In Faith. a great honor for Paul. Craig's show is a youtube show that he created and hosts. He interviews influential people about their faith in Christ. Past guests include Jim Caviezel, Dennis Quiad, and mark Wahlberg. https://walkinfaithtv.com/ For your free 52-page prequel to Paul's nine-book Unse…
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Morning Star Missions Life is Jesus Christ Facebook Today’s guests are Shawn and Nancy Paul who have been missionaries in Honduras and are presently serving in Guatemala. Nancy has been serving in children's ministry for over 30 years. She has a huge passion for helping develop others with the same hear…
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Is your body an enemy of your spirit? Is your body a friend of your sinful nature? When are the things you feel helpful? The friends discuss the relationship of our body and spirit, and what ideas make it ungodly dualism. Check it out and be sure you are on the right track. The friends discuss Chapter 6 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees…
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Ron Meyers interviews Paul Renfroe about the Devil and Hell
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Imagine being able to recognize the true, often hidden, influences behind your struggles. Our special guest, Paul Renfroe, takes us on a compelling journey into the unseen realm of spiritual warfare. Together, we uncover how these invisible forces can impact various aspects of our lives, from health and finances to relationships. Paul shares profou…
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Just Talkin About Jesus website Victory Over Depression and Anxiety: Krystal shares her journey of overcoming dark moments through God's guidance and introduces her book "You Were Made to Thrive." Recognizing God's Interventions: A discussion on how God is always working in the background and the import…
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Have you ever been overwhelmed by something unknown? Has an encounter with the unseen reduced you and left you feeling weak? Us too. Waking up to your living spirit can have disabling effects on your life. But no way are we going to give up. Listen and find out why. The friends discuss Chapter 6 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This Yo…
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A Leader's Guide to Social Media Ministry I Matt Brown
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Join Pastor John Bailey and special guest Matt Brown from Think Eternity as they explore the dynamic intersection of faith and technology. This podcast delves into effective strategies for using social media and digital platforms to spread the gospel, engage with communities, and navigate the challenges of online ministry. Whether you're a pastor, …
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Sharon Hoseley:Author: Godwinks and Bridges: a Journey of Faith
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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts! Sharon's Blog Sharon's Books Compelled Podcast Just Talking About Jesus website In episode eight, Jan introduces Sharon Hosley, an inspiring author and speaker with a rich family history and remarkable life stories. Sharon has written four books, including "Jesus, Lord of My Seasons" and a trilogy of me…
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Have you known people who were striving to be better—on the treadmill of trying? As a living spirit, learn where your willpower does coordinate with your spirit, and where it doesn't. The friends discuss Chapter 5 in Book One of the Unseen Series, Nobody Sees This You: How to Live as a Spirit in the Unseen Realm. Listen as the friends discuss the s…
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"We're Ready to Fight Back" - Reports From the Student Intifada
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In this episode Josh was joined by special co-host Noah Tesfaye and they interviewed several organizers from Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) who have been organizing solidarity encampments this spring. This interview took place about a month ago, so the events they describe are not reflections of the most current activity on their campuses,…
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