Best Text Interpretation Podcasts (2024)

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Polkinghorne E10: Injuries and interpretations 50:46

1h ago50:46

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Expert defence pathologists offer different conclusions about the cause of death to their Crown counterparts. Colleagues at Auckland Eye describe Polkinghorne as kind and generous. And we hear from the “fishing boys”, who knew “Polky” from trips to their holiday homes in The Coromandel. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Trial early and ad-f…

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Polkinghorne E9: ‘There was no murder’ 33:52

1d ago33:52

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As the defence case begins, Polkinghorne’s lawyer describes the police as being “intoxicated” with the idea of murder, and cautions the jury against being distracted by evidence about sex and drugs. Pauline Hanna’s sister says Hanna told her of a suicide attempt more than 30 years ago and Polkinghorne’s ex-wife takes the stand. Stuff Extra subscrib…

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Polkinghorne E8: ‘I haven't come this far to walk away’ 1:03:33

1d ago1:03:33

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Details of Philip Polkinghorne’s relationships with wife Pauline Hanna and Sydney-based sex worker Madison Ashton emerge when police scrutinise their digital devices. Among their discoveries, thousands of sexual images, and personal correspondence about the state of the marriage. A forensic accountant tells the court that Polkinghorne paid hundreds…

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How to Interpret Biblical Greek Verbs 1:01:32

2d ago1:01:32

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NOTE: We are re-releasing this episode because of it's relevance to Kevin's ongoing review of "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek" by Constantine Campbell. Both this and our episode with Nora Boneh are from our series on the verbal systems of the biblical languages. ______________________________ In this episode of the Biblical Languages Pod…

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Polkinghorne E7: ‘Some things are going to come out’ 35:22

3d ago35:22

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As the Crown case nears its end, a close friend and colleague alleges Polkinghorne made sex and meth admissions that “shocked” her. There are questions about tensions in the operating theatre, financial stress and positive meth tests at Auckland Eye. An expert explains the ways meth can change behaviour. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Tr…

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A Review of Campbell's "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek" (Pt 2) 1:30:50

8d ago1:30:50

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Kevin discusses chapters 2-5 of "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek" by Dr. Constantine Campbell. This episode was originally a YouTube video which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIQgv8DVGTk 0:00 - Introduction & Recap14:22 - Chapter 223:42 - Chapters 342:02 - Chapter 41:00:51 - Chapter 51:17:25 - Final ExcursusRESOURCES…

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Polkinghorne E6: The disappearing mark 43:00

19d ago43:00

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Two pathologists face detailed questions about the significance of a mark on Pauline Hanna’s neck, with one asked why they didn’t mention it in their autopsy report. The court hears more about Hanna’s medical history, including her use of unprescribed sleeping tablets and the prescriptions she was given by her GP. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen…

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Polkinghorne E5: ‘He wants to have sex with everybody’ 54:13

17d ago54:13

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In a recording played to the jury, Pauline Hanna talks about the state of her marriage to eye surgeon Philip Polkinghorne and their sex life. Close friends recall her sharing an alleged strangulation threat by her husband. The defence challenges them and family members, asking if their recollections are clouded by the belief that Hanna wouldn’t hav…

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Tense, Aspect, and Modality with Nora Boneh 55:52

29d ago55:52

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NOTE: This is a republished and remastered version of one of our earliest and most popular episodes. We thought it would be a good time to re-release this episode because Kevin is in the midst of reviewing Constantine Campbell's book "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek." Dr. Boneh has no stake in this debate, nor does she know about it. ____…

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Polkinghorne E4: ‘She’s never hit me, I’ve never hit her’ 41:35

23d ago41:35

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The jury hears Polkinghorne for the first time as the prosecution plays his police interview from the day his wife died. While answering questions about his marriage to Pauline Hanna and her state of mind, he receives a call informing him he’s a suspect. The Crown case continues with a friend of the couple describing his suspicions about Polkinghor…

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A Review of Campbell's "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek" (Pt 1) 11:51

1M ago11:51

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Kevin begins a series critiquing the textbook "Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek" by Dr. Constantine Campbell. This episode was originally a YouTube video, which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMcaXdlfJso You can read the transcript here: https://biblingo.org/blog/verbal-aspect-review-pt1/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EP…

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Throw The Onion Away 11:22

1M ago11:22

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Episode 96 Throw The Onion Away A reading from the Spirit Dictionary. This episode takes you into the New Paradigm. Spirit asks us to not stand at the edge any longer. Stop peeling the onion and throw it away. Your expansion into new paradigm thought and action will have a direct effect on all those standing at the precipice of jumping. Thank you f…

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Polkinghorne E3: An unprecedented search 39:18

29d ago39:18

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With Philip Polkinghorne being interviewed at the police station, detectives decide to step up their search of his house. Amid tests for fingerprints, DNA and blood - a hunt dubbed unprecedented by the detective sergeant in charge of the scene - officers make a series of discoveries that shape the investigation. But in court they’re asked if police…

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Polkinghorne E2: Code 1C for suspicious 32:40

1M ago32:40

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As detectives comb the home of Philip Polkinghorne and Pauline Hanna, questions quickly emerge about the rope involved in her death. The jury hears Polkinghorne’s summary of his wife’s final day alive. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Trial early and ad-free. Join Stuff Extra at listen.stuff.co.nz/extra or on Apple podcasts. WARNING: This …

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Anger Wrote The Book 2:52

2M ago2:52

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Episode 95 Anger Wrote The Book In this short clip of a reading, Spirit spoke about anger. A new way to communicate with anger and allow it to rise up with a different ending was presented to my client, and it may be very helpful to all of us. You are the one who bought the book and you are the one reading it. Anger is open to rewriting the book an…

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Polkinghorne E1: 'My wife's dead' 29:12

2M ago29:12

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On Easter Monday 2021, police were called to the home of a successful professional couple in the affluent Auckland suburb of Remuera. They found the body of Pauline Hanna. In his emergency call, her husband, Philip Polkinghorne, said she killed herself. Sixteen months later he was charged with her murder. As this podcast is released, he's currently…

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How to read deeply in Greek and Hebrew 1:00:35

2M ago1:00:35

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In this episode, originally recorded as a webinar, Kevin draws on research from the neuroscience of reading and second language acquisition to discuss how to read deeply in Greek and Hebrew. This "deep reading" is compared with a critical analysis of the concept of "exegesis" in biblical studies. The basic outline of this talk is a sneak peek of a …

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Polkinghorne trailer 1:03

2M ago1:03

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Police are called to the multi-million dollar home of a successful couple to find the body of Pauline Hanna, also known as Pauline Polkinghorne. A year and a half later, eye surgeon Philip John Polkinghorne is charged with murdering his wife, a charge he denies. The Trial, season 2, available soon wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Stuff …

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The Universe Sent Me A Text 11:51

2M ago11:51

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Episode 94 The Universe Sent Me A Text Can the Universe or Spirit send a text? In this episode, I explain one instance that happened to me that might have been one of the coolest spirit messages ever! At least up until that point in my life. With all our technology, our loved ones and those in the dimensions around us, have more and more ways to co…

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Our Soul Purpose: Acceptance, Options, Non Duality 11:57

2M ago11:57

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Episode 93 Our Soul Purpose: Acceptance, Options, Non Duality During this time, many are wondering if this is what is meant to happen. We may be struggling with not wanting whatever is happening in our lives or in our world. In this episode, I explain my first "shift" back in 2009 when the economy tanked. Was it good, bad, right or wrong? Also, I t…

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The Universe Responds With Only Four Words 7:16

3M ago7:16

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Episode 92 The Universe Responds With Only Four Words This morning I recorded a video about what happened to me last night when I was falling asleep. As I was listening to it, I realized it was my next episode for this podcast. The Universe, through me, asked a question and then responded to that question. Both question and answer were only four wo…

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The Dead Sea Scrolls with Esther Chazon 51:44

4M ago51:44

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Esther Chazon about the dead sea scrolls. Esther Chazon is professor emeritus at Hebrew University where she remains active. She spent 20 years as the director of The Orion Center for the Study of the Dead Sea Scrolls and currently serves on numerous academic committees including the executive committee of ⁠The Inter…

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The Text of the Greek New Testament with Peter Gurry 1:30:26

5M ago1:30:26

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Peter Gurry about the textual history of the Greek New Testament. As always, this episode is brought to you by Biblingo, the premier solution for learning, maintaining, and enjoying the biblical languages. Visit ⁠biblingo.org⁠ to learn more and start your 10-day free trial. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subsc…

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Second Language Acquisition for Biblical Studies with Jennifer Noonan 43:35

6M ago43:35

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jennifer Noonan about her book "A Handbook of Second Language Acquisition for Biblical Studies." She talks about the relationship between explicit and implicit language knowledge, the raw materials of language acquisition, the importance of reading fluency, and the nature of vocabulary acquisition. Jennifer Noonan gr…

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Hero or Zero 22:20

6M ago22:20

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If someone was to write your life's story, would you be a hero or a zero? Kind of harsh if you think of yourself as a zero and definintely pretty inflated if you think of yourself as a hero, right? The truth is that we all fall short of who God designed us to be and without Him, we are definitely more like Zeroes than heroes! Take a walk with me th…

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Spirit Dictionary Reading 13:05

6M ago13:05

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Episode 91 Spirit Dictionary Reading In this episode, I share a reading I did for a client from the Spirit Dictionary. There is something we all could gain from the word I was guided to pull for them. As you listen, think about the message you could take away from this Spirit led expansion. And don't forget to let go of expectations. Spirit Diction…

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The Grammar of Good Friday and Easter 49:50

6M ago49:50

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In this episode, Dr. Kevin Grasso takes us through four key texts surrounding Jesus' death and resurrection. We examine how the messianic prophesy of Isaiah 53:7 should be properly translated (hint: every English translation is missing something). We look at the significance of Jesus' response before the high priestly court in Matthew 26:63-65: "Yo…

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Benbow Bonus 2: Benbow's new legal battle 0:57

6M ago0:57

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There’s another twist in this trial. Stay subscribed to hear the latest developments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Stuff Audio

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Portal To A Past Life? 34:58

6M ago34:58

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Episode 90 Portal To A Past Life? In this episode, I am joined by Katherien Lundin, Clairvoyant Medium, to help me move through an experience I had back in 2013 shortly after Abraham Lincoln arrived as a Spirit Guide for me. You can imagine how many questions I must've had back then. Well, I still have a few, but we have to start somewhere. I haven…

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Greek Readings Outside the New Testament with Max Botner 1:05:25

6M ago1:05:25

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Max Botner about his book "Beyond the Greek New Testament."Max Botner has served as a lecturer and researcher in the US, UK, and Germany. His primary research interests include Jewish exegetical practices, ancient messianism and early Christology, and early Jewish and Christian sacrificial theologies. Above all, he i…

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Soul Groups, Soul Contracts, and Soul Mates vs. Twin Flame 18:04

7M ago18:04

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Episode 89 Soul Groups, Soul Contracts, and Soul Mates vs. Twin Flame This episode is a flashback from 2018 when I was working at The Omega Institute. Surprisingly, most of what I say in this hasn't changed. As my readings evolved over the years, I've come to understand more and more about the afterlife. We all made a conscious choice in the in-bet…

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A Greek Reader: Companion to A Primer of Biblical Greek with Mark Jeong 1:02:27

7M ago1:02:27

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In this episode, we talk to Mark Jeong about his book "A Greek Reader." This volume is a companion resource for use with N. Clayton Croy’s Primer of Biblical Greek, featuring dozens of simple, enjoyable narratives to reinforce the content and skills introduced by Croy. Mark Jeong was born in South Korea but grew up in the states. After becoming a C…

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Benbow Bonus 1: 'I despise you' - the victims speak 11:22

6M ago11:22

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Almost seven years after murdering his mate Michael McGrath, David Benbow is sentenced for his crime. But not before facing McGrath's loved ones in court, including the third person in the love triangle that prompted Benbow to kill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Stuff Audio

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From Comfort Zone to a Place Suitable For Further Growth 26:54

7M ago26:54

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Episode 88 From Comfort Zone to a Place Suitable For Further Growth The original recording of this episode was back in January of 2022. Something happened that prompted me to ask a question of the Spirit Dictionary. I invited my friend Aditi to join me in a process that day, because I knew her input would be instrumental. We talked about the Spirit…

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The Rift in the Shift: What's Happened in the Oneness to Create Expansion 16:43

7M ago16:43

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Episode 87 The Rift in the Shift: What's Happened in the Oneness to Create Expansion Part of this episode was recorded in 2019 when I was living in Seattle and going through an interesting piece of my own expansion. After some readings where the information was becoming clearer, I coined the phrase, the rift in the shift. It's time to share more of…

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Abraham Lincoln Reminds Us 41:50

7M ago41:50

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Episode 86 Abraham Lincoln Reminds Us This session with my client was on Abe's birthday. Earlier in the day, I recorded a Spirit Voice Eclipse asking him if there was anything he'd like to say. He came through with an intriguing thought and then he continued his message during the reading. Hearts are for expanding in the Love that already exists in…

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Two Foods That May Be Stunting Your Spiritual Growth 24:51

8M ago24:51

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Episode 85 Two Foods That May Be Stunting Your Spiritual Growth If you have trouble meditating, struggle with depression or mood swings, you are going to want to listen to this episode. Ingesting these foods may be hindering your personal, spiritual, and physical growth. The first might be an obvious one to most of you. The second may ruffle some f…

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Jars of Clay 17:22

8M ago17:22

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Have you ever felt broken, discarded, abandoned, forgotten? Have you ever thought that you are in just too many pieces to repair? Paul talks about the treasure that is found in jars of clay. The treasure is the Gospel of Jesus. The jars of clay are us! Listen to how God chooses YOU to be His vessel of this treasure!…

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Do We Have to Die to Have an OBE (Out of Body Experience)? 21:36

8M ago21:36

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Episode 84 Do We Have to Die to Have an OBE (Out of Body Experience)? Can we have an out of body experience without drugs and without having to die or experience a near death moment? Donna explains her own out of body experience and reminds all of us . . . It's about the inner work. New paradigm thought, words, and deeds, are things we need to prac…

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Paul and the Resurrection of Israel with Jason Staples 1:37:23

8M ago1:37:23

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This is a republished episode with Dr. Jason Staples. Staples recently published a new book called "Paul and the Resurrection of Israel: Jews, Former Gentiles, Israelites" (Cambridge University Press, 2023). In this episode, Jason shared many of the ideas that appear in the new book before it was published. Jason Staples is Assistant Teaching Profe…

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The Many Earths On This Planet 22:41

9M ago22:41

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Episode 83 The Many Earths On This Planet Last year, I had so many questions during an episode with a Mom in the afterlife. So much so, that a conversation with my producer after I recorded it, sparked an expansive new thought about planet Earth. Because of this, I've been practicing my new awareness regarding who we are and what our purpose as ind…

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Resolutions 17:26

9M ago17:26

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I despise New Year's resolutions! There, I got it off my chest. I don't like making them and I definitely don't like breaking them! But there's one resolution that was made that will never be broken and that is the promise that Christ died for me and my sins are forgiven! Listen to my latest podcast on what the Bible has to say about our plans and …

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Karma vs Credit: A Conversation with Jerry Hicks 28:38

9M ago28:38

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Episode 82 Karma vs Credit: A Conversation with Jerry Hicks A little bit of a reboot for this week. Donna tells the story of how Jerry Hicks first appeared to her and how in a previous episode, Jerry Hicks popped in with a lesson about connecting to our loved ones. And then, he shared a deeper message about claiming your credit from past existences…

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Automatic Writing with Spirit 26:18

9M ago26:18

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Episode 81 Automatic Writing with Spirit In this episode, Donna explains two examples of automatic writing. Please don't practice while driving. :) You'll love to use this exercise to get in touch with Spirit, loved ones, your expansive self, or your inner children. Have fun! And remember . . . leave no room for doubt and give what you get. You can…

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Advent of Peace 19:31

9M ago19:31

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What does peace look like? Does it depend on your own personal experience? What responsibility do we have to create peace on earth? Is Utopia possible? Throughout world history man has yearned for peace. Listen to this podcast on the second week of Advent, focused on Peace. Learn who truly creates Peace on Earth.…

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Soul Story: Catching Up With The Past 26:49

10M ago26:49

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EPISODE 80 Soul Story: Catching Up With The Past This Soul reading finds Donna and her client running after a piece of the past. Will they catch up and help this piece of the past stay in the present? I think you know the answer to that question. Such love, empathy, and a whole lot of trust in this episode. We are scheduling now for Season Two. If …

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Choose the way of life 7:34

10M ago7:34

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Embrace the life and the grace of God. I meditate on Psalm 1. When I meditate on the law of God, the first thing that comes to my mind is the acknowledgment that God is sovereign and merciful. We must see and honor God as God, which means we must allow for the power of God in our lives and acknowledge our utter dependence on God.…

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Advent of Hope 15:35

10M ago15:35

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What is Advent? It is a season of anticipation and of hope. Hope of what? Hope of Christ's return. Advent means "coming". We have hope in Christ's return. This hope is our anchor in turbulent waters. He is our rock and our redeemer. Christ is coming back!By studentofthebible.com

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Spirit Signs From the Spirit Dictionary 12:17

10M ago12:17

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EPISODE 79 Spirit Signs From the Spirit Dictionary You can also watch this episode on Donna's YouTube channel. In this episode, Donna explains how she first came to use the Spirit Dictionary and how all of us can use books to receive guidance from our loved ones and spirit guides. And she will give you an exercise to try if your loved ones haven't …

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Spirit Signs from Loved Ones: Numbers, Cars, and Coins 12:14

10M ago12:14

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EPISODE 78 Spirit Signs from Loved Ones: Numbers, Cars, and Coins In this episode, you will begin to think differently about the number sequences you see and how license plates and coins can also be signs from our loved ones in Spirit . . . and our pets! If you aren't seeing signs, just ask your guides and loved ones. And then keep your eyes, ears,…

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