Best Writing As A Tool For Ministry Podcasts (2024)

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Church on Trial 23:38

1M ago23:38

23:38

By Phil Cooke

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Public Speaking: Tips for Leading a Short Devotional 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

Have you been asked to present a short motivational speech or inspirational devotional before an event? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five tips to make it memorable! Opening a conference or gathering is an honor. It can be a powerful catalyst for both the audience and your career. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadershi…

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3 Types of Bad Bosses and How to Deal with Them 19:24

2M ago19:24

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Dealing with a bad boss can make your workplace feel like a battleground. If you’re trying to survive a toxic work environment, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers creative and positive ways to deal with the Micromanaging Boss, the Inconsiderate Boss, and the Unsupportive Manager. Bonus: Phil shares 5 tips to survive a difficult boss! Get my FR…

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Public Speaking Tips: 6 Tools to Help You Get Hired as a Speaker 18:46

3M ago18:46

18:46

Accelerate your career! Becoming a skilled public speaker can open doors and advance your career quickly as you position yourself as an expert. If you’re serious about speaking, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com list of six tools that a conference planner needs can help you get hired as a speaker. The easier you make it for the people who can book…

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I've Failed. Now What? 16:08

3M ago16:08

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How do you deal with rejection? What do you do after a failure? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five “next steps” that can be the key to moving past failure and on to success in your career. If you’re in business, media production or content creation – and especially if you’re in the film industry as a filmmaker, actor or writer – you’ll ga…

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Skills to Succeed in the Film Industry - Interview: Sommerly Simser, Film Production Finance, Netflix 36:29

4M ago36:29

36:29

Jumpstart your career in Hollywood! If you’re looking for a job in LA or New York, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com interview with Sommerly Simser will help you succeed in the film industry. Highlighted as a new leader to watch in Variety Magazine, Sommerly has gone from assistant to associate in Hollywood and now works in Feature Film Production…

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Why You Should Consider a Ghostwriter to Write Your Book | Interview with Jordan Loftis, Story Chorus 30:24

4M ago30:24

30:24

Is there a book inside you, but you don’t know where to start? Maybe it’s time to consider a ghostwriter! Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com welcomes writer and ghostwriter Jordan Loftis to explore book writing options and a strategic publishing process that can help pastors, leaders, and Christian entrepreneurs go from “idea to impact.” Founder of S…

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How to Remove the Elephant in the Room (Without Losing Your Job) 10:46

5M ago10:46

10:46

Are there issues in your ministry or organization that everybody knows about but nobody talks about? It’s time to address the elephant in the room and build towards a healthier work culture. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers six effective strategies to be part of the solution without losing your job. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your cr…

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Creating Sharable Sermons: An Evangelistic Approach to Online Preaching with David Murrow 35:49

5M ago35:49

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Welcome to a revolutionary discussion on adapting preaching for the digital age! In this episode, online preaching coach David Murrow, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to delve into the art of engaging with your online congregation effectively. Discover invaluable insights to transform your preaching style and create sermons that are watchabl…

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Public Speaking Techniques: How to Get Invited to Speak at Conferences 16:37

6M ago16:37

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Public speaking gigs are a powerful way to advance your career, plus they offer opportunities to get your message heard. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five tips to help you book your first speaking gig while becoming a great speaker. Elevate your speaking skills and find out how to get invited to speak at conferences, small groups, worksh…

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Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University 35:22

6M ago35:22

35:22

Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University You can change the world! Join Phil Cooke in this conversation with Dr. Billy Wilson, president of Oral Roberts University, as they discuss the importance of reaching Gen Z with the gospel. https://philcooke.com In this thought-provoking discussion, you’ll find out…

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From Average to Extraordinary: The Two Levels of Success for Creative Careers 7:57

7M ago7:57

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Are you struggling in your creative career as an artist, musician, filmmaker, writer or director? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the two levels of success you need to achieve to earn a living as a creative and gain success doing what you love to do. Watch the interview with Howard Kazanjian here: https://youtu.be/xXGmRmMtxV0 Get my FREE DO…

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Emmy Award Winning Film and Television Producer – Interview with Howard Kazanjian 34:39

7M ago34:39

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With a career that spans 50 years, he’s collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Alfred Hitchcock, George Lucas and Frances Coppola. Phil Cooke welcomes Emmy award-winning film and television producer Howard Kazanjian to share behind the scenes of a producer’s role in both the studio system and independent film with credits including “Raiders of…

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Revolutionize Your Pastor’s Vision for Church Media: Leading from the Middle 23:57

8M ago23:57

23:57

Does your pastor have a vision for media? If you’re feeling stifled as a church media producer or communications director, Phil Cooke offers eight tips to help you “lead from the middle” and win your pastor over to see the potential for media. In today’s digital age, the opportunities for sharing the gospel through media are tremendous. Here’s how …

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Reaching the Hispanic Community: Interview with Angel Jordan, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 25:29

8M ago25:29

25:29

The Spanish-speaking community is exploding in growth in the U.S. Find out how your local church can engage the Latino community more effectively as Phil Cooke interviews Angel Jordan, director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Join them as they explore the varying aspects of Latino culture, the needs represented…

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How to Succeed as a Live Multi-Camera Director | Micah Bickham Interview 32:38

9M ago32:38

32:38

Interested in a directing career? Find out how to succeed as Phil Cooke welcomes live multi-camera director and executive producer Micah Bickham to discuss his approach to capturing live events and filming music videos and his career pathway from media ministry to freelance director. Micah has directed performances of some of today’s biggest names …

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The Kindness Factor: Greg Atkinson on Transforming Your Church Guest Services 33:45

10M ago33:45

33:45

How do acts of kindness factor into the new visitor experience in your church? Phil Cooke welcomes author, speaker and church consultant Greg Atkinson to explore ways to reach your community and transform your church guest services with kindness and authentic hospitality. Founder of the First Impressions Conference, Greg offers practical ways pasto…

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Maximize Your Church Services with a Hybrid Experience – Interview with Producer/Author Jason Moore 37:37

10M ago37:37

37:37

Since the pandemic, most churches live livestream their church services. Now it’s time to take your online worship service to the next level. In this episode, Phil Cooke welcomes Jason Moore, co-founder of Midnight Oil Productions and author of “BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement.” Pastors, communica…

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How to Discover Your Creative Genius – Interview with Lead Strategist Dawn Baldwin, Mavericks 41:57

11M ago41:57

41:57

It’s never too late to unlock your creative genius! Join Phil Cooke in an insightful interview with Dawn Nicole Baldwin, the founder and lead strategist of Mavericks. Discover how to leverage your creativity as a church, ministry, nonprofit organization or individual as Dawn shares invaluable advice on rethinking creativity, identifying your “sweet…

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Active Listening: How to Become the Most Fascinating Person in the Room 15:08

11M ago15:08

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Want to know how to engage people with your ideas? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five active listening skills to help you gain respect when leading a team or entering a pitch meeting. These communication strategies will level up your people skills and help you become the most fascinating person in the room. Please like, r…

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Myths of Creativity – Interview with David Burkus, Bestselling Leadership Author 41:42

11M ago41:42

41:42

Blast through the myths of creativity that are holding you back! Phil Cooke welcomes David Burkus, organizational psychologist and best-selling author of the book, “The Myths of Creativity—The Truth About How Innovative Companies and People Generate Ideas.” In this interview, you’ll find out the truth about brainstorming ideas and increasing your c…

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How to Stage a Spectacular Church Christmas Event: Interview with Prestonwood Church Creatives 47:11

12M ago47:11

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A visually stunning multi-media event, The Gift of Christmas at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas has become a community tradition attended by thousands each year. Go behind the scenes of production as Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews the Prestonwood creative leaders Michael Neale, Andy Pearson, and Bryan Bailey to discuss the mindset…

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Your Key to Filmmaking Success: Expert Advice from Hollywood Writer-Producer Alexandra Boylan 38:12

1y ago38:12

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If you're interested in filmmaking, Phil Cooke's interview https://philcooke.com with Alexandra Boylan is a must-watch! Alexandra shares her experiences and insights as a Hollywood writer-producer, providing valuable advice on how to make a movie from start to finish. From developing your idea to getting feedback from experts, building your tribe a…

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How to Grow Your YouTube Channel with Sean Cannell, Think Media 44:11

1y ago44:11

44:11

Tap into the potential of YouTube for your ministry or your next dream job! Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com welcomes YouTube expert Sean Cannell on this episode to explore YouTube tips and tricks to get more subscribers and grow your YouTube channel in 2023. Get expert advice on YouTube strategies plus the inspiration to lead in this powerful digi…

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Effective Communication Skills for Leaders and Creatives: Interview—Ben Stapley, Executive Pastor 44:11

1y ago44:11

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Creativity is collaboration! It takes effective communication skills for leaders and creatives to work well together. In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews coach, consultant and executive pastor Ben Stapley, (The Life Christian Church) on ways to build positive work relationships that will advance your career and make each pr…

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Knowing Your Father's God 27:01

1y ago27:01

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There are men and women that I have studied that lift me up from within, when I think of their faith and courage. We have read of them. We know of their names. We are familiar with their stories. Yet, comparatively little is said of the ordinary saints whose prayers, lives, and instruction shaped these men and women so mightily used of God. We admi…

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Voice Acting: Interview with Voice Artist and Coach Joel Weldon 37:30

1y ago37:30

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Level up your voice acting career! If you’ve ever considered voice over work, Phil Cooke’s interview with voice artist Joel Weldon will give you the confidence you need to start! With a long-term professional career in film, television and commercial voice over and narration, Joel offers tips on developing vocal range, warming up, stretching your v…

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Love For The Father 26:59

1y ago26:59

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Near the start of Jesus’ public ministry, He says these words: “My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.” (John 4:34). As Jesus ministry continued it becomes evident that the work of the Father is wrapped up with His death on the cross. In John’s Gospel particularly the chief reason that Jesus completes this work is be…

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Smelling Bad and Looking Dumb 27:00

1y ago27:00

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There is something in the American air today that most of us have never smelled before. For example, just a few years ago, almost everyone understood that males use the men’s room, females the women’s. Now, confusion is in the air. An evil conspiracy is afloat, as those with questionable morals breathe together a noxious odor; yet finding it enjoya…

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Leadership Skills Beyond the Pandemic: Interview with Author Brian Dodd 38:13

1y ago38:13

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Phil Cooke welcomes author and leadership consultant Brian Dodd to the podcast to discuss his latest book, “Mighty: 7 Skills You Need to Move from Pandemic to Progress.” As a senior consultant for INJOY Stewardship Solutions founded by John Maxwell, Dodd offers insight for pastors, ministry and business leaders. If you’re ready to elevate your lead…

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Christian Hedonism 27:00

1y ago27:00

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We live in a hedonistic society. This is defined as a society where most people spend most of their time seeking their own pleasure and satisfaction. They may not always find the pleasure and satisfaction they seek, but it is always at the forefront of their minds. It is usually pictured as a bad thing. We might think of Las Vegas as being a hedoni…

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Tools, Toys and Idols 27:01

1y ago27:01

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A smart phone can be a valuable tool. So is your tablet, laptop, or desktop. It is a phone, a watch, map, camera, and dozens of other things that help us in our daily lives. Of course, it is also a toy. I can use it to play games, enjoy pictures, videos, or music, engage in hours of useless and trivial conversations or internet searches. But, it ca…

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Risking Your Wrath? 27:09

1y ago27:09

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Never has a society been more offended or insulted by other people’s ideas than in this modern era. People, including many Christians, are always mad at someone because of some offense. Of course, there is a modern-day innocence to it all. We don’t usually go out into the streets and have a shoot-out—at least in most cases. Yet, there is something …

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Do Not Sin Against the Child 27:02

1+ y ago27:02

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It is easy to see how children sin against their parents. Sometimes it is a little more clouded about how parents might sin again their children. In this week’s edition of PathLight we are reminded of the story of Joseph. At one point in the story, Reuben rebuked his brothers for their mistreatment of Joseph some 22 years earlier. He said, "Spake I…

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Kind Christians 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

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Unlike what most people assume, being nice and being kind are two different things. They may share a few common attributes, but not many. Being nice involves doing something that is pleasing or agreeable. On the other hand, kindness is doing something that is helpful to others. It comes from a place of genuine concern and benevolence. Therefore, as…

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My Top 5 Pet Peeves about Social Media Content 16:58

1+ y ago16:58

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Are you obsessing over social media analytics? Using social media as your megaphone? Most of us are involved in social media at some level, whether you’re a leader, business executive, pastor or professional social media content creator. In an effort to help all of us do better on social media, here are my five pet peeves about social media content…

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Fake News 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

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In our world there are many reports that are fake news, and because of that, there are many who also discount true news. By the same token, there are reports that some label conspiracies that turn out to be true. Just as there are “so-called true” reports that turn out to be false. In short, since the world fell by believing Satan’s Lie, we have li…

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Learning to Improvise 27:36

1+ y ago27:36

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Have you noticed that God seldom gives you the whole plan at one time? There are a lot of things that God wants you to figure out as you go along. Perhaps we couldn’t handle it all at one time. Perhaps we have to gradually prepare ourselves for what is coming. Perhaps God is teaching us the virtues of faith, patience, dependence, and maybe even the…

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The Greatest Act of Worship 27:54

1+ y ago27:54

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Every step to the cross Jesus echoed the words: “My Father is of infinite worth. His will, His pleasure, His holiness, and His justice are the reality of life.” And every hammer blow driving the nails into His hands and feet on the cross echoed through the universe: “My Father is of infinite value. What He has purposed, is all that matters.” The Fa…

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Indie Film Distribution: Interview with Trey Reynolds, VP Development, Provident Films 35:16

1+ y ago35:16

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You’ve made a movie – now how do you gain film distribution? Explore the distribution models of independent film in Phil Cooke’s interview with Trey Reynolds, VP of Development at Provident Films. If you’re an independent filmmaker, this episode offers an inside view to help you consider the distribution options of streaming platforms such as Netfl…

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The Misunderstood Messiah 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

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There really is no middle ground. Either Jesus was the Jewish Messiah, or He wasn’t. If He was, how is it that the Jewish people by and large didn’t recognize him when He came 2000 years ago? Our text in Isaiah 53 tells us that almost no one believed what He had to say. Jesus came as the Messiah, but Israel wanted nothing to do with Him. We know th…

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#453 - Christian Author, Billy Campbell 31:00

1+ y ago31:00

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Listen to the Christian Authors on Tour (CAOT) Blog Talk Radio Show TODAY (3/31) at 2 p.m. (EST) to hear a LIVE interview with Christian author, Billy Campbell. As noted on his website, Billy Campbell has been on a long road from being an abused, bullied, and molested kid to becoming a relatively successful Dog Trainer, Business Owner, and Author. …

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Death Can Wait 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

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There is a direct connection between the resurrection of Jesus and our future hope. There is also a direct connection between the resurrection of Jesus and our present rest and security. This is hope that can stand in the middle of the deepest difficulties of life; hope that won’t fade in the face of disappointment and discouragement; hope that doe…

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Astonishing Gratefulness 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

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We all walk closer to the edge than we think. There is a thin line between disaster and prosperity, joy and sorrow, laughter and tears, life and death. Let a car pull out in front of you. Let a tiny switch malfunction and the whole plane crashes. Let the train jump the tracks. Let the brakes give away. Let a tiny virus enter our system. Let the lig…

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#452 - Christian Author, Therese Taylor-Stinson 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

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Listen to the Christian Authors on Tour (CAOT) Blog Talk Radio Show TODAY (3/17) at 2 p.m. (EST) to hear a LIVE interview with Christian author, Therese Taylor-Stinson. Therese Taylor-Stinson, a retired Federal Senior Program Analyst, is formerly an expert in Federal Regulatory Activity and remains on the roster of the Federal Interagency Shared Ne…

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Bent In The Wrong Direction 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

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If you are not actively fighting against it, you are a self-centered person; and so am I! The human nature, due to the corruption of the original sin, is deeply curved in on itself. Self comes first! Sometimes it is so bent that we can even become prideful about the gifts of God. Dr. T. D. Worthington reminds us that when you are curved inward, you…

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Negative Thinking 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

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Do you ever talk to yourself? Sure, we all do. So, what do you say to yourself when you talk to yourself? I'm talking about the ongoing self-talk, the stuff that you say to yourself over and over and over again in your mind. If you're like a lot of people, unfortunately, you get stuck in what you might call a negative loop. A negative mindset is ea…

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Hollywood and the Bible: Love or Hate Relationship? 25:45

1+ y ago25:45

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Does Hollywood love or hate the Bible? Referencing Hollywood filmmakers Martin Scorsese (Silence), David Putnam (Chariots of Fire) and Mel Gibson (The Passion of the Christ), Phil Cooke explores the history of the Bible in cinema and the unique relationship Hollywood has with the Bible. If you’re an aspiring Christian filmmaker or someone who wants…

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#451 - Christian Author, Deborah A. Franklin 31:00

1+ y ago31:00

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Listen to the Christian Authors on Tour (CAOT) Blog Talk Radio Show TODAY (3/3) at 2 p.m. (ET) to hear a LIVE interview with Christian author Deborah A. Franklin. Deborah A. Franklin is the author of several books including adjectives, 21 Days 21 Minutes of Prayer & Meditation, 30 Days of Motivation & InspirationandThe Prayer of Jabez in the Market…

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Delayed Deliverance 27:56

1+ y ago27:56

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All of us, one time or another, have prayed and asked God for something and have had to wait…and wait. Waiting is perhaps one of life's most difficult tasks. We hate the fact that we have to wait for something. We have become a society where delays are not accepted or tolerated. We have become a society of impatient people and now it is pouring ove…

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